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I've long had a rule in my home: one thing in, one thing out.
This is pretty much the first commandment for all folks looking to keep space simplified and organized. For example, in order to keep myself on track in my closet, I have a set number of hangers (the same number I had when I owned 105 Things). So if I happen to come home from my favorite used-clothing store with a new sweater I'm forced to part with something else before I hang that sweater up.
This has worked wonders for both Cam and I: keeping our closet clean, making our combined "getting dressed" time about 2 minutes, and making it a breeze to pack for trips.
I also have another rule: I will never go into consumer debt again. Ever ever ever.
Anyone who has ever been in debt knows it is a shitty place to be. You are treading water while weight (debt, anxiety, bills) keeps piling up, the threat of going under terrifyingly close by. Once I finally became debt free in 2011 I swore up and down that no matter the circumstances, I would not let myself create a credit card bill I could not pay off.
So even though the first few years of a new business tend to be quite lean, I've had to find a way to keep my non-essentials well within my income. And as I've spent more years inside of a minimalist home, I've found my consumer wants to be greatly tempered.
But I am human and there are still a few things I really, really want... Which is why I've become a master as selling the things I don't.
I've started calling this my Vitamix Principle (because I'm obsessed with getting one but man are those babies are pricey). Basically it means this: if there is something that I want and cannot afford, I sell things I own and don't love until I've raised enough money to buy the new item.
This way I never dip into savings or go overboard on a credit card AND I have a built-in system for getting rid of things I don't need.
Let's use my Vitamix as an example of how this all works.
- In general, when you resell an item you should plan on getting approximately 25% of what you paid for it. Of course this varies greatly across items (an iPhone with the box and accessories will sell for 50% of retail while a sweater from a discount retailer like Old Navy will sell for 5-10% of original price) but serves as a good rule of thumb.
- This means that you need to sell 4 items of the same retail value as the item you want to purchase.
- Once you've selected the items to sell, you need to choose the best method for resale: ebay, craigslist, consignment, or a mobile app. Your sales method is largely determined by the item itself; heavy items don't ship well so craigslist might be best, name brand clothing sells like hotcakes on ebay, furniture is easily consigned.
- Keep record of the items you've sold and for how much. Once you've reached your goal amount, you can:
- Go buy you new item!
The best part of this process? It's a lot of work.
And that's great because so much of our consumption is done so mindlessly, effortlessly. Want to know how much thought I give to a book before I press the 1-Click Purchase button? Almost none.
Want to know how much thought I give to buying a $400 blender? A blog post and a 6 hours of re-selling items worth. And having been in debt before, I think that's a good thing.
Try it out yourself!
Next time you see a sweater or bag or appliance you really want make a note of it's price. Then go home and find 4 things of about the same sticker price that you don't need and sell them.


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Making sure that your dog stays in the yard is one of the most important aspects of keeping them safe. It will also keep you from having a yelling match with your neighbors. Large bulky fences take away from the aesthetic appeal of your yard, which is why so many dog owners choose to go with some of the best electric fences for dogs instead.
These top 3 best electric fences for dogs are much easier than the collar for dogs systems that use a wireless remote or the wireless systems that have an electric transmitter. Best electric fences for dogs allow you to set up your perimeter in any shape you want and you don't have to worry about keeping an eye on your pet every second that they are outside.
ATTENTION, dear dog owner. Before you purchase ANY type of electric shock collar for your dog, please take a look at the following articles and strongly consider conclusions drawn by scientific evidence and dog experts:
- The end for shock collars?
- Electronic training collars present welfare risk to pet dogs
- Studies on shock collars on dogs
Top 3 Best Electric Fences for Dogs
Elite Little Dog in-ground fence
Little dogs can sometimes be the most difficult to train, and if you are concerned that the shock voltage is going to be too strong for your dog you should check out the Elite Little Dog In-ground Fence (read our review of this in-ground dog fence!)
This first one of the best electric fences for dogs is specifically designed for small dogs and offers 4 levels of electrostatic correction settings, including one that is tone only. It comes with enough wire and flags to secure 1/3 of an acre also. A waterproof collar that is made of reflective material is also included so you won't have trouble spotting your dog at night. You can buy this system for about $170.
SportDOG 100-Acre In-Ground Pet Fence System
The SportDOG 100-Acre In-Ground Pet Fence System is one of the top rated best electric fences for dogs available. Amazon usually have this for the best price available, which is around $240, and you will definitely get what you pay for. This fence can be used on any dog weighing over 10 pounds, and as long as you purchase additional collars, you can have as many dogs as you want hooked up to the system.
System's collar is waterproof and has 4 correction settings, including tone and vibration, so you can choose a higher or lower setting depending on the intensity that your dog requires. It is also equipped with an anti-linger feature to preserve the battery. This system comes with 1000 feet of wire and 100 boundary flags which will cover over half an acre of land. One thing to note about this best electric fences for dogs is that this collar is for use in the U.S. only and it will not work properly with international voltage.
PetSafe Stubborn Dog Inground Fence
Another top choice is the PetSafe Stubborn Dog Inground Fence. You can pick it up for about $180, and – like its name suggests – it is perfect and one of the best electric fences for dogs that are more difficult to train. It is primarily made for larger dogs that are over 30 pounds. It comes with 500 feet of boundary wire and 50 boundary flags. This system also comes with a waterproof collar and has 5 correction settings. It can cover up to 1/3 of an acre. This system will not work with international voltage either.
All three of these best electric fences for dogs systems offer expansion packs that you can purchase to fence in a larger area. If you wish, you can also buy extra collars for each system.
Whether you choose to go with one of these suggested top-rated best electric fences for dogs, or you do your own research and decide to go with something else, be sure to research before you buy. Every inground system has different ratings and settings that are used for different sized dogs and the last thing you want is to give your dog a shock that is too strong.
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links, meaning that Top Dog Tips earns a commission if you purchase an item using any of these links. Please note that the above content is NOT a review of products but rather a compilation of items that have been rated and evaluated by customers who used them. We do NOT endorse any of the products and have not tested the items listed above, and we strongly urge you to do your own research before buying any pet supplies mentioned on this website.

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Anime Club
The Anime Club at Molloy College is devoted to the friendly exchange of knowledge about Japan, Anime, Manga, Comics, Videogames and the Internet, as well as the culture surrounding it. From watching anime episodes, to playing hit videogame classics, to discussing all the latest news within the realm of fandom, the Anime Club is open to anyone and everyone that shares a passion for anime, manga, comics, games and Japanese culture.
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While many major population centers are blessed with beautiful surroundings, big cities also have many drawbacks, such as soul-crushing traffic and long commute times, pressure to conform to social expectations, and high living costs. For some, these tradeoffs are worth it. For others, the lure of a slower pace and quieter surroundings wins out. Every year, thousands of working-age people move from big cities to smaller cities, often in scenic areas, that are better known for drawing seasonal tourists and retirees.
Not every tourist-friendly town is a good candidate for a full-time relocation. Many lack economic diversity, with employment concentrated in low-paying service industries. Others, whether due to their popularity with well-heeled tourists or a lack of land suitable for development, are too expensive for the average family.
Tourist Hot Spots Where You Can Put Down Roots
Some tourist towns occupy an apparent sweet spot, boasting ample employment opportunities, reasonable living costs, and family-friendly amenities – not to mention recreational opportunities that aren't easily accessible for most big-city residents. If you're thinking seriously about relocating, here are 10 tourist-friendly towns – in no particular order – that should rank high on your relocation list.
1. Fort Collins, Colorado
- City/Metro Area Population: 151,000/310,000
- Unemployment Rate: 4.3%
- Change from Year Earlier: -0.9%
- Average Home Price: $241,000 (national average is $200,000)
- Median Household Income: $49,500 (national average is $52,000)
- Average Commute Time: 17 minutes (national average is 25 minutes)
- Cost of Living Index: 95 (national average is 100)
Fort Collins is the northernmost population center along Colorado's Front Range. Like other cities in the region, it offers breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains' foothills and high peaks. Though it's not technically in the mountains, it's surrounded by natural areas, from Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area, a great bird-watching spot, to Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, a popular spot for day hikers.
If you're looking for world-class wilderness, mountainous Roosevelt National Forest lies just on the other side of Horsetooth Mountain. And the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, home to some of the highest peaks in Colorado, is just an hour to the southwest. Homes are a bit pricier than average here, but a lower cost of living makes up for it.
Fort Collins is the home of Colorado State University, the state's second-largest public university (after the University of Colorado-Boulder). The population is youthful, active, and well-educated, creating a sturdy foundation for a dynamic, entrepreneurial economy. High-paying service jobs abound, as do opportunities in information technology. Since the semi-arid climate is perfect for computer and semiconductor manufacturing, tech giants (including AMD, Intel, Agilent, and Hewlett-Packard) have a big presence. Healthcare is a mainstay as well, with homegrown Poudre Valley Health System employing more than 3,000 locals.
These buttoned-up industries are critical, but Fort Collins is also famous for its lighter side, including unique businesses created by thousands of locals in their late teens and twenties. The city is a hub of the state's booming beer industry, drawing untold thousands of visitors and tourists. And the city's most successful breweries, such as New Belgium Brewing Company, earn millions of dollars in annual revenues through national distribution. Even Anheuser-Busch has a major bottling plant in Fort Collins – who ever said business was boring?
2. Flagstaff, Arizona
- City/Metro Area Population: 69,000/137,000
- Unemployment Rate: 4.6%
- Change from Year Earlier: -0.7%
- Average Home Price: $310,000
- Median Household Income: $49,500
- Average Commute Time: 17 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 103
Flagstaff is another college town with breathtaking mountain views. Unlike Fort Collins, this northern Arizona city sits in the heart of the state's most rugged region, just 10 miles from the towering San Francisco Peaks. Arizona Snowbowl, the state's preeminent ski area, sits on the far side of nearby Mount Humphreys. For hikers and camping enthusiasts, the dense pine forests that surround Flagstaff are a dream come true. And world-famous Arizona landmarks, such as the Painted Desert, Petrified Forest National Park, Meteor Crater, and Grand Canyon National Park, lie within a couple hours' drive.
Despite the heavy influence of the tourism industry (which is apparent in the mostly authentic, occasionally kitschy Old West-style downtown), Flagstaff's economy is surprisingly diverse. Northern Arizona University is one of the Southwest's top research institutions, and the city's high elevation and clear skies have attracted a so-called astronomy cluster (including the nearby Lowell Observatory). Also, Flagstaff sits at the intersection of major thoroughfares connecting Phoenix, Albuquerque, and Las Vegas, making it an important logistics hub. It has a surprisingly robust manufacturing sector, with Nestle-Purina (pet food) and W.L. Gore & Associates (Gore-Tex clothing) operating factories here.
Though owner-occupied housing is expensive in Flagstaff, rents are more reasonable due to the high student population. And the surprising economic diversity offers opportunities in just about every industry, including manufacturing and shipping jobs that don't require a four-year degree. Plus, this tidy city boasts short commutes, a far milder climate than sun-baked Phoenix (from which many Flagstaff residents relocate), and enviable proximity to some of the United States' most stunning landscapes.
3. Roanoke, Virginia
- City/Metro Area Population: 97,000/312,000
- Unemployment Rate: 5.6%
- Change from Year Earlier: -1.0%
- Average Home Price: $129,000
- Median Household Income: $36,500
- Average Commute Time: 21 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 82
Though it's the biggest city in southwestern Virginia, Roanoke retains a small-town vibe. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it's a popular base for tourists from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. The Blue Ridge Parkway, one of the country's oldest and most scenic byways, dips into the valley before ascending back into the highlands, as does the Appalachian Trail.
To the north, Jefferson National Forest harbors some of Virginia's highest peaks, as well as the towering Natural Bridge. Meanwhile, Roanoke proper is old enough to excite students of history, boasting well-preserved 19th century architecture and old neighborhoods that date to its days as a Southern rail hub.
Today, Roanoke retains its status as a shipping city. For instance, UPS, Orvis (a sporting goods manufacturer), and Norfolk Southern Railway have facilities in the area. And in recent years, low labor costs have strengthened the city's manufacturing sector. GE, ITT (a military equipment manufacturer), and Yokohama have a presence in the area, collectively employing thousands. And thanks to the presence of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, one of the Blue Ridge's biggest medical hubs, the healthcare sector employs nearly 6% of the local workforce.
With short commute times, super-low housing costs, and low prices on just about everything, Roanoke's cost of living is a bargain by any standard. But its location at the foot of a stunning mountain range, as well as its relative isolation from the hustle and bustle of the D.C. area – four hours by car – make its case as a great place for relocation.
4. Concord, New Hampshire
- City/Metro Area Population: 43,000/146,000
- Unemployment Rate: 3.6%
- Change from Year Earlier: -0/7%
- Average Home Price: $228,000
- Median Household Income: $52,000
- Average Commute Time: 23 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 110
Concord's not exactly the hub of New Hampshire's tourist industry, but it's the closest population center to the state's two main tourist districts, the Lakes Area (roughly 45 minutes by car), and the White Mountains (roughly 90 minutes by car). Both destinations are paradise on earth for hikers and snow-sports enthusiasts. Several major ski areas are within an hour's drive, with more options just beyond that range. Closer to town, Mount Kearsarge State Forest and Rollins State Park offer great views of the Connecticut and Merrimack River Valleys. And in the fall, residents experience the full measure of New Hampshire's beauty with a simple glance out the window at a multicolored foliage display.
As New Hampshire's state capital, Concord has a stable economy. The state is the area's largest employer by far, with Concord Hospital coming in second, and Genesis Healthcare, a long-term care provider, not far behind. Though the University of New Hampshire isn't within easy commuting distance, the institution's law school is located within the city limits, and Concord is home to some of the state's most elite law firms.
Seeking higher pay and greater opportunity, some ambitious residents make the daily drive to Boston's northern suburbs, a trip that takes about an hour in perfect traffic conditions (though commute times during business driving hours often exceed three hours). But with so many opportunities close by, there's no need to go to such lengths.
Concord is located in an expensive part of the country, so its cost of living is slightly above average. But reasonable housing prices and above-average wages make up for this. A rock-bottom unemployment rate helps, too: If you have marketable skills and aren't afraid to pound the pavement, it's hard to believe you couldn't find a job. And New Hampshire is unique among neighboring states in that it lacks a state income tax. If you're feeling trapped by Boston's expensive rat race, relief might be right up the road.
5. Traverse City, Michigan
- City/Metro Area Population: 15,000/143,000
- Unemployment Rate: 6.6%
- Change from Year Earlier: Flat
- Average Home Price: $178,000
- Median Household Income: $42,000
- Average Commute Time: 17 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 93
To outsiders, "Michigan" has been a dirty word since the near-collapse of the auto industry in the late 2000s, but Traverse City is a four-hour drive from the faded glory of Detroit. Located in the beautiful northwestern corner of the Lower Peninsula, it sits on Grand Traverse Bay, a vast inlet of Lake Michigan that's surrounded by picturesque hills. With a mild micro-climate that encourages the growth of tart fruits, Traverse City is the Midwest's top exporter of grapes, cherries, and wine (cold-hardy strains of Gewurtztraminer and Pinot Noir are particularly successful here). Most of the area's 30-plus vineyards sit on the compact Leelanau Peninsula, just northwest of the city, and it's possible to hit several of them in the course of a leisurely day.
If wine tasting isn't your thing, head a bit farther west to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, where you can stand atop a 450-foot mountain of sand and gaze past the rugged shoreline to the open waters of Lake Michigan. In early July, the National Cherry Festival draws thousands of visitors to downtown Traverse City for a week's worth of cherry-related activities. And in the winter, nearby Boyne Highlands is a one-stop shop for winter sports enthusiasts – though its vertical drop is bound to disappoint those used to skiing in the Rockies and Sierras.
Boutique agriculture isn't the only thing going on in Traverse City. A hefty population of retirees has the region's healthcare sector booming, and lifestyle entrepreneurs have opened world-class breweries, wineries, restaurants, and cozy bed-and-breakfast inns. Air passenger traffic, a solid measure of economic activity, has increased year-over-year at Cherry Capital Airport.
Cheap housing, low living costs, and short commutes set Traverse City apart from pricier vacation destinations. Though unemployment is higher than some places, it's far lower than in Michigan's bigger cities.
6. Logan, Utah
- City/Metro Area Population: 48,000/125,000
- Unemployment Rate: 2.6%
- Change from Year Earlier: -0.9%
- Average Home Price: $161,000
- Median Household Income: $35,500
- Average Commute Time: 15 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 85
About an hour and a half north of Salt Lake City, halfway between the Great Salt Lake's Bear River Bay and beautiful Bear Lake, lies Logan, Utah. It's bounded by the Bear River Mountains to the east and the farmlands of the Cache River Valley to the north and west. The climate here is surprisingly humid for the Intermountain West, making Logan a popular destination for eastern transplants. It's also an important city for followers of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, with landmarks such as the Logan Tabernacle and Logan Utah Temple attracting pilgrims from the surrounding area.
The surrounding terrain is the main draw in Logan: The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest offers seemingly endless hiking opportunities, while the bottomlands near the Great Salt Lake draw migratory birds during the transitional seasons. Just over the mountains, the shores of Bear Lake are a paradise for boaters and fishermen. All this, without the hustle and bustle of the rapidly growing Salt Lake City.
Logan's economic engines – aside from tourism – include healthcare and education. Utah State University – 17,000 students strong – sits in the city's eastern foothills. Logan Regional Hospital is a key acute-care institution for adjacent, thinly-populated rural areas of Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah. That said, novel industries exist here too, including ICON Health & Fitness (an exercise equipment manufacturer), Campbell Scientific (which manufactures laboratory instruments), and the Space Dynamic Laboratories, a Utah State University-owned corporation that makes high-tech equipment for spacecraft.
With a super-low unemployment rate, it's not hard to find a decent-paying job here. And once you've got a job, the rock-bottom living costs – and those incredible mountain views – make it easy to stick around.
7. Galveston, Texas
- City/Metro Area Population: 48,000/290,000
- Unemployment Rate: 5.2%
- Change from Year Earlier: -1.5%
- Average Home Price: $121,500
- Median Household Income: $36,000
- Average Commute Time: 22 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 82
Galveston doesn't necessarily fit the tourist town mold: It's part of a major port complex that handles a lot of the country's petrochemical traffic (and a fair amount of its cruise passenger traffic too). But it's also a popular getaway for folks from Texas and Louisiana, thanks largely to its historic charm, scenic barrier island location, and (somewhat) mild sea breezes that keep it cool during the summer.
The island has several high-profile museums, including the Lone Star Flight Museum and the Galveston Railroad Museum, as well as family-friendly attractions like Moody Gardens (a botanical garden inside a see-through pyramid) and the Schlitterbahn Waterpark. For history buffs, the Strand neighborhood is reminiscent of New Orleans' French Quarter, though smaller and far less raucous. And if you're lucky enough to own a boat, the vast tidal waters of Trinity Bay are at your disposal.
Galveston is just an hour south of Houston, but the pace of life is immeasurably slower, and the open-water views can't be matched. The economy is nearly as attractive, with below-average unemployment and rock-bottom costs for housing, food, and fuel. And the employment base is more diverse than the typical tourist town. The Port of Galveston, just north of town, employs hundreds of locals. The local finance industry is surprisingly robust, with American National Insurance Company – which does business through multiple subsidiaries – headquartered here. There are several hospitals as well, including a level 1 trauma center that handles constant inflow of injured roughnecks, port workers, and refinery employees.
There is one major drawback to living in Galveston: It's unusually hurricane-prone, as evidenced by the near destruction in the legendary 1900 Galveston Hurricane. Do your research on insurance and housing needs before making a move.
8. Greenville, South Carolina
- City/Metro Area Population: 61,000/851,000
- Unemployment Rate: 3.8%
- Change from Year Earlier: -1.6%
- Average Home Price: $183,500
- Median Household Income: $40,000
- Average Commute Time: 19 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 91
Located in the beautiful foothills of the southern Appalachian Mountains, Greenville is part of South Carolina's second-largest metropolitan area. It's also part of the greater Interstate 85 corridor, otherwise known as "the Upstate," a fast-growing region book-ended by Atlanta and Charlotte.
Despite its population density, the city itself is surrounded by parkland and undeveloped forest, giving it an insular, small-town feel. To get a good view of the region, you can climb to the highlands of Paris Mountain State Park, just outside town, or venture a bit farther to the rugged wilds of the Mountain Bridge Wilderness.
Greenville is also renowned for its creativity, as the Fall for Greenville and Artisphere arts festivals court culture buffs in the fall and spring. And though South Carolina's summers get a bad rap for their unrelenting heat and humidity, Greenville enjoys some of the mildest weather in the state.
Greenville's economy performs better than that of downstate South Carolina. You can credit its low unemployment figure to a growing collection of high-tech manufacturers and automotive suppliers drawn to the area by affordable land, low state taxes, and lower labor costs. Upstate employers include BMW – the German automaker has its only U.S. manufacturing facility here – 3M, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, GE, Caterpillar, and Michelin. Even though workers don't earn quite as much as they do in more expensive Northeastern and Midwestern manufacturing hubs, affordable housing, low living costs, and high quality of life make it worthwhile.
9. Duluth, Minnesota
- City/Metro Area Population: 86,000/280,000
- June 2014 Unemployment Rate: 5.1%
- Change from Year Earlier: -0.6%
- Average Home Price: $151,000
- Median Household Income: $41,000
- Average Commute Time: 19 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 91
As the world's most isolated open-water port, Duluth sits at the western end of the Great Lakes. It got its start as a shipping hub for the ore from Minnesota's Iron Range, and its flashy past shows in the Gilded Age mansions that hug the steep ridge above town. Duluth's port still operates, loading ore onto ships for the journey to refineries on the lower Great Lakes, but that's just a small part of its economy.
These days, Duluth is a gateway for visitors to the vast, sparsely-populated Superior National Forest, which stretches from Lake Superior's northern shore into Ontario, where it continues as Quetico Provincial Park. Thousands of teeming inland lakes, hundreds of miles of trails, and thriving moose and wolf populations make it a magnet for outdoorsy types. The unique, million-acre Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a contiguous chain of countless lakes in which motorized vehicles of any kind are banned, straddles the U.S.-Canada border.
The Lake Superior shore is impressive, with Tettegouche State Park and Temperance River State Park harboring dramatic cliffs and gushing waterfalls that empty into the world's largest freshwater body. It takes less than three hours to drive from Duluth to the Canadian border along the big lake, but most visitors need two or three days to absorb it all.
Despite its geographic isolation and the sparse population of the surrounding area, Duluth has a diverse economy. It's a hub for aircraft manufacturers, including Cirrus Aircraft and Kestrel Aircraft, both of which make single-engine or turboprop planes. The city's R&D economy is robust, as well, with the high-tech companies Ecolab and ASci Corporation maintaining a presence in the area. And tourist-friendly start-ups, from breweries and distilleries, to wilderness outfitters and tour companies, thrive in the area. Low land and commodity prices make it likely that businesses will continue to grow in the years to come.
10. Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
- City/Metro Area Population: 44,000/680,000
- Unemployment Rate: 4.9%
- Change from Year Earlier: -1.5%
- Average Home Price: $202,000
- Median Household Income: $38,500
- Average Commute Time: 19 minutes
- Cost of Living Index: 91
Located on a stunning lake in the transition zone between the dense, mountainous forests of the Bitterroot Mountains and the semi-arid grasslands of the Columbia Plateau, Coeur d'Alene is gaining a well-deserved reputation as a world-class tourist destination. In the uninhabited terrain to the northeast, the Coeur d'Alene National Forest harbors mist-shrouded peaks that challenge the most experienced climbers. A chain of substantial lakes stretches due north, culminating at isolated – but huge – Lake Pend Oreille. A quick drive to the east brings movie buffs to the nearly-forgotten town of Wallace, the backdrop for "Dante's Peak" (a Pierce Brosnan vehicle from the late '90s). Quaint silver mines dot the surrounding hills, and the city itself is famous for hosting one of the country's largest Christmas light displays.
Believe it or not, the community is more than just a tourist destination. The massive, old-school Coeur d'Alene Resort is a fixture here, and favorable corporate tax laws have encouraged innovative businesses to set up shop as well. Kootenai Healthcare, a growing hospital system, is the largest local employer. The Pita Pit, a wildly successful food service franchise, is a homegrown success story. Hecla Mining, which focuses on silver deposits throughout North America (and employs dozens of engineers at six-figure salaries), has a growing presence in the region.
And despite its apparent isolation, the city benefits from its strategic location at the eastern end of a 40-mile economic corridor that terminates west of Spokane, Washington. Along it, the cities of Post Falls, Idaho, and Spokane Valley, Washington, support major employers including Sysco (a food distributor), Center Parters (a call center), and Buck Knives (a high-end manufacturer of hunting knives). No matter where you live in the Coeur d'Alene area, you can count on short commutes, affordable housing, and a tight labor market that rewards job-seekers.
Final Word
Not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to pack up and move at a moment's notice. Chances are, you have a lot keeping you where you're at, such as jobs, families, and a mortgage. The uncertainty of taking a leap of faith and moving somewhere unfamiliar might weigh on you, but if you're disillusioned with the daily grind and wonder whether a change might do you good, these beautiful, affordable, and economically-vibrant destinations should top your list.
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Sunday, October 2nd
Scroll down to view Sunday's special events and film line-up!
Ovarian Psycos Community Bike Ride — 9:00am
Join nuestras invitadas especiales Las Ovarian Psycos-Cycles Brigade, in town from East LA for the Festival, cycling around Watsonville for healing and celebration of our communities. Meeting at the Parking Lot behind the Fox Theater.
El Canto del colibrí — 12:00pm
Marco Castro-Bojorquez - Director Attending
El Canto del Colibrí is a story of Latino fathers dealing with issues of immigration, faith, marriage equality, machismo, culture, and the process of their LGBTQ children coming out. Much like the seldom-heard song of the hummingbird, the voices of Latino fathers are rarely heard in addressing LGBTQ issues. This film aims to amplify their voices, seeking to fight isolation and build bridges of hope and solidarity among our Latino fathers, their families and community activists.
[53 min. All Ages. Bilingual Spanish/English]
Opening Short: Libertad
Indivisible — 2:00pm
Hilary Linder - Director Attending
Renata, Evelyn and Antonio were young children when their parents brought them to the U.S. in search of a better life. They were teenagers when their mothers, fathers, and siblings were deported. Indivisible follows these three DREAMers as they fight for a pathway to citizenship and a chance to be reunited with their loved ones. An emotional & inspiring film about the young people at the heart of our nation's immigration debate.
[80 min. English, Spanish, Portuguese with English subtitles. All ages]
Boy & the World — 4:00pm
Boy & the World / O Menino e o Mundo
Alê Abreu
Cuca's cozy rural life is shattered when his father leaves for the city. Determined to reunite his family, Cuca embarks on a journey that unfolds like a tapestry – the film's stunning visuals becoming more complex as his small world expands. The story of a changing world through the eyes of a curious child, Boy and the World depicts a clash between village & city, nature & industry, rich & poor – and despite the tumult, the heart and soul of the people beats on as a song. 2015 Academy Award Nominee for Best Animated Film.
[80 min. No dialogue. All ages]
Opening Short: Noir
Closing Fiesta at Plaza Vigil — 5:30pm
Join us for a fun community celebration to close the festival, with food & music sponsored by the Plaza Vigil Merchants Association, across from La Plazita. Free to the public.


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Five places your business should source online reviews other than Google & Yelp
Hopefully by now you know how important it is to not only have local reviews posted for your business, but to incorporate those reviews into your overall marketing and advertising plan.
Uber Buys Microsoft's Mapping Tech to Lessen Reliance on Google Maps
Uber has purchased Bing mapping technology and absorbed 100 Bing Maps employees in an effort to build its own geo-location data. The move could allow the company to break ties with Google Maps.
Uber Partners With Foursquare to Combine Local Search and Transportation
Uber has continued a string of search-based partnerships, including Microsoft and YP, that will ostensibly give the car service app a leg up over Lyft and local cab services.
Does Yelp Really Matter?
In a search marketing world that is dictated by Google, should businesses care about getting Yelp reviews?
Social and SEO Work Better Together
While Facebook likes and Twitter followers don't directly affect search rankings, social and SEO work hand-in-hand.
Expert Tips for Cracking Pigeon and Winning Local
Ever since Google rolled out its Pigeon algorithm for local search, SMBs have looked for ways to get back on top. Here's some insider advice for getting to the top of the rankings.
Centralizing Location Data: 3 Steps to Local SEO Success
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CNA Training in California
Gain the skills you need to provide high-quality care to residents in long-term care facilities, hospitals, home healthcare and hospice settings. The American Red Cross offers CNA classes in California that make it all possible. Our program is designed with input from educators, caregivers and industry experts from across the country, so you can stay at the forefront of patient care.
The American Red Cross offers CNA training in California so that you can begin your career in the medical industry. With an emphasis on academics and hands-on skills training, our classes can help you not only prepare for your state CNA certification exam, but help you achieve your dream of working in healthcare. All classes are taught in person by caring, knowledgeable professionals who can help you learn critical concepts and gain confidence in your work.
California CNA classes from the American Red Cross are designed as small, daytime courses which makes it possible to get personalized attention as you learn under the tutelage of licensed instructors with professional nursing experience. After completing your classroom training, you'll gain hands-on experience by working directly with patients in a healthcare facility during your clinical rotations. All rotations are supervised by a Licensed Nurse, who is also licensed by the state as a Nurse Assistant Training Instructor, who can give you the guidance you need to succeed.
Our CNA training in California focuses on helping you develop skills that are applicable to a wide range of healthcare environments. By doing so, you can build a foundation of knowledge and good habits before specializing or continuing with additional training. Currently, our California CNA classes include instruction in CPR, First Aid, and AED usage, infection control, taking vital signs, range-of-motion exercises, delivering care and other important skills. In addition, our instructors can help you gracefully transition from student to employee and help you understand what it takes to become a valuable member of any team.
Your Red Cross instructors can help you gain the skills and confidence needed to pass the state certification exam and prepare for your career in the medical field. However, because California CNA certification is granted by the state, you must also pass the exam (written and skills) prior to working as a CNA.
In order to become a licensed certified nursing assistant, you must receive fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) prior to registering for California CNA training classes with the American Red Cross. In addition, you must pass written and skills exams after your coursework is complete. In some cases these exams, as well as practice exams, may be taken at your local Red Cross CNA test facility. Find a facility in your area for more information on the tests and training opportunities available.
The Red Cross not only has more than 100 years of experience in training individuals for work in the nursing industry, it also has one of the best CNA training programs in the country.* Designed to deliver the latest information and help you develop the skills you'll use every day, our California CNA classes combine in-class instruction with hands-on experience, and gives you access to caring, knowledgeable instructors who are at the forefront of their professions.
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Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg have become a complimentary tag team. Not only does their love for weed connect them, but the Doggfather has taken the young homie under his wing. With their upcoming straight-to-DVD movie High School on the way, this track sounds like the theme to the movie as well as their own smoke-filled lives.
Wiz Khalifa & Snoop Dogg "Young, Wild & Free"
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BRIGHT: Tonight, join Phil Spector protégée Darlene Love, The Big Apple Chorus and Big Apple Circus, the Soul Tigers and the Neptune High School Marching Bands, plus the usual suspects—Rudolph, Frosty—for the very first switch-flipping ceremony of the holiday season at the South Street Seaport's 27th Annual Seaport Chorus Tree Lighting. It may not be the biggest, but it's possibly the most charming. 6PM.
STOCKING FEAT: Yes, it's the Biggest Shopping Day of the Year. Counter that daunting proposition with a visit to the Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store's Upper West Side Pop-up. We've long loved the Boerum Hill giftery for its quirky, homey stock of gadgets, home accessories and old-fashioned treats, and now you can shop the goods without crossing a river at the 1,600-square-foot temp shop at 2408 Broadway, near 88th, through Christmas eve. NY Mag has a fun slideshow. 11-8PM Monday-Saturday; 11-7PM Sunday.
JUSTIN TIME: That high-pitched squeal you hear in Midtown? That'd be the Justin Bieber book signing at the Barnes & Noble near Bryant Park. There are wristbands involved (you need to be in line at 8AM for that) and we can only imagine the general hysteria at this event will make the Black Friday scene at shopping malls across the country pale in comparison. Still, how psyched will your daughter/niece/little sister be when you present her with a signed copy of First Step 2 Forever: My Story? A: Very. 2PM.
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Year round to the maxi! (Wear it for summer)
I know I'm jumping on an existing fashion band wagon since it seems like everyone's been in a maxi skirt all summer. But I just wore a maxi skirt to work for the first time and I love it! It's such a versatile piece of clothing (not to mention super comfortable). Paired with the right accessories and shoes, this fashion phenomenon can work in just about any situation - even cold ones! For the summer I think it's important to keep the skirt simple with light tank, sandals and a crossbody. It's super easy to pack or travel in too. Here are some of my favorite summer accessories to go with a summer maxi.
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Harvard Business School Studies Beyoncé's Biz Savvy
MBA stands for master's in business administration. But at the Harvard Business School, the "B" may now stand for pop singer Beyoncé Knowles. A new case study from a professor at the prestigious institution takes an in-depth look at Queen Bey's decision to engineer a stealth online release last year of her fifth solo album, according to the Harvard Gazette.
Beyoncé's management company, Parkwood Entertainment, secretly worked with her label, Columbia Records, as well as Apple, Facebook, and Instagram to drop the release with no advance notice. Harvard Business School Professor Anita Elberse, working with Stacie Smith, who received her Harvard M.B.A. this year, looked at the project and the lessons it can teach MBA students.
Rather than working through the usual chains of distribution, including online and CDs, Beyoncé instead released the album at midnight on December 13, 2013, according Bloomberg Businessweek. Fans could not buy single tracks. Instead, they had to pay $15.99 for the full album, like in the old days when record and CD albums were the only form of distribution and buying a single song was out of the question.
The shift to releasing digital tracks separately has meant a loss of revenue for the music industry because people who only wanted a song or two weren't forced to buy a complete bundle. The strategy that Beyoncé used likely meant far more money for both her and Columbia, as the album was a big hit. It sold 828,773 copies in three days and was another number one hit.
"She's clearly among the most powerful people in the music industry at the moment ... so to understand the operation behind such a powerful figure is always very interesting," Elberse said to the Gazette.
Elberse does question whether the move was necessarily smart in the long run. The decisions of Beyoncé and her business associates might have damaged relationships with long-time partners who were cut out of the distribution and any chance to make a profit. Target and Amazon.com refused to sell the physical album, according to Bloomberg. Fans who are accustomed to purchasing only the tracks they want might be cooler toward the singer in the future. Then again, it may be that Beyoncé has correctly calculated that, like her top single, she is Irreplaceable.


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Tree / House
Video shot by He Shu-ming / Edited by Lin Weidong
Part of the Singapore Theatre Festival
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part of the Singapore Theatre Festival.
The Swordfish, then the Concubine
video shot by koo chia meng and edited by lin weidong
Videos shot and edited by He Shu-ming
Part of the Singapore Theatre Festival
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2. Help Me Eros
This is the second feature of Li Kang-Sheng (Tsai Ming Liang's muse), following The Missing. This story, sadly for the horn-dogs and Yang Tze 'umbrellas', is not really about eroticism. Yes, sex scenes a couple but they make up less than 20% of the film and I would prefer to think of them as neurotic sex that exists in an almost imagined space. Firstly, let's give LKS some credit by not assuming this film is a TML rip-off. This film is by my own standard not 'slow' cinema. The pacing picks up pretty well actually (either that I've learn to appreciate TML better) and is jammed packed with subtle visual puns and symbolisms. All in all the character developments I would say is not extremely spot-on believable but is 3D enough to understand their motivations. What I would think really works in this film by LKS is the storyline and the visual elements. We all should give LKS a chance. This is seriously not bad!
3. Red Cliff
Massive production costs just makes it harder for me to stomach this. I would expect a lot of cheesy but still expensive CGI which I imagine someone saying 'My God That's Awesome' to be quite prevalent throughout but actually, their choice of CGI inputs were by far quite tasteful for me. I guess most money went to the cast and extras which is pretty impressive in terms of performance and quantity respectively. Romance of Three Kingdoms brought on screen by John Woo brought out the skeptic in me for I, never liked Three Kingdoms as literature and never really think John Woo is capable beyond what he does previously. However, I sat through the 2.5 hours films without once feeling bored and the film caught my attention every second. The deployment of tactics and the executions were enthralling to watch and Zhu Ge Liang was the most memorable character of all so far, for the first of two installments. I just wasn't so ok with the ending dove scenes (I told myself Aska Yang is gonna appear and start singing) and the very low class text zooming out to alert us to watch Part II. Other than that, went beyond my expectations.
Waiting to catch
- Summer Rain
- The Dark Knight
- Wall.e
- The Mummy III
- 12 Lotus
- The Go Master
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The poor Toronto Maple Leafs just can't get it together. Once again they're buried in the depths of the Eastern Conference standings and their playoff hopes are quickly evaporating.
These fans couldn't take it anymore. They made a pretty hilarious video parody of the hit song "Love The Way You Lie" by Eminem and Rihanna. Check it out:


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Michael Craig Anderson: Alleged shooter in high-speed road rage attack takes the stand
A Perth man accused of shooting at another driver during a high-speed road rage incident has told an Adelaide court that he just wanted to scare the other man away.
TAFE lecturer Michael Craig Anderson is on trial in the Supreme Court for attempted murder.
It is alleged the 53-year-old fired five shots at another driver in July last year on the Eyre Highway, which links South Australia and Western Australia.
Giving evidence, Anderson said he and his wife were the victims of "a creep" who "ruined their holiday".
He told the jury the other man had failed to stop after a minor rear-end collision and he followed him at speeds nearing 200 kilometres per hour trying to get his registration details.
"I don't know him and I don't have anything against him; I don't wish him any harm, even now," Anderson said.
"I was nervous, frustrated, not good. I was very upset that he'd upset my wife. Bev's a fragile person. She's got a couple of diagnosed illnesses.
"We were both really scared shitless. Here's this creep, just comes out of nowhere and ruins our perfect holiday and just drives off like it's got nothing to do with him."
Anderson said when the other driver nearly sideswiped his car, he pulled a revolver from under his seat.
"I wanted him to pull over; I wanted him to stop so I could inspect our vehicles and so I could get his details for my insurance company.
"My mind was racing, my wife was upset, my senses were full.
"That was when I reached under my seat and grabbed out my gun bag containing my revolver.
"At that stage we were really fearing the worst. It was a fairly dark mood inside the cabin."
Shots fired without intention to kill, accused says
Anderson said he "waved" the gun at the other driver for a matter of seconds but it was not loaded until the other man drove ahead at speed.
He said at one stage he fired off shots but never with an intention to kill.
"I was certainly scared out of my wits. We had no way of knowing what might happen.
"It wasn't my best moment. I discharged a couple of rounds in his direction. I was hoping it would calm the situation and he would leave us alone.
"I thought we'd put the fear of God into him and he'd leave us alone for sure."
'The most stupid thing I've done in my life'
Anderson told the jury he was ashamed of his actions.
"I feel like it's the most embarrassing and stupid thing I've done in my life, he said.
The court was earlier told Anderson was a former mechanic in the Army with extensive training with guns.
He said he was also a member of other shooting associations and was carrying the revolver and another two guns in the boot of his car so that he could take part in the culling of feral goats on a property at Waikerie in South Australia's Riverland.
"I've been the worst example to the shooting fraternity that I could have been. I haven't lived up to my usual high standards," he told the court.
The trial before Justice John Sulan is continuing.
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If you are looking for high-quality service that only experienced and professional IT Support Company in Calgary can provide, then you've come to the right place. Here are the following tips that you should always keep in mind when it comes to choosing the best IT support company in Calgary.
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Keep the aforementioned tips in mind and you will be able to find the right IT support services for you. Since hiring one is also considered as an investment, you should make the most out of it for the benefit of your company.


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- 3 Tablespoons Pine Nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic, Peeled
- Salt And Pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Kentfield is located approximately 3 miles from Highway 101 and 14 miles north of San Francisco. It is a small town in Central Marin County with a population of about 6,400. Because the town of Kentfield is unincorporated, it is governed by the Marin County Board of Supervisors, which is known to pay close attention to the wishes of the residents, especially concerning development. An upper middle class to wealthy community, Kentfield is nestled at the base of Mt. Tam, bordered by Larkspur and Ross. Kentfield real estate is among the most expensive in Marin County: single family homes range in price from $800,000 to over $10,000,000 for high end view estates.
The name "Kentfield" comes from the family of Albert Kent, a Chicago meat packer who, along with his wife Adaline, settled in the area in 1872. Adaline donated twenty-three acres of land for a community recreation center that later became the site for the College of Marin, a part of the California Community College system. Albert and Adaline's son William, who became a U.S. congressman and an ardent conservationist, donated Muir Woods as a national park.
The homes in this area are generally set well back from the streets which meander among pine, redwood and manzanita. The low-profile roofs of these spacious homes, mostly set on large lots, are designed to blend in with the natural surroundings and offer a wooded, country feeling.


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Rebecca Zanetti
Rebecca Zanetti
"There you go," he rumbled, tucking her more safely against him.
This was insane. She'd heard rumors that Bear was crazy—yet she hadn't seen that in him. While he seemed to take his time, he was more deliberate than slow. How many people had he charmed with his easy-going facade? Did it really hide a killer? She stiffened.
"Relax, baby," he whispered, his big hand spread across her back. "You're safe."
She barely stopped herself from scoffing. Safe? Yeah, right. Not. Not even close. He had no clue. "Thanks," she whispered back. What would it be like to really belong with a male like him? If he was a good guy. He didn't kiss like a good guy, and that's why the kiss had been so incredible.
If you love the Dark Protectors, these wicked hot Realm Enforcers are for you!
"Fast-paced romance . . . very compelling. Highly recommended."
—Library Journal
As she hunts for a drug lord killing her fellow witches, all Nessa Lansa's instincts point to the Grizzly motorcycle club. That might be because their leader, Bear, is the strong, silent shifter type: warm brown eyes and more muscle and alpha male than any woman can ignore. Which makes Nessa 's plan to seduce and betray him all the more dangerous . . .
Bear doesn't trust the curvy, blue-eyed witch. But Nessa can heal the injuries that sap his strength. And since he can't stop thinking of her lush body and teasing smile, her plan to mate him to reclaim her own power is highly tempting. Just one problem. Once a desire this wild is loose, no one will ever control it . . .
"Hot and fast from beginning to end."
—Kate Douglas on Fated
"Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast."
—Publishers Weekly on Claimed
"A fast-paced, excitement-filled explosion of action… Zanetti keeps getting better."
– RT Book Reviews on Marked, 4.5 Stars Top Pick
Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day—or at the very least give her plenty of characters to write about.
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When you first started writing about the Dark Protectors, did you want it as a series?
I really did want the books to be a series, because I love getting lost in a series and then visiting the characters whenever a new book comes out, so I figured I'd write what I wanted to read. I hadn't quite anticipated there would be ten stories (seven novels and three novellas) when I wrote Fated, however. I'm glad it worked out this way.
Is there a chance of a spin-off series from the Dark Protectors?
You bet there's a chance of a spin-off series! I was asked this a few times at the Authors After Dark convention this year, and I do think there are a couple of opportunities for new trilogies featuring the vampires, the witches, or shifters. If readers want more of the Dark Protectors, I'd love to write more.
Do you plan on having Zane and Janie meet for the first time in real story life, in war or because of Kalin bringing them together?
Well, without giving too much away here, Janie and Zane will meet for the first time in real story life – basically their story. Of course, Zane may meet somebody from Janie's world in real time in Shadowed.
Do you stick with a planned outline or do the characters change things up; lead you off into different directions?
My characters take me wherever they want to go. In fact, I've turned in proposals to my editor with paragraphs describing each book in a series, and by the time I write those books, I sometimes even change the names of the characters. I don't work with outlines.
Are you ever nervous about a book?
I'm not nervous about a book while I'm writing it, but once I send it to my editor, I get a little light-headed. I also never want to let fans down, so I try really hard not to, and I do my best each time. Hopefully my best keeps improving, because writing is one of those cool jobs where each book can be better than the last.
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About David Conklin & Linda Townsend
I inherited the passion for photography at the age of eight, where I learned to use my father's cast-off professional cameras. He had been the first photo editor of the Peace Corps, and taught me the art of unobtrusive, documentary-style photojournalism. Growing up in Washington, DC, I was fortunate to also have the expert guidance of several Black and White printers. This not only enabled me to become a master printer myself, but it gave me a good foundation for creating digital B&W images that are every bit as good as traditional photographs.
When I photograph a wedding, I treat it as a photo essay made up of many "decisive moments." I believe that every image should stand on its own, and tell a story to the viewer. I also believe that it is important not to influence the day with my presence any more than is absolutely necessary. Great candid images are much harder to make than people realize, requiring patience, timing, and the ability to blend in with the surroundings. Most comments that I receive are to this effect, that they were not aware that a photographer was working.
I moved from the Midwest nineteen years ago, and feel blessed to be located in Port Townsend. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss your photographic needs.
Hello my name is Linda and I want to be your framer!
I make the process fun and the final presentation beautiful. I've been framing professionally in Port Townsend since 1997. I have a huge selection of classic frames as well as the newest industry offerings. I offer conservation framing for archival protection and a thorough knowledge of framing techniques for creative problem solving. Come see me weekday afternoons in the studio or call for an appointment.


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Hot from Celeteque: BB cream, Brightening Body Cream, Anti-Stetch Mark Cream
Ola! It's almost the end of July. Next week I'll be in Hong Kong with my parents, a trip I'm looking forward to! It's going to be my first time there so I'd love to read your advice on where to shop and eat. ;) I'm not looking for makeup per se. I'm more interested in clothes and shoes at bargain prices.
Anyhoo, today I'll be talking about the latest products from Celeteque. It's been a while since I've used Celeteque, so the level of quality in its products is a surprise to me! The BB Cream and Brightening Body Cream are pretty good, ha. I'll be reviewing them quickly in this post.
The Celeteque Anti-Stretch Mark Cream has elastonyl (to improve elasticity), phyto collage (derived from soybeans, for plumping), alchemilla vulgaris (herb that has medicinal qualities), and shea butter, four ingredients that are said to lessen the appearance of stretch marks. It is recommended for women who just gave birth, to help stop stetch marks in their tracks as the skin tries to regain its elasticity.
And here is the star of the trio, for me! The Celeteque Multi-Benefit BB Cream (P325) brightens skin instantly and has neutral tone to it that should match light to medium skin. It has the texture of a long-wearing face base - it's water-based, a bit difficult to spread, and sets completely in half a minute. It kinda reminds me of the Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Foundation (liquid) and Estee Lauder Double Wear Light in terms of texture.
The Celeteque BB Cream is yellow-neutral and has a bit of sheen to it that brightens skin immediately
It brightens and evens my face out with only one layer. The coverage is nice for a BB cream (light, but not sheer), although it won't cover up very dark blemishes. I also noticed a sort of white cast. It's not super obvious to me though as long as I use one layer.
You can wear your favorite foundation and concealer on top of it if you want extra coverage and staying power! If you're not oily though you can definitely skip the powder. Depending on your skin's needs, this can be a primer or your tinted face makeup.
I would recommend using moisturizer with SPF before applying this BB cream. It only has SPF15 and yes, it is a chore to spread around. You have to work quickly to prevent weird, unblended patches.
Overall, I find the Celeteque Multi-Benefit BB Cream to be a good buy! I have yet to wear it out, but judging by the texture alone, I'm confident to say that this would do okay on oily skin. Just set it with powder and you'd be good for at least five hours. ;)
Last but not the least, here's the Celeteque Brightening Body Cream. I love this one because it's super light and non-sticky - my two requirements for body lotion! It moisturizes well even though it's not heavy at all. It has a light, clean scent, perfect for those who are sensitive to perfume in their body care.
So there you go! Which of these three products do you find most interesting? Have you tried them yet?


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Just looking at the results of the 2017 Bike To Work Week's kick-off Commuter Challenge is impressive: Of the 19 registered teams, 17 cyclists beat their motorist counterparts, one team tied and one motorist won (see full list here >>).
Oak Bay Bikes' 2 teams had 2 very different routes:
Ian & Susan started in Langford, Emma & Karl in Cadboro Bay.
Both cyclists arrived downtown at the corner of Fort and Blanshard first!
Ok, both were on e-bikes – but what difference does it really make?
You still have to pedal and change gears – and you still have to watch
out for traffic.
Bike To Work Week runs from Monday, May 29th, to Friday, June 2nd and will be all over town with Celebration Stations where participants can collect stamps for their passport.
Further, we are super excited to announce that the BC Public Service Agency has several "e-riders" on their teams – powered by Oak Bay Bikes. We are curious to see how they enjoy their commute on electric-assisted bikes. You can follow us and them via our social media.
During BTWW, Oak Bay Bikes will be all over the place – find us at the following Celebration Stations:
— Royal Roads
— Camosun
— Portage Park
— Oak Bay Municipal Hall
— Atkins Rd Park'n'Ride
— Victoria City Hall
— UVic
— Switchbridge as well as we won't miss the wrap-up BBQ in Saanich on Friday.
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The stretchy reusable gift wrap ideas came in the aftermath of a family holiday. With so many efforts these days to reduce, reuse and recycle, Ashley and her husband, Ryan, couldn't believe the number of large trash bags full of wrapping paper. Ashley researched reusable wrapping options like gift bags; but wanted something that still had the look and feel of traditional wrapping paper. She began to experiment with stretchy fabrics and the first Lilywrap reusable gift wrap was born.
Ashley went on to earn her Masters of Business Administration degree from the University of Georgia a few months later and decided to leverage her professional background in both finance and marketing to take the next important step to becoming an entrepreneur. As owner, Ashley is responsible for creative direction, brand strategy and overall company success.
Daughter of an interior designer, Ashley's appreciation for style and design started at an early age. Her eye for creativity played an important role in the creation of Lilywrap – from product concept and pattern selection to bow style and ease-of-use. Equally important, Ashley and Ryan have always made it a priority to implement green practices in their everyday life. Lilywrap blends stylish and fun with green and eco-friendly concepts.
Since founding Lilywrap, Ashley and Ryan went on to launch several more innovative consumer product brands that address everyday problems - big or small, silly or serious - including Beer Greetings 6-pack carriers + greetings cards in one, The Vortex smart thawing device and Pink Drink Camouflage drink drops.
Ashley is a graduate of the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) where she has earned BA, ABJ and MBA degrees. Her recent honors include being named to the UGA 40 Under 40 Class of 2015 and receiving the SPANX Leg Up award recognizing "amazing women entrepreneurs" from founder Sara Blakely.
Ashley resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and two daughters where she is involved at Buckhead Church, the Junior League of Atlanta, and her local Ronald McDonald House.


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Nov 28, 2017
Webinar: Promoting your School and its Offering Through Your Website
The school choice movement puts parents in the driver's seat. Instead of automatically sending their child to the nearest neighborhood school, more parents are considering their options. These options may include magnet schools within their home district, charter schools, private schools (with or without the support of voucher or tax credit programs), and online schools that may operate locally, statewide, or nationally.
In this webinar, we will showcase the ways in which you can utilize a website as a means to tell the story of your school along with its initiatives and achievements.
Rgister here for one of these upcoming webinars:
- Nov 28, 2017 2:40 PM EST
- Nov 30, 2017 3:00 PM EST


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Some of you are saying, "You've got to be kidding me". You're the ones with experience removing it or watching your parents trying to hang it. Trending now is a mix of colors, texture and finishes in all rooms, not just kitchens. The trick here is to get it right; not too much but enough texture and color that enhances your space with visual interest and depth.
I like raffia papers with a bit of sheen. These tend to have tones of color, not a flat color like paint would have. The honed Calacatta marble wall and grey stained ash shelf needed more texture than a paint would provide. The wallpaper is the transitional piece that wraps around and connects the other finishes and elements in the room.
I hope I've inspired some of you to consider adding a bit more color and texture in your next project.


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Does your laptop or tablet run out of battery while it's supposed to be asleep?
You can find out why thanks to a fairly obscure but relatively new feature in Windows.
Step 1: Open a command prompt in adminstrative mode
Step 2: Go to a temp directory (like cd\temp)
Step 3: Type powercfig /SleepStudy
This will create a file in the current directory. Open that file in your web browser and you will find out why.
Common causes:
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Not daily but frequently I hope.
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Better your battery drain while sleeping than your bladder.
Apparently this only works if your computer supports connected standby. http://www.howtogeek.com/217255/use-the-hidden-powercfg-tool-to-optimize-battery-life-on-windows/
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Will do this today! Was always wondering why the battery kept draining unnecessarily!
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A Local Action Group (LAG) helps coordinate the climate and energy strategies of its municipalities.
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Setting up the first transnational LEADER region in Europe, thus allowing the elaboration of a common strategy between LAGs, and include provisions for more sound financial management of and implementation of TNC projects.
An initiative to promote young farmers participation entrepreneurship and innovation
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The Czech Republic's RDP has introduced simplified administration systems that improve transparency and reduce risks of errors concerning eligibility.
Start-up courses designed specifically for new entrants to farming ensure a strong grounding in both agricultural and business principles in the Flanders region of Belgium.
The Flemish NSU organised a series of Learning Networks for LEADER meetings focussing on specific topics, in order to support the exchange of information, invite topic experts and improve LEADER and CLLD implementation.
Supporting regional planning using transnational cooperation, with a particular focus on local public-private partnerships
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3 Things Introverted Parents Can Teach Their Kids About Life
Most people thrive in a wide circle of friends. According to Psychology Today, about 60% of the population is comprised of extroverts —meaning they are energized, rather than depleted, by constant companionship. They likely have a booked social calendar, with plans every Saturday night. They vacation with other families.
But that's not me: I'm an introvert. I'm much more comfortable going for a run by myself than with friends. I am energized by time spent alone, listening to my thoughts. And I'm totally cool with that.
Yet now that I'm a mother, it's made me consider how my introversion affects my children. With the "trend" of helicopter super-moms, I sometimes worry that my kids are being short-changed by having an introverted mom.
This self-doubt started to occur to me as I watched the teaser for a new Bravo program about aggressive moms raising money for their kids' school. Unlike these ladies, I squirm in my seat during school functions.
Sure, the women on this show are more like caricatures than real people, but it still got me thinking that my own social tendencies may be holding my kids back. If they had an extroverted mom, would they be more popular or internalize an elevated level of confidence that I'm simply incapable of imparting to them?
The answer's no. I've come to realize that while I don't foresee that I will become the president of my kids' school PTA or the one organizing the next big block party, introverted parents actually have a lot they can teach their children. Here are three essential lessons:
1. Everyone gets scared of some things, and that's healthy!
I remember being a teen and feeling constantly consumed by a tendency to compare myself to others. Specifically, things always seemed so easy for other people, and I had no idea why my life seemed so hard by contrast. I had no concept that other kids, let alone adults, might have to battle some butterflies in their stomachs.
This lack of awareness was perpetuated a vicious cycle of anxiety: I would get anxious in big groups, and would then get even more anxious that I was the only one who was experiencing discomfort.
Needless to say, most people experience some level of social anxiety. And introverted parents can help their children realize this early on! Talk to your kids about your own experiences in an age appropriate way. Let them know it's fine to be scared or feel uncomfortable at times and that bravery is defined simply by the choice to move forward anyway. Starting this type of dialogue at a young age can allow kids to communicate their emotions more directly, both to themselves and to others.
2. It's OK to just be. In fact, it's necessary.
In no way do I take issue with my kids wanting to be social. They love playdates and are constantly excited about hanging out with friends. In fact, I strongly believe that social interactions are an essential part of development (plus, they're just plain fun). She asks this because
But I also think constant stimulation isn't always so great either. Kids run from school to sports, music, acting, art, language, and sewing classes, and the list goes on and on. Not to mention that they are constantly connected via text, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Introverts naturally seek out solitude, which is quickly becoming a lost form of existence in our hyper-connected world. As introverted parents, we can help equip our kids with the ability to just be, to take in their worlds mindfully and sensitively. Remind them to take the time to breathe and let their thoughts run wild. This gift will help them to develop patience which will sere them well throughout their lives.
3. Friends are valuable, and should be treated as such.
Since accepting my own introverted tendencies, I've learned a lot about myself, and have come to appreciate myself more. For one, I've learned that being an introvert means that I choose my friends carefully. I am not "picky" or socially anxious, but selective, and rightfully so.
Specifically, I've learned that it can take years to cultivate friendships in which I really feel at ease. Because once I make a connection, I'm dedicated and trustworthy.
Introverted parents model this value to their children through their actions. Express to your kids that you value their relationships and praise them for being good to their friends.
Regardless of personality type, whether you're an introvert or an extrovert or somewhere in between, parenting is largely about self-acceptance. We all have strength and weaknesses. Teaching your children to own who they are by modeling it will bolster their self-esteem and empower them for a lifetime.
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Noontootla Creek is an amazing creek to begin with. Rugged, natural, crystal clear and healthy. It pours out of the Appalachians near Blue Ridge, GA. Once out of the boundaries of the National Forest, it's first journey is through Noontootla Creek Farms (or commonly known as NCF). NCF is a 2 mile private stretch of the creek that is arguably the most incredible trout fishing in the region. This short film was shot this Spring in conjunction with Hunter Morris of www.flyfishingnorthgeorgia.com. Spring showers made for an interesting day of fishing and filming. There is certainly no shortage of amazing views and big fish in the creek. This is a fly fishing dream come true. The fish in this creek have exceptional color. NCF is quite the place, with a lot more to offer than just incredible fly fishing. Keep an eye on our site for more footage from NCF.
For more information on what NCF has to offer, visit: www.ncfga.net


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Dictionary of Counselling
Wiley, Jul 23, 2004 - Psychology - 286 pages
This book provides concise definitions of more than 1000 terms used in the field of counselling. As well as covering theory and practice, the book also includes client concerns and problems which may be helped by counselling, issues of professional and ethical interest to practitioners and clients, and words used in everyday language which have a particular meaning in the counselling context.
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Iowa Environmental Mesonet RadMap API - How To
The Iowa Environmental Mesonet (IEM) collects and makes available environmental data from a network of independent members. The IEM produces several products to display their data, including the RadMap API. The RadMap dynamically generates a PNG image based on a given set of HTTP parameters.


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Stuff happens. People get jilted, or disagree, or feel like they're being taken advantage of. As we work, build, and live our lives, disagreements are bound to pop up. Civil litigation attorneys in New Orleans exist to help these matters along, regardless of what side you're on.
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A friend and fellow blogger called Makeover Momma (wonder if I should have a bird makeover in the blog some day) asked for submissions for our favorite Holiday Recipes! I think she was hoping for fudge and cookies and gingerbread, but of course, mine is a bird food recipe. It's one many birders may be familiar with but the recipe always bears repeating. It's the suet dough recipe that I learned from my favorite bird blogger, Julie Zickefoose. I have adjusted the recipe a bit for the birds in my area and feel free to make adjustments as you see it. The original recipe can be found at the Bird Watchers Digest site.
- 1 cup melted lard or beef suet
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 cups quick oats
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- half cup sunflower hearts (unsalted)
- half cup crushed pecans (unsalted)
- half cup peanuts (unsalted)
Melt lard and peanut butter together on a low burner. Take off heat, and add remaining ingredients. Spread on a cookie sheet, and allow to cool in the refrigerator until the mixture is just hard enough to cut into pieces. Store in freezer bags and use as needed.
This is a great suet dough to spread into suet logs, spread on the sides of trees, use in the suet sandwich, a tray feeder or offer on a deck rail and dish like Julie does.
Remember, if you purchase items at my Birdchick's OpenSky Store 20% of the profits are donated to the American Birding Association's birding programs for kids. So you're not only getting products that I personally recommend and own (or have given to family and friends), your support helps grow cool birding opportunities for young birders.