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Miracles do happen! In reality perhaps so but in the online world they most certainly do. Take for instance the many small businesses that have transformed themselves into successful brands or the many big brands who have realised the value of moving away from the traditional full page blow ups to getting out there on the www and vying among all and sundry for their own spot under the sun.
Breaking the internet, going viral, creating followers and trending news are the only buzzwords that matter now. Not to mention the 'likes' and 'shares' that keep it going strong. Yes, miracles have happened and they continue to happen for all those who realise the potent power of the digital universe.
What matters here is not how big your thought is, rather how much 'better' it is! In other words, 'Better Thoughts'. Better Thoughts have been our guiding light then just as much as it is now.
As we continue to unravel the magic of 'Digital Thoughts', do join us as we explore the metamorphosis of businesses, big and small, that continue to transform from being mere enterprises into experiences that count for more. Much much more!
Presenting the second of our 'Digital Thoughts' campaign–
SimplySquare, founded in September 2015, is a budding start up centred around Origami. Aiming to be a one stop destination for various Origami products, like Jewellery (bangles, neckpieces, chains, bracelets, anklets, etc), accessories (hair clips, waist belts, wallets, etc.), gift products and more, SimplySquare was started by Sruthakeerthi, a graduate of Marketing Management from M.O.P Vaishnav College for Women and PG Diploma in Advertising Design from ICAT.
The dream of becoming an entrepreneur and a good one at that lured Sruthakeerthi to start SimplySquare. Armed with the love of origami, the vision of starting something great and a keen interest in social media marketing, her idea of SimplySquare began to take shape.
Maximising the most of Facebook, SimplySquare is now a brand that is reaping the rewards of having an active, engaging Facebook presence. She adds on to say, 'We are constantly reinventing our presence here to make the business better and bigger than ever before. To that end, I add more and more features on the Facebook feeds in order to facilitate online transactions directly via this platform.'
Further she says, 'for the future, it is my vision to fully exploit various social media platforms and digital marketing tools for its cost-effectiveness, efficacy and speed. The New Year looks really promising for SimplySquare, hopefully orders will start pouring in and I will also be conducting web tutorials and workshops, all the while building a brand too'!
It's all happening right here. Watch out for our next feature on another digital savvy entrepreneur's flight to the top using social media tools.


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Work begins on 28 new homes in Port Glasgow
A ceremonial cutting of the first 'sod' of turf marks the beginning of a multi-million pound development of almost 100 new homes in the Slaemuir area of Port Glasgow.
13 October 2017
River Clyde Homes plans to build the homes in the coming years and the first phase of 28 new homes begins this week. The plans include the demolition of all the 'stub block flats' to make way for modern homes, all of which are two storey, own door, energy efficient properties.
Owners and tenants voted overwhelmingly in favour of the demolition of the blocks and new build option and River Clyde Homes has appointed Cruden Buildings and Renewals Limited to build the homes.
Stage one of the development will see 28 new properties to provide safe, comfortable homes to the highest standard possible.
"We plan to take a phased approach to this project," explained Gary Wilson, Executive Director of Property Services at River Clyde Homes. "By building on vacant land within the Slaemuir estate first we will have brand new homes available for existing block residents to move into before we demolish the first block. We will then continue the cycle, building on the cleared site to provide new homes for residents until all of the low-rise blocks are replaced."
Gary added: "In addition to new homes, there will be a number of community benefit initiatives as part of our commitment to aiding the skills and development of an Inverclyde workforce."
Slaemuir was built in the late 60s/early 70s to alleviate overcrowding in Port Glasgow and the estate remains popular with residents. The new builds will include a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroomed houses to cater for the varied needs of the residents.
Allan Callaghan, Managing Director of Cruden Buildings and Renewals Limited said: "We're delighted to be working with River Clyde Homes to build a total of 96 new homes within Slaemuir. This first phase will see 28 new homes ready by autumn 2018 which will deliver a real boost to local residents and allow the continuing regeneration of the area.
"These high quality, modern, one, two and three bedroom homes will provide residents with energy efficient eco-friendly housing that will be warm and cheap to run. Cruden Building and Renewable Limited and River Clyde Homes have a shared commitment to build and deliver at standards of performance ahead of current requirements.
"With all of our projects, Cruden is committed to giving back to the local community and at Slaemuir, we will do exactly that. Our Cruden Academy delivers best practice training and education as well as an award winning modern apprenticeship programme. As we work with together with River Clyde Homes and our supply chain partners on this exciting project, we look forward to providing opportunities to local people and raising awareness of the diverse career opportunities available in this very rewarding sector."

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- Australian fitness model Chontel Duncan shared a photo showing what her feet looked like at the same point during her two pregnancies.
- In the photo on the left, which was taken during Duncan's first pregnancy, her foot is extremely swollen.
- In the photo on the right, taken during her most recent pregnancy, her foot appears unchanged.
- This side-by-side serves as a reminder that no two pregnancies are alike.
Pregnancy is an intimidating life- and body-changing experience. Once a woman goes through the nine-plus months of growing and delivering a human, she may think she's prepared for when it happens again.
But as fitness model and Instagrammer Chontel Duncan recently reminded followers, no two pregnancies are alike — not even for the same woman.
A few weeks ago, the Australian mom shared a side-by-side phot on Instagram that compared what her feet looked like during her first pregnancy and her second pregnancy. In her caption she wrote, "this is the raw truth on how bad my fluid got towards the end of my first pregnancy. Second time round I have done nothing different but have absolutely no fluid retention."
According to the American Pregnancy Association, "the body produces approximately 50% more blood and body fluids" during pregnancy, which explains why swelling occurs. The process, although annoying, is actually essential in order for the body to expand and accommodate the growing baby. The American Pregnancy Association also noted that the swelling helps prepare the pelvic joints and tissues to open during delivery.
Although slight swelling is normal, and could be worsened by low potassium and high sodium levels, intense swelling could be a sign of preeclampsia, a disorder that occurs in 5% to 8% of pregnancies, according to the Preeclampsia Foundation. Luckily, Duncan was not suffering from the condition.
Duncan's photo is just one example of how women's bodies react differently to pregnancy and, thus, don't look the same during that nine month span. In fact, during her first pregnancy in 2015, Duncan shared a photo of herself and her friend, who was also pregnant at the time but four weeks further along.
"Each women carries different and this most certainly doesn't mean one is doing something wrong or not healthy," Duncan wrote in the caption. "We both have healthy growing babies & we both have had incredible pregnancies so far, feeling amazing & full of energy."
These photos, and others like them, should serves as a reminder to pregnant and non-pregnant individuals that no two pregnancies are the same. Rather than comparing pregnant women's frames and making assumptions based on their body at the time of pregnancy, we should be celebrating these women and the lives they are creating.


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The 2013 edition of Luxe Pack New York, which took place May 15 and 16 at New York's Metropolitan Pavilion and Altman Building, attracted a record-breaking 2,894 unique visitors—an 11% increase compared to 2012. Marking the 11th time for the New York event, this edition showcased 165 exhibitors, also a record number, while 11 top level seminars presented by industry thought leaders, including a GCI-moderated panel on new innovations from exhibitors, drew standing room-only crowds, and several special exhibits provided more design and innovation inspiration, from Material ConneXion, Mintel and more.
"We are delighted with the exceptionally strong visitor turnout this year, and the positive response we received from visitors and exhibitors alike," commented Nathalie Grosdidier, executive director of Luxe Pack. "The show floor was really booming with so many amazing exhibitors, and The Gallery on the second level added another dimension this year. All of these while always keeping Luxe Pack New York's renowned efficiency and conviviality, thanks to the selectivity among exhibitors and visitors."
High-level visitors attending the event included executives from leading beauty brands such as Amway, Aveda, Avon, Bath and Body Works, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Estée Lauder, Fusion Brands, Gurwitch Products, Inter Parfums, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, LVMH, Mary Kay, Maybelline, Revlon, Unilever, Victoria's Secret and more, as well attendees from the pharmaceutical, wine and spirits, retail, design and other industries.
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Marlene Katz, founder of Intelligent Skin Sense, said of the event, "In a New York minute, I walked into the show and found exactly the packaging I was looking for. I am in the midst of reformulating and repackaging an eye product and needed something very innovative. I hit it right at Luxe Pack."
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The East Coast has its charms. For example, breakfast. The East Coast has breakfast places all over, and they're all mostly great. The West Coast does not have many breakfast places. It does, however, have coffee shops.
East Coasters may think they have coffee shops. I mean...Dunkin' Donuts exists, in all of its fast food style glory, and if you're lucky you may be able to find a quirky coffee shop every once in a great while. But you have not experienced a real coffee shop until you have visited Seattle. Not only are they awesome, but they are also plentiful. Go to any town, and you will find at least three different coffee shop brands within a five-mile radius.
I, being an East Coaster (sider? Vermont has no coast...) through and through, had no idea what I was missing out on until I started dating a Washington state native. Starbucks gave me just the faintest glimpse of what could be, and I think that's the general reference point that we (the Easterners) think of when conjuring up the idea of a coffee shop. But now that I've been to the West Coast numerous times...I think it's time for something to change.
Georgetown, Massachusetts is in desperate need of a legit coffee shop, and it is my bound duty to make it happen. Just look how happy you'd be!
So I'm using "this space," as blogs are so often called, to declare my intention to finally make good on a several-years-in-the-making dream of having my very own coffee shop. Heck, I literally don't even like drinking coffee, but I love the community atmosphere, the scent of roasting beans in the air, and the comfy chairs where I can slowly sip my chai lattes. It's going to happen one day, people.
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Jive Employees Give Christmas Service
In Orem, Utah, Jive employees gave the gift of Christmas service this year. The company shared its Christmas cheer by donating hundreds of gifts to children through Sub for Santa.
"Tis the season," said Jive Creative Development Manager, Jonathan Timothy. "Secret Santa programs are nothing new. But making someone's Christmas a little brighter never gets old. This year, I had a teenage boy who wanted books. So, naturally, I got excited and got him eight books!"
Other employees proved just as generous. With over 400 employees excited to participate, Jive's HR department had a difficult time keeping Angel tags on the company Christmas trees. "I had to print out pages of tags multiple times," said HR Administrator, Allison Talbot. "Moments after I'd put more Sub for Santa names on the tree, employees had already grabbed them all."
"We've supported United Way's Sub for Santa for four years," said Paul Thatcher, Director of Human Resources. "Year after year, I'm humbled by the generosity of our employees who provide beautiful Christmases to hundreds of families all over Utah."
Sub for Santa is only one way the company has given back in recent months. Last August, Jive announced its 10-year anniversary, with plans for 10 service projects, one for each year the company has been in business.
Recently, Jive employees donated over 1,800 books to Bonneville Elementary School. Employees also collected hundreds of much-needed items for refugees.
"Jive has always focused on service. We're really enjoying celebrating this milestone by making a difference in our community," said John Pope, Jive CEO." We want our employees to remember this year as the best one of their career—a year where they got out of the office and made a big difference in the community."


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Air duct cleaning eliminates all the filth and particles from your ducts, which allows your indoor air quality and increases the performance and durability of your A/C system. We start the process by inspecting the within your duct to see if there is dirt, particles and if dirt is inside. Next, we utilize duct cleaning brushes to scrape and loosen up all the caked on debris in your ducts. Then, we connect special vacuum lines to your ducts that draw all the dirt, dirt, particles and allergens from your duct work. We check your ducts to make sure they are completely clean. When we finish, you should notice a boost in your HEATING AND COOLING system's performance and a reduction of the amount of dust you find on your furnishings and floorings.
Every home get's dust, dirt, pollen and other air toxins as people go into and leave the structures. It is estimated that a basic sized house produces up to 40 pounds of dust each year. If food or raw material is accidently dropped into the ducts, they can cause sections of your ducts to end up being musty. The combination of mold spores, dust, pollen and other allergens can increase indoor allergy signs and breathing problems in individuals who are sensitive to dust and mold.
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Bulgar and Veggie Stew (From Kurt)
1 cup med. grind bulgar
2 cups stock or broth
1/4 tsp salt
2tbs butter or olive oil
1 med onion chopped
1 clove garlic
1/4 tsp parsley
1/4 tsp thyme
1/4 tsp oregano
1 quart stock or broth
3 large or 5 med potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped vegetables (broccoli, peppers, brussels, califlower, whatever happens to be in a fall share)
1 cup frozen corn
1 bunch kale, roughly chopped
1) In a small pot, bring bulgar, stock and salt to a boil. Reduce to low, cover and cook for 15 min, or until liquid is completely absorbed. Remove from heat off and set aside
2) In large stock pot, saute the onion and garlic in the butter, together with the spices.
3)When onions are translucent add the quart of stock and the chopped potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook covered until potatoes are tender. Remove from heat and roughly mash the potatoes in the liquid. Add chopped vegetables and return to a simmer. Simmer until vegetables are almost tender, add corn and kale. Cover and remove from heat. Let sit until kale is cooked and corn is warmed.
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Sporting KC
Nine years ago, KC was on the brink of losing its pro soccer team
A project to "Save the Wizards" started in 2004 with roughly 30 strangers meeting in a small downtown Kansas City office. Nine years later, many of those strangers remain best friends, forever bonded by their efforts to keep a Major League Soccer franchise in Kansas City.
Their fight of nearly two years — backed by the Heart of America Soccer Foundation — was rewarded at the highest level on Dec. 7 when Sporting Kansas City was crowned champion of Major League Soccer.
It was only fitting that they celebrated it together.
"As I was looking up into the stands seeing those guys, who are huge fans of the club still, it was very emotional for me," said Greg Cotton, the former chairman of the board for Heart of America. "Those are the guys who I thought of first. It was a really special moment for me and for everyone involved with Heart of America to see how far we've come."
One morning in late 2004, not long after Lamar Hunt announced he would be selling the Wizards, David Ficklin was reading the newspaper during breakfast when he came across a blurb seeking interest in the Save the Wizards campaign. He called the listed number, spoke with Cotton, an attorney in Kansas City, and attended a meeting later that week.
"I walked into this room, and I don't think I knew a single person," Ficklin said. "But they had the same burning passion that I did."
The group formed the Heart of America Soccer Foundation and scheduled regular meetings. Using a "Save the Wizards" slogan, it established a primary goal to keep the Wizards in Kansas City by promoting soccer in the city and attempting to attract potential local buyers.
The project started rather slowly.
"The odds were so minimal that we would be successful," Ficklin said. "But you absolutely have to try. The great things are worth fighting for against all odds. I think sports teaches you a lesson that it's not over until it's over."
And it wasn't, though many in Heart of America said it appeared that way on numerous occasions.
But OnGoal, a local ownership group led by Cerner co-founders Neal Patterson and Cliff Illig, purchased the Wizards from Hunt in Aug. 2006. Known as Sporting Club today, the group also consists of Greg Maday, Pat Curran and Robb Heineman, who met regularly with the Heart of America group when assessing the team's place in Kansas City.
"It's not the Heart of America that did it — Neal and Cliff saved the Wizards — but hopefully we kept that fire burning long enough to show them soccer could work in Kansas City," Cotton said.
Added Heineman, "We were very involved with them. We listened to their belief system and what they thought the fan base could turn into here. Those guys were absolutely correct."
The Heart of America disbanded after OnGoal's purchase of the team, but its members have remained in contact while following Sporting KC. Many of them sat together at Sporting Park during the championship victory against Real Salt Lake, including Robert Houghton, a former member of the board.
"It was very emotional in my section because there were a lot of people there who had been around the team awhile," said Houghton, a former president of the Sporting KC supporters group known as the Cauldron. "We know the history and we know the struggles from seven, eight, nine years ago. We know how close we were to not having a team. It was much closer than people realize."
That fact certainly isn't lost on Ficklin or Cotton, both of whom are now employed by Sporting KC.
After the final whistle sounded in the championship game, Ficklin said he hugged his wife, daughter and son. Then he climbed over two rows of seats and hugged Cotton, too.
He next quickly found Chad Reynolds and Sam Pierron — two others he considered key members of the Save the Wizards movement.
"'Can you believe it?'" Ficklin remembers asking them. "'All these years. We did it.'"
Nine years after its formation, the Heart of America's website — www.savethewizards.com — is now a dead link.
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|2005 Salt Lake City Annual Meeting (October 16–19, 2005)
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IVANY, Linda C.1, LOHMANN, Kyger C.2, and HASIUK, Franciszek2, (1) Earth Sciences, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244, email@example.com, (2) Geological Sciences, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
The Eocene represents a period of climate transition from global warmth to progressive cooling culminating in the initiation of Antarctic glaciation. Recent work based on fine fraction carbonate from Southern Ocean sites suggests that, rather than a monotonic decrease in temperature, this interval was punctuated by a brief episode of warming during the middle Eocene (Bohaty and Zachos, 2003). Here, we examine bivalves from the continental margin sequence preserved on Seymour Island, Antarctica, to test whether this episode of warming is manifested in coeval shallow shelf settings and therefore may have affected shelf biota.
Two bivalve taxa, Cucullaea and Eurhomalea, were collected from a stratigraphic sequence representing Telms 2 thorough 7 (Sadler, 1988) of the La Meseta Formation. 87Sr/86Sr analysis of skeletal aragonite preserved in 43 bivalves combined with stratigraphic relations allows construction of a coherent chronostratigraphy, despite the limitations of an undulating Eocene marine 87Sr/86Sr curve. Within this temporal context, δ18O of shell aragonite shows decreasing temperatures through much of the early to middle Eocene, with values of 0 to +0.5‰ VPDB. In Eurhomalea, this trend is punctuated by a brief interval between 40 and 43 Ma (lower Telm 6) where δ18O decreases to -1.0‰, suggesting short-lived warmth. Taxonomic diversity decreases markedly, and Cucullaea, previously interpreted as a cooler-water taxon, is locally absent. Temperatures decrease sharply again in upper Telm 6 and lower Telm 7 (36 to 41 Ma) with δ18O values from +0.8 to +1.4‰. Upper Telm 7, which yields ages within a range of 34 to 37 Ma, exhibits a modest decrease to values of +0.8‰.
The progression in δ18O observed within the Eocene succession at Seymour Island suggests an interval of warming that may coincide with the Middle Eocene Climatic Optimum (MECO) observed in open ocean settings. Similarly, the youngest Eocene sediments preserved in the upper Telm 7 may record a brief episode of late Eocene warmth recognized by Vonhof et al. 2000 just prior to the onset of glaciation in the early Oligocene. Such findings in shelfal environments support interpretations that these warming events were indeed of regional significance and affirm the use of shallow shelf carbonates as potential records for paleoclimate reconstruction.
2005 Salt Lake City Annual Meeting (October 16–19, 2005)
General Information for this Meeting
|Session No. 186
Causes and Effects of the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum and Other Paleogene Hyperthermal Events II
Salt Palace Convention Center: Ballroom E
1:30 PM-5:30 PM, Tuesday, 18 October 2005
Geological Society of America Abstracts with Programs, Vol. 37, No. 7, p. 414
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Nick Katsoris, author of "Loukoumi And The Schoolyard Bully," talks about his book and school program that is targeted toward stopping bullying in schools.
Below is the book's description from its website.
"In Loukoumi And The Schoolyard Bully, Loukoumi is about to have a baby brother. When her friends discuss what to name him, schoolyard bully, Igor the alligator, ridicules Loukoumi's name, which Loukoumi explains means "sweet" in Greek and is a type of jelly candy with powdered sugar on top. During the course of the day, through several common interactions, Igor realizes that he and Loukoumi are more alike than he thought. In the end, he learns that bullying is not cool, and although Loukoumi's name is different, everyone is really all the same."
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Tavel Rosé Is The Only Wine You Need This Thanksgiving
Pause a moment and think about Thanksgiving. Do you roast, smoke, or fry your turkey? Do you season it with citrus and herbs or hickory and bacon? What about sweet potatoes — do you prefer old-fashioned style, topped with a marshmallow or strudel?Read more »


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I've recently found that Blackdeath artist page only contains the following: " This page is not available
You can go back to where you were or start again from the home page.", same as 2 years ago (https://getsatisfaction.com/lastfm/topics/access-to-this-page-has-been-denied).Is it forever and not subject to appeal? Will scrobbling statistics be taken into account for such bands?
Access to this page has been denied.
This page may contain inappropriate content that violates Last.fm's Terms and/or applicable laws. Alternatively it may have been blocked on the request of a third party.
You can go back to where you were or start again from the home page.", same as 2 years ago (https://getsatisfaction.com/lastfm/topics/access-to-this-page-has-been-denied).
The only times I've seen such a message was when they violated lastfm TOC,
e.g. the cases I saw were right-winged "NAZI" themed bands
iirc individual user/listener pages, listens by group, ... had the amount of scrobbles,
but the artist page just showed that message
e.g. the cases I saw were right-winged "NAZI" themed bands
iirc individual user/listener pages, listens by group, ... had the amount of scrobbles,
but the artist page just showed that message
That's ridiculous.. so now whole NSBM and RAC bands will be banned?
...not to mention, as far as I know, Blackdeath is not even NSBM, they're just ordinary black metal band.
...not to mention, as far as I know, Blackdeath is not even NSBM, they're just ordinary black metal band.
I can scrobble them manually by using a desktop application, but I cannot access the page. When I do that, I get the message that you described. Is it possible that this site has started censoring musicians? I've seen musicians far worse including Charles Manson that committed serial crimes almost 50 years ago and I don't see Moderators doing anything about that. I find this ridiculous as Tom Stephen said.
As of https://getsatisfaction.com/lastfm/topics/access-to-this-page-has-been-denied , Blackdeath's page was blocked as far as 2 years ago. According to https://web.archive.org/web/20090523221253/https://www.last.fm/music/Blackdeath , their page was last available in 2009. Now it's blocked "on the request of a third party" (I guess, it's rightholder or something).
This is nothing new, we've always taken down pages when legally required to. The pages can't be accessed, but you can still scrobble them.
That's ridiculous! Why would somebody report an artist page that has been there for all these years just like that? What about this "musician?" I don't see anyone reporting his page or the page of his "band" considering how many troubles he caused in the 90's. Especially what he did to a 17-year-old girl and one individual in Massachusetts 27 years ago. Commonly known as "The Bottle Incident." Anyway, I hope Jon will tell us a reason why this happened.
It looks like this page has been taken down for legal reasons. I don't know the background behind this one, I'll try to find out tomorrow (the legal team have already left for the day).
Did you find out from the legal team what happened to this page?
I'm not at liberty to discuss the details, but it looks like this was blocked on the 17th of November 2015 at the request of a third party, not a violation of our terms.
Discogs or MusicBrainz have never been legally forced to block access to specific artist pages. Why is this not the case for Last.fm?
Because of their parent company (CBS), I suppose.
I can't speak for other websites, but as commercial website that advertises against artist, album, and track pages, occasionally we're forced to take down pages for legal reasons. It's regrettable, and we apologise for the inconvenience, but there's very little that can be done on our side once it reaches that point. As fans, you could of course petition the band on social media and ask them to reconsider -- that would probably have more weight than our legal team.
Thanks for the answer, I consider that question is answered.
Hopefully there will be a way to distinguish identically-named artists soon, since they are hit by these measures innocently.
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Women's wide calf western boots to fit thick calves. Cowgirl boots have always been on trend. They look amazing both with a pair of jeans tucked into and a skirt. Some brands like Ariat and Frye make pieces of art, not mere boots. Whether you can afford a real leather upper and outsole western footwear or not, there are pairs of wide calf western boots for every budget.
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Are you beginning a business soon?
Don't forget to deduct part of your business Internet use.
You have to be able to prove that what you did while driving increased your business' profits.
Check into the backgrounds of any potential employees who you might hire for your online business.
One option of earning money from home is to offer lessons for an area in which you are skilled. A lot of people prefer to take private lessons privately instead of going to a school that costs more and has strict schedules. You can teach hobby-related lessons, for instance, teach art or music from home.
An office is necessary when you are based at home business enterprise. It doesn't have to be big, but it does have to be professional and well-equipped.
You should consider joining an web-based home business enterprise owner forums. This allows you to interact with others in the same position. You can all compare ideas and share your concerns.
Set goals that you want to achieve daily. There may be some obstacles to get through, but setting realistic goals will go a long way in accomplishing everything. Set boundaries when working from home in order to generate respect.
Create a business plan. You can change this or scrap it at any time.You should review your plan and update it every once in a while.
Make your work environment is a safe one. This means installing smoke detectors and also fire extinguisher in your home office area. You should also have a solid computer set-up that properly suits you.
Now that you've come to the end of this article, you can see ways to move forward with your business. However, you need to be prepared if you want to rise to the top. Apply the tips in this article and your business should be off to a smooth and rewarding start.


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Plant and animal cells share several structural similarities, such as organelles that are bound in membranes and similar cytoskeletal elements. They also contain similar membranes and attributes such as nuclei, lysosomes and peroxisomes.
Another major similarity between plant and animal cells is that both are eukaryotic cells. Eukaryotic cells are complex and have evolved methods to assign different parts of the cell to different functions. Scitable states that organelles are cell compartments that fulfill different roles in eukaryotic cells. The mitochondria organelle uses food molecules to produce energy. The endoplasmic reticulum transports proteins and assists in the production of membranes. Lysosomes recycle other organelles as well as macromolecules.
The nucleus of a plant or animal cell is comparable to the brain of the cell. Scitable states that the nucleus is perhaps the most important of all the eukaryotic organelles. The presence of a membrane-bound nucleus is actually the definition of a eukaryotic cell, according to About.com. The nucleus contains the majority of a plant or animal cell's genetic material and organizes this information into DNA molecules. The nucleus also forms chromosomes. The nucleus also acts as the control center of a plant or animal cell and regulates all its activities.


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Who doesn't love necklaces? Is there anyone? I think there's no one! So today, let's discover some stainless steel necklaces from Kim's Collection 2015 that was sent by Ms. Khymmie Quizon. Let's get started!
Product Claims
✔ 100% Original Stainless Steel
✔ Non-tarnish
✔ Hypoallergenic
✔ Durable
✔ Perfect for every day use
✔ Safe for acidic person
✔ It will not fade
The necklaces came up with a small decent box which is perfect if you'll give this to someone as a gift. And it's a fine storage for a necklace.
Dainty Heart Necklace
Price: Php 280.00
Isn't it cute? It's just a tiny gold-plated, heart-shaped necklace but it will prove any outfit that you'll wear.
I remembered when I just begun watching beauty-related videos on YouTube, few months ago, I suddenly found out a lot of Filipina Youtubers like Ms. Anne Clutz and Ms. Rhaze. I constantly saw this necklace on their hauls and even on their vlogs. Honestly, the first time I caught a glimpse of it, I fell in love with the design, and I almost wanted to have it in my hands. I even joined a lot of giveaways 'cos it's included in the prizes. Unfortunately, I didn't win any of that giveaways. But with God's grace, thankfully Ms. Khymmie sent me this Dainty Heart Necklace. Thank you so much Ms. Khymmie, you really made me happy! 😊
5-Petal Flower Necklace
Price: Php 380.00
It's a gold-plated, 5-petal flower necklace with swarovski crystals on it.
I like this necklace as well because it made me feel quite nostalgic. As far as I remember, I also have this kind of necklace back then. But I can't recall where it was now.
Stainless steel jewelry is popular because it is lightweight and has a trendy look. It can last a long time and look like new if you keep it clean. It is not hard to care for Stainless Steel, but a few things you need to know so that it doesn't get dull.
Below are steps you can do to remove dust and dirt from your Stainless Steel Jewelry.
- Get a lint-free cloth that is non-abrasive.
- Put warm water in small container with 2-3 drops of mild dishwashing liquid, then wash the jewelries.
- In a second container, place warm water without any soap, then rinse off the jewelries.
- Use the clean cloth to wipe away the water. Make sure it's dry before keeping it.
I love how these necklaces transform any outfits and definitely it was the most transformative thing that you can wear. It's just like that necklaces complete someone's appearance without wearing too much accessories. And stainless steel jewelries will last a bit longer with proper care.
Aside from that, I didn't get allergic reactions. Because the moment I wear a necklace, it usually cause allergic reactions which leads to itchy rashes on my neck. Because some of the necklaces contain irritating metals such as nickel and copper. And every time I sweat, the sal found in my perspiration interacts with the irritating metals that triggers allergic reactions. Surprisingly, I didn't suffer any allergic reactions on these stainless steel necklaces.
For orders/inquiries, you may visit their social media accounts and contact them through:
📱Viber & LINE (0995-304-7570)
💻Facebook (Khymmiiee Quizon)
💻 Facebook Page (KimsCollections2015)
📱Instagram (@kimscollections2015.ph)
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All items are PRE-ORDER unless stated ONHAND
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Every WEDNESDAY – Payments cut off
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Every FRIDAY – Shipment day
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Pink cuff bracelet constructed from rare tea tin with green and gold grass accents.
Inside wrist has red ladybugs against lime green. The column shape bracelets are easy to wear. If you are interested in buying a bracelet, I can always send you a paper pattern to try on.
All bracelets are one of a kind constructed from recycled tin cans. I recieved this elephant tea tin from a "fan" of my work who sent me a whole box of fantastic tins.
This bracelet is available for purchase or exhibition.
Retail Price: $638


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What is Unclaimed Money?
Unclaimed money is also referred to as unclaimed property and unclaimed funds, are personal assets that, for a variety of reasons, have become separated from their owners.
UnclaimedMoney.org is your free source for information on the tens of billions of money and property being held today in state and federal unclaimed accounts. By clicking on the "Search Your State" link you can freely search your state data base for unclaimed funds. If you want to learn more about the subject matter of unclaimed property in general and require a more comprehensive search strategy, Check out our "What is Unclaimed Money" section. Here are some basic tips:
1. Search for Everyone – family (living and non-living), friends, and names of businesses.
2. Search for maiden names and common misspellings of your name.
3. Aside from state data bases – there is over $16 billion sitting in federal coffers waiting to be found. Remember those savings bonds you got when your were young ? Do you know where they are?
In total there's well over $70 billion awaiting claim in both state and federal data bases!
Some examples of missing money may include:
- Stocks
- Insurance policies
- Un-cashed money orders
- Forgotten about accounts
A good portion of all unclaimed money is held by individual states. New York, for instance, now holds over $14 billion in unclaimed money in roughly as many as 23 million accounts. Pennsylvania has $1.5 billion and New Jersey holds at least $1 billion as well. Smaller states such as Maine list lesser amounts – $131 million in 42,000 accounts.
The collection, management, and efforts to find rightful property owners is a business in and of itself. In general a state collects more money than they return to rightful property owners through the course of one fiscal year. It takes a significant bureaucracy to enforce laws that govern the collection of unclaimed money and to devise and implement strategies to find rightful property owners. In New York as well as other states boast that the amount of money returned is expanding. For example, in 2008 NY returned $194 million to property owners – a $25 million increase over money returned in 2007. Unclaimed funds is a win win situation for all involved and there's money to be had for those on both sides, you just have to know where to look. This site is dedicated to helping you find missing funds.
MissingMoney.com is a good resource for searching for most states.


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As everyone knows, Boston and the rest of the East Coast have been getting absolutely slammed with snow. Boston has received a little over 77 inches, record numbers, so far this year. This has residents highly concerned over the plethora of issues associated with a winter snowfall of this magnitude, some of which include; fines for not clearing off sidewalks, too much snow for urban, urban BC pillow lines as far as the eye can see (yes that is a thing), and scariest of all, avalanches. Yes, you read that right, avalanches.
Bostonians are losing their shit. Unlike most folks out West who have either seen or been involved with an avalanche situation, the folks in Boston are completely unprepared for such occurrences. Local Boston resident Nicky Cocktail has this to say, "It's actually a pretty scary situation here in Boston, there's a pretty a serious instability in the snow pack, we're seeing these massive avalanche crowns, and anything on even moderate slopes are sliding with minimal pressure. It's so rare in the east that people don't know how to handle it, notice a few pics of the large crown's I took."
Check the photo below for some of the devastation caused by these urban slides, but first check out this one NSer getting pitted on those urban BC pillows I was talking about!
Are you ready to see this incredible and devastating carnage?
Shoutout to TGR for the link to the satirical story on which this is based. Stay safe Boston and get after it!


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Read this tip to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Central US Roommates and other Room Mates topics.
Minneapolis is the larger of the Twin Cities and most of the city is positioned to the west of the Mississippi River.
Minneapolis is a city with many different neighborhoods. In fact, Minneapolis has more than 80 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own characteristics. If you're looking for Minneapolis roommates, tour the different neighborhoods to learn the areas you like before you start looking.
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Resources for Compassionate Living
Dharmalaya Institute is pleased to provide an evoloving collection of resources to support compassionate living.
We define 'compassionate living' as 'a caring commitment to live in ways that minimise harm to other beings and to oneself, while also striving for the betterment of oneself, other beings, and the planet we share'.
Dharmalaya embraces the integrated model of compassionate living developed by the Earthville Network, which incorporates ecological sustainability, social responsibility, holistic health, and mindfulness practice (see Earthville's articles on Responsible Global Citizenship and Sustainable Thriving). We are working with Earthville to adapt this model to the particular cultural, economic, and geographical realities of the Himalayas and, more broadly, South Asia.
As a part of this effort, we are assembling a collection of resources to support the public in the cultivation of greater understanding and practice of the various aspects of compassionate living, including natural construction, organic food, and other areas of sustainable living, as well as what we call 'inner sustainability', which includes holistic health, personal development, and contemplative practices (mindfulness, meditation, yoga, etc.).
This page serves as a sort of index for content in various locations. All of the topics presented here are interrelated, but for simplicity we will group them into a few familiar categories.
Note: This section of our website is a work in progress that will be updated periodically, so you may wish to drop by now and then to see what's new. We also invite anyone with an interest in compassionate living to contribute your own ideas and inspriations to the conversation, which you can do by contacting us here).
Compassionate Food: Natural, Organic, & Plant-Based
Organic Food: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Dharmalaya's Model Organic Farm and Edible Landscape Projects
Earthville Orchards: Organic Tree-planting Programme at Dharmalaya
Compassionate Buildings: Green, Safe, Affordable, Energy-efficient, & Beautiful
Vernacular Eco-Architecture: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Dharmalaya's Green Masonry Training (Certificate Programme)
Dharmalaya's Internship in Vernacular Eco-architecture
Compassionate Action: Volunteering, Service-learning, Karma Yoga, & Responsible Business
Volunteer & Service-learning Programmes
Dharmalaya's Ethical Commitments
Responsible Global Citizenship (article at earthville.org)


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K2 - Transverter module - Night 1
I assembled the module before dinner and then applied the changes to the RF board
after dinner. The unit powers up with no warnings so I think that it is going to work.
I will need to go thru the 40/60 alignment steps and then test the transverter power
out piece as well.
Frankly I am tired enough tonight that I don't feel like pulling out the stuff that
I need to do the final tune-up and testing tonight. (160m/Top band is sounding awesome
as I type this up.) I think that I am going to call it a night.
I will probably do the alignment and tune-up after I install the AF Out mod. Maybe
I can tackle this on Saturday or Sunday this weekend. That would officially finish
my K2 project. At which point I can try to operate the K2 on a semi-daily
basis and move onto the next project. (I have lots of projects that have been on hold
while I finish the K2 project.)
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My newest obsession is cold brew. That deliciously slow-steeped, smooth flavor has won my heart. And best of all, it's extremely easy to make yourself. I've wanted to try making homemade cold brew for a while now, all thanks to Starbucks who started my obsession. Their toasted coconut cold brew is heaven on a beach. Try it, you'll see what I mean. But seriously, cold brew has been the answer to my coffee woes. All I've wanted is a flavorful blend that doesn't need help from tons of creamer or sugar. Though I do like to give mine just a dash of almond milk creamer, cold brew is so smooth and flavorful on it's own. And with brewing it at home you have full control over the blend, strength, and batch size of your cold brew.
The credit of our first batch of homemade cold brew can't be entirely given to me. Two weeks ago while I was photographing an event for work, Graham's lonely hours of boredom led him to try out the first batch of cold brew. After I impatiently waited the full 24 hours of slow-steep (he wouldn't let me try it ahead of time) we finally had our finished product. And holy cow, it was GOOD. We downed the first batch in a matter of a few days and knew we had to make a larger batch next time. That's the beauty of making homemade cold brew coffee, the size of your batch is entirely up to you. All you need is just two ingredients and a little bit of math, and don't worry, I won't judge you if you need a calculator.
1 cup Ground Coffee Beans (the fresher the better)
3 cups Water
1. Grind the coffee beans and then measure 1 cup ground coffee (or any 3:1 ratio of water to grounds). Buy the coffee beans as fresh as you can, the fresher the bean, the better your cold brew will be.
2. Pour the grounds and water into a large jug and stir with a spoon (not metal as it can affect the taste of the coffee).
3. Cover and let steep for at least 24 hours in the fridge. The longer it steeps, the stronger your coffee. Once your coffee has reached its desired strength, use a paper filter or french press to separate the grounds from the coffee concentrate.
4. Keep your coffee in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Once your homemade cold brew is ready, add cream for a latte, some almond milk and chocolate sauce for a mocha, or drink as is and enjoy!


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Grades 4-12 | Technology Skills | Robots
SAM is a smart robotics construction kit. SAM Labs makes use of SAM blocks, including buttons, lights, sensors, motors, and so much more.
SAM blocks are connected and activated wirelessly via Bluetooth to the SAM Space app. The SAM app is simple and intuitive to use. Students can program SAM blocks to move, illuminate, or play sound with ease.
Combining different SAM blocks, students can create and program a million inventions; the only limit is their imaginations!


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Rachel Rhee
Rachel is a digital marketing consultant by day and fitness enthusiast and cycling instructor by night. Her class is structured around creating an outlet for students to feel challenged, motivated, and supported. She wants everyone to leave class feeling good vibes only!
Where did you grow up?
I was born in the Midwest but grew up in Long Beach - that's where I get my edge. ;)
It is Friday night - beer, wine, cocktail, or fresh pressed juice?
A green juice and water for me most Fridays. If I'm feeling crazy, a Greyhound won't be too far away :)
If you had one last meal, what would you eat?
Any Korean food my mom makes
Do you have a favorite movie or actor/actress?
Godfather I and II will always be my favorites. "Leave the gun, take the cannoli"
You are stuck in LA traffic - what music are you playing to pass the time?
I usually listen to podcasts. I love How I Built This and The Tim Ferriss Show.
What first got you into fitness as a lifestyle and career?
I was leading a life I wasn't proud of and I didn't feel great about myself, so I wanted to channel that negative energy into something positive. Through fitness, I began to develop a mindset of striving to be better than I was yesterday. For me, fitness is less about any physical changes, but more about the benefits for your mind and soul. Fitness is a feeling!
What is one of your favorite fitness moments so far in life?
Becoming a cycling instructor and having clients come up to me and say that it was a tough ride!
What is your favorite and least favorite exercise?
I love tapping it back on the bike. Least favorite might be anything related to a treadmill.
What is one of your favorite inspirational quotes?
"Life is 10% of what happens to you, and 90% how you react to it."
What does the word "Sanctuary" mean to you?
Sanctuary is a judgement free space where anyone and everyone is welcome and free to be who they want to be!


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Come celebrate summer and see the incredible new murals at Welling Court Mural Porject with a beautiful Art Run followed by beer at Rockaway Brewing Company in Long Island City, Queens. On this 10K fun run we will see hundreds of murals by street artists from around the world, then enjoy a complimentary beer at Rockaway Brewing Company.
All levels of runners welcome. We run at a 10-minute mile pace with stops for photos. Bag drop at the awesome Rockaway Brewing Company.
Each ticket includes a free beer!
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Must be 21 and up to particiapte. Must be able to run 6.2 miles at a relaxed pace.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
You can take the E or M train to Court Square, the G train to 21 St - Van Alst, or the 7 train to Vernon Blvd - Jackson Ave.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
We will have a bag drop at the event. We reocmmend bringing your phone to take photos and enter the photo contest. Also bring $$ if you want more than one drink.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email email@example.com.
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes. If you cannot make the event, email firstname.lastname@example.com with the full name and email of someone you want to transfer your ticket to.
What is the refund policy?
In the event of extreme weather, the event will be canceled and attendees will be issued a credit toward any future Runstreet art run or Runstreet training class. No refunds.


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By Jerry Alatalo
s it an exact analogy to describe the Israeli apartheid nation with its decades-old criminal, dehumanizing, racist policies toward the Palestinian people as the world's largest "gated community"? In an increasing number of the world's regions, publishing the previous words represents a criminal act. This sorry state of affairs isn't a scene from the book "1984" by George Orwell, but is actually happening in the real, nonfictional world today.
After decades of irresolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, advocates of freedom, equality and sovereignty for the Palestinian people have been left with only one option in fighting the good fight, the same successfully used to bring down apartheid in South Africa: Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS). In France, it is now against the law to become involved in the BDS Movement; in France, it is now illegal to call for an end to apartheid on this Earth.
In the 2016 campaign for President of the United States, Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Ted Cruz, and John Kasich addressed the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), staying within the bounds of the "law" and trying to outdo each other in praise of Israel. Bernie Sanders didn't attend the meeting, wanted to deliver his address to the crowd via video conference, but was turned down because "we don't do that anymore".
Sanders' unique position among the remaining presidential candidates – essentially saying in a press conference/"AIPAC speech" days later that Palestinians are people, too – could have, if said in France, now Canada, gotten him into legal hot water for being "antisemitic". If he were a professor in certain parts of California or other states in America, the mere mention of Palestinians as people like everyone else in the human family might get him censured or fired. In layman's terms, on the issue of Israel apartheid it at times seems the world has gone stark-raving mad.
Unfortunately, the history of the Middle East revolves around the region's tremendous natural resource wealth, in particular oil and natural gas, who controls it, and who profits from its sale – all people living in the region or a small group of the world's extremely wealthy and powerful. Wars and violence of horrific scale have been carried out for the mentioned control and profit, resulting in the region's innocent residents enduring indescribable suffering for what seems forever – including the people called Palestinian.
The psychological, philosophical and/or spiritual human characteristics of Clinton, Trump, Cruz and Kasich which prevents them from expressing an ounce of compassion or empathy toward the Palestinian people is hard to imagine, much less accurately describe. Year after year Israel continues annexing Palestinian lands, building more settlement communities, and every other year bombing Gaza to the ground – "mowing the lawn", according to Israel's less honorable elders. Year after year American politicians and their Western allies "scold" or "express concern" about Israeli actions, while doing nothing effective to resolve the situation equitably and honorably for the benefit of Palestinians and Israelis alike.
The Israel-Palestine conflict has become an eternal "Catch-22" situation, powerful and wealthy people seem opposed to resolution of the crisis, and immeasurable efforts of men and women of goodwill through the years has seemingly gone to waste. Human evolutionary movement feels glacial, war has yet to become abolished, but still there are reasons for being optimistic. Desperate attempts to criminalize the actions of people telling the truth about what's occurring on Earth are perceived as just that: acts of desperation.
Lies told by corrupt leaders and politicians get caught and disseminated around the Earth in minutes or hours, therefore providing billions of people with the truth required for right action – an evolutionary development, a giant leap forward, in a process which in the past took years or decades. From such a perspective events take on a new, more positive meaning and assures civilization's road ahead moves onward and upward.
While in 100% agreement with author Max Blumenthal and his statements during a recent interview on The Real News Network, it seems important to clarify one minor misinterpretation of Bernie Sanders' words by Mr. Blumenthal. During the MSNBC interview Sanders, in talking about the BDS movement, mentioned with regard to antisemitism that there was "some of that" and later "some level of antisemitism" – not, as Max Blumenthal described Sanders' remarks: "…lot of antisemitism out there".
It's highly regrettable that using one's free speech right in fighting for the basic, God-given human rights of other men, women and children inhabiting the Earth has become a crime in certain circles. Israel is an apartheid state. From any reasonable perspective such a situational reality in the year 2016 is the real crime.
(Thank you to TheRealNews at YouTube)


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How Acupuncture Works with our Buford & Norcross Acupuncturist
Acupuncture is a 3,000 year old system of medicine that restores the body's ability to heal itself. Originating in traditional Chinese medicine, it's been practiced around the world for centuries. Acupuncture has been documented by the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, as a safe and effective method for treating a wide range of conditions. Acupuncture is used today mainly for pain relief, but it's known to have a positive effect on a number of other medical problems.
Norcross & Buford Acupuncturist Explains Acupuncture
Acupuncture allows the body's self healing processes to begin by stimulating certain sites on the body known as acupuncture points or acupoints. The most common way to do this is to insert small sterile needles into the skin along certain specific channels. This helps to encourage proper blood circulation and encourages the body to release certain chemicals that help to reduce pain, relieve inflammation and increase the rate of healing.
Henry Park, our Norcross & Buford acupuncturist, will begin your acupuncture treatment by asking about your health history. He'll look at your tongue, feel your pulse and perform some other diagnostic examinations, if needed. This will give him all the information needed to create an individualized treatment plan. You'll lay comfortably on a treatment table while the procedure is done. Most patients feel little to no discomfort. You'll relax for five to 30 minutes with the needles left in place, in a state most patients report as very relaxed.
Some people experience immediate results from their first treatment, while others may need additional visits for chronic, long-term problems. Some of the conditions we commonly treat are:
- Headaches and migraines
- Joint pain and swelling from arthritis
- Controlling allergy symptoms, including dry eyes, itching and swelling
- Improving breathing function and capacity
- Naturally regulating hormones
- Strengthening the immune system
- Encouraging a healthy digestive system
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Is acupuncture the right treatment for you? The answer may surprise you. The wide range of conditions that are successfully treated by this procedure literally include the entire body, from head to toe. For chronic pain or health problems, or for sudden pain from accidents, acupuncture can be the most effective and least invasive treatment you can find. Call our office today at 770-447-7557 and make an appointment. At Acupuncture Healing & Wellness, LLC, our team is here to help.


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Dinner Service
Wednesday thru Saturday 5 – 8:30 pm
Reservations encouraged. Call us at (907)235-2280
Dinner at Two Sisters!
Seasonal local ingredients mean specials change weekly and even daily! The following is just a SAMPLE MENU. Call or stop in to see the current menu. Enjoy!
StartersPull Apart Cheesy Bread – soft white roll stuffed with cheddar cheese and toasted, topped with scallions and Sriracha aioli. Choice of Bacon & Bleu Cheese, Tomato, or Plain $9 (plain $7)
Bruschetta – classic style with fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil OR with house-made lemon ricotta, smoked black cod & pickled onions $8
Local Chicken Liver Pâté – with local golden raspberry jam, pickles, and warm sourdough toasts$10
Carpaccio – beef tenderloin, lightly seared and sliced paper thin. served on a bed of greens and dressed with hot sesame oil, soy reduction and scallions $12
Dumplings – house-made wrappers filled with mushroom & cabbage and steamed, served in a soy ginger broth with a spicy poached egg yolk and scallions $12
Bread and Butter Basket $3
House – Fresh Greens, shaved carrot, sweet pepper and scallions. balsamic vinaigrette or creamy herb dressing sm $4/lg $7
Squash and Arugula – with candied pecans, creamy chevre and nasturtium vinaigrette $9
Warm Roasted Tomato, Bacon & Spinach Salad – Oven roasted cherry tomatoes, crisp pepper bacon & fresh mozzarella chunks tossed with fresh spinach; creamy caramelized onion dressing. $9
MainsMac and Cheese – Our own blend of cheddar and gouda cheeses with locally made macaroni $12 with smoked salmon, bacon, tomato & kale, or Sriracha $17
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with White Beans and Tomatoes – filled with rice, zucchini, tomato, kalamata olive and spinach $18
Carrot and Saffron Orzotto with Mussels, Scallops and Rockfish – served with a salad of bitter greens $25
Crispy Rockfish – panko crusted and roasted in the wood oven. served over coconut rice and ginger slaw and drizzled with Morgan's sweet-spicy sauce $20
Spicy Scallop Pasta – house made pasta with chorizo, tomatoes and kale in a chili and lime cream sauce $24
Butter Chicken – an Indian classic; local chicken roasted bone in with a rich sauce of turmeric, garam masala and yogurt, served with raita and choice of two sides $25
Sides: $4.00 ala carte
- Coconut Rice
- Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
- Roasted Vegetable of the Day
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Hibbs & SUPERMAN RETURNS/
Hurray, it's me! SUPERMAN RETURNS: is absolutely a gushing love letter to the 1978 Donner SUPERMAN film. The are repeated shots, structure, even Lex Luthor's plot is basically identical to the one from the first film. And all of this would probably be fine if it didn't keep missing what I took as the best elements of the original.
Here's a for example: both films have a sequence of vignettes of "superman fighting random crime one night". In RETURNS, this is more bombastic: chain guns and bulletproof eyeballs, and lifting cars over his head and whatever. But for me, what made the '78 version work was that Supes stopped to help a little girl get her cat out of a tree, too.
Or how about the climax of Luthor's plot? In '78, Lex sent out TWO missles, in opposite directions, one immediately killing people, and one indirectly doing so. Superman had to make a CHOICE about what to do, and that's where the drama of the character comes from. "save the innocents, or stop me". Nothing even close to that here, even when they had some perfect chances (like, what happened to the Tidal Wave they set up earlier in the film?)
The SUPER parts of SUPERMAN RETURNS -- the plane spectacle, the car catching, lifting a mountain, or flying backwards with his heat vision, or the super-hearing or super-breath elements -- were all really well done. Terrific terrific stuff.
On the other hand, all of the MAN parts were just terrible. Predicated on a few inane concepts -- namely that Superman would leave earth and Lois for half a decade without bothering to say one word to anyone; or that it coincided with "astronomers finding Krypton" and that no one thought to say "oh, right, he's probably looking for home" -- on both sides that just doesn't make sense, and so all the resulting drama feels emotionally false. And all that stuff with the kid? I can't find a way to add up the time-frame to make any of that work.
What's really missing for me, though, was the marraige of the SUPER and the MAN -- I gave 2 examples from the '78 version above, and I'm sure you can all think of several more. And I don't think there was really any of that in RETURNS. A Superman film needs to show why he's SUPERMAN, not just how he's super, and why he's a man. And, yeah, rescuing kittens from trees is part of that.
The performances varied -- Routh looked the role, most of the time, but he had such vanishingly little dialogue to deliver, it's a little hard to call it a performance. He certainly did a fine enough job playing Chris Reeve playing Superman playing Clark Kent. Clrak is basically not in the movie, anyway -- he makes no impact and he has no role, other than, I guess, to see the fax. Spacey's Luthor was fine -- he gave a deal of gusto to whatever he was doing. Bosworth's Lois Lane was the real problem for me, though -- she looks way too young, especially with a five-year gap, and she's far too conventionally pretty to my tastes. Margot Kidder was raspy enough to be a journalist, I thought.
I walked out of the theatre thinking "That was good!", and by the end of the bus ride home, I was way down to "That was merely OK". Today I'm at a VERY low OK, and by this time next week, I could be well down to AWFUL.
Ben liked it though, which is the important bit. I didn't know if he'd sit still through 2.5 hours of film (he was fine, though he asked [whispering!] "Where's Superman?" 2-3 times through the show), or if his interest would hold. For nearly two weeks before Ben woke up every morning and asked first thing if Superman had opened yet. Swear to god. And now that we've seen it, he wants his SUperman figure to talk to him all the time. "Daddy, can Superman talk to me?" -- which actually means, "Daddy will you answer questions for him in a Superman voice?"
Overall, a very low OK from me on the Savage Critic scale.
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I have been a bit caught up on the new website and blog so I have not had the opportunity to blog this wedding and that is a SHAME because it is truly one of my favorites EVER! I just love, love, love Sabrina's dress! She is one of the most beautiful and timeless brides! And her choices from the flowers to the WOW linens to the cake design were all as beautiful as I could imagine. Our vendor team rocked and I am so excited to share these images from Andrew Jade Photography. Here's to this stunning and wonderful couple!
Vendors that made it awesome!
Venue: JW Marriott Desert Ridge
Planning & Coordination: A Day to Cherish Weddings & Celebrations
Photography: Andrew Jade Photography
Videography: Serendipity Cinematography
Floral: Avant Garde William & Co.
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Drape: Quest Drape
Makeup: Pooja Mehta
Lighting: Karma Event Lighting
Band: JJ's Band
Ceremony music: Angleito Acgaoili
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UNC School of the Arts is committed to providing all individuals with an environment that is free of sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Sexual Misconduct Sexual Harassment Sexual Intimidation Effective Consent Reporting Options Limited Immunity Campus Judicial Hearing Procedures
Any act of a sexual nature perpetrated against an individual without effective consent or when an individual is unable to freely give consent. Sexual misconduct includes, but is not limited to: Attempted or completed intercourse or penetration (anal, oral or vaginal) Sexual touching (including disrobing or exposure) Sexual exploitation
Sexual exploitation encompasses a wide range of behaviors which may include, but are not limited to: o Inducing incapacitation with the intent to rape or sexually assault another student o Non-consensual video or audio-recording of sexual activity o Allowing others to observe a personal act of consensual sex without knowledge or consent of the partner o Engaging in Peeping Tommery (voyeurism) o Knowingly transmitting a sexually transmitted disease, including HIV, to another student o Prostituting another student (i.e. – personally gaining money, privilege, or power from the sexual activities of another student)
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination that includes verbal, written, or physical behavior of a sexual nature, directed at someone (of the same or opposite sex), or against a particular group, because of that person's or group's sex, or based on gender stereotypes, when that behavior is unwelcome and creates a quid pro quo situation and/or a hostile environment.
Submission or consent to the behavior is reasonably believed to carry consequences for the student's education, employment, on-campus living environment, or participation in a University activity. Examples of this type of sexual harassment include: Pressuring a student to engage in sexual behavior for some educational or employment benefit, or Making a real or perceived threat that rejecting sexual behavior will carry a negative consequence for the student.
The behavior has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with the student's work or educational performance by creating an intimidating, hostile, or demeaning environment for employment, education, on-campus living, or participation in a University activity. Examples of this type of sexual harassment can include: Persistent unwelcome efforts to develop a romantic or sexual relationship Unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors Unwelcome commentary about an individual's body or sexual activities Repeated and unwelcome sexually-oriented teasing, joking, or flirting Verbal abuse of a sexual nature.
Sexual intimidation involves: Threatening to commit a sexual act upon another person Stalking Cyber-stalking Engaging in indecent exposure
Effective Consent is: Informed Freely and actively given Based on mutually understandable words or actions Can be withdrawn at anytime Effective consent is REQUIRED before you engage in sex.
It is your responsibility to make sure that you have consent from your partner.
A male student invites a female student back to his room. After they arrive, they begin kissing. He removes his shirt, then he removes her shirt, she tries to stop him by pushing away his hands and attempts to get up from the bed. Eventually they are both unclothed and on his bed. The female student has not said anything since they arrived at his room… Does he have effective consent to have sex?
Answer: No Relying solely on non-verbal communication can lead to miscommunication. It is important not to make assumptions. If you are not sure - ASK
Jane meets Jack at a party on campus, they are both drinking and having a good time and they have both consumed several cups of "punch." Jane's friends leave her because Jane insists that she is fine. Jane passes out on the couch and wakes up with Jack on top of her. Jane does not resist and does not say no. Did Jane give effective consent?
Answer:No You may not engage in sexual activity with another person you know, or should reasonably know, is incapacitated as a result of alcohol or other drugs. Alcohol and other drugs can lead to confusion over consent. It is always your responsibility to be sure your partner is able to give effective consent. Being intoxicated or high yourself does not diminish your responsibility to obtain consent and is never a defense for sexual misconduct.
Consent may not be inferred from silence, passivity or lack of physical resistance alone. A current or previous dating or sexual relationship (or the existence of such a relationship with anyone else) may not, in itself, be taken to imply consent. Consent cannot be implied by attire, or inferred from the buying of dinner or the spending of money on a date. Consent to one type of sexual act may not, in itself, be taken to imply consent to another type of sexual act. Consent expires. Consent lasts for a reasonable time, and depends on the circumstances. Consent to sexual activity may be withdrawn at any time, as long as the withdrawal is communicated clearly; upon clear communication, all sexual activity must cease. Consent which is obtained through the use of fraud or force, whether that force is physical force, threats, intimidation, or coercion, is ineffective consent. Intimidation or coercion is determined by reference to the reasonable perception of a person found in the same or similar circumstances.
Minors under the age of 16 (in North Carolina) Mentally disabled persons Persons who are incapacitated as a result of alcohol or other drugs or who are unconscious or otherwise physically helpless. Incapacitation means being in a state where a person lacks the capacity to appreciate the nature of giving consent to participate in sexual activity.
You can call UNC School of the Arts Campus Police at extension 55! If the incident occurred off campus the University can help you contact the local police where the incident occurred. We recommend students contact Rape Crisis and Campus Support Services at 336-722-4457, as someone is available 24 hours a day. Rape Crisis and Campus Support Services can assist with contacting police. Students can also report sexual misconduct/harassment to the University's Title IX Coordinator, Deputy Coordinator, and/or the Office of the Dean of Student Services or any person of authority. The University will not wait for the conclusion of any criminal investigation or proceedings before commencing its own investigation; however, the University's investigation may be delayed temporarily while the criminal investigators are gathering evidence. In the event of such a delay, the University may take interim measures when necessary to protect the complainant and the University community.
Retaliation against individuals involved in or providing information related to a sexual misconduct complaint (including, but not limited to, complainants, witnesses, investigators, and reporters) will not be tolerated. Appropriate action will be taken, including possible termination of employment, against individuals who engage in retaliation. Appropriate action will be taken, including possible expulsion from the University, against students who engage in retaliation. Individuals who are aware of, or believe retaliation has occurred in violation of this policy must report the information to the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Coordinator.
Confidentiality will be maintained by counselors in the University Counseling Center and health care providers (physicians, nurses, physicians assistants, etc.) in the Student Health Service consistent with state law, Ministers, and Rape Crisis Center Counselors (in sexual assault cases); including those located on campus. The Title IX Coordinator will honor a complainant's request for confidentiality unless the safety of the University community would be compromised by the seriousness of the harassment and/or there are other complaints about the same individual, or to comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). All conversations will be considered private as only individuals with a need to knowwill be informed to ensure that an appropriate and thorough investigation is conducted. In such cases the University will discuss the appropriate approach with the complainant and how it applies to their specific case.
It is important that cases of sexual misconduct are reported. The University extends limited immunity from punitive sanctioning in the case of illegal alcohol use to victims, witnesses and to those reporting incidents and/or assisting the victims of sexual misconduct.
At UNC School of the Arts, a Student Conduct process has been established to address complaints of sexual misconduct when the accused student is a UNC School of the Arts Student. TThe complainant has the right to receive notification and assistance from the University's Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Coordinator regarding interim actions, including assistance in changing academic and living situations, after an alleged incident of sexual misconduct. IIn addition, no-contact orders may also be issued to prevent any contact, whether in person or indirectly, between the accused student, acquaintances, witnesses, and/or the complaining party.
Evidence will be evaluated under a "preponderance of the evidence standard," meaning that the accused student will be found responsible if, based upon the entirety of the evidence presented during the hearing, it is determined that the accused student "more likely than not" committed the offense in question.
An investigation by the University and a decision by the Sexual Misconduct Hearing Panel will, in most cases, be rendered within sixty (60) days of the filing of a complaint.
Complainants and accused students may file a written appeal with the University's Title IX Coordinator within 14 calendar days from the date of the decision. Grounds for an appeal are: Sufficiency of the evidence to support the decision; Appropriateness of the sanction; Germane new evidence not available at the time of the hearing that could significantly impact the outcome; and/or Procedural errors that significantly impact the outcome.
Be a friend she/he can trust. Seek medical assistance from UNC School of the Arts Student Health Service or a local hospital. Seek support from Rape Crisis and Campus Support Services Report the situation to University Campus Police or local police. Seek emotional support from University Counseling Report to the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Coordinator.
Any sexual relationship between an employee (faculty or staff) and a student, whether consensual or not, is a violation of University policy. Individuals with information about a possible violation of this policy should refer the information to the Title IX Coordinator.
James Lucas Title IX Coordinator Office of Human Resources Office Phone: 336-770-3317 Email: email@example.com@uncsa.edu
Delores Harris Title IX Coordinator Office of Human Resources Office Phone: 336-414-7529 Email: email@example.com@uncsa.edu Thomas Espenschied Judicial Affairs Deputy Title IX Coordinator Office Phone: 336-631-1215 Email: email@example.com@uncsa.edu
Ward Caldwell336-770-3283 Dean of Students firstname.lastname@example.com@uncsa.edu Dr. Tom Murray336-770-3288 Counseling Services firstname.lastname@example.com@uncsa.edu Laurel Banks336-631-1223 Clinical Case firstname.lastname@example.com@uncsa.edu
Campus Policefrom cell phone 336-770-3362 from campus phone dial:55 Sexual Assault Response Program (24 hour rape crisis service sponsored by Family Services) 336-722-4457 Forsyth Medical Center Emergency Department 336-718-2001 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center 336-713-9000
Winston-Salem Police Department or Forsyth County Sheriff Department 911 Health Link 1-888-267-3675 National Sexual Assault Crisis Line 1-800-656-4673 National Online Hotline https://ohl.rain.org/online/https://ohl.rain.org/online/ Counseling and Support Groups (Family Services of Forsyth County) 336-723-4357
For the complete Sexual Misconduct Policy and explanation of the campus hearing process please visit: http://www.uncsa.edu/humanresources/forms/Title%2 0IX/Title%209%20Policy%20and%20Procedures%20for %20EC.pdf Note: If your browser does not open the link above, please copy and paste the link into your browser to read the policy.
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Nov 15 Day of the Imprisoned Writer Forum at UP Manila
Dear Friends,
The Philippine Center of the International PEN (Poets, Playwrights, Essayists, Novelists) Writers in Prison Committee is hosting a writers' forum and gathering this coming November 15 to mark the Day of the Imprisoned Writer. This activity will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 in the afternoon at the University of the Philippines – Manila, College of Arts and Sciences Little Theater, Padre Faura, Manila.
The November 15 Day of the Imprisoned Writer is an annual, international day intended to recognize and support writers who resist repression of the basic human right to freedom of expression and who stand up to attacks made against their right to impart information.
PEN Centers all over the world will highlight cases of imprisoned writers, including that of Filipino poet Ericson Acosta, who has been in detention in a Samar jail for more than a year now. Prominent writers, their institutions, unions and organizations from all other the country, have likewise pledged to participate in the November 15 activities and actions.
In this light, we invite you and your organization to join us in the writers' forum. We hope that you can share your thoughts on freedom of expression and human rights with our literary community on this very important day.
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A Lawyer's case for God is an excellent book for believers and non-believers alike. It is personable and easy to read, and yet incredibly intelligent. It takes cosmic concepts and enormous ideas and scientific studies and makes them interesting and relevent to spiritual thought. It makes for a great witnessing tools. I have personally given away several copies. It is a must read.
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A writing workshop at Kerouac House with writer-in-residence Sarah VirenThe personal essay is enjoying a recent resurgence in popularity, with many fiction writers and poets, as well as emerging writers, trying their hand at essay writing. But how do we write about ourselves without coming off as narcissistic or—worse yet—boring our audience to death? In this workshop, we'll discuss several different approaches to writing from the "I" and spend some time drafting our own flash essays, or short personal essays.
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Her name is Irka Mateo and she is a Dominican singer, songwriter and world music artist.
From Wikipedia: Her artistic career has been one of breaking boundaries and embracing people's deepest humanity especially through their music.
The video you are going to watch shows her work at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian on Taíno (an Arawak people who were indigenous peoples of the Caribbean) and their music and storytelling.
Telling stories and making music to meet other worlds, that is wonderful.
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C'est Jolie Noel - Free Download MP3
. . . . A wonderful little bilingual Christmas song from my 1997 album, Sophisticated Boom Boom. Guitar and harmonica by the wonderful Graham Brown. You can download it for free here: https://soundcloud.com/bongobeatrecords/ralph-cest-jolie-noel
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