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Still stressing over what to do for Valentine's Day? Well, worry not, I've got you covered with 10 last-minute Valentine's Day ideas!
1 - Go on a Picnic
My personal favorite includes spending time outside in great weather (if you're lucky enough to live somewhere that is having great weather right now), and eating! Picnics are usually a good idea because you can go shopping for the food together or make it at home which is always a fun little adventure.
Plus, picnics happen to be super wallet friendly!
2 - Do DIY's
If you, and/or whoever you're spending Valentine's Day with, love spending your time doing DIY's on a regular basis, try looking up some fun new crafts that you all could do together. DIY's are great because now both of you will be creating something that you'll hopefully use/wear often.
If you're stuck on what to DIY, I recommend looking up cool ideas on TikTok, YouTube, or simply thinking about something that you'd both love to have but can't make the commitment of spending much money on.
3 - Go Thrift Shopping
In my opinion, thrift shopping is one of the most underrated activities. Here me out, you get to go shopping for a fraction of the cost; no brainer! There are tons of great thrift shops in your area, I'm sure, and they're all just one Google Maps search away.
If you're someone who doesn't like wearing/owning pre-owned goods, I encourage you to get over that phase of your life because thrift shopping is a magical experience. But, if you're strictly opposed to that idea, then there's more for us!
4 - Go to Dinner
Going out to dinner is always a great excuse to get dressed up for your partner, or whoever you're spending the day with. Plus, you can always try out a new restaurant or try a new dish at your favorite place together.
While going out to dinner isn't always the most cost-effective date idea, your stomachs will thank you later, and you'll probably get to enjoy a really great nap after the food you just had!
5 - Have a Movie Night
Whether you're the couple that likes to binge watch tv shows and movies, or you just enjoy watching a movie here and there, movie nights are always the perfect excuse to stay in all night and eat all of your favorite snacks.
Personally, I love taking a walk, or quick drive, to the nearest gas station to pick up my favorite unhealthy snacks before having a lazy night in.
6 - Cook Dinner & Dessert
For those of us who enjoy a great meal but are usually too lazy to actually cook a great meal, Valentine's Day is the perfect time to get out of lazy town and cook a meal with a loved one.
Along with your meal, you can also make dessert and make your experience cute like out of a scene of a corny rom-com.
7 - Go on a Road/Day Trip
Road trips and day trips are pretty much exactly what we all need right about now. With the current state of the pandemic, most of us have been severely lacking in our travels and the travel-itch is only getting stronger! Taking a road trip to somewhere nearby is a relatively safe option as you could spend most of your time outdoors while still travelling.
8 - Roller Skating
Roller skating and/or skateboarding are always a fun time. Even though indoor roller rinks aren't the safest options at the moment, you can always go grab yourself a pair of roller skates and skate at a skatepark or any open flat ground that you may find such as an empty parking lot.
Roller skating is a great way to get active and spend time outdoors while enjoying each others time, and being socially distanced from others who may be at the skate park.
9 - Build a Fort
I know it may seem a bit immature, but building a fort will bring you an unexplainable joy, just trust me. Who didn't have the best time building forts with their friends when they were younger?? I know I did!
You could always hook up a projector, have snacks, cuddle, or whatever else you want to do in your newfound kingdom.
10 - Go Paddle Boating
If you're lucky enough to live next to a lake that offers paddle boat rentals, or you have a paddle boat of your own, I highly recommend hitting the water this Valentine's Day. You could go for a romantic sunset paddle cruise or just enjoy the day on the lake.
"Whoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven."
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In several schools, I attended, my intellectual friends loved to needle me whenever a terrible disaster struck, killing many. They knew I was devoted to God Almighty, so they had choice words for me:
"How can you even say there is a God?!! If there was a God and He was a good God He wouldn't let such things happen in His creation! No, Clint, you are so mistaken! You worship this so called loving God who you say created the whole Universe. If HE does exist, how could HE be kind or even good and let innocent people die like flies?? Clint, you are so messed up! How can you believe that stupid stuff your parents taught about God? It is totally illogical!"
I had no good answer back then, except that I just knew somewhere, deep down in my inner being, that God was good, even if I didn't understand why calamities come.
Oh how I wish I could tell those ones now what I learned in God's Word. If only I had been a deeper and better student of the Bible back then. But, I suppose I was too young in the faith, too new a believer.
Today I know that their question, "How could a loving God let these calamities happen," was not even a valid question! The reason I had no answer was that my friends had the wrong question. The correct question is this:
"How can mankind allow these terrible calamities to happen??"
In Genesis I learned that before sin entered this World the weather was perfect, so perfect nobody needed a house! It didn't even rain. The Earth was watered by condensation or dew that came at night. Every green leaf was a salad. There were no poisonous plants. Everything was perfect. From what I read in Genesis it appears that there was nothing in the original creation that was dangerous, vile, violent or corrupt, except that old Serpent, the Devil. The Earth was a house of safety, a perfect haven floating amongst the stars, that God had created for Adam and Eve to enjoy.
But when Adam and Eve shoved the curse of sin down the throat of God's creation, Paul tells us that the whole creation began to groan.
"For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now." [Romans 8:22]
God's creation began to sink into depression, mourning and writhing. Sin thrust the creation into a struggling to set itself free, to wrench itself loose from the stronghold of the curse of darkness! Sin is like the cinch strap that is tightened cruelly about the body of an unbroken horse, in order to insure the horse will buck more wildly at a rodeo. The cinch makes the horse so uncomfortable that it must buck! Sin makes the creation buck!
A related scene unfolds when we read about the Exodus of Israel, as they traveled, being led by the glory cloud, the pillar of cloud and fire. Those who pitched their tents close to the pillar of fire were warmed in the otherwise cold desert nights. During the terrible heat of the desert sun the glory cloud became a huge canopy, providing a miracle cooling for any who would draw near. Psalm 91 reflects on this when it says:
"He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." [Psalm 91:1]
God's glory cloud was shade by day and a warmth by night. Under the glory cloud it was a little Garden of Eden! But those who insisted on setting up their tents farthest from the glory cloud, who had little use for the Lord, found themselves in dangers from the outside evil forces. By choosing to stay away from the glory cloud, they were placing themselves at the mercy of a cinched-up and sin-cursed creation!
And so when Adam and Eve sinned, when they laid down their intimacy with God in order to seek after knowledge, they were sending powerful messages to God. One of those messages was, "We want to have knowledge! We are smart enough to be TOTALLY in charge here!" And God, being above all gentlemen, backed off. And when God backs off, the glory cloud of safety and protection backs off too. And then things start to get chaotic.
In recent history mankind has not lessened the "back off" message that Adam sent God. Instead mankind has intensified that message. In general we humans act like we want God to be sure and take a long walk on a short peer. The only time some people think of God is when calamity strikes. And when calamities do strike, men are very quick to blame God. In the insurance world they used to call "calamity," "acts of God."
It could very well be that the rebellion against God of my own Nation, the USA, has further cinched-up the creation. When this Nation stands before God, I will not be surprised if we discover that some of these awful calamities, on the far side of the planet, were somehow connected to America. Our sins, as a Nation, could be cinching-up the creation, in such a way, that the creation bucks harder and more violently.
Weather scientists are beginning to understand that the wave of a butterfly's wing in Brazil could ultimately impact the weather thousands of miles away. That is why it is so hard to accurately predict weather, the smallest things have an effect. And if that is so in the physical world, how much more in the spiritual world that touches all.
My Bible tells me that God is going to continue, for awhile longer, backing off, concerning the control of the Earth. God is going to let sin come to full fruit. God is going to let evil run the creation to a point where only God can save it. Isaiah 24:5 tells how man is actually destroying the Earth and laying it waste.
"The earth also is defiled under the inhabitants thereof; because they have transgressed the laws, changed the ordinance, broken the everlasting covenant."
My Bible also tells me that Jesus is going to show up to take back what is God's. He will rule a thousand years and show how truly wonderfully God can run things, as compared to mankind.
So next time someone asks you, "How could God allow such terrible things," you might pray that the Lord would help you to very kindly and lovingly point out what mankind has been saying to God for centuries. The human race has been telling God what two year olds tell their parents, "I can do it MYSELF!!" Frank Sinatra was not joking when he sang that hit song, "I Did It My Way!" Remind your friend that God knows how to take a hint. And the real question is "Why would mankind allow such things to happen? Why won't all peoples repent and invite the Creator to take back control, and be in charge? Why does man want to be in charge of that which is way beyond his abilities??"
The good news is that each one of us can invite the Lord Jesus to come and control our own life. And we need to choose God every day. God works on a 24 hour basis. And each morning, every 24th hour, you need to choose HIM again. God is such a gentleman that HE wants to be invited every day to take the steering wheel of your life into HIS glorious hands. Our God is a hiding God! We must seek HIM everyday. HE wants to be sought out on a daily basis. HE wants to be invited to take control on a daily basis. Yesterday's prayers are old. God wants to hear our call today, afresh and anew for HIS control.
"Verily thou art a God that hidest thyself, O God of Israel, the Saviour." [Isaiah 45:15]
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In 1988 I moved from the morning show on CKKW to swing shift on CFCA ~ a very welcome move that eventually led to the morning show on CFCA in 1990. These were happy years for me and here are a few memories,
Here's Paul Scott, he was PD at CFCA and asked me to join their staff as a swing guy. Paul is one of the finest people I've had the pleasure of working with in this business. He left CFCA to head up the Broadcast Radio and Television course at Conestoga college. In 1994 after the sale of the radio division to CHUM Limited, he hired me as a radio technologist in the course and I spent 5 years at the college. I hired Paul for CKKW in 19??
CFCA on location at the Waterloo Farmer's Market ~ Ken Sylvester on the other side of the mic.
Wanda Love was the promotion director for CFCA in the late 90's ~ here she's blowing up balloons for our day long stay at the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival. CFCA was on location at the Festival for many years, broadcasting live from a mobile home, and our crew of on-air types usually won the media pancake flipping' and racing event.
Here's a shot of two "over the hill" staffers entering the Double Bucksaw log cutting contest!
Ken Sylvester on the left and fatso Fisher on the right. I can't remember the time we registered in cutting the damn log, but there was a lot of smiles among the serious loggers in the competition. Giggling too!
Fred Merritt working the crowd at the Syrup Festival. Fred was always a great draw as scores of housewives turned out to see their bestest radio friend!
Happy days... here's John "Hoppy" Hodges , famous for his country radio shows on CKKW , regional talent searches, and "getting a well in a day, the Hadco way!!"
In the middle is Greg Shaugnessy, CKKW announcer and presently production director at CKWR.
And last but not least, another good guy, John Yost, from the sales staff of CFCA. John is now the Sales Manager at Oldies 1090 and KOOL-FM.
On the left, CFCA on location at the Farmers Market. That's moi in the suit, Wayne Kooyman from the CFCA sports department, Phil Meighan far left, the operator Mark Heinemann,beside him, and an unknown lady beside me!
We used to do these remotes a few times a year and it was a wonderful opportunity for the station staff to get out and meet the listeners, and it was great fun being together as a group ~ I think we enjoyed each others company more than anything else.]
Here Phil Meighan and Bill Inkol CFCA Sports Director share the MC job at one of the Gourmet Get Together;s. Phil was still doing the morning show at this point and he and Bill used have a discussion and a bit of a rant every morning around sports time. It was a very popular feature of the morning show and the station thought it would be a bit of a blast for the two of them to share the MC duties ~ management was right, it was a blast! Witty, creative, and down right funny! A great time was had by all.
Jeff Hutcheson was with the CFCA sports department and here he is directing traffic at a golf event sponsored by CFCA.
He has gone on to be the delight of thousands on CTV's Canada AM, and along with the work he does on that show, he has an excellent travel show on CTV as well.
Could it be that he's saying, "For those of you who have to go...the necessary room is thatta way!" "Follow me!"
For several years CFCA broadcast from the International Ploughing Match. Dave Imrie CFCA's Farm Editor, and I would live in a mobile home on location and file several reports daily back to the station. Dave did the serious reporting from the business side of the show, and I was responsible for human interest stories, usual with a humorous twist.. Dave is a class act to work with and is still with CTV Western Ontario here in Kitchener. [ CKCO-TV for us old timers ]
We can't forget the technical types in this montage. Here's a very young Erwin Nikel on location with CFCA. Likely he did the tech set up to get the show on the air. It would be his job to set up the set, or booth we would be broadcasting from, check the lines, set up the mic and the equipment, and monitor the whole thing during the broadcast.
Below, we see a "cleaned up, dressed up" Erwin, after getting the remote ready from the Stratford Festival opening night. CFCA would broadcast from the opening night for several years, with interesting highlights of the season and many of the featured actors as guests during the show.
Irwin is still doing radio production with the company. But now it's a CHUM operation, and Irwin works with rych mills [ another super guy ] in production with Oldies 1090, and KOOL-FM.
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07 Mar On Patton and getting back to real organizational leadership
Before political correctness and other "folksy euphemisms" for lackluster, mediocre operational approaches to organizational management, a General named George Patton took an army of Americans from a rag-tag outfit to a well-disciplined, well-supplied army that was second to none in World War II.
His approach was a no-nonsense, lead-by-example, winning attitude that was needed at the time of facing some impossible objectives. Many today in both the public and private sectors, could use a few pages out of his leadership playbook as well as a couple more on his management of resources.
Some people have forgotten him and younger people may have never even heard of him. He was definitely s controversial leader, but in terms of success he "got things done faster, more decisively and most importantly, at a lower cost in that most important and cruelest price of warfare, the lives of his soldiers, than everyone else," according to retired USAFR Major General William A. Cohen.
How do CEOs learn from Patton?
Many business schools should take a look at Patton's achievements and teach organizational management from a pragmatic standpoint, rather than a conceptual standpoint that sometimes cannot be applied in real situations. Unfortunately, most management schools are not leadership schools.
There are several blogspots that focus on poor CEOs and their performance. One blog discussed the Five Worst CEOs of 2007, which included those from BP, Caterpillar, GE, Pepsi-Co, and Wal-Mart. According to the author:
"These CEO's accepted global warming alarmism without facts and failed to anticipate the unintended consequences on their products."
Another segment would be the financial CEOs. Those would include CEOs from Countrywide Financial, CitiBank and others that got crushed in the sub-prime mortgage crisis that is now seeping into the regular mortgage market.
Another CEO that could be put into this category would be Ed Zander, who was supposed to turn around Motorola.
Take a look at these CEOs across these organizations that have stagnated their performance. If they were considered the generals of these organizations, Patton would have dismissed them in a heartbeat. They would not have gotten any golden parachutes for their poor performance either. Patton was not a leader who would tolerate failure, let alone reward it.
The following comments are based on a book I first read several years ago as well as some other sources that I have researched. The book was Patton on Leadership, by Alan Axelrod (1999).
Instilling a sense of urgency
To regain the competitiveness that some say the United States has lost, we need to re-instill those executive qualities and "sense-of-urgency" in organizations through a new breed of executives. Some of the executive facets they should have are:
• A leadership attitude (with a sense-of-urgency).
• A repertoire of leadership skills.
• A leadership image.
• The ability to both speak and write effectively.
• The ability to be creative, adaptive and flexible.
• The ability to understand the competition.
• The ability to create and maintain a quality atmosphere for production and performance.
• The mentoring skills to bring the most out of their subordinates.
• And as the book mentions – the ability of managing the impossible.
There are so many books on various styles of management on the shelves of bookstores that you would think we would have excellent corporate executives. The truth is, many have concerned themselves more with their own trappings and golden parachutes than the success of their organizations.
Since the debacles at Enron, TYCO, and WorldCom, some safeguards have been put in to focus on performance, but executive compensation is still not completely tied to performance.
According to the book, "Patton would tell you that the only meaningful way to evaluate a leader and his or her methods is by looking at the results."
Remembering Patton's lessons
Patton's lessons on leadership contain some excellent ideas and of encouragement.
• Do more than is expected of you.
• Always attack. Never Surrender (In business – always push the market).
• Wars are not won by defensive tactics. (Neither are market shares).
• In the long run, it's what we do, not what we say, that will destroy us.
• Good tactics can save the worst strategy. Bad tactics will destroy even the best strategy.
• Select leaders for accomplishment and not for affection.
• No one is thinking if everyone is thinking alike.
• Lack of orders is no excuse for inaction.
• We can always learn from each other.
There are many more that you can get out of the book.
Churning of the bad apples
If we are to get organizations back into great shape, maybe the approach of rotating one bad CEO from one company to the next should be abandoned. We should stop churning the same bad apples from one barrel to another and start bringing in new executives with fresh ideas. If someone messed up one organization, how are they supposed to come in and be the savior for another one? The results are pretty predictable.
How many poor-performing CEOs have you seen go from one company to the next, collecting a couple of golden parachutes in the process while they messed up many subordinates' careers through their lack of strategy and uncreative cost-cutting approach to try to show profitability.
Patton would have never allowed that. Bad management gets relieved and demoted, not rewarded. Maybe we should start with that reform in corporate leadership.
Carlini-ism: No one follows hollow slogans or rah-rah approaches to management. Lead by example.
Recent articles by James Carlini
• James Carlini: Column on abuse of H-1B program ignites feedback
• James Carlini: H-1B is broken, but which candidate will fix it?
• James Carlini: Blueprint for big broadband not quite big enough
• James Carlini: Not up to speed: What real broadband is all about
• James Carlini: Sluggish economic predictions and lessons from Michigan
See James Carlini interviewed by the STRASSMAN REPORT out of California. The 30-minute video discusses the need for planning Gigabit network infrastructure today in order to be globally competitive tomorrow.
This article previously appeared in MidwestBusiness.com, and was reprinted with its permission.
The opinions expressed herein or statements made in the above column are solely those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wisconsin Technology Network, LLC.


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Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, Arizona offers a laid-back setting that's relaxing any time of year. Though located less than 40 miles from Phoenix, Apache Junction is an oasis of calm, and many RVers use the 138-site state park as a home base while exploring the area.
Half of the sites offer 20/30/50 amp electrical service and water, while the remaining non-hookup sites are set on paved roads for tents or RVs.
Other amenities at Lost Dutchman State Park include restrooms, showers, a water spigot, picnic shelter, dump station, and numerous recreational trails. Regardless of your fitness level, there is a trail to fit everyone's skill level.
The variety of Lost Dutchman trails range from a quarter-mile to four miles, roundtrip. To get your feet wet (not literally!) try the Discovery Trail. This short hike connects the campground and day-use areas where you'll find various information signs, a wildlife pond, bird feeder, and a viewing bench.
Before heading out on any trail, no matter the distance, don't forget to bring water, wear proper footgear, and the trail map that is provided with your entrance fee.
Other area attractions worth exploring include Superstition Mountain Museum or nearby Goldfield Ghost Town.
Roughly eight miles from Lost Dutchman State Park is an excellent golf course—Apache Creek Golf Club. This desert course recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. The 18-hole, par 72 track measures 6,541 yards and is completely devoid of homes. The well-manicured Apache Creek Golf Club, nestled at the foot of the majestic Superstition Mountains, also offers a large driving range, putting green, pro shop, and The Grill at Apache Creek.
For more information on area activities and other things to explore, visit the Apache Junction Chamber website. You can also learn more about camping at Lost Dutchman State Park on CampgroundReviews.com.
Rick Stedman is an avid golfer, RVer, and writer who lives in Olympia, Washington. Rick writes a golf column, "The RV Golfer," which is published every month in rvlife.com. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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- Tulip Inn Munchen Concorde
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- Derag Hotel Max Emanuel
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As one of Germany's most popular destinations, the hotels in Munich offer a wide variety of selections to choose from. From the luxuriant to the economical, accommodations of all sorts are readily available. Of course, many journey to the city for its joyous annual festival, Oktoberfest, but Munich is also widely known for its simmering nightlife. All manner of bars, clubs, and live music can be found any night of the week. In the center of the city, hotels in Munich will be nearby most attractions. Of course, more favorable rates will be found during the off-season than during the warm weather months.
Those looking for Munich airport hotels will not be disappointed. There are about a dozen hotels within fifteen miles of the airport, and finding a shuttle or taxi to or from is not difficult. The Munich airport hotels vary in terms of quality and rates with some well-known names being a bit pricier and some quaint country inns being a bit more economical. The Munich airport hotels are located about fifteen to thirty miles from the center of Munich itself.
If you're in search of more palatial furnishings, the hotels in Munich located near the city's heart will be quite attractive. There are two of particular note which are renowned for their comfort and style.
For sheer historical interest, it's hard to beat the Bayerischer Hof. It was originally opened in 1841 by command of King Ludwig I who wanted a place for his guests to stay in comfort. This Munich Germany hotel has been owned by the Volkhardt family for over a century and specializes in old world charm and exceptional service. The hotel was destroyed during a 1944 aerial bombing run, but was rebuilt within the next twenty years. When you step through the front doors of this Munich Germany hotel, you'll feel as if you're also stepping back in time. The interior furnishings, while modern, inspire a decidedly classical feel. A popular attraction of the hotel is the Blue Spa—a beauty and wellness center with all manner of options available. A rooftop view is also available from the state-of-the-art fitness center, providing an excellent sight of the cityscape. Those looking to treat their bodies to something gentler will find a wealth of different kinds of massage available: from classic to Shiatsu to Ayurveda.
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Munich lacks some of the historical significance of the Bayerischer Hof, but is its equal in comfort and elegance. The interior and exterior of this Munich Germany hotel exudes Neo-Renaissance style. Sweeping staircases lead to spacious rooms filled with handcrafted furnishings. Countless amenities are available, and the Mandarin Oriental is within a short distance of Munich"s most popular attractions.
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Chris Shircliff, PGA head professional from The Standard Club won the Georgia PGA Professional Championship. Shircliff will lead five Georgia Section PGA Professionals to compete in the 54th PGA Professional Championship in the spring of 2021.
Shircliff turned in a winning total of 1-under par 143 at the difficult The River Club and won by one shot over Anthony Cordes, an assistant professional at Cherokee Town & Country Club and PGA Life Member Sonny Skinner.
This marks the first Georgia Section victory for Shircliff, for his efforts he earned the first-place check of $3,400. Finishing in a tie for fourth place at 1-over par 145 was PGA head professional Chris Cartwright of West Pines Golf Club and assistant PGA professional Jake Keen of Maple Ridge Golf Course. Cartwright was able to survive a one-hole playoff on hole 17 for the fourth and final spot in the PGA Professional Championship. Joining the four qualifiers at the National Championship will be J.P. Griffin after claiming his spot via victory in early September at the Georgia PGA Championship at Sea Island Golf Club.
With his second-place finish, Cordes was able to move past Griffin to earn his first OMEGA Georgia PGA Player of the Year Award and claim the Billy Weir Trophy.
The Championship brings together a field of 312 contestants representing the PGA of America's 41 nationwide Sections. The PGA Professional Championship, carrying a $550,000 total purse this year, is broadcast (all four rounds) by Golf Channel. Following 36 holes of play, the field will be trimmed to the low 90 scorers and ties, and following 54 holes of play, the field will be trimmed to the low 70 scorers and ties.
The low 20 scorers in 2021 will earn berths into the 104th PGA Championship in May, at Kiawah Island in South Carolina.


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The NHL Coaches' Association has the objective of helping to support the development of all coaches at all levels of the game. Recognizing the tremendous influence female coaches have on an athlete's future in the game, earlier this year on International Women's Day we proudly announced a new initiative to help support the development of female hockey coaches in particular.
The NHLCA Female Coaches Development Program aims to support coaches in several areas including skills development, leadership strategies, communication tactics, networking and career advancement opportunities.
As part of the joint efforts of the NHLCA and the AHCA Women's Hockey Committee, we have setup a 4 week development program exclusively for NCAA women's hockey coaches as an extension of the NHLCA Mentorship Program.
Each week of the 4 week program will have a different theme and include a session on Monday and Friday.
- The first session on Mondays will include a presentation on the selected topic from a female NCAA Women's Hockey coach. Following her presentation, the NHLCA Mentor Coach will join in to provide feedback and prompt a collaborative discussion, and then the webinar is opened up for an open Q&A discussion with all participants.
- The second session on Fridays will include a presentation from the NHLCA Mentor Coach on that week's selected topic followed by an open Q&A session for all participants.
Week 1: Forward and Defense Skills
Session 1: Presented by Lee-J Mirasolo, Associate Head Coach, Harvard University Women's Hockey
April 27, 2020
Session 2: Presented by Todd Woodcroft, Former Assistant Coach, Winnipeg Jets
May 1, 2020
Week 2: Power Play
Session 1: Presented by Liz Keady Norton, Associate Head Coach, Boston University Women's Hockey
May 4, 2020
Session 2: Presented by Glen Gulutzan, Assistant Coach, Edmonton Oilers
May 8, 2020
Week 3: Practice Planning
Session 1: Presented by Cassie Turner, Head Coach, Quinnipiac University Women's Hockey
May 11, 2020
Session 2: Presented by Jamie Kompon, Associate Coach, Winnipeg Jets
May 15, 2020
Week 4: Team Culture
Session 1: Presented by Bethany Brausen, Assistant Coach, University of Minnesota Women's Hockey
May 18, 2020
Session 2: Presented by Ryan Craig, Assistant Coach, Vegas Golden Knights
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Journal of Geriatrics and Palliative Care
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*Address for Correspondence: Hamid R Okhravi, Glennan Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, USA, E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Citation: Okhravi HR, Walia M, Palmer RM. Skin Angiosarcoma Masquerading as Hematoma in an Elderly Woman. J Geriatrics Palliative Care 2014;2(1):2.
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Journal of Geriatrics and Palliative Care | ISSN 2373-1133 | Volume: 2, Issue: 1
Submission: 04 November 2013 | Accepted: 27 February 2014 | Published: 03 March 2014
Skin Angiosarcoma Masquerading as Hematoma in an Elderly Woman
Hamid R Okhravi*, Meenal Walia and Robert M Palmer
- Glennan Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA
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Citation: Okhravi HR, Walia M, Palmer RM. Skin Angiosarcoma Masquerading as Hematoma in an Elderly Woman. J Geriatrics Palliative Care 2014;2(1):2.
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Journal of Geriatrics and Palliative Care | ISSN 2373-1133 | Volume: 2, Issue: 1
Submission: 04 November 2013 | Accepted: 27 February 2014 | Published: 03 March 2014
Case PresentationA 78 year old Caucasian, bed-bound, nursing home female,presented with non-tender, violaceous, indurated plaques of the skin of her anterior left thigh. Patient's past medical history was significant for coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, diabetes mellitus type II, and stroke with left hemiplegia. On physical examination of her thigh, a 5X8 cm diffuse dusky red, woody hard, hematoma-like plaque was noted without inguinal lymphadenopathy or leg edema (Figure 1). Laboratory studies (comprehensive metabolic panel, complete blood count, and, coagulation factors) were unremarkable. Initial assumption was the lesions were hematomas, possibly secondary to trauma and heat packs were applied for patient comfort.Figure 2). A vascular pathology rather than hematoma was suspected. Dermatology consultant performed a skin biopsy and initial results suggested a Kaposi sarcoma, but were not conclusive. HIV/AIDS studies were negative. A deeper second biopsy was conducted and favored the diagnosis of angiosarcoma. The diagnosis was further supported by a third biopsy showing the morphology of the spindle cells and negative HHV-8 staining, consistent with angiosarcoma (Figure 3 and Figure 4). Skin lesions continued to spread locally with emergence of more satellite lesions (Figure 5). Available treatment options including surgical, chemotherapeutic, and radiation interventions were discussed with the resident and daughter (medical power of attorney). Given the presence of multiple underlying co-morbidities, poor baseline functional status, and widespread local disease, resident elected not to pursue any further aggressive diagnostic or therapeutic options. At a meeting requested by the resident to review goals of care, she elected comfort care with hospice services. Due to the increased frequency of dressing changes from wound drainage, she expressed mild pain to hip which was treated effectively with Tramadol, prior to dressing changes. One month later, with daughter at bedside, the resident died comfortably.
DiscussionAngiosarcomas are rare malignant tumors of endothelial originthat carry a poor prognosis and high tendency for local and metastatic spread [1]. The most common sites, in decreasing order, are the skin, breast, deep soft tissues, visceral organs and bone [2]. Cutaneous angiosarcoma is a great mimicker with many clinical presentations that include hematoma-like lesions, violaceous nodules and plaques. It is confined to the face and scalp region in more than 50% of cases [3]. It is an uncommon, malignant neoplasm that contains rapidly proliferating, extensively infiltrating anaplastic cells from blood vessels. Angiosarcomas in general have a similar distribution between sexes, can develop at any age, but are more common in older patients; with the cutaneous form most common in elderly white men [4-6]. Most angiosarcomas arise spontaneously, but there are a few reports of malignant transformation within pre-existing benign vascular lesions [7]. Radiotherapy is an independent risk factor, specifically in breast lesions [8]. Various chemicals such as vinyl chloride and thorium dioxide are associated with hepatic angiosarcomas [9,10]. Lymphedema is one of the well-known risk factors for the development of cutaneous angiosarcomas [11].
Our patient had no known risk factors for angiosarcoma.Angiosarcomas have high rates of local recurrence and metastases in part because they are unrecognized or misdiagnosed [10], leading to a poor prognosis and a high mortality rate. Differential diagnoses of angiosarcoma include hemangioblastoma, Kaposi's sarcoma, and metastatic cancer of unknown origin [12]. Histological features of angiosarcoma can vary among cases. The hallmark of angiosarcoma is malignant endothelial cells that are round, polygonal or fusiform and can have an epithelioid appearance. Angiosarcomas usually express endothelial markers such as von Willebrand factor, CD34, CD31, and vascular endothelial growth factor [10]. Immunohistochemistry is important in confirming the diagnosis of skin lesions.
The prognosis of cutaneous angiosarcoma was considered extremely poor in the past, with an overall 5-year survival rate less than 20% [13]. In recent years, several prognostic factors have been analyzed. Poor prognostic factors include old age, metastatic disease at presentation, poor patient performance status at baseline, presence of other soft-tissue sarcomas, large tumors (>5cm), and high tumor grade [1,14]. The site of the sarcoma is also important. Angiosarcoma of the viscera (liver, heart) and retroperitoneal disease have poorer outcomes [1]. Diagnosis relies on biopsy to confirm histology and MRI to delineate extent of primary lesion and endothelial markers. Treatment modalities are limited. For local disease, radical surgery with complete resection is the primary modality, complemented by adjuvant radiotherapy and, in some cases, adjunct chemotherapy. For metastatic disease, cytotoxic chemotherapy is the primary treatment modality [10].
In summary, cutaneous angiosarcoma of the elderly is a great mimicker with widely variable clinical presentations. This condition needs to be differentiated from several other common pathologies. The diagnosis may be challenging as illustrated in our case where several skin biopsies were required to ascertain the diagnosis of angiosarcoma of the skin. Given the poor prognosis of angiosarcoma in frail older patients, treatment options for extensive disease should include palliative care rather than aggressive interventions.
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pub rock, British back-to-basics musical movement of the early and mid-1970s that provided an alternative to progressive and glam rock. Although a relatively short-lived phenomenon, pub rock was notable both for returning rock to the small clubs of its early years and as a breeding ground for many of the punk and new-wave artists of the late 1970s.
Practiced in London pubs such as the Tally Ho and the Hope and Anchor and rooted in country and rhythm and blues, pub rock stood in sharp contrast to the baroque flourishes of art rock. Rejecting the flamboyance of glam, pub rockers performed in everyday clothes. While even the best-known pub groups—Brinsley Schwarz, Ducks Deluxe, Dr. Feelgood, Bees Make Honey, and Ace—never achieved widespread popularity, the pub rock scene gave rise to a number of critically acclaimed performers, songwriters, and producers (often in the same person). These included Joe Strummer of the Clash, Nick Lowe, Dave Edmunds, Squeeze (fronted by the deft songwriting team of Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook), Dire Straits, and Graham Parker—whose accomplished backing band, the Rumour, included Brinsley Schwarz's namesake guitarist and Martin Belmont, formerly of Ducks Deluxe. Like many onetime pub rockers, the movement's most illustrious alumnus, Elvis Costello, initially recorded on the Stiff label.


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Herbs for Men's Health.
Posted: January 10, 2017
Categories: Studies on Essential Oils and Herbs, Natural Lifestyle, Herbal Teas & Vitamins, FDA, our Response
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Here are studies on herbs that help with urinary tract issues and a man's reproductive system: Saw Palmetto Berry: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23432584 Serenoa Repens, lycopene and selenium: a triple therapeutic approach to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25154739 Serenoa repens, lycopene and selenium versus tamsulosin for the treatment of LUTS/BPH. An Italian multicenter double-blinded randomized study between single or combination therapy (PROCOMB trial). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12137626 Serenoa repens for benign prostatic hyperplasia. REVIEWER'S CONCLUSIONS: The evidence suggests that Serenoa repens provides mild to moderate improvement in urinary symptoms and flow measures. Serenoa repens produced similar improvement in urinary symptoms and flow compared to finasteride and is associated with fewer adverse treatment events. The long term effectiveness, safety and ability to prevent BPH complications are not known. The results of this update are in agreement with our initial review. NOTE: This is 3 of at least 64 studies on the NCBI PubMed site. Mullein: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27980574 UHPLC-ESI-MS/MS and GC-MS Analyses on Phenolic, Fatty Acid and Essential Oil of Verbascum pinetorum with Antioxidant, Anticholinesterase, Antimicrobial and DNA Damage Protection Effects. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25048704 Verbascoside--a review of its occurrence, (bio)synthesis and pharmacological significance. NOTE: This is 2 of at least 11 studies of Mullein. Parsley: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24660617 Parsley: a review of ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and biological activities. NOTE: This is 1 of at least 17 studies of Parsley. Decide for yourself if herbs can help a man's health.
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Sugar Beet Crush Juiced is a deer attractant that contains real sugar beets in an easy to pour, liquid formula. It is made out of a gel mineral that can be poured over stumps or logs, right on the ground or be mixed with feed. This is easy to use - just find a deer trail and pour over the area and the minerals will quickly soak in and release an aroma that will last up to 3 weeks. The deer will be attracted to this mineral site and keep coming back. It is perfect for setting up in front of your trail camera.
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When selecting your site keep in mind that deer prefer to stay concealed. Look for an area inside a tree line or an area with good cover. You can select a site that is near a traveled deer path, but make sure it is at least 10 feet off the trail. Placing the Sugar Beet Crush Juiced just off the trail helps establish the trail as a great source for a snack and becomes a destination spot for all the deer in the surrounding area. If you can locate a site that is near water that is even better. As the Juiced product seeps into the soil or wood, deer will continue to frequent the site and you'll notice a wallow start showing. Let the power of the Juice help you be as successful as you can be every time you enter the woods. For best results remember to reapply Sugar Beet Crush Juiced every few weeks to keep the site fresh and the deer activity at its peak.
Choosing a Ground Site: When choosing to apply Sugar Beet Crush Juiced directly to the ground make sure to clear an area that is about 3 to 5 feet in diameter of all debris. Shake the contents thoroughly and slowly pour over the entire site. The soil will absorb the flavors and aroma of the Sugar Beet Crush Juiced and keep the deer coming back again and again.
Choosing a Stump or Log: When choosing to apply Sugar Beet Crush Juiced to a log or stump make sure that the wood is old, rotted or decaying. Using a soft stump or log allows all the flavor and scent of Sugar Beet Crush Juiced to soak into the wood producing a time release attraction site which the deer will frequent. Shake the contents thoroughly and slowly pour over the entire site.
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Barring a late change of heart or - more likely - a complete balls up of the situation, José Mourinho will be the next coach of Manchester United. If he does sign, it will be at least six months too late, but at least the failed Louis van Gaal reign will soon draw to a close. Mourinho is a bitter pill to swallow for some fans, but he's the best option available, and as loathsome as he can be, he will at least be far more competent than the washed up charlatan who he is succeeding. After three straight years of failure, United cannot afford another season of "transition," so Mourinho will be expected to hit the ground running. Here are five things that he needs to sort this summer.
Wayne Rooney
Ah, this old chestnut again. Wayne Rooney is United's club captain, best paid player, and least exciting striker. Mourinho was a known admirer while at Chelsea, and getting Rooney onside would be an obvious way to capture dressing room loyalty. On the other hand, Rooney is a fading force who tends to slow the team down when he plays. If Mourinho has been paying attention to United this season, he will have seen for himself that Rooney's reputation now outstrips his contribution. Relegating him to the bench will likely only unsettle the squad, so Mourinho will need to be decisive.
Mourinho is one of the few managers in the world with the cache to push Rooney into the open arms of the Chinese Super League, and have it be seen as him laying down a marker. Getting rid of United's soon-to-be record goalscorer in the same summer when he's due a testimonial will not go down well with many fans. But replacing him with, say, Harry Kane, is sure to reduce the blow.
The Defense
Statistically, United have one of the stingiest defenses in the league. But it should also be noted that the league is bobbins. Of all United's defenders, only Luke Shaw has briefly shown himself to be an excellent player, and he will be coming off of a broken leg. In the past twelve months, Chris Smalling's form has gone from good, to very good, to "Are we sure he's good?" Smalling has shown enough to be worth seeing what he can do under a good manager, but the rest of the senior defenders wouldn't be missed if they were all released on free transfers.
Marcos Rojo is either good or rubbish or both or neither, often all in the same of the ten minutes of a match. I had genuinely forgotten about the existence of Phil Jones, and he can barely board the team bus without hurting himself. None of Antonio Valencia, Matteo Darmian, or Daley Blind are of the required standard. It is too much to expect that all of them will be upgraded in a single window, but at least two quality signings that can go straight into the first team should be prioritized.
The idea that Mourinho only knows how to play boring football is largely a myth, but he does tend to build his teams from the back. His expertise, along with some smart spending in the transfer market, will be needed to give poor David de Gea (if he's still around) the help he deserves.
The Underperformers in the Squad
On top of the aforementioned rubbish defenders, there are a number of players in the current squad that have no business near a United team. Van Gaal may have gotten rid of much of the deadwood from the latter Ferguson years, but he's managed to add some rubbish players of his own. Marouane Fellaini is worse at football than a cupboard, and even though he is not van Gaal's signing, he is the embodiment of the frustration of the van Gaal era. But in even greater supply than the obvious clowns like Fellaini and Sergio Romero are the members of the Ángel Di María Club: Good players from whom van Gaal has been unable to extract regular good performances.
Mourinho is famed for his man management, and he will need it to get more from those players who have played below their ability: namely Juan Mata (if Mourinho doesn't sell him off a second time), Ander Herrera, Morgan Schneiderlin, Memphis Depay, and the shamefully out of shape Bastian Schweinsteiger. Some of those names may turn out to busts eventually, but we deserve to see what they can do under a proper manager.
Whatever "The United Way" meant once, it is decidedly less meaningful today. The mythos of Manchester United is mostly a tool used to attract Official Agricultural Vehicles Partners while the owners leech the fans and so-called club legends happily go along with it as long as they get some good coin. But even in these diminished times, the appointment of Mourinho comes with a risk of sullying the club's reputation further. Mourinho was always arrogant and brash, but sometime during his stint in Madrid, he turned joyless and overly paranoid. Towards the end of his messy divorce with Chelsea, he drummed up feuds left and right, and largely came off looking like an ass in all of them.
Alex Ferguson was a bastard in his own right, but Mourinho will need be mindful of his image to keep much of the fanbase on side. He's still in the middle of a legal wrangle in which he's accused of being a sexist bully, the outcome of which may not be resolved until after his appointment. If he can't keep his unedifying behavior in check, many Reds will wonder whether he was even worth the trouble.
Ryan Giggs
Mourinho's first order of business should be to get the duplicitous Giggs out of the dugout before he has a chance to stick the knife in the back of a third successive boss.


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Water-Saving Tips
Installing a low-flow showerhead is the single most effective conservation step that can be taken inside the home.
Low-flow showerheads use only 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) or less of water, compared to 3 to 5 gpm for older showerheads.
Try taking a five to eight minute shower instead of a fifteen-minute shower.
Wash your car on your lawn to capture water and nutrients for grass growth.
Also, use a bucket of soapy water for washing and a hose-end spray gun or nozzle with an automatic shut off for rinsing.
Adjust your lawn mower to a height of 1.5 to 2 inches. Tall grass grows longer roots, which can reach deeper moisture and shades the roots.


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If you're wondering how to use ELD logs, then worry not, we have got you covered. Every new technology has its own learning curve, same is the case with E-logs or Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). Also, you can check here FMCSA approved ELD list. We'll teach you how to use elogs perfectly.
As per the ELD Mandate, all truckers and fleet owner-operators are required to install ELDs on their trucks. The implementation deadline for both the US and Canada is by the last quarter of 2019.
So in case you haven't purchased yours yet, go ahead and take a look at the list of the top ELD devices in the market to weigh in your options.
Granted that none of them cut in terms of budget, here are some affordable options as well.
However, assuming that you have already made your purchase and want to know how to use elogs, like a new gadget, then this blog is the right place to get educated about FMCSA approved ELDs.
Here we will share basic knowledge regarding ELDs and when and how to use elogs. We'll also talk about HOS, different types of E-log devices, and how to install them in your CMVs. Finally, we'll introduce "BYOD" and the top software and apps for E-Logs.
So, let's get started!
What is an ELD?
An ELD, also known as E-log, is a device (electronic hardware) that is attached to Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) to record their duty hours automatically.
You should start using Electronic Logging Devices if you haven't started using them yet. They can solve a lot of significant issues that fleets face on a daily basis. Some of these include:
- Lack of communication on the road
- GPS tracking
- Inefficient routes
- Driver log errors
- IFTA reports
- Vehicle maintenance issues
- Idle time tracking
Top ELD devices help drivers to manage, track and share data during their drive accurately. An FMCSA approved ELD works by keeping the vehicle's engine under observation. By capturing whether the engine is operating or not, it automatically records the location, time, date, engine hours, vehicle miles, motor carrier, and user authentication.
Following are some of the primary functions of an FMCSA approved Electronic Logging Device:
- Recording driving time and details automatically
- Recording location automatically
- Transfer electronic data
- Internal synchronization
- Tamper prevention
- Driver records certification
- User manual
- Controlling audio
- Report displaying for security officials on demand
When Do You Need to Start Using an E-Log? How to use elogs?
According to the new rules, FMSCA approved ELDs need to be installed in all trucks (model year 2000 or later) engaged in interstate commerce.
Yet, many truckers in the US and Canada have not installed an ELD device on their trucks although the ELD Mandate is already enforced and the use of ELD devices is mandatory now.
So there is no "When" anymore. The FMCSA estimated that approximately 3 million truck drivers still use paper logs. If you are also a user of paper logs, you need to switch to ELD unless you are a trucking company that currently uses automated onboard recording devices. If that is the case, you have four years to change to ELDs.
However, there is an exception, though. Any truck driver who is exempt from the Hours of Service rules, such as the short-haul drivers, don't need to use an E-log device. So, if you are a commercial driver who falls under this category, then you don't have to obey the ELD rule.
HOS (Hours-Of-Service):
Hours of Service is a set of rules that aim to prevent accidents caused by driver fatigue. It limits the number of weekly and daily hours that drivers can drive and work. Along with that, it also specifies the minimum duration of time drivers must rest between their shifts.
Overall HOS helps commercial vehicle drivers by regulating their maximum number of duty hours, specifying mandatory break times and off times, and duty cycles.
These rules and regulations were issued by The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in December 2011, and are applicable to commercial truck drivers driving CMVs in the US and Canada.
A Brief Overview Of HOS:
A typical HOS log provides the following information about the working hours of the driver:
- Off Duty: The driver is not on duty/not working.
- Sleeper Berth: The driver is resting in the truck's sleeper area.
- Driving: The driver is actually driving the vehicle.
- On Duty: The driver is performing some work other than driving (uploading, inspection, fuelling, etc.)
The HOS Rules:
Following are the basic rules that must be strictly followed by drivers to uphold the Hours of Service regulations:
11-hour driving rule: According to this rule, a driver may drive up to 11 hours in total before he takes a 10-hour break. The 11 hours are only calculated during the time the driver is actually driving the truck.
14-hour on-duty shift rule: As soon as the driver resumes work and converts his status to "On duty," the 14-hour clock starts ticking. This clock does not stop ticking even when the driver switches back to "Off duty." As soon as the 14 hours are up, the driver must take a 10-hour break.
70-hour in 8-day rule (or 60 in 7): Total time spent while driving and on-duty must not exceed 70 hours during an 8-day period. Similarly for seven days, adding up the total duration for time spent on duty and driving cannot be over 60 hours.
8-hour, 30-minute break rule: When the driver is on break and changes the status to "Driving" or "On duty," an 8-hour clock starts ticking. Before the eight hours are up, the driver must take at least a 30-minute rest break stating "Off duty" or "Sleeper."
10-hour break: If the time on the 11-hour or 14-hour clock has expired, the driver must take a minimum break of 10 consecutive hours in "Off Duty" or "Sleeper Berth" status to reset the clocks.
34-hour restart: If the driver is running low on time on his 70-hour in eight days clock or 60-hour in seven days log, he can complete a 34-hour restart to reset the 70-hour clock.
Different Types of ELDs:
Even though many variations are available, there are two basic types of ELDs:
Dedicated Units: These primarily comprise of the older forms of e-logs, which were popularly known as Electronic Onboard Recorders (EOBRs) or Automatic Onboard Recording Devices (AOBRDs).
These units come in a single device package that is directly connected to the ECM (Electronic Control Module) using a cable and plug, hence the name "dedicated."
Data is stored using a combination of back-office servers, cloud storage, and the device itself. In order to provide ELD functions like recording location, engine hours, and mileage, AOBRDs use cellular network and GPS functionality.
BYOD: BYOD stands for "Bring Your Own Device." These types of E-log devices are currently the most prevalent in the market.
Their units allow truck drivers to run e-logging software on their own smartphones or tablets, thereby eliminating the need for Vehicle-Installed/Dedicated ELDs. We will discuss BYOD in detail in a later section of this blog.
Guide to Choose the Best ELD
A top ELD device should be one that fulfills all the current industry standards and the regulations for owner-operators. While purchasing E-log devices for your fleet, you must consider the following essential aspects:
It is necessary to ensure that the selected product is within your budget and its features are according to your need.
You also need to ensure that the device you are about to buy is relatively easy to install and user-friendly.
Also, the device must be such that your drivers can quickly learn its operation and are comfortable using it when on the road.
Many products in the market barely fulfill the above considerations. But, if you remember these three factors, it will save you from future losses.
Similar to other electronic gadgets, it is crucial to select an E-log device that is up to date and obeys all the federal rules and regulations. Some ELDs come with warranties and manufacturer guarantees so that users (the drivers) can be sure the product they have purchased can be updated if the need arises.
If you need some help in choosing the ideal E-log device for your fleet, here are the top 10 FMCSA approved ELDs that are garnering rave reviews from the trucking community.
How to Install an ELD
The first part you have to learn about how to use elogs after purchase the product is the installation method.
To make the installation process easier for the users, we have summarized the whole process step by step below. You can follow these steps and get your E-log device installed quickly:
Step 1: Finding Truck's Diagnostic Port
The position of the diagnostic port may vary as per the vehicle make and model. You might find the port at any of the following places:
• Under the dash or the wheel/steering column to the left or right
• To the left or right of the pedals or above the pedals
• In the fuse box
• Above the footrest
• Near the clutch pedal handbrake or the handbrake
In some trucks, you may also have to remove a plastic cover to find the connector.
Step 2: Attaching Device to Diagnostic Port
You have to fit your ELD device to the 9-pin or 6-pin connector, rotate the collar to align the collar tabs with the matching slot on the diagnostic port. Press firmly until the ELD is fully connected. Then turn the collar clockwise until it clicks.
If the E-log needs to be fitted to the OBDII connector, line up the device connector so that it exactly matches the diagnostic port in the vehicle. Then firmly press until the ELD device is fully connected.
Step 3: Device Is Nearly Installed Now
It is recommended to always install your E-log device in a place that will not:
block or interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle pedals;
obstruct the driver in any way;
Also, try to avoid installing the ELD under metallic surfaces. This is because Electronic Logging Devices need proper ventilation to work efficiently.
If the place/space is a closed one, use the extension cable and double-sided sticky pad in the kit to place the ELD device in a better position.
Using Your Own Smartphone, Tablet, GPS: BYOD
The "Bring Your Own Device" or BYOD refers to the phenomenon in which employees bring their own hardware devices (smartphone, tablets, GPS, etc.) to the workplace, and use them to work on company projects.
In the trucking community, drivers use ELD software on their smartphones or tablets to keep their HOS and duty status on a track. A typical BYOD-configured ELD consists of a "dongle". On one hand, it links with the driver's device using Bluetooth, while on the other hand, it connects to the ECM using the truck's onboard diagnostic port.
Benefits of BYOD:
- Familiarity: By letting your drivers bring their own smartphones, you are actually providing them with hardware that they are already familiar with. This creates a level of comfort that may help minimize errors and simplify the onboarding process for drivers that do not know how to use an ELD device or have never used one before.
- Easy to install and uninstall: ELDs that do not depend on hardwire are very easy to install and uninstall. The ability to easily install and uninstall comes in handy if you are a large carrier or you have many owner-operators around.
- Portability: It is apparent that you cannot take a hardwired ELD unit outside the truck you are driving. But in the case of BYOD ELD, you can just grab your smartphone or tablet and go out of your vehicle to take pictures and stuff like that. Your data will always remain with you, even outside the vehicle.
Disadvantages of BYOD:
- Expensive: Even though you might not be paying for the individual devices, maintaining real-time data of the location and duty hours of the truck drivers requires a high-speed internet connection. If your company has to pay for every driver's data plan, then the costs will quickly add up.
- Limited device options: All smartphones or tablets operate on either Android or iOS platforms. This potentially limits the choices available to vendors since the BYOD ELD applications have to run on either of the two operating systems or not at all.
Best Software and Apps For ELD
Below we have listed the best software and mobile/tablet applications for FMCSA approved ELDs:
- Motive (formerly keepTruckin) Electronic logbook: Motive (formerly keepTruckin) is the highest rated Electronic Logbook App and ELD system. It helps you record your Hours of Service using either your smartphone or your tablet.
- Transflo HOS: This app helps the user to track and access HOS, electronic logs, duty status features, and more from their mobile device or tablet.
- Gorilla Safety: The PRIME8 mobile app is designed to offer an easy-to-navigate portal using which you can access all the features and capabilities of the PRIME8 ELD device.
- Garmin eLog: The app for the device automatically tracks and records Hours of Service. It also allows you to manually set driver duty status and lets you see the remaining driving hours by day or week.
- Switchboard ELD + AOBRD: Switchboard combines the best features of AOBRD and modern-day ELD. Like the other apps, it can also be used by truck drivers on their smartphones and tablets.
E-Logs with Easy Installations
Here is a list of some of the best E-logs that are easy to install and user-friendly:
- Rand McNally – ELD 50: To install the ELD 50, all you have to do is to plug it into the diagnostic port and then follow the on-screen instructions.
- My20 ELD by Konexial: It is the most affordable eLog Device for fleet owner-operators.
- Garmin eLog Compliant ELD: This ELD is easy to install. After plugging it into the diagnostic port of your vehicle, you'll just have to download and install the Garmin eLog app on your Android or iOS device to get started.
- ThinAir ELD: Again, this device is also effortless to use, and the installation process is equally hassle-free.
- Stoneridge EZ-ELD: This E-log device stands out for its relative ease to move from one vehicle to another. It comes with multiple adapters so that it can be effortlessly installed on different trucks.
If you are a truck or fleet owner in the US or Canada, then ELDs are indispensable. Having the right e-logging device installed in your vehicles will ensure that you remain compliant with FMCSA requirements. It will also give you access to an assortment of features that will effectively keep track of your HOS.


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El Paso County's population in the 2020 census count was 865,657, an 8% increase over the prior census in 2010 that marked the county's slowest period of growth since the Great Depression, according to data released on Thursday.
The official population count will impact El Pasoans for the next decade because the numbers are used for everything from political representation to federal and state spending. El Paso County's growth rate was half of the state's 15.9% population growth between 2010 and 2020, which means El Paso will have less political clout at the state and federal level after political boundaries are redrawn later this year by the Texas Legislature.
The city of El Paso's population in the 2020 census was 678,815, an increase of less than 5% over the 2010 census. That means that the county population outside the El Paso city limits grew by 23% between 2010 and 2020.
Hear more: Story author Robert Moore and KTEP-FM news director Angela Kocherga talk about the meaning of the new census numbers. Tune it at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. Friday at 88.5 FM.
Socorro is the second-largest incorporated area in El Paso County, with a 2020 census count of 34,306, a 7% increase over 2010. Horizon City, the county's third-largest incorporated area, had 22,489 people in the 2020 census, up 34% in the past 10 years.
For several decades, El Paso has been the sixth most populous county in Texas. In the 2020 census El Paso County ranked ninth after being surpassed in population by Denton, Collin and Hidalgo counties.
According to the Census Bureau, 82.6% of El Pasoans identified as Hispanic or Latino in the 2020 census, up from 82.2% in 2010.
The most immediate impact from El Paso's comparatively slow population growth likely will be in the number of seats the county has in the Texas House of Representatives.
El Paso County has had five members of the Texas House since the 1980s. But the census population numbers released on Thursday will entitle El Paso to 4.5 House seats.
The pending release of the census population figures, and the impact on the redistricting process, was a key reason that three members of the El Paso House delegation — Joe Moody, Mary González and Art Fierro — made the controversial decision to return to Austin and end their participation in a Democratic quorum break aimed at derailing Republican efforts to change voting practices in Texas.
The Legislature will formally take up redistricting — the redrawing of state legislative and congressional boundaries — at a special session later this year. But the planning for that effort will heat up with the release of the census numbers, Moody said.
"The projections we've received over time, and I serve on the Redistricting Committee, have not painted a rosy picture for El Paso County in terms of maintaining five of those seats. We've known that for some time," Moody said. "What shape that takes certainly weighed heavily on our decision. Because if we know the numbers are what they are, then we absolutely need to be at the table to secure as much representation as we can as a community."
At least one Texas House seat currently held by an El Pasoan will be spread across multiple counties after redistricting, meaning El Paso voters will play a diminished voting role in at least one seat. Because of El Paso's geography — bounded by New Mexico on the north and northeast, and by Mexico to the south — any House district only partially in El Paso would have to go to the east, through Hudspeth County.
House District 75, currently represented by González, is the only El Paso House seat that currently borders Hudspeth County. But González said it would be premature to say which El Paso district will include other counties when lines are redrawn.
"I was discussing something with (House Natural Resources Committee) Chairman Tracy King yesterday on the floor and he said it is fascinating the ways lines can be drawn that you never even considered," González said. "So at this point, I think it would be too early to say what's at risk. But we do know it's one of the most important conversations that will impact our community for the next decade."
The Texas Legislature also will redraw congressional boundaries. Since the 2010 census, most of El Paso has been in the 16th Congressional District currently represented by Democrat Veronica Escobar. A small part of eastern El Paso County and the Lower Valley have been in the 23rd Congressional District, currently represented by Republican Tony Gonzales.
Following the 2010 census, El Paso's population was enough for 1.2 of Texas' 36 U.S. House seats. The Legislature placed about 670,000 El Pasoans in the 16th Congressional District and about 130,000 in the 23rd after the 2010 census.
Based on the 2020 results, El Paso has enough population for 1.13 of the state's 38 U.S. House seats starting with the 2022 elections.
That likely means that about 770,000 El Paso County residents will wind up in the 16th Congressional District, with about 95,000 making up a smaller proportion of another district.
The new population numbers, which go down to the neighborhood level, will be used by the city, county and school districts to shape new political boundaries in the coming months.
A sluggish decade for growth in El Paso
The official population numbers released on Thursday confirmed what several years of Census Bureau estimates have shown — El Paso County has had comparatively little population growth since the 2010 census.
However, the official population — 865,657 — is significantly higher than the estimates, which had put El Paso's population at closer to 840,000.
Through its history, El Paso has shown steady and sometimes rapid population growth. The only time El Paso's population declined between censuses was 1930-40, when the nation was in the grips of the Great Depression.
El Paso's 8% population increase between 2010 and 2020 was — by far — the slowest growth rate since between the 1930 and 1940 censuses.
Nationwide, the population grew by 7.4% between the 2010 and 2020, the nation's slowest growth rate since the 1930s.
Population estimates released earlier this year by the Census Bureau indicated that El Paso's slowing population growth has been driven by a huge movement of people out of El Paso to other U.S. counties.
The choice of where to live is based on many factors, but average wages in El Paso are about two-thirds the state and national rates. The divide is even more pronounced for private-sector workers.


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- Composer and arranger Johnny Mandel has died.
- He was 94 years old.
- He created the iconic 'M*A*S*H' theme song.
Famous Hollywood composer Johnny Mandel has died. He was 94 years old. Michael Feinstein confirmed the sad news. For instance, Michael was a friend of Johnny's and a musician as well. Johnny was best known for the M*A*S*H theme song.
Michael wrote, "A dear friend and extraordinary composer-arranger and all-around brilliant talent Johnny Mandel just passed away. The world will never be quite the same without his humor, wit, and wry view of life and the human condition. He was truly beyond compare, and nobody could write or arrange the way he did. Lord, we will miss him. Let's celebrate him with his music! He would like that."
Famous composer Johnny Mandel has passed away at 94
Johnny studied music at Juilliard and began working with jazz bands including Buddy Rich. He began to compose and arrange music, working on scores for over 30 films in his long career. For instance, the instrumental version of "Suicide Is Painless," became M*A*S*H's iconic theme song. He is also known for the theme song "Emily" in Julie Andrews' movie The Americanisation of Emily and "The Shadow of Your Smile" from the 1960s film The Sandpiper.
RELATED: Co-Creator Of 'M*A*S*H,' Gene Reynolds Dies At 96
Johnny also worked with Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Michael Jackson, and other incredible artists. He won five Grammys over the years. In addition, Johnny also received The Grammy Trustees Award in 2018.
He is survived by his daughter, Marissa.
In conclusion, let's celebrate his life by learning more about the theme song from M*A*S*H:


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I need this back by Friday Jan 19th at 7pm EDT with two references please
In Modules 1 and 2, you were introduced to the basic minimal standards that govern ethical behavior in clinical practice and in relationships with others as determined by the American Counseling Association (ACA, 2014), the American Mental Health Counseling Association (AMHCA), and the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). Additionally, you learned about the ethical decision-making process and the recommended steps to guide clinical mental health counselors in reaching ethical decisions when confronted with ethical dilemmas. Legal issues of an ethical nature in counseling, such as informed consent, were also taught, and case law related to counseling practice and training was taught. For new counselors-in-training, understanding how to apply the code of ethics can be a daunting task. As you prepare for the experiential and field component of your clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) training, it will become an important task. Counselors-in-training are equally responsible for knowing and adhering to counseling codes of ethics as are seasoned professionals. Fortunately, you will have the opportunity to learn more about ethics and counseling in your Professional and Ethical Issues course.
Ethics in counseling is a gray area—it is not black and white as many counselors would like it to be. At some point in your professional counseling career, or perhaps as a practicum student or an intern, you will be faced with an ethical dilemma. As you reflect on the material covered in modules 1 and 2, think about an ethical issue that you might face as a professional counselor. Tasks:
In a minimum of 200 words, respond to the following: Describe an ethical issue you might encounter as a professional counselor in practice. The issue you describe should be relevant to the counseling relationship (Section A of the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics), confidentiality and privacy (Section B of the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics), or professional responsibility (Section C of the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics). Indicate to which section your ethical issue is related (A, B, or C) and clearly explain what makes the issue an ethical counseling issue. Using an ethical decision-making model and information from Section I of the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics, explain the steps you would take to resolve the ethical issue. Explain how what you learned in this module will contribute to your professional growth as a new counselor-in-training. Your discussion should clearly reflect your thoughtful and logical analysis of the information.
Support your rationale and analysis by using at least two resources from professional literature in your response. Professional literature may include peer-reviewed journal articles you can access through the Argosy University online library resources; relevant textbooks; and websites created by professional organizations, agencies, or institutions (websites ending in .edu or .gov).
Be sure to read all of your classmates' original posts and respond to more than two of your classmates' posts. Your responses should be substantive, meaning they should encourage further dialogue and discussion, encourage your classmates to think about other aspects of the topic, compare your response to your classmates' responses, or ask a relevant question, to better assist you with your understanding. Responses such as "I like/I agree" or "I don't like/I don't agree" are not complete enough.
Your discussion posts and all written assignments should reflect graduate-level writing skills and appropriate use of APA style, including in-text citations and references. Submission Details: By the due date assigned, post your responses to the Discussion Area. Through the end of the module, respond to more than two of your classmates' posts. While responding, critique the ethical dilemmas presented by your classmates and explain how your understanding of the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics supports or refutes your classmates' processes for resolving the ethical dilemmas.
American Counseling Association. (2014). 2014 ACA code of ethics. Alexandria,VA: Author.
Grading CriteriaMaximum PointsQuality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions8Quality of responses to classmates6Frequency of responses to classmates2Reference to supporting readings and other materials2Language and grammar2Total:20
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