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"We work diligently to get the best-of-the-best Pro Anglers to teach our classes. --Pete Gluszek
Pittsgrove, New Jersey (PRWEB) February 10, 2016
The Bass University TV (BU-TV), an online bass fishing education program, kicks off its 2016 season this month with weekly releases of all new, online, video bass fishing classes and plans for a live, question-and-answer, Internet show later this spring.
The first 2016 video release is an in-depth class by bass fishing mega-talent Aaron Martens addressing water temperature considerations. It joins the 120 instructional videos already in the online library, which is accessible by monthly or annual subscription.
"We work diligently to get the best-of-the-best Pro Anglers to teach our classes," said Pete Gluszek, co-founder of The Bass University. "In addition to Martens, we have Greg Hackney, Brent Ehrler, Randall Tharp, Jason Christie, Shaw Grigsby, Jacob Powroznik scheduled to teach classes."
"Each class is a result of hours of thoughtful preparation on the part of the instructor, and they demonstrate the same bass fishing techniques, tips, equipment, and tackle they use to make a living."
In the coming weeks, Gluszek and Mike Iaconelli, pro angler and co-founder of The Bass University, expects to launch a live, Q&A, call-in/tweet-in show. Subscribers are welcome to log into BU-TV and participate in preview, testing shows, the first of which is slated for Thursday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. ET.
"Winter is a great time for fishermen to gain confidence in new techniques, learn new tactics and prepare for the upcoming season," explained Gluszek. "Our videos and live show are geared to the angler who wants to catch more bass than he did last year."
First-time subscribers receive complimentary apparel. For more information on video subscriptions or the upcoming live show, visit TheBassUniversity.com/TV.
About The Bass University
Founded in 2010 by Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek, The Bass University offers the premier bass fishing education programs—online, in the classroom, and on the water. Their motto is "Never Stop Learning" and The Bass University strives to build effective programs which can help anglers of all skill levels gain confidence in new tactics and techniques to consistently catch big bass.
The Bass University has quickly expanded world-wide with an upcoming class event scheduled during February in the Toronto, Canada area and with many online subscribers to The Bass University TV located outside of the United States and Canada. The Bass University TV has subscribers in Panama, Australia, Japan, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Great Britain, Mexico, and South Africa.
The Bass University has students of all skill levels, including the top pro anglers! Similar to other professional sports where athletes study their competitors, several pro anglers have won big by participating in Bass University classes and The Bass University TV. Randy Howell spoke at a Bass University class in February, 2014 and actually used several crankbaits from his gift bag to help him win the Bassmaster Classic two weeks later on Lake Guntersville. Always look to The Bass University for your fishing instruction.


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Hey there! You're searching for the best gym bags for women? Here we've got some premium sports bags you should check out. They have attractive designs, look sturdy, has a shoe compartment, and are quite budget-friendly. The bags we have on this list is suitable both teenagers and mature adults.
We know choosing the best things out of many can be very confusing. So, our team of experts gathered together and sourced out these best gym bags for women from Amazon.
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- 1 The 10 Best Gym Bags for Women
- 1.1 1. King Kong Backpack II
- 1.2 2. Kuston Gym Bag
- 1.3 3. Under Armour Storm Undeniable II
- 1.4 4. King Kong Giant Kong
- 1.5 5. TIANS 3-Way Gym Backpack
- 1.6 6. Adidas Defender III Duffel Bag
- 1.7 7. Leader Accessories Deluxe Gym Bag
- 1.8 8. Kuston Sports Gym Bag
- 1.9 9. Riavika Backpack Convertible Gym Bag
- 1.10 10. Under Armour Undeniable 3.0 Duffle/Gym Bag
- 2 Conclusion:
The 10 Best Gym Bags for Women
1. King Kong Backpack II
We are starting up this list with a convenient backpack which we consider very portable for women. Generally, women are no big fans of heavy-duty accessories except for hardcore trainers. So, this simple backpack is best for teenagers and adult ladies.
Someone who visits the gym everyday needs something light, simple, and tough; King Kong Backpack II is just what you need to pack in your kits for everyday exercises. This shoe has one shoe compartment/pocket at the outside; it is just a simple gym bag specially designed for women. The main compartment can contain all your kit inside while your shoe stays at the outside compartment reserved for it.
King Kong Backpack II is available in various colors and is designed with military spec nylon, waterproofed. It is a gym bag for use in any weather condition. Also, there are few expandable pockets for holding up bottles and shakers for all day long hydration. Heavy-duty steel buckles, supreme-tough #10 YKK Zippers all adds up to ensure this bag lasts for a very long time even when used in most rugged conditions.
There is a dedicated shoe compartment outside, you can also opt-in for a meal bag insert (Sold separately). Since the shoe compartment is outside the main bag, it will reduce the possibility of odor and foul smells.
- Convenient shoe compartment
- A Padded laptop sleeve for 15-inch PC
- Additional valuables pocket
- Lightweight to carry around
- Best for women
- Wadded pockets for storing valuables
- External shoe compartment
- The bag is likely to rip on long time usage
- Not the perfect choice for a hardcore trainer
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2. Kuston Gym Bag
This bag was also selected as one of the best gym bags for women due to its compact design. It is made from a tough polyester material, well waterproofed so that your packed gears/clothes do not get soaked in case of a sudden downpour. Kuston gym bag will be the favorite of most ladies because it flaunts a sleek, attractive design.
There is a one side pocket that serves as a shoe compartment for storing your dirty shoes or wet gears after gym. Also, this bag can be carried conveniently as a backpack if that's the way you want to carry your bag to the gym.
- Adjustable handle straps
- High-quality polyester material
- Strong and reliable clips
- Side pockets
- Durable zippers
- Waterproof material
- Compact design
- Zippered water bottle holder
- It is quite small for professionals who move with lots of gears
3. Under Armour Storm Undeniable II
Built with UA Storm technology, highly water-resistant finish, the Under Armour Storm Undeniable II gym bag is very tough with an abrasion-resistant bottom, and side pockets. It is a gym back for everyone in the game.
The adjustable HeatGear shoulder strap is padded at the center and there is also are two top grab handles; providing you with different, comfortable carrying styles. This bag's main compartment is large, spacious enough to contain all your sports kit; you can keep your shoes at any of the side pockets which serve as shoe compartments.
- Double side pockets; one for your shoes and the other for storing wet gears
- 100% polyester material
- Padded handles/straps
- Foldable design
- There are many colors to choose from
- Water resistant
- Budget-friendly
- The buckles and clips look cheap/flimsy
4. King Kong Giant Kong
Bigger and better, the King Kong Giant Kong gym bag is an extremely large capacity, heavy-duty bag for hardcore trainers. It features an outside mesh pocket, although there are mesh pockets inside the most zippered compartments. This bag is available in 7 colors, all constructed with 1000D Nylon (Water-resistant); you can store all your wet gears in one compartment/pocket conveniently.
There are several pockets available on this gym bag; so, there is room for every sports gear. The shoe compartments are on one side; you can store two shoes separately.
- Double shoe compartments at one side
- Tough materials
- YKK solid zippers
- Lots of pockets to store your gears
- Sturdy materials
- Water resistant body
- Double convenient shoe compartments
- It is very big, some women do no love very big bags
5. TIANS 3-Way Gym Backpack
Constructed from high-impact nylon cloth and strong cotton, the Titans gym backpack is wear resistant, has a rip-stop body, very light when help, fashionable and elegant. The zippers are high-quality SBS zippers, securing all the compartments and pockets effectively.
A side mesh pocket holds up your water bottles while either of the side pockets can serve as a shoe compartment. This bag offers various carrying modes and can contain all your kits/gears at once.
- 6 Secondary Pockets
- Ventilated shoe compartment
- Mesh zipper pockets
- Compact design
- Strong and reliable zippers
- Wear-resistant, rip-stop material
- It is small for trainers who move with lots of gears
6. Adidas Defender III Duffel Bag
We already that since it's coming from Adidas, it's gonna be a durable gym bag. The Defender III Duffel Bag has a friendly design that everyone would definitely love. It has a separate shoe compartment at one side of the bag and an outside pocket to stash your little gears. Many colors and sizes are available to choose from; so, you're getting the best for your budget.
- Sleek, attractive design
- Zippered side pockets
- Padded handle straps
- The design is well acceptable for everyone
- Built with tough polyester material
- Detachable shoulder strap can be fixed if the owner wants
- The zippers cannot be trusted
7. Leader Accessories Deluxe Gym Bag
When we looked at this bag, at first, we didn't see it as a gym bag for ladies, but when we checked it out, it was indeed a superb women's bag for everyday use. This bag is available in various sizes and colors. There are various straps for carrying this bag at different styles, the way it would suit you comfortably.
Owners of this bag would miss the dedicated shoe compartment available on the other gym bags. However, the size and design would make you consider owning the bag; it will contain all your equipment/gears/clothes at once.
- Waterproof heat-sealed seams help to keep off dust, sand, and water
- Superior bottom/base
- Twin haul handles on both sides/ends
- Real tough materials for rough usage
- Flexible shoulder strap
- The shoulder strap and handles are well wadded
- ID pocket on top
- Big capacity gym bag
- The zippers cannot be trusted
8. Kuston Sports Gym Bag
Providing you with two different ways to carry the bag; kuston gym bag can be a shoulder bag or a handbag. It has a short handle and lengthy flexible strap which are well padded to relax on your shoulders. The bag is reliable for everyday usage, thanks to its compact body build.
Due to its sleekness, we assume that many women (both teenagers and adults) would love to own this gym bag. There are various attractive colors to choose from. Outside, at one side of the bag is a convenient shoe compartment for keeping your dirty shoes after gym.
- Sleek body design
- 2 comfortable carrying styles
- Waterproof plastic compartment
- Side mesh pocket
- The design is sleek and premium
- Includes a multi-use wide side pocket
- Roomy compartments
- Be careful with the zipper, they are cheap
9. Riavika Backpack Convertible Gym Bag
3-way convertible duffle bag with padded handle straps offering great comfort while walking to the gym from your house. It is a durable bag, built to resist water penetration so it can be used anywhere and at any time irrespective of the weather condition.
Also, the compartments are enclosed with high-quality SBS zippers. The main compartment has a capacity of 53L; this is big enough to contain all your clothes/kits/gears conveniently.
- 3-way convertible duffle bag
- Large capacity gym bag
- SBS zippers
- Padded handle straps
- Adjustable backpack convertible straps
- Multi-colors
- The design is not attractive
10. Under Armour Undeniable 3.0 Duffle/Gym Bag
This duffle bag is available in a variety of colors (20+ colors); you'd definitely find a color you love. We consider it to be suitable for the gym because of its size and pockets. There are useful side pockets (left and right); one can serve as a shoe compartment and the other as a wet pocket for soaked towels and clothes.
The Under Armour Duffle Bag is made from Polyester fabric with a water-resistant finish; it can serve for various purposes.
- HeatGear shoulder strap with padding
- Wadded top grab handle
- Permeable pockets for versatile usage
- One mesh pocket
- Variety of colors to pick from
- Water-resistant gym bag
- Lightweight
- The zippers are cheap
These are our top picks for the best gym bags for women. They are all top-rated bags on Amazon and we are confident they'll last long.
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NEW YORK, April 7, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ICON) ("Iconix" or the "Company") today announced that management will be presenting at the Telsey Advisory Group Consumer Conference held at The Westin New York at Times Square on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 2:05 pm EDT.
The audio portion of the presentation will be webcast live. The presentation materials will be posted at the Company's web site, www.iconixbrand.com. The webcast can be found in the investor relations section of the company website.
Iconix Brand Group Inc. (Nasdaq: ICON) owns, licenses and markets a growing portfolio of consumer brands including CANDIE'S (R), BONGO (R), BADGLEY MISCHKA (R), JOE BOXER (R) RAMPAGE (R) MUDD (R), LONDON FOG (R), MOSSIMO (R) OCEAN PACIFIC(R), DANSKIN (R) ROCA WEAR(R), CANNON (R), ROYAL VELVET (R), FIELDCREST (R), CHARISMA (R), STARTER (R) and WAVERLY (R). In addition, Iconix owns an interest in the ARTFUL DODGER (R), ED HARDY (R), ECKO (R), MARC ECKO (R), ZOO YORK (R) and MATERIAL GIRL(TM) brands. The Company licenses its brands to a network of leading retailers and manufacturers that touch every major segment of retail distribution from the luxury market to the mass market in both the U.S. and around the world. Iconix, through its in-house advertising, promotion and public relations agency, markets its brands to continually drive greater consumer awareness and equity.
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Common symptoms of hemorrhoids include the following:
- Blood in the stool (may be visible [gross] or microscopic [occult])
- Blood on toilet tissue or in the toilet after a bowel movement
- Pain and/or swelling around the anus
Rectal bleeding may indicate a more serious medical condition (e.g., ulcer, diverticular disease, colorectal cancer), so it is important to contact a health care provider to determine the underlying cause for blood in the stool.
Complications of Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids usually do not lead to serious complications; however, minor complications can sometimes occur. A blood clot (thrombosis) may form in an external hemorrhoid, leading to increased swelling and painespecially during bowel movements.
In some cases, an internal hemorrhoid swells and protrudes through the anal opening (called a prolapsed hemorrhoid). If a prolapsed hemorrhoid becomes trapped outside of the rectum, medical treatment usually is required. Infection also can occur as a result of hemorrhoids, causing the skin surrounding the anus to become inflamed and irritated.


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...that's how long we managed to go without ever having to take a sick child to the hospital.
So, Griff's not all better, despite 5 days on Zithromax. A re-check at the pediatrician's on Monday indicated that his ears are both infected and his lungs still sound lousy. His cough sounds better, he hasn't had a fever in a few days, and he's acting much healthier, but he's still sick.
The ped ran a new CBC, which came back normal. Poor Griff knew what was coming this time and didn't want the finger stick but was really, really brave. The fact that mommy caved for the second time in a row and let them give him a lollipop probably helped to bolster his bravado. He also took the nasal swab like a champ, although Reese (who also has infected ears and is on day 4 of Zithromax today) was not as thrilled with it. We'll find out on Thursday or Friday what lovely critters the kids are growing in there. Dan and I will probably re-medicate ourselves accordingly - whatever this bug is, it laughs at azithromycin.
Dr. Smith prescribed Cefzil (cefprozil), which made me worry, because Griff is allergic to the penicillins and that gives him a 1 in 10 chance of reacting to cephalosporin drugs. The problem is that the penicillins and related cephalosporins are more effective against crud like this. So we've got the Cefzil and I dosed him with crossed fingers and Benadryl at the ready. So far, so good.
Then, because 1.5 hours in the ped's office and fetching a prescription from the pharmacy wasn't enough to keep two sick kids and their sick mama busy for an evening, we went for a chest x-ray. You know, just for kicks and to keep our insurance company on their toes. No, really, it was to see if the pneumonia is bacterial or viral. Apparently bacterial pneumonia looks wedge-shaped on x-ray images, while viral pneumonia is more diffuse and hazy. Now that you know that, you can hire yourself out as a radiologist and collect the big bucks.
I was worried that Griff would be really fearful about going to the hospital and having his x-ray taken so I talked it up. He's been to the hospital before with Dan (and we picked the same hospital, the one with the famed "underground parking garage") but not as a patient, and he really isn't big on visiting the doctor in general. I told him we'd stop at home, take some medicine and get some dinner and clean diapers for Reese, and then go to the hospital to have x-rays. Do you know what x-rays are, Griff? It's when they use a big camera to take a picture of your insides! Wow! My camera can only take pictures of your skin and clothes outside your body but this camera can take pictures of your bones and your lungs and your intestines. Cool!
Mom's marketing plus the parking garage excitement made for a smooth trip. Miraculously, the outpatient registration lobby was nearly empty and the woman behind the desk was happy to meet me, having checked in lots of my husband's patients. On our way to the radiology department, I remembered Curious George's hospital adventure and reminded Griff of it, and...duh...that George gets an x-ray to find the puzzle piece he ate. It's not every day that a 3 year old gets to live a Curious George story. Radiology was deserted except for my two guys who were thrilled to explore the waiting room. The radiology tech was wonderful with Griff, and Griff happily went down the hall with him, quietly cooperated with all the instructions, and stood patiently while his pictures were taken. Then we talked about the computers in the room, what the lead aprons are for (he got to wear a little lead loincloth), how the cameras send pictures to the computers, the way you can take an x-ray of any part of the body, etc etc.
Getting back into the car a few minutes after bedtime, Griff exclaimed, "THAT was FUN!!"
Yeah, but let's not have any repeats any time soon, ok?
Dan was on call last night. I had had the forethough to have Griff's results sent to him as well as to the pediatrician, so when he got called in to HDH last night and logged in to check his patient's info, he was surprised to find Griff's x-rays waiting there for him. He called up the radiologist and reviewed them right then. Nice to have some perks to late nights at the hospital! He said the films were really cute, this tiny little boy body. He apparently got all mushy about his little guy and the radiologist didn't quite get it. I thought it was sweet, though.
So...the results: no bacterial pneumonia. Hooray! There is "perivascular cuffing" which is apparently consistent with viral pneumonia, but no bacterial bugs in there so far, so that's good. The gunk in his ears (and mine, and Reese's) is probably a bacterial secondary infection. Once we find out what kind of bacteria it is, we can go from there.
Dan will be able to get a copy of the digital images for me and plans to get it after the report is dictated so we can have a copy of that, too. I'm psyched to share the pictures with Griff, who will be THRILLED to see his own bones.
Chatted with Gayle Smith today, she's also encouraged by the results (I didn't mention that I had them before she did). We're going to keep Griff on the Cefzil in the hopes that the bacterial yuck in his ears doesn't migrate south, and possibly change antibiotics on Thurs/Fri when the cultures come back.
I finished my Z-pack yesterday and my ear is throbbing today. Sudafed is helping but I wonder if I should start some Amoxicillin or Augmentin. Oy. Wonder what superbugs we're breeding?
Griff's out of school until further notice, in order to prevent him from contracting anything else. His classroom is a mess, lots of flu and strep and various coughing illnesses. Dr. Smith doesn't want his immune system to take another hit right now. I'm inclined to agree. That and I don't want to share what we've got.
Ok, so that was long and rambly, sorry, but it's what's going on. Exciting, although perhaps not the kind of excitement we'd prefer. The original plan for last night was to take the boys to see the lights at the botanical gardens. Cross your fingers for us that we're all healthy soon and can get back to having fun!


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Here are some of my go-to food and drink choices that maximize nutrients for our bodies and our teeth. They all offer benefits to build healthier teeth and gums, prevent tooth decay and fight infection by neutralizing harmful acids, providing vitamins and minerals for tooth enamel and stimulating saliva production.
- Cheese
Things like breads, citrus, sugary sweets produce acid-causing tooth decay. Eating cheese, which is high in calcium, raises the pH level in our mouths and can counteract that acid erosion.
- Fatty Fish
My personal favorite, salmon, contains plenty of vitamin D which helps the teeth, gums and body absorb much-needed calcium.
- High Fiber Vegetables and Fruit
The fiber in vegetables and fruit acts like tiny scrub brushes and promotes saliva production, discouraging plaque buildup. Vegetables and fruits also have a high water content which aids in hydration.
- Xylitol
While not a food by itself, xylitol is a sweetener found in sugarless gum that fights tooth decay by killing bad bacteria. Chewing gum increases saliva which prevents both tooth decay and bad breath.
- Green Tea
Admittedly I do not drink tea much, because I favor coffee. Green tea, however, contains polyphenol antioxidants which interact with and kill plaque-forming bacteria. Those bad bacteria feed on the sugars in your mouth, but the polyphenols in the tea prevent the forming of acids from those bacteria that destroy tooth enamel.
- Leafy Greens
Another personal favorite of mine that I eat daily. Kale, spinach, romaine for example contain folic acid and again, the calcium. Folic acid purportedly helps with gum disease.
- Almonds
Almonds are an excellent source of calcium, vitamin E, magnesium and fiber. Vitamin E is said to help reduce gum pain and inflammation.
- Yogurt
Preferably whole-fat Greek yogurt. The good bacteria from probiotics are not only excellent for your digestive tract, but they also protect your mouth against gum disease by countering the bad bacteria. Yogurt is another great source of calcium.
According to the American Dental Association, oral health is one of the first clear areas affected by a poor diet. Sugars cause cavities, tooth decay and gut inflammation, in addition to harming overall immune system. You can start by making small changes that add up. By making better choices we can improve our oral and overall health and encourage our bodies to heal naturally.
The last of the baby teeth are not usually lost until around age 11, although by then many children stop believing in the tooth fairy long before. Often it is kids at school or older siblings that ruin it for the younger ones. Children (like my granddaughter) will happily play along just to collect a little money for their teeth. A recent patient asked me if I knew where the myth of the tooth fairy began and because I did not have an answer I did some digging. There are differing accounts as for the very first, but many cultures have stories.
In the Middle Ages it was believed a witch could place a curse on someone with the use of their teeth, so they had to get rid of them by swallowing, burying or burning. Sometimes they were left for rodents or crows who reportedly had strong teeth. People thought a tooth fed to a rodent or crow could then lead to development of a good and strong adult tooth.
In 18th century France, the tooth fairy myth took on more fairytale features. A bedtime story, La Bonne Petite Souris, tells the tale of a mouse that turns out to be a fairy and helps a good queen imprisoned by an evil king. The mouse hides under the evil king's pillow and defeats him by knocking out his teeth.
The idea of leaving the teeth under the pillow in exchange for money may have originated in Scandinavia. The Vikings paid children coins for a lost tooth. The teeth were then made into necklaces and worn as good luck charms in battle. You can just picture an image of a fierce Viking in a horned helmet taking the teeth of children.
The more delicate description of a fairy came later, as recent as the 1900's. When WWII ended, American society became more prosperous, families became more focused on children and the tooth fairy idea gained popularity.
Many legends of the tooth fairy have been passed down throughout generations and cultures.
Dental implants restore a lost tooth and function just like a natural tooth. I have talked before about dental implants as far as the safety, the benefits and whether they are right for you and you can find more of that information on our website. I want to specifically address how you can ensure the longevity of dental implants. They are strong and stable and, in fact, the next best thing to natural teeth. Dental implants are designed to last and can last a lifetime if they are properly placed and cared for. There aren't any uncomfortable or embarrassing moments of them loosening or falling out while talking, eating or laughing like with removable dentures.Dental implants allow ease and confidence in any situation. Dental implants go into the jawbone where the missing tooth was, alongside healthy adjacent teeth. The jawbone then supports the implant just like with the natural teeth, thereby strengthening and stimulating bone growth.
Let me be clear. Like any medical device, there is no 100% guarantee on how long they will last or whether adjustments will need to be made. There are many risk factors that impact the survival of dental implants such as patient's medical history, smoking, periodontal disease, oral hygiene. Basically, it will depend on how well you care for them and your periodontal health. If you follow the care protocol and come in for maintenance there is a much better chance the implants will last. Statistically speaking, more than 90% of implants will still be functional at ten years and I tell patients that the majority can expect the implants to function at a high degree of success for a minimum of five years, but I have seen ten years and longer. While we do not implement a general warranty for dental implants, I address this topic on a case-by-case basis after careful consideration of the patient and circumstances.
I can recall as a kid, on several occasions, being less than thrilled to visit the dentist. When my mother told me we were going to get my teeth checked it was all she could do to keep me from running to hide. But, I also recall that every time I was apprehensive my fears would quickly disappear when the dentist came into the room. He was gentle and patient and had an amusing sense of humor. I can't say for sure that my exposure to the dental chair at a young age wasn't at least a tiny bit of inspiration for my career choice years later.
But, dental fear and anxiety are pretty common actually. For some it is a mild feeling of anxiousness yet for others it can be an intense fear or dread, referred to as a phobia (odontophobia).Their reluctance to visit the dentist is often a source of pain and swelling, lack of nutrition, missed work, medical complications. When those people do eventually seek dental care, their teeth are often in such bad shape that they require more extensive dental work which reinforces their fear. Unfortunately, the fact that seeing the dentist for regular care and maintaining good oral health can be helpful is not enough of a motivation for many people to overcome their fears and see one. While some may have had a traumatic dental experience at some point, for others it may be due to other existing anxieties. According to researchers in Sweden, about five percent of people have severe dental anxiety. The researchers found five strategies people use to get over their fear of the dentist. Their findings were published in the journal, Acta Odontologica Scandinavica. Common strategies are distracting yourself (such as counting or mental games), distancing (telling yourself the pain or discomfort feels like something else), prayer, personal efficacy (telling yourself to be strong), optimism (telling yourself everything will be okay).
One of the things I always like to do whether or not a patient has fear and anxiety is to get to know them. I share a personal story and make my patients feel comfortable by asking them to tell me about themselves. I sit with them and explain diagnoses and procedures. I let patients look at the equipment I will be using. Some of my patients choose to bring earbuds and listen to their own music or an audiobook and that is perfectly fine. The important thing is to allow enough time to accommodate and make patients feel comfortable and their needs heard. Not all patients have anxiety or dental fear, but for those who do it certainly is not a deterrent to us caring for their teeth.
I recently came across some facts regarding ancient dentistry and oral care. It's always interesting to see how much has changed and yet in some cases, I find it amazing how innovative things were for those times.
- Egyptians were reportedly the first to use toothpaste, the main ingredients of which were eggshells and pumice.
- Although they did not have toothbrushes or toothpaste, the ancient Romans of Pompeii were said to have excellent teeth because their diets were so low in sugar.
- The Mayans actually used tooth-shaped shells for dental implants! The shells contained calcium carbonate which allowed them to integrate with the bone.
- In medieval times, the Japanese used to dye their teeth black through a practice called Ohaguro which was a statement of beauty. It evidently acted as a dental sealant to prevent tooth decay as well.
- Ancient civilizations as far back as 2,500 years ago, bedazzled their teeth with semi-precious jewels, attaching the stones with adhesives made of natural resins like plant sap.
- The Etruscans were likely the first to experiment with filling gold teeth.
So, these are just a few of the interesting facts I found in ancient dentistry. What amazes me most is their ingenuity given the lack of modern resources and technology.


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With so much going on right now I decided to realise the alphabet of my life. Hope you'll find something relatable. 🙂
Not necessarily work or career related, but in general I possess a strong desire to achieve- once I know what I want of course. 😀
For me it is always all or nothing and I have to continiously focus to find balance in everything I do.
For me it is always all or nothing and I have to continiously focus to find balance in everything I do.
I believe my love for coffee has already been widely established so coconuts it is. I love everything coconutty, even my shower gel smells like it.
I don't know much about cars but I do love driving them (fast)- it makes me feel very relaxed. When I drive alone (which is most of the time because according to my friends and family I am not a very good driver?!:D) I tend to listen to music very loudly.
I strongly believe in 'creating a life you don't need a vacation from', however I love small get-a-ways during the weekends. Distance provides me with much needed perspective and enables me to fully focus on the person I am spending time with. I aim to be able to take even more small breaks in the future.
Friendship is not something I take lightly and therefore there are not many things I would not do for my friends. My friends (old and new) are very important to me and I personally think you can never have too many true friends.
I practice gratitude on a daily basis- there is simply so much to be grateful for.
As an introvert I need some time to recover from social sitatuons. I rarely go out just for the sake of going out and I really enjoy time alone. Being an introvert does not mean being particularly shy in my case.
Especially the people who make me smile and laugh every day.
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted
Especially the uncodinitional type 😉
Call me crazy but I strongly believe in true love that lasts for a lifetime.
Make up
During summer I spend a lot of time without make up however that doesn't change the fact that I really enjoy doing my make up and getting ready to go somewhere (where I really want to go :D).
I am happy to be godmother to this wonderful princess
Breakfast, lunch, dinner.. Very mature I know.
Positive attitude
I strive for postive life and have managed to surround myself with positive people.
Our own attitude (& how we react) determines everything.
Quality time
Friends, family or sometimes just by myself- the best type of time.
Romantic comedies
Is there one I haven't yet seen?
Doing sports makes me happy every single day.
To do lists
I like making lists about everything and I receive great satisfaction when I get to tick off things.
Whereas in the past I used to compare everything I have fallen in love with the beauty of being different and one of a kind.
Sun makes me feel energised. I am a summer person (although I am also a Christmas enthusiast).
If I was a song I would definitely be wonderwall (so proud of myself for not typing wine here, would have been so obvious)
I am for sure a hugger (with strangers my private zone is however very appreciated..)
In my own opinion I am quite the rap artists (:D) and I feel like a true badass when I remember all the lyrics to some hip hop song. When I was young everyone had a msn messenger name- mine was jennizka (:D) which I think would totally go as an artist name in the future…. 😀
I eat courgette almost everyday simply because that is the most easily chopped vegetable (I hate dicing food). When I prepare food for someone I like I might even prepare broccoli 😉
Have a lovely Sunday! 🙂


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Top 15 Action Comedy Anime
Action anime has its place in your heart. Comedy anime has its place in your smile. Why not have both? These action comedy anime are guaranteed to make your heart pump just as fast as you could laugh your ass off. A relaxing anime that will put you at the end of your seat and make you fall off of it is exactly what you need right now.
1. Gintama
Aliens called the Amanto have scouted the galaxies to find planet Earth as its next prey to be. The Amanto were able to overturn the rulers of Japan and establish themselves as rulers of the previous-Bakufu government. 20 years later, Gintoka Sakata, an amazing samurai, meets Shinpachi Shimura, a teenage boy with a heart of a samurai who inherited a dojo from his father. The two are accompanied by Kagura and a gigantic dog named Sadaharu on their hilarious adventure to do odd jobs, encountering strange people, and survive under the Amanto rule!
2. One Punch Man
This loser of boy named Saitama aspired to become a hero after his almost dying to a monster at a young age. He spends 3 years under a strict training regime: 100 push ups, 100 sit ups, 100 squats, 10km (6.2 miles) running. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. As a result of this grueling training, Saitama has become THE strongest person in the world. He's even lost his hair because of it. One Punch is all he needs and one punch is all the enemies' will get. At this stage of immense power, Saitama's defeats his opponents quite easily; while, his positive contributions are blindsided by other "higher ranked" flashy heroes. Then, he meets a cyborg named Genos, who wants to be under Saitama's guidance. The two try to join the Hero Association and become popular high ranking heroes in the process.
3. Kill la Kill
Ryuuko Matoi is on the hunt for the killer of her beloved father. With only a Scissor Blade left behind, she stumbles upon Honnouji Academy, a high school ruled like an anarchy. Student council president Satsuki Kiryuuin runs the course with her crew called the Elite Four, who wear Goku Uniforms that give them special inhuman powers. Defeated by a member of the Elite Four, Ryuuko returns home and finds a Senketsu, the clothes of a God. Here is the part where she fights these degenerates for information on who murdered her father.
4. Baccano!
Back in the 1700's, a group of alchemist had an elixir of immortality, but the only downside is that only one person can consume it. The whole group decided that it would be best to end the elixir. Instead, Szilard Quates of the group starts killing his colleagues. The group disbands and spreads throughout the world. In the 1930's, Szilard Quates manages to create another elixir of immortality. He feels the most mighty until he ends up losing the bottle to the streets of Manhattan. A new group of outsiders get their hands on this powerful mixture and begins their adventure of discovering the true story behind the immortality.
5. The Devil is a Part Timer
Demon Lord Satan and General Alsiel are in the middle of taking over the land of Ente Isla with their enormous army of demons when Emilia the Hero strikes and defends her homeland of the evil forces. Her presence forces Satan and Alciel to open a dimensional portal to another world for safety. Upon landing in Tokyo, Satan and Alciel try to blend in as humans by suppressing whatever magical power they have left. Satan takes on the name Sadao Maou and takes a part time job at MgRonald's. From there, his goal is to become the biggest position in the world!!.. At the fast food restaurant.
6. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Jonathan Joestar finds himself trying to stop Dio Brando, his adopted brother, from taking over the Joestar household for Brando's own selfish intent. Dio Brando uses an ancient Aztec stone mask to gain supernatural powers to accomplish his evil goals of destroying the Joestar family. Half a decade later, Joseph Joestar, Jonathan's grandson, has to take upon his grandfather's objective of destroying the stone mask and its creators, the Pillar Men.
7. Cowboy Bebop
Spike and his crew of bounty hunters with their highly intelligent corgi travel around the Solar System in the year 2071 as they search for criminals. The Earth has become practically uninhabitable while the rest of the rocky planets in the Solar System have been colonized by humans. Much like the days of the Old West, the ISSP (Inter Solar System Police) have allowed bounty hunters to bring in wanted criminals as the crime rate only increases across the planets. Spike, Jet, Faye, and Edward all face events from their past while on their adventures.
Cowboy Bebop is an anime series that is different from the rest. It pulls themes from both the Western and noir genres, with its musical themes are heavily influenced by jazz.
8. Assassination Classroom
The goal? Assassinate the professor. The Professor? A yellow creature that can chop the moon and destroy Earth whenever he pleases. The student assassins of 3-E of Kunugiaoka Middle School are tasked with killing their professor. They soon realize that this teacher, Koro-sensei, is indestructible and possibly the best teacher ever! Watch as the class learns techniques and teamwork to assassinate their god like professor.
9. Lupin the Third
Arsène Lupin III is a world-famous thief, following in the footsteps of his equally famous gentleman thief grandfather. He often works with the expert marksman Daisuke Jigen in their robberies, stealing high profile treasures and sending out calling cards beforehand. They also work with an expert swordsman Goemon Ishikawa XIII or the femme fatale Fujiko Mine. Inspector Koichi Zenigata has made it his life's goal to capture Lupin. Lupin III is such a popular series has been brought back several times over the years. So much so, there are five anime series of Lupin III. The first Lupin III Part 1 has a more serious tone than Lupin III Part 2. Nonetheless, all series are full of action and crime adventures, with theme elements of violence and sexuality.
10. Samurai Champloo
From the same director as Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo takes on similar unconventional stylistic elements, mixing the traditional wandering samurai story with hip-hop aspects and historical Japanese Edo events. After a scuffle between themselves and the governor's son, Mugen and Jin find themselves in jail to be publically executed in the morning. Mugen is a free-spirited, sword-wielding vagrant while Jin is the complete opposite: a conventional, stoic ronin. Ruu, a waitress at the teahouse that burned down in their fight, enlists their help to find the "samurai who smells of sunflowers" in exchange for helping them to escape.
11. Soul Eater
Shinigami-Lord Death is the leader of a technical academy called Shibusen that was created with the mission to create "Death Scythes." These Death Scythes are human that can change into these dangerous weapons after consuming 99 souls and 1 witch soul. Soul Eater follows Soul Eater Evans, a Demon Scythe; his accomplice Maka Albarn, a dual wielding sharp shooter Death the Kid, and Black Star, the last of the Star Clan, on an adventure to craft a Death Scythe.
12. Hitman Reborn
Tsunayoshi Sawada is a loser. His classmates know it. They call him "Loser Tsuna" for a reason! He's good for nothing, clumsy, and loves somebody completely out of his league. If that's what you call love… Until one day out of the blue, a strange thing called Reborn is a hitman sent from an Italian Mafia to change Tsunayoshi's life as he knows it. Reborn's objective for Tsunayoshi is to become the ninth boss of the Vongola family as the current one is about to retire. Can this loser prepare himself for something bigger than himself?
13. Bakumatsu Rock
Rock n Roll is the greatest music to ever bless Ryouma Sakamoto's life, and he wants everyone to know about it. He's willing to let the world know of his amazing Rock n Roll guitar skills. Being a rebel without a cause, Ryouma Sakamoto is going against Japan's strict laws about playing different types of music. He'll show them. Him and his bandmates Shinsaku Takasugi and Kogoru Katsura are striving to prove that Rock n Roll have a place in Japan. They will prove it.
14. Ben-To
It's customary to eat bentos in Japan. But, for You Satou, he had to learn the hard way. This supermarket has sales of half priced bentos that are sought out for by everybody in the area. For these half priced bentos, you have to fight for your right to claim a bento. The "Wolves" are experienced fighters of the bentos while the "Dogs" are the losers of the pack. It's survival of the fittest for these bentos out here in Japan. You Satou learns that he must train under the Ice Queen to become a wolf.
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Nice, a 17 year old teenager, runs a P.I. (Private Investigation) company that focuses on finding patterns within crimes to discover trends. The world is based off "minimum holders" or selected humans that hold supernatural powers called "Minor Miracles." Nowadays, Nice and Murasaki, his colleague, have been going through strange cases of crimes done by minimum holders. Are these super beings causing these crimes on their own accord?


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One thing I'm sad about in regards to going back to Boston is I will have to part with my mother's food processor. Food processors are the best. They help you make this:
Recipe time! I wanted hummus. We had olives. None of the recipes I found were to my satisfaction, so I put a little of this and a little of that.
Greek Olive Hummus
So, roughly chop:
2 cloves garlic
3 T. parsley
1/4 cup mixed Greek olives
Pulse in the food processor with a can of chickpeas (I used Goya low-sodium, my go-to brand).
Then add:
juice of 1 large lemon (or to taste)
2 T tahini
1 t. ground cumin
1 t. olive oil
1/4 cup water
Blend until beautifully smooth. Top with paprika.
The olives make a lovely rich background note, and the spices are perfectly balanced in terms of smokiness and freshness.
I used the hums to make a fabulous sandwich for lunch:
Atop a pita, there is grilled eggplant (I love my pre-grilling on the weekends, it's made for such great weekday meals!), hummus (obviously) and spinach for green and crispness.
I plan to supplement my sandwich with whatever we're feeding the kids at work. Somewhat ironically, the food bank sent us a bunch of organic greek yogurt (?!?!) What yuppies buy for extortionist amounts at Whole Foods, our kids are getting from the food bank… only to go "YUCK, PLAIN YOGURT!" I don't really know quite what to make of this, except… more for me!


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How to Make the Perfect Cup of Matcha – use these simple recipes to make your own perfect cup of matcha!
This post is sponsored by Encha Organic Matcha – the opinions are my own.
Have you been seeing matcha everywhere lately but aren't really sure what it is or how to make yourself the perfect cup? I got your back you guys! I am so excited to share with you two – count'em TWO – recipes that are simple and easy so you can make yourself your own perfect cup of matcha.
Okay – you guys know I am typically all about the cold brew – right? And I have told my story so many times of how I switched to cold brew because regularly brewed coffee was way too acidic and was contributing to some acid reflux/stomach issues. I have heard so many good things about matcha and that is so much easier on your stomach than coffee or other teas. So when Encha Organic Matcha approached me and asked me if I wanted to try their product I was so excited – I had only tried matcha a couple times from different coffee shops and, frankly, I hadn't been too impressed. I was excited to make it in my own home, using an incredibly high-quality product and see if I liked it. But first, I did some research…..
What is Matcha?
Matcha is the fine powder that is the result of ground up green tea leaves, but it is different from regular old green tea because:
- You actually consume all of the nutrients from the leaf.
- Matcha contains more theanine than regular green tea (because it is shade-grown for the last 3 weeks). When theanine is consumed with caffeine, it results in a calm but alert feeling.
- Matcha is much softer than regular green tea because the stems are removed and only the fine leaf is ground up.
Encha Organic Matcha is just that – organic. And you can tell – like right away. It is soooo soft – I know that is a weird way to describe tea, but it really is. And I definitely gave me a different feeling than just drinking coffee. It was energizing, but not in quite the rigid way coffee energizes you, which can feel a bit harsh sometimes. It was just …. calmer.
I still suffer from acid reflux so I am seriously considering doing an experiment and drinking only matcha for a week to see if I feel any better…… I don't think I will ever give up my beloved cold brew, but I can tell you that matcha will be permanently added to the rotation.
I wanted to give you guys a couple quick and easy matcha recipes so you can make some at home yourself. They are so easy and delicious!
I am also incredibly excited to announce I am doing a giveaway with Encha Organic Matcha over on my Instagram account!!!! It is open through Friday, November 3rd so check out the details and make sure you enter! I also have a coupon code….. also on my Instagram account!
So my bonus recipe is for The Perfect Cup of Matcha:
1 teaspoon Ceremonial-Grade Encha Organic Matcha powder
5 oz water (160 degrees – any hotter and it will burn the matcha)
1 Tablespoon ghee
1 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 Tablespoon collagen (optional)
Place all ingredients (except for water) in large mug and then pour water on top. Use a matcha whisk or a Electric Milk Frother (link is to the one of bought) to mix thoroughly. I also have just put everything in a blender to combine and then pour into mug.
So simple, yet soooo good.
The recipe for the Extra Creamy Iced Matcha Latte is below – don't forget to check out the giveaway before time runs out!!!
Don't forget to check out my Instagram account for some behind-the-scenes action! Or give me a follow on Facebook or see what I am pinning on Pinterest!
Extra Creamy Iced Matcha Latte
- Yield: 1 cup of matcha 1x
- Category: Coffee/Tea
- Method: Stove Top
Use these simple recipes to make your own perfect cup of matcha!
- 1 Teaspoon latte grade Encha Organic Matcha
- 6 oz almond milk
- 2 oz coconut cream
- 2 Tablespoon coconut butter
- 1 Teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon ashwaganda (optional – or your other favorite adaptogen)
- Place all ingredients in blender and blend for 30 seconds – 1 minute.
- Pour over ice and serve immediately.
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I admit openly to having a flair for the dramatic (you can't justify owning the amount of scarves I own without attributing it to my artsy streak) but there are a lot of people like me in this world who call themselves writers. Yet there are so many people who make a bigger deal of it than it is. Heaven help you when you encounter a famous writer. I mean it's really amazing when people resonate with something you wrote or connect with it in a special way. But you didn't invent the wheel, you just wrote about it. (Perhaps eloquently, but still).
There is certainly a technique to writing, but overly inflated writers who talk about their craft and their struggles as they condescendingly share their secrets with us ordinary folk who aren't as successful make me roll my eyes.
You should write when you have something to say. You should write when you're trying to process something. You should write to chronicle your quest for answers. Your writing should be a reflection of who you are in your soul, the person that not everyone gets to see. You should write because you want to, not to change the world. Not to make money. Not to sell a million copies and become famous. (Although I wouldn't argue with that as a nice side bonus of being a real writer!) I'm just saying there should be a distinction between people who write because they care about their audience and people who write because they want all the world to know their brilliance.
These days I wouldn't even argue that a large audience denotes a talented writer (I know people with no discernable talent that still have millions of followers on Twitter) Writing should be something that you do for you, it's a tool of the heart used to tell a story.
Because stories are perhaps the most perpetually binding aspect of the human experience, we are constantly surrounded by stories. When you write you are merely engaging in the unique revelation of something universal that you have observed about life, a glimpse of the truth revealed to you from the greatest Author of all.


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What's your favourite summer treat?
If you said ice cream, you wouldn't be alone.
Historians say that even Alexander the Great, of Ancient Greece, liked to eat snow flavoured with honey and nectar — and that was over 2,300 years ago! The recipe has changed a bit since then, but whether you like just plain vanilla or you're nuts for rocky road, people around the world still love ice cream. Read on for some cool ice cream facts.
The answer is: they're both full of air! All ice creams are made from basically the same ingredients: milk (or cream), sugar and air. Yup, air is a main ingredient! The ice cream you get from the store is whipped (or churned, as the ice-cream making pros say) really fast, which adds air and keeps crunchy ice crystals from forming. It makes ice cream… well, creamy!
Gelato (Pixabay)
Ice cream generally has a high percentage of milk fat in it (so, that's more cream and less milk). Although gelato means ice cream in Italian, it's churned much more slowly, which gives it less air and it also contains less milk fat. And in case you were wondering, sorbet doesn't contain any milk or cream — just fruit and sugar, while sherbet is just sorbet with a teeny tiny bit of milk added. But there's one thing they all have in common — they're all yummy!
Photo by Sweet Flour Bake Shop licensed CC BY 2.0
It's hard to believe, but Canada doesn't rank in the top five ice-cream eating countries in the world. The top eaters are: New Zealand, USA, Australia, Finland and Sweden. As of right now, Canada ranks number six. We need to get to work — let's all scream for ice cream!!!
Ice cream and waffle cones (Pixabay)
Ice cream cones were invented in 1904 at the World's Fair in St. Louis, Missouri. A man selling zalabis (a type of waffle) was working beside a man selling ice cream. The man selling the ice cream ran out of dishes, and the waffle-maker rolled up one of his treats and suggested putting the ice cream inside. What a great idea! By the way, it takes about 50 licks to finish a single scoop ice cream cone — count it out the next time you eat one!
Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) has a Mr. Whippy ice cream truck very much like this one. He's an ice cream wizard! (Photo by Chris Sampson licensed CC BY 2.0)
The answer is yes, and here's proof. Rupert Grint, the actor who plays Harry Potter's best pal Ron Weasley in the movies, actually owns his own ice cream truck! So you may want to have your autograph book handy the next time you're in the United Kingdom and the ice cream truck rolls down the street, because you never know… And, by the way, how cool would it be to own your own ice cream truck?


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Nov. 13-15
Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center
Regularly priced tickets are $25-$35.
TAMPA, Fla. — The Straz Center for the Performing Arts presents Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat and Betty on Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 13-15 in Ferguson Hall.
Written by Eric H. Weinberger with Elaine Bromka and starring the Emmy® Award-winning Bromka, this one-woman show is a witty and intimate re-imagining of three women who suddenly found themselves celebrities – a behind-the-scenes look at Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon and Betty Ford, revealing the personal cost of what Mrs. Nixon called the "hardest unpaid job in the world." Weaving in the presidents, social change and politics of the time in a way that appeals to all audiences, Tea for Three has been critically acclaimed for its blend of humor and passion.
The inspiration for Tea for Three came about when Bromka starred opposite Rich Little in The Presidents, which she performed across the country and on PBS. Called upon to impersonate eight first ladies, she ended up spending months poring over videotapes of the women. Studying nuances of their body language and speech patterns to explore psychologically why they moved and spoke as they did, she became more and more drawn in by their personalities.
"These were women of intelligence and grit who suddenly found themselves in a fishbowl," Bromka said. "I realized I wanted to tell the story from their point of view."
Bromka has more than 30 years of experience in film, television, Broadway and off-Broadway. She appeared as the mom in Uncle Buck with John Candy, as Stella on Days of our Lives and on ER, The Sopranos and Law & Order.
A Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominee, Weinberger is the author of several off-Broadway plays, including Wanda's World and Class Mothers '68. Tea for Three is directed by Byam Stevens.
Performances are Thursday at 2 p.m., Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m. in the Jaeb Theater. Regularly priced tickets are $25-$35 and may be purchased by calling 813.229.STAR (7827) or 800.955.1045 outside Tampa Bay, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office or online at www.strazcenter.org. Handling fees will apply. For more information about the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and its upcoming events, please visit the Straz Center's website at www.strazcenter.org.
The Thursday and Friday performances will include a talk back with Bromka after the show.


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Lack of recent studio posts/
The recent flood of studio posts seems to have petered out. I am busily working on my latest script, trying to get it down by this Sunday. Kav is between issues of Rapid City right now... and it seems he is still busily drawing. And Micah is coloring the issue #3 cover.
So, work is getting done, but there is not much to discuss.
We could always discuss the issue 5 cover! ps dude when i view html it is not html...wierd
It is HTML, but there is no particular coding in the paragraph above. Not HTML to see!Look at it now that I have indented my stuff.
Also, Kav's own Dr.Death Vs The Vampire just got a great review on The Broken Infinite. -Josh


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SF / Bay Area / March 23 - 24, 2019
SF / Bay Area / March 21 – 22, 2020
Santa Clara Convention Center
What You Can Expect at America's Favorite Travel Show!
At America's Favorite Travel Show, you'll:
- Explore endless vacation options
- Discover over 250+ destinations from around the globe
- Plan your trip face-to-face with thousands of travel experts
- Meet travel celebrities Cheryl Strayed, Rick Steves, and Patricia Schultz
- Attend dozens of educational seminars on the Savvy Traveler and Destination Theaters
- Immerse yourself in faraway cultures with song and dance on the Global Beats Stage
- Enjoy fun for the whole family with virtual reality experiences and a Green Screen Photo Booth
- The exclusive Passport and Global Entry Acceptance Programs allow you and your family to renew, expedite and apply for your passport, as well as have your Global Entry interview right on the show floor
- Plus, save big with exclusive show-only specials and trip giveaways
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Find Your Next Vacation
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Attend Informative Seminars
Hear from your favorite travel celebrities and receive advice from the top names in travel. From packing tips to destination-specific information, you'll have all the tools you need to maximize your travel experience!
Door Prizes & Giveaways
Be sure to enter the TAS Door Prize Drawing plus other contests and giveaways at exhibitor booths. You might just win a free trip!
Watch Cultural Performances
Watch the world come alive on the Global Beats Stage where you'll hear and feel the rhythm of culturally diverse dance and music performances from around the globe.
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FUN-seeking families gathered at Meadowbank last night to say a final farewell to the stadium – with a bang.
The arena held its last Bonfire Night fireworks spectacular before being redeveloped.
Perhaps the best known display in the Capital, it also lays claim to being the largest and longest-running.
A packed crowd were treated to a spectacular display which this year featured a sci-fi theme produced by award-winning South Queensferry-based pyrotechnic company 21cc. Some young spectators got into the spirit by dressing up as their favourite characters.
Five-year-old Rhys Freeman, from Craigentinny, performed the honours by officially starting the last display before the complex shuts on 3 December.
Generations of children have also grown up watching the annual fireworks display which has been a staple of the Capital's Bonfire Night offering for the last 30 years.
The night sky above the London Road site was lit up with an array of rockets.
Developers are set to demolish the stadium in £42m plans to provide a new sports complex and housing, including outdoor and indoor athletics tracks, throws area, badminton courts, gymnastics hall and studios. The new facilities are due to open in 2020.
**Please note an earlier version of this story stated the facilities would open next Spring. This has since been amended.**


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Everything you could possibly need is everywhere. Just look around. Look outer, and look inner. (Sorry for that weird expression. I can't think how else to put it.) Feel the abundance that surrounds you — now. Not when you lose 10 pounds. Not when you get more money. Not when you accomplish a certain goal. Not when you meet someone special. Now. Right now. In the present.
And, when you are 'present', feel grateful for what you — now — have.
See, gratefulness informs the universe that, "Hey, she/he is grateful. Let's give him/her even more of what they're grateful for."
The bottom line: What you feel you — now — have (and are grateful for), the universe gives you more of.
Unfortunately, the flip side is true, too. If your — now — is filled with negative, disempowering, or stressful thoughts, the universe is focused on that, too.
The universe matches what you give it.
Life Is Fabulous!


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Super Furio vs Monsters Bros game
Super Furio again must fight for coins and gold. He must go to the dentist because his dog has a problem with his teeth. Well, his dog bites and ate an italian plumber Mario and got stuck between his teeth. Save his dog before is to late! Games is similiar to the old Super Mario Bros or Sonic.
Super Furio vs Monsters Bros, play free Adventure games, related games and updates online. Added on
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John Illingworth, Managing Director, ResearchNurses.co, attended the recent Institute of Clinical Research Conference in Brighton which was as usual, a lively affair. Some 200 delegates were present, alongside many exhibitors. Speakers included, Professor Christopher McCabe, Head of Health Economics University of Leeds, Dr. Janet Wisely, Director, National Research Ethics Service, Professor Richard Lilford, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology University of Birmingham and Dr. Richard Dixon, Futurologist and Author.
Four conference streams were run over the 2-day conference; Embracing the Future, Sharing Knowledge, Raising Standards, and Developing Professionals.
Dr. Patrick Dixon, the opening speaker, addressed a number of important ethical issues within clinical research today. Dr. Dixon has been described in the media as Europe's leading futurist and has been ranked amongst the top 20 most influential business thinkers alive today. He addressed such issues as our ageing population and the changes in our healthcare requirements, as well as the issues surrounding stem cell research in extending life expectancy.
For more information on the ICR Conference visit the ICR website.


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English Cross (10mm)
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English Cross (10mm) Orbis necklace comes with six standard Orbis spheres. This Orbis necklace style is available in sterling silver and 18k yellow gold.
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Lights, Camera, Afrikaans in Action
The Afrikaans film industry is booming and has contributed 8 billon rand to the economy between 2008 and 2012
- Between 1994 and 2007 only ten Afrikaans films were released.
- During 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002 and 2005 there were no new Afrikaans films released.
- Between 2008 and 2016 84 Afrikaans films were released.
According to the National Film and Video Foundation it is a proven fact that Afrikaans films industry has a strong base with a loyal support base that shows consistent growth.
- According to industry reports ten local films have been produced thus far of which six are Afrikaans.
- Over the same period last year a total of 13 films were produced locally of which nine were Afrikaans.
- Since January local films earned R30 million and the box office compared to R43,9 million last year.
The second half are extremely promising as figures for Kretoa and newe releases: Vuil Wasgoed, Vaselinetjie, Nul is nie Niks nie, Liewe Kersfeesvader and Raaiselkind figures will only be released by the end of this year.
Big earners 2016
- Vir Altyd (action/crime) – record earnings of R15 million.
- Vir die Voëls (romance/drama) – R8 million.
- Paw Paw vir my Darling, Noem my Skollie, Dis Koue Kos Skat, Jou Romeo, Sy Klink Soos Lente and Modder en Bloed earned R18 million cumulatively.
The Afrikaans film industry is booming – with 17 films released in 2016 alone, there is a tid-bit for every taste. Having graduated from a more historical and slapstick style to powerful social commentary, you can now find Afrikaans films covering original drama, mystery, clever comedy and even action. You'd be wrong to expect only 'candyfloss' entertainment, though. Much like the Afrikaans culture, audiences of Afrikaans films are clearly skilled in social satire. Not to mention the fact that they are quite open to laughing at themselves. And yet at the same time, it seems that the industry can not resist the more 'meaty' offerings filled with drama and poignant social commentary either…
Lasting memories – the legacy of Afrikaans films
Just think about it: Afrikaans films have a way of leaving lasting memories. All you have to do is to think back to Afrikaans films like Katinka Heyns' captivating 'Fiela se Kind', the kooky Jamie Uys blockbuster 'The Gods Must Be Crazy' or even the popular Leon Schuster movies to see how true this sentiment is. Across the board, Afrikaans films are celebrated for the breathtaking scenery. Another, perhaps more important, element of Afrikaans films is the depiction of stories that touch the heart of the South African people. In fact, no theme has been left untouched by filmmakers since the first Afrikaans movie, De Voortrekkers, was released in 1916.
Noem my Skollie /Call me Thief was an Oscar Award entry in 2017
Recently, the charming ''n PawPaw vir my Darling', Oscar award entry 'Noem My Skollie / Call me Thief', the raw 'Abraham' and the acclaimed 'Tess' were all examples of the courageous vision of directors like Koos Roets, Jans Rautenbach and Meg Rickards – telling stories others would shy away from. The unspoken mantra being, "If it's hard, we go through it, not around it."
Cross over – a blend between serious themes and humoristic content
Not that there is no place to celebrate the lighter side of life. In recent years, the film and music industry have crossed over. South African music megastars like Karen Zoid, Karlien van Jaarsveld, Steve Hofmeyr, Bok van Blerk, Bouwer Bosch and Bobby van Jaarsveld alluring the masses with romantic comedies, dramas and musicals. And audiences are loving it! Especially those who follow the lives of these local celebs closely.
Bok van Blerk in the movie Leading Lady
Amid the weighty issues such as abuse, mental health, sex trafficking and racism tackled by other contemporary films, these movies offer an elegant escapism to both Afrikaans people and those curious about the culture.
An excellent example is the feature film Johnny is nie dood nie.
After South African musician Johannes Kerkorrel committed suicide in 2002, a group of friends got together to relive their time back in the 1980s, when they were young and silly and mad about music. The storyline touches on friendship, betrayal, sexual and political freedom, the coming of age and compromises as they age. The film has won numerous local awards. In Afrikaans with English subtitles.
The coming-of-age comedy 'Jonathan', released this year with comedian Rikus de Beer, was also a crossover – this time from cult YouTube channel Radio Raps. This, again, points to the fact that the Afrikaans film industry is current, versatile, adaptable and here to stay. Most Afrikaans films have English sub-titles.
Afrikaans movies in 2018:
Nommer 37 (Number 37 – Crime thriller)


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As I seem to be sticking to my blog, when I chat to my friends, family, colleagues etc., about it, they ask for the website. The problem is, it sounds really complicated.
I have the domain kimberleynoton.com that goes directly to my Etsy shop so I was trying to figure out an easy solution…then it dawned on me – why not have the domain go to a single page that gives a choice of blog and etsy.
So that is exactly what I've done. It's very simple at the moment, just to divert either to my Etsy shop or blog. Plan is to make a proper online shop, blog and reviews of handmade products I've purchased.
Perfect, simply and easy.
So now when people ask, I can simply say it's www.kimberleynoton.com


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John Stones has come under a lot of criticism from the media and general public since joining Manchester City from Everton. Like Raheem Sterling, he is an easy scapegoat, being young, English, and playing for Manchester City.
Stones is guilty of making mistakes at the back – like many young defenders playing a high-risk style – but with the mistakes come many qualities, such as his exquisite passing ability, and he is sure to refine his game as the years go on.
Stones' former boss, David Moyes, who is in charge of Manchester City's next opponents, Sunderland, has come to the defence of his former charge today. The former United boss said of 22-year-old Stones:
"When I signed him, I didn't at the time think he was going to go on to become anywhere near as good a player as he has gone on to become.
"I thought he'd become a good player because he had natural calmness on the ball, not coached, not done, he was just someone who that was his style of being on the ball.
"What he will develop as he gets older is more of the defensive instincts at times, and maybe that's where he's questioned a little bit. But as a type and as somebody who wants to do the right thing and wants to improve, all day long, he's got all that."
The 53-year-old Scot went on to say that England should feel FORTUNATE to have a defender of such technique.
"He's a good boy who is trying to do all the right things to make himself a better player and England should actually be thinking they are really fortunate that they have got somebody like John Stones because for many years, they have been saying, 'It's the sort of player we would like to have in England'.
"Rio Ferdinand was great at coming out with the ball and taking the ball at the back. John Stones is someone of a similar ilk."
Stones has made 33 appearances in all competitions for Manchester City this season and fits the Pep Guardiola blueprint well. Under the tutelage of Pep and with more experience under his belt, the Englishman could be a central figure at City for years to come.


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Fix your personal workflow/
When a customer order is received, businesses tend to have a systematic way they go about fulfilling the order, invoicing the customer and so on. Those who do it well leverage economies of scale, customer satisfaction etc. Applying the same logic, individuals need an efficient workflow when new work they need to action is received ie. what happens next? However, many white-collar workers don't and this severely impacts their ability to be effective.
A personal workflow is the backbone of your productivity system. If it works well you'll have time and clarity to focus on what's important. Conversely, if it's inadequate you'll be busy and feel exhausted. This might sound simple, even trivial to some, but the impact an effective personal workflow has on achieving targeted outcomes in massive.
Recently I was in a coaching session with a busy manager who was struggling to keep up with demands. The manager was strong technically in his area of expertise but tended to miss deadlines or forget to action tasks. Some analysis revealed that most of the incoming work was received via email but there wasn't a systematic way to manage it. We therefore needed to get it under control (storage and retrieval, rules, scheduling, etc). In no time, we had a working system that made sense to how the manager preferred to work. The increased clarity gained was significant which in turn freed up time and energy to focus on proactively anticipating demands.
Still not convinced then this stat might blow your mind: People check their mobile phones an average of 150 times a day (Source: Deloitte Human Capital Trends Study). Wow!!! Think about the negative impact this has on productivity.
Email management and mobile phone behaviours are just 2 examples. There are many more opportunities for white collar workers to claw back time. Those who don't have an effective personal workflow unnecessarily put themselves under too much stress because they're working harder to keep up with others. Don't underestimate the importance of the cadence of an effective workflow.