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i have been going through a phase in which i like men who act like boys, i realized. not literal boys (except in the last boy's case, which was weird as he was 10 years younger, and it not only didn't last long but ended in my utter and deserved humiliation- oh but he had heartbreaking potential!).... choke, i digress... there is something that is so familiar to me about boys. i guess i just think of the people who made me happy while i was growing up. the boys i played nintendo with, the boys i would slip notes to in one of my junior high schools, where i was the only white girl in most of my classes and they would all line up in their baggy pants and wifebeaters to protect me valiantly from each other at lunchtime... or in one of my high schools, where the notes were mostly returned by clean cut athletes or mysterious drama students with the "no" box checked, to my sad shyness, but in which they all came back around later and took me to the movies (dates on which i wouldn't say a single word, driving them mad on the drive home). the boys i would talk on the phone to for hours (with rehearsed script in hand), do drugs and wander through the suburbs with in my solo 3 month drug phase, boys i would go on road trips with, pee on the side of the road with. lay around listening to music and looking at the glow stars on my ceiling with. boys i watch marathons of movies with, and make homemade porn videos with. boy i would go furniture shopping with. take baths with. boys who would run around with me on the playground and climb the jungle gym. boys i met on the floor of the bathroom at college parties. boys i peeled off of me jabbering and drooling in various backpacker ghettoes around the world. boys i stalked in clubs. boys i fought on the playground in my little brother's honor. boys i danced with, sang to, slapped and tickled. slept intertwined with. boys i philosophized with, lived with, grew up with.
i want a boy i can enjoy my life with. men are too serious. but... the men in my life could have all decorated wanted posters or covers of books about, say, bigoted immigrants who shirk all responsibility except for themselves, stars of after school specials on sex abuse and drug addiction. maybe i am too scared of men. all the responsibility involved in sex (as my boy above said, "too many designs"). the fear of being used. (the fear, period of things i have long put out of my head i thought). the fear of commitment. the crassness of growing old and ugly. the mediocrity of the single identity that you melt into with a man. the slithering of ties around your wrists. the guilt and contemptuousness thrown at each other like pies in the face.
yeah so boys.... but i have met a couple of men lately who have proven me wrong about men- or at least some of them. they have been kind, respectful, honest, interested. one of them with blue eyes and long lashes declared his infatuation with me at the coffeeshop this morning, and i melted appropriately. one of them escorted me home the other night, many blocks walking his bike. no pressure, genuine friendliness in the latter case. no pressure, but direct and honest lust from the former, for me as a whole, not just the exterior. it intrigued me. i wonder... well i appreciate the lesson but i am still not relaxed enough to trust them or (ack) make love to them (men!). even though the loins are stirring properly at the sight of a manly set of shoulders, a mysterious glare. i just can't tap that deep, passionate... thing that is supposed to happen with a man. i have never been able to look into a man's eyes and see any respect or caring there, and that is it for me, no intimacy possible from that point on. & in a lot of ways i have repressed my identity as a woman as well, preferring to remain a girl. hating the woman in me. i wonder if that will ever change?
people tell me that there are other types of relationships, but i don't really believe in them. i think people fall in love with love, and then out of it. they all just need something to believe in, like religion, at which i also scoff regularly. i think comfort is better long term (or is it?)... anyway i have been reading another girl's story of late, a writer like me but probably better, more focused. in boulder. one of those interesting people i meet a week or so before i leave a place, ugh. but she is awakening me with her writing to the magic of men. the romance and passion. the integrity. her name is 'k', and i appreciate her(!) for that. i now look forward to a whole city full of amazing men to practice acclimating myself to, in my head anyway, and a new girl friend to reflect off of and sometimes model. (i'll take another tantra yoga class too and whoever unstops this bottle is going to have a hell of a flood, god help them. hehe.) ahem. let's see.


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This photo (of my cousin James, on Duncan Island, Ont.) encompasses the entire Canadian cottage experience. One of the best parts of the cottage is waking up at the cottage. It's a different kind of waking up.
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The first idea we gave up on was painting. After buying our cabin in northern B.C. (a shack, really, valued at zero dollars by tax assessors and more rustic than your average ice-fishing hut), my partner, Alisa, and I had gotten all peppy about painting it yellow. Oh, butter yellow would be lovely. With sage-green trim. Then we thought, Why bother? Everyone agreed the thing was a teardown, if it didn't fall down first. I'm not exaggerating here. Whenever we went to the cabin, we brought a tent in case we found it lying on the ground. It was not so much a cottage as a giant game of Jenga.
We turned our attention to what I grandly called "the grounds." The shack sat at the edge of a clearing, which had evolved into an enormous woven mat of tall grass and thorns and prehistoric-looking cow parsnips that filled the air with a scent like medicated foot powder. A team of us waded in with scythes, machetes, and axes. We had hardly liberated the cabin from its straightjacket of green when an angry bird rose up to let us know that we were about to destroy her hidden nest. But of course— the briar patch that threatened our home was itself a home to many a critter. The bird was serving notice that she had prior rights. We chose not to dispute her claim.
And so it has gone, all through the years. We have not, as planned and planned again, repaired the roof. Careful sketches exist of our new foundation, but the new foundation does not exist. We did not put in a well or make improvements to the perilous outhouse. We have not installed a charming gate or a deck or solar panels or a sauna or a smoker or a firepit or one of those great outdoor showers that I really love when I use them at other people's places. Even at the height of the pergola craze, we did not build a pergola. The inside of the cabin, meanwhile, looks as much like a rural crime scene as it did on the day that we bought it.

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In 2003, the value of these construction minerals was $74 million. Encyclopedia.com explains approximately 600,000 metric tons of construction sand and gravel was produced in that year, while 6.5 million metric tons of crushed stone was mined. The crushed stone alone was valued at $66.6 million.
Huge manganese deposits exist underneath the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii. Nickel and cobalt are also found in these manganese deposits. Hawaii expects to see an employment boom from these deposits with technicians, geologists and scientists. Future revenues from these natural resources can bring an economic boost of $100 million from Chinese companies, according to Pacific Business News. In the late 1990s, foreign companies invested between $2 and $3 million to mine manganese south of the Big Island and 15,000 feet under the surface of the ocean.
There are no coal mines in Hawaii. The U.S. Energy Information Administration states there is just one coal-fired power plant in the entire island chain.


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Until now, I've been a little under whelmed (and sometimes flat-out disappointed) by the selection of so-called "chocolate beers" on the market today. Most seem to be regular stouts that happen to have a chocolate finish, rather than being chocolate-flavored beers. Well, I can finally rest easy because Rogue Chocolate Stout is exactly the chocolate beer I've been looking for all this time. It's a rich, sweet, delicious beer with authentic chocolate taste without the gimmicks of the others of the style.
There's something very ironic by finding appeal in a beer that pours and looks like motor oil as it flows out of the bottle. This beer has an absolutely opaque black body with a dark brown, foamy head. The head lingers for quite a while and leaves plenty of lacing on the glass. The aroma is typical for a stout, and surprisingly subdued compared to the taste. A faint chocolate scent is detectable, but otherwise this beer is playing it incognito.
Probably the reason I've been so unimpressed by other "chocolate beers" to date is due to the fact their chocolaty taste isn't noticeable until the finish and in the aftertaste. The difference with Rogue Chocolate Stout is noticeable immediately as soon as the head touched my tongue. Once the liquid itself hit my palate it was simply a chocolate orgy of flavor.
This is exactly the taste I've been hoping for. Sure, a dark, roasty beer with a chocolate/coffee component is quite tasty, but sometimes it's fun to make chocolate the first and foremost ingredient. Although Rogue claims this beer is made with "natural chocolate flavors" among other high-quality brewing ingredients, it seems rich and authentic to me.
And yet the beer still has all the makings of a great beer. Piney, cascade hops are very noticeable in the flavor, so much so that I might even go as far as to describe it as citrusy. This also gives the beer more of bitter, dark chocolate taste than a sugary, gimmicky taste.
I've yet the find a stout that is anything other than silky smooth. Needless to say, Rogue Chocolate Stout is an extremely easy beer to drink, which is made all the more impressive considering how strong its flavor is.
The caveat to this beer might be its weight, which feels a lot heavier than its statistics make it out to be. At 6.3% ABV, Rogue Chocolate Stout is only an above-average brew as far potency, but in terms of sheer volume is certainly feels heavier than it probably is. I drank my 22oz bomber bottle rather quickly, and it felt as though I had drank 3 or 4 regular beers. That's why this works well as a dessert beer, rather than any kind of session brew.
In a way, I'm actually glad I'm just now trying Rogue Chocolate Stout. Because if I had tried this first, all those other chocolate beers would have seemed a lot worse than simply average in comparison. This is definitely one of the tastiest beers I've ever drank, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone that likes chocolate and beer.
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The holidays approach.
And with them come large meals.
Even if you aren't the kind of person who tends to "get fat" from consuming lots of calories, it's pretty shocking from an overall health perspective what happens when you eat a big meal at a holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas.
We're talking about issues that go way above and beyond indigestion, flatulence and the need to loosen your increasingly tight belt.
When you have large portion sizes, huge meals, and especially meals high in fat combined with carbohydrates and salt, there are some pretty disturbing health issues that follow shortly after eating or even the next morning – and recently scientists have found that there's up to a 17% increase in your risk of dying from a heart attack after eating a hefty meal.
Why is this?
When you overeat, even for a single meal, the following disturbing things happen inside your body:
-Increased blood insulin levels, which decreases fat mobilization and ability to burn fatty acids as a fuel.
-Increased storage of fat and carbohydrate and conversion of sugars into fats, even with a big meal as low as 750 calories (the average American consumes about 4,500 calories during a Thanksgiving meal).
-Increased sympathetic autonomic nervous system activity from a release of norepinephrine and epinephrine, which can significantly increase blood pressure.
-Increased percentage of energy coming from carbohydrate oxidation with a decreased percentage of energy coming from fat oxidation.
-Significant reduction in endothelial (blood vessel) function for up to 4 hours (even in healthy, low cholesterol subjects) due to big accumulation of circulating triglycerides.
-Changes in the blood that allow it to clot more easily, combined with increased workload and blood flow to the stomach and intestines, thus raising the risk of heart attack.
-Clusters of solid food material that can get stuck in the narrow duct that connects your gallbladder to your intestine, causing potential for gallstones.
-And the list goes on and on…including increased inflammation from overstuffed fat cells, reduction in sensitivity to appetite control hormones, and large vacuoles of triglyceride based fat building up in the liver (fatty liver).
But if you're anything like me, you're a freaking human being and you like to enjoy life, so you're probably going to have at least one meal during the holidays in which you consume some significant amounts food, often accompanied by higher amounts of carbohydrate or alcohol than you may normally consume.
So what are some things you can you do to maximize fat loss, control appetite and limit the damage from excessive eating?
1. Move
First of all, as I mention in my free Thanksgiving Fitness Survival Guide, multiple studies have shown that a pre-meal exercise session, a post-meal exercise session, or both can significantly increase fat oxidation and metabolic rate. In addition to that Thanksgiving Fitness Survival Guide, here are some other ideas for simple holiday fitness strategies that you can use.
The general range of exercise time used in most studies is 20-40 minutes, although Tim Ferriss discusses successful blood sugar control in his 4 Hour Body Book with as few as 40 "air squats" in the bathroom stall. It's more effective if you do this session as a "glycogen depleting" session, meaning that you're using up your body's storage carbohydrates. So this means that pre-meal exercise session should ideally be performed fasted.
2. Eat The Right Thing Before
When you eat meal a few hours before a big meal you can get what's known as a "second meal effect", which means that your response to the big meal can be improved by whatever you ate before. More specifically, if you eat a meal that is low in fat and with high percentage of low-glycemic index carbohydrates, "resistant starch" (like beans, mostly unripe bananas or sourdough bread), and dietary fiber, you have decreased glucose and insulin responses as well as reduced blood triglycerides after your next meal.
In practical terms, this could mean doing something as simple as a few hours prior to your big meal doing a fasted exercise bout and then afterwards having a big salad full of kale, spinach and arugula, with some resistant starch like kidney or black beans on top. Or you could just eat a green-ish banana. To me, both these options sounds somewhat disgusting, and I'll stick to my standby method "fasting + cold thermogenesis".
3. Use The Right Supplements
Two very recent "fat burning supplement" studies came to my attention.
One looked into something called "alpinia officinarum", a plant in the ginger family, and found that it contains a dietary flavenol called galangin, which may prevent obesity by suppressing the kind of genes that would contribute to you becoming overweight or obese. But there's no evidence that alpinia officinarum does anything for you if you time it in conjunction with a big meal.
Another study looked at the reduction of lipid accumulation in white adipose tissues by a seed extract called "Cassia tora". This study found that after fattening rats for 2 weeks with a high-fat diet, a Cassia seed ethanol extract completed stopped the high-fat diet-induced weight gain. But because this study is so new, I have yet to find a decent source of the huge amounts of Cassia seed extract they were feeding these fat rats.
But there's another supplement (actually a medication) that can also mitigate much of the high insulin damage and inflammation from a high-calorie meal. It's called "Metformin", and it's the drug of choice in treating insulin-resistant type 2 diabetes (as you can see here, Metformin also happens to be a growing favorite among author Robb Wolf and the Paleo community).
However, there's even a few problems with Metformin:
1. You need a prescription for it.
2. Blood sugar control can actually become more difficult when combining Metformin and exercise, causing basically a blood sugar "roller coaster ride".
3. Effective doses of Metformin can cause diarrhea, upset stomach, nausea and moderate to severe gastrointestinal upset.
Fortunately, there are some fat burning supplements you can use that are readily available without a prescription, and don't cause the side effects of something like Metformin (one of which called "Kion Lean" that may actually be even more effective than Metformin regulating blood glucose levels, without the deleterious effects on blood sugar control when combined with exercise).
The 3 Best Fat Burning Supplements
The following 3 supplements are items that you can literally use 30-60 minutes prior to a very large meal, by just popping 1-2 capsules. While any of them by themselves will have a good effect at mitigating much of the damage of overeating, all three together will make for a very good "damage control" fat burning stack.
1. Kion Lean
The Kion Lean formula uses the clinically proven benefits of rock lotus and Glycostat (wild bitter melon extract) to support:
-healthy liver function
-blood sugar regulation
-lower body fat levels
-anti-aging factors associated with longevity
How Kion Lean Works
There are just a handful of true "longevity hotspots" in the world. One is Bama County, located in western China on the slopes of the Himalayas. Circa 2000, this location boasted at least 79 men and women over 100 years old and still very active out of a population of less than 230,000. Their ratio of 3.52 centenarians per 10,000 people is the highest found anywhere in the world. Bama County has a secret…Japan's residents have the longest average lifespan of any other country in the world.
Amongst Japan's many islands, the people of Okinawa are the longest-lived. Okinawa has a secret…in both Bama County and Okinawa medical researchers have found that key foods play a significant role in the longevity of the inhabitants.
In Bama County much credit is given to the daily consumption of a plant they call shilianhua, or "rock lotus". In Okinawa, a role similar to that of rock lotus is filled by wild bitter melon. Not the bitter melon found in vegetable markets, but a smaller and far more bitter version that grows wild. So what do rock lotus and wild bitter melon have in common that promote fat burning, liver health and anti-aging?
The answer involves caloric restriction and insulin. Only two mechanisms have been shown to be successful in promoting longevity in higher organisms. The first mechanism lowers the levels of insulin and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). The second mechanism restricts calories, which usually has, as one result, a lowering of circulating insulin levels. Rock lotus influences both of these mechanisms. According to a Jutendo Medical University of Japan clinical trial, rock lotus improves liver function and fatty liver. This action resembles that of compounds known to reduce insulin levels as an aspect of improved blood glucose control. Less insulin means less fat storage.
Wild bitter melon is similarly health promoting. For example, it has been found that extracts of the wild bitter melon activate cellular machinery to regulate energy production (technically AMPK-activated protein kinase) and the way that fats are handled by the liver. Activation of this metabolic pathway is important to aging. It is sometimes referred to as "exercise in a bottle" because activation of AMPK is an aspect of the benefits derived from exercise. The effect of an extract from the wild genotype of bitter melon called Glycostat® has proved to be more powerful than others on the market and much more consistent in producing positive results.
Interestingly, neurosurgeon and cold thermogenesis expert Jack Kruse, who I've had on a previous podcast, recommends combining bitter melon extract with cold thermogenesis to enhance the formation of metabolically active Brown Adipose Tissue.
In short, rock lotus and Glycostat® work better in combination. Both promote better blood sugar control with less insulin. Both promote healthy blood pressure. Both support healthy liver function. And both mimic changes in cellular energy metabolism typical of caloric restriction.
Even if you can't live in a longevity hotspot such as Bama County or Okinawa, Kion Lean can bring the longevity hotspot to you, along with potent fat burning benefits! To get full benefits of the Kion Lean fat burning and blood sugar control effects, simply take 1-2 capsules prior to any of your primary meals of the day.
2. ThermoFactor
ThermoFactor fat loss supplement is a formula that successfully addresses major issues associated with weight gain. Its ingredients provide powerful thermogenic support and help control the appetite and blood sugar balance. Especially good for controlling carbohydrate cravings and increasing insulin sensitivity.
To hear about why ThermoFactor actually works, simply click here (will link to an article about why low-fat diets make you fat, and an interview with the formulator of ThermoFactor).
The ingredients of ThermoFactor are:
Citrus aurantium Extract (Advantra Z) – Advantra Z is extracted from the dried immature fruit of the bitter orange. More effective than ephedrine upon thermogenesis, it increases metabolic rate without the side effects. It helps suppress appetite and increase the release of fatty acids from storage. Athletes benefit from the ability to exercise longer without exhaustion or lean tissue loss.
Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) – Green tea works synergistically with Advantra Z to increase thermogenesis. It is recognized as an overall health tonic containing powerful antioxidants.
L-Tyrosine – The amino acid L-tyrosine increases the appetite suppressing abilities of Advantra Z. It is a precursor to a number of neurotransmitters and hormones. L-tyrosine is a minor stimulant for the release of growth hormone (GH) and thus important for metabolism (including thermogenesis).
Chromium – Insulin plays a major role in fat storage. Chromium is a trace mineral that potentiates the effects of insulin, causing less insulin to be needed. Blood sugar levels are thus stabilized, and less fat is stored. Perhaps 90% of all Americans are deficient in chromium. It helps decrease LDL, cholesterol and triglycerides, while raising the levels of desirable HDL.
Vanadyl Sulfate – Vanadyl sulfate mimics many of the activities of insulin. It is biologically active even in the absence of insulin. It possesses anti-catabolic properties: reducing the breakdown of muscle protein for energy. It also prevents the storage of excess carbohydrates as fat.
Manganese – Manganese is another mineral that plays an important role in carbohydrate metabolism. It is a cofactor with many of the enzymes that affect sugar metabolism.
You can get ThermoFactor here.
3. Lean Factor
LeanFactor is a combination muscle-building, fat loss formula with a blend of ingredients important for metabolic boosting, thyroid function and the addition of lean muscle tissue. It's best for adding lean muscle and burning fat quickly, especially for individuals with a low metabolism.
To hear about why LeanFactor actually works, simply click here (will link to an article about why low-fat diets make you fat, and an interview with the Lean Factor formulator).
Lean Factor's ingredients are:
Guggulsterones – Guggul is another name for the plant Commiphora wightii. Clinical research has shown that it can significantly reduce cholesterol and triglycerides while increasing beneficial HDL. Indian research indicates that guggul improves the actions of the thyroid and its hormones.
Forskolin – Forskolin is the active component of Coleus forskohlii. It works to activate adenylate cyclase which in turn increases the amount of cAMP operating in cells. This increases the ability of cells to respond to signals from thyroid and adrenal hormones. Perhaps the best-researched aspects of Forskolin involve its ability to encourage lypolysis. It also inhibits the synthesis of fat in adipocytes (fat cells). The end result is its ability to increase the ratio of lean to fat tissues in the body.
Potassium – Thermogenesis is strongly related to the transport of potassium ions across the cell membrane. A depressed sodium potassium pump will lead to a depressed basal metabolic rate. LeanFactor includes a particularly beneficial source of this mineral, potassium aspartate, which increases energy levels.
So let's say you wake up on the morning of a big holiday meal or celebration during which you know you're probably going to be eating lots of calories. What does an "ideal" damage control scenario look like?
1. Start the day with a fasted exercise session, preferably with cold exposure or cold immersion either before or after (or during if you're going for a swim). Also, go for an easy walk or light cardio session immediately after the big meal.
2. If you're going to eat a few hours before the big meal, eat primarily fiber and resistant starches. And if you need help choosing the right foods during the meal, check out my free Thanksgiving Fitness Survival Guide.
3. 30-60 minutes prior to the big meal, pop 1-2 capsules of Kion Lean, Lean Factor or Thermo Factor.
And that's it! Do you have questions, comments or feedback about these strategies to maximize fat loss, control appetite and limit the damage from overeating? Just leave your thoughts below.


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Croatia Holidays
Whether you want to relax on a sun-bleached beach, explore modern cities, watch the world go by from a rustic, harbour-side café or get to grips with some Europe's most spectacular scenery, you can make your holidays to Croatia exactly what you want them to be. Families who want to enjoy some time together will find plenty to see and do, from river-kayaking in the mountains of the Gorski Kota province, to exploring the unspoilt beauty of the Plitvice Lakes National Parks. Couples can step back in time and visit the Roman ruins at Split, the medieval cathedral of Sibenik or sit in a sleepy bar and enjoy a leisurely rakija. With so much to see and do, you can make your Croatia holidays exactly what you want them to be.
If you're looking for a warm break with plenty of sunshine, book your holidays to Croatia between May and August, when the temperature climbs from the mid-twenties, into the early thirties.
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Pula Airport (PUY) is located five miles northwest of the city of Pula; Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is located approximately nine and a half miles from Dubrovnik city centre; Split Airport (SPU) is located 15.5 miles southeast of the city of Split.
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With its trendy restaurants and famous Zlatni Ratz beach, Brac Island is the perfect location for energetic culture-seekers and watersports lovers. For a slower pace, head west to the city of Rovinj. Here holidaymakers are greeted with charming cobbled streets, ancient architecture and a thriving art scene. An al fresco meal in the old town promises to be one of the most pleasant moments of your trip. Further south of the country is Dubrovnik. Known as the 'Gem of Croatia', this bustling city is not only the location for several summer festivals, but home to the famous ancient city walls.
From white marble beaches to untouched islands with luscious green forestry, Croatia's landscape is a perfect picture waiting to happen. Take a day trip to Zlatni Ratz beach where you'll enjoy turquoise waters and a lively atmosphere. When you've had your share of sun lounging, hop on a bus to the historic city of Dubrovnik. If you arrive at the peak of summer you'll experience the city's vibrant Summer Festival in full swing. At any other time of the year, a simple wander around the old town to observe the medieval architecture and ancient monuments is a must.
This country is blessed with some superb beaches, ranging from vast, sweeping sands that attract tourists and locals alike, to secluded coves and tucked-away bays that are virtually empty. While Zlatni Rat might not have the most enticing name, it's one of the most-popular beaches, dusted with sand and lapped by blue waters. For something quieter, hunt out the hidden cove of Nugal.
If parts of Croatia look familiar to you, that's because you might have seen them on TV! If you're a fan of the show Game of Thrones, you can travel to see some of the locations used onscreen. Trogir's St Dominic Monastery doubles as the city of Qarth, while Dubrovnik's city walls have been used as King's Landing. The city's Trsteno Arboretum has a double-life as the Red Keep, while the Fortress of Kliss is used to represent parts of Meereen. Even if you're not a fan, these are still sights worth seeing on your holidays to Croatia!
If you're travelling with the kids, you're going to need some entertainment up your sleeve. Fortunately, it's packed with family-friendly things to do on your Croatia holiday, such as paying a visit to Aquapark Istralandia. While it might boast the country's tallest waterslide, there are plenty of attractions for younger children too, such as a family rafting slide and dedicated children's pools. The nearby Aqua Colors waterpark is another fantastic day out for the family, where children can enjoy rides and slides, while parents cool off under a sunlounger.
Recommended hotels
Sentido Kaktus, Waterman Supetrus Resort, Waterman Milina Resort, Smartline Beach Village, Hotel Meteor Hotel Villa Adricatica, Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel, Lafodia Sea Resort, Hotel Astarea, Hotel Admiral Grand
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Duni, Lagos, Protaras, Alcudia, Santorini
For up to date advice on travelling to Croatia, please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/croatia/safety-and-security
History Buffs: Split is home to the elegantly ragged ruins of Diocletian's Palace; widely hailed as the most atmospheric Roman ruins in the world. Unleash your inner Indiana Jones and explore underground passages and ancient temples, and while you might not find hidden treasure, you can enjoy a nice cool drink in one of the hidden bars.
Honeymooners: Spend your first days as a married couple on one of the fantastic beaches or enjoy a city break in Dubrovnik, a romantic city of beautiful architecture, quiet restaurants and superb sunsets.
Nature lovers: If you're a fan of the Great Outdoors, Croatia has no less than eight national parks to explore, famous for their unspoilt scenery and an abundance of wildlife.
Overview, Things to Do, Weather, Useful Phrases, Currency
Language: The language spoken in here is Croatian. While the locals have a basic command of English, it's worth packing a phrasebook or downloading our handy language app, just to show willing.
Currency: You'll need to change-up your Sterling for Croatian Kuna, before you fly off on your break.
Local time: Croatia is 1 hour ahead of GMT/UK time.
Fly to: Pula, Dubrovnik or Split Airports. Transfer times from Split to resorts on the Dalmatian Coast and Brac Island are between 1 hour and 10 minutes, and 2 hours. The Dubrovnik Coast is up to 1 hour and 15 minutes from Dubrovnik Airport. Rovinj is 45 minutes from Pula Airport.
Flight time from the UK: The flight time to Croatia is 2.5–4 hours.
Tourist information: Further tourist information can be found here http://www.croatia.hr/en-GB .
Visa & health: Before your holiday, visit here https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/croatia/entry-requirements for recommendations and advice on visas and health.
This beautiful country is one of the sunniest spots in Europe, basking in an average of 12 hours of sunshine a day in spring and 13 hours a day in the summer! The hottest months are between May and September, with the mercury hopping into the low thirties between July and August. May and July offer temperatures in the twenties, as do September and October. November is the wettest month and the temperatures continue to fall, hitting their lowest in January, at around 9°C.
January, February. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
By bus: Buses are the main form of transport here and, in the larger cities, services run once every 20 minutes. A trip usually costs between ten and 15 Croatian Kuna, although, if you buy your tickets from a news-stand, they may cost slightly less.
By train: Although trains are slightly slower than buses, they are more comfortable. Cost-effective and a great way to meet the locals, trains offer a laid-back way to travel long distances and soak up the spectacular scenery.
By taxi: Taxis are plentiful in here and can be flagged down from the roadside or booked in advance by phone or online. Although they are metered, it's best to double-check the price with your driver, to ensure you get the best deal.
Easter Regatta: Held in April, the Easter Regatta changes location from year to year. This three-day event attracts sailing fans from across Europe, who come to marvel at the fleets of boats racing across the ocean to claim the coveted first prize in each class. The spectacles are accompanied by live music, plenty of food and drink, and capped-off with a fantastic firework display.
IN Music Festival: Head to Zagreb in July and you could find yourself caught up in the heady atmosphere of this outstanding, open-air music festival. Big names from the world of pop and rock wow the crowds over three days.
Dubrovnik Summer Festival: This is the biggest celebration in the Croatian cultural calendar! Musicians, actors and artists come from all over the world to perform at a variety of outdoor venues, over a two-week period.


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Billions of dollars are poured into the skincare industry each and every year here in the United States. We are bombarded by anti-aging cream commercials on tv and see photoshopped female faces on nearly every single magazine cover, so it's no wonder women throw so much money at skincare products! What most of us don't realize is that we can have beautiful, radiant and young looking skin just by changing our diet. What you eat nourishes your skin, nails and hair, so eat beautifully! Add these foods to your diet and notice how your body begins to glow!
1. Walnuts :: Walnuts are full of omega-3 fatty acids which work to protect your cell membranes. This means extra protection from environmental factors like pollution, dirt and oil which can cause acne, irritation and wrinkles. Walnuts also help your skin cells retain more water which leads to smoother skin!
2. Bone Broth :: Bone broth is the ultimate miracle elixir. It's full of collagen that comes from the bones as they break down in the broth, which is amazing for your skin, hair and nails. Think firmer, smoother skin, less inflammation and better digestion. I make my own bone broth at home and it's incredibly easy. Check out the recipe here.
3. Avocados :: The golden food! Avocados are rich in antioxidants that provide significant protection for your skin from environmental factors that could lead to fine lines, wrinkles and dryness. Avocados also improve your skins density and thickness, which leads to firmer more glowing skin! Eat up!
4. Turmeric :: Turmeric is one of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there and less inflammation is key to smoother, more radiant skin. Try sprinkling turmeric on your eggs in the morning or add it to a veggie stir fry. You can even sprinkle a little bit in your morning coffee or tea if you're feeling adventurous!
5. Lemons :: A lemon a day keeps the doctor away! And your facialist! Lemon is one of the most alkalizing foods so it helps bring balance to your internal Ph. Try drinking warm lemon water every morning for a week and notice if your skin looks less tired and irritated.
Try this DIY facial from Mind Body Green to kickstart your road to glowing skin!
Bentonite Clay Mask ::
1 TBSP bentonite clay (try THIS brand)
2 TBSP apple cider vinegar
Mix ingredients together until thick. Apply and leave on your face for 5-10 minutes or until dry.
If your skin feels a little bit dry following the mask then apply coconut oil and let it absorb into your skin over night.
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The Studded Sandal
I've seen sandals like this all over from designers (like Isabel Marant here) and I've always loved them, but not for that price. The second I saw these sandals it was love at first sight. Really. They went in my shopping bag, I checked out, and I haven't looked back since.
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Infographics and Resumes
Kent Nolen
Infographics are becoming very popular. They quickly communicate a wealth of information in an engaging and creative manner. Personally, I think they are fantastic. So... Why not use an infographic as a resume, right? Well, hold on for a second before you decide.
Last week, I was on a recruiting panel call with a number of other people. One person on the call wanted to share the resume of a highly qualified candidate. It happened to be in the form of an infographic. Here's where things get really interest. All but one person on the call thought the resume was great – clever, engaging and dynamic. Conversely, everyone on the call agreed that there was no way the resume would hold up through the recruiting process.
There are really two issues:
- Resume screening software: Most of these programs can't effectively parse infographics and would likely disregard them (meaning it might never get seen).
- The employment landscape: The current job search environment (and many individuals hiring within it) simply aren't ready to see this type of resume.
As I said in a post I wrote about including hobbies on a resume, you have to consider your audience. I can tell you that – although the job search landscape is changing – the typical corporate recruiting environment is still in a place that would view this approach as gimmicky. For now, you should stick to a resume that incorporates powerful content but sticks to largely accepted resume standards. Here's what you can do:
- More and more, progressive companies are asking for creativity on your resume. In that case, go for it!
- If you are in Design or a creative field, consider bringing an infographic resume to the interview as a "leave behind" - something that allows the interviewer to see your work in action.
As I say over and over throughout this website, your ideas and your creativity will matter more and more as HR and the hiring landscape continue to evolve.


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Even as I walked out of my house Saturday morning, I was composing my narrative for the coming day's events. How fortunate it was, I would write, that I didn't spot the storied Smith's Longspur holding court at Long Island's Jones Beach State Park for the last month last time I sought it out. How serendipitous it was, I might add, that Charlie would come to town just as the season's longspurs and buntings were shedding drab plumage for breeding brilliance. How sweet it is, we can surely all agree, to finally get a good look at one of the most interesting species of a most interesting season of New York winter rarities. But of course, that isn't exactly how events played out. Is it ever?
The day started out according to plan. Charlie, that tireless, international blogger of birds, finally found his way to my humble city. In discussing our abundance of options, we realized that neither of us had ever seen a Smith's Longspur. A second effort to spot Calcarius pictus was in order. So I picked Charlie up and sped out to the beach.
The weather was infinitely improved from my last trip to the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center at Jones Beach, when Corey and I were assailed by an evil, arctic wind. This time, the modest breeze and mild cold made for much better birding. All the best birds from last time were in attendance too. We had no problem picking up Snow Buntings, Horned Larks, Black-bellied Plovers, Northern Harriers, and even Lapland Longspurs. However, the Smith's stayed out of sight of a considerable host of sentries. An hour or so of searching turned up only Song and Savannah Sparrows, so we stole away to the Coast Guard Station for a change of pace.
Though we later heard reports of Razorbill in the inlet, we didn't encounter any birds at the Coast Guard Station that I haven't seen multiple times already this year, with the exception of a Northern Shoveler pair. Mallard, American Black Duck, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Common Loon, and Horned Grebe were all par for the course, as were the usual winter geese and gulls. I should add that Charlie was quite taken with the gregarious gaggles of Brant, much as I might be when faced with species common elsewhere but uncommon for me. You can bet that he'll be posting an excellent gallery of these wonderful waterfowl soon enough.
On the way back, we noted an increasing diversity of passerines which included my first Field Sparrow and Red-breasted Nuthatch of the year. But these weren't the birds we visited the seashore to see, so we made our way back to the nature center. On our arrival, we confronted a sight every twitcher dreads: every scope in the area relocated a quarter mile away, pointed towards an even more distant object. All the birders were concentrated (and clearly concentrating) on a corner of the beach's boardwalk loop, an area Charlie and I had combed earlier. We rushed forward with as much dignity as we could muster, hoping beyond hope that someone still might have a fix on this elusive bird by the time we arrived. Instead, my worst fears, at least my worst birding fears, were realized when a bunch of indistinguishable brown birds sought cover in a tangled mess of reeds. We missed it!
No one who knows me would describe me as a patient man. Far from it, I'm just not interested in waiting around for a bird, even a rare one. However, Charlie and I were committed to spotting the Smith's, so we stuck around and scanned every incoming flock, even as other birders deployed to more potentially strategic vantage points. Massive flocks of seaducks, mostly White-winged Scoters, moved one by one from the western horizon to the east, but still we waited. Patience finally paid off when we observed eight or so small birds land in some distant scrub. Little brown jobs were scurrying around too far away to distinguish with binoculars, but when the birders next to us locked on with their scopes, we hit paydirt. Everyone else in the area came running and before long, we all had looks, unsatisfying though they were, at a longspur with a distinctive golden underbelly. Tick off that Smith's Longspur!
One day, presumably during my next visit to northern Canada or Alaska, I will get clearer, more leisurely looks at this lovely bird at the peak of its breeding plumage pulchritude. For now, I will embrace the adage that lousy looks are better than no looks at all. Having missed more than my share of birds this year, I'm quite pleased to have laid eyes on this prize. Another sighting that made me smile was a few Tree Swallows fluttering along the beach, a sure sign that spring migration is nigh.
Snow Buntings in intermediate plumage
Congratulations on the lifer, Mike! I was wondering if you would give it another try, since it has stayed around so long.
Nice…at least someone I know got to see it! It looks like you might have gotten it on its last day there too…a post on the state listserve says that not only was the Smith's missed Sunday but that no Lapland Longspurs were observed either…let's hope the Smith's survives the rigors of migration and comes back next year!
Thanks, guys. You know, Corey, it makes that the longspurs would take off. The Piermont Snowy Owl also departed this weekend, though I didn't find that out until we went to see it again! More in my next post…
Oh man! Congrats! That's one I'll have to wait for another day to see. I missed it last weekend. I did get great looks at a Pac Loon yesterday for a state bird for me in NJ.
And I'm with you on Sabrina not making the Top 12! 🙂
Of course, it was spotted today (Monday)…maybe it'll still be around when I come down again this weekend! Oh goody, another afternoon looking at a bunch of clumps of beach grass!
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Completed for the Bubble Gum Dreams Fables theme
I based my drawing on Aesop's fable about a cat turned into a human by the gods,
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Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Rakim Plays Santa Cruz Dressed in a Hoodie
So I finally fulfilled one of those rap nerd check-off list moments when I peeped Rakim for the first time last Thursday. On the day before my birthday, no less. Yes, as I get older, these sort of things fail to get any less exciting (still on the list are Nas, MF Doom, EPMD and Dr. Dre).
Rakim was headlining the "Hip-Hop Live" tour, which had something to do with Dodge trucks and something called FlowTV, along with Ghostface and Brother Ali. The band Rhythm Roots All-Stars backed up all three acts, giving the night a sort of Copa Cabana review feel.
The thing about seeing your hip-hop idols live in person for the first time is you've got to assume they are not larger than life. I was spoiled when I saw LL Cool J at age 16, and he fulfilled all of my expectations of what a rap legend should be: big, dynamic, and bad ass, even if he did lyp-synch a quarter of his set.
Rakim, on the other hand, doesn't have the built-in nuclear explosiveness of Uncle L. Rakim is all icey-cool, circa-84 NYC swagger, deep monotone and nary a hint of self-parody. So going in, I half-expected Rakim to sport an Armani suit, or at least a tucked-in button-up.
But Rakim Allah, The God MC, stepped on stage rocking a crisp brown hoodie, stylish but sensible black jeans, and the same gold chain he rocked in the Follow The Leader video. Which is to say Rakim came out like a hermetically sealed hip-hop icon, better than mint condition and, if anything, updated for a 2007 audience.
He rocked the classics, straight out the box with "Paid in Full" before rattling off "The Microphone Fiend," "Check Out My Melody" and "I Ain't No Joke." What was just as impressive was the way the RRAS captured the deep, warm thump of the original music. The songs were instantly recognizable, a sticking point for a purist like myself (jokes, kids, jokes).
Rakim also did songs as if on cue from my mind. At one point, I was thinking to myself "It would be cool to hear the band play the jazzy-break from 'Sweat The Technique.'" Sure enough, the trunk-rattling upright bass and horn break came in on point.
And to say hearing "Eric B For President" was a euphoric experience would be an understatement. Although I didn't hop into the Delorian and head back to seventh grade and my old K-Tel cassette tapes, I did get up and dance and sing along. Just shouting along to the greatest opening line in hip-hop history (I came in the door/ I said it before...) was instant happy birthday material.
I'd write about Ghostface and Brother Ali, who both put on really good sets, but there's no point. Neither guy could really rock Rakim's hoodie anyway.
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- kazzeo said...
Bro, I too was at this show. This was like my 4th time seeing Rakim in concert and the dude is beyond compare. How anyone can debate that Rakim is the greatest MC to ever touch a mic will never make sense to me. Like you, my voice was shot since I was standing up on the left balcony, downing Heinekins, and screaming lyric after lyric. I still have trouble believing that Rakim Allah was on stage at a club not more than 5 minutes driving from my house. And to top it all off, as soon as he's done on stage, my homie Joe & I leave the club and walk out to the parking lot and who do we see when we turn the corner? The man himself! We actually got a chance to build with him for like 10 minutes. That memory will be etched in my brain forever. That night was off the hook. We need more of those!


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Why Your Comfort Zone is Exactly Where You Want to Be
Kirstin Hotelling Zona
When we make a mantra out of overcoming our comfort zones in search of our best selves, we predicate transformation on a lie: that we don't like to strive, that thriving is hard, and that it doesn't feel good. (All of which feels surprisingly and interestingly Puritan, don't you think?)
In contrast, I'd like to suggest that we drop the rhetoric of the "comfort zone" and cut to the chase, call it what it really is: the zone of fear.
When we're stuck, spinning our wheels, not sure how we got here but quite sure we don't want to stay, we're not comfortable—we're afraid.


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March JALC Board Meeting Highlighted by Session with Student Senate
March 27, 2014
Logan Media Services
CARTERVILLE – The John A. Logan College Board of Trustees opened their regularly scheduled March meeting with an interactive session with the college's Student Senate. During the session, Student Senate officers reported on the group's activities in recent months that included a Thanksgiving food drive and participation in the Angel Tree project. Students raised over $5,000 and helped more than 300 local children through the Angel Tree project.
According to advisor Adrienne Barkley Giffin, the Thanksgiving food drive was especially meaningful because a student that had received one of the Thanksgiving donations also won a tuition waiver. In closing, members announced that the Student Senate had donated $50 to the American Association for Women in Community Colleges in honor of retiring Vice President for Instructional Services Dr. Deborah Payne and $50 to the Administrative Services Scholarship in honor of retiring Vice President for Administration Dr. Tim Daugherty.
In other board news, Dr. Payne reported that the College continues to strengthen partnerships with in-district schools. Payne cited the recent the success of the 10th annual Closing the Gap Conference that was attended by over 300 local teachers and administrators, as well as recent efforts to partner with the Carterville school district to have John A. Logan College students work with Carterville students after school.
President Mike Dreith reported that the recent wave of retirements at the college and around the state will continue as the state budget crisis grows. Dreith said sources in Springfield are predicting that Governor Quinn could announce a significant decrease in higher education funding at his annual budget address Wednesday, which could account for roughly a $1.5 million or more decrease to the college. He said that the decreased funding will require the college to develop a new sustainability plan.
Under the consent agenda, the board waived all related notification requirements, as stated in board policies, through May 31 of this year in regard to the pension reform law.
This move by the board allows non-teaching professionals and non-union operational employees to receive whatever retirement benefits for which they would be otherwise eligible.
In addition, the board approved the same measure for any collective bargaining agreement if recommended by the administration and approved by the collective bargaining association (CBA).
The following consent agenda items were also approved: approval of the results indicating that Kayla Malone was elected student trustee and a title change from the Vice President for Administration to Vice President for Student Affairs and Community Education.
In old business the Board Policy #3373, weapons and firearms was approved.


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Genuine Scandinavian Rise and Fall Pendant - 12 Colours
Swedish Design and Manufacture
Product Ref: 5435From £146.49 inc VAT
A quality range of lighting from a Swedish family run company. The factory in Varberg, south western Sweden employs 160 people and undertake product design, production and quality checking in-house.
The Primus II rise and fall pendant is perfect to install above a dining room table or breakfast bar area. The pendant can be pulled down to give ambient lighting and then raised out of the way when the light is not required.
Available in 12 wonderful colour finishes so we are confident there will be one that suits your decor (choose your desired finish from the variations below). Each different finish is supplied with a white plastic ceiling rose excluding the black/chrome which has a black ceiling rose and the grey and aluminium fittings are supplied with a grey ceiling rose. The handle to pull/push the light to the desired position is satin nickel. The minimum drop (including shade and handle) is 690mm and when the fitting is fully extended the total drop from the ceiling is 1590mm.
Designed for use with an E27 Edison screw lamp (max 100 watts) lamp, not supplied.
Weight 2kg.
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|Lamp Type
|E27 (ES) Base Mains Lamps
|Lamps Included
|Yes - on standard dimmer
(TRIAC or leading edge)
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|Total Wattage
|Adjustable Height
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Can you use this above an induction hob on the island?
Please can you let me know if the "sand" shade is white or "sand" on the underside?
Can a Philip hue bulb be fitted or used in this lamp?
Will the wiring for this light work in the USA?
Is the bulb sold with this lamp a dimmable lamp?
What is the the underside colour (inside) of the red shade ?
I ordered the red lamp but the colour is different from the picture. I'd like to change it possibly for 'Sand'. The name suggests a pale yellow colour but the picture shows off white or ivory. Please could you give a description of the colour before I order it.
I'm looking at the rise and fall pendant light Ref 5435 and wondered if this was made in a smaller version?
Our ceiling is quite high (just over 3 metres). Would we be able to see the naked bulb even when the lamp is fully extended?
We like the dark grey shade very much, but it appears from the pictures that the cable is white. Is it possible to have this shade with a cable that matches the shade colour?
I have been searching and searching for a turquoise rise and fall lamp - is it possible to change the shade on this product; any advice or help on where/how to get this colour would be greatly appreciated... perhaps it can be sprayed?
Can you tell me the dimensions of the light?
Do you do wall lights to match the Scandinavian rise and fall pendant light please.
I see the highest position is 690mm from the ceiling to the bottom of the shade. Can the flex be shortened (so that the bottom of the shade is closer to the ceiling)? If so, is there a maximum amount it can be shortened by?
Hi - 11 colours - i can see grey,aluminium,sand,brass,turquoise white and gold, white and chrome and rose = 8
what are the other 3?
How do I mount the ceiling rose to the ceiling rose?
I cannot work out how to change my existing UK light fitting to this one, can you help me?
what is the diameter of the rose fitting?
Can we use a LED bulb in this light?
Can you tell me please when the lamp is raised to its highest position, what the distance from the ceiling to the bottom of the pendant is?
What is the ceiling fitting?
What is the weight of these lights?
What is the minimum height from the ceiling to the bottom of the shade/handle?
I am interested in this light but the ceiling from which it would hang has - at least - a 35 degree slope. Would the rise and fall mechanism still work OK?
I bought the Primus 11 rise and fall pendant in November and had it fitted by an electrician who removed all the packaging. There may have been instructions for the rise and fall , I don`t know. Anyway it is permanently at the lower position and we can`t make it stay in the rise position. The lower position is too low and you can`t see the other diners at the table. Can you help me with instructions, or is their a fault? I hope not because I really like the lamp itself. I would be grateful for any help you can offer. Thank you.
I need the extended length to be at 2 meters at least... how do I do that?
can you please tell me what the widest width is of this light?
Will E26 bulbs fit in the E27 socket? I live in Canada.
What is the height of the lamp? from bottom of handle to the base where the cord starts?
Can this light be fitted with a dimmer switch?
The minimum drop, is that measured from the ceiling to the underneath of the handle?
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My Food and Nutrition Blog Site:http://foodandnutritionjunejourneytolife.blogspot.com/
In this blog, i am looking at me as the mind thinking, analyzing etc. as a character i created within my mind separate from all - writing self-forgiveness and commitment to correct myself within that mind awareness to birth me as the real physical me within a real awareness as here, referenced as the moment in this real physical existence.
I forgive myself that i have accepted and allowed myself
to think that who i am exist in the mind
defined by memories of where i am within space and time
as i act out characters i created in an alternate reality
within and as my mind
in a place somewhere out there
other than HERE
not realizing who i am is here
moment by moment
breath by breath
Commitment to Correction:
I commit myself to when and as i see myself
thinking who i am exist in the mind
thinking, analyzing etc.
I stop
I breathe
I realize that it is who i have become
as the alternate version of me
within a mind awareness
of where i am defined by
experiences within space and time
So, i am assisting myself
to accept and allow me
to see who i really am
as the real me
as the breath in every moment HERE
within a real awareness of me
as the physical/body/substance
equal to all that is HERE
referencing the moment
within this real physical existence
Note: This blog was done inside the airplane before the airplane flew to Dallas, Texas where i stay - from Los Angeles, California


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"If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love,
I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.
If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.
If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast,
but do not have love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking,
it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.
It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Love never fails...
When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child.
When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me...
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love.
But the greatest of these is love." -I Cor 13:1-13
Over the past number of years, I have come to love and appreciate many fine qualities about my little brother. Anyone who truly takes the time to get to know him, will recognize and come to love these qualities as well. Over the past few years, I have found great joy in watching my little brother grow up into the man he is today. He truly exemplifies Biblical love in all he does. And his story illustrates what love can do to change a life:
For those of you who don't know him, Dan is a gentle giant. Although he is by far the most physically strong man I know, he also possesses an incredibly tender heart. He can chop wood all day at an almost super-human pace, single-handedly move heavy furniture without breaking a sweat, yet handle an injured animal or stop to pet a kitten with amazing gentleness.
Dan always puts other people's needs first. (Maybe this is why his own house renovations aren't finished yet.) Last week, when the vehicle I was driving broke down, Dan left work and came to rescue me within minutes of my call. Ask him to give you a hand with something, move something, or fix something, and he'll be right there. Dan never asks for, or expects anything in return--he just does it.
Dan is a man of few words. He doesn't always have much to say, and unfortunately many people take that to mean he's slow or stupid. This is far from the truth! Give Dan a job to do with his hands, show him what you want done, and he'll do it. Well. From building a house, to fixing a car or lawnmower, to driving a huge tractor, Dan's got it covered. But when he does say something, you can bet it's the truth.
Dan is slow to anger, quick to forgive, incredibly loyal, and honest as the day is long. But in spite of all these talents, I believe that for many years, Dan sold himself short. He assumed he wasn't smart enough to go to college. He settled for a dead-end job. He put up with insults and put-downs. He hung around people that fed into the lies he came to believe about himself.
But then God showed up. And how he changed Dan's life just goes to show what love can do:
Dan found true brotherhood. In the midst of what appeared to some as stupid, irresponsible, and reckless fun, he forged a life-long friendship. Because someone took the time to see his heart, to encourage him, mentor him and love him, he grew in confidence about himself and in his abilities. That's what love can do.
Dan found a wife. Because of her, he came to believe that he had strength and protection to offer to a woman. That's what love can do.
Dan discovered his true vocation. Because of the support he received from his wife and some true friends, he began to realize that his passion was for cars, and that a career in auto mechanics could be a reality. That's what love can do.
Dan had the guts to pursue his dreams. When God opened a door, Dan walked through it with confidence and was hired as an apprentice mechanic on the spot. Dan plans to go to college in the fall. That's what love can do.
Dan started a family. Evelena Marie was born on April 26, 2013 and my baby brother now has a beautiful baby of his own. That's what love can do.
My sister-in-law couldn't have summed it up any better, when she posted on Facebook yesterday: "Happy Birthday to an amazing hubby! So proud of you for following your dreams and becoming the man/husband/father you are today! Love you so much!"
My sister-in-law couldn't have summed it up any better, when she posted on Facebook yesterday: "Happy Birthday to an amazing hubby! So proud of you for following your dreams and becoming the man/husband/father you are today! Love you so much!"
Indeed! We love you and we're so proud of you, Bro! Happy Birthday! We can't wait to see where God takes you next. xo
To those of you who have taken the time to see Dan's heart, and be his friend, thank you. To those of you who have taken it a step further, and walked with him and mentored his heart, thank you. To those of you who have never stopped believing in him and praying for him, thank you. I firmly believe that it is because of your prayers, support, brotherhood, and ultimately your LOVE, that Dan is where he is today. (And to those who were so quick to write him off based on their own assumptions and judgments, you have clearly missed out--and that's your loss.)


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On Friday, May 11, the audience in Carnegie Hall will hear The Cecilia Chorus of New York, with full orchestra and six soloists, singing Mozart's Requiem, written as he lay dying, and The Prison, the last major work of Dame Ethel Smyth before she lost her hearing, which put an end to her prolific musical career. Our mid-winter concert on March 4 ended with Gounod's Requiem, written for his four year-old grandson but completed only days before Gounod's own death.
What can we learn from composers' last works?
Music Director Mark Shapiro: "Composers, like any of us, engage in soul-searching later in life. An artist's 'late style' typically entails both a summing up and a concentrated seeking that are charged with the wisdom and perspective earned through a lifetime of art-making. All of us are deepened—our lives become fuller and more joyful—when we are confronted with the inevitability of our own mortality and that of those we love. Artists especially can invoke and communicate this deepening, and lead us to experience it ourselves in a beautiful, exhilarating way."
Read our Carnegie Hall Playbill program notes by Dame Ethel Smyth expert Liz Smith here and Music Director Mark Shapiro here.
Mozart died in late 1791, before he could complete his Requiem. Many attempts have since been made to complete the work, the best known being that of his student Franz Xaver Süssmayr. For our May 11 performance, Music Director Mark Shapiro has chosen the 1995 edition by Robert D. Levin. "I had the privilege of attending classes taught by Robert Levin when I was a student and then administrator at the American Conservatory at Fontainebleau. I vividly remember Levin's astounding intellect and musical mind. He is extraordinarily qualified to tackle the delicate challenge of providing a new completion of Mozart's unfinished Requiem. As beloved as the traditional Süssmayr version is, I, like many other conductors, have always been aware of its occasional infelicities and heaviness. Levin has a lighter touch, and his deeply considered solutions are markedly elegant and graceful."


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As a market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries innovate through simplification. From the back office to the boardroom, warehouse to storefront, on premise to cloud, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organisations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably
As part of the SAP Customer Interaction Centre team, you would primarily be supporting customers via phone, email, chat and web form. You will assist in the prioritisation of customer's technical cases by analysing the effect on their business from a commercial perspective. In the CIC, you will find yourself in a friendly learning environment where you can grow and develop your career by becoming involved in different tasks within the department. You will experience a stimulating environment that promotes team work and collaboration. Joining the Customer Interaction Centre will lay your foundations for a successful career in SAP in a fast-paced dynamic team lead by a management who recognise outstanding performance. Benefits include complimentary tea, coffee, lunch, on-site Costa Coffee.
• You will provide high-quality customer interactions through the processing of inbound customer calls, emails, chats and webforms.
• Analysing customer's non-technical queries, researching possible solutions and providing easily understood guidance.
• Evaluating from a commercial perspective how the customer's technical issue affects their daily business processes through the gathering of comprehensive business impact information.
• You will assist customers in navigating the SAP Support landscape and proactively look for opportunities to educate
• You will collaborate with colleagues across local and global SAP teams, engaging with appropriate stakeholders to ensure customer cases are resolved efficiently and effectively.
• Commitment to provide excellent customer service
• Passionate and dedicated to being a strong team player
• Strong time management, prioritization and multi-tasking capabilities; utilising available time efficiently to achieve effective and efficient results
• Enjoys and thrives on performing multiple tasks and responsibilities at once
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and Bank Holidays
Graduate of an IT or Business related field
Fluency in English and German with excellent communication skills
Please note, this is a temporary contract role for which you would be employed by Manpower and working on behalf of our client; SAP.


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Here are some data on U.S. deaths by age group based on deaths per 100,000 of population:
What got me thinking about this was the July 21 episode of This Week in Google and the very interesting discussion by Leo Laporte and company about attempts to capture for re-use, analysis, and publishing the "fire-hose" of behavioral and transaction data emerging from sources such as Buzz, Twitter, and Facebook.
Assuming that ownership and privacy issues are addressed and such "fire-hose" sources eventually become generally available, it seems likely that any given "data stream" created from online engagement will necessarily include data generated by or about dead people, especially as use of online communications continues to spread among adults.
My family Rolodex, personal email list, and web based contact tracking system already include a number of family, friends, and neighbors who have died during the past few years. While I haven't yet created folders and tags such as "deceased" to cover them, I do occasionally come across the need to refer to them. Also, if you are the parent of a teenager in high school, you are already undoubtedly aware of the very real statistics on teenage deaths from traffic accidents, drugs, and random violence.
At any given time a certain percentage of online transactions in any group or "community" will be associated with dead people. Just as commercially-sold mailing lists are constantly "cleaned" to remove changes brought about by moves, jobswitching, and deaths, so too might be the case with the buying and selling of products or services that purport to represent the transactions, behaviour, or "conversations" of certain fuzzily-defined populations. Who — if anyone — will be responsible for "cleaning up" data on online transactions to ensure the transactions actually represent a "live" population? Google? Facebook? Twitter? The family of the deceased?
Of course, the web is already littered by datasets, pages, and sites that are (literally) moribund due to the death or mobility of the originator, so extension of this phenomenon to web based social networks is to be expected. The Grim Reaper, after all, is always with us; think about that next time you click "reply" on Twitter!
Copyright (c) 2010 by Dennis D. McDonald. Dennis invites you to comment below or to email him at firstname.lastname@example.com. His Twitter address is http://twitter.com/ddmcd.
Here's an interesting related article:
"What Happens to Your Twitter Account When You Die?"


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Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Professor Volokh Interviewed for Daily Report on Whether Internet Speech Constitutes Stalking
October 8, 2014 — Professor Eugene Volokh is quoted in the
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(Attorney Oscar) Michelen shared his argument time with Eugene Volokh, a UCLA law professor whose First Amendment amicus clinic filed a brief on behalf of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and Loyola Law School professor Aaron Kaplan. Volokh, who also founded the widely read Volokh Conspiracy blog, told the justices that none of (Matthew) Chan's posts constituted a threat, but even if some of them did, the restraining order was too broad.
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2011 was a pretty damn impressive year for music. As you can see from my top albums list, which covered a majority of the best albums, but is far from containing all the albums you should have already listened too. Anyhow, I think it goes without saying that 2012 has some pretty big shoes to fill.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Starting Off The End Of The World Right!
2011 was a pretty damn impressive year for music. As you can see from my top albums list, which covered a majority of the best albums, but is far from containing all the albums you should have already listened too. Anyhow, I think it goes without saying that 2012 has some pretty big shoes to fill.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Psycroptic Post 'Carriers Of The Plague'!
I'll say it again, I've been rather obsessed with Technical Death Metal lately (and Tech Deathcore for that matter. *cough*Halo Of Gunfire*cough*) It's a genre I hadn't explored enough, and it's chock full of awesome stuff. Psycroptic are a band I need to check out still, but their new song is a clear sign of the fact that their new album The Inherited Repression, which is due out February 7th, will be a great one. Hit the jump to hear the song!
Everyone Loves Youtube And Music!
My Dad's starting his own blog, focused around music videos and other videos you can find on youtube! Check, check, check it out! http://seekingchris.blogspot.com/
Follow him and all that too!
Follow him and all that too!
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Monday, December 19, 2011
A Bunch Of Good Arbiter News!
I've had a pretty busy weekend, but over the past two days, one of my favorite deathcore bands Arbiter released two bits of great news!
Firstly we've got album covers for both Ironclad and Machinations! Here they are:
Pretty schweet right? They look cool side by side but for some reason blogger is a huge douche about pictures and won't let me do that. (Google, you need to fix the picture formatting system.)
And that other bit of news is...
They made a Christmas EP! Awesomely titled, A Very Arbiter Christmas.
The EP has three tracks and I believe is due out 12/21. Unless that's just when the first single comes out. Either way it's awesome.
Here's the three tracks also:1. Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Thundergroove Lane)
2. Awkwardly Silent Night
3. Egg Nog'd (Bonus Track)
I'm pretty stoked. I cannot wait for Ironclad/Machinations.
Oh and as a bonus third bit, Connor posted a rather hilarious cover video:
Keep an eye out for more news!
Friday, December 16, 2011
I Had The Privilege To See The Chariot Live!
'The Devils Knot' Gains Reese Witherspoon
The West Memphis Three were finally freed recently. You can read more on their entire story here or just Google West Memphis Three and you'll find a plethora or information. In light on the events, hollywood, never missing a beat on doing a controversial/popular in the news biopic, has thrown into production 'The Devils Knot', a film about the West Memphis Three, which will now star Reese Witherspoon as the mother of one of the murder victims. Should be interesting.
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
The Best Albums Of 2011!
Well it's about that time of year. 99% of the releases this year have come out so I figured I'd tally up what worked best for me this year. Maybe you'll agree, maybe not. But check it out, and leave a comment if you want. Here are my top 15 releases.
(On an aside, blogger has an atrocious way of handling multiple images, and it would not let me put the images to the left and right of each block of text without having some stupid problem here or there that ruined everything. So it's all centered. Sorry if it bugs you.)
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
Dischordia - Creator, Destroyer
Saturday, December 10, 2011
The Marilyn Effect - Vanitas
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Plundering The Depths Bandcamp! The Kennedy Veil - The Sentance Of Their Conqueror
Moving on, this time I found a band called The Kennedy Veil. They are a pretty fantastic sounding Technical Death Metal band (A genre that I have to admit I've been pretty obsessed with lately.) The album is called The Sentance Of Their Conqueror.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Oh, And Becoming The Archetype Released O Holy Night!
Becoming The Archetype posted their cover of O Holy Night recently. It's a cool and almost scary take on the song, but it works really well in my opinion. It's also the first preview we get of the 'new' band with new vocalist Chris McCane and new drummer Michael McClellan. There isn't a huge amount of Chris' vocals on the track, it's actually a little disappointing in that manner, but he seems to do a pretty good job replacing Jason Wisdom's low growls, but Jason has fairly unique mids and highs so we'll have to see how he does whenever they release a new full length.
Here's a youtube video of the single:
You can also buy the single on iTunes and through other places.
Demon Hunter Made A Video For 'Lifewar'!
This one is rather interesting. Lifewar, from 2010's The World Is A Thorn is sort of a really long outro for Decending Upon Us, which is the frirt track on the album. Lifewar is also only 1:52 long. So when I pulled this up I wasn't really sure what to expect. What you get is rather interesting though. It's one continuous shot of Ryan Clark, with a rather epic beard, singing the lyrics with flashes of imagery projected on him with mud and dirt being put on him and washed away. The video is full of christian imagery, as are the lyrics of the song, which is obviously no surprise to anyone who knows the band. Ryan also gets decked pretty hard in the face towards the end, and takes it like a man.
Anyhow, it's an interesting little piece, and it's short, so check it out.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Chevelle - Hats Off To The Bull
I've been a fan of Chevelle for a while. Not a die hard fan, but they've never made a bad album in my opinion. Chevelle are sort of in an odd place for a lot of people. Their Tool influence is pretty obvious, both musically speaking and in terms of Pete Loeffler's vocal style. Many have passed them up as a band sucking up to Tool, which is most unfortunate, because if you dig deeper you'll find that on the surface they might be taking a number from Tool's sound, but overall they are their own band. Chevelle has crafted their own sound and in my book they are one of the best Alternative Metal/Rock outfits today.
Presenting 'A Little Privacy'
For one of my classes we were put into groups to make a 5 minute short film. It was a lot of fun to do, although I had enormous amounts of trouble exporting because my computer was struggling to handle all the video. But none the less here is what we came up with! http://vimeo.com/33257286
It's called A Little Privacy, and it's about a guy named Ken who is about to go to rehab, but wants to get one last fix in before that. Although he runs into all sorts of trouble in doing so.
Hope you enjoy, thanks for watching!
It's called A Little Privacy, and it's about a guy named Ken who is about to go to rehab, but wants to get one last fix in before that. Although he runs into all sorts of trouble in doing so.
Hope you enjoy, thanks for watching!
Thursday, December 1, 2011
To Speak Of Wolves Hit The Studio Today!
Man it's been a great new week! I have to say I've been waiting for this bit of news for a long time, and I was a bit scared it might never come because these guys aren't the biggest band in the world unfortunately. However, I'm happy to say that To Speak Of Wolves entered the studio today to start the recording process for their follow up to 2010's Myself > Letting Go.
Becoming The Archetype Loses Two Members
See that great beard there? Well unfortunately you won't be for a while. It seems that Jason Wisdom, the frontman for progressive metalcore band, Becoming the Archetype has left the band, along with 'Duck' their drummer. Jason's wife is having a kid soon, so it's understandable why he's leaving, but It's sad to see him go.
Secrets Of A Psychopath - Concept Of Failure
I was sent a link to download this EP from German Progressive Deathcore outfit Secrets Of A Psychopath for free this morning thanks to the vocalist dropping me a line on my Last.fm account. I'm not sure if he personally sought me out, or if he was spamming peoples wall, which I wouldn't blame him for, but regardless, I saw free music and decided it couldn't hurt to give it a listen. It also helps that it wasn't just a single, it was a solid 5 track EP, which in my opinion an EP needs to be at least 5 tracks. So my pre-requisites were met. Oh and the album art looked professional, which is always a good way to attract potential listeners.
So after all that, how did the album hold up?
Hour Of Penance Finalizing A New Album!
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Stranger Than Fiction: A Study of Student Perceptions of Writer's Block And Film in the Composition Classroom
Date of Award
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
First Advisor
Gian S. Pagnucci, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Nancy Hayward, Ph.D.
Third Advisor
William O. Boggs, D.A.
Writer's block is an issue that continues to persist in popular culture, even if it is a discussion that has been nearly abandoned in recent years. As example, a review for the film Stranger Than Fiction (2006) notes that the main character, Kay Eiffel (Emma Thompson) is suffering from "intense writer's block," but fails to elaborate on what that phrase means, thus indicating that the reader would already understand this term without explanation (McCarthy, 2006). This study made use of the power of popular culture, specifically film, to engage writing students in an exploration of their beliefs about writer's block. Through the research methods of surveys, observation, paper analysis, and interviews, data revealed that students entered the participating composition classrooms with preconceived understandings of writer's block. Additionally, student ideas of writers block were influenced, in some cases dramatically so, by clips of the film Stranger Than Fiction (2006) that were shown as part of this study. The impact of this study is clear. In Writer's Block: The Cognitive Dimension, Mike Rose (1984) indicates that, although writer's block is commonly discussed, "it is one of the least studied dysfunctions of the composing process" (p. 1). This dissertation study opens a discussion that has been nearly abandoned since the 1980s through the modern and oft-used method of film use in the composition class.
Recommended Citation
Miller, Kimberly Marie, "Stranger Than Fiction: A Study of Student Perceptions of Writer's Block And Film in the Composition Classroom" (2010). Theses and Dissertations (All). 955.