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Wordpress and the Panama Papers
Blogginlägg • Apr 15, 2016 15:55 CEST
I've witnessed some very interesting events unfold as I've worked with Rabalder. One of the last ones being the Panama Papers and you might wonder what the Panama Papers has to do with Rabalder Media. Very little really, but there's been some information flowing around the internet regarding how the documents were obtained from Mossack Fonseca.
The cause
When we visit their website, we can see that they're running on Wordpress. If you're not a developer, let me tell you that Wordpress and Joomla sites are two of the easiest targets to hack due to the ignorance and inexperience surrounding those platforms, but I'll get back to that later.
Their Wordpress installation has a plugin installed that allows for remote code execution, which is the most dangerous and devastating exploit there is. Remote code execution allows an attacker in most cases get complete control over the server that hosts that website and in turn can allow them to get complete control over the whole server infrastructure. A quick dig of their DNS shows that their email is hosted on the same server, which was probably how the attacker got hold of the Panama Papers documents.
This is so typical to Wordpress. The ignorance surrounding that platform is outrageous, and your everyday Wordpress developer is inexperienced due to completely locking themselves down to the Wordpress platform. I don't know if you've noticed, but Wordpress is a blogging tool, not a website CMS.
Of course, everyone uses it as a CMS which is probably the reason it's so insecure.
This is one of the many reasons we've dropped Wordpress completely unless explicitly requested. The path we've taken allows us to build next-generation applications, giving us the capabilities to rival native mobile applications via the web platform.
As for CMS, we have a custom drop-in solution in place that we've just finished building. Instead of having to go to separate page to edit some text on the front-page, you simply click the text you want to change and start typing. Same with images, click them and upload a new one and you're done.
The best part about this CMS is that it's real-time. This means that when you change that image, it will synchronize to all visitors on your site without them having to update or refresh. Imagine having an e-commerce site where new products would magically pop up for your visitors as they're browsing your e-store.
Combining this with Web Notifications, we could send push notifications to users (both mobile and desktop) when new products are added.
Why not go even further and use Service Workers to put the e-store offline? Imagine if a user doesn't have network connectivity but is still able to browse your e-store and place orders, wouldn't that be something? Well, that feature will soon be in web browsers. Definitely within this year, and we're going to be one of the first agencies to include support for that in our applications.
We're structuring our applications with small, reusable components which allows us to build massive web applications that has the smallest codebase possible - which in turn makes the web application very fast and lightweight, especially on mobile.
Combining this with our awesome security and server infrastructure allows us to build real-time web applications with massive amounts of traffic without any hickups and maximum security involved.
Rabalder Media is changing
As you probably can see, being in the cutting-edge of the web allows us to do some crazy things most people think is impossible and Wordpress developers have no clue about those features even existing.
In the last year, we've been shifting our focus to a more healthy and fun part of the web development industry and we've modernized our company in many ways. Some examples being that we've completely dropped internal communication via email and uses a chat- & voice-based solution that helps us increase productivity and is also a lot more fun. We have a natural work environment that's less stressful and where developers like me have a voice that's heard and taken seriously. Everyone on our team plays a part in shaping the company and deciding what paths we should take.
We are aware that our project cases are lacking a bit, but you should definitely stay tuned to our website because we have multiple, really cool projects that's still in production that we're going to release pretty soon which shows the best part about Rabalder Media and the possibilities you'll have working with us in terms of features, design and user experience!
Tom Jordell
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Raleigh Nail Lacquer Event
Kendra Scott headed to Raleigh, North Carolina to celebrate our new store opening with a day of pampering and philanthropy at the neighboring nail salon, Paintbase.
This was one of my first events that I was expected to plan and execute from start to finish. When the idea of this event first came about - I knew we needed to host it at Paintbase. This nail salon shares a similar look and feel to our stores, so much in fact that it could almost be an extension of our stores! After securing the event and compiling my outreach list, the execution of the event became fairly simple.
One thing that was integral to the success of this event was the in-person outreach I did the week before the event. I knew our college audience needed incentive to attend an event and an email from a random marketing specialist was not going to be enough to get them to participate. I scheduled meetings with multiple sororities, club organizations and a couple college influencers to invite them to the event and help book nail appointments. After just two meetings, the event was fully booked! We ended up adding a couple more nail technicians so we could accommodate more appointments and even had those booked up!
For each appointment booked we asked for a $5 donation. At the end of the day, whichever organization that had the most appointments shown would receive a matching donation of the day's proceeds towards the philanthropy of their choice. After the event we were able to donate $1,200 to The Ronald McDonald House of Durham, while also identifying key college influencers to include in our Campus Influencer program.
We also hosted an influencer cocktail hour with local creative and bloggers. This gave the store team the opportunity to connect with their local influencers all at once, and celebrate the new store opening!

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Review: Handlebar Mustache Crossbar and Timber Socks ($16 USD each)
(2018) I initially set out to score the Crossbar socks from Handlebar Mustache's new collection. The 2018 lineup was debuted online at the Tour of Flanders via social media. Take the backdrop of this website into consideration and it's easy to notice the matchy-matchy of the Gulf colors in their orange offering. I clicked 'Add to Cart' and continued with my day.
Here's something that should interest you: You could stop shopping at one pair of socks, select your shipping, digitally swipe your card, and be done with the transaction, or you can do something positive. Handlebar Mustache donates one pair of socks to the homeless shelter for every two pairs transaction. A few hours later I went back to hbstache.com and found the Timber socks to be the perfect complement to my simple kits enough to add them to the cart as well and finished the transaction. This is a concept to support.
I'm sure there are startup companies who focus on socks to establish their existence in the sport apparel industry. It's noticeable when the company is on the path to success. Several years ago the first pairs of Handlebar Mustache socks were delivered to the creakybottombracket.com office. The orange day-glow colors were an added attempt to be seen on the roads at any given time of day. There was also an eye to matching the team kit at the time. Considering we follow auto racing, the bright colors smacked of dirt track numbers made bright on purpose to be seen in the low light conditions.
We have been fans ever since.
Naturally the Gulf colors of the Crossbar socks grabbed our attention. Streaming services recently enamored with the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Steve McQueen, the enjoyment of the Gulf livery has been relished easily. The complementing orange and powder blue cars with the contrasting white number plate and black finish is recognizable the world over. Shrink that down into a pair of cycling socks and I fully expect someone to ask, "Hey, Gulf GT40 fan?"
The Timber socks have an interesting effect to them. They appear to light up when staggered next to dark blue and light blue. We're particularly excited to pair these socks with the black Belgian Boys Club Tommeke bibs and Koppenberg jersey. All that black will be set off by zig-zags of blue hues. It helps the blue is close to the Belgian blue used in their national jerseys.
It's certainly noticeable when groups of people believe in something so much, entire teams purchase the same socks. Who's to argue with entire teams wanting Handlebar Mustache socks? But just in case you need a little further prodding, just imagine the helpful turning over of a pair of socks to someone less fortunate all because you sprung for one more pair of socks. Sure teams like hbstach.com's socks, but think how much more someone in need of socks would like them.
Editor's note: Hbstache.com supports other great causes such as Speak Out socks for people of the transgender community. Two dollars of each sock purchase will be donated to the ACLU. They also offer Speak Out Socks featuring "Fuck Nazis" in response to the racism and violence of Charlottesville and elsewhere in the United States. Two dollars from each pair will be donated to the Southern Poverty Law Center. (2018)


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Individual Spiritual litmus Test Prayer -End time Urgency
The Corrupt Church Prayer
Oh Son of God who has eyes as the flame of fire and feet like fine brass, you know all things, and you know our love, service, faith, and patience. Help us Oh son of God to refrain from the teachings of the woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess, help us to refrain from sexual immorality and from eating things sacrificed to idols. We pray that the Jezebel spirit be destroyed, help us repent and cut off Jezebel spirits and in the time you have given us. Father may your grace help us in repentance because with no repentance of the jezebel spirit the wages is a sick bed. Son of God help us repent from committing adulatory with jezebel which will lead into the great tribulation. Son of God help us to repent of our deeds lest our children be destroyed by death. Son of God you are God, You are I AM .You search the minds and the hearts and give to each one according to their works.
Son of God we ask forgiveness as we pray in repentance for ourselves and for many who do not have the doctrine who have not known the depths of Satan. May no more burdens be put on us, but help us to hold fast till you come. We pray you show us the light. The light of Jesus Christ so as to overcome and keep your works until the end, so as to receive your power over the nations as it is written "He shall rule them with a rod of iron, and they shall be dashed to pieces like the potter's vessel.
Oh Son of man (Jesus) as you have received from your Father we pray you will give us the morning Star, give us Jesus Christ. We repent. Oh Son of man, see our hearts , we repent in all grace and all mercy in Jesus name show us the light in our difficult times, open our ears to hear your voice all the time. In Jesus name we ask. Amen
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The Dead Church
He who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars; You know all things even our works about building and having a name that we are alive , but we repent because we are actually dead. We repent and pray that you receive these dead bones and help us to be watchful and help us to strengthen the truth and righteous ways that remain that are ready to die. Help us seven spirits of God, We repent of our imperfect works before the Almighty God. Help us in repentance to remember how far we have received and heard. Help us to hold fast the truth and we repent.
Help us to watch and sound an alarm lest you come to us as a thief in the night. Help us to watch as to know the hour of your coming. Oh Holy Spirit, Help us Oh God, not to defile our garments. May the blood of Jesus wash our garments. We pray that you help us walk with you in a while as you have made us worthy. Oh Holy Spirit help us to overcome and cloth us in white garments and we pray our name not be blotted out from the book of life. We pray that our names be confessed before Your Father God Almighty and before the angels. We pray to hear what the Holy Spirit says. We repent of our ways and our deeds. In Jesus name we ask Amen!
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The Faithful Church Prayer
Almighty Father, we come before you praising you in the name of Jesus Christ, who is all Holy and has the Keys of David. He who opens and no one shuts and shuts and no one opens. You know our works and have set before us an open door and no one can shut it. Halleluiah! Bless the Lord. With your help in our little strength we have not denied your name. Abba Father we pray that you make those in the synagogues of Satan who say they are Jews outwardly and are not but lie we pray that they become a footstool of the Lord Jesus Christ and worship before the feet of the saints, because the saints have keep your truth and to know that you have loved the saints because the saints have keep your commandment in persevering. We pray that Lord you keep us the saints from the hour of trial, which shall come upon the whole world to test those who dwell on earth. Lord help us to hold fast to what we have , your commandments; Let no one take our crown, help us to overcome, so as to be made a pillar in the temple of Your God and shall go out no more. Halleluyah!
Almighty God we pray that you write on us the name of the city of God, the New Jerusalem, which comes down out of heaven from your glorious throne our God and write on us your new name. Halleluiah! Bless the Lord for great things you have done Lord, It is marvelous in our eyes. Halleluiah! Praise the name of the Lord. Help us hear your voice continuously oh Spirit of the Living God .In Jesus name we ask, Amen!
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Weather: Beautiful.
Mid 70's today, can't ask for anything more. Well maybe a full tank of gas in the boat, cooler of bush light, tequila and a ……….
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This is the best summer we have had in the 10 years I have been up here, I'm sure looking forward to Fall, it is my favorite time of the year. You are missing it if you are not up here. I have the little house open and another house right on Lake Gogebic coming soon for rent.
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I never thought of myself as an addict, but I did end up addicted to anti-anxiety medication after developing Generalized Anxiety Disorder. At some point, the medicine stopped being a way to deal with the nervousness and panic attacks, and became something my body craved. I knew that I needed help fast. Fortunately, a local drug rehab program includes support for people like me. They helped me wean off the medication, use methods like massage therapy to help my nerves heal, and even provided ongoing counseling for our family. I don't know how I would have made it without their help. If you suspect that your medication has crossed the line from being helpful to hurtful, take heart. Let me tell you about my journey out of addiction and back to wholeness.
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Having gastric bypass surgery can be a lifesaving way to manage your weight. Coping with the side effects of this surgery is a small price to pay for the health benefits and increased life expectancy that comes with losing weight. If you find that you are experiencing any constipation after your bariatric surgery, be proactive in finding possible solutions.Share


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And, every 1st Sunday morning of each month we have a Sunday School social beginning at 9:00am that includes refreshments. We invite you to join us so that we can get to know you better and you can get to know us.


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Obama: I Didn't Campaign On Public Option
President Obama has been deployed to rebut criticisms, from the right and the left, about the Senate's health care bill. He says that "every single criteria for reform I put forward is in this bill," which seems wrong on several key points. But the more remarkable claim is this one, where Obama says he never campaigned on the public option:
He said the Senate legislation accomplishes "95 percent" of what he called for during his 2008 presidential campaign and in his September speech to a joint session of Congress on the need for health-care reform […]
Obama said the public option "has become a source of ideological contention between the left and right." But, he added, "I didn't campaign on the public option."
"We don't feel that the core elements to help the American people have been compromised in any significant way," Obama said. "Do these pieces of legislation have exactly everything I want? Of course not. But they have the things that are necessary to reduce costs for businesses, families and the government."
I guess it depends on the meaning of the word "campaign." Because the public option was clearly part of the President's health care plan. He signed on to the HCAN principles during the campaign. His white paper on health care included a public option. The set of principles, including a public option, are on the Obama campaign website. Plenty of media reports noted that the Obama plan had a public option. Obama talked up the public option in this candidate questionnaire on the website of The Washington Post:
Every American has the right to affordable, comprehensive and portable health coverage. My plan will ensure that all Americans have health care coverage through their employers, private health plans, the federal government, or the states. My plan builds on and improves our current insurance system, which most Americans continue to rely upon, and creates a new public health plan for those currently without coverage. Under my plan, Americans will be able to choose to maintain their current coverage if they choose to. For those without health insurance I will establish a new public insurance program, and provide subsides to afford care for those who need them. My plan includes a mandate that all children have health care coverage and I will expand eligibility for the Medicaid and SCHIP programs to help ensure we cover all kids. My plan requires all employers to contribute towards health coverage for their employees or towards the cost of the public plan. Under my plan a typical family will save $2,500 each year. We will realize tremendous savings within the health care system from improving efficiency and quality and reducing wasted expenditures system-wide. Specifically, these savings will result from investments in health information technology, improvements in prevention and management of chronic conditions, increased insurance industry competition and reduced industry overhead, the provision of federal reinsurance for catastrophic coverage, and reduced spending on uncompensated care.
Even if you agree with Obama that he did not "campaign" for a public option during the campaign, which I assume means that he did not actively talk about it in speeches, he most certainly campaigned for it multiple times while President, including in his address to Congress in September. If it wasn't important and wasn't featured in his health care plan, he didn't have to bring it up while President.
This just seems like the worst kind of revisionist history.
UPDATE: Think Progress picks up the story and notes how many times Obama publicly spoke out for a public option while President, and then refusing to push for it internally in the final days.


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The most common are pregnancy incisors which separate the abdominal muscles after childbirth. Some woman has vertical or horizontal scars after pregnancy. There are many laparoscopic surgeries, like a gastric band Poland, gastric sleeve Poland, or gastric balloon Poland. Listed procedures are weight loss surgeries. It is also common to perform tummy tuck after bariatric surgery because of an excess of skin gained after weight loss. To confirm if you are a good candidate for tummy tuck Poland send us photos, tell your story and your surgeon will reply you with all details regarding your surgery case.
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There are no limits. Each case should be discussed with the plastic surgeon. Additionally, you may ask your previous stomach surgeon. It is always required to inform plastic surgeon about previous surgeries. Any medications which you take as daily routine must be listed also. In some cases plastic surgeon, require additional examination like chest x-rays, sugar test, etc. Feel free to ask our consultant to provide you with a medical assessment to check if you are a good candidate for tummy tuck Poland.
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'Why Sustainability and Events are Important'- Guest Interview with Nicky Tramaseur, Director at Event Greening Ltd
This month our theme is 'How can the events industry help to support the provision of affordable and clean energy?'
We've collaborated with Nicky Tramaseur to ask some important questions on the subject.
1. Could you tell me why you believe sustainability in the events industry is important?
Events, whether big or small, can leave their footprints in the society and environment by generating harmful waste. Sustainability is important in the events industry to help protect our surroundings. By implementing sustainable practices, organizations in the events industry can host the same event but with minimal risks and impacts. Sustainability in the events industry also helps organizations to continually improve the processes and take measures earlier on rather than ad-hoc approaches when incidents occur. It does not only benefit the event organizers, but also the owners, workforce, supply chain, attendees and surrounding communities.
Many organizations are adopting sustainable practices i.e. M&S Plan A. The events industry does not want to get left behind. In fact, organizations who use Event Management Agencies who are already on board with sustainable practices are more likely to deliver an event where sustainable messages are being communicated.
2. Can you share an example of something you have seen at an event which made you think it was sustainable?
Locally sourced food to reduce mileage and site lighting and sound equipment through to the stalls and catering facilities powered by renewable energy, provided via solar panels and wind turbines. Supporting alternate clean ways of using energy is an extremely important aspect to grasp when running an event to reduce the overall harm done to the environment from using traditional methods of harnessing energy.
3. In your opinion, what are the reasons why events are not sustainable?
Wasting resources, wasting food, travel (CO2 emissions), ineffective project management
4. Do you think we can influence events to be more sustainable? If so, how?
Raise awareness, through education, working with academia, targeted campaigns, join groups, get involved in person, share experiences.
Do you believe the events industry should harness clean energy more and that it will influence a positive difference? Then please give us your opinion on how else the events industry could help the environment by following this link: https://www.positiveimpactevents.com/telling-the-story-of-the-power-of-events-commentary


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The Greeks: Now Open to All Students
I'm sure your mom would have told you the same thing mine did: 'You'd be amazed what a few minds can do when they're put together!'
My year-old fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, took mom's advice and integrated the Orange County-wide counterculture of skateboarding to raise money for the Prosthetics Outreach Foundation on May 20. This event was a huge success for its first year. So that others might realize the potential that is truly within their grasp, I offer this article as a concession to my mom's maxim, as well as a testament to how much is accessible to all students through Greek organizations.
In order to be chartered, or recognized by the fraternity's headquarters as a fully sanctioned chapter, the UC Irvine Beta Theta Pi must fulfill a number of requirements. Within these requirements is the obligation to perform a philanthropic event for the benefit of a charity organization of our choosing. A small committee of Betas shouldered the first handful of work that was to become a giant snowball, culminating in 90 skateboarders bombing into 60 hay bales on California Drive in front of the Anteater Recreation Center in an effort that raised over $3,500.
The philanthropy committee established its dream of holding a downhill skateboard race only about a month before the event, deciding upon skating because of its popularity in the campus community.
The idea happened to also coincide with a downhill skating culture that was prevalent in the mid-1970s in the Irvine-Huntington Beach area (grab a copy of the skate/surf film 'Downhill Motion/Uluwatu'). Since the Beta chapter was originally founded in 1975, this coincidence worked handsomely.
So the idea seemed to fit, with a number of small obstacles. The street was crippled for a day and inconvenienced a large number of Palo Verde residents (whom we thank for their patience). We also needed an insurance policy greater than $2 million in the event of injury during this monstrous act of part bravery, part skill, but mostly insanity.
Nevertheless, the committee trudged through meeting after meeting with school officials and, after all the questions had been answered, the proposal was ratified and the Dragon Skate Race was blinking its first signs of life. It took more than a committee of three for its wings to spread, though. Quiksilver and Hurley were the first contacts to respond, each donating over $400 in prizes for the race and raffle. A few days later, Oakley, Sector Nine, Active and the Green Room latched on, with around 12 more sponsors sending donations for the event. Flyers were passed out to all of the local high schoolers with help from the Irvine Unified School District. A group of Betas also tagged the Etnies skate park with Dragon Skate Race flyers.
'The way [the Skate Race] got the word out, pushing the charity aspect over the fraternity letter, was a great way to pen the event up to the campus,' said Soham Shah, a second-year biological sciences major and an Associated Students of UCI intern. All of this was started with an idea and furthered with exchange of visions, a development that is most readily available in the relationships encouraged within Greek organizations.
Seeing as how this philanthropic event was such a big hit, I would like to include a number of things that the Greeks make available. Unlike most organizations, Greeks have certain guidelines that must be fulfilled every year in order to remain sanctioned by the school and their national organization. These usually involve yearly philanthropy and attendance to on-campus Inter-Fraternity Council/Panhellenic meetings such as IFC, The Panhellenic Counsel and The Greek Presidents' Council.
In the future, planned roundtables include issues such as risk management, public relations, alumni relations, social events and recruitment. There is no other organization on campus that offers such a wide array of direct experiences for common and attainable career fields.
The Greek world is changing and becoming more involved with the outside world. Haley Greenwald-Gonella, a fourth-year English major and a member of the Epsilon Phi sorority, noticed the most important aspect of the DSR was 'the way that the Betas got the word out about a truly wonderful charity organization through an event that would not simply be reduced to 'check-swapping."


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Sean heads up super entertaining trivia nights that you won't want to miss. Gift cards for the winners. Come on out with some friends and have a few beers of course!
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Earlier Event: August 22WEEKLY WEDNESDAY TRIVIA @ 6PM
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It's that time of the year again and there's nothing better than remembering what it was like to rush home from school, eat a quick dinner, and then head to the ball park. I miss little league but watching these little kids enjoy what I did many years ago makes my day, any day of the week. The Old Brooklyn Area Little League, also known as OBALL, kicked off their opening day on Saturday May 18th, 2013 at Lowe Park. The video below documents a game between the Warriors and the Gladiators. My best friend's son Lance, who is is also my godchild, plays for the Warriors. Like a true Warrior, Lance and his teammates pulled out a nail biting victory at the end. Go Warriors!
Warriors vs. Gladiators
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Backstage Bar & Billiards
The Dils × The Weirdos × The Stitches × Danger Friends
Don't Miss Out on this Classic Party :
What better way to kick off PRB weekend then to celebrate the first wave of CA punk rock with a rare appearance by #TheDils who were once coined "California's The Clash". With timeless songs like "I Hate The Rich", "Class War" and "Mr. Big" the band is just as relevant today as they were when they begun.
We've also got another Masque throwback with the mighty #Weirdos! Their infectious sound and classic songs like "Solitary Confinement" and "Neutron Bomb" have been influencing bands throughout every era of punk rock to this day.
"4 shows a year and a record every ten", The Stitches are right on schedule. Taking the early punk sounds and making it their own has always been the way Mike and the boys have done it! The right way.
11:40pm - 12:40am THE DILS 10:35pm -11:25pm THE WEIRDOS 9:45pm - 10:20pm THE STITCHES 9:00pm - 9:30pm DANGER FRIENDS


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8:15-8:45 Sign-in
8:45-10:00 Meeting for Worship with Attention to Business
(Nursery Care will be available 8:45-12:15)
Youth Program (From 8:45-12:15--See Below For More Information)
10:15-11:00 "Turning Leadings Into Action"
11:15-12:15 Meeting For Worship
(Youth Will Join From 11:15-11:30)
12:15 Lunch
"Turning Leadings Into Action"
A multigenerational conversation on discerning leadings and turning them into action.
Youth Programs: Elementary and Middle School
The Youth Programs at July Quarterly Meeting will be provided for both Elementary and Middle School aged children!
For the younger children: A program with Laurie Dilzer and the Willistown Meeting First Day School Committee.
For the older children: A program witn Carol Metzker (author of Facing the Monster: Slavery Then and Now). Children will explore how to take action when confronted with something in the world that they feel compelled to change. They will learn from Carol's experience and will discuss how even small actions can have a larger impact on the world.
Encourage your entire Meeting, including the First Day School, to come to Willistown!
Location: Willistown Monthly Meeting is located at 7069 Goshen Rd Newtown Square PA 19355. Please see the map at: https://concordquarter.squarespace.com/meeting-maps/ Download the flyer


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My heart is heavy and I have no idea why.
Thoughts cloud my mind blocking my reasoning.
But these thoughts are a haven of familiarity.
I'm used to them. Or so I think.
I think too much. Everybody says so.
I know I shouldn't worry. I know I should stop thinking.
But I can't. I think I'm incapable of doing such.
And so, I've looked to a higher power.
Someone capable of helping me do such.
He's assured me of his love. I should believe it.
I think I do.
So why am I not at peace?
Why does my heart throb so much so?
The rhythms of my heart beat are in cadence with the spinning wheels in my head.
But the problem isn't from my heart. Its all in my head.
Or is it?
I'm not sure anymore.
My heart feels heavy.
And I have no idea why.
Jesus I need your peace.
A peace that passeth all understanding.
Cos the weight I feel inside now, is beyond my understanding.
Moral lesson: When in distress, Go to Jesus. He's your knight in shining armor. He has all the answers.


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About The Teacher
Leigh Anne's style of teaching focuses on connectivity between the mind + body, breathe, and spirit, blending instruction from Astanga: Principles of Alignment with Interdisciplinary Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa Flow. Her classes incorporate dynamic flowing sequences to create inner heat along with body alignment. She also focuses the restorative principles of yoga and meditation. The beauty of her classes is her calm presence and uplifting style. She encourages each student to explore him or herself fully and on many different levels. As a student of yoga for many years and a dancer even before she began yoga, Leigh Anne inherently and instinctually connects the mind, body, + spirit utilizing the breath as a bridge. In 2000, Leigh Anne received a Master Degree from New York University in Theater, Dance, and Film, keeping in line with her creative endeavors Leigh Anne continued to study yoga avidly. As time passed, Leigh Anne realized the innate power of yoga to heal. Suffering from Scoliosis since childhood, yoga has been the only source of continuous relief from pain. In the fall of 2007, she received her Yoga Teachers Certification from Frog Lotus Yoga in the Northern Berkshires. Striving to teach from a place of compassion Leigh Anne believes yoga is suitable for everyone and each individual can deepen oneself through meditation, breath, and the practice of asanas or yoga poses. Leigh Anne's classes focus on staying connected to the inner and outer self with an emphasis on breathing, developing inner and outer mindbody awareness, as well as, core strength, muscle toning, improved posture, balance, and inner confidence. Leigh Anne encourages students to listen to their bodies and work in a way that feels right and safe while having fun. Namaste


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Britain's Manufacturing PMI Drops
The just released survey data indicated that the expansion in Britain's manufacturing activity was lower than market consensus for June, with the PMI dropping from May's level, hurt by a combination of strength in domestic currency and weak business investment. Across the Atlantic, the June ISM manufacturing report later today is keenly anticipated to gauge the level of activity in the nation's industrial sector. Also in focus will be ADP employment data.
In Europe, the final PMI numbers confirmed that Euro zone factory growth picked up slightly in June, in line with expectations. Meanwhile, Greece has become the first advanced nation to miss an IMF payment, but hopes of a new deal have resurfaced after Euro group officials agreed to discussions for a new bailout programme.
Pound Sterling – UK Markets
The Pound is trading lower against the US Dollar and the Euro after data showed that growth in the UK's manufacturing sector slowed unexpectedly for June. The sector expanded at the slowest rate in more than two years, led by weakness in the nation's exports. Recent manufacturing surveys have shown a cooling of growth in factory activity as strength in the Pound continues to dampen demand for exports. Traders will now await indications from Friday's release of activity in the services sector, which forms a bigger share of the UK economy, for a view on economic growth in the second quarter. The BoE Governor Mark Carney will shortly present the Financial Stability Report, which is likely to highlight risks emanating from the Greek debt crisis.
The release of upbeat first quarter growth numbers in the UK yesterday had limited impact on Sterling and the Pound–US Dollar currency pair traded in a close range, with the greenback receiving support from intensifying concerns surrounding the Greek debt crisis.
US Dollar – US Markets
Last week, the Markit flash manufacturing PMI reading had revealed that industrial sector activity in the US grew at a slower pace for June, but had showed robust gains in the employment component. Against this backdrop, market participants will analyse the ISM and the final print of Markit manufacturing PMI due later today to ascertain how the labour and new order components fare in today's economic releases. In addition, the ADP private payrolls report for June will attract market attention today, ahead of the key non-farm payrolls data scheduled tomorrow. Investors expect the private sector to add more than 200K jobs for June, thereby providing relief to the Federal Reserve as labour market health forms a major basis in deciding the future trajectory of interest rates in the world's largest economy.
The US Dollar reversed some of its earlier losses and traded higher across the board yesterday. The Conference Board's gauge of consumer confidence surged higher than market consensus for June, adding to signs that the US economy is back on a firmer footing after a dismal start this year.
Euro – European Markets
The shared currency came under renewed pressure yesterday, as Greece set the path for a potential exit from the currency union. The Euro slipped well below the 1.12 mark against the US Dollar after Greece failed to repay €1.6 billion to the International Monetary Fund, becoming the first developed nation to default. Additionally, Euro zone's bailout programme for Greece expired last night, deepening fears about the latter's future in the Euro region. However, Euro group officials later stated that they will have discussions today to consider Greece's latest proposal for new bailout aid which was submitted hours after the nation's international bailout expired.
The Euro–US Dollar currency pair is hovering close to the 1.11 mark, post the release of manufacturing numbers from the Euro zone and its various economies. Manufacturing PMI in Italy fell below market expectations for June, while the final prints in France and Germany showed expansion in manufacturing sectors. In the Euro zone, the final PMI numbers confirmed stronger factory activity in June.
Other Currencies – Highlights
The Japanese Yen, which initially traded higher against the US Dollar in the morning Asian session, has given up its gains and is currently trading lower. The latest Nomura/JMMA survey report showed that Japan's manufacturing sector barely managed to remain in expansion territory for June, despite a strong pick up in export orders. The survey data indicated that aslowdown in production growth and a decline in new work orders was primarily due to a reduction in capital investments and challenging economic conditions. Meanwhile, the Tankan measure of manufacturing activity came in stronger than market forecasts, for an unchanged reading for the second quarter. Additionally, survey data showed a sharp improvement in sentiment among large manufacturers for the current quarter on the back on strong earnings.
Traders in the US Dollar–Japanese Yen currency pair now look forward to cues about the health of the US economy from releases in the US later today.


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Come join us for a night of heavy psychedelic godness as French/American Blaak Heat plays an intimate headline show at Camden's Black Heart
BLAAK HEAT (TeePee Records / Svart Records)
"One of the most exciting psych bands around" (New Noise Magazine) - Like an Anatolian fever dream, American-French outfit BLAAK HEAT engulfs your mind in images of mystic castle mirages, slamming body and soul into an ocean of reverb fuzz. A timeless, vivid blend of thundering psychedelic rock and Arabian tonalities, an altar to heavy riffage, mind expansion, and social insurgencies.
The band third full-length, Shifting Mirrors (2016), was produced by Grammy winner Matt Hyde (Slayer, Deftones) and has been called "a new standard for a new generation" (PopMatters) and "almost too good to be believed" (Loudwire). BLAAK HEAT just released a new 7" vinyl, The Arabian Fuzz, on Svart Records (out August 18, 2017).
London based three piece Derelics is making a name for itself in the underground stoner and psych scene with their progressive psychedelic stoner rock and heavy riffs. They'll be playing older songs as well as material from their upcoming EP 'Guilty of being young' which is due release late September.
Another London band joins the bill in the form of middle eastern influenced heavy psyc band GNOB. Since the release of their EP 'Shrunken Head' earlier this year, GNOB has played both in and out of London, including various festivals over the summer.
Come join us for a night of heavy psychedelic godness as French/American Blaak Heat plays an intimate headline show at Camden's Black Heart


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English Nanny will give you professional and friendly support at every step: while finding a placement, before you start and while you work! Your personal Placement Manager will be happy to help you prepare for the interview and arrange your contract, and also help with pre-departure preparations such as visa and tickets. Any questions you have are always welcome. We are always here for you, from the initial contact and throughout your time working. You take care of our clients, and English Nanny takes care of you.
Videos of just a few candidates we placed
Video of Emma
Emma was placed by English Nanny . The family she works for spend half of the time in Saint Petersburg and half of the time in Miami.
Emma is a British nanny who achieved a Level 2 NVQ in Childcare while working in a private nursery for over 2 years. She has also spent 4 years privately tutoring French on an ad hoc basis to children and adults.
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a wonderful native-english governess Maggie is in the office of Enlgish Nanny telling the CEO Valentin Grogol about her experience of working in Moscow.
an amazing governess is in Moscow office of Enlgish Nanny , telling her experience of working with the family we placed her.
A great governess from Spain is telling about herself . Now she is happily working in Moscow but there was a time she had an interview with English Nanny
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Q. Hey Mark,
I've been hearing that Granite counter tops might be dangerous. I'm concerned because we just spent a lot money putting some in our new home. I don't understand it all and just need to know if I should have the granite removed.
A. Hey Tammy,
I've been reading and hearing a lot about granite too, both positive and negative. It is possible that those in the composite counter top industry have been capitalizing on some research showing that some granite does emit radiation. On the other hand, those in the granite industry are saying that granite is perfectly safe. If you Google this, you are going to find articles that support both sides.
I suspect the truth is somewhere in the middle. That is, while granite does have the potential to emit radiation, I suspect that in most cases a counter top is not going to contain enough radon producing materials to affect your exposure levels significantly. Yes, I have heard that if you hold a Geiger counter next to a granite counter top it may go off, but I've also been told that if you hold one next to a banana it will go off due to the potassium. Knowing what to believe is hard to discern.
The first thing I would suggest is having a radon test ran in your home. This is something that every homeowner should have done anyway, and it will help you determine whether you have anything to worry about. The test is normally done at the lowest habitable level of your home. A test can also be performed separately on the main level if you are concerned about your building materials producing radon. If your radon test comes back high, then it is more likely that the high levels are coming from the soil gas under your home rather than granite. But, then you will know whether you even have a problem before you proceed.
Yes, your beautiful $4000 granite counter top may be a source, and you can have your granite tested very easily, if necessary. However, please don't rip out your counter top completely based on a bias source on the internet. Also remember that the most likely source for elevated radon levels is soil gasses. So check the air in your home first, if you find that you have elevated levels, have the home mitigated and see if that solves the problem. If not, then you might need to consider taking a closer look at the granite.
Mark Nahrgang is the owner of Kingdom Inspection Network Group – St. Louis and is a professional NACHI certified building inspector in the St. Louis metro area. Mark performs home inspections as well as commercial inspections throughout St. Louis and St. Charles County.
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Due to heavy rioting and protests, Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas that include St. Damien Pediatric Hospital have been on lockdown since February 7. Since then, St. Damien has been functioning in emergency mode, with the managing staff being present at all times to coordinate activities and keep the hospital open and functioning 24/7.
St. Damien continues to provide high quality care to all children in need and women in labor. We have removed admission criteria due to the impossibility of referring women in labor elsewhere. We continued to provide chronically ill children with life-saving care, including medication, and meals.
We are also providing transportation via ambulances for all employees, most of whom have graciously accepted to work 24-hour straight shifts in order to minimize movement and traffic.
As a result of these emergency measures, our fuel reserves are quickly diminishing, which will soon lead to power shortages and difficulties with transportation.
St. Damien is accruing additional expenses for meals for all employeeseven for certain patients family membersand housing for employees who are obliged to remain in the hospital until the following morning in order to reduce fuel consumption and maximize safety by making fewer daytime trips.
We are facing tremendous challenges. We ask for your generous donations in order to remain open and continue providing care to this population in distress.
Visit www.nphusa.org/stdamien to donate to St. Damien Hospital.
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text: The coastal Italian menu with a strong focus on fish and vegetables drew me to Santina immediately. As part of the Major Food Group (think Dirty French, Carbone, Sadelle's etc.), the restaurant joins a list of popular, acclaimed restaurants, and in doing so has high expectations to fill. Upon entering Santina, you're greeted by bright colors and a welcoming, Mediterranean-inspired interior, which is a nice reprieve from the typical dark and gloomy New York restaurant. I love the colorful, hand-painted, and unique dishes used as well. I was excited to try the super creative (and not to mention beautifully plated!) squash carpaccio, and it did not disappoint. The delicate butternut squash was balanced nicely with a honey agrodolce, pink peppercorns, pumpkin seeds, and crème fraîche. The cecina (Tuscan chickpea pancake) was served in the skillet accompanied by a delicious avocado salsa verde, and came offered with a variety of toppings. We chose the spicy Calabrian tuna tartare, which was super fresh. with just the right amount of spice. The kale & sunchoke salad was light and refreshing, perfect before heading into our main courses. There are several seasonal rice and pasta dishes on the menu, and we thoroughly enjoyed our fusilli Santina with Merguez sausage & mussels (the guanciale e pepe rice dish, however, was quite underwhelming). The Guajillo chicken with eggplant yogurt was cooked perfectly and so full of flavor; the radicchio and frisée added a nice contrasting bite to the dish as well. We had plans for dessert elsewhere, but I would definitely like to return and taste the sweets, along with many other things on the menu! I love that Santina easily caters to meat-eaters, pescatarians, and vegetarians alike, with many fresh and creative dishes available for everyone. Although the prices are a bit high, it's on-par with the neighborhood, and the solid food & fun atmosphere ensure I'll be returning again soon.


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Here is Blog No. 1 in our Postpartum Corvallis series! We'll bring you a series of twelve posts over the next three months, offering some great information about local resources as well as some in-depth profiles of some of the amazing birth professionals in our area.
So let's start at the beginning. Breakfast. Between feeding the baby, diaper changes, and settling the baby back to sleep, it can be a challenge to eat well during the first few weeks or month of baby's life. Especially if you are breastfeeding, eating well is extremely important. After a night of nursing, most moms feel intensely hungry and thirsty when they wake up. Did you know that nursing requires 600 extra calories beyond your normal dietary needs? This is no time to be dieting, or skimping on the nutrient density of your foods. But we all know that eating good food takes a bit of planning and preparation. And when you are famished and tired, it's so easy to grab a handful of candy because you know it will keep you going, at least for a few more minutes.
Here are five tips for getting the nutrition you need to stay healthy as you recover from birth.
1. One-handed is the way to go.
If you can eat it with one hand, you can eat while holding your baby. You'll be holding your baby a lot, so keeping this tip in mind can make it that much easier to find something good to eat. A handful of almonds, for instance, is a more healthful choice than a handful of M&Ms, and is just as easy to eat. Keep granola, dried fruit, and nuts within easy reach.
2. Let others cook for you.
Don't forget to add a Meal Train sign up to your baby shower activities, and request that people bring a variety of foods for you, not just casseroles. Another great idea is to ask for gift certificates to your favorite take-out restaurant and even gift cards to grocery stores that have nice hot food bars.
3. Two words: Breakfast Burrito.
You can make a huge batch of breakfast burritos before the baby comes and freeze them. Then, just open the freezer, pop one or two into the microwave and in under two minutes you'll have a great meal ready to eat with almost no clean up required.
4. Smoothies!
Stock your freezer with your favorite frozen fruits, keep some greek yogurt in your fridge, and you are on your way to a great one-handed, protein-packed superfood breakfast with just a few minutes of preparation.
5. Stay hydrated.
Hydration is important in the postpartum period for all sorts of reasons. It helps prevent constipation, helps your body heal, and is essential for milk production. Most women feel very thirsty in the weeks after giving birth, especially when breastfeeding. Make sure your support people remember to get you a glass of water every time you sit down to nurse the baby. If you start feeling really tired, or get a headache, drink more water!
Need help with any of these tips? Proud Mama Support Services can help with that. That's what we're here for. We are experts at making delicious food packed with the nutrition that new moms really need. Plus, we don't leave the dirty dishes in the sink!
We Need to Talk About Your Messy House
Check out any pregnancy or parenting magazine and all you'll see are images of Pinterest-worthy homes with beautiful decor and perfectly organized baby clothes. They'll even be folded. The moms will be glowing, freshly bathed, and fit. There won't be any bodily fluids leaking out of them. Their boobs will be of a reasonable size--not completely engorged with milk; no blue veins, no stretch marks.
Does your life look like this? Mine doesn't either.
If you've just had a baby, no one should expect it to, especially you. You genuinely have more important things to do, like keeping a small human alive, and maybe finding a few minutes to take a nap.
Real life with a real baby does not look magazine perfect.
When I go to someone's house who's just had a baby, I do not expect it to be clean. I expect dirty dishes in the sink. I expect crumbs on the carpet. I expect water glasses everywhere. I expect piles of laundry all over the house. I expect things to be imperfect.
Because I've been there, and I realize now I was way too hard on myself. I was too concerned about what other people would think when they came over to visit. I worried that they would feel uncomfortable if the house was messy. I tidied. I put the laundry away. I picked up the piles of crap and put them in a bedroom and shut the door. But I was the one who had just had a baby! I vacuumed the whole house just a few days after giving birth and while I was recovering from a fourth degree tear.
Why do we hold ourselves to these ridiculous standards?
Part of my job as a postpartum doula is to give your family a hand with light housework. Don't feel bad about it. It's part of my job. Really. So please don't pre-clean for me, or anyone else for that matter.
Looking back now, I don't know why I felt the need to make it look like things at our house were "back to normal." In reality, I was completely exhausted and in a ridiculous amount of pain. I had no business trying to do housework. When you've just had a baby, there is no "getting back to normal." There is only adjusting to the new normal.
So, as your postpartum doula, I'm not going to clean to Pinterest standards. I'm going to help you adjust to the new normal and make sure you can see the bottom of your kitchen sink at least once a day.
My advice is to revel in the postpartum period and let go of whatever you are feeling guilty about, or feeling like you are failing at because this is one of the few times in life when you have the perfect excuse to let those things go.
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1. When she came over today, I had just gotten up after a long night with the baby. I was still in my pajamas, the dishes from dinner were still in the sink, and there was baby paraphernalia scattered all over the living room. I hadn't brushed my teeth yet, or eaten breakfast. She came in, but didn't judge the state of the house or me. After checking in with me about how the night had gone, she made some suggestions for how I could get more sleep while still meeting all of my baby's needs during the night. I hadn't thought of those things before--they seem so simple and obvious, but my sleep-deprived brain didn't think of them. She suggested things like having water and snacks by the bed so I don't have to go the kitchen when I'm thirsty or hungry in the middle of the night from nursing, and using the dimmest light possible when changing the baby's diaper so my sleep isn't further interrupted by turning the overhead lights on. So glad she's here!
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11th class Students oppose Board decision, hold protest in Srinagar
Srinagar: Higher Secondary Students (Class 11th) from different institutions on Saturday staged a protest demonstration against the JKBOSE for conducting their exams under Board supervision.
Scores of the class 11th students assembled here in press enclave chanting slogans against concerned board and holding banners which read, "We want Justice", "Board exam boycott exams" "Revoke the decision".
Protesting students said that till now board had not conducted 11th class exam and they will not appear in the exam since they have not completed their syllabus so far. Moreover the concerned schools should conduct their exams as they have been doing.


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Cambridge Day in the Life photos: Family in Action | Diana Hagues Photography | Cambridge Family, Newborn and Maternity Documentary photographer
You know when you have children. You start realising that life becomes a fine balancing act and you're doing your best to juggle parenting duties with your spouse, trying not to lose your cool over the kids when they're not doing as they were told or take their playfulness to the next level.
You might also be picturing what it was like for your parents as you were growing up — imagining what it felt like for them to manage the household and delegating the duties, while simultaneously looking after you and perhaps your siblings. When one parent works away from home for extended periods of time or your family goes on the road, maybe transatlantically moving across countries. The balance of family life is shifted even more. This I have learnt from my own experience of having my dad working aboard and my mum taking on the full-time job of solo-parenting my brother and I, while also running our home.
Photographing the Perry family for their half day-in-the-life documentary family session reminded me of my own early years. The mother had told me that she had looked into getting some professional photographs of the children done in the past, but because they had moved around different countries in both the U.S. and south-east Asia, she never managed to have the pictures taken. Indeed, I hardly saw any family photographs in the home.
Now being based back in England, she wanted some photographs of her children while they were still young and have some memories of their daily life captured… Who knows where her husband's job might take them again? For now, they were glad to be in one place and carry on a normal family life together.
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Analyst Daniel Barry at Merrill Lynch upgraded the shares of Nordstrom JWN, +3.58% to "neutral" from "sell," citing continued strength in the department store chain's comparable-store sales. The stock is tacking on 60 cents to $21.90. Late Wednesday, the company said total October sales rose 13 percent over the same period a year ago to $425.8 million. Same-store sales rose 9.6 percent. Separately, the company announced early Thursday the launch of a new online store inside Amazon's Apparel and Accessories Store.
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Adaire Elementary
Foundation Grant and New Bike Stations for Indego
The JPB Foundation has bestowed a $2.5 million grant upon the Better Bike Share Partnership, an organization that aims to improve social and racial equity in bike-sharing systems across the…Thomas Beck | 06/21/2017
Education in Fishtown
Local Students Compete in Academic March Madness at Shissler Rec.
On Thursday, March 23, the Fishtown Neighbors Association (FNA) hosted the 16th annual Fishtown March Madness Academic Competition, a tournament in which schools from Port Richmond, Kensington and Fishtown…Thomas Beck | 04/05/2017
CADEkids Sponsoring Phillies Raffle Fundraiser
From now until March 30, CADEkids, a local youth development organization, will run a raffle to raise funds for more than two dozen local schools, including Adaire Elementary in Fishtown…Thomas Beck | 03/24/2017
Community in Fishtown
Plans for Adaire Schoolyard, Fishtown Rec and "Swimmo" Take Shape After Meeting
Public space improvements are currently in the works for Fishtown, as the Adaire Elementary schoolyard, the Fishtown Recreation Center, and the Lederer Pool, commonly referred to as the "Swimmo", are…Patrick Clark | 05/26/2016
A&E in Fishtown
Live at Adaire: Andrew Lipke & John Byrne in Concert
The raucous sounds of a rock concert reverberated around a Fishtown venue on Thursday night, April 28th — a common enough event in the neighborhood. But everything else about this…Denis Devine | 05/05/2016
Community in Fishtown
#OurGivingSpirit: Friends of Adaire
Throughout the entirety of the Giving Season, The Spirit will be profiling local residents, business owners, movers and shakers who give back to neighborhood. Do you know someone who deserves…Whitney Johnson | 11/03/2015
Crime in Fishtown
Hometown Heroes: Local Kids Aid Police in Finding Missing Child
The following was sent to The Spirit from Sgt. John Massi of the 26th Police District highlighting two young men from the Riverwards who went above and beyond in helping the police find a…Sgt. John Massi | 10/16/2015
Where I'm From
I am from the RIVERWARDS, Old time fishing town, Long time roots passed down from family generations. I am from Catholic to Public Schools, To stickball in the streets, Waiting…Toni Hartley, 7th grader at Adaire Elementary | 03/07/2012


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Incipio Smart Feather Ultralight Case
The Smart Feather Ultralight Case might as well be the supermodel of iPad 2 cases with its two ounce weight and 1mm thickness. Its durable polycarbonate shell is built to take a drop or three and its soft-touch matte finish feels great. In addition, the custom-cutout design is molded to fit Apple's Smart Cover case and grants users access to all of the tablet's primary ports.
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ESA Science Year 9 Learning Workbook
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Covers the new Level 4 Science Curriculum and related five Key Competencies (thinking; using language, symbols, and texts; managing self; relating to others; participating and contributing), as well as parts of the new Level 5 Science Curriculum. Features sections of theory and relevant sets of exercises. Students write their answers in the workbook and brief answers are given in the back of the book.


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The POV Guide to RIDM 2014
With so many films to choose from the RIDM, it's hard to know where to begin. Several films and filmmakers at the 2014 festival have been highlighted within the pages of POV, and we've compiled them here to help with your selection process. (All film synopses taken from the RIDM website.)
When Brandy Burre tries to relaunch a promising career that she had left behind after a role in The Wire, her settled life implodes. Playing the role of her life for us, she gives all of herself to the camera of Robert Greene (Fake It So Real). Alternating between straight observation and highly stylized sequences, Greene is fully aware that he is capturing a disturbing and memorable performance.
This unique documentary was programmed at the inaugural "Art of the Real" Festival in New York earlier this year. Christina Clarke surveyed the program for our Fall 2014 issue.
As the seasons pass, people and animals seem to watch each other. Bestiaire is a silent exploration of colliding, quiet and ineffable elements.
Adam Nayman wrote about director Denis Côté's 2013 film, Joy of Man's Desiring, in this ensemble docs in our Hot Docs issue.
Fennario: the Good Fight
David Fennario, the great Quebec playwright (famous for Balconville, among others) and militant socialist is now confined to a wheelchair. But that has not dampened his will to take action and fight for progress. Martin Duckworth, a major figure in Canadian documentary cinema, captures all of his contradictory energy.
Martin Duckworth has been making a difference as a filmmaker for over 50 years – we take a look at his storied career with this late-2012 profile.
The Flying Stars
Focusing on Bornor, a star player in an amputee soccer league, The Flying Stars documents, but does not seek to simplify, the daily challenges facing young men broken by life, trying to overcome a cruel fate.
The Flying Stars is produced in part by Catbird Productions – read more about their innovative films here.
A high school in Gaspé: for a year, Jean-François Caissy observes private meetings involving certain troubled students. These moments of questioning, discussion and gentle reorientation are punctuated by scenes of daily life at school and outside it. Without over-dramatizing situations, and relying on impeccable composition and fluid, poetic editing, the filmmaker observes today's youth with compassion and warmth.
Adam Nayman wrote about Guidelines and several other ensemble docs in our Hot Docs issue. "So effectively does Caissy disguise his own presence that some viewers may wonder exactly how he was able to enter into certain situations."
Living Stars
An Argentinian dentist dances gleefully around his office to a Lionel Richie song. The fixed camera captures many more of his compatriots: children, housewives, narcissistic bachelors, retirees. All have their moment of glory set to the song of their choice. A brilliant appropriation of a certain web aesthetic, Living Stars is both a playful, mesmerizing odyssey and an original exploration of Argentinian society, because each dancer, filmed in their own work or home space, is identified by professional status.
Phil Brown says the film "takes all of five seconds to describe, but can't really be comprehended until you see it for yourself." Read the rest of his review from Hot Docs 2014 here.
The Look of Silence
The acclaimed and controversial documentary The Act of Killing (2012) shattered the silence surrounding the mass-murder of "communists" in Indonesia in the 1960s, by having the killers re-enact their crimes for the camera. Two years later, Joshua Oppenheimer returns with a companion piece (not a sequel per se) from the victims' perspective.
Does Oppenheimer create a worthy follow-up to The Act of Killing? Find out by reading our review.
Kingdom of Dreams and Madness
My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Grave of the Fireflies… In more than 30 years since its founding, the Ghibli studio, set up by directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, has produced some of the most acclaimed animated films of all time. Thanks to exceptional access to the studio (and Miyazaki's home), Mami Sunada was able to film the creative hive's workings for more than a year, while the two founders worked on The Wind Rises and The Tale of Princess Kaguya.
Read Patrick Mullen's review of this "remarkable" documentary.
Trick or Treaty?
A year after Hi-Ho Mistahey!, Trick or Treaty? serves as another reminder that Alanis Obomsawin's research and testimonial work are essential to understanding the complex relationship between aboriginal peoples and the Canadian state. Building on key events involving the Idle No More movement, the director focuses on the conditions surrounding the signing of the James Bay Treaty in 1905, an agreement that authorized the appropriation of aboriginal lands by the Ontario government.
Even in her eighties, Alanis Obomsawin shows no sign of slowing down. Read about her career and upcoming films in this recent POV profile by Kiva Reardon.
The Wanted 18
The Wanted 18 is an intelligent exploration of peaceful resistance from within, which led to further civil disobedience – the tax strike – during the first Intifada. Paul Cowan and Amer Shomali ingeniously and affectionately combine memories, archival footage and animation as they tell an important and extraordinary story.
Find out how the tricky balance between animation and live-action was bridged in our behind-the-scenes look at this truly original documentary.
That's just a small selection of what you can discover – visit RIDM's website for the complete listing of films. Happy watching!


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The first project was used to study equilibrium. We had to suspend a one pound wooden cube using only string and dowels. Three dowels were used at angles with string from the largest dowel to the cube.
The second project involved building a bridge with only wooden dowels. We decided to build a truss bridge with reinforced vertical pieces. The bridge was then tested by hanging vertical weights; it held 36 pounds before collapsing in the middle.


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From the 6th of May we'll be cooking in the Refugio Café kitchen on every first Saturday of the month. Everyone is welcome to come along, cook and eat with us. We're also always looking for aspiring chefs who might want to bring recipes and "lead" the kitchen for the day. Every type of cuisine is welcome, and why not mix it up; Syrian, Korean, or Indian-Sudanese fusion, whatever takes our fancy.
We meet at Sharehaus, go shopping together and then prepare our chosen recipes in the beautiful catering kitchen in the house. We'll be sharing food with everyone in the beautiful Cafe.
And as a special treat, on this first date, the 6th of May, we are partnering up our lovely neighbours Rückenwind who are holding a charity bike auction. There will be live music, activities for the kids and obviously lots of beautiful high quality bikes.
PS If you want to get involved with the shopping, cooking or clean up afterwards, send an email to our organiser Ricarda at firstname.lastname@example.com or sign up on the volunteer sheet here: https://


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RACHEL WALKER oboe masterclass
ZHANG JINMIN bassoon masterclass
YONG HOW KEEN oboe reed adjustment workshop
DANIEL AW YONG TIAN bassoon reed adjustment workshop
The annual Double Reed Day is here! Join Singapore's budding community of oboe and bassoon players in an exciting lineup of events.
12 - 1pm
1 - 1.30pm
Games - Attractive prizes to be won!
1.30 - 3pm
Oboe and Bassoon Masterclasses Oboe and Bassoon Reed Adjustment Sessions
3 - 4pm
Rehearsal for Concert
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5.15 - 5.30pm
Lucky Draw/Prize-Giving
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Mass Jam
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While Buller continued to alternately slam his head into the Tugela line, try to look for a flanking edge, then concuss himself again, the new commander of the Boer War arrived. Field Marshal Frederick Roberts already had a personal stake in this war, as his young son Freddie Roberts had been killed at Colenso leading a team to save one of the misplaced British field guns.[1] Roberts was also former commander of the cabal of generals in charge of running the Indian segment of the British army, and had a very different idea of how to run a war. He had also brought men who shared his thinking to support his plans. In another sign of the Boer War's long shadow, many of these rising generals like the newly appointed Cavarly commander Sir John French would go on to lead the British into World War One. Other leaders were already prominent in their own right, none more so than Lord Kitchener's stunning mustache (along with the rest of him) had come to serve as Robert's second in command in December 1899.
It is difficult to explain, let alone sum up the life of Lord Herbert Kitchener. In the eyes of his contemporaries, Kitchener was already something of a military darling by the time he arrived in South Africa, and his subsequent actions against the Boers would go to great lengths towards cementing that legacy. In the eyes of many, they also condemn him as a war criminal who sought victory with no regard for the cost.[2] Prior to stepping off the boat, Kitchener's career had been a lively one. At 24, he had played a role in surveying Palestine, creating the maps that are still used (contentiously) today for Israel and Lebanon. He had raced across the Sudan on the back of a camel, leading a desperate column to relieve the besieged city of Khartoum from an assault by the self-declared revolutionary prophet known as the Madhi. Though they arrived too late to save the city, he had led the vengeful force that had wiped out the Madhi's army in later years. He had become commander in chief (Sirdar) of the colonial Egyptian army, and later governor general of Sudan. Though most American readers may not recognize the name, the eternal poster of his glowering, mustached head jabbing at the viewer, telling Britons that he "wants YOU" for the army was the inspiration for America's own Uncle Sam posters in World War I.[3]
For now, the arrival of three more competent leaders and a swarm of fresh troops began to swing the war decisively in Britain's favor. Even Buller seemed to pick up some spring in his step. On a fourth attempt to batter his way through he finally forced the Boers off the Tugela River on February 14. On the same day General Piet Cronje and his men were forced to abandon the siege of Kimberley when French's cavalry raced onto their flank. Cronje withdrew and Cecil John Rhodes greeted French with a hero's welcome.
Left off the front pages celebrating the relief was the horror Rhodes had wrought to make this bit of theater. Rations were divided by race and role within Kimberly, with soldiers getting the most, white civilians second most, and then black Africans whatever was left. By the end of the siege, scurvy had killed more than 500 child mineworkers, and infant mortality had leaped to more than 93 percent. The British garrison was there at Rhodes' insistence, as was the relieving force. If neither had been obligated to bother defending the De Beers holding, it's doubtful a battle would have been fought at all, and French's cavalry could have played a more effective role instead of literally killing their horses to reach Kimberly as soon as possible. Rhodes had his victory, his press, and General French got a glass of champagne from the hoarded supplies that Rhodes had naturally kept for himself.
The Boer collapse after Kimberley and the Tugela River was abrupt. Roberts now loomed over the Boers with a 5 to 1 advantage in manpower, and a 10 to 1 advantage in artillery. Never the most disciplined under the best of circumstances, the sensation of military inertia caused many Boer commandos to desert on their own. On February 26 the main garrison at Ladysmith was relieved. Churchill, still attached to Buller's forces, found himself commiserating with one of the captive Boers, "we agreed that it was a sad and terrible war, and whoever won we would make the gold mines pay, so that 'the damned capitalists' should not think they had scored, and thus we parted."[4]
Just two months after Black Week had left the British picking up their teeth from the gutter a major Boer force under Piet Cronje was surrounded and crushed. At the subsequently named Surrender Hill, Cronje and 4,000 Boers handed in their rifles. Concerned about local sympathies, the Boer prisoners were actually bundled out of country and shipped to other parts of the empire to wait out the war. By March 1900 the situation was so bad that Presidents Kruger and Steyn were almost captured on a visit to the front, as yet another British attack sent the Boers fleeing for the hills.
By June 1900 Bloemfoentein and Pretoria had both fallen, with Roberts actually hoisting the adorably dainty Union Jack his wife had made over the former capitals. Like any people the British loved the decisive military touchdown this represented. There were celebrations at home, and the relieved soldiers at Mafeking greeted their comrades with the stiffest upper lip possible, "oh yes, I heard you were knocking about". By November the last major Boer forces with artillery and a semblance of formal order were crushed in the eastern Transvaal. Paul Kruger caught a Dutch steamer and fled to Europe to avoid capture, and would die in exile begging the monarchs of Europe for aid. But the war wasn't over. Men like Transvaaler Louis Botha and the Orange Stater Christiaan De Wet seemed to vanish into the bushveld with about half the Boer forces.
[1] Buller's telegram home hadn't helped much, "regret to inform you your son has been killed at Colenso. Condolences, Buller".
[2] Case in point, this South African website.
[3] In another legacy of the Boer War, when Kitchener's ship sank in 1916, Boer soldier and later German Spy Frederick Joubert Duquesne took credit for an assassination. Another conspiracy theory that will live on until the end of time.
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the deep longing in our hearts/
The planning started about one month out. I would ponder and prepare. I would lay different combinations on my bed.
That yellow shirt is cute. Oh, but it would bring out the tawny coloring of my skin. Try again. I like that ruffle blouse. Oh, but I don't think is fashionable anymore. Try again. I wonder if I have the money to go to the store and buy something new? That black tank looked cool. Except, hmmm… I don't think I have the body for it. Argghh… Try again.
Picking an outfit for the first day of school was a big deal.
It was the chance to make an impression. To show everyone how much cooler I had gotten in the few months we had been apart from one another. To maybe, just maybe, get noticed.
I wanted so badly to get noticed.
I still do.
What used to translate into obsessing over outfits now turns into monitoring facebook likes and blog comments. Do people care about me? Am I funny enough? Am I pretty enough? Am I good enough?
I want validation. I want to know that I am liked.
There is a deeper longing, too. A desire for community. For friends who ask me how I am doing. For a husband who perceives that I have had a rough day and steps in to help. For people in my life who celebrate and weep with me, because they know the details.
I think this desire is part of being human. We strive for validation. We want to know that someone out there cares. We want to be known.
Jesus says we are known.
"I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep." – John 10:14-15
It is a shepherd's job to notice the sheep. A shepherd spends all day in the fields with them. He watches for any who wander off, so he can bring them back to the flock. He looks for any who might be hurt, so he can care for them. He makes sure his sheep have enough to eat. He looks out for their safety.
That is why shepherds and shepherding is so often used as a visual picture in the Bible. It was a career the Israelites understood, and a living analogy of life with God.
But with this statement, Jesus takes that analogy to a new level. Not only is Jesus a shepherd who notices His sheep, He is a shepherd who knows His sheep. He knows His sheep just as the Father knows Him.
Jesus and the Father are one. They know each other in the most intimate way possible.
Jesus knows not only the version of ourselves that we present to the world, He knows our true selves. Our unspoken desires. Our secret sins. Our deepest needs. Our unmet potential. Jesus knows us. The real us.
And He responds to that knowledge with action. He lays down His life for us sheep. Knowing the good and the bad, the spoken and the unspoken, Jesus dies for us.
We are known and we are loved.
That is what Jesus saying "I am the Good Shepherd" reveals to me. What does it reveal to you?
Read the post before this one, How far would you go for love?


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Raise a Glass—Viva Vino is Back!
We're thrilled to bring back to Judson our tremendously popular benefit evening of wine and opera pairings, Viva Vino, on Wednesday, April 25th at 6:30PM.
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