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How many calories should I be consuming to lose the maximum amount of weight AND build muscle without feeling tired and worn out?
I am trying to lose weight after some time out of the gym. I've recently gone back and have cut my calories severely to about 1200 calories daily.
I'm 22 years old about 5′ 10″ and am about 205 lbs., and that's mostly fat. I do elliptical 5 times a week for about 30 minutes burning around 300-400 calories a session and then go straight to a one hour weight lifting regimen.
Not only have I not seen results after 3-4 weeks, but I don't think it's healthy. I tend to feel tired and worn out.
So, how many calories should I be consuming to lose the maximum amount of weight AND build muscle as well?
Thank you for any help you can give me…..Shayne – MSJC student
MSJC Eagles need energy to soar! You're right that 1200 Calories isn't enough. For your age, height, weight & gender about 1800-2100 Calories is recommended for weight loss—based on a calculation of 2300-2600 Calories you would need to maintain your current weight. Remember, these are ONLY estimates on paper… if you KNOW how many Calories you ate previously, then just subtract 500 from that total to lose weight.
What you're eating makes a big difference; choose satisfying and wholesome foods at the right times to support your workout. CLICK HERE for a full article of more tips. – Debbie J., MS, RD
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Also, I'd like to mention that your exercising schedule and regime might be too similar from day to day. This cause the body to go in a stage called "plateau" where the body is so used to doing your workout that it shuts down EVERYTHING else that it doesn't need.
I am in the same boat as the the person that asked the question. Losing weight but still its getting hard.
Thanks for the tip Debbie.
Try incorporating cardio with weight's, Intervals. Or warm up for 10 minutes, then weight training. Cardio after. Pace yourself. For beginners 2 every other day, then 3 days on, day off, three days one. Besides the lack of calories your over training. Make sure your getting enough sleep.
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The convex hull of the 68 features a "warped bottom" with a sharp entry forward and highly variable deadrise that flows from 20 degrees amidships to 2 degrees at the transom. The convexity of the bow lessens wave impact and results in an incredibly smooth ride in head seas. Flatter sections aft reduce water resistance, improving handling at low speeds and increasing stability while planing. Specially designed strakes that bisect the stagnation line (the point at which the water's surface meets the hull bottom once on plane) provide additional lift and improve tracking in all conditions. Double chines and a flared bow deflect spray out and away from the boat. There's simply no better ride in the industry.
Another shining advantage the 68CV has over competitors is her 5'3"draft, made possible by deep propeller pockets that reduce drag and allow for larger propellers to be tucked in tighter to the hull. That tight fit provides uniform containment around the blades and eliminates the slapping of water against the hull that typically comes with a flat bottom. It also helps accelerate the water through the blades for better performance.
The 68 boasts several engineering innovations that demonstrate Hatteras' commitment to industry leading performance and design precision. The new tunnel trim tab system, for instance, utilizes the thrust energy of the tunnel to increase control with only 30 percent of the normal tab area. A new cylindrical key way and key eliminates stress risers, leading to a significantly longer life for propeller shafts. New crosscut bearings use interlacing grooves to ensure a consistent film of lubricating water and longer life for bearings, plus less noise while trolling or cruising. To top it off, Hatteras uses stainless steel rudders, which are far stronger and lighter than comparable bronze rudders.
Ever heard a Captain say "There's no replacement for displacement" when it comes to navigating in rough seas? Well the 68 Hatteras fits that bill weighing in at 156,000lbs, with her solid fiberglass hull and sturdy build. Not to worry about performance though, with the upgraded Cat C32 A you will be effortlessly cruising at 26 knots with a top end of 30 knots. The reliability of the CAT C32 Acert is known throughout the industry and the performance will speak for itself.
Approaching this vessel from the dock, your eyes will immediately be drawn to her sleek and muscular lines as she stands out above the other boats in the marina. A thoroughbred of the Hatteras fleet, the 68 Convertible is unmatched in her bold looks, performance, fish ability and solid construction. Don't forget the huge amount of space that the 21'6" beam provides from the 192 square foot cockpit up to the flybridge with seating for 15 or down to the great salon and into the full beam master suite. You will feel truly at home aboard this plush fish raising battlewagon.
Entering through the cockpit, you will be amazed at the sheer amount of space. Upon further inspection, you will also realize how well thought out and customized the cockpit is for fishability and comfort. For the fisherman, it features a starboard transom door, centrally located Bluewater rod holder, transom livewell, secondary in-floor livewell, Eskimo ice chipper that feeds into the port side in-floor compartment, 24V plug-ins for deep dropping or kite fishing, huge freezer under mezzanine seating, two custom tackle storage lockers also under the mezzanine seating, and extra rod holders along the gunnels. For comfort, she has two sets of sunshades that extend depending on the type of fishing, Cruiseair air conditioning with blowers, mister system and mezzanine seating with plush cushions.
Going up to the enclosed flybridge either through the cockpit ladder or the inside stairs. The flybridge is very large and spacious with full A/C, comfortable seating and wide open 360 degree views.
Stepping into the salon via the pneumatic sliding doors, you will be greeted by the rich feel of the satin cherry cabinetry and the extra plush "courier brown" leather sofa by "Moore & Giles". This is true gentleman's luxury, featuring to starboard is a club swivel chair, whirlpool icemaker and flat screen TV. To port is the plush U-shaped leather sofa with storage underneath and a solid cherry wood coffee table by "AJ Originals".
Moving forward into the galley and dinette area you have Amtico Rosewood flooring, galley to port and dinette to starboard. The galley has a large U-shaped upgraded granite countertops, stainless steel hardware, four refrigerator drawers, two freezer drawers, tons of storage in custom cabinets and two additional banks of drawers, four burner stove, microwave/convection oven and trash compactor. The dinette area is upgraded with courier brown leather upholstery with ostrich inlay, extended seating area, satin cherry table and custom cabinetry above for more storage. The granite counter tops and backsplash is "Colonial Dream" with a bullnose edge.
The companionway is carpeted with the plush Fabrica "Shimmering Bronze" carpeting found throughout, with whisperwall walls broken up by cherry chair rails and whisperwall headliner. To port are custom stainless steel hand rails on the stairs going down. At the bottom of the stairs to port is a closet with Whirlpool stacked washer and dryer.
Upon entering the full 21'6" beam master stateroom you will truly feel right at home, with enough space to stretch out and relax in total privacy and comfort after a long day out on the water. This highly customized stateroom features a king size berth with upgraded HMC mattress, full length "his and hers" storage locker, enlarged nightstands, cherry cabinets and drawers. The spacious head has Amtico teak flooring, mirrored ceiling, granite counter tops, Headhunter head, and large walk-in shower with seating ledge. This master suite is the utmost in comfort and livability, custom designed by an experienced yachtsman and his wife, every bit of space is properly utilized for comfort and space while aboard.
The forward stateroom of this 68 is uniquely designed to accommodate a different range of guests. The mattresses are HMC brand upgraded, there is plenty of storage, separate A/C with controls, LCD TV entertainment system with SAT TV link and private access to the head. A full Queen berth makes this a true VIP stateroom.
The port stateroom is also custom designed with crisscross bunks, allowing for extra storage and more comfort for guests and crew. The mattresses are HMC brand upgraded, there is a LCD TV entertainment system with SAT TV link, full length cedar lined closet and A/C controls with dedicated unit.
The bow and port head is located just forward of the port stateroom and has access both through the companionway and through the forward stateroom. It features Amtico teak flooring, mirrored ceiling, granite counter tops, walk-in shower with seating ledge, Headhunter head and under sink storage.
To starboard is a fourth stateroom that features twin side by side bunks that can convert to a king size bed. The mattresses are upgraded HMC brand. This stateroom has independent A/C controls with dedicated unit, LCD TV entertainment system with SAT TV linkup, cedar lined hanging locker, full length mirror and private access to an en-suite head. The starboard head has Amtico teak flooring, mirrored ceiling, granite counter tops, walk-in shower with seating ledge, Headhunter head and under sink storage.
The 68 Hatteras' massive cockpit provides more than ample room for all the fishermen and spectators. While relaxing on the mezzanine, you will be treated to a custom sun shade, air conditioning with blowers and a mister system that will keep you cool on the hottest days!
Water maker –Reverse Osmosis, 1200 GPD
Maco Macerator Pump system
Maco head system is self-contained, no waste goes overboard, everything goes directly to a 125 gallon holding tank The holding tank is monitored by on board computer. To pump out off shore is as simple as a push of a button.
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Classified among the Grands Crus of the Côte de Beaune, Corton is produced in the areas of Aloxe Corton, Ladoix-Serrigny and Pernand-Vergelesses, in Côte-d'Or. As everywhere in Burgundy the grape varieties are the Pinot Noir for red wines, the Chardonnay for white wines. The red wines are powerful, full-bodied and structured. Their dress is deep and dark, their notes of black fruits are remarkable. The range of wine pairing is wide but we like to associate them with meat, game, beautiful pieces of beef. Like all the great wines of Burgundy, they deserve to be opened and decanted two hours before the tasting to let the pinot noir flourish. The white wines are of a finesse and a roundness unheard, their gold dress and their mineral notes are impressive. Accompanied by a plate of seafood or cheese platter (which often sublimates white wines), they are wonderful.
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Corton Grand Cru 2017 : Rapet Père & FilsCorton - Burgundy - Red Wine
Corton Grand Cru 2017 is a magnificent and a great red wine from Burgundy from the Rapet Père & Fils estate. Little brother Aloxe-Corton, this wine is made from vines aged 50 years. It is produced in two climates: Corton Combes (valley), Corton Les Chaumes (stony plateau) and Voie Rosse (fertile land). Tasting note : The wines are rich, powerful and...Parker 93/100RVF 16/20Hachette 17,5/20
Louis Latour : Corton Grand Cru "Clos du Roi" 2011Corton - Burgundy - Red Wine
The appellation Corton was from the 15th century appreciated by the kings of France who even annexed this parcel in 1477. Becoming royal estate, the Corton became "Clos du Roi". The climate currently includes about fifteen owners, among the best known: the Hospices de Beaune, Chandon de Briailles, Louis Latour, Montille, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti ......18/20Wine Spectator 91J. Robinson 17/20
Château Corton Grancey 2015Corton - Burgundy - Red Wine
Château Corton Grancey 2015 is an exceptional Grand Cru produced by Maison Louis Latour in the Corton appellation, in Burgundy. "Grancey" was the name of the last owners of the Château located on the "route des Cortons", before the Latour family bought it in 1891. This great Burgundy wine comes from a blend of four Corton Grand Cru climates from Domaine...18/20J. Robinson 17+RVF 17,5
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BT Sport is building on its investment in women's sport by becoming a media partner of leading charity, the Women's Sport Trust.
The partnership will see both organisations creating platforms to showcase the best of women's sport. Co-branded programming, events and media coverage will meet a growing audience appetite for great sport played by established and emerging female stars. Both BT Sport and the Women's Sport Trust are committed to maintaining and growing interest in women's sport.
We have been committed to delivering high quality coverage of women's sport since our inception."
Simon Green, head of BT Sport, said: "We have been committed to delivering high quality coverage of women's sport since our inception, including the Clare Balding Show, the WTA women's tennis tour and the FA Women's Super League. So we are delighted to partner the Women's Sport Trust - whose goals are very much aligned to our own in this area."
In addition to BT Sport's existing women's sport coverage there will be an enhanced BT Action Woman of The Year Awards (won this year by Downhill mountain biking star Rachel Atherton), coverage of the annual #BeAGameChanger women's sports awards sponsored by Microsoft, and a new weekly women's sport column by journalist Sue Mott plus the "Sportswoman to Sportswoman" podcasts, featuring athletes interviewing one another about their sporting lives.
Women's Sport Trust co-founder Tammy Parlour said: "Since the London 2012 Olympics the case for greater exposure of women's sport has become unarguable. The potential market, the talented athletes and the sporting performances all provide a great opportunity for smart, progressive organisations. BT Sport know this and we are looking forward to working together to make women's sport an irresistible and entertaining spectacle."


text: In a recent article for the New York Times Suzy Menkes was speaking of the digitalization of fashion – but not viewed from the perspective of the eternal discussion about the web 2.0 revolution, that dethroned traditional fashion communication as we knew it. No, Menkes went a step further, pointing at the fact that digital print has become a creative source and working material for emerging and institutionalized designers. From the digitally augmented flora in Mary Katrantzous creations, through the latest Marc Jacobs Resort collection and the digital manipulations by Nick Knight, one of the pioneers in this field. But while creators like Katrantzou have shown their computer skills, thus "creating a new fashion genre", firms like Filed Under have explored digital print and its sartorial potential from a more simple stance, however, with equally interesting results: using silk scarves as a medium for pictorial works. A concept that blurs the boundaries between art and design through digital printing. Now the photography studio Las Coleccionistas has launched their own version made in Spain. A collection of delicate, hand sewn silk scarves that serve as canvases for a bucolic series of photographs titled "Sierra".


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I rarely write about my life ,mostly I write about hot topics,but this week has been a week from hell and I'd like to share.
You see it all started with some issues in the workplace with gossip and lies, that by the way is stupid and childish and if you ever think for one minute you somehow managed to escape high school...well think again. We never left ;the scenery just changed.
Then after a stressful, long ordeal with that I break my glasses. Lovely now I have to buy more and make a decision on a new pair and for any of you that truly know me,know I suck at decisions. Seriously I hate Starbucks and Subway and any other place where you can have it your way. Too many choices and not enough time,honestly it's a miracle I can get dressed in the morning!
The next catastrophe is when I get home on that Wednesday. I just wanted to sit and watch t.v. glasses or not, but then we turned on the t.v. to find out our ATT Uverse was out and by that I mean some dumb ass in Istanbul sent a work order in to terminate the wrong boxes ! Which is another story for another day.
Finally on Friday night my dog became deathly sick and came down with hemmoragic gastrointestinal disorder. In short his ass became a water fountain for an endless supply of blood. My daughter who passes out at the sight of blood (pansy) was sitting in the exam room at 1 am with me waiting for the stupid vet to come in when Buster who God love him; is in pain, decides I need to shit and now is good right in front of her. Like a cow raising his tail he salutes her and then BOOM cherry Kool-aid! Her face turned from blue to green to white in under 10 seconds and her eyes damn near popped out of her head. If it wasn't so serious I would have busted out laughing, but a sick dog and 450.00 isn't a laughing matter.
Then I get a call my new glasses are ready today only when I get there they are all wrong everything looks weird and she says "Oh yeah look at that ,it's off a number ,we'll send them back." What!? FML Why!!!!!????? Shitheads
So it's bee a shitty week,but as I was driving home today from Walmart I saw a girl on her new bike ,coming out of Walmart riding across the parking lot smiling happy as a lark. It made me think about the simple things and I smiled. That one small vision made me pause, it made me remember the innocence we still possess somewhere inside and how the little things are what keep us going. I did the same thing again tonight when I went out to look at the night sky. I breathed in the night air and I stared at all those stars and the moon so bright, shining down on us small insignificant creatures and all we can do is sweat the small stuff. In comparison to those stars and the galaxy and the universe we are small stuff. So I took a breath and just let it go.
Saturday, March 28, 2015
It all comes back to simplicity
I rarely write about my life ,mostly I write about hot topics,but this week has been a week from hell and I'd like to share.


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May – October 2010
"Lesser artists borrow, great artists steal"
Attributed to both Picasso and Stravinsky, but probably stolen from elsewhere.
Art Heist is an adventure that connects audiences with conceptual art, the art gallery, questions of ownership and the value of art by letting them plan and execute their very own art heist. Audience groups rob a gallery of a fictional work of conceptual art by faking a replica. Art Heist gives the excitement of breaking into a gallery while posing its audience big questions about art: who is it for, who decides what's good, why is it valuable and does the value of the art lie in the idea or in the object? The outcome of each heist is shaped by the choices the audience makes.
Art Heist was originally conceived in collaboration with Winterwell Associates. Its research and development phase took place in May and October 2010 at the New Art Gallery Walsall. It was part of the Art of Ideas programme produced by Arts & Business West Midlands, and was supported by Arts Council England.
"imaginative and ambitious"
Jeremy Thrill, artist and audience member
"In terms of heart palpitations and sweaty palms, talking to the real security guard after I'd 'fainted' was one of the most exciting points."
Vicky Roden, audience member
Coney was here represented by:
Concept: Joe Halliwell, Annette Mees, Daniel Winterstein
Director: Annette Mees
Writer: David Varela
Designer: Sophie Sampson
Producers: Robin Ray & Tracky Crombie
Cast: Clive Woodward, Nic Adams, Sam Booth


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Von Miller has agreed to a new contract with the Denver Broncos that will be a game-changer for defensive players in the NFL.
The deal is reportedly a 6-year extension worth $114 million with $70 million guaranteed, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network.
While the total value of the contract is on par with the 6-year, $114 million contract signed by Ndamukong Suh with the Miami Dolphins, the guaranteed portion is the largest ever for a non-quarterback in NFL history, and second only to the $87 million guaranteed for Andrew Luck. Suh's deal included $60 million guaranteed.
As with most NFL contracts, the "guaranteed" portion is guranteed against injuries. In other words, if Miller suffers a career-ending injury, he will get at least $70 million. However, that portion is not guaranteed against poor performance.
According to Rapoport, the "fully guaranteed" portion of Miller's contract is $42 million. This would include his signing bonus ($23 million) and in all liklihood, his salaries for the 2016 and 2017 season.
Miller and the Broncos faced a deadline on Friday of reaching an agreement on a long-term contract or be forced to play the 2016 season under the franchise tag. That would have come with a 1-year, $14.3 million contract.
Shortly after the deal was announced, Miller posted an image to Twitter with the caption "FOR LIFE."
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The Board of Elections has finally posted certified results for the primary earlier this month. Some guy named McCain won the Republican race in a landslide, as expected, but we know you're all dying to find out how Ron Paul did in your neighborhood. So without further ado:
- 4,705 votes (5.9%), 4th place citywide
- 1,363 votes (6.2%), 4th place Manhattan
- 415 votes (7.3%), 4th place Bronx
- 1,044 votes (6.3%), 3rd place Brooklyn
- 1,351 votes (6.2%), 4th place Queens
- 532 votes (4.0%), 5th place Staten Island
So Ron Paul had his highest percentage total in the Bronx and his best ranking in Brooklyn. He did the worst in both percentage terms and in ranking in the relatively Republican stronghold of Staten Island, finishing even behind Giuliani, who had already dropped out of the race.
And, zooming in to my home Assembly District 66 on the Lower East Side, Ron Paul got 19 votes for an impressive 12.1% and third place. I'd like to think at least some of that is due to my canvassing efforts among my neighbors. (And I don't even know if they actually counted the affidavit ballots filed by my wife and me, since they couldn't find us in the voter book.)
View the results for your own assembly district, congressional district and more here.


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A time for donation and oblation
TEHRAN – The pilgrimage of Arba'een, a Shia Muslim religious observance that occurs 40 days after the day of Ashura, is a gathering for even followers of other religions regardless of their social class, gender and nationality.
Some Iranians make Nazr - an act of charity - for Arba'een. Besides food offering and fundraising events some people try other kinds of offering during this time. Here are some of these different oblations:
Supplying apples
The Iranian war veteran Valiollah Zarjam offered apples he picked from his garden in Zanguii region in Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad Province to Arba'een pilgrims.
"My friends during Iran-Iraq War (1980-88) gave me aid in apple picking," he explained to the Persian media.
Located in southwestern Iran Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad is one of the places on the road to Karbala for Iranian pilgrims.
Rendering services
Kermanshah Mayor Mehdi Abdolmaleki asked citizens who are active in different fields of medicine, nursing, car services as well as drivers and technicians to provide services to pilgrims who head to Karbala during Arba'een falling on November 9.
The western Kermanshah Province, which is near Iran-Iraq border, hosts Arba'een pilgrims from Iran days before and after Arba'een.
Provision of blankets
People in Mashhad, Khorasan Razavi province, and Khorramabad, Lorestan province, provided blankets for pilgrims heading to Karbala under title of a project named 'One Pilgrim, One Blanket'.
The blankets are used in Mawkibs, camps provide free services for pilgrims, set up on the road to Karbala.
Blood donation
Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization encourages Muslims to give blood during the 40-day period after the day of Ashura.
It has been three years that Iranians commemorate Imam Hussein (AS) martyrdom by donating blood during this time.
Book oblation
An Iranian startup '2nate.com' initiated a fundraising campaign to buy books for students in deprived regions during the 40-day period.
The campaign aims to collect 60 million rials (about $1,500) to provide 400 title books for high schoolers in deprived areas.
The books are on methods of business launch and startup management.
Mawkibs for children
A number of Mawkibs, camps provide free services for pilgrims, are set up for children who attend Arba'een Trekking with their parents.
The children draw paintings, play mind games and make crafts at the venues.


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Does Comedy Sell ? Yes, it does…
This is really a personal belief of mine…but I think you should use humor and try to add some fun to your Etsy Shop.
Why ? Because there are so many boring and dull Etsy shops that sell that same old thing and y0u just want to ignore them !
To not get ignored…Turn Up the Volume to 11 !
Drop your pants.
Sing way off tune.
Say something stupid.
Make corny jokes.
Post crazy photos.
Just do something to get noticed !
1. Use funny or imaginative Titles for your items for sale.
Example: Painting of a brown dog on a chair.
Dull Title: "Brown Dog on Chair".
Fun Title : "Get That Smelly Dog OFF my Chair"
Example: Knit Sweater for a Baby
Dull Title: "Red Knit Sweater, Child- Ages 2-3"
Fun Title: "Red Riding Hood Sweater, Child -Ages 2-3"
2. Use fun colorful imagery when you are describing your items for sale.
Example: Painting of a brown dog on a chair.
Dull Description: "Painting of a brown dog on a chair, 8 X 10 inch. Your family will love this image"
Fun Description: "Painful reminder of why God made man ruler over the animals. Get That Smelly Dog OFF my Chair !"
3. Use fun and attention getting photographs.
If you are in a common category and are selling common items, you can always take interesting fun photographs that will capture people's attention and GET YOU NOTICED.
a. Photograph your item in an odd place.
If you making knitted hats, then put those hats on top of statues of people in the park. That would grab my attention. If you are making women's necklaces, then put the necklace on a girl (or guy) wearing a sexy piece of lingerie… at least that will capture attention !
b. Photograph your item next to an oddity.
If you are selling framed photographs, then put that photo next to a bottle of beer…or a bottle of ketchup…or something weird.
If you are selling vintage items that sit on a shelf, then put those items next to something brand new from a store for a "old and new" contrast.
Use your imagination !
Have a couple of drinks !
Post your Etsy items while sitting naked !


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Marian University's cycling program is building better riders — and people
A small Catholic university in Indianapolis is collecting national titles and producing alumni ready for success in the peloton and beyond
Marian University's 120-acre campus is a fairly small dot on most Indianapolis maps. Many of the city's residents probably don't know about the college, let alone its amazing cycling pedigree.
Under the watchful eye of head coach Dean Peterson and former coach Ken Nowakowski, this 1,800-student Catholic university has become the preeminent collegiate cycling powerhouse in the United States, winning more than 20 team national titles across the road, track, and cyclocross disciplines over the last two decades.
Peterson has assembled a group of young riders that would make many a sport director drool. Marian cyclists, including as Kaitlin Antonneau (Cannondale-Cyclocrossworld.com), David Williams (5-hour Energy-Kenda), and Adam Leibovitz (Champion System-Stan's NoTubes), are finding success in the pro peloton both during and after their time at the school. Two young riders — incoming freshman Logan Owen and Felicia Stancil — have already won multiple national or world championships.
"It's a great school offering a great education and a great cycling team," Owen said. "It's cool to see a college invest the money and effort into cycling that Marian has. You see colleges do it for football or basketball, but never cycling."
Junior Coryn Rivera, who also rides professionally for the UnitedHealthcare women's team, believes the collegiate ranks are particularly beneficial for young female athletes who don't have the benefit of competing in the under-23 ranks. Getting high-profile male athletes to commit to a collegiate program has been a little more daunting, but the commitment by Owen, a top-five finisher in the road and cyclocross worlds for junior men in 2013, could mark a shift.
"Going to college didn't hinder my development as a cyclist at all," said Marian graduate and pro rider Rob Bush. "College helped me round out my life, whereas a lot of guys I raced with who didn't go are more … one-dimensional. They only cared about racing their bikes and ended up burned out or really unhappy."
Bush jokingly claims Marian's training facilities are better than the national teams he's ridden for. The school operates the neighboring Major Taylor Velodrome for the city of Indianapolis, as well as a state-of-the-art Computrainer facility that's also open to the public. (Fees from non-university users are fed back into the cycling program.) Peterson was reluctant to discuss budget specifics, but admitted the school gives few full-ride athletic scholarships; academic scholarships supplement the private college's tuition costs.
Juggling collegiate and professional commitments can be tricky, riders and coaches freely admit. Peterson consults with his pro riders' trade teams as he formulates their training and race schedules at the beginning of each season, keeping the teams updated as the year progresses.
Those same trade teams will also come to Peterson looking for new riders to sign. Favorable recommendations from Peterson and Rivera recently led the Twenty16 women's team to sign senior Allie Dragoo.
"Allie's come a long way over the last two years," Rivera said. "She's lost a ton of weight and gotten a lot more serious about training. I introduced her to [Twenty16 manager Nicola Cranmer], who ended up signing her."
Dragoo quickly repaid their confidence by finishing just off the overall podium at the Valley of the Sun stage race last month.
Building a winning cycling program is only a small part of what the soft-spoken Peterson wants to accomplish. A teacher and former Peace Corps volunteer, Peterson hopes to mold his driven charges into more diverse human beings. Part of that is giving the riders a traditional college experience.
Although the university prides itself on the cycling team, riders are able to attend class almost anonymously.
"The kids live the life of a typical college student," Peterson said. "I'm sure there's a few of Coryn's friends who don't realize she's a 50-time national champion."
Peterson stresses academics before athletics, but Marian professors do make some accommodations to their globetrotting students. When Rivera is overseas, she frequently Skypes into classes and spends her time between races doing her marketing homework. The students interviewed stressed that this isn't routine for all Marian cyclists.
"I built up a lot of trust with my professors," Bush said. "At the beginning of each semester I shared my schedule with my teachers, so they knew early on where I'd be. During my last semester at Marian, I missed seven weeks of class, but I was still able to do well in my classes because I was putting in the work."
Every incoming freshman is paired with an older student-mentor throughout the first year. Peterson admits that a few students have been initially overwhelmed by the "social influences and possibilities that exist just down their dorm hall."
"(Some students) didn't realize just how micro-managed their life was until they came to college," Peterson said.
Recruited by Peterson in 2008, Bush eyed a pro career, but wanted to continue his studies. During his time at Marian, he not only helped power the team to several national championships, including its first road victory in 2010, but he also found time to ride for trade teams, including Kenda and Garmin's developmental squad. Bush rode for French squad VeloClub La Pomme Marseilles in 2013 after Garmin's developmental team dissolved, afterward effectively retiring from the sport. He credits Peterson with helping him with that transition.
"At the end of the day, I felt I wasn't doing something meaningful with my life or helping other people," Bush said. "Dean's coaching helped me achieve my goals in cycling, but we also had hours-long conversations about his time in the Peace Corps, the large number of marginalized people in the world and what we can do about it. That's what I want to do with my life."
Peterson couldn't be more proud of Bush or the dozens of other racers who graduated from the program.
"We want to set each rider up for success, no matter what level they're riding at," Peterson said. "It's up to the individual student to determine how much hard work they're going to devote to the program. At the end of their four years here, I'm confident that any one of our kids will be able to accomplish anything in the real world and still be able to rip your legs off on the bike.
"I want (our athletes) to have experienced something special, something they can use to build a better life, even more so than a national championship … things like hard work and teamwork. I'm proud of everything we're doing here; I'll always treasure being a part of it."


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This workshop is all about keeping it simple in the kitchen! No lengthy recipes or special shopping list needed… we'll prepare delicious, creative dishes using only a handful of seasonal ingredients and culinary techniques for simple success in your home kitchen. These recipes are sure to please all, whether weeknight suppers for the family or company dinners, and our menu may include dishes such as Escarole & Dropped Egg Soup with Parmesan, Maple & Mustard Crusted Chicken, Shell Pasta with Spicy Red Clam Sauce, and Sheet Pan Veggie Roasts. Class includes hands-on cooking, chef instruction, printed recipes, and a wonderful meal at the end of the evening.
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When examining mosquitoes as a poetry topic idea, there are a number of ideas that could be focused on. Examples include: flight, insects, disease, pesticides, insect repellents, water, blood, inching, infection, swamps, summer, humidity and animals. There are also other ideas that could be focused on.
When writing a poem about mosquitoes they can be focused on directly, for example, by using the ideas above, or, like many other subjects, mosquitoes can be used as inspiration or as a metaphor for something else.
One interesting inspiration that comes from mosquitoes is the idea that they are nuisances: mosquitoes bother the creatures that they bite. This nuisance, however, is not the intention of mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are seeking food; the annoyance that comes from this is not intended by mosquitoes in a direct way.
This idea can lead to the inspiration to write poetry about similar situations: situations in which some nuisance is caused, but the nuisance is a side effect of another activity, and is not specifically intended.
One specific example of this type of situation, which could be used as a poetry topic, is noise caused by construction. The noise that comes from construction can feel like a nuisance to those that hear it, but the nuisance is unintentional – it is a side effect from the activity of construction. A poet could focus on this idea and, for example, show the different perspectives in the situation: the point of view of those making the noise and the point of view of those hearing it.
This construction example is one example of how mosquitoes can inspire poetry. There are other types of inspiration as well.
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By analysing historic and realtime traffic flows in the UK and France and freight
transit times between Dover and Calais (and the many routes that serve each port) we have helped P&O Ferries
understand how investment in new ships can give them a competitive edge on the
English Channel.
Our interactive tools – which visualise traffic
flow data from multiple sources and operational datasets from P&O and
relevant port authorities – show how events, traffic control measures and
crossing schedules affect how quickly freight can get from UK to European road
networks on a P&O ferry. The tools place P&O's transit times in a
comparative context with their main competitors, highlighting the factors required
to offer the best cross-Channel service for freight and allowing them to make
fully informed design and scheduling decisions in realtime.
By understanding traffic flow across the Channel, they can maximise capacity, improve customer experience, and ultimately influence how freight crosses the Channel in the future. While everyone is guessing how freight transit will be affected by Brexit, having the best possible understanding of the current situation means P&O are better informed about the future than anyone else.


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Guided small group day heritage hiking tour from Tokyo or Yokohama.
All seasons: sturdy, comfortable shoes or boots with good grip.
Winter (we may encounter snow): warm jacket, wollen hat, gloves, rain parker (or umbrellas provided).
Summer: sun hat, sun glasses, sun block, rain parker (or umbrellas provided), water bottle.
Spring and Autumn – either winter or summer gear as above depending on weather of the day.
What NOT to bring: your big luggage. Japan has an amazing courier system. Arrange via the Yamato courier station closest to your Tokyo/Yokohama hotel to have your big luggage couriered directly to your accommodation in Shizuoka Prefecture. Provided you meet Yamato's drop-off deadline it should be delivered next day. Be sure to bring a change of clothes for your night in Shizuoka Prefecture before your luggage arrives from Tokyo the following day. Or you can ask your Tokyo/Yokohama hotel to arrange the courier, but unfortunately this will likely add an extra day until delivery. Courier fees are not included in tour fee.


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All for fun and fun for fall thigh high boots prove to be a winner. Thigh boots will show you are independant, strong and maybe a little obsessive but what the heck... go for it. Over the knee leather boots are irresistible and will have the guys falling hard. If your've been wanting attention well this is a sure thing!


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For 89 players, the road to Pinehurst No. 2 and the 2014 U.S. Open began on Monday at George W. Dunne National Golf Course. For all but five of them, it also ended.
Dunne hosted a U.S. Open local qualifier, offering five spots that feed into the sectional qualifying round -- the one that determines spots into the 114th U.S. Open.
There was no playoff at the Chicago District Golf Assoc.-run event, with a handful of players qualifying for sectionals after the 18-hole tournament round. It took a 74 or better to move onto the next stage, with the following players earning berths into sectionals.
T3. Kenneth Li, Westmont, IL, 36-38-74


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Neighborhood social, economic, demographic, and built characteristics have been shown to influence health outcomes such as mortality, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and depression, independent of individual factors. Recent literature suggests that the neighborhood socioeconomic status (NSES) of the area in which individuals live is correlated with cognitive functioning, independent of individual factors. However, no studies to date have examined longitudinal relationships in a nationally representative sample. In addition, studies have focused on NSES without examination of other objective health-relevant neighborhood characteristics and perceived neighborhood characteristics, have not considered other sensitive late-life cognitive outcomes such as cognitive impairment, and have not addressed whether selection into neighborhoods, based on health status for example, may bias results Objective. This project will fill gaps in existing research by developing a national database of objective neighborhood characteristics, linking these data with longitudinal data on cognitive function assessed in a nationally representative sample of older adults in the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) assessed over 22 years (1992-2014), and examining the relationship between both objective and perceived neighborhood characteristics and cognitive function over time. This study will also examine a host of potential mediators including biomarkers of stress, and vascular, behavioral, and psychosocial factors that may inform mechanistic pathways by which neighborhoods influence cognitive outcomes. It will also identify subgroups that are most vulnerable to neighborhood effects based on sociodemographic and genetic characteristics, and test the sensitivity of our findings to selection bias Methods. We will develop a database of objective neighborhood measures including NSES, racial/ethnic segregation and composition, urban sprawl, and food environment, and integrate it with individual data on cognitive function and subjective ratings of neighborhoods from the HRS and with Medicare data on clinical diagnoses of vascular events. Structural equation models will examine independent associations, mediation, and effect modification of neighborhood effects. An innovative statistical technique called omitted variable analysis will address the potential that individuals may selectively move into differing neighborhoods by health status and propensity score matching will be used to reduce potential biases in identifying the effects of neighborhood characteristics on cognitive outcomes Implications. This research can shed light on contextual characteristics that may serve as modifiable targets for interventions, and yield larger-scale changes in the effort to prevent cognitive decline and impairment than interventions that focus on individual factors. Mediation analyses will identify underlying biological, vascular, behavioral, and psychosocial mechanisms to pinpoint more proximal intervention targets to buffer against the effects of living in a lower quality neighborhood. Identification of vulnerable subgroups will focus public health interventions more efficiently on at-risk groups.
The proposed research aims to provide clinicians, public health officials, and policymakers with information on whether objective and perceived characteristics of the built, demographic, economic, and social environments in which individuals live are longitudinally related to risk for worse cognitive function, cognitive impairment, and steeper cognitive decline. This research will clarify whether vascular, behavioral, and psychosocial factors and biological markers of stress may explain these relationships and also identify sociodemographic and genetic subgroups that may be most vulnerable to neighborhood influences on cognitive outcomes. As the proportion of older adults at risk for dementia grows, our research can shed light on contextual characteristics that influence this risk, thus identifying modifiable targets for intervention and yielding larger-scale improvements in the effort to prevent cognitive decline and impairment than interventions that focus on individual factors alone.
|Weden, Margaret M; Shih, Regina A; Kabeto, Mohammed U et al. (2018) Secular Trends in Dementia and Cognitive Impairment of U.S. Rural and Urban Older Adults. Am J Prev Med 54:164-172
|Shih, Regina A; Parast, Layla; Pedersen, Eric R et al. (2017) Individual, peer, and family factor modification of neighborhood-level effects on adolescent alcohol, cigarette, e-cigarette, and marijuana use. Drug Alcohol Depend 180:76-85
|Friedman, Esther M; Shih, Regina A; Slaughter, Mary E et al. (2017) Neighborhood age structure and cognitive function in a nationally-representative sample of older adults in the U.S. Soc Sci Med 174:149-158
|Weden, Margaret M; Miles, Jeremy N V; Friedman, Esther et al. (2017) The Hispanic Paradox: Race/Ethnicity and Nativity, Immigrant Enclave Residence and Cognitive Impairment Among Older US Adults. J Am Geriatr Soc 65:1085-1091
|Stein, Bradley D; Mendelsohn, Joshua; Gordon, Adam J et al. (2017) Opioid analgesic and benzodiazepine prescribing among Medicaid-enrollees with opioid use disorders: The influence of provider communities. J Addict Dis 36:14-22
|Friedman, Esther M; Weden, Margaret M; Shih, Regina A et al. (2016) Functioning, Forgetting, or Failing Health: Which Factors Are Associated With a Community-Based Move Among Older Adults? J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci 71:1120-1130
|Miles, Jeremy N; Weden, Margaret M; Lavery, Diana et al. (2016) Constructing a Time-Invariant Measure of the Socio-economic Status of U.S. Census Tracts. J Urban Health 93:213-32
|Kovalchik, Stephanie A; Slaughter, Mary E; Miles, Jeremy et al. (2015) Neighbourhood racial/ethnic composition and segregation and trajectories of cognitive decline among US older adults. J Epidemiol Community Health 69:978-84
|Gross, Alden L; Benitez, Andreana; Shih, Regina et al. (2015) Predictors of Retest Effects in a Longitudinal Study of Cognitive Aging in a Diverse Community-Based Sample. J Int Neuropsychol Soc 21:506-18
|Weden, Margaret M; Peterson, Christine E; Miles, Jeremy N et al. (2015) Evaluating Linearly Interpolated Intercensal Estimates of Demographic and Socioeconomic Characteristics of U.S. Counties and Census Tracts 2001-2009. Popul Res Policy Rev 34:541-59
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As vehicle technology and performance advances, you may find it daunting to sustain all the required maintenance and repairs tasks of your car. One of the most crucial aspects of car maintenance is proper wheel alignment. However, it is one of the most omitted maintenance tasks by car owners. Detecting and correcting wheel alignment symptoms […]Read more


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I Hope They Have Fall In Heaven
I'll voice a pretty unpopular opinion of mine.
God/Yahweh/Buddha/Allah/Whatever does some pretty fucked up shit. I'd love to sit down over a few beers with him/her and discuss autism, SIDs, and a whole host of birth defects. Later on, after shots of Jack Daniels we'll discuss rapes, molestations, hurricanes, mudslides and finally 9/11.
But even if my Dad and I disagree on the first paragraph, we do agree on what he kept repeating today… "I hope they have fall in heaven."
Autumn is when they days slowly grow shorter, the wind gets a distinctive bite to it and the trees shake away their boring green overcoats to show off an brilliant display of colors that would put any big box of crayolas to shame.
Yes, we have trees in NYC, and yes they even have leaves, and fall in NYC is an event no one should miss. Of course, taking a drive an hour north through Harriman State park is an even better way to experience the majesty of this season.
IMHO who ever is behind the scenes, pulling the strings is getting alot of things wrong… but Fall is definitely something that's right.
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Whoever/Whatever/? is in chrage here sure does a good painting job this time of year, that';s for sure.
October 12, 2008 at 7:56 am
This is my absolute favorite time of year,
and you've captured it brilliantly!
The colors are warm and vibrant,
and the scenes themselves are perfectly rustic and ideal.
You've really captured the spirit of Autumn here,
Truly amazing! 🙂
October 12, 2008 at 11:25 am
Was a time in the sixties when Clapton was God, later it was Jerry, but these days I think the position's pretty much vacant.
Thanks for the speedy update, B. It's good to have you around.
October 12, 2008 at 9:17 pm
You're right about 2 things – The concept of "god" needs to be reworked because he's letting us all down. The loop of "he's all powerful" yet "he allows evil to exist" can drive you insane if you give it any real thought but that's why people of faith don't think they just believe. God love em.
And secondly, yes Autumn is the greatest. If you had thrown in a picture of a football game, and I'm not talking NFL, just a coupla kids tossing a beat up pigskin around using the tree on the left and the telephone pole down the street as touchdown markers, if you'd gotten that shot, your blog entry would be perfect.
October 13, 2008 at 7:21 am
Yeah! Kids! Playing football with a pumpkin in a pile of burning leaves. And spiders! And an owl and a scary tree! No! Two scary trees! And a couple of Pilgrims eating a turkey with Norman Rockwell and Santa and their blunderbusses are full of grapes and food and cute mice! Yeah!
THEN your blog entry "I Hope They Have Fall In Heaven" would be perfect!
No, wait! All in 3D!!! That's the ticket!
Oh, and some music! Mannheim Steamroller playing with Frank Sinatra and hosted by William B. Williams on NPR's Driveway Moments!
'Cause, what the hell, you've done tombstones already. To death. Kidding.
I love ya, B. Don't let the turkeys "getcha" down.
October 13, 2008 at 10:30 pm
My favorite time of year and you have captured it splendidly.
October 13, 2008 at 11:48 pm
Another one to say that fall is my favorite time of year! Great captures of this wonderful season.
October 15, 2008 at 5:13 pm
Um…..that last pic sent me swirling Brian. That is a masterpiece. I know you may shrug that off, fuck that. It's a masterpiece. We all see things in pics that mean something to us, and I know very well what I see with that pond/lake and the trees framing it in the background. I could (and will) look at that for hours. Bravo.
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A lot of people say, "I only smoke on the weekends."Even if they are telling the truth, which may or not be the case, how can they handle only doing it on certain days of the week?"Let's get one thing straight, nicotine isn't selective about who gets addicted and who … [Read more...]
Why Do Gays Smoke?
A lot of gay men are smokers, and it has always been that way.Why do they? Why is it such a stereotype? Is it a stereotype at all? Unfortunately, it is, among other things.But let's go deeper into the subject.Being a gay man myself it is very clear to me why we … [Read more...]
Quitting Smoking and Giving Up Your Youth
Nicotine would like you to believe that when you quit smoking, you are essentially giving up your youth and becoming an old person.However, in the long run, the opposite turns out to be true."You actually becoming younger when you quit, not older." Part of the … [Read more...]
Taking a Drag
The act of smoking is very simple. You puff, inhale the smoke, hold it in slightly, and then exhale.But why do people say, "I love smoking so much!" when it makes them ill? What's so great about it?Nothing is great about it, it's the nicotine they're after. It's all … [Read more...]
Smoking is Not Cool
You think you are cool when you smoke, but you've got it totally wrong. Smoking is not cool, and neither are you.You will eventually reach that point when you believe it enough to quit. The glamour of it fades. You face the reality. Do you think it's gaining you any respect? … [Read more...]


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What other industries can learn from the retail market
The retail sector has been subject to a huge change in recent years. It has long been insufficient to only address customers online or in retail stores. Consumers today are out and about on many channels and the customer journey is no longer linear or predictable by brands. In addition, they have almost unlimited access to products, product information, and reviews. Customers must therefore be addressed on the right channel, at the right time, with the right message or the right offer. Mobile channels such as smartphones, are of vital importance nowadays.
A study by Ipsos MediaCT and Sterling Brands has also shown that digital campaigns have various impacts. The do not only generate direct revenue in e‑commerce, but also drive foot traffic. In addition, the impact of a campaign does not end at the front door of the business. 71 percent of the customers who use smartphones to research in the shops believe that the smartphone has become an important part of their experience, the customer experience. Mobile devices are therefore increasingly personal shopping companions. The retail market is rapidly adjusting to this development and the digital transformation is already well advanced in this sector.
It has been found that cross-channel marketing in the retail business is a strategic competitive advantage nowadays. A study by International Data Corporation (IDC) brought to light, that customers who shop in stores as well as online are especially valuable for a company. They stay loyal to a brand 30 percent longer than the customers who exclusively shop on one channel.
Digital Transformation — Retail first, who's next?
The Digital Transformation has fundamentally changed the retail sector throughout the last couple of years. New business models, payment methods as well as new ways to interact and stay in touch with customers, whether on- or offline, have occurred. What does this mean for other industries? In the recent study "Survival through Digital Leadership" Deloitte Digital and Heads! assume that within the next three years the majority of verticals will be captured by the digital transformation. From consumer oriented sectors like media, telecommunications and finance to verticals such as manufacturing, healthcare and logistics. And the transformation is not a cakewalk. It requires substantial investment, skilled staff and especially time. Between two and five years are estimated for a digital transformation process.
Retail Best Practice — Success factors for Cross-Channel Marketing
So what can other industries learn from the digital transformation in retail business? First of all it is important to take the changing consumer behavior into account. Companies must reinvent themselves and develop marketing strategies to better engage their customers in meaningful conversations on any device, touchpoint or channel. Focusing on the customer lifecycle and maintaining consistency will result in better experiences throughout the whole customer journey. Secondly to be able to deliver on these new strategies, Marketers require a full 360-degree view of the customer. Forrester believes that, these days, only 12 percent of business data is used for analysis. Customers want personalised messages and offers, they root for companies to use data in a more innovative and personal way. Leading retail brand Sephora for example is consolidating data from all touch points and assesses the results in real-time. Therefore the brand is able to drill down into its marketing data mart to compile sophisticated segmentations using each customer's unique transactional history gathered from various interaction points. And last but not least, to deliver meaningful and contextual experiences, brands need to ensure that initially the right content is created and that it is executed at the right time, on the right channel. An interesting and inspiring content as well as the optimisation of each message for each device are essential ingredients for a meaningful "customer experience". Let's take a look at a real-life example.
Example L'Occitane — The digital transformation has already paid off.
A brand that has set up early in cross-channel marketing is the cosmetics producer L'Occitane. The company identified customer data as a main field for marketing development. With Adobe Campaign the brand created a 360-degree view of its customers. This puts the company in the position to better coordinate its online and offline marketing and create more effective and personalised campaigns. Result is a one-to-one relationship with each customer, optimising every buying experience and maximising lifetime purchases.
This comprehensive view of each customer also includes correct addresses, birthdays, preferred communication methods, and much more. L'Occitane is now able to deliver best-in class cross-channel messaging, that coordinates email, SMS, point of sale and direct mail within a single solution. The company also relies on the solution to manage transactional messages, such as delivering order confirmations after customers purchase products. Across every touchpoint of the customer lifecycle, L'Occitane creates value and intimacy. Every message, offer and interaction occurs in the right context and through the ideal channel. If customers prefer the direct mail channel for example, the brand would use this method of communication. If not, Adobe Campaign would automatically send out an email.
So what are the benefits for L'Occitane in cross-channel Marketing? Enabling the brand to orchestrate campaigns on all relevant channels and to make offers to customers on a local or regional basis, resulted in positive returns. In Germany for example, multi-buyer purchase frequency has increased by 18.5%. On a global basis revenues from email campaigns increased by 40% in some countries, while returns on direct-mail campaigns grow by as much as 4%. In general, email outreach is paying off better than ever, with a double-digit increase in e‑commerce revenues through email personalisation. So for L'Occitane, the digital transformation has already paid off.
Connected Experiences — Where the journey is heading
In todays world, customers are always "on" and have higher expectations on personalised, one-to-one dialogues with brands than ever before. Marketers need to ensure relevant, consistent and effective communications. In a connected world this leads to the need to create connected experiences — contextual, highly relevant and in real-time.
A recent example of connected experiences is the Amazon "Dash" button, which is initially available for premium customers in the US. The device will be attached to a household device, like a washing machine and is connected to the Wi-Fi network and Amazon App. If an Amazon customer would run out of detergent for example, he or she would just push the dash button to order. This really leads to smart replenishment – when you need it, just push the button.
In near future customers also expect entirely new shopping experiences. With augmented or virtual reality, there are many opportunities for retailers. Through cloud applications, in-store displays or data glasses, the customer will instantaneously be brought into the universe of a brand: one might access a wider range of offerings or develop their own design, tailored to their needs.
As highlighted before the world of retail and e‑commerce has been revolutionised. And digital transformation is changing the game for many other verticals right now. With cross-channel marketing brands have the right approach to orchestrate bidirectional communications through each available channel – whether this is email, website, SMS, direct mail, social media, mobile app, point of sale, call center, or emerging channels out of the Internet of Things. Marketers need to create experiences throughout the whole customer lifecycle and each message and offer needs to be relevant, contextual and often in real-time. This ensures consistency and engagement in a connected world. Are you prepared for the digital transformation? And how does your campaign management stack up?


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Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid Information
Although gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an important neurotransmitter in the body, it is also available in the form of a dietary supplement. These supplements are claimed to have several uses, such as helping with weight loss and improving mood.
Even though it is a nonprescription product, this supplement is not without risks. For example, you may be more likely than others to experience problems with gamma-aminobutyric acid if you:
- Have any chronic medical conditions
- Are pregnant
- Are breastfeeding.
If you have any of these conditions, make sure your healthcare provider has this information before you start taking gamma-aminobutyric acid.
(For more information, click Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid. This article tells you what you need to know about potential side effects of this supplement, available strengths, and more.)
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Many New Hampshire children, youth, and families who experience difficulties in day-to-day life due to serious emotional disturbances end up being moved out of their homes. They are often put into residential treatment facilities, psychiatric hospitals, juvenile justice facilities, or daytime programs that take them out of their schools and communities. Despite the best intentions and hard work of families and providers, services are difficult to navigate and are fragmented into uncoordinated systems.
New Hampshire has begun to make big strides to address these challenges with a new approach. The FAST Forward program – Families and Systems Together – is designed to serve youth with serious emotional disturbances and their families, whose needs aren't met by traditional service streams and programs. Submit a referral.
Family is at the core of FAST Forward's work. Family members have a voice in describing their needs and strengths, and a choice in identifying services and their supports. Families take a leadership role in their families' care as well in policy, planning, and evaluation of the overall system.
Youth voice is needed and valued, as youth are full participants in planning their care.
Services are home- and community-based: keeping youth in their homes and schools is a priority.
FAST Forward honors the culture and beliefs of each family served through this program.
The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE) has been awarded a four year, $12 million grant from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). This project will support the expansion and sustainability of a state level system of care (SOC) for children, youth, and their families to improve the lives of children and youth with serious emotional disturbances and their families by decreasing behavioral and emotional problems and improving functioning in home, school, and community for these youth.
FAST Forward staff and partners have been trained in the nationally recognized and evidence-supported wraparound process and will be working to build up the network of wraparound partners.
Our vision: a comprehensive statewide system of care that supports children and youth in their homes, schools, and communities.
For more information please contact Trinity Early, call 802.384.7016 or submit a referral.
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Grilling Tips
You're just about ready to grill like a pro, but before you fire up the barbie, here is a quick list of dos and don'ts that will keep you, your friends, and family fired up about your grilling talents.
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- Store charcoal in a dry place. Charcoal absorbs moisture readily and won't burn well if it is damp.
- Open top and bottom vents before starting a charcoal grill and while cooking. Close the vents when cooking is finished to extinguish the coals.
- For proper airflow in a charcoal grill, remove accumulated ashes from the bottom before starting fire. Since charcoal requires oxygen to burn, anything blocking the vents will reduce the heat generated by the coals.
- Always use tongs or a spatula when handling meat. Piercing meat with a fork allows delicious juices to escape and makes the meat less moist.
- If you partially cook food in the microwave or on the range, immediately finish cooking the food on the grill. Do not refrigerate or let stand at room temperature before cooking on the grill.
- Make sure the grilling surface is clean and preheated. Scrub the grid with a dry brass-bristled grill brush after every grilling session and again once the grill is preheated.
- Lubricate the grid or the food (or both) with vegetable oil. Do this right before you begin cooking or the oil will burn off before you start. It's also a good idea to drain most of the marinade from food before placing it on the grill.
- Don't try to turn or move food too soon. It takes about 10 minutes over high heat for the surface of a steak or piece of fish to cook enough so it will hold together and release easily.
- Watch foods carefully during grilling. Total cooking time will vary with the type of food, position on the grill, weather, temperature of the coals, and the degree of doneness that you desire.
- Set a timer to remind you when it's time to check the food on the grill.
- Never brush on barbecue sauce until the food is almost cooked through. It contains sugar, which burns easily.
- Always serve cooked food from the grill on a clean plate, not one that held raw foods.
- In hot weather, food should never sit out for over one hour. Remember to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.
- Wash all utensils, cutting boards, and containers with hot, soapy water after they have been in contact with uncooked meat.
- Extend the life of your charcoal grill by thoroughly cleaning it once a year. Discard accumulated ashes and remove the grid and charcoal grates. Spray the porcelain surface with oven cleaner and let stand until the accumulated grease is softened. Wipe out with paper towels. Wash with a mild detergent and water; rinse and wipe dry.
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This picture is similar to one I took in the library, but it turned out better than mine…click on the picture and follow the link for a more scholarly post on a trip to the Armitt Museum!
As promised, my next few posts will be excerpts that I copied out from various sources that I stumbled across in the Charlotte Mason Archives.
Don't know if anyone will catch the literary reference in the title (loved that book as a child!) but it is quite appropriate. Had I not made prior contact, I never would have seen the archives because the Armitt Museum is closed in order that the Charlotte Mason Archives, as well as some other archival materials, could be sorted and organized (or "organised", which looks so much prettier in print, don't you think?). I overheard snippets of conversations betwixt two of the staff while I sat at a table and busily scribbled out all the "nuggets of treasure" I could manage to write in three hours' time, and it seems that things are in quite a mess of confusion.
However, there was a skeletal kind of index that gave us an idea of which numbered boxes held which materials.
It was Dr. Coombs who pulled out this letter and showed it to me:
(This letter was copied by hand and then re-typed. There may be typographical or copy errors. Shared with permission from the Armitt Museum, Ambleside, Cumbria, UK)
This letter was sent to Miss Mason's good friend, Mrs. Franklin, and concerned her daughter Madge, who was around 9 years old at the time.
I almost cried after reading this…some of it reminded me so much of my own struggles with a "difficult" child…I nearly laughed out loud in the quiet, still library when I read "Handwork, so far, we have not managed"…!! I was struck by Miss Mason's gentle confidence…I could almost visualize her smiling and softly laughing as she thought and wrote about this unique and apparently vibrant young girl.
Other observations, random in nature:
Did they eat ALL the time? Maybe "second breakfast" isn't unique to Hobbits after all!
Many things can be accomplished in small pockets of time…quarters of an hour to learn an instrument or a language, and to think of starting at 8 am and still managing such a full yet delightful schedule, including a rest, and wrapping up by 7 or 8 in the evening. So often I feel so pressed for time, as if the clock is my enemy, and as though time for "school" has been squeezed out of my day by the tyranny of the urgent. Granted, Charlotte Mason lived at a school where there was a staff for such things as cleaning and cooking. But I have some "servants" as well, in the form of a dishwasher, microwave, and my fabulous washer and dryer. Have I ever mentioned my washer and dryer??? Oh…I digress…
Some children thrive on activity and adventure. I was not surprised to read that Madge was "radiant with happiness" after a long drive and a 6 mile walk. My own "active one" would be just as radiant were he to have such a holiday outing. That being said, not all of my other children would react similarly. There are times when we "divide and conquer" and one or some have an "adventure" with Dad or Grandma and Grandpa, and others remain at home.
I hope you have enjoyed reading this personal letter as much as I did!


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I just have to show you this. I met a young lady who contacted me after reading my post In Honor of Hannah. She reached out and shared a bit of her personal story with me, left me in tears and ever since then, we've stayed connected via social media.
Lauren Dubinski is only 24 years old, but like so many of us, she has experienced spiritual abuse and other life trauma and has been on her own journey of recovery and healing.
Just last week as she and her husband were quite preoccupied with getting ready for an upcoming overseas trip, I watched on Twitter and Facebook as Lauren coordinated an effort to help a Romanian family who was soon to be evicted from their home. This is what I saw on Facebook:
After this was posted on Facebook and Twitter, people started sharing the Facebook story and re-tweeting. Soon, money was coming in:
And then we got to see a picture of Lauren and her husband, Max presenting the money and the names of people who donated to the relieved neighbors.
Watching the whole incident transpire via social media was beautiful. Lauren's husband, Max, shared the story here.
Lauren and Max are currently in Bangladesh. I've been reading about their trip preparations for the past several weeks. She wrote an article for her blog today that is really worth reading. This sweet young woman has been able to go beyond the hurt and pain of her abuse and is spreading the love of Christ in real and practical ways to those in need.
We do not have to remain dragged down by the abuse of the past. We do not need to let it hold us captive. I'm so happy for Lauren (and Max). Be encouraged. Be motivated. Be all that Christ wants you to be.
Please read how Lauren is being the hands and feet of Christ in Bangladesh.


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The first Scavenger Hunt of the season is in the books and my legs and brains are tired (see picture at left). I want to take today and share some high points and pictures of this awesome event with you. We have five more Hunts coming up and I want to build your excitement. I want to get you to one of the upcoming hills on the appropriate date for a Hunt, because this event is world class and super fun, and you should totally do it.
Let me give you the generalities about New Belgium Scavenger Hunts before I hit you on the Taos details. This is an all out scavenger hunt on a ski mountain. There are 25 clues placed all over the ski area and teams of 1 to 4 people have 5 hours to find/solve as many as they can. Each clue has a different point value dictated by difficulty and the team with the most points at the end of the day wins. Oh yeah, most participants wear costumes.
On to the Taos details:
Friday morning, bright and early, we headed up to the Taos Ski Valley to shred some ski turns and look for the runs where the goods would be placed the following day. Skiing on the clock, yeah I know, life is tough. Anyway, we found all the spots by noon or 1 o'clock. We were not placing the clues on Friday, just skiing around and planning for the next day. We had to scout the day before because the next morning was going to be busy setting up the registration/after party area, dressing up volunteers, grabbing the boxes of clues and getting them into place by the start of the hunt at 10am. Saturday was going to be a crazy, so a plan was mandatory. After a few hours of skiing and planning and looking and discussing we retreated to the Bavarian lodge for soft pretzels paired with delicious German beer. We also took these moments to talk about time frames and finalize the scavenger hunt details for the following morning. After these details were laid down, and a few more ounces of beer were consumed, a few of us took back off for more ski shredding. We had to make sure the run plans for the next day were sound, and we felt the best way to figure that was more research (that means skiing).
That Friday night we took it easy, very easy. And then the big day rolled up and we were off towards the mountain. We backed our trailer in to the base area Saturday morning and started unloading, setting up jockey boxes (fancy beer faucets), organizing costumes and the like. A few minutes after we arrived the fine folks of FIT walked up and started helping. The Scavenger Hunt isn't free. A participant must buy a lift ticket and pay a $10 registration fee. This $10 gets you access to the clue sheet, a cape to wear on the hill and two free beers aprés event. The money goes directly to the affiliated non-profit in the community that hosts the Scavenger Hunt. In the case of Taos, the NPO is the Field Institute of Taos. The FIT folks had to sign people up in the morning, give out the clue sheets, act as the moving clues on the hill and then get ready pour the beer at the after party. It's busy for them and a big commitment. But it paid off in the end, because they got all the money, almost $2,500!
But back to the event. As the set up at the base finished all the clues had to be dispersed on the mountain. I took off with my lap top towards a mountain lodge that was four lift rides away. This was great because I got some turns in before the sitting. I got to park it in the Phoenix Lodge and talk to hunters about social media. I was only 1 of 25 clues all over the mountain. Some of the other clues were trivia about Taos, trivia about NBB, chasing costumed skiers, finding props in the woods, etc. The Hunt started at 10am and the participants had until 3pm to complete the list, and the clues were all over the mountain. A large percent of the clues could be found on the beginner to intermediate terrain, but some expert level skiing was required for a couple answers.
As the 3 o'clock bell tolled everybody started making their way back to the base of Taos to get their scores tallied and to get the party underway. We are a beer company, so we brought beer, a couple kegs to get the fun ripping. As teams came back, and turned in their clue sheets for scoring, everybody picked up their New Belgium/ Taos/FIT Scavenger Hunt commemorative pint glass and then got in line to fill it up. We had tunes cranking and people hanging out. After some hanging out happened and all the scores were tallied we got to announcing the winners. There was celebration as the winners collected their prizes and did a small (read: large) amount of gloating. Then they finally got off stage to get the raffle going.
In with your $10 donation for event participation you get a raffle ticket. The raffle starts out small, some t-shirts and such. But it progresses quickly. The grand raffle prize at Taos (and every other Hunt) is a pair of custom Fat Tire skis from Rocky Mountain Underground. So if the one raffle ticket isn't enough you can buy more. Each additional raffle ticket is another $5 towards the local non-profit (a big part of the fund raising). We gave the skis away to a woman that bought $100 worth of extra raffle tickets, I guess she really wanted those skis. The skis were gawked at, and high fives were slapped, then the party moved in to the base lodge. As we were outside cleaning up a band fired up inside and the party went on for hours. The day was a major success, everyone in the Taos area had a really fun time.
And then the event was over. We had Scavenger Hunt winners, we had raffle winners, we had some tired-out people, then we went home.
Sounds great, huh? Well there is another Scavenger Hunt this weekend in Telluride, CO, then Eldora, then Loveland, then Snolqualmie, WA, then the hunting season finishes in Squaw Valley, CA. An event every weekend for the rest of the spring skiing season (see the link at the top of the page for all the details). Do yourself a favor, go to one of these hunts, and bring your friends (and a costume). You will not regret it.


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This is the website of "Towards a comparative sociology of beauty:Â The transnational modelling industry and the social shaping of beauty standards in six European countries". This project investigates how beauty standards â perceptions of physical beauty in women and men â are socially shaped.
This research project was carried out at the University of Amsterdam from 2010 till 2015, and was funded with a Starting Grant from the European Research Council (ERC). Although the project has officially ended, our work is not done yet. Many publications are still forthcoming or in progress, and we still have many data to analyze, and many questions to answer.
This website gives information about the project and the researchers, the publications and methods, and the spin-offs and media appearances. We also use this website as a project archive. It contains all the publications in the form allowed by journal publishers (often this means: word documents), as well as all research instruments and methodological guidelines and appendices.
Moreover, this page will present updates on new beauty-related activities of the research team, and spin-off projects such as the the collaboration with comic artists who are creating a webcomic about this project.
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Comic book icon Alan Moore is urging fans to boycott Dwayne Johnson's new Hercules movie - because it's "wretched".
Outspoken Moore believes it's shameless for director Brett Ratner to release the film so soon after fellow comic book creator Steve Moore's death.
Moore, no relation, created the Hercules: The Thracian War comic series, which inspired the new movie. He died earlier this year.
Alan Moore tells Bleeding Cool, "I would ask that anybody out there who gives a damn about Steve Moore or his legacy not go to see this wretched film. It is the last thing that Steve would've wanted. And I cannot un-recommend it too highly or anybody involved in it. I think it is absolutely shameful... There are also more positive elements of Steve's legacy."
Moore claims his namesake found out about plans to turn his comic books into a movie a few months before his death.
He says, "(He told me), 'I've just written them (comic book bosses) an angry email asking why I wasn't consulted in this and when I can expect the something like $15,000... I haven't heard back from them. There's just a deafening silence."
According to CinemaBlend.com, Steve Moore's contract with Radical Comics bosses, who sold the film rights, made it clear he would have no involvement or money if a movie adaptation of his comics was made.
Alan Moore adds, "The only consolation was that his name wouldn't be going on it."
Dwayne Johnson hits the big screen as Hercules in America on Friday


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Great news from the land of Air Jordan…on June 2 the Air Jordan 1 "AJKO" will be re-released in two new colorways , Black/Red and "Black Toe" … The last time the AJKO dropped I personally missed the boat on them. I am hoping that does not happen again, as with all sneaker heads , keeping abreast with the most up to date info is key!!! For more info hit up the crew at http://www.nicekicks.com/2012/05/ajko-black-red-black-toe-release-date/
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AJKO is back!!!Posted in Uncategorized with tags Air Jordan, Nice Kicks, Nike on May 22, 2012 by mattyfresh697400
Air Jordan III's "True Blue"Posted in Air Jordan, Basketball, Sneakers with tags Air Jordan, Air Jordans 3s, Nike, Sneakers, True Blue on April 18, 2011 by mattyfresh697400
There are somethings in life that you simply must have. When I saw that Nike was re-releasing the Air Jordan III's in the "True Blue" colorway I think I started to actually shake. Clearly it doe not take much to get me excited. Now to put my sneaker fetish in perspective, I already have the Jordan III re-issues in the " White/Cement" colorway, but the "True Blue" is just a great summer shoe and I must cop as soon as they are available!!
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Having already been released in both black and white, the Air Jordan 3 can add one more colorway to its roster just in time for summer. Featuring the original box model, the retro sneaker is now available in a white/true blue combination with a primarily white leather upper and light blue strip around the midsole and inner lining. This model is expected to be available through select Nike stockists sometime around June!!!
Air Jordan 1 Alpha more colorways..I will take em both!Posted in Air Jordan, Basketball, Sneakers with tags Air Jordan, Kicks, Sneakers, WestNYC on March 4, 2010 by mattyfresh697400
I try to stop, I really do..but it keeps calling me and calling me….pookie from New Jack understands.
So why you ask would I want additional colorways in a sneaker I just purchased. Simply stated..I NEED THEM.
The Red/White & Black are just classic. I think I can dunk again. (Maybe my boy Lester at WEST can help me cop some of these…holla at me sir!)
Future Sole Jordan 1'sPosted in Air Jordan, Basketball, Fashion, Sneakers with tags Air Jordan, Jordan 1's, Kicks, Sneakers on February 26, 2010 by mattyfresh697400
I might very well be late on these joints, but who cares. I have a Jordan 1 crack habit that needs almost a weekly fix…The good folks at Sole Collector put me on to these and god damn I must have them. So fresh and So clean, clean!!
To celebrate the 2009 Nike Future Sole Design Competition, Jordan Brand created a limited run of these Air Jordan 1 Retro High's for a small group of lucky people. The colorway is simple at first glance, White, Black, and Red, but upon further inspection you'll notice that reflective hits have been added to the overlays on the upper to give the shoe some added flavor. Additionally the Future Sole logo is screened onto the heel of the shoe.
Check out the Nike Future Sole Design Winners
If you know where to get em…hit me!!!


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Cue John Williams' "Olympic Fanfare and Theme" because we have our very own gold-medal winners in Fairfax County.
No, Apolo Ohno didn't take up residence in Virginia, but we have the next best thing: five custodians from the Glen Forest Elementary school. Yes, that's right, they are gold-medal custodians.
While we were all snuggled up nice and warm in our blankets watching the women's cross-country ski competition, there was another competition taking place at home in Fairfax County: man vs. snow.
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The five custodians worked long hours shoveling, chipping away at ice and salting walkways to prepare for Tuesday's school opening. Together they worked as a team, with one aim in mind: bringing home the gold, or rather, revealing pavement, all in the name of education.
As of yet, snow shoveling is not an official Olympic sport, but it does take strength, endurance, and a healthy dose of Wheaties. So, in honor their hard work, the five each received a gold medal and a red rose bouquet -- a small thank you for a big dose of help.


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