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Smartphones can be blamed for killing off all sorts of gadgets, from compact digital cameras to sat-navs and pocket calculators. One that we can be absolutely sure about is the Sonos Control, the dedicated but optional touchscreen remote control device, made for use with Sonos's wireless audio streaming systems.
Like many hi-fi products with a network connection, Sonos remote control apps for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets have been available as free downloads for some time (the iPhone version debuted way back in 2008).
Given the huge likelihood that the typical Sonos user will have at least one of those gadgets already, it comes as no surprise that the controller has featured less and less prominently in the Sonos line-up.
From the beginning of June 2012 it will disappear altogether, joining its forerunner – the scroll-wheel based non-touchscreen CR100 controller – in the Sonos retirement home.
Sonos says it will still honour the product's warranty for two years from the registration date, and software updates will continue "for the foreseeable future."
Faithful Sonos customers probably don't care too much about pricing. Although Sonos systems are not the most pricey audio streamers, the kit comes at a premium compared to the likes of the Logitech Squeezebox range, and it is potentially being squeezed by the emergence of Apple AirPlay in various hi-fi products.
Looking at the price, though, and it's obvious why the dedicated controller is now largely pointless. The Sonos Control (formerly called the Controller 200) costs a hefty £279 and all it does is work with Sonos systems.
An iPod touch, which can run the iOS Sonos app, among many others, starts at £169. Alternatively a new Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0 Android media player is about £190. You can also control Sonos gear through Windows and Mac software – for desktop PCs and laptops – which was recently updated.
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Sprawled out in laziness
On the shores of boredom
The here and now, contemplate
The goals unreached
The loves unexpressed
The hidden wings
And all those other things.
Curled up in a disconnect
each feeling is examined.
A moment is returned to
and given back to neglect.
Past is pulled up
from a stroll it is taking
in the tucked away sepia gardens.
Questions are put across.
As to what it meant.
And what it means.
Nebulous times are recalled.
Grimes are justified.
Wellness is declared to oneself.
And life in general is carried on.
Reportedly, nothing happened.


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I own one bronzer, one blush and I'm ashamed to say I wouldn't even know where to buy a highlighter. Unless it's a pink stationary item, that is!!
So, for all intents and purposes, my favourite cheek product is my Natural Collection blush in the shade "Peach Melba". I fully admit that I bought it for its name. I adore peaches and peach-flavoured or scented anything. However, I digress.
The blush is on the left, with my pressed powder to give a better idea of size. Despite having this particular blush in my life for well over a year, I have yet to hit pan!
This blush just gives a sweet hint of colour which would be my preference over a full on pop of a bright pink shade! For this reason, I classify it as buildable and extremely blendable. A steal, when its only €3.09 a pop in Boots!!
What's your favourite cheek product? Do you favour bronzer over blush? Highlighter? What do you think of my choice? Have you ever tried it?
Drop me a comment,


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When using a SQL database as the store, Geoserver requires that the spatial data are stored in a
geometry, not
geography column. Naturally, as we are dealing with geospatial features and not just Euclidean planar geometry, one would expect the opposite to be true.
Is there any reason for this? Am I missing something important about these two datatypes?


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Cuc Phuong National Park is located 100km south of Hanoi in Ninh Binh province. The park is conveniently located on the route to several tourist attractions, including Bich Dong Pagoda, Hoa Lu, and Sam Son Beach. It was officially opened in 1960 as the first national park in Vietnam. Cuc Phuong National Park is surrounded by several limestone cliffs, the highest being May Bac, meaning "silver cloud," with a height of 656m. There are plenty of plants and mammals living in the park. There are an estimated 2,000 different species of flora and the 450 species fauna account for 38% of the national fauna.
7h30 We pick you up from your hotel and depart Hanoi to Cuc Phuong National Park. 10:30 Arrival at Cuc phuong national park. Your visit begins at the Endangered Primate rescue Center. Have lunch.
After lunch, depart to the Park Centre, on the way visit the Cave of Early Man ( had over 7000 year), then you'll start on a long trek through the forest to learn about the diverse flora and fauna of the park. You'll also make stops at Cho Chi, the oldest tree in the forest, a number of picturesque streams and waterfalls. 15h30: Car pick up and transfer back to Hanoi. Finish tour.
All rates are USD per person.
Included: Full transfers by A/C tourist car, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking guide, Pick up and see off at your hotel
Excluded: Accommodation, Visa arrangement, drinks, travel insurance, tips, personal expenses.
Quoted price is per person, tour requested for group of 2 up
The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions.
Special request (diet or vegetarian, …) should be sent before your departure date
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If you have been dreaming of owning a Balenciaga, Miu Miu or Prada bag, you are in luck.
Reebonz has launched a Style Upgrade contest on their Facebook page, and they are giving away these 3 bags. Simply upload a photo on to their Facebook application based on the following themes:
- Tea Party: Flirty and feminine, elegant yet relaxed, this look isn't afraid to overdose on the floral prints and pretty hues.
- Madonna: Take a cue from the rock princess and experiment with studs, cuffs and maybe accents of skull. Don't forget the black ‒ it's a staple.
- Tinsel Town: Channel the glamour of Hollywood with classic styles, timeless cuts and luxurious looks worthy of the red carpet.
Here is my photo submission featuring the Tea Party theme. Hopefully, this could serve as an inspiration for you!
Photo submissions must be created by you. It can be any of the following:
1. Picture of yourself dressed in one of the themes
2. Collage of pictures that represent one of the themes
3. A combination of pieces from your wardrobe that reflect one of the themes
Here's a picture of the prizes to get you tempted. The deadline of submission to the Style Upgrade contest is 20th June 2012.
If you would like to shop for items related to the Tea Party, Tinseltown and Madonna themes, Reebonz website will also be holding weekly curated events related to these themes from 31st May to 18th June.
So, what's next? Style and shop away!
Items featured on my "Tea Party" collage are as follows (from top left, clockwise):
Embroidered Georgette Anais Dress by YB J'Aime by Yeojin Bae, Topshop Satin Polka Hair Bow Clip, D&G Sunglasses, Oilily Teapot Bag, Carolee Double Row Gold Pearl Watch, Lavender Cupcake from Swirls, Paul & Joe Beaute Lipstick, Raoul Sandals, Deborah Lipmann Candy Shop Nail Polish, ASOS Cupcake Ring
想拥有 Balenciaga, Miu Miu 或 Prada 皮包的朋友们,请注意了。Reebonz 将通过他们的Facebook Fan Page举行一项Style Upgrade比赛。只需上传Tea Party, Madonna或者 Tinsel Town主题的照片至Style Upgrade程序,就能够有机会赢取这份奖品。祝大家好运!
This post is courtesy of Reebonz.
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This post originally appeared as a guest column on The Executive Roundtable Blog. Click here for the original posting
We all know that networking is an important way to meet people who could help you; those who might one day refer business to you, or open the door to a new opportunity. That's certainly true, but that's really only part of the picture. Networking is also about connecting, sharing, learning and finding ways to develop meaningful relationships with others. A network can be a source of new work but it can also be a source of information, ideas and reality-checking feedback. Your network contacts can deliver business opportunities and introduce you to people you may not otherwise meet, but only if you remember to feed it from time to time with your own ideas and support. As much as your network can help you, you are also a contributor and participant in the growth of others.
Here are 6 tips for developing a more productive network. A network that will provide ideas, feedback, business opportunities and maybe the talent pool for your future dream role.
1 – It begins with your approach What are you thinking as you approach new people for the first time? If you approach each new relationship with a view to finding out how someone might be able to help you, you're doing it all wrong. Your first task when you meet people is to find out as much as you can about them and areas of common interest. Then – your role is to think about how YOU might be able to help THEM! Learn what they need to progress, and how you might be able to help. You will ask different questions and learn far more about how someone might potentially help you if you understand more about them. The time will come later to figure out if they can assist you with anything.
2 – Recalibrate your filter system Don't build your network exclusively at a senior level. That's a rookie mistake and will lead you to missing opportunities to interact with some great people. Not to mention, it just makes you come off as a jerk when you dismiss junior people as less valuable. Look for connections with people who interest you and who have different life perspectives to offer. I am more interested in connecting with people who's thinking complements and even challenges mine, than their current job title. They may be CEOs and VPs already, or perhaps they are really smart high school graduates who are looking at the world around them with an inquisitive nature. Either way, you need them all.
3 – Networking opportunities are all around us There are so many places where you can find new connections for your network. Don't just consider the typical business networking 'events' as the only place to find great new contacts. Consider speakers at the conference you attend, candidates you have interviewed, people you have interviewed with, people who reach out to you for help, clients you meet, others who work with your clients, professors, other students, mentors, entrepreneurs, and the list goes on. When you meet someone interesting – ask them to connect with you on LinkedIn and make sure you continue your conversations offline. From time to time check back through all of your connections and invite them to 'catch-up'. You never know when doing so might lead to a fascinating new opportunity for one of you.
4 – Your network as a source of inspiration Your network should be a living, breathing assortment of interesting and intelligent people who can inspire you to be your best in everything you do. When you are working on a new project, or researching a new strategy, your network may provide some interesting perspectives. Consider members of your network to be your personal board of advisors. Identify people in your network whose opinions you trust to help you shape your thinking. Don't be afraid to use members of your network as a sounding board or as a reality check for your ideas.
5 – Your network as a hidden talent pool Just like the fact that there is a hidden job market and the best opportunities come to you through your network, so can the best candidates! Your job as a leader is not only to ensure the strategic health of your team and your business but also to actively identify and recruit talent wherever you may find it. Keep track of others' careers as they grow. When you interview a start candidate who wasn't the right fit for your vacancy, stay in touch with them, and see how you can help them land a suitable role. Even if you don't have a position for them, you may know someone who does. When you have a position that requires the best talent you can find, you'll be able to tap your junior network members for their potential knowledge of others at a similar career level, who may be interested. And the good karma and satisfaction that comes from being able to help talented individuals reach their potential will fulfill your inner leader-soul.
6 – Your role in feeding your network Networks should be dynamic, fluid and multi-directional. How many of your network members know each other already? Which of them might benefit from meeting each other? How can you facilitate introductions between your network contacts? Who might be able to work together or do business together? Who might just get a kick out of meeting each other? You may be the hub but you don't need to keep your network contacts as spokes. They can get huge value from being able to cross-fertilize ideas and support across the entire network. When I meet someone new whom I would like to help, I often invite him or her to look through my network connections on LinkedIn and ask that I introduce them to anyone else they would like to meet.
This flow of connections, sharing, engaging and learning from each other is what I mean when I say stop networking and start connecting. Try it – You might start thinking of networking not as a chore but as essential to your leadership identity as breathing. I know I do.


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Charlie Blackmon states case for being on Colorado Rockies roster; projections for Opening Day
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Never a dull moment.
Rockies outfield Charlie Blackmon proved that late Wednesday night with his three-run, walk-off homer off of the Cubs' Paolo Espino in the Rockies' 9-6 Cactus League victory.
As spring training draws to a close and roster decisions near, the players are making it tough for manager Walt Weiss and Co. to make their decisions.
Blackmon, for example, is competing not only for starts in center field, but for a spot of the list of 25 who will be going to Miami for the season-opener on March 31.
"That's a big hit in a big situation," Blackmon said. "I really don't know that I've ever hit a walk-off home run — ever, anywhere. It wasn't like I was 4-for-4, trying to get another hit. It went from an average night to a pretty good night. Every at-bat counts."
After going 2-for-5, Blackmon boosted his spring average to .282. His defense has always drawn praise from Weiss, but he remains locked in a battle with fellow left-handed hitter Corey Dickerson for a roster spot. One of the two will likely be sent to Triple-A.
Blackmon started out slowly at the plate, but he's come on of late.
"I'm starting to get there, starting to feel a little bit better, seeing the ball a little bit better," Blackmon said. "It's just a process here in spring training. It's easy to get carried away with things like that, but I've been doing this for a while. It seems I'm always competing for something with somebody. It's normal now. I really don't think about it."
Here is my breakdown of the final roster before Thursday's game against the Brewers at Salt River Fields:
Starting rotation (5)
LHP Jorge De La Rosa
LHP Brett Anderson
RHP Tyler Chatwood
RHP Juan Nicasio
TBD: It figures to come down to either lefty Franklin Morales or right-hander Jordan Lyles.
Bullpen (7)
RHP LaTroy Hawkins
LHP Rex Brothers
LHP Boone Logan
RHP Matt Belisle
RHP Wilton Lopez
RHP Adam Ottavino
TBD: RHP Chad Bettis and RHP Tommy Kahnle. If Morales doesn't make the rotation, he'll likely join the bullpen and take a spot. I'm pretty sure Bettis makes it.
* Assuming they keep seven relievers, as assistant GM Bill Geivett indicated Wednesday. They could use eight at times this season.
Catchers (2)
Wilin Rosario
TBD: Is it Jordan Pacheco or Michael McKenry? Pacheco seems more likely, but the Rockies love how McKenry handles pitchers. Keep an eye on this.
Infield (5)
1B Justin Morneau
2B DJ LeMahieu
3B Nolan Arenado
SS Troy Tulowitzki
TBD: If the Rockies have two utility infielders, is it Charlie Culberson, Josh Rutledge, Charlie Culberson, Ryan Wheeler or Paul Janish, who's had an excellent spring? It's a very tough call. I bet they go with Rutledge and Janish, although Janish is not on the 40-man. LeMahieu can always play third when needed.
Outfield (5)
LF Carlos Gonzalez
CF Drew Stubbs
RF Michael Cuddyer
TBD: More tough calls. Brandon Barnes has had a very good camp and he's versatile. I think he's in. That leaves the choice between Corey Dickerson and Blackmon. My gut tells me the Rockies go with Blackmon and his defense, sending Dickerson to Triple-A for at-bats. He can kick down the door and be back up soon, a la Arenado last year.


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My Story
My passion is for you, the viewer of my artwork, to experience peace, hope, joy, and wholeness as you engage with my work.
Born in Michigan, raised in Carlsbad, NM in a family who loved to dabble in all kinds of crafts, I was encouraged from an early age to try new things. After degrees in biology and chemistry and occupational therapy, the artistic side of me demanded a larger voice. When I returned to Carlsbad, I began taking art classes offered at the local branch college of New Mexico State: drawing, pastel, watercolor, and oil. I first took the classes somewhat on a dare, but quickly discovered that I absolutely loved it and took as many as I could. A few years later, a friend asked me to take a weekend class with her taught by Helen Gwinn in which I discovered the wonders of acrylics and collage. I was blessed to be able to study with both Helen and Lynette Watkins three times at La Romita, and once further North in Italy where I added many new techniques to my repertoire and was greatly influenced by the instructors and fellow classmates as well as the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Italy. As I worked in the studio, I noticed that it was while I was in the midst of the creative process that I felt the pleasure of my Creator the most. My intention during the creation of each piece is to infuse the work with Peace, Rest, and Wholeness.
Giving has always been an integral part of my life and through my artwork, I partner with several organizations and ministries that provide much needed support and services around the world. These are people I know personally and I am confident that any assistance given goes directly for that purpose. This minimizes the money that goes to pay overhead. At least 10% of the profit of all sales on this site are donated to one or more depending on need so you can feel extra good about your purchase.
A fun fact about the name of my site: I was named after both of my grandmothers. Alice was my mom's mom's middle name, and Arlene was my dad's mom's middle name. Using both is my way of honoring both of those women.
Serious collectors of original artworks are welcome to schedule an appointment to view the desired works in my office in Lubbock, TX by using the contact form.


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The Law Office of Lisa K. Hooper is a boutique law firm dedicated exclusively to the practice of divorce and family law.
At the Law Office of Lisa K. Hooper, we understand our clients' sensitive and individual needs, and we are dedicated to helping them preserve their well-being during the most tumultuous of times. By committing our firm exclusively to divorce and family law, the Law Office of Lisa K. Hooper has the extensive insight and polished skills that come only with substantial years of immersion in divorce and family law issues. We can help you with all divorce- and family law-related issues, including:
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- Possess significant experience in litigation of family law issues
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Because of the high level of knowledge required and the hard work involved, certification is uncommon. As a certified family law specialist, Lisa K. Hooper is able to give her clients the specialized representation they expect and deserve.
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Flying With A Baby Tips – Top Tips from Booking to Arrival
I started this site as a flying with baby resource (with all the information in one place) – after my own frustrations with flying long haul and short haul with my little ones. Despite my cabin crew knowledge, I still wanted to discover any information that could make traveling with an infant and the flight easier.
Flying with a baby is not without its challenges but it is MUCH better than I anticipated – especially with some research and preparation.
After much time was spent Googling and phoning airlines I thought it was worth sharing all my tips and insider flight attendant knowledge on how to travel with a baby – so other parents, like you could feel less frazzled and save some time.
Although this entire site covers everything from flying with babies to older kids in so much more depth, (my own experience begins with flying with a 2 month old baby, including 24 hour long haul flights), I thought a briefer list of my best tips for flying with a baby, would also be helpful for those who don't have time to read through the whole site.
If you have already booked, then this condensed version of how to fly with a baby may help you too, but this post goes into greater detail.
For in-depth information on certain points – just click on the highlighted links.
Feel free to join in with the chatter on my Flying with A Baby Facebook page too- there is all sorts of useful advice on there and on my Family Travel Tips Forum, where parents all over the world offer local advice.
If you are flying for the first time with your baby or toddler, you may also find my post on 'What to Expect' useful too.
Do let me know if these flying with a baby tips are useful and share to help another parent out!
How to Fly With A Baby Tips
Tips on Rules for Flying With a Baby, Lap Belt & Car Seats, Baggage Allowance plus Airline Bassinets
Know the rules for flying with a baby.
- Decide whether you will be flying with a lap baby (where they sit on your lap usually for free or 10% of the fare) or if you are going to purchase a seat and use a car seat or CARES harness to fly with baby. If you are flying on a USA airline, this post on FAA approved car seats will help!
Flying with an Infant as a Lap Baby/Car Seat or other restraint device?
- If you are traveling with baby and thinking of purchasing an extra seat and using your car-seat – look at airline policies on car seats first. Some airlines allow both forward and rear facing car seats on an airplane seat, others only forward facing.
- Often they won't fit on the new business and first class style seats. for over one's are universally allowed on certain seats. If you have two babies flying, and are flying by yourself, you will need to have at least one in a car seat. If you are flying on a USA airline, this post on FAA approved car seats will be very useful!
Can I get an airline bassinet?
- If you are flying with a lap baby and if an airplane bassinet is important to you because you are flying long-haul, do look at which airlines provide a bassinet which is suitable for your baby.
- Age and weight requirements vary from airline to airline and often plane to plane. Most bassinets are suitable for up to 8 months, and British Airways bassinets are suitable for up to 2 years old – if your baby meets the weight requirements. When we have flown to Australia with my daughter(s) at various stages from 8 months to 13 months – an airline which had a bassinet was a huge influence on which airline I booked. It is definitely one of the top travel tips for flying with a baby!
- When you are traveling with an infant, see if the bassinet is available before you book. Very few airlines will let you see bassinet seat availability during the booking process – so more often or not, you will not find out until you get to choose your seats – after you have paid.
- If this is the case, call your airline and ask them what the bassinet seat availability is like for a certain flight on a particular day. If the system shows it is free, then there is a good chance it still will be when you go online to book the flight when flying with infants. However, with USA and Canadian airlines this does not apply: in this case, it is first come, first served at the gate – so check in early to maximise your chances.
- Several airlines allow you to choose your seat immediately if you are flying with an infant – some for free! e.g British Airways and Thai Airways. If you want to double-check for a particular seat, look at www.seatguru.com and put in your flight number where you can check the plane layout. if you don't know your flight number, don't worry, you can enter the route and the airline.
Is there a baggage allowance for infants?
- Look at the airline policies on hand luggage and hold luggage. All airlines allow at least a car seat or stroller – with the majority allowing both for free. Lots of airlines provide an infant baggage allowance too, some for both cabin and hold baggage. If you think you will be taking a lot of stuff- look at what each airline provides.
- That cheap flight may not be so cheap if you have to pay extra for baggage. I often use a stroller or gate check bag (affiliate link) and put a few extra items like nappies/diapers or soft toys to also save space in my hold luggage and help protect the stroller or car seat more.
- You may find this post on the rules for flying with a baby useful too.
Tips on Infant Air Fare Costs, ID & Age Baby Can Fly
Is there an infant air fare cost? Do babies fly free internationally?
- Babies do not fly for free internationally. Be prepared for most flights with under 2's to cost 10% of an adult fare + applicable taxes. Some countries like the USA offer free flights for infants if it is an internal flight and they are seated on your lap as a 'lap infant'.
- If you purchase a seat for your baby, fares are usually around 60-75% of an adult fare. Sometimes going directly to the airline offers you a better deal but it is worth looking at sites such as GoEuro or Skyscanner too.
- Another popular question I get asked is, "does a 2 year old need a plane ticket?" Yes they do, all two year olds need a plane ticket and their own airplane seat.
Do I need a passport for my baby or child?
- A frequent question asked is 'what do you need for flying with a baby? If you have a baby flying with you, check what travel documentation is needed – even if traveling with an infant domestically. This can be found on your airlines website.
- A passport is always the best ID. If you are flying with an infant domestically in the USA, a passport is not required for your baby– BUT it's still a good idea to take a birth certificate and make sure you have a boarding card or boarding pass issued for your baby. Find further tips for flying internationally with a baby here.
At what age can a baby fly?
- Check the flying with an infant rules as per your airline regulations. Flying with a newborn baby rules may vary from airline to airline. Some may specify a baby must be at least 7 days old, whereas other airlines may say they must be 14 days old and/or meet other requirements to travel by airplane.
After Booking
Tips on Airline Child Meals, Baby Meals and more on Airline Bassinets.
- Even if you have requested a bassinet seat for plane travel with baby, ring up and double-check the request is there. For American and Canadian airlines it is often the case that the first one at the gate grabs the bassinet. For other airlines, it's the age of the baby that will have priority, usually the youngest. Finally, a few airlines just base it on who requested it first.
Baby, toddler and child airline meals.
- If your baby is weaning, request a baby meal at least 24 hours before you fly. These are pureed jars of food. Some airlines provide pre requestable toddler meals or post weaning meals too. For more information on what airline food airlines provide for babies and toddler, see here.
- If your airline doesn't provide or if your baby is over the pureed stage- most airlines will not have food for your baby. You need to provide this yourself. A few airlines do have some extra amenities onboard for babies and toddlers, but they are in the minority.
Packing tips for flying with a baby
What Baby Travel Products Shall I Take?
- When I am asked 'how to travel with a baby', travel gear plays a big part. The best bit of travel gear is definitely a baby carrier. For those walks to baggage reclaim and through customs, it is so convenient to be baby-wearing and have your hands free to push the trolley- especially if you are flying solo. There are also so many amazing travel strollers on the market these days too – some which you can take as hand luggage. You may want to consider taking a portable travel highchair too.
- If you have a bassinet- I can't recommend the CoziGo airline bassinet cover highly enough- which shuts out the cabin light so baby can sleep even during the day time. It doubles up as a UV breathable stroller cover too – perfect for hot sunny climates. This bit of baby gear is my go to for baby shower gifts and is perfect when flying with infants.
- Snacks- all the snacks and more! This is one of the most obvious tips on flying with a baby, but pack more than you think you will need.
- Bring some interactive but quiet baby and toddler toys which will keep them busy.
- Ziplock bags- put a change of clothing in each one, nappies/diapers and wipes etc, so you can easily find them and whip them out quickly! When people ask me how to fly with an infant – I always recommend this tip!
- For a more comprehensive baby travel checklist – see here. It also includes a free checklist to print out and is very useful if you are traveling with an infant on a plane.
Before You Fly With Your Baby
Tips for Getting Through Airport Security Quicker
- If you are in the UK, consider ordering some supplies from Boots to pick up after airport security. This includes nappies, milk, wipes, suntan lotion etc. The benefit is you should pass through security a bit quicker with fewer liquids. This was one of the best tips for flying with a baby I was given, especially when I was flying solo.
- Plan to leave extra time for the airport- especially for security. An extra 30 minutes is ideal if flying with infants or young children.
- Pack any liquids in an easy place to access quickly. If you have a clear small single, transparent, resealable plastic bag, which holds no more than a litre and measures approximately 20cm x 20cm, use that to save time at the airport.
At The Airport
Tips on Strollers, Airport Soft Play and More Security Tips
- Decide whether to gate check your stroller or check it in immediately. I've done both, and I prefer checking it in unless its a designated piece of hand luggage. Baby – wearing makes it a little bit easier to board. American Airlines stroller policy is here.
- If you are flying with a toddler, check out the airport soft play and let your little one(s) burn off some steam for a bit before the flight. If not, use a blanket on the floor for them to stretch out a bit.
- Look out for a family line at the airport or ask if there is one.
- Clear security in plenty of time. Be prepared to take your baby out of the stroller or baby carrier.
- Baby milk (pumped breast milk, powdered or readymade) water for baby, baby food, are all allowed over the 100ml /3-1-1 liquid rule if you are travelling with your baby. It's often worth asking the cafes airside ( past security) for ice to replenish your ziplock bags if you have any perishable goods on you for the flight. Ice packs are often not allowed through security.
- One of my favourite tips for flying with a baby is to board a bit later than everyone but have your partner board earlier. Although many airlines give the option to board first, there is generally no point in having an older wriggly baby or toddler restrained on a plane waiting for eveyone else to board. This is certainly the case for day flights- but night flights you may find it easier to get them settled first.
On Board – How To Fly With A Baby
Tips on Breastfeeding on Board, Sterilising, and Sleeping on Board
- All airlines are happy with a mum breastfeeding. If you are a bit self-conscious- here are my tips in detail.
- If you need milk heated up – do ask in plenty of time.
- Babies on planes usually likely to drink more than they usually do as the cabin air is quite dehydrating. If you need to sterilise bottles on board, this post provides more information.
- The bassinet should be set up for you after take-off, once the seatbelt sign is off. Most airlines will ask you to remove your baby if it is turbulent.
- For more information and tips for flying with babies read what to expect on board when flying with a baby – this post has more detail.
- For baby sleeping tips when flying- this post will help with information on how to soothe and settle a baby in an unfamiliar environment. It also includes some brilliant travel products which can help stop baby from getting distracted by what is happening around them.
- Fill out any documents in plenty of time including customs forms. If you are entering certain countries you must not bring any fresh food off the plane. If in doubt, declare it and go through the red channel. For example, I have had tinned powder baby milk, declared it and it has been fine to enter Australia, but I always declare.
Tips on Ear Pain, Airport Courtesy Strollers and Your Stroller.
- Some babies cry with the change of pressure in their ears on landing too – feeding often helps relieve this.
- Ask the ground staff if they know where you will pick up your stroller – at the aircraft door, or at the baggage belt or in oversize luggage belt. On our first few flights we waited ages at our baggage belt, only to find out our stroller was on the other side of baggage reclaim at the Oversize belt waiting for us.
- Some airlines and airports provide courtesy strollers for you to use – but just in case they are not available, that baby carrier will come in handy again.
Flying with a baby by age
Tips for Flying with a Newborn Baby.
Firstly, rest assured, flying with a newborn is so much easier than when they are crawling or walking! But if this is your first baby, then just driving the car with a newborn baby inside can be daunting (at least it was for me), let alone flying in a plane.
Here are some flying with a newborn tips and information to help you on your travel adventure.
How Early Can A Baby Fly?
If you need to travel urgently or perhaps you have a holiday or vacation booked before baby arrived, then you need to know the rules on how soon can you travel with a newborn. As a very general rule, most airlines specify that for air travel with infants, your baby must be over 14 days old.
However, flying with a newborn baby rules can vary from airline to airline. Many airlines state a baby can fly from 48 hours old – but there maybe certain conditions met such as the birth had no complications or that a doctor's letter is needed. If the mother is travelling she may have to wait a few days if it was a Caesarean section.
…….to read more of this article click here.
Tips For Flying With A 3 Month Old Baby
This was the age our eldest had her first flight. She was 11 weeks old when we embarked on a long haul flight from the UK to Cape Town, proceeded by a short haul from London Heathrow to Glasgow. This is definitely one of the easiest stages to fly with a baby: they stay in one place, are purely on a milk diet and sleep a fair bit!
Whilst I go into some detailed general tips for flying with a baby above, the following tips are specific for flying with a 3 month old…..
……To read more of this article click here.
For flying with a toddler top tips see here.
Are you travelling with a baby soon or have you before? Do you have any more travel tips for flying with infants? Please jot them below for other readers to discover.
More resources for flying with a baby.
Don't forget:
- For information on tips for flying with a sick baby see here.
- For tips on flying with a breastfed baby see here.
- For tips on flying with a newborn see here.
- For tips for flying with a baby alone see here.
- Tips for flying with a baby on British Airways
- Tips for flying with a baby on American Airlines
- Tips on flying with s baby or other airlines see here.
- Tips for flying with a baby and toddler.
Have these tips for flying with an infant helped you? Please let me know below!
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On cool, damp afternoon, the Carthage College football team (6-4, 3-4 CCIW) closed out its 2010 season on Saturday, Nov. 13 with a 28-6 win over CCIW-opponent Elmhurst College (6-4, 3-4 CCIW) at Art Keller Field in Kenosha, Wis.
Carthage took an early, 6-0 lead when quarterback Evan Jones connected with wide receiver Pete Djurickovic on a 48-yard touchdown pass at 10:51 first period. The two-point conversion failed. On the ensuing Elmhurst drive, Carthage defensive back Brian Hipchen intercepted a Joe Furco pass at the Carthage three-yard line and returned it 63 yards. The Red Men worked the ball to the Bluejays nine-yard line but had to settle for a 32-yard Tyler Funk field goal at 4:58 and a 9-0 lead. Carthage made it a 15-0 game late in the period. A 57-yard pass from Jones to Mike Koeneman gave the Red Men the ball at the Bluejays' 10-yard line. Five plays later, Jones carried the ball in from the one for touchdown, but the two-point conversion failed.
Elmhurst got on the board with a second-period scoring drive of 64 yards on 10 plays that was capped by a four-yard pass from Furco to Bobby Vavlas at 10:25. The point-after failed thanks to a bad snap, and Carthage led by nine points, 15-6, at halftime. Following a scoreless third period, the Red Men put the game away with a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns. A 14-play, 82-yard scoring drive ended with an 18-yard TD pass from Jones to Jake Smith at 11:00 for a 21-6 lead. Tyler Funk's kick for the extra point was blocked. Following Brian Hipchen's third interception of the game, Smith scored again on an eight-yard carry at 8:17. Funk connected on the game's only extra-point for the final, 28-6 margin. Hipchen ended the regular season as the CCIW leader in pass interceptions with 10 in nine games.
The total offensive yardage was just about even. Elmhurst had 346 yards, 103 rushing and 243 passing, while Carthage had 343 yards, 144 on the ground and 199 in the air. There were eight total interceptions, five by the Red Men and three for the Bluejays. Evan Jones, who owns virtually all of the Red Men's career passing records, closed out his Carthage career by completing 12-of-29 passes for 199 yards and two touchdowns. Mike Koeneman caught four passes for 98 yards, while Jake Smith rushed for 135 yards on 28 carries. Joe Furco completed 26-of-50 passes for 243 yards, and Bluejays running back Scottie Williams carried 20 times for 112 yards.
"After a devastating loss to Illinois Wesleyan last week, rallying for the Elmhurst win says a lot about our kids," said head coach Tim Rucks. "The defensive unit played with a mission and played hard. We didn't give them an inch, and they Elmhurst didn't have an answer for our defense. Jake Smith played a great game, and he should be a first-team all-conference player next week. He's an out-and-out football player. We're really going to miss him next year. While it wasn't a banner day for Evan Jones, that doesn't matter, because he did so much over his Carthage career. He re-wrote the record book, and that couldn't happen to a better person. Brian Hipchen should also be an All-CCIW player. We moved him to a cornerback this year, and that was really a great idea on the part of defensive coordinator John Sedeska. You try to win championships every year. That's what we do, but this has been a good group to coach. We ended the year with a satisfying win. We had a another winning season, and I like the consistency."


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Analysts said that the consistently below-par margin performance was the biggest disappointing factor despite the company recording a positive same store sales growth (SSSG) of 4.2% against 3.2% in the second quarter of the previous financial year. In the June quarter, the company had posted a negative same store sales growth of 3.2%. Total income from operations grew 13.3% to Rs 666 crore.
"The same store sales growth was positive but this was the second consecutive quarter when margins are below 10%. Historically, margins have been above 15%," said Sachin Bobade, senior research analyst at Dolat Capital Markets.
Unless the same store sales growth rises to 7-8%, operating margins will not improve, added Bobade. The stock has fallen nearly 30% in the last one year amid weak earnings performance. Recently, its chief executive Ajay Kaul, who is perceived as an architect of the company's strong supply chain and operational excellence, had announced that he would be stepping down from his role. This further dampened investor sentiment for the stock.
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Its already going to be a busy weekend for the Blackhawks, who will have back-to-back road games against the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks.
But could results around the league make for a busy trading weekend? And if so, will the Blackhawks be part of it?
The Blackhawks players have enough to think about with their on-ice task, games against a Los Angeles team that just pulled off a big trade and an Anaheim squad thats not completely out of playoff contention just yet. The Blackhawks are focused on their own situation foremost, with just 20 games remaining in their regular season. Sitting in sixth place with 73 points and with teams pushing at them, the Blackhawks know every point is critical.
The next (game) is the most important one, and thats the way it is from here on out, Patrick Sharp said Thursday night, after the Blackhawks squandered a chance to pick up one or two points against the Dallas Stars.
The Blackhawks tough weekend task is made tougher since theyre missing Jonathan Toews, Niklas Hjalmarsson and Steve Montador for both. None traveled with the Blackhawks when they headed to Los Angeles this afternoon. If the Blackhawks can conjure up the game they played against Detroit, theyll be just fine this weekend. The team-first mentality got the through that, got them two points.
And as the team works on how to beat the Kings and Ducks, general manager Stan Bowman has his own decisions to make. Hes said he wants a defenseman, and he has until 2 p.m. CST Monday to find one. One would expect action to pick up this weekend on the trade front. Some dominoes have already fallen, as Kyle Quincey was traded to the Detroit Red Wings and Jeff Carter was acquired by Los Angeles for defenseman Jack Johnson, whos headed to Columbus.
Bowman also mentioned a while back a potential trade for a center. With Toews out, does that need grow? Toews is officially listed as day to day, and could be suffering concussion-like symptoms. He could be back by Monday. He could be out longer. And missing Toews for any amount of time is tough. Will the Blackhawks make getting a center a higher priority now?
Its going to be a busy weekend, one way or the other for the Blackhawks. They need points, need to keep pace with an ever tightening Western Conference what coach Joel Quenneville calls, the amazing race. Theyll have to collect them through this recent rash of injuries.
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Chapter: Volume 1 - Chapter 4
Location: Polik
I should definitely apologise for not posting a page on Monday. I had planned to do something April Foolsy, but I totally forgot. In any case, here's a new page!
The facebook page for a collaboration between myself and Matt Collinson popped up last night. It is a comic, I can tell you that much. We'll be posting content to the Facebook page over the next few months, and we're hoping for an August launch of the first pages. In any case, you should definitely like the page! You can go to it via http://facebook.com/m9comic/
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What's the status of your attic? If you're being honest, you probably have no idea because you haven't been in it since… January, when you popped up there just long enough to put the christmas lights away. The attic doesn't get a lot of your attention, but it should, because it will attract the attention of rodents looking for a new home!
Although it's not much to look at, the attic serves an important purpose in your home- lined with fluffy insulation, it traps heat and helps to regulate the comfortable temperature of your home. The attic is a prime location for rodent infestation because they love to nest in isolated, warm spaces. Rodents will wreak havoc in an attic by shredding insulation, gnawing on electrical wiring, and contaminating the space with their droppings and urine that can carry infectious disease. Learn more about the health risks associated with rodents.
Be proactive and take steps to rodent-proof your attic before you have a real problem on your hands!
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Carefully evaluate the exterior of your home. Rodents enter attics through small, weather-worn holes or openings such as vents and chimney pipes. Bear in mind that rats can enter through a hole that is only ½ inch in diameter, and mice can squeeze through a hole ¼ inch wide! To effectively keep rats and mice out of your attic, begin with walking the perimeter of your home. Inspect carefully, and find and seal any spots in your home's outer walls that could be an entry point. Not quite sure what you're looking for? Contact the experts at Green Rat Control to do a thorough inspection. They will find and seal all possible entry points with steel and a polyurethane sealant!
Step 2 – Make repairs
Rodents are crafty, intelligent, and determined creatures. Where there's a will, there's a way. They will take advantage of any weakness on your property. Take precautions and guard your attic by looking for any holes in your roofing. To do do this, lift up damaged shingles and pry out the nails underneath. The damaged shingles will slide out. Underneath you'll need to repair the hole in the roof, then replace the old shingles with new ones. You can use roof cement to securely reinforce the new nails.
Other repairs you may need to consider are vent covers and a chimney cap. If you have uncovered vents or chimneys you're practically inviting rodents inside your attic! This is a relatively easy fix, but it is important to use a cover made of wire, not mesh, to keep rodents out.
Step 3 – Trim Back Trees
Rodents are adept climbers. Squirrels, raccoons, and roof rats will make use of long and low hanging branches that brush up against your roof to gain access to your attic. Trim back tree branches to at least 8 ft away to effectively restrict rodents from your roof.
It's hard to account for everything. You will to consider combining your efforts with a professional team of rodent control experts. Rats can burrow through and chew wood, sheetrock, insulation, vapor barrier, a lot of other structural and stored items. To be sure that you've covered all your bases, check out the rodent-proofing services provided by Green Rat Control.
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Life as a Writer, Disney World Cast Member, and
Big Sister through Foster Care & Adoption
Welcome back to Taylor Talks!
Tonight, I had the opportunity to go visit my friend's house (the one who I wrote about back in the post, "Welcome to the Club"), and see her little brothers. One of those little brothers, who is just two, was placed with her family last month and is their first foster child. While I was at her house, I got to talk to her and her parents about how much this little boy has grown over the month he's been with them.
From the time they first took in this little boy to now, the family has seen such an incredible change with him. We talked about it tonight; how much more he's talking, how easily he plays with the other boys, how much more he understands, etc. As we were talking about how far he has come in just that month, it reminded me a lot about the little girl that we had living with us last year. I realized that there is a sort of pattern to how these children grow while with the foster family, especially when they are so little.
I have noticed that when a very young child is placed with our family, most often they don't talk a lot, they don't feel very comfortable with hugging anyone or being too touchy-feely, and they're pretty quiet. As they spend time with the family, they start to come out of their shells, and they talk a little more (even if they're too young to use sentences, they babble a lot more), and they start to feel comfortable sitting on your lap or hugging you, and they start to feel comfortable walking around the house because it's their home too.
Granted, many of the changes in the child are simply because they start to feel more comfortable in the home. However, they also grow a lot because they (more often than not) haven't had as much attention as they get at our house, and they learn a lot from being around other kids. Seeing my friend's little foster brother made me see that it's the same in other houses as well. It's only been a month, but this little guy is already learning from the family. While he refuses to say 'yes' (it is the terrible twos after all), he says 'please' and laughs more, he runs around with his new brothers, and he's a bubbly, happy little boy. It's really a joy to see how far he has come since he moved in with my friend's family.
If you're part of a foster family, what growth do you notice in a new foster child over the first month? How do you make them feel more at home?
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My family has been doing foster care since I was three years old. I'm the only biological child in my family, though I now have five permanent siblings. Having nineteen siblings over the course of my lifetime has been an incredible experience, and I'm hoping that by sharing some of the ups and downs of being the only bio kid in a foster family, other foster families or people looking into doing foster care will be able to learn a bit of what life can be like. I also like to share what life is like on my journey to becoming a published author, as well as where my schooling and career choice are taking me.
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Minister: The remarks about Moroccan soccer players touch a real issue
The remarks about problems with Moroccan soccer players in amateur clubs made by analyst Johan Derksen have raised several reactions at cabinet level. Prime Minister Mark Rutte said that anybody who misbehaves in a soccer club must be forcibly thrown out. Minister Edith Schipper of Public Health, Welfare and Sport said however that Derksen has identified a real problem and that one cannot deny that incidents in some clubs occur far more frequently than in others.


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Height 24.4 inches (62cm).
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Resources such as this one explain how to setup Firefox 2.0.x to use kmail to send email from "mailto:" links. However, compatibility with this scheme was broken in Firefox 3, as evident from Firefox bug #428658 - "network.protocol-handler.app.mailto" users need to edit/remove mimeTypes.rdf".
The solution I found is to access "Edit → Preferences → Applications → mailto" and select the appropriate application there. This seems to work for Firefox 3.


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Onsite Competition for Teams
Event descriptionThe Granite Games Throwdown gives athletes new to competition an opportunity to challenge themselves and have a blast doing it!
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For all workouts and standards head to our website: https://thegranitegames.com/throwdown-compete/
To set you up for success when you arrive onsite, here's what you need to know:
Check- In - All athletes must check in at 8:00am
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Parking – There's parking available at our facility in the fenced in lot
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No Take-Backs – Life happens—we totally get that. But please be aware that if you cannot participate in the weekend's events, we cannot offer a refund for any reason.
Trading Places – You can substitute an athlete up until registration closes on Saturday, February 10th. Please note they will receive the tee/tank ordered by the original participant.
Scoring: For Weight: Heavier is Better
In 15 Minutes find your 1 rep max press and 3 rep max front squat Your team score is all 4 lifts combined
Scoring: For Repetitions: More is Better
15 Minute AMRAP // Female & Male Scaled // 15 Minute AMRAP 20 ring rows 40 box jumps or step-ups 20 hanging knee raises 80 single unders Reps may divided up however you'd like. 24" box for males 20" box for females // Female & Male Intermediate // 20 pull-ups 40 box jumps or step-ups 20 toes to bar 80 double unders Reps may divided up however you'd like. 24" box for males 20" box for females
Scoring: For Repetitions: More is Better
15 Minute AMRAP 20 hang cleans 20 wall balls 20 deadlifts 20 wall balls Reps may divided up however you'd like. All division throw to a 9 ft. target. Female Scaled 65 lb. barbell 10 lb. wall bal Men Scaled 95 lb. barbell 14 lb. wall ball Female Intermediate 75 lb. barbell 14 lb. wall ball Men Intermediate 115 lb. barbell 20 lb. wall ball
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Three militants from terror outfit Hizbul Mujaheedin, including a top commander, were killed in a day-long encounter in Lassidaban village near Keller in south Kashmir's Pulwama district.
A senior police officer said troops of Rashtriya Rifles and the state police jointly surrounded a house in Lassidaban village earlier in the day, acting on 'actionable information' that a group of Hizbul Mujaheedin militants were hiding inside.
"The hiding militants were asked to surrender. Instead, they opened fire at the surrounding RR troops and the police. The forces returned the fire, triggering an encounter, at the end of which three militants were killed," the officer told rediff.com.
"Among those killed was Latief Tedwa, the divisional commander of the outfit who was wanted in connection with several killings in south Kashmir," he added.
Arms and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants, the officer said.
The house in which the militants were holed up was destroyed during the gunfight.


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Apologies for the prolonged absence. I've been chewing on a thought for some time, but it never seemed 'quite ready.' And the more I thought about it, the more erudite I thought I had to be in this post since I had been gone so long. But fear not, I decided to just take the plunge and make you privy to this random thought that's been swirling around in my head:
What does it mean to be 'an early adopter?' Are most 'early adopters' really tech-savvy or do other factors like relevancy have a stronger play on adoption rates?
Example: Pinterest. I've been happily pinning since this summer, but at the time I thought I was the last person on earth 'invited' to join Pinterest. I'd been reading about Pinterest on people's Twitter feeds and blogs, and I was just so frustrated I couldn't get an invite!
Needless to say, I finally got my invite and I've been obsessed ever since. And I've started to notice something- I'm not the last person on earth to be 'invited' to join Pinterest. When I was pining for my invite to Pinterest, all I could read about was how much the people already on Pinterest loved it- and now that I'm happily on board, I'm noticing more and more people exclaiming how they just recently figured out what Pinterest was/just joined.
Am I an early adopter?
Compared to people who joined before me, no. I was far behind the curve. Compared to the people who are just finding out? Perhaps. But it has nothing to do with my technical savvy, it was everything to do with my location and lifestyle.
I live in NYC and am surrounded by people who truly are early adopters- the people who not only try things before other people, but the one's who are creating the new and exciting things. I date a guy with his own start-up (check 'em out- myschoolbinder.com!) and he's constantly making fun of my being 'late to the game' on tech and start-up news. I was more likely to find out about Pinterest because of my environment and lifestyle.
The people I know who are just discovering Pinterest mostly don't live in a major hub and aren't surrounded with the same 'always on' environment that is NYC. They're probably more tech-savvy than I am in many ways, but because of their environment/lifestyle, they found out about Pinterest much later.
And I can't even imagine what my adoption of Pinterest would have been like if I lived in Palo Alto- or on the opposite end of the spectrum- Florence, SC.
Based on my adoption of Pinterest, am I part of the early adopters/early majority or more along the lines of the early majority/late majority– or even the laggards?
Here's my grand thought I've been swirling around for so long- I think the adoption curve needs adjusting. My adoption of services (with Pinterest as the most recent example) generally have little to zero to do with my openness or savvy with new technology/advancements, but more to do with my environment and lifestyle.
The adoption curve for a service or product should have multiple curves- I'd argue how and when people in different areas- like Palo Alto or New York or Florence, SC- first adopt a service/product is vastly different- as is how and when the adoption curve changes from innovators to early adopters to early majority to late majority to laggards.
One area or group of people could see a very fast acceleration from innovators to early adopters while another area/group of people could see a much slower rate of adoption- shouldn't the 'adoption curve' really be a series of curves that start at different points in time and rise/fall according to adoption by major environments/lifestyle?
Hopefully artistic enough to illustrate a point- many different start points and many different adoption rates. People can be both early adopters and the late majority- based on what's relevant to them. I'm most likely in the early/late majority for joining Pinterest based off people who joined Pinterest in my circle of relevancy in NYC. On the other hand, I'm probably an early adopter/early majority when I compare myself to people in a smaller area.
So who are the true innovators and early adopters? Is adoption more akin to 80% relativity to your environment/lifestyle and 20% technically savvy than 100% technically savvy?


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Wondering what the pros consider their favorite workout of all time, the one that gets them excited to head to the gym and hit the weights? Let's take a closer look at the workouts these MuscleTech-sponsored athletes put at the top of their lists.
Abel Albonetti: Fitness Model, MuscleTech Athlete
"My all-time favorite workout would definitely be a solid chest-training day," says Albonetti. "My workout uses heavy weights and incorporates supersets and isolation movements. It's a total burnout."
Give this workout your all, Albonetti says. Mix up your rep ranges to apply different varieties of stress on your body.
"Remember to lift as heavy as possible while maintaining good form," he says. "By doing this workout regularly, these supersets will build muscle and burn lots of calories for fat loss. What more could you ask for in a workout?"
Santi Aragon: IFBB Pro, MuscleTech Athlete
For Aragon, it's all about back day.
"I love my back workout because it's a good mix of power and isolation movements," he says. "The racked pull is the number-one reason I was able to improve the thickness and density in my mid back and lats, so it's one move I always like adding to my back-training protocols."
Aragon's workout is a perfect example of incorporating a variety of training techniques in one session. Try his workout for a while and you'll grow to like it, too.
Ryan Kurek: Fitness Model, MuscleTech Athlete
Albonetti and Kurek are of like minds about the chest workout.
"The standard bench press is my hands-down favorite," Kurek says. "No incline, no decline—just the standard bench press. This will always be a timeless classic for physical exertion."
For maximum progression on any major muscle group, Kurek says, you're going to want to return to basic compound lifts like the standard bench press. This is such a powerful exercise because you can recruit the most muscle fibers possible to lift the heaviest weights and build the most strength.
Incline and decline bench press are great for adding more variation to your workout routine, Kurek says. You just won't lift as much weight or gain as much strength.
Dylan Thomas: Lifestyle Transformation Coach, MuscleTech Athlete
Leg workouts are at the top of the list for Thomas.
"I love a heavy leg workout that leaves nothing in the tank," he says.
It's rare to find someone who lists legs as their favorite session, but if you like to be pushed to the max, his workout just might top the charts for you, too.
Leg training is incredibly intense. The muscles of the legs are some of the largest in the body so the level of fatigue you'll be able to generate will be large, too. And along with that fatigue will come some rewarding, burning pain that lets you know you're growing new muscle.
The key to a truly great leg workout is utilizing both lower-rep sets with heavy weights, and higher-rep sets, with lighter weights. This approach enables you to maximize your strength potential while still burning out the muscles at the end.


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I finally got it. After years of struggling with something close to an exercise addiction, I finally understand what it means to listen to my body, and respect myself enough to act on it. Needless to say, it feels amazing. Here's how I did it.
Start with a blank canvas
Listening when you know what what's coming next is a challenge: when your favorite song is playing on the radio, are you actually listening to it, or are you singing along, already expecting the next bridge, the next chorus? We already know the beat, we already know the lyrics, there is not much listening going on: we are simply enjoying what we know to be that great song.
The same goes for everything else in life. When we know what to expect, we aren't putting much attention into the details, aren't really taking the time to analyze, to break down every event that is happening, checking in how we feel. We just follow what is the normal path we are used to, which saves us a lot of energy since we know taking decisions is energy consuming. However, if we want to really listen, then we need somehow to get back to an experience similar to a first time. What I find to be very helpful is to start with a blank canvas.
My blank canvas happened by accident. I had to go on a business trip for a week in France, and I expected it to be very demanding. I decided to keep it simple, and for the first time in many years, to take a rest week. It was scary. I had to mentally prepare myself (no joke), and I did so reading tons of articles promoting the integration of rest weeks in training programs.
I succeeded. I spent the whole week without training. It was challenging, but it gave me the opportunity once I was back to have a fresh start, to get back to what a body feels like when it is not overtrained. That was my new setpoint. I was then able to observe how every workout I did afterwards really felt, its impact on my body, if I had pushed myself too much, if I had taken enough time to rest in between two sessions. Instead of a fixed training program I was planning a week ahead, I am now able to go day by day, not anticipating the second-next workout. I can simply focusing on what I feel like doing today, knowing that I have the freedom and the self-love I need to be able to give myself a day of rest if I need to, despite what my head might be telling me, despite what a "regular" training program should look like.
Tune in (and out)
That was the tuning in. When you know what goes on on the inside, and are able to listen. If we were free from any constraint, living in a perfect single bubble with only our needs to satisfy, we could make sure that every cue is taken cared of, and that we are always acting based on those.
However, we are (luckily I would say) part of something that goes beyond ourselves: we are connecting to one another, as well as integrated into a bigger picture, into our environment, part of the universe. That fact means we also have to be able to get in tune with what is happening out there every time we are making a decision for ourselves. We have to look for that compromise between our very own needs and the actual reality.
Ayurvedic medicine perfectly understands that. When a doctor makes its diagnostic, it takes into account not only the Dosha of the patient and its actual condition, but also keeps in mind his whole environment: the season, the climate, his lifestyle, etc. That's where the richness of the treatment comes from.
We all face different challenges every day. I am an introvert, and business meetings make me uncomfortable. For others, it might be an inconvenient work schedule, a child to take care of, a demanding spouse, or simply winter that is showing up way too soon and that transforms commuting into a real struggle. It's great to be able to listen to what we need on the inside, but we also have to take into account what is going on on the outside.
Make a conscious choice
Even when listening to how we feel and being in tune with what is actually happening out there, we might not make what would be the best decision for ourselves. Even though it did change a lot since I have been back from France, I am far from being perfect when it comes to exercise. It is not because I am able to listen now that I still don't overdo it. I love it, and I have a lot of trouble resisting a great yoga class with one of my favorite teachers, even if I know that I am tired and that my muscles would need a bit of a rest.
And that is ok. The major difference now is that I make it a conscious choice. I choose to add one more day of training before taking a break, it is not imposed on be by some schedule I made up days ago.
It is challenging though. Breaking out of habits, leaving the autopilot mode to be fully aware day in and day out is not what we are wired to do. Habits are created for a reason. They save time and energy. Living consciously can be hard work. However, with a little bit of practice and patience, we all have the capacity to listen. The real question is more whether or not we want to listen. It takes the willingness to acknowledge what our body and our mind are telling us, and then a lot of loving kindness to act upon those messages. That's where the actual work begins. Developing that compassion towards ourselves is the first step, and it is the only way we can truly then become more aware of others as well, truly listen to what they are telling us, the messages they are sending, to finally be able to take care of them.


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On Saturday, January 16, 2016, the NFL lost a major figure from the league's family. Ted Marchibroda, who may be known for his years with the Indianapolis Colts, has died at the age of 84. Marchibroda played college football and also for the professional league, but spent 37 years coaching. Soon after he stopped coaching, he spent seven years as a broadcasting analyst for the Indianapolis Colts.
Marchibroda was born in Franklin, Pennsylvania on March 15, 1931. He eventually went on to playing college football at Saint Bonaventure University, while also spending a few years playing at the University of Detroit. During his college career, he led the nation with 1,819 passing yards as a quarterback during his 1952 season. That next year, he became a first-round draft pick by the Pittsburg Steelers. He was picked 5th overall by his hometown team. After just one year with the Steelers, Marchibroda served for the U.S. Army. In 1955 and after his discharge, he returned to play for the Steelers until 1956. The following year, he continued his professional career and played for the Chicago Cardinals.
Marchibroda decided to put his playing years behind him and began coaching for the NFL. He spent the majority of his life coaching for various NFL teams prior to his broadcasting position. While Ted Marchibroda may have died, he spent 60 years out of his 84 years of living completely devoted to football whether if it was coaching or playing for a team himself. His first coaching job was for the Washington Redskins (1961-1965) as the assistant coach. He also spent four years with the Los Angeles Rams (1966-1970). He then went back to Washington and spent three years as the offensive coordinator for the Redskins (1971-1974). From 1975-1979, he also took a head coach position for the Baltimore Colts. During his time with the Colts, he coached the team to three NFL division championships. However, the Colts had lost all three of those games.
From 1981 until 1985, he spent time with the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and the Philadelphia Eagles as the offensive coordinator until 1985. From 1987 to 1991, Marchibroda then spent his career with the Buffalo Bills as both the quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator. He created a no-huddle offense that eventually brought him and Bills much success, as this also revolutionized the game of football. The new no-huddle or also known as the hurry-up offense simply meant that the offense would hurry to the line of scrimmage and then the quarterback would call plays from the line. This also prevented any substitutions from being made, though the NFL eventually created a rule that allowed the defense to make substitutions only if the offense did simultaneously. This offense is now a common strategy in today's game of football. With the help of this new way of offense, he led the Bills to four straight Super Bowls.
He also was the head coach for both the Indianapolis Colts (1992-1995) and the Baltimore Ravens (1996-1998). After being let go by the Colts, the Ravens brought him back to Baltimore. After a relocation controversy of the Colts moving to Indianapolis in 1984, the NFL kept a team in Baltimore but renamed them to the Ravens.
Ted Marchibroda died in Weems, Virginia and at the age of 84, he left behind his wife, two sons, two daughters, and also six grandchildren. Marchibroda not only brought the no-huddle offense to the NFL, but he also contributed by bringing in Bill Belichick. Belichick, who may arguably be today's best and most recognized NFL head coach. The current head coach of the New England Patriots worked under Marchibroda as a special assistant, which was his debut in the NFL. He also introduced Baltimore's well-known mantra, which is "Play like a Raven."
By Tricia Manalansan
New York Times: Ted Marchibroda, Who Led Colts and Ravens, Dies at 84
Baltimore Sun: From Belichick to the no-huddle offense, Ted Marchibroda gave the NFL so much
Indianapolis Star: Former Colts coach Ted Marchibroda dies
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Everyone enjoys going to a party but hosting parties is a different thing. If you're hosting a gathering at your home and are at a loss on where to start, here are some tips to help you plan, create and host a fabulous event.
Pick A Theme
Come up with a theme for your party. A theme will make people interested in coming to your event. It will also give them something to talk about and an opportunity to showcase their creativity particularly when costumes are involved.
Build Excitement
You can generate excitement for your event by creating an online invite or announce the event on social media. You can continue to follow up with emails, text messages and even face to face communication to ensure everyone looks forward to attending your party.
Be Prepared
See to it that you live up to the anticipation you built around your party by being prepared to back up the hype of a great event. You should start by planning the food and drinks that you're going to serve and how they will be served.
You can pre-assemble and pre-cook items a day in advance so you can spend more time with your guests during the party. You don't want to be in the kitchen most of the time during the party while your friends are out there having fun.
Clean the house and stock up on supplies that may be needed during the party, such as toilet papers and cups. You should be ready to welcome your guests 30 minutes before they are scheduled to arrive in case someone shows up 15 minutes earlier.
Remember that inevitable and unwanted accidents can happen at your party. Drinks may spill or kitchen appliances may malfunction but be calm and laugh about it. Enjoy your time with your guests. You don't want to ruin your party by being in a bad mood simply because some things did not work out as planned.
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How to Calculate the Lactate Threshold in Cycling
When you exercise, your body produces lactic acid as a byproduct. If you're exercising at a low intensity, your body is able to quickly clear this byproduct. However, when you begin to cycle at a more intense rate, it becomes increasingly more difficult for your body to clear the lactic acid. The point at which the body produces more of this byproduct than it can clear is called the lactate threshold. This point, which occurs at about 85 percent of your maximum heart rate, can be measured with a heart-rate monitor. A cyclist will also feel a burning sensation in her muscles when she is over her lactate threshold and her body begins to tire. Identifying your lactate threshold will help you learn to pace your efforts and to train smarter.
Set up your bike in a trainer indoors or find a flat to rolling route outside to perform the test. When performing the test outside, be sure to plan a route that's free of stop signs, stop lights and heavy traffic. This is an intense exercise and it's important to keep working at a certain level of exertion for the prescribed period of time without any interruptions.
Warm up, pedaling in an easy gear for at least 15 minutes. Try to keep a cadence of 90 rpm. You can measure this using a cycling computer with cadence. Allow your body to become loose, relax your upper body and breathe deeply to prepare your muscles for the work ahead.
Perform a short sprint, getting out of the saddle. When you sit down, focus on pushing a gear at a pace you can hold for an hour. This will be your one hour time trial pace. Focus on keeping this nice, steady pace, at 90 rpm.
Time yourself. After 10 minutes at this time-trial pace, hit the lap button on your heart-rate monitor. Maintain the pace you have set for 20 more minutes. Breathe as you pedal. This is not an all-out effort, but you should be pushing yourself to maintain the pace. Try to avoid using a gear that will quickly tire you out.
Press the lap button again after the 20 minutes is over. This is the end of the test. Cool down by using an easy gear. You should feel your heart rate dropping. Pedal for five to 10 minutes, depending on how your body feels. Read the average heart rate for the 20-minute time trial you just completed. This is your lactate threshold 1. Use this number to help with your future training.
New cyclists or those new to a fitness regimen should consult their doctor before performing a lactate-threshold test.
- New cyclists or those new to a fitness regimen should consult their doctor before performing a lactate-threshold test.
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1878–1939, American social worker, b. Grand Island, Nebr. She did notable work as director (1921–34) of the Child Labor Division of the U.S. Children's Bureau. The Child and the State (2 vol., 1938) is her most important publication.
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