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I hate roughhousing and wrestling, but I know to a certain degree, that's just a part of typical boy behavior. So, I let it go a little, all the while cringing. Last night, the boys were really hyper and I was trying to let them have fun a little. I have to let it go a little, right? So, I just turned up the volume on my MP3 player and went to the kitchen to do the dishes.
My challenge is knowing how much of the hyper-roughhousing-climbing-on-each-other behavior to allow. I only allow a little for a short amount of time. Am I too uptight? Please, someone clue me in because sometimes I feel I am too uptight. I see other moms let it go a lot. When we're somewhere and kids are just wrestling, rolling around on the ground, I feel like I'm the only mom saying anything. Am I weird? How much of that is okay?
One Sunday, my son's so-called 'friend' pulled a chair under him in Primary. That's not funny to me. That's the kind of stuff that I hate, but some people say it's boys being boys. I also hate that whole grab someone's hand and make them hit themselves trick. That's lame! Am I the only one that thinks so? Also, I hate the whole pretend fighting thing or the arm twisting stuff boys do. There's a kid in my neighborhood that does that stuff to an extreme, and his parents don't say anything. They just watch and think, I don't know what... Maybe, 'he's so tough because he always wins' or 'boys will be boys.'
Like I said, I didn't grow up around boys so I'm not sure if that's the normal kind of thing you let go, knowing that they will mature one day. Or, is it the kind of thing you need to nip in the bud because it will become a defining part of their personality one day?
I would love to hear what everyone thinks. Am I too uptight? Do I need to lighten up?
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- Amanda said...
I don't believe you're uptight at all, Marcia. I don't let my 3 similarly-aged boys fight at all. I let them wrestle around a little until it gets so crazy that I know someone's going to get accidentally or purposely hurt. I will never allow any meanspiritedness or violence in my home. I do struggle, though. I only had one brother and he was very laidback amongst three sisters, so I know little about boy behavior. But only one of our boys has violent tendencies, and so I nip those in the bud as much as possible.
With regards to other people's children, I wouldn't worry too much. These days no one disciplines their children. Boys and girls both run around amuck and too many parents say "oh they'll outgrow it" and then wonder why they have unmanageable teens. Just like laughing at a 1 year old biting his brothers encourages that 1 year old to keep doing it at 5 years old, encouraging (or simply allowing) a 5 year old to be mean gives way to a bullying teen, and so on. Children need discipline, and I know your children are doing well. I think you should keep doing as you're doing - let them roughhouse a little (particularly outside, where it's more appropriate than inside, where things get damaged), but not to the point of hurting each other or being mean. There's a difference between high energy/boisterousness and mean-spiritedness. High energy needs to get let out, mean-spiritness and violence need to get nipped in the bud.
- April 6, 2008 at 7:17 AM
- Tamster said...
I think Amanda made some good points. I'm not as good at consistently disciplining as I should be, but I do agree that they need to learn when they are young. My daughter can be just as rough as her brother sometimes, but he does have a tendency to be more physical more often, I think. I keep hoping that it is a phase he will grow out of or "just a boy thing" that will pass, but I worry about it. He's only 3, though, and I think part of it has to do with his frustrations at not being able to communicate very well. He has gotten a lot better since he has learned to talk better, but he still hits more than he should, specifically when he seems frustrated and misunderstood. I guess that's one reason I've hoped he'll grow out of it.
Anyway, I sometimes think I'm too uptight about things too and that I don't allow my kids to just be kids and have fun with things because it's too messy or noisy or rough or whatever the excuse I give it. So to some degree, I think I do need to just chill out, relax, and not worry so much. However, I also think that kids shouldn't always get to do whatever they want either.
As for the "boys will be boys" kind of stuff, I hate to tell you, but I think my husband is still a boy and hasn't outgrown it all yet. (And he's having his 29th birthday tomorrow!) Sometimes he treats me like he does the kids, only I don't giggle the way they do. (That might be getting back to the whole thing about me needing to loosen up some though.) I guess when it comes right down to it, we all still have some learning to do and are still figuring the whole parenting thing out. Maybe by the time we are grandparents we'll have a clue?! I think each kid is different too, and what works for one may not necessarily work for another. So you may need to feel it out with each child as to what feels like the best approach to take with things. Anyway... I've rambled on long enough. Good luck! And keep up the good work! :-)
I do agree they need to let it out sometimes (all kids, not just boys). I'm probably a little too hard on mine at those times. :-)
- April 6, 2008 at 8:05 PM
- Emilia said...
Marcia, just look in the instruction manual that came with your kids. ;)
We also don't allow for being mean or cruel. Also, no damaging things. Other than that, I let them go and wrestle...in another room. Away from me. And if someone gets hurt, it's all over. I was a tomboy as a kid, and totally relate to the need to express physically like my boys do. Living with 3 people who need to do it frequently can be a little daunting.
At my sons' preschool, they put mats out for rough and tumble play, but they always ask, "Are you okay with him (or her) touching your body like that?" (meaning the rough and tumble). I've found that there are times when it's appropriate to ask my own kids that here at home or at a friend's house, too. If only one is in the mood for rough housing, it means that someone else is going to get upset with the activity.
Yeah...so, good luck.
- April 7, 2008 at 5:21 AM
- Marcia Mickelson said...
Thanks for your comments. It's great to hear feedback from moms who have boys!
- April 8, 2008 at 10:38 AM


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Exploration FTW!! So, instead of staying at spawn and gettng wafflyroflstomped, I decided (to the dismay of my teammates and instance) run around and do freaking nothing. I decided to take a picture from each stage and have great memories of pointlessness and WTFOMG AHHHH.
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The next stage, stage 2, was one of interesting doors. Everyone was all "FOLLOW CHOSEN ROFL" so I decided to follow Lycithas the Magus just to see what his route was like. So he goes to the Library and I walk in and decide to walk to one of the rooms behind the Library. So when I get to the door I click on it and OMFG I fall down.
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In 1642 Arendt Van Curler of Fort Orange made journeys into the wilderness of the Mohawk's country, and somewhat later (in 1661) induced a number of adventurous residents of Rensselaerwyck to purchase a large tract of alluvial flats on the Mohawk river at a place now known as Schenectady as a trading post with the Indians.
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For nearly two years, the territory under control of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant has been hit daily, with aircraft targeting ISIS leaders, military forces and economic resources.
The Defense Department reported the following strikes Sunday under Operation Inherent Resolve:
- Near Manbij, a strike struck an ISIS tactical unit.
- Near Mar'a, a strike destroyed six ISIS fighting positions.
- Near Baghdadi, three strikes struck an ISIS staging facility.
- Near Hit, a strike struck an ISIS tactical unit.
- Near Kisik, two strikes struck an ISIS tactical unit and suppressed an ISIS mortar position.
- Near Mosul, four strikes struck two separate ISIS tactical units, suppressed an ISIS mortar position and two ISIS tactical units, and destroyed an ISIS heavy machine gun position, an ISIS anti-air artillery piece and two ISIS fighting positions.
- Near Qayyarah, three strikes struck a large ISIS tactical unit and an ISIS security headquarters and suppressed an ISIS mortar position.
- Near Sinjar, two strikes suppressed an ISIS rocket firing position and an ISIS mortar position.
- Near Sultan Abdallah, four strikes struck three separate ISIS tactical units, destroyed three ISIS assembly areas and suppressed two ISIS mortar positions, an ISILS surface-to-air firing position, and an ISILS tactical unit.
Under the Defense Department definition, a strike can range from one aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone target, to multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against buildings, vehicles and weapon systems in a compound.
Coalition nations involved include the United States, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
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November 2011
Will Apple Take a Bite Out of Carrier SMS Revenues? Likely.
by Brian Silvestri
Text messaging generates $20 billion of revenue each year for U.S. carriers alone. But Apple's lastest iPhones come with iMessage, a free embedded messaging service. But while the long term threat to SMS revenue is clear, what strategies should operators be following today? This article discusses the many factors operators need to consider, offering advice on how mobile operators can keep SMS profits rolling in as long as possible.
October 2011
Least Cost Routing and Rate Audits Not Delivering the Savings You Expected? Here's Maybe Why
by Brian Silvestri
Least cost routing (LCR) is supposed to be one of telecom's greatest cost-saving innovations. Yet Connectiv Solution's research suggests that the LCR programs at many U.S. carriers are losing millions of dollars. The story explains the traffic analytics steps service providers must take to ensure profitable LCR and other cost assurance programs.
Recent Articles
Webinar: Wangiri Warriors: Solutions & Strategies for Fighting Call Back Fraud
interview with Arnd Baranowski & John Haraburda & Igor Skutsenya & Colin Yates
— A virtual webinar where four telecom fraud control experts give their perspective on Wangiri, the callback fraud. They discusses strategies and explain the solutions they offer to service providers.
Black Swan Guide: Lanck Telecom's Voice FMS as an On-Demand Network Service
interview with Igor Skutsenya
— A Guide to a new and unique on-demand network service enabling fraud-risky international voice traffic to be monitored (and either alerted or blocked) as that traffic is routed through a wholesaler on its way to its final destinations.
A&B Handshake: A Simple Way to Control Voice Fraud via an Out-of-Band Connection between A & B Operators
interview with Sergey Okhrimenko
— An A&B operator handshake provides a simple, low-cost way to deliver an out-of-band connection to identify fraudulent voice calls in real-time, better manage fraud disputes, and pave the way for greater law enforcement help.
Black Swan Solution Guide: SHAKEN / STIR Calling Number Verification & Fraud Alerting
interview with Chris Drake & Gary Richenaker
— SHAKEN/STIR is the telecom industry's first step toward reviving trust in business telephony — and has recently launched in the U.S. market. This Solution Guide features commentary from technology leaders at iconetiv, a firm heavily involved in the development of SHAKEN.
NuData Analyzes Behaviors to Stop Automated Fraud Attacks & Identify Fake Customers Inside the Firewall
interview with Robert Capps
— A cybercrime expert examines the role of behavioral analysis and explains why it's critical even when the device identity is known. He also explains how human-like automation is detected and why an analysis of browser level activity delivers an extra edge in identifying fraud attacks.
Positive's Research Keeps Telecoms One Step Ahead of Signaling Hackers and Fraud Disasters
interview with Jimmy Jones
— And joining us to discuss signaling threats and protection techniques is Jimmy Jones, Positive Technologies' Telecom Business Development Lead. Jimmy does a great job of simplifying An expert on signaling security: walks through signaling threats; shows how hackers penetrate and capture IMSIs; analyzes the growing signaling bypass threat; and explains the strategies taken by security-savvy telecoms.
SAS Manages an Analytics Hub of Internal, 3rd Party, and AI Data for Telco-Specific, Holistic Fraud Solutions
interview with Sundeep Tengur
— A leading cross-industry fraud analytics firm provides: a picture of telecom threats; perspective on subscription and onboarding fraud; parallels to fraud control in banking; and a rundown on its telco-specific approach to solving fraud problems in a holistic way.
Black Swan Solution Guide: Getting Porting History & Carrier Data to Verify Identity & Mitigate Account Takeovers
by Kathy Timko
— Learn about a recently approved risk intelligence service to receive authoritative and real-time notices of numbers being ported and changes to the carrier-of-record for specific telephone numbers.
Senet's Cloud & Shared Gateways Drive LoRaWAN IoT Adoption for Enterprise Businesses, Smart Cities & Telecoms
interview with Bruce Chatterley
— An IoT netowork pioneer explains how LoRaWAN tech fits in the larger IoT ecosystem. He gives use case examples, describes deployment restraints/costs, and shows how partnering, gateway sharing, and flexible deployment options are stimulating growth.
LexisNexis Takes Identity Risk from Physical/Biometric to Network-Behavior-Sharing with 7,000 Digital Businesses
interview with Jason Lane-Sellers
— An partner-network enabled identity verification system is used by some of the largest financial and e-commerce firms in the world. Learn how this new paradigm may revolutionize current identity and fraud control operations.
Subex's COO: Machine Learning, Disruption & Adaptive Biz Models to Impact Telecoms in 2020
interview with Shankar Roddam
— In our dynamic and digital-driven world, telecoms and enterprises face many business risks. So what can you do to plot a successful future? Hear 5 prophecies on 2020 telecom trends from the Chief Operating Officer of Subex.
Lanck Telecom Raises Fraud Alarm for International Brands, Enterprise Call Centers & Carriers: Beware of Wangiri 2.0
interview with Sergey Okhrimenko
— An international wholesaler gives details about a new traffic pumping fraud dubbed Wangiri 2.0. The fraud is hard to detect and targets businesses who do lots of international calling.
Allot's Mobile Security: Network-based Protection that 21 Million Consumers & SMBs Subscribe to — at One Euro a Month
interview with Moshe Elias
— Protecting mobile users from online threats is a major opportunity for telecoms and a service very much in demand. Learn about the adoption, challenges, and marketing innovations driving mobile device cybersecurity protection.
A Black Swan Solution Guide: The Value of an Authoritative Database of Global Telephone Numbers in Fraud Control
interview with John Haraburda
— Learn about an authoritative database of allocated numbers and special number ranges in every country of the world. The expert explains how this database adds value to any FMS or fraud analyst team.
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9 Tips for Succeeding at Customer Retention
The current economic climateis causing customers to be more selective. As a result, many companies are losing customers at a rapid rate. However, most businesses can only guess at the reasons customer leave, mainly because they don't gather that information or develop a formal strategy to retain customers until after they leave.
1. Find out what customers want and what causes them to stay or leave.
First, conduct a survey with existing customers. Ask customers what they want and need, as well as which specific aspects of your business, products, services they value most. In addition, conduct a separate survey with former customers to find out what specifically caused them to leave.
2. Proactively collect and promote customer feedback.
Don't wait until there is a problem to contact or follow up with customers. Instead, set up communication channels to encourage sincere two-way communication with them, and then use those channels to actively solicit and collect their feedback.
Examples of customer communication channels include: a feedback link or feedback form on your company web site, an 800 number, focus groups, comment cards, in-person visits, e-mails, letters, kiosks, user forums, surveys, etc.
3. Use technology to manage and analyze customer feedback, and ensurethe right people hear it.
Companies can easily have as many as 35 or more tools in place to listen to the customer. These tools frequently duplicate efforts and constitute a tremendous amount of time and resources. By the time feedback is tabulated, analyzed and shared, the input is weeks or months old.
However, new Voice of the Customer (VOC) technology is available to collect customer feedback through multiple channels (email, Web, print, phone) into a central database for analysis and action. VOC solutions can greatly assist your organization in keeping track of all customer feedback and the details that come with it—such as dates, times, places, who gave you feedback, what their feedback was, etc. This goes beyond collecting data to provide a strategic approach to building relationships with customers.
Some systems automatically route feedback to the appropriate person at your company and provide the management tools needed to track and respond to the customer directly. This can help pinpoint the specific factors that are causing customers to stay or leave, and make predictions about future outcomes.
4. Analyze customer feedback to gain valuable insights.
Once you've gathered feedback from customers, analyze it to find out:
- The type of customer feedback and the percentage in each category (complaints, suggestions, comments, concerns)
- The channel most used by customers to provide feedback (Web, phone, in-person, etc.)
- The underlying drivers of customer loyalty and engagement (i.e. the main reasons that customers do business with you, how they are emotionally connected to your business)
- The current strength and depth of customer loyalty and engagement
- The trends in customer feedback levels over time
- New revenue and growth opportunities for your business
5. Immediately address customers' complaints and concerns.
A TARP Worldwide financial services industry study showed that among customers who registered a complaint, 95% will buy again if their complaint was resolved quickly. Customers whose complaints are resolved satisfactorily tell an average of five people about their good treatment.
To make the most of your customer feedback, put together an action plan that focuses on addressing and resolving any areas that are causing customers concern. In conjunction, establish standards of excellence and share best practices with others in your organization.
6. Take action and Measure the Results.
Use customer feedback to make improvements, and then measure the impact of the changes that you made. Some of the areas that you may want to consider measuring include customer retention rate, revenue per customer, customer referrals, customers saved due to feedback, etc.
Let customers know whenever your company initiates change resulting from their suggestions or feedback, and what specific changes you made. This will encourage future feedback and assist you in continuing to improve your business. Conversely, if you are not able to use a customer's suggestion, let them know that you appreciate the request and explain why you're not able to use it.
7. Actively measure and monitor your customers' loyalty and engagement.
Customers today are bombarded with attractive offers all the time. If they see a better deal based on price, quality or service, they feel pressure to switch brands. To combat this, regularly measure and monitor your customers' loyalty, satisfaction and engagement to identify changes in your unique loyalty drivers. Then use that information to make adjustments.
8. Create and nurture a company culture that embraces and is committed to using customer feedback.
Create a company culture that embraces customer feedback by dedicating resources to acting on customer feedback. This involves training all your employees on what they can do to assist you in building a more loyal customer base.
Build an employee rewards program around the positive feedback received from customers. Then, hold regular meetings to recognize employees for positive customer comments made about them. Also, promote any great examples of how people in your organization used customer feedback to make tangible, positive and long-lasting changes to your business.
9. Keep asking, listening, analyzing and improving.
Customer needs, wants and concerns are constantly changing. So, keep asking and listening to customers' feedback, and analyzing that feedback on an ongoing basis. By doing so, your business will be able to not only retain more customers, but continually tap into fresh, new customer preferences and attitudes that you can use to create new products, services, and programs tailored to their needs.


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Did you know that Measure Your Feet Day was celebrated on Monday, January 23, 2017?
Don't worry—even if you missed it, it's never too late to have your feet professionally measured.
Experts report that 88% of women and 80% of men in the U.S. wear shoes that are too small. This can lead to pain, bunions, ingrown toenails, hammer toe, plantar fasciitis, biomechanical imbalances and an increased risk of falling.
The size of our feet can change for many reasons, including:
- Weight loss or gain
- Pregnancy
- Age
- Varied medical conditions including congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, cellulitis, scleroderma and lymphedema among others
The average person walks about 10,000 steps a day—and none of those steps should cause pain! Your two feet contain 25% of your body's total skeletal bones. So they need and deserve the very best support possible—in the correct size.
At Foot Solutions, we honor Measure Your Feet Day all year long! And the size of your shoes is just one factor that we consider in helping to relieve pain, improve comfort, balance, performance and body alignment to help you look and feel your very best.
Our trained professional experts will properly measure your feet to determine your current shoe size—along with a holistic analysis of your stance, gait, lifestyle and foot-related issues. We measure your feet for the proper length and width, and assess the height of your arch. This enables us to provide a customized solution that is best for you.


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On Monday, March 9th, 2020, the Sussex Rotary Club hosted guest speakers Duane Bleakney (Camp Director) and Rosy Berti (Assistant Director) of local Snider Mountain Ranch. The Ranch is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to providing fantastic experiences for youth in a loving, supportive and inspiring ranch-themed environment.
Meeting Chair Lisa Brown introduced our speakers.
Duane Bleakney is from the Sussex area, and he and his wife Katie have four children ranging from 9 months to 12 years of age. Duane spent his childhood living at the Ranch and his teenage years working there. His background in construction comes in handy, and he and Katie are embarking on their sixth summer as the directors of Snider Mountain Ranch.
Rosy Berti, originally from Ottawa, is the Camp Assistant Director. She has worked for the Ranch for two and a half years since starting as seasonal summer staff. After graduating from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Child Studies (with minors in French and American Sign Language), Rosy came to work for Snider Mountain Ranch full time...
On Monday, February 10th, 2020, Sussex Rotary was joined by guest Paul Bedford, representing firstly the Sussex & District Chamber of Commerce, but also a number of other not-for-profit organizations.
Paul Bedford is an energetic community leader in helping people and is a small business owner in Sussex, New Brunswick, operating QC Pumps & Compressors Ltd with his father, Jim. They provide industrial service and sales, with a specialization in compressed natural gas and compression to the Maritime provinces.
Paul is also the President of the Sussex & District Chamber of Commerce, Lead Advisor and Youth Program Facilitator for Junior Achievement New Brunswick in Sussex, Vice President and Organizational Leader for Sussex Girls Softball Association, and the President of the Sussex Asphalt Angels Car Club.
In Paul's free time, he is also a husband to Chrystal, and father of three, Carmendy(14), Quitin(11) and Korbin(3).
Paul commenced his talk with an overview of the organizations currently active in the Sussex area...
On Monday, February 3rd, 2020, Rotary Club Member Ed Keith addressed the Club with a presentation on Sunshine House Financial.
Sunshine House Financial has offices in one of the oldest homes in Sussex. The distinguishable yellow house is located at 451 Main Street, Sussex NB. Rotarians and family members, Jane and Greg Keith, and son Ed, work together with a strong focus on creating and protecting their client's wealth. Their advisors are consistently recognized as industry leaders in the Atlantic region, as well as in the top 5% internationally (as identified by the Million Dollar Round Table, a global association of Financial Professionals)... (more)
It was a busy Monday, January 27th, 2020, for the Sussex Rotary Club, which had it's Annual General Meeting (AGM) with quorum attendance!
Chairing the event was current Club President Rhoda Wilson with a packed agenda.
Past President Lisa Brown then helped the Club to take a group photo of sorts to commemorate the event, and the meeting commenced with the welcome of members and a couple of special guests, Marley Monohan (daughter of Rotarian Tina Monohan) and exchange student Mimi Rosemeyer (guest of Rotarian Stephanie Bickford-Parent).
Knaack, a member of the Rotary Club of Herzogtum Lauenburg-Mölln, Germany, revealed the 2020-21 presidential theme, Rotary Opens Opportunities, to incoming district governors at the Rotary International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA, on 20 January.


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RATT Frontman Issues Update On His Upcoming Book
RATT frontman Stephen Pearcy is continuing work on his as-yet-untitled book for a 2012 release. According to Pearcy, the as-yet-untitled book — which has been in the works for two years — will include "so many stories. The good, the bad (real bad) and the ugly." He added, "It's a big wakeup call to remember some things, but have to share. Some might learn something from my experiences and get something positive in the end. There are bright moments; it's not all about Ratt 'n' Roll."
In a recent interview with the San Antonio Metal Music Examiner, Pearcy stated about his upcoming book, "There's lots of tales in there that people need to know or haven't known. You know, to get the real opinion. . . It's a real honest book. The kitchen sink is in there. It's time to share because nobody knows what we're about or how you got there or what you went through. I got into music by accident — realistically by accident (laughs).
When asked if his book be a rebuttal to RATT drummer Bobby Blotzer's "Tales Of A Ratt – Things You Shouldn't Know" autobiography or if it will be more autobiographical in nature, Pearcy said, "Both. Because when I started that band, people got the wrong perspective on so many things. That's why we're on the level we don't wish to be on, by default and admission. But everything I say is going to be honest. Bob took his own side on his book. But it's his own. It's like when I read the Keith Richards and [Steven] Tyler books, I thought, 'That's how I want my book to read.'"


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Baby Rhyme Time
Help your little ones learn, with songs and rhymes for children aged 0-2.
Wednesday: 9.30-10am, Thursday 9.30-10am
Story Time
Inspire their imaginations early, with stories for children aged 2-5.
Monday, 11-11.30am, Thursday: 11-11.30am
Ballet Babes
Tiny tots take their first steps in ballet through music and movement. This fun class is a great introduction to dance and for ages 18 months – 3 years.
Monday: 9.30am-10am
Homework Help
A problem shared is a problem halved - especially when it comes to homework. That's why this club's here to help!
Monday 4-6pm, Thursday 4-6pm
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I love when I'm able to read a series uninterrupted by other books, but then I get super-sad when I've finished the last book and there's nothing left!ReplyDelete
Love the book title! :') Awesome pick I can say that you really are enjoying this series! :')ReplyDelete
The Devouring Series have great covers and awesome titles! I'm going to add them to my TBR pile! Great pick.ReplyDelete
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Hey Elodie, thanks for stopping by my blog :)ReplyDelete
I'm not familiar with this book, but the descriptions sounds interesting :)
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Sounds very interesting. I haven't read this books yet. I love the cover.ReplyDelete
I've never heard of this series before but I really like the matching covers. I agree with you on finishing a series before starting a whole new one, I like doing that too. Great pick! I'll be adding these to my list. =)ReplyDelete
I haven't started this series, but I love the sound of it! Great pick, Elodie :)ReplyDelete
Great pick! I love reading a series straight through like that =)ReplyDelete
You've got to read Hex Hall and The Body Finder! I haven't heard of this series but the covers are lovely. I'll have to check out The Devouring first though.ReplyDelete
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Best Gun Cleaning Rods
One of the main reasons why most people claim about the gun cleaning kits they buy is poor gun cleaning rods. The choice of the cleaning rod is an important consideration when you not only want to have good cleaning experience but also when you need to have stellar results when you disassemble your gun to service it. Ideally, you should always strive to use the best gun cleaning rod at all times.
It is normally frustrating to find that the rod or rods you have are unable to get the job done, but since these are inexpensive components in the cleaning kit, you can always replace them. However, you must first know how to choose the right ones, as well as some of the most recommended rods by the pros.
It is appalling that the bulk of the rods in the gun cleaning kits available in the market today are not of good standards. Some are too short or too long for the guns they were purchased for, while others are prone to bending or breaking, and as such, you can only use them for a limited number of times.
If you are a proud owner of a gun, and you have a cleaning kit, but you are not pleased with the kinds of rods you have, then read keenly because we will share with you not just how to find the best rifle cleaning rods in the market, but also give you recommendations on some of the rods you can trust to give you great results.
Best Gun Cleaning Rod Reviews
Tipton 1 – Piece Deluxe Cleaning Rods
The Tipton 1 – piece deluxe cleaning rods were designed for the US Military armorers who needed a versatile cleaning rod that could be used on service rifles under very demanding conditions. With these rods, cleaning guns at extreme temperatures is no longer a problem, and you don't have to worry about the rod not regaining its original straightness after use.
The rods are made of carbon fiber, and they are "deluxe" due to their agronomical design that allows their handles to spin on two sets of ball bearings. With such a design, a smooth pulling and pushing motion is created and this makes it a breeze to clean the rifles. They also feature a shank-through construction that makes it possible to have reasonable hammer blows at the end of the rod to get a tight patch.
- Ergonomically designed handles for easy operation
- Made of carbon fiber, hence, strong and durable
- Ideal for use in extreme temperature conditions
- Has ball bearings
- Available in a variety of sizes for different gun users
- Incorrect sizing. Doesn't correspond to the product predictions.
- Inconsistent thread counts
- Some customers noted that they snapped in half with the first use
- Some rods split
Dewey 1 – Piece Cleaning Rod
The Dewey 1 – Piece Cleaning Rod will work for you whether you need to work on your rifles or shotguns. They are special length coated rods that come with 8 x 36 male threads which makes it possible for them to be used with accessories by other manufacturers without the need of special adaptors.
Every rod comes with a plastic ball bearing handle as well as a universal slotted tip. The lengths of the rods are equivalent to the lengths of the Higher Power Service Rifles. If you desire to get the best cleaning results with for your shotguns, then you have every reason to consider the Dewey 1 – piece shotgun cleaning rod.
- Ideal for cleaning long rifles and shotguns
- Made of high quality steel
- Has ball bearings on the handle
- Easy to use
- Some may come without plastic storage tubes
- Some customers complained of some breaking with the first use
- Some may be misaligned and off center
- The nylon coating gets eroded when cleaning with the road.
Gunslick 35002 Gsl 1 Pcs Fib CL Rod
Gun Slick is not a new name when it comes to manufacturing gun cleaning accessories, and their Gunslick 352002 is one of the best pistol cleaning rod you will in the market today for guns in its caliber. It is ideal for cleaning .22 Cal and larger pistols, and it boasts of the highest quality materials. Its total length is about 8", and though it is most suited for the larger pistols, you will also get very good results with it when you need to clean handguns.
Its soft, easy grip handles fitted with a ball bearing will give you the grip you need and also allow you to exert the pressure you need to thoroughly clean the inside of the barrels. Should you decide to apply force and use some rigorous cleaning movements, you will be pleased to note that the rod will remain straight throughout the cleaning process. It is also worth noting that the rod is very tough on fouling and this is some of the other attributes that make it one of the best pistol gun cleaning rods you will find in the market today.
- Made of highest quality materials
- Ideal of handguns
- Has a soft, easy-grip handle
- It is tough on fouling
- Not suitable for rifles
- Some customers reported early failures with the gun
Gunslick 32011 Gsl 1 Pcs Fib CL Rod
Here comes another rod by Gunslick that makes it to the list of the best gun cleaning rods. The Gunslick 32011 Fib CL Rod is a one-piece, 36- inch rod made of the highest quality materials. Its construction is extremely strong, thus allowing you with the versatility to exert pressure during the cleaning process for better results.
Unlike most of the rods you will find the market today, the design of the rod eliminates particle pickup and the inclusion of ball bearing in the handles helps to facilitate a smooth rotation and function during use. It may not be the sexiest cleaning rod you will find in the market, but with up to four convenient caliber ranges, you will have a lot of versatility in using this rod.
- Made of highest quality materials
- Fitted with ball bearings for smooth rotation
- Eliminates particle drops
- Has four caliber ranges
- Some rods don't fit correctly in .22 barrels
Pro Shot .22 – .45 Caliber Universal Pistol
If you own a pistol, and you need a universal one-piece cleaning rod for your gun, then you have every reason to consider the Pro Shot .22 – .45 Caliber Universal Pistol cleaning rod. It is a 6.5-inch rod with stationary handles and made from stainless micro-polished steel. It comes with a brass patch holder for the .22 – .42 Cal and using it is quite intuitive. With its small size, it won't take a lot of storage space in your kit.
- A universal pistol cleaning rod
- Requires small storage
- Doesn't have ball bearings on the handle
- Ideal only for cleaning pistols
Pro Shot Premium 1 – Piece Micro-Polished Cleaning Rod
The Pro Shot Premium 1 – Piece Micro-Polished Cleaning Rod boats of strength and accuracy when it comes to taking good care of your gun. It features a tough and dense shiny finish that will not pick up and carry abrasive grit or dirt to the bore during the cleaning process. As such, it is one of the best types of rods for gun cleaning currently.
- Made of high quality micro polished stainless steel
- Doesn't pick up or carry abrasive grit
- Has rugged precision threading for more rod tip accessories
- False advertising. Advertised as two, yet comes as one
Tipton Max Force Cleaning Rod .22 – .42 Caliber
If you are tired of breaking or bending small diameter cleaning rods, then you will find a better alternative in Tipton Max Force Cleaning Rod .22 – .42 Caliber cleaning rod. It is not only made of the highest quality materials, but also the design of its handle allows for quick and easy positioning of the thumb to apply gentle pressure for effective results. Its lightweight has an ergonomic design and highly durable.
- Ergonomic handle design
- Made of high quality material
- Has 40" usable length
- Ideal for pistol cleaning
- Does not spin properly when you hold down the lever
- Ideal only for cleaning small caliber weapons such as pistols.
Hoppe's No.9 Gun Cleaning Aluminum Rod
Hoppe's No.9 Gun Cleaning Aluminum Rod is a universal rod you can use for cleaning all types of shotguns. It has a ball bearing swivel handle that not only makes it easy to use but also comes with ergonomic advantages that make it comfortable to use for long. The 3-piece set has slotted ends which facilitates easy attachment of other tip end accessories.
- Universal cleaning rod for shotguns
- Has a ball bearing swivel handle
- Has slotted ends
- Designed for cleaning shotguns only
- The slotted ends do not universally support all tip end attachments
Hoppe's Elite 1 – Piece Cleaning Rod Carbon Fiber
The new one-piece Elite Carbon Fiber Cleaning Rod is available in 8" and 36" lengths, thus giving you more options as far as choosing carbon fiber cleaning rods is concerned. With the carbon construction, they are designed to remain straight, irrespective of the cleaning force or pressure you may apply. It also comes with a soft and easy-grip handle, fitted with ball bearings to make the cleaning process a breeze.
- Made of carbon fiber
- Has an ergonomic handle
- Fitted with premium double ball bearing
- No complaints from buyers so far!
Allen 30" Brass Rifle Cleaning Rod
The Allen 30" Brass Rifle Cleaning Rod is a heavy duty cleaning rod and will be a worthy inclusion to your gun cleaning kit. It is made of solid brass and with a length of 30", as well as 8 -32 threads, it will suit most of your cleaning needs especially in applications that demand the use of rifle and pistol brushes. It is such a versatility that sets it apart from the majority of the gun cleaning rods you will find in the market today.
- It is a heavy duty cleaning kit
- Has 8 – 32 threads
- Ideal for pistols and rifles
- Doesn't tip end attachment for accessories.
- It is not universal
Tipton Deluxe 1 – Piece Cleaning Rod
This Tipton Deluxe 1 – Piece Cleaning Rod is made of carbon fiber, and it is one of the best gun cleaning rods not just by Tipton, but in the entire market. It has two high quality bearings which will not bind under pressure. It is designed to give you the best performance when working tight patches and you will also love the comfortable ergonomic designs. Also worth noting is the fact that the rods can bend to extreme degrees without the loss of normal straightness.
- Ideal for working tight patches
- Has quality ball bearings
- Has hanging holes for ease of storage
- Won't fit a .22 Cal pistol bore.
Otis Technology Memory – Flex Small Caliber Cleaning Cable
Otis Technology Memory small caliber gun cleaning rod is available in a variety of lengths and compatible with various cleaning accessories from by Otis. The cables are coated and can withstand up to 750lb pull strength, thus giving you a lot of room as far as the amount of energy you would like to use in the cleaning is concerned. The cable also features solid brass slotted tips, cotton cleaning patches, and a bore-brush, hence, availing to you everything you need to properly clean your firearm.
- Available in varying lengths
- Coated for longevity
- Can withstand up to 750lb pull force
- Only compatible with Otis accessories. Won't work with the standard jags and mops.
Gun Cleaning Rods Buyer Guide
There are various factors that go into consideration if you want to get a rod that will give you satisfactory results and cleaning experience. The last thing you want is a rod that will bend or break, or even cause you bruises when taking care of your gun. To help you get the most out of your shopping for these essential rods, here are some of the things you should look at as a buyer:
The material of the cleaning rod
The material used in making the cleaning rod is perhaps one of the most important considerations when considering cleaning rods. Most of the cleaning rods in the market today are made from either of the following materials-: steel cable, carbon fiber, steel, and aluminum. For a start, you should consider only the rods made from these materials. You should also realize that each of these materials has their merits and demerits you ought to understand before you make your final choice.
The rigidity of the rod
The rigidity of a rifle cleaning rod is another vital consideration you must never forget about because it has a direct impact on the quality of cleaning. The rigidity mainly depends on the material. It is the ability of the rod to flex during use. If you have a gun with small bores, you should go for smaller and less rigid rods.
With the small barrel diameters, the rods will not flex too much – an action that may increase their likelihood to break. If you have a gun with large bores such as shotguns and handguns, then your best bet is to go for a shotgun cleaning rod that is more rigid, since they will have the structural integrity to support the kind of force you will need to thoroughly clean such guns.
Ball bearings
If you primarily clean handguns and rifles, then an ideal rod should be solid and they should be fitted with ball bearings. To get good results cleaning such guns, there needs to be a good engagement between the brushes and the patches, and in the absence of ball bearings, the cleaning actions may not be as good as you may have wanted. The bearing will make them rotate inside the barrel. If the rod has a fixed handle, you will be compelled to adjust your grip so that you can create a rotating motion when using the rod.
The number of pieces
The final consideration you should make when buying any pistol cleaning rod, or any other gun cleaning rod for that matter is the number of pieces. Single cleaning rods are the gold standard, but a single piece will have only one fixed length.
If you have a single shotgun or just one rifle to clean, then this is not going to be a problem. However, for greater peace of mind and versatility in cleaning when you need to take care of different types of guns with varying barrel lengths, a multi-piece rod will be the best choice for you.
Buying the best gun cleaning rods will go a long way in helping you clean your gun properly and ensure that your gun is in top condition at all times. With so many cleaning rods available in the market today, it can be overwhelming to know exactly which rods to buy, given that the standard rods that come with the gun cleaning kits are hardly enough. With the correct knowledge of your gun, and using the buyer guide given above, take some time to go through the reviews of the cleaning rods so that the ultimate decision you make will meet all your gun cleaning needs.


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The following are a few notes from the Game of Thrones Finale. Warning: mild spoilers may be included, though I've tried to stay away from anything too glaring. Either way, consider yourself warned.
I'm finally ready to talk about that divisive Game of Thrones finale. It's taken me a bit to get my thoughts in order since it definitely wasn't what was expected. Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 6 fulfilled its promise to decide the fate of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros as the final chapter of the series was written. That being said, it accomplished this in ways most never saw coming.
Immediately following the broadcast, lots of people took to social media to express their disappointment. Personally, I knew almost immediately I needed to sit with the finale for a bit. Let it sink in. I knew quickly that I didn't hate it, but that's basically all I was sure of. Truthfully, it was one of those experiences that leaves you feeling sort of unsteady. In the end, the Game of Thrones finale included a lot of weighty themes that deserve discussion. As a result, I wanted to allow time to unpack it all in my mind before giving my opinions. So, here we go:
No one should have expected a happy ending
A lot of folks seem upset more of the characters didn't get typical fantasy-type happy endings. The thing is that was never really on the table for the Game of Thrones finale. It was just never going to happen. First off, the show has always been about portraying a gritty, realistic story, simply utilizing the fantasy genre as a backdrop. In real life, everyone doesn't get a happy ending with the heroes settling down to live together in the end. In real life, heroes aren't even always true heroes. They are people. Imperfect. Not all good; not all bad. That's Game of Thrones in a nutshell. And secondly, the show has always been about subverting expectations anyway, so it was always going to end like this.
George RR Martin, the author of the books upon which Game of Thrones was based, has previously stated that he likes endings that resemble the Lord of the Rings. He has previously stated many times that he foresaw a "bittersweet" ending, rather than a happy one. You'll recall I talked a bit about that bittersweet aspect last week with Daenerys becoming an antagonist. I still stand behind that, but I also think that mindset found its way into the endings for other characters as well.
Don't fall into the trap of saying the books won't be this way, and the show got it all wrong either. That road is dark and full of terrors, my friends. Martin has stated recently that his ending will be similar to the show's, yet different. Frankly, there are so many more characters and plotlines active in the books it can only be different. I imagine them as two distinct paths leading to the same destination. Only time will tell for sure.
By and large, the biggest complaint about the Game of Thrones finale seems to revolve around Jon's fate.
Frankly, I can at least understand this mindset, even if I don't fully agree with it. Jon had been dutifully set up as the hero of the saga for several seasons now. He also had arguably the bleakest ending, short of them simply killing him off. There was no ending for him as a hero. No crown. Arguably, the time spent setting up his true heritage was pointless, since it amounted to nothing. In fact, he even ended up right back where he began the series, arguably the most depressing place in Westeros.
Opinions of the final shot of the series will – no doubt – differ, but my takeaway was that he's not actually doing the Nights Watch thing as sentenced. I took that last shot to mean he was abandoning Castle Black and going North with the Free Folk. I took that sequence to be similar to Frodo leaving Middle Earth behind. Frodo was broken by war, never again able to see his home as the peaceful paradise he enjoyed previously. Jon is likewise broken because he killed someone he loved and still isn't sure if he did the right thing. This is fully consistent with Martins's penchant for Lord of the Rings-type endings.
One thing I really did like about it was him finally getting a proper reunion with Ghost. You'll recall, I was pretty upset over the way their supposed goodbye was handled in Episode 4. CGI concerns notwithstanding, it felt cold, and I was glad to see it amended. I also truly think Jon was happiest when he was with the Wildlings. In that same episode with the Ghost debacle, he told Tormund that he wished he was going north with him, instead of traveling south. Now we know he gets that chance, and whether he's abandoning the Nights Watch or simply seeing the Free Folk back home before returning, we know now he has a place in the world where he will not be bothered by the petty wars of the kingdoms.
My twinge of sadness at how the story ended for some of the other characters
Needless to say – as with real life – some characters made out better than others. Arguably the biggest surprise was Bran Stark, the Three-Eyed Raven, being named King. I can join everyone else in saying I did not see this one coming, but I also don't hate it. In the end, he was a compromise that the parties involved could make in a sequence that changed the way Westeros governs itself. It might still remain a monarchy, but few could argue it won't be a better system of governance since you won't see any more despotic Joffrey's taking the throne. Ironically, Daenerys succeeded in breaking the wheel, even though it took her becoming something of a tyrant and being killed to do so. The aftermath of the whole thing will most likely result in a better world.
Meanwhile, Tyrion gets to be his Hand of the King. Whether it was Jon or Dany on the throne, I always envisioned this for Tyrion. Interestingly, though, it went from being a case of him being the smartest guy in the room to learning hard lessons that will now make him better.
Sansa got what she wanted, and she will arguably excel at it. She has the honor of a Stark, yet she was schooled in the game by both Cersei and Littlefinger. Long may she reign as probably the one in the story who got the happiest ending.
At the same time, Arya sets out on a great adventure of discovery. She is the Wandering Wolf now, destined never to simply be a Lady of the kingdoms, which is something she's been telling everyone since she was a child. Frankly, if they made her adventures one of the spinoffs, I would definitely watch it, but sadly that's not happening.
I guess the only sadness for me comes from the sense of finality to it all. I mean, Arya could return from her journeys and visit Bran or Sansa. Maybe even Jon, if he returns to the Wall. Then again, she could also never be heard from again, or those reunions could take decades to occur. We will never know. The story began and ended with the Stark children, and the pack survived. Only, in the end, the pack is now broken. That makes me a little sad, but then again it also mirrors real life in many ways.
Why didn't Drogon gonna kill Jon?
That's another question I'm hearing people ask a lot, and I have some ideas. Maybe feelings is a better word than ideas. I don't know. In the end, however, I think it goes back to some vague mentions from earlier in the series that might've been easy to miss. It's spoken of a bit more overtly in the books, but even in the show Tyrion – I believe – made mention previously of reading that some Maester or another theorized that dragons were intelligent. That they were thinking beasts, rather than simply animals.
First off, I should also say I thought it was heartbreaking the way Drogon tried to wake Daenerys up. I don't care if it is a mythical creature, and frankly a vicious one. It was his mother, and it got me right in the feels. His rage was completely justified, and I fully expected him to roast Jon alive. I also think there's more to the reason he didn't.
Instead, he turned his rage on the Iron Throne. That ugly thing that fed his mother's obsession. That thing that everyone around her always told her was her destiny. That thing that brought them there, when they could have been happy and prosperous elsewhere. The quest for the Iron Throne robbed him of both his siblings and his mother, so I can understand why an intelligent beast would vent his rage in that direction, rather than simply at the person who did the deed.
In the end, he took her away from all of it, the same way he tried to do when he rescued her from the arena in Meereen back in Season 5. Never forget that he could have simply lifted her from the arena and taken her back to her pyramid, where she would've been safe. Instead, he tried to take her away, not just from her enemies but from the people around her as well. Drogon understood she was on a disastrous path of obsession. Would that someone would have listened to him. Things could have been quite different.
Speaking of the Iron Throne
In the end, the Iron Throne became yet another allusion to the Lord of the Rings. Like the One Ring, the Iron Throne was a symbol of ultimate power that also represented ultimate corruption. It destroyed everyone who lusted after it. And, like the One Ring, it had to be destroyed for the story to end. We watched it melt just as assuredly as the Ring melted in Gollum's hand, leaving behind it an undoubtedly better world.
My final thoughts on the Game of Thrones finale
I know there were a lot of people disappointed. I think that was going to happen no matter what, simply because it was such a loved series. It's difficult to see something you love end, and it's likewise really difficult to come up with an ending that is going to satisfy a lot of people. Personally, I'm grateful they didn't allow the pressure to make people happy effect the story.
Frankly, I believe we saw the ending we were always meant to see, even if it did, unfortunately, feel rushed. Some of us aren't happy with how it ended, and that's OK. It was never going to be a happy ending; not for the characters and not necessarily for us either. I must say, though, I still adore the series, and I understand the choices made. Now, with a little distance since my initial viewing, I even agree with most of them.


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- I could not believe it today. I went with my daughter to the crowd gathering at the New York Yacht Club to celebrate the many accomplishments of Ted Hood, the sailmaker, entrepreneur, and yacht designer.
- One is dead the other, Richard E. Carter is resurrected.
- Let's backtrack, it had been announced a while ago that Dick had passed away a few years ago. The rumor had been around, pursued in this blog, sailing web sites and by many people that this had been the case.
- What was not my surprise, as I strolled the ground under the tent to see across the serving table a familiar face that I had not seen in 40 years, Dick my boss at Carter Offshore. I look on, in shock.
- But, the change with age was not drastic and the mannerism was there, and when I called" Dick" he turned around, and with a big smile, we shook hands. Yves-Marie!
Man oh man, was I happy to see him in good health, alive and well and living on Cape Cod. His announced departure much too premature.
- Amazing that in these days and age, news like who is dead cannot be squelched with the first appearance of such an erroneous announcement. It was a sad day and a wonderful day when two men like Frederick Hood and Richard E. Carter, friend and competitor with great influence on the sport crossed my path in such a strange way.
The Tower. Carter Offshore office.
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Several years ago while I was living in South Korea, I met my parents in Hawaii for a short vacation. Since I was scheduled to arrive considerably earlier than my family coming from the mainland, my father suggested I pick up the rental car and check out Honolulu, which I thought was an excellent idea.
As I was driving around, I made a last-minute decision to get into a left-turn lane. When I checked, the lane appeared to be clear. Suddenly, I heard a "thump!" and realized that there was a motorcyclist there! Clearly I had failed to check my blind spot. Fortunately, I didn't injure the driver, but I was quite shaken by the experience.
We are all familiar with the concept of a blind spot while driving, but very few are familiar with mental blind spots.
Step 2 in Mark Goulston and John Ullmen's connected influence model is listening past your blind spot. They define your "blind spot" as the condition of being immersed in your own perspective:
Your brain doesn't merely have a blind spot when it comes to driving; it also has a blind spot when it comes to influencing. And like a driver who changes lanes without checking to see what's in the blind spot, you're dangerous when you're blinded by your own point of view. (p. 11)
The primary skill needed is "level 4 listening," but because I have already written a bit about the importance of connective listening, I will focus here on another necessary, yet often overlooked element: "to influence, be influenceable."
When I talk to clients and friends about being open-minded and influenceable, I tend to get a bit of push-back. They say they don't want to be "so opened minded their brain falls out," and they express concern that being open to others' ideas means they will have to compromise their values and principles.
However, I have found Goulston and Ullmen's explanation to be an excellent way of looking at this so-important element of developing influence with another:
Being influenceable isn't about giving in, giving up, being weak or soft, being scared, or being any less committed to your principles and to achieving excellent results. And being influenceable doesn't mean that you're not going to disagree.
What being influenceable does mean is that you go into every conversation being willing to believe that you may be partially or totally wrong; that the other person may be partially or completely right; and that even if the other person isn't right, you will learn something valuable from your interaction.
Being influenceable means being both open-minded and open-hearted. People tend to open their minds to people who've opened their own minds, and to open their hearts to people who permit themselves to be touched. When you want to strengthen your influence with others who see things differently, being vulnerable is more potent than being impervious. (p. 108)
If we truly value people in general, we need to first look for the value they bring to any relationship without imposing our own expectations or perspectives on them. To me, this is the essence of being open-minded. Even someone I disagree with violently on most things will have something of value to add to my life. This doesn't relieve me of responsibility; being influenceable means we have greater responsibility to evaluate new ideas as they are presented, but it doesn't mean we dismiss the people who share those ideas.
This week I dare you to open your mind and your heart to truly hear someone else, especially if that someone has dramatically different views than you do.
Links and Resources:
Previous posts on this topic
- Book Review of Real Influence: Persuade without Pushing and Gain without Giving In
- "Your Here" and "Their There"
- The Power of Connective Listening
- Reclaiming the Art of Listening
- What If You're Wrong


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WENTWORTH, N.C. -- The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners meeting room inside of the Governmental Center was packed Monday night as mostly people from the community came out to convince commissioners to include four additional school resource officers in the upcoming budget.
"Tonight, this appeal is not about me. It's about our children and their safety," Sheriff Sam Page said.
Page, during a news conference prior to the meeting, explained that he recommended adding more SROs, but that it was excluded out of the budget during last week's budget session.
"The resource officers of Rockingham County go beyond expectations because they love what they do and we need more," said a McMichael High School student who spoke in front of commissioners Monday night.
Page says right now, the sheriff's office has five full-time SROs assigned to cover Rockingham County Middle and High schools, McMichael High School, seven elementary schools and one charter school.
"I have needed and do need additional deputies out in the field, but I put that aside and made the request this year for the school resource officers," he said.
Page explained during the news conference that in the first year, the additional officers would cost nearly $350,000. However, the commissioners ultimately decided not to include it in the upcoming budget.
They passed the budget unanimously Monday night.
The commissioners explained that they want to look into other funding options for it instead of it coming out of the county's budget fully.
Suggestions included finding grant money and possibly hiring a private security company.
"My personal belief that, as a county commissioner, that it's my responsibility to be a steward of that tax dollar and getting to that end game," Commissioner Reece Prytle said.
"We take this very seriously. I don't think you should put the safety of our kids last and I'm not. All I'm saying is you put me in this position to be accountable of your tax paying money and I want to do that," Commissioner T. Craig Travis said.
Travis says that the board has been working with the schools and law enforcement since February to look into school safety. Page also mentioning during the end of the meeting that he will now start looking into grants.


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The first of four students meetings in the project took place in Lioni, Italy 23. – 27. january. The weather was chilly but the Italian hearts are warm. Our hosts were very friendly and showed a great hospitality and the project got a good start. This photo was taken in historic Pompei and you can see Vesuvio in the background. We look forward to next meeting in Trikala, Greece in the spring.
Meeting in Lioni, Italy
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Lesley-Anne's poetry and photography to be showcased in ALTARWORK, a new interactive online magazine whose mission is to "put emphasis on both the material and the author to build a community of Christian artists." ALTARWORK launches this month.
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One Throne Magazine, a new literary journal out of Dawson City, Yukon, edited by Dan Dowhal and George Philipovic, has chosen Lesley-Anne Evans's poem 'Desert' for their Summer Issue to be released online June 21, 2014.
Links will be HERE when available.
Two poems published
"In the Blood," and, "When all else fails dig a trench," have been published in Ascent Aspirations Magazine, Vol. 18. You can link HERE to read these poems by Lesley-Anne Evans, and poetry and essays by other contributors.
"Migrations" chosen by Leaf Press
"Migrations," a poem recently published by Contemporary Verse 2, was selected today by Leaf Press as their online Monday Poem feature. Leaf Press is a poetry only publisher, currently also working with Lesley-Anne Evans on an Oak Leaflet publication, to be released sometime this fall.
From the Leaf Press Website: Leaf Press is an independent press located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Ursula Vaira founded Leaf in 2001 as a poetry chapbook publisher. Since 2007 Leaf has been publishing trade poetry while continuing the chapbook tradition and the weekly on-line Monday's Poem.
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9418 – FOUNDATION – TAG – CR230 – Administrator ability to see link comments added by supervisors [EPX 062072]Resolve issue within the FOUNDATION site where associated items, including linked comments, were not visible to Administrators when viewing forms.
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14720 – DMS – GDMO Supervisors unable to view TAB forms [ZEN 10067]Resolve issue within the DMS ePortfolio whereby GDMO Supervisors were unable to view all completed TAB forms.
14731 – EPORTFOLIO – Personal Library – After uploading a file the quota information doesn't refreshResolve issue whereby the personal library usage indicator was not being refreshed.
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16087 – RCOG – Remove Ticket Icon beside non-rateable items [ZEN 10458]Resolve issue within the RCOG ePortfolio whereby the ticket icon was visible beside items, even when they were not rateable.
16088 – RCPI PCS – Addition of new role in RCPI PCS site removes Registered Specialty from existing RCPI PCS user [ZEN 9621]Resolve issue within RCPI PCS ePortfolio whereby Registered Specialty was removed when a new RCPI PCS role was added to an exiting user.
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16370 – EPORTFOLIO – APP – Unable to create ticket requests for NandM DOPS or Mini-CEX forms [ZEN 10862]Resolve issue preventing the creation of tickets via the ePortfolio Mobile app.
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