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At Mind Shift, we regularly speak of the benefits of a neurodiverse workforce. We believe that the talents of individuals on the autism spectrum are numerous.
This topic is addressed in the article "The Brand Benefits of Neurodiversity" by Charlotte Rogers, in the May 31 edition of Marketing Week Magazine.
The article begins by reinforcing the idea that neurodiversity should be seen as existing on a spectrum. And that individuals on this spectrum come to work with a diverse set of skills and talents, and that there are no stereotypical behaviors that will be found in every person.
We find this to be true. We have had the opportunity to find meaningful careers for over 30 diverse and unique individuals working in areas such as high-tech manufacturing, health care, human resources, IT, document imaging, and the sciences, to name a few.
Rogers speaks about SAP, and their Autism at Work program. She mentions that SAP recognizes the benefits of diversity, and because of this they have 120 people with ASD working with 110 different teams.
Rogers also talks about the importance of ongoing support for both employees with ASD and their teams. She also speaks about the importance of looking critically at an organization's recruiting, onboarding, and training programs. The author talks about Willis Tower Watson, an insurance broker that works to include individuals on the autism spectrum in their organization, and to train employees to look beyond the social challenges that might hold certain individuals back.
The author wraps up her article with a discussion on the business benefits of neurodiversity employment. She mentions that individuals on the spectrum often bring creativity, persistence, loyalty, focus, and unique thinking skills that can directly benefit an organization's profitability and reputation.
Our experiences working with both individuals on the spectrum, and with great organizations looking to leverage the benefit of autism employment find what Rogers says to be true. There is a real value attained through autism employment, and by training and supporting teams to prioritize inclusion, the entire organization benefits.
To learn more about autism employment, and how our organization can help you do so, contact Mind Shift. We work hard to find meaningful careers for adults on the autism spectrum.
The address to Charlotte Rogers' article in Marketing Week is below:


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A few years ago, I created a painting for the backdrop of a play based on an 18th-century masterpiece in the Louvre titled, The Embarkation to the Island of Cythera.
The artist, Antoine Watteau, had typified the graceful and playful style of the Rococo, a style of art that exemplified a light and elegant version of Italian Baroque. Recording the French aristocratic zest for pleasure, Watteau incorporated idyllic scenes in a naturalistic style, much like a pastoral poem.
I thought this would be the perfect backdrop to highlight the era of a woman born to this world of beauty, hedonism, frivolity, and romance. But the irony of the scene was that although she was born to aristocracy and had a parade of lovers, she was even more passionate about understanding the mechanics of the universe; of fire, of heat, of mathematical equations that formulate the inner and outer workings of the laws of physics.
The play was based on a biography written by Judith P. Zinsser: Émilie Du Châtelet: Daring Genius of the Enlightenment. It was about an unorthodox and brilliant mathematician and physicist, who also happened to be the lover of the greatest mind of the enlightenment, Voltaire.
Born in Paris in 1706, Émilie's education was a credit to her father, who recognized her genius for learning at an early age. She studied English, Italian, Greek, and Latin. She read Homer and Cicero and translated the Aeneid into French. AND, she surpassed her contemporaries in the field of mathematics.
As a woman, Émilie, was a product of her class, enjoying the hedonistic social scene with friends and lovers.
At the age of 19, she became the wife of the 34-year old Marquis Florent Du Châtelet, the governor of Semur-En-Auxois, a medieval city in the heart of Burgundy in the Cote-d'Or region between Paris and Lyon. This liaison cemented her status in society. After the birth of three children, the Marquis, a busy man with his military career, left Émilie to her own devices…and lovers.
She returned to the social life in Paris where she began an 18-month affair with the Duc de Richelieu, the grand-nephew of Cardinal Richelieu, the Prime Minister of France.
It may have been during her time with the Duc she met his close friend, Voltaire. She once wrote to him saying, "Why did you never tell me that M. Voltaire is the paragon of Men?"
During her fifteen years with Voltaire, Émilie is credited with assisting him with his popular treatise, Elémens de la philosophie de Newton in 1738, a layman's guide to Newton's most advanced theories, including the gravity of planets, the proof of atoms, the refraction of light, and the uses of telescopes.
Émilie herself translated Newton's "Principia Mathematica" from Latin into French describing how elliptical orbits work and how bodies in motion exert force upon one another. She even made commentaries and corrections to some of his formulas. She studied the nature of light and heat and wrote an essay on FIRE – all in the 18th century.
In their search for Truth about life and the inception of life, Émilie and Voltaire did research on physics, mathematics, metaphysics, moral philosophy and critical deism, a detailed analysis of the Bible to understand whether the document had a valid basis for religion.
I was taken by Émilie's resolve to not allow herself to be lost to the culture and customs of her time. She was a pioneer, not only in the field of mathematics and physics but a role model for women…during the 18th century and for today. In one of the last scenes in the play, she asks her friend and tutor to make sure her book that was finished days before she died in childbirth (at the age of 43) would be published.
It would take ten years, but with Voltaire's help, her text of Newton's Principia was at last in print, which remains the standard version of the text in France today.
Two years and many revisions later, my painting was finally complete. Émilie's mathematical formulas infused the landscape while Watteau's painting guided me through Émilie's era. Art historian, Sir Michael Levey once wrote that Watteau "created, unwittingly, the concept of the individualistic artist loyal to himself, and himself alone." He could have been describing Émilie in her passion to accomplish and discover the principles of life.
Watteau was all but forgotten for decades, as was Émilie. Both died at a young age. And both were pioneers of their time. What set them apart from their era was their fierce independence and their utter devotion to being true to themselves. Watteau paid homage to love, physical and carnal, as he incorporated cupids and pairs of lovers walking along the shore.
Omitting all but two of the beautiful people strolling the island of Cythera (which happens to be the birthplace of the goddess Venus) my painting is also about love, but it is about Émilie's love for her mathematical formulas and Voltaire's love for her as a woman and love for her mind.
Émilie's legacy surfaced in the 20th century. A woman ahead of her time, her research and dedication to science was the precursor to Einstein's Theory of Relativity. A woman who dared to be herself during a time when women were not even allowed to be educated, today, Émilie the Marquise Du Châtelet has the respect of her peers in scientific laboratories throughout the world.
Voltaire summed up her life when he wrote,
"That lady whom I look upon as a great man… She understands Newton, she despises superstition and in short, she makes me happy."

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Kathryn Heivilin, CPIA, RBP
Senior IACUC Manager
UM Biosafety Officer
Identification and Treatment of Common Illnesses
Last Review Date: May 14, 2018
I. Purpose
The purpose of this standard operating procedure is to describe the methods by which common illnesses are detected, evaluated, and treated.
II. Responsibility
- It is the responsibility of the Attending Veterinarian (AV) to oversee the health care program for all animals. Technical staff is responsible for daily animal health observations, as well as administration of treatments prescribed by the AV.
- Under certain defined conditions as described herein, trained technical staff identify and treat health conditions without prior direct assessment by the AV. These conditions are confined to those that are considered routine in nature, and which occur commonly within the animal populations housed at the University of Montana. This ensures prompt attention to conditions that are commonly observed, and for which treatment is straightforward.Training requirements includes proficiency in the accurate identification of the disease conditions described, the ability to properly administer the prescribed treatments, and training to, and understanding of, this SOP
Common illnesses covered in this SOP include
1. Minor fight wounds (FW) in various species that are characterized by superficial punctures, abrasions and minor lacerations
2. Blepharoconjunctivitis (BC) observed in the 129/SvJ strain of mice
3. Ulcerative dermatitis (UD), observed in various strains of mice, particularly those with a C57BL/6 background
4. Anal prolapse (AP) observed primarily in peri-weaning age mice
III. Procedures
- All animals are observed a minimum of once daily by technical staff trained in animal care. All health concerns are documented and reported through Laboratory Animal Resources (LAR). Any significant, unresponsive, or unusual health complaint is brought immediately to the attention of the Attending Veterinarian for assessment.
- All treatments require prior approval from the PI.
- All treatments and observations are documented until the condition is resolved. The health report is then placed on file in LAR.
Minor fight wounds (FW)
FW are addressed by separating animals as necessary. FW are observed regularly until healing/resolution. If wounds are encrusted, exuding serum, or the skin is gaping, the wound is treated a minimum of once daily with an antiseptic solution such as tamed iodine (e.g.,Betadine solution) or chlorhexidine (e.g., Nolvasan). Typically, the FW is swabbed with antiseptic using a
If the area around the FW becomes swollen or infected, if healing is not steadily progressing, or if the animal demonstrates signs of depression or lethargy, the AV is consulted immediately.
Blepharoconjunctivitis (BC)
BC usually presents as swelling around the eyes with squinting (blepharospasm), ocular discharge, and reddening of the peri-ocular skin. Treatment consists of twice daily ophthalmic antibiotic solution/drops, such as NeoPoly Gramicidin. Ophthalmic preparations containing steroids, such as hydrocortisone, are not to be used unless specifically dictated by the AV.
Treatment should be administered until at least 48 hours following resolution of clinical signs, which is often a treatment period of 7-14 days. Relapses may occur. If an animal has been treated for a total duration of at least 14 days without resolution, or if signs worsen despite
The antibiotic administered is cefovecin (Convenia®) at a dose of 25 mg/kg, given subcutaneously. The injection is administered weekly, not to exceed two injections, one week apart. If signs persist one week following the second injection, the AV and PI are consulted regarding a decision to continue treatment versus euthanasia.
Ulcerative dermatitis
UD usually presents as hair loss (alopecia), small scabs (excoriations) and itching (pruritis), especially around the head, neck
Immediate treatment consists of trimming the rear toenails.
Once permission for treatment is obtained from the PI, use Vetericyn VF spray as soon as an open sore or wound is noticed. Vetericyn kills 99.9% of infections in 30 seconds, thus making it a good topical for a variety of skin infections and wounds. Vetericyn acts by increasing the oxygen supply to the wound for rapid healing.
In other cases, repeat applications of topical
Anal prolapse
AP is observed in various species of animals. It most often occurs during the peri-weaning period as a reflection of the various stresses associated with weaning. With a persistent prolapse, the everted tissues of the rectum may become dehydrated, inflamed, and infected. Therefore, prolapses should be treated to obtain rapid resolution and avoidance of these complications.
Prolapses can be treated once daily for approximately 5 days with an ointment, such as A and D, or Preparation H. These ointments will keep tissues moist, reduce swelling, and promote
If a prolapse does not resolve within approximately 7


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Cheat Codes:
To enable cheat mode, type in "Mastertag" as a case-sensitive code during game play. Activate the following cheats by entering the corresponding codes. Note: This only works in certain versions of the game.
Money – [Ctrl] M
Tools – [Ctrl] T
Wood – [Ctrl] H
Stone – [Ctrl] Z
All building requirements lifted – [Alt] P
Food – [Alt] N
Clothing – [Alt] K
Iron Ore – [Alt] W
Alcohol – [Alt] A
Bricks – [Alt] Z
Cloth – [Alt] C
Lamp Oil – [Alt] L
Tobacco – [Alt] R
Spice – [Alt] G
Look up AI players – [Alt] F
Easy money:
Note: This procedure involves editing a game file; create a backup copy of the file before proceeding. Use a text editor to edit the "bgruppen.dat" file in the "1503 addata" folder. Look for the following entries in the file, about one fifth of the way down.
Id: ALKOHOL
BauFirst: INFRA_STUFE_1C
Preis: 900
Bonus: 5, STEPPE|PRAERIE|DSCHUNGEL
PreisLevel: 0,5,10
Change the price ("preis"), as already done, to "900" and your people will pay it. Obviously, other prices can be changed ("Salz" is salt, etc.), but be careful. Do not mark up something that you plan on importing.


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monochrome madness 2-36- elves
For Leanne Cole's wonderful Monochrome Madness
I must pay homage to the head elf, the embodiment of old man winter, of giving, and good will in both mono and colour.
That little girl sings with such passion and intensity, her words coming from deep within. Just love her 🙂
and thank you Ali!!
Hi Cybele. Thanks for this beautiful post and that lovely child singing so beautifully. We need these moments of hope to renew and sustain our faith in humanity. 🙂
you are so very welcome Patti!! Pleased you enjoyed it!
Nice thoughts and wishes that bring peace to the heart and lovely elfs on the shelves!But the head elf is glorious in mono and in colour.And,what a treat to my ears the Holy Night singing by the charismatic little angel ♩♪♫♬ ~ Light each candle of your nine-branched candelabrum with peace,joy and hope!Happy Chanukah,if you celebrate now,dear Cybele 🙂 ❤ xxx
and I send all those good thoughts and candle wishes on the wind to Greece and you Doda! Hanukkah and Christmas blessings to all! and Xronia Polla!
..and such a beautiful heartfelt post – again thank you.
I remember that little child every Christmas time and hopefully if I'm paying attention, through the year also. Seasons Greetings my lovely friend xx
What a lovely sight to visit you and to see an overview of your gorgeous work.
I think of you even though I'm not around lots these days..
..and I love what you said… "I hope the season brings, forgiveness, healing, peace, love and grace to us all.… and music!"
Thank you xx
It gets very stressful this time of the year and it was nice just to sit back and relax for five minutes and listen to that little girl sing O Holy Night. I think you are a week early for that angel theme — she has an angelic voice!
so glad you enjoyed Crow! Thank you!
thanks Maria!
As someone once said "It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.". Lovely images, message, and song.
Many thanks and Christmas blessings to you Maverick!
I hate child prodigies. Probably because I wasn't born one. Love the shots you have here but that kid, OK, she has a good voice. But can she take photos like you? I don't think so.
Beautiful photos, and an incredible recording. She is a little girl with a big voice–amazing–and a perfect selection for this particular post.
Naomi, thanks so much for your kind words!! and a happy Hanukkah! I love this season of lights and music!
Merry Christmas. What gorgeous images. It feels like it is Xmas in a fantasy movie.
I'm glad you think so too! Thank you Poppy!
…madness is happening, sadly to say. Beautiful voice and song. Thank you for sharing! 🙂
thank you Amy!
thank you Carrie!
You are right…brought a tear…imagine her in a few years when her lovely voice gets even more stronger…amazing. Thank you so much for sharing this lovely video. And loved your first photo as well…too cute.
Here, here! Well said! The images are wonderful. I love those elves. They're adorable, and your Santa Claus is beautiful. I like his eyes they seem kind, and warm. The starbursts are fabulous.
Prayers and blessings Cybele
As long as there is hope in your heart their will be another
and to you Sheldon!
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Batman: Noelby Lee BermejoDC Comics, 112 pages, $22.99
Let's get this out of the way first: The very idea of grafting Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol story template onto the Batman universe is an inherently terrible one. Batman and Scrooge are two completely different archetypes. They have very little in common, and their character arcs go in wildly opposite directions. To do this sort of thing right, you'd have to first turn Batman into a real jackass -- which I imagine DC would be reluctant to do -- so that his eventual redemption at the end is all the more striking and heartwarming. That in turn raises the question of whether contemporary readers want a Batman who sees the good in everyone and spends more time helping widows and orphans than fighting crime.
Still, you can't say this sort of juxtaposition is surprising. A Christmas Carol has been adapted in just about every medium hundreds of times, and just about every popular TV show or multimedia character has attempted a variation on it (I fondly remember the Family Ties rendition, for instance). Honestly, the only shocking thing is that it took DC this long to try something like this (and with that I await the reply of some knowledgeable fellow in the comments section to tell me that, yes indeed, DC's done this sort of thing several times before).
Anyway, Batman: Noel is Lee Bermejo's big follow-up to Joker, the successful stand-alone graphic novel he did with Brian Azzarello. Bermejo, all on his lonesome here, adheres to the same lush, photorealistic style he used in that book, again drawing upon The Dark Knight movie, as the lengthy scars on the Joker's face and armor-styled design of Batman's uniform attest. It makes perfect sense that Bermejo's next book would be another Batman story, drawn in the same vein, although I question the wisdom of stealing from a holiday classic .
The plot involves Batman attempting to catch the Joker (who doubles as the Ghost of Christmases Yet to Be) by putting a desperate, low-level crook (the book's Bob Crachit) and his young son in jeopardy. Along the way, various characters obviously standing in for the characters from Dickens' story stop by and ask him what the hell he thinks he's doing and why has he become such a sourpuss lately.
Honestly, the whole thing comes off as incredibly awkward and forced. Many of the Dickens allusions seem shoehorned in with little thought as to whether they correlate properly to the original text. So we have people like Catwoman filling in here for the Ghost of Christmas Past and complaining about how Batman used to be a lot more fun and happy-go-lucky, which is a bit different from the androgynous waif that shows Scrooge what a decent guy he used to be.
If my harrumphing hints haven't already clued you in, Noel is yet another over-the-top commentary on how the modern grim-and-gritty style is completely ruining superhero comics. Honestly, it's not a position I necessarily disagree with, but the way it's presented here makes me want to read nothing but Faust for the next month.
As painfully awkward as the story's basic premise is, Bermejo makes things 10 times worse by inserting an insufferable narration that runs throughout the entire tale, as "Bob" badly summarizes Carol's basic plot in an odd, street/everyman lingo that corresponds to the visuals in the most obvious 1-to-1 manner possible. This sort of punning between the visual and verbal is barely tolerable when Alan Moore does it anymore, and Bermejo isn't anywhere near the same league as a writer.
Bemejo is, of course, an artist of considerable talents, and if you're buying the book just to appreciate the visuals there won't be as much to complain about I suppose. Throughout the book, he adopts a style where the panel borders are eschewed in favor of having them overlap each other, often using a large, foreground figure to help separate the sequences. As visual styles go, it's certainly striking, though it can can make for a confusing read at times, especially depending on how familiar you are with this particular storytelling device.
But while Noel offers some nice art, that doesn't mitigate the numerous problems this book has or make it anything close to an entertaining read. Perhaps Berjemo hoped that drawing on a classic work would give Noel a bit of cultural cache. What he's created though is a mess that will please neither Batman fans or those looking for a fun holiday-themed comic. Forgive me for making the obvious allusion, but Noel is the comics equivalent of a lump of coal in your stocking.


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First thing you think of when you think Fiji. Ready. Go. Honeymoon, right? Or at least clear blue water and beautiful beaches. That's what I thought anyway. So I was pumped when asked by Bryan (Digital Paradigm) if I wanted to go on my second trip with them to film for Missions Today, only this time to Fiji. Of course I accepted, and of course, my wife teased me for going to a honeymoon destination with a bunch of guys. I certainly considered myself blessed to get such a unique opportunity.
My name is Aaron Thomas. I am a freelance photographer and DP who lives in Fort Worth, TX. Some of my favorite things to do on this planet (and hopefully outside this planet one day) include traveling and shooting. It's a pretty easy choice for me when offered an opportunity to go to Fiji to film, especially since I had such a awesome experience the last time I worked with them on a production to Russia.
It was a pretty simple series of flights for me. DFW>LAX>NAN. The tougher part was the driving once we arrived. Nadi was on the opposite side of the capital, Suva, where we would be staying for the duration of our trip. So after our 11 hour overnight flight, we had to endure a 3+ hour drive to Suva. A big shoutout to Arody for making that trip several times! However, there was huge pro to this long drive, we could instantly tell how beautiful this island was.
Everything ranging from the green mountains and trees, to the ocean and rocky beaches. It was unlike any island I have ever seen. And all it took was one gas stop to see why this island is called the island of smiles. Even the guy pumping our gas was happy to chat with us and let us know there was a huge rugby game going on in Suva that night. This was our first indication that rugby is the most popular sport in Fiji. But I will have a story for that in a minute.
I had heard weather in Fiji is normally hot and humid, however, we were very blessed to have cooler weather the first week we were there. It was because of the constant rain though. This presented many challenges for us. Everything from stopping our shooting to take shelter, to having to fight the mud and always being dirty. I wasn't about to complain though. I'm not a huge fan of hot and humid. One of the more interesting stories from this trip was that Quiet Hour (our client) was there to help rebuild a church in the Sawakasa village, that had been destroyed twice this year from terrible storms, including a cyclone in February. So of course it was awesome seeing the volunteers do so much to help this village, but what was also very fascinating was seeing the locals and how they all banned together to help make this church function. Many of them came with tents to camp next to the church in order to make and serve food to EVERYONE helping with all the projects. And let me tell you, this was some of the best food I have had! Fiji's food is influenced heavily from Indian and Chinese food, with their own Fijian style dishes. I ate so much Indian food while there, it even made my armpits smell like curry. Sexy, I know.
Bouncing around to all the different clinic locations, we were able to see much more of that side of the island, as well as, visit with tons of people. One of my favorite memories at one of these clinics was watching a big group of kids playing rugby in the mud. You could tell everyone was obsessed with this sport. There were tons of schools and facilities we would drive by that had guys playing or practicing outside. But seeing these young kids playing in the mud just struck a cord with me. I'm not sure if it was just seeing their love for the sport, seeing them all play together, or being reminded what it was like to be a kid and not caring how muddy I got outside. But in the end, it was a great reminder that we all end up wanting and needing the same thing in life. People. And sports also, in my opinion.
The second part of the trip had much more sun and warmth. It also allowed us to explore a bit more around the island. There were so many incredible views and sunsets in Fiji. I don't know that I have seen sunsets quite like these. One day, one of the church members actually showed us a fresh natural spring, where we could drink straight out of. We were also able to get to the beach to do some swimming and shoot some of Greg's walk and talks.
The beach we went to was actually owned by a local church Seventh-day Adventist Church, which I thought was pretty boss. But it was a really pretty beach with a great view of an small island across the water. When I travel, I love going to markets and grocery stores to get a feel for how locals eat, and we found some really great stuff in Fiji. Coconut rolls, for instance. However, the coconut rolls were always sold out! So when we finally got our hands on one, we learned why. They were basically like a cinnamon roll, but made with coconut instead of cinnamon. So good! We also found that their pineapples are tiny! But still so sweet!
After two weeks of filming in Fiji and visiting many different villages and people, it was time to head home. The hospitality and friendliness we were shown by the people in Fiji was incredible. We heard so many great stories from the locals about their lives on the island, their faith in God, and witnessed over a dozen baptisms. The stories from all the volunteers and the journey some of them had to get to Fiji would inspire anyone to give missions a try. But overall, the beauty of Fiji in both the landscapes and smiles of the people showed me how God works through his creations to not only help us bless others, but to remind us that God is constantly blessing us. Thank you Fiji and Digital Paradigm for an awesome trip and experience!
Written by – Aaron Thomas


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Park Hill Golf Course operator will renew lease, adding new complication to nonprofit owner's plans. Arcis Golf filed lawsuit in spring in bid to buy the course under its contract terms.
The operator of the Park Hill Golf Course gave notice this week that it will renew its lease for five years, adding a new complication to discussions about the 155-acre property's future. Arcis Golf's renewal notice comes on the heels of its pending lawsuit that aims to force a sale to the Dallas-based operator. The company is the second-largest owner of golf courses in the country.
Last fall, the George W. Clayton Trust, which owns the land in northeast Denver, briefly reached a $20.5 million deal in which the city would buy the course and continue a community discussion over potential future uses. Clayton Early Learning, an early-childhood education nonprofit that manages the trust, has been looking for ways to make more money for its programs than it was reaping from the $700,000-a-year operator lease with Arcis.
But the city's deal was scuttled in November, when Arcis said it might exercise its option for the first of two five-year lease extensions. Its lease expires at the end of this year, and Arcis had until July 1 to notify Clayton of its decision.
"Arcis has informed us of their intent to renew the lease," Clayton president and CEO Charlotte Brantley told The Denver Post on Wednesday morning.
Arcis' lawsuit, filed in April, seeks to activate its contractual right of first refusal to match the city's earlier purchase offer. But Clayton officials contend that the city's offer didn't trigger that provision because the City Council hadn't yet signed off.
It's unclear whether Arcis still intends to pursue a purchase of Park Hill. An attempt to reach Scott Siddons, the company's general counsel, was not immediately successful.
While Arcis may hold legal leverage to continue operating the golf course, company officials also are aware that a city stormwater drainage and detention project — part of the massive Platte to Park Hill program — will require the closing of the golf course for up to two years, starting in 2019. Arcis probably will have a claim to compensation from the city during the closure.
Clayton officials are pushing ahead with a planned community open house July 10. They plan to share a summary of the input they have received during a two-year "visioning process" for the property, which has featured passionate arguments for preserving open space as well as addressing needs such as affordable housing.
But that conversation may now be speculative, at best.
"The golf course land continues to be an asset of the Clayton Trust, and its revenue helps support Clayton Early Learning's mission to improve early care and education during the critical first five years, especially for children living in communities of limited opportunity," says a statement issued by the nonprofit. "Arcis' decision does not change our mission, and we will continue our work educating Denver's children."
Siddons said during an interview last month that after years of losing money on its lease, Arcis unsuccessfully asked to cut the annual rent back to $300,000. But he said that last year, for the first time, the operator made a slight profit at Park Hill.
Siddons said the city's proposal to buy the property last summer took the operator by surprise. The deal could have meant as much as $24 million for Clayton, depending on the site's development potential.
"We thought that they would be in breach of that lease if they didn't offer on the same terms to purchase (as the city had offered)," Siddons said. "Our position is: Look, we went through all the bad times on the lease. We upheld our obligations. The fact that you went out and cut a deal with the city — and didn't offer it to us — is a breach of the lease."
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You may not have heard of the family foundation behind a $12.75 million gift to launch an early childhood learning center in Orlando, Florida, but it's worth taking note. Now entering its 50th year, the Bainum Foundation has recently emerged as a player to watch in the early childhood learning space.
As recently as 2015, the Bainum Foundation's list of grantees read like a hodgepodge of random causes with likely little more in common than family members' personal passions and interests. There were gifts to colleges and universities, boys and girls clubs and the local food kitchen.
The foundation reported about $500 million in assets. Its annual giving in 2015 added up to about $16 million, but few gifts topped $1 million.
A big focus was granting scholarships to low-income kids attending faith-based schools or providing direct support to the schools, said Ann Egan, the foundation's communications director. The organization's founders Jane and Stewart Bainum both attended Seventh Day Adventist schools and wanted to support others who wanted to do the same.
However, around 2015, the foundation started to shift its focus in a more strategic direction. Since then, it's emerged as a generous backer of early childhood education, with much of its work focusing on the most disadvantaged neighborhoods in Washington, D.C.; the foundation is based in neighboring Bethesda, Maryland. The foundation also focuses on mental health in schools and food security.
In 2017 alone, the foundation spent nearly $9 million on increasing the number of high-quality childcare seats in D.C.'s low-income neighborhoods and bringing mental health services to public high schools.
Now, Bainum has pledged $12.75 million to create about 150 new childcare spots for infants and toddlers in Orlando, Florida. About $5 million will support construction and $7.5 million will fund general operations when the center opens in 2019. The funder will also assist on designs, operations, governance and evaluation.
The center is part of a broader revitalization project led by LIFT Orlando, which is working to encourage investment that supports mixed-income housing, cradle-to-career education, community health and wellness, and long-term economic viability.
At first glance, this grant is a little bit of an outlier when compared to Bainum's revamped giving strategy. Up until this point, much of the funder's early education work has focused locally in D.C. What prompted the foundation to make a big investment in Orlando?
The answer actually lies in its history of funding faith-based work, Egan said. Even though Bainum's strategy has shifted, it's maintained its Seventh-day Adventist Initiative. Previously, the initiative was in charge of doling out scholarships to low-income children attending faith-based schools. When the foundation committed to early childhood learning and mental health in schools, the initiative's work shifted to align better with funder's overall strategy.
The foundation learned about the Orlando work through its Seventh-Day Adventist Initiative, which was working with the Florida Hospital Foundation, a Seventh-day Adventist hospital. The hospital's foundation was partnering with LIFT Orlando to revitalize the city.
"It was a great fit, as we share a commitment to providing services and supports to low-income communities to create opportunity and help children and families thrive," Egan said. "The challenges of the West Lakes neighborhood are similar to those of the communities we serve in the D.C. area (Wards 7 and 8), so we had relevant experience and expertise to share."
Bainum's focus on childcare is worth noting. It's a space that's been overlooked even by more experienced early childhood education funders in favor of working with schools or directly with parents, which in some cases, can be an easier lift. Kids in school are easier to reach, in part because of the infrastructure schools provide and in part because of the long history of philanthropists working in schools.
Reaching parents is a little trickier, but there are a lot of innovative funders working to connect with parents through voices they trust—whether that's a community leader or a trusted television show. Too Small to Fail is one example of an organization taking this approach. The Kenneth Rainin Foundation's Talk, Read, Sing initiative is another that reached out directly to parents to get them to start building early literacy skills at home before children reach school age.
Despite all that work in the space, though, high-quality, affordable childcare is still an issue that gets much less attention than it deserves. Access to good childcare is not only beneficial to the child, it also bolsters the long-term financial health of a family. Affordable, high-quality childcare means a parent can return to work full-time. It also means that the child is receiving age-appropriate instruction to make sure she's prepared to enter the school system.
Reaching kids before they enter school has become an increasingly urgent mission for early childhood learning funders, as emerging brain science reveals the importance of development from birth to age three—traditionally before children even enter the school system.
Bainum is part of a growing group of foundations that have made child care part of their strategy. It's joined by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, a longtime child care supporter among education philanthropy circles. The Pritzker Children's Initiative also recently included child care as part of a one-year, $6.5 million pilot program to support birth-to-three development. In Philadelphia, the William Penn Foundation is leading work to create more space for kids in high-quality child care facilities. On the corporate side, Vanguard has also made this work a priority.


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Google logo features playable guitar chords to pay tribute to American inventor Lester William Polsfuss, better known as Les Paul, on what would have been his 96th birthday and the search giant has once again grabbed the attention of internet users by celebrating the 96th birthday of guitar hero Les Paul with innovative guitar chords. Google had some pretty cool logos before also, but the playable guitar chords simply top the list…………
The late, great, guitar pioneer Les Paul has been celebrated on what would have been his 96th birthday today with his own playable guitar Google Doodle and would-be Jimi Hendrixes and Pete Townshends can even save their efforts using the handy record function, however this currently only available in the US. And it's playable. Turn up the sound on your computer, move your mouse over the logo, and enjoy the results. You can even record what you play. Click on the black button near the bottom right corner of the logo, strum for up to 30 seconds, and click again. Google will reply with a short URL, or Web address. You can copy that and email it to your friends. Les Paul — to say nothing of your friends — might cover his ears at the cacophony that's been created today. But that's the fun of it. Out of respect for your neighbors, and perhaps your office mates, you may want to keep your computer's volume low. If you click on the logo, you'll learn that Paul (1915-2009), born in Waukesha, Wis., pioneered the solid-bodied electric guitar, making the sound of modern rock music possible. He married, and performed with, the singer Mary Ford starting in 1949; they divorced in 1963. Paul continued to give concerts until a few weeks before he died of pneumonia at age 94.
Google regularly alters its logo to mark anniversaries, major events or birthdays of notable figures, or sometimes just to be quirky. The so-called Google Doodles have become more ambitious over time; one Friday in April its logo turned out to be a playable version of Pac-Man, the iconic 1980s arcade game. Even though the doodles are a small part of Google's very big business — it only has half a dozen artists to do them — it takes the doodles seriously. In March the firm went so far as to patent them. The U.S. Patent Office awarded Sergey Brin, Google's co-founder and head of technology with Patent # 7,912, 915 for what's known as the doodle. How to mark Thomas Edison's birthday? The letters that make up "Google" may be formed out of little light bulbs or other Edison inventions. There might be animation. If you click on the word Google, you might hear Edison's voice. The whole thing is considered a Doodle. It's this method for "enticing" (Google's word) users to its site that the company patented.
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Gov. Scott: Jacksonville Metro Area Added 19,900 Jobs Over the Year in September
JACKSONVILLE — Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the Jacksonville Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) gained 19,900 new jobs over the year in September. The Jacksonville MSA's unemployment rate declined by 0.8 percentage point over the year, from 6.6 percent in September 2013 to 5.8 percent in September 2014.
Governor Scott said, "The decline in the local unemployment rate coupled with 19,900 new area jobs means that more and more families in the Jacksonville area are able to provide for their families and live the American Dream. So, let's keep working to make sure that every Floridian who wants a job is able to get one."
The industries with the largest job gains over the year were professional and business services with 8,800 new jobs and leisure and hospitality with 5,400 new jobs. In September 2014, the Jacksonville MSA was among the top two metro areas in Florida for gains over the year in professional and business services and leisure and hospitality.
In September 2014, the Jacksonville MSA had 20,133 online job openings and had 4,751 online openings for STEM jobs. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and these jobs are considered high wage and high skill.
In September, CareerSource Northeast Florida, along with the state's other 23 Regional Workforce Boards, reported more than 43,800 Floridians were placed in jobs. An individual who receives employment and training assistance through a One-Stop Career Center and finds a job within 180 days is deemed a placement and may be reported by a regional workforce board. Of these individuals, 9,362 previously received Reemployment Assistance. In 2013, 479,064 Floridians were placed in jobs, with 135,384 former claimants finding employment.
Florida created 12,800 private-sector jobs in September 2014, and since December 2010, Florida has created 651,300 private-sector jobs. Florida's annual job growth rate has exceeded the nation's rate since April 2012. Florida's statewide unemployment rate for September 2014 was 6.1 percent, down 0.8 percentage point from the September 2013 rate.
To view the September 2014 employment data visit www.floridajobs.org/labor-market-information/labor-market-information-press-releases/monthly-press-releases.


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Silver Asanoha fine necklace, single charm
The silver Asnoha necklace features a fine and delicate diamond cut belcher chain with a single Asanoha charm. Maro's signature pebble ends the 19 inches chain, and an additional jump ring is provided 3 cm from the end to shorten the necklace if necessary.
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September 5, 2018 (Google Translation) – Within the framework of the planned tactical training of the diverse forces of the Baltic naval base, the large landing ships of the Baltic Fleet successfully worked out tasks to repel the attacks of the air attacks of the conventional enemy.
In one of the sea ranges in the Baltic Sea, the shipborne landing group of the large landing craft (KGB) Korolev, Alexander Shabalin and Minsk successfully carried out a complex of measures to repel the air raid of the "enemy".
During the exercise by the crews of the BDK, electronic warfare (EW) means were activated, active and passive interference was set. By means of shipborne anti-aircraft weapons, conditional air targets were taken for escorting and destroyed with the help of AK-176 artillery systems.
The final stage of combat training for a group of landing ships will be the landing of a sea assault on the unequipped coast. The crews of the ships will also conduct conditional fire support for the landing from the ship's artillery and the reaction complexes "Groza".


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Heat's union rep Amar'e Stoudemire said Chris Bosh's health is what Players Association is 'most concerned with'
TORONTO -- Chris Bosh left Air Canada Center after the Heat's overtime victory Tuesday night with his wife Adrienne at his side and team president Pat Riley not far behind.
Outside of saying hello to a few reporters, Bosh had nothing else to say Tuesday. Really, he doesn't have to.
It's obvious now he wants back on the court and the Heat as a team aren't letting him because team doctors and his doctors aren't seeing eye-to-eye on when it will be safe for him to play again.
While that battle continues behind the scenes, Amar'e Stoudemire, the Heat's player rep, did answer a couple questions about Tuesday's Deadspin report that the National Basketball Players Association was now involved in the matter.
"I think what we're most concerned with is his health," Stoudemire said. "Health is by far the most important aspect in this situation. We just have to make sure that the doctor's orders are followed for his situation."
Stoudemire said Bosh, who hasn't played since the All-Star break, hasn't asked any players on the team to intervene.
"We haven't spoken to him about it," Stoudemire said. "But I'm sure he wants to play. That's what we do -- the players union. We're here to help. But we've got to make the right decision."


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The Pan Africa Chemistry Network (PACN) Congress was held on 7 – 9 November in Accra, Ghana and was attended by approximately 250 researchers and policy-makers.
The PACN Congress is the flagship annual event for the PACN, which seeks to create a self-sustaining science based in Africa, helping to build capacity, solve local challenges and contribute to global knowledge. The topic for this year's Congress was 'Sustainable Agriculture: how the chemical sciences can contribute to food security for a growing population'.
ChemComm is proud to have supported the poster prizes for this wonderful event and the 1st prize was awarded to Francis Asiam, from KNUST in Ghana, for his poster entitled 'Collection, distribution, extraction and characterisation of vegetable oils from 40 varieties of high yielding Allanblackia parviflora in Ghana'. A full list of the poster prize recipients and poster titles can be found below.
Well done to all of the well-deserved winners!
PACN Prize 1st place: Francis Asiam (KNUST, Ghana) for 'Collection, distribution, extraction and characterisation of vegetable oils from 40 varieties of high yielding Allanblackia parviflora in Ghana
PACN Prize 2nd place: EA Asamoah (KNUST, Ghana) for 'Development of Rabbit Meat Sausages'
PACN Prize, 3rd place: Ray Voegborlo (KNUST, Ghana) for 'Human Exposure Assessment of Ochratoxin A through consumption of cocoa beans'
Agilent supported prize: Nkechinyere Isienyi (Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria) for 'Impact of heavy metal on soil near Lapite dumpsite in Ibadan, Nigeria'
Syngenta supported prize: Flaure Essoung (ICIPE, Kenya) for 'Welwitschianol A and B: Two cyclohexene derivatives and other insecticidal constituents of Caesalpinia Welwitschiana'


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Sarajevo, the city that drifted in and out of the headlines on our TV screens for years on end during the early 90's, always reminding us that somewhere, not so far away, something terrible was happening. Reminding us that children just like us (at the time), were suffering immeasurable pain and growing up amidst devastation. The images of empty streets with makeshift barricades, families desperately scurrying across the main street in Sarajevo under sniper fire, and the burning remains of the Council building remain imprinted on my mind so vividly, even now, some twenty something years later.
We landed on the tarmac at Sarajevo airport early in the morning and were instantly struck by an air of calm. The stunning backdrop of mountains in the distance, coupled with a lucky bright blue cloudless-sky greeted us. As we journeyed our way towards the hotel in the old city, we were struck by the many contrasts of this city.
Small traditional houses with terracotta rooftops nestled amidst lush green mountains in the distance, modern sky scrapers standing next to abandoned buildings bearing the scars of sniper fire, grand Hungarian-inspired buildings, set against a backdrop of traditional Ottoman architecture, with minarets towering in the sky . Through a single road, Sarajevo will tell you it's history, all you need to do, is to look out for it.
We ventured into the old town of Baščaršija as coffee shops and stalls opened their doors for their first customers. For the next hour, we sipped on Bosnian coffee and watched the old town go about it's day. There was an Istanbul-esque vibe about it, the Ottoman mosques dotted about, always reminding you of the city's Ottoman ancestors. But Baščaršija was far calmer, even by mid-day, when tour groups arrived, walking tours commenced, and locals went about their day picking up bread from local bakeries and catching sips of coffee on their way; there was a calmness. A calmness we loved.
It's hard to forget what this city has endured, not so long ago. After the fall of Yugoslavia and a Bosnian independence referendum, Sarajevo was besieged by the Yugoslavian People's Army. The siege lasted a total of 1425 days, up until February 1996. The city was encircled, snipers nestled themselves on vantage points on the outskirts of the city, shelling and fighting bought chaos to the city. Streets became war zones. Starvation was rife, with no proper way in or out of the city, the population were trapped with no supplies. Many who attempted to cross the makeshift borders into neighbouring towns were killed instantly.
The not-so-distant bloody history of Sarajevo is still very visible today, from burnt-out buildings to bullet-ridden walls. I could not help but wonder how the siege had affected all those we conversed with. Those my age were just growing children at the time, today, many are heads of households.
[The Kovaci cemetery is home to some of the victims of the war, alongside the grave of Bosnia's first president Alija Izetbegovic, who died in 2003]
There are so many signs of recovery here. The modern part of the city connects itself so seamlessly with the old town. As the cobblestones give way to pavements, you'll find streets lined with shops, glossy malls, and young Sarajevans hanging out in hip cafes – a sight almost unimaginable some 20 years ago. The Olympic bob-sleigh/luge tracks built for the '84 Olympics are finding new life and becoming a canvas for the local art scene. International brands have set up shop and international investors have set sights on the city, the tourism industry is steadily growing, mainly through support of investors from Gulf countries. Outside the national Library sits a replica of a Cable Car compartment – part of a new cable car service due to arrive in Sarajevo in the near future. It will bring the cable car back to Sarajevo (another piece of history destroyed by the war), transporting passengers to the top of Mount Trebvić.
There is no rush to forget what happened here, Sarajevans are preserving their history, still determined for the world to know their story. The "Tunnel Of Hope" – the only lifeline for this city under siege still stands today, you can walk through part of the original underground tunnel to understand it's role in the cities survival. Through an assortment of Museums and Galleries, Sarajevo's recent war history is being told.
There's something so special about Sarajevo, I can't quite put my finger on it, but I know so many other people feel the same way. Perhaps it's an air of simplicity? The kindness of it's people? The untouched natural beauty spanning miles and miles in the distance? Or perhaps it the knowledge of what this city has been through in it's lifetime? Power struggles, a mixed identity, independence, war and ultimately recovery? An endless journey to pick up the pieces.
We fell in love with the city, so much more than we thought we would. I was so much more excited about Mostar when we set out for our trip, but after just a few hours in Sarajevo, I never wanted to leave. We said goodbye with a heavy heart and a vow to return to the beautiful city once again. Hopefully soon.
Here's our traditional travelling chalkboard shot:
Some tips if you're visiting Sarajevo :
- Bring comfortable shoes! I can't stress this enough. There are plenty of hills/steep climbs/cobbled streets that make for a challenging walk. We lived in trainers and our feet thanked us for it!
- If you are travelling with someone with mobility issues/children, stay in a hotel that is not on a hill (check on TripAdvisor). We stayed in the wonderful Hotel Aziza but it was set on a steep hill.
- Sarajevo is safe! There's a strange misconception that the city is still at war – it's not. The city is safe, just exercise the usual caution you would anywhere in the world and you'll be fine!
- There is no Uber in Sarajevo but there is a number you can call for a taxi. Red taxis (with font on the bonnet) have meters. You can also get around by tram.
- We found it very difficult to find a Sim card in Sarajevo – we found one shop near the Gazi Husarev Mosque in the old town that sold them.
- Halal food : Bosnia is a majority Muslim country and Halal food is easy to find. You can confirm Halal status with restaurant owners.
- If like us you make a pilgrimage to the land of Golden Arches every time you step foot in a Muslim country, rejoice, McDees is Halal in Bosnia (according to staff at our hotel)
Don't forget to check out my post on 10 things to do in Sarajevo!


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The Boys' Latin varsity soccer team got their long anticipated win after an atrocious two-week span of constant losing to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The team just underwent a two-week span of three straight losses. A loss on September 28th versus Park, 1-0, followed by a loss on September 30th versus Gerstell Academy, 2-1, and finally to top it off, another loss versus Saint Peter's and Paul, 6-1, on October 5th.
"We lost our focus and hung our heads when mistakes were made instead of playing more aggressively to make up for those mistakes, and that was pretty much every game. Therefore, it escalated and got kinda ugly," said senior Theo Thomas and varsity soccer member.
"Everyone was just angry but they were all silent about it. We understood what we had to do to win but we just didn't," said Max Mygatt, a junior on the varsity soccer team. Similar to Theo's point, the team continued to dwell on the past and every time that occurred, it would snowball, affecting the team's whole dynamic.
This year's varsity soccer team had high expectations after last year's team set the bar so high with a championship appearance, the first time the team actually made it to the championship since 2013. Even with a loss in last year's championship, that was only supposed to light a fire within the team to fuel their playing this year. To the surprise of many, this year's team has struggled to uphold the bar last year's team set.
The team did lose some of its large contributors from last year's championship team with 2016 graduates Brendan Mullally, Hayden Kovinsky, Jeremy Greenberg, Josh Lurie, and others. Nonetheless, the team was still expected to not miss a beat.
Not until October 7th versus Mount Carmel with a 3-1 win did the team again get the taste of victory. That wonderful Friday officially ended the team's streak.
"Our effort was so much higher and we took a lot of shots and looked to score; we were so much hungrier and with more to lose and came into the game with a winning attitude," Mygatt stated. The birth of a new team was happening right in the school's backyard.
Boys' Latin currently sits in fourth place with five wins and six losses. But with seven games to go along with much luck and more games similar to the Mount Carmel game, another championship appearance is not unfathomable. Never rule out a Laker!
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A wedding anniversary is a celebration of love and time. It celebrates the couple's strength and their victories over the trials of their relationship. It doesn't matter whether you and your partner are hopeless romantics or practical spenders, wedding anniversaries are always considered special occasions. The best way to mark this exceptional event is by giving your spouse a wedding anniversary gift.
There are traditional names that are given for some specific wedding anniversaries. The more common ones are silver for the 25th year, gold for the 50th year and diamond for the 60th year. There are also corresponding traditional gifts for these anniversaries, but whether you opt to be customary or modern in buying anniversary gifts, the most important thing is that it comes from the heart. Preparing for a wedding anniversary celebration is exciting but could also be tiring. There's no need to be intimidated when choosing an anniversary gift for your spouse. Here are some brilliant ideas to help you.
Top Ideas For Wedding Anniversary Parties
Since anniversaries are hallmark occasions, it is best to celebrate it with a party. Anniversaries are the perfect occasion to throw a party and celebrate with friends and family. If you intend to give your spouse a party as an anniversary gift, start by informing everybody you wish to invite to the occasion. You can formally send out printed invitations or just call or email them. This should be easy since there are numerous customizable invitations that come with RSVP cards available online. Celebrating a major anniversary is also a wonderful time to renew your wedding vows. It would be wonderful to be once again reminded of the day you professed your love for each other in front of the important people in your life and made a vow to spend the rest of your life with your spouse.
Odes, Poems And Love Verses For Wedding Anniversaries
You can express your love for your spouse any time, but it would be extra meaningful when you do it on your wedding anniversary. To make your expression of love dreamier, use love poems, verses and ditties. Making a poem as a wedding anniversary gift is guaranteed to make your spouse's heart swoon. But when it is just difficult to put to words what you really feel, you can always search the thousands of love notes and poems found online and in libraries, and you will surely come across something that best describes how much love you have for your spouse.
Romantic Ideas For A Wedding Anniversary Celebration
Being able to charm your loved one is the best feeling in the world, especially when you do it on your wedding anniversary. Whatever you give him or her as an anniversary gift will surely be treasured forever in their heart. Your spouse will certainly talk about your wedding anniversary gift among his or her circle of friends, even in social media networks. It does not need to be expensive, you can be frugal and still have a wedding anniversary gift that will make your spouse happy. For example, you can wake up early and prepare his or her favorite special breakfast on the day of your anniversary. A romantic 2nd wedding anniversary gift idea would be a nice homemade dinner and a good massage when he or she comes home from work. There are a lot of things you can do for your spouse, whether it is for a 5th anniversary gift, a 10th wedding anniversary gift or a 50th wedding anniversary gift.
Great Anniversary Gifts For Him
In general, it is harder to find a gift for men. If your husband could not be easily impressed, it can be challenging to come up with wedding anniversary gift ideas for him. You can avoid this frustration by booking a hotel where you can spend your evening together. This would be a great 10th wedding anniversary gift idea for him. Invite him to a romantic evening in a hotel that you haven't tried. You can ask the staff to make special room arrangements so you can have a wonderful time together. If you do not have time to check into a hotel, you can give him his favorite watch or perfume. If he is into music, create a playlist of his favorite songs. It would be a lovely anniversary gift. Preparing a video greeting from people close to your husband is an ingenious 30th wedding anniversary gift. It would surely make him feel good to see the people who have supported your union, even just in videotape.
Wedding Anniversary Gifts For Her
Men always want their gifts to impress the women in their life. You can buy her a diamond jewelry if you can afford one. This is certainly a fitting gift for your wedding anniversary. But if you do not have the resources for diamonds, you can still make your wife feel special. You can plan a romantic weekend for the two of you. Take charge of all the arrangements so she could just enjoy being with you. Anniversaries only come once a year, and it is a good time to pamper your wife. There are numerous wedding anniversary gift ideas for your wife if you search the internet.
Modern And Traditional Wedding Anniversary Gifts
Just as there are numerous ways to celebrate your wedding anniversary, there are also several means to give gifts for this momentous occasion. Ideally, there are traditional wedding anniversary gift ideas that correspond for each anniversary. For example, for 5th anniversary gift ideas, it is traditional to give your spouse something made of wood. A traditional 8th wedding anniversary gift would be something made of bronze or pottery. For 40th wedding anniversary gift ideas, rubies are both traditional and modern. Flowers are also a classic, and you can give a glorious flower arrangement to your husband or wife as an anniversary gift. This is a sweet first anniversary gift idea.
If you prefer to celebrate the modern way, jewelries are considered modern gifts. Silver, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, gold and pearls are appropriate to give on certain years as wedding anniversary gifts. If you are looking to invest in something that at the same time would also make your spouse happy, these stones perfectly fit the criteria. Seeing your spouse's reaction when he or she sees your wedding anniversary gift will surely make your investment worth it.
Distance Doesn't Matter When You Want To Share The Love
In today's modern technology, expressing our love for our spouse, even if you are apart, is no longer a problem. A lot of media platforms are within reach, and communicating with your loved one and giving them an anniversary gift is no longer a setback.


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Below are the number of accommodations by star rating in Torpes and the surrounding area:
- • 3 4-star accommodations from USD 96 per night
- • 31 3-star accommodations from USD 51 per night
- • 12 2-star accommodations from USD 50 per night
- • 4 1-star accommodations from USD 33 per night
How to Get to Torpes
Flights to Torpes
- • Dole (DLE-Franche-Comte Regional), 23.2 mi (37.4 km) from central Torpes
Things to See and Do in Torpes
Things to See near Torpes:
- • University of Franche-Comte (8.2 mi/13.1 km from the city center)
- • Besancon Citadel (8.2 mi/13.1 km from the city center)
- • Citadel of Besancon (8.2 mi/13.2 km from the city center)
- • Besancon Cathedral (8 mi/12.8 km from the city center)
- • Place du 8 Septembre (8.6 mi/13.8 km from the city center)
Things to Do near Torpes:
- • Micropolis Conference Center (5.8 mi/9.4 km from the city center)
- • Musee des Beaux-Arts (8.1 mi/13.1 km from the city center)
- • City of Arts (8.4 mi/13.5 km from the city center)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Torpes?
- • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 85°F)
- • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 36°F)
- • Rainiest months: August, July, June, and March (average 0.11 inches of rainfall)


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Tips for Traveling in Belize
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-Fly Out Early.
There aren't lights at the airport runways, so there aren't any night flights available. Because we are in Dallas, the only options are fly out at 5 am or fly later and stay over in Miami. If you're going to do that, you might as well plan for a couple of days there, because the only kind of layover you get is going to be a not so fun one... PLUS if you do fly early, you can just relax it off on the beach, once you arrive!
-Take time to explore the city and meet the people.
I can't say this enough! We stayed off the beaten path, so we didn't get much time to explore the city, but the afternoon that we did, was probably one of our favorite times! We kind of just bar hopped and walked around. The people are so nice and the culture is so fun. We were there on the weekend before Halloween and I think every single person we ran into, told us that it was the best time to be on the island, because their Halloween party was the best! It was too funny. As always, be smart about where you are going and what you are doing.
-Bring bug spray.
Bring it and bathe in it! It is a tropical climate, so bring spray, as well as medicine to sooth bites and you'll be fine. I was dumb and forgot to bring some, but luckily we borrowed some from the resort! Side note- it's only bad at night.
-Enjoy the water.
You're on some of the most beautiful water in the world, so take advantage of it! Here's some of our favorites and the most popular things to do.
Shark Ray Alley. Swim with the sharks! Don't be scared...they are actually nurse sharks. There's also sting rays!
Hol Chan Marine Reserve. You can usually get this in a package with the shark swimming! You get to snorkel and see a ton of ocean life as well!
Great Blue Hole. If you are a scuba diver, then you probably already know about this. You need to be experienced, but I've heard it is amazing! It is the main structure that Belize is known for.
Mexico Rocks. This is a fairly new discovery, but is a similar experience to Hol Chan. We heard people like seeing the reef here better, but we did Hol Chan, as it was a package with Shark Ray Alley, as they are close to each other. If we would of had more time, we would have done this as well!
-Explore both parts of the island.
There's a "resort side" and a "adventurer side".If you have time, start your trip out at the ruins and end relaxing at the beach on the resort side! There are TONS of ruins you can visit, but the most popular are Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, Lamanai Archaeological Reserve, Cahal Pech Maya Ruins, El Pilar Mayan Ruins, and Caracol Mayan Ruins. We stayed at Las Tarrazas and they actually have a package that includes visiting both sides. I would love to go back and do that
-Eat the food.
Always try the food of the culture you are visiting! I will say that Belizean food is more bland that I am used to, but still really good. Their local avocados are AMAZING. So is their seafood and fruit. There's just something about tropical climates and their produce!
-Prepare for transportation.
The most popular way to get around the island is by golf cart! If you are there for a while and want to travel around the island, then you should probably rent one. We were fine walking and such. We did take water taxis frequently though. You can take private ones or public ones. The public ones work like a bus system so cheaper, but you have to make several stops. And of course to get to San Pedro, we took a hopper plane. It was in a package with our resort and it was pretty fun! you can see all of the beautiful water and everything you don't really get to see from a normal plane.
Where to Stay.
We stayed at Las Terrazas and loved it. The beachfront was amazing and the hotel the perfect getaway. Note this is in San Pedro on Ambergris Caye. There are several islands/areas to visit!
Where to Eat and Drink.
O Restaurant. This is the restaurant at Las Terrazas! We ate breakfast, lunch and dinner there - I think breakfast and dinner were our favorite!
La Palapa. This was our favorite bar! It was right where the water taxi dropped us off, so it was super convenient, but also really good. The bar is right on the water and a really fun environment. Their food was good and so were their drinks.
Cayo Espanto. If you want to go here, better book it early. You can only get a reservation if the resort isn't at full capacity. They create your entire meal based on your preferences and allergies. It was a very neat place and I would love to back in the daylight!
Elvi's Kitchen. A place with local flare! Come hungry, because the portions are large!
Taco Shack. A yummy and inexpensive way to enjoy Belizean food, with a taste of Mexico!
Admiral Nelson's Bar. Not just a bar, but a great restaurant as well!
Rum+Bean. Coffee and cocktails, at your service!!
Island Time Beach Bar. It's a beach front bar and restaurant, that has something for everyone!
Boomer's Bar and Grill. They probably had my favorite margarita on the island! I loved it, because they got my marg to the spicy level that I like.
Do you have a favorite part of Belize that I haven't mentioned? Let me know so I can visit when I go back! If you didn't get to see it already, here's a short video from our time there. Enjoy!! Hope you're staying warm this winter;) To see my other Belize posts, click here:
Where to Stay in Belize: Las Terrazas Resort
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize Travel Guide
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Do You Smoke? Do You Have Dogs?
Today is National No Smoking Day in the UK
No Smoking Day is an annual health awareness day, which started in 1984 to help smokers who want to quit smoking.
It is really great to learn that of the 28 EU Countries, the UK has the second lowest prevalence of smoking in adults, alongside Sweden at 17% (according to the National Statistics, NHS Statistics on Smoking published in 2017). The highest rate of smoking in EU Countries, with rates above 30%, are Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey.
In 2000, 26.8% of adults (over 16) in the UK were smoking, this has decreased to 15.5% in June 2017 down from 19.9% in 2010. It is perhaps heartening to read that there has been a steady decrease, over time, in the proportion of secondary school pupils who thought it was OK to try smoking from 54% in 1999 to 26% in 2014.
Effects of Smoking
Everyone knows the effects of smoking on our health, everyone knows that it is bad for you, especially since the advertising on cigarette packets becomes more gruesome every year.
But have you ever thought about how smoking affects our pets? I have, because my husband is a smoker and I am not. Yes, I hate it but he smoked when I met him and has smoked since he was a boy, he enjoys smoking and has no inclination to give it up. It does amaze me that he smokes, he is real germophobe and very hygienic. Smoking, to me, is dirty and smelly (the ash, the smell, the yellowy tinge) it doesn't conjure up cleanliness and healthy environment!
When we first met it wasn't really a problem for me, as we didn't live together, when we rented our first flat, he didn't really smoke in the flat so I never really noticed it at all. Now we have our own house, he smokes only in the kitchen, but it really is noticeable to me, especially during the winter months because we can't leave the doors and windows open all day, like we do in the summer.
I hate it because the smoke seems to permeate everything and everywhere, no matter what I try to do! We have scented candles burning, open the window (even in the winter) and have a massive air purifier going all the time, but it still manages to seep upstairs, into my clothes and my hair (I'm sure people must think I smoke!).
Also, I really notice it when the dogs come upstairs, first thing in the morning, for a cuddle with me in bed. Their fur really stinks of smoke, it got me wondering what are the second-hand effects of smoking on dogs? Does anyone know?
The Effects of Second-Hand Smoking on Dogs
If smoking is harmful to humans, it would make sense to suggest that second-hand smoking could have an adverse effect on our pets in the home. A study, by the University of Glasgow, shows a direct link between the effect on pets living in a smoking environment and a higher risk of health problems, because they spend more time in the home and are closer to carpets where carcinogenic particles can linger.
Besides second-hand smoke, the ingestion of nicotine, which can be dangerous in itself. Additional health risks are associated with 'third-hand smoke', a term describing the invisible, yet toxic gases and particles clinging to smokers' hair, clothing, in cars and carpeting which lingers long after second-hand smoke has cleared the room. If you can 'smell' the smoke then you are surrounded by third-hand smoke and third-hand smoke particles are thought to be more carcinogenic than second-hand smoke.
Professor Clare Knottenbelt at the University of Glasgow's Small Animal Hospital, said, "Our findings show that exposure to smoke in the house is having a direct impact on pets."
Smoking and Dogs
All of the above factors suggest that pets are probably exposed to greater amounts of passive smoke than humans.
Findings at The University of Glasgow show that pets who have exposure to smoke are at risk of ongoing cell damage which could increase the risk of;
- Certain cancers such as nasal cancer, lung cancer, long bone cancer,
- Heart disease,
- Allergic skin reactions,
- Respiratory illnesses such as an allergy to tobacco smoke and
- Weight gain.
They observed that dogs living with a smoker gained more weight, after neutering, than those in a non-smoking household. By examining the testicles of male dogs, after they were castrated, a gene that acts as a marker of cell damage was high in dogs living in smoking home than those that did not. The effect on the gene was reduced when owners chose to smoke outside to reduce their pet's exposure but didn't eradicate the effects completely.
Protecting Your Pet
Whilst the best thing for you, other members of the household and your dog, is to stop smoking altogether, this is not as easy for some to do. I struggle to understand why you wouldn't want to stop, after learning how second, and third, hand smoking is more dangerous for your dog, than it is for you. Especially, as we already know the effects it has on humans.
So to lower the risks to you and your dog, whilst you are trying to quit smoking, you can take the following steps to minimise the presence of second, and third, hand smoke in the home;
- Do not smoke in the house, or car, anymore, smoking outside will prevent a great deal of smoke particles from settling in the home or car, reducing the toxic load greatly on your dog.
- Do not smoke whilst cuddling your pet.
- Use a high-quality air purifier in your home (we use this one, but there are smaller ones, do research on the right size for your house).
- Change your clothes, wash them frequently or air them outside.
- Wash your hands after smoking and before touching your dog.
- Wash your hair frequently and bathe your dog frequently to remove any residue from their fur.
- Keep ashtrays clean, and away from dogs.
- Dispose of cigarettes etc in bins that can't be accessed by dogs.
Whilst all of the above will reduce your dog's exposure to the effects of smoking, the best option is to stop smoking completely, for you and your dog's health and wellbeing. The good news is that the damage from smoking lessens with time once you have stopped.
So what are you waiting for?
Get me well so I can get on television and tell people to stop smoking ~ Nat King Cole


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Cornerstone exists because of Jesus. We are a people who have been transformed by the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. Through Jesus' death and resurrection, God has forgiven us and adopted us into his family. Now, we have a whole new life.
Through the gospel, God redeems us, forgives us, and adopts us into his family. The good news of Jesus' death and resurrection makes each one of us a new creation and gives us a new identity: children of God. This is why we can never think of the church as an organization or a building. The church is actually a family—God's family, filled with redeemed sinners that are now his children.
Through the gospel, God forgives us, adopts us into his family, and makes us his disciples. This means that the church is not just any family. We are a family formed by God—and sent out with a purpose.
The church is a family that ministers to one another, cares for one another, and builds one another up. Each member of the family is a child of God who is uniquely gifted to bless the family and to be a light in our city.
Just like a vine grows best with a good trellis, our church family grows best with good programs. Our programs and ministries are tailored to support the community and mission God has given us.
"There is nothing wrong with desiring to be happy or content in this life, but happiness can be self-centered if not properly understood in the context of love."
The other day as I was driving, a pastor was talking about marriage on the radio. He was saying that when people came for premarital counseling, he usually asks them the following question: why do you want to be married? After many years of counseling experience, he has noticed that the answer is usually the same…"I want to be happy". This answer reflects a simple but basic human desire; we all want to be happy. There is nothing wrong with desiring to be happy or content in this life, but happiness can be self-centered if not properly understood in the context of love.
When couples say that they want to be happy, there is this notion and expectation that their future spouse will make them happy. This was exactly the case with the radio pastor after he just got married. He realized that expecting his wife to make him happy was selfish. He learned that to make any person happy is a very complex issue and no human being has been burdened with a task that only God can bear. His unhappiness was made clearer when he grew impatient with faults in his wife that he could not change. But one day, his perspective was changed when he realized that all the faults on his wife were not there to rob him of happiness, but in fact, they were opportunities to love her. He continued to confess that with this renewed mind, he started to see God transforming all those things that he initially did not like about his wife. When he decided to love her as he was commanded, his love for her not only increased, but she was changed as well by God. Finally, his obedience to the word of God resulted in a happier husband and wife. Happiness is not something that can be attained directly. It will elude anyone who tries that approach. When husband and wife chose to love one another, then happiness will eventually become more tangible.
José serves Cornerstone by overseeing the Spanish language ministry "Nueva Vida Ministerios".
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Lauren Holly Details Hotel Encounter With Harvey Weinstein: "I Pushed Him and Ran"
"He told me I looked stressed," the actress said on the Canadian talk show 'The Social.' "He said that he thought maybe I could use a massage, maybe I could give him a massage."
Lauren Holly is the latest actress to come forward and share her own harrowing encounter with disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein.
During a visit to the Canadian daytime talk show The Social on Monday, Holly detailed her experience with Weinstein in a hotel room suite, explaining that she felt a "responsibility" to speak out after reading the New York Times bombshell report on multiple sexual harassment claims against the film exec.
"I was floored. It was my story," she said about her initial reaction to the Times exposé. "I had never told anyone publicly."
Holly, who starred in Miramax's 1996 film Beautiful Girls, was a seasoned actress in her 30s and had met Weinstein on numerous occasions when she was invited to a business meeting with him in the late 1990s.
"I was certainly not new to Hollywood," she clarified on The Social. "I was a seasoned Hollywood person, I had been working there a lot, I was well known. I wasn't an innocent young girl that had just come there."
Holly admitted she was "very excited" about getting a chance to talk business with the exec, whom she considered "the most powerful person in Hollywood at the time," and didn't find it at all abnormal that they had planned to meet at a hotel.
"Everything was absolutely normal, professional from the get-go," said the actress, then the two sat down and drank a glass of champagne before Weinstein asked to be excused.
"He came back to the room and he was dressed in the hotel bathrobe. No doubt it was odd," Holly recalled. "He said, 'Okay, let's get to it. This is what we've got going on at my company.' [Then] he gestured for me to follow him."
The actress said Weinstein asked her to follow him to the bedroom area of the hotel room, where he continued to discuss business ventures and what projects his company had in the works that might be right for her.
"He dropped his robe, went into the bathroom in front of me, and began to use the toilet. All the time talking," she said. "At this point, my head is exploding."
Weinstein proceeded to jump into the shower, while continually asking Holly questions. She added, "He's in the shower washing himself, leaning out of the shower, asking me for responses. He's acting like the situation is normal. He's acting like we're having a normal encounter."
Holly told the studio audience she momentarily questioned herself, internally asking, "Am I just a prude? Am I supposed to be more open-minded? I didn't quite know how to handle myself at that moment."
The actress explained the fear kicked in when Weinstein got out of the shower and came toward her, still without a bathrobe on.
"When he came toward me, everything changed," she recounted. "I wanted to flee, I was scared. He told me I looked stressed. He said that he thought maybe I could use a massage, maybe I could give him a massage."
Fumbling with her words, Holly said she then suggested that he call a masseuse into the suite, as she didn't know how to properly give a massage. "He began to get angry," she recalled. "I began to get really afraid. He told me that I would make a bad decision if I got out of there. ... I pushed him and ran."
After the encounter, Holly noted she was told to stay quiet about Weinstein's advances, and she still has her "suspicions" about why she didn't make as many movies in the following years. "Things need to change," the actress declared on Monday's show. "Harvey Weinstein is our sacrificial beast."
Since the Times and The New Yorker released their respective investigative reports into allegations of sexual harassment, assault and rape by Weinstein, a chorus of Hollywood actresses have stepped forward to accuse the mogul of sexual misconduct and inappropriate advances.
Holly's Beautiful Girls co-star Mira Sorvino went public with her experience with Weinstein for The New Yorker's piece, in which she claimed Weinstein gave her a massage and inappropriately attempted to "get more physical."
Weinstein has since been terminated as co-chairman of The Weinstein Co., expelled from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and suspended from BAFTA.


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Monica Lam: 2017 Plenary Session
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Location: McCaw Hall, Arrillaga Alumni Center
"Almond: An Open Crowdsourced Programmable Virtual Assistant for the Internet of Things"
This talk presents the architecture of Almond, an open, crowdsourced, privacy-preserving and programmable virtual assistant for online services and the Internet of Things (IoT). Almond is the first assistant prototype that lets users specify trigger-action tasks in natural language.
Almond addresses four challenges in virtual assistant technology: generality, interoperability, privacy, and usability. For generality, we have created Thingpedia, a crowdsourced public knowledge base of open APIs and their natural language interfaces. Interoperability is provided by ThingTalk, a high-level domain-specific language that connects multiple devices or services via open APIs. For privacy, user credentials and user data are managed by our open-source ThingSystem, which can be run on personal phones or home servers. Finally, for usability, we use machine learning techniques to automatically translate natural language into trigger-action tasks.
Monica Lam is a Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Mobile and Social Computer Laboratory. She received her BS in Computer Science from University of British Columbia and her PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. Her research interests spanned high-performance computing, computer architecture, compiler optimizations, security analysis, virtualization, mobile computing, and social networks. She is an author of the Dragon book, and an ACM Fellow.


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New York, NY - July 21, 2000 - September 2000 will witness the release of a very special Limited Edition 3CD set chronicling rock legend David Bowie's sessions at the BBC from 1968 to 1972.
In a groundbreaking on line first David Bowie has also announced that a track from this new BBC sessions package will be mixed with the help of his fans in a real time event broadcast over the Internet . On July 31st fans can log on to BowieNet (www.davidbowie.com) to select their favourite version of a track that will appear on the album.
The first two CD1s in the 3cd set are taken from BBC shows from 68-72 include rare performances of classics such as Ziggy Stardust, Starman and Space Oddity. The 3rd CD in this Limited package, will exclusively feature classic tracks and live favourites performed at the already legendary BBC Radio Theatre show this Summer following David's triumphant return to this years Glastonbury festival where he undoubtedly stole the show.
Later in the year a 2 CD package to replace the 3cd set will be released comprising only of the 1968  1972 sessions which will also be available as a 4 LP Vinyl Limited Edition set including two bonus tracks not included on any of the CD's.
The Limited edition 3CD set, includes tracks taken from such BBC shows as Top Gear, Sounds Of The 70's (both presented by whispering Bob Harris) and In Concert (presented by John Peel).
The tracks from the 1968 Top Gear session have not been heard or even bootlegged since the day they were first broadcast, one track was never even aired! The tape for this particular session was supplied by David himself as the BBC had lost the original masters!
The Sunday Show tracks have been the subject of legendary bootlegging but always in very poor quality. This session was historic for the fact that it was the first time that David and Mick Ronson performed live together having literally met only days before.
The Sound Of The 70's session tapes also include the first, and only, early Bowie BBC session recordings in stereo. It is also a valuable historical record because of the rare performances by David just accompanied by Mick Ronson.
The In Concert session (recorded June 1971) feature many of David's friends and on the track It Ain't Easy, Bowie shares the vocal duties with old school friend's George Underwood (the man responsible for several of Bowies early album covers) and Warren Peace.
The cover of the album has been compiled and treated by Guy Peellaert who was responsible for the Diamond Dogs sleeve.
The exclusive 3rd CD was recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre on June 27th 2000 to an audience of specially invited fans and guests. It includes such classics as Ashes To Ashes, Fame, Cracked Actor and Let's Dance alongside rarely performed fan favourites such as Wild Is The Wind, This Is Not America, Always Crashing In The Same Car and I'm Afraid Of Americans.