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Dominick Fleischmann, MD
Dr. Dominik Fleischmann is a Professor of Radiology, Chief of Cardiovascular Imaging, Director of Computed Tomography, and Medical Director of the Stanford Radiology 3D Lab. Dr. Fleischmann trained in Vienna, Austria, and did a 2-year research fellowship in 98/99 in the Stanford 3D Lab, from where he went back to Vienna to build his own research group, which receives federal funding to this date. Prior to returning to Stanford as a faculty in 2002, he was an Associate Professor and Vice Section Chief in the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Division at the University of Vienna, Austria.
Dr. Fleischmann is an internationally known expert in the fields of Computed Tomography, Contrast Medium Application, Non-invasive Cardiovascular Imaging using CT and MRI, and Image post-processing. He has authored numerous research papers, reviews, and book chapters in this field, and is an associate editor of European Radiology, and Radiology (cardiac section).
2016 Presentations & Workshops
Session: Hot Topics for Technologists Workshop
Weight Based Injection Strategies for CTA and CTV
Cardiovascular Imaging Protocols | Simple Solutions to Common Problems
Session: Contrast Enhancement | Tuesday June 21st, 2016
Low Contrast May Be More Harmful than Standard Contrast in TAVR Patients| Presented by Dominika Suchá | Stanford University
Session: Vascular | Wednesday June 22nd, 2016
Determining When to Treat Uncomplicated Type B Aortic Dissection
Interpreting a Runoff-CTA Efficiently
Session: Acquisition and Protocol | Wednesday June 22nd, 2016
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Session: Image Management | Wednesday June 22nd, 2016
Debate: 3D Post Processing Should Be Done by Both a Radiology Technologist and a Radiologist


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At all levels of the Labour party, optimism was in generous supply before the Christmas break. During their rounds of parties up and down Whitehall, cabinet ministers have raised their glasses to renewed hope, while being careful not to get carried away.
Rather than dreading the next opinion poll, party activists have been asking when the next one is coming, eager to see the Tory lead drop again. "It has all made a pleasant change," said one Labour MP. Last week there was even some good news on unemployment. The message: Labour is back in the game and enjoying a bounce. Until today, that is.
The latest Ipsos MORI survey for the Observer will do much to puncture the morale of a party that had dragged itself back from an autumn of unremitting despair to a point where it hoped to enter 2010 believing it was in with a chance. Before the Labour conference in September, Alistair Darling said the party seemed to have "lost the will to live". But, from somewhere, it had found it again.
Ironically it was last month's Ipsos MORI survey that had changed the mood in Labour's favour. That poll shook the political kaleidoscope, putting the Tory lead, which had been around 20 points just six months before, at just 6%. Suddenly Labour MPs believed a hung parliament could be on the cards.
Labour's recovery could be explained, very largely, by a surge in economic optimism as the recession seemed to be drawing to a close. Then 46% of people believed the economy would get better over the coming 12 months.
In a political environment sensitive to mood, Ipsos MORI's findings were followed by several others that also showed the gap narrowing. The Conservative lead was around eight, nine, 10 points. Labour hoped people were crediting Gordon Brown with having steered the country through difficult times, and that voters were recoiling from David Cameron's call for austerity measures to put the public finances back in order.
The Tories seemed a little rattled and rushed out a string of policy announcements on issues such as the battle against red tape. If things got even better, would Brown call a snap election?
Suddenly the mood has swung again, and that prospect looks highly unlikely once more. The trend of recent weeks has been dramatically reversed by today's figures. There was a foretaste of such a change in a lone ComRes poll last weekend that also showed a 17% Tory lead, but another by YouGov was with the prevailing trend, showing it at 9%.
Again the key determinant of changes appears to be the economy. Today's poll was taken after the implications of Darling's pre-budget report 11 days ago had fully sunk into the public consciousness. Darling may have deferred the pain of tax rises, such as an additional 0.5% rise in national insurance from April 2011, but it was a chilly reminder of grim times ahead. The chancellor not only shocked voters but was also attacked by business groups, as well as the Tories, for failing to do more to tackle the deficit. He got it in the neck from both sides – for doing too much and doing too little. While his one-off tax on bankers' bonuses was popular, it was, in every other sense, a political nightmare to deliver.
The consequence, reflected in today's poll, is that economic optimism has collapsed since the PBR as fast as it was built in the run-up to it. Having digested Darling's messages about the soaring deficit and national debt, and the implications of that for their own finances, just 32% of voters now believe the economy will improve over the next 12 months.
Many MPs believe the volatility in the polls is evidence that voters are no longer loyal to any one party. When the economic news appears good, voters are less inclined to think ill of the government of the day, but when things look rough they take against it.
Labour believes that, despite the PBR, it can still recover reasonably swiftly to a position where it is just 10 or so points behind the Tories in the new year, a gap narrow enough to give it hope going into an election campaign.

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We all want the miracle, but are we willing to do our part? Are we willing to seek Him? Are we willing to walk in God's ways? Hawk Nelson reminds us that God is in the miracle business through their song "He Still Does." King Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah experienced an amazing miracle one morning in the desert.
The Lord was with King Jehoshaphat — join me as we explore why.
On this week's episode I discuss:
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I broke up with her, and now I'm asking if she will take me back. I'm not sure what's going on with me..or with her. I think we've both been stressed out lately: me because of college and her because of work. Neither of us have been in the right mindset right now.
She hasn't replied yet but I hope she does, even if she says 'no'. If she says no I hope that won't restart the waterworks but I figured because I'm already not with her it'll just be final if she says no..I won't be hoping for her to come around because she said no.
I didn't want to break up with her..well I did at the time. I was mad and stressed and scared she was going to break up with me and after a negative talk in my car I felt that she was trying to tell me she wanted to break up with me which was why she had been pushing me away for the past few weeks..and when she didn't show up at my job so we could hang out, I was seeing red and broke up with her without a second thought. I was sad for two days and then I got myself together and now I'm okay..except I want her back. I love her.
My friend Nick asked if I'm sure about asking for her back and I said yes..I don't think she'll want me back though. I get the impression that once we break up we're over..no more second chances. But hopefully I'm wrong.
Anyway, I'm gonna jump in the shower now. I'll update this later, goodnight!


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When you stay at Carrington House Hotel in Bournemouth, you'll be in the suburbs and minutes from Bournemouth Natural Science Society and Knyveton Gardens. This hotel is within close proximity of Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course and Boscombe Pier.
Make yourself at home in one of the 145 guestrooms. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request cribs/infant beds.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.


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In the HBO show Sillicon Valley, billionaire Russ Hanneman is obsessed with having three commas ($1,000,000,000 net worth). He goes as far as to create Tres Comma Tequila. Today I found out that the BSR will be the fastest way to the two comma club ($1,000,000) TSP worth. I recalculated the numbers now that there is better understanding of the new Blended Retirement System. In this new calculation we see the 1% free money right away for 2 years, then a 4% match kicking in after 2 years and dropping off after the 26th year. You will need to max out $18k TSP as well as achieve 8.2% gains in order to hit the two comma club at the 20 year retirement. If you went for the old plan you would only have $842,192.82 by contributing the max of $18K into your TSP a year. This would be barely enough money to get a new engine for your private plane, and certianly leaves you behind in the most basic level of the one comma crowd.
I have never looked at the perspective of the BSR as the only way to exceed $18k cap on TSP contributions as an Active Duty Member. According to the the TSP site an employer can give up to $54k which is in addition to your $18k TSP contribution. This little boost is nowhere near the limit, but you can shove more money into TSP than the old plan would allow. The spreadsheet can be found here, and it is free for you to use. Just plug in your estimated gains (or losses) and it should compound your TSP account accordingly.
What is nice about this amount is the money is all ready to use, and borrow agains as a TSP loan. If you do the 20 year pension, it is 20% less but you have more in TSP than some one in the old program. Even if you don't do 10 years the money is there. The BSR is perfect for those who max their TSP as the only way to put past $18k into TSP. The other advantage of the TSP match over the pension is the money is real, and not subject to pesky requirements like not dying.
Even if you just dabble in TSP and put in exactly 1% in the first two years and 5% of your income after the 2 year mark till 26 years you will be matched $113,587.70. This would be the equivalent of 91% of your base pay as an O-6 at 26 years of service. The Cliff-vested pension can be calculated using the formula of the old retirement 26*2.5%=65% and the new retirement 26*2.0%=52%. The difference of 13% of base pay is equivalent to $16,175.952 (1/7 of the match money).
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On Sunday night, after a pleasant barbecue with a group of friends, we decided to go to a late showing of "Troy" for a good laugh. While we knew it would be a poor adaptation, I at least was not prepared for the depths to which film creators can go. We were somewhat cheered, at the end, to see in the credits that it was only "inspired by Homer's Iliad", but that was a small comfort. I suppose the other moviegoers were unamused by our hilarity during the movie, but it was impossible to keep from laughing at Brad Pitt's "smell the fart" acting.
All the acting, in fact, was remarkably terrible, although it may be unfair to criticize the actors when the script and direction are so wretched. We did agree that Priam was excellently portrayed, even before I discovered that the actor is Peter O'Toole; but the rest of the cast got bogged down in soulful looks, heroic profiles, and cliched lines about honor, credibility (?), and posterity (yes, fine, Achilles, your name will be remembered forever, now shut up!!). There were a number of memorable lines, however, though perhaps not for the right reasons. I liked how they illustrated my favorite Odysseus epithet, "devious-devising", at the beginning when Boromir--I mean Odysseus--says to Achilles, "You have your sword; I have my tricks." I bet Patroclus knows about that sword--oh, wait, sorry, that whole relationship was neatly avoided by making the two cousins. Probably just as well.
Later Achilles rouses his men to battle by saying, "Do you know what lies on that beach? Immortality! Take it! It's yours!" Quite.
And then Hector rallies his troops with the code by which he has always lived his life: "Honor the gods; love your woman; defend your country!" Which I must say I actually liked, outside of an Homerian context--they're not standards espoused much nowadays, particularly the last one. It reminded me that patriotism used to be more than pasting bumper stickers on one's car and occasionally writing a letter to the editor.
But perhaps the most interesting thing about the movie was that somehow the gods were not important enough characters to be included. Indeed, their existence was denied and disbelieved by a number of the characters--nearly all except for the fanatically wild-eyed priests and priestesses, and they kept getting proved wrong. So much for Paris being saved by Aphrodite in the nick of time; so much for the reason for Achilles' invulnerability; so much for the squabbles between Zeus and Hera that affect numerous outcomes of the war; so much for the guidance of Athene, etc, etc. None of that's important. What's important is watching Brad Pitt skip around the battlefield. Obviously.
And apparently there aren't any other important Greek playwrights, either, since their characters are so casually killed off. Too bad, Aeschylus, no Oresteia for you--it fits our plot better to let Briseis (yes, she's a character, just like Arwen!) stab Agamemnon. Oh, and Sophocles? It's a lot more interesting to let Hector take out Ajax than to let him commit suicide. Sorry.
So anyway, like I was saying, get the Cliffs notes. Or better yet, read the real thing. Then you can play the game!


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Remember Dave's disastrous maiden voyage? Believe it or not, I haven't let him into my kitchen since. But the other weekend when my neeces were visiting (my neeces of course are the twin daughters of my seester), I wanted something ready for dinner when they arrived.
Dave, rise and come forth.
So this isn't a new recipe for pulled pork, it is exactly the same sauce and method as I made with Madame, but wow, the ten hours of cooking time certainly does make a difference.
Serve on potato rolls with bread-and-butter pickles, cole slaw and sweet potato fries.


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Status: Lead Design to Construction
Budget: $3 Million
Client: The University of Canberra
In 2016 TYRRELLSTUDIO was appointed as lead consultant to design the Northern Concourse, a key 5000m2 central space of the Canberra University campus. The design connects with The reinvented Hub and Central Concourse also under design by TYRRELLSTUDIO.
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It surprises me how the World faces so many different opportunities, derived by different contexts, from country to country, from region to region and, even more frightening, within the same city. That's the case of the city of Lisbon, when we talk about poverty housing.
There is no standard definition of "poverty housing" but it can be seen as the absence of "adequate housing" that is defined by the UN International Covenant of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights as "the right of everyone to an adequate standard of living for himself and his family, including adequate food, clothing and housing, and to the continuous improvement of living conditions." In other words, adequate housing stands for "a place to live in peace and dignity" and thus, poverty housing refers to a deficiency in that condition.
The United Nations addresses basic needs in its definition of poverty, but it also recognizes that poverty is multidimensional, with poverty housing as a separate category that can affect — and be affected by — other aspects of a family's life. Actually, there are studies that show and justify the correlation between poor housing conditions and the degradation of an individual's quality of life and wellbeing.
From our perceived knowledge of the world, we might not be surprised when reading facts like "in Papua New Guinea, close to 70 percent of people living in rural areas do not have access to improved drinking water and 60 percent do not have access to improved sanitation" but we are probably not aware of the dimension, although in a smaller scale, that this type of poverty has on developed countries – that is why I call it hidden poverty. Portugal is not an exception.
A recent study conducted by the Energy Poverty European Commission reveals that 23.8% of Portuguese people cannot heat their houses and 28% of them live under humidity, infiltrations and holes in the windows, which are responsible for the high number of slow and silent deaths during the winter in Portugal. According to a recent article, these deaths contribute to the 28% rate of Excess Winter Mortality in Portugal, contrasting to the 15% rate of the EU, making Portugal the second worst country in the EU, only after Malta, to live in an inadequate house, during winter season. Adding to these frightening numbers, there are hundreds of others who, in spite of not being under a "life or death" situation, live under miserable conditions, which constraint their personal development as human beings and marginalize them from the society.
Thus, poverty housing is a hidden type of poverty that is not only causing deaths, as also undermining the development of individuals, especially children, through health problems, low academic achievements, social exclusion, among others. In fact, according to Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization that aims to tackle housing poverty around the world by rehabilitating houses, any inhabitant living in poor housing conditions is at increased risk of negative health outcomes relating to their environment. Children, because their bodies are still developing, are more susceptible to these environmental hazards. Additionally, a longitudinal study that followed toddlers through age five found that just having relatively modest elevated lead-paint levels at home reduced IQ test results in children by 7.4 points and additional research suggests that a decline in one IQ point leads to a loss in lifetime earnings ranging from $18,470 (regardless of sex) to $23,085 for men and $20,606 for women.
As fortunate human beings, we as students of NOVA, had the opportunity to access one of the most basic rights: the education. However, that access was a consequence of a set of conditions verified in our lives, like adequate housing. What would have been if we had never made it to primary school? How would we have done our homework and studied for tests if we had not had access to electricity at home? If things like parental support, perception of the education's value and strong motivation to work hard towards a dream, were met, we would still probably be here, although with a tougher life experience from the past… But what would have happened if we were only "ordinary humans" that follow whatever life path is at our disposition and was shown to us from our role models, and we were living in poverty? Would we still be here, at this university, preparing a dignified future? Probably not… But fortunately, we are. Let's use this opportunity to allow opportunities to be built for others.
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German Armed Forces Research 1918-1945
6.SS-Frewilligen-Sturmbrigade "Langemarck"
Formed in May 1943 as the SS-Sturmbrigade "Langemarck" from the
SS-Freiwilligen Legion "Flandern".
In May 1943, the SS-Freiwilligen Legion Flandern had been withdrawn from the front, north of Leningrad. By order of the SS-Führungshauptamt, on May 31st, 1943, the SS-Freiwilligen Legion Flandern was to be reformed into the SS-Freiwilligen Sturmbrigade "Langemarck". For this the Legion was sent to the SS-training ground at Debica.
A Finnish volunteers battalion, a contingent of Flemish volunteers, and new recruits were added to the forming Sturmbrigade. A Panzerjäger-Kompanie, a Sturmgeschütz-Bataillon, and a Flak-Bataillon were also formed and added to the new Sturmbrigade.
In October of 1943, the newly formed SS-Freiwilligen Sturmbrigade "Langemarck" was redesignated as the 6.SS-Freiwilligen-Sturmbrigade "Langemarck".
The new 6.SS-Freiwilligen Sturmbrigade "Langemarck" was, in December of 1943, ready to be moved to the front. On the 26th of December, 1943, the Sturmbrigade was transported to the front in the region of the Ukraine. In the next few weeks the Sturmbrigade was involved in heavy defensive battles. Together with 2.SS "Das Reich", the Sturmbrigade was trapped in the region of Shitomir and Jampol. In the attempt to break the siege, the unit lost many of its men and equipment.
In the end of April 1944, the Sturmbrigade was transfered to the region of Böhmen for regrouping. It was during this period that the Sturmbrigade formed a seperate fighting-unit for use elsewhere on the front. On the 19th of July, 1944, Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" was formed from elements of the Sturmbrigade and sent to the front at the Narva River.
The Kampfgruppe became a part of the III.SS-Germanische Panzerkorps "Steiner". The Kampgruppe was formed with 4 Kompanies and was commanded by Hauptsturmführer Rehmann, as Stubaf. Schellong was still recovering from wounds at this time. It was sent to the Narva front shortly after its formation.
The Battle for Narva was preceeded on the 22nd of June, 1944, when the Russians launched the largest and most devastating offensive in history. Over a front of 400Km, the Russians pushed forward. After only a few days the German divisions in the path of the offensive were for the most part, completely crushed, and the front was on the verge of collapse any moment. On the 10th of July, 1944, the lines between Heeresgruppe "Mitte" and Heeresgruppe "Nord" were lost. 29 Russian infantry divisions and one tank brigade had punched a 25Km long gap in the front-line between the two Army Groups, and now rushed along the Duna river towards Lativia and Lithuania. This meant that Heeresgruppe "Nord" was trapped, sealed off from the rest of the front by this break in the front line.
On the 23rd of July, 1944, German troops cleared the city of Narva and the forced bridgeheads over the Narva Rvier. Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" arrived in Lithuania, and the 24th of July, 1944, Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" arrived in Estonia and linked up with the 5.SS-Freiwilligen Sturmbrigade "Wallonien". Bt this time, the Russians had occupied Hungerberg and Riigi. The 3rd Baltic Army, consisting of 20 divisions, now faced the German forces in the region of Narva, and the entire Northern front was ready to explode. Then, in a pincer movement, the Soviet forces attempted to encircle the III.SS-Panzerkorps "Steiner", in an attempt to destroy it.
On the 25th of July, 1944, Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" received orders to dig-in on the area on the Narva battlefield known as the "Kinderheim-Höhe". At 22.30 hours, the Narva and the Narva bend were being evacuated and troops were taking up position along the Tannenbergstellung. To the right was the "Nordland" Division, to the left was the brigade "Nederland", and in the center position was Kampfgruppe "Rehmann".
Then on the 26th of July, 1944, the Narva front exploded. The Soviet launched attacks everywhere. Russian artillery laid a tremendous volley of fire on the Kinderheim-Höhe postions. A shell managed to hit the command bunker of the Kampfgruppe, and the commanders of the 1./ and 2./Kompanie were killed, and Rehmann was heavely wounded. This shell hit was devastating for the Kampfgruppe, as it lost more than half its leading officers. After the massive Soviet heavy artillery attack, the fighting strength of the Kampfgruppe was greatly reduced. Untersturmführer D'Hease took command of the Kampfgruppe, after Rehmann was injured.
On the 27th of July, 1944, the 3 small hills of the Tannenbergstellung (Tannenberg Postion), became increasingly important because they controlled the whole region. The German positions on and around the Kinderheim-Höhe, Grenadier-Höhe and Höhe-69.9, were cut in two by the main road between Narva and Reval. In the North was the Brigade "Nederland", and from there along the coast was the 20.SS-Waffen.Grenadier-Division der SS (estnische Nr.1), the Pi.Batl.54, and I/49 and II/49 with connections to the Division "Nordland" around the main road. To the south were the III/24, II/24 and III/23, with connection to the 11.Infanterie-Division. Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" had now taken positions on the Kinderheim-Höhe, and the Grenadier-Höhe and Höhe-69.9 were taken by Estonians(??) and 2 companies from the SS-Pi.Batl.11. In the south stood "Norge".
On the 28th of July, 1944, the Russians stood before the Tannenberg Position with 11 infantry divisions an 6 tank brigades. Steiner had only 4 divisions to defend with, and they could not hold much longer.
On the 29th of July, 1944, German artillery laid a heavy fire on the attacking Russians, hoping to force them to pull back. Panzers and Sturmgeschütze from the "Nordland" Division mangage to clear the left flank of Russian troops and put pressure on the retreating Russian tanks. German troops had managed to retake the positions. The battle on the Narva had ended, and in 3 days, 113 Russian tanks were destroyed.
Later in June of 1944, the Sturmbrigade raised a second Panzergrenadier Abteilung, and the Sturmgeschütz-Batterie became an Abteilung, but did not actually increase its strength.
Then, in September of 1944, the remains of Kampfgruppe "Rehmann" were evacuated over Sea to Swinemünde, and later, on the 18th of October, 1944, the Sturmbrigade was redesignated as the 27.SS-Freiwilligen-Grenadier-Division "Langemarck".
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(Or, A Reluctant Father's Guide to Child-Raising in a Post-Apocalyptic World. Explanation.)
In the new life, take the time it normally takes to do a task, and multiply it by five. Maybe ten.
I shovel cereal and fruit puree into Sam's little mouth, and leave him on the couch sucking down one last bottle of formula. It gives me enough time to drain my coffee and eat a near-expired breakfast bar.
I change his nappy. It's only wet today, so the morning poo hasn't come yet. I decide to risk it and put on a fresh nappy, then coax his wriggling limbs into a singlet, pants, shirt, jumper, socks, shoes, and a tiny jacket with Bob the Builder on it.
I check the pram. I make sure the tool kit is secure, I have enough cotton shopping bags, and some freshly loaded magazines for the rifle.
I comfort the boy. Ten minutes on the couch cuddling Sam after he bangs his head on the coffee table chasing his train. I pretend my hand is possessed by a tickling monster, and we spend another fifteen minutes chasing each other around the house with tickles.
His pants are wet. Forgot to check his peenie was point the right way when I put on his nappy. I change the nappy and his pants.
I put on yesterdays clothes and I hear him grunting in the corridor. The morning poo has arrived.
I clean him up. I change his nappy.
We are in front of the door. He is in his chariot. My hand is on the latch.


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What IM expects from Indian Nationals?January 31, 2011 at 5:05 pm
Its now been 5 days since we started our campaign and we observed a trend here. On the republic day, it was seen that enormous number of people turned up on Facebook on pages like Help Five Million Indian Flags Fly on Facebook by August 15th , India, etc.. Page after page filled expressing love for the Indian nation. But is this love restricted to just 365-2 = 363 days? Is saying Proud of India, India meri jaan or I wish I could see better development in India enough? Is this Nationalism or just a plain indulgence in Social Display of Affection (SDA)? Do you know what forms part of your responsibilities? What should you do to be a true associate of your country? Why India should be happy to have a young population of close to 60%? The answer is that a young population is expected to be vibrant to attend to the issues of productivity and self sufficiency. There is another key factor that younger generation plays and that is critical in influencing policy decisions of the government. For the same we need more involvement of our people. We are also expected to be high on energy and creativity which can also be used to see a better socially developed country that India need to be. These are the prime areas of IMs focus. Yes, we need to inculcate the attitude to be IM.
Indian Matters got to grow in magnitude to achieve anything substantial in what it has so far sought to do. At the same time, we are not satisfied with its scope at present and hope to widen it with your participation. For the same reason, each one of you needs to play an important role. We expect your involvement in some ways.
1. First thing we need to do is to involve in reading through issues as they will help evolve your ideology and make more aware of the issues. It is equally important to show that you are involved with us by giving your opinions and feelings on matters and by participating in 'Talk About It' discussions. Your ideas, feelings, thoughts and inputs only will lead those conclusions that'll be drawn. You need to be an active participant. People generally jump on an already baked cake to add to its taste but very few help cook it. So we've got to be initiators and not wait for others.
2. Without feeling any inhibition, make people aware of IM by personally communicating about this, or supporting it through social websites to get it to peoples notice. Every one interested must come to the web portal and submit the form on Reach Us section so that we know how many Indians are out there who believe in this and will be around for our future endeavours.
3. Social Orgs will begin to get listed. Here, we got to understand that the scope of work in NGOs is much larger than just social work. Volunteers get to work in different ways which brings out their creativity. There is different kind of work like for working in Communications department where you get to communicate with International donor agencies, Finances management, Planning department and the involvement in social development at the grassroots level.
We expect you to get involved in these for your own and societal developments.
4. Being a part of IM, you can become a Lead of the city and take up awareness campaigns in your area by involving more people with you and distributing leaflets to tell people more about our work and philosophy.
5. You can work as a Journalist by submitting articles in your name. These articles can be written on National issues, community development or social development related issues in India. Moreover, you can write on matters you come across in your own city and even other inspirational stories.
It's for our development and for the development of the Indian nation. We wouldn't want the tag of a 3rd world country. Let us start mobilizing by working out our thoughts and our on ground actions. In future, we intend to increase our scope to take up the issues with the right authorities with the involvement & backing of IMs people. So the conclusions out of discussions could be pushed forward to the respective authorities which owns the issue. Come, let us be a force to be reckoned with.


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No one really needs more reason to love Kristen Bell, but, regardless, she keeps giving them to us. So, reason #35344: She and new husband Dax Shepard went as Daenerys Targaryen and Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones this Halloween, and posted pretty much the best picture of their costumes to show everyone.
I know I said that the Honey Boo Boo family had won Halloween with their (now Kris Jenner-approved) Kardashian costumes, but, in light of this new info, I'm not so sure anymore. It's Veronica Mars as Khaleesi! She's one of the only other blondes ever on TV to even come close to deserving the title, apart from Buffy. And Dax Shepard's fake Khal Drogo facial hair looks kind of like something you'd see on an evil character from a Disney cartoon. It's perfect.
Check out the pic below.
I'm. The. Luckiest. "@daxshepard1: Khal Drogo & his Khaleesi, Darnerys Targaryen. His Moon & his Stars. pic.twitter.com/T5lFrxK73h"— Kristen Bell (@IMKristenBell) November 5, 2013
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Address: 33 Rodd Street, Canowindra NSW 2804
Phone: 0419 010 564
Email: email@example.com
Website: www.granthamhouse.com.au
Grantham House in Canowindra is the perfect accommodation for a sublime getaway. Built in 1911, Grantham House boasts comfortable old fashioned world charm with modern conveniences. Hostess Suzie has over 40 years experience in the hospitality industry, internationally and in Australia.
Canowindra has earned the nickname, 'The Paddington of the West' for its late Victorian architecture, wonderful cafes, local food markets, art galleries, boutiques, interior design and antique shops.Visit the 'Age of Fishes museum', the famous 'Balloon Glow' and 'Balloon Challenge', festival Night Markets, Flicker Fest, Taste Canowindra and fabulous events such as the '100 Mile Dinner with Neighbours'.
A short drive from Canowindra is Cowra and Orange where you'll find the Japanese Gardens and Cherry Blossom Festival, Wineries, Horse Racing, Classic car shows, Orange Food Week, open gardens , Flix in the Stix, Orange Wine Festival and the Banjo Patterson Poetry Festival.
Explore this wonderful region from the nurturing warmth of Grantham House where you'll find rest, regeneration and Suzie's amazing breakfasts which will see you romp through the day. Then come back to your home away from home and let Suzie make you replete with a cozy supper or a dinner you will never forget.
Grantham House is also pet friendly. Conditions apply so please call us for more information.
We are conveniently located, and our rooms feature beautiful décor! We are able to accommodate you in either of our two queen rooms or our twin room.
At Grantham House we are more than just a Bed & Breakfast - as a guest you will enjoy the use of your own sitting room, breakfast room and stunning dining room. We have a fabulous BBQ area and verandahs surrounding the house that are solely for your use while you enjoy your stay.


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When you collect dues from the nation's pediatricians you need to jump when they say jump. So what causes the American Academy of Patricians to jump?
The marketing of breakfast cereals and soda during cartoons, two food products that together have caused the obesity epidemic?
No. Parents choosing to take their kids for medical attention, but choosing the kind that is convenient and less expensive!
"The AAP recognizes that convenience and access to care will continue to be important drivers of how health care is delivered," said James Laughlin, MD, FAAP, lead author of the policy statement. "However, the expertise of the pediatrician and the medical home should continue to be recognized as the standard for care of children, and we encourage all AAP members to provide accessible hours and locations as part of a medical home."
Why? Because money! Duh!
The "Hot Topics" on healthychildren.org include:
Guns (three times)
Recommendations to take your baby to the doctor several times a year when nothing is wrong with them!
Use of off-label drugs
Steriod use among gay teenagers.
Sugar cereal and soda? Pediatricians can't be bothered.


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Here are ten of our top suggestions, culled from a year's worth of content on Shareable.net—and we'd love to hear yours in a comment!
10. Tools & lawn equipment. Dustin Zuckerman in Santa Rosa, California, worked as both a librarian and a handyman. When he discovered that residents of Oakland and Berkeley could check out tools like books from local libraries, he decided to combine his two passions and start his own tool-lending library.
There might be a tool-lending library in your community, offered by someone like Zuckerman, or through your local library.
And while you're sharing tools, why not also save money by sharing fixing skills? The Brooklyn-based Fixers' Collective brings neighbors together once a week to share tools and help each other fix broken goods that would ordinarily get thrown away. This saves money in more ways than one! Why not start one in your neighborhood?
9. Gardens & yards. You can also share yards and gardens, which saves money on tools and food, among other things. According to attorney Janelle Orsi, "Yard-sharing has many benefits, from access to fresh food to stronger neighborhood connections to environmental sustainability." In The Sharing Solution, Janelle walks readers through all the steps to yard-sharing, from setting expectations to overcoming rules forbidding gardens in front yards.
"After all, such rules are archaic and predate our society's growing awareness of problems such as farmland depletion," she writes. "People everywhere have decided to grow food, not lawns!"
While you don't need technology to share a yard, a service like Hyperlocavore can help you manage the process, and perhaps more importantly find potential yardshare partners.
If you live in an urban area and don't have a yard to share, many cities have launched community garden programs, where neighbors share plots in a common space. But you can also start your own public, cooperative garden: When friends went to the city and asked if our neighborhood group could plant a garden in our local playground, the park and recreation department said yes, and even provided tons of support.
8. Your home. Orsi also notes that "Sharing is one solution to an unforgiving housing crisis, and it may even be a trend." Again, in The Sharing Solutionshe describes many examples of how people saved money and resources by sharing houses, and provides detailed, nuts-and-bolts guidelines for different kinds of homesharing arrangements.
There are also economical models for homeownership including cohousing,community land trusts, and limited equity cooperative housing that leverage shared assets to decrease costs.
There are other ways to share the costs of housing, even if you do not actually own a house. For example, if you live in an apartment building or dense urban area, there is truly no need for each household to have its own private wireless router. Talk to your closest neighbors and see if they'd like to participate in the same wireless network — you'll be able to cut your monthly bill in half, at least, and you might go in together on the cost of the router.
Another example: If you pay a monthly fee for trash pickup, for example, try sharing cans or arranging two-can pickups. Again, you'll probably be able to cut your monthly bill in half.
You can also save money on home maintenance by working with your neighbors on home repair and weatherization. The members of one "work group" in Oakland, Calif., take turns doing repair projects on each other's homes. Another group in Cambridge, Mass., has been organizing monthly weatherization "barnraisings." The barnraisings save energy and money, of course, but they also build community.
Then there's the time honored practice of taking in borders, which has been given a facelift by services like Airbnb — a marketplace for spare rooms, houses, stunning lofts, and even cabooses!
7. Food. There are many ways to save money on food by sharing, and many of them also lead to healthier food on your table. You can organize potlucks and dinner nights among friends, of course, but today there are so many other ways to share healthy food.
You can get involved in helping to grow and harvest the crops. You can join a local community-supported agriculture program or a community-supported kitchen, start a farmers market, and share beef and eggs through regional cooperatives. You might even sign up for a "crop mob" that will give you a chance to get your hands dirty for a day in exchange for a little food.
In addition, people in cities around the country have organized foraging programs that collect fruit from people's yards and redistribute them throughout the neighborhood and to people who can't afford fresh fruit.Neighborhood Fruit has a web site and an iPhone app that can facilitate your foraging.
Believe it or not, there are also restaurants around the world that allow people to barter for food. "I don't know that our five foot bartering wall will be the thing that turns this local economy in the right direction, but I do think we can make a significant impact," says Omer Orian, twenty-something co-owner of Off the Waffle in Eugene, Ore. He argues that his town possesses ample "human and natural resources" to sustain itself. "The lack of cash flow due to the economy should not stop this city from prospering."
6. Stuff. There are now dozens of websites that exist to help you share, exchange, or rent stuff, from furniture to electronics to books — almost anything you need in daily life you can get for low or no cost on the Internet. There's Craigslist and Freecycle, of course, but also start-ups like Rentalic,NeighborGoods, Closest Closet, and EcoModo.
If you look around, you'll likely also find local "really really free markets" where people meet face to face. Share Tompkins, a volunteer-run group based in Ithaca, N.Y., organizes monthly Community Swap Meets, where people give away and barter everything from homemade apple butter to original art to musical instruments. Beyond the tangible activities, writes Shira Golding, "We feel we are contributing to the creation of a social fabric rich in giving and sharing."
5. Babysitting. Parents around the country set up babysitting cooperatives, where they either take turns watching each other's kids or hire a sitter together.
It is less common for parents to share a regular nanny. A full-time nanny can earn $400-$700 per week, which is beyond the budget of many working families. Sharing a nanny cuts those costs substantially.
"Costs are split in any number of creative ways, often evenly split between the families," writes Kathleen Webb. "In a nanny-share arrangement, the nanny usually earns 10-20 percent more than her counterparts employed by a single family. Split down the middle, however, this creates a win-win situation for the families and the caregiver."
4. Knowledge. Are you an expert on homebrews, bicycle repair, or mending clothes? Do you want to know how to do these things? You could spend money on classes...or you could teach your skills to somebody else and learn something from them in the process!
Brooklyn Skillshare in New York organizes meet-ups where people show up and share their personal expertise. According to Meg Wachter, "Everyone really has something to teach, and something to learn. The seeds for the Brooklyn Skillshare began in the spring of 2009 when I attended a similar event in Boston and was inspired by the weekend-long workshops offered on a regular basis, free of charge." Today, Meg helps organize Brooklyn Skillshare events throughout the year.
And as long as you're pursuing free knowledge, don't forget libraries (the original shareable institution!) and online educational resources like the Open Educational Resources Commons.
3. Clothes. My wife walked into a laundromat seeking change for a dollar, and there she discovered the "sock exchange," where customers pin single socks to a board for anyone to take and match. Such gestures make city living more fun, and they save money!
There are lots of ways to share your old duds or get your hands on someone else's recycled fashions. In addition to conventional routes — buying from or donating to Goodwill — you can swap clothes online at sites like thredUp andFreecycle. At thredUp, for example, participants list what clothes they want to share on the company's site and exchange items through the mail.
Clothing-swap parties are easy to organize and are becoming popular throughout the country — round up your old clothes, invite your friends over, and swap apparel. In New York, a group called Score! organizes mega-clothing exchanges and parties across the city. They bring DJs, artists, and fashion photographers to take pictures of attendees in their "scored" outfits. Why not organize one of these in your town?
2. Bikes. There are now almost 200 citywide bikesharing programs around the world, which use GPS and internet and mobile phone access to connect people with bikes. For example, each bicycle in Denver's new B-Cycleprogram can track mileage, calories burned, and amount of carbon offset — and each user is able to monitor their own fitness and see their contributions to the city's sustainability!
No bikesharing program in your city? Why not help start one? A new technology called Social Bicycles promises to unleash the promise of DIY bikesharing. For a more ambitious citywide program, Boston's official "bike czar," Nicole Freedman, says that the first step is to do a lot of research. "Learn if your city is already looking at it," she says. "City government has to be involved; it has to be a public-private partnership, because no bike sharing program can work without using public space. Anyone good in government is listening to the public; we're hired by the public, and hearing people's requests is one of the best ways to hear what's good."
And the number one money-saving shareable is (drumroll, please)....
1. Your Ride. How much does car ownership cost? Most studies estimate that the average American spends $8,000 a year on cars. Not me — I don't have a car and I spend about $1,500/year on transportation (excluding plane travel), with most of it going to public transit, cabs, and very occasional car rentals. I'm not a superhero — I'm a family man and I like convenience as much as anyone.
In fact, it's easier than ever to live without a car. You can start by exploring options like biking, walking, and public transit, which are all better for your wallet, your health, and your environment. Of course, sometimes you'll still need a car — and that's where carsharing services come in.
Between 2007 and 2009, membership in North American services like Zipcar and the nonprofit City Carshare rose by 117 percent — and is projected to hit 4.4 million members within six years.
Own a set of wheels? You can still share them. We're seeing a proliferation of new peer-to-peer carsharing services like RelayRides, Spride Share, and WhipCar, which allow both neighbors and strangers to rent each other cars. Let's say, for example, that you're visiting Baltimore, Md., for a day and need a car for touring the city. You'd look at the RelayRides website, find the nearest participant who is renting out her car, check availability and reserve the time, and then go get your ride. There are also many new companies — such Avego, Zebigo, Zimride, and Carticipate — that connect carpoolers and ridesharers over the Internet.
And there it is, our top ten list of ways to save money by sharing. I hope you enjoyed reading about them all, and hope you find a way to bring some or all of them into your own lives. If you have more suggestions or any questions about anything on the list, please do leave them in a comment!
This piece was originally written for the Wells Fargo Environmental Forum. Parts of it also appear in Yes! magazine's special issue about community resilience, on newsstands now.
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Patreon Update: March 2017
Welcome to my Patreon Update for March 2017. This is the monthly report for my Patreon campaign and how it's performing, as well as my chance to thank everyone for their ongoing support.
Let's get started with last month's earnings. Below you can see my transparency report regarding all the pledges that were received and processed for February.
February 2017 Earnings
While there was a slight drop in overall earnings since last time, February was still an amazing month for my Patreon campaign. Take a look at the numbers:
- Pledged: $3,650.00
- Service Fees: $421.97
- Processed: $3,228.03
The beginning of a new year is always a rough time for content creators, and it's no different for those with a Patreon campaign. While a month-to-month decrease after the holidays is perfectly normal, I am still very pleased with how well my campaign continues to perform. Bringing in just over $3,200 after fees, I can proudly say that Patreon consistently generates more income than I receive on YouTube. Factor in how that compares to traditional advertising revenue and you will quickly realize how truly significant Patreon is as a platform.
So, what's been going on since last month? Quite a lot, actually.
March 3rd saw the release of the 100th patrons-only vlog, which can be viewed here. While I didn't put together a montage like I normally would, I did manage to do something even better. Alongside the vlog's release, I debuted an entirely new website — one that is solely dedicated to my Patreon campaign and all the content it currently offers. From the exclusive vlogs to the all-new Patrons Showcase, I think patrons will like what they see.
Creating the website also makes discovering my content much easier than it previously was. Rather than having to rely on Patreon.com, patrons can now freely look around on the new website and find anything that grabs their interest. This is especially useful with the Exclusive Vlogs page, which is conveniently broken down by year of release. Easy, right?
This new website is something I am very proud of. The idea is simple, but I believe the execution could be huge. It's going to be interesting to see what kind of impact it has on my campaign's performance. And of course, this is only the beginning. I am looking forward to rolling out new content and features over time.
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Violin Unit 7
Jun 8 – 12, 2020 in Memphis, TN
at Memphis Suzuki Institute
Violin Unit 7
Instructor: Judy Bossuat-Gallic,
Prerequisite course:
Viola Unit 3, or Violin Unit 3
Audition: Violin Intermediate, or Violin Comprehensive.
Deadline: All audition materials must be submitted by June 8 *
*A discounted Audition Fee applies if audition is submitted before April 13. If submitted within 8-weeks of the course start date, the regular audition fee will apply.
Price: $475.00
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See contact information below to sign up.
Trainer Information
A 1978 graduate of Dr. Suzuki's Matsumoto Talent Education Institute, Judy Bossuat-Gallic has taught violin and trained teachers for over 45 years. Her contact with Dr. Suzuki began in 1974 and continued yearly through 1990. She is a registered Suzuki Teacher Trainer for SAA and the European Suzuki Association, and an honorary member of ESA in recognition for her 16 years of pioneer work during the early days of the Suzuki Method in Europe. She has been a board member and national secretary of the American String Teachers Association, California ASTA president and was on the board of the National String Project Consortium for many years. Known for silently teaching large groups of children, Bossuat-Gallic's teaching experience includes over 375 International Conferences, Institutes and Workshops all over the world. She offers children's lessons and teacher training in Dallas, and continues as Master Teacher on the String Project at California State University, Sacramento.
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Meet La Morena: Khephra W
If you're an expat in Madrid and you don't recognize this name: where have you been?! Don't worry, we're here to introduce you to Ms. Khephra White: theater-lover, self-proclaimed yogi, Southern Belle with a sailor's vocabulary, and one of the best cooks on the Iberian Peninsula! She's active in the expat scene in Madrid and has a wealth of knowledge to share. Khephra will drop some wisdom, and then send you on your way with a tupperware of jambalaya without breaking a sweat.
Top 3
Top 3 Musicians of All Time:
Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Prince
Top 3 Trips You've Ever Taken:
Lisboa, Portugal
Verona, Italy
Granada, Spain
Top 3 Most-Used Spices in Your Cupboard:
Tony Chachere's [Creole Seasoning], Cavender's [Greek Seasoning], ground Chipotle pepper
Khephra, gives us a bit of background information: where are you from and what brought you to Spain? What did you do before?
I am from New Orleans, Louisiana. I came to Spain after taking Spanish classes taught by two amazing women (Profesoras Doll y Durocher) who inspired me to learn more about Spain and its culture, and encouraged me to look for ways to visit. I was also inspired to come by a series of dreams I had, after seeing a movie called 'The Way'.
Before I moved to Spain, I was a Desk Assistant at a news station in New Orleans, learning to Associate Produce. I've always been involved in the New Orleans electronic music scene in some way, since I was a teenager. Most of my friends are DJs, so I worked the door at their events and acted as their Girl Friday the rest of the time.
Has your background in journalism helped your transition abroad in any way?
It helped more than I realized. My first months here, I really had to work on learning the language, FAST. My work at a news station helped me when I watched the news. I could figure out what the reporters were talking out based on context and following the format of writing graphics and headlines. I've also met a few journalists here through intercambios (language exchanges), who took the time to teach me about the past and present political history of Spain, and how it affects the culture of its people.
As a New Orleans girl at heart, what's the one dish you miss most from home?
I miss Crawfish Etouffeé SO. MUCH. I'm sure I could make it, but roux based dishes take a long time, and it's really not worth making it for one person. Also, finding crawfish in Madrid is not an easy task.
Most people assume that packing up one's life and moving abroad is something that only people in their early twenties do. Are there benefits to moving abroad in your early 30's?
Moving abroad in your 30's, you have a better idea of what you want and you know what you need to do to get there. I also have more confidence now and I listen to myself more. I've survived some things, and it's made me more resilient and patient than I ever was in my 20's. Issues with the language barrier, dealing with endless amounts of immigration paperwork and wait times, etc. would have sent me into a meltdown ten years ago. Now, I just shrug and accept that I can't change anything, and that complaining won't help. I need to face whatever situation I am facing, get it sorted, and move on to the next thing.
A birdy told us that you recently did the "big chop" and went natural! (Congrats!) Do you think living in Europe has helped or hindered your natural hair journey?
I think it has helped! Living in Europe gave me the confidence to do things like cut my hair off. Back in New Orleans, I only knew a couple of women who had done the "big chop". In Spain, I met so many beautiful women who were natural and proud. They made me curious to see what my own hair looked like, and gave me the confidence to just cut everything off and start fresh. I'm lucky to have so many women around that I can ask for product advice, tips, and ways to style and work with my hair. I love my curls, I can't stop touching them!
What are three tips you can give to anyone looking to form community while living abroad?
— The Internet is your friend! There are so many groups for expats, people of color, people looking to make friends, on Facebook alone. Look for meet ups, social gatherings, yoga classes, etc. Madrid is a huge city, but there is always a way to connect with people. Speaking of which...
— Talk to People. Seriously, this is everything. If you're on the Metro, wandering through the grocery store, or just chillin' in Retiro, and you hear someone speaking in your native language: Say hello. Ask where they're from. Is it nosy? Yes. BUT it's also how I met some amazing people living in Madrid, who are now my dear friends. And even if you don't become friends, they may have some incredible advice about places to go, where to meet people, where you might get your wallet jacked, etc. All extremely useful information!
— Go to intercambios. Yes, some may contain people looking for their next fling. Hell, YOU might be looking for your next fling, I don't know your life. However, language exchanges are a great way to meet people from all over the world. Some of the people you will meet there will be more than happy to meet you for a coffee or glass of wine, or show you some places you just can't find in a tourist guides. Intercambios are a great way to learn Castellano (if you're an idiot like me who moved to Spain with 2 semesters of the language under her belt), and make some really cool friends.
Describe your Spain in 3 words.
Brazen, Vexing (at times), Intoxicating
What advice would you give the women and men who are debating leaving their professional careers to move abroad for the first time?
Make like Nike and "Just do It". We're all going to end up in a box or urn, so if this is what you want: make it happen. If you already have a job: good. Otherwise, you need to learn the laws of the land regarding work and student permits. Figure out how you're going to make money, how you're going to eat, where you're going to live, currency exchange rates, and anything else you can think of. Google is your friend: Research everything. Learn about the country you're looking at and try to have knowledge before you get on the plane. Learn about differences in customs, greetings, social behaviors, etc. Look for success stories and websites for expats who have made similar moves. Ask questions. People who have done this are more than happy to help others... Usually. If you can, start learning the language before you get there. Don't be like me, running off with 2 semesters of Spanish thinking: "I'll be fine!" You won't. It's going to be hard. Start looking for language lessons online, download podcasts, anything you can think of. You won't be fluent, but you'll have a solid base. Thank me later.
This interview was conducted by Danni. Danni, Community + Content Director at Las Morenas de España, is a twenty-something, Chicago native currently residing in Madrid. Lover of language, words, and travel, she's managed to combine all of her passions through her work. In her free time, you can find her exploring the winding streets of Madrid, hunting down good flight deals, planning her next adventure and writing & researching for LMDES. Danni loves spicy food, natural hair, music and of course, her wonderful life partner. If you need to find her, she's the girl with huge hair and her face buried in her Kindle.


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We are a Christian Ministry that focuses on Cultural Apologetics
Lies of the Devil | The Front Line in Spiritual Warfare
Our Goal:
Expose lies and lead people to the saving Knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Statement of Faith:
We worship, love, serve, and believe in the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit make up one God/Creator of all things. He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.
Revelation 1:8 – I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.
Isaiah 44:6 – Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I [am] the first, and I [am] the last; and beside me [there is] no God.
James 2:19 – Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
Mark 12:29 – And Jesus answered him, The first of all the commandments [is], Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God is one Lord:
Jesus Christ is God in flesh, born of a virgin (as was prophesied by the prophets of the Old Testament) (Isaiah 9:6; Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:18-25), who came to live a perfect and sinless life here on earth, before being crucified upon the cross, and rising again on the third day (Revelation 1:18) so that His people would be redeemed and reconciled back to God (through Jesus), and their sins forgiven and washed clean (because of/by Jesus) if they would repent of their sins (Luke 13:3; Acts 3:19; 2 Chronicles 7:14; 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 4:17) confess with their mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in their heart that God hath raised him from the dead (Romans 10:9; John 3:16)—thereby receiving the gift of eternal life (a.k.a. Salvation) with God in Heaven and avoiding Hell (Matthew 10:28; Matthew 23:33; Luke 12:5; Revelation 20:13) and eternal damnation and suffering without God in the Lake of Fire after the Day of Judgment (Revelation 20:14-15).
1 Timothy 2:5-6 – For [there is] one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.
John 14:6 – Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Romans 6:23 – For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Revelation 20:15 – And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.
We believe the true Church (Matthew 7: 21-23) to be made up of true followers of Jesus Christ who are to obey His commandments, repent of their sins and live a life of holiness and brokenness (knowing that God is in Heaven and will judge all men accordingly), love God and His word, and devote their lives to serving the Lord Jesus Christ for all eternity. The true church is the body and the bride of the only true Lord Jesus Christ of the Holy Bible (the inspired word of God).
Matthew 16:24 – Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
We believe that All Scripture (Old and New Testaments) is inerrant in its original writings—although physically recorded by men is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16).
We believe that man was made in God's own image, and that every one that is called by His name is created for His glory (Isaiah 43:7). Man by willful transgression became sinful and is justly under the condemnation and wrath of God. The only ones to escape God's wrath are the true believers and followers of Jesus Christ.
Romans 1:18 – For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
John 3:36 – He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
As His creation we are to worship our Creator as well as fulfill the Great Commission, which is to go and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and of the Holy Ghost (Matthew 28:19) so that they too may come to the saving faith and therefore have eternal life.
All roads do not lead to God.
Matthew 7:13-14 – Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Ephesians 2:8-9 – For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.
Romans 3:23 – For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Acts 3:19 – Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
Luke 13:3 – I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
Matthew 4:17 – From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
1 John 1:9 – If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
John 3:16-18 – For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
Acts 4:12 – Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Romans 10:9 – That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Titus 3:5-7 – Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
The Mission:
Ripping souls away from Satan and delivering them to Jesus Christ.
The Vision:
We want to see Jesus Christ reign on earth. He is our Lord, Savior and King. We know the KJV Bible is 100% accurate and we must abide by it.
The Method:
The purpose of this ministry is to EXPOSE the LIES OF THE DEVIL and to shine light on all forms of evil (explicit and implicit) so that people will be made aware of it and therefore avoid it.
Romans 16:17-18 – Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
Satan and his followers have done such a good job deceiving and destroying the minds and souls of people around the world and throughout history—using myths, fables, propaganda, false teaching, ect.
Matthew 7:15 – Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Matthew 7:21 – Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
By warning people about false teachings people are then made accountable of their knowledge of the Truth.
1 John 1:6 – If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:
Hebrews 10:26-27 – For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
Our mission is to resist and expose wickedness/perversion of the truth while also preaching the true gospel of Christ so that people may be made aware/wake up to these lies and turn to the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Romans 10:3 – For they being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.
False messages need to be exposed and the True message of Christ Jesus must be preached so that people may be saved.
Romans 10:14 – How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher


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Standard Retail Orders
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Every effort has been made to ensure your goods have been received in good order however in the unlikely event that your order arrives damaged, please email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 01924 466040 within 3 days of receiving your order. Please note that we will require images of the damage and images of the damaged packaging in order to facilitate a claim with couriers. We will then arrange for a collection of the goods and organise a replacement to be sent out to you at the earliest opportunity. Please do not dispose of any damaged order or its packaging unless prior arrangement with us.
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Batley, West Yorkshire,
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Returns will need to be organised by you. The post office will take most things however with large heavy items it may be cheaper to use a courier. Couriers can be booked online and you can compare prices for different companies. We strongly suggest that insure your return to the appropriate value. The condition of the goods remains your responsibility until we receive them.
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Ideally, we aim to resolve complaints within a timescale of seven working days. If this is not possible because a full investigation has not yet been completed, a progress report will be sent to the complainant. If we, Funktion Alley, are unable to resolve a complaint that you make within eight weeks you can take your complaint to The Retail Ombudsman. This is an independent organisation specialising in providing an alternative dispute resolution service for consumers and retailers. You will need to refer your complaint to The Retail Ombudsman within 12 months after our final response. As a member of the organisation, we are bound by their code of practice and they can be contacted via:
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A 'world in one province', KwaZulu-Natal is a dream region in South Africa for holidaymakers. This grand self-drive nature tour incorporates four secluded luxury hideaways well off the beaten track and featuring spectacular forests, unblemished coastal areas, Big Five wildlife territory and Zululand wilderness.
Self-drive to Kosi Forest Lodge, making an early start because it's about a 6h00 drive from Durban. A lodge representative will meet you at the town of Manguzi and transfer you in a 4×4 vehicle to the wonderful lodge set in the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve. This is a beautiful world of gleaming lakes, tropical forests and faraway beaches. Thatched rooms are tucked away in a sand forest and have romantic, reed-enclosed bathrooms open to starry night skies, the baths set in white forest sand. Enjoy fantastic guided nature activities: walks through wild palm forests, canoe and motorboat trips on the lakes and picnic-excursions to a remote and pristine beach. Dine close to nature, outdoors on the deck or in the boma, thereafter making your way to your room along lanternlit pathways. Kindly note that the lodge is not on mains electricity, using minimal battery power instead, adding to the romantic, close-to-nature atmosphere.
Spend two nights at Kosi Forest Lodge
After the morning activity in the Kosi Bay area you will be taken back to Manguzi. Self-drive from there to the Coastal Forest Reserve and Coastal Cashew Factory where you leave your vehicle. A lodge representative will transfer you to Thonga Beach Lodge, situated at remote Mabibi Bay in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site. (Travelling time between the two lodges is 2h15 by road.) The lodge is casually luxurious, the thatched rooms large and exquisite with views of either the ocean or forests.There are wonderful activities: swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving in warm waters (get tuition from the resident dive instructor), ocean adventures by boat to see whales and dolphins, coastal forest walks, kayaking on a lake, enjoying sandy white beaches, fishing, spider walks, and phenomenal turtle tours between November and February. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners are taken out on the deck under trees.
Spend two nights at Thonga Beach Lodge
After breakfast you will be transferred back to Coastal Cashews to collect your vehicle and proceed towards Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park for your safari at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge. (Travelling time between the two lodges is approximately 3h30.) Rhino Ridge is the only private lodge within the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, offering luxury accommodation and a Big Five experience in spectacular wilderness surroundings. Enjoy high tea overlooking the reserve before setting off on a guided 4×4 safari. Sundowners take place at a special place in the wilderness, after which the drive continues until just after dark so that nocturnal animals may be seen. Safari drives happen early each morning – or one can opt for a guided walk instead (at an additional fee) – and again in the late afternoon / evening. Each safari is unique, revealing an entirely different kaleidoscope of wonders. Substantial brunches are served after the morning drives, high teas before the afternoon drives, and dinners on return. The lodge has a spa, swimming pool and viewing decks for relaxation.
Spend two nights at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Make an early departure for the drive to Isibindi Zulu Lodge (driving time about 5h20). On arrival, spend some time in your suite overlooking a rugged eco reserve before dinner. The reserve is home to plains game and many types of birds. Guided nature drives are offered daily, and guests are also free to walk and picnic in the reserve. Day tours to the historic battlesites of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift are also an option. On one of the evenings at Isibindi guests are taken to a traditional Zulu village to enjoy local drumming, singing and dancing, and a traditional Zulu dinner in a boma.
Spend two nights at Isibindi Zulu Lodge
Check out after breakfast and travel back to Durban (travelling time 4h30), or extend your trip to include a few days in the Drakensberg Mountains.
Mail us or call +27 21 797-7122. We will gladly tailor-make your tour of South Africa.


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The Modern Chess Instructor
Parts I & II
The Modern Chess Instructor
Parts I & II
by Wilhelm Steinitz
Foreword by Andy Soltis
ISBN: 978-1-941270-59-2 (print)
ISBN: 978-1-941270-60-8 (eBook)
SRP $24.95, 288 pages
May 2017
The Brilliant Originality of Steinitz
More than 125 years ago, one of the first great chess books appeared. TheModern Chess Instructor, Part I, written by then world champion Wilhelm Steinitz, was released in 1889. It was his magnum opus, setting forth for the first time the principles of modern chess. It is no exaggeration to say that Steinitz's writings have influenced every great player since.
As American grandmaster Andy Soltis notes in his foreword to this classic:
The bulk of The Modern Chess Instructor is devoted to opening analysis and annotated games that illustrate the analysis. But it is filled with original Steinitz ideas. This may be why Bobby Fischer was his greatest 20th century fan. Fischer was always looking for forgotten opening moves. In MCI and Steinitz's International Chess Magazine he found some that he later revived in tournaments, such as 9.Nh3 in the main line of the Two Knights Defense and 5.Qe2 in the Petroff (after 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nf6 3.d4 exd4 4.e5 Ne4).
Of course, the opening analysis of MCI is dated and the openings are out of fashion. But unpopular openings are not necessarily bad openings. Ask Magnus Carlsen. When he played 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Bc5 4.0-0against Sergey Karjakin in the 2016 title match, it was the first time these moves had appeared in more than a century of world championship games.
This 21st century edition has converted the archaic English descriptive notation to algebraic and reformatted the text so that it conforms to the expectations of the 21st century chessplayer. The Modern Chess Instructor's rare second part, published in 1895, has also been added. The result is a genuine treasure trove of original ideas coupled with exposition of the foundation of modern chess theory. Every chessplayer will find The Modern Chess Instructor enjoyable and instructive, a journey back to the theoretical roots of modern chess.


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Occupational Therapy
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Occupational Therapy in Disability Management
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy is a health care profession which focuses on maintaining or improving a person's level of independence in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. In vocational rehabilitation, occupational therapists work with people who have been injured so that they may attain a level of function appropriate for a return to employment. Occupational therapists also work with employers and employees to help prevent injury in the work place. OT services can be beneficial to employers, insurance companies, LTD companies, lawyers, Worker's Compensation Commission, and any other individual or group concerned with the health and safety of the worker.
ServicesThe Occupational Therapist as an educator:
Educational Services
Energy Conservation
Joint Protection
Proper Body Mechanics
Back Injury Prevention
The Occupational Therapist as an evaluator:
Home Assessment
ADLs and Modifications
Home Safety
Prescription of Adaptive Equipment
Work Assessment
Job Site Analysis
Work Station Ergonomic Review
Formal Job Description & Task Analysis
Cognitive Demands Analysis
Physical Demands Analysis
Work Site Modifications, using biomechanical and ergonomic principals
Job Supervision & Coaching
What is ergonomics?
Ergonomics is the study of fitting the work place to the worker. A review of the heights, weights, lifts, pulls, and pushes is imperative. Worker height, arm span, weight, range of motion, and functional strength and endurance need to be analyzed against information obtained from the work place to see if alterations to the work site can be accomplished in an economically feasible manner.
- Promotes functional and efficient job design.
- Promotes productivity.
- Promotes quality.
- Decreases employee fatigue, errors, and absenteeism.
- Decreases accidents and work related injuries.
- Ultimately saves money.
North American Statistics:
- Back pain is only second to the common cold as a cause of lost time in the workplace.
- 80% of people will have back pain at some degree during their lives.
- 50% of individual health is determined by lifestyle choices.
- Workers in sedentary jobs have the same likelihood of experiencing back pain as those doing heavy labor.
- Early intervention can help to avoid chronicity.
To educate participants as to the factors contributing to back/neck injury and how they can influence the risks associated with posture, fitness, flexibility and body mechanics in all activities of daily living at home and at the workplace. Education will include:
- Anatomy of the spine.
- Proper posture while sleeping, sitting or standing.
- Body mechanics, including materials handling, office ergonomics, etc.
- How to modify home and work environments to prevent injury and re-injury with specific focus on the employee's job.
- How to modify positions to reduce physical stress.
- How to modify job duties to prevent injury.
- General exercises to maintain and improve strength and flexibility.
- Use of devices to correct postural alignment and reduce physical stress (eg. Obus forms, neck and back rolls).
Repetitive Strain Injury is a collective term for a range of tendon and muscle injuries caused by repeated action, constrained postured, or both. Tendonitis, Myositis, Epicondylitis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome are examples of RSI.
The purpose of RSI prevention service is to educate the client by providing information on:
their condition, the cause, and remediation; workplace modifications to prevent recurrence; the early warning signs of RSI. Education will include:
- Information on the nature of RSI's and how to avoid them or minimize their impact.
- Modifying behaviors which lead to RSI.
- One on one instruction.
- Informal discussion for sharing of experience and suggestions.
- Printed educational material.
- May be general in content of or tailored to specific groups of employees' job demands and the environment of the workplace.
A Job Site Analysis is an analysis of the physical and environmental demands of a job performed at the work site. This is a formal objective assessment of the physical demands which are needed to carry out a specific job such as lifting, carrying, and walking. The Occupational Therapist will gather information and compare the individual's physical tolerances with the specific physical demands of the job. It is then determined by the Occupational Therapist whether or not the employee can safely carry out the job demands.
- To collect data required for goal setting in work hardening.
- To compare an injured worker's abilities with his or her functional capacities to facilitate and expedite a return to work.
- To assess equipment and environmental factors and recommend modifications to the work site to facilitate return to work.
- To collect data about the job to match the worker to job options available through the collective agreement.
- An on-site job interview with both the client and his or her employer to obtain pertinent information.
- Observation of the work being performed.
- Measurement of forces, loads, distances, and repetitions required.
- Evaluation of equipment and tools used in regard to job demands.
- Job site analysis report includes a description of the job components, an analysis of the physical demands of the job, and feasible recommendations for modifications to the work site.
A work station review is an assessment of an individual's work station to recommend modifications to the design of the work station, the job carried out at that work station, or the individual's method of work to improve the individual's ability to tolerate work demands.
- Office ergonomic education.
- On-site work station evaluation and interview/screening of worker.
- Recommendations to change work station or method of performing tasks, or to control physical symptoms and a follow-up to ensure recommendations are effective.
- A customized report will include identification of problematic areas and recommendations for change.