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Looking for a way to capture the great outdoors in photos while stuck in lockdown? These triple-A video games and their gorgeous photo modes have got you covered.
Take Virtual Photowalks With The Photo Modes Of These Gorgeous Video Games
For many photographers and enthusiasts, photowalking is a great activity to experience some nature while taking some beautiful photos here and there. After all, the great outdoors will never be a tiresome subject, given that there will always be a beautiful scenery that you can preserve in a photograph.
Unfortunately, that can be a bit hard to do these days, what with the COVID-19 lockdown. Thankfully, there are no shortages of video games these days that not only provide gorgeous landscapes to ogle at, but give you photo modes as well in case you want to play photographer. From bustling cityscapes, feudal Japan to even a dystopian America, here are video games with the best photo modes:
Ghost of Tsushima
Sure, it's not released yet, but the PS4's newest exclusive is proof that games that people really do care a lot about photo modes. Based on released footage, you can do the traditional color grading and even change the direction and speed of the wind. Heck, you can even change the patterns of the leaves and flowers floating all around you, resulting in the most stunning of shots.
God of War
"God of War" is one of Sony's most fabulous looking games to date so it's no surprise that an update came with a much-awaited photo mode. While the usual features of color grading and texture manipulating is there, the real entertainment comes from the fact that you can make the perennially-gruff Kratos… smile. Make him do it while you capture him swinging the Leviathan axe.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Saddle up, climb yourself a tall rocky cliff and turn on photo mode. Repeat as desired. Chock-full of spectacular sights filled with rich detail, Rockstar's recreation of the wild, wild, west is as beautiful as it is excitingly dangerous. The game's photo mode will let you capture all of it to preserve forever… or until your PS4 gets old and stops working.
Horizon: Zero Dawn
Yes, we don't understand that title too, but luckily, the in-game photo mode is easy enough to get. Of course, it doesn't skimp on the options that you can play with either since you can change expressions, filters and even remove the character if you'd rather just take pictures of the scenery. And if you're tired of the beautiful sceneries, well… you can always take countless photos of the robot dinosaurs instead.
What's better than taking photos of New York City from the ground? Taking photos of New York City while swinging from its skyline, of course. Thankfully, playing as Peter Parker in "Spider-Man" will let you do just that and so much more. For example, you can adjust the field of view, add filters, adjust the aperture and even change the color grading. Oh, and you can take Spidey selfies while you're in mid-air, complete with the classic peace sign. You're not sold yet?


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Regardless of how you define success -- be it financial, spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, philanthropic, communal or familial -- the most important thing you must know about success in order to have success are the following:
- Success is important;
- Success is your obligation.
- Success is your duty.
Regardless of culture, race, religion, economic background or social group, most would agree that success is important and vital to the well-being of the individual, the family unit, the group and certainly to the survival of those things into the future. Those that minimize the importance of success are either confused or have given up on their own chances of success.
Success provides confidence, security, a sense of well-being, the ability to contribute at a greater level, hope and leadership. Without success, you, the group, your company, your goals, dreams and even entire civilizations cease to survive. Without continued success, the company, dream, even entire races will cease to exist, as was the case with the Vikings, Romans, Greeks, American Indians and then an endless list of companies and products. Success is important in that it is required in order to continue on!
Success should never be reduced to something that does not matter or isn't important. It is vital and should be held as such! If you are unable to succeed in taking care of your children, they will be taken over by the state. For an individual or group to continue on, he or she must actively accomplish his or her goals and targets (succeed) or he or she will cease to exist. For a business or industry to continue on, it must be successful in creating new products, getting those products to the market, keeping clients, employees and investors happy and repeating that cycle, over and over.
Cute sayings that somehow dismiss the importance of success abound, like, "Success is a journey, not a destination." Please! When your future viability is threatened, these cute little sayings will prove to be poor substitution for success. The last couple of years of economic turmoil should have made it obvious that we all underestimated how much success is needed and how valuable it actually is to our survival and well-being.
Regardless of what goals you are trying to attain, success is important. Quit succeeding, and you quit winning; quit winning long enough, and you will quit! Do your kids benefit when they see mom and daddy losing? Does anyone benefit when you can't get your art sold, or you can't get that great book published, or you have some great idea that will improve the world, but can't succeed in bringing it to the world?
Success isn't just important; it is vital, and should never be reduced to anything less than vital. Success is valuable, important and necessary for survival.
Grant Cardone is a New York Times bestselling author.

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A 3-year-old Kansas toddler was found dead in his crib last Thursday and police say the boy was likely there for days before they discovered him.
According to a 911 call obtained by KWCH 12, police received a domestic disturbance call to the 4500 block of N. Hydraulic at around 11 p.m. last Thursday, after a neighbor reported hearing an argument coming from the home of Brandi Kai Marchant, 22, and Patrick Javonovich, 28. The caller told a 911 dispatcher that they heard people screaming and striking each other.
When police arrived, they questioned both Marchant and Javonovich when they found the pair outside of the home. Both claimed everything was fine and explained they had two children inside the home. According to Wichita police Capt. Brent Allred, the responding officers decided to check on the kids before leaving and asked the couple if they could enter the home.
These photos of Zaiden Javonovich RIP my heart out. I see these photos and think – he looks LOVED. How on earth did he lose his life? His death puts DCF back in the spotlight. One Kansas lawmaker weighs in: https://t.co/9jrzN3c8H6 @KWCH12 pic.twitter.com/rYQ8bOSUYq
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Once inside the residence, police found 3-year-old Zaiden Javonovich wrapped in a blanket, deceased. The boy suffered "obvious injuries," according to police. The officers also found the boy's 4-month-old baby brother in the home, in critical condition.
"If they (the officers) wouldn't have went inside and communicated out there, more than likely they would have left, made a report and we wouldn't have known about this for I don't know how long," Allred said during a press statement, according to The Wichita Eagle.
Authorities said that the 4-month-old boy is doing "much better" and expected to survived.
Charging documents filed on Tuesday state that police alleged the parents "unlawfully and knowingly torture(d) or cruelly beat" the children. Marchant and Javonovich were arrested and charged with first-degree murder, although the Zaiden's official cause of death is still pending. Both remain behind bars of $200,000 each.
Allred added that the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) "has reports or has been involved" with the parents and the children in the home, but details surrounding the reports have not been released.
Kansas DCF has been under fire for numerous child deaths in Wichita that happened after multiple calls and complaints to the agency about the children, including:
–Lucas Hernandez, 5, was found deceased under a bridge in 2018.
–Evan Brewer, 3, was found sealed inside block concrete in his mother's rented home in 2017.
–Caleb Blansett, 10, was found stabbed to death in his mother's home in 2014.
–Anthony E. Bunn, 2, was found beaten to death in his parents' home in 2018.
RELATED Reading: 'Secrecy is killing children': Kansas child welfare system refuses to unseal records on abused, deceased kids: Report
As CrimeOnline previously reported, demands for answers reached an all-time high in 2018 after information about the torture and abuse of Kansas City boy, Adrian Jones, who was fed to pigs, came to light. While the state boasts being named the as part country's safest in the "Child & Family Services Review," others claim the state is more worried about being praised than actually protecting children.
"In some ways it's surreal," Sen. Laura Kelly said. "We are sitting there talking about a 7-year-old or a 5-year-old who died a torturous death in the system and the system's response to that is, 'Look at all these blue ribbons we've won.' Not, 'What can we do to make sure it doesn't happen again?' "
DCF disagreed. The agency claimed that they in no way "stonewall or misled." Social workers defended themselves by claiming they are overworked and have too many caseloads.
In early 2018, a lawmaker proposed to make all records public once a child died or was seriously injured, unless it was proven that opening records would cause significant harm to the child's siblings. Immediately after, according to The Kansas City Star, DCF went into "defense mode," and said releasing records would violate federal law.
The answers, however, could possibly be on the way. In June, the Kansas Legislature passed a bill signed by Gov. Sam Brownback that created a child welfare task force to dig into the issues concerning DCF. Sen. Julia Lynn hopes that the new bill is at least a start into the overwhelming problem concerning child abuse and neglect in Kansas.
"This is their collective job," Lynn said. "The job is not being done. It is my hope and desire that the task force will provide clear purpose and direction with aggressive standards and outcomes to hold all agencies and providers accountable."
Join Nancy Grace for her new online video series designed to help you protect what you love most – your children.
[Feature Photo: Zaiden Javonovich, Brandi Kai Marchant, Patrick Javonovich/Wichita PD]


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We haven't even seen Pixar's Soul yet (it would've premiered at Cannes if not for the damn coronavirus), but we already know what the studio's next feature will be: As announced this morning, Pixar will release Luca on June 18, 2021, with the studio explaining on Twitter that it's about a boy in Italy having an "unforgettable summer." That's very vague, to the point of almost being totally uninteresting, but thankfully Deadline has some much more intriguing details—like the fact that this unforgettable summer involves Luca enjoying "gelato, pasta, and endless scooter rides" with his new best friend. Molto bella!
Oh, also, the new best friend is actually a sea monster. We don't know what kind of sea monster the friend will be—like some kind of tentacled nightmare, a prehistoric water horse, or a hideous fish-person like Patrick Wilson in Aquaman—but the two kids in the teaser image that Pixar shared did both look human, so maybe the monster will be disguised as a person during this unforgettable summer. Just as long as the kid is eventually exposed and chased by torch-bearing townspeople, we don't care what kind of monster they are.
Luca will be the directorial debut of Enrico Casarosa (who previously made the Oscar-nominated Pixar short La Luna and worked as a storyboard artist on Ratatouille), and in a statement he said this is a "personal story" for him because of its setting (Casarosa grew up on the Italian Riviera) and because of its focus on impactful childhood friendships.


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Los Angeles (USA): It is a historic day for India! India celebrates two big wins at the 2023 Oscars. Team 'RRR' and 'The Elephant Whisperers' both won at the 95th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, California, making it a historic day for Indian filmmakers and the audience.
American actor-dancer Lauren Gottlieb also grooved on the track. Actress Deepika Padukone introduced the song to the audience and called it a 'banger'.
Elephant Whisperers
The documentary won against 'Haul Out,' 'How Do You Measure A Year?' 'The Martha Mitchell Effect,' and 'Stranger At The Gate.'
The film's plot revolves around a family who adopts two orphan baby elephants in Tamil Nadu's Mudumalai Tiger Reserve.
Well, this is not the first time that Guneet Monga has brought the Oscar to India. In 2019, Guneet Monga's documentary 'Period. End of Sentence bagged the Oscar in the Documentary Short Subject.


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In January 2008 Germany's best professional kiters Philipp
(Pile) Brückmann and Mario Rodwald visited Ilha do Guajirú.
Amazed by the diversity of spots and top conditions on the island, they decided to record a promotion film on the island.
They positioned their camera's at the Secret Spot, on a spit of sand, during one of the island's many windy days, with absolutely flat water on one side and challenging waves on the other side.
See the results of there riding and filming, by viewing the video.
Philipp Brückmann is now also sponsored by BEACHLIFE Real Estate for
2008 and competes in the PKRA world tour with www.ilha-do-guajiru.com
and www.theflatwatersea.com stickers and text on his board and kite.
In Leucate, France, in mid April Philip was ranked 13th in the
World in strong and gusty wind conditions, congratulations!
Philipp and Mario will be back on Ilha do Guajirú to train later in the year!
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In this Annual Report, the HOCHDORF Group provides detailed information on the topic of sustainability in its customary two-year cycle. As part of its future strategy development in the second half of 2020, the Board of Directors and Group Management jointly agreed to intensify HOCHDORF's sustainability efforts. This will include creating a Sustainability Strategy 2030 with new ambitious targets and measures along the value chain by the end of 2021. In addition to the topics currently under consideration, a new sustainability core team will also develop action targets for sustainable milk and animal welfare, climate and greenhouse gas emissions, waste avoidance and water consumption, as well as waste-water management for the Swiss locations.
By the end of 2021 we will have completed our sustainability strategy and defined its key projects.
Jürg Oleas, Chairman of the Board of Directors
Our new corporate positioning is based on the triad of nature–people– technology. This triad will play a key role in our efforts to intensify our contribution towards sustainability and we will continue to set challenging goals for the years ahead. HOCHDORF is already processing Swiss cow's milk, 85% of which is produced in accordance with the "swiss milk green" standard. "Milk from our Thur Milch Ring direct suppliers already meets the requirements by over 97%.
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I mean, right after bills about abolishing slavery or eliminating abortion, obviously.
Beautiful in its simplicity, the bill introduced this month by Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) to end the Environmental Protection Agency is one sentence long, and reads:
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Searching for better auto insurance rates for your Volkswagen New Beetle? Having to pay for overpriced Volkswagen New Beetle insurance can empty your personal savings and make it hard to pay other bills. Shopping your coverage around is a smart way to slash your bill and have more diposable income. Big-name insurance companies like Progressive, State Farm and GEICO promote their brand names with ads and consumers find it hard to separate fact from fiction and effectively compare rates to find the best deal.
It's smart to take a look at other company's rates before your policy renews since rates go up and down regularly. If you had the best rates on New Beetle coverage six months ago you can probably find a lower rate today. Don't believe everything you read about auto insurance online but I'm going to show you some great ways to find affordable auto insurance.
Why you might be paying too much to insure your Volkswagen New Beetle
An important part of buying insurance is that you know the different types of things that play a part in calculating the price you pay for insurance. Knowing what determines base rates enables informed choices that may reward you with much lower annual insurance costs.
Shown below are some of the factors insurance companies consider when setting rates.
- Never let your coverage lapse – Driving without insurance is a misdemeanor and you will pay a penalty because you let your insurance lapse. Not only will you pay more, but not being able to provide proof of insurance will get you a steep fine or even jail time.You may need to provide proof of insurance in the form of an SR-22 filing with your state motor vehicle department.
- More claims means more premium – Car insurance companies provide lower rates to people who do not rely on their insurance for small claims. If you tend to file frequent claims, you can look forward to either a policy non-renewal or much higher rates. Insurance coverage is intended to be relied upon for the bigger claims that can't be paid out-of-pocket.
- Bundling policies can get discounts – Many companies give discounts to policyholders who consolidate policies with them. It's known as a multi-policy discount. Discounts can be anywhere from five to ten percent in most cases. Even though this discount sounds good, you still need to shop around to confirm you are receiving the best rates possible. You may still find a better deal by buying insurance from more than one company.
- How credit affects insurance rates – A driver's credit score is a important factor in determining what you pay for insurance. If your credit history is lower than you'd like, you could pay less to insure your 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle by repairing your credit. Drivers who have high credit scores tend to be better drivers and file fewer claims than those with poor credit.
- Being married is a good thing – Being married can get you a discount on insurance. It translates into being more responsible it has been statistically shown that married drivers get in fewer accidents.
- Safer cars cost less to insure – Vehicles with good safety scores tend to have better insurance rates. Safe vehicles reduce injuries and fewer injuries means less money paid by your insurance company and more competitive rates for policyholders. If your Volkswagen New Beetle is rated at least an "acceptable" rating on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety website it may be receiving lower rates.
- Where you reside plays a part – Living in a small town can be a good thing when talking about insurance. City drivers have to deal with much more traffic and longer commute times. Lower population means a lower chance of having an accident.
- More miles equals more premium – The higher the mileage driven in a year's time the more you'll pay to insure your vehicle. Most insurance companies price each vehicle's coverage based on how the vehicle is used. Cars and trucks that are left in the garage qualify for better rates as compared to vehicles used primarily for driving to work. Verify your insurance declarations sheet shows the correct usage for each vehicle. Incorrect usage on your New Beetle may be costing you.
Don't pay full price with these discounts
Car insurance companies don't necessarily list all available discounts in a way that's easy to find, so we break down both the well known and the more hidden discounts you could be receiving. If you aren't receiving every discount possible, you are throwing money away.
- Multiple Vehicles – Buying coverage for multiple vehicles on the same insurance coverage policy qualifies for this discount.
- Bundle and Save – If you insure your home and vehicles with the same insurance company you will save at least 10% off all policies.
- Seat Belts Save more than Lives – Using a seat belt and requiring all passengers to use a seat belt can save up to 15% off your medical payments premium.
- Driver Safety – Taking part in a course teaching defensive driving skills could possibly earn you a 5% discount if your company offers it.
- Low Mileage – Low mileage vehicles can earn a substantially lower rate.
- Drivers Education – Make teen driver coverage more affordable by requiring them to take driver's ed class in high school.
- College Student – Any of your kids who attend school more than 100 miles from home and do not have a car may be able to be covered for less.
- Sign Online – Certain companies give back up to $50 simply for signing digitally online.
- Government Employees – Simply working for the federal government can earn a discount up to 10% on New Beetle coverage with select insurance companies.
- Good Student Discount – Performing well in school can save 20 to 25%. This discount can apply up until you turn 25.
It's important to understand that most discounts do not apply to your bottom line cost. Most only apply to individual premiums such as physical damage coverage or medical payments. So when it seems like all the discounts add up to a free policy, companies don't profit that way.
Car insurance companies that may have some of the above discounts include:
It's a good idea to ask each insurance company which discounts they offer. Discounts might not be offered in your state.
Your personal situation dictates your coverage
When it comes to choosing adequate coverage for your personal vehicles, there isn't really a best way to insure your cars. Your needs are not the same as everyone else's so your insurance needs to address that. For example, these questions could help you determine if you might need an agent's assistance.
- Why am I required to buy liability insurance?
- Do I need more liability coverage?
- Can I afford low physical damage deductibles?
- How many claims can I have before being canceled?
- Do I need special endorsements for business use of my vehicle?
- What is the minimum liability in my state?
- Will I lose any money if I cancel my policy before it expires?
- Does insurance cover damages from a DUI accident?
If it's difficult to answer those questions but a few of them apply, you might consider talking to an agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, simply complete this short form or click here for a list of car insurance companies in your area. It only takes a few minutes and you can get the answers you need.
Insurance coverage options for a Volkswagen New Beetle
Learning about specific coverages of your insurance policy aids in choosing the best coverages and proper limits and deductibles. Insurance terms can be difficult to understand and coverage can change by endorsement. Below you'll find the usual coverages available from insurance companies.
Collision coverage protection
This coverage will pay to fix damage to your New Beetle resulting from a collision with another vehicle or an object, but not an animal. You will need to pay your deductible then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.
Collision coverage pays for things like crashing into a building, rolling your car, sustaining damage from a pot hole, damaging your car on a curb and hitting a mailbox. Collision is rather expensive coverage, so you might think about dropping it from vehicles that are 8 years or older. Another option is to bump up the deductible to get cheaper collision coverage.
Coverage for liability
Liability coverage can cover damage that occurs to other's property or people in an accident. This insurance protects YOU from legal claims by others, and does not provide coverage for damage to your own property or vehicle.
It consists of three limits, bodily injury per person, bodily injury per accident and property damage. You commonly see policy limits of 25/50/25 which stand for a $25,000 limit per person for injuries, a per accident bodily injury limit of $50,000, and a limit of $25,000 paid for damaged property.
Liability can pay for things like medical services, legal defense fees and repair bills for other people's vehicles. How much coverage you buy is a decision to put some thought into, but consider buying higher limits if possible.
UM/UIM (Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist) coverage
This coverage gives you protection when the "other guys" either are underinsured or have no liability coverage at all. Covered losses include medical payments for you and your occupants as well as your vehicle's damage.
Because many people only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, it only takes a small accident to exceed their coverage. So UM/UIM coverage is a good idea.
Comprehensive auto coverage
Comprehensive insurance coverage pays for damage from a wide range of events other than collision. You need to pay your deductible first and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.
Comprehensive can pay for things such as a tree branch falling on your vehicle, a broken windshield, damage from a tornado or hurricane, damage from flooding and hail damage. The maximum amount a insurance company will pay at claim time is the cash value of the vehicle, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle's value it's not worth carrying full coverage.
Medical payments and PIP coverage
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and medical payments coverage pay for bills such as prosthetic devices, X-ray expenses and rehabilitation expenses. They are often used in conjunction with a health insurance program or if you are not covered by health insurance. It covers all vehicle occupants and will also cover being hit by a car walking across the street. Personal Injury Protection is only offered in select states and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay
A fool and his money are soon parted
As you prepare to switch companies, don't be tempted to buy lower coverage limits just to save a few bucks. In many instances, an accident victim reduced liability limits or collision coverage and discovered at claim time that a couple dollars of savings turned into a financial nightmare. Your focus should be to buy enough coverage at the best price, not the least amount of coverage.
Budget-conscious 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle insurance is available on the web as well as from independent agents, and you should compare price quotes from both so you have a total pricing picture. A few companies don't offer online quoting and many times these regional insurance providers only sell through independent insurance agents.
To read more, take a look at these articles:
- Rental Reimbursement Coverage (Allstate)
- Uninsured Motorists: Threats on the Road (Insurance Information Insitute)
- Vehicle Insurance (Wikipedia)
- Uninsured Motorist Statistics (Insurance Information Insitute)
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A porcelain crown is a permanent coating for the tooth. It varies according to the materials used for coating, the most widely used today are the "metal – porcelain" and "full ceramic" ones. The procedure is like the Zirconia crowns.
Metal-backed or full ceramic porcelain?
Metal-backed porcelain is the most popular; it is strong and aesthetic as the metal underneath is covered with porcelain from the top, but an opaque paint used to cover the metal makes this porcelain look more saturated, which adversely affects the natural light transmittance of the porcelain. Also, its cost is convenient and standardized to make. Its biggest disadvantage is that sometimes the metal underneath is visible and the gums also get a dark (black) color.
Full porcelain or ceramic coating also looks beautiful, but may not be as durable as metal-backed porcelain (especially in very long dentures). Still, many people think this is the best choice – especially for the front teeth. These have alternatives amongst themselves in terms of materials.
What is the difference between Zirconium and Porcelain Crowns?
Zirconia crowns are definitely more resilient.
Zirconia usually lasts longer.
Zirconia is a much stronger and more durable material.
What are the types of porcelain crowns in dentistry?
- Leucite Reinforced Pressable Porcelain Crowns.
- Lithium Disilicate Porcelain Crowns.
- Solid or Monolithic Zirconia.
- High Translucent Zirconia.
Are porcelain crowns safe and are porcelain crowns the best?
The process and the materials used to create porcelain crowns are both secure and FDA-approved. Of course, there are always risks and sometimes complications, as with any dental care, but porcelain crown treatments are standard procedures. Our dentists give you high quality service with their years of experience. Porcelain crowns provide the best natural look when compared to any other crown types.
How long do porcelain crowns last?
Porcelain crowns are intended to last between 5 and 20 years. Of course, with a simple dental care such as brushing, flossing, avoiding sugary foods, fizzy drinks; they may last up to 20 years. Does your dental insurance cover porcelain crowns? You can get in touch with Dentist Travel Turkey and you can check porcelain crown before and after photos and porcelain crowns price on Dentist Travel Turkey website.
Is having porcelain crowns painful?
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January 11th, 2021
Start the new year correctly by taking advantage of your brain and body's natural chemistry and rhythm to make new habits easier and more readily solidified!
Inspired by Andrew Huberman's recent podcast (highly encourage you to listen!) I wanted to share this with you as you continue to build into your day and life the habits that will move you closer to your goals and dreams.
Break your day into 3 phases: hours 0 - 8, 8 -16, and 16 - 24
Take those habits that present to you the greatest degree of resistance, and build them into the first 8 hours of your day.
That's when dopamine (the molecule of motivation), adrenaline and cortisol are highest, making you far more likely to follow through.
I DO NOT encourage you to tackle your most challenging thing FIRST thing in the morning.
In fact, do some of the easier ones so that you can build some positive momentum e.g. going for a walk to move the body and getting natural sunlight onto your skin and into your eyes (helps set your cortisol rhythm and predisposes you for a good night's sleep).
When you "complete" a task or habit (write them out and check them off as you go), your brain actually produces ADDITIONAL dopamine (meaning more motivation), predisposing you to a higher degree of success as you take on the more challenging ones.
That being said, customize this to YOUR unique life, lifestyle, & needs.
It's ok to not workout in the morning shortly after waking up if that's not when your body is most primed for it. We all have different genetic predispositions and different times of day when we're most alert, productive, efficient, creative, strong and flexible.
You can definitely wait until later in the day e.g. hours 5 to 8 if that works better for you.
That second phase is better for activities that allow for a little more down regulation e.g. reading, creative tasks, meditation, writing etc.
You want to wind down so you have a solid good third phase i.e. sleep!
When your brain consolidates and wires in everything from the day :)
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January 4th, 2021
Hacking your habits!
Here are some quick tips to make sure the habits you're forming (the things we do day in and day out that are responsible for the outcomes and goals we intend to actualize and realize) are set up in a way that will make sure you see progress!
As some of you know, by mid February, over 80% of people have already given up on their New Year's resolutions (which is a term I think we really need to do away with!).
In reality, the only things they were missing were support, accountability, and well designed blueprint and structure.
Here are some key takeaways from the video:
A) Get genuinely clear on WHAT your intentions are, and then, more importantly, the WHY behind the intentions. Your WHY is the thing that is going to keep you going and motivated even when things get challenging or you have some off days (because we're human, and we ALL do). Make sure it's big enough and MEANINGFUL enough to you.
B) Break it down into as small, bite sized chunks as possible, so small it would be silly NOT to do it. If, for example, you intend to build more fitness into your life, rather than committing to long hours at the gym (which, by the way, is NOT the ideal approach to a better and healthier physique), commit to a single push up a day, and then build on it.
C) Schedule it in! I can't stress enough the importance of making sure you alot time for everything you're looking to do.
D) Create lists and check things off as you complete them e.g. drank a glass of water, "check!"
The reason for this is that the check acts as a "reward" for following through which elicits a dopamine release in the brain. Dopamine is the motivation molecule. Triggering the release of dopamine encourages you to move forward and keep building on that momentum.
For this reason it's VERY important to reward the process (completing the acts and habits) rather than the goal.
By doing so, you wire into yourself an identity of being "someone who shows up, follows through."
This makes you FAR less likely to fall into that 80% group above.
E) Get clear on how you want to feel when you achieve your goal e.g. being more physically fit, I want to feel confident; making more money, I want to feel abundance.
The reason being, although you will continue pursuing your goals, you NEED to practice those feelings each and every single day.
Wire them into your subconscious. This way achieving the goal will actually become easier.
Start there.
Of course, if you're ready to get some individualized support, accountability, a plan and structure to follow through on,
I'm here and ready to help you get there.
Schedule a free consult on my website or at the link below! Here's to your success 🙂
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December 29th, 2021
Forget resolutions!
Let's do away with that, shall we?
I'm going to recommend something... different... for 2022.
Let's take a pause on creating "New Year's Resolutions" for just a second and think about this.
The word "resolution" connotes a number of things, one of which is a solution to a problem (finding resolutions to math equations, legal affairs etc.).
MEANING... it inherently holds that there's problems that need solving.
What our subconscious mind hears when we use words like "resolution" is "I'm broken and am in need of fixing."
Here's the problem with that.
If 95% of your day, of your LIFE, is driven by subconscious programming, and you're running the program "I'm broken"... guess what you're going to continue to create for yourself when that New Year hits?
DESPITE your best attempts, you're going to perpetuate "being broken" in whatever way that looks for you i.e. poor physical health and fitness, financial lack, lack of meaning and passion, bad relationships and so on.
Your ego and subconscious will make sure of that.
This year let's set intentions. Let's move forward on CREATIONS.
Make a list of things you want to CREATE.
Short term (few weeks). Mid-term (months). Long term (years).
And then break them down into much, much, MUCH smaller daily tasks you can start to implement (and BUILD ON later) that are realistic and doable. (e.g. doing a single push up a day vs. hitting the gym 7 days a week if you haven't gone in years)
Forget resolutions. Change the language. Change the programming. And create a new blueprint for creating the life YOU want. Health, fitness, mental and emotional wellbeing, finances, relationships, community. All of it!
If you're absolutely ready to make shifts in all these different dimensions, I am 100% READY to support you in that.
Schedule a free consult with me to see just how we can do that together 🙂
Talk soon!
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December 22nd, 2021
If you're stuck in business, health, fitness, your relationships; find yourself self sabotaging; unable to move in the direction you want... know that it's NOT your fault.
The ego will always hold you back, even if you're aiming to move in a positive direction (i.e. improved health, new career, higher financial success etc.).
And it may seem counterintuitive, no? Why be held from achieving something that is desirable and health and life affirmative?
Because it's new. And new means uncertain and unpredictable. Just because the outcome sought is a good one, doesn't mean it doesn't present a very new reality with which one has to now engage with and navigate.
We always prefer the demons we know to the ones we don't.
The ego's job is actually quite simple: self preservation.
"I much rather stay in this poor, suboptimal situation and environment because it's KNOWN and FAMILIAR (i.e. I know what to expect) than to pursue a much better reality for myself since it presents unpredictable and unknown factors - at least HERE, bad as it is, I know I'm able to stay alive."
To add to that, BECAUSE it wants self preservation, and the ego's identity is wrapped up in the CURRENT reality, it much rather keep it that way, otherwise it risks "dying."
Understand this: in order to create your desired outcome, your identity has to first shift in order for you to be able to do so.
Otherwise, your ego, in maintaining its identity as it is NOW, will always sabotage your attempts at change simply because changing your external reality will imply a new identity that matches that reality, and the ego has no desire to die.
For example, if Tom is currently feeling lack and scarcity, the ego's identity is that of "poor," and he wants to create more wealth and abundance, it would imply that the wealth and abundance would create a new identity of "rich."
But that would mean "poor Tom" has to die, and THAT is what the ego will resist and subconsciously sabotage.
Tom has to first embody what wealth and abundance IS and feels like in order to be able to create it.
It's a simple analogy but can be applied to anything: health and wellness; career; love and partnership and so on.
The message is simple (though not necessarily easy): create change by implementing SMALL changes and shifts that don't overwhelm the ego, and find ways to create the feelings and sensations you wish to feel in the future with the goals you've set for yourself in your present reality.
Going back to our analogy:
Tom would have to find moments where he does feel wealthy and abundant currently, and sustain those for as long and as often as he can.
Consider your own goals and dreams, and think of how you can slowly start chipping away at them while BEING that
person, and feeling those feelings, now.
You'll see how much easier the path becomes :)
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December 20th, 2021
Holidays are here 🙂
Here's some breathing techniques to help you get through them without the stress and overwhelm!
As joyous and fun as the holidays are, it so happens to be the case that they bring with them their fair share of stress as well.
This is true for most of life. Stress and challenges are a natural part of it.
Although we can never fully do away with them, we CAN learn to regulate our own nervous system and biology to better adapt to it all.
We CAN go from drowning in the sea of emotions to surfing the waves and flowing through with grace.
These breathing techniques are quick, easy hacks that will really help downregulate the sympathetic fight or flight state we all find ourselves in (a bit too often).
Give them a try and let me know what additional tools and practices YOU use during moments of higher stress 🙂
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December 19th, 2021
This is the perfect hack to make moves and improvements on something you're working on!
This could be health related, fitness related, business related, anything.
It's one of my favorite tools: the Mind Map.
But before we get there...
Here's something I want to encourage everyone to do to make the most of it first.
Move the body.
Exercise, go for a walk.
The act of doing so actually increases activity, blood flow, and oxygenation of those parts of the brain responsible for improving your focus, creativity, and as an extension, your productivity.
Exercise in general is extremely neuroprotective and one of the absolute best things you can do not only for improving your efficiency as a leader, business owner, parent, partner, student, but overall as a human being.
Quality of life is dramatically improved. But this isn't news to us, right? But it IS something I strongly encourage doing (of course also for all the benefits it so clearly provides) prior to starting your day, prior to starting the following activity.
The Mind Map.
The purpose of this is to help you create a solid, actionable plan that you can start to implement immediately, regardless of your goals.
In the center goes the goal you've set for yourself.
In my case here I'm looking to create more value, more content, so I'm placing that at the center.
Around that, you place whatever immediately comes to mind. Whatever ideas, people. products etc.
Around THOSE, you place further extensions.
What needs to be done.
People you can contact.
Places and things where you can get additional help and support.
And keep allowing it to grow and build.
Then. Circle all the biggest movers that can move you in the right direction.
And start to break THOSE down into small, bite sized, actionable steps you can take every day.
And then... take action.
Ideas are great, but only if you can implement them.
Of course it makes a tremendous difference having someone to help you create this, guide you in it, and hold you accountable.
And that's why I do what I do, and have studied such a vast diverse set of things over the past 12 years.
We all have different goals, things we're working, working THROUGH, and that's why I've gone and researched and
studied everything from nutrition and fitness, to habit change, neuroscience, ways to support mental and emotional health, and much more.
But I only work with those who are actually READY to take action. And to be honest, not everyone is.
But if you feel that's you, and you feel like you could use someone in your corner who's trained in all these different things to help you achieve your goals, create the body, mind and life YOU want, then schedule a free consult with me.
Let's see if we're a good match for one another 🙂
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December 17th, 2021
Why working with me is different than working with most others, and why it will completely transform your life?
1. Diversity in skill and knowledge that few honestly take the time to develop
in learning about the mind and body (it's taken 12 years for me, and is ever ongoing).
2. Tremendous heart, compassion and empathy, since I've been there myself, and have had to not only save my own life, but learn to truly thrive in and optimize it.
3. My ultimate goal is to make myself obsolete. To teach you and guide you in learning all the tools and knowledge you need to be able to live and create the body, career, health, relationships, abundance and life that YOU want. I want you empowered and able to do this for yourself and eventually fire me.
Quite honestly, I'm a teacher at heart, but also a lifelong student, and just have a genuine love and passion for what I do, and will never stop diving deeper and learning more. But it's necessity as well.
I had to BECOME the person that I needed back when I was at my absolute worst in terms of my physical health and mental state and could find no person that would take the time to fully understand every aspect of my life, and have the skills and knowledge in all those different areas to not only piece together the bigger picture but give clear guidance in each area.
I've spent the past 12 years learning all I can about:
The body (fitness, movement, exercise, nutrition, circadian biology, hormones, an individualized and overall holistic lifestyle approach)
The mind (stress management, emotional regulation, diving into neuroscience, brainwave activity, breathwork, meditation, mindfulness)
And the spirit (having studied extensively all the different religions, philosophies, traditions, and associated views and practices)
Working with me, you not only create balance and health in life, you create an optimal environment, a lifestyle, with individualized tools and practices, exercise and nutrition, and you surround yourself with others that truly help you thrive in it.
Schedule a consult with me, let's help you level up in every area of your life, and create the life YOU want.
Talk soon!
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December 15th, 2021
You are not broken.
If you've made an attempt to change something in your life with regards to your health, diet, exercise, career, creating an ideal relationship, partnership, but time and time again have found yourself either unable to create what you've been wanting to, or find yourself sabotaging, self destructing, procrastinating, creating a business or wealth and losing it... it's not your fault.
Your current reality is based on your current identity (not enough money, love, etc.).
You find discomfort with your current reality and make an attempt to change something and move in the direction of your desired reality (which you believe will create you a new identity).
That's great!
But... you find it an uphill struggle, and find yourself almost inevitably rebounding back to your original state.
And you try different programs, diets, coaches, self development courses, books...
And you keep working on yourself, keep trying to heal, excel...
But still... it's a challenge. And still, you muscle through it.
It's NOT your fault it's so difficult.
The self development industry, with the absolute best of intentions, has unfortunately got you caught in a self perpetuating loop of failure.
It has you consistently working on yourself with an unspoken underlying assumption that you're broken.
And because that's the case, your identity becomes enmeshed with that.
And of course, if you try to change that, your ego, which is completely wrapped up in your identity, will do everything it can, subconsciously (where 95% of our day to day is generated from), to preserve itself.
IT doesn't want to be changed, destroyed. And it will prevent you from manifesting that reality, always, reverting you to who you are, NOW.
Only in FIRST shifting your identity to match the one you see for yourself in the future, and adopting a new paradigm, a new structure, will you be able to then bring about something far more solid and lasting.
THIS is how I approach the work I do.
And if THAT'S something you'd be interested in learning more about, I invite you to schedule a free consult with me 🙂
Time to create your dream reality.
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November 26th, 2021
Gratitude can literally alter the brain. Yup.
A consistent gratitude practice will change the way your brain - and therefore you! - works. It's quite the effective productivity and immune hack.
Thought this would be a great time to talk about it given that we're celebrating Thanksgiving in the states!
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy one by the way - I'm still digesting here on my end hehe
(I wanted to drop this video yesterday but in true holiday fashion, the day and all the holiday prep and cooking caught up to me!)
But enough of that, going to make this short and quick.
A consistent gratitude practice in the morning for as little as 5 minutes will result in an increase in activity in the anterior cingulate cortex, an area of the brain located towards the front. Increases here allow for more empathy and pro social behavior.
You'll also find an elevation in motivation.
Furthermore, when you engage more of the frontal lobes, you find an increased ability to focus, pay attention, improve executive functioning, decision making, and impulse control.
This same practice ALSO results in a decrease in activity in the limbic system. Fear, stress, anxiety all go down.
Not only that, it's also highly immuno protective and results in a decrease in pro inflammatory cytokines.
Not only are you happier, more sociable, more productive, alert, efficient...
BUT healthier as well.
It's a win win.
And I think we can all stand to have some more of those things in our lives, and with research showing you only need about 5 minutes to create the changes I described above, it seems wild not to reach for those benefits by starting your own daily practice.
Gratitude will truly reframe and reshape the way you perceive and engage the world around you.
What's your plan of action to incorporate more of this? 🙂
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November 24th, 2021
Think that your thoughts and emotions can't effect the body?
Well, not only DO they effect the body, but it's incredible how FAST that shift can occur (highlighting just how important it is that we be mindful of what we think, feel, and believe).
When I first came across this particular study I was quite mind blown by how IMMEDIATE of a physical change the body undergoes depending on the state the individual is in.
Individuals with multiple personality disorder. One body. Multiple identities.
Now get this, if one of those personalities has an allergic reaction to peanuts, it doesn't necessarily translate over to the others, EVEN THOUGH IT'S STILL THE SAME BODY.
If that individual shifts to a different personality, they may no longer react allergically to a peanut. That personality on the other hand may be prone to getting sun burned, but another one won't.
Each individual personality, with its own thoughts, feelings and beliefs, results in very different physical expressions of genes and the proteins they code for.
The body in real time is shifting, changing, in RESPONSE to the personality that is present.
This highlights the importance of our internal programs i.e. our belief systems.
Think positive and health affirming thoughts, you set the stage for positive and healthy expressions of your DNA.
Think otherwise, you'll find yourself struggling to thrive.
BELIEVE something will be good for you (placebo effect) and it very well may be.
BELIEVE something may be harmful (nocebo effect) and yes, it very well may be.
You have to truly be mindful and aware of the state you find yourself in internally as well as the belief systems you've adopted if you're looking not only to heal and thrive, but genuinely live a life in which your entire person - your body, mind, spirit - is fully expressed.
Start paying attention to your internal world, because in a very real way, it will determine the expression and manifestation of your external, physical body and environment.
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November 21, 2021
What is YOUR big domino?
The one thing, that should you change/optimize, it will change and optimize every other part of your life.
The one thing that will improve all the other things i.e. fitness, health, career, family, relationship, performance, mental and emotional wellbeing.
When you figure out what you need to look at and address as the PRIMARY thing, THEN you break that ONE thing down into many smaller, simpler, easier steps... and start there.
For some, it's their nutrition. They shift that, and inflammation goes down, unnecessary fat melts off, their brains operate more efficiently, they perform better at school, work, they feel calmer, more centered, grounded.
For others, perhaps it's regulating their nervous system. Developing different tools and practices to support their mental and emotional health.
Others still may need to look at and address subconscious programs and patterns of behavior.
Or look at and address certain people and relationships in their lives.
We all intuitively know what that THING is. But we often need help and guidance as well as accountability in developing a plan and strategy and following through.
And that's truly where my work comes in. I study every angle and dimension of mind and body so that I can support others in all those different areas knowing perfectly well that when they show up differently as their best selves... they will naturally raise all those around them.
It's why I do what I do.
If there's any area in your life you currently need that same support in right now, and are curious to see if working with me can move you in the right direction, schedule a consult with me.
Let me show you how we can take you from where you are now, to where you want to be 🙂
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November 19, 2021
What is the one thing you can do that will make EVERY other thing you do that much easier and more effective?
From fat loss to muscle building. From lowering inflammation to helping the body heal from chronic health issues.
From enjoying better relationships with loved ones to performing at higher levels with increased efficiency, productivity, and all around performance.
Learning to regulate your nervous system.
With daily habits, practices, routines, everything from journaling to a gratitude practice, to the food you eat, your sleep, to walks in nature, exercise, breathwork and meditation.
If you're looking to not only heal, but to thrive and truly optimize every dimension of your life, learning how to effectively navigate your thoughts, emotions, and to upregulate and downregulate your nervous system depending on what you're intending to do is one of the ABSOLUTE most important things we can do for ourselves, and by extension, for those around us.
Our friends, families, colleagues, employees.
Though we do it for ourselves, the world benefits just as much because of the way we then show up in it 🙂
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November 17, 2021
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November 7, 2021
What most don't realize is that what got me started in this field are my own health challenges. I didn't get interested in it at first because I thought it'd be what I would end up doing... but because I wanted to heal.
Anxiety. Depression. Suicidal Ideation. Eating disorders. Perfectionism and complete burnout. A lifetime of illness starting the moment I came out of the womb. Body dysmorphia. Gut issues. Skin issues.
At my worst, my body completely breaking down, kidneys and liver shutting down, and dropping (a 6 foot male) from a healthy 185 pounds down to 118.
When doctors couldn't help me, putting me only on round after round of tests, not understanding the complexity of the situation or fully grasping the connection between mind and body, with the last doctor telling me I ought to try to get my weight back up by eating cheeseburgers and drinking milkshakes every night, I could only then resort to really doing the work to heal myself.
Course after course. Certification after certification. Book after book. Seminar after seminar. I accumulated and practiced many skills and tools NOT to make a career out of it, but to save my life.
But in that work, in that transformation, I found what I was called to do.
Empower others to do what I did for my own self.
Optimizing body with individualized exercise and nutrition.
Honing and strengthening mental and emotional resilience and regulation.
Addressing every imbalance, from sleep to hydration, to relationships and careers.
Doesn't matter who you are. What you do. How old you may be.
Being human is just that, being human.
And to truly thrive, you need to address EVERY facet of your life.
And that's my work, my purpose.
If it resonates with you in any way, and you want to learn more about it to see how working with me can best serve you, schedule a consult with me.
Talk to me.
Show me who you are, and what you want to become.
And I'll help you create the path for yourself and give you what you need to get there 🙂


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The Jakarta Fair: Jakarta, West Java
One of the great attractions about Jakarta is the numerous festivals held there. Of course the most famous being the Jazz Festival and recently the Rock Parade. But the administration of Jakarta also caters for the children and the bigger kids in us. In Indonesia it will soon be the school holidays for thousands of kids and what a time they will have at the yearly Jakarta Fair. Okay, us big kids too!. Besides the usual entertainment like bazaars, food and rides, there will also be a lot of companies promoting their goods to the consumers. The event will be held at the huge Jakarta Fairground in Kemayoran which is located in Central Jakarta.
The Jakarta Fair
12th-13 June
Jakarta Fair Ground
Central Jakarta
Open: Between 3.30 and 10 p.m., Monday to Thursday
3.30 to 11 p.m., Friday
10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on weekends
Cost: Monday to Friday – Rp 15,000 and Rp 20,000 on weekends
Weekends – Rp20,000


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Make won ton from scratch, serve it up 'ono
By Joan Namkoong
Special to The Advertiser
Tonight, we're making won tons from scratch — easier than it sounds, just takes a few willing hands. Get everyone together and then enjoy them several different ways.
First, put together the filling. If you want to "grind' the pork the authentic way, mince it with two rapidly wielded Chinese cleavers until it's smooth and fluffy.
• 1 pound fresh ground island pork
• 1 pound shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts, about half of an 8-ounce can
• 1/3 cup minced green onion, about 3 medium
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons finely minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
Place all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix together well.
Makes about 2 1/2 pounds.
Per won ton: 50 calories, 2 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 20 mg cholesterol, 125 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 0 g fiber, 0 g sugar, 4 g protein
For the filling recipe, you will need about 60 won ton wrappers (buy these commercially, preferably at a Chinese fresh-noodle shop). To shape the won ton, hold the wrapper like a diamond, one point pointing at you, instead of a square. Moisten two adjoining edges of the diamond with water or a beaten egg. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling on one half of the diamond. Fold the other half of the diamond over and pinch to seal the edges.
You'll now have a triangle; moisten one of the two points on the long side of the triangle. Bring the two points together and press firmly to join.
Place the won tons on a baking sheet; cover and refrigerate until ready to cook. To freeze won tons, arrange them evenly on a baking sheet and put into the freezer. When they are frozen, about 30 to 45 minutes, transfer them to a plastic bag, seal and return to the freezer. When you are ready to cook the won tons, remove them from the freezer and thaw slightly or cook frozen in boiling water.
To cook won ton, bring a large, wide pot of water to a boil. When the water is boiling, add the won ton. Cook them in batches, depending on the size of your pot. They will sink to the bottom; give them a gentle stir so they do not stick to the pot. As the won ton cook, they will float to the surface. Once they reach the surface, let them cook another minute or so before removing them from the water.
You can also fry won tons for homemade "pot stickers" — heat peanut oil in wok, arrange pot stickers in oil, cook until browned, add a half cup or so of water, cover and allow to steam until filling is cooked through.
Serve won ton in a good broth — chicken, pork or one made with ham bones. Embellish it with slices of fresh ginger, a few green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
• Fresh, washed, raw spinach leaves (the hot broth will cook them)
• Fresh bok choy, kai choy, watercress or carrots sliced and blanched briefly in boiling water
• Slices of char siu (barbecued pork)
• Chopped green onion
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Cooked soy beans
• Slices of fresh mushrooms such as ali'i, maitake, hon shimeiji or pepeiau (briefly cook the mushrooms by immersing them in your broth; remove with a strainer)
• Bamboo shoots, cut into julienne strips or slices
• Whole cooked shrimp
Table condiments are a must. Try:
• Hot Chinese mustard
• Soy sauce
• Chili sauce like sambal or Sriracha
• Pickled ginger
• A drizzle of sesame oil
• One of the key ingredients in won ton and Asian cooking in general is fresh ginger. It's one of Hawai'i's finest crops, highly regarded for its pungency and quality. To learn more about ginger, how to peel, cut, grate and mince it, go to www.shareyourtable.com for a video.
• All shrimp is frozen unless you are buying Hawai'i-grown shrimp from a shrimp farm. Your supermarket may have trays of what appear to be fresh shrimp, but they've just thawed them for you.
• When you're making won ton, the size of the shrimp doesn't matter, since you're going to chop it. Small shrimp are fine, though they may require a little more time to prepare than larger shrimp. Larger shrimp tend to be costlier; use them when you're going to prepare them whole. To save time, buy shrimp that are already peeled and deveined.


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Frey Ranch, Nevada's only estate distillery and winery, will be featured on Travel Channel's TV show, Booze Traveler on Monday, April 3 at 10 p.m. PT. Following a visit to the ranch in September 2016, host Jack Maxwell met with owners Colby and Ashley Frey to taste and learn about the Frey Ranch products.
Focused on finding the world's most interesting cocktail, Maxwell travels the world searching for new spirits and meeting the people who craft and drink them. On a whirlwind tour of Nevada's "Wild West," Maxwell spent an afternoon in Fallon, touring Frey Ranch, drinking the spirits and learning about the From Ground to Glass operation. On a tour of the property, owner and operator, Colby Frey showed Maxwell the centerpiece of the distillery — a one-of-a-kind, custom-made Vendome still that can produce 10,000 cases of spirits a month. Head distiller Russel Wedlake also spoke with Maxwell in between tastings about the process of creating the different spirits that bear the Frey name.
"We can't even begin to express how excited and honored we are to be featured on Booze Traveler," said Colby Frey, who also distills and makes wine at Frey Ranch. "We loved meeting Jack Maxwell and the entire Booze Traveler crew and sharing the passion we have for our product with them. We hope that they enjoyed sampling our spirits as much as we enjoy making them."
Open for two years, Frey Ranch currently produces vodka and gin, as well as more select spirits such as absinthe, barrel-aged gin and a series of different whiskeys that will reach maturity in 2018. Spirits such as the gin are estate products, meaning that the entire process — from the farming the crops to bottling the spirits — is done on the ranch. While the process is lengthy, it guarantees the Frey's have total control over their spirits at every step of production and ensures that the highest quality spirits is produced every time. This perfection was showcased in 2016 when Frey Ranch Gin was awarded a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Frey Vodka also took home a Bronze medal during the same competition.
Currently, Frey Ranch spirits are available throughout Nevada, California and several other states. Frey Ranch is located in Churchill County and, in the midst of its 1,200-acre farm, sits the 4,600 square-foot distillery featuring a stillroom, tank room, barreling room, tasting room and a malt house. In addition to the custom Vendome still, there are four 5,000 gallon fermenters, one 5,000 gallon mash cooker, one 5,000 gallon beer well, one 500 gallon pot still, a 24-foot continuous still and 23-foot vodka column.
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UK jet engine maker Rolls-Royce is in talks with Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) on a possible partnership that would see the companies jointly supply engines for a new wide-body aircraft planned by China and Russia, Bloomberg reports.
The two companies met earlier this year to discuss cooperation on the turbine for the CR929 wide-body, said people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be named. A request for proposals for the engine has already been issued with responses due in May, at which time the prospects for the venture may change in line with the airplane maker's specifications.
Earlier this month, Paul Stein, chief technology officer of Rolls-Royce said his company is seeking to become the provider of engines for the Russian-Chinese wide-body long-range passenger aircraft
"We are taking it very seriously. We want to be the engine provider. The CR929 will invite a lot of positive competition and innovative opportunities to the aviation industry. China has an ambition in developing its civil aviation industry. Rolls-Royce wants to be part of that ambition and growth… The CR929 will be an excellent aircraft. We want to offer something we know already, which is the engine with one of the latest proven technologies. We want to guarantee the commercial success of this new aircraft model," Stein said.
The new aircraft manufacturer formed by Commercial Aircraft Corp of China and Russia's United Aircraft Corp. called Craic, is aimed at breaking up the duopoly in wide-bodies controlled by Boeing and Airbus and follows efforts by Comac to build its own single-aisle aircraft. That plane uses engines manufactured exclusively by CFM International, a joint venture between General Electric and France's Safran.
The CR929 is slated to be a 280-seat wide-body jet that can fly about 12,000 kilometers. In May last year, UAC chairman Yury Slyusar told Bloomberg News in Shanghai that the new plane will need "billions of US dollars" in investment and it aims delivery of the aircraft to customers by 2025-2027.


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A look inside my backpack – 6 month trip
So you've got 6 months and a round-the-world ticket. The glaring question is obvious: What are you going to pack? The answer: As little as possible. Over 6 months, you're likely to see lots of different climates and conditions, so it's impossible to bring everything you'll need. It's inevitable that you'll need to pick things up along the way – like a cheap fleece jacket to hike the lower hills of the himalayas that you can give away before you head back to the tropics. So here's a quick run-down of the few things that made it through the entire trip and proved indispensable:
- The Backpack – Of course. This one was $100 bucks from REI's online outlet store. What would we do with out them? I could afford to get a sizable pack, being 6'3″ but it could be cumbersome at times, particularly on crowded train rides.
- The Shirt – Normally, I have a big problem spending $60 on a shirt. But this long-sleeved Columbia moisture-wicking bad boy proved invaluable. It's comfortable in any climate and was the only article of clothing to make it through the ordeal. It's still perfect today.
- The Water Filter – Just because water's bottled doesn't mean it's safe. In India, almost NONE of the major bottled water brands pass EU quality standards. Our model was a little convoluted though, and I think we got some mold in one of our tubes, find the most compact, simple, yet effective filter you can.
- The Money Belt – I don't know that this actually would have deterred any real muggers, but it was good to have all the essentials against my skin at all times, especially for scatter-brained travelers like your truly.
- Headlamp – Essential for late nights, especially after too much local whiskey.
- Sleeping gear – We picked up a lightweight blanket and a sleeping sheet in India, and they stayed with us the rest of the way, it's amazing how any uses there are for a good ol' rectangle of fabric. We also lugged around a mosquito net for peace of mind.
- Sunscreen – Duh.
- Drugs – No not those kind of drugs. That's a bad idea, especially in Malaysia (try on the death penalty for marijuana possession for size… not a real good fit, eh?) But a healthy supply of Cipro and anti-malarials can come in handy.
- Sandals – This is a vacation after all, right? I mean, you did plan to go to the beach, didn't you?
- Locks – Of all sizes. A good (but not foolproof) deterrent for overnight bus and train rides.
- Towels – A locally purchased sarong or other lightweight cloth makes an ideal traveling towel.
This certainly isn't a comprehensive checklist, but it is the items that we soon found we didn't want to do without. And for news geeks like me, add a short wave radio so you can tune into the BBC, even from the darkest jungles.


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Greg S. CutchallDec 27, 2018 12:07PM ● By Greg S. Cutchall
Greg S. Cutchall, 66
I am the president and CEO of Cutchall Management Co. I have also been husband to Molly Cutchall for 19 years, and we have three children and four grandchildren.
When I think back on my accomplishments, I am most proud of my family, and of not only surviving, but flourishing in a tough business (restaurants) for 36 years.
My family brings me happiness, as do my friends, and I also enjoy helping my employees grow and succeed within my company.
My advice for living life is to enjoy every day, look for the positive, and don't sweat the small stuff. As for aging gracefully, I think I'm lucky to have good genes, but I also think people should stay active and engaged in both work and life.
This article first appeared in the January/February 2019 edition of 60PLUS in Omaha Magazine. To receive the magazine, click here to subscribe.


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It's not about being a trophy wife any longer, but being an equal.
By Christine Schoenwald — Written on Dec 07, 2015
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As shown on Mad Men, it used to be that a successful man showed he had really made it by having a beautiful, if not always super-intelligent woman on his arm. She was arm candy, and once they married she became what was known as a trophy wife.
A trophy wife was the perfect stay-at-home mom who cooked, cleaned, and was more than presentable in social situations. If she was on the less intelligent or accomplished side, that was OK ... as long as she was beautiful.
But things have changed, and as a Huffington Post article suggests, the new modern trophy wife isn't just prized for her looks — she's now intelligent, strong, and surpasses her significant other's earning power as an alpha female. When considering a relationship (which the alpha female doesn't necessarily need), she aims to be part of a power couple, not someone else's attractive plus one.
Mark Zuckerberg married his college sweetheart, Priscilla Chan, a Harvard and medical school graduate. George Clooney married Amal Alamuddin, a London-based Lebanese-British lawyer, activist, and author who specializes in international law, criminal law, human rights, and extradition. These women may have married famous, extremely successful men, but they're not slouches when it comes to achievement.
Status is attached to a woman who is successful, not to a woman who can only offer an attractive package. Here's what you need to know about the new trophy wife.
1. Trophy wives of the past are the powerful alpha women of the present.
Men are no longer the success object and women aren't the sex object; it's now about powerful people seeking powerful partners. Peer marriage is the goal, as is respect for both parties.
2. Her success makes her attractive.
As Henry Kissinger once said, "Power is the ultimate aphrodisiac." And the new trophy wife can hold her own in the boardroom as well as the bedroom. She's not afraid to ask for exactly what she wants. Big brains are beauty must-have.
3. She's an alpha earner.
The modern-day trophy wife doesn't depend on her husband to take care of her financially. She actually often makes more money than he does. High-income female providers are becoming more prevalent and men are starting to pay more attention to a woman's earning potential when choosing a mate.
University of Wisconsin economist Maria Cancian says, "It used to be that men were a good catch because they were high earners. It now looks like this applies to women, too."
4. She's crazy smart.
The new trophy wife is not only educated in the finest universities, but she has street smarts as well. Although her education was completed, she's always actively learning and growing.
5. She works her ass off.
The power partner isn't content to stay where she's at in terms of her career. She's goal-orientated and strives to be the best at everything, Whatever her job is, she got there by starting at the bottom and working her way up; no one handed her anything. She's not afraid of hard work; in fact, she thrives on it.
6. She isn't afraid to voice her opinion.
The trophy wife of the past let her husband do the talking and tried to sit there and look pretty, but the current one has no problem telling you what's on her mind. She isn't afraid to give you advice on something you're not doing right. Guess what? She doesn't even care if you like her or not.
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7. She can be intimidating.
The power alpha female will call you out on your sh*t, especially if you have outdated ideas about gender roles.
Now, when you hear the term trophy wife, you'll know they aren't referring to the subservient woman who used her looks instead of her brains, but to the confident, career-driven woman who cannot only match her partner in earning capabilities, but exceed him.


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When the cast of Saved by the Bell reunited for the cover of the current issue of People magazine, Zack Morris and the rest of his Bayside besties cruelly decided to freeze Dennis "Mr. Belding" Haskins and Dustin "Screech" Diamond out of the proceedings. And lest you think their invites were simply lost by the mail, Haskins put in a call to the Detroit News to voice his displeasure at being left out of the hottest reunion since New Kids on the Block, a reunion that he kick-started by being the first SBTB cast member to appear on the Late Night With Jimmy Fallon show. "I earned the right to be there. If anybody deserved to be on that cover, it was Dennis Haskins," he explained. "I want people to know it was not my choice not to be there, because I would have been there. It hurts my feelings, but I'll live." But while Haskins is left with a case of hurt feelings, things aren't exactly going swimmingly for Dustin Diamond, either.
And no, we're not talking about him being cropped and Photoshopped out of existence like some third-rate member of the McFly family. According to the New York Observer, Dustin Diamond's deal to write a tell-all memoir for Gotham Books fell through a few months back. According to a source, Gotham Books dropped the project after they deemed the ghostwritten manuscript to be unpublishable, largely because "it contained many assertions about cast members from Saved by the Bell that Gotham felt were unverifiable." Fans looking for likely false gossip about the former SBTB cast mates need not fret, though. It appears as if a small Montreal operation called Transit Publishing will release the book on September 29. Just don't expect Zack, Kelly, Slater, Lisa, and Jessie to show up at the Maxx for the book-release party.
Related: Poor Screech Cropped and Photoshopped Out of Existence by Mean-spirited People Photo Department
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Pvt. John F. Joyce
55th United States Infantry
Company G 103
26th Division
He received a Congressional Medal of Honor in 1919 for his service behind enemy lines.
"My grandfather lost his hearing from shell shock in France during the war in 1917/18 — he was an infantry messenger delivering notes behind enemy lines. He never learned sign language, so we always communicated by writing words in the palm of our hands. He became a sign painter and cartoonist for a living and on the side, trained and raced greyhounds — I still have his twin-collar, dog release/leash and treasure his paint box and brushes to this day. It would be an honor to work on this project in some capacity in recognition of his sacrifice and for that of many others who never made it home."
Tom Joyce


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$709 billlion in reserve accumulation in 2004
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The BIS annual report is out.
Let no one doubt something changed in the global economy, starting in 2002.
1999 global reserve increase: $140 b
2000 global reserve increase: $158 b2001 global reserve increase: $111 b
2002 global reserve increase: $355 b2003 global reserve increase: $620 b (plus $45 b transferred to two state banks in China)
2004 global reserve increase: $709 billion2005 global reserve increase: ?
My bet is close to $600 billion, even without Japan. Mostly in China, Malaysia, Taiwan, India AND the world's oil exporters. Maybe more if more of the $60 a barrel "oil windfall" shows up in reserves.
Note that the 2003 and 2004 increase includes "valuation gains" as the dollar value of the world's euro reserves rose. Take out the valuation gains (roughly $70b in 2004) in 2004 and the valuation losses now expected in 2005, and 2004 and 2005 reserve accumulation may not look all that different.
The BIS, unfortunately, did not include a breakdown between the increase in dollar and non-dollar reserves in this year's annual report. We will have to wait until the IMF releases its annual report in the fall.
It is still pretty clear that the BIS thinks that the US current account deficit is too big, and Asian reserve accumulation is too high -- and neither side is willing to do much to try to preempt possible trouble.
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The Lakers followed their 3 game road losing streak with a 3 game road winning streak, and a very important feature of this lovely little 3 game jaunt around the Pacific Division has been the re-emergence of Pau Gasol's game. Check out the Spaniard's last three box scores; it's guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Over the last three, Gasol is averaging 23 pts, a shade under 10 rebs, 2 blocks, and just 1 turnover per game. Oh, and he's shooting 76% FROM FIELD!! The only thing Pau has not done well in the past three is make free throws.
This is the Pau Gasol that had a few experts pegging him as 1st team All NBA last year, and possibly the best pivot player in the league. This is the Gasol that might be considered the most talented 7 footer in the game. He's been gone for a while, and I guess there's no guarantee he's back to stay. But this is the Pau Gasol that we all fell in love with (strictly in a basketball sense, I swear), and this is the Gasol that's earned the right to say whatever he wants.
There's been plenty of talk amongst others about the talk coming from Pau Gasol. Pau has been quite willing to provide the media with quotes about how the offense should be run. His comments have sparked plenty of debate, but the debate hasn't neccesarily centered on the content. Pau's opinion is that the offense needs to move the ball better, which means the ball needs to make a lot more trips inside. Truthfully, that's damn near fact. In order for the Lakers to win, considering the talent they have on their roster, the offense has to work from the inside out, and everyone on the team knows it. So what's the big problem so many Laker fans have had with Pau's comments? Depsite the validity of his argument, Pau's play the past couple of months (as he's been doing the talking) hasn't exactly justified the commentary.
A look at Gasol's February statistics explains things more clearly. How can Gasol claim the ball should run through him when he's shooting less than 50% from the post (nearly 10% less than his normal percentage)? How can it be a good thing to give Gasol more possessions when he's already turning the ball over 2.7 times/game, despite a relatively low usage? How can he be trusted with the keys to the offense when his hands seem to have developed an inability to hold onto the ball, especially in key moments? These are all of the questions which spawned from Pau Gasol's assertions. Gasol wasn't wrong in his evaluation of the Lakers offensive struggles, but his timing was not good.
Instead of taking his commentary at face value, the general opinion amongst us Laker fans is that Pau needed to put up or shut up. People once again started complaining about how "soft" Gasol is. They clamored for Pau to take it to the rim. "You're 7 feet tall, dunk the damn ball!" became the battle cry for the anti-Gasol movement. To those people, I have just one thing to say. Pau Gasol is still "soft", at least in the way you are thinking of. Wonderfully, beautifully, efficiently soft.
In the past few games, we haven't seen an increase in Gasol power moves. He hasn't been going to the bucket hard, throwing down monster dunks. That's not who Gasol is, he's a finesse player. The issue with Gasol's recent play isn't that he's been soft, it's that his soft play hasn't been successful. The hooks have been rimming out, the 15 foot jumpers haven't been falling. This isn't about aggression or strength. It was just a slump, one that lasted a long time. In fact, I think that Gasol was so bothered by the slump that he actually tried to up his aggression. He started trying to go hard to the bucket, and he wasn't successful because he was trying to play a power game with a finesse body.
Now, we are once again seeing the full Gasol arsenal, and its a joy to watch. He's got the hooks with either hand. He's got the 15 foot jumpers. He's got the fade aways. I won't say that his slump is officially over until he starts doing this against a team with a more formidable front line than you can find in the Pacific division, but he's certainly on his way to re-capturing the magic that we so desparately need him to find. And that magic isn't an extra 20 pounds of muscle.
And now, if the Lakers continue to struggle to feed Gasol (and Bynum, who's play of late has also been quite good) in the post, Gasol has every right to say something about it. The past few games, the Lakers have done a much better job of forcing it inside, but better does not equal good. With Bynum and Gasol both playing well for the first time in memory, the ball should start inside on every possession. Gasol's started putting up, so he's earned the right to not shut up.


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1. Two Ways To Belong In America
Bharati Mukherjee illustrates an example of adapting to a conventional American culture and its effects on a person's identity in the essay "Two Ways to Belong in America." She begins the story by providing some background information about herself and her sister inevitably leading up to the debate over the "two sides". ... While her sister held her heritage and culture very close, Mukherjee adapted to the American culture in which she lived. While Mira states that she feels "some kind of irrational attachment to India that I don't to America (455)," Mukherjee, claims that, "Ameri...
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