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On February 14, 2013 (F-14) I danced and marched with One Billion Rising, a global action to demand an end to violence against women and girls. A reported one in three women and girls will be abused or raped in her lifetime. On this day we created a global community, empowered to create change. Together, we danced in "flash mobs", shared stories, and peacefully marched. Our motto was Strike. Dance. Rise. In Portland, Oregon we gathered with a reported 600 people and marched the streets of downtown. On this day women, men and children of more than 160 countries, of diverse race, class, gender, sexual orientation and religion came together and took action. There was mass media coverage, and thus, the world is responding. This day left me inspired and empowered.
My response as a healthcare provider, a woman, a sister, and a birth doula:
In response to F-14 and my commitment to promoting awareness of human rights for women, I have decided to more actively integrate my work as a healthcare provider with this passion for change. My current work as a gentle birth doula is very much related to human rights in birth. Now, with the intention of supporting this community, I am inviting women and girls affected by violence into my Chinese medicine practice. This includes survivors and women who have experienced physical or verbal violence, birth trauma, childhood abuse, etc. Anyone emotionally, physically or spiritually effected by violence and seeking support while healing.
Incorporating an element of therapy and energetic medicine (acupuncture, intuitive healing, energetic clearings, body work, etc.) into the wellness plan seems to be the most therapeutic during the healing process. Healing is a process, there are growth periods, transitions and often times new perspectives as old stagnant energy and beliefs move out. It is important to have a support system in place when beginning your acupuncture treatments. Often times as we peel back layers energy or beliefs that are no longer serving us, we reveal new states and perspectives. Have a trusting relationship with a practitioner or friend/family member is helpful in moving through these stages.
Resources in Portland OR.-
- Portland Women's Crisis Line- resources and support
- Deborah High, M.A., LMFT- therapy
- Lisa Willaims N.D.- pelvic floor therapy
How Does Chinese Medicine Promote Healing After Sexual Abuse?
Acupuncture has the ability to promote the reconnection of physical, emotional and spiritual bodies. It is a gentle and effective way to balance the emotions and aide in the digestion (or processing) of experiences, including trauma.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is founded in the theory that Qi (chee) harmoniously flows throughout pathways called channels and meridians. Each meridian is related to a specific organ with many functions and associations. The spleen for example is responsible for transforming and transporting food and nutrients throughout the body. Therefore it is related to digestion and nourishment of the entire body. When the spleen is out of balance there may be poor digestion, loose stool, and general lassitude. The element associated with the spleen is Earth, which is our grounding. Our ability to manage tasks that require concentration is dependent on the spleen because it houses the thought. When out of balance we worry, ruminate and often experience anxiety and disturbed sleep. The emotions tell us a story, they reveal what organs are involved and what imbalances are underlying. Each organ is related to an emotion, the kidneys to fear, the spleen to worry, the lungs to grief, the gallbladder to timidity, the liver to anger, and the heart to joy. If you think about where we feel these emotions in our physical body, you can begin to see the connection. For example, it is extremely common for people to express a sense of anxiety or worry in the solar plexus which is related to the spleen.
Based on your constitution, health history, emotions, symptoms and diagnosis, your acupuncturist will select acupoints. Acupuncture causes the release of endorphins and thus, people often experience a state of deep relaxation. We playfully refer to this as "acubliss". Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine promote a healing response and influence harmony in the emotional, physical, and spiritual bodies. I aim to inspire and empower you as you move toward the light and out of the shadow.
Check out this blog written by a survivor and student of Chinese Medicine. She beautifully writes of her experience with Chinese medicine during her healing journey. "Survivor Manual: inspiring and empowering survivors to lead joyful lives."
To schedule our learn more about our clinic visit my website:
Kat Starbird, M.Ac.O.M., L.Ac., birth doula


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I am in the process of organizing my clothes. I'm pretty sure that I am always "trying" to organize my clothes. In the process of sorting through all of my pieces, I have been able to take inventory of what I own. Every time I realize that no matter how much I own, I am always drawn to the same look (i.e. white top, denim and a bright heel). This look is a perfect example. I purchased these jeans from Gap early this year and I wear them multiple times a week. I have been singing the cone denim line's praises. They are seriously comfortable and seem so much more expensive than they are. I describe them as similar to Levi's but more flattering. I threw this pair on with a new blouse I purchased from Forever 21. Every time I'm in the mall, I make a point to stop into Forever 21. It takes a lot of patience but I always find a couple cute tops or dresses. They really are killing it lately. To finish off the look, I wore my new Zara sandals I got a few months ago. These heels are so cute and run SO small. It took me a while to break them in. I have a shoe repair shop in Raleigh where I usually take my shoes if they need stretching. I think I was too lazy/impatient to take them over there so I wore them around the house until I broke them in. Now I want to pair them with everything!

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The inspired collaboration between downtown cabaret and drag artist Joey Arias and master puppeteer Basil Twist serves as the spine for this dynamic exploration of unfettered creativity and expression. Arias and Twist conspired together to create the performance spectacular known as Arias with a Twist, a show that brought them some of the biggest success of their careers and continues to tour since its original production in 2008.
This euphoric documentary explores the dynamic creative relationship between Arias and Twist, but it also takes us on a tour of downtown New York's club, art, fashion, and performance scene starting in the late '70s, a time when these worlds were in constant dialogue, constantly inspiring each other. Director Bobby Sheehan has unearthed never-before-seen footage from the era of Andy Warhol, David Bowie, Keith Haring, Grace Jones, and Divine. The trip is bittersweet—considering AIDS would soon sweep through the scene, claiming stars like John Sex, Klaus Nomi and Keith Haring—but ultimately uplifting when viewed in light of Arias and Twist, whose work continues to evolve and carry the torch of artistic partnership.
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Few applications comes with an 'always on top' behavior, but you can't have that feature for every opened window. Whenever you click on any window, that particular window alone is brought to the front and other windows loses focus and moves to the background. That's the default behavior of Windows itself, but sometimes you might want a specified window to stay on top of others all the time. For instance, you might want a media player to be on top of all others windows. Here's a portable application called "Windows On Top", that allows you to keep any specific window on top of other windows. The app doesn't require any installation or doesn't feature any user interface, but it just sits on your system tray and works with a single keyboard shortcut.
All you need to do is, just select the window that you want to keep on top of others and hit "Ctrl + T". The app will immediately put the selected window on top of other windows until you deactivate it using the same hotkey. Simple isn't?
The app comes with few controls such as "Suspend Hotkeys" and "Pause script"; which can be accessed by right-clicking on application's icon on the system tray. 'Suspend Hotkeys" allows you to disable the hotkey that invokes 'always on top' behavior. 'Pause script' disables the app itself after reverting all the windows back to normal.
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MTV's college network, mtvU, is pairing up with online career company Monster to promote its series on entry-level jobs and help student couch potatoes overcome slacker-dom to find jobs of their own.
Monster has signed on as an exclusive sponsor of The Opening, a show that follows a day in the life of college grads in their first jobs. As part of the deal, mtvU is launching a co-branded career site with Monster's student and alumni-targeted online arm, MonsterTRAK, at the network's Web site, mtvU.com.
It will feature applications for jobs profiled on the show, as well as guidance on interview tactics, resume preparation and salary negotiation. Episodes of the show will direct students to check out the site jobs.mtv.com, which will also feature jobs and internships not profiled in the series.
The Opening's second season, which follows graduates at companies including Estee Lauder and T-Mobile, debuts Jan. 25. Episodes will air at 10 a.m. on mtvU's broadband site, mtvU Über, and on the network at 11 a.m. Subsequent episodes will run on mtvU Über either before or at the same time as they run on TV. Clips will also run on Verizon's V-Cast mobile service and Amp'd Mobile.
mtvU and Monster will also partner on programs held at career centers at the 730 schools where the network is carried. mtvU, which carries music, news, and student-targeted original fare, runs in dining halls, gyms, student lounges and dorm rooms at those colleges, which combined enroll 6.8 million students. It was the first of the MTV networks to go broadband.
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Grafton, Auckland City (August 11, 2016) – Institute of Sport Physio offers Electro Pressure Regeneration Therapy (EPRT) to patients dealing with specific conditions or injuries. While most professionals in the medical field can attest to the numerous benefits of receiving electro therapy, they are only recommended for those deemed to be good candidates for the treatment.
EPRT is a treatment that delivers ultra-low currents that are ensured to be compatible with the electric current running through the cells of the human body – safely, effectively and with consistently positive results. These currents are delivered through using a Registered Medical Device called a BodiHealth unit. EPRT then helps energise cells that are not in the ideal balance in order to accelerate the body's natural healing abilities.
Electro therapy is usually good for people who experience a great deal of stress, vulnerability to seasonal colds or flu and inability to recover fast from injuries. It speeds healing. The Institute of Sport Physio uses EPRT on patients who are not recovering as fast as expected.
EPRT improves the healing and recovery process of the body at the cellular level, which is why it is ideal for athletes, professional or otherwise. It heals orthopaedic and sports injuries, particularly in the area of acute injury and post surgical wound healing, like a fractured ankle.
One other major benefit is that the healing and recovery avoids the intake of prescription drugs or undergoing costly surgeries. EPRT has also been proven to decrease nerve pain and help manage discomforts brought about by TMJ in patients. Individuals that suffer from inflammation caused by injuries or other conditions will be glad to know that EPRT helps reduce the swelling and provides relief from chronic pain.
If you're looking at months of recovery from an injury or cannot recover as fast as you'd like, ask Graeme Hayhow if he thinks EPRT treatments would assist.
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About Institute Of Sport Physiotherapy
The Institute Of Sport Physiotherapy was established by Graeme Hayhow in 1980. The company is certified by ACC as an Endorsed Provider and their staff are qualified and registered by law. Operating out of Grafton, they also offer their physio services to areas like Mt. Eden, Newmarket and Parnell.


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It's hard to believe that the regular football season is almost over — but we still have the most exciting college game of the year to look forward to: the Civil War.
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New Jersey residents might attempt to avoid making a will or a trust because they fear confronting their mortality. However, the estate planning process is easier when individuals enter the process with an open mind. Rather than seeing the process as a morbid experience, these residents should realize that creating a plan puts more power in individuals' hands and respects wishes.
For example, the estate planning process presents the opportunity for individuals to designate certain powers to trusted individuals. If individuals are incapacitated or even outside the country, they can designate certain powers to individuals to take over certain tasks. A health care proxy gives someone the legal right to make health care decisions for another person. This is particularly important if the trusted individual is a friend or a romantic partner who may not have any legal status to this power otherwise. Similarly, a durable power of attorney can provide another person the ability to make financial decisions on behalf of a person, even if he or she is incapacitated. Furthermore, an estate plan can give a parent the ability to recommend guardianship of a minor child to another individual in the event of death.
An important aspect of establishing an estate plan is identifying the assets that will fund it. Individuals can create an inventory that includes information about all assets, including the type of account, the approximate value and the intended beneficiary of each account.
After an estate plan is established, it must be updated occasionally as a person's life circumstances change. For example, if a person gets a divorce and then remarries and forgets to change the beneficiary, the ex-spouse may wind up with the benefits of a life insurance policy or other non-probate transfer.
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Your doctor says to exercise, so what?
so what? go sew buttons on your underwear is what I was told!
Something I been thinking about, I had a surgeon who once worked out with me & when ObamaCare was being talked about he kinda took offense to it.
His point on Obesity was that surgeons or "doctors" would get to the point to where they won't admit or even call on obese patients bc of the liability of them not taking initiative and following through with their care plan. The way I understood his argument was that the new plan was to pay healthcare providers based on performance or outcomes of the treatment groups. He didn't like this idea and I could see his frustration
So ObamaCare has tentatively passed and now the fun begins!! I welcome this new age of "care" bc in my opinion Kentucky needs a change from the past – our kids, cancer, education, obesity, heart disease and premature death are the worst in the country and we need CHANGE!! Some of the hospitals may not want you but I do
So to all of you that your doctor said to exercise, I AM READY FOR THIS!!
Are you?
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Suffer from Obesity?
If you have a loved one that suffers from Obesity, reach out and encourage them to make change.
Being just 10lbs overweight can have detrimental effects on the body.
It's better to give them some tough love now, bc it's even tougher to love them when they are gone
Obesity KILLS!!
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Obesity killed my Dad
R.I.P. David Nuckols August 7th 1954- April 29th 2008
My father David Nuckols died 6yrs ago today from the complications of Obesity. He was 54 yrs old and 65lbs overweight a Type II Diabetic with a fused or repaired spine from a previous car injury. He suffered from heartburn and gout because of what he ate, not to mention the sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and lower hormone levels all due to the fact that he was too damn FAT!!
He couldn't run on the treadmill because his back hurt, so he opted for bicycle riding/training. My dad joined the local bike club and they would ride a couple hundred miles a week for health & fitness. This was his second year so he had some riding experience but was still impaired because of his excess weight.
April 29, 2008 Tues afternoon a dog ran in the road and into his path, he flipped the bicycle and landed on his head. He landed so hard and the extra weight from his body frame caused a brain stem hemorrhage that separated his brain from the spinal cord. He realistically died on the spot but was in a coma, after the "dog and pony show" throughout the night at the emergency room, we finally pulled the life support plug the following afternoon a 2pm. The hardest decision I ever made in my life.
I had just opened my fitness business in March and he only got to visit once before his tragic death in April. I have since devoted my career and life mission to teach people about the effects of Obesity and the damage it does to those people who are obese and their family that loves them. No ones life should be cut short because they are too fat and no spouse, child, mother, father should suffer either.
Obesity is a disease, a killer, and disrespectful to yourself and your loved ones. You can control what you eat and maintain a standard of health about yourself with the proper education and professional services. If your Obesity causes health problems like hypertension, diabetes, and bone/joint problems then seek medical or professional help.
Check your medications and compare side effects to cross reference the money you spend versus how much your overweight (BMI + 25). The savings in food costs alone will make a huge difference in your bank account plus the health benefits you gain by losing deathly fat weight and getting rid of 80% of the medication side effects and emotional problems that can affect your life. I am serious when I say Obesity kills, but I am a fighter, and I will help others fight this epidemic as well. Over eating is a choice.
Get up, Get Fit, Get Toned – All of Us can, if You will
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A well-know window manufacturer, Pella produces windows in a range of styles, including casement. A casement window opens outward from hinges on one side. One problem that can occur with a casement window is with its locking hardware. When the lock hardware on the Pella casement window becomes loose,the window itself can seem to be loose, even when it is shut and locked. Make a slight adjustment to the window hardware to make the window fit tight.
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Open the Pella casement window.
Locate the window sash keeper. The sash keeper is the locking mechanism that the window lock hardware fits into. If the window opens from the left-hand side, look for the sash keeper in the bottom right corner; if the window opens from the right, locate the sash keeper in the bottom left corner.
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Q: I was renting a room on a month-to-month oral lease from a guy who was in the process of purchasing the home we were living in. The deal fell through, so the guy I was renting from moved out one month ago, and the owner has removed his property.
Now the owner wants me out in less than a month so that she can sell the house to someone else. She also gave my phone number to someone who has called me and left a threatening message. The owner has workers coming into the house early in the morning making noise and staying all day. There has been no contact with me to let me know that workers will be in the house. What can I do?
A: Since you had an oral month-to-month lease with another tenant who was living on the property, typically your lease would end when one party properly terminates the lease with a written notice one full month before the end date. For example, if either party wanted to end the lease by Dec. 31, one party would need to send written notice to the other by Nov. 30. However, there are extenuating circumstances in your case, because you aren't renting directly from the owner, and your previous landlord is no longer available and most likely can no longer be considered your landlord.
You should contact the owner of the house and let her know in writing that you will be terminating your oral lease in one full month. You should also let the owner know that she needs to give you reasonable notice before letting workers or potential buyers into the home. In Minnesota, landlords and owners may legally enter the place they are renting out, but only for a reasonable business purpose and after making a good-faith effort to give their tenant reasonable notice under the circumstances. Many landlords will give their tenants 24-hour notice of their upcoming entry if they know about it early enough. However, reasonable notice can be as short as 10 minutes. If the owner or landlord does enter the place when the tenant isn't there, he or she needs to leave a written note disclosing that, and it must be left in a conspicuous place, such as on the door.
Your situation is different from the norm, due to your previous landlord terminating his lease and leaving the property. The oral periodic lease you had with the previous tenant may or may not carry over to the owner once the owner's other tenant is gone. You should work out an arrangement with the owner so that you can stay in the place for one full rental period, since you had a valid oral lease with the owner's tenant. Even though it is questionable whether the oral periodic lease you had with another tenant carries over to the owner, you should request that the owner stop the harassing phone calls, and also request adequate notice of workers or other people entering your place. If the owner agrees to your request to remain in the house for a full month, then you should put the agreement in writing and have both parties sign it.
Kelly Klein is a Minneapolis attorney. Participation in this column does not create an attorney/client relationship with Klein. Do not rely on advice in this column for legal opinions. Consult an attorney regarding your particular issues. E-mail renting questions to firstname.lastname@example.com, or write to Kelly Klein c/o Star Tribune, 650 3rd Av. S., Minneapolis, MN 55488. Information provided by readers is not confidential.


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M+A Teams Up with Red Cross for Blood Drive
Did you know that 60% of us will need blood at some point in our lives, yet less than 5% of us actually donate? Every minute of every day someone needs blood. Because of this, M+A Architects has been teaming up with the American Red Cross to host Blood Drives at our offices since 2008. Knowing that with every pint we give, we could potentially help up to 3 people is an amazing feeling! We held our latest blood drive last week with much success. We're planning for another one later this year and invite YOU to join us! We'll update our blog and facebook page with the date when we set it up.
Thanks to everyone who made this drive a success! For more information on giving blood, the donation process, or holding a blood drive at your company or organization go to: www.redcrossblood.org
by Doug Clay
Associate, Senior Visualization Manager
As a visualization artist with more than 15 years of architectural detailing experience, Doug efficiently generates renderings for M+A. His favorite vacation spot is The Outer Banks and his favorite animal is the long-eared Jerboa.


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Hot on the heels of our performance at the NIBA, we will be in concert with our friends the Lagan Seahorses Choir. It promises to be a great night of entertainment. Tickets available from the Church (028) 90669372 or via the band or choir. Tickets also on the door.
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Earlier Event: October 18NIBA Championship of Ireland Contest
Later Event: November 22Festival of Brass Contest


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A Guide for parents to social media sites and icons
If you have any concerns about any of the issues raised on this page, please visit www.ceop.police.uk
The Parents' and Carers' Guide to the Internet
'The Parents' and Carers' Guide to the Internet', has been created by CEOP to provide a light hearted and realistic look at what it takes to be a better online parent. The show covers topics such as, talking to your child about the technologies they use and the things they might see. This online guide aims to equip you with the tools to have those tricky conversations with your children and keep your family safe online.
e-Safety Advice
Here is some advice about staying safe online:
The Internet is an exciting place with endless opportunities for fun, games and education. It can also be an extremely dangerous place for teenagers unless it is used properly.
Please take/encourage your children to take the following steps to make sure they are safe online:
- Make sure all laptops and computers are used in a communal area where the screen can be seen by all.
- Ask your child to charge any mobile devices (phones, Ipods, Ipads etc) downstairs and NOT in bedrooms.
Social Networking and On-line Gaming:
- Make sure the privacy settings are set to "friends only" in the "Account settings"
- NEVER include the date of birth, address or school name in the "About me" section
- Children should only add or accept people they know in the real world – NOT friends of friends or people they have met online
- Only post photos that you would be happy to show your gran! Be careful posting photos showing your school badge, the outside of your house/school
- The best tip is to talk to your child and become involved in their online world. Ask questions about what they are doing and who they are talking to
- ONLY accept people you know in the "real world"
- Explain to your child that people lie online and can be mean
- Tell your child never to accept an invitation to move to a chat room with someone they have met while online gaming
For advice and support on how to deal with extremist or radical view, please visit:
Cyber bullying
If your child is subjected to any form of cyber bullying:
- Tell them not to reply
- Keep a record of the abuse for future investigation
- Tell someone in school or report the problem to the police
Be aware of the information that is visible via the webcam – i.e. names on certificates, posters of favourite pop stars
Useful links
Extra information about keeping your child safe online or reporting a problem can be found on the following websites:


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Brother Printer Sales up, Raises Full-Year Forecast for Income and Sales
February 4, 2015 – Brother Industries of Japan has just reported financial results for its latest nine months (April to December 2014), with net sales of 521 billion yen, a 15.4 percent increase over the 452 billion yen it reported for the same period year ago, while net income was 48 billion yen versus the 12 billion yen it reported for the same period a year ago.
For the nine-month period ending in December 2014, net sales for Brother's Printing & Solutions business were 312 billion yen, a 4.4. percent increase versus 284 billion yen Brother reported for the same nine-month period a year ago. Brother's Printing & Solutions business consists of printers, All-in-Ones, fax machines, electronic stationery, typewriters, and scanners.
In its latest fiscal quarter (its third fiscal quarter from October – December 2014) Printing & Solutions' sales were 119 billion yen, versus 104 billion yen a year ago, and versus 97 billion yen for the second quarter (July – September 2014). Total net income for the third quarter was 481 billion yen, a 307.8 percent increase over net income of 118 billion yen for the third quarter a year before. Brother says printer hardware sales were strong in Asia and other regions, but slow in Japan, and that it also benefited from the depreciation of the Japanese yen.
Fiscal Year 2015 Forecast
Brother increased its forecasts for both net income and net sales for its entire fiscal year ending in March 2015. It's now forecasting net income of 53 billion yen, a 178.3 percent increase versus its previous forecast, and net sales of 710 billion yen, a 15.1 percent increase versus its previous forecast.
More Resources
- December 2014: PRINT TRACKER NOW PROVIDES EXPANDED REPORTING FOR BROTHER PRINTERS AND MFPS
- October 2014: BROTHER: BIG MFP/COPIERS ARE NOW THE WATER COOLER FOR EMPLOYEES TO GATHER 'ROUND AND WASTE TIME
- August 2014: NEW BROTHER SMALL-OFFICE LASER PRINTERS AND ALL-IN-ONES FEATURE FASTER PRINT SPEEDS, CLOUD AND MOBILE CONNECTIVITY
- August 2014: TOTAL SALES AND NET INCOME UP AT BROTHER; SALES UP FOR PRINTERS AND ALL-IN-ONES
- July 2014: BROTHER LAUNCHES SEVEN NEW PRINTERS AND ALL-IN-ONES CERTIFIED FOR MOPRIA MOBILE PRINTING
- February 2014: IDC: WORLDWIDE HARDCOPY MARKET CONTINUES GRADUAL RECOVERY; HP AND BROTHER MAKE GAINS
- November 2013: PRINTER, ALL-IN-ONE SALES UP FOR BROTHER IN LAST SIX MONTHS
- October 2013: BROTHER BRINGING 100-PPM HL-S7000DN INKJET PRINTER TO UNITED STATES FOR HIGH-VOLUME OFFICE PRINTING


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I think this image gives an accurate assessment of actions by many voters and volunteers encountered over the years. If you're one of them, perhaps it's time to wake up before the Big Bad Wolf gets you.
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It's Friday evening, September 21, 2018, after 5 PM and once again I've lost the battle in the "Find a Parking Place Roulette" in Area 30 Residential Parking Permit area. For those not familiar with the RPP Ponzi Scheme, it's where the City of Baltimore sells you a permit to park in a designated area…not …


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This blog is filled with lotions, oils, salves, beauty products, personal care products, bath products, cleaning products and just about anything you can make yourself, better and safer for your family. It is my way of making people aware of what is going "on and in" their own bodies, there by becoming healthier. The best thing we can give one another is our loving time. Please remember that with any new essential oil you try, there is a chance of allergies, so test first.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
The Clay Mask is back.
The Basic Mask
Clay masks draw out impurities from the skin and allows your pores to shrink back to normal.
• 2 tablespoons natural clay
• 1 to 2 teaspoons distilled water
• 1 teaspoon light oil, such as olive or almond (for dry skin types only)
Mix together clay and water until you have a smooth paste.
To use: Spread the mixture on clean skin and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes, until dry. Rinse well with warm water followed by cool water and pat your skin dry.
For Women a drop or two of a light Rose essential oil brings back days of old. When women were doted after and always smelled of flowers. Lavender is also a nice choice as is jasmine.
For men who will try it the best addition is a drop or two of bay rum, sandlewood or lime essential oil.
For pimples use a drop or two of tree tree or peppermint. Peppermint is wonderful for killing the cold sore virus also.
For blemishes and dark spots. cut the water by 1/2 teaspoon and add 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
This can be made in bulk and stored in a jar with a tight lid.
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Clay Play with Potter/Archaeologist Dimity Hammon
May 26, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
June 6——9 a.m. –Noon A fun and informational hands-on play-as-you-go exploration of clay–from coil making in the Native American pot making tradition, finger tip pinch pots techniques of ancient civilizations, to the rolling pin slab techniques that can turn into a pitcher. Make it a family day activity. A Lowe House Project artist in residency playshop in Old Town Tubac. All materials and tools provided. Pre-registration by May 30th required. For more information, fees and registration, email Dimity at firstname.lastname@example.com or call 360-318-3820


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Naomi Sims (1948-2009) is without a doubt one of the first African American super models. She was the first African American woman to grace a cover of a major magazine in 1968 with Ladies' Home Journal. At a time of civil unrest in North America proving that black is indeed beautiful. In 1969 Sims went on to cover Life magazine. Retiring in 1973 she decided to pursue new ventures including authoring several books, wig line, and a cosmetic line. Namoi Sims passed away in August 2009 of breast cancer and is survived by her only son Bob Findlay and grand daughter.
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Producer / Music Supervisor, SIREN
A great piece of work is only as good as the combination of its parts.
I am honoured to be part of The British Arrows 2017 who recognise and celebrate those talented people who clearly love their craft and push the boundaries to the betterment of all, helping to realise a collective vision.
Siân Rogers is a music supervisor and producer at SIREN.
Siân got a taste for the music industry, starting her career at XL Recordings / Beggars as a lowly intern before spending 3 years at EMI.
In 2012 Siân joined the SIREN team and quickly fell in love with the process of producing music to picture. She has since worked on advertising campaigns for agencies such as Wieden+Kennedy, Droga5, BBH, adam&eveDDB, AMVBBDO and Ogilvy to name just a few.
Working directly with artists and composers on bespoke compositions as well as synchronisation / licensing Siân has developed a solid reputation, both in the UK and overseas, for expert client and artist management, staying ahead of musical trends and an on-point musical instinct.
As well as a vast array of high-end advertising syncs Siân has also been heavily involved in longer form music supervision including the BAFTA winning Home & producing the original score for Wonderkid, which was recently broadcast on SKY.
Siân is the doting mother of Piglet, the SIREN office canine, and enjoys both cheese & cheese puns in abundance.


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1928 Cinematic Milestone Silent Film is Reimagined with Live Music
1928 Cinematic Milestone Silent Film is Reimagined with Live Music at Soka Performing Arts Center
A free event as part of Soka University's 15th anniversary celebration
Aliso Viejo, CA – The classic silent film "La passion de Jeanne d'Arc" will be resurrected through the compositional talent of George Sarah on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 8 p.m. at Soka Performing Arts Center. This event continues the celebration of Soka University's 15th anniversary with a free event for the public. A ticket is required for entry. Reserve tickets online at PerformingArts.Soka.edu or by calling 949-480-4ART (4278).
Composer George Sarah has written a musical score to accompany this film screening, which will be performed by his string quartet and vocalists. Directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer and starring Renée Jeanne Falconetti as Joan of Arc, "La passion de Jeanne d' Arc" is widely regarded as a landmark of cinema, especially for its production, Dreyer's direction and Falconetti's performance, which is often listed as one of the finest in cinema history.
This 1928 silent French film is based on the actual record of the trial of Joan of Arc. The film traces the time Joan of Arc was held captive in England, depicting her trial and later execution. Renée Jeanne Falconetti, a stage actress, plays Joan in her only major film role. Her performance and dedication to the role during filming is renowned among film scholars. To add to the realistic quality of the film, Dreyer didn't allow the actors to wear makeup and used lighting designs that made the actors look more grotesque. The set was modeled after medieval architecture to convey the realistic construction of the Rouen prison by shooting on a huge concrete set. The film is famous for its cinematography and close-ups. Due to the controversial nature of the film, Dreyer's final cut was edited. For decades the film was only viewed in several re-edited versions. In 1981, however, Dreyer's original final cut was discovered. It has since been re-released.
George Sarah's haunting new score reimagines this classic with a modern urgency. Combining electronic music with strings and sacred chant by members of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, composer Sarah has crafted an unforgettable visual and auditory experience. He has garnered acclaim for his unique compositions of electronic chamber music, which have been featured on numerous television shows such as "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "CSI." Sarah has been a mainstay on the L.A. music scene since 1985. He is a founding member of the electronic, industrial band Stereotaxic Device (1988-1992) and the composer/producer for triphop, drum and bass band THC (1993-1998).


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10 Tools To Run My Business
The following ten tools give me the freedom to run my business from anywhere and any device.
Even if you're incredibly busy and "allergic to technology," I'd encourage you to at least give them a trial!
1. Google Products
We use Google Apps for business, but here are some of the awesome FREE tools from Google you should consider using!
Chrome - A web browser built for speed, simplicity and security.
Drive - Create, share and keep all your stuff in one place.
Docs - Securely create, collaborate and share documents.
Sheets - Securely create, collaborate and share spreadsheets.
Hangouts - Video chats. Create a Hangout on Air to get a public or unlisted YouTube recording.
Alerts - Automated emails when "your name" (or someone else's) is mentioned in the press.
Calendar - Organize your schedule and share events with friends.
Gmail - Fast, searchable email with less spam.
YouTube - Watch, upload and share videos.
2. NameVine.com
Use this website to help create a consistent online presence. Find a domain name with matching social media profiles. If your name is taken—be sure to read this post!
3. Squarespace
Once you've determined your domain,you can put up a cover page and even buy your domain through Squarespace. I do recommend hiring a professional to design your website, but if you're going to build your own website, I'd encourage you to do it on this incredible platform... and nowhere else!
4. Dropbox
Be sure to protect important files in Cloud storage such Google Drive or Dropbox! We use Dropbox to send/receive files as a team and with our collaborators because of how easily it syncs with Mac's operating systems. Click here to install Dropbox on your computer.
5. Buffer
People often ask about Hootsuite. While I think that platform is great for listening (seeing all of your engagement in one place), I prefer Buffer for speaking. I think it's a more user-friendly platform for social media management. Upload, randomize, publish and analyze all your posts in one place.
6. Adobe Creative Cloud
It used to be the the Adobe Creative Suite was an expensive purchase that required yearly updates. Now, Adobe offers a subscription service to always have the latest and greatest tools. Creative Cloud gives you the entire collection—Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and more!
7. MailChimp
There are other options for email marketing—lately I've been flirting with Campaign Monitor and Convert Kit. In terms of the most value, ease-of-use and customer support, MailChimp is by far the #1. Be sure to checkout their new mobile app, Snap. It makes sending email campaigns a... snap!
8. Dashlane
Never forget another password! Dashlane is a secure place to store all of your passwords. Run into a security issue? With one-click, make password changes!
10. Asana
Asana is a great way to break down big goals or collaborate on team projects. Assign responsibilities, deadlines and get updates without email! As a team, we have templates of step-by-step checklists to maintain quality control. We also use Asana to brainstorm ideas and assign personal reminders/tasks.


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The latest research from Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) suggests 2016 will be the year of the traveler, as companies embrace new technologies and ways of working to improve traveler satisfaction.
The CWT Trends* website combines a survey of over 1,000 travel managers across the world, white papers, client case studies and additional CWT research to give travel managers a comprehensive look at the year ahead. The report's interactive microsite allows them to read about key market developments and further investigate the topics that will affect their programs.
Commenting on the study, David Moran, executive vice president, CWT, said: "Travel managers have told us loud and clear that the traveler experience will play a major role in the 2016 travel program. Whether it's proactive destination information, help in an emergency, multichannel access or personalized services – everything is designed to provide travelers with a seamless experience at every stage of a trip."
Research highlights:
- Safety and security will be high on the agenda in 2016. Overall, 80 percent of those surveyed expect it to have a high or very high impact on their programs;
- 63 percent of travel managers expect mobile and wearable technology to have a big impact on their travel program next year; and
- Travel managers are looking for more data on traveler behavior and program performance: 58 percent said they expect having more data to consolidate will impact their program.
Other trends identified as key to traveler experience include the sharing economy, virtual payment and big data.
Moran concluded: "As companies look at how to make travelers' lives easier, the role of the travel management company is evolving – from travel bookers to trusted advisors who provide real insights. While new technology will play a part, the human touch is important too, as counselors suggest proactive solutions and advice on a host of topics. CWT is in the ideal position to provide the best of both."


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Psychology is a hell of a drug. A quick google search about working through the stages of emotions following a breakup yields many results that are rooted in psychological theory (and a few others on yahoo answers that are just down right bizarre). One topic that is frequently discussed, in regards to how the brain deals with a breakup (aka – grief), is about how thoughts become disorganized, and how making sense of one's own world at this time is practically impossible. Think of it this way, your brain is traveling along with you, living a life that seems normal and comfortable, when a huge gust of wind blows through and disrupts your memories and thoughts. People in this state become forgetful, become clumsy, and have their thoughts interrupted by intrusions of memories being replayed. That last one sure explains a lot, right? Explains why you no longer seem to have control over your own thoughts; why you suddenly remember things that happened with your ex years ago – things you've not thought of since they occurred. There is nothing about a breakup that is easy, Lord knows, but having your mind work against you, and basically give you the finger, is the icing on top of the stalest cupcake of all time.
This is pretty much where I am at this point in time: my thoughts are all over the place. One minute I'm doing just fine, working on a project at work, and the next I'm flashing back to a few years ago when my ex and I were giggling and playing airplane on his bed. I shake my head to get rid of the memory and go back to my work, and a few minutes later I'm wondering if he's really only being seeing someone for a few weeks, or if it has been longer. I should text him and ask him, because I can't possibly sit with this. How could he possibly wrong me in this way? Seeing someone for months and not telling me. Then, I manage to stop myself, remind myself that it doesn't matter what he's doing or who he's doing it with (literally and figuratively), things are done and over with between us and he's made his choice. Before long, I'm channelling my inner Blair Waldorf (yes, I know I'm too old to love 'Gossip Girl', and I don't care), and thinking about how he's an idiot for not wanting me, because I'm awesome. Then, I'm back to giving half of my thoughts to my work, but a few seconds later I'm thinking about how he held my hand on our second date. WHY? Disorganized thinking.
Kudos to me, I suppose, as at least I'm working through it without reaching out to him to cry and beg. I've managed to keep at least a shred of my dignity this time around, so I suppose that my inner Blair is winning the war here. Blair Waldorf. Gossip Girl. New York City. Did I tell you about how he grabbed my face and kissed me last year when we were in New York? It was the last time he kissed me like he meant it. See how easy it happens? It's relentless and exhausting. It doesn't help matters that I'm an anxious gal by nature, and I'm an overthinker (with one of the richest inner lives of anyone I know). I want to skip to the acceptance part where I feel peaceful. Is there a quicker way to get there? If anyone has an idea, I'm open to it (I'm begging for it)!


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Maximizing Your Smile With Teeth Whitening Tips (2)
Maximizing Your Smile Along With Teeth Lightening Tips
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Having a vivid, white smile is actually something that many individuals wish. A considerable amount of individuals are going to go to their dentist to have their teeth lightened, yet that is certainly not the only choice on the market. We possess numerous suggestions to aid you acquire the white teeth that you have actually consistently hoped for.
Mix lemon extract along with salt as well as administer that to your teeth. Permit this to rest for 5-10 moments prior to washing your mouth out. It could likewise be actually a good idea to clean after you are actually ended up to take out all the remains off your teeth. This combination is a home remedy that lots of people state will definitely cause a whiter smile.
Usage orange peels combined with tooth paste to whiten your pearly whites! Given that orange peels contain acid as well as Vitamin C, this will certainly assist whiten your teeth. This likewise contains antiseptic residential or commercial properties that are good for washing your oral cavity. Grind up orange peelings as well as combined with your tooth paste, at that point comb your teeth.
Consuming bunches of water and also lowering sugar intake could aid your teeth end up being healthier, as well as consequently whiter. If you brush your pearly whites usually as well as floss, as well as stay clear of factors that discolor pearly whites like cigarettes and also coffee, you ought to have a lot whiter pearly whites. Usage lightening bits if you desire results quickly.
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Do not use items along with fluoride in them like consuming water or even toothpaste. Fluoride is understood to cause blemishes on your teeth as well as it must be actually stayed away from whatsoever prices if you are actually aiming to maintain your teeth white colored. Inspect the tags on your tooth paste prior to you get that to earn certain this doesn't possess fluoride.
A crucial step in avoiding teeth discoloration is actually to not attack your nails. Biting your finger nails causes harm to the polish from your teeth creating all of them much more susceptible to staining.
Get a tooth brightening product which contains around 15% from the lightening agent. Inadequate of the bleaching chemicals and also the item will certainly be actually useless. Way too much, and also your oral cavity may come to be aggravated due to the violence of the chemical. Check out a mid-range product; if you endure it properly and also you aren't acquiring good end results, then transfer to a greater focus.
An all-natural manner in which has actually been confirmed to assist whiten pearly whites is actually to make use of a blend of one-half baking soda and fifty percent salt. You may administer that to your toothbrush as well as clean your teeth the way you will if you were utilizing routine tooth paste. Be sure you carry out certainly not eat.
Peroxide is just one of the absolute most popular natural remedy for bleaching pearly whites. To make use of peroxide, comb your teeth like usual, and then swish with peroxide later. An additional method to use peroxide is to dip a cotton sphere in the peroxide and also scrub that on your pearly whites. You must view cause a pair weeks.
As you can easily see, there are lots of accessible options that will certainly receive you the beautiful, white smile that you intend. Follow our beneficial tips to uncover how magnificently white colored your teeth may be. Your buddies are going to be actually inquiring you just how your pearly whites obtained thus white colored and also you can share your tips.


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The Vaquita Porpoise
Column Background: This article is the first installment of a new series titled Unsung Animalia. The idea of this series is to take a deeper look into the creatures of our world that are either unappreciated or vastly unknown. To build upon this, the goal of this series is to leaveRead More


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The Witches Hat
When this cloud floated by the little Boo stood up and exclaimed 'oh look mummy there goes a witches hat - do you think she knows she has lost it?'
Don't you just love the quirkiness and imagination of little ones?
I used to get lost amongst the clouds, just sitting and staring at them for hours on end, making all kinds of shapes up in my imagination.
It's great to be reminded - when you least expect it - in a moment of peace and tranquility, that the silliest of things can spark off a memory and a child's explanation can bring a smile to your face.
For feeling thankful on this beautiful Thursday - have a wonderful day.
What do you see?
:: picture taken at the top of Malvern, Worcestershire - August 2011
:: picture taken at the top of Malvern, Worcestershire - August 2011


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Sales Agent - MetLife Auto & Home
MetLife Auto & Home
Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet
Position Description / Responsibilities
Sales Agent
We're searching for entrepreneurial minded professionals who are interested in an insurance sales career that offers unlimited income potential. Whether you're an established Producer, Agent, or someone taking a new career path, we can help you achieve lasting success.
Role Value Proposition:
Our Sales Representatives are outside insurance sales agents who provide Personal and Commercial lines Property & Casualty policies, as well as Life Insurance policies, to their communities. Our agents establish, maintain, and enhance client relationships by offering full-service insurance coverage, including MetLife Auto & Home's Grand Protect® product. As a Sales Agent you will have access to our unique agent employment model which offers many career advantages, including:
• MetLife Auto & Home® Sales Representatives are W2 employees who are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package including a variety of insurance plans, 401k and pension plans, as well as generous paid time off.
• Ability to meet customer needs with a range of insurance products available through our Agency which works with more than 25 additional carriers.
• Ability to earn reimbursement funds for approved expenses – this includes funding for additional staff (Personal Marketing Assistant).
• The autonomy to run an office in your local community and build your business with the support of our proven model.
Position Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
• Act as an outside insurance sales agent writing property, casualty, commercial lines, life, and other insurance products.
• Open an office and create your agent brand in the community while you build your book of business.
• Grow and maintain your business through product sales, cross-sales, referrals, your circle of influence, and renewals.
• Provide post-sale customer service and resolve escalated service issues.
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, insurance or business ownership.
• Strong desire to work independently.
• A true "hunter and closer" mentality.
• Possess or be willing to obtain state property and casualty insurance license prior to start date.
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I am running out of words, and I've not much time.
The little I have - I will pen down in electronic ink running on paper, to remember, or maybe forget - that I have had just the best year yet.
Traveling to New York, Japan, and most everywhere else. Studying in Oxford and regaining a confidence I had once lost to an overpowering industry that spoils you rotten, and then turns you into gold. Falling in love seven times over, harder and harder, and still wanting more - with whoever is to blame, he's always been the same. Relinquishing myself. Redeeming myself. Reinventing myself. But not just for myself.
2016 was a year of hardships and endeavours - it was a year when dreams were yielded in ambition, perseverance, and hard work, to become reality. It has sought after, and found with an invigorating tag of invite, most everything I loved and long for. It has catapulted me into the clouds whilst, without a shadow of a doubt, tying my feet firmly to the unforgiving ground.
I see the celebration in its depart, with bitterness in a lot of people's hearts. But hear me out - death comes without any hesitation to whomever he pleases, whenever, however. Wars are constantly fought, needing no validation. Famine is inevitable as long as there is greed. Pain will come, and sometimes it engulfs us and turns into our defeat.
There is absolutely nothing, and everything wrong. There are things that offer no explanation, but hasn't it always been like that? When did we ever gain the gall to demand life for clarification? When was it ever simple? Never - or at least, not in recent memory. But that's okay. Pain is often held into light with a gush of mixed ridicule, grudge, and an eerie sense of accusation for being unnecessary, when really, it should be given credit for all that we know about defiance.
So become defiant. This is not about clean slates. This is not about untarnished new days to come that offer 'more' than what have been before. It will be the same, dragging days that comprise nothing but ticking hours, faithless junctures and the only constant - you. So become defiant. Take a sad song and make it better. Or render a new one just as bad and learn the lesson twice, until it's been made better. What I hate about New Year's is how it's actually April-fooling us into thinking that a strike in the clock marks an end and a beginning. It does not, not necessarily. Not unless you want it. And bad. And with a plan, and then, an execution.
I am running, running with scissors.
Running out of words but overflowing in love, joy, and gratitude, for the year that was, and the year that will be.
Running until I lose my breath to grow in defiance.
Running until I can jump, leap, fly, sprint - some more.
Running until I have outrun myself.
Running, as you should, too.
Happy New Year. Fill it with love, if not anything else.


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November 19, 2008
Makeup Artist Hunting~
Yes, you heard me right. Why have I got a personal makeup artist? Oh fine. I'll spill the beans. After the jump.
Because I'm getting married, that's why! =D
While my wedding is still some (many) months away, I've been doing some hunting for a good makeup artist. A mighty important person, if you ask me. After all, she's the one who's going to help me slap on the war paint for what is set to be one of the most important days of my life.
Some people say, "All brides look lovely". Yes, I agree. But I personally feel that good makeup enhances her beauty even more. You definitely don't want panda eyes, or blush streaks on your wedding day, no?
I found Sharon through a friend who also engaged her for her own wedding. And boy did my friend look absolutely gorgeous. For day, she looked au naturel and literally glowing, and for night she looked simply stunning.
So when I popped by Sharon's office at the Wedding Isle the other day to say hi, I couldn't help but pause and whip out my camera for a few shots.
I haven't had a chance for a makeover with her yet. That's to be sometime later, next year (and yes, I promise you girls a post on that). But I did manage to ask her what are some of the products she uses on her brides (mainly Estee Lauder, Bobbi Brown and MAC) and why.
Foundation: Bobbi Brown and Kose. Bobbi Brown for those with good skin who need little coverage, and Kose for those who need a little more coverage. Kose works really well for Asian skin.
Blush: Bobbi Brown. It applies very well, and is easier to work with than even some other high end brands. It also blends into the skin, instead of just sitting on it.
Eyeshadow: It's hard to really play with colours for brides as they generally want a classic, timeless look which will still look good 10 years from now. So what better than neutrals and natural shades? And who better at this than Bobbi?
Eyeliner: For a bride, you'll need a liner that applies well, and stays put! It has to last through all the tearing and (possible) crying, and still not budge or smudge. I've tried so many liners in the market and the best by far is a low-end eyeliner from India. It beats all the high-end liners hands down. What's important is that it works.
Mascara: Japanese mascaras are the best for Asian lashes. Fasio is my personal favourite.
That's about all the products I managed to ask her on, as I was too busy oohing and aahing over her tools of the trade.
Can't wait for my makeover! =D
12 comments:
- beetrice said...
hehe...i cannot wait for the makeover pics - if what she does to your lashes is anything like what happened at stage, you'll slay them girl! :)
- 19 November 2008 at 10:54
- MisSmall said...
Congratulations, gal! Can't wait to see the makeover pictures. (Why do I get so excited over other's wedding planning when I'm too lazy to plan my own. Hmm.)
- 19 November 2008 at 12:50
- Tine said...
Congratulations! Show the makeover pics yeah?
I'm with MisSmall; I'm more interested in other people's weddings than my own :P
- 19 November 2008 at 13:01
- ParisB said...
Congratulations!!! Again ;) You already look amazing IRL you're going to be gorgeous on the day. Hope it all goes well! :D
- 19 November 2008 at 14:22
Congrats gal!!
In spite of kahani goin on bout how hot she is & how irresistible 2 other guys bla bla bla.... you're the one getting married! I'm so happy for you!!
- 19 November 2008 at 15:22
- Syen said...
Hehe, thanks for the all the well-wishes and congrats, ladies!!! =D
You'll definitely get to see the makeover pics, when I get there. LOL.
Bee: LOL, you still can't let go of 'em lashes the other day huh? *giggles*
But seriously, I think you girls are much better when it comes to application than me. *blushes*
MisSmall: Tee hee hee. Perhaps we could compare notes? =P
Tine: Hahaha... But I think I might know why. ALL THE PLANNING!! 0_o LOL.
Paris: Aww... thanks dearie. I hope so too. =P
Anon: Thanks! But on Kahani.. aww, she's a great, great girl actually and a very good friend. And she IS hot! We're both in slightly different circumstances, so it's not a fair comparison.
- 19 November 2008 at 18:33
- kahani said...
Thanks to everyone for being so excited over my bestie's wedding! =)
Syen: Aww.. thanks
Anon: I had no idea my amusing anecdotes were grating on your nerves so much. I'll try and tone it down a bit - really only meant to amuse and entertain. But y'know not all of us meet Mr Right that quickly. We have to get through a fair share of Mr Wrongs. Great for Syen that her Mr Right popped up early on. ;) Now why not introduce yourself?
- 19 November 2008 at 19:20
Oh, that was mean of you Anon, whoever you are :(
kahani is a lovely girl, plus she does super FOTDs! You totally rocked the red lip look in your previous post gal :)
Btw CONGRATULATIONS to you, Syen! :D And yes, I can totally understand why you went ga-ga over Sharon's makeup kit! LOL
- 19 November 2008 at 21:13
- Syen said...
YZ: Thank you dear! =D *giggles* No wonder why at all, huh?
- 19 November 2008 at 23:39
- yl said...
and whats this awesome cheap indian eyeliner she uses? please share after your makeover :)
- 20 November 2008 at 02:04
- kahani said...
YZ: Aww... thanks so much dear. That does help.=)
YL: yes! I second you...Oi, Syen what's the liner?
- 20 November 2008 at 12:12
- Syen said...
YL and Kahani: On the liner. Erm.. it's a no-brand liquid liner that she gets from India with some help from her model friends.
She was a little shy about letting on on the liner. So I'm sorry. There's no name for me to tell you. I'll try looking it up again when I meet her next. =P
- 20 November 2008 at 16:01


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Shift Supervisor
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Mitchell, South Dakota
Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural based manufacturing company based in Redwood Falls, MN. FUI is a premier provider of specialized products, providing superior value and services to our members and customers. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Pet Care Systems, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. FUI currently manufactures in 8 facilities in a three state area, including: Redwood Falls, Long Prairie, Waite Park and Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; Mitchell, South Dakota and Estherville, Iowa. For more information, visit fuillc.com.
Job Title: Shift Supervisor
Location: Mitchell, SD
Reports To: Plant Superintendent
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All areas of accountability to be delivered in a manner that aligns with the values and business strategy of Farmers Union Industries.
- Safety & Quality Compliance
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- Oversee plant production during assigned shift including the receiving, dry-batch, dicing/shredding, meat loading, blending, chub production, canning, can packaging, sanitation and warehouse
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- Develop a strong knowledge of plant equipment, operating procedures and best practices, and operator basic care requirements
- Assist in the selection of new hires for operational positions
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- Associates degree, preferred
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Two years have passed since Midgar, Shinra's dark city of Mako, was destroyed. As the survivors begin to pick up the pieces of their lives and shoulder the burden of reconstruction, a mysterious and unstoppable illness called Geostigma begins to afflict the population. And so Cloud Strife, who leads a life of solitude, must step forward once again to confront the demons of his past, the menace of the present, and once again fight for the future of the planet.
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Yesterday, while my kids were pegging Legos at each others heads, giggling wildly and shrieking (I mean, ear piercing shrieks) I found myself wondering why their behavior has gone downhill so fast this week. And just as I started to raise my voice for another stern "If I have to tell you boys one more time to calm down you are both going in time out" a stark realization hit me like a ton of bricks. Or, at least a handful of Legos to the forehead: My kids aren't misbehaving, I'm the one with the attitude problem.
So I immediately put myself in time out.
As the hysterical giggling continued, I sat in the other room and took a few breaths. It's 6 pm and I'm tired. No, tired isn't the word. EXHAUSTED.
But not that burnt-out-stressed-out-might-explode exhausted. Just a good, physically exhausted. Like a 3 year old slouched over drooling on the straps of their car seat 2 minutes into the car ride home after an exceptionally fun day at the playground.
Currently, I'm on top of the world with my running, hitting 11 days in a row of my marathon training, to a tee. No missed workouts. Even my cross training days have been awesome. That's got to be a record of some sort (for me). And what's more, I've seemed to have cured that "must-race-everything-I-possibly-can" fever, as I find myself turning down local 5k's, turkey trots, and local half marathons that friends are racing. I turn them down because they interfere with weekend long runs. I turn them down because I want a GOOD, solid marathon, and I want it bad. No local 5k age group/overall trophy or medal seems to even come close to measuring up to how bad I want this marathon.
I've decided true marathon training is like being in a committed relationship. You can SAY you want it, you can go through some of the motions, but at the end of the day you either have to give 100% or get out. You're either ready , or you aren't. I haven't been until now. 4 full marathons and having never (not once) hit over 100 miles in a month will prove that I've always been less than faithful to the distance. But now that I'm putting everything I have into this training, I'm learning a lot about myself. I'm learning to really question my reasoning, question my emotions, take a look outside of my immediate self and focus on the bigger picture. Sure, this applies towards the whole "man my bed is SO warm and comfy, do I really want to get up at 5:00 am?" predicament, but it goes far beyond that.
Probably over a year ago, someone left a comment on one of my blog posts saying something along the lines of the whole "Running makes me a better mother" statement was just a cop-out by all of us moms who are trying to justify all of our running. And that running makes us better at many things but mothering our children is just not one of them. Mind you this comment came from a running mother at that. That comment has stuck with me for this long. I didn't believe it back then , and I certainly don't agree with it now. My life lessons in running carry over into my parenting, and my life lessons in parenting carry over to running.
As I sat there in my time out I realized that patience may just be the most important lesson I take from this marathon training.
Patience to realize that the goal I want to achieve will not happen over night.
Patience to realize that while 9:42/mile (the pace that runner's world smart coach keeps hounding me with) seems painfully slow right now, it will pay off to keep my pace in check.
Patience to realize that one day I will be able to race five-5k's in a row if that's what I want, but right now I want the marathon, so the 5k's must wait.
Patience to realize that despite the fact that this goal means so much to me, my children did not choose this. On any given day, they'd choose the excited, energetic (not post tempo-run-tired) mom to chase them around the house in a game of tag, and not get frustrated at them for doing things that toddler and preschool aged boys are supposed to do….like build an intricate tower of blocks only to barrel across the room at top speed (and top of their lungs) sending the tower into a crashing heap of disaster on the living room floor. Am I frustrated with them, or am I just tired? I'm just tired. They are just babies. Deep breath, relax, and give them everything they deserve out of their mama.
Nothing good and worth striving to be your best for ever comes easy. Be it a marathon, school, a relationship, or motherhood. There are ups and there are downs, but even the worst of days are a blessing in disguise.
I took myself out of time out, and joined the boys for an exciting game of monster truck versus dinosaur, a fun picnic dinner in the living room, a few books, and a thrilling episode of Go-Diego-Go. These are the moments I will always treasure.
See? Running just made me a better mom. Again. Or being a mom just made me a better runner. Again. I'm not sure it matters which came first, all I know is that I am so thankful to be a running mom. I wouldn't trade it for the world.
And speaking of running moms…here are two more you need to check out.
1) My very first college roommate Sarah. Mother of two, just started running this summer, has caught the bug and signed up for her 3rd race already! She JUST started blogging yesterday, so go over and say hi! (just don't ask her to tell you any stories about freshman year. I will deny EVERYTHING!) http://www.sarah-goingthedistance.blogspot.com/
2)UL-TARA my crazy 100 mile running mama is having a headsweats hat giveaway on her blog! Stop by and enter! http://mommysarunner.blogspot.com/2010/11/give-away.html


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Finally, after several months, our Editor has completed his work. Now we're making the final revisions and will go through the book 3 more times to make sure everything is how it should be.
We're not expecting a release this year, but mostly likely in the first few months of 2016. Cooper is trying to outdo himself when it comes to the quality of his illustrations, while I (Chris) am jumping back and forth between the RPG game and the book.
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The LGBT rights movement has made unprecedented ground in recent years.
Using data from 1,400 brands, research firm YouGov BrandIndex analysed which companies are best-perceived by LGBT Americans.
Here are the top 10 brands for 2015, according to YouGov BrandIndex:
10. Panera Bread
The bakery-chain supported the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force's radical "Creating Change" conference in Kansas City, Missouri in 2006, according to Americans for Truth.
PBS regularly features point of view documentaries exploring and celebrating LGBT culture. The company recently partnered with Logo, a channel focused on LGBT people, to air a new series devoted primarily to LGBT culture, according to Variety.
8. Google
Google promotes and encourages diversity within the company. The company has a group called the "Gayglers" for their employees to celebrate LGBT rights, lead and organise events, and network within the Google community.
7. Subway
Subway is very open about their willingness to enrich cultural diversity within the workplace. According to its YouGov BrandIndex ranking, members of the LGBT community acknowledge that willingness.
HBO aired the comedy-drama series "Looking", which focused on a group of gay friends, for two seasons. Although it was recently cancelled, the show was a huge step for mainstream television accepting LGBT culture.
5. Samsung
Samsung recently signed a petition calling for gay rights in Texas, according to the Texas Observer.
4. Netflix
Netflix regularly features the latest LGBT films and television shows on its streaming site.
3. iPhone
Thanks to a variety of LGBT-focused apps, the iPhone is favoured among this group, according to its ranking.
2. Apple
Apple's CEO Tim Cook publicly confirmed that he is gay in 2014, making him the first openly gay CEO on the Fortune 500 list. He actively supports different gay rights campaigns.
1. Amazon.com
The founder of Amazon Jeff Bezos pledged $US2.5 million to support same-sex marriage in 2012, which made him the largest financial supporter of gay marriage rights in the country at the time. The Human Rights Campaign gave the company a score of 90 out of a possible 100 points.
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