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It's not unusual in this kind of terrain to run over big mountains for a small opportunity of a job. Dreams carry people anywhere. If one desire is not fulfilled, another emerges.
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ब्लगमान्डू : तन्नेरी जुम्लीको पढाउने रहर
Lal Bahadur Dangi in the same school in Chautha where he hopes to get appointed as a teacher
Recently, while climbing the Danphe hill above Jumla bazaar one sunny morning, I met a young man clad in the jersey of Brazilian football team and blue jeans that was folded up to the knees. Record holder high altitude marathon runner Hari Bahadur Rokaya of Jumla, who was accompanying me up to the hill, and the Palpasa Cafe t-shirt that I was wearing immediately brought me closer to Lal Bahadur Dangi. Since our destination for the evening was the same remote village called Chautha that belonged to the Bumramadi Chaur VDC of Jumla. My plan was to head for Rara Lake the next day while Lal Bahadur was hiking for a 'special purpose' around which this article revolves.
The one and the only primary school in Chautha, that was run by the government had a vacancy for a teacher and this 23-year-old was hiking to try his luck for the post. Himself a teacher at Kanika Nisha English School in Jumla Bazaar, Lal Bahadur was visiting the remote place just for the heck of it. "I don't mind working in a primary school," said Lal Bahadur who holds the license to teach at lower secondary level and is waiting for his B Ed third year exam results". If I get the job, I can compete internally to teach at secondary level as soon as I pass B Ed. That's equivalent to a Section Officer. Nothing like that happens in a private school." He was confident of getting the job if the selection was done in a transparent manner. He added: "If not, boarding jindabaad!" Continue reading A Young Jumlee's Dream of Teaching


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NCTQ Unveils 'Consumer's Guide' to Colleges of Education
The National Council on Teacher Quality has unveiled Path to Teach, an online website billed as a consumer's guide to colleges of education.
Teacher-candidates-to-be can look up college programs and alternative programs from across the nation, comparing them by tuition costs, enrollment numbers, location, and by a quality snapshot that looks at criteria like admissions selectivity, preparation to teach in different content areas, and student-teaching quality.
Path to Teach's A-F grades are based on the NCTQ's project to assess elementary, secondary, and special education programs in every education school. The rankings are often fairly unsparing ("This program will not prepare you to teach young children to read," says the typical warning for an F grade for early reading.)
I probably don't need to remind you of the controversy swirling around the NCTQ's efforts, so bear that in mind as you explore the site. (The NCTQ's nemesis, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, is not impressed.)
Here's a snapshot from one college (name redacted) so you can see what the site offers. Meanwhile, if you want the topline findings—what NCTQ calls the "best value" programs—click here.
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PM resists demands to commit to 2050 carbon neutral Pacific communique16/08/2019|4min
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has resisted Pacific Nations leaders' demands for Australia to commit to becoming carbon neutral by 2050 in an official declaration following a forum on the island of Tuvalu. Caleb Bond says coal has lifted many developing countries out of poverty and they ought to remember 'it's all well and good to condemn Australia's use of coal, but if we weren't digging it up, they wouldn't have much to burn... they would find themselves in an economic hole". Gemma Tognini says "the giant elephant in the room" is China, who are able to burn coal freely whilst "Saint Jacinda Ardern stands in the corner telling us what terrible global citizens we are".


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Sunday, July 20, 2008
Summertime blues.
5 comments:
- Aunt Debbi/kurts mom said...
Yummy, we need to drive a little east of here to get some soon.
- July 20, 2008 at 6:02 PM
- Cicero Sings said...
Blueberry pie, blueberry smoothies, blueberry crisp, blueberry cake, blueberry topped puff pancake ... one can never have too many blueberries. We get 50 lbs a year. Besides, they are VERY good for you.
- July 20, 2008 at 7:58 PM
- kd said...
Wow! You managed to pass 3 driveways into berry farms? That's serious self-control -- I would have been swerving into a U-turn after the first sign!
- July 20, 2008 at 9:49 PM
- Amy said...
Pretty and Yummy! The daily double!
I went out to our bushes the other day and snapped a few pictures of the berries, too. When I came in, I was asked one question of my photo shoot: "Why?" I said, "Because they ARE summer!" I stand firmly by my reasoning. The cinnamon blueberry bread that will be made tomorrow will also support this.
Plus... I had to document their existence before the blue jays nibbled them into oblivion.
- July 21, 2008 at 8:36 PM
- Shibaguyz said...
Now I want fresh blueberries... and it's the middle of the night... what's a guy to do???
We were just talking today about adding a blueberry bush or two to the neighborhood landscaping. Do a little guerilla gardening and dress up the parking strips with blueberry bushes... YUM!!
- July 22, 2008 at 2:18 AM


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As I listened to conversations around the election, I hear da lot of talk of Biblical values, usually invoked to keep LGBTQ people from having equal rights or using the bathrooms that assign to their gender, or when talking about abortion restrictions.
There are, of course, many other issues to consider when engaging in politics and being a public theologian: economics, immigration, gun rights/gun violence, the environment, racism, legalization of drugs, voting rights, and a whole bunch of other stuff. One of these conversations seems to consistently rise above the rest: immigration. And, more often than not, this conversation around immigration is coupled with fear. Fear of the possibility of violence brought by immigrants, fear of immigrants stealing jobs, fear that, as Donald Trump has said of Mexico "When Mexico sends its people, they're not sending their best. They're not sending you. They're not sending you. They're sending people that have lots of problems, and they're bringing those problems with us. They're bringing drugs. They're bringing crime. They're rapists. And some, I assume, are good people."
There also seems to be a large percentage of people who are afraid that a) we are allowing unvetted immigrants into the united states and b) these immigrants could be terrorists, preparing the next terrorist attack.
Or, as Donald Trump Jr. puts it:
The solution that has been proposed to alleviate these fears is to end immigration from middle eastern countries, from Muslim countries, to some how label Muslims or people from the middle east, to build a wall on the border with Mexico.
Oddly enough, Biblical values never seem to enter into this conversation. I imagine this is because Biblical values do not seem to fit into the narrative being created by those who would like our anxiety to be put upon immigrants. As Christians we are called to not be afraid. To love our neighbor AND our enemy. AND we are called again and again and again to welcome the stranger.
If we as Christians are willing to cling so strongly to the relatively few verses that support our views in other matters, why are we not willing to cling to those verses as they apply to those who are different from us, when scripture makes clear over and over again that our call is to care for the orphan, protect the widow and welcome the stranger? To love our neighbor as ourselves?
In Exodus, God says to Moses, "Do not mistreat a foreigner, for you were foreigners in Egypt." – twice in but a few verses God says that. Again in Leviticus, "When a foreigner resides among you in your land do not mistreat them," "The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born, Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt, I am the lord your God." In Deuteronomy, "He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the foreigner residing among you, giving them food and clothing."
Job uses his care of the foreigner, his feeding and sheltering of them as a sign of his righteousness and love for God.
God speaks through Jeremiah and says, "Do what is just and right. Rescue from the hand of the oppressor the one who has been robbed. Do no wrong of violence to the foreigner, the fatherless or the widow, do not shed innocent blood in this place." God sends a smiliar message through Ezekial, Isaiah and Malachai.
In his parable to describe what it means to love your neighbor as yourself, Jesus uses care for the stranger as one example of loving your neighbor, ending with that which you did not do to the least of these you did not do to me."
Jesus consistently shocks his listeners by using outsiders as emissaries of grace, such as the single man who comes back to thank Jesus for his healing in Luke 17 or the many times Samaritans – dirty, suspicious, unclean outsiders, are the people who do the Godly thing. Jesus repeatedly crosses all kind of barriers to welcome people to him, in demonstration of how we should live in order to welcome people to God.
For crying out loud, Mary and Joseph were strangers in a strange land when they had jesus and they were refugees when Herod killed all of the children in the land. What if there had been a no refugee policy in Egypt?!
Again and again and again, scripture calls us to welcome the stranger, the foreigner, the alien. And yet this Biblical value seems to be completely absent from the discussion on immigration – it is like the polar opposite of our discussion on same sex marriage and Transgender rights, where the Bible is all over the place in spite of the relatively few verses that can be used to support this topic and Jesus' silence on the issue. Over and over and over again, the triune God asks us to welcome the stranger and to not be afraid, and yet we seem to be committed to living in fear and building walls so that the stranger we are called to welcome can be kept out. Not for nothing, many of these foreigners are also widows and orphans – two groups of people pretty much every book of the Bible says we are called to protect.
Why are we leaving these scriptures out? Because it does not serve the narrative. It does not advance the policies of those who want to keep us afraid because our fear feeds their policies and puts money in the pockets of politicians who benefit from our fear. Politicians who promise to keep us "safe."
Which brings me to another thing – Christians are not called upon to be safe.
Safety is not a Christian virtue.
We are called upon to sacrifice ourselves for the good news of Jesus Christ — the news that God came down and became human to know us, to love us, to set the oppressed free, to break the yoke of slavery, and to proclaim good news to the poor as he proclaims when he reads from the scroll of Isaiah in his first moment of public ministry.
Christians are called to sacrifice. We are called to pick up our cross and follow God. We are called to give up what we have and follow – safety, security, shelter, clothing – we are called to give those things away. We are called to leave our families for God, to separate ourselves from all we know and all we have, to go out into the world and trust Jesus. We are told again and again that following Jesus is dangerous. And it is. For centuries, people have been killed because of their call to follow God. Whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for the sake of the gospel will save it.
Many will take this to mean that we should be willing to be killed for our faith, as in if someone is holding a gun to our head, we should be willing to say that we are a Christian and let the chips fall where they may.
That's cheap grace, it's pumpkin spice latte Christianity. It's basic.
Losing our lives for Jesus and the sake of the gospel is losing our lives to live as Jesus lived and to follow Jesus' call to give up what we have and follow him, to give up our cloak, to turn the other cheek, to be willing to give up what we have so that others may have as well. We are called to be willing to give up our lives for the sake of love, for the sake of the poor and the oppressed. To eat all of the damn skittles.
Those are Biblical Values.


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Ron Paul let Rick Santorum have it tonight on FOX News. The Texas Congressman said this about the rumors that he was working with the Romney Campaign,
"The last thing I've done is talk to Mitt Romney. Besides he wouldn't talk to me about that. That's just fiction and its mostly been promoted by I guess by somebody who's super involved in conspiracy theories. That's Santorum doing that but it doesn't make any sense at all that that would be the case. And, my son can take care of himself."
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Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has weighed in on the debate about racism in Hollywood, telling the BBC in an interview that it is "pretty undeniable" that the movie business discriminates against actors and actresses on the basis of skin color.
The 27-year-old actor, who plays an FBI agent undercover as a white supremacist in his latest film Imperium, told the BBC's Victoria Derybshire show that Hollywood has a lot of work to do when compared with other industries.
"We like to think of ourselves as being a very, very progressive industry, but we have been lagging behind in all kinds of areas," Radcliffe said.
"It's pretty undeniable," he added when asked outright if Hollywood is a "racist" industry.
Radcliffe also criticized Donald Trump in his interview, accusing the Republican presidential candidate of "stirring up" feelings of "fear and hatred." The actor called Trump a "wealthy, privileged man (who) has somehow managed to convince people he's not part of the elite and that's he's a man of the people."
Radcliffe has become more politically outspoken in recent months. In a June interview, the actor tied Britain's recent vote to leave the European Union to the political ascendance of Trump in the United States.
"It's the worst kind of nationalism, the worst kind of patriotism, and it's scary as sh*t," Radcliffe told Vulture.
The actor added that Trump's rise could very well have an effect on politics in his native Britain.
"It worries me that — we don't really have a version of Trump, but our very far right wing party, they obviously would never have incited somebody to that violence," Radcliffe said then, referring to the murder of Jo Cox, a Labour Party politician who was killed just before the Brexit vote. "I'm not saying they did that because they didn't. But equally, you spend that much time fearmongering about race and religion and that's going to have an effect sometimes."
Radcliffe is not alone in his belief that Hollywood could be more inclusive. Earlier this month, a report by the University of Southern California called the entertainment business "the epicenter of cultural inequality." The report found that of the top-100 grossing films of 2015, 17 percent featured no black characters, 40 percent featured no Hispanic characters and 82 percent had no speaking roles for LGBT characters.
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- LeAnne said...
Well, the card is adorable...I've been wanting to use that sentiment on something, it's so cute! AS is your cute little Emma, with her bunny shirt! BUT THAT PHONE CALL!!! Thank the Lord she recognized her mistake, but gee whizzies!! What a shock!
- April 5, 2017 at 8:15 AM
- HJ said...
Oh my goodness, Linda. What a frightening call to get and then luckily it was not for you. Not a good way to start your day. What a cute card for adorable Emma. Hope today is calmer for you!
- April 5, 2017 at 8:47 AM
- Diane - firstname.lastname@example.com said...
Linda...This card is so stinkin cute! I love the bunny looking UP...
If I'm seeing what I'm seeing... I think Emma's helper will be wearing some ears too!
PS: SO so so glad your mom was okay. Jump start your day is right!
- April 5, 2017 at 10:31 AM
- stampwithamyk said...
What an awesome little card! Your critters peeking around are too cute! I'd have had a heart attack over that phone call too! Yikes, that will get you going first thing in the morning!
- April 5, 2017 at 11:24 AM
- Ginger said...
Oh my gosh Linda! hat is a terrible start to any day. Sure glad to hear that your Mom is doing fine though. And, it did prompt this adorable card so all was not lost.
- April 5, 2017 at 2:51 PM
- Colleen Begley said...
Oh, I love it!
- April 5, 2017 at 7:55 PM
- Claire Broadwater said...
Linda, your card is just adorable! Love the scalloped white border with that precious pink paper. The sentiment is so funny with your little bunnies! Miss Emma is just precious with her buddy Corduroy! So sorry to hear about that phone call. That is just a terrible way to start any day! HUGS! So happy you joined us at The Paper Payers this week! XX
- April 5, 2017 at 9:22 PM
- Karren said...
What an awful mistake for the health aide to make! I'm so glad it wasn't your mum but what a shock it must have been! But those critters are just too cute - especially the center one looking up. Adorable!
- April 6, 2017 at 4:08 AM
- Jen Camara Mitchell said...
I can hardly believe the health aide made such a mistake! No one wants a phone call like that and then to find out it was a wrong number is beyond awful. Amazing you were able to channel your panic and nervousness into a cute card like this. You definitely win the prize this week! Glad your mother is ok!
- April 6, 2017 at 9:07 PM
- Jen Brum said...
This is such a sweet Easter card Linda! I love those little bunnies and that cute little chick! That is one crazy start to a day! Definitely not what you need!!!
- April 6, 2017 at 9:38 PM
- Deanne @ Three Trees said...
Oh dear - what a way to start the day!!! Your card is ADORABLE! I love those little faces!! Thanks for playing along with us at The Paper Players.
- April 7, 2017 at 3:26 PM
- Jen Timko said...
Oh my...that is just an awful way to start at day. Seems that your recovered it a bit with this cutey! Love these fun images.
- April 9, 2017 at 2:31 PM
- Joanne James - The Crafty Owl said...
I've been away in Amsterdam for Onstage hence my late visit to you this week Linda - I just had to pop by and say how cute that card is - the chick is so funny! Love Emma's shirt too! As for the phone call - well, I'm just glad it wasn't your mom but what a shocker to start your day! Thanks for sharing your creation with us at The Paper Players.
- April 11, 2017 at 2:25 AM
- Cécile RIBON said...
This is such an adorable take on the sketch, Linda! Those fun little guys are so cute.
- April 18, 2017 at 5:37 PM
- Kim S said...
That's just a terrible story! Fear, relief and perhaps a desire to murder(?) all in the space of a few minutes!! I'm glad you were able to create this charming little card and have a bit of fun!
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A combination of taking a York Capitals team it had pounded twice too lightly and turnovers had the Harrisburg Stampede scrambling Saturday night.
With a berth in the American Indoor Football (AIF) championship game on the line, the team owned by New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston bobbled its way through three quarters on the 50-yard turf at the Farm Show Arena.
Perhaps it was too easy for Harrisburg during those two regular-season meetings between the Capitals and Stampede. The combined total score of the two games was 119-20.
And the in the most recent meeting Harrisburg pitched a shutout with a dominating 56-0 victory.
So it was time to see what this team was made of when it entered the fourth quarter Saturday night trailing this pesky but obviously vastly improved York outfit 41-34.
In a game where points come in bunches, the fourth quarter saw only one team score. Harrisburg's 17 fourth-quarter points restored order and allowed the Stampede to escape a monster upset bid that look probable for a long time and claim a 51-41 playoff victory.
"This is where we wanted to be from the start," Stampede said coach Bernie Nowotarski, whose club was a perfect 6-for-6 in the red zone. "It was one quarter to go to a championship game. Who was going to decide to dig down and go harder. Both teams went hard, we pulled it out."
Harrisburg (7-2) now gets a road trip to North Carolina with a chance to claim a professional indoor football title. The Stampede will play regular-season champion Cape Fear Heroes in Fayetteville Saturday June 8.
Turnovers and a special teams touchdown served as the main entrée that allowed the York Capitals to put the Stampeded on life support through three quarters.
York (5-4) returned two of its three interceptions for touchdowns. The Capitals' offense managed only three touchdowns and 141 total yards against a Stampede defense that was led by Travis Proctor's nine tackles and two interceptions.
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There are a total of 9 degree and certificate programs offered at Upper Darby's 2 colleges and universities. You can choose to study in fields ranging from medical/clinical assistant to health information/medical records technology/technician to early childhood education and teaching.
Upper Darby's top-ranked school is PJA School. In 2010, it received a nationwide rank of 77th. Approximately 371 students are currently enrolled at PJA School. Amongst students at PJA School, the most popular area of study is Law.
Upper Darby schools charge an average tuition of $13,460 per year. To see the variation in tuition rates at different colleges in Upper Darby, compare the tuition at PJA School, which charges students $13,460 per year, to the tuition at PJA School, which charges students $13,460 per year in tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2008, students at Upper Darby colleges received an estimated $0 in financial aid. Of this aid, $0 was in the form of institutional grants and scholarships. The highest amount of institutional grants and scholarships given to students by a local college was $0, which was given by PJA School.
Upper Darby Student Demographics
Upper Darby schools had an enrollment of 371 students in 2010. This is 0% of the total number of Pennsylvania college students. With 371 students, PJA School had the highest total student enrollment in Upper Darby. On the other hand, with only 371 students, PJA School had the lowest enrollment in the city.
Graduation and Retention Rates
The retention rate for Upper Darby colleges and universities, which is the percent of students who return to college after their first year, is about 61%. For every 100 students who enroll in Upper Darby schools, 39 eventually graduate. PJA School has a graduation rate of 39%, which is the highest in amongst Upper Darby schools. The lowest graduation rate is 39% for PJA School.
Upper Darby schools have a student population that is approximately 80% female. 0% of Upper Darby college students are 24 years old or younger. In 2009, 78 in 100 college students in Upper Darby identified themselves as being from a racial or ethnic minority. The highest percentage of diverse students in Upper Darby in 2009 was at PJA School, which had a minority student population that was 78% of the total student population of the school.
Upper Darby Faculty Demographics
The total number of faculty employed by Upper Darby colleges and universities was 44. Of these faculty members, 30% were female. 2% identified themselves as belonging to a racial or ethnic minority.
In 2009, the average faculty to student ratio was 1 to 16 for colleges and universities in Upper Darby. Harcum College had the highest faculty to student ratio, of schools in Upper Darby, with 1 to 1.
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text: WE already know that ** Agyness Deyn** is successfully following in Kate Moss' footsteps on the catwalk, but could she be preparing to follow her into TopShop's design studio too? The Lancashire-born model was reportedly involved in talks with the brand six months ago and, since their paths crossed again during Fashion Week, we hear that discussions have been - tentatively - reignited. "It's rumour with a little bit of substance," a source reveals. "TopShop knows Agyness and there was talk of them working together on a collection of her signature looks a while ago, but nothing came of it. Then they ran into each other at the Preen party during New York Fashion Week and it got the ball rolling again. She also had a chat with Philip Green at the V&A Couture Gala in London. So there is discussion, but it's all very informal - nothing is happening." If collaboration does come about, it will surely be a natural step in the growth of brand Deyn. The model was yesterday named as a nominee for Model of the Year at the 2007 British Fashion Awards, while earlier in the week she was listed in the Evening Standard's top 1,000 most influential people in London fashion. (October 11 2007, AM) Leisa Barnett


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By Teachers, For Teachers
Conducting research is one of the best skills a student can graduate with. It teaches students to take their personal curiosity, explore the world, and synthesize information to form their own conclusion. As students will one day have their own careers and their own lives, they must learn to find trustworthy information and conform it to their purposes.
The outcome of research may not always be a formal academic paper, but it will yield the result of a better-informed, developed opinion upon which someone could act. So when we take time to use teaching strategies to help students learn how to compose a research paper, we approach it slowly and methodically in the hopes of students comfortably grasping each step in the process.
There are many teaching strategies to helping teach students about research and composition. Here is a process – just one approach of many – that has proven profitable for students. Follow this or modify it in a way that suits your students best.
The Proposal. First, after going over the details of the assignment, I ask students to compose an informal letter "Proposal" that outlines in general terms what it is they'd like to compose their research paper about. I have students ask questions and openly brainstorm ideas they're considering. By the end of their proposal, they officially state what it is that they'd like to research, and they include a short list of what they don't know or what kind of information they'll probably need to find. This allows me to see what each student wants to pursue, and I can give early feedback and guidance before they get too far underway.
For this assignment, I generally let the students select their topic, with some guidance, of course. I could assign topics to students or ask them to pick from a list, but I want them to have some ownership over the process. If they select something they're genuinely interested in, then they're more likely to find better resources and to commit to a higher quality product.
Find Sources. After coming up with an initial idea for their paper, students are given an opportunity – usually multiple days – to acquire sources that will inform them on their topic. Before I let students loose in the library, we spend time talking through what kinds of sources we want and where we can find them. I often have a librarian or other professional as a guest to show students the best research techniques. Then, after students feel comfortable with how they're going to acquire their sources, they're given the opportunity to do so. We take our time in the library so that I can personally coach students through their actual search process.
How many sources should they find? Typically, I have a minimum number of sources students ought to incorporate into their paper, though I always encourage them to find more than the minimum simply because some sources don't end up fitting their task as well as they hoped.
Read and Annotate Sources. After students have acquired their sources, it's important to provide them time to adequately read them. Like the other steps, we spend time discussing what successful reading of research looks like, including note taking and annotations. And we again take time in class for students to do this task with me coaching them along the way.
By the time they've read each of their sources, they ought to have the following:
Outline. Now it's time to combine their knowledge and ideas with their research information. The outline is an essential part of the research composition process because it allows students to thoroughly draft out a plan for what their eventual paper will say. I tell students that often the outline is the toughest part, since this is where all the thinking and organization happens. If they do a good job on their outline, the rest of the process is relatively easy.
I give students both instructions and examples of what their outline ought to look like, so they feel comfortable knowing what they are working towards producing. The objective for the outline is to draft out what it is they'd like to include throughout their essay, and to write down the quotes and facts from their research that fits appropriately into each portion. I offer students advice and details for what types of content works well, but give them space to personally develop their own ideas. And of course, while they work in class, I individually coach them on their progress.
Draft. Once each student has composed an outline that integrates their ideas with the research they've found, they're ready to compose a formal draft. It's important to remind students that a draft is only a draft, and they're allowed to make mistakes and weaknesses to it as long as they're willing to commit to editing. Students here are given a chance to flesh out the ideas listed in their outline. Since this is where the formal composition begins and the planning ends, time in class includes a combination of instruction and writing time.
Edit the Draft. Students are largely done with their work, but the last phase is crucial. Now students must go over their initial draft – as well as your feedback – in detail. Sometimes when students think about "Editing," they think about "Grammar and punctuation," but this only scratches the surface. What students need to focus on varies by individual, but they may need to rearrange portions of their paper, find additional supportive research, refine an explanation or argument, add new points, clarify terms or details, and a host of elements depending on the assignment's goal. When they're satisfied with their product, it's time to turn it in.
Reflection. Sure, students have submitted their final draft, but reflecting on their process and product is crucial for rounding out the research task. We can spend time chatting publically with our class, completing surveys, or conferencing with students to help them think through what worked for them and what didn't. How confident do students feel about completing similar tasks in the future?
There are a few other elements about the process that I ought to mention. First, if this is students' first time completing a thorough research paper, then allow plenty of class time during class for each step along the process. Second, reinforce class work with opportunities to conference one-on-one with you throughout each step of the process. In addition to conferences, have class-wide discussions about the strategies and processes students engage in.
While I don't recommend giving separate grades for completing each individual step of the process, it might prove beneficial to give direct, written feedback to each student. This ensures that students stay on the right track and are given an opportunity to make appropriate adjustments as they go. And speaking of adjustments, students often ask, "Is it OK if I end up changing something?" The answer is always yes. What they propose always changes by the time they're done researching; what they outline always changes by the time they're drafting. Writing and research is a process of discovery, so students are encouraged to reflect those new ideas and discoveries in each step of their process.
My focus as an English teacher is on the synthesis of research and the composition of an original essay based on what they've learned. But what do you want your students to accomplish? Your product might look entirely different depending on the age and subject matter of your course.
So let this guide be more of an inspiration or hypothetical example than a strict dissertation on how research ought to be conducted. Consider how you can show students that completing a task of this depth requires a carefully wrought process and thoughtful, systematic commitment. Perhaps begin by first listing your own objectives for your students, and then design a research process that best helps students meet those goals.
What are your keys for successfully guiding students through the research process? Share your experiences with our community in the comments below!
Jordan Catapano is a high school English teacher in a Chicago suburb. In addition to being National Board Certificated and head of his school's Instructional Development Committee, he also has worked with the Illinois Association of Teachers of English and has experience as a school board member for a private school. You can follow him on Twitter at @BuffEnglish, or visit his website www.jordancatapano.us.


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Malaysia for beginners
For any traveller to a predominantly Muslim country such as Malaysia, the rules on alcohol availability and consumption are handy to know — not only for accessibility but for insight into cultural sensitivities as well. In Malaysia, people from the various non-Muslim cultures represented throughout the country also abide by certain rules so as not to insult their Muslim friends.
Though Malaysian law forbids Muslims from imbibing alcoholic beverages, the rest of the population is free to do so. Licensing laws for the sale of alcohol are regulated by local municipal councils, however, and will vary from state to state. Major tourist and metropolitan hubs, such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Baru and Melaka, generally have a more concentrated availability of retail sales of alcohol, but in more remote areas you may find that Chinese-Malaysian businesses are more apt to stock a selection of alcoholic beverages than others.
This is particularly the case in the northeastern states like Kelantan and Terengganu, where even a bottle of beer may be few and far between — and when you find it, don't be surprised if the price is significantly more than you are used to. Chinese restaurants and supermarkets are your best bet — and they'll often happily sell you takeaway as well — though not all guesthouses will allow you to bring alcohol into your room.
Licensed establishments, from neighbourhood minimarts to five-star hotels, will carry retail selections of beer, wine and spirits, but depending on the area, the 'supply' might actually be out of immediate sight and require a discreet inquiry. Although most Muslim-owned restaurants do not serve alcohol, a rare few bend the rules a bit by allowing customers to bring it in for personal use — this is more common in touristy regions. For etiquette's sake, use common sense and decide for yourself whether it's really a mealtime necessity.
The government of Malaysia has designated the islands of Tioman, Langkawi and Labuan as duty-free. Duty-free status extends to the import of cigarettes, chocolates and electronics as well as alcohol, and was never intended to encourage the masses to "party on".
If you head to one of the duty-free islands, you may still be in for a bit of a shock by the sticker price for cocktails (as well as with normal retail sale prices on the mainland). The Malaysian alcohol tax is one of the highest in the world; it brings in all-important tax revenue to the various states but has done little to stem or reduce consumption — Malaysia is the tenth largest consumer of alcohol worldwide.
A traditional local brew you may come across in Malaysia is tuak, made from fermented rice, and toddy, made from the sap of the flower of the coconut tree. These drinks are primarily used for festivals and special occasions and not with the intention of inebriation; some Muslims may drink them. Fortunately, unlike in Indonesia, there have been no cases reported in Malaysia of any alcohol poisoning of tourists. If offered any 'special beverages', especially if not part of a traditional gathering, however, do trust your instincts.


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Machine Tool Technology With Mr.Burkhart
Precision Machinists are highly skilled workers who provide tools, molds and special guiding and holding devices that are used to mass-produce a variety of metal and plastic parts. Machinists set up and operate all types of basic and advanced machine tools using precision measuring instruments. Machinist also create parts from hand held size to needing a semi to move. From as simple as a bolt to as complicated to a locomotive engine block. Through our program, students gain a basic understanding of machine tools, measuring instruments, metals and blueprint reading to prepare them for entry level positions in manufacturing.
Machinist- N. Person who operates a machine, specifically machine tools.
Machine Tools. N. Machines used for shaping or machining metal or other rigid materials using cutting tools.
Here is an example of machining using a 5 Axis HAAS Mill. https://youtu.be/wHstzxuryMk
Blueprint reading, understanding instructions, mental alertness with good eye-hand coordination are necessary ingredients for the Machine Tool Tech area. Machine work includes: lathe, milling machine, heat-treating, bench work, drill press, grinder, and band saw. In addition, the student is exposed to a Computerized Numerically Controlled (CNC) milling machine and a computerized turning center. This enables the student to learn current technology as it relates to computer-controlled machinery. Students who meet certain criteria are eligible to take NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) certification tests.Skills Taught:
- Orientation & safety
- Bench work and Layout
- Drill Press
- Engine lathe
- Operation and Programming of CNC Milling Machines
- Operation and Programming of CNC Turning Center
- Blueprint Reading
- Surface grinder
- Band saw
- Shop math
- Hardness testing
- Vertical Milling Machine
- Inspection Processes
Related Careers:
- Milling Machine Set-up & Operator
- Surface Grinder Operator
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machine Operator
- Horizontal Boring Mill Set-up & Operator
- All Around Machinist
- Engine Lathe Set-up & Operator
- Drill Press Set-up & Operator
About the Instructor
Mr. Burkhart is from the area, an alumni of Cranberry Jr./Sr. High School. He attended New Castle School of Trades and obtained an Associates in Specialized Technology for Machine Technology. Mr. Burkhart has experience in local industry as a Tool Grinder, Inspector, Vertical and Horizontal CNC Mill Machinist, and Tool and Die machinist.
Any questions, concerns or comments feel free to contact at, firstname.lastname@example.com or 814-493-6576


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This is day 9 that I have been at Camp Perry. Only now have I had 5 minutes to sit at my computer. Forgive me if I have typing errors for I am tired. Today happens to be day one of the World Long Range Championships. We had Opening Ceremonies this morning which had our… Read more »
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Four long days later I have arrived at Port Clinton, Ohio. Has it been that long? Yes, my tired and stiff body is telling me so. I will admit though, I was pleased with driving my Challenger (RIFLGAL) cross country. I had no issues what so ever. My dummy engine light came on somewhere in… Read more »
I can't believe it. It is here! The 2015 World Long Range Championships are finally here! It seems like I have been planning this for over a year. Oh yes, I guess I have been. This is the Olympics of long range shooting gang!!! So exciting!!! The US Palma Team and Palma Teams from around… Read more »
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The six hour drive to Colville, Washington seemed to take forever. But when you get there you quickly realize it was worth every mile. Situated in the north eastern section of our state, this is a gorgeous, mountainous region along the Columbia River. We signed up for a 3 day precision rifle clinic with instructor… Read more »
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Benton City, WA 110 degrees. At least it was a dry 110? To have this kind of heat in June in the NW is very unusual. Not as many people turned out for the match this year because of it, but the match still went on. We shot at the famous, or shall I say… Read more »
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My new chassis is here! My new chassis is here! Rumors of the Orias rifle chassis have been circulating long before ShotShow this year. MEGA Arms displayed a model in their booth with a projection of April being the release date. Well really they are only a couple of months off. Not bad for the… Read more »
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"Ask not what your sponsor can do for you! But what you can do for your sponsor!" If I had a dime for every time I was asked the question of how to get sponsorship, I would not need to be sponsored! There are so many people getting in to competitive sports right now. It… Read more »
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Camp Perry, Ohio – May 2015 Photo gallery below Last Fall I was fortunate and honored to be one of the chosen to represent the US for the 2015 World Long Range and Palma Championship. We had tryouts for those spots during Camp Perry Long Range and Fullbore Nationals. The team captain, coaches and adjutant… Read more »
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St. George, Utah – April 2015 It had been a while since I had shot a major 3gun match. Other than local matches I really think it was last November since my last big event. The Ladies ProAm was held at one of my favorite facilities, the Southern Utah Practical Shooting Range in Washington, Utah…. Read more »
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Marble Falls, TX Julianna Crowder, founder of A Girl and A Gun Club (AGAG) ran her 3rd annual national training conference this year at a new location in Marble Falls, TX. Last year Julianna asked me if I would run a long range clinic at this conference. Almost 300 women from around the country had… Read more »


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Properties in the priciest area of England and Wales can cost 25 times as much as in the cheapest area, according to analysis of 2016 property prices.
For the first time, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has analysed the cost of property prices in England and Wales by square metre – an area about the size of a red phone box – offering an interesting insight into the value of floor space.
Last year, the average cost of a property in England and Wales was £2,395 a square metre.
Unsurprisingly, 19 out of 20 of the most expensive properties per square metre were in London, with Kensington and Chelsea topping the list at £19,439. This is followed by the City of London (£17,371) and City of Westminster (£16,246). In the capital, properties were valued, on average, at £6,639 per square metre last year.
In contrast, South Wales and Lancashire are the cheapest places to buy a home. Homeowners in Blaenau Gwent in South Wales, enjoyed the same amount of space for just £777, with Merthyr Tydfil, Neath Port Talbot, Burnley and Hyndburn all having properties averaging at less than £1,000 per square metre.
Commenting on the data, Andy Sommerville, director at online search business Search Acumen, says it highlights how unaffordable property prices have become.
He says: "Today's figures crudely highlight the extent of the affordability crisis that is hindering the dream of home ownership for millions. To put today's figures into context, the average price per room in the UK is £57,065, double the average UK annual salary."
Russell Quirk, chief executive of online agent eMoov.co.uk, agrees that London prices per square metre are "astounding", but says it's not all bad.
"Of course, it is no surprise that an over-inflated London market leads the way in terms of highest price, despite a slowdown in price growth in recent times. £2,305 a square metre is a high price to pay to get on the UK ladder, but this research also shows that across England and Wales there are many far more affordable options," he says.
Flats have just got bigger
The ONS also reveals that new-build flats in England and Wales have got 18% bigger in the past three years, while new-build houses have remained around the same size.
Mr Quirk adds: "This data highlights a shift in the way we are living, with flats increasing in size as many adapt to this more affordable property type, with city living remaining a popular choice."
The value of an extension
The ONS data on property prices per square metre has also been used to create a tool, so homeowners can get an idea of how much extra floor space could be worth different areas of England and Wales, while bearing in mind that an extension's value would also depend on its design and quality of construction as well as the property's exact location.
For example, a small extension measuring 15 sq m in Blaenau Gwent would add £11,625 to the value of a property, while the same extra space in Kensington and Chelsea would inject an extra £269,820 into a property's value. You can try out the ONS' extension tool below:
The ONS says that, on average, a 15 sq m extension in England and Wales would add £35,445 in value, while a medium (25sq m) extension would add £59,075 and a large (35 sq m) extension put an extra £82,705 on to a property's value.
But before you get the builders in, Mr Quirk warns: "It's important to remember that the cost of an extension won't always translate into the same monetary value for the property as a whole.
"In a major city where space is tight, a loft extension can add real value, but outside of the city where there is an abundance of space, this isn't always the case."


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Unilever undeniably linked to removal of Bornean orangutan habitat
In this case, the company PT BHD is found on the list of suppliers and mills released by Unilever. This company remains closely associated with another company, PT PSM, which continues to aggressively eradicate the habitat of the Bornean orangutan in order to develop new palm oil plantations in Indonesian West Kalimantan's Ketapang regency.
Meanwhile, large-scale suppliers such as Wilmar, Apical, Cargill and IOI - whose supply chains are also linked to PT BHD - are suppliers of Unilever as well. As such, Unilever's supply chains, both directly and indirectly, are connected to the continuing elimination of the Bornean orangutan's habitat.
The close association between PT PSM and PT BHD was recently exposed by AidEnvironment Asia after conducting a legal verification process. Furthermore, foresthints.news also performed a similar investigation which produced the same verification results as those of AidEnvironment Asia.
These findings present Unilever with its first test as to how the consumer goods giant will be able to rid itself of those supply chains which, either directly or indirectly, are linked to the ongoing loss of the Bornean orangutan's habitat.
As previously reported by foresthints.news (Jan 11), AidEnvironment Asia shared the following photos, taken in November last year, showing how the habitat of the Bornean orangutan in PT PSM's palm oil concession is being destroyed. This destruction, it turns out, is linked to Unilever's supply chains both directly and indirectly.
Unilever sought to portray the disclosure of its suppliers and mills to public access for the sake of palm oil supply chain transparency as a 'radical step'.
However, what would truly represent a radical step is if Unilever decides to cut off its supply chains involving companies still engaged with clearing the habitat of the Bornean orangutan, including and especially the PT PSM palm oil concession.
On the other hand, if the removal of the Bornean orangutan's habitat at PT PSM continues while Unilever keeps sourcing from PT BHD, as well as from Wilmar, Apical, Cargill and IOI, the 'radical step' declared by Unilever is merely an example of greenwashing and a grossly misleading statement.
In this event, Unilever would be retaining supply chains still inherently associated with the clearing of relatively intact forests which are home to the Bornean orangutan, significant parts of which are spread across the PT PSM palm oil concession, as demonstrated in the photos below.
Contrasting milestones
Unilever considers that disclosing the suppliers and mills from which it sources, both directly and indirectly, "marks a major milestone in its continued drive for a more sustainable palm oil industry."
However, after studying the list of suppliers and mills published by Unilever, it is quite clear that this British-Dutch transnational company is making a huge profit from deforestation and peat destruction in Indonesia.
Accordingly, Unilever's effort at transparency concerning its suppliers and mills should also be seen as a milestone in comprehensively revealing just how many millions of hectares of land are subject to deforestation and peat destruction in Indonesia purely to serve business interests - actions which are causing the loss of both the Sumatran and Bornean orangutans' habitat.
To shed light on these destructive practices, the foresthints.news spatial team plans to publish a series of news reports, this being the first, exposing the recent and ongoing links of Unilever's supply chains to deforestation and peat destruction in Indonesia.


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We had us a wonderful time again in Switzerland. Thanks folks! You really know how to make us feel welcome there. Hope to be back again soon!
Now we're getting ready for the Gulpener Bluegrass Festival at De Parel van Zuilen, Utrecht. A great festival which is organised by our fiddling friend and honorary Boogieman Joost van Es. There's a lot of great bands from Holland and abroad and the headliners are none less than Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver. If you get the chance to attend, we suggest you take it!


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Titanium design removes OEM catalytic converter for closed course competition racing. Lightweight and simplistic, this system gives you everything you need, and nothing that you do not, with the Akrapovic quality we have all come to know and appreciate.
The part numbers below cannot be used in combination with this exhaust system:
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It began as a simple collection of toys of yesteryear, but quickly grew into a popular exhibit at the Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library in Little Rock. Now, thanks to the Vapor Valley Questers, these toys will now be given voice to explain their history to library visitors.
The Questers have arranged for 25 BeaconSage speakers, approximately the size of a silver dollar, to be positioned aside each featured toy. Aristotle, an award-winning interactive agency with headquarters in Little Rock, will be managing the production of the accompanying website, downloads, toy vocals and additional texted historic information.
Jane Parker, Hot Springs Village resident, donated many toys, including Raggedy Ann and Andy. "Believed to be early edition 1933, when I was born and both dolls were redressed in clothes which my grandmother made for them. Original clothes are in the doll trunk which accompanies them," said Parker.
Quester member, Mary Ellen Gardner, offered her favorite doll. "I played with this doll and especially liked her roller skates and clothes closet. None of my girlfriends had anything like it," said Gardner.
Gardner researched the history of each endowment which will be included in the vocal and written history of each toy.
Gardner's investigations included details on Playskool. Founded in 1928 by a former Milwaukee, Wisconsin, school teacher, Lucille King, her creations were various wooden prototypes aimed at education for preschool and kindergarten-age children. Within two years, Playskool created more than 40 wooden toys.
Training and production of the BeaconSage speakers is in progress and full installation; applications are scheduled for completion by the end of summer. Funding for the project was enabled by a grant given the local chapter by the National Questers and local donations.
Hot Springs Village donors include Bill Berry, Patricia Brandt, Patricia Coffman, Pat Cuba, Lois Decker, Janet Ferris, Mary Ellen Gardner, Shirley Guest, Gretchen Hewitt, Deanna Hicklin, Rose Jackson, Sheila Lee, Gloria Lyda, Marna Morissette, Jane Parker, Carol Payne, Toni Phillips, Pat Poole, Roberta Pope, Jan Rich, David and Gail Salmen, Helen Seekatz, Barbara Shurtleff and Catherine Ann Cowan Wedwick. Donors from Hot Springs include Jimmie Jones and Nita Ridgway.
Other donors who generously donated memorabilia included Rose Chojnacki, Aurora, Colorado; Bruce Fox, Bella Vista, Arkansas; Paul and Amy Jenkins, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; Thelma Poole, Bryant, Arkansas; and Mary Sharrah, Van Buren, Arkansas.
International Questers started in 1944 when Elizabeth Bess Bardens passed an antique store on her lunch break where she bought a syrup pitcher. The pitcher launched a discussion group which grew rapidly and now has 721 chapters in 43 states and two Canadian provinces, touting more than 11,260 members.
A nonprofit organization, HSV's Vapor Valley Questers research antiques, share discoveries and help to preserve and restore buildings and historic sites. Funding for their preservation and research is generated by local members and fundraising activities.
For more information, visit www.arkansas questers.com.


text: Updating the exterior of this home was just the beginning. Key Builders' craftsmanship and service left these homeowners wanting more. Moving inside, excellent design and custom details have transformed the early 90's Kitchen and Family Room. We opened up the space by relocating the fireplace, now the Kitchen and Family Room flow with beautiful distressed wood flooring. Swapping out the traditional golden oak cabinets for contemporary dark stained cherry has revitalized this home. We invite you to stop by and see the "before" pictures and enjoy the finished product. This project is a prime example of: "Where Luxury and Value are Built."


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As Hurricane Sandy churns north, with the tri-state area possibly in its path Sunday night into Tuesday, officials want everyone to be prepared. Here are some helpful links and tips.
FEMA's emergency preparedness page is here.
There are three hurricane zones in New York City. Find out if you live in one by going here. If you don't live in an evacuation zone but live in a high-rise building, you need to be prepared to take shelter on or below the 10th floor. High-rise buildings may space special risks during hurricanes, officials say.
The entire evacuation zone map is here. WNYC has a more detailed map on its site here.
If you live in New Jersey, plan your evacuation route here. For Nassau County information, check here.
For Suffolk information, including shelters, go here. You can also sign up for Suffolk County emergency alerts, known as CodeRed, here.
You can download the Red Cross hurricane app here.
No matter where you live, officials say everyone should assemble an emergency supply kit (including a gallon of drinking water per person per day, nonperishable foods, a can opener, a first-aid kit, a flashlight, a battery-operation radio and extra batteries, a whistle, iodine tablets, personal hygiene items, a phone that does not rely on electricity, and child care supplies).
Those who live in an evacuation zone also need to:
- prepare a disaster plan (determine how to locate and communicate with family members, and make sure the home is properly insured);
- know where to go (finding friends or family to stay with outside the evacuation zone, or report to a hurricane shelter);
- keep a small "go bag" ready (which should include copies of important documents in a waterproof container; extra sets of keys; copies of credit and ATM cards; $50 to $100 in cash; up-to-date medication information and other essential personal items; first-aid kit; contact and meeting information for family members; child care supplies).
You can make sure you've got everything with this handy checklist.
Homeowners should secure their properties. Storm shutters are the best type of protection, but if you don't have those, board up windows with marine plywood. Additional clips or straps are recommended to secure roofs.
Bring in loose, lightweight objects such as lawn furniture, potted plants, garbage cans, garden tools and toys. Anchor objects that would be unsafe outside, such as gas grills or propane tanks. Close up and secure patio umbrellas, and secure retractable awnings.
Remove aerial antennas and satellite television dishes.
Trees and shrubs around your home should also be well-trimmed. Also remember to clear your gutters.
New York state offers all-hazard alerts through NY-ALERT (sign up at nyalert.gov). The city offers the latest information on nyc.gov or at 311.
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I'm a firm believer of family time and one of our most favorite things to do is play games together. Games are fun but they also encourage communication, a great way to learn sportsmanship, and make for healthy competition.
Tips for a successful family game night include:
- 1) Make it a priority! Mark the date on the calendar and make sure everyone understands that it's a family date and not to make other plans.
- 2) Add some variety to your game night. As long as everyone gets to participate and spend that time with each other, it really doesn't matter what game it is.
- 3) Turn off ALL cell phones and TVs.
- 4) Have snacks and beverages already made and easily accessible.
- 5) Know the rules. Make sure everyone understands the rules beforehand to prevent arguments later. It always happens..lol
Our favorite games are Scattergories, Monopoly, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Trivial Pursuit, and Dominoes. Not only does Walmart have low prices on their games right now, they have also provided some fun ideas on how you can turn your family game night into a theme!
- Rock n'Roll Night—Turn your living room into a 50's diner for Rock n' Roll Night. The family could play include Twister, watch one of the two High School Musical movies, pull out those old tunes and serve diner themed foods like milk shakes and classic hot dogs.
- Double Trouble Night—Turn family night into trouble fun by playing the infamous Trouble game and bending the rules such as eating with your fingers. Then relax around the TV to watch your favorite Pirates of the Caribbean movie and see how everyone's favorite pirates get in and out of trouble
- Special Mission Night—This night is about solving puzzle and using your smarts to uncover a mystery. Create or solve puzzles, play Pictureka and consider adding in a movie like National Treasure. Secret receipts of creative snacks might also be revealed!
- Day of the Week Family Night Kit—For a Sweet Tooth Sunday. Walmart would provide the board game Candyland as well as the sugary sweet movie Pollyanna along soda and makings for a homemade ice cream sundaes.
What are YOUR favorite games to play? What fun themes can you come up with?
What did we play this weekend? MONOPOLY of course! I think that Hasbro makes some of the best games out there.


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- Hisbride2015
- 6 years ago
- Wedding: July 2015
I need some serious advice because I do believe I just had my first zilla moment.
Today I went to make a payment on my venue balance and I stadted talking to the coordinator about amounta of chairs at the table and somehow the talk turned to linens when I told her my planner will be providing the linens, she gave a me a confused look and said that linens must be purchased through the venue and it is listed in our contract. I dnot remember seeing that when we signed, but sure enough there it was. I asked about an exception and was they would lose their contract with the vendor. So I call my planner and told her what happened and she responded" tell them you bought them already" I said I did and explained the rest. My planner then said she probably cannot cancel since they were already ordered and she would not get HER money back which confused me because we paid $700 dollars for a linen rental. She said she will see what can be done and I said if there is a cancellation fee we will pay it, but again out wedding is 11 months away how hard can it be to cancel this rental? Plus can someone help me understand what money she lost?


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Focus: The Cure To Overcome Overwhelm
When work and family/friend 'obligations' pile up and every job feels equally important, overwhelm can take over. Overwhelm typically sounds like this: "I can't do it all (and everything seems equally important) so I won't do anything. On second thought, I'll start one job and quickly move on to another without finishing the first! Then, I'll become frustrated, eat unhealthy food and call myself names for not accomplishing the tasks that need my attention." I have a few suggestions for you (that have worked for my clients) that will get you re-focused and feeling rejuvenated.
Checklist To Overcome Overwhelm
- Start Somewhere: Pick one task to focus on first. Just getting in the flow will help you stop overthinking and under-acting and build momentum. Choose a task that has a looming deadline or provides the highest value moving forward.
- Take Control: You can't control people or the unforeseen future but you can control yourself and your perspective on your present situation. You've got this!
- Guard Your Energy: Take care of the tasks that drain your energy because you're not dealing with them. Deal with them and regain your ability to focus.
- Reach Out: Ask for help where needed. This is not a sign of being incompetent but rather humble and self aware.
- Implement a Routine: Structure is vital to regaining focus and a strong foundation. In your weekly planner (or mind if you have the self control and personal motivation) prioritize your top values first. These are usually activities that make you feel your best. For example: Exercise, Time for romance, friendships and work that makes you feel passionate.
- Set Boundaries: Stop giving your time away to anyone and everyone! You and your time are just as valuable as other people and their time.
What helps YOU stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling refreshed? I'd love to hear one of your secrets below!
Amy Englemark teaches strategies to Boost Health, Wealth and Free Time to Entrepreneurs, Community and Business Leaders. Get Amy's 3 Step System to Boost your Time and Productivity at: www.amyenglemark.com. For Proven Tools to zap stress, free up your time and boost your income, Like Amy Englemark Coaching on Facebook and Follow her on LinkedIn at: Amy Englemark.
Reprinted with permission from Amy Englemark.


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- 11 → Guest Writers
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text: This Year's Star-studded British Christmas Adverts 11/30/2016 Comments in Culture by Carmen Croghan Christmas advertisements are highly anticipated and closely scrutinized in the UK. So we took a look at this year's offerings and found a celebrity trend. Check out which familiar faces and voices contributed their talents as retail spokespersons and conveyors of holiday cheer.


text: 16 June 2017 / Categories: Cloud, Data Backup, Document Management, Document Storage, Financial Services, General, Management Records Is your insurance data ready for blockchain technology? Blockchain technology is here and could fundamentally change the way in which leading insurance institutions conduct their business. With increased computer power, breakthroughs in cryptography, and the discovery and use of new algorithms comes great responsibility. The distributed digital ledgers created by the technology are revolutionising how information is gathered and communicated. They provide a way of managing and securing digital relationships and transactions as part of a system or record created within a layer of the internet. But how many insurance businesses are ready? To tap into this ground-breaking and possibly game-changing technology, all documentation needs to be in a digital format. Paper documentation is not easy to update and manipulate and is no longer cost-effective. Having all papers scanned and turned into digital copies is key to modernisation, and gets your business ready for the adoption of technologies like Blockchain and the distributed digital ledger. Blockchain is the world's leading software platform for digital assets. It is a decentralised, distributed database that is used to maintain a continuously growing list of records. It is used to record transactions across many computers so that the record cannot be altered retroactively without the alteration of all subsequent blocks and the consensus of the network - thus providing excellent immutability and hence high levels of security. Not only do Blockchains eliminate security risks associated with centrally held data, but they are particularly suitable for records management activities, identity management, transaction processing and documenting provenance. For example, a blockchain accelerator would manage the transfer of ownership of any digital or physical asset (house, vehicle, equity etc.) through registration in the blockchain register. The identity of the seller and buyer, the unique identifier of the asset and the timestamp associated with the transaction are guaranteed and cannot be modified. Other costly processes can also be streamlined with solutions being developed to facilitate the automation of premium calculations, appraisal management and the settlement of some claims, whilst ensuring end-user transparency. Audit trails become clearer too with access to claims, and claims histories, also becoming more transparent. So where to start? Accurate data input is crucial to the speedy management of insurance claims forms. By scanning claims forms and extracting the data straight into your claims handling software, this part of the process can be streamlined and avoids inaccuracies due to human error. Once scanned, information flows easily from one area of your business to another. Files can be checked out, sent digitally and incorporated into automated workflows so that valuable time is not wasted. Information can be extracted and integrated into a distributed digital ledger at a later date. The important thing is that it is all digitised. Restore Scan is able to support insurance companies with their move to full digitisation and has proven expertise. At one of our existing insurance client scanning sites, our team scan approximately 21,000 pieces of incoming claim forms and related documentation from brokers and underwriters each month and upload them into the client's underwriting system within four hours of receipt. Speed, accuracy, reliability and flexibility are guaranteed. The key document scanning services we provide to the insurance sector include: claim forms scanning, slip scanning and back archive scanning. Taking the step to outsource these jobs to a recognised industry supplier, like Restore Scan, means time can otherwise be spent on preparing your business for the digital future ahead. Getting your data ready for the future is crucial. Getting on-board with blockchain technology is profitable. Getting in touch with Restore Scan is the way to go. Print Tags: Blockchain Technology digitisation Insurance Industry Restore Scan Security


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These are my for fun projects. I mean, they're all good fun, but these are for giggles.
So far I have blogged about my anatomical heart dress.
And this one. Which is made of bacon (fabric. Nothing weird or anything)
And because you're never too old for such things, these are my toy stories!
Check out Morris
Teddy Bear
Rhinos. Uh huh!


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Now on View in the Howard Pyle Galleries Through November 27
June 28, 2016
The stories of childhood leave an indelible impression, and their author always has a niche in the temple of memory from which the image is never cast out… – Howard Pyle
In this tale, a fox infiltrates a poultry-yard. In the first illustration, he smiles innocently as a gosling delivers a tirade against his mentor, the imposing and annoyed-looking cock, who has made the mistake of smugly encouraging his protégé to offer some useful criticism of his character. In the second drawing, the fox makes a theatrical gesture of horror as the cock—feathers flying—attacks the disloyal gosling. The story goes on to relate how the fox obsequiously sympathizes with the cock and then lures him to bring the flock to a secluded spot in the forest where they will enjoy independence from their human captors. Pyle's final line sums up the result: "None of them ever returned again…yet it was rumored…that the crafty fox was subsisting entirely upon the little community."
The anthropomorphized wily fox was a staple of the European and British folklore that Pyle enjoyed as a child. Here he dresses him in a checkered suit, probably an adaptation of the traditional Harlequin and Joker costumes associated with a nimble trickster and later with the carnival barker. The cock sports an elegant frock coat and, to emphasize his cruelty, spurs. The wide-eyed, defenseless gosling "wears" only his sparse down.
The theme of self-confident conceit brought down by clever manipulation was typical in the moralizing children's literature of the period. Pyle broadens the point by casting the plot in political terms. The cock is seduced by the flattery that he is "of superior station…and aristocratic breeding… and blood." The fox is able to persuade him with observations that he has "the very makings of a king or even an emperor." Thrilled with the idea that he might become a "prominent politician," the cock blindly follows the fox to the forest.
In 1876, when he created these illustrations, the 23-year-old Pyle moved from Wilmington to New York City hoping to launch his career as an illustrator and writer. The dual ambition set him apart, as few other illustrators of the day were aiming for authorship as well as art. "The Crafty Fox," one of several short animal fables that Pyle wrote and illustrated for the children's magazine St. Nicholas from 1877 to 1879, would be among the first of many stories he both wrote and illustrated.
For two years, Pyle's letters to his family reflected the uncertainty of his income in the highly competitive publishing world and his eagerness to improve his skills with further practice, both in classes at the newly founded Art Students League and by working closely with publishers' staff artists and engravers who readied his drawings for print. By 1879, Pyle was convinced, correctly as it turned out, that he could manage his career from his native Wilmington. In his studio there, he produced over 3,000 illustrations before his death in 1911.
Mary F. Holahan
Curator of Illustration / Curator of Outlooks Exhibitions
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