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PokéMart worker glitch (Emerald) | Dark Red Selector (Ruby and Sapphire) | Pokédex Species Glitch (FireRed/LeafGreen) | Azurill gender glitch (Recurring) | Berry glitch (Ruby and Sapphire) | Sticky Hold glitch (Ruby and Sapphire) | Surf on land (Ruby and Sapphire) (Japan only) | Thunderbolt glitch (Various) | Dewford Gym footprint glitch (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) | Draining hitpoints animation glitch (Ruby and Sapphire) | Amazing Trainers (Ruby and Sapphire) | Roaming Pokémon individual values issue (Various) | Roaming Pokémon Roar glitch (FireRed and LeafGreen) | Focus Punch glitch (Various) | Mail and Trick glitches (Ruby/Sapphire - JPN) | Mossdeep City Skitty glitch (Ruby/Sapphire) | Sky Pillar glitch (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) | Truck glitch (Ruby and Sapphire) | Nightmare glitch (Ruby and Sapphire)
The Focus Punch glitch is a minor glitch regarding the move Focus Punch when the player selects it in a double battles in the third generation of Pokémon games. The glitch was fixed in the Generation IV games.
When exploited, although the player cancelled their decision to use Focus Punch, the game will display the message that the relevant Pokémon is 'tightening its focus', and another action will be performed instead of performing the attack, including the player switching the Pokémon or using an item.
This glitch occurs because in generation III, Focus Punch's charging turn priority is greater than that of other actions at +8. In later generations the Priority was lowered to -3 to prevent this glitch from occurring.
If the player had chosen to switch the first Pokémon, it will tighten its focus but immediately be switched out after the message is displayed. If the player used an item, the item is usable as normal and the Pokémon would attempt to tighten its focus, but not perform the move, even if another Pokémon did not attack it.


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A GRAFFITI vandal who sprayed a "g" on the platform at Glan Conwy rail station was found with wet paint on his hands by British Transport Police, Llandudno magistrates heard yesterday.
Robert Moore, 19, unemployed, of Llewelyn Avenue, Glan Conwy, was fined £75 and ordered to pay £50 compensation, £60 costs and the £15 victims' surcharge. He admitted criminal damage.
ŠDefending, Graham Parry said: "He accepts it was a stupid offence."

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Like I mentioned Sunday at exchange, I do my daily Life Journaling in the computer. The benefits:
- I can read what I type (I can rarely read what I write ;>).
- It is searchable
- It can be backed up
- I am a faster typer than writer
Shawn also Life Journals on the computer and put together a sweet tutorial here.
However you do it, whenever you do it – just do it. Devour. Digest. Disperse.
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I can't remember the context of the comment now, but a few days ago I had the occasion to hear about man who would have been happy to simply "make it into heaven" as a janitor. To him, entry at all would be welcome, regardless of the station he entered with. Pretty noble, right? I don't need a huge mansion- just a little shack a few miles away from where Jesus stays. If God will let me in, I'm content not to bother Him for all eternity.
Not quite.
My response to this was simply, "He doesn't understand the fullness of grace."
This is what I mean. This fella was thinking that if God would simply forgive his sins and allow him into heaven in the most lowly of positions, then he would be content. But how does Paul describe us in Galatians four? As children of God. Heirs of the promises. God doesn't see us as servants, beggars, or unwelcome intruders. He sees us as His children. He's not going to let us into Heaven and ignore us for eternity. He's going to welcome us with open arms and embrace us as His sons and daughters. For eternity.
How's that for an awesome thought?


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While doing my own search for a photographer for my annual family photos, I realize that so many photographers put very little on their websites about themselves. I find this so odd, because in my opinion, the person behind the camera is just as important, if not more important than their portfolio... so I decided to write a little something about me over the next little while. Every second Tuesday, I will write a little tidbit, naming the blog posts, tidbit Tuesday. This week's Tidbit is all about my childhood!
I was born and raised here in Saskatoon, growing up on the westside (Avenue I North, to be exact), where I looked forward to summer and playing with all the neighbor kids. I remember following my brother and his friends around a lot (he is 4 years older than me), and always picked fights because me, and my best friend, loved to wrestle with him. Until we would end up hurt and crying to my mom who always have him crap for beating us up. Luckily my brother and I have a much better relationship as adults, and now that we have both started families of our own, we get along great.
It's funny because my earliest childhood memory happens to be me getting my photo taken, when I was 3 years old. My brother and I in our PJ's standing in front of the sterio and my parents telling us to get closer together and smile! I'm not sure if I just remember it because I have the photo evidence, but I love that my first memory is of me being in front of the camera. I will have to go and dig that photo up one day, but until then, here is an oldie of my brothers kids a couple of years ago. It's amazing how much changes in just 2 years! They are so big now!


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You've likely noticed a trend from the past couple of posts; some lovely mexican inspired salsa and black bean salad. Well it was all part of a wonderful soft taco dinner. Charles made a marinade for the meat. We used a couple of chicken breasts and a flank steak. The combination was delicious; the only thing it lacked was salt; somehow in the middle of everything we'd forgotten the salt so after cooking we sprinkled some on. It may have benefited from having some salt in the mix. Here, however, is the marinade as we made it.
Cilantro & Lime Beef and Chicken Marinade
- 1 Tbs cumin seed ~ crushed
- 2 tsp crushed red pepper
- 1 Tbs mexican oregano
- 3 cloves garlic ~ minced
- 2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 lime ~ juiced
- 2 Tbs fresh cilantro ~ chopped
Combine all ingredients. In a plastic bag combine marinade and meat of choice. We made 2 recipes ~ one for chicken and one for the pound flank steak. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for a couple of hours before grilling.
Charcoal is great for grilling but a gas grill works well too.
Cook over hot grill until desired doneness; medium rare is perfect for the flank steak.
Serve with soft taco shells, lettuce, cheese, sour cream, salsa verde, black bean and corn salad, or any desired toppings.
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The world community needs to get serious about ending the conflict in Syria and call out those who claim to support peace while making money off of arms sales, Pope Francis said.
"While the people suffer, incredible quantities of money are being spent to supply weapons to fighters. And some of the countries supplying these arms are also among those that talk of peace," the pope said in a video message.
"How can you believe in someone who caresses you with the right hand and strikes you with the left hand?"
The pope's message was part of a "Peace Is Possible" campaign for Syria launched July 5 by Caritas Internationalis — the church's worldwide aid and development organization. The same day, Caritas unveiled a new website — syria.caritas.org — to highlight the lives of some of those caught up in the conflict and give people ideas for how they can help.
In his video message, the pope invited everyone to help in building a more just world. He encouraged everyone "to live the Holy Year of Mercy enthusiastically, to overcome indifference and proclaim with strength that peace in Syria is possible!"
Calling for prayers and prayer vigils for Syria, the pope also invited people to organize local initiatives to raise awareness and spread the message of peace, unity and hope.
"I invite you to call on those who are involved in peace negotiations to take these agreements seriously and to make every effort to facilitate access to humanitarian aid," he added.
"Everyone has to recognize that there is no military solution for Syria, but only a political solution," he said. "The international community must therefore support the peace talks heading toward the construction of a government of national unity."
Recognizing the "unspeakable suffering" that the Syrian people are experiencing as they are "forced to survive under bombs or to find escape routes to other countries" and leave behind everything, the pope underlined the particular burdens Christians face.
"I also think about the Christian communities, which I give my full support to for the discrimination they have to bear," he said.
Michel Roy, secretary-general of Caritas Internationalis, told Vatican Radio that while humanitarian aid reaches Syrians living in refugee camps abroad, it doesn't reach those living in Syria and displaced from their homes.
At least 7 million people are internally displaced, representing "a terrible crisis," he said. "And the international community fails to address this."
Everyone needs to get involved in putting pressure on all governments in the world to help put an end to the 5-year-long conflict in Syria, he said.
"You can't leave everything just to the great powers like Russia, the United States or the European Union. Everyone must make an effort," he said.
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Stuart Brown
I have been fortunate enough to be trained in Hypnotherapy, EFT and NLP by some incredible people.
I have recently had the pleasure of helping the Chris Evans Breakfast Show team, specifically Vassos Alexander, to overcome his extreme snake phobia.
In addition to this I helped Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills to overcome his crippling fear of heights to complete his abseil for Children in Need in 2015.
I began to study through my work with a charity supporting families of the Emergency services. This has progressed to allow me the opportunity to help a great many people in dealing with issues that have had an effect on their life.
Through my experiences working within a high pressure and critical role in one of the emergency services I have seen and dealt with the best and worst of human emotion.
This experience has given me a unique set of skills which allow me to deal with issues from a different perspective. Nothing you tell me can shock me or prevent me from wanting to help you.
Confidentiality is absolutely paramount with all of my clients.
Lorraine Carter
My name is Lorraine Carter, I am a clinical reflexologist, I studied here in Lincoln at the Anahata School of Reflexology, were I successfully completed the Centralia Mastership in Reflexology.
I am a member of the Association of Reflexologists, and the Federation of Holistic Therapists.
Before coming to practice at Central Wellness, I had my own treatment rooms on Burton Road, Lincoln. Though, I realised, as a clinical reflexologist, it is very important for my clients, with walking disabilities, to be able to get to me with ease, my treatment rooms were up a steep flight of narrow stairs, so I knew it was time to move to another more accessible location.
I have a background in health and wellness, working as a manager of a large health food shop and practitioners centre, in Helston in Cornwall, I have also worked for Holland and Barrett, so I have training in supplements.
Reflexology has been practised for thousands of years, though not under that name, there are images from ancient Egypt, of people working on each others feet. It's highly relaxing and gives the body a chance to let go and release tensions and stress.
Wonderful in aiding sleep and calmness, reflexology can help the body deal with a great number of health issues, such as; anxiety, tension, difficulties sleeping, head aches, and digestive problems, to mention a few.
Reflexology is the working of the feet, and sometimes the hands, every area of the foot, represents an organ or limb of the body. The connection between the feet and the said organ, is made by the meridians in our body; these act line train lines, connecting every part of the body with the feet. Reflexology encourages the body and its system to repair and renew, whilst the client experiences a deep state of relaxation.
I also offer Reiki, which is an energy therapy, working with your chakras and energy meridians.
A full reflexology session including a consultation on your first visit: £35
Block booking of five sessions: £160
Reiki: £25
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Emily Chalder
It can sometimes be difficult to know whether or not counselling is right for you, but chances are that if you have found yourself coming here because of feelings such as sadness, confusion, lack of direction or a general low mood, counselling may be able to offer some relief and a new perspective.
Some people worry that their concerns aren't important or big enough to justify counselling, but I believe that any emotional suffering or concern that troubles you is enough of a reason to seek out help. Everyone deserves to have their voice truly heard so they can begin to feel better within themselves.
I offer a one to one counselling service which offers clients the opportunity to explore their personal circumstances in a safe and non-judgemental space. During our time together we will move at your pace to explore your feelings and find ways of moving forward. We want your sessions to leave you feeling empowered and confident to live life in the way that feels right for you.
I am always guided by the needs of my clients and look to tailor my approach to suit the individual I'm working with. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact me to arrange your free, no-obligation assessment.
I hold a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Counselling and have worked for various companies such as Lincoln Grief and Loss Centre, The Lincoln Trauma Centre and CASY. I am also a member of the BACP and I abide by their ethics and practises.
Prices: Initial Assessment (30 mins): £15; One to One sessions (60 mins): £30.00
Karen Colgan
I'm a qualified clinical hypnotherapist, counsellor and nurse. I had been curious for many years about hypnotherapy and so enrolled on a certificate course with the London College of Clinical Hypnosis (LCCH) back in 2010. I immediately became hooked and then went on to train further, completing a post graduate certificate with the LCCH in partnership with the University of West London in 2014. I am fully insured and am a member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I have spent much of my career to date supporting adults and young people with complex needs in health care settings. I have recently made the decision to devote more of my time to my hypnosis practice and am excited about offering sessions at Central Wellness.
Hypnosis can help you make positive and lasting change in your life. Hypnosis can be described as a state of focussed concentration, you will not be asleep but in fact may hear all or most of what the therapist is saying. We often experience this state of focused concentration when doing daily activities such as walking, reading a book or driving a familiar route. During the hypnotic state the therapist will be able to access the subconscious mind and offer helpful and positive suggestions without the constant rational processing of our conscious mind, this allows therapeutic change to take place at the subconscious level. This is important, as it is this part of our mind that controls all our behaviours outside of our immediate conscious awareness.
I will tailor your session to meet your individual needs and treatment will only commence once a detailed history has been taken. We will agree on goals for therapy before commencing and there may be an expectation on you to complete some homework tasks. Self-hypnosis will be taught so that you can take control of maintaining lasting change.
Hypnosis can be used to help alleviate many conditions, phobias and unwanted habits or to increase sports performance, relaxation and self-esteem. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your requirements and book a free consultation.
Jill Fisher Dip RM (MSM)
I'm a qualified Remedial Massage Therapist, fully insured and registered with the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT). I trained at the Midlands School of Massage and Manipulative Therapy and have a background of working in healthcare with people experiencing a range of physical disabilities and mental health problems.
As well as helping with general aches and pains, alongside conventional medical care I can help to support people living with specific conditions and associated symptoms, such as:
Muscle strain and chronic spasm
Neck and Shoulder problems, such as rotator cuff injuries
Back problems, such as lumbar disc protrusion, sciatica and chronic lower back pain
Tennis/Golfer's Elbow
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Plantar Fasciitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
General stress, anxiety and tension
I offer a range of treatments and techniques that are tailored to your individual needs and together we will build a treatment plan that is right for you.
People choose massage therapy for a variety of reasons, often seeking its ability to help relaxation, improve mood, aid sleep, relieve stress and promote a sense of well-being. The effects of massage can have a positive impact on all of the body systems, working on physical, mental and spiritual levels as a result.
By choosing Body Balance Massage Therapy you are giving your body the space, time and energy to repair itself. The ultimate aim of all treatments is to restore balance to body and mind, so allowing your body to carry out its own healing.
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Kate Knapik
Naturopathic Nutritionist
I decided to become a pharmacist as I wanted to help people to get better.
After more than 10 years of work in the community pharmacy I sadly realised that conventional medicine is focused mostly on managing symptoms. The true root cause of the ill health is quite often left uncovered and patients continue to take medications for years or a lifetime.
I am not against medications as they can save lives (especially in acute conditions, emergency cases and life threatening bacterial infections). But I also believe in body's great capacities to heal itself. Good nutrition, exercise, sunlight, sleep and stress management are the best doctors of all!
I have experienced the power of naturopathic approach myself. After years of constant digestive problems, skin issues and tiredness I have resolved it all by changing my diet and working on relaxation.
My unique approach combines modern medical knowledge with traditional naturopathic wisdom, trying to find the bridge between the two.
My special interests are hormonal health (menopause, PMS, thyroid issues, PCOS); weight management; asthma, eczema and allergies; fatigue; autoimmune conditions; diabetes; digestive problems and arthritis.
I offer 1:1 consultations, packages and workshops and I provide personalised services to individuals with wide range of health concerns. An initial consultation takes 60 min, where I establish your goals and undergo an in depth assessment of your medical history, systems of the body, current nutrition, lifestyle, medications and supplements.
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Justin Iles, MBACP Integrative Counsellor
For me, counselling is about offering a safe and warm place for you to come and share the more difficult aspects of your life that perhaps you are unable to share with others. Sometimes difficult emotions or memories can seem just too big to cope with by yourself and the act of talking them through with someone else can make all the difference and create a bit more breathing space.
Throughout my clinical experience I have adopted various psychological tools such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA) and clinical mindfulness (MBCT). Some people find these tools extremely valuable in helping them break free from old habits and live with more openness and peace. It may be that right now you just need someone to listen without judgement or advice.
Human suffering comes in many forms; reasons for someone to come for counselling may include: depression, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, bereavement, relationship difficulties (including our relationship with food), addiction, self-injury and suicidal thoughts. I have undergone specialist training in working with trauma and have helped people with experiences such as childhood abuse, bullying and terrorist bombings – trauma can have such a debilitating effect on us and can prevent us from living full and meaningful lives. No matter the cause of the trauma, it affects the brain in a similar way and relief generally comes through moving the traumatic memory into normal long term memory. By actively working through the trauma, a new possibility of the future unfolds. As the Desiderata wisely says: "With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be brave, strive to be happy."
To find out more about me, my own journey and the work I do, please visit my website or contact me by email or phone to arrange a free consultation.
Malligarani Rangarajan (Rani)
After finishing her University study as a basic western Medical Doctor and as an ophthalmologist, Rani worked for 15 years in India. Observing her father's success with acupuncture and having personally experienced relief with acupuncture, Rani was inspired to study this alternate system of medicine. She pursued studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Shenzhou University in Amsterdam and completed it in 2010 with Honours (Cum Laude).
While clinically treating a number of cases, Rani kept herself academically updated through many training programmes in Netherlands and India for 7 years. Having had the opportunity to meet and train under the great master Dr. Tan himself in 2014, she started the journey of treating "PAIN" with the Distal Needling Acupuncture. She continued her training in Dr. Tan's Balance method and attended many seminars conducted in Europe and exclusively practiced distal needling with very successful results in Netherlands till 2017.
This method gives instant relief of painful conditions and is also good for functional disorders.
Some of the conditions treated are:
Neck Pain
Shoulder pain and Frozen shoulder
Back pain and sciatica
Migraine with or without Hormonal involvement
Menopause and perimenopause symptoms
Sarah Rollitt
My journey in complementary therapies began in 2010 when I was diagnosed with both fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. During my recovery, I experienced several different types of therapies before realising that I wanted to use these techniques to help others. I take a holistic approach to my treatments, as I strongly believe that the mind, body and spirit are all interconnected. We are all unique individuals, so whichever therapy you choose will be individually tailored to your own needs.
The therapies I currently offer are massage and reiki. Massage can benefit all the physical body systems, especially the musculoskeletal, circulatory, lymphatic, immune and nervous systems. As well as physical benefits, it also provides mental and psychological benefits. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. It is a subtle and effective form of energy work using spiritually guided life force energy.
As well as holistic massage, I also offer deeper, sports massage treatments. I have now achieved the ITEC Level 3 Sports Massage qualification which I studied at St Mary's University in Twickenham, London. Sports massage involves managing the soft tissues of the body by hands on treatment and it keeps muscles supple and free from tension, knots and adhesions. Most injuries are as a result of lifestyle, rather than sport, so whether you are involved in sports or not, regular sports massage treatments can alleviate pain and keep your muscles, tendons and ligaments in really good shape.
Initial consultation and treatment (1 hour) - £35.00
Sports Massage (1 hour) - £35.00
Massage (1 hour) - £30.00
Reiki (1 hour) - £30.00
Becky Welbourn
My name is Becky and I am an established Sports and Remedial Massage Therapist based in Lincoln. I started my career as an Occupational Therapist and for the past 10 years have worked within both the NHS and social care gaining experience with a variety of patients and health conditions.
In 2015 I graduated with a Level 4 diploma in Sports and Remedial massage. I have experience working with clients with a variety of needs including lower back pain, shoulder pain, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis and tension headaches along with providing sporting enthusiasts with the additional support to prevent injury and promote recovery.
I am a friendly and supportive practitioner who enjoys creating a safe and comfortable environment for my patients. I love empowering patients to understand their bodies and discover how they can best support themselves with the aim of promoting wellness and preventing injury. As a Massage Therapy Practitioner, I enjoy being able to bridge the gap between western medicine and the "alternatives," while providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which to heal.


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From The Politico:
President Barack Obama ended up in the middle of an unlikely controversy this morning — the debate over Miss California's position on gay marriage.
At a press conference addressing Carrie Prejean's disputed title in the Miss USA competition, pageant owner Donald Trump compared Prejean's stated views on gay marriage to Obama's.
"It's the same answer that the president of the United States gave," Trump said. "She gave an honorable answer. She gave an answer from her heart."
In her own remarks moments later, Prejean echoed Trump's statement, telling reporters: "The president of the United States, the secretary of state, and many Americans agree with me in this belief."
In the final round of the Miss USA pageant, Prejean told judge Perez Hilton: "I think in my country, in my family, I think that I believe that a marriage should be between a man and a woman. No offense to anybody out there, but that's how I was raised."
Mr Trump and Miss Prejean are both correct. Barack Obama did express almost exactly the same views during the primaries. If this causes Perez Hilton to think that Carrie Prejean is a "dumb bitch" I wonder if he also thinks that Barack Obama is a "dumb nigger" for believing the same thing?
Did Mr. Hilton want to run up on the stage when Obama was being sworn in and slap the bible out of Chief Justice Roberts' hand?
The fact is that I don't remember hearing anything about Perez Hilton launching an obscene tirade, or any other type of criticism, against Obama when he defined marriage in exactly the same way as Miss Prejean.
So how about it Hilton. Are you just going to spew your venom at a 22-year-old beauty pageant contestant when she didn't say anything different than the President? Let's hear you use the same kind of language to describe President Obama.
Or are you a disgusting, filthy coward afraid to go after anyone who you think might be able to fight back?
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
No surprise here
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"If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit. Let us not become boastful, challenging one another, envying one another." Galatians 5:26
Christian clichés often have a rich heritage. They only become underwhelming platitudes, when pretenders overuse them. Counterfeit Christianity tarnishes and robs the truth of its original value. Conventional wisdom says talk is cheap, but Spirit-filled believers have a walk that matches their talk.
"Don't talk the talk, if you won't walk the walk." Anonymous
Paul doesn't value talking about God over walking by The Spirit. The contemporary church has changed the price tags. It has no shortage of talkers. The next Great Awakening must produce legions of walkers before the church will catch the eye of seekers looking for a turnaround in their lives.
Note to self: The truth isn't a clichés, but "Practice what you preach."
Speaking in tongues is often held up as the purest sign of The Spirit-filled life. Those who talk in tongues should be humbled by the gift. Any superior perspective generated in the hearts of those who do, over those who don't, are producing man-made, not God-given fruit.
On the other hand, those who don't speak in tongues bring no honor to God by offering up a thin-skinned reaction to those who do. Both parties might want to review what Paul says about The Flesh and The Spirit. Talking and walking, though not mutually exclusive, are simply not the same thing.
Spirit-filled people are Christ-like followers. They are not fully devoted to a dogma about Jesus. They walk and talk with Jesus.
When I was a small boy, my mother often restricted my associations with people and places that she believed exerted a negative impact on my behavior. She warned, "When you spend time with people, you become like them." She always encouraged me to spend time with people that would have a positive influence on my life. Down through the years, Mom's Mississippi colloquialisms have been a source of amusement for all four of her children. One of her favorites was, "When you run with dogs, you always get fleas." As I recall, Mom always had the last laugh.
"Walk by The Spirit" reveals the life of a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ as a relationship marked by consistent companionship. It is not a religion held at arms length, or a theological position grasped with a white-knuckled grip.
One of the most succinct statement ever made about The Walk is, "Your walk with God is the next 20 seconds." The Walk is as fresh as the breath in a believer's lungs. To keep walking, keep praying.
When believers stop talking with God, it is not long before The Walk becomes a drag. Dragging one's feet doesn't stop The Spirit's sense of direction in a believer's life. Prayerlessness will turn the joy of the journey into a forced march. This only happens…EVERY TIME.
Prayer reveals belief, refreshes the breath, and restores The Walk of a genuine Christ-follower. Believing prayer is more about walking than talking, but praying is the key to walking by The Spirit and talking with God, in the name of Jesus.
Prayer increases The Fruit of the Spirit and reveals the family resemblance in a child of The Father. The truth is, the greater the prayer, the longer The Walk. In time, The Fruit of The Spirit in the child of God bears a striking resemblance to the character of Christ. Prayer taps into the root in the family tree, and bears The Fruit of The Spirit.
Prayerlessness, like any sinfulness, separates and impairs the connection with the root of The Fruit. Interrupting the flow of prayer resurrects The Flesh, and overshadows The Fruit.
Claiming credit for a movement of God, engaging in a spirit of competition with other believers, envying what God is doing in another believer's life are all warning signs of The Flesh. These are not vital signs of a healthy walk by The Spirit. They are sin indicators, and if left unconfessed, and uncorrected will lead to the chalk outlines of a crash site.
Immediate confession, and renewed obedience reset these flashing lights on the dashboard of a life that is off course. Prayer avoids the danger of accumulating error, and heading toward a point of no return. Asking The Father for forgiveness of sin, and yielding immediately to The Spirit's control puts The Flesh to death. The Walk is never far from The Cross.
Prayerless, prideful people fail to keep The Flesh nailed to the cross. When The Spirit convicts of sin, the prayerful respond with humble confession, not prideful excuses.
Prayerful people are not perfect people. They are forgiven by The Father, filled with The Spirit, and resemble The Son. The Walk begins in prayer, and is sustained by prayer. Prayerful people, walk by The Spirit and stay the course. TALK LESS! PRAY MORE!


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SG Sinai Thunder O Hosannah 5*M 3*DAR VEVV87
DOB: 3/29/16 (Triplet) Height: 21 3/4"
Sire: SG Cedar View Olivero +*B +*S VEV88 ADGA Elite Buck 96%PE (as a Freshman Sire) Sire of 5 ADGA Elite, 7 Superior Genetics, & 7 daughters who milked 1000#+ as FF's. Oliver's dam is SGCH Isabella EEEE91, ADGA Elite, Breed Leader, 1400# Milker and 2 SG, Elite progeny
Dam: Sinai Thunder Selah 4*M 2*DAR VVEE88 (FF) Top 10 Milker, 4.6# MilkTest High, 940# in 305 Days (FF), Dam of 2 SG Daughters
When Hosanna and her sister (Psalty) were born, we knew we would have a tough time trying to pick which one to retain. Even though they're different in styles (how is that always the case??), both were beautiful (from the beginning). After a LOT of deliberation, we came to no conclusion, other than to retain the two of them. Which, I'm thrilled we did—-bc both earned their Superior Genetics before either of them finished their first lactation. While Hosanna went on to be amazing in her production, it was a miracle that Psalty was even alive after a horrific kidding—-with a 6# single (DOA). And yet, her production was also great (all things considered). All of which was a testimony of their personalities, the GRACE of God, and their dairy genetics. We ended up selling their dam (since we kept both daughters) to Jessica Mather, who has become a dear friend. Selah was LA'd as a FF with the great score of VVEE88…milking 940# and her high 4.6#. Selah's dam is one of our all time favorites, SG LTE Allamanda EEEE91, Top 10 in both registries, multiple categories, several years.
Hosanna was six months fresh when we had our LA. Under one of the toughest (and perplexing way of) scoring I've ever seen, I rejoice that this doe ended up at least with the coveted E for Rump (as did Psalty, Selah, & Allamanda). As a FF, Hosanna finished her 305—with 1181#. Her Milk Test high was 5.1#. She's easy to milk, has a great udder—-which you can (kind of) see in the pix, and is a wonderful mama. With her body style, Hosanna will only improve as she freshens…We feel most blessed.
(L-R) Milk Test Day 3/18 milked 5.1# 12 hr fill, Before and During Linear Appraisal 7/18/18


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Yay, it's Friday and here at Mom's Small Victories, that means we get to kick off the weekend with this week's Pretty Pintastic Party, a linkup where all posts are pinned. During last week's party, I really liked 10 Must Read Productivity Books for Moms and How to Stay Organized this Summer. I'm really struggling to make any headway in the decluttering and decorating efforts so I (desperately) need tips to increase my productivity and get organized.
My mouth was watering as I dreamed about enjoying these delicious island inspired recipes on an exotic beach. The Hawaiian Kahlua Pork and Coconut Cream Bread Pudding with Coconut Glaze would complement the Tostones with Mojo (Fried Green Plantains with Cilantro-Garlic Sauce) that I am sharing this week. Grab one of these amazing island books to completely immerse yourself in an island paradise.
Don't forget that now there will be PARTYING ALL WEEKEND long on my blog! The Pretty Pintastic Party runs Friday through Tuesday morning for the posts you want pinned. Feel free to share the same or different posts with our Small Victories Sunday Linkup too that runs Saturday evening to the following Saturday evening. I hope you'll party with us in both linkups, there are a ton of ideas to inspire you!
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I am close friends with Jacquelynn's dad, and so when they contacted me to shoot her wedding, I was both honored and excited. After an intensely cold engagement session the previous fall, I was excited for a summer wedding! Full of love, laughter, and a lot of pretty intense dancing, it was a wedding to remember! Congratulations Taylor and Jacquelynn!
Taylor and Jacquelynn met at a high school cross country camp run by Athletes in Action, where they were both counselors in the summer of 2013. They were not one of those "love at first sight" situations. In fact, Jacquelynn was the only college age girl counselor at camp that year so she spent the week pretending to be "one of the boys".
After returning home they stayed in touch, texting and talking on the phone fairly frequently. Through their correspondence they began to take a liking to one another and that Christmas break Jacquelynn flew out to Wyoming to spend time with Taylor and his family. After that week, they officially started dating.
On October 17th, 2014 they took the step from dating to engagement. It was a Friday evening and Jacquelynn thought that Taylor had a cross country meet in Fort Hayes, Kansas. Little did she know that the meet had been canceled weeks ago and he had already bought the ring and talked to her parents.
They were planning on chatting on the phone that evening, and early that morning he began the long trek to Mount Pleasant, Michigan. After being stuck in traffic for about an hour (the longest hour of his life) he arrived at Jacquelynn's apartment. He called her on the phone and said, "your birthday present is outside!" She came outside and Taylor proposed right there on her front step!
The rest, they say, is history.
Story by Taylor & Jacquelynn Whitmore
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Opening Times
Club opening dates can be found here.
The club is open every other Sunday.
During March to October the club opens 0900am to 300pm.
During November to February the club opens 0930am to 200pm.
The above times depend on weather conditions and the ability to safely use the woodland and paths.
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Friday, February 23, 2018
Bluffton High School JROTC unit wins
2018 Superintendent's Cup competition
BLUFFTON – Bluffton High School's JROTC unit won the 2018 Superintendent's Cup today, coming out ahead of cadets from other high schools in the district's annual competition of academics, strength, speed, drills and endurance.
Bluffton High's victory gives the school the right to keep the silver Superintendent's Cup in its trophy case until next year's competition.
Today brought all of the school district's JROTC programs together at Hilton Head Island High School for four hours of academic, athletic and marching competitions.
Bluffton High's U.S. Army-supported unit earned the most points and was awarded the trophy by Superintendent Jeff Moss. Battery Creek High (U.S. Marines) was the runner-up. Hilton Head Island High (U.S. Navy) and Whale Branch Early College High (U.S. Marines) tied for third place.
"I'm so proud of these cadets," said Lt. Col. John Carothers, who leads Bluffton High's JROTC. "Our academic team was outstanding, and our athletics team was probably the best I've had in terms of their physical conditioning."
Moss was impressed by what he saw. "The teamwork and enthusiasm on display here today was terrific," the superintendent said. "All of our JROTC units are impressive, and I'm already looking forward to next year."
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Getty Center: Richard Meier
Architect: Richard Meier | Year Built: 1997 | Location: Los Angeles, California
* This article was written by Maria Flores, The Archiologist Founder; All pictures belong and are taken by Maria Flores.
Visiting the Getty Museum was not something on the list. My three friends and I were tired and full of eating that we only wanted to go back to the hotel. It had been a busy day, waking up early to go visit other museums and landmarks in LA. But it was still quite early during the afternoon. I remember we took an Uber, and I was so tired I fell asleep the whole way. My friends asked me where we were going and I just gave the directions to the driver and fell asleep right after. I remember hearing the drive would talk around 30-40 minutes – because of the crazy traffic in LA. When I woke up, we were driving through tiny streets uphill, and into a receiving area. I really think we went in through the back of the museum or where taxi/uber drivers are supposed to go to because it did not look like an entrance at all.
Well either way, we had to go up some stairs and landed on what looked like a metro-rail station. There were two carts, one going up and the other coming down. Here, we were received by museum workers telling us to wait for the next upcoming trolley. This area was full of the "Richard Meier squares" I like to call it. And had some statues here and there.
There was actually a lot of people going up the trolley with us when it arrived. The total time it took was maybe around 8-10 minutes, but the view was amazing! You could definitely tell we were going up hill, because the incline was quite heavy. We could see all the residential houses along the better parts of Los Angeles and the swarm of cars on the highways. But the trolley was surrounded by plants and trees which made the scenery much better. Anyway, we got to our destination and found a Receiving Tourist Center, and beautiful buildings around us. I was so surprised because as always, I go to places without having read anything about them before to fully appreciate it on my own terms, without other people's judgments. Walking up to where everyone was walking to, we saw some stairs and long stairs – something Meier is so known for – and stared at the beautiful first building we saw.
We spend so much time inside I can't even recount the hours. Although we were in a hurry because we wanted to go check out more stuff in LA, we saw every crevice and walked all around the museum. What interested me the most was the fact that the entry was free! Comparing all other centers and museums around the world, and the amount of stuff you see in here and experience here for it to be free is unbelievable.
All the spaces are so welcoming and everything is so well kept. Everything such as the service, the landscaping around, and the spaces are clean and beautiful. Inside we saw pre-20th-century European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, many sculptures and decorative arts. There was a place for everyone and everything, such as a kids' room – which we entered and had a lot of fun in – The collection is spaced out among all the buildings, which are connected by bridges.
The other aspect we liked a lot was the outdoor area. There are many terraces and gardens in the large Central Garden designed by Robert Irwin. This garden is around 134,000 sq.ft. The designer of the garden would always say that "the Central Garden is a sculpture in the form of a garden, which aims to be art." Also, water plays an important role in the garden, there is a fountain around the restaurant, which we sat at, which results in a beautiful stream that lands into a pool surrounding a maze of bushes and shrubs.
There is also a stream with rocks and boulders of various sizes. More than 500 variations of plant material are used in the garden, but the selection always changes, it is never the same in one year.
As said before, one of the things that interested me the most while walking through the buildings was the idea of bridges connecting one building with the other. It was fascinating because some of the bridges were outside and others inside. With nice shadows and breeze. You could have a glimpse of what was coming ahead and of your surroundings every time you would walk from one part to the next. As well as the ramps, which had light/shadow effects and views to the whole city.
After a while, we sat down at a patch of grass where everyone was either having a picnic or talking to their friends. And we sat there and laid down for around 30 minutes. Just enjoying the view, people watching, and talking. It was a fun experience.
Richard Meier is an American architect whose designs are prominently the color white. He has been the winner of the Pritzker Architecture Price in 1984 and has produced several iconic buildings in his lifetime. Meier was identified as one of the New York Five – a group of modernist architects that were named as the best during the time: Peter Eisenman, Michael Graves, Charles Gwathmey, John Hejduk, and himself. According to Meier himself, he describes the Getty Center as:
A center which occupies a unique, hilly site… The program brings the seven components of the Getty Trust into one coherent unity, while maintaining their individual identities. Buildings are organized along two ridges in the topography – An intersection of the twin axes corresponding to the inflection of the San Diego Freeway as it bends northwards out of the Los Angeles street grid. Throughout the complex, landscaping integrates the buildings into the topography with garden sequences extending beyond the enclosed volumes.
I will explain the components of the Getty Center based on Meier's ideas in various categories taken from the book The Getty Center written by Michael Brawn.
The control of the strong sunlight and the reduction of solar heat gain are some of the issues architects building structures in California must acknowledge. The problem with the Getty Center museum is that the manuscripts, paintings and most artworks will deteriorate when exposed to direct sunlight. However, light is always crucial to the display of artworks in any architectural project, but how does one deal with this issue? Meier came to the conclusion that the artworks would have to be spaced around the buildings, locating them in spaces and rooms on the upper floors.
The studies analyzed by Meier were all about side lighting, which he then ruled out. He thought about lighting the galleries from above and having controlled openings in the wall as natural means to sense daylight. Meier came up with a movable control that reacts every two hours to the conditions outside. As a result, light inside the gallery changes during the day; in the morning, the west walls have more light, in the afternoon the east walls. The skylights also have neutral tinted glass. There are no signs of light fixtures on the walls, the light is always natural.
Materials and Color
Although the structure of the Getty Center is conventional, a steel frame that sits on a reinforced concrete base, cladding the steel frame is what many architects wonder about. In many ways, the most natural solution to retain the transparency of the material would be to use glass such is the case of Mies van der Rohe. However, there are many situations where glass is not the answer. Meier has been working all his lifetime with creating solid walls from metal panels. These were to be used in the museum while also using large pieces of stone. Meier used stone to cover the retaining walls for various pavilions, and metal white cladding and glass for the rest of the buildings.
Meier says that he does not choose those materials because he has a personal favoritism to them. In fact, anyone might not be able to imagine a Meier building in red brick, but it is not because he does not like those types of materials, it is because they do not have any type of light reflectivity.
Having already talked about the landscape in the beginning of this article, I will only make understandable the fact that Meier sometimes thinks that the landscape overtakes it all, and sometimes he sees the structure as standing out, dominating the landscape. "The two are and must be intertwined in a dialogue, a perpetual embrace in which building and site are one."


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Mark Hamill is facing a Star Wars future without his longtime friend and co-star Carrie Fisher. A few days ago we learned Star Wars: Episode 9 would feature the late Fisher's return as Leia, seen through the use of archived footage. While a bit controversial to bring her back in such a way, Hamill appears to have made peace with the decision according to a recent tweet...
It's bittersweet facing my final chapter without her-She is simply irreplaceable. I'm finding solace in the fact that she won't BE replaced & would love the worldwide outpouring of affection from those who loved her when they heard the news.#CarrieOnForever pic.twitter.com/7ueMqBxQwa— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) July 29, 2018
"Finding a truly satisfying conclusion to the Skywalker saga without her eluded us", director J.J. Abrams said previously. "We were never going to recast, or use a CG character. With the support and blessing from her daughter, Billie, we have found a way to honor Carrie's legacy and role as Leia in Episode IX by using unseen footage we shot together in Episode VII."
Shooting on Star Wars: Episode 9 begins Wednesday, in hopes of hitting the target December 20th 2019 release date.


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ON AIR - Ken Tobin in the Afternoon
with Ken Tobin
Poor Taylor Swift, she can't catch a break, constantly being upstaged by Kanye and now Hollywood's Golden Girl Jennifer Lawrence... Here she is, skulking up the stairs - totally covert, like - while Ryan Seacrest was interviewing Ms Swift for E! News. Then..photobomb! On the upside, at least Taylor was sporting the nicer dress; Jennifer's offering looking like it was hastily fashioned by MacGyver, who only had curtain netting and gaffer tape at his disposal.
As has become customary for J-Law, she broke the ice by being mildly inappropriate, announcing that she was planning on pushing Taylor "down the stairs", to which Swift replied: "You should have, people would love that." Ain't that the truth!


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Saturday's Local College Football TV Schedule on FPB Cable/
It should be an exciting Saturday for area college football fans.
The hottest team in America, the #3 ranked University of Louisville Cardinals, travels across the state border to West Virginia to take on the Marshall Thundering Herd in Huntington. Kickoff is at 8:00pm and the game can been seen LIVE on the CBS Sports Network (CBSSN). CBSSN is available on FPB Preferred Cable channel 143 and in HD on 643. For information on the FPB Preferred Cable network, please call 352-4372.
The University of Kentucky Wildcats look to win their second straight contest, as they host SEC East rival South Carolina. The UK and USC kickoff from Commonwealth Stadium is set for 7:30pm and can be seen LIVE on SEC Network (SECN). SECN is on FPB Classic Cable channel 34 and in HD on 534.
Vanderbilt University makes the short trip up I-65 to take on the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green. The kickoff for WKU and Vandy is at 4:30 and can also be seen on CBSSN, FPB Preferred Cable channel 43/643.


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When it comes to writing, what does it mean to be a good writer?
There is no right answer to this question. What one person might view as great writing, others might view as boring. Being a good writer depends on a person's perspective. Does good writing mean good grammar, following the prompt perfectly, or being creative? There are various qualifications of a good writer, depending on who you ask.
What is clinical psychology? What are some of the various disciplines that are covered under the umbrella of what is called clinical psychology?
According to textbook, "The field of clinical psychology involves research, teaching, and services relevant to the applications of principles, methods, and procedures for understanding, predicting and alleviating intellectual, emotional, biological, psychological, social and behavioral maladjustment, disability and discomfort, applied to a wide range of client populations." Clinical psychologists are a very specific group of people that work in many fields and with a variety of patients. While they work in a variety of places, it seems as though there are several false impressions as to what clinical psychology is. Clinical Psychology has to do with the assessment of patients with mental disorders and issues. Not all clinical psychologists do the same thing, and there are various disciplines that are covered under this term. People tend to get several professions within mental healthcare confused with clinical psychology. Psychiatrist, counseling psychologist, clinical social workers, and various other fields are often assumed to be the same as clinical psychology. The term clinical psychology is an umbrella term as there are several disciplines within this description. Sometimes different aspects of psychology can fall under the category of clinical psychology depending on what definition of clinical psychology is used. There are various activities that the clinicians can be involved in which help better explain the disciplines under the term clinical psychology. Clinical psychologists engage in many different activities that all work to benefit patients whether it is directly with the patient, or behind the scenes. Work of a clinical psychologist can involve activities such as therapy, intervention, diagnosis, assessment, and teaching. These are all understood by most people and patients that understand the general definition of a clinical psychologist. There are many other activities that might happen more behind the scenes than those. These activities include; clinical supervision, research, consultation and administration. All of which work together to make up the field of clinical psychology.


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60 House Democrats Fail To Sign On To Court Challenge To Overturn DOMA
Chris Geidner reports at Buzzfeed:
One third of House Democrats broke with their leaders today and kept their names off a brief urging a federal appeals court to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act, which limits federal recognition of marriages to those between one man and one woman. The majority of Democrats joined House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi's argument, which her office described in a news release as "the Democratic Members' brief," but the break among Democrats offers a glimpse at remaining divisions inside the party. Pelosi, joined by Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and 130 other House Democrats, told the federal appeals court in California that they believe Karen Golinski should succeed in her lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of DOMA's federal definition of "marriage" and "spouse."Does your rep appear above?
Labels: Democrats, DOMA, LGBT rights, U.S. House


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Name and occupation.
Holly Rowland; IT Project Manager with Navy Federal Credit Union
What skincare product do you use that you like the most?
Arbonne – RE9 Advanced (Anti-aging Skincare Line)
What did you formerly do (beauty-wise) that you realized wasn't worth the money?
I have naturally dry hair and investing in expensive moisturizing treatments didn't work. Limiting washing my hair to 3 days a week and using coconut oil in the summer under a cap when relaxing in the sun works the best.
What is your biggest beauty splurge that you deem necessary?
Facials—at least once a quarter. Not only are they relaxing, but they also make my skin look and feel refreshed.
Where do you find happiness?
First and foremost, when my kids are happy, I am happy. After that, the beach is where I go to regenerate, and if it allows dogs, then I'm really in my happy place.
What is your toughest challenge or the most difficult sacrifice you make to stay healthy?
Taking time out of my busy schedule to maintain a regular exercise routine. I get up at 5:30am to take my dogs and myself on a morning walk. When I can, I hit yoga at work and another evening walk with the doggies.
What is your beauty secret?
Smile! A smile lights up my eyes and brings a joyful presence to my face that nothing else can match. Try it!
Photo by www.ErnestoMaldonado.com
Hair by Jessica Lim at Calypso Salon
Makeup by Nina Hale at Calypso Salo


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Daily Worship - September 28-October 3, 2015
"Let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer
to God acceptable worship with reverence and awe." Hebrews 12:28
Psalm 118:1-4
1 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!
2 Let Israel say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
3 Let the house of Aaron say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
4 Let those who fear the Lord say, "His steadfast love endures forever."
"To God Be the Glory" (v. 3)
Great things he has taught us, great things he has done,
and great our rejoicing through Jesus the Son;
but purer and higher and greater will be
our wonder, our transport, when Jesus we see.
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, let the earth hear his voice!
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, let the people rejoice!
O Come to the Father thro' Jesus the Son,
and give him the glory, great things he has done!
Westminster Shorter Catechism Questions 67-69
Q. 67. Which is the sixth commandment?
A. The sixth commandment is, Thou shalt not kill.
Q. 68. What is required in the sixth commandment?
A. The sixth commandment requireth all lawful endeavors to preserve our own life, and the life of others.
Q. 69. What is forbidden in the sixth commandment?
A. The sixth commandment forbiddeth the taking away of our own life, or the life of our neighbor unjustly, or whatsoever tendeth thereunto.
Monday Genesis 9:6
Tuesday Numbers 35:30
Wednesday Matthew 10:32-33, 39
Thursday Luke 10:25-37
Friday Proverbs 12:18
Saturday Matthew 25:31-46
(Readings from Training Hearts, Teaching Minds: Family Devotions Based on the Shorter Catechism, by Starr Meade)
Prayer Time
The Lord's Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day, our daily bread and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
"Gloria Patri"
Glory be to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, amen.


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The App 'Valle Susa Tesori' is a tool to discover one of the most picturesque valleys in Piedmont, rich in cultural heritage.
Its geographical positioning system and maps make it easier to get to know the hidden treasures of the valley and to reach the required destinations.
The App includes sections dedicated to local news and events, with the possibility of organizing their own diary, and a comprehensive mapping of itineraries, tourist premises and places of historical interests within the valley.
Year: 2014
Customer: Valle Susa Tesori
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With the seasons changing I usually do a photo shoot with my kids on our front porch. We have a blank, white, brick wall that I use as a backdrop and snap away using my iPhone.
1. Find a neutral backdrop. Brick wall, fence, light colored wall.
2. Use props you already have on hand. We just did a spring photo shoot this past Monday, and I used the plants I had just planted in the pots on the front porch as some props for out pictures. for Christmas, you could use Christmas lights, wreaths, etc.
3. Dress your kiddos in an appropriate (maybe even matching) outfits for the season or holiday you're wanting pics for.
4. Lighting - make sure there's enough light where you are. Not direct sunlight but a good amount. You don't want squinty kid eyes in your picks from the sun shining directly on them.
5. If you have the iPhone7 plus, use the portrait option! It's incredible. The pictures below were all taken with that particular feature!
6. Be patient. It might take awhile because you're taking pictures of small children. You might only get one or two great pics out of the hundred you snap, but that's okay! Upload that pic to the Walgreens app and get it printed! :)
Enjoy pictures from our photo shoot, and go have your only little photo shoot.
Happy Spring! ☀☀☀☀☀
Here's an example of the portrait feature if you click to focus on one object/person it blurs everything else around it:


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Something White Bridal Boutique
For March's Store of the Month, we are featuring Something White Bridal! They are a cute little boutique located in Kansas City, Missouri. Brittany, the Owner, answered some questions for us!
How and when did you start Something White Bridal Boutique?
I worked in a bridal store through college and fell in love with my job, but after graduation I knew I needed to get a "big girl career" and went into corporate America. My father is a small business owner and because of him it was a goal of mine to open my own business, but I had to put this on pause to financially establish myself first. Three years after sitting at a desk day in and day out I knew I needed a change. I thought about how much I loved my job in college and knew that was what I wanted to do. In February 2014 I went home one day after work and approached my husband with, "what do you think about me opening a bridal boutique?" He quickly said, "well, work out all the details and numbers and if you know you can make it work let's do it." Both God and my husband have been my support and rock through this journey and because of them I officially opened our doors in August 2014. The journey ever since has been one that still leaves me speechless. The amount of women we have met along the way who hold special places in our hearts will always be the most rewarding part. I am forever grateful to each and every bride of ours who have allowed us to be a part of their love story.
Describe your store in four words.
Intimate, classic, comfortable, honest.
What is your favourite part about your job?
The ability for us to provide the best bridal shopping experience to each woman that walks through our doors. That moment when the bride finds her gown will never get old.
What tips would you offer brides?
Less is more. Don't overwhelm yourself with scheduling too many appointments in one day. Schedule two appointments maximum because dress shopping can be emotionally and physically tiring. Your entourage will thank you for it as well, we promise. Speaking of entourage, only bring those people in your life whose opinions matter most to you. If you're worried about anyone feeling left out, don't forget there are a lot of exciting things to come with your bridal attire. Bring those extra people with you to help you pick out accessories once your gown has arrived.
What is your current favourite wedding dress trend?
We are loving the plunging necklines. Of course it has to be tastefully done, but when it is there is something so feminine about the fit.
What is your favourite gown from the Lis Simon 2017 collection and why?
India - I'm a sucker for ball gowns and there are so many romantic details about India that I love.
What does the rest of 2018 have in store for Something White Bridal Boutique?
There are a lot of really exciting things happening in 2018, so be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram for some pretty big announcements coming soon!
Thank you for answering all our questions, Brittany!!
Go check out Something White on their website, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest!


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An international entrepreneur, with vast experience in building and developing people, Bruce Larson has assisted people in the USA, Europe and Asia with his dynamic style, personality and knowledge. He has shared the stage with some of the best known personalities in the world, including Robert Kiyosaki, Ron Ball and Dr Robert Rohm.
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This December Fold welcomes 44 families into their new homes for Christmas.Santa took time out from his busy schedule to welcome the McGuckin Family into their new home.
Fold has handed homes over in South Belfast, West Belfast, Ballymena, Cullybackey and Londonderry this Christmas, representing an investment of £8m in affordable and quality housing in these areas.Director of Development, Anita Conway commented, Fold is always excited to hand over new homes, but it seems even more special when it done at Christmas. This year 260 families will be spending their first Christmas in one of Fold's new build properties and we thought it would be nice to make it extra special for the McGuikin family by arranging for Santa to visit. She continued, We will continue to build family housing for those areas that are in need and we are planning to build another 300 plus new homes in 2014.


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The pupil premium is allocated to schools for;
- Children of statutory school age from low income families who are known to be eligible for free school meals (FSM)
- Children who have been looked after continuously for more than six months
- Children whose parents are currently working in the armed forces
The level of pupil premium is £1300 per pupil.
The DFE offer the following guidance;
In most cases the Pupil Premium is allocated to schools and is clearly identifiable. It is for schools to decide how the Pupil Premium, allocated to schools per FSM pupil, is spent, since they are best placed to assess what additional provision should be made for the individual pupils within their responsibility. However they also state that; Schools are free to spend Pupil Premium as they see fit. However they will be held accountable for how they have used additional funding to support pupils from low income families. The purpose of this statement is to effectively plan the way the pupil premium money will be spent over the year and enable us to inform parents, carers and governors of the impact it has on outcomes for pupils.
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The Fun Barbados Guide will show you how to get the most fun out of your time on the island and ensure you don't miss out on any of the action.
Fun Barbados Guide
There's no doubt about it, Barbados is a fun place. There's always something going on, you just have to know where to look.
Whether you're a nature lover, night owl or a culture vulture, we guarantee there'll be something for you to enjoy in Barbados.
Simply click through the links below for a full explanation of each activity as well as our Totally Barbados recommendations and local insider tips for fun things to do.
The best option for the latest island happenings is our Totally Barbados Events Calendar, which is jam-packed full of all the upcoming events and nights out in Barbados.
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— Things to do in Barbados
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— Things Bajan Enjoy Doing on the Weekend
— Top 10 Places to Eat for under $10 Dollars
— Events
— Restaurants
— Beaches
— Shopping in Barbados
Sightseeing Tours
Although Barbados is a small island, there's still plenty of sights to see. Each parish has its own different character, charm, and attractions so be sure to read through our Sightseeing Guide so you don't miss a thing!
— Top 10 Things to Experience
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— Tour Barbados Central
— Tour Barbados East
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With picture-perfect beaches, sugar cane plantations and magical caves, touring the island with its varied and beautiful landscape is not to be missed.
Touring Barbados is simple and there are many ways you can explore.
Hire a 4×4 off-road vehicle, book a seat on a coach tour, or see the island from the water on a catamaran.
Click on the links below for our hot tips, recommended companies and attractions, as well as interactive maps, to help you get the most fun out of your time in Barbados.
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Fun Barbados Guide to Events
Our Totally Barbados Events Calendar is your one stop shop to finding out what's happening on the island.
From festivals, sporting events, museums and art exhibitions, to the hippest places to head after dark, we've got it all right here at the click of your fingers.
Nightlife – live music, comedy nights, shows, bars and clubs
If you like a good party, check out our Barbados Entertainment and Nightlife Guide.
You'll find all you need to know about the latest parties and events taking place in Barbados, and if you're wondering what to do on a specific night of the week, we've also got a Weekly Nightlife Guide.
Choose from spectacular dinner and dance shows with fire-eaters and stilt walkers, pumping club nights showcasing live reggae, soca and house DJs, and so much more.Check out the links below to get your island party started!
— Bars and Lounges
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— Places of Interest
— St Lawrence Gap Nightlife
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Places to Eat – Restaurants and Cafes
One of the things locals can really boast about is Barbados' high standard of restaurants. There are so many wonderful places to eat island-wide, some well-known, some more grassroots and 'off the beaten track'.Barbados' restaurants offer something to suit every taste and budget. Take for example the stunning beachfront and fine dining restaurant – Champers Restaurant and Wine Bar.To find out about all the wonderful places you can go to eat in Barbados you can refer to our Barbados Restaurant guide.And the best part, is that some of the restaurants featured on Totally Barbados even offer special discounts if you book through our website.View Restaurant and dining options in Barbados
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Hint: Our top tip is Oistins Friday Fish Fry on Fridays, – it's cheap, cheerful and a true Bajan Totally Barbados experience!. The best fresh fish you'll ever eat!
Barbados Beach Guide
Barbados is blessed with miles of pristine beaches, just ready for you to head out and discover. There is nothing better than sinking your toes into the soft, white sand or floating on the clear, blue sea.
Barbados' beaches cater for everyone, from the surfer's favorite East Coast to the picturesque, calmer waters of the Barbados West Coast.
To find out where the best of Barbados's beaches are, visit our Barbados beaches guide.
Here, you'll get information about the surrounding amenities, swimming conditions, and beach access points, so you arrive prepared and ready for a great day out without a worry in the world.
Our comprehensive beach guide not only directs you to the best beaches in Barbados, but it also tells you what amenities are available at the beach, provides you with information about the swimming conditions, and tells you where you can find the beach access points.
This gives you the chance to arrive in the know, with any worries you might have had completely washed away.
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You'll only see half the picture if you just see this blessed little island from land. Sailing on a catamaran is a 'must do' fun activity for the whole family. Tours usually sail along the west coast of the island, leaving from the capital city of Bridgetown.
Most catamaran packages include a lunch stop as well as an open bar, and you can take in sights such as beach turtles and activities such as snorkeling and diving among ship wrecks.
Barbados is teeming with sporting activity. We are blessed with world class golf courses and horse polo pitches. Not to mention, the world famous surfing Mecca 'Soup Bowl', and of course the rally racing and thoroughbred horse racing!
It goes without saying, Bajans love their sports. So, if you too love sports, check out our Totally Barbados sports guide – you'll get all you need to know about World Cup Golf, World Cup Cricket, car racing, fishing, horse racing, polo, scuba diving, water skiing, water sports, wind and kite surfing, and so much more.
The shopping of Barbados is as varied as the beautiful, wide ranging countryside.
Barbados is really a place where you can shop 'til you drop! From high end designer brands, to duty free, to local arts and crafts, there really is something to suit all.
Our Barbados Shopping Guide groups shops not only by product, but also by the type of shop, just to make it that little bit easier for you.
So whether you're most at home visiting chic boutiques or exploring big department stores, buying art or confectionery, there's a place for you.
Happy shopping!
Movies and Cinema Guide
Watch the latest movies on big screen in Barbados. There are a few cinemas on the island showing all the latest films and documentaries. There's also a drive-in for those wanting something a little more adventurous. For more information, including ticket prices and session times, check out our Cinema Guide.
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Ruins of the original fortified home of the Percy family, before they moved to Alnwick and built the castle there. There are remains from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries including two storeys of the hall and a turret.
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In the last few days Bryony Gordon wrote a piece for the Telegraph about the experience of her parents getting divorced when she was 20. It was a touching piece, full of understanding about her own reaction at the time, and the realisation that all of our parents are flawed human beings. At the point I read it, there had already been hundreds of comments.
As I started reading it, I saw that number, and my heart began to sink, as I already knew what I would find "below the line". Sure enough, it felt like around half the comments were simply using Bryony's piece as a hook to demonise Chris Huhne and his ex-wife. The majority of the rest were telling Bryony to "get real", get over herself, that the article wasn't worth reading, or "my personal experience of this sort of situation was different to yours, therefore your experience was invalid".
Charlie Brooker recently said: "I'd say that enabling reader comments is the worst thing to have happened to newspapers since … since the last worst thing that happened to newspapers. I think there's a Letters page for a reason. There's plenty of room on the internet for people to say what they want, and where that isn't is tacked on the end of something somebody else has written", and a fellow Guardian columnist Hadley Freeman seconded that on Twitter.
It sparked a very public debate by some of my ex-colleagues at the Guardian about the value of comments, and the perception of them amongst the editorial staff. It made for awkward reading for anyone who has spent a long time working on the community aspect of news websites as I have done. The Guardian recently released some interesting numbers about their community activity. In a blog post just before Christmas, readers' editor Chris Elliot stated that "The Guardian website publishes around 600,000 comments a month, with 2,600 people posting more than 40 comments a month." That amounts to at least 17 percent of the comments on guardian.co.uk coming from just 2,600 users.
I did some further analysis on the number in January, and it took me a matter of minutes to identify 20 commenters who between them had racked up over 6,184 comments, an average of around 300 each. In other words, one percent of that 600,000 total could be coming from just twenty people. Numbers aren't the whole story though. I recently spoke to one person who works for the community team on a large news website, and they said the trouble is that developers often see these usage numbers as points of data. As someone who is actually in the comment threads every day, the community person said they know that, actually, this user is housebound, this user is at home caring for a disabled son, that there are life stories behind these prolific commenters, that they are more than just dots on a graph.
And I've got a confession to make. One of those 20 people whose comments I counted up was me. I love taking part below the line in comment threads, even when it can get a bit "robust". I wrote once about how, when I read the printed paper, it feels frustrating that articles come to a full stop without the comments beneath. I know the debate will be continuing online, and that the written word of the journalist is no longer the final word on any article. Community interaction on websites, when it is great, can be truly great. You can crowdsource stories, discover eye-witnesses, and bring together a range of points of view from people across the whole of the globe. And you get a free gang of extra sub-editors ready to pounce on any typo. But one of the problems for general news sites is an issue of scale.
As long ago as 2007, the BBC was setting out the principle that they should "Link to discussions on the web, don't host them: Only host web-based discussions where there is a clear rationale" This was after having spent a lot of money over the previous few years on hosting and moderating heavily used forums. Conversation doesn't scale. The Natural History Museum has a "bug forum" where people can ask questions about bugs, and get identifications of what they are – and sometimes what to do about them – from museum scientists and enthusiastic amateur naturalists. It is a lovely little peer-to-peer niche support group.
On a general news site, however, most of the time the motivation to comment isn't to solve a problem for someone else, but to express a view. And that view is usually that you are angry about the news that has happened – "this is a disgrace!" – or angry at the way the news is being reported – "typical of this newspaper to twist this story to fit their agenda". In both cases, being angry about stuff isn't conducive to conversation. And as former head of digital engagement at the Guardian Meg Pickard has often observed, if you write a provocative column, you can expect people to be provoked.
B2B publications are – or at least should be – in a happier place. If you are working in a specific trade or vertical, already your pool of potential commenters is narrowed to something more manageable, and you should mostly be dealing with experts. Nobody rushes over to Drapers Online to leave the comment "i know nothing about draping but i wouldn't drape it like that if you paid me" in the way a certain class of commenter is drawn to point out that they didn't go to a specific gig, and that they don't like the band that was playing anyway, under music reviews on a more general news site.
Should media sites abandon commenting? It is clear that it doesn't work for a good proportion of the audience. When I was user-testing the Guardian's iPhone app as we were working towards releasing version 2, virtually all of the people we saw were horrified that we intended to add comments into the app, explaining that the reason they preferred reading the website in the app was precisely because it didn't have the comments.
You can't measure the brand damage toxic comments underneath articles is doing amongst the silent majority who don't comment, nor the obvious morale impact it is having on staff, who see their employer allowing people to describe their work as rubbish under every single thing they file. The evidence is that having comments produces a more "engaged" audience. Articles with comments on generate longer page "dwell" times on average, and that gives you a better audience profile to sell to advertisers. TechCrunch and Politico may have thought they could solve their community problems with new software, but it is community management that so many media websites are lacking. Amongst all the odious comments underneath that Bryony Gordon piece, there were some lovely supportive comments, some thanking her for the article, some explaining that they went through a similar experience. It could have been so much closer to the supportive environment of that "bug forum". A more pro-active "gardening" of comments to highlight the kind of behaviour you want to encourage might not go amiss, but of course, this takes resource.
For too many media organisations, for too long, community "strategy" has simply consisted of opening up comment forms underneath as much content as possible, and hoping for the best. It is no surprise that it doesn't work.


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Armenia has a visa-free regime with the majority of countries. Citizens of the following countries can obtain the visa upon arrival. Please use this website (http://www.mfa.am/en/visa/) to find out whether you need a visa to travel to Armenia or not.
Getting to the Venue
Participants are requested to book their flights to Zvartnots International Airport. Located 12 km West from Yerevan center, Zvartnots International Airport is the largest Armenian airport.
The airport is named after 7th-century tetraconch type Armenian cathedral Zvartnots, built by the order of Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 643-652.
Once arrived at the airport, we will pick you up and transport you directly to the conference venue.
IONS Yerevan 2018 participants can find good accommodation at YSU Guest House.
These are the accommodation costs for different room-types (breakfast inclusive):
- Single (Standard): 42 USD/day/person
- Double (Standard): 32 USD/day/person
- Triple (Standard): 23 USD/day/person
- Quadruple (Standard): 23 USD/day/person
- Double (Business): 37 USD/day/person
It is highly appreciated for students to share rooms to minimize accommodation costs. We will accommodate people of the same gender. For students coming with friends, we kindly ask to notify us (comment about it in the registration form) so you can share the same room.
Please note that check-in takes place after 2 pm. You can tell your preferred type of room during the registration procedure. Please, do NOT make a separate booking on your own.
Travel Grant
Travel Grants will primarily be assigned to OSA, SPIE, and EPS student members. Priority will be given to students outside of Armenia, who are giving an oral presentation. Only students who have a poster or oral presentation are eligible for a travel grant.
Travel Grants depend on the geographical area:
- Neighbor students – 200 EUR
- Eastern and Middle-European students – 200 EUR
- Western European students – 250 EUR
- Near Eastern and North African students – 250 EUR
- Far Eastern and South African students – 300 EUR
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Making Local Internet Marketing Work for You
Much has been said, debated and implemented on how to improve local marketing for businesses online. While many marketers have different ideas on what works and what does not, local internet marketing does not take the same approach as other forms of marketing online.
The web, we can say, is becoming global and at the same time, getting local. This means that more and more people want to search for local content. This is practical if you live in an area where many businesses are into ecommerce and where you can order online and have the item delivered at your door.
However, local internet marketing can work for your business if you take the right approach. Statistics have shown that two thirds of households perform online searches for local products or services on a daily basis.
In other words, your clients may already be making local buying decisions right at home. So do you position your business to enable local searches to identify you as one of their potential service and product providers?
Just as in other searches, people search for local content either by using a keyword plus their town or city or they use the zip code plus the item they are researching on. For example, if I live in London and looking for a plumber to repair a water leak, I would likely type the search keyword as "London plumbers."
When considering how to market yourself to local clients, consider using keywords in that perspective. Whether your business is web-based, need more visibility online or trying to increase your local search profile, this is one of the easiest ways you can start out on your local marketing.
Another way is to link to businesses that complement or are somewhat associated with what you do. If you sell video game accessories, you are likely to get better results if you link to game sites or game console sites.
This is not always easy. Patience should be one of the virtues you have to cultivate.
Create a fairly large list of local businesses that offer those services and contact them all and be persistent. Over a couple of months you are bound to have a few sites that are willing to have your link.
Of course, they will require that you have a link on your site as well. Either way, these local internet marketing methods spread awareness that you exist and worth doing business with.
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