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It's been heralded as the "jewel of winter." It's been revered for its leathery skin, odd little seeds and miraculous juice.
It's been used medicinally in the Middle East, Iran, India, Egypt and Greece for thousands of years, and it's become the sweetheart of bartenders and health practitioners alike across the United States.
It's even been called the real forbidden fruit from the Garden of Eden.
It's the pomegranate, and this quirky little fruit has been the focus of medicinal debate for decades.
To help put the argument to rest, researchers from the University of Porto in Portugal set out to examine and explain the research surrounding the health benefits of pomegranate and its impact on disease.[1]
Dissecting the Pomegranate
The pomegranate can be broken down into three main components: skin (or peel), seeds and juice. The skin accounts for two-thirds of the fruit's weight, with the juice making up 30 percent and the seeds a mere 3 percent.
The main chemical (and arguably medicinal) components of the pomegranate include:
- Ellagic acid (antioxidant)
- Ellagitannins (polyphenol formed from ellagic acid and anti-viral properties)
- Punicalagins (polyphenol and antioxidant)
- Punic acid (anti-inflammatory)
- Anthocyanins (flavonoid and antioxidant)
- Flavonols (antioxidant)
- Flavones (antioxidant and anti-inflammatory)
Among the three main constituents of the pomegranate, the skin contains the highest antioxidant activity. However, the juice is often what is deemed to be of value. This is likely because the entire fruit (including the peel) is often used during the juice processing.
With all these amazing built-in health benefits, perhaps Hippocrates had the pomegranate in mind when he said, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." In fact, it is believed that he used pomegranates for a variety of medical ailments.
And when it comes to antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits, he may have been on to something.
Pomegranate's Antioxidant Power
Free radical damage has been linked to everything from heart health and diabetes to Alzheimer's disease and cancer. And one key way to prevent or offset free radical damage is with antioxidants.
As we mentioned before, pomegranates have been shown to have great antioxidant capabilities in their juice, seeds and skin. However, the majority of studies have concentrated on pomegranate juice.
One study found that the juice reduced platelet aggregation (risk for blood clots), reduced clogging tendencies of LDL cholesterol, and reduced oxidation,[2] while another study found that the juice reduced oxidation in diabetic rats.[3]
In fact, pomegranate juice has been found to have even more antioxidant capacity than red wine and green tea.[4]
The seed oils found in pomegranates have also been shown to possess antioxidant benefits similar to green tea and significantly greater than red wine. But nothing beats the pomegranate skin when it comes to antioxidant benefits, due in large part to its phenolic properties.[5]
In fact, the skin has greater phenolic weight than the seeds and greater antioxidant activity than the juice.[6] However, since so many commercial processing plants pull in some of the peel during juicing, many commercial pomegranate juice products offer the benefits of the juice and skin in one package.
And the health benefits of pomegranate don't end there…
Inflammation and Cancer
Pomegranate also appears to reduce inflammation. It does this through four paths:
1. Inhibits the COX-2 enzyme (which promotes pain and inflammation)
2. Suppresses inflammatory cytokine expression (proteins secreted by cells in the immune system)
3. Inhibits matrix metalloproteinases (chemicals that direct a cell in how to behave, grow, mutate, differentiate, die, etc.)
4. Suppresses activation of nuclear factor kappa B (leads to cell proliferation and inflammation)
And in many ways, the same ways pomegranate helps to reduce inflammation also mark it as a potential anti-cancer tool. For example, one study shows that pomegranate seed oil and fermented juice inhibited breast cancer cell proliferation and promoted cell death of breast cancer cells.[7]
A second study supports these results by also finding that in both lab and animal studies, pomegranate fruit extract demonstrated the ability to inhibit cancer cell proliferation while simultaneously promoting cancer cell death.[8]
Get Your Pomegranate Today
Researchers also found that whether you are talking about the juice, seeds, seed oil or even extract, there does not appear to be any concern with toxicity or even side effects.[9] So go ahead and revel in this jewel of winter.
Given the benefits of so many parts of the pomegranate, why not experiment a bit with all of them. You can enjoy a glass of juice, toss the seeds into a salad, or mix one cup sparkling mineral water with 2 tablespoons pomegranate extract. Serve over ice in a wine glass for a delicious, non-alcoholic nightcap.
Whether you choose the juice, the extract, the seeds or the fruit itself, your heart will thank you, your body will thank you, and there's no question that your taste buds will thank you!
[1] Faria, A and Calhau, C. The bioactivity of pomegranate: impact on health and disease. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2011 Aug;51(7):626-34.
[2] Gil, MI et al. Antioxidant activity of pomegranate juice and its relationship with phenolic composition and processing. J Agric Food Chem. 2000;48(10):4,581-9.
[3] Huang, TH et al. Pomegranate flower improves cardiac lipid metabolism in a diabetic rat model: Role of lowering circulating lipids. Br J Pharmacol. 2005;145(6):767-74.
[4] Gil, MI et al.
[5] Li, YF et al. Evaluation of antioxidant properties of pomegranate peel extract in comparison with pomegranate pulp extract. Food Chem. 2006;96(2):254-60.
[6] Singh, RP et al. Studies on the antioxidant activity of pomegranate (Punica granatum) peel and seed extracts using in vitro models. J Agric Food Chem. 2002;50(1):81-6.
[7] Toi, M et al. Preliminary studies on the anti-angiogenic potential of pomegranate fractions in vitro and in vivo. Angiogenesis. 2003;6(2):121-8.
[8] Malik, A et al. Pomegranate fruit juice for chemoprevention and chemotherapy of prostate cancer. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. 2005;102(41):14,813-8.
[9] Faria, A and Calhau, C.


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Falls at Dawn
This wide angle image was taken early on a spring morning and portrays the falls as though they might have been painted with the water flowing smoothly through the scene.
Falls in Silk
This is a telephoto shot taken on a foggy morning. The slow shutter speed gives the water a very silky look and the lack of sunlight provides a very monochromatic image.
Morning in the Mather Gorge
It is surprising the many folks do not really know that the Mather Gorge runs along the border of Great Falls Park and extends for about a mile below the falls once the river disappears from view as you stand at the overlooks. The image was taken on a fall morning from the eastern most end of the gorge shooting up river. The gorge is named after Stephen Mather who was named as the first director of the National Park Service in 1916. This is one of my favorite spots to shoot along the river as it is always a peaceful spot from which to observe the river and wildlife.
The Old Schoolhouse
The Old Schoolhouse now called the Forestville School is located on Georgetown Pike in the heart of Great Falls and has had a long and varied history. When I first moved to Great Falls in 1977 it was used as our Post Office and had previously been a church, library, bank and private residence and probably several other roles during its lifetime. It is now administered by the Fairfax County Park Authority. This image was taken in spring late one afternoon and the setting sun cast very soft slanted shadows across the front of the building.
The Village Green
In the heart of Great Falls is the Village Green which is home to retail shops, offices and the Old Brogue Restaurant. During the summer on Sunday evenings families gather around the bandstand to listen to live music. This shot was taken on an evening in June.
Colvin Run Mill
This is one of the most well known landmarks in Great Falls and is also administered by the Fairfax County Park Authority. This shot was taken after a winter storm passed through and the image provides a feeling from another era.
Observatory Park,
There is no better place in the area to observe the heavens than Observatory Park. This image was taken one evening as a plane was coming into Dulles.
The Historic Colvin Run Schoolhouse ,
The Colvin Run Schoolhouse is a true historic treasure of Great Falls. It was originally built around 1895 and is used today predominately for dancing. Arthur Godfrey, former radio and TV personality, used to belong to the Colvin Run Citizens Association and used to announce the Saturday night dances on his radio show. This image was taken during a spring evening from in front of Thelma's Store.
Bluebells at Riverbend:
This image was taken in Riverbend Park early one morning as the sun was coming up over the Potomac. There are several areas along the river where the Bluebells thrive in the early spring.
Climbing the Cliffs:
This image of a Great Blue Heron was taken in Great Falls Park, the bird almost appears to be suspended in air as its flight path takes it ever higher against the rocky walls of the falls.
White-tailed Doe
While most residents feel that there are too many deer in the area as they consume a lot of vegetation, there are some instances where these creatures do strike some beautiful poses. This was taken in my own yard.
Enjoying the Water
One afternoon I was shooting a group of kayakers right at water level at the base of the falls and this image seemed to illustrate the depths that some will go to enjoy their sport.
Stained Glass Window at Salem Baptist Church
The church is located near the intersection of Georgetown Pike and Seneca Road and there are two of these windows one on either side of the entryway. The church is in great need of repair and this image seems to reflect that need and at the same time displaying the beauty in the glasswork.
Pileated Woodpecker
The Pileated Woodpecker is a large bird, about 17 inches tall, and is very common to our area. This image was taken in the morning Great Falls Park.
Thelma's Place
While Thelma's Store is gone, the memory of her, the store and the ice cream lives on.


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Hi guys I hope you are doing well and this blog is very special for me as it's my first travel blog. Disclaimer, as it is my first time writing a travel blog please don't mind if this is not what you are expecting. This is basically about my staycation in Pacific hotels. So they invited us for a 3 day staycation at both of their properties in Dehradun and Mussoorie.
About Pacific hotels
Pacific hotels are 4 starter properties with all the facilities like Bar, gym, banquet halls and in house fine-dine restaurants. These properties are beautifully designed to make your stay luxurious.
They have different types of rooms according to your budget and needs. They have deluxe rooms, super deluxe room, Executive Deluxe room, Presidential suite and honey moon suite. With each level you get extra facilities like bath tub, dinning area, mini kitchen etc.
Highlights of Pacific hotel Dehradun
✓ This place is very close to near-by market and mall road.
✓ It has well equipped Gym.
✓ Fully-loaded Bar with huge seating area.
✓ Presidential and Honey-moon suite.
✓ In-house fine dine restaurant.
✓ Huge banquets for wedding and parties.
✓ Very Humble and welcoming staff.
The main highlight of my stay in Pacific hotel Dehradun was it's food. They have a very vast menu and the food is just over the top. They make sure to serve hot food in the chilli of Dehradun.
Dishes you must try would be lemon- coriander soup. Veg-Sizzler platter and lasagne. Also in desserts do try baked Gulab jamun and banana toffee. They need to work on their shakes and drinks but other than that everything is just perfect.
Highlights of Pacific Hotel Mussoorie
✓ This place is offers valley view rooms.
✓ It has a cozy vibes perfect to refresh and rejuvenate you.
✓ High-end and luxurious stay experience.
✓ Presidential and Honey-moon suite.
✓ In-house fine dine restaurant.
✓ No pillar ball room perfect for parties.
*Total of 30 valley view rooms available.
The main highlight for me is that it's away from noisy area. You can actually relax and enjoy your stay. I am the kind of person who likes to stay in room and be with myself. So it's very important for me to have a gorgeous and peaceful view in morning.
There's a short-cut to mall road if you want to shop and roam around.
Also for all those who are planning a trip this new year's eve Pacific Hotel Mussoorie have planned a party for all their guests. You can book your rooms and celebrate a wonderful new year.
I would highly recommend you guys a stay in Pacific hotels if you are visiting Dehradun or Mussoorie.
Some other things to try
If you are in Dehradun you have to go to bake masters and ellora's they have a bunch of baked goods you don't want to miss out. My favorites we're milk rusk, plum cake and coconut macaroons.
And in Mussoorie you have to go to Funjabi Tandoorzzz one and only place which serves Amritsari kulcha. My God the food is Delicious you have to try it.
So guys this was my experience at Pacific hotels and I would highly recommend to check out both the places and if you do please don't forget to share the experience with me.
Till then Bye.


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Irvine Valley's women's soccer team played right with Cypress for the first half of Tuesday's Orange Empire Conference match at home.
But the Chargers scored three goals in the second half and the Lasers fell, 4-1, to the second-place team in the conference standings.
IVC's record slippped to 2-11-6 overall and 2-6-5 in conference.
Cypress got on the board first when Mary Dynda took a long range shot that got past IVC freshman keeper Marisa Banos in the 29th minute.
But Ivine Valley responded just before the end of the first half. The Lasers scored one of their best goals of the year.
Freshman Lauren Berry sent a corner kick across the top of the box that sophomore forward Luci Bernal dummied and sophomore defender Yvette Belman stepped up and sent a one-time shot from 19 yards out into the upper right corner to tie the match at 1-1 in the 39th minute.
But it was all Cypress in the second half. The Chargers took the lead for good three minutes into the half on a goal by Kristen Nolan. She took control of a loose ball in the box and scored.
Then in the 60th minute, Ranae Francis scored off a header on a free kick from Dynda to make it 3-1.
The Chargers closed out the scoring in the 88th minute when Nolan scored her second goal of the game off a cross from Cynthia Iniguez.
Cypress improved its record to 9-5-3 overall and 7-2-3 in conference.
Both IVC's Banos and Cypress keeper Tabatha Macedo made three saves on the day.
Irvine Valley plays again on Friday, hosting Golden West at 3 p.m. It will be IVC's final game of the regular season.


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Story written by: Anthony Perry, Rivier University Sports Information Director
(Winthrop, Mass.) The Great Northeast Athletic Conference announced earlier this afternoon that both Rivier University juniors Pedro Campos (Downey, Calif.) and Cam Roth (Coventry, R.I.) have been selected as the conference's offensive and defensive players of the week.
Campos was sensational in a perfect 3-0 week for the Raiders, as the junior setter directed the Rivier offense to a .343 hitting percentage while averaging 12.00 assists per set. He also chipped in with 2.50 digs and 0.70 blocks per set over his three game stretch. The offense hit a blistering .453 and Campos dished out 40 assists with seven digs in the team's 3-0 GNAC win over Emmanuel. He then followed that performance with a monster 44-assist, 11-dig, four-block showing in the four set win over Wells before capping off the week with 36 assists, seven digs and two blocks in a sweep of SUNY-Poly.
Roth averaged 2.00 digs, 0.60 blocks and 0.50 service aces over the three games in which the Raiders dropped one set. Offensively, the third year outside hitter averaged 3.20 kills per set on a .328 hitting percentage. He registered eight kills (.467), three aces and eight digs in the clean slate win over the Saints before notching 14 kills, six digs and three blocks in the 3-1 triumph over Wells. Roth then finished the week with a 10-kill, six-dig, two-block night against SUNY-Poly.
Campos and Roth are the latest members of the Men's Volleyball program to earn weekly honors from the conference. Junior Francis Kokoros (Braintree, Mass.) was selected as the GNAC Offensive Player of the Week back on January 28th. This is the first time in his career that Campos has been named a Player of the Week. For Roth, it is his third as he was also named GNAC Defensive Player of the Week on April 9, 2018 and GNAC Rookie of the Week back on January 23, 2017.
The Raiders (3-5 overall, 1-0 GNAC) will return to the court on Wednesday evening as they travel to Nichols College for a non-conference clash with the Bison. Game time is scheduled for 7pm.


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New Motorcycle/Review
Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport Corsa and California Sport
By Nicholas Frankl
European Correspondent.
Here's to the Good(ZZI) Times
How is it that great names fade away? Talk to even a moderately informed motorist/biker (petrolhead for short) and they'll go all wobbly at the notion of a Moto Guzzi. New one is it? They enquire- about the manufacturer-not just the model. Surprising to learn - for them not me- that this Italian specialist has been producing some of the most spirited and evocative motorcycles for the past 77 years.
Recently they have been catching up with the main stream manufacturers and in some cases embarrassing them too. The California EV is an outstanding combination of power, civility, comfort and durability- all reasons why the cognoscenti have voted it the best GT bike around. So MG have introduced a sportster version, with lowered seat, no panniers and a general dieting of all things ancillary to a street cruiser's cred. The Special is FAB! Not since Cindy C reappeared in Playboy have I wanted anything quite so badly. With the standard V-twin rocking across the frame and the dual pipes running for a full meter and a half, the pearl white Cali is not for the anonymous rider, for, along with the looks, their is the noise too. Not only does it look like a dream it rides like one as well. Quick to change direction in town and easy to cruise two-up through the country lanes. No the MG characteristics are not for everyone (just like brunettes) but if you're with the programme the Cali will reward at every turn. The 75bhp, 1100 V-twin engine is responsive and very flexible, allowing relaxed cruising around town and a push if you explore the upper reaches of the 8500 revs on offer, all the time serenaded by a glorious cacophony of old world heritage combined with new age instruments. But, the best bit comes when you need to wipe off the speed. Even with two-up, running hard with the traffic lights going red, a touch on the rear brake peddle will bring in to play MG's dual brake system- and wham, no white knuckles, just a sharp bite up front (which some how almost eliminates any dive) and a steady level pull-up. It's simpler than the Honda system and works extremely effectively once you've got the hang of it.
The result is a machine which you can hassle around town, thrash on the open road and smile throughout. As an evolution it's a credit to MG's engineers and a welcome addition to the Harley Sportster game-a model incidentally, which it leaves well in its wake.
On the sports note, as in racer, I am currently running the 1100 Sport Corsa and what a beast it is. As a companion to my newly acquired Lancia Integrale (ex-Ferrari Formula One ace Eddie Irvine and heavily tweaked) the Guzzi makes a fine partner.
Long and low with a Red and Black paint scheme, the Corsa is awesome. Thoughtfully an MG petrolhead has removed the catalyst and affixed a pair of termignoni carbon cans that not only look as if they should have been decommissioned as part of some arms agreement but sound like a pair Howitzers. Result? Fabulous looks, great noise and steaming performance. Forget the fact that clearly red paint is a scarce commodity in Italy, so the inside of the cowling is left bare, that the instruments are mounted with a black foam surround so that on full lock the bars don't crash into metal, or that without fail the pillion's never enjoyed the rid'em high seating position- these are all details-and this is a Italian charisma machine not some Japanese bean counters science project.
So last Sunday (it matters not which one) we ( two CBR600's one VFR 800 and one Guzzi) set off in search of some deserted country lanes on a crisp clear day. The first thing I noticed was how much respect I got, not just from other bikers, but from the general populous around the city. A good thing if keeping safe is high on your wish list. The attention was of course helped significantly by the accompanying field artillery sound effects. The M11 runs north-east of London up through beautiful Essex countryside and into serious sports bike territory. Running at a steady 90mph, the Guzzi is comfortable and rock steady - as you would expect from a bike weighing over 220KG, it is also responsive, because once the engine is running at over 4500-5000 revs it's whole manner changes, and the power becomes stronger and smoother. Winding it on in fifth is a doddle and results in mid-120mph velocity in a flash, with a little noise bombardment, too, of course.
Now onto the windy black tops. CBR up front, CBR behind and VFR bringing up the rear. The Micron exhaust and jetted 600 pops a big wheelie to signal the start of play, kind of like the umpire tossing the coin at the Wimbledon men's final, and we all open up with a blitz on the gas. It's not easy to ease the best out of the Guzzi- you have to work at it. Each corner pushing a little hard, braking a little deeper and accelerating a little earlier. But with this cautious progress (after all we have the next 3-4 hours to enjoy) the 1100 motor starts talking you in unison with the chassis and now warmed-up Pirelli's. With every up-change comes a renewed sense of pleasure of genuinely working with the machine, which at times feels like it has a bit of the devil in it, untamed and waiting to bite you. Winding down the box, which I am afraid to say is still the weakest link throughout the range, you match the revs to keep it smooth and steady, but also just cos it sounds sooo damn good.
Out over moorland I swapped with our "quickest" rider. Now, with the 80 V-four thumping away and roaring after the Guzzi, I could see the whole package in action, down the straight the VFR was just too slippery, but through the twisty stuff, although incredibly easy to lean over and chase, the Honda left me somehow removed from the action, not that, in it's own way, it isn't just an outstanding motorcycle, just that, on a day meant for riding, the Guzzi was the best partner - if not the most comfortable of buddies.
The end result? Everyone agreed that if we could afford 'a collection' then a Guzzi Sport Corsa would have to feature in it. As for my own view. I was sad to see it go-particularly as a very unsporting women decided to reverse her car into it, knocking it over and causing significant damage-all the while pretending not to notice, I assume, as she fled the scene. That said I like to think that maybe she was just a frustrated Ducati rider? Nice thought, but I doubt it.
Motor Guzzi 1100 Sport Corsa Ł8495 1064 cc 90bhp 215kg Motor Guzzi California Special Ł 7950 1064kg 75bhp 251kg


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I used the template found at the DigiChick website. Then I decided to use the new Sycamore Street DSP from Sale-a-Bration as inspiration for my colour palette.
If you love this as much as I do, contact me to book your candy dispenser party! We'll make these cute dispensers, eat some candy and maybe even fill them when we're done; if there's any candy left over, that is!
Sale-a-Bration starts January 22! Every order of $60 gets to chose one FREE item from the exclusive Sale-a-Bration flyer. Don't miss out on these limited time items!


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From the 1840s onward, workers flooded into the town of Aberdare to
work in the coalmines. Over 100 places of worship were built to cater
for people mainly from West Wales and the West of England.
The Church building was erected in 1860. At the time, it was the third Unitarian Church in the area and the first to use the English language. The Cambrian Miner's Lamp Factory was built in Graig Street nearby and the owners, Thomas & Williams, were instrumental in the building of the Church. Now the congregations are combined in one Church building and meet for worship on a weekly basis.
In 1995 the building was renovated and adapted at a cost of £85,000 and now acts as a centre of activities for the local community.
A new history of Highland Place Unitarian Church, entitled 'Highland Place Unitarian Church, 1860-2010, A Story of Resilience' is available from the Church Secretary.
Celebrating 150 years of Highland Place�
In the beginning
Early Unitarians & Radicalism by Joe England
Foundry Town by Anne & Alun Watts
Hen Dŷ Cwrdd, Trecynon - A brief Account by Eric Jones
The latter days at Hen Dŷ Cwrdd - A personal account by Eric Jones
The Church at Highland Place by Rev. Eric Jones
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Travelling at short distances is an everyday experience for many people. They often need to go to work in the near town, or visit family and friends, or just to have a rest in their small village. There are several ways for transportation, but which one is the most convenient?
One of the most popular and used ways for travelling among people, is by driving their own cars. It surely is really comfortable, because you are your own boss, you don't have to share the travel with strangers and you can always stop at a café near a road to read a newspaper and have some refreshments. But it has some risks as well. Except being a good driver, you have to be ready for emergency situations as well, because one never knows when he will have a flat tyre or overheated engine.
Another way for travelling is by bus.
Public transport is not such a bad thing, if you forget about the boring films, which are played (or which you are unable to see because your seat is in the deep, dark back of the bus and the person in front of you is 2m tall). Or if you don't mind all the other little inconvenients, connected with the plenty of unknown people around, and the fact that you are nailed to your seat. It is surely more secure than travelling on your own. And you can daydream all the time, or read a book, or just sleep.
The third way of travelling is by train. It is absolutely the slowest one. But it gives the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful sights of the nature. It is like a long walk through a gallery, making you feel relaxed, filled with confidence for the beauty around...


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I don't know what love is anymore.
Well, that's not entirely true, but I'm going to tell you a little secret: I've lost the spark.
You know the kind of spark I'm talking about?
Where butterflies take flight in your stomach from two hands innocently colliding. Or catching your breath when you first meet someone attractive. Yeah, that spark.
Except I haven't felt that feeling in forever; there is nothing left inside of me.
Normally, this wouldn't be a problem–but I'm a writer on a serious deadline, and my editor is breathing down my neck for a romantic, Nicholas Sparks type love story. No pressure, right?
That's how I find myself flying across the country to crash a wedding in the name of research, dress and heels stuffed into my small suitcase.
It should be the easiest book research ever. Drinking some free champagne, basking in the love of two strangers, and tapping into my romantic side. That will be a breeze. I'm a pro. I can handle this.
Until I mistakenly end up in the wrong hotel room, naked as the day I was born, with the sexiest human I have ever met staring me down, wondering what I'm doing taking a shower in his bathroom. I don't think calling it research will get me out of this pickle.
I LOVED this story!!! Meghan Quinn is such an amazing author who has the ability to make me laugh hysterically, feel the feels and just truly enjoy a book!
I won't lie, I was sorta iffy about this book, the Wedding Crashers concept was meh to me. But it's Meghan Quinn, so hells yeah I'm gonna read it!! And oh I'm so glad I did!
Beck and Rylee's story was perfect!! I couldn't STOP reading it! I loved how sassy and perfect they were for each other; always out-doing the other with crazy tales, shock value, etc.
It's not often you read a book that you truly connect with but I felt this story to my core. I was falling for Beck just as Rylee was!!
5 Stars!


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Still searching for the perfect fall spot?
Somewhere to enjoy the blaze of colors amid the mountains? Perhaps with a touch of state history thrown in, too?
If so, look no further than historic Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park.
Located in the Greenbrier River Valley not far from Lewisburg, the landmark is part of the Civil War Discovery Trail.
That means it is part of 300 historical sites located in 16 different states, and offers plenty of diversity for individuals as well as families.
History buffs will be especially interested because this is the site of the last major Civil War battle in West Virginia.
But that's not all.
The park offers a playground, picnic area, hiking trails and a lookout tower that's the perfect spot to view the Mountain State's fall foliage.
A well-known state landmark, the lookout tower offers visitors a breathtaking view of the valley below.
It is located by a picnic area, complete with tables, so there's no need to stop admiring the spectacular autumn beauty while grabbing a bite to eat.
The park is free to visit, and will give you a true sense of what Civil War times were like while displaying our great state's natural beauty.
Be prepared to be dazzled by all that Droop Mountain has to offer.


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"Success comes to those who dedicate everything to their passion in life. To be successful, it is also very important to be humble and never let fame or money travel to your head."
"It all started from a folder, ideas that soared relentlessly into what we have become today".
At BuildUltra, we just simply create things, things on par with your imagination and yet beyond your expectation.
At Buildultra we think things in bit size and yet we can weave your dreams megabyte size.
At BuildUltra, we are humble and yet we work hard enough to touch your hopes and see you shine.
At BuildUltra, we bring forth a team with diverse skills and yet we provide our best effort and services to solve your needs.
At Buildultra, we welcome you to start with anything small and yet Build something big, something Ultra!
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Spring is in the Air, yes it is. You can't help but feel energized and rejuvenated when you see the first Robin and wake up hearing the birds chirping. We have had a week of beautiful weather here in Nebraska in the 50s, 60s and even a day in the 70s. I finally got my winter decor all down but not yet put away. My spare bedroom is a muck. I now have a fresh clean canvas to work with for my spring decorating which makes me a very happy girl. I have felt a bit stagnant and needed this little boost to energize me. Nothing like a little warm weather to bring people out walking with their pets or family even though what it brings to my environment is a barking madhouse, but my baby girls Maisie and Gabriella rule the roost, what we do for our little 4 footed friends :) They love you unconditionally. The snow is almost gone and the grass is breathing and getting ready to green up and bring life to a dull humdrum yard. Yes, Spring has sprung I am hopeful. I love when the days get longer..you can sit outside on the porch swing and breath in the smells of life and hope. Here are a few glimpses of vintage springtime that I have already utilized to inspire me in this moment....In a few days spring will have sprung in my vintage home, it will be full of the springtime smells, colors and full of life...I cannot wait, it energizes me and makes me smile.
This is a banner I had made for me from Sweet Ms. Cherry from Cherry's Jubilee.
I love this vintage picture with the chickadees..It screams of springtime. I have this hanging in my dining room.
Vintage waterers and birdhouses, some of my loves. You can see that I love pink. I have saved every rose I've gotten and dried it to utilize in decorating. Vintage speaks history and history tells a story. My home is full of memories and the past, it speaks to me everyday.
Life is what we make of it. Everyone needs a little energizing and find what brings joy and happiness to your heart whether that be in decorating or whatever brings you joy.
A Friend from the Heart :)


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Join us on Wednesdays, at our new time of 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., in the practice of yoga. Our movement studio will feature both gentle and restorative yoga on alternating weeks beginning February 6th.
Benefits of Both Gentle & Restorative Yoga
Yoga helps to improve flexibility and mobility while increasing range of movement and reducing aches and pains. You will improve body alignment resulting in better posture and helping to relieve back, neck, joint, and muscle problems.
Yoga can ease pain. Studies have demonstrated that practicing yoga postures, meditation or a combination of both, reduced pain for people with conditions such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, auto-immune diseases and hypertension. It can also help with arthritis and other chronic conditions.
Yoga opens the way to improved concentration, coordination, reaction time and memory.
Why Restorative Yoga?
Restorative yoga uses a series of long-hold, well supported postures for inducing relaxation and relieving stress. This practice uses props to support your body so poses can be held for a longer period of time. You will learn to enjoy the stillness of your body and mind. At the end, you will feel open and refreshed!
Our instructor for Gentle & Restorative Yoga is Deborah Gullo.
A longtime yoga practitioner and teacher, Deborah Gullo's focus in teaching yoga is on correct alignment, use of props for accessibility, and assisting students in finding balance and contentment in their individual yoga practice. She is experienced in working with all ages and levels of students. A certified yoga teacher, Deborah has over 5,700 hours of teaching experience, maintains registry with Yoga Alliance at the 'experienced teacher' level, and is certified to provide continuing education courses to yoga teachers and massage therapists. With a commitment to continued personal growth and learning, she pursues ongoing yoga, meditation, and Ayurvedic studies.
Deborah shares her life and love with husband Sal – best friend, metal sculptor of fantastic things, and fixer of stuff. Together they have a son, Darin, daughter-in-love Amy, and two beautiful granddaughters, Emily and Mackenzie.
Cost to attend is $10.00. For more information, or to reserve your spot, call 352-515-6121
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Spring Hill Holistic Wellness focuses on the whole individual, bringing health to the body, mind, and spirit. Non-invasive, organic health care, whether it is the food you eat or the natural herbal medicine you take or utilizing our many services. You will see an improvement in your thinking and in your relationships, both personal and at work. We are here to address your needs and guide you to a happy and joyful life. Your local source for joyful living!
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Introduction: A Traffic Source that Lives up to the Hype
It's an exciting time to be an online merchant. Marketing channels abound. New ways to target, reach, and woo potential buyers pop up all the time. It's also a time filled with obstacles. Competition is fierce. Customer expectations for shopping experiences are high. Technology has leveled the playing field in some ways, and consolidation has given big advantages to giants like Amazon.
I admit, I'm a marketing and ecommerce junkie. I love new marketing ideas and enjoy testing new channels. But more than finding what's new, I enjoy finding what works consistently. Right now, my absolute favorite source of traffic for online merchants is Google Shopping (aka Product Listing Ads or PLAs). Google Shopping ads are displayed when a user searches for a product in Google. They appear along the top of or often in the upper right hand side of a search results page (see below). Shopping ads can also be found by clicking the "shopping" tab. What we care most about is the 1-8 shopping ads that appear on the Google search results page (see below) - that's where the magic happens.
Your success as an online merchant hinges on your ability to attract new customers at an acceptable cost. Google Shopping ads are one of the leading traffic sources that can give you an edge in a competitive landscape. To get you excited about Google Shopping let me share some recent success stories. I want you to see the potential this holds for your business. I'll share some average results in a minute, but first, here is a highlight reel. The kind of results listed below are not unheard of, but aren't necessarily typical either. It's kind of like watching a two-minute clip of all the fantastic finishes and magical moments of the NCAA basketball tournament after it's over. These client examples do not reflect everyday behavior, but they are real and they do happen. So here goes:
A company in the watersport industry who is generating $12 in revenue per click with an average cost per click of only $.24, spend $.24 and get $12 in return...not bad. A parts company who averages $12 to $14 in sales for every $1 spent with Google Shopping ads. And the coup de gras - a company in the outdoor space, who I helped generate $19,000 in sales from 165 transactions with an experimental campaign that spent a total of $67. Yes, you read that right - $19,000 in sales on $67 in total spend….no kidding. Yes this one is like the half court shot at the buzzer - doesn't happen very often at all, but pretty cool when it does.
Want some more conservative examples? How about 300-600% return on ad spend (ROAS) on average across all the campaigns we managed last year? Would you be willing to spend $1 to get $3-$6 in sales in return? I think most merchants would. So how do you do that? That's what this guide is all about. From set up–to ongoing management and optimization, we'll walk you through the X Factors that will help set you up for success.
Google Shopping Volume Now Greater than Search Ads
Over the last few years Google Shopping has transitioned from a new channel into an established and critically important channel for most online retailers. In Q1 of 2017, Google Shopping accounted for 52% of click share for retailers marking the first time shopping clicks have exceeded search clicks(text ad). For non-branded terms, Google Shopping click share is a staggering 75% (Search Engine Land). I mention this to point out that Google Shopping is competitive. It's still very possible for you to promote your products profitably on Google Shopping, but it's not quite as easy as it was in 2015 or before.
It should come as no surprise that Google Shopping clicks on mobile devices is growing at an even faster pace than clicks on desktop. In 2016, 29% of Google Shopping revenue came from mobile devices. That's up for 17% in 2015. Also, Google Shopping revenue accounted for 16.1% of online retail sales in 2016, up from 9% in 2015 (Retail Dive).
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About Me
My name is Jaymes. I am a photographer based in New York City. I specialize in lifestyle, fine arts & boudoir photography.
I have been shooting for more than five years and participated in more than 200 photo shoots worldwide. I love to get the best visual results for clients as well as experiment on new things. I hope one day we can meet for your next project or idea.
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Careers in Gaming
Hi guys, here is a guest post which i know a lot of you fellow geeks will find VERY interesting, this is written by a fellow named Aaron Walker.
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Those of us at a certain age may remember being warned by our parents that 'video game tester' isn't a real job. These days, not only is the generation gap slowly disappearing when it comes to video games, but there are also more career options in the gaming industry than ever before. Whether your skills lean towards programming, marketing or story design, if you're a video game enthusiast, there's a good chance a career in the industry might be right for you.
According to the Entertainment Software Association, the video game industry was a $24.5 billion a year business in 2011. CNBC reports that, in America, "there are more than 32,000 people directly employed by publishers and developers," and that, "on average, industry employees receive an annual compensation of $89,781."
So, how does one get a foot in the door of this lucrative industry?
Have the Right SkillsIf you're interested in working in development, make sure you have the skills that employers want. Especially at smaller studios, multitasking is highly valued. You should know the basics of all aspects that go into a video game, including programming, level design, 3D modeling and audio.
Have the Right EducationAs with most industries, a degree from a well-respected school can open a lot of doors. The Princeton Review publishes an annual ranking of the best video game design programs in the country. Top of the list for 2012 was the University of Southern California, followed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Utah.
Have a Strong PortfolioA strong portfolio that demonstrates a working knowledge of both industry and technical aspects may be enough to make up for the lack of a prestigious education. Be active on gaming message boards. Start your own blog. Attend trade shows. Most of all, if you're a designer or programmer, start making games. Having a working demo of something you made is the best way to show your skills to a potential employer.
Know What Else is Out ThereJust like every other business, video game companies need salespeople, marketers and admin staff to properly function. If you're not computer savvy, that doesn't necessarily rule out a career in the industry. You will need to work a little harder, though, to demonstrate your credentials. Companies will be looking for someone who knows the industry and preferably has professional experience. You may need to start in an unpaid internship position.
Your career in video games can take you anywhere, from a high-level marketing event in a Tokyo hotel, to a closed door lobbying meeting at a washington conference center. Breaking into the industry is no different than in any other profession. If you're passionate about gaming, have a strong drive to succeed, and are just a little but lucky, there's no reason you can't make it your life.
About the author:
Aaron Walker is a tech enthusiast who loves trying new gadgets, reading true crime novels, and hiking. He hopes to someday end up in a writing career combining all of his interests.
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With British strawberries in abundance at the moment, here is a summer dessert you can make ahead giving you time to relax in the sunshine. I probably say this about most of the recipes I put on my blog, but I really do love Pannacotta. My husband knows I will always pick it from a menu. It's a simple dessert but it feels like eating velvet. The strawberries only add to the luxury and it all helps with your 5 a day(!). I've served mine with fresh strawberries which have been dressed with Womersley Foods Strawberry & Mint Dressing. I've used Womersley dressings before, just the bottles are enough to make you want one but when you read the flavours it's difficult to know which to choose. I get mine from Delifonseca in Liverpool but if you go to their website they have a list of stockists for you. I find myself creating recipes around their flavours for sweet and savoury dishes.
200g Strawberries (hulled and choped) 30g Caster Sugar, 4 Gelatine Leaves, 500ml Whipping Cream
Soak the gelatine in water. Blitz the strawberries and sugar in a processor until pureed. Pour the puree into a small pan and bring to the boil. Reduce the liquid by about 1/3 till it weighs 125g. Pass it through a sieve to remove the seeds.
Pour half the cream into the pan and bring to the boil, stir in the puree and remove from the heat. Squeeze out the water from the gelatine and whisk into the strawberry and cream mixture, make sure the gelatine has dissolved. Add the remaining cream and mix thoroughly.
Pour into the moulds and refrigerate till set, about 4 hours. Dip the moulds into boiling water to remove dessert and serve with fresh strawberries.


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Ginny's & Jane E's at the Old IGA Reviews
A little bit of everything is the best way to describe Ginny's & Jane E's. This eclectic store offers both cafe items and retail therapy in one package.
Ginny's & Jane E's
While visiting Anna Maria Island this store is a must stop. You'll find local art, antiques and beach accessories like you've never seen before. There is always something fun and funky to find.
Occasionally you'll catch live entertainment along with the Vintage Flea Market happening a few times a year. The Market coincides with the island high season.
Ginny's & Jane E's is notorious for having massive cinnamon rolls fresh made in the bakery. You'll find smoothies and coffee drinks too. Beyond the bakery you'll find a great selection of lunch items, beer and wine. Relax like the locals at this fun hangout spot. Grab a seat outside and people watch, or cool down inside with air conditioned seating. In the morning you'll see folks reading the newspaper enjoying the cool ocean breezes.
The store is open daily from 7:30am-4pm. You'll find plenty of parking around back and some street parking. This spot is just a short walk away from many Anna Maria vacation rentals, and has a nice big bike rack for those coming by two wheels.


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Grace Bible Institute
* Independent * Fundamental * Pre-Tribulational * Dispensational
All classes are from the 1611 King James Bible
Study to shew thyself approved unto God,
a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
2 Timothy 2:15
Israel's Prophecy Program
2.75 Credit hours
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Revelation 1-11 Tests 2.75 Credit hours
Chapter One Test
1. What is the correct title of the last book of the Bible?
2. Who is the author of the book?
3. When was it written and why is its dating important?
4. Was John one of the twelve apostles to Israel or to the Gentiles?
5. Is it a book that is meant to be understood? How do we know that?
6. Is the book written to Christians in the church age?
7. How many blessings are mentioned in Revelation 1:3?
8. What is the three fold division of the book?
9. Where was the book written from and why?
10. What does "the time is at hand" refer to?
11. To whom is the book addressed?
12. Did all of these seven churches exist in John's day?
13. Can a Christian today keep all the things written in this book?
14. What does John mean when he says the events are to shortly come to pass?
15. What does "first begotten from the dead" mean?
14. Who has their sins washed away in Christ's own blood?
15. Does verse seven speak of the rapture or the second coming?
16. What does the reference to the Lord's day mean?
17. What does the sharp two edged sword represent?
18. What is meant by the keys of death and of hell?
19. What is meant by the things which thou hast seen?
20. What do the seven stars represent in verse twenty?
Chapter Two Test
1. Who are the letters addressed to?
2. Were the letters written to seven churches in John's day?
3. Does the Holy Spirit operate with believers during the tribulation?
4. What were two biblical qualifications to be an apostle?
5. Can a church today ever have its candle removed by God?
6. Where is the tree of life today?
7. Will a Christian partake of the tree of life in the kingdom?
8. Does a Christian need to be faithful unto death to be saved?
9. What is the second death?
10. What is the doctrine of the Nicolaitans?
11. What does the sword of Christ's mouth represent?
12. List five things that each of these letters have in common.
13. What does it mean to overcome?
14. What does "he that hath an ear let him hear" mean?
Chapter Three Test
1. What does "be watchful" mean to the church at Sardis?
2. What scripture in Matthew describes Jesus' second advent?
3. Can a Christian's name be blotted out of the book of life?
4. What is the key of David?
5. What will God make of those that falsely claim they are Jews?
6. What is meant by the hour of temptation?
7. Is there a temple in the city of new Jerusalem?
8. What is God's new name?
9. How is Christ contrasted with this church?
10. Who is promised to sit with Christ from this church?
11. Where is Christ in relation to the church at Laodicea?
Chapter Four Test
1. What do the words "after this" refer to in verse one?
2. What did John mean by being in the spirit?
3. Who are the twenty-four elders?
4. Where are they mentioned in the old testament?
5. Why are their seats empty in the old testament?
6. Who are the seven Spirits of God?
7. What are the four beasts?
8. What is one of the four beast's jobs in heaven?
Chapter Five Test
1. Who was worthy to open the seals and to look thereupon?
2. How was the only one worthy to open the book described?
3. How did John see him?
4. What do the seven horns and the seven eyes represent?
5. What do the scriptures say that Israel shall be one day unto God?
6. Who was redeemed by the Lamb's blood?
7. Who do the twenty-four elders represent?
8. Where does scripture say that his servants (Israel) shall reign at one day?
9. What does the Lamb receive at the end of the tribulation?
Chapter Six Test
1. Who is the rider on the white horse?
2. What was the power given to the rider on the red horse?
.3 What did the balances represent in the hand of the third rider?
4. What is meant by death and hell being the fourth rider's name?
5. Who were the souls under the altar that were slain?
6. What old testament verse is fulfilled during the sixth seal?
Chapter Seven Test
1. What is the seal of the living God?
2. What is the nationality of the 144,000 servants?
3. What tribe is not listed here and why?
4. Who are the great multitude and where are they from?
5. What will the tribulation saints do in the kingdom?
6. Will the tribulation saints need to partake of the tree of life?
Chapter Eight Test
1. Does prophecy always happen in chronological order?
2. Why is there silence in heaven for half an hour?
3. Are the religious objects mentioned used in a church or a temple?
4. Which old testament prophet performed similar signs in Egypt?
5. Were these judgments local of worldwide?
6. Where does chapter eight end up chronologically in time?
Chapter Nine Test
1. What is the star that fell from heaven?
2. What was the affect upon the earth when the pit was opened?
3. Who alone were protected from the stings of the locusts?
4. How long were people tormented by the locust stings?
5. What was the response of those stung?
6. How many were killed by the horsemen?
Chapter Ten Test
1. Who was the angel in verse two?
2. What did the little book contain?
3. Why are the seven thunders not told to us by John?
4. What is the mystery of God?
5. Did John ever get off the Isle of Patmos and preach again?
Chapter Eleven Test
1. Where is the Temple in verse one located? Heaven, or earth?
2. How long are the months that are mentioned?
3. Who are the two witnesses?
4. How long do the two witnesses prophecy?
5. What powers do they have?
6. Describe what happens to the two witnesses?
7. What are the three woes?
8. What does verse fifteen prophecy of?
9. Is the temple in verse nineteen the same temple as verse one?
10. How do the people around the world see the witnesses' bodies?
11. What city is spiritually called Sodom and Egypt?
12. Who is the beast that ascends out of the pit?


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My last article, the shotgun method has missed its target... few even understood what the heck I was talking about.
Regardless, I am continuing on the theme, because this is one of the stumbling block for most of you... so although you don't know what is eating your lunch... although you have no idea how you are screwing up, I do, and I am here to help you till you get it. I already have a third article in the pipeline... ;-/
About a month ago I finally and suddenly got ready to pick a marketing mentor. Terry Dean is his name... and as soon as I can afford it, I'll also book one-on-one coaching with him. It's expensive... Continue reading "Can you predict the future? Can you pick the next big winner?"


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On Saturday night, at a friend's stag do, I saw a glimpse of my future – but enough about whatever my best man has planned for me, because I also got to try out some VR tech.
We'd just called it quits on our poker game for the evening – which I was definitely winning – and decided to have a game of Wii bowling. While the others were setting up, my friend produced a Samsung Galaxy VR headset from the storage room and urged me to try it out.
I'd made my feelings clear about the 'fad' that was VR only a little bit incoherently earlier in the night, when asked if I fancied a go. I thought to myself, it'll be fun, and it'll certainly be impressive enough, but will it really be a mind-blowing time?
Since everyone went spare over the Oculus Rift – and the ability to walk around a virtual copy of Jerry Seinfeld's flat from his sitcom – I've felt fairly cynical as to how stunning the experience can really be.
I've been burned before.
Nintendo Virtual Boy
Not that I ever owned one, but the 1990s were a heady time for video game commercials. Convinced that getting myself a Cyber Razor Cut would be awesome, and that playing an Amiga 500 would be the greatest gaming experience of all time (to be fair, the amazing song is to blame for that, too), I'm glad I never saw this advert for the Nintendo Virtual Boy at the time of release because it would've been the end of me.
The nerve. Honestly, the gall of Nintendo to have people thinking this would be anything other than a disaster. It lasted less than a year and, 20 years hence, remains Nintendo's lowest ever selling console.
Predating that shambles of a console by two years, was BBC Manchester's shambles of a 1993 gameshow which attempted to bring the possibilities of virtual reality to the masses. Naturally, a similarly ahead-looking presenter was needed, so in came Craig Charles – between filming series of Red Dwarf down the corridor – to welcome us 'cybernauts' to the virtual reality bonanza.
I was eight years old when this played on BBC2. Even at the age of eight, I could see just how bloody clunky it all looked; from the awkward poses of the 'cyborgs' controlled by players using the early 90s equivalent of a Dance Dance Revolution mat, to the puzzles that were thematically poles apart from the game's concept – "welcome to the future, cyborgs. Now pick up this virtual ball and throw it at that virtual hoop". Even at the age of eight, I could tell we had a long way to go.
The Lawnmower Man
Don't even get me fucking started on The Lawnmower Man.
Samsung Galaxy VR
So, back to our evening of revelry last weekend. Engage.
Finding myself in an empty cinema I glanced up at my entertainment options, and chose a little VR trailer for Avengers: Age of Ultron – coincidentally, one of only two films I've ever watched in 3D at the cinema.
And as I followed the path of Thor's hammer and Cap's shield across Avengers HQ, snapping pool cues in half and crushing robot heads – all in slow motion, naturally – I was stunned. The AR capabilities were fantastic, as I looked up and down and all around me to see what else was going on in this massive battle.
I also watched a music video by Squarepusher called 'Stor Eiglass' which has been published on YouTube 360, allowing you to get the same immersive experience I did, only by moving your mouse rather than your head.
And again, I thought this was absolutely stunning. It helps that I quite like Squarepusher anyway so the music didn't detract from the experience, but the relatively inexpensive piece of kit that comes from combining some goggles with a smartphone managed to massively surpass my expectations.
I was absolutely blown away by the tech.
Confession: I was also pretty drunk, so there's a good chance my eyes were already fairly goggly, but I'd recommend this experience to anybody, just to see how far VR has come since the days of Mario Tennis and Craig Charles' Cyber Zone. And with Sony's Playstation VR set to hit the shelves in 2016, we could finally be in for that all-encompassing, all-conquering VR experience that the likes of Craig Charles and Pierce bloody Brosnan couldn't give us before.


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A Nottingham woman was indicted on federal charges of embezzlement and fraud. Melissa Strohman, 54, former senior vice president of a Maryland bank, is accused of stealing more than $1.8 million by making unauthorized transfers and withdrawals from customers' accounts, according to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland.
From April 2010 to July 2016, Strohman allegedly took money from six customers at the federal savings bank where she worked to pay for her and her family's mortgages, credit cards and property taxes, the U.S. Attorney reported. Two of the victims were deceased and three of the clients were more than 80 years old.
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Kelly Clarkson has one of the most iconic voices in the music industry, and these days she happily focuses on her music without the pressure to maintain an artificial image record executives designed. However, in the early years of Clarkson's career, the American Idol alum's image apparently was everything to the people in charge. The most critical factor of all for Clarkson was the notion she needed to lose weight. The "Love So Soft" singer recently opened up in an interview and said,
It should give everyone pause when someone as incredible as Kelly Clarkson says people sold her on the idea that she "aesthetically" made more sense as a thin person. This revelation holds powerful implications for society's views on health, perfection, and weight. It speaks volumes that she felt pressured to strive for a physical perfection in a way that left her with emotional scars and mental anguish, not to mention bad knees.
Kelly Clarkson has grown up a lot since the days when she let record executives dictate her image right down to her weight. Today Clarkson has a knockout body of work that highlights her exceptional vocal prowess. Plus, the 35-year-old diva is one of the most confident people in Hollywood, and her fearless approach toward body image issues is inspiring.
However, confidence did not always come easy. Kelly Clarkson also told Attitude that she worked hard to remove negative influences (i.e., negative people) from her life so that she could gain self-esteem. The Grammy Award winner said it was not easy to cut out the negative voices in her head (or her life), but she knew it had to happen for her personal growth and mental clarity. Clarkson continued,
Isn't it incredible that someone with as much raw talent and star power as Kelly Clarkson still faces a backlash from a society that tells her who to be and how to be it? Today, it is a joy to see Clarkson living out loud. She is in love with her husband and her two children. She still brings down the house with her gorgeous voice, and yes, she is aesthetically beautiful in every way. Hopefully, Clarkson's message serves as a positive reminder for everyone to shut off the noise from society and focus on holistic health for the right reasons.
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I know what I long very much for exactly these days, but it's kind of hard to formulate it as "help needed". Maybe because I belief that that it is asked too much or that there is no help or that I don't need it. ....
Lucky me, one of my travel starts on Friday and there I'm all set up. I know what I'm doing for most part since long - going skitouring in the Alps with my oldest friend. We know each other now for 37 years. That's something!
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Earlier today we attended an MSI launch event in Taipei where the company unveiled its new CX640 notebook alongside second generation Core i platform upgrades two a few other models. One thing that struck us is that MSI has added USB 3.0 connectivity across all of the new and upgraded models which is something that no other manufacturer have done across so many of its models to date.
Earlier today we attended an MSI launch event in Taipei where the company unveiled its new CX640 notebook alongside second generation Core i platform upgrades two a few other models. One thing that struck us is that MSI has added USB 3.0 connectivity across all of the new and upgraded models which is something that no other manufacturer have done across so many of its models to date.
Let's start with the new CX640 model which features a completely new design and MSI claims that they've drawn inspiration from Audi's cars of all things, although we can see a few other sources of inspiration. For example the side mounted, round green power button is meant to draw its inspiration from the engine start/stop button found in some cars, but we'd say it's very similar to what Sony have been doing for a few years now. Not that there's anything wrong with drawing inspiration from competitors products and MSI didn't stick the power button in the screen hinge.
An interesting touch of symmetry is that the power connector is located on the exact opposite side and is high-lighted with a silver circle which makes it look similar to the power button. The overall design of the CX640 is a big step in the right direction for MSI as even though this is a mid-range model from MSI it feels like a high-quality machine. The CX640 will be available in black and silver and both models have a machined track pad of decent size that feels like it's been cut out of a solid piece of metal. Both the wrist rest/keyboard surround and display back appears to be made out of metal too which adds to the high-quality feel of the CX640.
Other design touches includes most of the important ports located on the left hand side, including the power, D-sub, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet and the two USB 3.0 ports. MSI suggests that this removes the problem with wires sticking out on the right hand side for those wanting to use a mouse, although the only flaw in this reasoning would be left handed people. On the right hand side is the optical drive, a pair of audio jacks and two USB 2.0 ports. There's also a card reader around the front.
MSI has also included a 1.3 Megapixel webcam, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi support and Bluetooth 3.0 + HS. The CPU options will depend on the market, but MSI will offer the CX640 with a selection of Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, up to 8GB of DDR3 memory and up to 640GB of hard drive space. The standard optical drive is a DVD writer, but an optional Blu-ray combo drive will be available in some markets.
There are actually two SKUs available, as the CX640 is the version with discrete graphics whereas the CR640 is identical in terms of design and features, but lack the discrete graphics options and as such relies on Intel's HD 3000 graphics. In the case of the CX640 MSI is offering a GeForce GT 520M with 1GB of graphics memory. The GeForce GT 520M is anything but a high-end solution with a 64-bit memory interface and 48 shaders, but as it doesn't appear as if MSI is support graphics switching on the CX460, this might be as well as at least it should be a fairly low power GPU.
One interesting feature MSI has added to the CX640 is what the company calls a Time Stamp button which is pretty much a quick backup button which takes a snapshot of the current system state. This will according to MSI allow for quick system restores when needed. Other features worthy of note includes a hard drive drop sensor which prevents damage to the hard drive in case you'd drop the notebook, am ambient light sensor that adjust the screen backlight automatically and MSI's HiFre (don't ask us what it stands for) Wi-Fi antenna which the company claims boost Wi-Fi performance by 1.3 times.
Overall the CX640 is an impressive new model from MSI simply because it's not like anything MSI has ever done before. The best part of it is that it's an affordable model with the Core i3-2310M model with 2GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive starting out at NT$27,900 (S$1,188) in Taiwan, with a CPU upgrade to a Core i5-2410M will increase the cost by NT$3,000 (S$128) which sounds like a pretty decent deal to us.


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What do you do when you are an effervescent teen called Polly and you have a dad who is the skipper of a luxury liner? You ask him to take you on a cruise to Rio of course. What if Captain Bradford refuses and wants you to stay in your boring boarding-school? You stow away, it goes without saying. What if you want to become a singer? Well, you try to convince an operatic star on board of your singing skills. What if Daddy objects to realizing that her daughter's new friend Laura has a crush on him? Just play Cupid for him.Don't you worry, all will end well!
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Laos has the dubious distinction of being the most heavily bombed country in the world. AAVIL's primary goal is to provide water and education projects in rural villages of Laos.
Between 2014 and 2016, GC4C donated $19,700.
The funds were used for
- construction of a two room school for Grades 1 – 5 in the very poor village of Katang Xieng, located in the highlands above Nong Khiaw, Ngoi District, Luang Prabang Province. Total cost of project was $18,000 — GC4C covered $8,000 of the cost, with the remainder raised by Adopt a Village. The school had 35 children before the construction of the additional class rooms. This number will grow as neighboring villagers, without a school, send their children to this school.
- Construction of half a class room at the Primary School in the village of Done Sok. Almost 50 students attend the school, located in a very remote area of Laos. AAVIL matched GC4C's donation to complete this project.
- Purchase and transport of 60 school desks for the primary school in the remote village of Ban Xiengda, Laos.
For more information on Adopt a Village In Laos: http://adoptavillageinlaos.wordpress.com
ONE TO ONE Literacy Society's mission is to help children develop literacy skills for life. Their program supports children from diverse and underserved communities who do not, for many reasons, receive literacy support at home. GC4C funds:
- Purchased 18 sets of specifically- researched reading materials packaged in the "ONE TO ONE Book Box" used by trained volunteers to tutor elementary school students who struggle with reading
- The specialized book boxes, covering 21 reading levels, are suitable for students in grades 1 to 3
Total expended 2015: $6,880
For more information on ONE TO ONE Literacy Society: http://www.one-to-one.ca
Alma means "soul" in Spanish. Their mission is to make positive changes in the lives of Latin American children. They use a micro philanthropic model, partnering with local social entrepreneurs on small, high social return, grassroots education initiatives.
GC4C has sponsored two projects:
Trout Farm Project, Patacancha Peru
- Construction (2013 – 2015) of a trout farm in the rural communities of Patacancha. The goal of the project is to improve the academic potential and performance of the 134 primary school students through the eradication of chronic malnutrition among the student population. The trout farm, constructed within school grounds and operated by trained community volunteers, provides a protein-based school lunch two to three times per week.
- The direct beneficiaries of this project are the children in Patacancha between the ages of 3-13 years. The indirect beneficiaries are parents of the children and the teachers who work with the children (approx. 500 people between the two communities).
- Results so far have shown that of the 134 primary school students, 24% fully or partially recovered from malnutrition and of the 134 primary school students, 84% improved or did not worsen their incidence of malnutrition.
- Teachers have also reported increased attendance and participation in school sessions.
- This project is self-sustaining
Pre-School, Las Palmeras, Bolivia
- Purchased books, school supplies, tables and chairs to help furnish a pre-school in Las Palmeras in Bolivia
Total expended 2013 – 2016: $26,150
For more information on Alma: http://almafoundation.wordpress.com
The Starfish Pack program provides a backpack of food for hungry kids to take home to their families every Friday throughout the school year. Food is purchased at cost and the backpacks are filled by volunteers. Teachers report an improvement in students' math, reading, and concentration skills as a result. GC4C funds went to support:
- Weekend backpacks for two children in Coquitlam, B.C. for a full school year.
Total expended 2016: $1,050
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Finish Year: 2002
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The president of Buzzy Chains is Glenn Forbes, and like most Canadian boys his early athletic pursuit was hockey. But as we age & swing towards friendlier lifetime activities, "Forbzy" now regularly participates in disc golf, mountain biking & skiing. A sports fanatic & outdoorsman, Forbes first joined the Professional Disc Golf Association in 1995 & now plays in the Pro Masters division. With a background in landscaping plus 20 years experience as a tool & die maker, Forbes has a discerning eye for excellence & is renowned for his creative course designs & fair tournament direction.


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Despite being accepted by the docile masses, Kieran Murphy dislikes Facebook and your behaviour on it
Social networking is not a new phenomenon. Some people reading this may have had a Hi5 account, or even played around on Faceparty before they realised it was a dating site. However, social networking really took off with Bebo. We were all giddy with excitement from making quizzes for our friends and adding glittery effects to our pictures. Eventually though, Bebo got so bloated with tackiness that it all had to end. Consequently, once we finished school, we graduated to Facebook.
Facebook has solved the problem of Playboy layouts by not allowing any personalisation of the layout and adopting a totalitarian approach to its users. Since we can longer take out frustration on someone's disgusting profile, we've turned on each other. Facebook has stuffed our social network into one easy-to-read wall.
Nevertheless, while Facebook has mimicked our lives, the users have sadly not mimicked the fine tunings of social etiquette. Perfectly lovely people become social pariahs on Facebook through actions that are completely normal to them, but which threatens onlookers' entire faith in the human race.
The main offender is 'liking'. It started out as a way for people to share a common interest, such as abseiling. Yet it has now turned into a monster, throwing up nostalgia from the nineties, secondary school, or even just a million different variations of a popular song. The worst offenders are the 21,245 people who liked 'Fuck do Honda Civic tá mé capall taobh amuigh', which for any non-Gaeilgeoiri means that they are in fact a horse outside.
Photos used to be confined to mantelpieces and albums, but are now sadly out there for the whole world to see. We all fear that one friend who always brings a camera on a night out, takes 300 photos and without any editing at all, proceeds to tag every single person. So, while you're still in bed hungover, the whole world can see you shifting the first year with the gammy eye.
Facebook comments are the cornerstone of interaction on the site – great for having the banter with your friends, until some casual acquaintance joins in and party's over. While some people are serial likers, others are serial commenters, butting in on everyone's conversation. A commenter and a liker are often one in the same, as they like every mildly funny wall post, while also commenting on how funny it was.
While I have pointed out the problems of Facebook social etiquette, you might notice I have failed to offer any solutions. Why? Because instead of solving the problem, I'd rather just sit back and watch Facebook self-destruct owing to the creation of one too many groups about how UCD is better than Trinity.


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John Boccuzzi Jr. has more than 20 years experience as a sales and marketing executive, with a superlative record of driving revenue, business development, and customer relationship management. He has earned a reputation for a professional and positive attitude, and the ability to easily connect with and motivate those around him.
Prior to founding Boccuzzi, LLC., John served as CEO of Kenosia Corporation, the leading provider of demand data analytics solutions for the consumer goods industry. There he led his team in growing revenue by more than 20% in 2007-2008. Under John's management, Kenosia was ranked by readers of Consumer Goods Technology Magazine as No. 1 in "Customer Experience" two years in a row in the demand data analytics category.
John also held a variety of sales and business development positions at Kenosia before becoming CEO in 2005. During his tenure there, he negotiated more than 100 software contracts with some of the largest CPG manufacturers and retailers in the world including: General Mills, GlaxoSmithKline, Colgate, Heinz, Procter & Gamble, Bacardi, Heineken, GE Consumer Industrial, Nestle Purina, Ahold, and Philip Morris USA.
Previous to originating the idea for Kenosia in 1998, John was a sales executive with Bristol Technology, Interactive Edge, and U.S. Computer Connection. He started his career with Junior Achievement of Southwest Connecticut - an organization he now serves as a member of their Board of Directors.
Wanting to share his passion for developing new business and teams, along with his desire to deliver the best possible solutions to his clients, John formed Boccuzzi LLC. Through his many years of diverse and progressive sales and marketing experience, John provides a hands-on perspective on the challenges and successful solutions in a rapidly changing business climate.
John has a Bachelor's Degree from Bryant College and resides in Newtown, CT with his wife and two children. He enjoys challenging himself outside of the office as well, and has competed in several marathons including Vermont City, New York, and the Disney Goofy Challenge - a half- and full-marathon back to back. John also cycled from Maine to D.C. with his 63 year old father in 2008.
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