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Technology in dentistry now offers attractive options in dental fillings for cavity restorations in dental care. Called composites, these new tooth-colored dental fillings are excellent choices for front teeth and other repairs that might be visible. Composites duplicate the natural appearance of a tooth in restoring decayed teeth or repairing a defect and giving you a more attractive mouth.
Dental fillings composites are made from a mixture of microscopic plastic and ceramic resin particles. Another type of tooth-colored dental fillings used in dental care are called a resin ionomer, which releases fluoride useful for preventing tooth decay.
The bonding process used in restoration provides strength to the tooth, making it more structurally sound. It also seals the tooth, decreasing the chance of sensitivity to hot and cold. Some composites made with materials releasing fluoride are ideal for treating root decay, a condition when gums recede, exposing tooth roots to more cavity-causing plaque. These fluoride-releasing materials also are useful dental fillings for decayed baby teeth.
Following removal of the decayed area, a mild acid solution is used to prepare the tooth's surface for bonding and dental fillings. A bonding agent is then brushed over the surface. Several layers of the composite are applied during the next dental care process. For a natural appearance, the dentist matches the color of the dental fillings composite to the tooth.
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In a five-year clinical study of dental care, some of the resin materials demonstrated 100% effectiveness for adhesion and retention. Like other types of dental fillings, they may require periodic replacement. While the material is very durable, they may not perform quite as long as silver fillings or amalgams for their resistance to the rigors of grinding and chewing.
Scheduling dental care on a regular basis is an important part of good oral hygiene. Your dentist will check your fillings each time to ensure their performance.
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Family dentists fill different roles for different family members: a children's dentist for the little ones, a braces dentist for teens, a restorative dentist for adults, a denture dentist for older people, even working as a wisdom teeth dentist or root canal dentist if the situation requires.
Dental hygiene and tooth cleaning are also an important part of any family dental practice. The dental hygienist will give your mouth a thorough cleaning twice a year, and then the dentist will perform an oral exam to look for any dental health problems, dental work that needs to be repaired, etc.
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Every rock star likes to think that he's a rebel, a true original whose outrageous music is too real and raw for the establishment squares.
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The 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack is an incredible machine, combining components from the SRT lineup into a Challenger R/T body while retaining a price in the R/T range, bringing SRT performance to the masses and creating what I believe to be not only the best bargain in the Dodge lineup – but also the best bargain in the modern muscle car segment.
The Hellcat cars have gotten the vast majority of media attention within the 2015 Dodge Challenger lineup, and with 707 horsepower paired with a price starting under $60k, it isn't hard to understand why. However, as much as we would all like to drive a 707 horsepower muscle car, the Hellcat is too much for many drivers, both in price and performance.
Fortunately, there is the SRT 392 Challenger, which packs 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, and this is among the most powerful naturally aspirated muscle cars on sale today. The "problem" with the SRT 392 Challenger is that due to the long list of standard features, this package starts up around $47,000.
Enter the 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack.
This muscular Mopar takes the 392 cubic inch Hemi V8 from the SRT 392 model and applies it to the more budget-friendly Challenger R/T options. While the Scat Pack doesn't feature the 15.4 inch Brembo front brakes or the adjustable suspension, it does pack the 485 horsepower 6.4L Hemi and a slightly smaller Brembo brake setup, a sport tuned Bilstein suspension package, and the fast-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission. It might not handle as well as the SRT 392, but the Scat Pack Challenger provides every bit as much high performance thrill as the far more costly SRT models.
My 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack test car was finished in the stunning Sublime Green and carried a base MSRP of $37,495. Options on the test car included the Scat Pack Appearance Group ($1,995), the 8-speed automatic transmission ($1,400), the Technology Group ($995), the Leather Interior Group ($1,500), the Driver Convenience Group ($495) and the premium UConnect navigation package ($695) which when added to the MSRP and $995 destination charge, gives my test car a price of $45,570.
Now, I imagine that many of you are saying "Wait a second…he said that the Scat Pack costs well below the SRT Challenger, but $45k is right in line with the SRT 392 model." You are right, as this is a fairly hefty price, but it should be noted that the SRT 392 Challenger with the exact same drivetrain starts at $47,390, and if you add in the available options of my test car to the SRT 392, the price is up around $50k.
I have to stress that very few of the options of my test car are required to get the most fun from the 2015 Challenger Scat Pack. The Technology Group, the Appearance Group, the Leather Interior Group, the Driver Convenience Group, and the high end UConnect system are all strong additions, but none of them improve performance, so if going fast is your key concern, you can get into a 2015 Scat Pack Challenger with the 8-speed automatic transmission for under $40,000 — if your only option is the transmission.
That's a 485 horsepower Challenger with the lightning quick 8-speed TorqueFlite, Brembo brakes, Bilstein suspension, Sport tuned steering, an active exhaust system, and more – for under $40,000. Unless you are a devout road racer, the Scat Pack Challenger is unquestionably the best bargain in the muscle car segment today.
The 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack in standard form could easily be mistaken for a Challenger R/T if you didn't see the badges. The key differences for the Scat Pack are the prominent chin spoiler, the larger duckbill style wing out back, and the unique 20 inch wheels. The Scat Pack has the same grille and hood design along with the same rear fascia design so it is easy to mistake a Scat Pack for a 5.7L Hemi-powered R/T if you didn't see the badges.
My test car was fitted with the Scat Pack Appearance Group package which added those stunning 20 inch wheels, the stripe around the rear end, the black fuel door, the blacked out grille and the HID headlamps so for $1,995, it is a nice package. However, you can get the wheels on their own for $1,000 so those who don't want the extra black trim, there is another place where you can cut costs from my test car. I love the black appearance group, so that is definitely one box that I would check during the ordering process.
Aside from the unique cues of the Scat Pack trim line, this Mopar muscle car sports the same handsome features as the rest of the 2015 lineup. This includes the 1971-inspired grille, the "power bulge" hood, the new twin LED taillights, and the big, brawny lines that really bolster the muscle car feel. The current Mustang and Camaro can be called pony cars or muscle cars, but there is no question that the Challenger is a muscle car through and through.
Really, the 2015 Challenger looks haven't changed much from 2014, but the new grille, the new taillights, and the features of the new Scat Pack trim line give this muscle car a refreshed look that I love.
While my 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack test car was equipped with an SRT-like interior leather package, cloth seats are standard, so those looking for big muscle on a tight budget can save $1,500 if they go without the leather wrapped, heated and cooled sport seats. However, these power control leather sport seats are beautiful. They have deep bolsters for lateral grip during hard cornering, but they are wide enough to very comfortably accommodate larger adults. Some sport seats in other cars will have the bolsters always pushing against your sides and hips, but these seats do not do that. They are as comfortable as they are good looking, so I consider them to be $1,500 well spent on the Scat Pack Challenger.
In terms of space, the Challenger is by far the most comfortable in the modern muscle car segment, and this is true regardless of the package chosen. The front seats have enough space to comfortably seat even very tall adults while the back seat is the only one in the segment that will actually seat two adults without mashing their heads into the roof or their knees into the front seats. If you need interior space for four people, the Challenger is the only real option in the segment, as it offers real space for four normal sized people.
The most exciting aspect of the 2015 Challenger Scat Pack interior is the standard 8.4" infotainment screen which not only offers access to the climate control, the navigation, and the sound system, but for the Scat Pack, the big touchscreen also contains the SRT Performance Page package, which includes a long list of gauges, a long list of timers and even a horsepower screen that shows the actual output of the Hemi at any given second.
This allows you to measure the performance of the quarter mile time, 8th mile time, braking distances, G forces and more. While this doesn't add any performance, it adds an extra element of fun for those who like to go fast and measure that speed. For the record, I was able to record a quarter mile time of 12.6...which is mighty impressive on the chilly local roads.
My 2015 Challenger R/T Scat Pack test car was loaded up inside, so the interior was nearly luxury level, but even when you strip down some of the gadgetry and the leather seats, you still have the high tech infotainment system with the performance gauges and the roomiest interior in the segment.
The 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack is powered by a 6.4 liter, 392 cubic inch Hemi that delivers 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, making this Challenger the most powerful muscle car in the market outside of the Hellcat Challenger, the $58,000 Camaro ZL1, and the $75,000 Camaro Z28.
My test car was mated to the new 8-speed automatic transmission, which is makes this model efficient enough to avoid gas guzzler taxes – with expected fuel economy figures of 15 mpg around town, 25 on the highway, and 18 combined. I observed better highway numbers than expected, but my average numbers fell a little short, with an average of 16.7 over the course of a week. The video below provides a great sound clip of the Scat Pack start and idling through the adaptive dual mode exhaust in its quiet setting.
While the Bilstein suspension and Brembo brakes make the Scat Pack Challenger a strong handling vehicle, all of that power does best to propel this big beast in a straight line. With the help of the lightning quick 8-speed automatic transmission set to Sport mode, the Challenger rips away from the line with as much urgency as any non-Hellcat muscle car on sale today. It pulls hard from a stop, it pulls hard in the midrange and it pulls hard on the top end so no matter how you are driving, putting the pedal to the floor at any second immediately sets you back in the seat and propels the Challenger well past any posted American speed limit in a big hurry.
Where the sport tuned suspension and steering work best is when you have the Challenger R/T Scat Pack blasting down the highway, as the Bilstein dampers allow this car a surprising amount stability even at very high speeds. You can hammer some tight turns as well, but those who are really that concerned about turning in tight quarters are better off paying the extra money for the Challenger SRT 392. However the Scat Pack suspension does a great job of balancing ride quality with cornering abilities so while this setup is appropriately stiff, you can comfortably daily drive the Scat Pack and enjoy every single second of the drive.
The past Hemi Challenger models with an automatic transmission (a Mercedes five-speed) have been criticized for the transmission being less than spirited in its shifts, but this new 8-speed TorqueFlite is proof that Chrysler can program an automatic transmission that will shift as quickly as any tradition fluid driven auto in America. In normal driving mode, it shifts quickly and smoothly, but when set to Sport mode, it bangs from gear to gear as quickly and as positively as any self-shifting transmission I've driven.
Listen to the video below, showing the Scat Pack blasting from a stop up to 60 miles per hour in the 4 second range and pay special attention to how quickly it rips from gear to gear. Also, this video shows how the Launch Control works, allowing me to move out in a big hurry while the computer works to get the best traction with all of that power.
Finally, this video allows you to hear the Scat Pack Hemi roar through the active exhaust at its full volume and there is no question that this exhaust system sounds great at idle – but it sounds even better when the exhaust automatically opens up and clears its throat. I love the exhaust note, and it seems that everyone else does too, based on the comments I received while driving this beautiful beast.
For the price, you simply won't find a car on the market that offers as much pure American muscle as the 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack, so if you want to dominate the quarter mile and most of the stoplight sprints in your home town in the same car that you drive to work every day, there are few cars for under $40,000 sold in the US that will compete with the new Scat Pack Challenger. Not only does it offer the look of a proper muscle car, it packs SRT power into a surprisingly affordable package. If I were looking to buy a new daily driver muscle car today, there is nothing on the market that I would consider ahead of the 2015 Challenger R/T Scat Pack.
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Predictive value of positron emission tomography for the prognosis of molecularly targeted therapy in solid tumors
Authors Xie X, Chen H, Yang H, Lin H, Zhou S, Shen R, Lu C, Ling L, Lin W, Liao Z
Received 23 June 2018
Accepted for publication 7 November 2018
Published 7 December 2018 Volume 2018:11 Pages 8885—8899
DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/OTT.S178076
Checked for plagiarism Yes
Review by Single-blind
Peer reviewer comments 2
Editor who approved publication: Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Pietersz
Xianhe Xie,1,* Huijuan Chen,1,* Haitao Yang,1 Heng Lin,2 Sijing Zhou,1 Ruifen Shen,1 Cuiping Lu,3 Liting Ling,1 Wanzun Lin,1 Ziyuan Liao1
1Department of Chemotherapy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, People's Republic of China; 2Department of Oncology, Fuzhou Pulmonary Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian, People's Republic of China; 3Department of Medical Oncology, Longyan First Hospital Affiliated to Fujian Medical University, Longyan, Fujian, People's Republic of China
*These authors contributed equally to this work
Objective: This study aimed at comprehensively exploring the value applying positron emission tomography (PET) to predict the effect of molecularly targeted therapy in solid tumors.
Materials and methods: A systematic search was performed for potentially relevant studies from the time of inception to February 2017. The primary endpoints were progression-free survival (PFS), overall survival (OS), and time to progression (TTP). The results were analyzed by Review Manager version 5.3 (RevMan 5.3) statistical software. Subgroup analyses were implemented based on the type of molecularly targeted agents (monoclonal antibodies arm and small molecular targeted agents arm), mechanism (erlotinib/gefitinib arm and bevacizumab arm), radioactive tracers, type of tumor, and reevaluated PET timing.
Results: Twenty-six studies incorporating 865 individuals were eligible. Compared with PET nonresponse group, PET response group displayed a decrease in maximal standard uptake value (SUVmax), which was associated with a significantly prolonged PFS (HR =0.41, 95% CI [0.29, 0.59]; P<0.00001), OS (HR =0.52, 95% CI [0.40, 0.67]; P<0.00001), and TTP (HR =0.30, 95% CI [0.14, 0.66]; P=0.003). Similar results were obtained in the subgroup analyses of PFS in erlotinib/gefitinib arm and small molecular targeted agents arm; and OS in lung cancer arm, erlotinib/gefitinib arm, bevacizumab arm, small molecular targeted agents arm, monoclonal antibodies arm, 18F-fluorodeoxythymidine (18F-FLT) arm, 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (18F-FDG) arm, and early PET timing arm.
Conclusion: Our study demonstrated that PET was a favorable approach to predict the prognosis of molecularly targeted therapy for solid tumors. PET assessment within 2 weeks could be useful to predict clinical outcome.
Keywords: positron emission tomography, PET, molecularly targeted therapy, monoclonal antibody, malignancy, solid tumor
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Cuban Women Face Challenges of Self-Employment
The economic reforms in Cuba have different impacts on men
and women.
By Ivet González
Inter Press Service
September 3, 2012
HAVANA, Sep 3 2012 (IPS) - Beatriz Lemes took her time
deciding, and finally agreed "apprehensively" to take the job
of heading a state-run company that is making the transition
to financial autonomy, a system that is spreading throughout
Cuba and is testing women's capacities, among other things.
"Self-financing can work, but there is a need to change
people's mentality. They need to feel like their work belongs
to them," said Lemes, who is deputy economic director of the
Territorial Station of Agricultural Engineering in the
provinces of Mayabeque and Artemisa, both of which adjoin
Now, with "more responsibilities, demands and stress," this
accountant with 30 years' experience expects new challenges
for her staff when their company stops receiving state funds
in early 2013. "My workers are highly trained, but for those
of us who are women, it is harder because of the domestic
burden," she told IPS.
The sweeping economic reforms that began to be introduced in
Cuba in 2007 are having different effects on men and women.
While the measures adopted are not discriminatory on the
basis of gender, they do not necessarily present
opportunities for women, according to researchers Dayma
Echevarría and Teresa Lara.
For more than 50 years, the bulk of Cuba's labour force was
employed by the state. The changes ushered in by the
government of Raúl Castro include redefining policies for
social assistance and the role of the state, which formerly
guaranteed full employment and a basic wage.
The National Office of Statistics and Information (ONEI)
reported 2,514 workplaces as state-financed in 2010, out of a
total of 11,857 economic entities in the country. The state-
financed figure dropped the following year, when only 2,455
of 10,963 entities received public funds. Also, several state
companies are involved in experiments in increased autonomy.
Lemes, who is 49 and divorced with two adult daughters, said
that one of her conditions for accepting the job of deputy
director was "not to have anyone in charge of me." She noted
that "sometimes I have to stay after hours and I have to
demand more of my staff. Now I am the one responsible if we
have losses."
Working overtime and making oneself available at all hours
are behaviours that are "costly for women, given that the
roles of caregiver and administrator at home and in the
family continue to fall on them," says an article about the
impact of reforms on women written by Echevarría and Lara.
However, Cuban women with paid work have higher educational
levels than men, the researchers noted. In late March of
2011, women accounted for 63 percent of technical personnel
and professionals. Their high skill levels could pave the way
to greater economic independence.
Although she had envisioned long days sitting in a
laboratory, biochemist Lissy Rosabal, 26, pulls on her tall
rubber boots several days a week to go into the countryside.
"My work involves being there to evaluate and monitor
experiments in Cuba's intense climate. But it has its
gratifications," she told IPS.
"Farmers, men and women, learn from me and get better yields.
At the same time, I learn from them and obtain scientific
results," said Rosabal, who works in research at the state-
run National Institute of Agricultural Sciences in Mayabeque.
Her profession has a future because agriculture is a key
sector in the economic reforms. Part of her income depends on
her own efforts to come up with ideas for research projects
and obtain financing, she said.
"I've had to learn about economic management. We do
everything from the scientific conception of a project to the
preparation of invoices for buying the supplies requested,"
she said.
Specialists at the institute, which is state-financed, submit
their research proposals to apply for funds and national and
international scholarships, which provide income in addition
to their wages. "I have not felt at risk of being unemployed.
However, this year it has been difficult to get projects,
because the number of calls for proposals was reduced," she
In addition, authorities are opening up more spaces to
private enterprise. For instance, in 2009, barbershops and
hairdressing salons began to be leased to workers.
The list of authorised self-employment activities grew to 178
in 2010, and self-employed individuals may now rent small
establishments for food and beverage services.
The goal is to increase the number of private sector workers
this year by 240,000.
But women continue to be a minority in this sector, which
enjoys broad financial autonomy. As of September 2011, women
represented just 12.5 percent of 229,205 people involved in
private enterprise, according to the most recent statistics
broken down by gender.
In their article, Echevarría and Lara said that "there is
differentiated access for productive assets, such as land,
housing and capital," with women at a disadvantage.
"Considering the educational levels achieved by women, it may
be that these activities are not very attractive to them,"
the article said.
Authorised private work comprises basic and traditional
activities such as food preparation and sale, the production
of artisan goods, passenger and freight transport, repair and
maintenance of equipment and others involving a predominance
of what experts describe as traditionally masculine
After more than a decade of making purses, leatherworker
Hilda Zulueta took advantage of the expansion of private work
and joined the list of 371,000 people who were officially
self-employed as of February 2012. Her brand of handmade
leather purses, Zulu, could take off when her idea for a
workshop-boutique comes to fruition.
With the economic crisis that began in the early 1990s and is
still affecting Cuba, Zulueta, a math teacher, and her family
began gathering scraps of leather that were discarded by the
shoe factory in her Havana neighbourhood, Alamar.
She began in 1992 "with what I had at home and a lot of
imagination," she told IPS. Little by little, she gained
experience and acquired "all of the necessary tools," and she
met a tanner who "does wonderful work."
"I did not need start-up capital, something that is now
essential, and I did not leave my job as a teacher," said
Zulueta, who is now 61 and retired, and who says her
daughters and granddaughters will take over her business.
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PHYTOSANITARY TREATMENTS FOR REGULATED PESTS Overview Steward: Narcy Klag
Scope of the standard Method to submit and evaluate phytosanitary treatments International approval of these treatments to be used by NPPOs Efficacy of treatment is stated No obligation is created
Value of Approving Treatments Provide a compilation of appropriate post-harvest treatments for phytosanitary use Harmonize the use of treatments Means of cataloguing alternatives for methyl bromide treatments
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For young couples the purchase of a new home is quite common. One can either opt to rent a new apartment or one can take a leap and opt for purchase of a house. If you are planning to buy a new home it is inevitable that you have to procure a loan for it due to the sky high prices of property in today's age. Home loan provider India however look into various criteria before sanctioning a home loan as they do not want to go in to debt due to incapability of the borrower to repayment the amount especially young couples. One should thereby carefully look into the eligibility criteria before going to the lender. There are various joint home loans that are available for couples.
Financial Stability and Income is one of the major parameters for home loan eligibility on the basis of which the loan agrees to disburse the applied loan amount. A financially stable individual with high steady income is unquestionably preferred over a person with no job security.
Higher is your income more is the loan amount that can be disbursed to you by the bank. Also if such an individual agrees to pay higher EMI then the amount to be paid as interest also reduces. Thus young couples should first look into their income before jumping into any decision.
The age of the borrower has big role to play too. A person applying for a home loan must be of a minimum age of 24. Individuals belonging to the age group of 30-50 are most suitable for getting a home loan as it assures the lender that the loan is paid before the age of retirement. Thus is the borrowers are too young one is always at a risk of denial sanctioning of loan. The couple applying for the loan must have a clean credit history that is, he/she does not have any default on any of the previous loans that were taken by them then their eligibility for getting a home loan is much higher in the eyes of the bank. Any negative remark on their credit sheet reduces their chances of loan procurement.
Assets like cars, jewellery, saving accounts are seen by the bank as items whose possession assures them that they could regain the lent amount in case the borrower fails to repay the loan amount. Possession of these collaterals thus increases the chances of the individual to get his/her loan sanctioned. In case of failure to repay the loan amount the borrower can sell off the collateral themselves and make the payment to the bank or the bank itself can take possession of the collaterals to regain the lent amount. If the couple applying for the loan is currently making repayments of some other loans that they have procured it reduces their chances of getting a new loan even if they have a clean credit history. Thus young couple should keep in mind any outstanding loan dues (if any) before procuring a home loan.
Young couples can easily rush into a decision but they should make sure that they compare any necessary information like housing loan interest rates, EMI amount, pre-payment charges, stamp duty and others before making a decision. A proper market evaluation is thus necessary.


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Stickman Legends: Shadow War Mod Apk is an Action game for android
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Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Provides a quality experience to children and families focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
Seasonal Full Time.
- Supervise a group of children
- Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values
- Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards
- Attends staff meetings and trainings
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
- Maintains positive relations with families and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions
- Performs other duties as assigned
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader)
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.
Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
- High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred
- Previous experience working with children preferable in a day camp and/or school age childcare setting
- Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, field trips, educational experiences, STEM, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.
- At least 18 years of age (the age minimum may be higher depending on state law and YMCA policies)
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training
- Previous experience with diverse populations preferred
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time, to talk and hear, to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, to climb or balance, to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, occasional bending or squatting. The incumbent is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Also required is frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the telephone. More than 90% of time is spent indoors. The condition of the air is normal/average air conditioned/ventilated. The noise level is normal to loud within an active YMCA program environment. Must have passed a physical examination conducted within the past 12 months prior to beginning work.


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Review by Derrick Carter
Running Time: 2 hours 36 minutes
MPAA Rating: R for Strong Frontier Combat and Violence including Gory Images, a Sexual Assault, Language and brief Nudity
Directed by: Alejandro G. Inarritu
Written by: Mark L. Smith & Alejandro G. Inarritu
(based on the novel THE REVENANT by Michael Punke)
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, Will Poulter & Forrest Goodluck
Just give Leo the Academy Award already! After so many nominations and disappearing into various characters for the past decade (some of them based on real people), the once-pretty-boy-turned-serious-performer has shown on numerous occasions that he's one of the most talented actors of our time. Case in the point, THE REVENANT. Directed by Alejandro G. Inarritu (the guy who won some awards for BIRDMAN), REVENANT is the based on the true story of fur-trapper Hugh Glass. Though details have obviously been added and excised from Glass's life to make for a more exciting and poetic story, THE REVENANT is a brutal work of beauty and vengeance. There's so much to praise about this film that I'll briefly jump into the plot and then tell you why I feel this movie is amazing.
In 1823 Louisiana territory, Hugh Glass and his fellow fur trappers have been ambushed by a violent tribe of Ree Indians. In an effort to stay alive as long as possible, the group trek out on foot through dangerous mountain terrain. Among the group, tensions rise between Glass and fellow trapper Fitzgerald over Glass's son (who's of Native American descent). After Glass is ferociously attacked by a bear, Fitzgerald leaves him for dead and kills Glass's son to cover up his deed. This was bad move for Fitzgerald because Glass is not dead and becomes driven by revenge to stay alive. Braving the harsh elements, wild life, sinister fellow travelers and more, Hugh Glass slowly but surely makes his way across a long perilous journey to find Fitzgerald.
Utilizing the same cinematographer from BIRDMAN, REVENANT does not have the appearance of being one long continuous take. This being said, there are lots of lengthy tracking shots throughout the film. I simply could not tell where any editing had been made in spots (or how the hell they pulled some of these scenes off). The camera is constantly moving, but never to a degree that resembles shaky cam. In a ballsy move, blood, snow, and breath occasionally make their way onto the lens to give us a more intimate feeling of realism in what we're watching. Inarritu is a stylistic genius, but there was a streak of astounding madness that also made its way into the film.
In an effort to keep things as real as possible, the film was mostly (if not entirely) shot in real light and it looks absolutely stunning. The wild, thickly wooded, and snow-laden locations are beautiful to behold in an otherwise bleaker-than-bleak tale of revenge. Apparently, shooting this film was a hellish experience for the cast and crew. I'd believe it because they all look like they're halfway ready to freeze to death or faint from exhaustion in numerous shots. Leo especially goes above and beyond the call of duty in performing a lot of real feats on camera (eating raw bison liver, nearly getting hypothermia in a freezing river, etc.) to bring a convincing performance to the screen. It all works, because he disappears into the role of Glass. Not once, during this entire film, did I ever believe I was merely watching another performance from Leo. Instead, it felt like I was watching a real person braving harrowing conditions and a horrible streak of bad luck in order to survive. DiCaprio is that convincing.
Leo isn't the only stellar performance as Tom Hardy is nowhere to be seen. Instead, we get this rough, vicious, and thoroughly hateable Fitzgerald in his stead. Using a thick accent and intimidating body language, Hardy is unrecognizable. His scenes contrasted with DiCaprio's survival sequences make for an exciting journey as we know that both men will eventually meet again and the results will be far from pleasant. Domhnall Gleeson (continuing a stellar track record for 2015) also pops up as the well-to-do hunting captain of the party, while young Will Poulter delivers the best performance of his career thus far as Jim Bridger (the naïve trapper left to guard Glass with Fitzgerald).
It should be no surprise at all to say that THE REVENANT is a brutal and bleak story. The bear attack is incredibly tense and had everyone in the audience squirming in their seats. The long sequences in which Glass narrowly escapes from Ree arrows as well as bullets from French trappers are insanely suspenseful and masterfully executed. A fight scene in the final third is among one of the roughest (in a good way) and most cringe-inducing that I've seen on film. I was actively wincing when an axe or knife got plunged into one the men going at it. For all of its brutality, the film is incredibly beautiful as well. These moments come through artsy dream sequences showing Glass reconciling with his lost son and dead wife, but the quiet stretches of the film are profound as well. THE REVENANT is a movie that says more through its dialogue-free scenes than most films say with all the words in the world. A fierce, unforgiving, and masterfully crafted triumph, THE REVENANT is one of the best modern Westerns in existence.


text: This trip is a dream come true but it seems that the first out of the country trip with my family turnout to be little bit struggle because this week is the same week, when Lolo was confined in the hospital for almost 2 weeks and the day before our flight (which was scheduled 8 months ahead) he passed away. I'm really confused if we will still go or we will just stay. I have to make a decision, a right decision. After praying, we choose to go, we realized that our presence during the wake will not make any difference for lolo, though our relatives and friends may raised their eyebrows, I don't care, they will forget about it after some time anyways. Besides, I've been there for lolo, even visit him every day when he was confined in San Pedro Doctors Hospital, that what matters most! We enjoyed the trip, but our heart is still crying for the lost of a loved one, so we decided to re-booked our flight 1 day earlier to say goodbye to lolo.


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I Sam. 1:1-2:11
One of God's purposes for placing women on the earth was to bear children. Women who were unable to perform that high calling were often unhappy and even scorned by their peers. Such was the case of Hannah, one of the two wives of Elkanah of the tribe of Levi. His other wife, Peninnah scoffed and ridiculed Hannah because of her barrenness.
During their annual trip to the tabernacle at Shiloh to worship and sacrifice to God, Hannah was especially sorrowful. She prayed to the Lord that if He would send her a son, she would give him to the Lord, "all the days of his life, and no razor shall come upon his head." That was the same Nazirite vow that had been made for Samson many years earlier.
The priest, Eli speaking for God informed Hannah that He would grant her petition. Soon after that occasion, the future judge and prophet, Samuel was born. Hannah fulfilled her promise after the child had been weaned and took Samuel to Eli to begin his life of ministry to the Lord. He was probably two or three years old at the time.


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IRA Charitable Rollover
If you have assets in an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), there may be a tax-strategy to make gifts from these assets rather than from your bank account. If you are 70 1/2 or older the government requires you to take a minimum distribution from your IRA, regardless if you have sufficient income from other sources. The IRA Charitable Rollover allows you to direct $100,000 of your required minimum distribution directly to the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. The amount of the gift will not be included as taxable income to you, yet satisfies your annual required minimum distribution and provides support to a favorite non-profit like MMoCA.
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Let's be honest. Time is a valuable asset to everyone. It can be hard navigating the web looking to find good advice for investing your money. The good news is that compiled in this article are 10 blogs you need to check out regarding finance.
1. ValueWalk
This blog is great because it offers breaking financial news, usually on things like hedge funds and value investing. One great feat about this site is that it is free and offers quality content to value investors. Even senior level executives find this blog helpful!
2. The Reformed Broker
Back in 2008, Josh Brown started this blog out of New York City. At the time, he was a financial advisor and CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management. This blog covers everything from economics to investing, culture to finance, and everything in between. Brown's wonderful usage of literary devices makes this blog enjoyable to read.
3. SumZero
This blog is great because it is community-based. The site provides quality investment research from some of the best hedge fund managers and investors in the game. This site is not only network enriching for its members but also career enhancing.
4. Base Hit Investing
This blog was started by John Huber, a portfolio manager at the value-focused investment firm Saber Capital Management, LLC. Saber really tries to show how he makes long-term bets on things that are undervalued. Some of the topics that he covers frequently on his site include case studies, how to improve results, industry-oil, industry-banks, industry-insurance, industry-railroads, education, and investment ideas and company research.
5. Zero Hedge
When creating their blog, the host made it very clear what their mission was. It is to widen people eyes when it comes to financial, economic, and political information, to examine several works of financial journalism to see if it's quality and to liberate oppressed knowledge in the financial industry. One great thing about this blog is it has a newsletter. Members can subscribe to this while getting daily alerts.
6. Contrarian Edge
This blog was created by former analyst and portfolio manager Vitaliy Katsenelson. He is now the CEO of Investment Management Associates. Throughout his blog, he covers topics such as crypto, capitalism, and behavioral investing.
7. The Brooklyn Investor
In this blog, the author is unknown. However, he does indeed go over his past by describing his career on Wall Street. He likes Warren Buffett's investment style and likes to go over blue-chip stocks
8. Memos of Howard Marks
Howard Marks is the CFA and Co-Chairman of Oaktree Capital Managment, a global alternative investment management firm focusing on credit. In the blog, Marks covers things like index investing, macro-fragility, and algorithmic investing.
9. Berkshire Hathaway Reports
Warren Buffett is the king of long-term investing. These reports are coming from his company so I hope they would be worth reading.
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Intelligent investors gather in this community of ideas and startups. It is like value investing but with a twist to it that many people like.
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New Work in Progress "Mermaid"
New Mermaid
Life size Mermaid Painting
Siren Good n Evil
one from the sea
The Sirens sang songs to sea travelers to lure them to their deaths.
Their songs were enchanting and would make sailors forget their sense of direction.
The sailors would steer straight toward the island and
crash into the rocks that surrounded it.
She is made from polymer clay
Everybody has good and evil within them"
I Sculpted Good-n-Evil from polymer clay
SpOOky Dreams my Friends... ~adele~
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Pelvic organ prolapse is a functional problem that occurs when a pelvic organ-such as your bladder-drops (prolapses) from its normal place in your lower belly and pushes against the walls of your vagina. It is often felt as an annoying protrusion (bulge) at or near the vaginal opening, which may or may not be accompanied by perineal pressure (pressure between your vagina and anus) This can happen when the muscles that hold your pelvic organs in place get weak or stretched from things like childbirth, chronic constipation, chronic cough or surgery.
If you are experiencing ongoing lower back or hip pain, that has not resolved with other conventional treatments, it could be attributed to pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. Studies have shown that pelvic floor dysfunction and respiratory dysfunction are the two leading contributors to chronic low back pain.
When muscles within the pelvic floor fail to relax appropriately this lack of coordination can interferes with moving your bowels, causing functional bowel constipation. Chronic constipation is frequently a cause of damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligamentous support. It can cause stretching of the pudendal nerve due to prolonged and repetitive straining (leading to pelvic floor weakness secondary to nerve damage) and also exerts more pressure on the bladder and urethra which may cause increased urinary frequency or retention.
During the initial assessment and treatment, internal and external techniques are used to properly assess and treat the pelvic floor, and associated issues.
Pelvic pain and incontinence can be treated with a non-invasive pelvic floor physio treatment.
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"Of Betrayal", a brand new song from the Finnish symphonic folk metal band KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI, can be streamed on the group's MySpace page. The track comes off KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI's second album, "Betrayal, Justice, Revenge", which is scheduled for release on April 26 via Century Media Records. The CD's first pressing will be a very special edition featuring "awesome" packaging and two bonus tracks. According to the label, the group is "ready to surprise [the listeners] with [its] most diverse and mature album to date."
"Betrayal, Justice, Revenge" track listing:
01. Lament For The Fallen
02. Aesis Lilim
03. Seawitch And The Sorcerer
04. The Visitor
05. Manalan Vartija
06. Tuoppein'nostelulaulu
07. Chant Of The Winged One
08. Of Betrayal
09. Desolation: White Wolf
Bonus tracks (special edition):
10. Veljet
11. Where Hope And Daylight Die
A detailed track-by-track breakdown of the story behind the new album can be found at this location.
Formed in 2002 in Kouvola, Finland by brothers Joni (growls, guitar) and Antti Koskinen (keyboards, backing vocals), KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI previously recorded three demos — "Kristallivuoren Maa" (2002), "Taival" (2004) and "The New Chapter" (2007) — one EP called "Mustan Valtikan Aika" (2006), and a full-length album, "Shadowheart" (2008).
In 2009 the band toured the U.S. for the first time as part of the Heathenfest America with ELUVEITIE, BELPHEGOR, ALESTORM and VREID.
KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI is:
Leeni-Maria Hovila - Vocals
Joni Koskinen - Growls, Guitar
Antti Rinkinen - Lead Guitar
Antti Koskinen - Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Simo Lehtonen - Bass, Backing Vocals
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90-year-old Saanich woman recognizes vitamin scam, calls police
Published Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:38PM PST Last Updated Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:57PM PST
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VANCOUVER -- Police on Vancouver Island are warning the public about a new variation on a phone scam after a 90-year-old woman reported being targeted.
According to a news release from Saanich police, the woman received a call from a number with a 289 area code, which police later traced back to Hamilton, Ont.
The man on the phone had a "very strong accent" and claimed to be from a regional health authority, police said.
The caller said he had been tasked with "talking to seniors in the community about vitamin pills and the many benefits of vitamins," according to police. He then recommended that the woman purchase "some natural vitamin B products."
Police said the potential victim suspected the call was likely a scam, and replied to the recommendation by asking, "aren't all vitamins natural?" At that point, the scammer hung up.
The woman then called Saanich police to report the suspected scam, and police confirmed with Island Health that it does not contact people to sell products over the phone.
Anyone who experiences an attempted scam or fraud is encouraged to report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre by calling 888-495-8501, police said.


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Aegean Airlines S.A., established 1999, is the flag carrier of Greece and the largest Greek airline.
Aegean Airlines is a Star Alliance member since June 2010, it operates scheduled and charter services to major Greek destinations as well as to a number of European and Middle Eastern destinations. Aegean Airlines main hubs are Athens International Airport in Athens, Thessaloniki International Airport in Thessaloniki and Larnaca International Airport in Cyprus. It also uses other Greek airports as bases, some of which are seasonal.
Aegean Airlines is a full service airline and known from its excellent service. Airline has been voted by the customers "best regional airline" 9 years in a row on Skytrax ranking.
Aegean Airlines has a direct flight between Helsinki and Athens twice a week.
During summer season (end of March until end of October) flights are operated on Mondays and Fridays.
During winter season (end of October until end of March) flights are operated on Tuesdays and Fridays
Between 18 Jan and 02 March 2020, there are no direct flights between Helsinki and Athens
Frequent-flyer program
Miles+Bonus is the frequent flyer program of Aegean Airlines and its subsidiary, Olympic Air. It is a rebranding of Miles&Bonus, the former frequent flyer program of Aegean as well as a replacement for Olympic Air's Travelair Club. Miles+Bonus has three tiers: Blue, Silver and Gold.
IATA designator A3 – 390


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I'm not teaching this Summer, but as of yet no temp work has come through. This week I made bread pudding from a pack of badly freezer burned hot dog buns and some eggs LB brought back from a Civil War event in late spring. Things are getting tight.
Fortunately, since my stash--both fabric and yarn--is so massive, I have been able to keep busy without spending too much or even any additional money. .
I made a cotton shortgown for some eighteenth-century events as my only other one was wool. I also made a new linen petticoat (the red one). I did spend some money on the hat, but I bought an untrimmed one and can decorate it myself if I like.
I also finally finished the linen stays I'd been working on for ages, literally years. The project is old enough that the sociopath helped me with the fitting, back when my Civil War friends and I didn't know better than to try to nurture her. Ah well.
I've also made two dog crate covers. The first one was designed to shield the tiny little dog from visual stimulation at a lure coursing event. Since he could still hear the motor and barked like crazy, the cover represents a lot of effort for nothing. He had to wait out in the parking lot away from the sights and sounds of the course anyway. Still, I'm glad to have it. The print fabric was given to me by a friend and has already appeared as a quilt backing. In fact, as two quilt backings.
The second crate cover was for a costumed Meet the Breed event with a medieval theme. The table is covered with some Mardi Gras brocade fabric I am hoarding, and the dark purple fabric was something I'd bought for Mardi Gras costuming. Ditto the gold, although it's also served nicely as my Oscars party tablecloth for at least three years. Add a few bits of purple ribbon and some safety pins and you get one fancy-pants crate cover. I take zero credit for the dress, as it's my wedding dress, and my mother made it about eight years ago. For the headpiece, however, I looked at some images of Ann Boleyn, took a few more scraps of purple satin, a strand of Mardi Gras beads, some more purple ribbon, and voila.
And in the just-because-I'm-incredibly-bored category, I've also made two tote bags out of chicken feed bags, using this technique with a few modifications of my own. I don't even need tote bags.
If I still have no job, I'm planning on making LB a vulgar, loud, obnoxious banyan
plus a silk mantle (probably the Grecian casaque) for me
I'm also planning on boosting my sewing skills by trying to recreate some of my favorite vintage clothes by using this technique.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Summer Work
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Fun post - love the pics (you w/cow, you as AB w/dog).
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Elusive Protein Protects Malaria Parasite From Heme
June 15, 2019
Researchers at the Virginia Bioinformatics Institute (VBI) at Virginia Tech have identified Heme Detoxification Protein (HDP), a unique protein
encoded in the malaria genome that represents a potential target for developing new malaria drugs. The team has also demonstrated that HDP plays a
major role in protecting Plasmodium as the pathogen pursues infection of its host. The findings were published April 25th in the open-access journal
PLoS Pathogens.
Worldwide, the annual death toll of malaria exceeds 1 million, and children under the age of five are its major victims. The Plasmodium parasite that causes malaria in humans is transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes. Once inside the human body, the parasite initially develops in the liver and subsequently, upon release, infects red blood cells.
After infecting host red blood cells, a rapid growth ensues, supported by the parasite's consumption of hemoglobin, the oxygen-transporting protein that constitutes a massive 90% of the total protein present inside each red blood cell. Destruction on this scale releases large quantities of heme, the prosthetic group responsible for oxygen transport in hemoglobin. Free heme is extremely damaging and to protect itself from this toxic onslaught, the parasite utilizes a novel mechanism where it rapidly converts heme into a crystalline material known as hemozoin.
Dr. Dharmendar Rathore, leader of the team that also included researchers at Washington University School of Medicine, the US National Institutes of Health, and the US Food and Drug Administration, said: "We discovered HDP as part of a functional genomics initiative that is focused on the identification of malaria proteins involved in disease pathology. It appears that HDP has a number of striking features that make it a promising candidate as a drug target. HDP is not only capable of rapidly converting heme into its non-toxic counterpart hemozoin, but it is highly conserved in all the species of the parasite and also appears to be critical for its survival. The beauty of this discovery is that, while HDP has robust interactions with heme, it lacks homology to any of the known heme-binding proteins and has therefore eluded detection during previous attempts by several groups to identify parasite factors responsible for hemozoin formation."
The conversion of heme into hemozoin is regarded as one of the weakest links in the life cycle of the Plasmodium parasite. For example, chloroquine, the most widely used malaria drug, works by interacting with heme and preventing its detoxification into hemozoin. However, drugs are not yet available that target any of the parasite-specific molecules involved in this process.
Dr. Rana Nagarkatti, a co-author, said: "The identification of new drug targets is an essential step in the development of next-generation drugs for treating malaria. Drugs that specifically interact with HDP and inhibit its detoxification activities could potentially have drastic effects on the viability of the malaria parasite."
Dr. Rathore added: "We have recently undertaken a high-throughput screening of chemical libraries to identify compounds that can inhibit the activity of HDP. Several lead compounds were identified and have been characterized in our laboratory at VBI and subsequently validated at the Swiss Tropical Institute in Basel, Switzerland. We see considerable potential in developing these lead compounds into new drugs that can act by blocking the function of HDP in the parasite."
HDP - A Novel Heme Detoxification Protein from the Malaria Parasite
Jani D, Nagarkatti R, Beatty W, Angel R, Slebodnick C, et al. (2008)
PLoS Pathog 4(4): e1000053. doi:10.1371/journal.ppat.1000053
Click here to view article online.
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Today I had to take my car for an oil change, my car basically told me if I don't take it for an oil change, it is basically not going to take me to anywhere tomorrow. So, off to Walmart I went, I actually arrived 20 minutes to Tire & Lube close time but the guy checking in people had already checked out and was taking his time. Someone else had to come and check me in. I went into Walmart and a few minutes later I went to check on my car and was told that my keys and paper work were taken to Customer Service. That is when all the fun began. The girl in customer service had no idea what I was talking about. Her supervisor came by and gave her my paper work, after scanning several bar codes, she told me that my oil change would $107. I just started laughing, it was too funny, (all I ever wanted was a basic $30 oil change) meanwhile, the people on the line waiting to return their stuff had began complaining how slow Walmart is etc etc. The supervisor came by again and took the paper work and scanned it and the price came down to the correct price. I guess next time I am not waiting for Sunday to take my car for an oil change…I wish I knew a reasonably priced place to take my car for an oil change. any suggestions?
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Cry Out with Joy is a stunning and practical resource containing all of the sung elements of the Liturgy of the Word from five of today's foremost composers of liturgical music. David Haas, Sr. Kathleen Harmon SNDdeN, Stephen Pishner, Paul Tate, and Lori True have created a distinctive collection of the complete Lectionary psalms (using the Revised Grail Psalms texts), gospel acclamations, and universal prayer responses in a variety of contemporary styles for the three-year Lectionary cycle including solemnities, feasts, and other ritual occasions. Text and tone are superbly reflected in each uplifting setting. This robust resource is both spiritual and catechetical. In addition to providing accessible musical settings, Cry Out with Joy also offers tools to cultivate the formation, education, and spiritual enrichment of the cantor. Seasonal commentaries, prayers for the cantor, and psalm commentaries along with reflections on the singing of each element of the Liturgy of the Word grant insight and a depth of knowledge that can prepare the cantor to "lead the assembly … to a paschal mystery encounter with Christ." Recordings for each of the volumes close the circle, making Cry Out with Joy an incredibly well-rounded, accessible, and musical resource for the complete Lectionary Psalms and much more.


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Have YOU registered yet? Classes are starting back in less than one week. Monday January 12th is coming fast and you don't want to miss out. We will be offering TWO classes for our babies group including a morning class from 11:00-12:00, this class only has two more spots available and an afternoon class that will be from 1:00-2:00. I will be extending our FRIENDS promotion for the remainder of the week. Register before this Friday for a babies class with a friend and you will BOTH save 15% off your class fee by mentioning promo code BABYFRIENDS15 when you register. This promo brings the cost of your class down to just $49.30 for 6 weeks of classes


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Hearts of Oak duo, Thomas Abbey and Winful Cobbinah put up a scintillating performance in the first round of the league to keep their side ending the round with a seven matches unbeaten record while WAFA, sitting on top of the table have been inspired by the leadership and experience of midfield maestro Gideon Waja.
In-form Liberty Professionals skipper Samuel Sarfo and rocky WAFA defender Musah Nuhu take charge of the defence while Majeed Ashmeru and Winful Cobbinah lick around the midfield with the mercurial Gideon Waja while the attack is led by top scorer Nicholas Gyan of Dwarfs.
WAFA trainer Klaus Rasmussen emerged the coach of the first round while 4:1:4:1 was chosen as the system for the round.
- Razak Abalora (GK) – WAFA: The cat-like goalkeeper showed a lot of maturity and experience to guide the academy side to the top of the table. He conceded 9 goals in 15 matches, the second least number of goals conceded by a club in the first round. He kept 7 clean sheets and his output earned him a call up into the Black Stars 'B' side. Razak is lauded by many coaches for his high sense of intelligence in initiating attacks. His long kicks this season resulted in three of the goals scored by WAFA in the first round. He is responsible initiating a goal in their 4-0 win over Wa All Stars as well as in their 2-1 win over Elmina Sharks from sending long kicks to his attackers.
- Caleb Amankwah – WAFA: Caleb is another player who has ensured that WAFA have conceded 9 goals out of 15 matches in the first round. He is technically gifted and intelligent on and off the ball. 'His technique is admirably unmatched,' according to WAFA assistant coach Akakpo Patron. He made 15 appearances for the academy boys and by far the most consistent right back in the Ghana Premier League. He has one goal to his credit.
- Daniel Darkwah – Aduana Stars: Despite missing the opening two matches of the season, Darkwah picked up and commanded a starting role in the Aduana Stars set up until the end of the first round. Thus he made 13 appearances. The Black Stars 'B' left back provided one assist and scored one himself. Darkwah's adaptation at the left back position has given the Ogya Boys dynamism in their defence as he is able to swiftly turn defence into attack in a counter attack play. His contribution at the back has ensured Aduana Stars are the lowest conceding side in the Premier League with just 8 goals in their net out of 15 matches. He has a goal to his name.
- Musah Nuhu – WAFA: Nuhu made 11 appearances for the Sogakope-based side and his contribution was hugely felt. He broke into the starting eleven of the side after match day 4 and has maintained his position in the team till date. He is one of the major reasons the Academy Boys are the second side in the league with a very strong defence. Conceding 9 goals in 15 matches for a side like WAFA is an impressive outing. Despite his total contribution to the side as a team player, Nuhu's individual qualities of long and accurate passing as well as his agility and high sense of intelligence at the back are simply remarkable. His aggression always put fear in his opposing attackers and has provided a formidable shield in front of Razak Abalora, hence his ability to keep 7 clean sheets in 15 matches. He has grabbed two assists so far.
- Samuel Sarfo – Liberty Professionals: Despite his side struggling this season, Sarfo has been exceptional as a captain and as a defender. With 6 goals in 14 appearances as a defender, Sarfo's achievement this season is hugely commendable. He is the highest scoring defender in the league and is 3rd on the goal king chart, closely following Nicholas Gyan and Thomas Abbey who have scored 7 and 8 respectively. He has two Man of the match awards to his credit. Sarfo's aggression, skill and technique of ball distribution are unique. His aerial ball technique is simply fantastic. His hardwork has recently earned him a call up into the Black Stars 'B' side.
- Gideon Waja – WAFA: Waja has been the major inspiration for WAFA throughout bthe first round. His experience and maturity has guided the Academy Boys to the top of the table. With 15 appearances so far and 3 goals to his credit, Waja has marshalled the WAFA midfield with masterful skills. He is a master in passing the ball and leads his side like a wounded soldier. He has just one Man of the Match award to his credit and has earned a call up into the Black Stars 'B' side. He ended the first round with 3 assists.
- Benjamin Tweneboah – Elmina Sharks: For the first time playing in the Ghana Premier League, Tweneboah has been instrumental to the Elmina Sharks campaign. He has inspired his side to 11th on the table in their maiden season with his stupendous performance so far. With 15 appearances, Tweneboah has scored 4 goals, provided 4 assists and has won 4 Man of the Match awards. As a winger, his speed and take-on have made it difficult for defenders to handle him. His accurate crossing and great technique in passing are the reasons for his 4 assists so far. With his performance, earning a call up into the Black Stars 'B' looked automatic.
- Majeed Ashmeru – WAFA: Another WAFA midfielder who has been in tremendous form this season is Majeed Ashmeru. To many, he is responsible for the side's explosive show this season. He is a great contributor to the 24 goals WAFA have scored so far with 6 great assists and 2 goals to his credit. He has merged Man of the Match on 3 occasions and scored what could be described as the goal of the season when he picked the ball from his own half, dribbled his marker, nutmegged David Abagna and wonderfully turned round the last defender before hitting the roof in their 4-0 massacre of Wa All Stars.
- Nicholas Gyan – Dwarfs: Ebusua Dwarfs are 8th on the table because Nicholas Gyan alone has scored 8 out of their 16 goals in the first round. He has been the main inspirational figure in the Dwarfs set up this far. His intelligence in front of goal makes him a good scorer and a perfect player. He emerged Man of the Match twice and assisted twice in the other 8 goals scored by his side. His leadership is a glaring definition of their wonderful show this season. He is a powerful goal scorer.
- Winful Cobinnah – Hearts: Even though Cobbinah became an active member of the Hearts set up after eight matches, he has meandered his way into the side with crafty display. He earned his first start of the season against Bechem United in a game Hearts won 4-2. He has just one Man of the Match award but his magnificent provision of assists to get his side score is amazing. He has provided 6 assists and scored twice, all free kicks. He is the life wire of the inspired Hearts side and his masterful display skill and technique is wonderful. He is a member of the Black Stars 'B' side due to his explosive performance in the first round.
- Thomas Abbey – Hearts: Leading the Hearts attack as a winger, Abbey has scored 7 goals and is second on the goal king chart behind Nicholas Gyan who has 8. He has only one Man of the Match award with two assists. Abbey a player who was nearly ditched by the Phobians last season has proved to be the most important player for their campaign this season. His versatility provides Coach Frank Nuttal with a variety of options whenever he is on the field of play. His brace against Liberty in the last game of the first round were just masterclass.
- Felix Annan – Kotoko: Despite Kotoko's disappointing campaign so far, Annan has been magnificent in post. Annan kept 7 clean sheets in 14 appearances for Kotoko in the first round. His defensive organization and accurate passing skills are admirable. He is the reason for Kotoko's great defensive record in the first round. Kotoko is tied with WAFA as the second team with the least number of goals in their net.
- Adams Abdul Wahab – Aduana Stars: Strength and aggression are the major attributes of Wahab. He has been a major contributor to Aduana Stars' campaign this season. His aggression at the back, tremendous aerial advantage and magnificent organizational qualities has made it possible for Aduana to be the side with the least number of goals in the first round. Aduana boast of the best defence so far with just 8 goals in their net. They are currently 2nd on the table behind WAFA.
- Moro Ibrahim – Bolga All Stars: As a debutant in the Ghana Premier League, Moro has shot himself in front with some brilliant plays for Bolga All Stars. He has won three Man of the Match awards and his earned a call up into the Black Stars 'B' due to his splendid performance. Perhaps, he is a replica of former Ghana star Isaac Asare. He is versatile and plays very well as a winger.
- Ahmed Toure – Bechem United: Toure has introduced his experience to the Bechem United side and is a major reason why they are 5th on the table. He has one Man of the Match award to his credit and has scored 6 times out of the entire 16 goals scored by Bechem United so far. He is an intelligent attacker and a veteran in the Premier League.
- Stephen Sarfo – Berekum Chelsea: With 6 goals to his credit, Sarfo has been the turning point of Berekum Chelsea this season. He has played 13 times for the Berekum-based side and has been influential to their campaign.
- Justice Blay – Medeama SC: Another revelation of this season's league. He has been very inspirational to Medeama's campaign this season. He scored thrice in 15 appearances for his side and won one Man of the Match award.
- Joseph Paintsil – Tema Youth: Out of 14 appearances made this season, Paintsil won Man of the Match on three occasions. He scored 4 goals for his side and has been hugely instrumental to their campaign so far.
By: Sheikh Tophic Sienu @desheikh1 on twitter
For more Ghana football news visit www.ghanasoccernet.com


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Former Boy Scout leader sentenced on solicitation charges
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A former assistant Boy Scout leader in West Virginia has been sentenced to prison on charges of child solicitation.
News outlets report a Kanawha County Circuit Court judge sentenced 42-year-old Kevin Michael Rogier on Thursday to serve between four and 20 years for trying to solicit four minors in his Boy Scout troop via computer. He must also register as a sex offender.
A criminal complaint says Rogier was accused in 2016 of sending and trying to receive explicit photos from boys in his troop.
He pleaded guilty in July to four counts of soliciting a minor.


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