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Special Guest Post by Veterinary Technician Tina Marconi
3 Reasons Why Veterinarians Should Honor Thy Veterinarian Technician
Anyone with even the minimal knowledge of the medical field knows that saving lives and curing illnesses is a team effort – no one doctor or other health care professional is able to handle everything by themselves. It's the same in a veterinary practice – no one can operate a one-man show unless they want to end up becoming overworked and unable to handle their cases with the required care and efficiency. This is why assistants and technicians are hired – to help out with a veterinarian's practice, and just as nurses are important to the scheme of things in a people hospital, so too are veterinarian techs extremely important in the world of animal care.
Veterinarian's who think they know it all and so abuse their techs and assistants or treat them badly should remember that unless they respect those who work for them:
· Their practice could go downhill: Veterinarians who don't respect their assistants and techs could end up losing their services; no one wants to work for employers who don't treat them well. And when the word gets around that the veterinarian in question can't hold on to an assistant or technician, his/her practice begins to go downhill because no one wants to work with them. Overworked veterinarians are not effective, they soon start making mistakes, and they end up losing their clients because they are perceived as not being proficient at their job.
· They could lose regular customers: Veterinarian techs are not just responsible for assisting the veterinarian in all his/her tasks; they're also the ones who liaise with clients, set up appointments and follow-up visits, and provide aftercare for animals that have undergone surgeries or which require hospitalization. So when a veterinarian does not respect his/her veterinarian tech, their unhappiness and dissatisfaction spills over to the client and patients, and soon enough, the regular ones too start looking for other veterinary practices to handle their pets.
· They tend to show the same attitude toward the animals they care for: Veterinarians are perceived to be kind and gentle people, simply because they've chosen to work with animals, creatures that cannot talk and must be handled with love and kindness. But if a veterinarian is abusive towards or does not respect the people who work for him/her, it stands to reason that they're not going to adopt the right attitude when providing care for animals. They could be skilled and well-trained, but the clinical approach does not work well on animals that can sense hostility from a mile away. Veterinarians who are warm human beings make the best kind of animal doctors, and those who fail to respect their veterinarian techs and assistants may as well shut down their practice and find another occupation.
This guest post is contributed by Tina Marconi, she writes on the topic of online veterinarian tech programs . She welcomes your comments at her email id: tinamarconi85[@]gmail[.]com.


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National-Strategic Investment in European Power Transmission Capacity
25 Pages Posted: 14 May 2014
Date Written: May 2014
The transformation of the European energy system requires substantial investment in transmission capacity to facilitate cross-border trade and to efficiently integrate renewable energy sources. However, network planning in the EU is still mainly a national prerogative. In contrast to other studies aiming to identify the pan-European (continental) welfare-optimal transmission expansion, we investigate the impact of national regulators deciding on network investment strategically, with the aim of maximizing consumer surplus and generator profits in their jurisdiction. This reflects the inadequacy of current mechanisms to compensate for welfare re-allocations across national boundaries arising from network upgrades. We propose a three-stage equilibrium model to describe the Nash game between zonal planners (i.e., national governments, regulators, or system operators), each taking into account the impact of network expansion on the electricity spot market and the resulting welfare effects on the constituents within her jurisdiction. Using a four-node sample network, we identify several Nash equilibria of the game between the zonal planners, and illustrate the failure to reach the first-best welfare expansion in the absence of an effective compensation mechanism.
Keywords: electricity transmission, network expansion, Generalized Nash equilibrium (GNE), mixed-integer equilibrium problem under equilibrium constraints (MI-EPEC)
JEL Classification: L51, C61, C72
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation

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Getting off the couch for a little heart-pumping exercise can have huge, life-impacting benefits, such as lowered blood pressure, reduced stress and risk of injury, and even a boost in brain power and improved memory.
Aerobic exercises burn fat and strengthen the heart, lungs and bones, reducing the risk of chronic disease (such as heart disease) as well as reducing the risk of breaks and fractures due to aging. Aerobic exercises include walking, jogging, biking, swimming, kickboxing—basically any activity that elevates your heart rate.
Core training buffs up and strengthens the abdominals, supporting the spine and back for better posture and reducing the risk of back problems. Personal trainers with degrees from a Utah college recommend core training to individuals who not only want to strengthen their bodies, but tone them as well.
Both Pilates and yoga increase flexibility, improve posture, and realign the body. They also encourage relaxation and reduce stress. When your week gets stressful, set aside 30 minutes to an hour to attend a yoga class.
Push-ups strengthen muscle groups in the arms, chest and back and combine aerobic exercise, core training and flexibility training in one powerhouse package. A few sets of 10 to 20 reps per day can substantially improve your physical health.
Squats use all major muscles in the lower body, strengthening them to support the rest of your body. Individuals who want to lose weight and strengthen their bodies safely should consider hiring a person trainer with knowledge gained at a Utah college. He or she will ensure that you are doing these exercises correctly, preventing injury while helping you improve your health.
Personal trainers accredited by a Utah college recommend participating in one or all of these 5 types of exercises for 30 minutes at least 3 times per week.
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text: The Competition Commission is set to replace its proposed automotive code of conduct for South Africa. It's set to eliminate embedded motor plans and introduce ground-breaking changes for the vehicle industry, consumers and the economy at large, with new guidelines that will be used for the enforcement the Competition Act and lead to prosecution if there is any breach. READ: Code of Conduct' but guidelines instead – what this means for the SA car industryThe steps taken are said to help restore some power to motorists, by giving them the right to choose where they take their vehicles for repairs and services, without making their warranties null and void. As it stands, warranties can be rendered invalid if people replace parts or even change the oil themselves. Image: iStockThis is required to be done by an approved service provider, but with the new guidelines, it is proposed that this will change. According to Vera Nagtegaal, Executive Head of Hippo, it seeks to address the restrictions to competition in the automotive aftermarket industry, by lowering barriers to entry and ensuring that more businesses are able to gain access to in-warranty service and maintenance work, in-warranty mechanical repairs, as well as in-warranty car body repairs. Nagtegaal said: "What this will mean for consumers is that it will provide them with a wider network of service providers that offer services at a competitive price when it comes to new cars, spare parts and other products. It will also help to create a more transparent automobile industry across the board." Nagtegaal explains that motor warranties are insurance policies that protect consumers against the costs of car parts and labour, in the event of mechanical, electrical or electronic failure of a part. He said: "They give some peace of mind to motorists, with the manufacturer vowing that any manufacturing defects will be investigated, replaced or repaired within a certain time. Coverage ranges from electrical issues to the engine, sensors, the gearbox and fuel elements. Vehicle maintenance is not generally included in these warranties." Maintenance Plans, on the other hand, cover labour, fees payable for servicing vehicles and anything that needs to be replaced or things that have been damaged or worn out over time. This includes fuses, brake pads, and wipers. Some plans exclude cover for items such as the engine, clutch, gearbox, tyres, wheel alignment and windscreens. Image: iStockNagtegaal warns that a motor warranty will usually not cover consumable items, computer-related problems, internal and external aesthetic and body due to wear and tear, glass, tyres, wheels, wheel alignment, accessories, electrical wiring, brakes and brake pads, wipers, batteries, or fan belts. It also excludes repairs after accidents and environmental damage. Once warranties expire, people are more than likely left to cover any repairs on their own. This is when some take the plunge and simply opt to buy a new car. There are however other ways to deal with this – with some dealers, product providers or insurance companies providing extensions to warranties. Nagtegaal said: "There are many options to consider when choosing a new motor warranty plan. If you want to extend your current Manufacturer's Warranty Cover, an extended warranty plan is advised. It should be noted that there may be limitations which would be based on the vehicle's model, age, mileage, service and maintenance history."When it comes to older cars, it is advisable to consider a warranty to cover unexpected repairs. People should also consider a service plan so that their vehicle can be properly maintained. This could prevent future problems, especially with second-hand cars. Image: iStockNagtegaal advises said: "If your vehicles manufacturer's warranty has already expired you can take out this warranty to cover your vehicle. "Your Motor Warranty Insurance Policy will cover you for the repair and/or replacement of components, specifically listed under the respective policy's specifications, arising from a mechanical and/or electrical failure during the cover period of your policy." It is important that consumers are aware of the various measures put in place to protect them. She adds said:"There have been many instances where people have been informed that their warranty has expired, without them knowing that the vehicle they bought had a warranty that kicked in months before they took ownership. This is usually due to things like "pre-report" sales or dealings within dealerships." "When it comes to any changes relating to how motor plans and warranties work, consumers should refer to the new guidelines that will soon be introduced by the Competition Commission. This will prevent exploitation by service providers and ensure that they always get a fair deal when it comes to services, repairs and parts."


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Looking to get the best possible deal whenever you buy Bitcoin and other currencies? Of course you are.
If you're new to Bitcoin, you may be unaware that prices can vary wildly between exchanges. Here's what you need to know about crypto exchange rates and how Wirex ensures you always get a good deal.
How do cryptocurrency exchanges work?
Having a basic understanding of how exchanges work can be extremely helpful when it comes to choosing one. So here's an overview of how they typically work.
Exchanges exist to match people who want to buy Bitcoin with those who want to sell. A buyer will make a 'bid', offering to exchange fiat currency (pounds, euros, dollars etc) for Bitcoin at a certain price. A seller will make an 'ask' to indicate they are willing to sell a certain amount of Bitcoin, provided it is above a minimum price.
The exchange matches a buyer with a seller whose ask is lower than their bid. Once the transaction is verified, the buyer receives Bitcoin and the seller receives fiat. Foreign currency exchanges and stock exchanges work in much the same way.
Greater liquidity = Less volatility
In theory, it's simple. But you can probably see the problem already. What if there are more people looking to buy than to sell? Or vice versa?
Bitcoin's volatility can in part be blamed on the fact that most exchanges lack liquidity. If one bit of scary news spooks an investor with a lot of Bitcoin into selling, the price can drop suddenly. The same goes for large purchases. Because there's only a small pool of Bitcoin available at any one time, the slightest shift in demand can cause fluctuations in price.
This is why the price varies between different exchanges. It's also why you can easily end up paying more than expected. If there's no seller offering Bitcoin at the price you ask for, you'll end up paying more or waiting a while.
Limited liquidity also leaves exchanges vulnerable to price manipulation. For example, let's say an investor holds a position in a currency and wishes to increase the price. By placing a buy order that is too large for the exchange to fulfil, they can push the price up. Other investors will inevitably see this, mistake it for an upwards trend and take an interest. But the first investor can then sell their currency at the new, higher price.
Wirex has a private order book which makes buying crypto simpler, faster and cheaper for you.
An order book records ongoing bids and asks that haven't yet matched. The order book lists the prices people are willing to sell their assets for and the prices people are willing to pay.
Get a fair exchange rate with Wirex
At Wirex, we believe that fair exchange prices and greater liquidity are an important part of Bitcoin's future.
Wirex has a large pool of liquidity providers – large enough to ensure a healthy amount of price competition. And as everyone knows, competition is essential for keeping prices low in any sort of market.
Our liquidity provider ensures there's always plenty of Bitcoin available for you to buy. By comparison, many major crypto exchanges are open exchanges and do not have a private order book. Open exchanges can be riskier and more complicated to use.
Taking advantage of Wirex's exchange prices requires absolutely no technical knowledge. It's easy for even the newest user to navigate.
Simply log into your verified Wirex account and decide which currencies you want to exchange and how much.
Don't have an account yet? You'll want to head here to get started.
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Jeffrey Ruzal Quoted in "Better Watch Out: How to Avoid Holiday Hiring Pitfalls"Law360 November 9, 2017
Jeffrey H. Ruzal, a Member of the Firm in the Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice, in the firm's New York office, was quoted in Law360, in "Better Watch Out: How to Avoid Holiday Hiring Pitfalls," by Braden Campbell. (Read the full version – subscription required.)
Following is an excerpt:
For retailers and other employers that need to add workers to handle a seasonal surge in business, the most wonderful time of the year can seem like a nightmare.
Each year, thousands of employers struggle to meet the increased demands of the holiday season. These demands are felt most strongly by retailers, who need more bodies to ring up extra shoppers and restock rapidly depleting shelves. Restaurants may also struggle as their regular staff takes time off and more people eat out. …
Staffing companies introduce a host of potential legal and compliance issues, and an employer's best bet for preventing issues and staving them off if they arise is a strong contract.
Businesses that tap a staffing company will want to keep an especially close eye on these workers, though this can be a double-edged sword, said Epstein Becker Green hospitality team leader Jeffrey Ruzal.
"It supports a theory of joint employment when you have your own supervisors supervising a third-party employee," Ruzal said. "But without that supervision, you're definitely at risk for potential wage-and-hour compliance issues, which would cause problems for the employer down the line."
"You want you have a very ironclad agreement with the vendor that allows there to be representations and warranties that provide for full compliance with wage-and-hour laws," he added.


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Seniors say goodbye as they look ahead
Nitya Thakkar, RubicOnline Editor
April 30, 2018
As the Class of 2018 finishes their final week of classes, many seniors reflect on their high school careers, and look ahead to new beginnings.
Common Ground intimately calls for social change
Emma Sampson, RubicOnline Editor
April 17, 2018
On April 17, Common Ground members spoke about their experiences of racism within and outside of SPA to educate the community.
Film Club hosts annual movie marathon
Kelby Wittenberg, Chief Visual Editor
February 27, 2018
Students flocked to Bigelow Commons to participate in an all-day movie marathon.
Students express their thoughts after Florida school shooting
Nitya Thakkar, RubicOnline Editor
February 20, 2018
Many SPA students felt the strong and saddening impact of the recent Florida school. "I felt really bad when I heard about the [Florida] shooting, but also empowered because a lot of teenagers were taking action which I think is a really good step in the right direction," junior Janie Brunell ...
Film Club co-presidents reveal the facets of great film
Jack Benson, The Rubicon Editor
February 19, 2018
A Q&A with Film Club co-presidents Drew Fawcett and Noa Carlson touches on what makes powerful cinema.
Sick of driving to school? Consider a carpool.
Tristan Hitchens-Brookins, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Carpooling to school and for activities can be fun.
PHOTO GALLERY: Student-directed Winter One Acts express visual creativity
Mimi Geller, RubicOnline Editor
January 27, 2017
The Winter One Acts take place Jan. 27 in The Huss Center stage and feature student acting and directing.
Service Fair brings 16 organizations to students
Nitya Thakkar, Staff Writer
December 3, 2016
Community Action and Service groups coordinates with 16 organizations in the Twin Cities to introduce students to service options.
Lack of specific groups leaves students with an incomplete picture of the Twin Cities
Amodhya Samarakoon, Health and Wellness Editor
May 15, 2016
Demographics of SPA do not align with that of the Twin Cities.
To be or not to be? The US one-acts explore the human condition, eggs, modern relationships, and more
Noor Qureishy, In-Depth Editor
January 31, 2016
The Upper School one-acts, on Jan. 29 amazed and amused the audience with eye-catching visuals and quirky humor.
Bibbitty, boppitty, box office
April 13, 2015
Keeping the glass slippers and pumpkin carriage as the icons of the story, the trailers for Disney's new Cinderella movie gives viewers a glance at the actors, costumes, and set of the upcoming movie.


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Artiguemy tourism and travel guide
Photo is of Tarbes at 18 km from Artiguemy
Visit Artiguemy: highlights and tourist informationTo Visit Attractions
Artiguemy is situated in the Hautes-Pyrenees department and Midi-Pyrenees region (now part of the Occitanie region), in the south-west of France at 18 kilometres from Tarbes, the department capital (general information: Artiguemy is 657 kilometres from Paris).
Popular places to visit nearby include Tarbes at 18 km and Col d'Aspin at 22 km. For more places to visit and local tourist attractions see the map and listings below.
Artiguemy, France: places to visit and attractions
Some of the places that we have visited and reviewed and can recommend when you are sightseeing close to Artiguemy in Occitanie.
Note that all distances below are 'direct' and real driving distances will be greater!
... or see ALL recommended places to visit in Hautes-Pyrenees
Map of places to visit near Artiguemy
Markets in and near Artiguemy
- Bagneres-de-Bigorre: market Saturday all day (10km)
- Tarbes: market Thursday all day (20km)
- Lourdes: market Wednesday & Tuesday & Thursday all day & Saturday all day & Monday & Friday (24km)
- Arreau: market Thursday all day (26km)
- Montrejeau: market Monday (27km)
- Rabastens-de-Bigorre: market Monday (30km)
- Loures-Barousse: market Friday (31km)
- Vic-en-Bigorre: market Saturday all day (31km)
- Luz-Saint-Sauveur: market Monday (35km)
- Saint-Lary-Soulan: market Saturday (35km)
More information about Artiguemy, Midi-Pyrenees
Tourist attractions near Artiguemy, France
What to do at Artiguemy? Some places with official tourist classifications and other places of interest to visit nearby that should provide inspiration if you are visiting Artiguemy.
Heritage sites
- Ourdis-Cotdoussan église St Jacques (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (20km)
- Jézeau église Saint-Laurent (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (27km)
- St Bertrand de Comminges cathédrale (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (29km)
- St Bertrand de Comminges chapelle St Julien (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (29km)
- Valcabrère basilique St Just (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (30km)
- Aragnouet chapelle des templiers (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (39km)
- Gavarnie église St Jean Baptiste (monuments on French pilgrim routes) (49km)
Most beautiful villages in France
(see also beautiful French villages)
- Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges (29km)
National Monuments
- Marshall Foch house (18km)
- Montmaurin Gallo-Roman Villa (34km)
Remarkable gardens
- Jardin Massey (19km)
- Jardin de la poterie Hillen (34km)
Sites of natural beauty
- Grottes de Médous (12km)
- Gouffre d'Esparros (13km)
- Col du Tourmalet (26km)
- Gorges de la Save (36km)
- Grottes de Betharram (36km)
- Cirque du Lys (42km)
- Pont d'Espagne (44km)
- Cirque de Troumouse (45km)
- Cirque du Litor (47km)
- Lac d'Oo (47km)
- Cirque du Marcadau (50km)
Villages in bloom 4* (fr: ville fleurie)
- Tarbes (20km)
Zoo and/or wildlife park
- Zoo d'Asson (42km)
Geography and distances
Geographical Information
Commune: Artiguemy
Canton: Lannemezan
Arrondissement: Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Department: Hautes-Pyrenees
Region: Midi-Pyrenees
New region: Occitanie
Postcode: 65130
Distance to Artiguemy
from Tarbes (prefecture): 18 km
from Paris: 657 km
from Calais: 878 km
from Nice: 571 km
from Bordeaux: 201 km
from Strasbourg: 839 km
Getting here
For driving distances to Artiguemy from anywhere in France see driving distances and route planner.
We have 28 other places listed as being close (less than kilometres from ): Argeles, Benque, Bettes, Bonnemazon, Bourg-de-Bigorre, Caharet, Capvern, Castera-Lanusse, Castillon, Chelle-Spou, Cieutat, Espieilh, Gourgue, Lanespede, Luc, Mauvezin, Merilheu, Molere, Oleac-Dessus, Orignac, Oueilloux, Ozon, Pere, Poumarous, Ricaud, Sarlabous, Tilhouse and Uzer.
This page in French: Visiter Artiguemy


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Ordering From Us
All footage from The Travel Film Archive is available for licensing in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland from April Film & Bild.
When you use our cart system your request will be sent directly to April Film & Bild, they will provide you with licensing information, and you will complete the transaction with them. If you currently deal with April Film & Bild you may also contact them directly and refer to the relevant Travel Film Archive clip number. If you are ordering clips from an entire film, please make sure also you note the in and out time codes for each clip. The Travel Film Archive does not license clips directly.
Sao Paulo
Clip #: TFA-60B
Year: 1943
Sound: Sound
Decade: 1940s
A film sponsored by the U.S. Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs to promote friendly relations with South American countries just before World War II.
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The Treasure of the Tropics
Clip #: TFA-187A
Length: 29.52
Sound: Silent
Decade: 1920s
A film about coffee production in Brazil in the 1920s.
Belo Horizonte
Clip #: TFA-117C
Year: 1943
Sound: Sound
Decade: 1940s
A film about the planned city of Belo Horizonte in Brazil.
Wings To South America: Journey Into Springtime
Clip #: TFA-179B
Length: 28:21
Year: 1963
Sound: Sound
Decade: 1960s
A Pan American Airlines film about travel to South America in May


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January 2016
Provides behavioral health, correctional, and community stakeholders with examples of the implementation of successful strategies for transitioning people with mental or substance use disorders from institutional correctional settings into the community. Highlights prevalence of mental and substance use disorders in correctional settings.
October 2015
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knocking at heavenlydoor
Attention, agencies!
Here is the chance to work for a client that brings Web technology to one of the world's oldest professions: the death-care industry.
The company's site, HeavenlyDoor.com, is operated by Coral Springs, Fla.-based Heaven's Door Corp. and provides links to every service needed for planning funerals–from chapels and florists to a company that will launch loved ones' ashes into outer space.
Heaven's Door is looking for an advertising agency to handle its $5 million account, said Jack Clarkson, senior vice president, marketing and sales. The ideal shop would "understand the sensitivity of the industry," Clarkson said, and have strong public relations, Internet and multicultural capabilities.
Clarkson said he would like to break ads by the end of March. "We're looking for a national spokesperson, someone who's very conservative and very trusted, [such as] Tom Bosley or Alex Trebek."
The ads will promote only the HeavenlyDoor service, Clarkson said. "Funeral companies don't advertise," he added. "You can't say, 'Die now, get a discount funeral!' " –Emily Fromm


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Greatest Common Denominator/Divisor/Factor (Geek Style – Euclidean Algorithm)
I recall learning about performing fractional math when I was young. To be completely honest, I never actually learned an efficient way of determining greatest common denominator. I brute forced it most of the time, meaning I just kept trying numbers until it seemed like I got the right denominator. My method was very similar to what you see here at Kahn Academy. As part of an algorithms course, I needed to write a function to determine the Greatest Common Denominator. Any time you start talking about writing code
Any time you start talking about writing code, and you consider performing a function that "brute forces" an answer, your code will not run very fast. Sometimes, you have no choice but to brute force a solution. Sometimes there is a better way. In this case, brute force is not the best way. Here is how a brute force method would look:
Continue reading → Greatest Common Denominator/Divisor/Factor (Geek Style – Euclidean Algorithm)


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March is National Nutrition Month® – Make your diet and weight loss goals a reality with your FREE Kindle book of The Party Girl Diet on Amazon.com on Wednesday, March 13, 2013.
While nutrition is always a hot topic in the national news, March is National Nutrition Month® – and the perfect time to focus on where you are with your nutrition goals for you and your family. It's also an excellent time to reinvent the way you manage your own diet and weight loss goals. For instance, if you don't have some short term and long term health and fitness goals set, this is the perfect time to put your "new you" plan together and in motion. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics:
"The 'Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day' 2013 National Nutrition Month® theme encourages consumers to include the foods they love as part of a healthful eating plan that is tailored for their lifestyles, traditions, health needs and, of course, tastes."
This is exciting news, since the Party Girl Diet encourages the same healthy, sustainable lifestyle and way of life. Fad-diets and yo-yo dieting are discouraged on the Party Girl Diet Plan since research proves weight lost on fad and/or crash diets typically is gained back once the dieter goes "off" the diet.
Below are a few easy ways you can start getting more healthy nutrition and exercise in you life, compliments of The Party Girl Diet' and PGD's 9 Keys to Good Living outlined in the Party Girl Diet Kindle book available on Amazon.com:
- Eat a wide variety of colorful foods every day. Think: Rainbow. Aim to eat 5 – 9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. If you notice you eat a lot of foods from one color such as green or yellow for instance, switch it up and make a conscious effort to choose more colorful fruits and veggies when you are grocery shopping.
- Avoid white foods, such as processed foods made with white flour, sugar, and that contain large amounts of salt.
- Practice mindful eating. Take the time at each meal to sit down, relax, and enjoy your food. When splurging on a piece of dark chocolate, take a few moments to anticipate how yummy it will taste. Research shows people enjoyed their treats more when they waited,taking the time to anticipate how good it will taste.
- Make time for "playtime." Set aside time each day for "you." It may seem a bit selfish at first, yet you will be a better person, parent, friend, employee, boss, etc, if you make the time to honor your own needs for proper nutrition, exercise, fun, rest, and relaxation.
- Mind your portions. Portion control is a key factor in the success of the Party Girl Diet. While the book outlines some easy ways you can "size up" the right sized portions of everyday foods by "eyeballing it," as a general guide a serving of fish is the size of your hand, a serving of meat is the size of your palm (men double that), a serving of cooked pasta is the size of your fist, and a serving of fat is about the size of a quarter.
- Walk this Way. Walking everyday for even just 10 minutes can improve your health and outlook on life. Walking 10 minutes 3 times a day will do even more to help you burn calories, increase your metabolism, and energize you to make the most of every day.
- Build Muscle. Building in 20 minutes of weight lifting 3 times a day is a great way to build muscle, stay toned, and increase your metabolism. The Party Girl Diet book goes into more detail with easy to follow workouts that will have you seeing results – quickly.
- Go Green. Green tea that is. Research shows you will gain the most benefit when you consume 4 cups of green tea daily, which was the amount of green tea the people in the studies drank.
March is National Nutrition Month® and the perfect time to visit EatRight.org to celebrate the 40 year anniversary of National Nutrition Month® – with a look at their wide selection of resources to help you get on the right track with your nutrition and healthy living goals.
Until next time…keep the party going ~ Aprilanne
The above article originally appeared in Aprilanne Hurley's San Francisco Nutrition Examiner Column and appears here with re-print permission.
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Today (8th August), Trade Price Cars with Brisky Racing has announced that Ollie Pidgley will enter the fold driving one of their Volkswagen CC's from Rockingham this weekend for the remainder of the campaign.
Pidgley was part of the TOCA package in 2016 and 2017 racing in the Renault UK Clio Cup before moving on to the Mini Challenge Great Britain for this season.
Speaking on the deal, Pidgley admitted, "It's an opportunity I just had to grasp. The move came about quickly, as these things often do! "It's always been a dream of mine and locking in four BTCC race weekends is an unbeatable chance for me. I'm really, really looking forward to it. I've got everything in place and I'm ready to go."
As part of the Ciceley Motorsport junior set up in 2016, Pidgley was given the chance to sample some NGTC machinery at Silverstone – meaning the twenty-year old does sort of know what to expect when he takes control of the Team HARD Volkswagen CC this weekend, formerly piloted by Jake Hill – helping him get on the podium in round two at Brands Hatch Indy earlier in the season and more recently, Dan Welch at the Snetterton Diamond Jubilee weekend.
"I sampled BTCC machinery back in 2016," Pidgley said. "When I was awarded a day's seat-time with Ciceley Motorsport at Silverstone, having been a part of its Renault UK Clio Cup outfit that year. Purely in terms of that being front-wheel drive machinery, and a sequential box, it was a similar feel to what I've been used to."
He continued, "Obviously, there's a step, in terms of performance and with the tyre but I feel physically ready. Procedurally, regarding sessions and the structure of a weekend, things will be different but adjusting to that won't be a problem."
Speaking on any targets for the rest of the 2018 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car season, Pidgley said, "I'm going to just go about my business and see how we fare. I am not setting myself any specific targets at this moment. We want to set our goals as we go along and improving weekend-by-weekend has to be the aim. Clean races, getting seat time and bringing the car home will be our first thought. Rockingham's a place I like and probably the circuit I know best. I'll do my own thing and see where that takes us."
However, the young man is also under no illusions that this could pave a way for him to enter a full BTCC campaign sometime in the near future. "For me, this is a precursor to achieving a full campaign in the BTCC. I know the cars are coming on a lot at Team HARD and they made a step at the last one with Bobby raking in good points and showing strong pace. I know Bobby well and I know he is quick. I'll be looking to glean information where I can, and I know with the way Tony (Gilham) runs things I'll settle quickly."
Tony Gilham's Team HARD is renowned for offering talented young racers the chance to step into the fold and continue their development at what is an established outfit operating within the UK's premier motorsport series. With Pidgley's signing, that philosophy continues.
"It's a change that's come about very quickly but we've been aware of Ollie for a while," said Gilham. "Bobby (Thompson) and Ollie are close, and they share a similar profile – they're both young, hungry and up-and-coming drivers that deserve a chance in Britain's top-tier championship."
Gilham admitted, "The conversation was an easy one for us to have, and he's in the seat for the remainder of the season. As an outfit, we've always been willing to back young talent and we've played a part in developing the careers of several drivers who've gone on to prove themselves as very capable racers. The likes of Aiden Moffat, James Cole and Jack Goff have all been a part of the Team HARD stable and have gone on to become race winners in the BTCC."
After a great weekend at Snetterton, especially for Bobby Thompson who recorded his best ever finish in the series, Gilham concluded, "We were sure we'd made a good step forward with the car at Snetterton, and with Bobby scoring a top ten finish and double points in the 'Diamond Double' we were vindicated in our efforts. His pace was right up there too over the course of the weekend. We're looking for more of the same from our quartet going forward."
I'm sure Ollie will be very quick and if he can keep it clean and consistent – which he aims to be – there's no reason why he can't find himself in the points-paying positions before the seasons' conclusion at the Brands Hatch Grand Prix circuit later in the year.
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International Day of Forests was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012. This day is designed to raise awareness about the importance of forests around the world and to draw attention to the alarming rates of deforestation. This year the day is focussing on 'forests and education'.
The UN estimates that forests cover a third of the Earth's land mass and that deforestation accounts for up to 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Undertaking reforestation and halting deforestation are critical to fighting climate change and reducing impacts on the environment, people and wildlife.
You can find out more about what the International Day of Forests stands for in 2019 on the official website, here.
To celebrate International Day of Forests, we're reflecting on how Greenfleet forests are doing their part rebuilding Australia and New Zealand's forests – one tree at a time.
Here are a small number of the on-going benefits that result from our reforestation projects:
Native forests planted by Greenfleet reduce carbon in the atmosphere and directly combat climate damage. A new project this year will do exactly that, but also integrate innovative climate change research. The Nardoo Hills Reserve in central Victoria is a Bush Heritage Australia site. The aim of this project is to future proof the region's trees by planting Eucalpyt species with seeds sourced from hotter climates. You can read out about collaboration here.
Nardoo Hills Reserve at sunrise, taken by Greenfleet CEO, Wayne Wescott
It's no secret that forests are the home to many animals and insects, including endangered species. And so, we love seeing our forests contributing to increased biodiversity and habitat for wildlife. One forest doing its part in this area is our Gippsland site, Wurneet Laang Laang. First planted in 2016, this site is increasingly becoming home to a variety of birds including the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, and will continue to do so over the coming years. You can read about a study being conducted on this site to monitor its birdlife, here.
A Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, taken by Cara Sambell
According to the UN, 1.6 billion people rely on forests world-wide, including more than 2,000 Indigenous communities. This might be for food, shelter or their livelihoods. In 2018, Greenfleet took on a project that was slightly different to our usual work. The project in the Indigenous community of Kowanyama in Far North Queensland saw 1,000 trees being planted. Of these, 420 were fruit trees to provide a sustainable food source in the community. The Mayor of Kowanyama, Michael Yam, said he was "delighted to be collaborating on this initiative, that supports our focus on healthy lifestyles, a safe community and economic opportunities". You can read about this project here.
Kowanyama Community involved in the planting day in 2018.
With over 9.2 million native trees planted across more than 500 forests, we see the International Day of Forests as an important day on the Greenfleet calendar. While deforestation remains a critical problem, Greenfleet is working to restore forests as effectively as we can and our continuing to grow our impact thanks to your support.
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CTE centers develop New Hampshire's most valuable resources—its people —by helping them gain the skills, technical knowledge, academic foundation and real-world experience they need to prepare for high-skill, high-demand, high-wage careers. CTE is leading change, transforming expectations, giving students a choice and making the difference for students, for high schools and colleges, for businesses and industries in New Hampshire. Visit NH-CTE.org ›
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The ApprenticeshipNH program, housed at the Community College System of New Hampshire and funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, is a unique effort that prepares individuals through Registered Apprenticeship programs to more effectively participate in the modern workforce. Focusing on the advanced manufacturing, construction and infrastructure, healthcare, hospitality and information technology sectors, the program provides NH residents with invaluable opportunities to earn and learn by pursuing highly-skilled, high-paying jobs, and opportunities for employers seeking to build a qualified workforce in NH. Visit EarnLearnNH.org ›
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CCSNH, through its seven colleges across the state, provides academic programming and manages job training programs through its college-based workforce development offices to make sure businesses have the employees they need now and in the future. CCSNH credit and non-credit programs are designed to prepare individuals for today's job market and/or for successful college transfer. The goal: achieve 65 x 25, or for 65 percent of NH adults age 25 or older to earn some form of training beyond high school by the year 2025. Visit CCSNH.edu website ›
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Extended Learning Opportunities are the practical, real-world experiences that allow students to study or learn a trade outside of the traditional classroom setting. These learning opportunities create a well-versed workforce that meets the needs of NH businesses. A few examples include apprenticeships, internships and independent studies. Visit NH DOE website ›
New Hampshire Sector Partnerships Initiative (NH SPI)
SPI is an industry-driven effort for NH businesses to convene and collaborate on workforce solutions and identify funding opportunities for training programs. SPI focuses on five sectors critical to the NH economy: construction and infrastructure, healthcare, hospitality, advanced manufacturing and information technology and is open to all sectors. Visit SPI website ›
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NH Works promotes life-long learning by partnering with businesses, agencies and organizations to bring the state's education, employment and training programs together. This workforce development system provides the means for NH residents to gain sufficient skills, education, employment and financial independence. Visit NH Works website ›
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Roast Beef Dinner (Sunday Roast)
Key tips for roasting the beef
There are a few key tips when roasting beef. Letting the beef sit at room temperature before roasting ensures a more tender meat. I like to sear the beef on all sides before putting it in the oven to get a nice browning on the outside.
The side dishes
Yorkshire Pudding is a must as are simple roasted potatoes (recipe included). The vegetable is entirely up to you. I like roasted carrots but broccoli, peas or any of your favorite vegetable can be served. Don't forget the gravy! It's made in the pan that the beef is roasted in.
What are the ideal cooking times for roast beef?
A meat thermometer is the one of the best kitchen tools when roasting any meat.
Beef temperature roasting temperatures:
- Rare 120-125°F (48-50°C), bright red center
- Medium rare 130-135°F (55-58°C) very pink center
- Medium, 140-145°F (60-63°C) pink center
- Medium well, 150-155°F (66-68°C) light pink center
- Well done, 160°F + (71°C +), brown throughout
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Roast Beef Dinner (Sunday Roast)
Perfectly roasted beef served with crispy roast potatoes, carrots and Yorkshire pudding.
- 3 pounds (1.4kg) beef rump or round roast , see note
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 6 to 8 yellow or gold potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, cut into thin slices
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups (709ml) beef broth
- Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Coat the beef well with the oil. Sprinkle the salt, pepper and rosemary evenly all over.
- Heat a cast iron skillet or oven-proof skillet on the stove top over medium high heat. Sear the beef on all sides. Transfer the beef in the pan to the oven and roast the beef 15 minutes per pound for rare and 20 per pound for medium. ** see note
- When the beef is done, remove from the roasting pan onto a platter and cover with foil and allow to rest on a cutting board while you cook the potatoes and gravy.
- Add the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with vegetable oil, salt and pepper and coat well.
- Add the potatoes to the same roasting pan that you removed the beef from , cut-side down and roast in the oven for 45 minutes until golden brown and tender when a knife is inserted.
- While the potatoes roast, to a pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the onions and cook until they are softened. Stir in the flour and cook until it starts to turn a golden color. Whisk in the beef stock until the flour is incorporated and there are no lump. Simmer until thickened, season with salt and pepper to taste. You can strain the gravy if you wish to remove the onions or any lumps of flour that you can't remove.
- Slice the gravy and serve with the potatoes and your favorite vegetable.
*Take the meat out of the refrigerator 1 hour before roasting.
** Internal cooking temperatures:
Rare 120-125 degrees, bright red center
Medium rare 130-135 degrees, very pink center
Medium, 140-145 degrees, light pink center
Medium well, 150-155 degrees, no pink
Well done, 160 + degrees, brown throughout
Nutrition Information
Amount Per Serving Calories 707Saturated Fat 8gCholesterol 234mgSodium 318mgCarbohydrates 33gProtein 87g


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text: Humidification in the Winter Posted February 23, 2015 Making certain of comfort in the colder season requires more than just a warm coat, gloves and a hat. In order to keep cozy, we have to be mindful of one of the most overlooked aspects of cooler weather: dry air. The freezing weather pulls all the humidity out of the air, instigating many difficulties for your family and home. Dry air increases the risk of everything from sickness to even shocks from static. All these possible issues can be counteracted with the use of a humidifier. Why does the air dry out? What can you do about it? When temperatures lower, the structure and formation of the air itself alters. The cold air has less moisture than warm air, which is why lips and skin can get chapped and dehydrated much quicker in the cold weather. Our bodies aren't the only items that dry during the winter – wood floors, furniture and paint in and about our homes have a greater risk of breaking and chipping in the dry air. The greatest way to increase moisture to your home is with humidification. Humidifiers offer whole-home air moisture and can bring you back control of your home air. It is straightforward and painless to install to your current HVAC system to start the circulation and allocation of dependable air. Added benefits with humidifiers Sustaining humidity levels can save you money by not having to worry about broken flooring, furniture or paint. It can decrease the possibility of getting shocked through static electricity. Utilizing a humidifier can help ease skin irritations and dry skin. Humidifiers can foster a suitable environment for indoor plants. Amply humidified home air can provide plants the greatest chance at survival. Why settle with the side effects of dry air this time of year when proper humidification is a straightforward and effective resolution? Keep your home comfy and keep your family healthy this winter as the flu makes its rounds. Learn more about how to add a humidifier to your home in Huntsville, give the pros at All Weather Heating & Air Conditioning Inc a call at 256-801-4701. Back To Blog


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Check out Defensive End Joey Bosa's combine workout from 2016.
From getting takeout with Hunter Henry and Michael Badgley to analyzing film from Justin Herbert's historic first career start against the Chiefs, check out all the best Bolts content from Week 3 of the 2020 NFL season.
Chargers tight end Hunter Henry discusses his productive start to the season and the NFL debut of quarterback Justin Herbert.
The voice of the Chargers Matt "Money" Smith joined Chris Hayre on a Week 3 edition of "Chargers Weekly."
Pac-12 Network's Yogi Roth reacts to the promising NFL starts of two former Pac-12 players: former Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert and UCLA running back Joshua Kelley.
Chex spoke with Hayley Elwood on Playmakers about how teams, like the Chargers, have been more vocal about social justice and more.
The Charlotte Observer's Alaina Getzenberg shares the latest from Carolina, including how the Panthers are dealing with the loss of running back Christian McCaffrey and what challenges the Chargers' defense present to quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and Co.
From the premiere of the Bolts' new docu-series Recharged to breaking down film from the Chargers win over Cincinnati, catch up on the best of Chargers content from Week 2.
Chargers recap their offseason in free agency and the draft, use their voices for change and hang on to win against the Bengals in Week 1.
Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporter Terez Paylor joins Chris Hayre on "Chargers Weekly" to preview the Week 2 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers from SoFi Stadium. Listen to the full interview on the Chargers Podcast Network.
The Los Angeles Times' Jeff Miller joins Chris Hayre on "Chargers Weekly" to preview Week 2 from SoFi Stadium. Listen to the entire interview on the Chargers Podcast Network.
Wolfson joined Hayley Elwood on Playmakers to talk her thoughts on KC vs. LAC, her role this season as the lead NFL reporter for CBS Sports, and more.
The voice of the Chargers Matt "Money" Smith previews Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs on "Chargers Weekly."
Derwin James takes on Lil Baby in week one of Derwin vs. The World presented by Oakley.
CBSLA's Jaime Maggio visits with Adrian Garcia-Marquez and Francisco Pinto, the Chargers' Spanish-language radio broadcast team.
From the best of mic'd up from training camp to Roll Call with the offensive line, catch up on the best of Chargers content from Week 1.
The voice of the Chargers Matt "Money" Smith previews Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Chargers rookie linebacker Kenneth Murray will look to stop the last quarterback he faced in college -- the Bengals' Joe Burrow -- as well as a fellow Oklahoma Sooner, running back Joe Mixon, this Sunday in Cincinnati.
The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. tells us what the Bengals are saying about the Chargers coming to town in Week 1 and how rookie quarterback Joe Burrow has progressed in his short time in Cincinnati.
Harlan will be on the call this Sunday for Chargers at Bengals along with Trent Green and Melanie Collins on CBS.
The Chargers radio sideline reporter joined Hayley Elwood on Playmakers to discuss impressions of Tyrod Taylor, Keenan Allen, and her memories of Austin Ekeler's standout preseason game a few years ago.
Join Kirsten Watson and Matt "Money" Smith as they break down the final episode of Hard Knocks: Los Angeles and don't miss special guests Tom Telesco and Michael Badgley to get their insights on the show and what's coming for the Chargers in 2020.
Wide receiver Keenan Allen joins Hayley Elwood to discuss what his recent contract extension means, what he learned from vets that came before him, his goals for this next chapter in his career, and more.
Keenan Allen wired for sound at 2020 Training Camp.
A preview of this week's episode of "Chargers Weekly" as Chris Hayre is joined by NFL Media's Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler.
Austin Ekeler's standout performance in the 2017 preseason finale earned him a spot on the Chargers' 53-man roster. Now, he's one of the top running backs in the NFL.


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Wizz Air Holdings Plc (LON:WIZZ) said it has signed a deal, valued in excess of US$17.2bn, for 146 new Airbus aircraft.
The budget airline said in a statement that Airbus has granted it "significant discounts" in the deal for the Airbus A320neo Family aircraft.
READ: Wizz Air confirms interest in failed Monarch's runway slots as it lifts profit forecast
The deal includes the purchase of 72 Airbus A320neos and 74 Airbus A321neos for delivery between 2021 and 2026, enabling Wizz Air to renew its existing fleet and provide additional capacity for further growth.
Wizz Air said it has also negotiated a significant amount of flexibility with Airbus to ensure the aircraft delivery stream matches its operational needs, including the ability to convert a certain number of A321neo aircraft to the same number of A320neo aircraft and vice versa.
Wizz Air added that it will retain flexibility in determining the most favourable method of financing the deal.
READ: Wizz Air applies for UK licence ahead of Brexit amid fears flights between UK and EU could stop
József Váradi, Wizz Air Chief Executive, said the order will help the budget airline to continue to drive its operating costs lower.
"Airbus is a key partner for us and we believe they have the best aircraft to serve our markets and we are happy to be continuing our longstanding relationship with them." he added.
Wizz Air has an outstanding commitment to purchase a further 135 aircraft from Airbus, comprising 8 A320ceo aircraft and 17 A321ceo aircraft.


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College voucher bill killed
May 1, 2003
DENVER – A bill that would have made Colorado the first state in the nation to give tax money directly to students instead of universities was killed Wednesday at the sponsor's request.
House Majority Leader Keith King, R-Colorado Springs, asked the House Appropriations Committee to delay action on his bill until after the session, effectively killing it.
"Since it's a big issue, when we change things dramatically sometimes things take more than one year," he said.
King also acknowledged that he lacked the votes to get House Bill 1336 out of the committee. He plans to try again next year, and supporters said they would be behind him again.
"I'm personally not willing to give up on it," he said.
The bill would have awarded each high school student $3,200 annually for up to four years, and would have cut off aid to undergraduates at 140 credit hours. The bill also would have helped graduate students and would have allowed qualifying adults to return to school.
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The leaders of Greeley's two institutions of higher education supported the concept of vouchers, but said Wednesday that they were not surprised to see the bill fail this year.
"The stresses of the budget year have been so great that I did not think anyone would have the stomach for doing something creative or taking any risks in adopting different funding for higher education," said Kay Norton, president of the University of Northern Colorado
The concept was a good idea, but the details need more fine-tuning, said Marsi Liddell, president of Aims Community College.
"I think its strongest merit is that the funding follows the students," Liddell said. "If the details get fleshed out and concept gets preserved, it will have another chance in the next legislative session."
The idea of vouchers came from a push from the governor to get more low-income students into college. That issue is still a concern, Norton said.
"It's unfortunate that a lot of our citizens will continue not to know that the state is investing in their educations and they are walking away from that," Norton said. "We still have the issue that we don't have enough young Colorado citizens going into higher education and we still have to deal with that issue."
Students would have been responsible for making up the remaining cost by either paying out of their pocket or securing financial aid.
King has said while Colorado's tuition rates are among the lowest in the country, 39 percent of high school graduates go to college, ranking the state 27th nationally.
His bill was designed to prompt more students to continue their education.
King said the state's tight budget was the most difficult hurdle for him to overcome. The measure would have increased the state's share of higher education funding by $34 million next year.
The plan received support from many college and university officials who said it would help offset the effects of recent budget cuts by allowing tuition increases that are limited under current law.
Opponents were concerned that the legislature wouldn't have enough control over the amount of stipends flowing to students, and some lawmakers were concerned that the stipends would become entitlements.
Rep. Joe Stengel, R-Littleton, who earlier voted against the bill, said he was concerned it would dry up funding for community colleges, which he said provide a crucial avenue to higher education for a large number of students.
"I'm not willing to take that chance," he said. "Those colleges are too important for Colorado."
The measure would have raised tuition by 5 percent at four-year universities but cut community college tuition 25 percent to $1,300 per year.
Other opponents were concerned that the bill would open the door to sending state funding to private colleges. King and his supporters said that was never the intent.
"The private school issue was resolved, and the legislature would have had as much flexibility as now to reduce funding to higher education if they needed to," said Joan Ringel, a spokeswoman for the Colorado Commission on Higher Education.
She said the commission, which distributes state funding among public colleges and universities, remains supportive of the concept and will help King with it next year.
Briggs Gamblin, a spokes-man for Colorado Community College System director Joe May, said community colleges were not concerned about the tuition changes proposed in King's bill.
The state cut 12.9 percent, or $81.3 million, of funding for Colorado's 28 universities and colleges for the 2002-03 fiscal year. Tuition increases to offset the decline are restricted by a constitutional amendment and approval from lawmakers.
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While almost any natural, plant-based oil has its benefits, there might also be underlying skepticism regarding its use. In the case of Tea Tree essential oil, we know that it is a highly popular and renowned essential oil in the health and wellness community because of its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting abilities. What are some diverging beliefs?
Myth #1: Tea tree oil is estrogenic and bad for men to use
In a 2007 research report, doctors based in Colorado and North Carolina concluded that Lavender and Tea Tree essential oils "were responsible for breast growth in three boys," or produced an estrogenic effect when used. It was later confirmed that the tests were done in vitro (in an artificial environment or using a test tube) and the plastic containers for these tests were contaminated with phthalates, or harmful substances added to plastics to increase elasticity. When plastic comes in contact with an essential oil, it can melt into the oil, which explains the faulty result that Tea Tree produces an estrogenic effect on the human body. Myth: debunked.
Myth #2: Therapeutic-grade Tea Tree essential oil does not exist
It all depends on the company and how they define "therapeutic-grade." For instance, Way of Will learned that "professional growers and providers have annual gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analyses, or GC reports, that detail the plant quality from a grower on any given year." Way of Will's Tea Tree essential oil is imported from native Australia and known for its healing and therapeutic qualities.
Myth #3: Undiluted Tea Tree essential oil can be used on the skin, and other essential oils cannot
No! This goes back to the fact that just because something is natural does not mean that it's safe to use on your skin in raw form. Using Tea Tree essential oil or any essential oil on the skin will cause adverse reactions if it is not diluted properly with a carrier oil or other diluting substance. If you use undiluted oils on your skin and experience skin irritation, burn, rash or allergic reaction, that is your body telling you that you need to stop!
We touched upon the biggest myths in the essential oil community. Do you think we missed any? Tell us in the comments section below.


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Thomas E. Reynolds
Associate Professor of Theology, Emmanuel College of Victoria University
B.A., Vanderbilt University, M.T.S., Vanderbilt University, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University,
Recently joined the Emmanuel College faculty in 2007 as an Associate Professor of Theology, previously taught in the Religious Studies department at St. Norbert College (De Pere, WI). His research and teaching interests are in constructive theology (particularly the doctrine of God, pneumatology, and theological anthropology), contextual theologies, religious pluralism and interfaith dialogue, theological method, hermeneutics, and philosophical theology, but also includes topics related to disability studies, aesthetics, and the thought and influence of Friedrich Schleiermacher.
He is currently working on a monograph entitled, Remembering Ourselves Differently: Theology in a Pluralist and Global Era, which explores the way memory, tradition, and the witness of faith are transformed in pluralistic and globalizing contexts.
Tom is married and enjoys spending time with his family of four, playing jazz piano, listening to music of all kinds, biking, exercise, and nature in whatever way possible. Music runs deep in his life: while finishing his graduate degree he played music professionally in Nashville, TN.
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In Argentina, as in many Latin American countries, September is a month to celebrate the Bible. Churches coordinate lectures, workshops and conferences for youth.
The complete 'Handwritten Bible', created by tens of thousands of people across Britain and Northern Ireland, has gone online for the first time.
The British Library has raised more than half of the £9 million needed to buy the C7th St Cuthbert Gospel before the purchase deadline expires in eight months.
Tens of thousands of people across Britain and Northern Ireland have transcribed the Bible by hand in the last 12 months, as part of a Methodist project.
A film about Kimani Ng'ang'a Maruge, an 84-year-old man who enrolled in primary school in 2003 so he could learn to read the Bible, has inspired the creation of an educational charity for unprivileged children around the world.
It is not the non-theistic philosophy that is dismaying in Grayling's new 'secular bible', says Maggi dawn. It's the sheer failure of imagination of someone who will dismiss the real Bible as mumbo jumbo, while putting their own uninspiring prose out there as an alternative.
Global commemorations of International Women's Day have included a public call for reading the Bible "through a gender lens".
The King James Bible may not be the dominant cultural reference point it once was in the United States, but it still influences contemporary letters in the country, argues a new book.
A very curious thing happened this afternoon. The Queen began her traditional Christmas Day television and radio broadcast with seven paragraphs on "the King James, or Authorised, Bible, which next year [2011] will be exactly four centuries old"... before concluding that it was all done "to build communities and create harmony, and one of the most powerful ways of doing this is through sport and games."
Asian Christian leaders have challenged a distorted interpretation of the Genesis story about God telling humans to "subdue" the earth.
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Our Opinion: Keep calm and be smart about the virus
To paraphrase one-time Brattleboro resident Rudyard Kipling, these are times when we are called upon to "keep your head when all about you are losing theirs."
Vermont and the world are now in the midst of a pandemic, according to the World Health Organization. The COVID-19 strain of coronavirus spreads quickly, but it is no mere cold or flu, especially for the elderly and those with compromised immune systems or respiratory problems. Unlike the flu, we lack a vaccine or "herd immunity" for this illness.
This virus will not be fought by hoarding all the toilet paper, hand sanitizer, dried pasta and disposable face masks at the local supermarket. It will not be lessened by folks who act like rules are for other people by breaking quarantines.
The virus can be brought under control if we all calmly show leadership, keeping our heads when others seem to be losing theirs. This means risking disappointment and canceling events and trips that would widen exposure to the virus. It also means business leaders paying sick time to employees, so they don't come to work and make everyone else sick, or allowing workers to telecommute.
At the national level, while no one with money in the stock market is happy with the coronavirus-related downturn, recovery is unlikely to come until the pandemic is curtailed. President Trump's proposal to eliminate the payroll tax during the pandemic as a supposed economic boost won't help the people who most need it — the unemployed and those of low income — while reducing a source of needed revenue. What the White House must do is speak with one voice about the pandemic, but the president, Vice President Mike Pence (who is nominally in charge of the federal response) and various health officials within the administration are sending out mixed messages that only heighten people's concerns.
What people can do is follow the CDC's preventative measures to avoid becoming sick (visit cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov). Those measures include cleaning your hands often — washing for 20 seconds at least with soap and water or using a hand-sanitizer and avoiding close contact with people who are sick. The elderly and those with compromised immune systems must take extra care in keeping hands clean and avoiding large crowds or well-traveled areas.
Vermont has only one presumptive case of COVID-19 as this is being written, at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington. But the Scott administration and elected and local leaders are treating this crisis with the seriousness it deserves, and that's a good sign. It gives us confidence, for example, when lawmakers communicate the details of health briefings on their social media channels, and when hospitals and health care organizations share their plans and concerns with the community.
But leadership doesn't end at an office door. We have to do our part, too.
It's up to us to insist on transparency from our leaders, and to listen to the advice that might save lives. Given the public health concerns, this newspaper's coronavirus coverage online is and will remain available to all without a paywall, so that residents can keep track of rapid developments and make decisions based on facts.
It's also up to us to prevent the virus from growing at a rate faster than our health system can handle. The alternative is an overwhelmed hospital that must turn away patients — and not just coronavirus sufferers, but everyone else who needs an emergency room. Car accidents don't wait for pandemics to run their course.
Finding the balance between calm and concern isn't easy. But that is what is required as our communities join the state, nation and world in confronting the pandemic. Acquiring and heeding good information may be the best way for people to find that balance.
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Game of Thrones 3.08 'Second Sons' - Review
Subtle cruelty has a running theme throughout this week's Game of Thrones episode as our characters use dubious, secretive methods in their power plays. Most notably, sellsword Daario Naharis sneaks into Daenerys' bathroom to pledge his allegiance to her, having held a knife to her handmaiden's throat and chopped the heads off his two partners. This new allegiance probably won't be easy-going then; especially as the sellsword is ready to murder his co-workers so quickly at the drop of a hat, or in this case, a dragon.
Meanwhile at Dragonstone, silver-tongued Melisandre puts some smooth moves onto a happily surprised Gendry, seducing him so she can chain him to a bed. Following this, she harnesses the power of his blood by leeching him all over, including places he would much rather not have blood-sucking creepy-crawlies. Does her leech magic actually help Stannis' cause? From what we've seen so far, all it has managed to do is edge Stannis further towards obsessive insanity in his following of Melisandre and fasten her manipulative grip on him, both literally and metaphorically. We're interested to see whether this magic actually pays off at some point and Stannis gets to win a battle. And is his wife (the actual one, not the witch) still going crazy in the disturbing tower with the creepily pickled dead babies?
Talking of babies, Tywin Lannister's demand of them from Tyrion and Sansa looks like it'll take a while to come to fruition as the begrudged and mismatched Stark/Lannister wedding takes place. We're reminded of Sansa's vulnerability as she confesses she's only fourteen to a drunk Tyrion, who subsequently refuses to share her bed until she wants him to, which Sansa implies will never happen. Poor Tyrion. It's not looking great for Sansa either though, as she is threatened by Joffrey with a bedtime visit from the King himself, who claims he might on a whim try to impregnate her. So once again, it seems there's further horrific times ahead for young Sansa, but aren't we starting to get a little bored of watching her suffer? We were more gripped by Margaery and Cersei's tense discussion; despite being forced to marry Loras, Cersei is doing her utmost to maintain her Queen Bitch status in King's Landing. But will it remain after her wedding?
Finally, Sam demonstrates his bravery in protecting Gilly and the baby against a white walker by stabbing it with some dragon glass which seems to do the trick in killing it. We're very impressed by this, until he leaves the dragon glass behind whilst running away, despite not being chased by any other white walkers. Why leave behind the one weapon that can save you? It may be a detail missed by producers or key to a future storyline, nevertheless it left the episode ending with an infuriatingly bitter taste. A shame for a show which usually provides believably realistic behaviour from its characters.


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One of the first models in our Kakadu Traders hat collection and definitely a Kakadu - the classic Bushranger outdoor leather hat. The strong leather is pre-oiled and therefore impregnated. The hat has a high crown and a naturally curved brim. Optimal air circulation through three ventilation holes in the hat block. Chin strap eyelets for a hat strap are located inside. The hat band is made of a 3-strand braided leather band in hat color. Sun protection factor UPF 50+. Made in Australia.
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It was a special night at PC North Friday.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation honored the wish of Carolina Barillas.
The Hinton freshman thought she was there to judge a cake contest. Instead it was revealed that she'll get to meet the Cake Boss himself, Buddy Valastro.
PC North students raised money to fulfill Carolina's wish.


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Photo: Monica Lee Moore
Of the nine known planets that orbit our sun, Earth is the only planet known to support life. Yet the ability for the Earth to support all living creatures is in jeopardy. Global warming, destruction of the ozone layer, rising ocean levels, depleting supplies of fresh water, deforestation, and soil erosion are adversely affecting life on Earth and contributing to the largest-scale extinction since the time of the dinosaurs.
The Gaia Theory asserts that the Earth is alive and has the ability and capacity for self-correction that is characterized by all living organisms. This theory also asserts that all living organisms are interconnected; the Earth is not a machine. It is a living, breathing organism. The Deep Ecology Movement, an environmental movement defined by this interconnectedness, was born from supporters of the Gaia Theory.
According to the Gaia Theory, the Earth's living qualities emerge from the interactions of all living beings with each other and with other non-living parts of the environment, such as the rocks, the atmosphere and oceans. The Gaia Theory continues to suggest that the sum of all the Earth's living organisms creates a single living system, in which all the parts are interconnected and everything we do resonated with the whole.
Founders of the Gaia Theory, atmospheric chemist James Lovelock and evolutionary biologist Lynn Margulis, also asserted that the Earth, as a living organism, has the ability to self-regulate critical characteristics of its environment, such as mixture of gases, average temperature and the salinity of the oceans.
The Gaia Theory has been rejected by scientists, arguing that this theory implies that the Earth has intent and purpose. Scientists consider the whole system to be unconscious, blind and functioning by random interactions of matter. However, the Gaia Theory helps us understand the wonders and interdependence of all things in the natural world. Indeed, applying the Gaia Theory to our understanding and interactions with the world allows us to engage with the qualities of interconnectedness and the unspeakable magnificence of the Earth.
This awareness helps develop a deep appreciation for the intrinsic value in all living things and the interconnectedness of all living things, putting our empathy for all living things at the forefront of our way of dealing with the world and helping establish a means of knowing and imagining connections on this planet. This awareness also forces us to oppose all ecological abuses. Finally, the Gaia Theory asserts that, because the planet is living, the planet can also die.
This awareness and developed sensitivity to all living things is the cornerstone
of the Deep Ecology Movement. The principles of the Deep Ecology
Movement are:
1. Every living organism has inherent worth and intrinsic value. The ecosystem has its own value beyond human beings.
2. Richness and diverse life forms have value in and of themselves.
3. Humans have no right to reduce this richness and diversity except to satisfy vital needs.
4. Reduction of human population is essential. Flourishing of nonhuman life requires reduction of population. Humans are crowding out other species from any chance of survival.
5. The present rate of consumption is far more excessive than humans need to survive.
6. Policies must be changed. Economic, technological, and ideological structures must reflect a greater respect for all living organisms. Ultimately, humans need to change the way we live.
7. An ideological change needs to occur: appreciate quality of life as opposed to increasing our quality of life.
8. Those who subscribe to the foregoing propositions have an obligation to live by and advocate for this style of living on the Earth.


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A Little Murder Music - Diana RamsayThriller Book Club, 1972, Hardback in Dust Wrapper.
Condition: Very Good - in Very Good DJ. Edges of DJ a little edgeworn with several small nicks and chips, one small closed tear and crease at lower edge of upper panel. Pages tanned toward edges although text bright.
New York's Polyhymnia Hall was full for the concert given by the famous Cantabile players, until the conductor suddenly fell from the podium dead. 191pp. Size: 8vo Crown (7½" x 5") Jacket Designed by Reginald Brill. Dust wrapper in protective, removable sleeve.


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We begin BBC America's Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency season two episode eight with a flashback to a young Arnold Cardenas. He watches from the doorway as his parents get into a heated argument that results in the vase breaking and his mom stabbing his dad in the forehead with scissors.
It turns out there is another boy and both children watch as Marina Cardenas drives away. The younger boy's eyes roll back in his head and he passes out. Arnold continues watching as his mom's car begins flying into the night sky away from their home. When he returns to the kitchen, his father's blood is on the floor but his dad's body is missing.
Fast forward to current events and Mr. Priest (Alan Tudyk) and his Blackwing men crawl all over the Cardenas house. Mr. Priest alerts Friedkin (Dustin Milligan) of the fact there's a portal in the upstairs bedroom, labeling it a "pocket dimension." Friedkin isn't even capable of pretending he understands, so Ken (Mpho Koaho) takes over the conversation.
Mr. Priest has the flying purple people eater locked up and reports there are no signs of Dirk or Todd in the house. Farah Black is also missing. Ken tells him to lock down the entire county as a convergence is likely coming soon.
Ken, who's now cleaned up and wearing a suit, tries to explain things to Friedkin but Friedkin is about ready to explode. He doesn't understand how seven people have just disappeared.
Farah (Jade Eshete) makes her way back to the sheriff's station and she's immediately shot at by Tina (Izzie Steele) who doesn't realize it's Farah coming through the door. Tina's frazzled and confused as to how Suzie Boreton could have been a witch. "She shot flying guillotine shapes out of a stick," says Tina, demanding to know how that happened. Tina also reveals the prisoners have all disappeared, the internet's down, and the radio is just spewing government sh*t.
Tina's not even close to calming down as she explains the scissor sword is missing and there were scary military dudes at the hospital. Farah finally gets her to breathe, but when Tina tries to leave Farah stops her. Farah believes Todd and Dirk went to Wendimoor so now they'll have to stop Suzie on their own. She suggests they go to her home, get her wand, and arrest her.
Tina's incredibly worried about Hobbs who's still missing. She admits he's her best friend and the only reason she took the job in the first place.
Meanwhile in Wendimoor, Dirk (Samuel Barnett) is being chased through the woods by his "girlfriend." He spots a Kellum truck that's totally out of place but keeps running. Then he spots a horse drawn carriage and jumps in the back.
Elsewhere in Wendimoor, Todd (Elijah Wood) and Amanda (Hannah Marks) are chained up in a horse stall. Amanda's still mad at him and Todd apologizes for Wakti being killed. Todd explains all he's done is try and rescue her, but Amanda's still not happy with him. Todd then reveals he has Pararibulitis. Amanda's shocked, and Todd says he thought it meant he couldn't give up and had to make things right with his sister. Only then could life be normal again.
Frija Dengdamor (Karin Konoval) and Wygar Oak (Aleks Paunovic) arrive and interrupt the siblings' conversation.
Back at the Blackwing facility, Friedkin and Ken return to Ken's taxi where he attempts to explain everything to Friedkin. Mona Wilder is Project Lamia, a variable physical non-constant. She can become anything. Ken reveals she's most comfortable as an inanimate object. She was a chair for six years. Ken plays the tape that shows the Panic Pete squeeze toy is probably Mona Wilder.
Suzie (Amanda Walsh) is learning the ropes in Wendimoor, trying to read from the spell book and not having any luck. She wants to control Wakti's pool (the one Amanda was using to hone her special skills) because controlling the pool will allow her to control the world. Her eyes bleed as she stabs her wand into the pool while cackling uncontrollably.
The carriage containing Dirk arrives in town and he leaps out. He pretends to be a normal guy, but does a horrible job at it. He tries out different accents while helping the driver remove large, sharp blades. The driver explains the blades are meant to bring justice to two witch-a-coo-coos, a brother and sister from another world.
The driver, who's also the executioner, sets up the blades and they form a large pair of lethal scissors.
Wygar questions Todd, asking if he works for the Trosts or The Mage. Todd tries his best to explain, saying the weapons the Trosts had are called guns and they're from his world. Frija doesn't believe they are from another world, and Todd goes off about how he's having a hard time believing he's in her world.
Amanda takes the angry energy level down a notch or two by apologizing to Frija about the loss of her son, Farson. She calls Farson a great person, but adds Farson was never kidnapped. Amanda explains Farson ran away because of all the fighting and got captured by the Kellum knights. Amanda warns the Kellum knights are coming and Frija needs to make peace with the Trosts before they're all wiped out.
Frija is having none of it and tells Amanda to stop lying. She orders the siblings to be executed. Hidden outside, Dirk overhears the order.
Farah and Tina arrive at Suzie's house but she's not there. Scott the frog is, but they don't know he's really Suzie's son. They find Suzie's husband, Bob, sitting in front of the TV with a video tape of Suzie telling him to remain seated. Tina discovers the TV isn't plugged in.
Back in Wendimoor, Todd tries to take his pills but Amanda knocks them away. She explains Wakti was teaching her to "weaponize her attacks." Maybe Todd is capable of that, too. Unfortunately, he swallowed a pill before she explained this.
Amanda demands Todd hit her, but he refuses so she hits him. She thinks if he hits her it will trigger an attack. She keeps hitting him until finally he does hit her back. It doesn't trigger an attack of anything but giggles. They remember something funny from their childhood and then get into a slap fight.
Dirk is once again on the run from his girlfriend.
Todd explains he and Farah were on the run and that's why he dyed his hair black. Amanda's happy to learn he and Farah hooked up, and he admits he was really worried about her. He knows he hurt her and Amanda admits she wants her brother back. When she looks at him now, she's not sure she knows him. He apologizes again.
Back at the Boreton place, Farah and Tina remove thumbtacks from Bob's face. They think the magical TV has kept Bob in a trance, and then The Mage shocks them by speaking to them from the TV. Farah says they want to talk to Suzie, but he explains she's in Wendimoor.
The TV images of The Mage and Suzie instruct Bob to kill Farah and Tina. He attacks and the women fight back. Bob gets the upper hand and is strangling Tina when Farah shoots the TV. He drops Tina and stops fighting.
Dirk's still on the run through Wendimoor when he runs smack dab into The Rowdy 3. He screams at them to leave and then his girlfriend arrives to make things even more confusing. Dirk punches Martin (Michael Eklund) and immediately confesses he's never hit anyone before in his life. He's completely confused and his hand might be broken. He asks them not to hit him and then reveals Amanda and Todd have been captured and are about to be executed. The Rowdy 3 want to immediately leave to rescue Amanda and Todd, but Dirk reminds them they don't even know where to go. He adds that there are too many people for them to take on alone, and Vogel (Osric Chau) – at Martin's urging – asks if Dirk has a better idea. He does, of course.
The Rowdy 3 agree Dirk is now in charge.
Todd and Amanda wear dunce caps as they're walked through a screaming crowd. Soft puffy things are thrown at them, and Todd and Amanda respond by flipping off the crowd.
Farah tries to get the location of The Mage out of Bob but he just grunts. Tina attempts to get the answer by making him grunt for a yes or stay silent for a no. Bob indicates Suzie isn't coming back from Wendimoor and The Mage is still here on Earth. Bob reveals he knows where Hobbs is and Tina can barely control herself as she tries to get answers from him. She reminds him she's a good friend and asks him to reach deep down to tell her where Hobbs is. Bob struggles and says Hobbs is at the quarry.
Todd and Dirk are on the stage, minutes from their execution. They're standing on blocks with their hands in cuffs over their heads. Frija takes the stage and says everything is the Trosts' fault. She assures her people the chaos ends today, just as The Rowdy 3 arrive in the Kellum truck.
Dirk takes off his executioner hood and Amanda and Todd couldn't be happier to see him. The Rowdy 3 continue to beat up the crowd as Dirk frees his friends. They hug but then Silas Dengdamor (Lee Majdoub) breaks up the happy reunion by holding them at scissor point. Dirk decides now's his time to be brave and challenges Silas to a scissor duel.
Martin's also found a worthy foe in Wygar. Dirk and Silas fight as do Wygar and Martin, and there's lots of tossing of bodies and scissor action. The Rowdy 3 team up to take on Wygar but he's not an easy enemy to get the better of.
Silas and Dirk continue to fight and then suddenly Dirk is able to cut Silas' arm. Dirk, who's a novice at this whole fighting thing, believes that means he won. Unfortunately, Dirk's wrong and Silas cuts his arm. Amanda rushes to him, calling out, "Dirk!" Silas had no idea he was fighting Dirk Gently!
Amanda and Todd attack Silas and then make a run for it with Dirk. Wygar sees Silas go down, which gives Dirk's girlfriend a chance to attack Wygar. The Rowdy 3, Todd, Dirk, Amanda, and the girlfriend make it into the truck along with a kidnapped Silas.
Silas comes to and Dirk says, "As I always say, any boyfriend of Panto's is someone I might meet in another dimension." They get Silas to his feet and Dirk asks how long the feud between the Dengdamors and the Trosts has been going on. It turns out the answer is three generations which is the beginning of time in Wendimoor.
Todd realizes that Dirk has solved the case!
Dirk explains the whole thing, beginning with the Cardenas', Arnold, and the baby in the boat. They raised the baby boy but he had "god-like, reality-warping powers that activated whenever he fell asleep." His dreams would come true, but in a bad way.
The weirdness in Bergsberg attracted a predecessor to Blackwing. The Cardenas' couldn't handle all this and didn't know if they should sell the farm to the Kellum Corporation. Silas recognizes the name Kellum – it's The Mage's name.
The Rowdy 3 don't get it but they love it.
Dirk continues, explaining Marina Cardenas sold the farm, bought a car, and accidentally killed her husband with scissors. The boy freaked out, retreated into a dream state, launched his mom into space, and put his dad in a tree.
Amanda stops all this to ask if there's a new case going on. Dirk says the case they were working at home is the same one they're working in Wendimoor.
Arnold was left alone with the boy and, scared, he called the government. He turned in the boy, betraying his brother. However, the boy was so stressed by the government agents that he tried to make his fantasy real. He created Wendimoor in an instant, just from his mind.
Silas figures out that means the people of Wendimoor are just "figments of a scared child's mind." Dirk disagrees, saying they are real people. The boy's dream was like a big bang – the 1967 event – and because the boy fell into a coma, Wendimoor's been falling into chaos without its rightful ruler. The boy must be returned to Wendimoor to set everything right.
Dirk does his "Did it!" move, explaining he's making it a thing. He's quite pleased with himself. The Rowdy 3 believe all this because it's nerdy bullsh*t.
Todd still doesn't understand who Suzie Boreton is and neither does Dirk. However, Dirk does admit he hates her. But the most important thing is, Dirk knows who and where the boy is. He's Project Moloch and he's locked up in Blackwing. That's where he was taken as a kid and where he remains.
Amanda remembers Wakti saying she had a friend in Blackwing. Dirk gets super excited because he knows Wakti's friend must be Mona Wilder!
Silas asks if Dirk can fulfill the prophecy by returning the boy and saving Wendimoor, and Dirk enthusiastically says he can. But, they have to get to Blackwing to do that. Vogel shouts that Amanda can do that, and she admits she did learn how to do that just yesterday.
Dirk does a happy dance and Todd says, "Everything is connected." The gang laugh until Suzie appears with her wand.
Tina and Farah head to the quarry to search for Hobbs. They find his car, but The Mage has beat them to it. The Mage zaps them both with his wand.
More on Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2:
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 1
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 2
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 3
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 4
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 5
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 6
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 7
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 9
– Recap of Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Season 2 Episode 10
– Samuel Barnett and Elijah Wood Interview
– Hannah Marks and Jade Eshete Interview
– Fiona Dourif and Mpho Koaho Interview
– Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine Interview
– Max Landis and Robert Cooper Interview