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A draft of Glasgow's Strategic Plan for Cycling 2015 – 2025 has just been released by Glasgow City Council (GCC) for comment (http://bit.ly/1fewH91) and, being of the cycling persuasion, I did not need to be asked twice. So yellow marker in hand (digital variety of course) I set forth to give it a review. I would like to say that I have completed my critique but I am afraid that my thought processes have stumbled before getting past the introduction.
Let me explain. The very first diagrams in the introduction are a pair of graphs. The upper shows the number of cyclists to/from the city centre for the years 2007-2014, the lower the shows the length in kilometres of Glasgow's cycle network for a similar period. Happily both show nice positive trends and the implication is clear, increased kilometres of cycle network leads to more cyclists. This message is reinforced by the large caption "Glasgow cycle network increased by 160% since 2006". Ah, I hear the more cynical of you say, evidence of correlation is not evidence of causation, and I applaud your caution.
To deconstruct these diagrams let's look at what GCC means by cycle network, for which it claims to have 305km in 2015. Let's be fair to GGC, deciding what is part of a cycle network is down to definition. So what does GCC define as cycle network? The most recent GCC document I have seen depicting Glasgow's cycle routes is dated 2013 and gives Glasgow's network as 301km (http://bit.ly/1JRLXoU). Does it convince me that we had 301km of cycle routes in this year? In a word, "no". In fact I might go as far as to say that the number 301km is fanciful when you look at the categories.
- Bus corridor 83.4km
- On road calmed/low traffic 40.4km
- On road demarcated/signed 20.6km
- Shared surface 83.0km
- Off road park route/leisure route 70.5km
- Segregated 3.3km
Let's consider the "off road park route/leisure" routes first. These include all the small paths within Glasgow's parks and there is almost no path too small or too muddy for exclusion from this category. The 2013 map clearly figures paths in Pollok and Linn Parks which are virtually impossible to cycle. More importantly, Glasgow's "Management Rules Regulating Public Parks" (shown at every park entrance) stipulate that all vehicles, including cycles, must be ridden at a maximum speed of 5mph. I don't know about you, but I find it near impossible to consistently cycle so slowly. We should thank the city fathers of the 19th and 20th century for creating these walking routes. We are now allowed to (very slowly) cycle on them but it's ludicrous for GCC of the 21st century to claim them as additions to the cycle network.
What about "bus corridors"? On one level one can cavil at a route that places cyclists in the same lanes used by professional drivers with schedules to maintain, but on the other hand, if the lanes were not there, cyclists would not only be sharing the routes with the buses and taxis, but all the other vehicular traffic. Arguably some benefit therefore accrues to cyclists. So 83.4km then? Not so fast GCC. 83.4km is indeed the length of the bus corridors, but what is not so well understood is that bus lanes only constitute a fraction of a total bus corridor, For example, the Maryhill bus corridor is 5.3km in length, but bus lanes are only in place for 25% of the total length. Large sections of Maryhill Road are full-on dual carriageway, but every kilometre of bus corridor is entered by GCC into the Cycle Network. Examination of other bus corridors on GoogleEarth similarly shows that large sections are devoid of actual bus lanes. Short of measuring every meter of actual bus lane it's hard to determine the exact fraction of bus lanes in the bus corridors, but a value of 25% is going to be approximately correct overall. So, dear reader, what do you think? Is it reasonable that every kilometre of bus corridor is assigned into the category of Cycle Network or would perhaps a number nearer 21km be more accurate?
The "on road demarcated/signed category" (20.6km) is also dubious. What does this mean other than some white paint has been put down and signs erected saying "cycle this way"? Similarly for "on road calmed/low traffic" (40.4km). Almost no money has been spent on these and yet they are touted as evidence that the council has been fulfilling the needs of wants and needs of cyclists.
Consideration of the "shared surface" class (83.0km) of the Cycle Network has a happier outcome. Some of these paths are actually quite good and include pleasant routes such as the Kelvin Way, the Clyde Walkway, the NCN7 to Balloch and the Forth and Clyde Canal. Other routes in this category are less attractive and comprise footpaths designated as shared use next to main roads. As a general statement, however, nice as these routes can be, the key word is "shared". If you are going out for an afternoon's ride they are great. If you are trying to go somewhere to a schedule they are poor as you have to negotiate with people on foot, and as any cyclist will tell you, dogs have little understanding of how to stay to the side of a path to let a cyclist by.
This just leaves the "segregated routes" and arguably only these, all 3.3km of them as of 2013, can be counted as true cycle routes. 3.3km is better than none but given that Glasgow has a total of about 2000km of roads, it does show that we have a very long way to go.
I said at the outset, what constitutes the Cycle Network is open to definition but in my opinion GCC have pushed the definitions far beyond their natural limits. I suggest that only the following can truly be included into Glasgow's Cycle Network: ~25% of the bus corridor (21km), the shared surface routes (81.0km), with the caveat that they are mainly leisure routes, and the segregated routes (3.3km). The on road calmed/low traffic/calmed/low traffic routes are not necessarily bad to cycle, some are fine, but when you look at the actuality, they are just roads and not of sufficient status to be truly included as part of a cycle network. As a double check on my total network number of 105.3km, OpenStreetMap independently gives a total of 89km, which interestingly is referenced by GCC on their Open Data pages (http://bit.ly/1GKdlmr). Do they not believe the 305km number themselves?
This brings me back to my original concern about the juxtaposition of the two graphs showing the apparent year-on-year increase in the cycle network and number of cyclists going in/out of the city. If the length of cycle network is erroneous then the increase in cycle numbers is a result of other factors, and the increase has happened despite, rather than because of, efforts by GCC to improve cycle facilities.
So, GCC, nice try at a bit of spin, but no cigar. Now I have that clarified, I will now set forth again to review the draft consultation.


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Every diver with a camera can be an ambassador for the planet
The Gulf of California, a narrow 700 mile-long sea that splits Baja California and mainland Mexico, is home to over 800 species of fish, 2,000 invertebrates, a host of marine mammals such as whales, dolphins, orcas, sea lions, and large numbers of mobula rays. Also known as the Sea of Cortez, the region boasts 256,000 hectares of mangroves, 600,000 hectares of wetlands, and 70% of Mexican fisheries. Simply put, this area is one of the most productive ocean regions in the world. But it is under threat.
A few decades ago, the Bay of La Paz, which lies at the southwestern end of the Gulf, boasted countless hammerhead sharks, giant manta rays, and pristine rocky reefs. Some explorers claimed that the diving was even better than the Galápagos and Cocos. Studies in the late 1970s documented hammerhead schools of over 200 individuals at El Bajo, an unprotected seamount located off Espiritu Santo Island, just north of La Paz. As the famous oceanographer Sylvia Earle once said, "There were so many hammerheads as stars in the sky."
Experts can see the effects commercial fishing and global warming are having on the rocky reefs. The marine megafauna has decreased hugely, taking many endemic species to the brink of extinction. While there are efforts to stop the trend, we are certainly working against the clock. There are many organizations around the Baja Peninsula that are trying to reverse decades of exploitation.
The Gulf of California is one of the most productive ocean regions in the world, but it is under threat
Big Issues Need Big Solutions
Cabo Pulmo, a national marine park at the eastern cape of southern Baja California is an area that once suffered from overfishing, but thanks to active participation in management and surveillance, it is in very good condition today. Although it is normal for no-take marine reserves like Cabo Pulmo to exhibit increases in biomass after designation, the increases at Cabo Pulmo are believed to be the largest recorded by scientists.
Since 1995, when it was designated as a marine protected area (MPA), Cabo Pulmo has experienced a remarkable resurgence of marine life. Total fish biomass within its boundaries has increased by more than four times. The biomass of top predators has increased by more than 11 times. Both of these trends strongly counter those for fish populations elsewhere in the Gulf. In unprotected areas, biomass has remained level or decreased.
The biomass of top predators in Cabo Pulmo National Park has increased by more than 11 times, making it one of the most successful MPAs in the world
The creation of Cabo Pulmo was a decision made by the local community. In the decades preceding the MPA designation, the local community used to be very fishing-dependent. The founders of the town were pearl oyster divers, and later they exploited sharks and reef fish species such as groupers and snappers. When they overexploited the resources on their reefs, they had to start traveling to other areas of Baja California to fish. The community requested the designation of the park to stop the degradation of coral habitats and to help the reef ecosystem recover.
Since then, several locally owned, small-scale tourism operations have grown and thrived because of the park and have economically benefited from the recovered ecosystem. Ten years after the designation, the presence of top predators in Cabo Pulmo proves that this marine reserve represents a success story for the recovery of sharks in the Gulf of California.
Cabo Pulmo represents a success story for the recovery of sharks in the Gulf of California
Teaming Up with Scientists or an NGO
Some organizations offer unique opportunities for scuba divers and photographers who want to get involved in conservation efforts. Through citizen science programs, divers are able to support scientists in their research—whether in the Sea of Cortez or elsewhere. And taking part in ocean-related research gives you photographic opportunities you might not otherwise have.
Some organizations offer unique opportunities for scuba divers and photographers who want to get involved in conservation efforts
In La Paz, many NGOs are tackling different conservation challenges:
- Pelagios Kakunjá is a group of dedicated scientists doing the hard work on the front lines to build the scientific case for further ocean protection, promoting shark conservation and advocating for MPAs. Their telemetry data of migrating populations of sharks and manta rays were instrumental in the Mexican government's decision to permanently expand a no-take MPA at the Revillagigedo Archipelago (Socorro Islands) from just 12 square miles to 57,000 square miles. You can support Pelagios Kakunjá during one of their citizen science expeditions to Socorro Islands, Guadalupe Island, and the Sea of Cortez.
During citizen science programs, divers are able to support scientists in their research to Socorro Islands, Guadalupe Island, and the Sea of Cortez
- MAR LIBRE – Rescatando Nuestros Arrecifes y Manglares (Free Sea – Rescuing Our Reefs and Mangroves) is a group run entirely by volunteers that give talks about solid waste management and environmental education in schools throughout La Paz, in addition to coordinating monthly community coastal cleanups of local reefs and mangrove estuaries since 2015. They encourage zero consumption of styrofoam containers, single-use plastics, and plastic bags.
MAR LIBRE has been organizing monthly coastal cleanups of local reefs and mangrove estuaries since 2015
- Espiritu Santo es Parte de Ti (Espíritu Santo Is Part of You) is a local grassroots campaign that aims to involve the La Paz community in the recovery of reef fish populations in Espíritu Santo National Park. The campaign helps create a sense of community pride in natural resources and advocates for responsible fish consumption. They encourage people to avoid consuming species that are critical to the health of the reef ecosystem, particularly reef grazers such as parrotfish. The campaign also works to help the authorities eliminate illegal fishing in the park.
- Red De Observadores Ciudadanos (ROC) is the first citizen-driven watch group in the bay of La Paz and a platform where citizens work together with the authorities to promote surveillance actions and the proper use of resources in the Espíritu Santo National Park. The ROC patrol boat, which does night and day patrols in the bay, is run by ex-poachers who are used to running boats at night and know where the illegal boats fish.
Taking part in ocean-related research gives you photographic opportunities you might otherwise never have
Follow and Share a Code of Conduct
- Practice expert buoyancy control and don't stress wildlife. Sometimes, when you want to get the shot, you might work with a subject a bit longer than the animal is comfortable with. It's best to get a few shots and then move on.
- Be a responsible and informed diver. Make sure that your dive center or hotel is committed to, and practicing, environmentally friendly business. Alternatively, call the owner or manager and ask them about their recycling practices, water use policies, and so on. Every little bit helps, and can shift mindsets.
- Be a responsible consumer. Use little plastic, limit water use, try to purchase locally sourced foods whenever possible, take your bike instead of the car whenever possible, and of course, always recycle. But also understand what can and can't be recycled, as each recycling center has unique requirements and capabilities. Most do not have the manpower to sort through everyone's rubbish. Oftentimes, mixing up recyclable and non-recyclable materials leads to the dumping in the landfill of the entire contents of your bag.
- Support marine conservation and become a citizen scientist. You can make a difference, whether doing fish surveys or helping to eradicate invasive species, helping with coral restoration or beach and harbor cleanups. You could also go to your kid's school to give a talk and slide show of the many creatures you have encountered and photographed underwater.
Be a responsible consumer
Conservation Through Imagery
The plain truth is, the vast majority of the population will never descend below the waves. Without imagery, it would be very difficult to garner support for the preservation of life in our seas. It is always said that an image is worth a thousand words, and for the underwater realm, this couldn't be truer. Nowadays, every diver with a camera, whether shooting video or stills, has a great opportunity to be an ambassador for the planet—a voice for those beings that don't have one.
The oceans remain a huge unknown extension of the world—mankind knows more about outer space than about this barely explored "inner" space. By sharing underwater images with the non-diving community, we can create an appreciation for the underwater environment. It's a way to bring the sea to everyone's doorstep.
A school of mobula rays in the Sea of Cortez
For example, documenting the huge mating aggregations of mobula rays in La Paz Bay is a great challenge. Every year, during the months from February to June, thousands of devil rays (Mobula munkiana) tend to form large schools in and around the bay, with individuals jumping high out of the water with some amazing acrobatic moves. New ecotourism activities (night dives at Ensenada Grande in Espiritu Santo Island), which draw in many underwater photographers, have led to the recognition of their importance in the ecosystem. Since the locals have found a sustainable way to use this resource, their conservation efforts have resulted in improvements in fishing regulations.
Despite the technical and artistic aspects of photography, anyone with a camera in the right place at the right time has the opportunity to document natural phenomena that can help raise awareness with the general public, and most importantly, increase the limited knowledge we have about our seas and their inhabitants. On the other hand, photography is also a powerful tool to document the harm we have waged on the sea—or any ecosystem for that matter.
There are many, many ways that you can have a positive impact. Doing your part is really quite simple and can be contagious. And if you do break a sweat, it will be well worth it!
Divers and photographers can get involved in conservation issues through volunteering their time and photography skills
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ReNew Power Ventures Pvt. Ltd has agreed to acquire three fully operational wind power assets of the KC Thapar Group having a total capacity of 103 MW.
According to a press statement by HSA Advocates, the legal adviser to KC Thapar Group, ReNew Power picked up a 100% stake in KCT Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd for Rs 1,000 crore ($153 million).
The KCT Group, which has business interests across sectors, including coal, engineering equipment, container and allied products, real estate, manufacturing and aquaculture, had put its wind energy assets on block, and had received bids from a dozen Indian and foreign entities.
The power plants are located in Kurnool and Anantapur districts of Andhra Pradesh – two projects of 40MW and 39.1MW in Molagavalli village of Kurnool, and a 24 MW project in Anantapur's Borampalli village.
ReNew Power, which had acquired three companies last year, has been looking at growing inorganically to consolidate its leadership position in India's rapidly evolving renewable energy space.
In July 2016, the company had taken over Helios Infratech's 180 MW wind power project in Andhra Pradesh, besides picking up 100% stakes in Ahmedabad-based renewable energy company Veer Energy and Infrastructure, and four solar projects of Vikram Power Ventures.
According to the company website, the Sumant Sinha-led ReNew Power has over 3,500 MW of commissioned and under-construction clean energy capacity across 16 states in India.
ReNew Power counts Goldman Sachs, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Asian Development Bank and Global Environment Fund as its investors, besides Japan's JERA Co., which had pumped in $200 million in February for a 10% stake at a valuation of $2 billion.
Goldman Sachs had backed the company in 2011 and had subsequently taken part in funding rounds in 2013 and 2014. It is the lead investor in ReNew Power with $370 million in investments, while Global Environment Fund has invested $35 million in the renewable energy producer. It is also planning to go public by mid-2018, to allow Goldman Sachs to trim its stake in the company.
Deals in renewable energy sector
The renewable energy sector in India has witnessed several deals since 2015, when the government set the ambitious target of 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022. India's renewable energy capacity was at 60.1 GW as of 30 September , according to the Central Electricity Authority.
While companies such as Tata Power Co. are ramping up their renewable energy capacity, a number of private equity firms, including IDFC Alternatives and Actis, have also built large portfolios of wind and solar power projects.
In August , Singapore-based Sembcorp Industries Ltd had agreed to take full control of Sembcorp Green Infra Ltd by acquiring the stake of IDFC Private Equity Fund III for Rs 1,410.2 crore ($220 million).
In July, IDFC Alternatives, through its green energy platform Vector Green Energy Ltd, had agreed to acquire 190 MW of solar power assets across seven projects in India from US-based First Solar Group and its local affiliates.
The same month also saw private equity giant Warburg Pincus investing $100 million in Mumbai-based rooftop solar projects developer CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
International Finance Corporation, the World Bank's private-sector investment arm, too, emerged as one of the prominent investors in the sector. Last year, it had invested $125 million in Hero Future Energies, besides backing Azure Power and providing debt funding to Actis-backed Ostro Energy.
In March, Leap Green Energy Pvt. Ltd, a renewable energy firm majority owned by JPMorgan Asset Management, had agreed to buy the entire operational wind power capacity of Inox Renewables Ltd.
In June 2016, Tata Power had signed an agreement to buy the renewable energy business of Welspun Group for $1.4 billion.


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Seven "Made in the UAE" fuel-efficient cars designed by engineering students from leading universities took part in a Shell-hosted historic test run at the prestigious Yas Marina South Circuit in Abu Dhabi. The cars are designed and built by students from five UAE-based universities who will participate in the Shell Eco-marathon competition taking place in Manila, 6-9 February 2014.
All teams successfully completed the test run in the presence of senior Shell officials lead by Andrew Vaughan, Vice President and Country Chairman Abu Dhabi and including Mike Evans, Formula 1 Fuels Project Leader, and Colin Chin, Technical Director Shell Eco-marathon Asia, who presented team members of each participating school to senior UAE officials and the media.
"I am delighted to introduce such a talented group of young engineers who represent a beacon of progress for the country and region's ongoing quest for sustainable energy and to witness the fruit of their hard work, with seven 'Made in the UAE' cars getting ready to take part in the global Shell Eco-marathon next year in Manila," said Vaughan Vice President and Country Chairman Abu Dhabi.
In recognition of the students' efforts Vaughan said, "The participation of five UAE universities in this year's Eco-marathon initiative, a five-fold increase on last year, is a tribute to the commitment of the leadership to knowledge and progress. These universities are enabling the country's future leaders to not only join but shape the global dialogue on energy efficiency and smarter mobility. We look forward to hosting these teams in Manila in 2014 and to more and more teams joining the Eco-marathon in the near future."
Shell technical teams work with the student teams supporting all the stages of vehicle development from inception to construction.
"Getting students to not only think about fuel efficient vehicles, but to design, build, test and refine them is what will bring about positive sustainable change for the future. At Shell we see it as our responsibility to help support educators and create initiatives where students can put these solutions on the road," said Evans Formula 1 Fuels Project Leader.
In countries across the Middle East, the number of vehicles on the road is increasing annually and finding solutions today that increase vehicle energy efficiency is critical for future generations.
In recognition that cleaner energy and energy conservation are critical issues to the UAE's sustainable growth and development plans, every team aspired to conceptualise a fuel-efficient car that will have a positive impact on the transportation industry of tomorrow.
"The Shell Eco-marathon has been an amazing experience and we are so pleased to share the learning with the teams from the other UAE universities. To be able to test our cars on Abu Dhabi's Formula 1 track and to travel the road driven on by the racing world's legends is a dream come true. We look forward to representing the UAE with our cars at the Shell Eco-marathon 2014 Manila race," said Abdulaziz Khadem, team leader, Al Ruwais College.
Shell Eco-marathon is one of the world's most innovative and challenging global student competitions held annually in Asia, the Americas, and Europe. In February 2014, Shell Eco-marathon Asia will move from the iconic F1 track of Sepang Racing Circuit in Kuala Lumpur to Manila's city streets. The event is expected to be a blowout where the seven UAE teams will be competing along side over 140 teams from countries across Asia and the Middle East. All teams will be striving to drive the advancement of smarter mobility, fuel efficiency, and environmental awareness – doing more with less - making energy conservation and sustainable mobility a way of life.
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Basement Remodeling
Bedroom and bathroom counts (along with finished square feet) add the most tangible value to homes. My goal with this page is to provide ideas to allow the layout well as the entire room if it so happens to match what you have and what you are looking for or perhaps certain elements of the plan that strikes your fancy. If you are planning a bedroom for a couple of kids, throw in a rustic-style bunk bed and usher in the woodsy cabin style But most homeowners prefer a serene and lovely basement bedroom that looks clean and complete. We reinforced some boards between beams and marked the spot before we drywalled the ceiling. Built-in cubbies can go a long way toward keeping your basement organized, especially if the basement doubles as living space. But the idea that beating them and seems well suited to the atmosphere of the basement is a grand home theater.
When you design your bar, have some fun with it by mixing and matching different basement bar ideas until you find the perfect bar design for you. Designing this room as you would any home office and it should do just fine regardless of your home decorating talent. Ensure you never run out of anything again with a well-organized stock-pile in the basement.
This might sound like a bit of a given while designing most rooms, but there are additional benefits to picking the style of basement bedroom well in advance. Brainstorm the things that you expect to use your finished basement and then map out your ideas in the floor plan.
Before, the unfinished basement was uninviting and mainly used for storage and the homeowner's makeshift beer-brewing area. A farmhouse sink and industrial style faucet and art lined along the countertop make the decor more worthy of a main-floor room than a basement for chores. A large basement can easily handle multiple activities during your using space intelligently. Colleen of Lemon Thistle transformed the basement space into a suite outfitted with a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and living space—perfect for guests, or even renters. Basement ideas entertainment center is the choice when the obstacle extending below the beam. One of the easiest solutions to your unsightly ceiling problem is to install a suspended or dropped ceiling.
Regardless of how dark and foreboding your space may be, we've got a handful of basement decorating ideas that will help you create a room that you will look forward to spending time in. In order to keep your finished basement safe and able to pass inspection, these important features are necessary. To make it clearer, here are some videos to guide you remodel your basement bathroom. The most convenient way to conceal a not so pleasant looking ceiling is to have a suspended or dropped ceiling. Experiment with different types Feng Shui, like using different paint colors to delineate different spaces. Proper lighting is very important in a basement where natural light is little or nonexistent.


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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – The Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) has released the results of its pre-season coaches' polls for the Spring 2014 season. Listed below are the rankings for each of Curry College's five spring teams, along with a preview featuring each team's key returning players.
WOMEN'S LACROSSE: 4th of 9
Curry College (14-6, 5-3 CCC) will be comprised of seven newcomers and 15 returners, which should make for another successful year for the Colonels. Head coach Caitlin Roberts, who enters her 14th season, welcomes back seven seniors who all have been starters since their freshman years. One of the top returners on defense is All-CCC first teamer Mel Brickey, who had a stellar junior campaign finishing first on the team in groundballs (82), caused turnovers (78), and draw controls (154), and third on the team for points (66). Brickey's 3.90 caused turnovers per game last season ranked the highest among all Division III women's lacrosse players. On attack, Haley Carey is expected to have a standout year, as she finished second on the team for points (89). Carey was an All-CCC second team honoree a season ago. The five other returning seniors, defenders Caity Tobyne and Bridget McDonald, midfielder Kaitlin Cloutier, and attackers Deanna Monfredo and Kelly Ethier, are ready to make an impact this season.
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SOFTBALL: 5th of 10
Curry College (24-18, 9-9 CCC) head coach Bruce Weckworth returns for his 19th season having surpassed 400 career wins during the 2013 campaign. Seven freshmen will join 10 upperclassmen, and among those veteran players are nine returning starters. Five of the Colonels top six hitters are back in the fold, including Megan Flaherty (.356 AVG, 4 HR, 17 RBI), Ariel LaRosa (.324 AVG, 4 HR, 30 RBI), Amy Nolan (.298 AVG), Kaitlyn Maderios (.284 AVG, 19 RBI), and Heather Carrier (.258 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI). Curry's pitching staff will once again be anchored by Taylor Ahearn and Jennifer Lundstrom. Ahearn compiled an 8-8 record and a 1.59 ERA over 110.0 innings pitched, while tossing 13 complete games. Lundstrom (9-7) led the squad in wins while posting a 1.97 ERA over 99.1 innings, while striking out 109 batters and going the distance in 11 starts.
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BASEBALL: 6th of 9
Curry College (8-24-2, 5-11 CCC) head coach Dave Perdios begins his 14th season with a young squad that features 19 newcomers joining 11 returning players. Among returning hitters, first baseman Tanner Givens provided the most offense a year ago, with 16 RBI and a .308 batting average. The rest of the Colonels' starting infield is back again for 2014, including shortstop Derek Pizarro and second baseman Tim Lathrop. The pitching staff will be led by top starter Thomas Fitzpatrick, who paced the squad in games started (9), complete games (4), shutouts (3) and innings pitched (51.0) as a sophomore in 2013. Mark Rebello, Curry's top reliever a year ago, returns as well after posting a 2.21 ERA in 11 relief appearances over 20 1/3 innings.
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MEN'S LACROSSE: 9th of 9
Curry College (7-9, 0-8 CCC) head coach Tim Murphy begins his second season in 2014 and will lead a squad that features 19 newcomers and 11 returning players. Among the top returners is co-captain Marc Fein. Fein played and started in all 16 games a season ago, while tallying 35 groundballs and causing 36 turnovers. Three attackers who had stellar 2013 campaigns return as well, including Connor Arnold, Connor McKeon, and Ronald Jensen. McKeon recorded 23 goals and five assists for 28 points after starting 15 games a season ago. Jenson played in 13 games in 2013, while earning 16 goals and nine assists. Arnold recorded 19 points in his 15 starts last season. The Colonels welcome back goalkeeper Tim McNair, who played in 312:49 minutes and had a 9.59 goals against average. The keeper made 49 saves with a .495 save percentage and had a 4-1-0 record in 2013.
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MEN'S TENNIS: 9th of 9
Curry College (4-12, 0-8 CCC) head coach Richard Murray returns for his 6th season. Among his returning players is Toma Blatchford, who went 4-8 at No. 2 singles and 2-9 at No. 1 doubles in 2013. Also returning is Joe Berger, who compiled a 3-7 record at No. 4 singles and a team-best 6-2 record at No. 3 doubles a year ago. The Colonels welcome back their No. 5 and No. 6 singles players as well. Lucas Donaway was 3-8 at No. 5 singles but only 1-6 at No. 3 doubles. Eric Hellberg (1-4) played only five matches at No. 6 singles, but that was the most of any player in that slot. Hellberg was busier in doubles, going 5-7 overall but a solid 5-1 when paired with Berger at No. 3.
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Yanks Sign DH Hafner, Invite 43 Others To Camp
With the announcement of the signing of designated hitter/first baseman Travis Hafner to a one-year contract on Feb. 1, the New York Yankees are basically finished with their roster moves prior to the opening of spring training camp in Tampa, FL.
Hafner, 35, is a potential replacement for the loss of Raul Ibanez, who opted to sign with the Seattle Mariners this offseason.
Hafner hit .228 with 12 home runs and 34 RBIs in 64 games with the Cleveland Indians last season.
Though Hafner has played first base in his career, he has not played in the field since the 2007 season. So it appears he primarily will be the team's left-hand DH and will play first sparingly, if at all.
To make room on the 40-man roster, the Yankees designated fellow former Indians first baseman/outfielder Russ Canzler for assignment. If Canzler is not picked up by another team he could be reclaimed and invited to spring training with the Yankees.
In addition to Hafner, the Yankees added to their spring roster by inviting a total of 43 players to spring training.
Among those is left-hand hitting first baseman Dan Johnson, who most recently played for the Tampa Bay Rays and Chicago White Sox, and outfielders Matt Diaz and Juan Rivera.
Diaz, 34, hit .222 with two home runs and 13 RBIs in 51 games for the Atlanta Braves last season. The right-hand hitting Diaz had his season cut short by a right thumb injury that required surgery in August.
Diaz is a career .291 hitter and he has an excellent chance to make the team as a backup corner outfielder and designated hitter.
Rivera, also 34, originally came out of the Yankees minor-league system and played for the team in portions of the 2002 and 2003 seasons before being dealt to the Montreal Expos in 2004.
Rivera hit .244 with nine home runs and 47 RBIs in 109 games for the Los Angeles Dodgers last season. He is a career .274 hitter.
Rivera is also a corner outfielder and he likely will compete with Diaz for a roster spot.
Johnson, 33, has an excellent chance to make the roster as a replacement for Eric Chavez, who signed in the offseason with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Johnson is a left-handed hitter who can play first and third base and as a corner outfielder.
He hit .364 with three home runs and six RBIs in late season call-up with the White Sox. But at Triple-A Charlotte, Johnson hit .267 with 28 home runs and 85 RBIs in 137 games before being recalled in September.
With Hafner and Johnson both having good shots at making the team and Diaz and Rivera competing for a backup outfield and right-hand DH spot, the other battles for bench spots will come down to backup catcher and a utility infield spot.
The Yankees lost starting catcher Russell Martin to the Pittsburgh Pirates as a free agent so the starting catcher spot will come down to a battle between Francisco Cervelli, 26, and Chris Stewart, 30. The loser of the battle likely will be the team's backup.
The Yankees also invited former Los Angeles Angels catcher Bobby Wilson, 29, to camp as a non-roster invitee. However, Wilson likely will be sent to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre just in case Cervelli or Stewart are injured and he will back up rookie Austin Romine, 24, who is coming off a lower-back injury.
The backup infield spot will be a rematch of last season's battle between speedy Eduardo Nunez, 25, and steady Jayson Nix, 30.
Nunez is a career .272 hitter with 38 steals in 46 attempts. He is the team's second-best base-stealer behind Brett Gardner and is perhaps the best athlete on the team.
However, his glovework the past two seasons has been so bad the Yankees want him to primarily play shortstop and second base, which gives Nix a huge edge despite the fact he arrives in camp as a non-roster player.
Nix hit .243 with four home runs and 18 RBIs in 74 games with the Yankees last season. He is able to play second, third, shortstop and the corner outfield spots.
Nunez possibly could make the team as a right-hand DH and he could play a lot of shortstop this season in place of 38-year-old Derek Jeter, who is recovering from a fractured left ankle he sustained in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Another option for Nunez is that he could be traded this spring if general manager Brian Cashman feels the need to add a player before the season begins.
Along with Johnson, Wilson, Nix, Diaz and Rivera, the Yankees invited the following players to camp:
CATCHERS: Francisco Arcia, Kyle Higashioka, J.R. Murphy, Gary Sanchez.
INFIELDERS: Gregory Bird, Cito Culver, Walter Ibarra, Addison Maruszak, Luke Murton, Jose Pirela, Kyle Roller, Gil Velazquez.
OUTFIELDERS: Abraham Almonte, Tyler Austin, Adonis Garcia, Slade Heathcott, Ronnier Musteller, Thomas Neal, Rob Segedin.
PITCHERS: Corey Black, Juan Cedeno, Preston Claiborne, Matt Daley, Nick Goody, Shane Greene, David Herndon, Tom Kahnle, Jim Miller, Bryan Mitchell, Mark Montgomery, Zach Nuding, Mikey O'Brien, Kelvin Perez, Brandon Pinder, Ryan Pope, Josh Spence, Matt Tracy, Chase Whitley.


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How do you support Latinx mental health?It definitely has been a journey filled with gratitude, where no day is the same. One day I can be driving three hours out to a rural part of my state to provide a suicide prevention training for a school. The next day I'll be working on mental health policy change. At times it's been late nights on a Friday evening (because that's when a crisis happens), calling all my mental health contacts to successfully identify a provider who can take in a new client immediately. Some days it's sitting on the sidewalk sharing a sandwich with my friend Aaron, who is homeless and suffers from mental illness–hoping that our conversation will get him to agree to see a provider. It's nights filled with frustration over our broken mental health system and broken policies that don't help Aaron.
Then there are the days where I'm in the middle of providing a youth suicide prevention training and see a big smile run across a young girl's face and hear her say how grateful she is to learn how to help a friend in crisis. All of this keeps me going. Advocacy has taught me to never take no for an answer when it comes to fighting for access to services for others in need and it has filled my life with beautiful people who inspire and have changed me for the better. I began this work in memory of a close friend I lost to suicide when I was thirteen-years-old and in keeping her memory alive, I found my life's purpose.
What are some of the biggest myths you've heard about Latinx mental health? How do you dispel these myths and fight stigma?The "one-size fits all" approach for providing mental health resources/services for the Latinx communities is definitely a something that needs to be worked on. We are a beautiful and multifaceted culture and the treatment should be reflective of that. Those in our community should have the ability to access services in their native language and meet with a therapist who understands and appreciates the culture. Asking for help is not easy, so we need to do everything possible to create an environment in which the individual will want to continue with their treatment. The best way to dispel these myths and rid the stigma is to encourage more Latinx individuals to become the mental health providers and therapists.
What are some tips you give to young Latinx with mental health concerns?Never be afraid or ashamed to ask for help and never let anyone discourage you from getting help. No matter how tough the road gets, do not give up and know that you're never alone.
What are some resources you suggest for the Latinx community?I have been very fortunate to cross paths with some of the very best mental health champions like my former boss, Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (California District 32) and Dr. Luis Garcia from Pacific Clinics Behavioral Health Clinic (Santa Fe Springs, CA). Together they started a youth suicide prevention program in Southern California, which works directly with Latinx students and their families. Not only are services provided in English and Spanish, but it is a requirement for families to learn the ins and outs of mental health together. Realizing the barriers that many parents face in raising a family, clinicians put washers and dryers at one of their facilities so parents could get errands done while their child was receiving services. These are the small things that make a difference and have the most impact.
Congresswoman Napolitano is also the founder and chair of the Congressional Mental Health Caucus in Washington, DC and has worked and partnered with numerous mental health organizations to create policy change. The National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA) is another wonderful organization I have worked with in the past. They focus directly on Latinx mental health and also work towards raising scholarship funds for Latinx youth who are going into the field of mental health.
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Miss America 2018 Delivers DQ Blizzard Treats to Children's Specialized Hospital Patients
Funds raised during Miracle Treat Day help local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® care for sick and injured children
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – On Thursday, August 2, Miss America 2018, Cara Mund, the national goodwill ambassador for Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals, delivered Dairy Queen (DQ) Blizzard Treats to patients at PSE&G Children's Specialized Hospital in New Brunswick. As a supporter of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Mund advocates for children and families facing devastating illness and injury.Since 1989, Miss America titleholders have supported Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, helping with fundraising and visiting hospitalized children. Through the partnership, the Miss America Organization has helped to raise more than $15 million in support of sick and injured children.
The visit was in promotion of a larger national fundraising event, Miracle Treat Day, aimed at raising awareness and funds for local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
"We are so grateful for our partnerships with both Dairy Queen and the Miss America Organization. Miracle Treat Day is especially 'sweet' this year because of Miss America's hospital visit and the support of our friends at Dairy Queen," said Morgan Bocciolatt, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Program Manager.
On Miracle Treat Day, $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold at participating locations is donated to Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals, which raises funds and awareness for 170 children's hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. Last year's Miracle Treat Day at DQ stores raised more than $16,500 for Children's Specialized Hospital.
Since 1984, DQ and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals have partnered to provide life-saving treatments to kids from across the U.S. and Canada. To date, more than $130 million has been raised through fundraising efforts including Miracle Treat Day, the Miracle Balloon campaign and other local initiatives. These donations help fund critical treatments, healthcare services, pediatric medical equipment and charitable care for local children.
Children's Specialized Hospital is the nation's leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges — from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health. At twelve different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective...so children can achieve more of their goals. To help, or find more information: call 888-CHILDRENS; visit www.childrens-specialized.org; Facebook: www.facebook.com/childrensspecialized; Twitter: www.twitter.com/childrensspecnj; YouTube: www.youtube.com/cshnj; LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/children's-specialized-hospital
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The Miss America Organization a 501(c)4 non-profit organization, is the nation's leading advocate for women's education and the largest provider of scholarship assistance to young women in the United States, awarding millions of dollars annually. The Miss America Organization is comprised of 51 organizations, including all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Miss America contestants contribute tens of thousands of community service hours annually and have raised over $16 million for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and Miss America scholarships since 2007. For more information, visit www.MissAmerica.org.
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Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds and awareness for 170 member hospitals that provide 32 million treatments each year to kids across the U.S. and Canada. Donations stay local to fund critical treatments and healthcare services, pediatric medical equipment and charitable care. Since 1983, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals has raised more than $5 billion, most of it $1 at a time through the charity's Miracle Balloon icon. Its various fundraising partners and programs support the nonprofit's mission to save and improve the lives of as many children as possible. Find out why children's hospitals need community support, identify your member hospital and learn how you can Put Your Money Where the Miracles Are, at CMNHospitals.org and facebook.com/CMNHospitals.
photo caption: Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, visited PSE&G Children's Specialized Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ for a special Blizzard Party! Celebrating Miracle Treat Day, patients and their families enjoyed yummy Dairy Queen Blizzard Treats with Mund while making fun Winter Wonderland crafts. Since 1984, DQ and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals have partnered to provide life-saving treatments to kids from across the U.S. and Canada.


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Second Life raised L$ 166,628 for National Epilepsy Foundation with 25 hours of live music in one weekend. Lead organizer VanMorrison Mint cheered our donations upwards, as she, her friends and loved ones: Krrick Moonites, Keeba Tammas, Patch, and many others... organized a wonderful musical fundraiser for medical research in Second Life (SL).
In picture 2, Clairede Dirval literally rocks us out with her fearless brand of singing, songwriting, and guitars. Joining her onstage in this miracle weekend, numerous live musicians, including: Quinton Whitman, Bones Writer, Bart and Whirligig, Annan Dreamscape, Paul Nowles, Grateful Stryker, Evamoon Ember, Strum Diesel, Keeba Tammas, Lehman Shinn, BellaDonna Lemondrop, PMANN Sands, ReggieSunset Rookswood, Onehempcat Oldrich, Caoilte Skytower, Mack Humbridge, Clairede Dirval, EricSteffensen Mistwalker, Gregg Huet, KevinMThomas Carpool, LaidBack Celt, Phemie Alcott and Vincent Merrick. All in order of appearance! Imagine that!
In Second Life, we all help each other and pitch in for a good cause. Organizers and live musicians donate their valuable talents and time to charity. Audience members send invites to their friends, fill the house, and have a rockin good time, whilst going wild for our new favoriate charity. Events like this, while impossible to attract this fabulous talent in RL, can be readily pulled together in a fortnight or two. See the story's end for my free event training.
Epilepsy affects 50,000,000 people worldwide; almost 90% of those are in 3rd world developing countries. It is a neurological disorder that can be genetic or trauma induced, e.g. head injuries. Epilepsy is treatable, but hard to diagnose, with very personalized symptoms. Like many other conditions, patients go through numerous physicians until they find treatment that works for their case. It's frustrating at best. Epilepsy can be life threatening, as SL friends discovered, in stories past: http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-372726
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At the fundraiser, I met SL citizen Epileptic Dreddmore, who said: "I have been trying to create awareness for Epilepsy in SL since September." Diagnosed with the disease at a young age, Epileptic has since, "I have joined SL I have met more people touched by Epilepsy or who have it than I have in my entire life."
SL is a great platform for networking and raising awareness, and I hope to see many more events like this live music marathon raising Epilepsy awareness!
Isn't Second Life grand... there I am with a bunch of good friends, GREAT LIVE MUSIC, and sync dancing with new friend Mette Jarvinen, and many wonderful friends (Picture 3), having the best times of our lives, for a good cause, for charity. IMHO, this is what Second Life is all about.
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(I have done up Part 3 of the trip to Oriental Paris but that post has to wait for this classic – it was one of the funniest things I have ever seen in Youtube)
(Watch the video below to see why this judge of a talent show in India goes in shock)
I am sure everyone would have seen some kind of "talent" show in TV – at least at the level of American Idol. In India (through the TV shows over at Astro), we have watched all kind of "talent" shows – singing show, dancing show and once in a while, live stand-up comedy show. But I am very sure that no one would have seen this kind of "talent" show ever!
The link was IM-ed to me by a Singh friend and the start seemed rather harmless but somehow seeing all those guys in military camouflaged pants should have raised some kind alarm. The expression on the judges' faces was priceless and despite the horror, no one bothered to stop the "talented" guys from continuing. It was a bloody end but at the same time, it was so unbelievably funny.
Just watch till the end and keep a close eye on the judges' reactions!
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text: We celebrated International Lunch with the Middle Schoolers this past Friday. The little girls were very excited to dress up in their traditional dress outfits. They love love anything to do with dressing up. They also had a great time hanging out with their big brothers and their school friends. Big sister's lunch began just as we were getting ready to leave so we stopped by to say hello to her and her friends who were eating outside. All the teachers and students were in happy excited moods because they were getting ready for Spring Break to begin! No school for nine days. Yippee!!!


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This coming Wednesday, June 13th, I will be opening up for Canadian Hip-Hop legend Moka Only, who will be performing with my long time homie from Rapskatoon, Factor Chandelier. Also on the bill are some other good friends of mine, but more importantly great artists, Bridapres and Dj Co-op. This is gonna be a good old rap show, like we used to have, and it will all be going down at the Die Maschine … I mean, the Green Room in Osborne Village, Winnipeg.
I think most people who are of a certain age and who have paid any attention to popular music in Canada over the last ten years are familiar with Moka Only, and likely have had one of his songs stuck in their head. Maybe best known to the populace as a sometimes-member of Swollen Members (during the years when Swollen Members had catchy hooks; coincidence? no), Moka Only has also had ties to Vancouver's pop sensation Len. But what some people might not know is how prolific Moka Only is as a solo artist. He releases several quality albums a year, that he raps on, sings on, does all the production for and records himself. He is a true artist. This show should be very entertaining and I intend to take some notes of the man while he's on stage.
Along with Moka, manning the ones-and-twos, will be my main man Factor Chandelier. Speaking of prolific, Factor has put out more albums over the past year than anyone I know. His merch table puts anyone else's to shame. And his albums move! Probably because it's great product. He's worked with artists such as Xzibit, Josh Martinez, Kool Keith, Awol One, Noah 23, Moka Only, Aesop Rock, Gregory Pepper, Buck 65, Living Legends, Ceschi, tha liks, Sadat X and of course two of his main go-to emcees the L.A. legends Awol One and Myka 9. He started making noise back in the late nineties with the Side Road imprint, which he began with another Saskatoon legend, Dj Chaps. They put out records by some of Western Canada's best rappers, such as Def 3, Ira Lee, Kay the Aquanaut, Cam the Wizard and many, many others. I've known Factor for probably ten years now and he's one of the funnest people I know, so I'm looking forward to chilling with the homie, talking rap and taking shots of tequila with him. Come see us at the bar after the show!
Finally, I'm pretty sure that anyone who would be checking out my website knows all about Birdapres (we're just finishing up our EP together!) and Dj Co-op. Birdapres has deep roots to Vancouver and has known Moka for years as well. (In case you're wondering, yes, that's both of them in the "If You Steal My Sunshine" video). And Co-op is undoubtedly one of the top party rockers in Winnipeg. So this is going to be a crazy night, guaranteed. Tickets are insanely cheap, drinks will be flowing and girls will be dancing. Wednesday, for the next few months, is the new Thursday. So come down to the Green Room on the 13th and have some fun, why don't cha?!
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Understanding why you do the things you do
Each individual is unique when it comes to their personality, habits, likes and dislikes. Some of us are introverted, while others are extroverted. No two people are alike, even within families. Our childhood, education, and life experiences will shape who we are, but the primary influence is our temperament. Temperaments come from a combination of traits we inherit from our parents. There is no way to avoid the genes we have inherited. If you are introverted, you will always be introverted. Temperament will also determine the type of people we get along with, our eating and driving styles, and the type of profession we end up in. Thus, it is important to become familiar with your temperament in order to learn your strengths and weakensses, and use the information to overcome your weaknesses to live the best life you can..
Below is a summary of each of the four temperaments: sanguine, melancholy, phlegmatic and choleric. As you read, diagnose yourself to see which temperament best describes you and the people in your life.
Sanguine Temperament
The sanguine temperament is outgoing, warm and friendly. They have a fun loving spirit that is optimistic and contagious. You'll love being around this type of person because they have a lot of friends, and are able to connect well with others. In addition, the sanguine is responsive, talkative, enthusiastic and compassionate. They love people and are very sincere. However, not all of their traits are positive. They can be undisciplined and unproductive, having trouble maintaining and keeping focus. They are also prone to exaggerate, be emotionally unstable and egocentric.
Sanguines will likely be employed as salesmen, actors, entertainers, hospital workers, and preachers, to name a few.
Melancholy Temperament
The melancholy person is a very analytical, gifted, self sacrificing perfectionist that is introverted and very sensitive. They usually have high IQs, are creative and imaginative. Their emotions drive them, so they may be moody and unable to make friends as quickly as a sanguine. However, once they become a friend, they will be a loyal, dependable and faithful friend. These are the types of people others depend upon to complete tasks.
On the flip side, they can be self-centered, moody, unsociable, critical and negative.
The best vocations for the melancholy are as composers, artists, inventors, musicians, philosphers, scientists, craftsmen, humanitarians and educators to name a few.
Phlegmatic Temperament
Easy going and not easily angered is the main characteristic of a person with the phlegmatic temperament. They are dependable, objective, organized, practical, patient and humorous. Like the sanguine, they make friends easily and appreciate the beauty in life and the fine arts.
In contrast, they can be fearful, indecisive, unmotivated and selfish, buy once they are motivated, they will take action.
You will find the phlegmatic employed as elementary school teachers because of the patience required, engineers, military personnel, librarians, counselors, supervisors and craftsmen.
Choleric Temperament
The choleric is another extroverted type. They possess abilities to be practical, strong willed and self-sufficient. In addition, they are active and involved in a lot of activities, and because of this, they can handle pressure well. People with this temperament make great leaders and visionaries. But beware; the choleric can be cold, unforgiving, unsympathetic, angry and cruel.
Hopefully, you can identify with one of the four temperaments just described. All four have strengths and weaknesess that shape who you are as a person. If you aren't happy with your temperament, don't try to change it, or desire one temperament over the other, you are who you are. Each temperament makes its own contributions to life. Once you recognize your temperament trait, navigate through life aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and make changes that will help you live a more purposeful and satisfied life.
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Sunday, September 8, 2013
Even Mermaids Have Shopping Problems Update 02
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Well, like you told me a while back, you can't completely cut everything off when going on a ban. Start fresh and heck, everything was completely justified, right? Good luck on the next 79 days! xReplyDelete
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I have to admit I tried to go on a ban for some time... The same things happen : My favorite "thing" is running out (Bioderma Micellaire Water, my bioderma face exfoliant, moistyrizer, I hit pan on a blush... you know the drill). So I spend.ReplyDelete
The only thing I found out to work is to set a list of things to buy only if you run out :
- Mascara
- Liquid Liner
- Fondation
- Setting powder
and so on.
It helped me a lot to "allow" myself to be able to buy because I was so afraid of running out.
Because I don't know about you, but I tend to buy as much "non-essential" things (blush, bronzer, eyeshadows : Things that take ages to finish!) ans "essential" things : fondations, mascaras: things that can be emptied in a couple of months.
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LOL, you'll laugh, but my Bioderma is also depleting. I can't buy it where I'm from so that's maybe a good thing! I think if I narrow it down to only buying "essentials" I'll be fine, but how many foundations/setting powders/liners become essential? Haha! What if you need them all?! I'm gonna try my best to be good now and then explode at Sephora the day after! Thank you :DDelete
It's OK, I forgive you ;) Your purchases are totally justifiable, plus NARS SheerGlow is basically liquid gold so I mean of course you had to buy it. I don't know if I could do this whole spending ban business, so more power to you, Jess. Best of luck with the next 79! xxReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Amelia! & OMG, it totally is! I've been wanting for this long for a reason and it was totally justifiable! You can't go on a spending ban because you're moving to London! How the heck would you not run into a Boots, Primark, Selfridges and all those British places?! Haha, thank you!!Delete
I don't blame you! I love that Cider Donut candle and want to buy it next time it goes on 2 for $22. When I did a spending ban, I only allowed myself to buy something if I completely ran out. I should do another spending ban again soon as I have gone a bit overboard these last few months 0.0ReplyDelete
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I'm not gonna scold you for buying those items, but I'm gonna scold you for mentioning them on your blog! Girl, I'm trying to save up some money too and you're such an enabler! XDReplyDelete
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Dr. Tom Mitchell is Head of Climate Change at Overseas Development Institute (ODI), having previously worked as a Research Fellow at the Institute of Development Studies. He is also a Senior Advisor in the Climate and Development Knowledge Network, in which he oversees the research and knowledge management components. Tom is a serving IPCC WG2 Co-ordinating Lead Author of the Special Report on Extreme Events and Disasters and a Lead Author of the IPCC 5th Assessment Report. His research is focused on climate-related disaster risk management, adaptation finance and the links between climate action and poverty reduction.
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Toulon's Kris Chesney (L)
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Sale have accused Kris Chesney of displaying a "lack of integrity" following the collapse of his move to Edgeley Park.
The Sharks announced earlier this month that they had recruited the veteran flanker from French club Toulon on a two-year contract.
Executive director of sport Steve Diamond was delighted with the signing, hailing Chesney as "another piece in the jigsaw".
Australia fly-half Quade Cooper to join Toulon
But Diamond revealed on Thursday that Chesney, who he coached during his time at the helm of Saracens, will no longer be joining the club.
"I was clearly told by the agent and the player verbally that he agreed to join us and we announced it in a press release two days later," he said.
"I have now been told that the player had agreed to stay at Toulon. It's a lack of integrity from the player.
"I knew the player and thought he could have done a job for us, but it's not to be.
"It's not an embarrassment to the club, it's an embarrassment to the player.
"I know he's embarrassed and I've wished him well with the extra money that (Toulon director of rugby) Philippe Saint-Andre will pay him."


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The Certificate of Personal Effectiveness is a nationally recognised qualification run by ASDAN. The qualification offers imaginative ways of accrediting young people's activities. It offers a way of recording and rewarding a wide range of personal qualities, abilities, skills and achievements of young people, as well as introducing them to new activities and challenges and encouraging independence.
The CoPE course is provided by ASDAN and comprises 12 modules:
Each module is divided into 3 sections with shorter challenges in Section A and longer and more detailed challenges in Sections B and C.
Each challenge or set of challenges earns credits and to achieve either Level, students must gain at least 12 credits. The students are set tasks in some, but not all, of the modules and earn credits when each task or set of tasks is completed.
Students are taught in smaller classes with increased adult support. There is no exam; however, students will build up a Portfolio of evidence throughout the course which must also demonstrate their competence in 6 main skills: Working with Others, Improving Own Learning, Problem Solving, Research, Discussion and Oral Presentation.
This is a TWO year course at GCSE level which offers students the opportunity to achieve a qualification that is recognised nationally at many colleges and universities as well as a great number of potential employers.


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Democracy works best when multiple voices are heard and represented. My desire to engage, politically, is to bring voice and representation to all citizens; especially those who are marginalized and disenfranchised.
I'm running for office because I have 2 daughters and 3 sons and I am accountable for the world they inherit.
I was raised to believe that I have a responsibility to serve my family and my community. I am at an age where service is my focus. During my children's younger years, I was excited about the world they were growing up in. There was dignity, civility and respect coming from our leadership. I felt optimistic about their future. And then things dramatically changed.
Our democratic processes, that we have taken for granted, are being threatened. Objective truth is not valued and we are living in a world where opinions carry as much weight as fact. I know that objective truth must be pursued. I know that the laws of science apply regardless of opinion.
I intend to start where I can to make the world one that I am proud to hand off to all our children. It starts in my own backyard, with breathable air, protected land, safe and efficient infrastructure and a plan to exist in harmony with our planet.
I am committed to making Cottonwood Heights a fully clean energy city by 2032. Renewable energy makes sense economically and environmentally. Green walls will help combat the air quality. We have one planet to survive on, let's protect it.
WhAT DRIVES ME
I'm a Utah girl, born and raised. I attended lots of local schools: Brighton HS, Alta HS, SLCC, U of U, UVU and I graduated from BYU with a Business Management Degree.
I did a year abroad in Plymouth, England. I backpacked Europe and, after college, I spent 5 years as a Delta Flight Attendant, seeing more of the world. My travels have shaped me. I love people and their diverse contributions.
I'm a mother of three and a stepmom of two. We merged families over a decade ago and had the most fun ever raising five amazing individuals from preteen to successful adults.
Young people, like my children, give us a reason to step up and demand accountability of our leaders, both in politics and private enterprise. Now is not a time to excuse away poor performance. Now is a time to demand more.
My family is the greatest! Ten years ago I married the man of my dreams. We merged young children and we found success. We have a Brady Bunch family with two 23 year olds, two 21 year olds and an 18 year old. All five are in college! We all snowboard, ski and surf. I love our travels and hang time. This next generation is cause for hope and a reason to fight for a better tomorrow.
The discourse in our nation has plummeted to a staggering low. We've forgotten who we are and what we stand for. No American should live in fear; without hope for a brighter tomorrow. We have the ingredients for prosperous future. Let's empower our young people with healthcare and education. Let's fight for the air that they breathe and the quality of food that they eat. They deserve to inherit a world full of promise.
80% of success in life is just showing up! By showing up daily, I will fight for the rights of all citizens, for quality education, for clean air, for nature preservation and for sound, dependable infrastructure.