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Feels like you can't go a week without some billionaire making it abundantly clear how deeply ingrained their greed truly is. Turns out that's what happens when you hold onto enough money to live off of without working for the rest of your life 10,000 times over. At a time when the working class in U.S. is working way more than they should be, it's particularly egregious to stand up and say "Not my billions!" It's also disappointing when some of the solutions proposed aim at treating symptoms of our capitalist society, instead of chipping away at the core issue. We discuss all of this and more on this week's Waypoints. You can listen to the full episode and read an excerpt below.
Austin: [The piece] starts with a central claim that is so important to return to again and again. When you consider how much the economic output of our country has boomed over the last century, consider the fact that frankly we do not need to work this much, [consider] the degree of efficiency that has entered into the workplace, the degree to which one workers eight hours now produces X amount of wealth, and [consider] who gets that wealth that is produced, it indicates how [much] we have the ability to [work less]. I think this is actually why it's a little flippant when it gets down to the bit where it's like, "how do we do this?" And almost as an aside, Ryan Cooper says "luckily all the above problems are easily fixable."
And I actually love that it takes that position, because they are. Reforming the marketplace, reforming the market, reforming the way labor works in this country will not overturn the system in such a way that it stops functioning. I say that obviously as someone who would like to do more than just light reforms, but those reforms that would benefit real working people all around the country, and long term I suspect all around the world, would not make it so that we wouldn't be in this office tomorrow making content.
The economy wouldn't fall off the rails, what would happen is some people who are extremely rich would become only a little less extremely rich in the process. Also, fuck off Bill Gates.
Patrick: I was just going to say, in my head the entire time was the Gates quote. I don't have it in front of me.
Rob: Look, the next time you spend 100 million dollars on bad education policy, you can speak. Until you have flushed billions down the drain on poor educational premises–
Patrick: Booker and Zuckerberg did that whole failed initiative some years back too right? And that was a lot of money, right? That was in the billions?
Rob: Well, there was that whole [moment] Zuckerberg [said] "I'm giving my fortune to charity," but it was like a personal charitable trust?
Patrick: That's how they all do it. They're giving it away through an LLC that they control. There was a tweet thread or an article that [said] along the lines of "It's so hard to give away your money, because your money just keeps making money. Rich people, they want to be philanthropic, but it's just, it's hard to give away your money!"
Austin: If only they would maybe give some of that money to policy groups that were advocating for higher wealth taxes, maybe that would help them lose their money. Anyway, the Bill Gates quote, he's talking about wealth taxes here. It's "I've paid over $10 billion in taxes. I've paid more than anyone in taxes. If I had to pay $20 billion, it's fine. But when you say I should pay $100 billion, then I'm starting to do a little math over what I have left over."
The answer by the way is $6 billion. If you just took a lump sum $100 billion away, but that is also not actually what would happen under Elizabeth Warren's proposed tax plan. He would still continue to make money indefinitely is the actual math.
Patrick: His money would make that money back that he lost probably.
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The Beast of the East & How the West Was Won
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NOLa. here again to give you, #SimLeagueOverEverything viewers and managers, a brand spanking new edition of the Sim League Power Ranker (SLPR)! There have been many changes in the rankings near the top, with a few teams struggling to keep up and others separating themselves from the rest of the pact. Once again injuries are making owners sick to their stomachs, questioning their player's toughness in the process. The Sim League gods have made it known that durability should be valued among general managers hoping to improve their teams.
For this special 3rd edition I've decided to give a quick run down of the top two teams in each conference for analysis (although for the four GM's it may be considered "slurpage"). After the spotlight the power rankings are posted along with divisional comparisons for the rankings. Enjoy.
(1) - Milwaukee Bucks - 14-6 Record
The Bucks!?! Yeah, Quail's Bucking Bucks. The Bucks are currently on top thanks to having the 2nd best rebounding score (behind only to the Raptors) and for a good sim going 5-1, beating the Hawks and Cavs and losing their one game to the CP3 led Sonics. Efficient shooting team but Assist score is low for having Arenas on the team, which may be due to his volume of shooting.
(2) - Philadelphia 76ers - 14-5 Record
Previous #1 for first two sims took a bit of drop in part of a full schedule sim of 8 games played and going 5-3 this sim, losing to divisional rival Boston Celtics and splitting a two game series with the Miami Heat. Still, bojangles manages the 2nd best defensive measured team only behind defensive specialist PaulyP and his Pacers and remains in the top 10 in rebounding. The top team in the standings survived a brutal schedule and will play an easier 4 games next sim.
(4) - Los Angeles Lakers - 11-10
Ball is in panic mode because of accumulated injuries, fearing he will drop out of the Western Conference playoff race. Sorry Western Conference, but that's not happening. The West is severely weak and remains very top heavy, and I predict the two time WC Champion is going no where despite the drop in standings. The Lakers may not be on top this season, but Jason Terry comes back this upcoming sim and might provide the back court balance the Lakers need.
(5) - Dallas Mavericks - 16-8
Darth has quickly put together a team that can contend with the best of anyone in the league. The Mavericks boast one of the more balanced teams ranking in the Top 10 in every category but Rebounding, a potential undoing for the Mavs if they hit a rough patch in shooting the ball. However, the Mavs are a strong shooting team and their balanced front court of anchorman Biedrins and Top 10 scorer Jamison is proving to be tough to beat.
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Part II The Beast of the East
July 02, 2013
Another sim league month is in the books as we finished out December last night. The West has still struggled to find a clear number one team with the Los Angeles Lakers still waiting until their team, most notably T-Mac, is completely healthy and ready to roll. The Mavs stumbled after taking the lead, an impressive 8-1 sim threw Sono and the Wolves from sub-.500% and right back into playoff contention, the Rockets are playing better week-by-week, the Clippers have cooled a bit, and the Sonics and Suns remained steady.
But does anyone in the East care?
Hell no. Have you seen the teams out East competing and beating the **** out of each other lately? Four of the top five teams in my power ranking hail from the East. Wait. Wut? Sorry, let me add on to that. Three of those four Eastern teams also play in the same division. Rankings aside, the Eastern Conference boasts balance and consistency. Just how balanced? Only two teams (Magic and Miami) are more than two games behind a .500% record.
The middle-of-the-pack is getting jammed up with teams trying to jump one another for that playoff seed, creating an all-out brawl between the Pistons, Bulls, Pacers, Wizards and others.
Some are fighting to get back into the postseason, while others are looking to make it for their first times as general manager.
And in the thick of it all, the path to the Finals in the East runs through New Orleans where the mighty Hornets await any willing competitor. This season is a different beast because of the Bucks and 76ers. Both are consistently good teams respectively in their division and conference, but the Bucks and 76ers have a chance to be great and go the distance this season.
1. Bucks 21-6
Still atop the rankings for a second straight sim, the Bucks continue to dominate the league led by MVP Gilbert Arenas. But its not because of one mans production that has the Bucks on top, its the balance of talent Quail has provided Arenas. Walker shoulders the frontcourt scoring and still averages over 10 rebounds and 4 assists a game. Allen defends the perimeter and Frye contributes off the bench is multiple positions. The Bucks true strength is team rebounding, now the leader in the Rebounding category (dethroning the Raptors for now). Only has lost one game (Sonics) in two sims, a ridiculous active 12-1 record.
2. Hornets 21-9
This looks familiar. Considering the buzz from the East, my rankings have slighted the Hornets the past few updates. If this was any other season the Hornets would be on top laughing at everyone below right now. The season is not over and the #1 favorite Hornets should not be too concerned with the regular season as they are almost always in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Hornets are the only team in the rankings to earn a positive score in each category this update and holds one of the higher points per game margin. Kevin Garnett is also shooting lights out, shooting 48% from 3 and 50% overall and nearly converting 80% FT%, all while being ranked in the Top 10 for scoring and rebounding. My current MVP candidate.
3. 76ers - 16-7
The 76ers might look like they have taken a lost their punch since starting the season the strongest, but I wouldnt worry about it. Only played four games this sim and went 2-2, wins over the Knicks and Bulls and losses to the Pistons and Bucks. A tough short week and came out even. Might not be what bo was looking for but the 76ers are a solid and sound basketball team with a simple plan. Play tough defense, rebound the ball, and then take care of the ball in that order. Damn NOLa. we know how basketball works. I know, but bo just does it better than most because of his focus on building a team that can slow down the tempo and play aggressive defense. Having Camby might have something to do with it, hmmmm.
So you know about the three headed beast in the East. But heres a closer look at two teams not getting the love and respect they deserve.
5. Raptors - 17-9
The Toronto Raptors continue to improve and Soundwave has quietly built his team from Hope we make the playoffs to Looking towards the series! David Lee and Mo Pete are forming into one of the leagues best inside-out combos in the East. Mo is shooting over 41% from the 3 and shoots about 5 threes a game. David Lee, meanwhile, continues to grow into a beast inside the paint. Averages almost 18 points and 13 rebounds a game. Shoots at 43% which is not bad, but if improved could be a 20-14 player next season if he can convert more. Shoots 80% of his FTs too, which is great for his position. Just lacking at the 5 but still has a good cast of guys who can play defense at the position.
14. Pacers 12-14
Was brought up in the #SLOE podcast during the worst team in the league segment, although not for being the worst team (Unanimous decision is: Kings) but because of a disappointing start after almost knocking off the Hornets in the playoffs last season. This is not a defense, but that label was unwarranted. Fact is the Pacers play in the toughest division in the league and had a bad start. Last two sims? 8-2 combined. Really solid defensive team (number one in rankings) that steals and blocks shots at a very effective rate. Team probably needs another G that can score to help ease Barons load as he is shooting a career low in FG% and 3P%, but if I had to choose a team from the outside that will make it, I would pick the Pacers if they can keep up with their defense.
Thats the end of Pt. II guys. Western Conference, I did not forget about us. Next addition, How the West Was Won, will be next to close out the 3rd edition of these power rankings. For now, #SLOE and enjoy the rankings.
Editors Note: Rankings are 1/29th biased as I am out to underscore the Celtics.
Part III - How the West Was Won
July 4th 2013
Welcome back to today's final segment of the Sim League Power Rank! We had a special Independence Sim Day (1:01 A.M. on July 4th) which a few fellow sim leaguers could not stay up for. We're almost half-way through the season and five sims away from the trade deadline on Day 100. The league witnessed the first "big" trade of the season that will be broken down later, and the question remains if there are any other trade discussions ongoing around the league. It's been a fairly quiet season in terms of rumors and posts suggesting big deals being in the works, but that may be because of the hectic season in which most teams are still trying to figure out their go-to game plan before trading pieces. Either way, there are several teams in the East that may look to make a trade in order to go from "outside looking in" to competing in the postseason.
But what about the Western conference, how is that shaping up? Kind of meh, arguably the four worst teams in the league hail from the West. Here's a look.
The playoff picture is a lot clearer for the West compared to the East. A team like Portland, who has improved lately, can make a push if a team like the Lakers, Clippers, or Houston slips. But that would require the Lakers or Clippers to keep regressing or for Houston to stop improving, neither which seems likely at the moment. Other than Portland I don't see any other team challenging for the 8th and final seed, so it's a nine team race that could drop to a final eight if GI's team goes through a shooting slump.
First big trade of the season royally ****s the West.
So everyone who reads the forum should know by now that there's this team, the Lakers, who has suffered from the random injury bug and lost both McGrady and Terry. Good news is Terry's back, the really bad news is that T Mac still has 17 days to recover and won't be able to help Ball for another 12 games. Even in a downturn for the West, Ball did what everyone knew he would end up doing. He made a trade.
The trade was with Eazy P's Spurs. Eazy has made it known since he drafted Rondo #3 overall in this past draft that he would want to deal Jason Kidd in the near future. The deal composed of Lakers sending Jason Williams (PG), Othella Harington (PF) and Heat 08 Top 10 protected for the sole service of Jason Kidd. Othella was just a salary balancer I'm guessing and Jason Williams will be the Spurs backup PG behind Rondo for the next two seasons. The positive for the Spur is that they replaced a high-salary triple-double-threat PG in Kidd for a much cheaper rookie triple-double-threat PG in Rondo and added a little depth.
The downside is that the Spurs might not get pick they acquired for possibly three season in the 2009 draft unless the Heat get better and out of the lottery by next season. Easier said than done to get better trade value after the fact, but it was no secret the league felt the Spurs might have hastily shed Kidd's contract. In the end, Lakers now have arguably one of the best backcourts in the league with Kidd and McGrady healthy. Only concern about Kidd is his atrocious 4.8 TO's a game really diminish his production in setting up teammates. Number should go down but he still might end up leading all PG's in turnovers by the end of the season.
Got the trade talk out the way finally, so let's take a closer look at the current three top teams out West.
(3) Seattle SuperSonics - 23-12
The question in the West after the Lakers injury woes became "Who will lead the West in the standings now?" A few teams jumped out early, like the Mavericks and Clippers, but had a bad sim or two and dropped a few spots later. Others, like the Timberwolves, started off on the wrong foot but have really turned it on as of late.
The SuperSonics, however, have been in the thick of it all from Day 1. Currently atop the standings in the West thanks to a 7-0 sim with notable wins over the Raptors, Clippers and Rockets, Beeball and his CP3 led Sonics have continued to make a name for themselves on the defensive end. The Sonics steal and block the ball at a very high rate and is currently ranked in the Top 5 in oFG% and an more impressive number one in o3P% defense. The perimeter defense of Paul (#1 in SPG) and Roy with the down low defensive presence in Ratliff and Mourning really balance out this team and have a good chance at fortify their position in the standings with a few more good sims. No chest-thumping from Beeball yet, but the season is not yet over!
(5) Memphis Grizzlies - 21-13
A few general managers questioned LoCo's move to trade for Ray Allen and his huge contract and releasing BeeBall of his loaded contract to replace with Brandon Roy in return for Alonzo Mourning. I was one of them, but only because I felt the Grizzlies were known for their tough inside defense and offense, and trading the player that was that teams defensive anchor in return for sharpshooter Ray Allen changed Memphis's game they were known for. I asked LoCo after the trade if shooting was a renewed focus on his part for his team going forward, and he simply stated he felt the direction he was taking his team would fit his team after the addition of Allen.
Well there's a reason why he's winning and the Kings are losing. The Memphis Grizzlies are now a very dangerous shooting team, ranking in the Top 10 in the Shooting category and leading the league in 3P% shooting. The combination of Ray Allen and Joe Johnson form the best shooting wing tandem in the league. However, many probably don't know the Grizzlies are one of the best Assist-Turnover teams in the league. They move the ball well and find open shooters while taking care of the ball better than most teams.
(6) Minnesota Timberwolves - 21-18
Sono and his Timberwolves had a down-up sim. They started by losing their first three games against the Mavs, Raptors, and Rockets, only to turn around and win their next four with notable wins against the Suns and Pistons. Having Pierce at the SG position has been very successful for the Wolves, shooting over 40% from the arc and averaging 25 points - 7 rebounds - 4 assists. Combine that with MVP-candidate Carlos Boozer who is almost shooting 50% from the field and averaging a solid double-double.
Minnesota follows the mold of most of the better teams in the league, which is to play solid defense on wings and rebound the ball more efficiently than opponents. But just how good are they at doing both? The Wolves rank 4th in both the Rebounding and Defense categories of the power rank, only team in the league to do so. Keep it up Wolves and you may find yourself with homecourt advantage in the first round.
Well ****. Fine a couple of quick notes around the West.
- Although not in the above mentioned, the Dallas Mavericks responded well after a tough sim by going 6-2 with the losses coming from the Hornets and Celtics.
- The Rockets are steadily climbing the ranks and their teams shooting is getting better. Also heard Manu made an appearance this sim!
- The Suns had a tough sim this go around, going 4-3 but remain steadily on top of the Pacific division. Shouldn't be worried about the sim because the teams played were tough.
And now, the moment you've been waiting for, the final Sim League Power Ranking of the 3rd Edition!
And that's a wrap! I hope if you read this article that you enjoyed it and was worthwhile of your time. Have a happy 4th of July and be safe on the road fellow sim leaguers!
And if you'll excuse me, I have some beer to pickup at the store and some burgers to grill outside. #SimLeagueOverEverything
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how do you come up with the shooting metric? I only ask because I'm doing true shooting percentage statistics right now.
TS is something I will add I'm just happy with what I got after working on it for a full day. Now I'm just doing writeups for now and will tinker later.
**** YEA! 25 baby! Prince at PF posted some crazy number this week. It's too bad, I don't really have the ability to roll with that long term. May try it again on another small game sim.
Another thing I would have to consider is how to score it with the Shooting.
Thanks Nola for the time your putting into this. Not only entertaining but very informational. I track tons of advanced stats for my players and team, but honestly didn't realize I kinda suck when it comes to rebounding. Thanks! It's pretty awesome. Keep them coming.
I meant to add in that your team (Mavs) and GMessi (clippers) are the only teams without a negative score in any category as well. And thanks man.
Ouch, haven't even checked since the sim, but this doesn't bode well for me at all...
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It's pretty apparent from these stats that my defense blows
"I don't know if people know I dislocated my pinkie finger. And [Tyreke] told me, 'You wanna go home or you wanna be here?' I want to be here. And he said, 'All right, then go tape it up and let's play. Let's go. We not stoppin' at no stores. Straight gas. That's what we do, just keep going.'"
Seriously what will it take to move up money? What's your PayPal acct?
The ratings will be better better on Thursday. Have plans to add more metrics into Team Score, Defense and Shooting.
Wow cool! after a meh first sim, team has really turned it on as of late. Lovin it! Thanks NOLa! And you say that bit about my assists, but Arenas's scoring is down and his assists are up. I'm not in the bottom 2 for assists for the first time in 2 seasons lol
Not a bad thing at all with GA but more observational.
I just did Manu's. He's at 43%.
Bargnani is frustrating me for the opposite reason 78, efficient shooter just doesn't shoot. Can't get him into the double digits of FGA for a game
Man I know my team was not good. But geez didn't think I was that bad. I have a lot o lf work to do
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1 Summarise key aspects of legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice relating to own role and responsibilities
As a trainer I would need to understand my own roles and responsibilities, with a necessity to understand the key aspects of legislation, regulations and codes of practice. As a trainer who works in a volunteering field which falls within a section in Children Services in City of Cardiff county council and Vale of Glamorgan County council I would need to have a basis of knowledge identifying the following:
A Legislative requirement being a duty to act according to the law as defined by an Act of Parliament and/or Welsh Assembly Government and these are usually enforceable through the courts.
The legislation which would be considered whilst taking any training session would include; Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Data Protection Act 1998, Equality Act 2010 and Children's Act 1989 and 2004.
- The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 was the primary legislation regarding Health and Safety and enforcement of workplace health, safety and welfare within the United Kingdom.
- The Data Protection Act 1998 was the main piece of legislation that governs the protection of personal data processed and stored within the United Kingdom, setting procedures for organisations with regards to the rights of individuals bringing into line legislation which was brought out in Europe several years previously.
- The Equality Act 2010 was a piece of legislation passed through the UK Parliament which simplified or strengthened some areas, in effect tied up the multiple legislation involving age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
The Equality Act 2010 simplifies the current laws and puts them all together in one piece of legislation. Also, it makes the law stronger in some areas. So depending on your circumstances, the new act may protect you.
Relating to the Youth Offending Service when training Youth Volunteers, I would also need to train them on legislation which brought about the creation of that particular service and their Volunteering roles. This includes; Crime and Disorder Act 1998, Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999, Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008, Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offender Act 2012.
Code of Practice in the sector I work within would usually be determined by the County Council I am representing and these are the set of rules which outlines how any person who is representing that particular County Council either as a member of staff or/and Volunteer are expected to conduct themselves.
The code of conduct usually is based on an implementing legislation passed from the UK Parliament and/or Welsh Government and sets guidelines on how emplyees and anyone who is representing that particular organisation.
Statutory code of practice: A Code of Practice approved by Parliament and admissible as evidence in any legal action.
When identifying needs and planning and developing the training, these pieces of legislation and the Codes of practice would need to be considered prior to and during training and also whilst reviewing future training.
This could be done as part of the identifying needs part of the teaching learning cycle through a pre course assessment form which could be annoymised, so not to breach any confidentialities.
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While paid media campaigns have consistently produced great results for many, there is an equally substantial number of people for whom it simply never pays off. How can you be sure that you are going to get maximum mileage out of your paid media campaign and be able to sustain and improve it over time?
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"When you start analysing data to generate penetrating insights about the human behaviour your customers' exhibit, you are well on your way to making paid media flighting sustainable."
Timing Is Everything
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• Social media marketers have poured over thousands of data points to determine the best time of day for posting to Facebook (Hint: Wednesdays at 3:00 PM)
These are adjusted averages using the aggregate collection of all users' data to derive insights. This is freely available data. However, timings really begin to generate value when you start to pay attention to your specific users' preferences and understand how factors such as day of week change their intent and behaviour.
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For example, flighting and aligning with the right device. Take the phrase 'home loan approval' – the intent of a customer searching for this phrase on a mobile on a Saturday afternoon (potentially they have just viewed their dream house), changes significantly compared to another customer searching for the same phrase on their desktop device at work on a slow Wednesday morning (where it is likely urgency is not as high). We looked for patterns in the data to validate this, and when it rang true, we factored it into our messaging and the customer journey we offer.
Based on gathered insights and validating hypotheses such as these, we then conducted a media audit to ensure campaign structures enabled us to leverage these behaviours. This progressed to a full review of the Loans.com.au customer base, their needs, their expectations, and the factors that would combine to lead them to research mortgage providers online.
We used this analysis to focus the company's paid media flighting around strategically significant times of day in order maximise the campaign's effectiveness. We reduced wasted ad spend, which almost halved the company's cost per lead while more than doubling its monthly lead volume.
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Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. has missed two games because of a left hamstring injury he aggravated Sept. 30 vs. Maryland, and Gophers coach P.J. Fleck said the team might seek a medical redshirt for the sophomore.
"It just depends on how well he comes back," Fleck said. "It's one of those injuries that can take a long time and he's already hurt it once, reinjured it again, so now we want to be really cautious with it."
Under the NCAA's medical hardship rules, a player can apply for an extra year of eligibility if the season-ending injury occurs before the second half of the season, and the player hasn't played in more than three games or 30 percent of the schedule, whichever is greater.
Winfield, who originally hurt the hamstring Aug. 8 in training camp, hasn't played since the first quarter of the fourth game, meaning he has played in 13 quarters, or 27 percent of the Gophers' 48 quarters this season.
"We'll just see as he continues to progress when he'll be back," Fleck said. "But we know that we're going investigate that if we have to."
Winfield's hamstring isn't the only injury concern. The Gophers lost tight end Brandon Lingen (ankle) and guard Vincent Calhoun (leg) against Michigan State after losing wide receiver Phillip Howard (head), tackle Nick Connelly (leg) and cornerback Kiondre Thomas (leg) at Purdue.
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LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District will offer free flu shots to shoppers at the Galleria at Sunset mall between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18. The free clinic will be located on the mall's lower level in front of JC Penney. The health district will offer traditional flu shots and the inhaled FluMist. For information, contact the Southern Nevada Health District's immunization program, (702) 759-0850 or visit www.SNHD.info.
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Oh I slept well last night! Spent all the day before working very hard on a conservation task down in Woodchester nr Stroud. We were on the edge of the woods, near the lakes, clearing felled trees and burning them. The group were all very friendly and I had a really good time. I was SOOOO hot as the day was a scorcher already but add in going up and down a VERY steep hill covered in loose leaf litter, etc, carrying half a tree and passing a roaring fire! I did have a fab time though and will definitely go again. I felt like I did when I was kid, grotting about in the outdoors! Such a huge change from being behind a computer day to day. Wish I could do that kind of work all the time. Forget the gym - be a conservation volunteer!
As there were quite a few of us, we finished the task early so we all went for a walk around the lakes. It was great talking to such a wide range of people. After the walk, a couple of us went round Woodchester Mansion. I've been twice before already and I would recommend it as a visit to anyone in the area. It's fascinating to see how those big mansions were put together.
Amazingly, I not only turned down the offer of a BBQ, but also a drink in the pub! I was absolutely shattered & was tucked up in bed by 9.30pm! What a great day though :)
Monday, 12 May 2008
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Wow - sounds like you had a great day! It was way hot yesterday without the aid of a bonfire.ReplyDelete
Glad you enjoyed it!
Yes, I was going to write 'dripping with sweat' but I opted for 'SOOO hot' in the blog instead. I thoroughly recommend it though. Good for the soul and for the body! Great way to get in shape :)ReplyDelete
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I do love Valentine's Day, or actually what it represents. Do I think that there is a lot of unnecessary pressure put on every man and woman out there and a whole lot of bad gifts, candy and stuffed hearts that can be given as gifts without any thought? Sure.
So, Hubby and I were discussing V-Day this morning. We couldn't get reservations at any of our favorite restaurants, but it's not like we typically just don't go to those restaurants any other night of the week. So, we decided that we'll either order in or cook dinner at home, which I enjoy. Then, we have been going to a Bikram yoga class on Monday and Wednesday nights and the question was... should we go on Valentine's Day? I guess in theory, it sounds sort of sexy - heated room, sweaty bodies, flexible poses, but in reality, we are both sweating like pigs, red faced and tired. Not sure if it would be an appropriate prelude to a fun, "romantic" evening at home!
It's funny... the older I get and the longer I have been married, the acts of "love" come in so many different shapes. I saw one of these acts of love last night. I had settled into bed when I realized that I had forgotten to apply chap stick. Weird obsession, but it's just one of those things... like my nightly hand lotion ritual. Comfy and tired, I asked Hubby to get my chap stick for me, so I could stay happily nestled under the down comforter. He did this without complaint, then waited for me to apply so he could place back into my purse. Awww, ain't love grand?


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It began with an insult in the hallways of one of Canada's largest high schools.
It ended with the arrest of a 16-year-old male student charged with assaulting a police officer while resisting arrest - the first such incident since Toronto police began stationing officers in schools full-time last year.
The altercation, captured on video and an instant sensation on YouTube, highlights the ambivalence many feel about placing police officers in the halls of their local schools.
Toronto's school board expanded its police program this September after data showed schools with a full-time officer saw a drop in suspensions and criminal charges last year.
But at least one high school was forced to scale back plans to join the program when hundreds of parents protested, saying they feared it would create more problems than it solved.
The altercation happened Friday afternoon. A tall, goatee-bearded teen was hanging around the halls of Northern Secondary School, a well-regarded school of 1,700 pupils, when he crossed paths with Constable Syed Ali Moosvi.
The 16-year-old called Constable Moosvi "bacon" (shorthand for "pig") and the officer didn't appreciate the slur, several students recounted.
The officer asked the student for his name and identification, which he refused to provide. A crowd gathered and the situation rapidly escalated.
"The cop was pushing the guy against the wall," Grade 9 student Levi Tobe said. "He kept telling him to put his hands behind his back."
Dozens of students gathered to watch the confrontation and profanities flew as cellphone cameras captured the scene. The student, who protested he had done nothing wrong, was eventually handcuffed and led away.
"If the cop wasn't there, this thing on Friday wouldn't have happened," Levi said.
Police presence in schools is often controversial, although Toronto is far from the only Canadian city where police patrol the halls. Vancouver, Edmonton and Winnipeg have also placed police officers in schools, a policy aimed at preventing crime and building positive relationships with at-risk youth.
Winnipeg's police service has been involved in school patrols of a more arms-length nature since 1936; Vancouver has had full-time school liaison officers in all the city's public high schools since the 1980s, and boasts that its officers are able to establish a real rapport with students who might otherwise view them with suspicion.
But as Toronto expanded its program from 30 to 50 schools this year, the school board encountered at least one pocket of determined resistance. At Toronto's Westview Centennial, a school in the Jane-Finch area with high rates of suspension and criminal charges, parents mounted a campaign to block the arrival of a police resource officer. They said their children felt school was a place where they should be safe from police harassment, not subject to further scrutiny.
Josh Matlow, school trustee for the district that includes Northern Secondary, said parents in his ward were close to evenly split over the officer's arrival.
"Some thought it was a great idea," he said. "Other parents had concerns. Some just didn't like the concept of police in schools. They thought that police should be in the rest of the community … Some had a problem with a [firearm]being in the building. Some just had ideological apprehension because they felt that police in the school might contribute to some kids feeling marginalized."
At Northern Secondary Wednesday, witnesses were divided on whom to blame for the altercation.
Levi said Constable Moosvi should have ignored the "bacon" comment, noting that in a classroom a week earlier he had said he wasn't bothered by the insult because his goal is to build relationships with students.
But Simone Osondu, a 17-year-old Grade 12 student, said the officer was provoked to a point he couldn't ignore, and that the student was afraid of losing face if he backed down.
"They got in too deep," she said. "It was either finish this now or you're going to be arrested."
She said security at the school has been significantly stepped up in the last year.
Students are keenly aware they must wear student ID lanyards around their necks, which must be produced when staff ask. Students are regularly barred from class if they fail to display them, Ms. Osondu said.
The student who was arrested was wearing his lanyard at the time, classmates say.
"As long as you have one, people shouldn't harass you," said Grade 9 student Cheyenne Bernier.
Christian Pereira, in Grade 11, said he knows the arrested student from shop class.
"He's popular, never does anything wrong. We're all shocked to see this," he said.
"He said something to the cop - bacon - but it was just a joke."
Constable Moosvi was slightly hurt in the resultant melee.
What prompted his initial interest is not shown in the video clips, but police insist the incident's origins were straightforward: The youth was loitering in the corridor and when asked to identify himself, he refused to do so and started walking away.
"That led the officer to believe he was a trespasser who didn't belong in the school," said Constable Wendy Drummond.
"That caused concern, making the officer think, 'What's this person hiding?' One of the reasons for the officer to be there is to create a safe atmosphere."
And for all the uproar during and after the confrontation, the video clips vindicate Constable Moosvi's actions, Constable Drummond said.
After being arrested, the student was released on an undertaking. He is suspended from school and the board is investigating whether to transfer him elsewhere.
Toronto District School Board executive superintendent Donna Quan said the expanded police program appears to be working well.
"The preliminary feedback appears to be very positive," she said.
"The police are in a wide range of recreational activities with the students, and the majority of schools appear very satisfied with having an officer on site, as do parents and students."
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PINE BLUFF (News release) – The Pine Bluff Police Department is asking for help from the public in locating Deundra Harris, 21-year-old male in connection with the shooting that occurred at 3209 South Main on June 30.
Harris has been identified as one of three suspects involved in the battery of Andrew Lawson.
Lawson was critically injured after he was forced into a vehicle at the McDonald's parking lot on South Olive Street. During the incident he was struck with a pistol, shot twice, and hit with a vehicle.
The Police Department is grateful for the assistance of the public and the media for distributing the video of this crime. The video was extremely helpful in identifying this suspect. In addition to locating Harris, the police department is still trying to identify the other two suspects in the video.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the dispatch center at (870) 541-5300 or the detective division at (870) 730-2090.


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Win a Northern Monkey Brass Band High On Life CD and Free Entry for 2 to the launch gig on 6th July at Hoochie Coochie in
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We're often approached after gigs by people saying "You should do a version of 'this' tune" or "I'd love to hear you play 'that' tune" etc, so to mark the band's first CD launch, we want you to nominate a piece of music you'd like to hear us play.
The suggestion we like the most will be played at the gig, the person that nominates it will win our CD, 'High On Life', plus free entry for them and a guest to the gig itself.A few rules/guidelines to keep it clear and simple;
1. You must 'like' the band on Facebook to enter.
2. Post your nomination on our Facebook page.
3. ONE nomination per person.
4. If more than one person suggests the same tune, the first person that posted it wins.
5. The winner will be decided by us, our decision will be final.
5. The winner will be decided by us, our decision will be final.
6. Competition will close midnight 31st May.
7. We do have several cover tunes that are in various stages of development for us to play in the future, should you choose one of these titles, we'll let you know and you can have another go.
We're looking forward to your suggestions. Good luck from all of us atLink to Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/pages
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The clock is ticking for the final hours of 2018! Bring in 2019 with these fun things to do in Indianapolis for New Year's Eve! Whether you're looking for a fun night out or a fun day activity with the family, Indy is the place you want to be.
Ring in the new year with these fun things to do in Indianapolis!
New Years Eve Masquerade Ball
Union Station presents the 12th annual New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball! The ball combines three separate parties in one building. So you can party hop all night without even leaving the building! There will be 4 different DJ's performing throughout the night. AND SO MUCH MORE
Hurry to get your ticket here, they will sell out!
Family NYE at the Indiana State Museum
This is one the whole family can enjoy. Take the kids for a fun evening full of face paint, balloons, and a "ball drop" to midnight. But don't worry! Midnight is at 8 pm for these kiddos so you can start 2019 with a happy family, not a sleepy family!
CIROC the New Year
The Regions Tower is having a big party to start the New Year! From this spot, you can see a 360-degree view of downtown. There will be local DJ's, appetizers, premium open bar, and a huge midnight champagne toast. Get your ticket for this rooftop party including drinking free! And that's not all…there will be a special midnight surprise!
Tickets are here and hurry they go fast!
Hyatt Regency NYE Bash
This event has live music on two separate stages so you can mix it up all night long. There is also a fantasy casino player's lounge and a midnight balloon drop from the 22-story atrium lobby!
Buy your ticket here!
NYE Party at Petite Chou
Start the New Year off right at one of America's Top French Restaurants. They are featuring a very special New Years menu! What a better way to start the night than with a delicious and unique blend of award-winning food! Featuring a very special three-course meal!
Call 317-259-0765 or click here to make your reservation!
Check out more things to do in Indianapolis here!
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Could Your Brain Be Starving?
November 5, 2009 by Quantum Publisher
Filed under Build Mind Power
It's easy to forget that your brain is a physical organ.
And it has certain physical requirements that must be met, if it is to function well. If your brain doesn't get the water and food it needs, it will NOT operate efficiently.
Not only will you not be as smart as you could be, your memory and judgment will also suffer. The results can vary from mildly irritating to truly disastrous.
For example, your 3-pound brain uses as much as 25% of the water you consume. Scientific studies have clearly shown that only 10% dehydration can reduce your measurable intelligence as much as 50%.
One glass of water may stand between you and 50% of your potential brain power.
Your brain also has a great need for fuel, just like your muscles and your bones. Your brain's most basic food is glucose. If you eat a well-rounded diet not fast-food, chances are you're providing your brain with a good supply of its basic fuel.
BUT… if you suffer from chronic stress, most of that fuel is going elsewhere. Stress literally starves your brain, kills brain cells, and reduces your potential brain power.
The stress response releases a natural biochemical called cortisol. Cortisol grabs your brain's glucose then uses it to adapt your body to whatever is causing your stress it physically prepares your body to either fight or run.
That's why it's so hard to think clearly when you're stressed. Ever run in circles trying to find your car keys when you're in a big hurry?
Chronic stress, in turn, leads to the very real physical sensation of brain exhaustion.
Take the following steps to optimize your brain:
1. Make a commitment to eat properly. Provide your brain with a steady supply of healthy foods.
2. Drink adequate water: Coffee, tea and soda do NOT count. Eight glasses a day is truly the minimum. Remember, your brain needs 25% of that water just for itself.
3. Manage your stress: Find some way to take control of any chronic stress. Don't kid yourself about this. Stress KILLS brain cells. Take a break every hour or so, and let your brain do some recovery work.
4. Take good vitamins or brain supplements: There are many valuable natural brain supplements available today. Add one to your daily diet for a mental boost and faster recovery from mental and physical stress.
posted by Jill Ammon-Wexler
Amazing Success
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A 2-Day Change Your Life Strategy
November 2, 2009 by Quantum Publisher
Filed under Success Insights
You hear stories about people who are on the edge of a cliff, but suddenly turn their lives around.
How do they do they suddenly change their life?
We all know we can't expect success by doing the same things that have led us to the cliff's edge. This is basic. So we can assume at least one thing – something changed for these people.
If YOU are ready for a positive and empowering change in your life, here's a simple plan of action that will get you there with the least amount of struggle or pain…
First, select ONE lifew change goal you sincerely want to accomplish over the next 30 days.
Make it a SINGLE goal, not a collection. Write your goal right now on paper and include exactly what you want. Follow the below format in writing your goal:
If your goal is financial, it might go like this: "By the first day of December 2009 (specify the exact date), I will have in my possession an additional $5,000, (The exact amount) which will come to me between now and then in various amounts. In return for this, I will do whatever is necessary and appropriate in my business (describe your business, or the business you intend to create)."
Second, now spend at least 30 minutes creating a mental picture of having achieved your goal by December 1st. Remember… you are creating a picture you want your brain to clearly recognize and remember. So… close your eyes and make it as emotionally vivid and intense as possible. Use all of your senses (smell, sight, touch, hearing and taste) to create a mental picture.
Third, read aloud your goal and re-create your mental picture twice a day every day between now and December 1st. Commit to do this! Especially good times are the first thing when you wake in the morning, and a few minutes before bedtime. Give your mind a target, and it will do its best to hit it.
Next comes the part of success most people skip – translating your goal into IMMEDIATE action.
Most people's goals are actually nothing more than a wish or desire. Because of this, their goals are seldom achieved. If you REALLY want to achieve a goal you must take ACTION.
First… a 2-Day Challenge. Fold the piece of paper you wrote your goal on to divide it into two sides. On the left side list 5 things you can do to move toward your goal. On the right side write the exact time over the next two days you will take action on this item. Briefly describe exactly what that action will be.
Next, go to work on your first task. Get it done! Do not let procrastination take over.
Then, at the end of your 2-day challenge, spend an hour or two to plan your next 2-day challenge. The satisfaction you will feel from completing the first 2-day challenge will carry you into the second, and do on until you reach your goal.
Getting what you want is basically one successful 2-day challenge after another. So…why doesn't everybody do this? For every 100 people who read this article, only 1 or 2 will actually do it.
Why? Although almost everyone wants to succeed, only a few are truly willing to COMMIT to their goals.
- Are YOU ready to commit to YOUR goal?
- Are YOU ready to make some CHANGES to do so?
- Are YOU ready to truly TAKE ACTION?
If YOU are one of the few who is ready to go for it, here is one more tip:
Conduct a review of your current thoughts! You need to take charge of the internal messages your subconscious mind is broadcasting.
Failure to pay attention leaves your subconscious mind in control. Then your subconscious mind will simply continue to reinforce the same thoughts that created the reality you want to change
This takes no special abilities, intelligence or talent. No matter what your past or present situation, or how many times you might have failed to reach your goals, you CAN change things by simply paying attention to the thoughts streaming through your mind.
Give this strategy a try, and watch your reality shift! Change your thinking, and you change your life. Want to speed up the process by applying neuroscience insights? Break loose of your old limitations==>>Make a Change NOW!
posted by Jill Ammon-Wexler
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How Did A Hippy Become a Millionaire?
November 2, 2009 by Quantum Publisher
Filed under New Ideas, Upbeat Ideas
Can a hippy become a mega millionaire?
There's something very powerful we each create with our thoughts — our personal belief system. And our belief system then determines our ability to become successful in any life venture. Are some people just born powerful, focused and on-track to become successful millionaires? Not necessarily so!
Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple Computer, for example, had a very low personal belief system early on. He was adopted out at an early age, dropped out of college after only 6 months, and then slept on friends floors and turned in coke bottles to earn food money.
Job's first business venture was a terrible failure, but then he successfully founded Apple Computers working out of a friend's garage.
How? Steve Jobs told a Stanford graduating class that he suddenly had a vision, and could see Apples on every desk. This vision was so compelling and real that he began to change his life — he began to BECOME the successful person that owned such a business.
Almost overnight, Steve found himself doing things he had never dreamed of doing. Failure fell away from him because he had grabbed hold of a vision that literally transformed him and eventually made him a millionaire — one step at a time!.
You already know how this successful story ends. Steve Jobs BECAME successful by BECOMING the person his goal belonged to. Do YOU want want to BECOME the person your goal belongs to? — Is worth to find out how you can do this???
posted by Jill Ammon-Wexler
Amazing Success


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First off, this is the first I've heard of Gallant and I have to admit, I'm impressed with his vocals!
Secondly, TABLO IS HERE RAPPING IN ENGLISH! Yes, it's true. You have just been blessed. You're welcome! And if that wasn't enough, once Eric starts singing his verse, chills will run through your body!!!!
So prepare yourselves, cause the feels are about to get real!
P.S. It's been a while since I've posted anything, so let me know if I shouldn't tag you in my posts or if i should please!~


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On this special live Collider Movie Talk from the "Unmasked Studios" event curated by Brisk, Mark Ellis, Jon Schnepp, and Joelle Monique discuss the following:
- Their brief thoughts on Black Panther.
- The box office records the film was breaking on Thursday and Friday.
- The panel welcomes special guest Black Panther costume designer Ruth E. Carter to discuss what she learned during the process of making the movie.
- Carter discusses how much of her work is influenced by the designs featured in the Black Panther comic books.
- She also highlights how moved and honored she was to create costumes for such a unique and diverse group of female characters.
- Carter also shares memories of working with director Ryan Coogler and stars Michael B. Jordan and Chadwick Boseman, and if they influenced her designs.


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Customer Reviews
The quality was disappointing. The top of the zipper was sharp and scratches my neck when closed.
Love everything about this jacket- the style, fabric, great fit and the wonderful fleece lining!
Love this jacket so comfortable & great fit!
Great jacket. Tailored wrinkle free. Super for travel.
the size was way too large, but this has been perfect for travel. It doesn't wrinkle and looks nice!!
I have the regular Kenya Jacket and love it. When I saw this warmer version of the Kenya, I had to have it! I am very pleased with thie version, though it does vary from the original in a few ways. First, the cut is much more generous. I have the medium in the original Kenya jacket so ordered the same size in the fleece-lined version. It was much too boxy, so returned for the more tailored looking small size (I am 5'0", 120 lbs, smaller on top than on bottom). The zippers on the fleece-lined Kenya are not as substantial as the original and also the coat zips up on the opposite side than the original. The muted, darker zipper color on the fleeced-line Kenya works well for a colder weather coat. I have found this jacket to be quite versatile as I've worn to work in business casual setting and on a hike. The jacket is very stylish and it has kept me comfortable in temps ranging from high 30's to mid 50's. The cut is very flattering and I know I will wear this warmer Kenya coat constantly. My only wish for this jacket is an internal zipped pocket, but otherwise a near perfect coat. A great addition to my travel and everyday wardrobe.
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