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I'm a big believer in going on vacation, and exploring new places at least twice a year. (Or more!) It's good to take a break from the grind and enjoy all the beautiful things to see and do in different parts of the country and the world. You come back refreshed, and you'll likely have plenty of cool pictures and stories to tell about your trip!
I recently got back from a trip to Southern California, where I visited one of my best friends. Perfect weather, 80's and sunny. It was cloudy one day, but the temperature was still warm!
My best friend Fane and I are both big animal lovers, and she suggested going on the caravan tour at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This was by far one of the coolest experiences I have ever had at a zoo in my entire life! In the Safari Park, there are acres and acres of land that mimic Africa. In it, there are so many animals roaming free like rhinos and giraffes. On the caravan tour, you ride right through it and animals walk right up to you! I was amazed at how close giraffes got to the caravan. We even got to feed them! It costs extra to go on the caravan tour, but so worth it!
There were so many highlights on this trip. The caravan tour at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park was definitely one of them. We also went to Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, and La Jolla in San Diego. All of these spots were beautiful.
The dolphin watch out of Newport harbor was also another highlight We rode on a boat about 6 miles out into the ocean, and saw a big group of dolphins! Cool experience.


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Hotel DeBrett
Hotel DeBrett offers a truly boutique small hotel experience in the heart of Auckland City. Settled in Auckland CBD, Hotel DeBrett links two unique precincts – High Street's hip fashion and Shortland Street's tailored commerce.
The hotel is a vibrant boutique hotel experience in the heart of Auckland City's fashion district. Located in an iconic building which has been stylishly reinterpreted into a 25-room boutique hotel. Every room is individually designed and complimented with eclectic furniture, New Zealand art and photography.
The famous restaurant & House Bar has been restored as Auckland's premier meeting place. A private drawing room has been created for exclusive use by hotel guests – while a glass roofed atrium and courtyard form the central focal point for guests, diners and locals to mingle.

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Fresh & Fun: Local Farmers Markets
There is nothing we love more than the smell of fresh flowers and the hustle and bustle of a Farmers Market. Pour a coffee, pack up the kids, and head over to one of our favorite area Farmers Markets for a fun morning activity. You never know what you might find!
**Remember, most vendors only accept cash, so don't forget to bring some small bills along.
**Most Farmers Markets do not allow pets due to Health Code Regulations, so leave Scruffy at home for this one.
Downtown West Bend
Saturdays: 7:30am – 11:00 am
May 19 – October 22
215 N Main Street
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Voted 1 of the top 10 in the world by Vogue magazine in 2014!
This Farmers Market is a personal favorite, and with over 150 vendors it is the largest in the area. There is something for everyone with a variety of produce, dairy, meat, spices, and herb vendors. There are multiple areas with live music, and since Main Street closes down for this event, we have found it to be very stroller friendly! We love to stop by for fresh flowers on Saturday mornings. It is definitely worth the Saturday morning drive out to West Bend!
*Tip- arrive early. This market takes us at least 45 minutes to walk through.
Downtown Fond du Lac Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8am – Noon
May – October
Wednesday Markets return June 6
137 S Main St
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
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Hartford Farmers Market
Saturdays: 7am – Noon
May 19 – October 27
147 N Rural St (Parking Lot of the Hartford Rec Center)
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This is one of the longest running Farmers Markets since it is open early May through October. It's a great place to visit on a crisp fall day when the other markets have closed down for the season.
Hartford Wednesday Night Market
Wednesdays: 4:30pm – 7:30pm
June 6- September 26
Jack Russell Memorial Library
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The Farmer's Market changes with the season, stop by frequently to check out the seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, herbs and plants, eggs, honey, Wisconsin cheeses, locally raised meats, hand-made crafts and so much more!
Thiensville Village Market
Tuesdays: 9:00am – 3:00pm
June 13 – October 24
Village Park 250 Elm Street
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Another favorite, this market is FUN because it's in the park! Live music and a nice variety of food and products with 46 different vendors. Take a stroll down by the river when you're done, or sit down and enjoy your coffee while the kids have fun climbing on the nearby jungle gym.
Germantown Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8am – Noon
May 5 – October 27
N112 W17001 Mequon Road (Parking lot of Village Hall)
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This market is on the smaller side, but with a convenient location right off of Mequon road, it's great for a quick stop during Saturday morning errands.
Menomonee Falls Farmers Market
Wednesdays: 9:00am – 2:00pm
May – October
Mill Street Parking Lot on Mill Street behind AJ O'Brady's Irish Pub
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Menomonee Falls Downtown is delighted to host a Farmers Market to foster the sale of Wisconsin-grown farm products and locally produced products. Vendors offer a variety of produce, home-made bakery, flowers, garden plants, specialty items, and unique arts and crafts.
Sussex Farmers Market
Sundays: 9:30am-1pm
June – September
Sussex Civic Center Campus, N64W23760 Main St. Sussex, WI 53089
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This market was new in 2015, so it's a bit on the smaller side, but there is a good variety of vendors.
Grafton Farmers Market (And Storytime!)
Thursdays: 10am – 6pm
TBD (Please contact us if you have dates)
1950 Washington St (Parking Lot of Grafton HS)
Make an afternoon out of this market! The market offers $5.00 meals (Brat/Hamburger/Pulled Pork, Chips & Water/Soda) and an outdoor storytime for the kids at 1:30pm.
Cedarburg Farmers Market
Wednesdays: 3pm – 7pm
June 21 – October 25
Firemen's Park, W65 N796 Washington Avenue
(No Market July 5 or August 2)
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This market gives us a great excuse to visit our favorite little town – Cedarburg. Stop by Wayne's Drive-In on your way out for some old fashioned burgers and fries!
Port Washington Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8am – 12:30pm
Starting June 2
Port Washington Main Street
Fresh produce, plants, foods, sundries, art and various forms of live entertainment are showcased each week on Main Street in the historic downtown. Visit with friends, enjoy tasty samples, sip your coffee, walk your pet and stock your kitchen with a variety items brought to you by area farms and vendors. See you downtown at the market!
Oshkosh Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8am – 12:30pm
Starting June 2
400 & 500 Blocks of N Main St
& 100 Block of Church Ave
With approximately 130 vendors per week (downtown/outdoor/summer), 15 vendors per week (mid-week) and 25 vendors per week (indoor/winter), live music, and themed events, there's sure to be something for everyone! Stop on down (almost) all year-round (no markets in May) and check out what local area vendors have to offer!
Appleton Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8am – 12:30pm
June through October
College Avenue from Appleton Street
to Drew Street plus Houdini Plaza
Experience the area's largest Farm Market with more than 150 vendors selling fresh fruits & vegetables, exotic meats & cheeses, breads & baked goods, specialty food & handcrafted items along with live music.
Plus weekly special features in Houdini Plaza with music and food vendors.
Know of any other area Farmers Markets? Let us know below!


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Dream Bathroom by Edmonton Interior Design photographer Emilie Iggiotti
Hello friends! I hope this Tuesday finds you well. A few months ago, my dear Justine asked me to come photograph her dream bathroom in Edmonton. After photographing her dream master bedroom (yes, her house is an actual dream!), and because I love photographing interior design so much, I couldn't say no to her. So, here I am on a Sunday afternoon, taking photos of that gorgeous space, and dreaming of my own perfect bathroom.
I must say, when I moved to Canada, I was a bit disappointed by the bathrooms I have seen here. Haha! No kidding… small spaces, boring decoration, outdated equipment, unpractical showers, etc… I felt like the Canadians were not interested in spending time in the bathroom. But I feel a change now. The modern houses now have luxurious and gorgeous bathrooms, with a huge shower, a bath, two sinks, etc. People spend money on decoration, beautiful tiles, and pretty bathroom fixtures. It's refreshing and I love it.
So, let me introduce you to this dream bathroom in Edmonton, in case you need some inspiration for your own bathroom renovation! And be sure to take a look at Justine's blog for more renovation ideas.
These photos were featured on Apartment Therapy too. And of course, Justine blogged about the washroom here.
Every detail in that bathroom is picked perfectly, and styled with so much love. Right?! I love the plants, the frames, the mirrors, the tiles… everything is coming up together so well. We almost want to live in that bathroom. Well, I do!! I could spend hours there, in a bath, in the shower, or just sitting on the floor playing with my cats. Because for some reason, my cats love sleeping on my bathroom floor. Weird right? Haha so I am sure they would appreciate such a gorgeous space!
The team:
Blog: With Justine
Photographer: Emilie Iggiotti
Okay - can we please all just talk about that bathtub?! I really need this entire bathroom in my life! The pictures that you took in here are so gorgeous!
Omg Emilie, you sure did that bathroom justice with your photos. Makes me want to live in there too. Your friend Justine should start a business renting out her bathroom bahaha
I could spend sometime in that bathroom. Beautiful. And the photos capture the interior design and feel so well.
OMG..This bathroom is beyond gorgeous and you photographed it beautifully. Now I"ll be dreaming of a new bathroom. ??


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Chicken pieces
2-3 Tbsp Canola Oil
1 Tbsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1-2 Tbsp Fresh Herbs (I used dried rosemary and thyme again)
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Chop up herbs, then mix herbs, salt, pepper, and canola oil.
Stars: 4 to 5. The whole chicken had a little more flavor, and was a bit more juicy. This cut up chicken was a smidgen less juicy and didn't have quite so many notes of flavor, but was able to crisp up even MORE of that incredible, flavorful skin. So it's a trade off, and probably depends a bit on what you value more. For me, it's the tasty tasty skin, which means that this version gets 5 stars. If you're being a bit more healthy than myself and are forgoing most of the skin, you'll probably like the original a bit more.


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TAF has applied to the Accra High Court, praying the court to restrain the PURC from approving new rates without providing clear guidelines on how the rates are calculated.
Speaking on Accra-based Radio Gold Monday morning, Public Relations Officer of the PURC, Nana Yaa Gyantua said the commission was incapacitated at arriving at a decision whether or not to publish the new tariffs due to the lawsuit.
This, she said has made it difficult for the commission to state exactly when the new tariffs would be announced.
According to her, the PURC has concluded the consultation processes and was looking forward to interrogating the figures and proposals brought to it by the various utility service providers to ensure fairness at the end of the day.
'The commission is currently incapacitated because we have been taken to court. We need to get a conclusion from the court before we can push. Once somebody has taken you to court on tariffs, you cannot publish any tariffs for now. We need to let people understand what is going to happen, you just can't stand up and increase tariffs,' she said.
She further indicated that although stakeholders have agreed to the need to increase tariffs, one major thing that arose during the consultation process was the need for the service providers, especially the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to provide quality service.
Nana Yaa Gyantua's clarification on how soon the PURC was going to announce the new tariffs was in response to the Volta River Authority's (VRA) calls for the PURC to approve its proposal for the new tariffs.
Speaking on the same platform, VRA's Head of Corporate Communications, Mr Samuel Fletcher stressed that 'the VRA needs the tariff adjustments badly.'
Justifying the VRA's calls for 128 per cent increase in tariffs, Mr Fletcher explained that the destruction of the West African Gas Pipeline had caused the authority to spend about 98 per cent of its power sales on crude oil, rendering it 'broke'.
He also cited the depreciation of the cedi to the dollar and other cost that the Authority bore on maintenance as reasons why the PURC needed to approve its proposal.
Reacting, Nana Yaa Gyantua rubbished the VRA's justification noting that the reasons being given by the VRA for the 128 per cent increase in tariffs were not strong enough.
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According to The Economist's, Australia and Canada is home to the world's most liveable cities.
For the seventh straight year the Victorian capital has been named The Economist's world's most liveable city. Known for its coffee culture and laneway artwork, Melbourne got the gong on Wednesday, with perfect scores for healthcare, education and infrastructure.
"This is a win for all Victorians, who contribute so much to making Melbourne the best place to live in the world, " Premier Daniel Andrews said.
The top 10 cities remain unchanged from 2016 with Vienna and Vancouver rounding out the top three, Toronto in fourth, followed by Adelaide and Calgary in equal fifth.
Perth claimed seventh spot, with Auckland in eighth ahead of Helsinki and Hamburg.
Sydney spent a second year in 11th place, dropping from seventh in 2015 with The Economist blaming blaming terror concerns for the shift.
But it's transport, not terror, that Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore says is hindering the city's ranking.
"On global scales for cities, Sydney performs strongly on most factors but we've been sliding down the scale over the past few years and the significant gap is transport," she said.
"We just can't get people in and out of the city in a timely, predictable manner."
1. Melbourne – 97.5 out of 100
2. Vienna – 97.4
3. Vancouver – 97.3
4. Toronto – 97.2
5. Adelaide/ Calgary – 96.6
7. Perth – 95.9
8. Auckland – 95.7
9. Helsinki – 95.6
10. Hamburg – 95.0.
1. Damascus, Syria – 30.2
2. Lagos, Nigeria – 36.0
3. Tripoli, Libya – 36.6
4. Dhaka, Bangladesh – 38.7
5. Port Moresby, PNG – 39.6
6. Algiers, Algeria/ Karachi, Pakistan – 40.9
8. Harare, Zimbabwe – 42.6
9. Douala, Cameroon – 44
10. Kiev, Ukraine – 47.8


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"I love dogs because they make me happy. No matter how hard my day has been or how bad I feel they can make me smile. They love unconditionally and they can teach us alot about ourselves if we let them. Everyone of them seems to represent a part of myself and I'm truly greatful to have them in my life."
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You're a woman who love dogs, let's take this A Woman Cannot Survive On Sewing Alone She Also Need A Dog Shirt, it's a cute shirt that you should have. Why do you love dog? This loyalty could stem from the fact that dogs view themselves as our equals – not a separate species. They are pack animals, and naturally seek alliances with other dogs, people, and other animals. Even though they no longer live in the wild, dogs still have an instinct for friendship, making them the perfect companion. Dogs can sense more than just a thunderstorm. Dogs can truly sense how people feel. They are sensitive to our feelings and our well-being. Dogs know when we are sad, and they even adjust their behavior accordingly by being more subdued, coming over and lying down by our feet, or resting their heads in our laps. It's their way of comforting us. If something is wrong, my dog will try and cheer me up by jumping on me, licking my face, or wanting to play. It's like when it comes to understanding human emotions and needs, our pups have a sixth sense.
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Real World Examples #3 – PRBS Look-aheadAugust 8, 2008
PRBS generation is very useful in many digital design applications as well as in DFT.
I am almost always confused when given a PRBS polynomial and asked to implement it, so I find it handy to visit this site.
This is all nice and well for simple PRBS patterns. In some systems however, the PHY is working in a much higher rate than the digital core (say n times higher). The data is collected in wide buses in the core and then serialized (n:1 serialization) and driven out of the chip by the PHY.
This means that if we do a normal PRBS in the core clock domain, we would not get a real PRBS pattern on the pin of the chip but rather a mixed up version of PRBS with repeating sub-patterns. Best way to see this is to experiment with it on paper.
To get a real PRBS on the pin we must calculate n PRBS steps in each core clock cycle. That is, execute the polynomial, then execute it again on the result and then again, n times.
Let me describe a real life example I encountered not so long ago. The core was operating 8 times slower than the PHY and there was a requirement for a maximum length PRBS7 to be implemented.
There are a few maximum length polynomials for a PRBS7, here are two of them:
Both of these will generate a maximum length sequence of 127 different states. We now have to format it into 8 registers and hand it over to the PHY on each clock, But which of the two should we use? is there a speed/power/area advantage of one over the other? does it really matter?
Well, if you do a PRBS look-ahead, which is approximately the same order as your PRBS polynomial, then it really does matter. In our case we have to do a 8 look-ahead for a PRBS 7.
Compare the implementations of both polynomials below. For convenience both diagrams show the 8 intermediate steps needed for calculating the 8 look-ahead. In the circuit itself only the final result (the contents of the boxes in step 8 ) is used.
Because the XOR gate of the second polynomial is placed more close to where we have to shift in the new calculation of the PRBS, the amount of XORs (already too small in the second image to even notice) accumulate with each step. For the final step we have to use an XOR tree that basically XORs 7 of the 8 original bits – this is more in amount than the first implementation (even if you reuse some of the XORs in the logic) and the logic itself is deeper and thus the circuit becomes slower compared to the other implementation.
The first implementation requires at most a 3 input XOR for the calculation of look-ahead bit6 but the rest require only 2 input XOR gates.
Bottom line, if you do a PRBS look-ahead and have the possibility to choose a polynomial, choose one with lower exponents.


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The Hard Road To Unity
Some years ago, when he was a philosophy professor at Washington University in St. Louis, Tsvi Blanchard was asked to mediate a dispute between two Jewish groups on campus. The participants in the traditional Friday-night minyan at the Hillel house were complaining that the newly installed Reform service upstairs, with its live guitar music, was impinging on their own concentration and enjoyment.
Blanchard met with both groups, discussed the issues, and asked them to think about it some more and meet again. At the outset of the second meeting, the leader of the Reform group, which had been holding its service in a nearby house prior to moving into Hillel, rose and said the problem is solved. He explained that since it would only be an inconvenience for his group to go back to holding services in their former house, it would be unethical of them to insist on staying at the Hillel for services at the expense of the traditional worshipers.
"There was a moment of stunned silence," Blanchard recalls, "and then the leader of the traditional group got up and said, 'My God, you're more religious than us.' "
"That moment," he says, "was worth a million dollars."
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For Blanchard, 53, an Orthodox rabbi with doctorates in philosophy and psychology who has spent his adult life seeking to engage all kinds of Jews in constructive conversation, that campus exchange underscored the best of Jewish pluralism: Each group came away having learned from and gained respect for the other.
For the last six years Rabbi Blanchard has been at CLAL, the National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership, the foremost institutional advocate of religious pluralism and post-denominationalism. He and his colleagues — rabbis and educators from all streams — provide leadership training for lay leaders and Jewish professionals. The goal is to "promote respectful conversation among Jews," says Rabbi Blanchard, the director of organizational development.
Thoughtful, learned and articulate, he readily admits that "pluralism is a hard road" fraught with turf battles, fear, distrust and demonization. But pluralism is not about erasing differences, he insists. "It's about appreciating the differences, and having multiple conversations — with no one having to compromise his or her personal integrity."
Rabbi Blanchard is hopeful that the pluralism model will become more acceptable in the coming years, and he believes the 21st century will see fuller and more varied forms of American Jewish life that will increase participation.
"We as a community need to learn what everyone else in our society knows already — that you succeed by finding people where they are and providing them with what they need," he says during a recent interview. "You don't blame someone for not buying your product. You give them more opportunities and options."
Successful synagogues, he says, are the ones that do not change their primary prayer service but add others to meet various needs. Similarly, Rabbi Blanchard foresees the emergence over the next several decades of a boutique style of Jewish life, with multiple forms of practice and programming, more experimentation and fewer claims by one group or another of possessing the absolute truth for all.
Rabbi Blanchard grew up in Rochester, N.Y., experiencing many truths. His family at various times belonged to Orthodox, Conservative and Reform synagogues, and he says he learned from each experience.
During his college years, he became increasingly committed to Jewish study and spent two years learning in a "black hat" yeshiva in Israel, and then four years at a similar style yeshiva in St. Louis.
"It was enormously open and challenging for me," he says. "I found a dense, intellectual and sophisticated tradition. But I never felt Orthodoxy was apart from the world. I maintained many of my most important values. I continued to object to the Vietnam War and to work for civil rights."
A conscientious objector at the height of the war, while teaching at a Conservative religious school he wore a black armband on Moratorium Day and as a result was not rehired. "I'm a believer in participatory education," he explains.
Rabbi Blanchard, who is strictly Orthodox in his personal observance and wears his payot tucked neatly behind his ears, says he has always been a religious pluralist. "I never felt it was an either/or choice. I always saw opportunity. Each denomination has something positive to offer.
"Not that everything falls neatly into place," he adds. "The effort is ongoing and not easy. What's exciting about pluralism is that it opens possibilities — and what's anxiety provoking about pluralism is that it opens possibilities.
"Most people want peace and certainty in religion. But the 21st century will be about dynamism, lack of ease and no one answer."
What Rabbi Blanchard and his CLAL colleagues are trying to advance is the notion that Jews should stop compartmentalizing their Jewish experiences, limiting them, in their minds, to attending synagogue or reading the Bible, when in fact every facet of their lives can be infused with Jewishness.
"We try to teach doctors to practice medicine Jewishly and lawyers to practice law Jewishly," Rabbi Blanchard says, "to look for the holiness in what they do every day. It's about freeing people up in their heads, and it's the most frustrating part of our job because Americans have been trained to think of religion as a separate part of their lives."
The major problem with Jewish life today, he believes, is boredom, disinterest and a lack of vitality. Experimenting with different models may be scary for some because of uncertainty, but it is preferable to the status quo. "We have to get people to speak about what their lives are about, how they live and what matters to them and help them see the Jewish component," Rabbi Blanchard says.
Being Jewish, he points out, is more than religious practice. "There are many ways to lead Jewish lives." Another challenge is harnessing the forces of change within communal institutions.
Though most Orthodox leaders refrain from participating in religious dialogues with Conservative and Reform leaders, lest they appear to be granting them legitimacy, Rabbi Blanchard dismisses this notion as "a red herring."
"If I meet with a Buddhist, will people come away thinking I now believe in Buddhism?" he asks. "I wouldn't be having the dialogue if our views were the same." Similarly, he says that acceptance of others should not be confused with acceptance of others' views. "I value my wife without accepting all of her views," the rabbi says.
"I want to get past the culture wars and get to the point where we hear each other, where each person leaves the discussion thinking he or she learned from the others. It's not about winning," Rabbi Blanchard says, "it's about talking and listening."
He says that "no form of Jewish expression in America today steals people away. It's the absence of conversation that destroys us."
Despite those who worry about the future of American Jewry, Rabbi Blanchard thinks of American Jewish life as shifting rather than unraveling. "So while one part is leaving, another is developing."
Rather than expend energy putting others down, he believes "we should work on the things we can do, together. We should say to each other, 'I'll support you as long as you don't claim yours is the only answer.'
"We have our differences, but differences need not become divisions. Keep your particular theology or lack of it. You don't have to commit to anything new. All you have to do is care what happens to the Jewish people."


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It's July.
Wait, what?
It's July.
As usual, I have no idea how time works, other than that it goes by way too fast. One minute, it's January, and the next, it's the Fourth of July! The next time I blink it'll be Thanksgiving.
But back to July. These red-white-blue muffins are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday, even if they turned out more pink-beige-aqua.
Red, White, and Blue Fourth of July Muffins (45/46 of 750)
Adapted from 750 Best Muffin Recipes by Camilla Saulsbury
Makes 50 muffins
Strawberry-Lime Muffins (45 of 750)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp grated lime zest (from 1 lime)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, butter, and lime zest until well blended. Whisk in milk.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just blended. Gently fold in strawberries.
White Chocolate Muffins
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until fluffy and pale yellow. Beat in vanilla until blended.
- With the mixer on low speed, beat in flour mixture alternately with milk, making three additions of flour and two of milk until just blended. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla until well blended. Whisk in milk until well blended.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until blended. Gently fold in blueberries.
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Divide batter equally among prepared muffin cups, adding 1/2 teaspoon of each of the three batters.
- Bake for 20 minutes until tops spring back when touched.
- Let cool on a wire rack and store in airtight container.
Okay, so these muffins have a lot going on, but it's a lot of deliciousness, which is always a good thing. They're all pretty tasty on their own, but together, they're so much better – like in Power Rangers, where they would all use their separate weapons to create one giant robot. I suppose another way of saying it would be, the sum is greater than its parts, but that's really boring.
And let's talk about those parts. Strawberry-lime – sweet, with just a hint of tartness to brighten up the flavor. Blueberry – juicy and tender. White chocolate – the perfect amount of rich creaminess. Combined together, you get maximum flavor in one tiny muffin. Of course, you could always bake the muffins separate for red, white, or blue muffins, but come on, this is America! The land of excess, the land of super-size it and Dorito tacos.
And what better way to celebrate this country than by eating not just one flavor of muffin, but three?
So go on and make these muffins, not just for yourself, but for America. It's what the Founding Fathers would want.


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Sciatica is a very common condition that affects 10% of the population. However, many more people suffer with sciatica like symptoms from low back pain to numbness in the leg. These symptoms can be signs of other back problems such as mechanical low back pain or even herniated discs. How do you know […]read more


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A.I.T. Advanced Institute Technology of Tarlac City – Pampanga is an institution accredited by TESDA that offers Technical and Vocational Education and Training Programs (TVET) under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
A.I.T. Advanced Institute Technology of Tarlac City – Pampanga
Address: 3rd Flr., PSP Bldg., OG Road Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines
Telephone Number: (045) 860-0790; 0919-4567108
TESDA Approved Programs
Here is the list of available TESDA registered programs and short courses offered in "A.I.T. Advanced Institute Technology of Tarlac City" in the Province of Pampanga.
List of Tesda Courses Offered / Registered Programs
|Course Authorized
|Computer Hardware Servicing NC II
|392 Hours
|Computer Secretarial
|250 Hours
|Consumer Electronics Servicing NC II
|438 Hours
|Food and Beverage Services NC II
|336 hours
|Hair Cutting leading to Hairdressing NC II
|336 Hours
|Motorcycle Small Engine Servicing NC II
|290 Hours
|Programming NC IV
|256 Hours
|Technical Drafting NC II
|222 Hours
Basic Requirements for TESDA Courses:
- At least 18 years of age
- At least High School Graduate
- Copy of NSO Birth Certificate
- With good moral character
- Undergone a pre-training assessment
- Can communicate both orally and in written form
Training Fees and Schedule
The cost of training and tuition fees may vary depending upon the specific course of interest and the school offering the training. Training centers also may have slightly different syllabus to teach to students in a class.
For inquiries, tuition fees, enrollment procedures, class schedule and other concern, it would be better that you visit their school/training center and inquire for other documents they may need.
Location and Contact Information
For further information, please contact the school directly at telephone number (045) 860-0790; 0919-4567108. You can also visit A.I.T. Advanced Institute Technology of Tarlac City – Pampanga. The assessment center is located at 3rd Flr., PSP Bldg., OG Road Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines.
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Shenzhen Coolingstyle Intelligent Technology is a customer-centered company founded in 2013 in Shenzhen, China.
The original focus of Coolingstyle was to utilize microclimate cooling technology as the basis for its products because it provides reliable and precise temperature control in a very limited space.
Microclimate cooling means performing "point to point" cooling on objects that need to be cooled down. And improve the accuracy of cooling, reduce the volume, weight and energy consumption of the cooling system. The core difficulty lies in solution analysis and micro system design.
After years of research and development for this microclimate cooling technology have resulted in multiple product families with numerous patents awarded and pending such as: micro chiller, portable air conditioner, body cooling system, etc. We grow both by developing new products we see are need in the market, and by developing unique products for our customer's requirements.
We are ISO 9001 and ISO14001 registered company.


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Iranian Bob Dylan in trouble over Koran song...
All along the mosquetower...
Mohsen Namjoo is Iran's most popular, and controversial, musician.
He is known for fusing traditional Persian music with Western styles such as rock, jazz, and blues. He blends the verses of great Iranian poets, such as Hafiz and Rumi, with his own poetry and words.
Many see the 32-year-old Namjoo as a genius -- an avant-garde artist who breaks barriers. Others dismiss him as a lunatic. The fact is that no one can remain indifferent while listening to his songs.
Now, he is facing angry protests over a song that includes verses from the Koran.
His brother says the song was just an experiment not meant to be publicized, but angry Koran experts and religious figures say Namjoo should be punished for what they call an insult to Islam's holy book.
Abbas Salimi, a well-known Koran expert, was among the first to publicly complain about the song. In a recent complaint letter to Tehran Prosecutor Said Mortazavi, Salimi said that Namjoo had performed verses of the Koran in an insulting way and that he should be punished.
Namjoo is "currently outside the country - and if he's smart he won't be returning any time soon.
Namjoo, said on August 26 in a letter posted on his website that the authorities told him about the dispute last year, but says the written explanation he gave them about the song was never published. Namjoo's brother, who says he is also the artist's lawyer, has said that the song is an experiment in blending Arabic music with styles of other nations. He added in a letter published by Iran's Koranic News Agency that on the day the lyrics were due to be recorded, the Arabic poems meant to be recited had been forgotten at home. Instead, Namjoo recited some verses of the Koran, which he knew by heart.
But Salimi and others are not convinced. And the list of protesters quoted by the Koran News Agency seems to be growing. Salimi has said that instead of "justifying" his action, Namjoo should accept "his mistake," ask God for forgiveness, and apologize.
The judiciary so far has been silent.
Namjoo has said in the past that he fully respects the laws of the Islamic Republic.


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Great opportunity to buy 4 flats without strata title on a B4 mixed commercial & residential zoned 540m2 block of land, in the centre of Kingscliff.
Zoning allows you to build to your boundaries, with basement parking and three stories above ground level able to be mixed commercial and residential.
Building is solid and features a new iron roof on main building, separate electricity metering and there are 4 car parks at rear accessed off back lane way & one at the front.
Property details
Unit 1- Renovated, repainted, polished floors, modern kitchen, 2 bedrooms plus separate lounge room or third bedroom. Rented for $420 per week lease expires 14/03/19
Unit 2- Original condition - Rented for $280 per week. lease on continuation.
Unit 3- Renovated, repainted, new carpets recently, 2 bedrooms, sun room plus massive lounge room. Returns $310 per week Lease on continuation.
Unit 4- Repainted and re carpeted. Returns $260 per week lease on continuation.
Total rent per week = $1270 per week
Potential to convert to commercial premises due to shortage of large commercial properties for lease in Kingscliff.
Building total floor area is approx 308 m2 - Block is 540m2
This property is tenanted so we require a minimum 48 hours' notice to inspect and can't show it Sundays due to legislation.
For further information contact listing agent Julian Cleak 0400 617 494
Whilst the information contained in this report is believed to be accurate and reliable, Kingscliff Sales and Rentals does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, reliability, completeness, currency or usefulness of the information and is not responsible for or liable in respect of any loss, damage, cost or expense suffered as a result of reliance on that information by any person.
Built-In Wardrobes
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Tuesday, May 15 from 2 - 4:15 p.m., please join us at the Scripps Seaside Forum to hear about the research of our Alaskan high school collaborators. These students have contributed significantly to research at Scripps Oceanography through an internship and technology training program called SeaTech. Through this program, the group of predominantly Alaska Native high school students works with Scripps researchers, learning to analyze acoustic data, compiling results, and presenting their findings through oral and poster presentations at academic conferences and an annual symposium at Scripps. This event is a good opportunity for anyone interested in the Arctic, marine mammals, acoustics, or exploring collaborative approaches to science-based education and outreach.
Your attendance would be a most welcome sign of support for this exceptional and diverse group of students. Please feel free to join us for as little or as much as your schedule will allow and share the invitation widely throughout your networks!
Event Details
Where: Scripps Seaside Forum
When: Tuesday, May 15, 2 - 4:15 pm
(2 - 3:20 p.m. Alaskan and Canadian Arctic)
(3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Pacific Ocean)
For more information, contact:
Anne Simonis, firstname.lastname@example.com, (715) 310-4167
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What are we looking for?
The smartphone market below the premium line has become a bit complicated. Former lines have been blurred and what were once high-end features have more or less become available on lower tiers. Some premium phones, like the Essential PH-1, have prices that dip into the mid-range sphere. Of course, it's still more expensive than what some might be able to afford. For this round, we're looking at this combination of features that offer the best bang for your buck, no matter how small that latter may be.
In the old days, lines were drawn based on price. It's less well-defined now, but you can still get a feel for what's too expensive and what's too cheap. Phones like the Essential PH-1 and the OnePlus 5T make things even more confusing. That's why for mid-range phones, we're looking for something that nicely sits between $200 and $400. Anything higher and you might as well get a more affordable flagship.
Just because you're paying less doesn't mean you need to get less. Hardware parts have become more affordable these days, and you'd find some 18:9 bezel-less screens gracing even cheaper phones. That said, it's a bit easier to spot a mid-range phone by its processor, usually a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 series or equivalent, with 3 or better yet 4 GB of RAM. Almost everything else is fair game.
Screens are one of the things that is in constant flux these days, especially with the advent of 18:9 panels. Mid-range phones now tend to sit on the 1080p Full HD side of the fence. Bonus points if they get FHD+.
A great and affordable phone is rendered unreachable if you can't easily buy it. While it's always possible to buy a phone online these days, especially from reputable retailers, there's still a lot to be said for something you can buy locally, especially with financing options.
Without further ado, here are our contenders.
Motorola Moto X4
Once Motorola's crowning glory, the X series has become its middle child. Motorola stirs things up a bit with the fourth gen Moto X by making it the first Android One phone for the US. It is also the first of its line to sport dual cameras and comes with Alexa inside (non-Android One version).
• Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat, upgradeable to 8.0 Oreo
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
• RAM: 3 or 4 GB
• Storage: 32 or 64 GB
• Display: 5.2 inches, 1920×1080
• Main Camera: 12 MP, f/2.0, dual pixel PDAF + 8 MP, f/2.2
• Secondary Camera: 16 MP, f/2.0
• Battery: 3,000 mAh
• Price: $400
HTC U11 Life
Very shiny and squeezable, the HTC U11 Life takes everything fans loved about the U11 and took it down a notch in specs and price. What it doesn't have in terms of dual rear cameras it makes up for with a selfie camera that is as capable as the one on the back.
• Operating System: Android 8.0 Oreo
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
• RAM: 3 or 4 GB
• Storage: 32 or 64 GB
• Display: 5.2 inches, 1920×1080
• Main Camera: 16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
• Secondary Camera: 16 MP, f/2.0
• Battery: 2,600 mAh
• Price: $350


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Belfast International Arts Festival 2018: Everything you need to know
The Belfast International Arts Festival returns for another year, with a huge programme of events on offer across the city - and here's everything you need to know:
When does the Belfast International Arts Festival take place?
BIAF 2018 runs from Tuesday, October 16 to Saturday, November 3.
How big is this year's programme?
This year's programme boasts over 120 events over the 19 days, including 12 premieres, all of which will be hosted in venues across the city including the MAC, the Golden Thread Gallery, the Black Box and the Ulster Museum.
What will open this year's festival?
The world premiere of Marie Jones' new play Dear Arabella with award-winning director Lindsay Posner will open this year's festival. Three women, three tales of love, regret and loss, all subtly intertwine to show the significance of a simple act of kindness. Marie Jones, writer of Stones In His Pockets and A Night In November, returns to the Lyric with this poignant piece starring Laura Hughes, Lucia McAnespie and Katie Tumelty.
What are the highlights of this year's festival?
With over 120 events taking place it's hard to pick a favourite, but here are a few 'must see' shows and exhibitions:
1. Double Cross, October 10-27
Double Cross creatively pitches two real-life Irishmen against each other in World War Two's propaganda battle, Brendan Bracken the British Minister for Information and Nazi broadcaster William Joyce, better known as Lord Haw-Haw. Both parts are played by the same actor.
Originally performed in 1986 by Field Day Theatre Company, Double Cross now takes on a new relevance in an era of heightened nationalism and 'fake news'.
2. Faces of Belfast, October 17-27
Faces of Belfast is an exhibition of new oil portraits by award-winning artist, Joel Simon. Each portrait represents a Belfast personality who has captured Simon's imagination through their contribution to the dynamic, vibrant cultural phenomenon that is contemporary Belfast.
The sitters in this exhibition will feature Fantastic Beasts actress Jenn Murray, author Glenn Patterson, Kristian Nairn AKA 'Hodor' from Game Of Thrones, Belfast drag queen Lady Portia Di' Monte and world champion boxer Ryan Burnett.
3. Nina - A Story About Me and Nina Simone, October 19-20
A searing and soulful theatre piece inspired by the life and music of Nina Simone. Backed by a brilliant band, Olivier Award nominee Josette Bushell-Mingo mixes story and song as she draws together tales from the life of Nina Simone and her own extraordinary career.
Taking in the singer's political acts as part of the Civil Rights Movement in 1960s America as well as the struggles in her personal life, Josette finds a parallel with the persisting inequality in today's society, and questions how far we have really come.
4. Repeal the 8th - Repealed! October 23
The Repeal the 8th Anthology is the definitive collection of writing and art inspired by the most pressing debate in contemporary Ireland, and beyond. Editor Una Mullally will be joined by a panel of contributors including poet Elaine Feeney, novelist Lisa McInerney and filmmaker, actor and writer Mark O'Halloran, sharing work produced by the movement that catalysed 2018's momentous referendum.
5. Harlem Gospel Choir, October 28
Performing contemporary gospel with a touch of jazz and blues, the world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is synonymous with power vocals, glorious sound and infectious energy. Get ready to tap your feet, clap your hands and even dance on stage to their high-energy, joyous and exuberant performance!
6. Angelique Kidjo - Remain in Light Tour , October 29
One of the Guardian's Top 100 Most Inspiring Women in the World, multi Grammy Award-winning Beninese singer-songwriter, actress and activist, Angélique Kidjo will be performing her interpretation of iconic Talking Heads album 'Remain in Light' on the historic Grand Opera House stage.
7. Link Link, October 31
Watch as enduring style icon Rossellini transforms herself into Aristotle, René Descartes, a medieval theologian, Harvard Professor BF Skinner and Charles Darwin to explore what distinguishes humans from animals. Following Rossellini's widely acclaimed theatrical lecture Green Porno, which explored the sexual behaviour of animals, Link Link addresses the latest scientific discoveries about animal minds, intelligence, and emotions.
8. A Manual for Heartache, October 24
In her widely acclaimed heart-breaking true story The Last Act of Love, Cathy Rentzenbrink movingly recounted the story of the death of her brother, following a childhood car accident. The response from readers, often telling their own stories of grief, led to A Manual for Heartache, a broader look at sorrow, anguish, despair, loss and how to try to live with the knowledge that the world can be a cruel place.
9. Out of Egypt: A conversation with Ibrahim Halawa and Darragh Mackin, October 29
Ibrahim Halawa, the Irish prisoner of conscience who spent four years in a Cairo jail, and his Belfast-based solicitor, Darragh Mackin, discuss his case and the international campaign to secure his release. Chaired by journalist Amanda Ferguson.
10. Yummertime, October 18 - December 2
The Naughton Gallery presents a special collaborative project with Yummertime, a San Francisco-based lifestyle and photography blog co-founded by Brock Williams and Chris Lin.
This exhibition primarily focuses on Yummertime's video and photography projects, exploring how the blog has captured a zeitgeist, raising key issues around contemporary society and the power, influence and profitability of social media.
View the full programme here.
Where can I get tickets?
Full event and ticket information can be found at www.belfastinternationalartsfestival.com
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We recently dropped the last pieces of hardware into our new group collaboration rooms. We have a dearth of group spaces in our library, so these three new areas will probably be a hit with our patrons. As we were planning the rooms we decided that we wanted to include a computer for group work, and since everyone in the group needs to be able to see the project, some sort of large-screen monitor seemed to be the way to go. After considering several options, we finally decided on 40″ Samsung TVs as the group monitor. There's nothing unusual or innovative about this layout, but we didn't have it before, now we do, and I think it will be very popular with patrons once the fall semester gets underway.
In the meantime we've noticed and interesting phenomenon with the rooms. We've had the rooms available for some time before the hardware arrived, and they were already getting a lot of use. We still see groups using them since the new hardware has been installed, but many times the groups are just working around the table and ignoring the computer and TV. There could be several reasons for this. Perhaps some of these groups just need a place to meet but don't really need to view or assemble presentation materials together. Or perhaps they are using the equipment but not at the moment that I happen by.
There is a third possibility that we've discussed, and it's perhaps the most interesting of the three. We've wondered if the patrons just don't realize that the equipment is there for their use. Granted, we have not advertised these new tools. However, they're sitting in a public space, and the patrons are definitely using the space. One colleague suggested that since it looks like an expensive setup, the patrons are hesitant to use it. If that's the case, that will certainly change soon. However, it raises an interesting question for me. How often do libraries roll out new services or spaces that, by their very design, somehow communicate that they are NOT for patron use? Perhaps this is just an anomaly. Or perhaps it's really happening. I'll have to scratch my head over this one for awhile.


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Prosecutors seek 6 years with hard labor for Marine charged in drunken-driving death on Okinawa
By MATTHEW M. BURKE | STARS AND STRIPES Published: March 19, 2018
NAHA CITY, Okinawa — Prosecutors recommended six years in prison with hard labor for an Okinawa-based Marine who pleaded guilty Monday in the drunken-driving death of a 61-year-old Japanese man.
Lance Cpl. Nicholas James-McLean, 22, was charged with negligent driving causing death and driving under the influence of alcohol after the Nov. 19 head-on collision that took the life of Hidemasa Taira.
The Camp Kinser-based Marine, who also faces substantial fines, is scheduled to be sentenced April 11.
As he stood before the three-judge panel Monday at Naha District Court for his one-day trial, James-McLean — clad in a bright-green T-shirt and black pants and flanked by court guards — expressed remorse for his actions. He said he did not know why he got behind the wheel that day.
"Stupidity," he said. "It shouldn't have happened. I know his family will never forgive me, and I will never forgive myself but all I can say is I'm sorry."
James-McLean was "slightly injured" in the crash, which happened at about 5:30 a.m. at an intersection in the Tomari section of Naha, just south of Kinser. His U.S. government-owned Isuzu Elf collided head-on with Taira's minitruck. Taira later died at the hospital from chest wounds and bleeding.
The Marine, who was off duty at the time, had a blood-alcohol content level that was three times Japan's legal limit of 0.03 percent when he was tested four hours after the crash, prosecutors said. They believe James-McLean's BAC may have been as much as five times over Japan's limit. All 50 U.S. states have set 0.08 as the legal limit for driving under the influence or driving while impaired.
During Monday's proceedings, prosecutors recounted James-McLean's actions that night, saying he consumed alcohol on base and at a Chatan bar before returning to Kinser after midnight. The next morning, he got into a U.S. government-owned vehicle he used for his job in the maintenance department.
"Driving a motor vehicle under such conditions is extremely dangerous and his fault is serious," prosecutors said during the trial. "It is clear there is no fault with the victim who was on his way to work at the time."
Prosecutors then played a video of the crash captured by another motorist. It showed James-McLean going through a red light. Taira had a green arrow and was in the process of taking a right-hand turn.
Taira's family called for a "severe" punishment in the case, prosecutors said.
James-McLean's attorney, Tetsu Amakata, asked the court to rule on the merits of the case and not punish his client more severely for being American.
News of Taira's death spurred a wave of anti-American sentiment on the small island prefecture, which already hosts a potent anti-base protest movement. In response, U.S. Forces Japan banned the purchase and consumption of alcohol for the approximately 50,000 U.S. troops deployed across Japan, imposed a strict midnight to 5 a.m. curfew for Japan-based servicemembers and canceled all liberty on Okinawa.
The ban was relaxed on Nov. 30, allowing U.S. troops to once again purchase alcoholic beverages on base and drink them in their on- or off-base homes. USFJ's Japan-wide curfew, which applies only to lower enlisted servicemembers and runs from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., went back into effect the following month.
Freelance reporter Chiyomi Sumida contributed to this report.


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JollyJailJumper - [JJJ]
A downloadable game for Windows
JollyJailJumper- [JJJ]:
Our entry for Ludum Dare 34 Theme: Two button controlls
Take control of Piotr "Sixfinger" Peter, an innocent inmate who tries to flee punishment by continuosly changing clothes during prison riot.
Buttons in use:
-Jump --> Spacebar (A or left trigger on Gamepad)
-Switch --> Tabulator (B or right trigger on Gamepad)
Team: Janosch - Code
Rage, LaLottey & LeDuz - Graphics+Animation
PopePAFF - LevelDesign
Bongo Mongo & Dark D - Sound
Post-Mortem (Post-Jam):
Based on your (very much appreciated) feedback,
we decided to change a few things and
give the game a little bit more finetuning.
We made the first levels a bit more easy to play
but the Game is still very hard for some people.
We really like the difficulty, all levels are doable
if you put some time in them and we think they are worth the effort.
Good luck and have fun. :)
-The movespeed is now 10% slower
-A few levels now are a bit more easy
to play and we slightly adjusted the learning curve.
-For the hardcore players we added some bonus levels.
(You have to look closely after you reached the last level
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LANCASTER, Pa. — No. 14 Ursinus closed out the game with three unanswered goals to defeat No. 13 Franklin & Marshall 12-11 in the semifinal of the 2019 Centennial Conference (CC) Men's Lacrosse Tournament Wednesday evening. The Bears improved to 12-3 and will face Gettysburg in the Championship game on Saturday, while the Diplomats fell to 12-5.
F&M took an early 2-0 lead with goals by Kevin Mollihan and A.J. Rigsby. The Bears went on the board at 8:45 and Mollihan struck off George Briggs' second assist of the game to make it a 3-1 score at 6:11. The Bears again came within a point, but the Diplomats answered with a 3-0 run that went midway into the second quarter. Ursinus countered with two straight to come within two, 6-4, at the break,
The Bears increased their run to four straight and tied the game at 6-6 at 10:35 in the third. Luke Keating and Mollihan netted back-to-back goals to give F&M an 8-6 edge, but the Bears answered again with a three-goal spurt and took their first lead of the game, 9-8, 55 seconds into the fourth.
F&M retook the lead off a three-goal run, with a tally from Mollihan and two from A.J. Rigsby, for an 11-9 advantage with 8:28 left to play. The Bears came within a goal at 4:29 and netted the equalizer with just 58 ticks on the clock. Ursinus won the ensuing face-off and struck 37 seconds later for the game-winner.
Kevin Mollihan led the offense with five goals, and reset the program for goals in a season. A.J. Rigsby had four scores and Luke Keating netted two. George Briggs handed out two assists.
Tommy O'Connor caused six turnovers to go along with four ground balls, while Jarrett Donaghy and Doug Mongiardo caused two each. Luke Mutterer fell to 8-2 in the net with 10 stops.
F&M led in shots 46-35, while the Bears held a 33-25 edge in ground balls and dominated from the X at 21-of-26.
The Diplomats will have to wait until the NCAA selection show (NCAA.com) on Sunday evening at 9:00 p.m. to see if they can receive an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament.


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Patient advocates can be friends or family members, or hired professionals. Among hired professionals, you will find some advocates with medical backgrounds, some without; some with specific oncology experience and some with experience in other fields of medicine; also, some will work for the medical institution providing your care, and others work independently, representing only you.
Why do you or your loved one need a patient advocate?
Cancer care/ chronic illness is complicated diagnoses. Combine this illness with a complicated and fragmented medical/healthcare system and situations can get out of hand. You need the ability to think clearly to ensure that you are making the right decisions for you or your loved one. You might find yourself unable to attend doctor's appointments or be at the hospital just at the right time that the physician enters the room. These are the times when it is helpful to have an objective person to be present.
What does a patient advocate do?
They make sure the patient is being treated well. They act as a sounding board for you to discuss your healthcare issues. They prioritize and focus on what is important for the patient and caregiver. They attend doctor appointments (or whenever there is a conversation regarding your healthcare). They disseminate the information and put the conversation in non-medical terms. They pay attention to the details. They try to ensure that medical errors are not made and facilitate further understanding of the information communicated to the patient and caregivers to prevent confusion.
Who can be a patient advocate?
A hired advocate is one who has chosen to make a career and commitment to helping patients have a voice and improve the quality of care they receive; choosing a hired advocate involves developing a trusting relationship. A non-hired advocate is a loved one, family member, or friend/neighbor whom you trust and has your best interests in mind
How to choose a patient advocate:
Decide which areas of help you are looking, for example, is it insurance, treatment questions, case management/organization of treatments, specific understanding of information about your cancer/illness, or an emotional sounding board.
Check your advocate's experience, qualifications, and references:
Advocates with medical experience should be qualified registered nurses. Ask for detailed information about an advocate's experience. Ask for client references and medical professional references. Is your potential to advocate someone you feel is trustworthy? Do you feel comfortable sharing your private medical information with this person? Is your potential advocate compassionate, and above all, a good listener.
Why a cancer (oncology) nurse advocate?
Cancer nurses are knowledgeable about the delivery of health care services involving cancer issues. They understand the complexity of patient care and the importance of taking care of the whole patient. They have the experience and the ability to anticipate issues related to cancer treatment.
Additionally, your personal cancer nurse advocate can help you:
They navigate the complexities of cancer care within the healthcare maze. They help you to understand your insurance benefits and explore testing and/or treatment options. They can compare your planned treatment to evidence-based clinical guidelines such as those of NCCN. They develop a list of questions to discuss with your medical team; research clinical treatment and clinical trial options if requested; and guide you through changes in medical direction and/or treatment.
Differences between an oncology nurse navigator and a private oncology nurse advocate:
An oncology nurse navigator typically works within and for a medical center. They act as a liaison between you and your doctors at their facility. They educate, advocate, coordinates care and assists navigation of the healthcare system. They are there to improve your cancer care experience.
A private oncology nurse advocate has the same level of experience and qualifications, but s/he works for you, and is not beholden to an institution.
Beacon Oncology Nurse Advocates is a private oncology service located in St. Petersburg/Tampa Bay area Florida. They also help patients/ caregivers located elsewhere in the state.


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I photographed the sweetest family this past weekend at a local park. I met their mom at the library a few months ago and so enjoyed getting to know her family! I hope you enjoy your sneak peak and look so forward to getting our children together to play! You have a beautiful family! Thank you for letting me share in such a special time! :)
Monday, June 23, 2008
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- Lori M. GutierrezJune 24, 2008 at 8:58:00 AM PDT
The sweetist family in town Awesome Pictures it is like a fairytale storybook.ReplyDelete
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Eric Eddy
Children's book author and illustrator Eric Eddy brings
his unique art style and perspective to our LRP family.
Eric brings us his first children's book, HARVEY, WHO'S GOOD AT NOTHING, an illustrated picture book that teaches all of us, big and small, that no one can be a better YOU than you can!
Illinois native Kim Kouski has been writing since she was a teen, and as an adult, ventured into the YA speculative Christian Fantasy realm. Her goal is that every writer finds his/her way to publication and fulfills all that God has for them.
Little Roni Publishers is excited to welcome Kim to our family. Her YA Christian Fantasy novel Hidden Secrets (2016) is certain to charm all who love this genre!
Jean Condren
Jean Condren is a children's picture book author and illustrator. A retired art teacher and art therapy instructor, Jean loves to draw horses and animals both wild and tame. She has ridden and trained horses most of her life. Jean enjoys sharing her two current horses with her 2 sons and 6 grandchildren.
Coming Fall 2016: BRIGID, THE LITTLE LOST FILLY. The story shows that, when crying doesn't work, thinking through the problem can work wonders!
Little Roni Publishers has signed Author/Illustrator Elizabeth E. Little in regards to her Young Adult Fantasy Trilogy The Evershade Series, starting with Book One, Reign of Shadow. Elizabeth has been acknowledged internationally for her poetry and wrote her first novel at age thirteen.
Frances CopelandLucas
Little Roni Publishers is excited to have signed Frances regarding the rest of her Breadcrumbs from the Books of the Bible series.
Collett Keel spends her fun time planting flowers and she loves to sew quilts and designs handbags. With the love of six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, Collett and her husband live in Clay, Alabama.
Little Roni Publishers is ecstatic to publish Collett's first children's book, HENRY'S 'MAGINATION, and hope for many more down the road!
Trisha Petit
Alabama native Ellen C. Maze brings her creepy but inspirational Christian Thrillers to LRP with a smile and a shiver. Also a talented artist, Ellen writes and illustrates picture books for children under her married name, Ellen Sallas.
In the works for 2017 from Ellen and LRP are Rabbit Redemption (Book Three of the Rabbit Trilogy), The Indwelling of Tori Blessing, and The Tree of Life (Book Three of The Corescu Chronicles).
KF Ridley
Mississippi author K. F. Ridley has an imagination like none other. Her best-selling YA novel Dirt takes the reader to a land where faeries are real and sometimes, deadly. Her MG series The C. Walker Adventures is charming children all over the globe.
In the works for 2017 from Kim include a delightful illustrated children's book and Sand, the next in the Dirt series.
Angela Searles
Searles is married and is the mother of eight children. In addition to her writing, she enjoys
photography, history, and volleyball. When she is not conjuring up
characters and stories, you can find her managing her multi-cultural family as
a stay-at-home mom.
Watch for OTTER FAMILY MOVES IN (2016), written by Angela, and illustrated by Ellen Sallas.
Melinda Warshaw
LRP is happy to welcome author/illustrator Melinda Warshaw to the family. Melinda has collaborated with LRP artists to create an adorable first reader entitled, INCH BY INCH, I WILL GET MY WINGS, teaching patience and courage—attributes we all wish for ourselves and our children. Expected arrival to the shelves, 2017.
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Gap Year Dentistry Internship in India
Wednesday 11th August 2010
Volunteer as a dentistry intern with GapGuru and gain valuable experience on your gap year
Gap years are fantastic opportunities to embrace new experiences in exciting and unfamiliar locations. For a gap year that gives you much more than just memories, GapGuru offers a range of internships abroad where you can immerse yourself in local culture while learning new skills and gaining valuable work experience.
The GapGuru dentistry internship in India is a truly unique opportunity to work in a state of the art dental clinic in Cochin, the state capital of Kerala. With its tropical beaches, exotic wildlife and rich history of spice trading, Kerala is a glorious destination for a gap year abroad.
On this gap year internship, volunteers have the opportunity to work in an established dental practice, which has clients from across the globe. The clinic provides international standard dentistry in a hygienic and modern environment, giving gap year volunteers an in-depth insight into professional dental work.
This internship abroad gives you experience in every aspect of the clinic's operations, from observing dental procedures to visiting other hospitals for consultations. Those already part-qualified as a dentist or dental nurse can also assist in certain procedures.
As a dentistry intern in India you will gain a level of work experience which is virtually impossible to obtain in developed countries, making it a fantastic opportunity for any gap year traveller considering a career in dentistry!
If dentistry is not your specialism, GapGuru offers a range of internships abroad, visit their website to find the one for you. Whatever your preference, a gap year project with GapGuru guarantees you the experience of a lifetime!
Gapwork Gap Year Tips: When to Visit India
A visit to India should avoid the monsoon seasons. In late May or early June Western India plays host to torrential rains virtually every afternoon (and we mean torrential - try pouring a bucket of water over your head and you will understand!). In October and November it is the turn of the East and South of the country and finally in July and August the mountainous areas of Northeast India get their turn. The weather in India is as varied as everything else in this vast country. India has hot tropical weather with variations occurring from region to region. The coolest months are from November to mid-March and the hottest are from April to June. Find out more about a gap year in India, visit our Destination Middle East & India section.


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· Brother Roger Schutz and the Community of Taizé ·
It was on 20 August 1940, 60 years ago, that Roger Schutz first arrived at Taizé. During the war, in that summer when France was oppressed by the invader, the young Swiss Calvinist pastor could not of course imagine that in a not so distant future – already by the 1950s – many other young Europeans would come. Multitudes were to climb that hill in the heart of Burgundy, in the gently undulating countryside, often while towering clouds raced across the horizon.
First, rather like him, they would even hitch-hike to get there; later they came from the entire continent in organized groups, especially in the summer or at Easter.
In the liturgical calendar 20 August is the feast of St Bernard – who lived at Cîteaux, not far from Taizé and only a few kilometres from Cluny – under the sign of the monastic reforms that had an incisive effect on the Church's history.
And already in 1940 the young Schutz began to take in refugees and Jews, thinking of a project of community life with a few friends. He founded a community two years later in Geneva, since it was then impossible for him to remain in France.
Having returned to Taizé during the war he resumed this activity, this time taking in German prisoners and orphaned children.
Those who go there find a small bungalow and not much else other than the old houses and the Romanesque church, surrounded by a tiny cemetery; they meet with a welcome that embodies the ancient hospitality in Christ's name, written in the Rule of St Benedict.
The monastic vocation itself had always attracted Roger and his companions, who were all of Protestant origin but sensitive to the riches of the different currents of Christianity. And in 1949 they were already committed to a form of community life that followed in the wake of Benedictine and Ignatian spirituality, and that Brother Roger outlined a few years later in the Règle de Taizé [Rule of Taizé].
That same year, together with one of his first companions, Max Thurian, Brother Roger was received by Pius XII. From 1958 their meetings with the Pope – John XXIII, Paul VI, and John Paul II, who was on that hill in 1986 – became an annual custom, expressing a closeness which from the end of the 1960s was to attract an increasing number of Catholics.
And already many years before he was killed by a deranged woman on 16 August 2005, Brother Roger had designated a young German Catholic, Alois Löser, to succeed him as leader of the community.
In 1962, the Prior with several brothers began, in the most complete secrecy, a series of visits to several Eastern European countries, while a modern church was being inaugurated in Taizé, the "Église de la Reconciliation".
A very large space – but which had to be enlarged, at first with tents, in order to house the thousands of pe0ple who came in the summer weeks – was made available for prayer three times a day in various languages. With their long moments of silence and meditative hymns, today very widespread, these three daily meetings deeply impressed those who arrived on the hill for the first time.
For the opening of a "youth council" in August 1974, more than 40,000 young people came to Taizé from every corner of Europe. They were housed in a tent city, rendered even more precarious by a torrential downpour. Cardinal Johannes Willebrands, Paul VI's Envoy, wandered calmly among them, speaking kindly to the young people who approached him who were barely more than 20 years old, muddy and tired but impressed by the ecumenical challenge of the community.
Every evening for decades Brother Roger, following the great Christian Tradition, would hold a brief meditation for them. After the prayer he would stop to welcome and listen to those who wished to talk to him or solely to be near him.
In the years of the student protest and the drifting away from the faith of so many, this was the revolution of Taizé. Lutte et contemplation [struggle and contemplation] was the heading the Prior chose as the title of the diary of those years while the community was beginning a "pilgrimage of trust" on the various continents. It sought reconciliation and sharing with the forms of poverty in the world, rekindling faith that was almost extinguished in many contexts of Central Europe, fanning its flame in the countries stifled by Communism and familiarizing many young Catholics with an even broader openness.
Taizé never intended to be a movement but has always encouraged involvement in parishes and local situations. It does so by practising hospitality, by encouraging the peacemakers of the Gospel Beatitude, by working for union among the Churches and Communities of believers in Christ, by demonstrating the vitality and effectiveness of an ecumenical spiritual journey.
A lesson Brother Roger, notre frère [our brother], learned as a young man and to which he witnessed throughout his life as an authentic pioneer of an "ecumenism of holiness", in Cardinal Bertone's words on behalf of Benedict XVI. May ecumenism succeed in reconciling the riches of the different Christian denominations: the attention to the Bible stressed in Protestantism, the splendour of the Orthodox Liturgy, the Catholic centrality of the Eucharist, before which, in Taizé, a tiny light always shines, meaning adoration of the one Lord.
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PORTLAND, Ore. -- The Lewis & Clark Pioneers fell to the Portland State Vikings earning no wins. Although, the Pioneers had a strong showing with a couple standouts in both singles and doubles which showed a lot of potential for the upcoming season.
In singles, Raed Attia gave the Vikings the biggest battle of the night with a 6-3, 6-4 loss against Portland State's Matteo Fortini. In doubles, the team of Raed Attia and Ramez Attia gave the Vikings another close game with a 6-3 loss. In both singles and doubles, the Pioneers men's tennis had a great fight against the Vikings with many more opportunities in the future to their dominance.
Follow the Lewis & Clark Pioneers on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | #LCTEN | #RollPios | #chamPIOns
Key Moments
In singles, Riley Vickers had an outstanding performance with a 3-6 win in the first set over the Vikings' Otto Holtari. Vickers' win was the only won set of the night for the Pioneers. After the first set, Vickers could not hold onto the momentum which resulted in a 6-2, 1-0 loss in the next sets to give Holtari the win.
In doubles, the Pioneers did well overall with no team being completely swept by the Vikings. Will McDermott and Brendan Adams had a 6-1 loss against while Ryan Hayes and Vickers had a 6-2 loss.
Deeper Look
- Ramez Attia lost in singles against PSU's Tommy Edwards, 6-3, 6-2
- McDermott fell in singles to Avery West, 6-0, 6-2
- Hayes was defeated by the Vikings' Sam Roberts, 6-2, 6-0
Looking Ahead
The Pioneers head to Texas this upcoming weekend to go against Southwestern (Tex.) and Trinity (Tex.) on Feb. 8 and Feb. 9.


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Unfortunately due to a scheduling conflict, 6ix9ine will not be performing on April 27 at The Main Street Armory. As of right now there is no rescheduled date. We apologize for any inconvenience. Refunds will be given at point of purchase.
Minors under 18 yrs. Must be Accompanied By An Adult W/Valid ID
The Meet & Greet purchasers should arrive at the venues at 5:30pm and that the Meet & Greet will last until 7:00PM, those arriving after will not be able to meet the artist, and that refunds will not be made available.
- Meet 6ix 9ine, get autograph and picture
- Free exclusive Meet & Greet poster
- Free exclusive Meet & Greet T-Shirt
- Early entry into the show
- General Admission tickets included
General Admission and VIP Tickets Available At:
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Water pumps do the same basic function, but they're not all the same. We'll show you four tasks that call for a specialty water pump.
For best results, always get a water pump intended for the specific task at hand. We carry several types of specialty pumps to move water, even in less than traditional situations.
Pool cover pumps do exactly what you might guess - remove water from pool covers. Pool covers can be very expensive so you want to do everything possible to keep yours in top shape. Look for a pool cover pump with a float switch because it will shut off automatically when there is no more water to pump.
Another feature to look for is a skimmer base, which keeps the suction away from the pool cover, further protecting your investment. Also, a garden hose connector is nice so you don't have to buy a discharge hose.
Sprinkler pumps are used to pump water from alternative sources to landscape sprinklers. Instead of using city water, save money by pumping water from a pond or lake to irrigate your lawn. Look for a self-priming model, which will save you time to get the pump going. Gallons per minute (GPM) will determine how fast you can get the job done.
A higher GPM will work faster. One of the best benefits of using a sprinkler pump is you can operate more than one sprinkler head at a time.
Drill pumps are used with electric or cordless drills to drain sinks or other equipment, such as washing machines. There is an inlet valve, a discharge valve and a part to attach to the drill. You can connect a garden hose to the discharge valve so you don't need to buy an expensive discharge hose.
The drill spins the impeller creating centrifugal force, sucking out standing water to drain clogged sinks and other items.
Condensate pumps are used to deal with condensation created by home air conditioners and mini-splits. In the hot summer, air conditioner coils produce a lot of condensation as they release moisture captured in the hot and humid air as it cools. This is especially problematic if you do not have a floor drain nearby.
You hook the condensate pump up to the drain valve on the HVAC unit. Then you connect a discharge hose to the pump. When the 2-quart reservoir on the pump starts to fill, it will kick on and pump the water away from your air conditioner.


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Medical hygiene is a practice devoted to sterilizing and handling medical equipment in the proper manner to prevent the accidental spread of infection or disease. There are a few different career options for someone to perform this task, such as medical assistant, surgical technologist, or medical equipment preparer.
Essential Information
Medical hygiene is a broad industry term referring to the practice of properly sterilizing, assembling and handling equipment used in medical practices. Though this title can be used to describe numerous positions, medical hygienists are tasked with preventing the spread of disease. Three occupations that commonly require medical hygienist skills include surgical technology, medical assisting and medical equipment preparation. Education requirements range from a high school diploma to an associate's degree. Certification may be required.
|Career Titles
|Medical Assistant
|Surgical Technologists
|Medical Equipment Preparers
|Required Education
|Diploma in medical assisting
|Certificate or associate's degree in surgical technology
|High school diploma or GED; on-the-job training
|Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
|Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
|None required
|Median Annual Salary (May 2018)*
|Projected Job Growth (2018-2028)*
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Salary Information for Medical Hygienists
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported salary information for several disciplines within the medical hygiene field (www.bls.gov). As of May 2018, medical assistants were reported to earn a median annual salary of $33,610, with the majority employed at physicians' offices. At that time, the BLS stated that surgical technologists made a median annual income of $47,300 and worked primarily in hospitals. The BLS listed the median wage for medical equipment preparers was $36,240 per year as of May 2018.
Requirements for Medical Hygienists
Education Requirements
The American Medical Association's Commission on Accreditation of Health Sciences Campus Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredits both certificate and associate degree programs in surgical technology. Both program types instruct students on the instrumentation of the operating room and the science of wound pathology. An associate degree is a 2-year program, while students are generally able to complete certificate programs in one year. Both include supervised clinical training in a hospital setting.
The CAAHEP also accredits diploma programs in medical assisting. These programs equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment as a clinical medical assistant, including laboratory procedures, medication administration, equipment management and basic pathology. Supervised clinical experience is also included in this training.
There is no formal education requirement for a medical equipment preparer other than a high school diploma. Most hospitals and laboratories offer brief on-the-job training for this position.
Upon completion of a CAAHEP-accredited program, graduates are qualified to earn the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential offered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Candidates must demonstrate their successful completion of a training program and apply to the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist to take the exam (www.nbstsa.org). This designation is typically considered the national standard for the industry.
While not required, many employers prefer that medical assistants have the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential. Administered by the American Association of Medical Assistants, the CMA exam could be taken with proof of training through a CAAHEP-accredited program and a clean criminal record (www.aama-ntl.org).
Career Overviews for Medical Hygienists
Surgical Technologist
Surgical technologists are part of the care team assigned to each patient during surgical procedures. These technologists ensure the sterility of the procedure room and set up necessary instruments and equipment for medical personnel. All supplies, including solutions and non-sterile equipment, are checked for proper functionality and restocked or adjusted if necessary.
Surgical technologists prepare the patient for the procedure by disinfecting and shaving incision sites, and assist during procedures by tracking needles, sponges, instruments and other supplies used. They might also receive and process any specimens taken from the patient during the procedure. Postoperatively, surgical technologists clean and restock the procedure room and sterilize all equipment that was used.
Job Outlook
The BLS reported jobs for surgical technologists would grow 9%, much faster than the average for all occupations, from 2018-2028. The increase was expected as a result of increasing medical needs for the elderly population and advancing technologies that allow more tasks to be delegated to personnel other than physicians. Greater potential was expected for those who've completed certified education programs and who maintain professional certification.
Clinical Medical Assistant
Among other tasks, clinical medical assistants are responsible for the sterile collection and disposal of laboratory specimens and the equipment used in their collection. Medical assistants sterilize and stock basic laboratory supplies and instruments in medical facilities, such as doctor's offices, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes and hospitals.
Job Outlook
The BLS reported good prospects for the medical assisting profession, estimating a 23% growth in jobs between 2018 and 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. The increase was primarily due to the technological advances in the medical industry that extend human lifespans. However, those with specialized experience with specific diseases among some patient groups could improve job opportunities.
Medical Equipment Preparers
A medical equipment preparer's primary responsibility is to sterilize, prepare, install, repair and clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. They typically provide regular inspection and maintenance of equipment. Employees check dates on sterile supplies for freshness, inventory instruments and supplies, maintain autoclaves and purge medical waste. A medical equipment preparer also disinfects respirators, patient beds and dialysis equipment, as well as sets up and calibrates medical oxygen devices and other patient care equipment.
Job Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicted an increase in openings for medical equipment preparer positions that is faster than the average for all occupations between 2018 and 2028. A 8% rise in job creation was expected during this time period due to the growth in the medical industry.
Among the three jobs mentioned, each is tasked with ensuring the sterilization, preparation and proper delivery of medical instruments. A medical hygienist is responsible for keeping everything clean, an absolutely imperative task in any medical setting.


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Scholarships Offered
The Department of Anthropology presently offers the Douglas A. Feldman LGBT Paper Award, Edwin S. Hall Jr. Scholarship, Marjorie Helen Stewart Award, and our Departmental Scholars award.
Eligible students should apply online at brockport.academicworks.com
Douglas A. Feldman LGBT Paper Award
This fund was established by Dr. Douglas A. Feldman to support the Diversity mission at The College at Brockport. The award is given for the best academic research paper on a topic related to the cultural aspects of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender experiences. The paper will be selected based on relevance, importance of the topic, excellence in research methods and/or theory, and original writing. The name of the student will be announced at the Diversity Conference at The College at Brockport. Students who have written an eligible paper should email it to Dr. Feldman at firstname.lastname@example.com
Douglas A. Feldman is Professor Emeritus at the Department of Anthropology at The College at Brockport, SUNY. He received his PhD in Anthropology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. His research on AIDS, global policy issues, health policy analysis, medical anthropology, applied anthropology, human sexuality, social epidemiology, health demography, health education, qualitative research methods, HIV prevention and interventions, and evaluation of health services was conducted in the United States, sub-Saharan Africa, Zambia and Hungary. He is the author and/or editor of many publications, including Ethnicity and Health Care Delivery: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (2009), AIDS, Culture, and Gay Men (2010), AIDS, Culture, and Africa (2008), Global AIDS Policy (1994), and Culture and AIDS (1990). At Brockport he taught courses on the Anthropology of Sex, Culture and AIDS, Anthropological Perspectives on Global Issues, Applied Anthropology, and Medical Anthropology. Dr. Feldman is currently working as a consulting medical anthropologist
The Edwin S. Hall Jr. Scholarship
An educational expense grant of $1000, used for educational expenses at the College at Brockport and awarded to an Anthropology major who meets the following criteria: 3.4 or higher overall GPA, junior standing, minimum of 15 credit hours in Anthropology earned at Brockport, demonstrated academic excellence and potential for the application of Anthropological knowledge to chosen career.
Edwin S. Hall Jr. received his PhD in Anthropology from Yale University. His 30+ seasons of archaeological and ethnohistorical fieldwork were conducted in northern and northwestern Alaska where he also served as a consulting archaeologist for the US Geological Survey and The North Slope Borough. He is the author of numerous articles and books, among them The Eskimo Storyteller: Folktales from Noatak Alaska (1975) and Northwest Coast Indian Graphics: An Introduction to Silkscreen Prints (1981). At Brockport he taught Introduction to Archaeology, North American Archaeology, Culture Change, The American Indian, and Native American Art. Dr. Hall chaired the Department from 1974 to 1986. An avid collector of contemporary Native American art, he retired from the college in 1992.
The Marjorie Helen Stewart Award
A $300 cash award to a rising Anthropology major in their sophomore year, who demonstrates academic excellence and shows promise for developing into anAnthropologist.
Marjorie Stewart held a DPhil in Anthropology from Oxford University and conducted fieldwork in Nigeria where she investigated the pre-colonial history and socio-political organization of the Borgu Kingdom. Her publications include Borgu and Its Kingdoms: A Reconstruction of a West Sudanese Polity (1993). At Brockport Stewart taught courses on Africa, China, Anthropological Theory, Magic and Witchcraft, Gender, and Language and Culture. She served as chair of the department from 1994-1999. Dr. Stewart was also an accomplished pianist. When she died in 1999, she remembered the Department of Anthropology in her will, and we, in turn, created this award in her name to honor an outstanding sophomore.
Recent Award Winners
Department Scholar
- 2017-2018: Matt Vineyard
- 2016-2017: Sara Luther
- 2015-2016: Mariel Rivera
- 2014-2015: Jill Stewardson
- 2013-2014: Lindsay Grome
- 2012-2013: Jessica Martin
Edwin S. Hall Jr. Scholarship
- 2017-2018: James Fuentes
- 2016-2017: Catlin Tavernia
- 2015-2016: Jamie Russell
- 2014-2105: Danielle Maerlender
- 2013-2014: Lindsay Petry
- 2012-2013: Adam Graham
Marjorie Helen Stewart Award
- 2017-2018: Michelle Heeman
- 2016-2017: Samantha Russello
- 2015-2016: Abigail Rice
- 2014-2015: Nellie Slocum
- 2013-2014: Geoffrey Hedges
- 2012-2013: Katherine Drake


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Job ID: 3599
Recruitment Consultant – Cyber Security
Who is WilsonHCG?
WilsonHCG is one of the fastest growing Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) companies in the world. Headquartered in the United States, WilsonHCG is a multi-award winning talent solutions provider, which means we offer a variety of HR solutions that span talent acquisition and talent management. In short: We help businesses build modern workforce programs.
As a leader in our field, we have a global footprint that covers six continents and 40+ countries. We're passionate about revolutionizing the way in which organizations think about talent acquisition because we believe that people are the most important aspect of any company.
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The Recruitment Consultant's primary duties include, but are not limited to:
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Maui Coconut
nutty & fresh
Sweet and clean, nutty and fresh coconut, commonly used in cocktails.
Like all of our kombucha, Maui Coconut is made with a proprietary black tea infused with a hint of lavender, spearmint and lemongrass and steeped with mango. A coconut plant-based concentrate keeps sugar levels low while imparting a golden yellow color to this flavor.
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Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the East Grand Forks-Campbell Library digital collection! You will need your library card number (user name) and password to borrow e-materials. Call the library if you don't know your library card number or you forgot your password.
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EPA proposes approving Shell air permit
Changes to the earlier permit version would result in a reduction in emissions, ADEC said.
The permit would allow Shell to operate the Frontier Discoverer drillship and support fleet for multiyear exploratory oil and gas drilling within Shells current lease blocks on the Chukchi Sea outer continental shelf, 25 miles beyond Alaskas seaward boundary, ADEC said.
Shell plans to drill up to three exploration wells in the Chukchi Sea during the 2010 open water season, and the company has applied for a major prevention of significant deterioration air quality permit, rather than a minor permit, for the drilling. The approval of an air quality permit is a critical requirement for Shells planned operations.
EPA has scheduled a public hearing in Barrow on Feb. 16, to receive public comments on the new proposed permit, with teleconferencing from the villages of Wainwright, Point Lay, Point Hope and Atqasuk. Public comments by mail, e-mail or audio recording must be submitted by Feb. 17, ADEC said.