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Hi Tim, Assuming your application is called "tim" and you want to map it to "/tim" Place a tim.xml file in: ${TOMCAT_INSTALLATION}/conf/Catalina/localhost/ tim.xml contains: ================= <Context path="/tim" reloadable="true" docBase="LOCATION OF YOUR COMPILED CODE!" /> build.xml: ========== Tell ant to compile the code in the location specified in tim.xml Now, your applicaiton will reload everytime you re-build and you won't have to develop in the <tomcat>/webapps directory. Hope this helps. Aladin firstname.lastname@example.com wrote: > This is a fundamental question, but I can't find an answer to it anywhere. > Probably right in from of my nose. > > I have set up my development environment exactly as directed in the tomcat > docs. When I ``ant install'', the app is copied to the <tomcat>/webapps > directory, and a subsequent ``ant compile'' after a JSP change updates the > copy in the build directory, but tomcat doesn't see it unless I do a > ``remove'' and ``install''. I expected ``install'' to deploy it from the > build directory. > > Is there some setting in server.xml or web.xml that allows this? I don't > want to develop in the <tomcat>/webapps directory. > > Thanks > > Tim S. > > ______________________________________________________________________ > This email has been scanned by the MessageLabs Email Security System. > Our company accepts no liability for the content of this email, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information > provided, unless that information is subsequently confirmed in writing. > Any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the > author and do not necessarily represent those of the company. > WARNING: Computer viruses can be transmitted via email. > The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the > presence of viruses. The company accepts no liability for any damage > caused by any virus transmitted by this email. > 11/29/2003 ACE Software, LLC > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > To unsubscribe, e-mail: email@example.com > For additional commands, e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com > > > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: email@example.com For additional commands, e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
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This is a blog to reinforce family values, relationships and friendships. It occasionally rambles on hobbies but you will never detect any elements of pessimism and discrimination in this blog.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Rain, Rain, Go Away
Danger below: A major traffic jam leading to Kiulap roundabout caused by the closing of the underground pass due to flood water still stuck in the tunnel. Picture: BT/Rudolf Portillo (http://www.bt.com.bn/)
We were informed that normal power at our housing area may be back in two days if rain stops.
No power. No internet. No lights. No air con.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
No More Kids Talk
Yesterday 2 of my ex-students visited me, mainly to talk about their work and discuss on their future. When I was their age, I only knew how to grab all opportunities fell upon my head, and never paused for a moment to reflect on whether the job will benefit me in long term, neither did I think about my future, much.
I know I shouldn't refer them as kids anymore. I am glad that I am the first person they think of when they want a solution - glad not because I am crazy and I love to listen to problems. Glad because they have grown up, grown more mature and they talked about very sensible things that I don't hear from friends my age these days. I am thirst for sensible and no-nonsense talks these few years.
I've promised not to disclose the content of our conversations with Mr I and Ms AT yesterday, but one statement - they've truly amazed me with their respective levels of confidence and self-assurance. In the past 4 years, I've heard of friends my age telling me things like: "You think you are so clever. You don't know a thing you said". I didn't bother to defend, because I always believe if I am good, I am good. I don't depend on others' assurances to live. I've heard too many words that hurt my feelings because they said to me when they claimed they were depressed (well, I've never come to know whether they have a minute of no-depression, honestly) and didn't bother to send a word of apology after that. I've also heard of too many stupid questions that I've become immune to them but I make sure I won't become one of them.
Yesterday was a refreshing experience for me, and I believe from now onwards my life will be better because even if most things don't go the way I want, I believe my teaching hasn't gone down the drain. My students have assimilated my every word, and now they have become persons I want them to be. I am happy, and I feel like I can enjoy a good cuppa now to relax, before I advance to my next level of challenge.
Mr I said to me when I had "worried" written across my forehead: "Cher, I'm not going to react to words of incompetent people. I know my vision and missions, and I am going to strive towards them".
Ms AT said to me before she left my office: "I'm always strong. I know this is just a testing period. Thanks for your encouraging words. I know I will pull myself out of this dark period very soon and I will train myself to have an optimal good mix of rationality and intuition from now on".
In the blink of an eye, kids no more kidding ...
Pancakeism Stacks: one big happy
When I Was 6 Or 7
Pancakeism Stacks: one big happy
Saturday, January 17, 2009
A Lot To Say
I love this painting and the Chinese phrases, especially the first 3 phrases (note: Chinese words are read from right to left).
Monday, January 12, 2009
So Cute ...
I love this poster (from Hallmark - Baby Products), it reminds me of Baby K and my two siblings (of course, they are both in their thirties now and still look cute. Haha ...).
Sunday, January 11, 2009
One morning in late December last year when I was ready for work, I overheard this conversation between my father and his so-called-friend (our new neighbour few doors away, who seems to me is very "Bubblegum")!
Anyway, ...
Papa (pointed at my grandparents' wedding portrait): This is my parents' wedding portrait.
Papa's Friend: Oh, you still keep them.
Papa: Yes, of course. I want my children and grandchildren to know who are their ancestors. We are Baba descendants, and do you notice the details of my mother's wedding gown in the other portrait - that's Baba Nyonya culture.
Papa's Friend: Oh, ok. Many children in the other picture. Hey, which one is you?
Papa (a bit annoyed): I told you, this is my parents' wedding portrait. How can I be in it when I wasn't even born!!!
Papa's Friend: Oh yeah, sorry sorry sorry. Btw, you looked handsome in your wedding picture.
Papa: How did you know? My wife has never kept our wedding pictures in the living room.
Papa's Friend (pointed to my grandparents' wedding portrait which my father shown him just a few minutes ago): Isn't this you?
Hahaha ... before my father started to raise his voice, I've decided to eat my breakfast quicker because I didn't (and don't) think I would have any answer for my father's friend who might ask me: Err, which one is you in your grandparents' wedding portrait!
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Pancakeism Stacks: Laugh Matters
Friday, January 09, 2009
Where Do I Stand?
Everyone's relationship path is different. Mine is uniquely ... err ... pitiful (note: I am laughing at myself as I typed these words, so don't worry about me).
I have always wanted to be noticed. I want to be heard. I want to be seen. I want to be recognised. I want to be a part of. I want to belong to. Yet in my relationship paths, I have always been the unnoticeable one and worse, the neglected clown.
"Hi, thought our feelings were mutual. Err ... Congratulations, have I met her before?"
I have blamed on time. I have thought about luck. I was told I haven't shown enough interests. I was told I prioritised my work over any other things. I was told I have never seem to be serious in acknowledging the feelings were mutual.
Don't say it was all good intention and you've never meant to hurt me, because you did.
But, nobody can and nobody will hurt me again because I have quit this silly game that is called love. I've waited too long for miracles. I've always hoped for I would be the lead role and not the supporting role. I thought someday I'll have my own version of happily-ever-after. Well, it was all waiting in vain.
Recently, I stumbled upon a song playing on radio. The name of that Mandarin song is: Onions. I love those chorus (translation reads):
When you talked about you and her, I have learnt to hide my feelings and learnt to laugh with you.
If you were to peel layers by layers of my heart, you would eventually regret those words that you said because you would find that it was you who occupied the deepest layer. However, in contrast I have always been the condiments in your eyes. You've never tried to observe nor do you understand me.
Please revert to the first paragraph. Mine is uniquely err ... pitiful ... BUT interesting. It got me to think about: (a) How do people measure their feelings? and (b) Where is the line dividing mutual feelings from wishful thinking?
P.S.: Don't worry about me. Pancakeism prefers to live in present tense and dreams about future tense ;-)
Pancakeism Stacks: deep thinking, feelings, Pancakeism
Sunday, January 04, 2009
BrightLight's Prayer
Photo taken by Woofhams
Since young, I've never been a spiritual person. I'm not an Atheist either, because I believe in the existence of God. I believe there is only one God in this world, but I'm unsure of Her/His's role yet to date. However, I sense Joy, Security and Peace when I read this prayer in Michelle Casto's 31 December 2008 posting.
Dear God,
Hear my prayer.
Heal me. Teach Me. Guide Me.
Heal my mind of all negative and irrational thoughts.
Heal my eyes so I can see only goodness and higher potential.
Heal my ears so I can hear only positivity and joy.
Heal my heart so I can only feel love and compassion.
Heal my heart so it attracts only like-minded and soul-centered human beings.
Heal my soul of any generational beliefs or programs of separation and anxiety.
Heal this planet, oh Lord, of narcissism, sexism, hatred, jealousy, greed, and unconscious consumption.
Allow me to play a part in the evolution of consciousness.
Teach me what I most need to know and understand about being a being of Light.
Teach me to activate myself and others into inspired action.
Guide me, God/Goddess, to whom I can help and to where I can do the most good.
May my will be aligned with your will.
As the light that I am, I bless the world and claim Success, Happiness, & Righteousness.
So be this now and eternally.
Dear God,
Hear my prayer.
Heal me. Teach Me. Guide Me.
Heal my mind of all negative and irrational thoughts.
Heal my eyes so I can see only goodness and higher potential.
Heal my ears so I can hear only positivity and joy.
Heal my heart so I can only feel love and compassion.
Heal my heart so it attracts only like-minded and soul-centered human beings.
Heal my soul of any generational beliefs or programs of separation and anxiety.
Heal this planet, oh Lord, of narcissism, sexism, hatred, jealousy, greed, and unconscious consumption.
Allow me to play a part in the evolution of consciousness.
Teach me what I most need to know and understand about being a being of Light.
Teach me to activate myself and others into inspired action.
Guide me, God/Goddess, to whom I can help and to where I can do the most good.
May my will be aligned with your will.
As the light that I am, I bless the world and claim Success, Happiness, & Righteousness.
So be this now and eternally.
Pancakeism Stacks: prayer
8 Choices For A Fulfilling Life
Adapted from Michelle Casto's 3 June 2008 posting.
8 Choices For a Fulfilling Life
Michelle Casto
Choice 1 Know and Love Yourself
To thine own self be true --- love all of you.
Choice 2 Listen to and Follow Your Intuition
Trust that your higher self is leading you in the right direction.
Choice 3 Open Your Heart and Love Freely
Let go of the past and be fully present with others.
Choice 4 Write Out Your Life Vision and Purpose Statements
Live and work according to what is most important to you.
Choice 5 Laugh Out Loud and Often
Give a belly laugh and really see the comedy of life.
Choice 6 Find Your Unique Life Balance
Enjoy equal amounts from your life pie everyday (love, labour, leisure, and learning).
Choice 7 Have a Spiritual Practice
Be and do something everyday to reconnect to Source.
Choice 8 Become a Lifelong Learner
Learn to learn and be a student of life always.
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Official Invitation To be Happy
For the past 2 years, I've worked very hard. I worked so hard that I have forgotten to live a life.
So be this.
Why did I say so? I spent the last 10 days reflecting on my life, and today I've finally come to a decision and answers to many, in fact, too many of my questions. I have been tired since March 2008, but I believe my lifestyle and my perspectives on life will change from this moment on. Not only I will step out of my comfort zone, I am going to walk or rather, run, into a new direction in my life.
I read a lot in the past 10 days trying to understand ... many things which I didn't understand. But I do now. I stumbled upon this saying by Michelle Casto:
Human's true intent for seeking Truth is to know Joy ...
After assimilating the meaning of above phrase, I've come to realise not only I have forgotten to live, I've forgotten about Joy, and I've forgotten about Laughters. How can one in the process to seek (1) Knowledge, (2) Wisdom, (3) Insight and (4) Understanding, has forgotten about the essence of Joy and Happiness?
Michelle Casto said: Happiness does not depend on material things; Happiness does not depend on other people's recognition or agreement; Happiness does not depend on what happens, so if you stay, it will be good and if you go, it will be good. Happiness is not to be found anywhere in the external world.
Happiness is a decision. The main obstacle to happiness is faulty thinking. For instance, thinking someone or some thing can make you happy. This kind of happiness (ie. depending on external factors) is an illusion and has no meaning! Thus, stop looking outside for what can only be found inside, and make a decision to be happy.
Adapted (with minor changes in phrases below in order to fit in the flow of today's posting) from Michelle Casto's posting on 26 January 2008:
I, Queen of Pancakeism, decide to be happy right now, despite the weather, the world, or other external factors. I absolutely know it is my God-given birthright to be happy.And as the light of God that I am, I reclaim happiness and happiness reclaims me.
So be this.
Pancakeism Stacks: deep thinking, quote
Different Facets Of Life
More And Less
I may have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) when I was 6 or 7. Can't blame me, being the firstborn in my family and the first grandchild in our family tree, friends and relatives always said I was over-spoilt by my grandmother. I couldn't recall whether it was to get more attention from grown ups or to annoy them further or both (worse!), I liked to pluck feathers from our feather duster that our domestic helper used to sweep dust (as name implies, feather duster). I hated it when these plucked feathers didn't stay in one place, they were flying everywhere and worst when there was breeze aroound. I couldn't recall how many tons (exaggerating perhaps, hahaha ..) of feathers I have chased in the past. The more I chased, the further they flew. Although I didn't give up, I burnt out thinking of ways to run faster and ahead of the lightweight feathers. So, I asked my grandpa.
Pancakeism: Grandpa, how to make feathers stop flying?
Grandpa: What's the purpose of you plucking all feathers when you decide not to let them fly as they want?
Pancakeism: But I hate the feeling that the feather was so close in distance, and yet as I approached it flew effortlessly further and further.
Grandpa: What's the problem with that?
Pancakeism: But I want them to stay as they were.
Grandpa: Will you be happy that way, if they stayed as they were? Most things in this world will not stay constant. The faster and harder you chase after the feather, the faster it will fly when you exert too much pressure around it because its weight is too light.
30+ years later
Pancakeism: Now I know. What should fly, don't trap. What should go, don't keep. The letting go process may be painful, but it's by letting go and re-assessing the opportunity cost that you'll find new solution/s and new direction for your life.
Pancakeism Stacks: random Thoughts
22 days to Lunar New Year celebration.
I know this idea sounds weird, even to myself. Haha. Well, the 3 Rs say: Reduce, Re-use and Recycle. So, I put away Santa Claus and "Ding Dong" balls, and replaced them with little lanterns. Err, a little weird, but Pancakeism has hardly conformed to the norm anyway ;-)
Photo taken using my iPhone.
Saturday, January 03, 2009
Baby K's First Drawing
Pancakeism Stacks: Baby K
Baby K's K1 Birthday Cake
Meeska Mooska Mouskatools
Oh Tootles, Meeska Mooska Mouskatools.
Everybody says "Oh Tootles"
Baby K loves Mickey Mouse, from his birthday cake to his feeding bottles are all with Mickey Mouse theme. His current favourite dance song is Mickey Mouse Clubhouse's Hot Dog song.
Pancakeism Stacks: Baby K
Friday, January 02, 2009
Small Steps
Do not despair, that you cannot change
the world in a day or two.
Instead, just give your very best
in the little things you do.
Then you will find in days to come
when taken all together,
These little steps did change and make
the world a little better.
- Thomas G. Gallagher
Walking On Thin Ice
I was in Beijing last month, and the most amazing experience was seeing this frozen river!
I heard from the hotel reception that some tourists literally "walked on thin ice" ie. they climbed down an embankment and walked out to the frozen river - to take photos!!! That's really err ... a creatively-thick idea, sorry for the pun haha!
Thursday, January 01, 2009
Bravo Pancakeism!
How Nancy Will Look Like When She Put On Women Power Hat
Pancakeism Stacks: nancy
"Be the change you want to see in the world"
- Mahatma Ghandi
Happy New Year 2009
Wishing all of you a Happy New Year that is full of Joy, Love, Peace, Warmth, Security, Health and Laughters.
Pancakeism Stacks: nancy
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Kuantan Eating Out: Warung Paksu & Maksu, Tanjung Lumpur
Warung is a Malay word which referred to a small family-owned business especially coffee shop or food stall. My last visit to Kuantan brought me to Warung Maksu & Paksu at Tanjung Lumpur, Kuantan. This place is open from lunch time to evening and very popular among local and visitors to Kuantan.
How to get here? This restaurant is located about 6KM from Kuantan town or 15 minutes by car. If you had been to the Ana Ikan Bakar Petai, this Warung Paksu is just 1KM from there. The landmark for this place is the Peramu Police Station which is located next to the Warung.
What so special here? Everything! Yes, I really mean it. The main highlight here is the Nasi Dagang (literally Trading Rice) and Nasi Minyak. Besides, you can order other dishes such as fried yellow noodle and mixed rice. As i arrived too early, i just ordered Nasi Minyak and Fried Yellow noodle besides other local dish such as "kuih", a version of Asian snack which is very popular especially in Malaysia and Indonesia.
I am a Johorean and we have our very own version of Nasi Minyak. Whatever it is, I would say that this East Coast version of Nasi Minyak is not as greasy as the Johor version and quiet tasty. You can enjoy it with Ayam Masak Merah (Chicken with Sambal and Tomato sauce) or Gulai Daging (Beef with Coconut Milk & Curry Paste).
Talk about the Kuih, there are nearly 10 different type of Kuih are ready for you to enjoy. Unfortunately I can't name those Kuih, but its really worth it for you choose each one of those to taste it. Basically, the Kuih will cost you RM1.00 for 4 pieces and you can mix and match up to what you like to have.
As I said earlier, this Warung is like a local food paradise because you can have everything here. Pisang Goreng (Banana fritter), Keropok Lekor (Fish Sausage or Fish Fritter), Prawn Tempura, and other fried snack also available here.
What else? Sata is a local specialty is a must try snack in this Warung. It is a combination of fish, shaved coconut, chili and flour which covered with banana leave before grilled on fire for about 15 minutes. This is one of my favorite whenever visiting East Coast states, particularly in Pahang & Terengganu. The Sata here will cost you RM2 for 5 pieces, reasonable and delicious.
If my stomach have an extra capacity for food, I will definitely order for more food especially the Nasi Dagang. According to my new friend, Chee Ann who came back to Kuantan for 2013 General Election said that, she didn't find any places in KL with Nasi Dagang as authentic as the one at Warung Paksu & Maksu.
How much did we spent here?
Nasi Minyak: RM3.50 (one serving for sharing)
Fried Noodle: RM2.00 (one serving for sharing)
Keropok Lekor: RM5.00 (5 pieces)
Kuih: RM2.00 (8 pieces)
Sata: RM2.00 (5 pieces)
Ice Tea: RM2.00 (2 person)
Total: RM17.50 (for 3 person)
Last but not least, Thanks to Edmund, our Kuantan friend for being a wonderful guide during our trip in Kuantan and my travel mate, Christopher for the photos.
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Tools of the Trade
CruzTools - Jack and Pot Wrench: I learned about this little guy in bassplayer magazine. CruzTools put together a little 4" tool with a recessed 1/2", 7/16", and 12mm wrench made to handle the most common sizes of jacks and pots on instruments, amps, and pedals. It fits in my pedalboard case and it's come in handy more than a few times already. Between this and a good ol' Leatherman in my case - I'm good to go to change out strings, cables, jacks, pots, and just about anything else that can and will go wrong.


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Whether you intend to replace your old car or you are buying one for the first time, the following are tips to get the vehicle you can afford and you will drive happily.
Specify your Budget
While you may desire to own a particular classic car in Chicago you can buy from reputable dealers such as Chicago Car Club, you cannot take it home unless you can pay for it. You should determine how much money you should spend on a new vehicle.
Besides, you need to decide how you will finance the purchase, how much cash you need (especially if you choose to pay cash), or if you will only lease the car.
Narrow your Options to a Few Cars
You can begin by researching the cars that caught your attention and find out if their costs fit your budget. Consider visiting independent automotive websites to check and compare the different features of each car and note the manufacturers' prices marked prices.
Take your Time When you Test-Drive the Car
Once you have decided the car you want to buy, contact the dealership you intend to visit and make the necessary appointments for the test drive. Take your time with the driving test and make sure that you thoroughly inspect your future car.
Do not be afraid of requesting more drive test time to make sure that you love the driving experience.
Use Wise Negotiation Strategies
Once convinced that you have the car you want, start discussing the vehicle's price. Note that discounts will lower the cost of the new car. It is advisable to negotiate the price of the new car and the trade-in value of your old vehicle separately.
Learning the above four tips can help you succeed in buying your desired new car easily.


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Plants | Lesson 4 - Explaining How Plants Make Food, Move, and Function
Lesson 4: Explaining How Plants Make Food, Move, and Function
Students use molecular models to learn how matter and energy are transformed in plants during photosynthesis and cellular respiration. The focus of this lesson is on developing explanations for how plants make food, move, and function in the light and in the dark.
Guiding Question
What happens to atoms, carbon, and energy during photosynthesis and cellular respiration?
Activities in this Lesson
Note: There are multiple pathways to choose from in Lessons 4-5. Please see the Plants Unit Read Me document, the Student Challenges and Teacher Choices in the Plants Unit document, and/or the Background Information section below for clarification in making this instructional decision.
- Activity 4.1: Molecular Models for Potatoes Moving and Functioning: Cellular Respiration (30 min)
- Note: The steps that have students construct molecular models in this activity are optional if students did molecular modeling for cellular respiration in another unit and performed well on the pretest for items related to cellular respiration.
- Activity 4.2: Explaining How Plants Move and Function: Cellular Respiration (40 min)
- Activity 4.3: Molecular Models for Potatoes Making Food: Photosynthesis (60 min)
- Activity 4.4: Explaining How Plants Make Food: Photosynthesis (40 min)
- Describe plant systems and processes in a hierarchy of scales, including atomic-molecular, macroscopic, and large scale.
- Draw and explain movements of materials in a growing plant, including: carbon dioxide, oxygen, water, and minerals entering and exiting a plant
- Describe molecules of key materials in plant processes, including atmospheric gases, soil minerals, water, and organic materials.
- Explain how atoms are rearranged into new molecules in photosynthesis and cellular respiration in plants.
- Identify forms of energy at different stages of plant growth and life processes.
- Explain transformation and conservation of energy during photosynthesis and cellular respiration in plants.
NGSS Performance Expectations
Middle School
- MS. Structure and Properties of Matter. MS-PS1-1. Develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures.
- MS. Chemical Reactions. MS-PS1-2. Analyze and interpret data on the properties of substances before and after the substances interact to determine if a chemical reaction has occurred.
- MS. Chemical Reactions. MS-PS1-5. Develop and use a model to describe how the total number of atoms does not change in a chemical reaction and thus mass is conserved.
- MS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. MS-LS1-6. Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for the role of photosynthesis in the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and non-living parts of an ecosystem.
- MS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. MS-LS1-7. Develop a model to describe how food is rearranged through chemical reactions forming new molecules that support growth and/or release energy as this matter moves through an organism.
- MS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. MS-LS2-3. Develop a model to describe the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and non-living parts of an ecosystem.
High School
- HS. Chemical Reactions. HS-PS1-4. Develop a model to illustrate that the release or absorption of energy from a chemical reaction system depends upon the changes in the total bond energy.
- HS. Chemical Reactions. HS-PS1-7. Use mathematical representations to support the claim that atoms, and therefore mass, are conserved during a chemical reaction.
- HS. Energy. HS-PS3-1. Create a computational model to calculate change in the energy of one component in a system when the change in energy of the other component(s) and energy flows in and out of the system are known.
- HS. Structure and Function. HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms.
- HS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. HS-LS1-5. Use a model to illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy.
- HS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. HS-LS1-7. Use a model to illustrate that cellular respiration is a chemical process whereby the bonds of food molecules and oxygen molecules are broken and the bonds in new compounds are formed resulting in a net transfer of energy.
- HS. Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. HS-LS2-5. Develop a model to illustrate the role of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in the cycling of carbon among the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.
Background Information
This lesson helps middle school and high school students understand why plants "breathe" (i.e., exchange gases with the air) differently in the light and in the dark and how the mass of plants can come mostly from the air. As they model photosynthesis, they learn how to explain plant gas exchange and growth in a way that follows the key rules about matter and energy—atoms last forever and energy lasts forever (in chemical changes). As they model cellular respiration, they learn how to explain this carbon-transforming process that makes food energy available to plant cells.
We will consistently focus on the idea that understanding carbon-transforming processes involves answering the Three Questions:
The Matter Movement Question: Where are molecules moving? (How
do molecules move to the location of the chemical change? How do
molecules move away from the location of chemical change?)
- The Matter Change Question: How are atoms in molecules being rearranged into different molecules? (What molecules are carbon atoms in before and after the chemical change? What other molecules are involved?)
- The Energy Change Question: What is happening to energy? (What forms of energy are involved? What energy transformations take place during the chemical change?)
Matter (Matter Movement and Matter Change). We find that even students who have learned how to balance chemical equations do not appreciate the meaning of the procedure:
- Conservation of atoms (the Matter Change Question): The numbers of atoms on the left and right side of a chemical equation have to be the same because they are THE SAME ATOMS! A chemical equation just shows how they are being rearranged into new molecules.
- Conservation of mass (the Matter Movement Question): ALL the mass of any material is in its atoms (and none of the mass is in the bonds, which are just attractive forces between atoms). So the mass of the products is always the same as the mass of the reactants.
Energy (the Energy Change Question). Chemists, physicists, and biologists have many different conventions for describing and measuring chemical energy. We have a deeper explanation of the conventions used in Carbon TIME units and how they relate to conventions used in different scientific fields on the BSCS website in a document called " Carbon TIME Content Simplifications." Here are some key points:
- All bond energies are negative relative to individual atoms. So during a chemical reaction it always takes energy (the activation energy) to break bonds, then energy is released when new bonds are formed.
- Whether a chemical reaction releases energy depends on the total energy of the reactants, compared with the total energy of the products. So energy is released when the total bond energy of the products is lower (i.e., more negative relative to individual atoms) than the energy of the reactants.
- In systems like our atmosphere, where excess oxygen is always present, the most abundant sources of chemical energy are substances that release energy when they are oxidized (e.g., substances with C-C and C-H bonds).
The four activities in this lesson represent the Explanations Phase of the Plants unit. This involves modeling and coaching with the goal of helping students develop atomic-molecular scale accounts of photosynthesis and cellular respiration that were the drivers of the macroscopic changes in CO2 concentration that they observed in their Plants in the Light and Dark investigation in the previous lesson.
Activity 4.1 is the first part of the Explanations Phase of the instructional model (going down the triangle) for cellular respiration. Students construct molecular models of the chemical change that took place during the investigation to help them develop an atomic-molecular explanation for how plants get energy to move. Plants use the energy released from cellular respiration to grow and function (for biosynthetic processes and other cellular functions) as well as to move. Plants engage in cellular respiration in both the light and the dark. If your students did cellular respiration molecular modeling as part of the Animals or Decomposers Units, and did well on questions about cellular respiration on the pretest, you may want to skip the cellular respiration modeling steps in this Activity.
Activity 4.3, is the first part of the Explanations Phase of the instructional model (going down the triangle) for photosynthesis. Students construct molecular models of the chemical change that explains how the plants give off oxygen in the light.
Activity 4.4, is the second part of the Explanations Phase of the instructional model (going down the triangle) for photosynthesis. Students use the Explanations Tool to construct final explanations of how plants make their own food. Ideally, at this phase their explanations will combine evidence from the macroscopic-scale observations during the investigation with their new knowledge of chemical change at the atomic-molecular scale. The questions in this Activity should also help students notice two important relationships:
There are multiple pathways from which to choose when teaching the carbon-transforming processes in Lessons 4 and 5. You may choose to go in the order presented here. You may choose to follow an order that makes more sense instructionally to you. Or you may choose to go in an order based on the types of questions your students are asking. Please see the Plants Unit Read Me document or the Student Challenges and Teacher Choices in the Plants Unit document for clarification in making this instructional decision. Remember that if you choose a different order than what is presented here, you will need to be aware of what you have and have not yet taught your students, and you may want to make small adjustments to the activities accordingly.
A note on the chemical change formulas for photosynthesis and cellular respiration. Activities 4.1 and 4.3 simplify the full story of what happens to matter during the multi-step processes of cellular respiration and photosynthesis. For a more detailed account, see http://dqc.crcstl.msu.edu/node/2027..
In Activity 4.1, we use a standard but simplified formula for the overall chemical change occurring in cellular respiration:
This incorrectly suggests that some of the oxygen atoms in O2 end up in CO2, which does not happen directly during the multi-step process of cellular respiration. A more accurate formula to represent the multi-step process would be as follows:
Thus all of the oxygen atoms in O2 (bolded in the equation above) come from H2O, while the oxygen atoms in CO2 all go to glucose or water.
In Activity 4.3, we use a standard but simplified formula for the overall chemical change occurring in photosynthesis:
This incorrectly suggests that some of the oxygen atoms in CO2 end up in O2, which does not happen directly during the multi-step process of photosynthesis. A more accurate formula to represent the multi-step process would be as follows:
Thus all of the oxygen atoms in O2 (bolded in the equation above) come from H2O, while the oxygen atoms in CO2 all go to glucose or water. Although we ask students to identify C-C and C-H bonds as high in energy, it is important to recognize that releasing most of that energy requires a reaction with oxygen. It is more accurate to say that the chemical system of glucose and oxygen has more potential energy than the chemical system of carbon dioxide and water.
In practice, biochemists often do not try to trace individual H and O atoms through biochemical processes, since the processes always take place in environments where water provides H and O atoms.
Our research has consistently shown that these ideas are extremely difficult for students who have not formally studied chemistry. We therefore use the convention of twist ties to identify bonds that release energy when they are oxidized (C-C and C-H bonds). The products of cellular respiration have only lower-energy C=O and H-O bonds, so the energy released by the oxidation reaction is available for cell movement and function. Every living organism, from the smallest bacteria to the largest tree in the forest, needs to acquire a source of chemical energy, which is found in the C-C and C-H bonds in organic matter. Once organic matter is oxidized, the chemical energy found in the high-energy bonds is made available for cell functions such as movement, chemical work, and transport of materials. Ultimately all of this energy leaves the plant as heat.
A note on cellular respiration. Students usually do not think about plants doing cellular respiration. They learn that plants do photosynthesis, and often cellular respiration is overlooked. Students may not even wonder how seeds actually sprout when they have no leaves, no chlorophyll, and no way to photosynthesize. Fully grown plants also undergo cellular respiration on a continuous basis. It is easier to detect this process in plants during the night, as well as in winter months, when plants are not also photosynthesizing. During cellular respiration, plants take organic materials and oxidize them, which releases energy and gives off inorganic carbon dioxide and water as wastes. Many students also incorrectly see cellular respiration as the way plants convert food or stored biomass (fat, starch) into energy for movement, cell functions, and growth. Students need to develop an explanation of cellular respiration that conserved both matter and energy, and makes the connection between atomic-molecular transformations and macroscopic observations.
In Carbon TIME Units we explain that the chemical energy released during cellular respiration is used for cell functions and ultimately converted to heat. In more advanced classes, you may choose to include another intermediate step in this story: the energy released by oxidation of glucose is used to convert ADP (adenosine diphoate) and phosphate into ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is the immediate source of energy for cell functioning. Some of your students may believe that ATP is a form of energy and not a form of matter or that the matter in glucose is converted to ATP, so pay particular attention to how students describe ATP when learning about cellular respiration. ATP is matter with chemical energy stored in its bonds.
Key Carbon-Transforming Processes: Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration
Lesson Map:
See the Plants Unit Read Me document for more details.
Unit Map
Talk and Writing
At this stage in the unit, the students will be developing Explanations. The table below shows specific talk and writing goals for this phase of the unit.
Talk and Writing Goals for the Explanations Phase
Teacher Talk Strategies That Support This Goal
Curriculum Components That Support This Goal
Examine student ideas and correct them when there are problems. It's ok to give the answers away during this phase! Help students practice using precise language to describe matter and energy.
Let's think about what you just said: air molecules. What are air molecules?
Are you talking about matter or energy?
Remember: atoms can't be created. So that matter must have come from somewhere. Where did it come from?
Let's look at the molecule poster again… is carbon an atom or a molecule?
Molecule Poster
Three Questions Poster
Focus on making sure that explanations include multiple scales.
The investigation gave us evidence for what was happening to matter and energy at a macroscopic sale. But what is happening at an atomic-molecular scale?
What is happening to molecules and atoms?
How does energy interact with atoms and molecules during chemical change?
Why doesn't the macroscopic investigation tell us the whole story?
Let's revisit our scale poster… what is happening to matter at the molecular scale?
Molecular Models
Molecular Modeling Worksheets
Explanations Tool
PPT Animation of chemical change
Powers of Ten Poster
Encourage students to recall the investigation.
When did this chemical change happen during our investigation?
How do we know that? What is our evidence?
What were the macroscopic indicators that this chemical change took place?
Evidence-Based Arguments Tool
Investigation Video
Elicit a range of student explanations. Press for details. Encourage students to examine, compare, and contrast their explanations with others'.
Who can add to that explanation?
What do you mean by _____? Say more.
So I think you said _____. Is that right?
Who has a different explanation?
How are those explanations similar/different?
Who can rephrase ________'s explanation?
Explanations Tool


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Andrés du Bouchet is a 20-Sided Guy
Label: aspecialthing Records
Chad White, 10 sided, Want to play some DD?
I'm going to start off by saying that this review is biased. Incredibly so. I love absurdist comedy. Tim & Eric; Aqua Teen Hunger Force; John Hodgman; Portlandia; you name it, I like it. Imagine my surprise when I find out that a very entertaining, strange comedian writes for Conan O' Brien on TBS's Conan. Andrés du Bouchet has been with the carrot-haired man for years and his album, 20-Sided Guy, is out now.
Bouchet comfortably stands onstage before the audience and seemingly spouts out these ridiculously oddly intricate ideas about mutants of the post-apocalypse or Godzilla facing off against a "Tectonic Vibrometer." 20-Sided Guy is riddled with risible ideas like this. They sound like they're more accustom to a writer's room for an Adult Swim special but, no. Each one of the 16 tracks on the CD each stand on their own as radical comedic ideas. They vary from widely sexual to outstandingly out of this world to sensationally funny. One of my favorite bits follows the thought process of a cat that holds a trial with household items – a fern's shadow, a vase, and a figurine and his own shadow - to find his balls.
Don't worry though; Bouchet does revert back to his "normal" state. He goes from monologues to stand up in a split second. These moments are used more so to introduce the stories he tells like in a bit where he tells the story about his crazy ex-roommate who was an actress. Try not to get used to the regular stand up moments though. Bouchet shines as he gets us into his head. Attention must be paid to almost every word that he says. The second to last track is a set of poems whose punchlines can be easily missed if a phrase or two are unheard.
Absurdity is a tough thing to do in comedy. There have been a multitude of people that have tried to dip their hands into that arena. Many of them have failed. Bouchet is one of the comedians who can ultimately stand firm. His farcical jokes are grounded with enough backstory and development that they are credible enough as stories on their own. 20-Sided Guy is not for the faint of heart but it does push the lengths of what comedy can be.
Rating: A, 39/50 sides, 1 Guy


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Meet the Team
Alex and Debbie make a great team, working with the MCA Board and membership to improve the industry and member businesses. Join the team. It's good for you and good for the industry.
Alex Hall Executive Vice President
Alex comes to the MCA with more than 25 years of event planning, business ownership and customer service experience. "My vision for the NorCal MCA is to continue to be the voice for our contractors in an ongoing effort to both be politically strong for our industry and to provide our members with the educational tools they need for success." Alex feels that keeping members updated and informed is the key to addressing industry issues before they become industry problems.
Mike Stirling Director of Member Relations
We would like to introduce Northern California MCA's newest team member, Mike Stirling. He is the Director of Member Relations. Mike is a graduate of Cal Poly in beautiful San Luis Obisbo California. He has an extensive background in customer service, event planning, and business ownership. He currently lives in Vacaville, CA with his dog Frankie.
Debbie Runkey Office Manager
The longest-running employee of the team, Debbie knows labor relations, education and member relations — all of the areas that matter most to MCA members. "I want to see our association continue to add to what we offer in education. The more they know about new technology, safety and industry legislation, the better they can run their businesses." Debbie has been helping members and organizing networking events since 2006. She can answer most questions members have about the association.


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So there we are, reading quietly together on the couch, when we hear some strange noises coming from the bathroom and realize that Norman has disappeared. Upon further investigation, this is what I found. Disclaimer: Norman hates baths.
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I'm not a stalker, I swear. It's just that strangers can make such good art.
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Christine's wedding day. So gorgeous.
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It was tough to choose a photo today, but this lady right here is the reason I had so many dreamy ones to choose from, so it seems only natural that I choose one of her. She gifted me a lens I've had my eye on for years now, and holy cow, obsession. Love this woman, for so many reasons that have nothing to do with gifts (though you won't hear me complain about the gifts).
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Rehearsal for my dear Tinie Stinie!
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I'm no child psychologist, but this seems significant somehow.
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This is what greets me when I get home from work. We could all take a lesson from our fur friends: to love with reckless abandon, and freely show that love to its recipient.
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"It's hot, guys. I'm so hot."
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Gym dog. Also, I really want to push that plate all the way onto the bar. #OCD
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One of my favorite summer flowers. This was actually taken in Seattle's most ghetto neighborhood, right next to a power plant. Just goes to show, beauty is all around us, and it won't be silenced.
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Fuji play. Such a fun camera, but seriously Fuji? You had to go and make an entirely new type of raw file that Lightroom has trouble recognizing? Pretentious.
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New toy for my love. Not gonna lie, after playing around with it for a bit, I'm kinda jealous.
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The whole rest of the couch is not good enough. He must be smooshed in behind Dad. Also, I've been at this for 200 days! Woohoo!
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Shadow play.
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Checking on the house plants together. So far they have survived Norman. And myself.
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Such a good Sunday morning with my boys. Breakfast at Sea Wolf, stroll around Gasworks, and coffee at Milstead.
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Our house gets such cool light effects in the evenings. Rainbows on art today.
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Babies and boats. Thank God I didn't drop the camera on him to get this shot.
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Sunset up at Rainier, an excursion I took with my momma. She is the best photography assistant on road trips. She'll flip U-ies, pull over suddenly, and throw on her flashers when necessary so I can get the shot, though this one only required a sudden pull-over.
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Waiting with great anticipation at the vet. He loves the vet because peanut butter.
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Missed focus. Don't care. Love the snuggle.
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Anyone ever notice how gorgeous strawberries are on the inside? #freelensed
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Something about this just gets me.
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So thankful that some kind soul at my workplace found the time to label these. I'd be lost if they hadn't.
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Order and fly catching.
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Only shot one frame today, and this is it.
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It's the 4th of July, but this makes me think more of Harry Potter than Independence Day. Expecto patronum!
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The pup and his pup.
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Am I the only one bothered by the blue stripe on the diaper? No? Must be a nurse thing. ***Fights compulsion to weigh and take credit for UO.***
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Diet-conscious consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are calling for clearer labelling on food and related products to help them choose healthy items, according to new research.
More than 60 percent of UAE shoppers and 56 percent of Saudi shoppers rely on labels on packaging to make product choices, but nearly half find the health-related information confusing, said researchers at Datamonitor.
The report, Profiting from Consumer Mega-Trends in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, polled 2,000 shoppers in the two countries to gauge how rising health awareness was affecting their consumer choices.
The results showed the rise of a new breed of diet-conscious consumers, with 79 percent of respondents placing more importance on their health today than they did two years ago.
While 38 percent of UAE consumers and 35 percent of Saudi consumers admit to dieting on a regular basis, another 62 and 55 percent reported actively seeking out products with "added health benefits", rather than just steering clear of junk food.
In Saudi, 75 percent of shoppers will avoid certain products because of allergy or intolerance fears, with 68 percent of UAE consumers equally wary.
The rise in obesity and diabetes incidence in the Gulf has brought an increasing focus on diet. An estimated 13 percent of the UAE population, and 13.5 percent of the Saudi population is affected by diabetes, according to the International Diabetes Federation. Globally, the UAE and Saudi Arabia rank among the top five countries for diabetes prevalence.
The International Obesity Task Force (IOTF), a London think-tank, now finds 59.8 percent of women obese or overweight in the UAE and 75.8 percent in Saudi Arabia.
A push for improved diet awareness could drive business opportunities for firms in the health and wellness market, said Datamonitor analyst Richard Adams.
"[Products] which cater to differing degrees of health consciousness will define the regional consumer market in the years ahead," he said. "Manufacturers need to respond with clearer labels which can be digested at a glance."
Clever product labelling, which advertises what a product lacks, could also help firms establish a price premium for products and cement brand loyalty, the team noted, while simple measures such as specifying the product's country of origin can help win over shoppers.
In the wake of the global financial crisis, more than half of UAE and Saudi respondents report feeling more stressed now than they did six months ago.
However, many are also actively seeking stress-relieving solutions in a bid to balance their lifestyle, the report said.For all the latest retail news from the UAE and Gulf countries, follow us on Twitter and Linkedin, like us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube page, which is updated daily.
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Transfer your Law Society of Northern Ireland insolvency licence to ICAS
ICAS is a Recognised Professional Body (RPB) under the Insolvency (Northern Ireland) Order 1989 and Insolvency Act 1986 with specialist expertise in insolvency regulation and practice.
We are renowned for rigorous but fair regulation, thought leadership, excellence in education, and a powerful sense of professional community amongst our members.
If you already hold an insolvency licence with the Law Society of Northern Ireland (LSNI) you will require to obtain a licence from a RPB before 6 January 2018. Register now to transfer your licence to ICAS.
Why choose ICAS?
As an Affiliate member of ICAS we offer you access to:
- A UK-wide insolvency community with local networking opportunities and LinkedIn member groups
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ICAS also works on behalf of its members and in the public interest by seeking to influence new legislation and best practice by being involved in their development and by lobbying the Government and devolved administrations.
How do I become an ICAS IP?
- Register your details and we will send you an application form;
- Complete and return your application form (there are no fees payable for 2017 insolvency licences being transferred from the LSNI);
- Your application will be considered by the Authorisations Committee. We will liaise with the Insolvency Service to obtain any further relevant information and write to your referees. We will do everything we can to facilitate a smooth transition from the LSNI to ICAS.
Insolvency licence transfer process
Insolvency licences are granted for each calendar year. For LSNI licenced IPs transferring to ICAS as a result of the LSNI ceasing IP licencing, ICAS shall not charge any fees for issuing a licence for the remainder of 2017. We shall also waive our normal admission fee for Affiliate members in recognition that the transfer is not one of a voluntary nature.
In order to transfer an insolvency licence from LSNI to ICAS we require an application form to be completed. We will then liaise with the LSNI for further relevant information to be provided. ICAS is in a position to deal with any applications received in a timely manner and endeavour to facilitate a smooth transition from LSNI authorisation.
On an ongoing basis, licence applications are completed online via icas.com each October with the majority of the required information pre-populated.
Applications may be made for an appointment taking licence from ICAS either of a full or partial authorization basis. You will require to ensure that your enabling bond is assigned to ICAS.
Your obligations
As a licensed insolvency practitioner with ICAS, you will become an Affiliate member and will be required to comply with the ICAS Rules and Regulations. An important obligation is the requirement to notify us of any changes in respect of the information provided by you. The other main obligations which will affect you are:
CPD requirements
Under the ICAS CPD scheme, you are not required to accumulate a set number of hours or points. However, you must demonstrate that you have given consideration to the requirements of your role and the nature of the services you provide. Further information can be found at icas.com/regulation. Your CPD will be considering during the insolvency inspection process.
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You must have suitable Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) in place. Further information on PII requirements is available.
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If you wish to discuss further your transfer to becoming an ICAS IP then please contact David Menzies, Director of Insolvency (firstname.lastname@example.com or 0131 347 0242) or Caroline Morris, Insolvency Manager (email@example.com or 0131 347 0288)


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The Cloisters, New York City
|"A photograph can be an instant of life captured for eternity that will never cease looking back at you." Brigitte Bardot
Lets be honest right away. I have been avoiding going to this place because for some reason the name didn't sound very appealing to me and I could not imagine how New York City could be the home of something medieval that is genuine. After honesty comes truth. I was wrong, very wrong.
The walk towards The Cloisters was immediately haunting. It was extremely quiet and I got in character very fast. At one point I could hear myself breathing and as most of you know that rarely happens in New York City.
By the time I arrived at The Cloisters I totally forgot that I was in New York City and when I remembered I found it difficult to believe it. This place is magnificent. I would go there again without hesitation. The rooms are beautiful and as I said very genuine, so genuine that if you concentrate hard enough you can imagine monks walking around in their loose brown robes chanting Gregorian.
This particular window caught my eye right away. The way the light was hitting it was beautiful and the sun was so bright that if you looked outside you would see nothing except that burst of light you are seeing in the picture. That same light hitting in the chandelier in the middle of the room reflected a nice light on the walls and revealed their texture and colors.
This photograph was captured on my iPhone using the Hipstamatic app. Some minor editing was done in PS CS4. Settings for Hipstamatic were BlacKeys B&W/Libatique 73 Lens.


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Yarning Straight Out (YSO) is an online digital screening and information sharing tool used to educate 15-25 years old Victorian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander youth, on relevant and important facts surrounding drug and alcohol intake.
Sometimes it can be very confronting for a young person to get information on a topic that is potentially taboo. YSO aims to be a peak information and 'go-to' service for our Victorian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander youth.
YSO was created to be easy to understand and interactive.
This tool is NOT a treatment tool, it is an early intervention tool with a secondary audience of Alcohol and Other Drugs workers, health professionals, teachers and Communities.
If you would like further information on the YSO project contact the VACCHO Yarning Straight Out Project Officer.
If you would like information on alcohol and other drugs, go to the YSO website.
We're looking to sponsor Victorian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander senior and junior netball and football teams up to $5,000 to help promote awareness of Yarning Straight Out, at the 2018 Victorian football and netball carnivals.
Teams and clubs are invited to put forward an Expression of Interest to promote YSO, in return for funding to help cover their carnival costs.
You can download the EOI form here to help get your team to the carnival.
Yarning Straight Out is a Koolin Balit funded project.


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Mules & Men Thinking Sideways Self Release
An exciting debut album from a new Irish band who are turning the bluegrass genre on its head.
Firmly rooted in bluegrass, Mules & Men are doing to the genre what The Pogues did to folk music - and they call it Acid Celtgrass!
Luke Coffey, who wrote the majority of the songs, shows that he has a good ear for constructing a melody as well as being one of the best young banjo players in the country at the moment.
Wonder/Wander is a gentle paced ballad of yearning for a lost love where Luke's vocals are superbly complemented by Lily Sheehan's harmonies, all beautifully enveloped in Luke's inventive banjo lines - definitely the strongest song on the album.
Mark Corry shows that he is not just a pretty mullet wearing bass player by contributing three original songs, all of which tend towards the manic, but are very funny too. Procrastination Blues aptly kicks off the collection at a searing pace as it describes an alcohol fuelled encounter with the devil. Donegal recounts a hilarious trip to that county that didn't end well (I hear that Ardara may have been the end destination). 'Pope John Paul upon the wall' and 'a red haired girl with a bad tattoo' should give you an idea of the session that ensued.
Accomplished guitar player Lily Sheehan gets to shine on her own song Meet Me, a gentle love song which showcases her delicate vocals and is complemented superbly by guest violin player Camille Champarnaud.
Ballybough Breakdown is a banjo-driven mid paced instrumental where Luke gets to show that he can bend those strings with the best of them.
John Denby on mandolin is the band's secret weapon - he lurks in the background playing solid rhythm and then every so often he gets an opportunity to unleash some killer licks. He's credited in the sleeve notes with 'vocals' also, but rumour has it that no one has actually ever heard him sing ...
Luke also contributes several good mid-paced songs written in a traditional country style.
The album's attractive artwork hints at the band's punk sensibility - it's a curious mash up of medieval meets 21st century, for which Mark Corry is responsible.
I can't wait to see this band develop and build on their undoubted talents. Hopefully next time they will use a producer (this recording is self-produced) who will help them iron out a few issues like vocal projection. We'll be hearing more from Mules & Men.
Caroline Wickberg I'm Not Mad Self Release
Swedish sound engineer Caroline Wickberg comes out from behind the mixing console to deliver an accomplished EP of lush folk pop compositions.
The themes are the age-old ones of relationships - either heartbreak or desire - but the songs are as much about creating a soundscape to convey those emotions as they are about the lyrics.
December opens the collection with hypnotic percussion, then heavy bass drum is added in, then a catchy guitar riff - all serving as an ever building backdrop allowing Caroline's sweet and ethereal vocals to send a sensual message to an illicit love.
On the title track I'm Not Mad, a tale of the insomnia and catatonia of despair following a break up, layers of echoing vocals are used over the mainly acoustic strings, while Caroline reassures us that she's ok.
Wedding Crasher is another great slow burner, building from acoustic guitar, adding violins, then cello and the ever prominent upright bass to evoke the darkness of a potentially dangerous brooding relationship.
Not surprisingly Caroline has successfully co-produced and also played guitars and synths. Special mention must go to drummer Max Sjoberg.
The several references to summer & winter and light & dark lead me to wonder if Swedes are as obsessed with the weather as we Irish are?!
Anyway, the five songs on here add up to a healthy 22 minutes and are we.
Dave Richardson Carry Me Along Branch & Thorn
A charming folk album that will definitely be in my end of year 'best of' list.
Dave Richardson opens his third album with a tribute to a dead giant squid. Seriously. Bear with me here. On first listen I assumed Squid was a tongue-in-cheek song, but subsequent listens convinced me that I was wrong. The song was inspired by seeing this rare specimen in the Smithsonian and Dave responded by writing what is actually a touching ballad speculating on the life of this unfortunate mollusc. The gorgeous Waiting For The Sunlight describes the simple pleasure of getting up early and tiptoeing out to see/feel/enjoy the dawn - it would almost convince this inveterate night owl to get up very early (just once!). Liv Baxter lends her beautiful vocals to this and several other songs here. More simple pleasures are celebrated in Front Porch Time - a beautiful evocation of retreating from the stresses of a busy day to relax with loved ones at the dimming of the day.
Most of the album is recorded with acoustic instruments- Dave on acoustic guitar, Ariel Bernstein on 'barely there' percussion, and Mali Obomsawin on upright bass and vocals.
Fellow New Englander Jefferson Hamer (Anais Mitchell, The Murphy Beds), who is quite familiar in this part of the world, guests as a backing vocalist on several tracks and also plays electric guitar on another original song Goodbye Baltimore, which is the rockiest track on the album. Traveling So Far movingly recounts the story, from a daughter's perspective, of a road trip to her estranged father's funeral and all the feelings that this drags up - Emily Mure's backing vocals are perfect here. Another stand out track is Rise And Play (The Fox) - another simple arrangement of acoustic guitar, bass, glockenspiel and other subtle percussion allows Dave's strong voice to convey the fox's night time antics delightfully. There are also covers of three traditional ballads from the Child Ballad collection, including a version of Polly's Ghost (aka Pretty Polly).
Co-produced with Dan Cardinal (Josh Ritter, Darlingside) Dave Richardson has indeed created a must-have album.
Mike O'Donovan No Time Like The Present Self Release
Limerick man Mike O'Donovan waited 65 years to get lots of living under his belt before he got around to recording his first collection of excellent original songs. Calling in many of his local musician friends, some well known on the national scene, he turned to his friend Dave Keary to help him produce this accomplished collection.
Various musical styles are used in the recording, reflecting Mike's many influences over the years.
It Was On A Night Like This uses accordion and trumpet to evoke a mariachi feel in this nostalgic love song, while See You Once Again recalls the roots rock of The Band.
Keyboard genius James Delaney lends his magic touch to the latter and several other tracks. There's a long tradition of brass bands in Limerick, and this is continued here with lots of brass contributions from saxophonist Michael Buckley and others. Trombone player Alistair White adds to the jazz inflections of The Dancer, and Gemma Sugrue's backing vocals lend this and many other songs a relaxed laid back vibe.
Refreshingly, Mike hasn't fallen into the (unintended) trap of singing in a fake American drawl - the vocals are pure Limericana!
The Billy Shinbone Show Self Titled Tiny Dog
Former member of Flipron, Jesse Budd releases a smasher of a debut solo album as his alter ego The Billy Shinbone Show.
In a scintillating smorgasbord of styles it's impossible to categorise exactly what this recording sounds like, but Billy successfully melds influences from skiffle, rockabilly, punk, country, blues, rock and psychedelic pop. He plays practically all of the instruments here, sings all the songs and co-produced with James Wilkes and Charlotte Worthy-Jarvis in his native Somerset.
If You Think You'll Get Away With It, You're Wrong, in what might be a first, finds clawhammer banjo trading licks with sitar in a delightful tirade against a haughty opponent, all sealed with the kiss of a howling harmonica. Rockabilly guitar and lots of bendy electric guitar chords duel with banjo in Temptation's Got The Good Stuff. Day Of The Dangerous finds accordion, sitar, electric guitar and handclaps vying for attention in a psychedelic maze - and what the song is actually about has defeated me so far! Billy's vocals over a simple jazz guitar accompaniment tells the story of a nightmarish dream of hospitals and death in A Bunch Of Flowers, but he cleverly lifts the mood with the introduction of the chimes of a toy xylophone. Billy's black sense of humour pervades the whole album, not least on the closer Thanks But No Thanks, Baby where a former lover is rejected with tongue-in-cheek bitterness - "If it's all the same to you, I'll wash my own dishes and polish my own brown shoes".
The appropriately chaotic and psychedelic cover art completes the unforgettable experience that is the Billy ShinBone Show- go experience it for yourself (but don't say I didn't warn you).


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December 23, 2013
New York City, New York.
It was below freezing outside the morning we headed to New York City. We quickly packed our bags, grabbed an egg sandwich at Darwin's (our favorite local sandwich shop) and prepared to make the trek from Eric's house to the Harvard Square subway stop. The night before, almost a foot of snow had dropped in on the city and while it had temporarily turned things into a beautiful winter wonderland of sorts, it made it a bit tough to get around the next day. We allowed ourselves what would have usually been plenty of time to walk over, but carrying all of our luggage through the snowy streets (packing light is not a skill of mine) in our puffy winter clothes slowed us down a bit. Soon realizing that the subway approach was no longer an option, we went for plan b and hopped in a cab. Crawling along the traffic-lined roads, we began to worry as the clock ticked down closer and closer to our bus departure time. Finally, with only five minutes until departure time and still a couple blocks away from South Station (where all the buses leave from Boston), we decided to get out of the cab in the middle of the street and make a run for it. Basically, it consisted of Eric sprinting across traffic with both of our huge bags on his back (what a guy!), as I trotted at a much slower pace a few feet behind (oh hey New Year's resolution #1: I need to insert more cardio into my workouts!) After we sprinted up the escalators, we were relieved to find that weeee made it! We were even able to sit next to each other (and some other people) in the very last row of the bus, where we cozied up for the next SIX AND A HALF HOURS until alas they dropped us off on some busy street in the middle of NEW YORK CITY.
While I have to admit, it certainly wasn't the easiest ordeal getting there, as soon as we got off the bus, stepped out into busy streets and took in a big whiff of that cold, bustling, city air, I knew it was all worth it. And because it takes quite a bit of time and energy for us to get there, we really try to make all of our time count while in the big city. So vastly different than Los Angeles, it's a ton of fun to go around and explore a new city as tourists. We made the same trip last year around the holidays, and if you're not in the spirit, I can almost bet, with full certainty, that a day in central park or Rockefeller Center will have you singing "falalala's" in no time. This year, we took some time to try out some new amazing restaurants, caught a beautiful view from the "Top of the Rock" and saw Once on Broadway! Certainly one of the best shows I can remember seeing in years, I just didn't want it to end.
While the constant overflow of human traffic, noisy streets, and chaotic cab drivers can all be a bit much, I really find New York to be a breath of fresh air. Everything is changing, everyone seems to be so alive and ready to seize the day- I guess it's official, I love New York.
Highlights from NYC:
SALA: Some of the most amazing tapas food I've ever had. Now I've never been to Spain, but I imagine this was what it should taste like. They have a dish with fried goat cheese, honey, and candied onions that I haven't been able to stop thinking about. YUM!
- ONCE: The beautiful songs that I grew to love from the movie are transformed in a breathtaking way, as this unconventional musical was able to affect me so profoundly, I found myself moved to tears. The songs were brilliant. Each cast member was uniquely talented and the choreography, direction, and style were all remarkably unlike any performance I have ever seen. I truly did not want it to end. If you get the chance- you really should go check it out.
- ROCKEFELLER CENTER: It's always been exciting for me to see places that I grew up only knowing through images on T.V. I loved checking out this little hub of news and knowledge while getting my dose of holiday cheer watching the ice skaters and enjoy a hot chocolate in the cold. Isn't it funny how we always imagine that things are going to be much larger in real life than they actually are? Maybe that's just me. Regardless- it was still an impressive place to check out!
I wore this holiday dress to our date night out to the theater. The weather warmed up a bit more and after the blistering temps earlier in the week- it felt great to be able to wear a dress and tights at night! I like to call this look "Fifty Shades of Red". I paired my new red Forever21 purse with this adorably festive red and black polka-dot Qmack dress from Macy's and topped it off with my new red Sephora lipstick. Too much red? I'll let you be the judge. Around the holidays, and on a romantic night out to the theater, I figured it was the best time, if ever, to layer on the red. I was also finally able to wear this gorgeous white stone cluster ring from Loopsway! I've been waiting for the perfect night to wear this glamerous piece and I am so excited to share it with you guys. It's classic and bold with a bit of a vintage flair and yet again, I love the affordability of the unique pieces from this collection. If you haven't checked out Loopsway yet- you must!
Ring c/o: Loopsway
Dress: Qmack/Macy's
Booties: ALDO
Tights: Forever21
Lipstick: Sephora/Valentine
Purse: Forever21
Photos by: Eric Bromberg


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We are very pleased to announce that LightStart has supported one of the UK's largest building societies. We hosted a training workshop for the business analyst team at Leeds Building Society which resulted in the conceptual development of a house-buying app and platform.
Having met in 2017 at an external event which our Dan Akers had been invited to present at, we were commissioned to support the entire business analyst team to re-visit the LightStart analysis approach from the event in more detail and to discuss the different ways it could be implemented and used at Leeds Building Society. With coffee from Beanify and a superb platter of lunch and snacks provided by our new friends over at Haley & Clifford, our guests were in for a great session!
The workshop, which focused on implementing the LightStart analysis method, was delivered to 15 business analysts from the 140-year old organisation. The half-day workshop took place at Platform in Leeds, and was run by Dan alongside Nicolle Moore, our Junior Business Analyst. It was an interactive session with 'donor' app ideas provided by us.
The Process
At each stage of the interactive development process, Dan explained what was happening in detail and how it could be used effectively to deal with common business analysis challenges, such as unfocussed stakeholders or overly-detailed requirements.
The workshop ended with an hour of Q&A discussing agile business analysis, Dan shared his knowledge on how business analysis and agile development can be made to work effectively together.
Dan said:
"We were delighted to host a workshop for the Leeds Building Society's business analysts, through our interactive workshops we strive to share our agile and business analysis expertise to allow firms to visualise how implementing our unique approach will work within their company."
After enjoying an earlier Digital Apps presentation by Dan, Jo Breslin-Brooke, Business Change Manager at Leeds Building Society, wanted the rest of the Society's Business Analysis team to benefit from the exercise.
"I was keen to add the technique to our BA Toolkit as we continue to invest in the training and developing our team," said Jo.
"The team enjoyed an interesting and interactive session at Lightstart HQ, learning how we can use the analysis technique in our world. Colleagues have already put the technique to good use in project scoping and requirements gathering sessions."
Want to experience something like this for yourself or for your team?
If you would like to see the same process that we presented to LBS, there are three ways you can do this:
Come along to any of our Leeds Digital Coffee Mornings on the first Friday of the month. To check out the dates for the rest of the year, check out our events page.
We run an event specifically for Business Analysts, System Analysts, Scrum Masters, Product owners and anyone else in a change-focused role. If this is you then come along to our Remodelling Business event.
If you have an idea for your own digital product and want to run through this with Dan, our expert Business Analyst, then book yourself in for a FREE one hour workshop with us! There is more information about it here but it involves you, your brain, our BA team, our whiteboard analysis room and some whiteboard pens. Oh and excellent coffee. Obviously.


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Being a long term investor demands a different kind of commitment compared with when you are a shorter term trader. This means that the strategies you use for short term trades may not work as efficiently when applied to longer term investments.
Knowing how to manage HQBroker Reviews your long term investments is a very crucial skill to learn, so here are some of the things that you can do to boost your investment strategies.
Do not freak out on small movements
When you are a shorter term trader, you usually have to watch out for the smallest movements in the price of the stock. Usually, this requires extreme attention from the trader and this means that you will absorb the movements quickly.
However, being a long term investor requires patience. You should have the guts and thickness of skin to ignore short term movements, no matter how freaked out you already are. If your strategy requires you to stay put at a specific situation, you have to follow through your Forex Broker Review plan.
This is not only for sudden sharp slumps in the price of your investment. This also goes for sudden jumps, which may or may not be a continuing trend.
No matter what you do and how you feel, do not deviate from your strategy.
When to buy and to sell
You market timing can either make or break your trades. Generally, you have to buy low and sell high. Buy stocks that you think are undervalued, or those whose current market prices are lower than your perceived intrinsic value of the stock.
Then, sell overvalued stocks, or those whose current market prices are higher than their intrinsic value. You have to sell them before the market price them down.
These things are, of course, easier said than that. If you want to find the best market timing to the buying and selling a stock, you have to conduct thorough research and analysis to each of your assets. This way, you can predict their next move and hope that you got the right scent.
Stick to Your Strategy
As we mentioned above, it is very important to stick to your strategy.
Without having a solid strategy, you might not be able to accomplish your goals, or worse, you might not even begin investing. When you have a strategy, you have your vision of goal. You are also guided by a certain direction that you will pursue. Therefore, your trades and investments are more controlled and analysed. You will have the ability to make well-informed decisions.
Stick to your strategy and do not be swayed by popular opinions or sudden market movements. However, you also have to know when to scrap your strategy when it's already obvious that your position is hopeless.
Final Reminders
There are so many things that you can do guard yourself against losses in the stock market. However, the tips above are the most important things you should know. Moreover, it is equally important to assess the things in you, such as your discipline, patience, risk tolerance, and ability to adapt to quick market changes.


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You know when its really late and you've already settled in to bed but aren't quite ready to sleep yet? So then you flip on your phone and open Instagram and scroll through hundreds of photos of everything imaginable. It was one of those nights for me. My guilty pleasure is sifting through the textile art hashtag and feasting my eyes on bright pops of colors, vibrating patterns, and lush textures by talented people who meticulously put these things together. This is how I found ILANO Design. It was an image of her "Seeing Eye" tote that caught my attention. After falling in love with her woven designs, I reached out to Roseli, the woman behind ILANO, and got to ask her some questions.
You have a background working in Social Justice and Human Rights. Can you talk more specifically about the work you did in these fields?
I studied Cartography at UC Berkeley and my dream was to use mapmaking as a tool for social change. After spending time mapping the devastating effects of gold mining on indigenous communities in the Northern Philippines, I spent the next decade doing solidarity work with various human rights organizations that work specifically in the areas of migrant, women's, and indigenous rights. At home in Oakland, I spent many years as a community organizer working alongside youth ages 12-19, to fight for the creation of youth jobs, living wages, and violence prevention. I love working with young people, and in addition to mentorship, a big part of my work has been about integrating the arts, storytelling, performance, and writing into our campaigns. My focus has always been to put sisters at the center. "Sisters at the center" holds that for real social transformation to occur, women need to be part of shaping it. It's how I live my life and how I run my business. There's something very inspiring about women coming together in mutual respect to create solutions.
How did you come into working in design and fashion?
I've always been inspired by fashion and personal style as a form of self expression and a canvas for creativity. I love mixing patterns, colors, textures, and eras. The first thing I ever made on my sewing machine was a fuchsia scrunchie (so you know it was the 1990's). I was 11 years old. I had a big plan that I was going to sell them at school for $2 each. So you can see I was very entrepreneurial at an early age! My grandmother taught me how to sew. She also planted the entrepreneurial seeds in me because she would tell me stories of how when she was a young woman in the Philippines, she designed rattan furniture and partnered with local weavers to make bed frames, tables, and chairs out of the dried palm stems. I like to think she was the first real positive role model for me.
ILANO Design began in 2012. What was it like to start a business as an independent, female creator? What kind of support system did you have?
I started the behind-the-scenes work in 2012, but didn't launch the first collection until November 2013. Starting my own business has been the scariest journey I've ever been on, and the one I'm most proud of. The exciting thing is that it's still just the beginning, and I'm learning new things everyday.
I was confident creatively, but not with understanding how to set a strong financial foundation. I knew that I needed to educate myself when it came to being a business woman, so I hustled outside of my day job to do research, read up, and seek out advice from mentors and other women entrepreneurs (to whom I am extremely grateful for believing in me).
I graduated from a program called the Women's Initiative in Oakland, California that helps low-income, high-potential women understand cash flow, sales projections, and build the "numbers" part of the business. I knew that I wanted to have a solid business plan. Starting a business is a major risk, and you are wracked with self-doubt, fear of failing, and uncertainty. There is never the perfect time to start, you just have to go for it. There have been many sleepless nights, many setbacks, but always the determination to learn from my mistakes and get back up. I started ILANO Design because I'm passionate about textiles, and I want to innovate the way we style our homes to how we style our wardrobes to include sustainable, ethically-produced fabrics, and create jobs that empower women. At the toughest moments, I always turn to our mission. It's what keeps me going.
You collaborate with artisans in other countries. How do you feel your experience working with social justice and human rights has influenced your practice and your collaboration with these women?
The partnership with women artisans is the backbone of ILANO Design. I am committed to approaching our relationships as transformative, not transactional. My background in community organizing and human rights work most definitely guides my vision, and the way we work together because it's a model based on economic empowerment and autonomy, not charity. It truly is a collaborative process. One that honors our artisan partners with living wages and respects their craft as modern artists.1
What is the collaboration process like - from designer, to artisan, to production, to sales?
I design all of our textiles in my Oakland studio. I start with a sketch, then move to translating that onto a repeat pattern digitally.
I'll share the designs with our weaving partners and they'll provide feedback and suggestions, ways to improve the design, or evolve it to be easier to achieve on the loom. We work with four generations of incredibly skilled master weavers, and they school me on what is possible!
Your designs feature the traditional with a modern edge. What inspires you creatively? How would you define your visual language?
There is so much pattern inspiration in the natural world and color inspiration in the built urban environment. With so many distractions in the world today, it's easy to miss the beauty right in front of us, so I try to be in the moment. My eye is always wandering, my hand is always sketching. The central theme to ILANO Design in all of our collections is the color story. I want to tap into the way colors have the power to evoke emotions, and I want to design for an adventurous bold woman who has a point of view. If I were to describe my visual language it would be "saturated vibration."
What is your favorite place that you have traveled to? Can you talk a little bit about that experience?
So hard to pick just one! Swimming with sea turtles in the Philippines, grilling pineapples in Martinique, digging through stacks and stacks of used LP records in Mexico City, eating my way through Paris. I love traveling, meeting new people, collecting textiles, and taking in all of the architecture and colors. The most special place for me is Joshua Tree, where I grew up camping as a child. I love the desert, its flora and fauna, feeling the sun on your back and breathing in the dry air. Imagine looking up at millions of stars twinkling in a jet black sky on a clear October night. That's my most treasured experience.
Who are some female creators that you admire or that inspire you?
Tilda Swinton's otherworldly fashion sense and talent as an actor.
Yukumi Nagano from Little Dragon. Just watch her on stage. I feel most inspired when I see people like her so completely in the moment, so lost in what they love, that they give you permission to let go. When I listen to her music I feel uninhibited and free.
NoViolet Bulawayo. If you haven't read her book We Need New Names, do so now. Literature and stories will save us.
My mom. She was a single mother and modeled what it means to live your life with integrity and kindness.
Do you consider yourself a feminist?
I am unapologetically a feminist, yet at the same time I like to rely less on labels and more on actions. When I was young I used to think that your beliefs and values alone made you a good person, and now I think that's only part of it. I think your actions, how you treat yourself, and how you treat others is most important. I don't think being a feminist is a label you put on and take off, it's how you walk through this world. As women, we are always our own harshest critics and are constantly battling messages that make it hard to feel comfortable in our own skin. If you love yourself, are compassionate with yourself, that's the most feminist action you can take.


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Despite the dominating performance at the Etihad earlier in the season, City fans were rightly cautious about the threat Liverpool posed prior to kick-off. This evening's game showcased exactly why. City were put to the sword from the first minute and buckled heavily under the pressure.
When all is said and done this result probably won't matter much in the scheme of things. It should not be understated just how bad performance was though. The result itself flattered City as until the last ten minutes they were utterly dismal. Defensive and offensive mistakes littered the performance and overall we were lucky to only lose by one goal.
This Should be the Wake Up Call the Team Needs
We all knew that it was unrealistic that City would finish the season unbeaten and that eventually we would lose. Whilst the result today will leave a sour taste in the mouths of many, it has arguably come at an important time.
Performances as of late have been more than a little underwhelming. I'm aware that this may come across as overly critical especially given the ways we have managed to grind out strong results in recent weeks. But the bottom line is that City have been struggling against almost every opponent put in front of them, with only a couple of exceptions. Whilst this could be attributed to the overly defensive strategies employed by the opposition, City faced teams with similar game plans earlier in the season and dismantled them with ease.
It's a face that form fluctuates and the level of performances along with it, but there has been a worrying trend developing in recent weeks: poor first halves and sloppy attacking play. This is something that we have managed to get away with in a number of games now, but it couldn't last forever. Today is another example of this, it took 75 minutes before we started to actually play some decent football. Look what happened when we finally played to our potential, a point was very nearly rescued.
The big task now is for Pep to make sure his team recovers and responds correctly. A painful loss right before the return of the Champions League should serve to light a fire in the dressing room and hopefully motivate everyone to up their level of performance once again.
Agüero More Hindrance Than Help
Another game, another dire performance from Agüero. Goals can't continue to mask just how poorly he has been playing this season. His ability to contribute to build up is simply non existent at times. Watching him today, it felt as if every time he received the ball he lost it – nothing was sticking. Add to the that the excessive amount of time he spent on the ball when he managed to get it under control and all he did was either slow the pace of the attack down to a crawl or cause it to end all together.
His display this evening was a prime example of why so many fans and Pep himself (probably) feel that Alexis Sanchez is an absolutely necessary addition to the team. Based on tonight, who could possibly argue with that? I've been a strong advocate of not overpaying for Sanchez but this run of performances may just be the straw that breaks the camel's back for myself and many others.
Stones Not the Same
It might be harsh to single Stones out when so many players had unusually bad performances but his form does need to be addressed. Since returning from injury he hasn't looked to be the same imperious defender that he was before he ruled out for a couple of months. There is a chance that this is simply down to a lack of match fitness, but the kinds of mistakes he has been making cannot be excused by that.
Aside from the obvious error that contributed to Firmino's goal, there were numerous smaller mistakes that he made frequently throughout this game and his previous outings. The most obvious of those is a seeming inability to communicate with Otamendi and Walker effectively. So many minor mixups occurred with Stones being positioned awfully or unwilling to take up positions asked of him by those around him. This happened time and time again with Walker; he constantly asked Stones to track runs made behind him so he could apply pressure to the ball carrier and Stones was not forthcoming. This led to Mane getting in behind Walker all too often and is a huge reason that Liverpool were able to advance up the pitch so easily.
If City are to progress in the Champions League and make their mark in Europe, Stones needs to get back in sync with the rest of the backline. Quickly.


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Praise to the Lord indeed! Come hear selections from the beloved Christian masterpiece, Handel's "Messiah", presented by Kemble's Senior and Festival choirs in partnership with the Rowan Youth Orchestra and professional soloists whose performance credits include Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and similarly recognized venues. Presentations at 8:30am and again at 10:45am.
You will be blessed to hear the story of our Lord Jesus Christ's birth, life, sorrows, and eventual joyful triumph over death, and the message of salvation for us all.
Bring a friend, neighbor or family member to share in this wonderful blessing. If you want to sing with us, or know of someone who may want to join the Festival Choir, please call Brett Pardue at 336-957-0013 or 856-845-1627. Make a joyful noise!