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Elaine's Big Ideas – The Older The Better
Season 2 | Episode 1
Elaine's Big Idea: Find what works for you and do it every day. Inspired by her 45th birthday, Elaine shares her tips on how to refocus on what's important… YOU! From a yoga class to a glass of wine to laughing till you cry, there's no wrong way to take time for yourself. With her best girlfriends by her side, Elaine proves that some things only get better with age.
Elaine's Big Ideas - The Fall 2015 Trend Guide
Season 2 | Episode 2
Elaine shares her take on the season's hottest fashion trends for fall 2015. From the fringe factor to faux-fur cheetah prints, Elaine provides personal styling tips on how to wear, accessorize, and enjoy her favorite fall trends this fashion season.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Fall Apparel Trend Guide
Season 2 | Episode 3
Elaine is so excited to talk about fall apparel trends. Get ready to dress up your outerwear collection with fancy faux fur and retro chic capes.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Fall Handbag Trend Guide
Season 2 | Episode 4
Embrace this season's most fashionable handbag trends. From fringe to shades of red to saddlebags, Elaine Turner has your handbag needs covered.
Elaine's Big Ideas – Favorite Fall Reads
Season 2 | Episode 5
From Todd Henry's Louder Than Words to Tara Mohr's Playing Big, Elaine finds inspiration and empowerment in the books she's reading this fall. Join the journey and tell us what's on your must-read list this season!
Elaine's Big Ideas - Iconic Elaine Turner
Season 2 | Episode 6
Elaine shares the iconic pieces that Elaine Turner has become known for. From the classic Bella envelope clutch, to a timeless pair of riding boots, we are passionate about crafting elegant pieces that exude a sense of modern glamour.
Elaine's Big Ideas - 15 Years In Fashion
Season 2 | Episode 7
After fifteen years in fashion, Elaine reflects on what she's learned along the way. Admired for her Texas "can-do" spirit, philanthropic endeavors and classic designs, local Houstonians share their memories of the brand and wish the designer the best in the years to come.
Hear From A Leading Breast Cancer Oncologist
Season 2 | Episode 8
Elaine and her mother Marlaine sit down with Dr. Sharon H. Giordano to candidly discuss what it's like to live with breast cancer. Marlaine shares personal moments from her inspiring journey and how MD Anderson was pivotal in changing her perspective and outlook on living with cancer.
Discover Boots At Every Height
Season 2 | Episode 9
From retro ankle booties to must-have over-the-knee boots, Elaine shows you how to wear fall's hottest boot trends… at all heights!
Watch and Learn - One Scarf, Four Ways!
Season 2 | Episode 10
No matter the season, a scarf can always add the perfect finishing touch to your outfit. Watch and learn as Elaine discovers four fast and fabulous ways to wear and tie our BCA scarf.
Girlfriends' Guide To The Seaon's Most Coveted Trends
Season 2 | Episode 11
Crazy for culottes? Fanatic about fringe? Elaine shares chic and easy ways to style this season's most coveted trends in a way that works for you!
Discover The LBD For Every Body!
Season 2 | Episode 12
The perfect little black dress? Look no further. Elaine styles our Audrey dress on three different body types to demonstrate how this timeless staple is a piece that every woman needs in her wardrobe.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Home For The Holidays
Season 2 | Episode 13
Make Elaine Turner your home for the holidays! From festive company parties to a cozy gift exchange, 'tis the season to host your holiday soirée at your favorite Elaine Turner store!
Elaine's Big Ideas - Girlfriends' Guide to the Perfect Holiday Gifts
Season 2 | Episode 14
'Tis the season to spread some cheer! Elaine shares gift ideas that are sure to make spirits bright this holiday season. So make that list and check it twice, then head to Elaine Turner for presents that will dazzle everyone on your list.
Elaine's Big Ideas – Kicking Off The Holidays
Season 2 | Episode 15
This holiday season, Elaine gets personal as she reflects on the stress and pressure of the holidays. Discover what's really important to Elaine as she shares her passion for philanthropy, spending time with family, and practicing self-love.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Holiday Glam Makeup Tips
Season 2 | Episode 16
Hit the holiday party circuit with your best face forward! Watch and learn as Elaine and her makeup artist, Pam, share three easy tips on how to go from everyday drab to holiday fab in no time flat!
Elaine's Big Ideas - How To Be A Friend To A Special Needs Mom
Season 2 | Episode 17
Elaine and the co-founders of Autism Rescue Angels open up about their journey as special needs moms and discuss what it's like to care for a child with Autism. Learn about the blessings and challenges these inspiring women tackle every day.
Elaine's Big Ideas - How To Stay Centered During The Holidays With Elizabeth Irvine
Season 2 | Episode 18
Drawing inspiration from spiritual guru Elizabeth Irvine, Elaine seeks peace during the hectic holiday season. Discover three ways to nurture yourself and find a moment's peace, even during this busy time of year.
Elaine's Big Ideas - New Year, New You
Season 2 | Episode 19
Using fashion and beauty as her platform, Elaine is on a mission to encourage and empower a very deserving woman, Mary, a resident at The Women's Home. Discover the power of transformation as Elaine seeks to redefine fashion, one woman at a time.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Print Play
Season 2 | Episode 20
This season it's all about color and print. Elaine breaks down what you need to know about the trend and shares her personal tips on how to rock bold colors and bright patterns.
Elaine's Big Ideas - How To Wear Color In Early Spring
Season 2 | Episode 21
We are crushing hard on color this spring! Elaine has some style tips to share on how to feel confident and totally own it when wearing pops of color.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Colorful Spring Break
Season 2 | Episode 22
Do not leave home without print and color this spring break. Elaine shares her personal tips on how to confidently rock your vacay look in comfort.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Slip Into Spring
Season 2 | Episode 23
Elaine shares how to take a slip dress from beach to boardwalk. This style is innately casual and elegant, making it a breeze to dress up or down.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve
Season 2 | Episode 24
This season's apparel trend lies in subtle design elements, like sleeve details. From feminine flutter sleeves to drapey cape sleeves, sometimes the biggest trends are in the smallest details.
Elaine's Big Ideas - Colorful Luncheon Season
Season 2 | Episode 25
Be brave and wear color this luncheon season! Take your color crush to the next level by layering on color with more bold color. Whoever said hot pink doesn't pair well with cobalt blue?

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We are making Fresno podcasting history this Saturday night. The first ever podcast in Central California to go live in streaming audio and choppy-ass webcam video.
The podcast of which I speak is Dorktown – who else would do such a geeky event? And here is where you can come in.
Go to Stickam.com and sign up for an account. Then befriend Dorktown on Stickam. Now just show up online at 10:00 Pacific Saturday and hangout with nerds Bells and Mike as we talk Fresno and whatever.
You actually don't need a Stickam account to just listen and watch. Go to the Dorkcam page at ten and observe in anonymity.
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|Janssens D., Giannotti F., Nanni M., Pedreschi D., Rinzivillo S. Data science for simulating the era of electric vehicles. In: KI - Künstliche Intelligenz, vol. 26 (3) pp. 275 - 278. Springer, 2012.
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I've set up this page, as a new Shemsu of the Kemetic Orthodox faith, in honor of my spiritual father, Ra. Here I will document my journey as I strive to learn the secrets of the Kemetic name that my Father and our Nisut (AUS), Hekatawy I, has bestowed upon me, as I forge a new relationship with Him and my beloveds and uphold ma'at in my life.
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I had planned, all week, to take yesterday as a day off. I am going to have to write and edit like a madman all of my vacation (woo-hoo! I'm on vacation!) and decided that yesterday, and Thanksgiving day itself, would be my days to do nothing but putter around the house and read and so forth. I also somehow wound up in Facebook jail for posting a photo of a guy in a bikini three years ago that someone somehow decided yesterday 'violated their community standards of nudity'--who knew that a man in a bikini was naked? Puritans. So I went to Costco and cleaned up around the house and spent the day finishing reading Owen Laukkanen's The Watcher in the Wall, and once I was finished with that, I started reading William Hjortsberg's Falling Angel, around essays from Barbara Tuchman's Practicing History.
Damn, I do love to read.
We also started getting caught up on the shows we watch last night.
It was time.
Adrian Miller had planned to wait, a few more days, another week, maybe. Hell, when he woke up for school that morning, before school, he wasn't even sure he would do it anymore. He'd thought about his mom and dad and sister, about Lucas, and wondered what kind of monster would want to hurt them the way he was planning. He'd hugged his parents goodbye and walked out the front door, and it was a beautiful fall morning, crisp and bracing and clear, and he'd decided, not yet. Maybe not ever.
But then he showed up at school, and it all started again.
Lucas wouldn't talk to him. Lucas never talked to him, not in public, anyway. Lucas avoided his eyes in the hallway, wouldn't eat lunch with him, made him wait until the final bell rang and they could go to the park, or to Lucas' dad's basement, somewhere far away from school and Lucas' real friends.
I really, really loved this book.
Take this opening. Laukkanen perfectly captures the experience of what it feels like to be that kid; the one who has no friends, the one who counts the minutes until the final bell rings, who dreads going to gym class or the cafeteria for lunch and going to school every morning; who dreads going to bed every night because it means when you wake up you have to go to school again; what it feels like to wish you would die in your sleep so it would all be over; to wonder if you would ever have the nerve to kill yourself.
I was that kid once.
When I bought the book (because I wanted to read one of Owen's books) I didn't realize it was a book in a series, but to be honest, I didn't realize it was a series until I was well into it, and by then I couldn't stop reading even if I had wanted to; and it didn't matter at all. Maybe the reading experience would have been heightened by having read the series in its proper order (I'm a bit obsessive about this sort of thing) but I didn't feel like I missed anything. It worked perfectly well as an introduction to the series (which I am now going to go back and read), and that's truly not an easy thing to do. (I don't think, for example, my series can be read out of order.)
The series characters are Kirk Stevens and Carla Windermere, who work on a joint FBI-BCA violent crime task force. They get involved in this particular case when Stevens' daughter--distraught about her classmate Adrian Miller's suicide--asks them to do something about it. There isn't much they can do at first, but as a courtesy they start looking into it, and soon discover an ugly world on-line of suicide groups and chatboards...and disturbed individuals who encourage the suicidal to go through with it. Adrian was the victim of one such person, and as they start to dig into this subculture more, they soon realize that there will be more kids talked into killing themselves while this person watches via webcam.
What makes the book so brilliant, though, is that Laukkanen takes us into the mind of the psychopath as well; how he became this person who enjoys watching young people kill themselves, how much he enjoys playing the game, and how he has turned it into a for-profit business. And while it is a slithery, creepy, horrifying place to be--at the same time you can't help but feel some empathy for this awful, horrible person you want to be caught; since you know the backstory of how he came to be this monster. This fleshes him out, makes him more real--and all the more terrifying, as it is easy to see how such a psychopath is created.
Laukkanen also shows us the point of view of his new target, a sad lonely girl who hates her life, lured in by an Internet boyfriend she meets on one of the suicide chat boards and comes to know through Facebook and other social media (he uses the pictures of an attractive boy who committed suicide already to create this fake presence, and we learn how he does this and how easy teenagers are prey to this sort of thing--which is also terrifying), and finally she decides to go meet him, taking a bus from Tampa to Louisville...and the race is on for Stevens and Windermere to save her.
The pacing is amazing; you never want to put the book down. The writing is superb, and Laukkanen's characters are all very real.
Oddly enough, once I finished reading this I realized I actually already had the first book in the series, The Professionals, in my TBR pile.
Looking forward to reading some more of Owen Laukkanen.
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Recipe Friday – Sweet Potato Treats (For Dogs)
This is the easiest recipe ever! I wasn't sure Sasha (or any dog for that matter), would like this, but she LOVED it. This is so easy to prepare for anyone who may not be a wizard in the kitchen.
Ingredient: (Yes ONE ingredient!)
- 3 Large Sweet Potatoes (washed and dried about the same shape/size works best)
1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Cut your sweet potato in half lengthwise.
4. Place flat side of halved potato onto your cutting board and slice into 1/3 inch lengthwise pieces. Do not cut thinner than 1/4 inch.
5. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 3 hours turning over halfway through.
7. Cool completely on a wire rack.
8. Keep refrigerated up to two weeks. Store any leftovers in the freezer for up to 4 months.
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Ames is a rural unincorporated community in Cloud County, Kansas, United States.[1]
Ames was founded in 1883.[2]
A post office was opened in Shirley in 1868 (also known as Elm Creek, it is now part of Shirley Township averages a population of 40), but the post office was moved to Ames in 1878 and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1993.[3]
Ames is part of the Clifton-Clyde Unified School District 224.[4] The school district includes Clifton, Clyde, Vining, Ames, St. Joseph, and nearby rural areas of Clay, Cloud, Washington counties. The district has three schools:
- Clifton-Clyde Senior High School, located in Clyde.
- Clifton-Clyde Middle School, located in Clifton.
- Clifton-Clyde Grade School, located in Clifton.
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- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Ames, Kansas
- ^ Hollibaugh, E. F. (1903). Biographical History of Cloud County, Kansas: Biographies of Representative Citizens. Illustrated with Portraits of Prominent People, Cuts of Homes, Stock, Etc. Wilson, Humphrey & Company. p. 880.
- ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Retrieved 6 June 2014.
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- Clifton-Clyde USD 224, local school district
- Cloud County Map, KDOT
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Weekly Junkie Playlist
This weeks playlist is all about one of our absolute fave genre's of all time. Reggae in its entirety, sub-genres and all will always have our heart #sorrynotsorry. We've compiled some of our fave reggae, dancehall and afro pop rhythms that keep us in high spirits. We hope these tunes can take you to a place of sunshine and clear waters as you swim through this new week. Cheers!
Ruff Up The World by Vershon
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Property Location A stay at Jasper Hotel places you in the heart of Melbourne, walking distance from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne City Baths. This 4-star ....
Property Location A stay at Jasper Hotel places you in the heart of Melbourne, walking distance from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne City Baths. This 4-star hotel is close to Crown Casino and Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Windows open for fresh air and city views. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including wireless Internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. This hotel also features babysitting/childcare (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at a bar and dine alfresco (weather permitting). Or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily in the caf� for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include high-speed (wired) Internet access (surcharge), a business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center, conference/meeting rooms, and small meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) or park nearby.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Queen Victoria Market - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Melbourne City Baths - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi RMIT University - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi State Library of Victoria - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Melbourne Central - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Old Melbourne Gaol - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Flagstaff Gardens - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi QV Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Bourke Street Mall - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Royal Exhibition Building - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Royal Arcade - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Her Majesty's Theatre - 1 km / 0.6 mi Melbourne Town Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi Royal Melbourne Hospital - 1 km / 0.6 mi Block Arcade - 1 km / 0.6 mi
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Look, we don't want to get into that game from last year. It hurt too much. But, for those of you new to Cal football…When the Bears opened against the Vols in 2006, it was an unmitigated disaster. The Tennessee guys ripped us to the tune of a 35 point lead through the third quarter. Many Cal students had dreams of a championship. After that game? Ummm, not so much.So after an unbearable break from the great American sport, we face the same very orange team on opening day. Thankfully, this shot at sweet redemption is at home. Here's what to look for.
- The Clog sobbing uncontrollably if DeSean Jackson gets injured.
- No damned parking. Anywhere.
- The Bears owning, thanks to a key difference from last year's debacle. The underrated change is simply that we won't have to face the brain-cramping onslaught of neon orange. This is by far the most important aspect of home field advantage against these Vols. The sight of a puke-inducing, sea of highlighter fluid-colored shirts is enough to make even the best teams screw up. It's unfair. You're trying to win a football game, and your brain thinks you've been transported to the 1970s from hell. The NCAA should make this tactic illegal.
- Look, we don't know about Longshore. He was inconsistent last year, and often faltered when it mattered most. But ESPN.com tells us that the pirate-named dude has improved massively. According to them, he's an elite college quarterback. ESPN can never be wrong, so look for Nato to put up 300 yards.
The finally analysis is this: The Bears have the best player (The blur of light known as DeSean) and the better team. Last year was brutal, but we shouldn't expect a repeat. The Vols don't have WRs and their QB is a gimp. The Clog boldly predicts a glorious trouncing.Prediction: Bears 34, Vols 14.
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We also visited with Jason's grandpa who is very ill at the moment. It always amazes me the level of grace and patience dogs have with the elderly. She loved visiting with Jason's grandpa and greeted him with a tail that goes around and around in circles. Grandpa Murray was pretty tired after a day of activity but still managed to pet and talk to Madison. When his hand would get tired and stop petting her, she would stay still for a few minutes and then gently nudge his hand with her head to resume their petting ritual. It warmed my heart in so many ways!
It was a fun weekend and we are all exhausted! I hope everyone had a great weekend too. I'll be catching up with you all this week with more posts about our furry little friends who are so near and dear to our hearts! <3


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There's an extra bank holiday for the upcoming Diamond Jubilee weekend, so why not make the most of it and get more time away without having to take more days off work? Plus, not all holidays mean you get fat… how about getting fit too?
With one month to go, it's not too late to book something great.
The only dates to take off work are the 6th, 7th and 8th June – by using this holiday time you can secure a nine day break with only three days annual leave.
Failing this you can still have a four day break away in Europe without taking any time off work. We take a look at some ideas for tailor-made active and wellness holidays, short and long, from Health and Fitness Travel.
Short Breaks (from 2nd – 6th June)
Mallorca: Reads
This intimate and boutique retreat in Mallorca is surrounded by five acres of lush gardens at the base of the Tramuntana mountains. Choose a tailored programme to suit you from cycling, stress reliever, spa & sport or yoga detox. If you are looking to renew energy then this exclusive healthy break is just what you need, with inspiring exercise classes, invigorating spa treatments and delectable nutritious cuisine.
You can currently book a four night break at Reads from £1,070pp, including return flights, transfers, accommodation full board with an inclusive programme.
Budapest: Danubius Wellness
Restore, explore and transform yourself with some relaxing spa treatments at one of Europe's leading thermal spas in Budapest. Unwind and de-stress with the extensive range of treatments and thermal waters. Enjoy salt cave healing sessions, mud treatments and massages along with access to daily activities including yoga, Pilates, fitness and aqua aerobics.
A four night healthy break at Danubius will cost you from £840pp including return flights, transfers, accommodation and a wellness programme.
Portugal: Longevity Essential Fitness
For a nature and wellness getaway, this luxurious mountain retreat located in Monchique will aim to rebalance and rejuvenate. Longevity's top fitness and nutritional experts offer in-depth evaluations using cutting-edge diagnostic tools, lifestyle assessment and one-on-one fitness coaching to help to lose fat, improve muscle tone, flexibility, core strength, posture, vitality and energy.
Four nights at Longevity Wellness Resort in Portugal costs from £1,160pp including accommodation full board, the Essential fitness programme, return flights and transfers.
Tenerife: Abama Wellness
If the intention is to keep fit, tone up, relax, enjoy a holistic treatment or be pampered, then try out this retreat set on the untouched western coast of Tenerife. Submerge yourself in paradise and enjoy fabulous spa treatments, health and fitness consultations, personal training sessions and unlimited group activities including; tennis, golf, yoga, Pilates, spinning, beach hula-hoop, tai-chi by the sea and Zumba.
Health and Fitness Travel offer a three night healthy break at Abama from £990pp including return flights, transfers, accommodation and a wellness programme.
Long Breaks (from 2nd – 11th June)
St Vincent & the Grenadines: Buccament Bay Luxury Bootcamp
Luxury and bootcamp might not be words you expect to find together, but this all-inclusive luxury resort in the Caribbean is merging relaxing with the pursuit of hard core fitness goals with this Luxury Bootcamp retreat. Fitness 4's trainers and nutritionists have created a healthy diet that is designed to help you lose weight and build muscle to increase your overall lifestyle and well-being. Choose a five, six or seven day camp and then enjoy the rest of your time with beach recovery and spa treatments.
You can get seven nights at Buccament Bay Luxury Bootcamp all-inclusive from £2,545pp (no single supplement) including return flights and transfers.
Thailand: Absolute Sanctuary
Enjoy a tailored all-inclusive programme and choose from yoga, detox, weight management, fitness or de-stress along with delicious healthy cuisine. Located on a hill in the beautiful island of Koh Samui, this healthy retreat features a world-class yoga centre offering 25 classes a week, fitness classes including Thai boxing, spa treatments and hydrotherapy rooms. This holiday's aim is to help you find your balance mentally, physically and spiritually.
Seven nights currently costs from £1,620pp including return flights, transfers and a full board all-inclusive programme.
Antigua: Sugar Ridge Spa & Sport
Enjoy a tailored all-inclusive spa and sport programme at this luxury Caribbean resort. Each day will offer a choice of fitness activity ranging from early morning walks, step aerobics, Hatha yoga, water aerobics, boot camp and personal circuit training, all under the supervision of trained professional instructors. Then unwind at the spa with a choice of daily spa treatment to soothe tired limbs.
The offer is for seven nights at Sugar Ridge Spa & Sport all-inclusive from £2,145pp including return flights and transfers.
Mexico: Now Sapphire
Here you'll find an unlimited luxury ocean front setting resort where experiences include endless health and fitness activities from yoga to Zumba, four swimming pools, nightly entertainment and golf at nearby Playa Paraíso Golf Club. There's the Spa, with indigenous treatments to full-body massage, tennis courts and fitness centre.
Health and Fitness Travel offer seven nights all-inclusive at Now Sapphire from £1,480pp including return flights, transfers, accommodation and a spa programme.
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"we only live once, which means we have to do and be all that we were created to be. on a daily basis, we have to work to become. i personally never fulfill my new year's resolutions so instead, i am committing myself to a year full of meaningful days. a meaningful day can truly be anything, but for me, that means taking small steps on a daily basis to change the world. cliche, yes. impossible, no."
365 days ago, i woke up and recognized that my time here is limited. it wasn't so much a "i am going to die one day" thought, but more so a "i want to use my life well.up.and to the fullest. kind of thought. and in this moment, i began to understand that it was up to me to do it.
i started this blog with the intention of making and recording conscious efforts to spend my days the way i would like to spend my life. i decided it was time to start taking responsibility for my own life; and for me, this meant becoming the person i said i always wanted to be. this meant living passionately. in every way.every.single.day. it meant learning about problems and world challenges before judging them, before assuming i had the solution, and before criticizing other people's efforts. it meant spending my money in a more conscious, purposeful way. it meant purchasing goods that are environmentally responsible, sustainable, and friendly. it meant listening more and talking less. it meant being kind. it meant giving people pieces of my heart. and it meant choosing happiness.
i knew that i wanted my life to change. what i didn't know was that it could.
and over the last 365 days, i have learned that if i am ever going to start, the best time is now. that what you do every day is what makes up your year, your being, and your life. i've learned that what you do matters. that while i would like to save the world, maybe it's just as important to change someone's life. and then i've also learned that maybe people don't need you to change their whole lives, but maybe just their day. i've learned that people will surprise you and that you'll find what you're looking for. i watched my life transform as i began to understand that i am responsible for the way i feel. that my attitude is my choice. that happiness feels better. i decided to stop talking about "someday," "one day," and "yesterday" and start doing today, in this moment. because if i know anything, it is that someday will never come if you don't go out and chase it. i started to dream bigger.
in 12 months i visited ten states, graduated with my Master's degree in Social Work, completed two internships, spent a summer getting lost in new york city and started my career. i successfully surprised two different people and began to understand that family is the best kind of gift you can give. i ate cupcakes. lots of cupcakes. and then i decided to commit to living a healthier lifestyle. i decided to give up short term gratification for longer term achievements. i let love be more important than the anger i wanted to hold on to. i forgave people who were not sorry. and i said sorry when i was wrong. and i learned to pay attention to the small things. in 8,760 hours i've tried to find ways to make the world feel better through random acts of kindness, common courtesy gestures, and choosing to be kinder than necessary. and in this time, i've been reminded that the acts may not doing anything for the greater good, but i've also put my faith in believing that what the world could use is some heart. some love. some kind gestures. and so i did them anyway. and in 525,600 seconds i've let people change my life. i've saw people struggle. and i've learned why the do. i saw the impact of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. i've witnessed resiliency and strength. i've devoted my time to learning about who is homeless and why, and what this means. i've expanded my knowledge about mental illness and the people it affects. i've learned to work alongside the people i am so passionate about.
and in just one day, i changed my life. and it all began with the decision to try.
365 days ago, i was waiting for my life to start. but today i understand that
life is now.
i said that i wanted to become. what i know is that i'm not there yet, but i'm here. right here.
this life is yours, what are you going to make of it?


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The PSU Geodesign team will again be at the 2017 ESRI Users Conference in San Diego, California. This year's theme is "Applying The Science of Where." Our team will be giving talks on a wide variety of geodesign-related topics including sea level rise, Enhancing your career with geodesign, urban stadium development, and how we utilize Esri's GeoPlanner tool. In addition, we will have a booth at the Academic Program fair on Monday from 330-6PM, just outside the map pavilion.
Let us know if you are going to be there, we would love to talk about Geodesign!
WEDNESDAY JULY 12, SDCC Room 26B
Sea Level Rise with City Engine. Dr. Michael Flaxman
Enhance Your Career with Geodesign. Kelleann Foster, RLA, ASLA
Applying Geodesign to Urban Development. Jim Sipes, FASLA & Dan Meehan
GeoPlanner for Online Education. David Goldberg, ASLA


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The below list of materials is abolitionist food-for-thought. Each collective-author pushes the limits of what a mass struggle to abolish white supremacist domestic warfare and the U.S. prison industrial complex could look like. These can be shared electronically, printed out, mailed to friends/comrades, memorized, or otherwise circulated freely.
All items reproduced for educational purposes and are not the creation of True Leap Press
Reading List for January 2018:
Angela Davis – Are Prisons Obsolete?
Angela Davis – Slavery and the Prison Industrial Complex
Angela Davis & Cassandra Shaylor – Race, Gender, and the Prison Industrial Complex
Liz Appel – White Supremacy in the Movement Against the Prison-Industrial-Complex
Frank Wilderson – The Prison Slave As Hegemony's (Silent) Scandal
> Courtesy of Ill Will Editions
Julia C. Oparah – Maroon Abolitionists: Black Gender-Oppressed Activists in the Anti-Prison Movement
> Found in Smith & Stanley's Captive Genders: Trans Embodiment and the Prison Industrial Complex. Oakland & Edinburgh: AK Press, 2011.
Mariame Kaba – On Self-Defense
> To learn about Mariame's work, see: US Prison Culture (blog) or follow her on twitter: @prisonculture
Butch Lee – The Re-Biography of Harriett Tubman
> This book is originally published by Kersplebedeb, and can be purchased at https://www.leftwingbooks.net
Critical Resistance – The Abolitionist Toolkit
> Learn more about Critical Resistance and follow them on twitter: @C_Resistance
Black Rose / Rosa Negra Anarchist Federation (BRRN) – Below & Beyond Trump: Power & Counter-Power in 2017
Federación Anarquista Black Rose / Rosa Negra (BRRN) – Bajo Trump y más allá: Poder y contrapoder en 2017
>This book is originally published by Kersplebedeb, and can be purchased at https://www.leftwingbooks.net
Dylan Rodríguez – On the Fascism Problematic
Dylan Rodríguez – Genocide and/as American Social Formation
Andrea Smith – Three Pillars of White Supremacy
Denise Ferreira Da Silva – Toward a Global Idea of Race
Seminario Permanente de Teoría y Crítica – Book Review: Toward a Global Idea of Race
all items reproduced for educational purposes
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The Hollywood Reporter picked up the announcement made on Friday by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences of the 21 animated films that are up for possible Oscar Nominations in the 2013 ceremony. Studio Ghibli's latest film, From Up on Poppy Hill, is among the 21 titles, including smash hit Dr. Seuess' The Lorax and the eagerly anticipated Rise of The Guardians. From Up on Poppy Hill is still in need of a further one week run in L.A in order to qualify for nomination submission, which distributor GKids commented on, aiming to give the film its qualifying run within a "November time frame".
Set in 1960's Japan, From Up on Poppy Hill follows the story of Umi Matsuzaki, a high schooler living in a boarding house who meets Shun Kazama, a member of the school newspaper club. The pair decide to clean up the school clubhouse, which is in danger of being demolished by school chairman and businessman Tokumaru, leaving Umi and Shun with the task of persuading him to reconsider. This latest feature also marks Goro Miyazaki's first directorial role since 2006's Tales Of Earthsea.
Perhaps more obscure is the second anime title that made the list, The Mystical Laws, directed by Isamu Imakake adapting a book by founder of the controversial religious group, Happy Science, Ryuho Okawa. The story involves a lone saviour with the power of mystical technology battling the evil empire of Godom. The film was released in U.S theatres in early October, having a near simultaneous opening with Japan.
Also submitted but just falling short of the final list was Hitoshi Takekiyo's fully CGI anime After School Midnighters, telling the tale of a human anatomical model that springs to life in the school science room at midnight.


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Monday, 25 August 2014
A new hang-out
called The Makerspace located at NIE Library's Collaborative Space on
level three is drawing crowds to its key feature, a three-dimensional printing
Since the end
of January 2014, The Makerspace has been open to users who wish to
rapidly prototype their ideas with a 3D printer. A printed sample also allows
users to evaluate aspects such as aesthetics and ergonomics. There are two
D-I-Y projects made available for users to build their own bristle bot and
rubber band aircraft to learn about electronics and aerodynamics experientially
as well. The aim is to perhaps inspire users to incorporate
electrical and mechanical parts in their designs.
with the Translation and Development Unit (TDU), the NIE Library provides the
footfall while TDU offers hands-on project ideas. There are plans
to showcase projects similar to those being done in schools so that our student
teachers are kept updated. Currently, TDU is working with seven secondary
schools in creating a Makerspace in schools as well as exploring the use
of 3D modelling and printing as part of the design process in the lower
secondary Design and Technology (D&T) curriculum.
The Makerspace
aspires to build a community where members share and collaborate to bring ideas
to fruition. Look out for the NIE News publication in September 2014 for
more details about the feature or drop by The Makerspace at the library
to embark on a 3D discovery of your own.
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Today's real estate market obviously presents some complex situations. However, there are some great opportunities for those savvy buyers willing to consider purchasing a foreclosure or a pre-foreclosure short sale. However, there are some landmines to avoid in this area as well. Foreclosure or pre-foreclosure properties are often also distressed, neglected or even abused properties. These homes are often presented "as-is" with no sellers disclosure from the former or current occupant. Sometimes they are occupied, sometimes not. Sometimes they are heated, the water supply is on, the electricity and gas are on, and sometimes not. For all these reasons and more, it is vitally important to have an experienced, thorough home inspector in your corner working only for you. I have personally inspected many of these properties not only in this downturn but in the previous downturn as well. I also have personally purchased, renovated, and/or sold foreclosed properties over the years and I am intimately familiar with what it takes to have a successful experience with these opportunities.
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INFORMATION Model Number Model Number Brand Seiko Gender Men's Movement Automatic Watch Style Everyday CASE MATERIAL Bezel Function Fixed Bezel Material Stainless Steel Case Diameter 38 millimeters Case Thickness 11 millimeters DIAL Crystal Mineral Dial Type Analog Dial Color Blue Hands Luminous FEATURES Water Resistance 30 M Calendar Function Day and Date BRACELET Band Type Strap Band Color Blue Band Material Canvas Band Width 18 millimeters Clasp Buckle WARRANTY Two Year Warranty MORE INFORMATION ADDITIONAL INFO Seiko 5 Automatic, Day and Date, See Through Case Back
DetailsJapanese manufacturing giant Seiko Holdings Corporation, are widely known, among other things, for their impressive spectrum of luxury wristwatches, which all run the gamut from quartz and kinetic, to solar and mechanical. Seiko has a rival in Omega when it comes to pop cultural representation – both have been displayed prominently in the James Bond film series and both have worn the title of Official Timekeeper for the Olympics. In addition to the Olympic Games, Seiko has found itself a timekeeper for other major sporting events, such as the FIFA World Cup and IAAF World Championships. In 2004, a Seiko campaign put forward the idea that the essence of a person boils down to the sort of watch their wear. 135 years ago in Tokyo, Seiko was founded in its earliest form, a watch a jewelry shop named "K. Hattori," opened by a man by the name of Kintaro Hattori. In 1924, the first official Seiko brand watches were released. Over the decades, Seiko made waves in the world of luxury watches, notably the "Astron (1969)," the world's first quartz watch, which, upon release was the price of a mid-size car. Seiko's penchant for innovation didn't stop there, however. In the '80s, the company went on to create the first kinetic watch that combined the self-energizing attributes of an automatic watch with quartz accuracy – in short, the watch was powered entirely by everyday movement. The Seiko method of production (a fully integrated in-house system) is still practiced in Japan for luxury watches. Product prices range from $45 to a whopping $554,000, ensuring something for everyone. With such an inspiring history in the realm of wristwatches, it's not hard to understand why Seiko is so beloved.
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John Wick Chapter 2
"One Of The Best Action Sequels Ever Made." - Silas Lesnick, COMINGSOON.NET
"John Wick: Chapter 2 Is A Blast." - Jason Bailey, FLAVORWIRE
"One of the Greatest American Action Films of the Decade, and Possibly of All Time." - Robert Kojder, Flickering Myth
"BIGGER and BADDER Thank The First" - Matt Prigge, METRO
"Incredible Teeth-Clenching Action" - Eric Eisenberg, CinemaBlend
Synopsis :
Legendary hit man John Wick is forced out of retirement again by a former associate plotting to seize control of a shadowy international assassins' guild. Bound by a blood oath to help him, John travels to Rome, where he squares off against some of the world's deadliest killers.
Product Description : (Available on 2-Disc Special Edition DVD and Single Disc DVD)
Actors : Keanu Reeves, Common, Laurence Fishburne, Riccardo Scamarcio, Ruby Rose with John Leguizamo and Ian McShane
Director : Chad Stahelski
Format : 16x9 WIDESCREEN 2.40:1
Audio : ENGLISH 5.1 Dolby Digital, English Descriptive Audio
Subtitles : English SDH
No. of Disc : 1 & 2-Disc Special Edition
Running Time : 122 mins.
Region Code : 3
Special Features (Bonus Content):
Disc 1:
- RetroWick: Exploring the Unexpected Success of John Wick
- As Above, So Below: The Underworld of John Wick
- Audio Commentary by Keanu Reeves and Director Chad Stahelski
Disc 2 (Bonus Disc):
- Training John Wick
- Wick-Vizzed
- Car Fu Ride-Along
- Friends, Confidantes: The Keanu/Chad Partnership
- Chamber Check: Evolution of a Fight Scene
- Wick's Toolbox
- Kill Count
- Dog Wick Short
- Deleted Scenes


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Theology is, of course, meant to be a walking form of life, even as it is undertaken by Jesus. The two on the road to Emmaus are not going to end up in Emmaus and Jesus is certainly not going to Emmaus. The walk and the discovery unfold together, just as being a disciple of Jesus always does. The two, at first, have a set destiny, and then the talk becomes a destiny, as Jesus explains how the narrative journey of the Old Testament is an ongoing travel narrative in which this very walk figures as explanation. When they arrive at their evenings lodging it is at once a terminal point and a reversal of their journey – as afterward they head back to Jerusalem. They have walked nowhere in particular and only thus have they discovered where they are going. This comes at the end of their walk, and the "burning" lesson of the journey sets them on the edge of recognition. It is only when the travelers sit and Jesus breaks bread that they are able to ingest the lesson of who he is. The walk and the discovery go together as journey and sustenance must. Continue reading "Why "Walking Theology""
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Easter's Defeat of the Necessity of God
The God of the philosophers (the unmoved mover), the God of German idealism (who is becoming), and the God constituted as part of the psyche (the source of the previous two) is, I would claim, a singular entity which Christ defeated and rendered unnecessary in his death and resurrection. In each instance, God is the end term of a logical and psychological necessity in which the posited structure requires God. The philosophical, metaphysical, and psychological world constituted (I was going to say "glued together" but this is a world continually coming unglued) in conjunction with this God precedes, rather than proceeds from, his existence. It is not only a particular logic and mode of argumentation at work but this logic, in producing or arriving at God, absolutizes itself or the self's capacity for the divine. This way of putting it may miss the fact that this is an absolute immediately at hand, which argument does not so much render necessary as it renames. Underlying the absolute conclusion (God), the necessity of the argument (an irresistible logic, often equated with the divine), is a more immediate constraint – human finitude and mortality. The trick of turning death into an ontological and epistemological resource equated with God is, precisely, the necessity Christ overcame. Continue reading "Easter's Defeat of the Necessity of God"
The Lie Behind Penal Substitution and Divine Satisfaction
A way of illustrating how sin functions through a lie is to use the theories of divine satisfaction and penal substitution as a case in point (a singular illustration) of the lie. That is, these theories of atonement, I would argue, simply offer up the universal deception of sin under the guise of salvation. Penal substitution and divine satisfaction do what Paul depicts sin as always doing – presume there is life in the law, that suffering and death are redemptive, and that death is an absolute. Paul's picture of the fallen Subject is one in which the law (the law of the mind) is presumed to provide life, and death and suffering, under the guise of law, are continually taken up as the law of sin and death. Three things come together in this understanding: the law as the will to power (to obtain life and being); desire and suffering of and for the ego or "I" (the idol or image); and the production of death confused with life. In Paul's picture this is the dynamic within every fallen Subject. Likewise, the logic of every form of false religion is built upon these three pillars; the immutability of the law setting up the absolute nature of death which makes suffering and death a form of redemption. The gods of paganism require penalty and payment so that law and order are maintained. The good Buddhist or Hindu recognizes that there is a cosmic law at work (karma or destiny) which must be obeyed, that asceticism or relinquishing of life and self is the means of salvation, and that death is the doorway into this salvation. Both Anselm of Canterbury and John Calvin presume that law is the economy determining the nature of salvation and this salvation requires eternal payment – the death of Christ. If penal substitution and divine satisfaction are a repetition of the problem it is a peculiarly blasphemous repetition as it is at the same time a displacement of the orthodox Christian answer. Continue reading "The Lie Behind Penal Substitution and Divine Satisfaction"


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How to 'De-risk' Your Retirement Portfolio So it Doesn't Take a Big Plunge
Posted in: Investing for Retirement
Published: August 22, 2018
Anybody who has lived in a cold climate knows what de-icing a car is like. If you've ever deiced a car you'll get a chuckle out of this story and see how you can apply it to de-risking your retirement money.
When I lived in Colorado I was in a hurry one morning and scraped only a small peephole in the ice on my windshield. I made it about a mile down the road when an officer pulled me over. He poked his head in my car and with an exaggerated slow twist at the neck he made an attempt to peer out the front windshield. Then he turned and stared at me. All I could do was shrug my shoulders, smile and say, "I was in a hurry."
Amazingly enough, he didn't give me a ticket. He did make me sit there until all the ice had melted off. I understand. I made a bad choice about risk and return. Driving with an ice-covered windshield isn't smart. Being in a hurry doesn't make it a wiser thing to do.
Lately, I've heard a word floating around that reminded me of this experience: De-risk. Like de-icing a car, you can de-risk your portfolio when the risk-return trade-off for continued risk taking no longer makes sense. Unfortunately, unlike the visible signs of an iced windshield, it takes analysis to know when it is time to de-risk your retirement portfolio. And de-risking is important. It helps insulate your future retirement income from a market plunge that could occur near or soon after your retirement date.
There are two approaches to de-risking that you ought to consider.
The traditional modern portfolio theory approach
The traditional approach to investing is to build a model portfolio that is designed to achieve the most potential return for the least potential risk. Risk is typically measured by short term volatility such as "this portfolio could be down as much as 30% in a single calendar quarter." This is usually coupled with a statement like, "but over the long term, this portfolio should have a higher return than this other portfolio that would have less volatility."
When you de-risk using this approach, you rebalance when something gets out of a tolerance range. For example, suppose you determined you should have 60% of your retirement money in equities and 40% in bonds. After a year of strong equity returns, you may find your allocation drifted to 65% equities, 35% bonds. If you had determined ahead of time that your equity allocation could drift from 57% to 63%, at 65% you would now be out of your tolerance range and you would rebalance back to 60/40 by selling 5% of your equity holdings and buying bonds.
This approach to de-risking retirement money is an industry standard and it is effective at managing risk as measured in the form of short-term volatility. But what does it have to do with your retirement income goals? Not much. Contrast the traditional approach with a planning-based approach.
A planning-based approach
Something that makes a little more sense to me is a planning process that tells you when to de-risk your retirement money based on your goals. For example, suppose you create a financial projection at age 50 and it shows you year-by-year approximately where your account values need to be in order for you to achieve a specific retirement income at a defined point in the future. Each year you measure your retirement portfolio against your plan.
After a year or two of strong equity returns, you might find your account values are ahead of target. Now you can de-risk your retirement money by taking the excess gains and locking in your first year or two of retirement income by buying a safe investment like a CD, agency bond, or fixed annuity that will mature in the year you plan to retire. The planning-based approach tells you when de-risking makes sense by measuring against what it is that you want to achieve, and by considering the point in time where you will need to use the money.
With this approach to de-risking, the allocation of your retirement money as measured in terms of stocks versus bonds may drift across a wider range than with the traditional approach. But maybe that's OK. After all, if retirement is far away, does it matter what your portfolio did this past calendar quarter? And if it is retirement money you need next year, it shouldn't be exposed to any downside risk. The gray area is the money you might need in two to 10 years. A planning-based approach can tell you whether the gray area should or should not be exposed to risk by measuring the potential outcomes against something that matters — your goals.
Which form of de-risking your retirement portfolio is best? Either one is better than not de-risking at all! And both are far superior to my illogical attempt in Colorado to take on additional risk in order to make up for lost time.
My personal preference is approach number two — something based on your goals and your plan. As it stands here in the middle of 2017, we have been doing quite a bit of de-risking, as the equity returns have been strong. If you're near retirement and haven't put a risk management plan in place for your retirement money, it's time to get started.
This article was originally printed on MarketWatch.


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HOUSTON, TX -- Gulf Ethanol Corp. announced that the fabrication of its prototype machine for preprocessing cellulosic feedstock has been completed by Vortex Ventures.
Preprocessing cellulosic feedstock is a key element in the manufacture of ethanol. By reducing plant material into a fine powder it should be possible to enhance the efficiency in subsequent ethanol processing stages. GFET and Vortex Ventures are working together to develop the cellulosic preprocessing system for ethanol applications. Gulf Ethanol has the exclusive right to distribute the units.
"We have begun to source various feedstocks so that evaluation can begin as soon as the set-up of the unit at our test site is completed," said Bill Carmichael, interim CEO of Gulf Ethanol. "Financing for the preprocessing unit was completed earlier this month and a test site was acquired last week. Our consulting engineers believe that we will be able to run our first batch of test material by mid July."
GFET has sourced hardwood sawdust, wet and dry sorghum, hay, switchgrass and other cellulosic materials for testing. "Initially, we want to determine the operational parameters required to preprocess various materials," Carmichael said. "Then the cellulosic materials will be tested to determine the efficiencies that may be gained from our preprocessing. Additional testing will be done to determine energy requirements, throughput capacities, and scalability."
Gulf Ethanol is an alternative energy company focused on the development of the cellulosic ethanol industry, with a particular emphasis on Texas and the Gulf Coast.


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Traffic stop leads to drug charges
A speeding stop at 2:30 a.m. Thursday on Md. 64 at Phylane Drive led to drug charges for a Hagerstown man, according to Washington County Sheriff's deputies.
Robert Vincent Klinger, 36, of 9924 Old National Pike, was charged with operating an unregistered and uninsured vehicle, deputies said. The car was a 1988 Ford Escort.
Cpl. Travers Ruppert also charged Klinger with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
A K-9 search of the vehicle turned up a smoking pipe containing suspected marijuana residue, deputies said.
Klinger was being held pending an appearance before a bond commissioner.
Local teens no longer missing
Two Hagerstown teens who had been considered missing have been located.
Jennifer Lynn Smith, 16, who left her home in the early morning hours of Thanksgiving was back as of Wednesday evening, according to Washington County Sheriff's deputies.


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About Mudslide Crush
Mudslide Crush was the rival band of Lemonade Mouth. They sang rap/pop/rock songs about how much better they are than everyone else. They were angry when they discovered that Lemonade Mouth's performance cut their performance time at the Halloween Bash in half. This triggered the rivalry between the two.
Mudslide Crush is over and split apart when Scott leaves and Ray´s days of being a rock star are over.


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Over the course of the centuries coins made of common metals, and currencies of many denominations have come and gone. Over all of these same centuries, in fact over millennia, gold has been universally recognized as a medium of exchange. Does gold have any intrinsic value? Not really. It is very malleable, it has an attractive luster, and it is one of the best non-corrosive conductors of electricity on Earth; but it is, in essence, just another metal. Gold's real value lies in the fact that we have all agreed over thousands of years that it is valuable. Let's face it; if you were on a sinking ship would you rather have a bar of gold or a life raft?
The argument is often made that the value of gold remains the same; it is the value of currency that changes; and hence gold is the perfect hedge against inflation. This is true to a certain extent, but the price of gold is also driven by the same supply and demand dynamic that affects any other commodity. The price of gold in July of 2001 was $265.00 U.S. per ounce. By May of 2006 the price had risen to $720.00 U.S. per ounce. This is an increase of nearly 172%. In the same time period, the overall rate of inflation in the U.S. was about 19%. Common sense tells us that the price of gold is driven by more factors than the value of currency.
Let's look at what other factors might have affected the price of gold in this time period. First, we have the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Although this event alone had little effect on the gold market it does seem to mark the beginning of a gradual but steady climb in prices. Following this event we have the war in Afghanistan, worsening relations between Israel and the Palestinians, the war in Iraqi, civil war and genocide in Africa, the rise of the Iraqi insurgency, skyrocketing oil prices, Iran beginning a uranium enrichment program, North Korea developing a nuclear weapon, Israel's invasion of Lebanon, continued involvement in Iraqi in what many believe has become a civil war, and finally the specter of war with Iran and/or Syria. When people are afraid, they turn to gold. In these unsettling times it is no wonder that the price of gold has skyrocketed.
But the question remains, should you be buying gold? Is it a good investment? I would have to answer that in the negative, for now. I feel that the price of gold is artificially over-inflated at this time. If you bought gold when it was below $300.00 U.S., you made a wise investment. Those who are old enough will remember in the late 1970's when everyone was buying gold. It was touted as the perfect investment, and the price rose to over $750.00 U.S. If those investors have held onto their gold for 28 years, they are almost back to the break-even point.
If you have not already bought gold, use your dollars for other things right now. Pay off any outstanding debt, invest in a good food storage program, stockpile vital medical supplies, and look to your home security. If you live in the city, think about buying a rural get-away where you can spend weekends, and buy a good vehicle to get you there. If you have already covered all of these bases, or if you are one of the financially advantaged, then you can start thinking about protecting your money by investing in gold and/or silver.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Should You Be Buying Gold?
Posted by Sensible Survival at 6:30 PM
2 comments:
- Devin Abbe said...
You are right-on. Forget gold for now. It is too volatile.
- December 28, 2008 at 5:24 PM
- Peter said...
This information is some of the best and wisest I've read. That goes for all your posts. Thank you very much! I will keep following your blog. Best wishes.
- July 9, 2009 at 1:27 PM
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Free dog microchipping in Crediton
Posted on: 28 January 2016
Our popular free microchipping event for dogs is being held again, this time at Groomed to Pawfection in Crediton High Street.
The event has been organised by our qualified Dog Wardens in association with the Dogs Trust and will take place on Wednesday 24 February 2016, between 3.00pm – 6.00pm, no appointment is necessary.
Microchipping will be provided for dogs and puppies, any size or shape, mixed breeds and pedigrees. (For puppies under 10 weeks old please contact our Dog Wardens via Customer Services on 01884 255255).
Venue details:
38 High Street Crediton
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BUILDING A BETTER BRAIN & BODY: How Nutrition Can Help
Did you know that unless you're growing your own food on the top of a lush, untouched Andean pinnacle, or a thriving virgin delta somewhere, it is highly likely that you are not getting the vitamins and minerals that your body and brain need to operate at their optimal efficiency? Without wanting to scare the pants off you (or perhaps that's what it will take?!), the soils where most of us get our vegetables and fruits from these days are badly depleted of life giving nutrients. They're also often poisoned with enough chemicals and pesticides to melt the Wicked Witch of the West before you can say 'there's no place like home'. Chemicals, pesticides and other household and environmental pollutants result in body/brain toxicity and rampaging free radical damage to our cells... But that's another story.
What I want to talk about here is our nutritional intake. Is it up to scratch for the pace of our modern day lifestyle? Are we getting enough of essential vitamins and minerals to fight aging, disease, illness, fatigue, depression and other illnesses of our time? Is what we're eating giving us what our bodies and brains need to build a healthy immune system and providing us with copious energy and vitality to keep up with our kids, excel in our jobs and enjoy the life we have, here and now?
Not only is the soil in which our food grows a very real problem, the majority of average Australians eat more fast foods and processed foods than ever before. Eating these types of foods creates a kind of 'nutrient starvation' in our body which can lead to fatigue, illness, depression, obesity and disease if prolonged and excessive. So, clearly we need to do something about it! The problem is nutrient deficiency; the solution is to boost our daily food intake with SOMETHING! Now, for most of us to get the required amount of vitamins and minerals we need to support our bodies and minds, we would need to consume ridiculous amounts of fruit, vegetables, nuts, proteins and grains everyday which had been grown in nutrient rich soils and eaten within hours of being picked. This just is not possible for most of us.
I would suggest that a combination of approaches is a good idea.
• If you can afford it, buy organic or grow your own... along with being chemical & pesticide free and non-modified, it tastes better too! There is no reason you cannot have a mini-vegie garden grown in pots on your balcony.
• Take a multivitamin - a good one will be highly absorbable into the blood stream, and contain those trace minerals that we cannot get anywhere else except by introducing them ourselves to our bodies.
• Eat a balanced diet packed with a nice variety of veggies and fruit and change it up each day.
ORGANIC: It is important to check your organic source. The Australian Certified Organic Standards is easy to come by on the net and provide all the information on what to look for when buying organic produce, whether fresh or packaged. You can even do a search for the product you're curious about. Growing your own vegetables, herbs and fruits is a great alternative or addition to your regular fruit and vegie intake. Ready to go organic potting mixes are available at most garden stores and it's really so easy to grow something edible, even in pots on a balcony or courtyard. I have spring onions, strawberries, thyme, mint, parsley and rosemary.
MULTIVITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS: I recently discovered that many Australians are only consuming half the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables... when you do that math, it means not only are we eating way less than what we should be, if those veggies that we do eat are significantly low in nutrients, we really only getting a quarter or less of our required vitamins and minerals! Scary!
Check out these scary stats... In 1948 Apples contained approximately 25 mgs of Vitamin C. The CSIRO report "The Diminishing Nutritional Values of Australian Grown Fruit and Vegetables: Comparison between 1948 and 1991" (accessed 12 April, 2007, http://www.csiro.com) showed just 5mg of Vitamin C was present in Apples in 1991. Similarly, the same report showed that Broccoli contained approximately 175mgs of Magnesium in 1948 and in 1991 Broccoli Magnesium content had dropped dramatically to just 25mg.
The nutritionals industry is cashing in on this deficit and producing supplements that are supposed to be packed with everything we could need for our bodies including trace elements and antioxidants to neutralise free radicals. The problem, the vast majority of them, provide the nutrients in a form that is not bio-available, so you end up 'pee-ing it down the toilet' before your body has the chance to absorb it.
The nutrients in live fruit and veggies in their natural form, ie. Plants! are wrapped in fibres and proteins to help our bodies take them in. Multivitamins that are not bound to organic compounds such as these crystalise in the gut, making them insoluble and pretty much useless! What's more, the antioxidants that many well-known nutritional supermarket brands claim will fight free radicals in your system actually help to create the very free radicals that they're supposed to get rid of. This is because isolated minerals such as Vitamins A, C & E can actually produce free radicals if they're not bound by an organic compound like they are in our fresh produce.
This means, the antioxidants that are 'added' to your traditional multivitamins have to neutralise the free radicals produced by the very vitamins you're swallowing, which means less antioxidants are available to fight the free radicals already in your system!
Sounds complex... but in a nutshell; the antioxidants and vitamins you consume in everyday supplements actually cancel each other out and are ineffective for your overall wellbeing! So, if you want a quality supplement to support your organic food intake, you have to look for the right type. There are a few nutrient brands available in the wellbeing marketplace that have broken through this barrier, but you can't get them at your supermarket or chemist.
Finding a nutrient supplement that will actually be effective in building a better brain and body means researching: look at the appropriate nutrient levels for your body type, age, size and gender (women, men and children have very different nutritional requirements, particularly men and women 'of a certain age'!), AND most importantly, you make sure it is bio-available. Recent scientific studies have identified a type of organic compound that wraps itself around the vitamins and minerals in the supplement, making them more readily absorbable. It's known as Oligofructose complex, or in short, 'Oligo'. It makes the vitamins soluble so that they can be absorbed into the blood stream rather than being excreted as waste.
I've found a brand that ticks all the boxes that I've mentioned and that really works for me. It has the 'oligofructose' organic compound in it. The 'Oligo' helps the minerals and vitamins be absorbed and it also protects them, limiting their capacity for creating free radicals. This means the added antioxidants in the nutritionals can fight the free radicals that are already there. I've definitely noticed that my energy levels on the days that I remember to take them, are vastly improved! This is because I'm getting about 80% MORE vitamins and minerals absorbed into my body. They're wrapped similarly to the nutrients found in fruit and veggies and so my cells can take them in and actually use them! If you want more information about these wonder vitamins, you can email me and I'll let you know where and how to get them.
BALANCED DIET: I've included the generally accepted Australian healthy eating and food guidelines here for your reference. You can download the brochure and keep it handy at home. However, I'd like to note that EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT! I'm really noticing that there are certain foods that my body just does not tolerate. I do not have dairy or wheat allergies, but my gut feels bloated and generally not good when I have them, so I substitute, eat sparingly, or eliminate all together, depending on my will power at the time! I love bread and cheese, but my body does not! Nuts are another thing that makes me feel yuck so I'm steering clear of them.
The point here... LISTEN to what your body is telling you... be mindful of its reactions to what you eat and choose foods accordingly. Generally, it is best to stick to complex carbs such as leafy greens, and fresh fruits and veggies. The traditional apples, pears, oranges and bananas may not be as exotic as the stone fruits and such, but they have less fructose and less salicylate (the culprit in many fresh food allergies) than mangos, strawberries and the like.
If you're in doubt about what to eat, stick to the basics, good old fashioned meat and fresh veggies is best for most people. In my book, there are THREE GOLDEN RULES:
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Country music star John Michael Montgomery drew more than 2,000 fans to Hagerstown Municipal Stadium on Saturday night to help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the minor baseball league that the Hagerstown Suns call home.
The South Atlantic League takes in 16 minor league teams across eight states.
Montgomery was preceded by Possum Holler, a regional band from Hancock, and by rising country star Shannon Lawson.
Other country music stars making the rounds of minor league baseball parks in the Grand Slam Music Tour 2003 in honor of South Atlantic's 100th birthday are the Charlie Daniels Band, Trace Adkins and Andy Griggs.
The Suns are a San Francisco Giants farm team.
Three sisters - Tami Tay, 24, Randi Hovermale, 27, and Tara Barney, 30 - and their friend, Shawn Fearnow, 31, all from the Berkeley Springs, W.Va., area, got to hear Possum Holler, a local band from Hancock, take the stage first.


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July 14th – Friend or Foe?
Hello Campers!
Today we learned all about insects! We had Manny the Praying Mantis visit us and show us all about insects! Afterwards, we set some pit-fall bug traps so we can explore the insects that fall in! We then went outside and learned how to properly use a butterfly net. We hiked down to the grasshopper stairs and caught tons of grasshoppers!
Tomorrow we will be exploring the bugs that live in our backyard – like butterflies!
See you then!
Miss Tess and Miss Torey


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President Trump has denied using the term, though he did admit he used "tough language" in the meeting.
Left to its own devices, the State Department came up with its own talking points to be used by USA missions in Africa working to stem the damage, said a US official, who wasn't authorized to disclose internal deliberations and demanded anonymity. "If you are a DACA that's compliant with your registration - meaning you haven't committed a crime and you in fact are registered - you are not a priority of enforcement for ICE should the program end".
Speaking of Hawaii officials, Trump said "I love that they took responsibility". The talks also overshadow larger spending negotiations ahead of a possible federal government shutdown this week.
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen says the agency will be working with states to follow proper protocols when issuing safety alerts and can quickly retract incorrect alerts like Hawaii's warning of a ballistic missile over the weekend.
Nielsen, who was in the room during the meeting, said she just can't seem to remember it happening.
The report, produced at the direction of Trump, found that approximately three out of every four individuals convicted of terrorism-related charges between September 11, 2001 and December 31, 2016 are foreign-born individuals who entered the USA through its immigration system.
Ige said Hara will lead an effort to better educate and prepare the public, stressing that children seeking shelter in manholes, stores closing their doors and panicked residents driving erratically can not happen again.
The Trump administration released a study Tuesday claiming that most people convicted in USA courts of crimes related to worldwide terrorism are foreign-born, a move that amplifies the president's efforts to invoke national security concerns to justify tighter immigration policies. "Your silence and your amnesia are complicity", Booker told her.
"The president is insisting on something that is physically, legally impossible as a condition", said Durbin.
Booker, appearing to be outraged shouted, "I hurt!"
"I do remember him saying that he was concerned that given the appropriations cycle that any deal that we made now would be limited to this year's appropriation. Durbin blew DACA and is hurting our Military", Trump added. Some have accused the president of racism.
"This is very personal to me", said Booker, who is black.
The drill sowed panic and confusion but also showed that emergency management officials need to step up outreach efforts about what to do in case of a real missile threat, Miyagi said. "I'll just say, what Senator Durbin has portrayed is a misportrayal", the Arkansas senator told Little Rock radio station KARN on Tuesday. "I'm focused on that full time".
Durbin says he wants Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to let the Senate debate the immigration measure this week as lawmakers try figuring out by Friday how to avoid a government shutdown.


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Thursday, December 22, 2011
A Heartfelt Farmer Farewell...
11 comments:
- Naomi said...
Awwwwwe, I sure will miss all of you FABULOUSLY TALENTED ladies but, I know I'll be seeing you around the farm! You have all done such an AMAZING job inspiring us and I thank you for it!
Hope you all have a WONDERFUL Christmas and wish you all the BEST for the New Year!
Happy Holiday Hugs,
- December 22, 2011 at 3:20 AM
- Shazza said...
you will all be missed, amazing talent, farewell and Merry Christmas xxx
- December 22, 2011 at 4:37 AM
- Jas said...
Thank you for inspiring us and surely all of you will be missed. We always enjoy seeing all of your creations and always excited to see what's next and never fail us and I'm sure this is not the end we will see you again. Full of talented ladies, you all did an outstanding job, thank you! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Hugs, Jas
- December 22, 2011 at 5:17 AM
- Rachel Parys said...
Thanks Farmers!! You provided huge amounts of inspiration for myself and others. I will continue to keep my eyes peeled for your awesome work!
Merry Xmas!
- December 22, 2011 at 9:44 AM
- Thanh Vo said...
You all have done amazing work showing us new and fun ways to create with TGF, ladies! Thanks for all your hard work and ideas! You've really shown that the possibilities are endless.
Wishing you all the best as for the holiday season... and yes, we will definitely see you around the Farm in the new year. :)
- December 22, 2011 at 1:23 PM
- grandmabonnie said...
What a great bunch of talented ladies...it's true they won't be gone..i've been watching the bunch before come back for the challenges..i've enjoyed all of your talents...and these farewell cards...are the grand finale...like the last batch of fireworks on the 4th of July!!
- December 22, 2011 at 8:19 PM
- My Scrap Diary said...
I had the privelage of working and chatting it up with this group of farmers for a month and they were the sweetest girls ever. They are very inspiring and left me wanting to case more cards than I can count. Thanks for all your awesomeness but like Carissa said, youre not saying goodbye so see you around the farm.
Jess M
- December 22, 2011 at 10:24 PM
- Sammi said...
(hugs) You've all done an amazing job!! Thanks for all the beautiful inspiration!!! xxx
- December 22, 2011 at 11:53 PM
- Corinna said...
Thank you ladies for all of your beautiful TALENT! YOU've raised the bar for the new farmers. Wishing you so much success and happiness!
- December 23, 2011 at 1:38 AM
- Grace said...
OMG! I'm super duper sad that you're all leaving! You've all made this term my most enjoyable @ TGF as a weekly challenger. Thank you all for always supporting us =) hugs & kisses
- December 23, 2011 at 3:49 AM
- Leanne said...
Love you gals, 6 months goes by so fast, but you're all leaving a lasting impression on us all. Thank you for your inspirations and for bringing the past images to life.
See you around the Farm!!
- December 25, 2011 at 10:01 PM


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General News of Saturday, 23 September 2017
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
After Gabby Asare Otchere Darko, was aggressively interrupted by a group of protesting Ghanaians in New York, Thursday, the leading member of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has reacted suggesting that he has indeed been through a lot.
"Gabby abre" he tweeted after reports were rife that he had been heckled.
A video which was circulated on social media, Thursday, shows the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Citi FM, Samuel Attah-Mensah (Sammens) and Mr. Otchere-Darko being heckled as they walked the streets of New York by some Ghanaians.
While Sammens was heckled for allegedly travelling to the USA on taxpayer's money as a member of government's delegation, Mr. Otchere-Darko was accused of taking various sums of money from individuals who wish to have discussions with the president at the Flagstaff House.
In the process, Sammens was heard retorting that he bought his own ticket and was in US as a media person. Mr. Otchere-Darko however kept quiet, smiled and walked to his destination.
Gabby abr3!
— Gabby Otchere-Darko (@GabbyDarko) September 22, 2017
Gabby's woes
It would be recalled that Mr. Otchere-Darko was flogged with horse whips a year ago by the Police when the Let My Vote Count demonstration turned violent. He was attacked together with other protesters after reportedly attempting to move to routes restricted by the Police.
The demonstration that sought to petition the Electoral Commission (EC) to replace the voters' register, ended abruptly after police fired tear gas and bartered some demonstrators with batons and horsewhips. The police however said it used required minimum force to disperse some of the violent demonstrators who had defied the route for the protest.
"Even where you break the law, the police have absolutely no right to use violence on you. I did not break any law. I was part of the protest and we got to a place where there was a standoff. That standoff was not violent because the protestors were trying to make a case to the police but the police kept asking them to go back and the next minute they just rushed on the protestors with batons and teargas; that's really what happened. And I really think that for a democratic country so-called, there is no place for such violence."
"If this is John Mahama's Ghana, then that's not the Ghana he inherited. We were here when in 2008 after the second-round of elections without any police notice; the NDC led by the General Secretary stormed the Electoral Commission. Is that how they were treated when that happened? This can't be democracy; we can't say we have a democracy in Ghana if elections can be stolen and when you take steps to clean the electoral process; you are then assaulted and brutalized by police. As a Ghanaian, I believed in the course so I was just there to exercise my right. It's not as if I was one of the leaders or anything. Then for no reason when I was walking away peacefully during a standoff, I am beaten with horsewhips and batons. We shouldn't allow our democracy to go this way," Gabby retorted at the time.


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2 Coríntios 4
1 Therfor we that han this admynystracioun, aftir this that we han getun merci,
2 faile we not, but do we awei the preue thingis of schame, not walkinge in sutil gile, nether doynge auoutrye bi the word of God, but in schewynge of the treuthe comendynge vs silf to ech conscience of men bifor God.
3 For if also oure gospel is kyuerid, in these that perischen it is kyuerid;
4 in which God hath blent the soulis of vnfeithful men of this world, that the liytnyng of the gospel of the glorie of Crist, which is the ymage of God, schyne not.
5 But we prechen not vs silf, but oure Lord Jhesu Crist; and vs youre seruauntis bi Jhesu.
6 For God, that seide liyt to schyne of derknessis, he hath youe liyt in oure hertis, to the liytnyng of the science of the clerenesse of God, in the face of Jhesu Crist.
7 And we han this tresour in britil vessels, that the worthinesse be of Goddis vertu, and not of vs.
8 In alle thingis we suffren tribulacioun, but we ben not angwischid, or annoyed; we ben maad pore, but `we lacken nothing; we suffren persecucioun,
9 but we ben not forsakun; we ben maad lowe, but we ben not confoundid; we ben cast doun, but we perischen not.
10 And euere more we beren aboute the sleyng of Jhesu in oure bodi, that also the lijf of Jhesu be schewid in oure bodies.
11 For euere more we that lyuen, ben takun in to deth for Jhesu, that the lijf of Jhesu be schewid in oure deedli fleisch.
12 Therfor deth worchith in vs, but lijf worchith in you.
13 And we han the same spirit of feith, as it is writun, Y haue bileuyd, Y haue spoke; and we bileuen, wherfor also we speken;
14 witynge that he that reiside Jhesu, schal reise also vs with Jhesu, and schal ordeyne with you.
15 And alle thingis for you, that a plenteuouse grace bi many thankyngis be plenteuouse in to the glorie of God.
16 For which thing we failen not, for thouy oure vtter man be corruptid; netheles the ynner man is renewid fro dai to dai.
17 But that liyt thing of oure tribulacioun that lastith now, but as it were by a moment, worchith in vs ouer mesure an euerlastynge birthin in to the heiynesse of glorie;
18 while that we biholden not tho thingis that ben seyn, but tho that ben not seyn. For tho thingis that ben seyn, ben but durynge for a schort tyme; but tho thingis that ben not seyn, ben euerlastynge.