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Stocks to watch for Friday include AT&T, Digital Insight, Novell, and Williams Communications:
Ma Bell went with the curt and cryptic approach to address rumors about Excite@Home:
"We continue to explore many alternatives with respect to our Internet strategy and our ownership interest in Excite@Home. The alternatives include internal options as well as discussions with third parties. The exploration of alternatives remains at the very preliminary stage, and at this time, AT&T has not made any decision to pursue any particular alternative or transaction."
Make of it what you will.
Novell Inc. Senior Vice President Christopher Stone, the number two executive who gets nearly as much credit as CEO Eric Schmidt for turning the company around, is resigning on October 15.
Officials said the parting was amiable.
It marks Novell's third executive departure in four months. As one Novell employee who requested anonymity put it, "We've got to get our executive house in order. That's three key positions gone that haven't been filled."
The Wall Street debut Friday of Williams Communications Group Inc. is expected to meet hearty investor demand as analysts laud the aggressive growth strategy and respected parent company behind the fiber-optic network owner.
The Tulsa, Okla.-based firm, being spun off of energy giant Williams Cos. Inc., is slated to sell 29.6 million shares at an offering price of $23. Williams Communications could raise $680 million through the deal, which is being underwritten by Salomon Smith Barney, Lehman Brothers and Merrill Lynch, making it one of the biggest deals this year.
The provider of online banking services to community banks priced its IPO at $15 a share on Thursday night. Morgan Stanley Dean Witter leads the underwriting team for the 3.5 million-share offering.
In the first six months of this year, Digital Insight lost $3.6 million on revenue of $7 million.>


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I've seen this meme on several different blogs, including TexasBestGrok, LlamaButchers, and Downtown Lad. So. You're stuck inside Fahrenheit 451. Which book do you want to be? I still don't understand the question, and I couldn't find the ... Never mind, Shiela's explanation was in the yips of the Llamabutchers post. Basically, what book would you memorize, to save for posterity. Emergence, David R. Palmer Have you ever had a crush on a fictional character? Not really. I can imagine various fun scenarios, though. The last book you bought was...? Galveston, Sean Stewart and Singularity Sky, Charles Stross. The last book you read was...? Permanence, Karl Schroeder What are you currently reading? GURPS UPLIFT Five books you would take to a desert island... I'm asssuming (1) I don't need How To books and (2) trilogies are ok, intermnible series [cough, Robert Jordan, cough] are not. 1) The Bible. Given a huge amount of time I might read the whole thing. 2) The Collected works of Shakespeare. 3) Owlflight, Owlsight, Owlknight by Mercedes Lackey and Larry Dixon. 4) The Door into Fire, The Door into Shadow, and The Door into Sunset. Diane Duane. 5) The Great Book of Amber. Roger Zelazny. Yeah, ok, so it was originally published as 10 separate books. I've got them in one volume. Who are you passing this stick on to and why? No one, very few people would I consider tagging with this, and they've already done it. Update: slightly clarified, one answer added that I forgot.
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On the 100th anniversary of the right of women to stand for parliament, Bath's first woman MP, Wera Hobhouse will speak on the journey towards equality of representation and the challenges ahead.
2018 marks 100 years since The Representation of the People Act 1918 extended the right to vote to all men over 21 and the first women, making this one of the most important centenaries in British democratic history. Ten years later, The Representation of the People (Equal Franchise) Act 1928 gave all men and women over 21 the right to vote. These acts followed years of campaigning, with the first petition to Parliament asking for votes for women being presented to the House of Commons on 3 August 1832.
Finally in 1918, Parliament passed an act granting the vote to women over the age of 30 who were householders, the wives of householders, occupiers of property with an annual rent of £5, and graduates of British universities. About 8.4 million women gained the vote. On 21 November 1918, the Parliament (Qualification of Women) Act 1918 was passed, allowing women to be elected into the House of Commons. At 27 words it is the shortest UK statute.
Today's prominent lecture will take place 100 years and 2 days since that important date.
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The University of Abuja Law graduate is sure set to keep fans glued on TV as he plays the character 'SHEM' in all new episodes, showing on African Magic Entertainment Channel 151, 7.30 pm Nigerian time.
Chuks also has an existing contract with African Magic Original movies and have starred in movies such as PROTEGE, ANITA, etc.
Also to his credit is his Nollywood debut 'FORGIVENESS'.
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Steve Elliot from AgileCraft stopped by to talk about scaling Agile in a bimodal world. Bimodal IT is a concept Gartner introduced a few years ago, whereby Waterfall and Agile teams coexist in an Agile organization. But this is a scary thought for some who fear that it could take the steam out of Agile transformations that are underway. For Steve, bimodal presents an alternative for companies who want to become Agile but aren't ready yet. Bimodal can be viewed as an opportunity to break down some barriers to Agile transformation, giving executives and the business side some safety, which can help them transform faster. Steve believes that if it's clear to the company how each side is doing, "Agile will win the day faster than if we treat those two roles as silos."
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Today's Quote:"Do the hard jobs first. The easy jobs will take care of themselves."– Dale Carnegie
Today's Word: Prescient; Prescience adj. Having or showing knowledge of events before they take place; foresight. "You should be prescient about choosing your employer."
Random Thought: I've concluded that anybody driving slower than me is an idiot, and anyone going faster than me is a maniac…


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Definition of Money
He held the dollar bill in his hand, simultaneously rubbing it against his face. "Dimy," I said. "This money is dirty, you don't know where it came from, and so you should never rub it against your face."
-"No gamma, tis is not durdy, because tis is not money." He replied.
-"What do you mean "this is not money? Of course this is money!"
– "Han hen! Tis is not money. Tis is a dollar Gamma."
"Ok. So if this is not money, what do you think money is? I asked him. That's when he grabbed my purse, placed his tiny hand inside there to look for "money." While all along he kept on saying:
"Where it tis again? Where it tis again? Got it Gamma!"
He then raised a quarter up with his hand, when at last he said with a big smile:
"Tis is money Gamma!"
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What is your current position? Reference and Outreach Librarian at the Toronto Lawyers Association* *It is our understanding that she has begun a new role at a different organization since filling out our questionnaire in March – congratulations, Leah! What do you enjoy most about your work and what are the most challenging aspects? I … More 10 Q's: Leah Strudwick


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Just got home from this month's poetry reading at Amaze-in-Tchaiovna and it was a really good affair. Far bigger crowd than usual, and I have no idea how or why that happened, but it went pretty quickly nonetheless, all open mike and no feature speaker did hasten things a bit and perhaps it was partly perception on my part, I arrived after it had started and just about the only available seat was at a table with a couple of lovely, young Italian college students.
My stuff was well received, people laughed, in the right places, and one, which I'd considered not doing at all as it was just a four line thing and rather a negative thought at that, actually produced a couple of gasps. Other than myself, I quite liked the guy who sang blues, sort of…Amy Winehouse, yeah, it's blues, what else could you call it.
Anyway, I read 8 poems, only 3 of them above the 'very short' length, which is mostly what I've been writing lately, and into the normal short category, but all of them will go into the next book, Paradox.
I've got two more planned, one a book of very short, ekphrastic poems of which I want 240 and I've written about 5 but I know what I want and, as they're very short I'll be able to crank them out, it's a theme to work on. The third book in the pipeline will be called 'The 5 Stages of Consciousness,' or maybe 4, or 6, I don't know, but it's also sort of a concept book.
The more I write, the more I write.


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sitting on sputnik...
I've told you all before of my wee grans deep held belief in the evil power of the Sputnik.
Many many moons ago, I wrote a post sharing the story of how she blamed the sputnik for everything that went wrong.
From bad weather to bad tv reception, everything was laid at the door of that orbiting hunk of metal. So can you imagine how horrified she would be at the suggestion of sitting on a sputnik chair!!!
Me on the other hand, I would love, love, love to sit on this chair!
The limited edition Sputnik chair by Harold Sangouard of Harow has been shortlisted for The Chair category in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2017. Made of hand-cast aluminum and steel, the individually numbered chairs come in a raw or polished finish.
The Sputnik chair is directly inspired from the satellite of the same name. Simple, effective and timeless were the main criterias for this piece. The Sputnik chair is voluntarily rude in its aspect and goes straight to the point. The simplicity of the used materials focuses on perfect union of functionality and aesthetics. Made out of hand-cast aluminum and steel, the chair demonstrate how basic materials can be used with elegance.
Besides the political aspect and the race to space, the only function of the Sputnik satellite was to send "bips" to the earth. The Sputnik chair was created with the same leitmotiv and all the superfluous were set aside.
Its 4 asymmetric feet were directly inspired from the satellite antenna and ensure a flawless contact with the ground. As simple as it looks, the chair is a real technical challenge in its making. The main difficulty was to find the perfect blend between elegance and robustness. With a diameter of 58 cm the Sputnik chair uses the exact same dimensions as the satellite for the aluminum seating. The asymmetric incurved feet are made out of steel to ensure a flawless solidity.
Now if you will excuse me, I had better get this posted fast as my internet signal is acting up. And we all know who's to blame for that, don't we?
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My Struggle with Wanting to Look Cool/
There's a quote from one of my favorite movies, Almost Famous, that epitomizes my struggle:
I know this.
I understand that vulnerability is the key ingredient to a healthy relationship. I've personally experienced the deep connection and sense of belonging that comes when I've taken down my wall and allowed another person to see who I truly am – flaws and all.
And as great as it may feel on the other side - when the person with whom I've been vulnerable responds with kindness and compassion and says they care about me even more for having been real with them – no matter how good this new bond may feel, I never get there intentionally.
It is generally my conscious intent to avoid that very dynamic: the one where I'm exposed to personal judgement or rejection.
Which brings me to why I'm so focused on it today.
I'm in week 5 of teaching Relationship Skills Boot Camp, my 9-week online course where Steph and I take students by the hand and teach them everything they need to know to have amazing relationships.
This week's lesson is about the power of vulnerability, and in Office Hours, my students asked me to give them examples of how they can practice vulnerability on a daily basis.
When I'm posed with a question in RSBC that I can't answer on the fly, I tell them that I'll spend some time thinking about their question and follow up with a PDF worksheet in the coming days – and so I've been thinking about vulnerability ever since.
Mostly, I've been thinking about how practicing it makes my skin crawl.
I do not come by the act of emotionally unzipping from neck to groin with ease.
It's more of an internal wrestling match with my pride in one corner and my knowledge as a relationship expert in the other corner, the former aiming to hide any evidence that I'm not good enough, and the later knowing that the only way to achieve real human connection is by engaging in vulnerability.
Which sucks for me.
It mostly sucks because as a result of my inability to come up with quick examples of vulnerability, I decided to spend my entire day engaging in acts that I find to be vulnerable, so I can report back to my students on those everyday opportunities that most of us bypass.
Vulnerability is subjective: What feels vulnerable to you won't to me and vice versa.
The things that make us feel vulnerable are generally caused by an embarrassing, painful, or shameful past event. In our quest to avoid experiencing that pain again, we assign meaning to those events that allows us to maintain a sense of control. We turn that 'meaning' into armor, and in the process we bury a little part of ourselves.
For example:
As a college student, I was de-pledged (read: thrown out) of the sorority I'd been pledging for 6 months because I'm incurably oppositional when rules don't make sense to me. Said differently: I sucked as a pledge.
I started off strong, attending events, swallowing the nasty way the sisters spoke to us, smiling when two sisters showed up unannounced at my home over Thanksgiving break to see if I was wearing my pledge pin (I was, surprisingly).
But after winter break I lost steam, missing countless events, essentially telling them to fuck off when my phone rang at 3 a.m. in the dead of winter and I was told to report to an outdoor space immediately. I'm sure there were more examples.
It wasn't getting de-pledged that scarred me. It was the humiliation that did.
I was at a sorority event which was something like a mid-term exam for pledges in which the sisters evaluated each of our performance (as a pledge), determining whether we'd be allowed to continue or be asked to leave.
One-by-one, we were taken to a room lit by candles, where a handful of sisters determined our fraternal fate.
After failing to remember the sorority president's last name (it probably bears mentioning that my sister was the former president of the sorority which probably ads some layer of meaning to this event but I'm too close to it to see it. Feel free to analyze it for me), and after failing other basic tests of competence like being able to recite the Greek alphabet, I was told to hand over my pledge pin, gather my things from the living room, and leave.
When I walked into that room, my entire pledge class (51 girls) along with all the sisters were sitting waiting for me, and as I scooped up my books and walked toward the door, they all said in unison, "Good bye, Darcy."
I can't explain why that broke me in two, but it stands today as the most humiliating experience I've ever had.
You might go through that same experience and barely remember it.
Not only do I remember it, I'm aware that at the end of this month, when I attend my 30th high school reunion, I'll see one of the sisters who voted to oust me – because we went to high school together – and I'm not exactly sure how I feel about it.
I walked away from that experience armored with a commitment to excellence: If I never fall short of others' expectations, I'll never feel that humiliation again. I just have to work harder, try harder, perform better…
Perhaps you can see how this is an unsustainable takeaway.
My boot from that sorority happened when I was 21. I don't think I stopped competing in the Perfect daughter/sister/friend/therapist/wife Olympics until my early 40's. I'm now 48.
For me, vulnerability is saying No, I can't promise to call you every week – no matter who you are.
If that's not good enough – if it risks you'll strike the nerve that's still a little raw inside of me from that sorority – I'll chance it.
The alternative, in which I lived for about 2 decades, is to remain anxiously attached to those I love. To fear that any inconsistency in my outreach, my attention, or my time, will result in getting booted from the lives of the people I love.
Ironically, when I lived like that, I managed to keep people in my life who would perpetuate that fear in me.
Now that I've stopped pretending to be perfect, my attachments are more secure.
When I can, I invest myself in the people I love. It doesn't set up any expectation that it will go on for perpetuity. People get that life changes. My life, for sure.
All of this is to say that if you're someone who runs for the hills at the thought of exposing yourself emotionally…
If subjecting yourself to rejection seems about as wise as drinking cleaning fluid…
If opening yourself up to the judgement of others (or possible humiliation) fills you with dread…
I feel you.
Because I am you.
The struggle is real.
And it's also necessary.
Like any muscle, it begins to atrophy when you don't use it.
My daily acts of vulnerability today showed me how rusty I've become.
But I also know that it gets easier with practice.
It took me all day to figure out how to better explain what those daily opportunities are, and I think I'm finally clear:
They're the acts that would cause you to interact in your world differently than you normally do.
Maybe it's offering to walk a blind person across the street (and risking being told that your help isn't wanted).
Or offering to cover someone who doesn't have enough money to buy their coffee (and risking being told to mind your own fucking business).
Or, the next time you're standing on a packed subway, calling out the self-absorbed millennials who are glued to their phones by saying, "Hey kids…You see the elderly people who are standing? It would be amazing if you'd offer them your seat!" even when you're clearly outnumbered because you're on the goddamned L Train where all the douchebags from Williamsburg live.


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I say this every single time I do a photo booth at a wedding (although perhaps not so bluntly): do not get married without one!!! Everyone including parents, the wedding party, every single guest, and the happily married couple themselves have such a terrific time with it. The photo booth that I offer at weddings is somewhat different from your average photo booth. It's basically a fully functional photography studio. There is an 8′ backdrop ( or as long as space allows), professional lighting equipment, props, a 27″ iMac tethered to the camera that guests can preview their photos on, and a lovely assistant that runs everything. Everyone that participates is given a business card with a URL that they can visit after the wedding to view and download the photos (and get prints if they want). I generally do not hand out prints at wedding photo booths for a couple of reasons:
1) Printing is time consuming and I think it's better to get more pictures
2) Guests tend to damage and lose prints
3) You cannot easily share prints in our digital social networking world therefore rendering them much less useful than digital versions.
I build the web gallery immediately so that it is live the morning after (or the night of) the wedding. Guests are able to view, download, and share their photos on Facebook or elsewhere.
It is an insanely fun time and the pictures will last a lifetime (for better or worse!).
Check out the pictures and tell me you don't want one!


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Detailed walkthrough of the Pro GX65 update process
Due to the rapid rate of safety cameras being installed in North America, we are releasing updates to our Defender database on a weekly basis. We will email you when an update to the database is available so please be sure to provide a valid email address when you register your Defender database equipped product at
and be sure that your email software is not blocking our emails as spam.
To update your detector software you will need:
- A USB cord to connect your Detector to your PC.
- A power supply to power your Detector if you're working outside of the vehicle.
- The latest version of Detector Tools.
- An active internet connection during the entire update process.
Creating a new Download Account (first time updating only)
The first time that you download and update you will have to create a Download Account with Escortradar.com. With your keycode and serial number handy, logon to
and fill in all of the required fields on the LEFT side of the page. Once the information has been entered you should be re-directed to a "Thank you for registering" page with a link to continue to the download page. Note that you do not need to fill in this information every time that you update your detector, just to establish an account. Use your Download Account login (your email address) on the right side of this page when returning to download future updates.
To complete updates with Detector Tools, your PC must maintain a connection, wireless or wired, to the internet during the entire update process.
NOTE: All previous versions of Detector Tools must be uninstalled before installing this latest version. To remove your older Detector Tools versions, navigate to the Add/Remove Programs (Windows XP) or Programs & Features (Windows Vista or newer) within the Control Panel. Wait for the list of installed programs to load and remove/uninstall any Detector Tools programs listed there.
1.Click the green Download button to the left.
2.A File Download box opens with the options to Open, Save, or Cancel. Click on OPEN.
3.Next, a download progress window will appear and display the progress of the download. After a short time, you should be presented with a window that opens to reveal a single file named "Detector Tools".
4.Double click the Detector Tools file to begin the installation process. You may be prompted to run or open the file, if so, please select run or open.
5.Now a Detector Tool Setup Wizard will appear. Click on Next to begin the installation process.
6.Read the License Agreement, and if you choose to, click on I Agree.
7.Click Next on all of the prompt screens that follow to proceed and eventually complete the installation of Detector Tools.
8.If the installation completes successfully, a black shortcut with images of a white screwdriver and wrench should appear on your desktop. Double-click this icon to open Detector Tools and begin updating your detector!
Running the Detector Tools software and connecting the detector to your computer.
If you are using a laptop, take your laptop to your vehicle.
Run the installed Detector Tools software by double clicking the icon on your desktop or find it under the "Programs" menu in Windows (note that you should be running the software that was installed on your computer, this is not the Detector Tools package that was downloaded). Note that the top of the Detector Tools program screen should say "No Detector Connected".
Connect the USB cord to your detector and power it on, you should receive a popup and/or a "ding" sound on your computer indicating that a device has been connected to your computer. Your computer may also notify you that it is installing drivers, this is normal the first time that a USB device is plugged into your computer.
With the detector properly connected, the top of the Detector Tools software should have changed to now show that the detector is connected and the previously greyed out large buttons are now colored in. The display of your detector should also be displaying "USB".
If none of this has happened then the detector's connection to your computer has not been established. Possible solutions: your USB drivers may need updated (try running Windows Update and restarting your computer), the USB cord is not plugged in all the way, or the detector is not receiving power (if the display is on then you have power). If you still cannot get the detector to connect to your computer then please call our customer service department at 1-800-543-1608 Mon-Fri from 8AM-6PM.
Updating the detector
Now that your detector is connected to your computer and you have the Detector Tools software running let's first update the firmware.
Click on the lower green button on the Detector Tools. The update process will begin automatically and your detector will be updated to the latest software version. If your detector already has the latest software instaleld, Detector Tools will warn you to not proceed with the update process.
Next click the upper large green button traffic camera button. Detector Tools will automatically begin the database merging process and merge the latest camer database locations into your detector's memory.
That's it! Your detector is now loaded with the latest firmware and safety camera and speedtrap database locations available.
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I presume this is somewhat out of date info now.... or I'm doing something wrong. I just got a GX65 with SerNo BJ prefix.
* It connects to my PC without the need of a power supply.
* The detector tools did not ask for the activation code on the green card in my box.
* the green SOFTWARE button said I have the current version and asked if I wanted to continue. I said yes and it did something, but I don't know what.
* the upper left button says it merges my data with your database. I don't have any data yet, but when I clicked it, It did do something. Is that what actually merges the latest Beltronics database into my detector?
The prompts and terms seem to be less than clear.
Also, is there a way to see what version of firmware is installed on the detector, and what version is available without actually just trying to update?
And being able to see the date-stamp of the latest database to download/install would be nice, as I could check it and skip it if its one I recently installed.
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updating the GX 65
So I did everything as above (with successful message that says it is updated as of 24 Dec 12, but now my detector will not power on. When I connect it back to USB it will display usb and allow update (it shows up to date). Can anyone assist?
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We want to make you participants of the task developed in the Hospital de la Fe of Valencia by Víctor Lago, until recently our student, who has been paying attention to our school development showing his true Vedruna spirit.
He, together with another medical oncologist, within the branch of gynaecology, Santiago Domingo, are carring out some research in this field, as you can read in the link posted by them asking for collaboration through this novel system called crowdfunding (you already know about our Spanish scientists´ hardships). For us, its a honor to have trained people really engaged in improving our world, specially on such important subjects.
Our idea to get the message across, just in case you wish to collaborate in this campaign with the amount you want to deposit, and they can continue working in their research in this field, so it can have a direct impact on us, directly or indirectly.
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This last weekend I took part in an excellent British Triathlon Federation course on coaching Strength & Conditioning (S&C). This qualifies me to design and lead S&C sessions, based around use of body weight. I now have lots of great ideas and exercises to incorporate S&C into the programmes I set for those I coach. And it has also given me a very timely wake up call to myself to get back to a more structured and focused approach for my own challenges (more of which later).
I'm conscious that I am a late convert to S&C and, up to now, not a very disciplined one. When I was a young, skinny fast runner no one talked about S&C – it was all about getting out there and running. I still have an aversion to gyms. But older age and injuries have made me realise the need for more focused preparation and maintenance of the body to be able to keep going and get the best out of myself.
When I did the Level 3 Triathlon Coach award we had an excellent introduction to S&C from Alison Rose, the Brownlees' and Kelly Holme's physio, that helped me get started, both for those I coach privately or in the Club and for myself. In truth, though, I think I've been bigger on the promise than on consistent delivery. How to develop structured S&C programmes and make them a key part of training, rather than being another add-on that's likely to get squeezed out?
There was so much in the course, led by BTF's Ben Leach, to help structure effective, progressive programmes, all starting with a needs analysis. Key things to look for were covered: alignment, control, posture and balance. We also worked through how to structure individual sessions to create a well-rounded mix of warm up, specific injury prevention, plyometrics for power, strength and strength endurance. And of course there was lots of practical getting down to trying different exercises ourselves and coaching each other.
Some of these were familiar to me – though Ben took us through the key coaching points and ensured each one was done properly. Others were new and fun to try: watch out for a dynamic Pigeon Pose, Hot Lizard and various forms of Eastern European squats and lunges!
So the big question is: will this newfound enthusiasm last? What better place to start than with myself and by writing it down here in this blog post so there's no hiding. Over the next two weeks, then, I'm setting aside time to prepare the following:
- some one hour S&C sessions that I can perform once a week and, once I've tested them out on myself, have as a ready made stock for those clients who might benefit from them, adapting as needed and building in progressions
- some shorter, 15-20min selective routines that I can do every second or third day, possibly first thing in the mornings when I'm not swimming and as an extension of my daily stretch routine. Again there may be some clients who will benefit from these lighter and more targeted sets of exercises. And if there's the appetite, some could be incorporated into our Brighton Tri Club run session
- and thirdly, as I get back to running I'll go back to some advice Alison Rose gave me to finish every run with just a few minutes of calf raises.
There couldn't be a better time. All the people I coach are at the start of their base fitness phase - and some like me are getting over injuries.
Just eight and a half weeks ahead of me I have the supreme challenge of cross country skiing in Arctic Finland. What a test of strength endurance, balance and control! And beyond that lies another big SwimRun challenge to work towards, more of which another day.
Big thanks to Ben for a really helpful course and to all the other coaches who took part. Feel free to use the comments box below to add your own pledge to S&C or other thoughts and suggestions.


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Vanilla Ice headed to the Design District?
Rapper-turned-home-improvement-guru Vanilla Ice once had an extreme sporting good store in Miami Beach, but he eventually left to pursue "other opportunities" in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Now, the Miami native is saying he could soon be back in these parts as a business owner, maybe in the Design District. The star of a DIY Network home rehab show is branching out into the furniture business, and his online-only sales are through the roof, he said."We make our own tables and beds right here in South Florida by hand, one by one," the star said of his collaboration with Eclectic Design International. "They are selling like hotcakes, so I'm planning to open a few stores, at least one in Miami." Ice's company started when he and friends took to designing their own stuff. Now, he sells 50-plus items, including beds and bathtubs he describes as modern, contemporary and simple and tweeted about the venture recently. "I actually studied design online when I was in Miami 18 years ago," he said. "It wasn't a cool thing to do, so I didn't tell anyone. It's coming in pretty handy now."


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Situated on the banks of river Kaveri, Shivanasamudra is essentially a hydropower project location but is more commonly known for its waterfalls.
Literally meaning Shiva's Sea, this picturesque town with its rocky terrain and gushing waterfalls is a popular tourist destination with Gaganachukki, Shivanasamudra waterfall being the ones you don't want to miss. Tourists enjoy the calm amongst the roar of the cascading waters and the view from the vantage point. This calmness is infused with subtle hints of spirituality, given the Ranganatha temple here, which attracts pilgrims. The Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary will only fill your visit with more excitement with fishing and trekking.
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I've been practicing exclusively in the area of family law for 20 years. In 2007, I founded The Damore Law Firm, LLC. As a family law attorney, I've used many different approaches to help clients achieve optimal results. In my experience, the collaborative law approach is the most effective method for many clients.
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Collaborative law is a relatively recent development in family law. It aims to help divorcing couples resolve their differences in a setting of mutual respect and cooperation. Divorce is often acrimonious, but it doesn't have to be. Collaborative law allows divorcing couples to preserve their dignity and self-respect so they can move forward with their lives.
Litigation is a common method of determining the outcome of a divorce. In this approach, divorcing parties frequently allow emotions to interfere with sound judgment. In litigation, spouses might conceal information or engage in obstructive tactics. This results in time-consuming and costly court proceedings, which in turn cause further conflict. The parties exhaust their resources, and both parties are often unhappy with the final decree.
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Collaborative law was developed to reduce conflict and promote creative solutions. The parties commit to staying out of court and to resolving their differences civilly. Because of this non-adversarial frame of mind, the parties can often achieve their goals in a spirit of compromise and cooperation. Collaborative law minimizes the trauma of divorce and promotes acceptable results.
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In the collaborative model, each party has an attorney, and negotiations are conducted in joint sessions with all four present in a private setting. This encourages open dialogue. If the parties are unable to resolve their issues, the lawyers must withdraw from representation and cannot assist the parties in litigation. This provides an incentive for the parties AND the lawyers to reach agreement. Unlike in litigation, the parties commit to sharing information and evidence, thus making the process amicable and efficient. The collaborative model also allows for the joint selection of other professionals such as accountants, child specialists, or counselors if needed to resolve specific issues.
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Hatim al-Tai
Hatim al-Tai or Hatim Altaaey (Arabic: حاتم الطائي Hatim of the Tayy tribe; died 578), but formally Ḥātim bin ʿAbda'llāh bin Saʿad a'ṭ-Ṭāʾiyy (Arabic: حاتم بن عبد الله بن سعد الطائي) was a famous Arab poet who belonged to the Ta'i tribe of Arabia. Stories about his extreme generosity have made him an icon among Arabs up until today, as evident in the proverbial phrase "more generous than Hatim" (Arabic: أكرم من حاتم).
Al-Tai lived in Ha'il in the present-day Saudi Arabia and was mentioned in some Hadiths by Muhammad.[1] He died in 578[2] and was buried in Towaren, Ha'il. His tomb is described in the Arabian Nights.[3]
He lived in the sixth century CE and also figures in the Arabian Nights stories. The celebrated Persian poet Saadi, in his work Gulistan (1259 CE) wrote: "Hatim Taï no longer exists but his exalted name will remain famous for virtue to eternity. Distribute the tithe of your wealth in alms; for when the husbandman lops off the exuberant branches from the vine, it produces an increase of grapes".[4] He is also mentioned in Saadi's Bostan (1257).[5] According to legends in various books and stories, he was a famous personality in the region of Ta'i (present day Ha'il) and is also a well-known figure in the rest of the Middle East as well as the Indian subcontinent, featuring in many books, films and TV series in Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Turkish, Hindi and various other languages.
Rozat-ul-Sufa mentions that "In the eighth year after the birth of his eminence the Prophet (Muhammad), died Noushirwan the Just, and Hatemtai the generous, both famous for their virtues",[6] around 579 CE. According to the 17th-century orientalist D'Herbelot, his tomb was located at a small village called Anwarz, in Arabia.[7]
- On Avarice by Hatem Taiy[8]
Qissa-e-Hatem-tai (قصۂ حاتم طائی), alternatively Dastan-e-Hatem-tai (داستانِ حاتم طائی), meaning "The Tale of Hatemtai" is very popular in South Asia. Multiple films (see below) have been made about Hatim based on this story, which narrates seven of his fantastic adventures in seven chapters.
The books on the story usually consist of a short introduction describing his ancestry and character and tells the seven episodes based on seven riddles, asked by a beautiful and rich woman named Husn Banu (حسن بانو), who will marry only the person who is able to obtain answers to all seven of them.[9] The riddles are:
- 'What I saw once, I long for a second time.'
- 'Do good, and cast it upon the waters.'
- 'Do no evil; if you do, such shall you meet with.'
- 'He who speaks the truth is always tranquil.'
- 'Let him bring an account of the mountain of Nida.'
- 'Let him produce a pearl of the size of a duck's egg.'
- 'Let him bring an account of the bath of Badgard.'
A king, who falls in love with her but unable to find answers, tells the generous Hatemtai, whom he meets by chance, all about it. Hatim undertakes the quest to find the answers and help the king marry her.
TV series
- Dastaan-e-Hatimtai - An Indian TV Series aired on DD National.[10]
- Hatim - An Indian TV Series on Star Plus in 2003-04
- The Adventures of Hatim - A 2013 Indian TV Series on Life OK
See also
- ↑ Abdul-Rahman, Muhammad Saed (2003-12-21). Islam: Questions And Answers - The Heart Softeners (Part 1). MSA Publication Limited. pp. 81–82. ISBN 9781861793287.
- ↑ Kitab al-Aghani by Abu al-Faraj al-Isfahani
- ↑ van Arendonk, Cornelis (1987). E.J. Brill's First Encyclopaedia of Islam 1913-1936. E. J. Brill. p. 290. ISBN 9789004082656.
- ↑ http://www.sacred-texts.com/isl/arp/arp159.htm HATIM TAI, THE GENEROUS ARAB CHIEF
- ↑ The Bustan of Sadi, tr. by A. Hart Edwards, 1911, http://www.sacred-texts.com/isl/bus/bus06.htm
- ↑ http://persian.packhum.org/persian/pf?file=08501030&ct=0
- ↑ Arbuthnot, F. F. (1887). Persian Portraits: A Sketch of Persian History, Literature and Politics. B. Quaritch. p. 132. Retrieved 13 December 2013.
- ↑ Arabian Poetry, by W. A. Clouston, 1881, http://www.sacred-texts.com/isl/arp/arp028.htm#page_99
- ↑ Persian Portraits: A Sketch of Persian History, Literature and Politics by F. F. Arbuthnot
- ↑ PVR to release animation film Adventures of Sinbad, Farida Khanzada : Mumbai, Indian Express, Fri Jan 18 2013 http://www.indianexpress.com/news/PVR-to-release-animation-film-Adventures-of-Sinbad/1060773/
Further reading
- The Story of Hatim in The Arabian Nights (AD 800-900 in modern form).
- The Adventures of Hatim Tai (Qissa-e-Hatim Tai, from an 1824 Persian manuscript) by Duncan Forbes.
- Adventures of the second Darwesh in Bagh-o-Bahar or Qissa Chahar Darvesh, Mir Amman of Delhi, Urdu 1804, translated by Duncan Forbes
- Edward FitzGerald (1809–1883) mentions Hatim Tai in his translations of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. See quatrain IX in Fitzgerald's first edition:
"But come with old Khayyam, and leave the Lot
Of Kaikobad and Kaikhosru forgot:
Let Rustum lay about him as he will,
Or Hatem Taiy cry Supper--heed them not."
External links
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Friends of Adair Park and Adair Park Today are partnering with the Mayor's Summer Reading Club to host a book club in AP2 for neighborhood kids ages 0-8! Join us on June 13, 2015 from 12- 2pm to receive a free book, learn a phrase in Sign Language, and have fun reading with your neighbors! Light refreshments will be provided. More information will be posted in the Adair Park Neighbors group on Facebook and online at adairpark.com. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com with any questions. We hope to see you there!
Adair Park II Meeting Recap
On April 30, Park Pride, Atlanta Parks Department and Councilmember Sheperd's office facilitated an idea-generation activity focused on what should replace the pavilion-covered area in Adair Park II. Some of the ideas generated included expanding the playground equipment area, adding lighting, adding vehicular bollards/boulders, and creating a leafy flower garden to address the water run-off concerns. Councilmember Sheperd's office remains committed to removing the pavilion ASAP, and replacing it with a community-driven solution shortly thereafter.
Park Pride put together a book outlining some of the ideas residents discussed at the meeting. Residents who are interested in this process are encouraged to reach out to Friends of the Park by contacting firstname.lastname@example.com
Annie E. Casey Foundation Community Investment Fund Now Taking Applications!
The Annie E. Casey Foundation-Atlanta Civic Site (ACS) is pleased to release the grant application for the 2015 Community Investment Fund. The Community Investment Fund is a grant opportunity open to resident-led projects in Adair Park, Mechanicsville, Peoplestown, Pittsburgh, Summerhill and Capitol Gateway, known collectively as NPU-V.
The primary objectives of these grants are to:
- Support volunteers and grassroots organizations who are taking ownership in improving their communities;
- Foster relationships by encouraging diverse community partnerships to work toward common goals;
- Build capacity within the community through training and leadership development; and
- Support and track at least one measureable neighborhood improvement from each grantee, with the understanding that incremental improvements lead to broader community impact.
Awards range from $500-$5,000 annually.
The deadline for receiving applications is 5 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2015, no exceptions.
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Adair Park II Meeting Thursday, April 30th!
APT & Friends of Adair Park would like to invite all neighbors to attend a meeting at 6pm on April 30, 2015, at the Kroc Center (967 Dewey Street). The meeting will be led by Park Pride and Councilmember Sheperd's office. The focus will be a brainstorming session on moving the pavilion in AP2 and redesigning the park to increase safety in the community. Please plan on attending and bring your ideas! It is very important for everyone to come out! Questions? Contact Randy Gibbs at firstname.lastname@example.com
Adair Park Today Seeks New Board Members!
Adair Park Today needs (3-4) members for the Board of Directors each year to provide guidance and support to our neighborhood organization. The Directors shall govern the Community Development component of Adair Park Today. The duties of the Directors are to work in conjunction with the Officers of Adair Park Today to ensure an orderly process and promote the best interests of the organization. To nominate yourself or a neighbor, please contact APT Parliamentarian Justin Wood at firstname.lastname@example.com by May 30th. We will vote on candidates at the May APT meeting. These positions would end on December 31, 2015.
Find Adair Park Today's Bylaws here.
Join the Community Investment Fund Board of the Annie E Casey Foundation!
Dear NPU-V neighbor,
It is our desire to invite you, your neighbors, and others you may know across the NPU-V neighborhoods to apply to become a Board Member for the Community Investment Fund of The Annie E. Casey Foundation's Atlanta Civic Site. The Atlanta Civic Site (ACS) is pleased to kick-off the 2015 Community Investment Fund (CIF) program, The Atlanta Civic Site partners with community members to fund resident-led projects in NPU-V neighborhoods that focus on ACS's priority areas: Education Achievement, Neighborhood Transformation, and Family Economic Success. The Role of Community Investment Board Members
The Community Investment Board will review, select and manage funding for community projects, with support from ACS staff. Please note that Board members are not eligible to apply for Community Investment Fund grants; individuals interested in applying for funding should not apply for board positions. We will distribute more information about the grant application process once the Board has been assembled.
Below are some additional guidelines to consider before applying to the Board:
-The board will be comprised of a maximum of 13 people including one ACS staff member and up to 12 neighborhood representatives. We are seeking representation from all NPU-V neighborhoods;
-We ask that you disclose affiliations with groups that are currently active in NPU-V. For grant selection, Board members must recuse themselves from the decision making process if an organization that they are affiliated with applies to the fund;
-We are committed to assembling a Board that represents the diversity of the community.
-Emerging leaders or those who are new to community work are encouraged to apply;
-Board members will receive all training necessary to carry out their responsibilities, no prior experience is necessary;
-Board membership will require a time commitment of 5-10 hours per month on average. This includes a required orientation, monthly meetings/workshops, and additional time for working
with grantees;
-We are requesting a commitment of approximately 8 months with the term ending December 31, 2015.
The ideal applicant is detail and deadline-oriented, has a strong commitment to NPU-V, and an interest in developing his/her leadership capacity. Semi-finalists will be interviewed the week of March 30th by a selection committee and finalized in April.
Board Member for the Community Investment Fund (CIF)
Board applications are due by close of business Tuesday, April 7. If you are interested in nominating an individual for Board membership, please provide his or her name and contact information to Tramunda Hodges (firstname.lastname@example.com), or pass along the application and encourage them to apply.
We want to recognize and express appreciation to the 2014 Board members for their commitment and service: Adam Stanley, Kysha Hehn, Quiana Ennis, Frederick Zak, Stanley Trammell, John Armour, Bobby Williams, Geoffrey Heard and Akia Lewis. Thank You!
We look forward to partnering with you and greatly appreciate your interest in developing a strong resident team to lead the Community Investment Fund.
Natallie Keiser
Tramunda Hodges
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April Workdays in the Community Garden!
Please join our neighbors and community garden organizer Stacey Robertson as we get ready for a bountiful summer!
April 4th: Clean-up and adding tiered beds (which can be easily moved)
Time: 9am – 12pm
April 18th: Clean up and late spring/early summer planting, running irrigation, installing solar pump
Time: 9am-5pm
We will supply gloves, tools, continental breakfast and lunch
If you can't join us, please consider making a donation of one of the following:
Organic pest control for vegetables
Organic compost
Organic soil
Melon seeds
Squash seeds
Tomato plants/seeds
Okra seeds
Cedar planks – we'll need approximately 108 linear feet of 8×1 cedar
All donations to the garden are tax deductible. Any monetary donations can be made to Spoonful of Honey Food and Job Initiative, Inc., a federally recognized 501(c)3. Questions? Contact Stacey Robertson at email@example.com
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Get the inside story on breaking into the film industry from a panel of film
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The variety of jobs available
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Where to get trained
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Tuesday, March 24, 2015 4:00-6:00 PM
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Flag Football Season Begins March 31!
The Youth Sports League flag football season is about to begin!
The dates are as follows:
Preseason March 31
Regular season April 14-May 19
Playoffs May 26
Championship May 30
All games begin at 6pm and will be played at Adair Park I with the exception of the April 28th and May 5th games which will be played at Kennedy Middle School.
Contact Adam Stanley at 678-612-4060 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Planning Meetings: Fall Festival and Tour de SWAT
We will be meeting at Matthew Garbett's home, 1007 Allene, this Sunday, March 8th to plan two major events:
Fall Festival
Adair Park Today is hoping to support a large community event to take place in September or October of 2015. We will need many volunteers to organize and implement this event. This meeting will center around choosing a theme and subsequent tasks to make our first neighborhood festival a reality!
Tour de SWAT
This year's Tour de SWAT will take place on May 9th. This committee is looking for volunteers to secure sponsorships, run refreshment tables and conduct outreach to advertise the event. Tour participants will bike through seven southwest Atlanta neighborhoods, visiting restored houses, renovations, city parks and other cultural attractions. Last year's tour was a huge success!
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Well today is ANOTHER day of rain and fog...... when do we get spring??? This is getting depressing and I just don't seem to be able to get much done.
I decided to do this card with So Saffron as the card base to try to brighten my day. I then cut the lattice to fit the frame. Found a cute flower stamp that says "smile". I tied some green ribbon around it but when I looked it was just too plain. This is it so far.
Now I embossed a white piece and sponged it with So Saffron, then used the 5 petal punch to punch it out, added a button and some leaves. OK not too bad but it could still use something.
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Raphael Soyer: Representations
Classifying himself as a representational artist, Raphael Soyer uses art to fulfill the most constant of human needs: depiction and expression of the dreams as well as the realities of ordinary human beings. In contrast to the abstractionists, Soyer describes his art as "constructive, life-preserving, aiming to transform the destructiveness of this {world}, to give us a better reality, a better life."
Included in "Raphael Soyer: Representations" are numerous portrayals of women, each of which reveals his understanding of and sensitivity to women and their everyday roles. He does not deify them nor does he stereotype them. Instead, he reveals his veneration by peering into their souls and recording nuances of the inner makeup through his representation of characteristic poses drawn from real-life scenes.
As in all of his works, his identification with suffering, expressed in objective terms, reflects his affinity for his subjects as well as for Russian realists such as Tolstoy. Having been raised in New York City, Soyer was very familiar with the common life and sought to depict not the fashionable denizens of culture, but rather shop girls, office girls and shoppers: women who had done battle with the harsher realities of life.
What is most notable about his representations of working women is his ability to convey their wholeness. His subjects are multi-dimensional individuals who often stoically endure life abuses. Interestingly, when a man and woman are portrayed together, the woman appears dominant and the rapport between the two seems markedly strained, with each involved in his or her separate world; alternatively, when women are shown together, a common bond appears to unite them and transcend objective differences.
Concerned chiefly with truthful presentations, Soyer avoids adornment and attempts to portray the scene as he sees it. His figures, whether they are friends or strangers, often lack beauty and yet exude a realness that transcend conventional classifications.
While his early works can be classified as primitivism, by 1929 his forms were deftly crafted and he was using light and shadow to produce sharp-edged, full-bodied subjects.


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Kia Ora!
My first ever haul blog!! I love seeing these from other people so here's my attempt.
I went on a small shopping spree to Farmers and got a few products off mybeautystore.com, when they were having a sale. I'm impressed with how quick they shipped out my products, although I was upset that some of the products I ordered (and paid for) were out of stock. I was refunded, which was fine, but I was looking forward to trying some Trilogy products. Oh well, maybe next time!
First off, the products from mybeautystore.
Garnier Radience Boosting Scrub (Wake Me Up)
Yay, an exfoliating scrub! I'm most excited about this because I've been finding it really hard to wake up in the morning before work, so I'm hoping that this helps. I love trying new scrubs so I'm looking forward to trying it out. It smells like orange panadol (the one kids have) so I'll be interested to see how that scent works when using this product.
Garnier Pure Daily Deep Pore Wash
I've been noticing some blackheads on my nose and thought this might help deal with them. I'm also keen to try a product with salycilic acid in the hopes it helps with my breakouts.
Trilogy samples
You get to choose 3 samples with orders from mybeautystore, and I at least get to try some Trilogy products. Hopefully these are as nice as they are rumoured to be, and I'm keen to see what all the fuss is about.
Manicare Mini Tweezers
I lost my tweezers a few months ago in a house move, so I'm really happy to get these. They came as a free gift for spending over $25 (before the refunded products). They are super cute!
Right, now onto the Farmers products.
Vixen Hair Graffiti Hair Colour Chalks - Pastel
My little sister is visiting for the school holidays and this is our treat for her visit. We will be trying these out over the next few days and it should be a lot of fun :)
Australis Paparazzi Perfect High Definition Eyeshadow
I saw this in a Youtube video (by Jen Luv's Reviews) and then it was on sale. It's like the fates wanted me to have it! It was $3.00 so I just couldn't resist. The colours are really pretty, and I think it will be a great summer eyeshadow palette (even in the depths of winter I can dream of the sun).
The shadows are really soft, and the swatches look great (see below)! The lighter pink isn't very visible but the rest are really pigmented. I say this with very limited make-up knowledge. However, I like this palette.
Well, that's it for my first haul. I'm not sure these will happen very often as I mostly don't buy much (or at least try not to). Hope you enjoyed! Constructive criticism welcomed! I would love to fix any major annoying errors!
Until next time ...


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Exciting research into vitamin D and myelin repair
Every now and then I'll check-in on the research that's happening in the MS world. At the moment they're looking at drugs that have the potential to encourage re-myelination. Essentially repairing the fatty lining or insulation on the neurons and axons in the brain, which could potentially repair the damage done by an attack. The end goal is to try and prevent and reverse disability. This is something I'm really excited about because it could be such a game-changer for MS.
Speaking from experience I know one of the most difficult things about MS is the unpredictability of this illness. I could have an attack tomorrow or in 10 years, I don't know, you just have to live in the moment and pray your one of the lucky ones who it doesn't really affect. Some days I think I have my head around the whole disability thing, if it happens it happens. Then some days it breaks my heart to think that I could end up disabled. I have never been more grateful for a fully functioning body in all my life.
But that's one of the reasons I follow the OMS program, to gain back some control. As the diet and lifestyle changes have shown to slow the disease course and slow down disability rates or even halt or reverse the damage. Most patients in the Swank study who followed his regime were completely fine through to old age and if anything had a walking stick. I could handle a walking stick. If I can manage one at 31 I can manage one at 70. The Swank study didn't recommend the lifestyle changes the OMS program does so there's even more hope for us yet. And with new research every year we are learning more and more about how to handle this difficult disease.
Right now there are 11 approved disease modifiers in Australia already on the market which are designed to reduce the frequency and severity of clinical attacks, and prevent lesions in the brain and spinal cord from forming. So attention has now been turned to "what if we could reverse disability" and it's happening. They say right now we're at the fore-front of MS research and it's really exciting reading about the strides they're making finding all of these new drugs to help us.
Recently they've discovered some everyday over-the-counter medications used for common health concerns that can help with myelin repair. One being Miconazole, a topical anti-fungal, and another Clobetasol, a topical corticosteroid. These two drugs showed to reverse disability in mice models with a similar illness. Mice completely regained the use of their back legs. Another angle they're taking is with Anti-Lingo 1 which is a trial currently underway in an effort to block the lingo protein to promote re-myelination. There's also the hypertension drug Guanabenz which is showing to block the degeneration of myelin and halt MS in animal models. I find all of this research so exciting but it's so easy to get your hopes up with trials, they do say what happens in mice doesn't necessarily translate into humans, unfortunately, so clinical trials are needed and these trials take years, which is really hard to wait for.
However, the latest news on repairing myelin is also VERY exciting BECAUSE it's super easy and cost effective and you're probably doing it already. Vitamin D!... Vitamin D is showing to encourage myelin repair and dull down the over active immune response. According to the MS Society of Canada "These findings support a study from earlier this year that demonstrated that vitamin D can stimulate neural stem cells into becoming both myelin-producing oligodendrocytes and new nerve cells".
Currently on the OMS program I'm taking 5000iu of vitamin D a day plus getting out in the sunshine everyday for at least 15 minutes as recommended. Dr Jelinek recommends that those of us with MS should keep our blood levels above 150nmol/L.
So stay positive and keep fighting, research is happening and discoveries are being made constantly. There is hope!! and in the mean time, get into some vitamin D!


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Tackling Twitter Trolls
It's no secret that social media presents a fantastic opportunity for brands to connect with consumers. However, where there is good there is often bad as well. For Twitter, the bad typically comes in the form of trolls. These users prey on the posts of brands and individuals alike, picking a fight with little or no instigation. As most companies utilize the platform primarily for customer service activities, it's easy to see why this can be a problem.
So, how can brands navigate the challenge of dealing with such users? That's where our South Florida advertising agency comes in. First, let's analyze how Wendy's takes on the angriest users on Twitter.
The Wendy's Approach
Popular fast-food chain Wendy's has been making headlines lately for its saucy responses to those who make the mistake of trolling its Twitter account.
It all started with this exchange.
2017 is off to quite a start. pic.twitter.com/V9XWY7J4gp
— Parker Molloy (@ParkerMolloy) January 3, 2017
Things only escalated from there.
@dpeacock980 Your dignity
— Wendy's (@Wendys) January 4, 2017
@realbenitobandz Sorry, we only serve things that are fresh.
— Wendy's (@Wendys) January 24, 2017
@dat_boi__7 it takes a little more effort to do things like use fresh lettuce and not freeze the beef, but if that doesn't matter to you 👋
— Wendy's (@Wendys) January 23, 2017
The Twitter-verse has been loving every exchange, with many of its responses reaching viral-status, so it's clear that this strategy of hitting back with humor can be effective. However, it may not be the right fit for every brand. As a fast-food restaurant, Wendy's target audience is primarily comprised of the millennial generation, who lives for the memes and witty banter the account has been spitting out in 2017. Alternatively, law firms, real estate brokerages, and other businesses whose audiences may not be as responsive to these tactics will need to take a different approach.
Tips for Responding to Trolls
The fact of the matter is that responding to Twitter trolls isn't likely to sway their opinion on your company, but that doesn't mean it should be avoided. According to Sprout Social, 88 percent of consumers stated that seeing complaints on social media go unaddressed would deter them from buying. Therefore, responding the right way is vital.
Here are some things to keep in mind when crafting a rebuttal:
Craft a strategy. Every brand on social needs a strategy, and how to respond to negative comments needs to have a place in it. Consult a South Florida advertising agency to ensure your plan will be effective, but be sure to stick to it.
Think before you post. Before hitting the "tweet" button, it is essential to consider how people are likely to react to your post. While it's impossible to imagine every possible response, it should be easy to spot potential red flags. On that note, picking fights with other brands is just setting yourself up for a battle — so avoid it at all costs.
Move the conversation. Especially in situations where the user points out a potentially valid concern, it's important to continue the conversation. However, that exchange should not occur publicly. Request contact information or opt to move the discussion into a direct message, while assuring the person that the issue will be handled.
Be Transparent. At some point, every business will encounter a situation in which it is in the wrong. In these cases, it is always essential to be transparent about the matter, and show users that you're working to correct the problem. Your efforts may not win over the troll in question, but they will reflect well on other customers.
Don't fuel the fire. A simple and clear response that is sensitive to the user's concerns and apologetic (when necessary) is all that consumers ask for. Responding over and over as someone goes off on a Twitter rant won't do your image any favors. Respond once, and respond well.
The best way to ensure social media trolls won't tarnish your brand's image is to work with a full-service South Florida advertising agency whose team of social media experts can be on call to respond quickly and appropriately. If you need help in this department, we'd love to discuss how we can best assist you. Give us a call today to set up a free consultation on your marketing efforts.


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Dennette Beth Myers
Founder and Director of Bodycentric Healing Arts
Acutonics Sound Vibration, CranioSacral Therapy, Bemer Therapy, Education
Dennette is a transformational practitioner with a servant spirit and compassionate heart dedicated to supporting you and your family with natural therapies.
Dennette's integrative approach to healing through the use of bodywork with vibrational and craniosacral therapies along with essential plant oils and additional modalities, including Bemer Therapy. She has been successful in healing many conditions as well as enhancing wellness, and reducing discomfort for people of all ages.
Together we will create an individualized plan to help you achieve your optimal life of vitality and balance. After years of working in the nutritional supplement industry and earning a certificate in Ayurveda for Self-Care Dennette offers knowledgeable suggestions for life-style, diet, nutrition, supplementation, and best use of plant and basic oils for your constitution and unique self.
Dennette is a natural educator offering opportunities for you and your family to learn— one-on-one or in a class— a variety of ways the natural world of vibration, electromagnetism, sound, and touch can support and relieve common conditions such as stress, sleep issues, pain and discomfort, digestive issues, low energy, and so much more.
With a music and rhythm performance and training foundation during her early and college education, Dennette enjoys offering periodic Soundscapes Meditations for an immersion in vibration as a sonic journey.
She also provides mentoring and instruction to licensed massage therapists and bodyworkers to empower personal and professional growth. Check back periodically on the events or Bodycentric Healing Arts Academy page to learn more as upcoming classes are scheduled.
If you aren't sure where to start in your healing journey at Bodycentric Healing Arts, schedule a wellness consultation with Dennette to discuss your individual needs and goals.
Education & Certifications
- Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques, Freedom From Pain Institute
- Meditation for Transformation, 3 Doors Academy II
- Acutonics Healing System, Kairos Institute
- Singing Bowl Master, Nine Ways Academia
- CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute
- Somato Emotional Release, Upledger Institute
- Integrated Imagery, Atlantic University
- Atlas-Axis Mobilization and Cervical Stabilization, St. John Neuromuscular Seminars
- Thai-Yoga Bodywork, Vedic Conservatory
- Ayurveda for Self-Care, American Institute of Vedic Studies
- Pregnancy Massage, Professional School of Massage
- Massage Therapy, Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy
- Usui Reiki Master: Initiation by Jennifer M. Kirkpatrick
- B.M. Music Performance, West Chester University
Certified Professional: Association of Bodywork and Massage Practitioners (A.B.M.P.)
The Sound Healers Association
The 3 Doors Academy International Association
Teaching Assistant, Upledger Institute
Serena Morris
Licensed Massage Therapist
Myoskelatal Alignment Technique (MAT), Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, CranioSacral Therapy, and Bemer Therapy
Serena is a skilled bodywork practitioner with a passion for cultivating your sustained wellness and quality of life. As Dennette's understudy she continues to advance her skills with an integrative approach unique to each session.
She specializes in helping you maximize and achieve the best blood flow and circulation throughout your body while reducing pain and inflammation. Through a restorative approach, Myoskelatal Alignment Technique (MAT), Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, CranioSacral, and Bemer Therapy are methods she utilizes to to address and heal discomfort.
As a Wellness Advocate, Serena partners with each client to offer empowering self-care practices to achieve optimal well-being. She offers Nutraceutical consultations for anyone interested in enhancing life through effective and research-based, natural supplementation.
Education & Certifications
- Myskeletal Alignment Techniques, Freedom From Pain Institute
- CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute
- Massage Therapy – Cortiva Institute
- B.A. Political Science, Kutztown University
Certified Professional: Association of Bodywork and Massage Practitioners (A.B.M.P.)
The 3 Doors Academy
Carolina McFarland
Licensed Massage Therapist
CranioSacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, Energy Medicine, Reiki, Health Coach
Carolina McFarland brings a unique whole body and systems approach to wellness based on a Functional Medicine Model of health, including the biological, psychological and spiritual aspects of each person. She has over 15 years experience working as an Alternative Therapy Practitioner in clinical settings and loves helping those with chronic pain and stress syndromes, migraines and digestive disorders.
As a Health Coach she also works to empower and educate individuals to achieve optimal well-being through a bio-individualized program that includes nutritional testing to detect food and chemical sensitivities, genetic markers and gut-brain imbalances.
Education & Certifications
- CranioSacral Therapy 2 – Upledger Institute International
- Brain Therapy for Children and Adults – Dr. Barry Gillespie, DMD
- The Mind That Changes The Brain – Dr. Daniel Siegel, MD, UCLA
- The Reconnection, Eric Pearl – Level 1 & 2
- Myofascial Release, Levels 1 & 2 – John Barnes, PT
- Usui System of Reiki Healing, Second Degree Level
- Muscle Therapy – Pennsylvania School of Muscle TherapySeeking Health Educational Institute – Conference – Functional and Lifestyle Medicine
- Institute For Brain Potential – Happiness, Habits and Behaviors
- Institute For Brain Potential – Understanding the Gut Brain – Merrily Kuhn, PhD
- Mindfulness in Medicine, Healthcare and Society @ VNA/Hospice – University of Pennsylvania's program based on Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD , Full Catastrophe Living
- Extensive studies in Holistic Health, Energy Medicine, Nutrition
- Business and Consciousness Conference – Santa Fe, NM
- Landmark Education – Graduate, Leadership Programs
- Hippocrates – West Palm Beach, FL – Healing Disease States with Raw Food
Tina Simon
Reiki Master
Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master
Tina is an intelligent and intuitive Reiki Master who applies a heart-centered approach to helping you feel seen, cared for and supported.
She works to balance and clear energetic blockages that cause physical, emotional or spiritual body issues and to facilitate healing from chronic or acute illness or injury.
With a life philosophy of learning and growth, Tina also works collaboratively as a musician and teacher and has been a student of Raja Yoga, Qi Gong, Tai Chi Ch'uan and Kundalini Meditation.
Education & Certifications
- Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master, International Center for Reiki Training – Carolyn Musial, Licensed Teacher
- First Degree Usui Reiki Certification – Carol Ann Waiters, Devon, PA
- Second Degree Usui Reiki Certification -Carol Ann Waiters, Devon, PA
- Third Degree Usui Reiki Certification – Annie Klein, Vancouver BC
- AA Music Performance – University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Healing Touch Professional Association
Sound Healers Association
Isabella Rivard
Licensed Massage Therapist
Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Therapeutic Massage
Isabella is a recent graduate of Cortiva Institute where she harnessed knowledge in a variety of skills including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial, Sports, and more. While developing her practice, she has found a passion in enhancing her studies in structural assessment and bodywork. She's very excited to study with Dennette to expand upon her practice and utilize her variety of techniques to make every session personal and unique.
Education & Certifications
- Licensed Massage Therapist
- Bodycentric Healing Arts Training


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Capillaria philippinensis
Also found in: Wikipedia.
Ca·pil·la·ri·a phi·lip·pi·nen·'sis
a species of threadworm that has been implicated as a cause of intestinal capillariasis among northern Philippine fishermen.
Capillaria philippinensis
A species of roundworm discovered in the Philippines. It causes severe diarrhea, malabsorption, and enteric protein loss in humans; mortality is high.
See also: Capillaria


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Bats are mammals. Like other mammals, they have hair or fur on their bodies and are warm-blooded. Bats are the only mammals that can fly. A bat's wing has skin stretched between the very long finger bones and the body to form the wing membrane.
A bat made in pewter supplied on quality key chain.


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Hey there!
Hardly one week goes by without Elon Musk being in the news. This week he launched a new company and made history by reusing a rocket. I'm such a fan of this man. Such a role model!
He is founding companies in all different fields and even if he has no knowledge on the topic that's not a problem.. Have an idea? Just go for it! Articles, blogs, youtube is right there in the tips of your hand. Just do the work, within 6 months you can be anywhere.
On a personal side this week has been a very exciting and joyful week.
I'm up to some really interesting things that I look forwards to share with you. But first, let's have a look at the awesome stories of this week!
Hope this sparks good conversations.
Wish you a wonderful Sunday!
30th of March SpaceX made history by successfully relaunching and re-landing a used Falcon 9 rocket booster for the first time. SpaceX's orbital rocket system is already the most affordable in the world, but reusability could save companies more than $18 million per launch which is 30 % cheaper.
Elon Musk just launched a company to merge your brain with a computer.
The company which is called Neuralink. Its ultimate goal is to create a series of devices that can be implanted in the human brain.
"For a meaningful partial brain interface, I think we're roughly 4-5 years away" Elon Musk Says.
Brain implants have allowed a quadriplegic to move his arm.
He used a system combining a brain-computer interface (BCI) and Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) technology to move his arms again just by thinking.
Research shows that 40 % of all cancers are entirely preventable.
Scientists have published new research suggesting that up to 60% of cancers could be caused by random DNA mutations, rendering those cancers completely unavoidable. The other 40%, could be prevented via diet, exercise, and other environmental factors.
Researchers from Worcester Polytechnic create working heart tissue from a spinach leaf!!
Plants could eventually help us treat heart attack patients or others whose hearts have difficulty contracting.
The U.N. Met To Negotiate A Complete, Global Ban on Nuclear Weapons.
This week, over 3,400 scientists came together in support the United Nations' nuclear ban negotiations, signing a document by the Future of Life that calls for a total disarmament. Notable signees include Freeman Dyson, Stephen Hawking, and Daniel Dennett. More than 2,500 scientists from 70 countries have signed an open letter in support of the nuclear disarmament negotiations. Neuroscience professor and Nobel Laureate, Edvard Moser, believes nuclear weapons represent one of the biggest threats to our civilization.
US Congress voted to allow internet providers to sell your browsing history/data.
Another skyscraper concept entered the news this week. Architects propose an insane skyscraper suspended from an orbiting asteroid.
Could we survive on it?
Skyscrapers of the future. You gotta check these out! I could definitely live in one of those, as long as it was co-living focused.
Dubai is going to be the home for the world's first 3D printed skyscraper. Construction firm Cazza Technologies is behind it.
Any surface can be a touch screen with this new device.
Impossible Foods (looking like a real burger, having the texture as one and tasting like one - but is plant based) are ready to scale up and bought a huge factory in Oakland (!!) This new facility of 60,000 square feet will make 12 million pounds of plant based burgers a year. By the end of the year they are aiming to be in 1000 restaurants all over US.
The "meat," developed by a team led by former Stanford biochemistry professor Patrick Brown.
Still fancy "old-fashioned" meat? Why not chose Memphis Meats, it's the same meat you eat from the animal, the exception is that the animal is left out of the whole process. We are 5 years away from lab grown meat hitting store shelves. Its healthier, cheaper and way better for our planet.
You can now design your own car and change it as much as you want.
SingularityHubs Top 5 Picks of The Week


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When it comes to being safe around semitrucks, there's a little thing called the "no-zone" and you want to avoid being in this zone like the plague. All big vehicles have no-zones that surround them, and when a car enters one of these areas, a collision is much more likely to occur.
No-zones are blind spots, where a motorist's vehicle completely disappears from the view of a bus or truck driver. Below, we'll discuss all the different no-zones that surround these big vehicles:
-- Side no-zones: On either side of trucks and buses, there are large blind spots. If you're driving on the left or right side of a big truck, and you can't see the face of the truck driver in his or her side-view mirrors, then the truck driver probably can't see you either. In the event that the truck driver has to take evasive action toward the side where you're invisibly present, you could end up getting crushed.
-- Rear no-zones: Rush-hour traffic can be mind-numbingly boring and frustrating. It's especially frustrating when you're being a good driver and not tailgating, but everyone else keeps butting in front of you. Never be tempted to scoot up close to the back of a big truck -- even if other impatient drivers are getting in front of you. Directly behind a big truck is one of the blindest no-zones these vehicles have, and if the truck stops suddenly, you could end up in a deadly collision.
-- Front no-zones: Believe it or not, truck drivers are so high up in the air, they have limited visibility directly in front of them. If you're driving, make sure you can see the entire front of the semi truck in your rear view mirror before you change lanes in front of it.
The drivers who are lazy about no-zone avoidance, unfortunately, are the ones who run a higher risk of getting killed. Avoiding a truck accident like this is far more preferable than getting hurt in a crash and needing to pursue financial restitution in court. Indeed, an ounce of prevention is worth a million pounds of cure when it comes to semitruck crashes.
Source: dps.gov.mp, "What is the no zone?," accessed March 24, 2017


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You were a zealot against the Romans,
Whom you terribly wanted to crush,
Perhaps you dreamt of spearing their skulls,
And watching their bright blood gush;
But Jesus of Nazareth was meek and mild,
And he turned the other cheek,
When He healed the Roman's servant,
Did you think the Messiah was weak?
But Jesus spoke to rich and poor
With an amazing proclamatory power,
And before no man -- Jew or Roman --
Did He ever stoop or cower;
His multitudinous miracles filled your
Heart with amazement and with awe,
Almost imperceptibly you came to realize
That He was the fulfillment of the law.
Some say that you were cruelly crucified,
Just like Our Most Blessed Lord,
Others say you were sawed in two,
With your body savagely and brutally gored;
Either way, the acid anger of hate corroded
The malicious murderers' brains,
While in your holy heart God's Spirit
Everlastingly and eternally reigns.


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Sweet Revenge Bake Shop was founded in 2011, and early on Saskia had the opportunity to operate the bake shop in a large capacity. Saskia fell in love with the business and purchased the bake shop in 2014. Since then, Sweet Revenge had been rebranded, moved, taken on many more staff members, and expanded its delicious menu categories. Sweet Revenge is proud to operate out of the Olde Riverside neighbourhood and is a large part of the community.
Sweet Revenge Bake Shop has proven that people's hearts and tummies still value locally-sourced baked goods made from scratch. Using high quality raw ingredients, we've created our own twist on classics such as the OMG! Brownies, Lemon Coconut Squares, Peanut Butter Snickers Bar Cookies, Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies, and so much more! Our vegan and gluten-free options also ensure everybody gets a treat. With our award-winning cupcakes changing monthly, there's always something new to discover!
Saskia and our knowledgeable staff ensure that your special occasion is unforgettable. At Sweet Revenge we pride ourselves on our custom cakes, from 3D cigar boxes and naked cakes, to wedding and children's birthday cakes. With everything baked from scratch and personable customer service, you'll wonder why you ever baked at home!


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Sarawak is one of Malaysian states that is on the Borneo island. It is a fasnating destination, nicknamed Bumi Kenyalang which literally means "Land of the Hornbill". Here are 10 things you ought to try when you're in Kuching, state capital of Sarawak.
1. Taste Kuching's favourite noodle dish called "kolo mee". This simple noodle dish with slices of barbecued pork, a sprinkling of spring onions and a bowl of soup drives Kuchingites (that's what we call people from Kuching) abroad mad with desire. Available at most coffeeshops and cafes in Kuching. If you can find "kolo mee", you should also try the spicy Sarawak laksa, another specialty dish of Sarawak.
2. Try "umai". "Umai" is the Melanau's version of the Cantonese 'yee sang' (raw fish salad). Imagine a fiesty salad of shallots, raw fish, lime juice and salt.Never leave without giving this dish a try!
3. Take a boat ride to the other side of the Kuching River for 30 sen (or USD 0.10) The non-motorised boat ride goes across the Kuching River in just under five minutes. It's a slow and beautiful boat ride across a lovely river. Where to go for this boat ride? Just get to the Kuching Waterfront, the pride of all Kuchingites.
4. Hang loose at the Waterfront. It's a hip and happening place to be when the sun sets even if you're only sipping "teh tarik" which is hot tea with milk. Watch the world go by or observe the boats ply the river.
5. Support the local pepper industry! Sarawak pepper is world famous so don't even think of leaving the place without grabbing all sorts of pepper paraphernalia – from pepper sweets to pepper perfume!
6. Bite into a crispy "tebaloi" This traditional biscuit of the native people of Sarawak is made from another famous Sarawakian export, sago.Sago flour imparts a distinctive taste to this biscuit. It even comes in chocolate flavour, besides the usual traditional recipe.
7. Buy yourself a "pua kumbu" A pua kumbu is a handwoven cloth used by Iban tribe, inspired by their dreams. The intricate colours and superb workmanship makes each piece a work of art. Get yourself one if you can afford it.
8. Explore the national parks! Sarawak is teeming with national parks so go on the adventure of your life. Experience wildlife like you've never seen before. Start with the famous Bako National Park. We assure you it won't be your last.
9. Take home some lovely pottery! From rustic jars to pots, from vases to pen holders, there's nothing like an authentic Sarawakian pottery to remind you of this laidback land, showcasing the best of native culture.
10. Enjoy the Sarawak Cultural Village The Sarawak Cultural Village is hailed as Asia's best living museum
, showcasing Sarawak's native peoples, their lifestyle, their homes and their culture. Just 45 minutes by car from the city of Kuching, this village of 14 acres will astound you with the wondrous diversity of people and their culture. If there's only one place to visit while you're here, make it the Sarawak Cultural Village.
Krista Goon is a writer and the co-business owner of RedboxStudio.com which helps business owners maximise their website potential through ideas, tips and brainwaves. She also runs SarawakOnline.com, a helpful resource for all things Sarawak.
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