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Anini Beach is one of the best stretches of beach on Kaua'i. It's also been dubbed the mini great barrier reef. It's at least 2 miles long of shallow waters that can be just a couple of feet deep with relatively no waves. The waves break on the reef and lose their intensity. This phenomenon makes Anini perfect for families with kids to swim, snorkel and kayak as they are protected by the coral reef. Take a look at this video – and rad on to see some of our amazing Anini Beach Vacation Rentals – and you'll surely want to add this to your list of places to play while here on Kauai.
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Anini is also amazing for open water swimming if you are training for Ironman or just want to do some laps in mother nature's pool. You can get lessons on OC1 Canoe Paddling, Windsurfing, SUP or even Kite Surfing here. Boat tours also launch from here via the boat ramp.
You don't have to be active here however, you can just chill out with a cool beverage, take in the breezes and go full sun or shade from the tall trees that Anini Beach provides. You can reserve pavilions for special events, there is water and showers plus bathrooms here too. Best of all, all of this is just down the road from our Anini Beach Rentals, giving you access to this and more!
This road provides access to many cottage style Anini Beach vacation rentals and mega mansions worth millions. Some were previously owned by Hollywood Actors and Actresses like Sylvester Stallone and Bette Midler. If you are driving from Kilauea, past the Kalihiwai Bridge, off of Kuhio Highway 560, just wait a few seconds until you see the Kalihiwai Rd sign on your right side. Go right but instead of turning right on Kalihiwai Road, make a left onto Anini Road.
As you drive make sure to go slow. Kids love this area to learn how to ride bicycles, play with their friends and camp with family. There are many areas you can pull off the road to find your own secluded beach or camping site.
You can also access Anini and our Anini Beach Vacation Rentals from Princeville via the trail located next to the Westin. Drop down the steep road and end up at Wyllies beach then head right to the main state park and
Sometimes, Anini Beach is too crowded to camp, so you just might want to do book a vacation rental ahead of time instead. Do some indoor camping and relax with all of the simple amenities. As you past all of the camping sites, you will see a dark brown wall that separates the camping site and the start of vacation rentals. Behind that wall, lie our Anini Beach rentals with upgrades like indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis with rooms for 3 families to stay in, great for family reunions.
If you are into fishing, you can have some breakfast then come out of your vacation rental and walk onto the beach and fish. There will be people walking the beach, but there is room to fish with your loved ones. Or wait until night and just enjoy some stargazing with your honey.
Anini is coveted for it's shells. There are famous tiny shells that make up Niihau Shell Lei called the keheleilani. If you are interested in collecting a few of these while on Kauai make sure to look close! They range in size but are all so small they disguise well in the sand. Sometimes you can find pink and red ones here on Anini beach. But please don't harvest them all, save some treasures for others who visit the garden island.
Staying at Anini Beach Vacation Rentals, you are perfectly located to explore many of the other exciting attractions on Kaua'i's North Shore. Just a few miles west lies the sleepy hamlet of Hanalei, home to the famous Hanalei Pier and Hanalei Beach. The bay is sheltered by the mountains as it forms a near perfect circle, making it another great family beach spot. Kids can safely play in the shallow, calm water and adults will love lounging on the luxurious sand and going for a swim. Build a sandcastle and watch the sunset from the pier – it's a highlight of any trip to Hanalei!
If you head east from Anini, you can visit the Kilauea Lighthouse on Kilauea Point. Perched some 500 feet above the pounding surf below, this light is also a sanctuary for some of the island's most special residents: the Hawaiian goose, or nene. To the west of Hanalei you can explore the scenic beaches of Lumahai, Haena, and Ke`e. From Ke`e you are afforded stunning views of the Na Pali coast and its jagged sea cliffs, while across the road from Haena Beach is the mythical "haunted" Maniniholo Dry Cave. The cavern is spacious and has a sandy flower, so it is perfect for exploration. What secrets will you find inside?
Speaking of secrets, you should only read this next paragraph if you can keep one.
Okay, are you ready? This is just between us…There is a secret beach on Kaua'i's North Shore. You've probably already driven past it and not even been aware. Between Kalihiwai Bay and Kilauea Point is beautiful stretch of beach known as Kauapea, or Secret Beach. Accessible only be a short (but steep) trail, this magnificent half-mile of sand can be your own private kingdom, complete deserted depending on the time of day (and if you keep the secret). Ringed by trees and the soaring cliffs above, this perfect expanse of sand is dotted with tide pools that are perfect for exploring. There is even a secluded waterfall. If you can keep a secret, and you don't mind a little exertion to get there, this beach is well worth the trip!
As you can see, the North Shore has plenty to offer you on your next visit.
Contact us today to learn more about these amazing vacation rentals on kauai, or book our Anini Beach vacation rentals today!


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Hello lovelies!
Today its all about this beautiful trench coat from Zaful
The pastel shade is so cool and not too much in the face so you can dress your way around it. It can be worn with or without the belt, either way you choose to style it, you are good to go. I decided to use all white underneath so the coat can pop. The fabric of the coat is so good with the timeless lapel trend.
Zaful is an online shopping store for the latest trends in fashion. I particularly love the quality of their clothes and the fast delivery, this coat came within 2 weeks of order.
It was raining during this photoshoot, so i had to take the pictures again, the first set weren't good.
Be matching the umbrella with my lippy.
Guess what, there is a Give Away going on at Zaful. All you have to do is to click on the give away link and comment the link of your favorite item with your email address to win a gift card. 10 people stand a chance of winning $100 gift card. Promo ends Nov 31. winners will be contacted Dec 1-3.
wore a black sandal from H$M to complete the look.Thats it for today people. Do visit Zaful and check back here again on saturday.
Blessed thoughts: Don't stop dreaming, it is POSSIBLE.

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Unclaimed Funds Reach $600 Million in Missouri
Missouri is experiencing a large amount of unclaimed funds with the state treasury. All the renowned state treasuries are aware of the problem of unclaimed or lost funds. Similarly, the Missouri unclaimed property pile touches an alarming figure of $600 million. In comparison to the growth rate of Missouri unclaimed funds, the reclaim rate is pretty low, which is a big cause of concern for the state agencies.
Missouri unclaimed money search was an unrealistic concept for many of the people who live in the area, as they never believed in getting back lost funds. The state considers this ignorance as the main reason behind the growing pile of increasing unclaimed funds in the treasury that are still waiting for the owners.
The total unclaimed money records currently with the state agencies are about 600 million. It is due to the efforts of the state, in coordination with the federal agencies that there has been a massive return of $35 million last year. The state initiatives introduced by the agencies include efforts like sending individual post cards to the owners of the lost property on the last known address.
Missouri maintains an official website by the name of WWW.ShowMeMoney.com, wherein people can conduct free unclaimed money searches. People in the state of Missouri also have an option of registering for free E-mail notification if they have any unclaimed property lying under their name.
The state organized fairs offer on the spot information to the people on a walk-in basis. These fairs assist people in locating unclaimed properties around the state and help them in reclaiming through the mentioned procedure. Over the phone assistance to the public is offered to the people who wish to file application for reclaiming process. The state agencies believe these steps will assist them in getting a firm grip on the increasing problem of unclaimed funds in Missouri.


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Gül İnanç is a lecturer at School of Art, Design and Media, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Her areas of interest and expertise include: modern diplomatic history of West Asia, history and intercultural education for peace. She has three books and various articles on Turkish diplomatic history. Her recent published work focuses mostly on history education for secondary schools, intercultural and global cultural heritage education for peace and conflict resolution.
In 2004 she headed the team which re-wrote the history text book (3rd Vol) for high school education in North Cyprus. In 2007 she was the first Turkish scholar to teach simultaneously at the University of Cyprus (the Greek Cypriot state university) and Eastern Mediterranean University (Turkish Cypriot state university). Her current projects include creating student activity books/animated films/story books promoting global cultural heritage, deciphering the codes of contemporary religious art in the interfaith contexts and working with UNESCO on writing teacher's source books for ASEAN countries. She has been awarded Koh Boon Hwee Scholar in 2016.


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Plattform: On Distribution
Saturday 8 Dec 19:00
Free. The event will be in English.
Plattform is Bergen Kunsthall's lecture series connected to our exhibition programme and wider contemporary debates.
A discussion on self-organised distribution networks.
Artists Joar Nango and Tanya Busse from our winter exhibition 'On Circulation' present their project 'The Nomadic Library' in conversation with artist and writer Danielle St-Amour.


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- Toblerone has been turned into the perfect king-sized ice cream bar.
- The ice cream is only available in the UK right now with no current plans to make its US debut.
- Popular candy bars are frequently turned into ice cream flavors, and Toblerone is just the latest to be added to the mix.
Snickers, Twix, and Kinder Bueno (just to name a few) are some childhood favorite chocolate bars that have turned into ice cream, making us want to run to the frozen sections of our local supermarkets. Now, Toblerone can be added to the mix.
Yes, it's true — the nutty, rich goodness is hopping on board the ice cream train with a taste that is sure to satisfy all types of cravings.
What is Toblerone Chocolate?
Toblerone is made from some of the finest raw materials from around the world. The cocoa ingredient comes from cocoa trees that grow in the hot, humid zones between 20 degrees north and south of the equator. Every year, such a tree will yield 20 to 50 fruits, which in turn hold about 25 to 50 cocoa beans. Differences in taste, aroma and color of the chocolate are largely due to the species of cocoa tree, but are also affected by the makeup of the soil in the specific area of cultivation. Toblerone is made from a selection of cocoa beans from different parts of the world, including Mexico, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
Milk is added to the chocolate to give it that creamy, silky texture. The milk in Toblerone comes mainly from Switzerland, the country that produces the best quality dairy products.
The almond nougat (a.k.a. the star ingredient) is a mixture of almonds, honey, and egg whites, which give the chocolate its fluffy, light consistency and unique taste that separates Toblerone from the other leading chocolate brands.
The History of Toblerone
Toblerone originates from the chocolatier's family name "Tobler" combined with "torrone", the Italian word for nougat. There are many great legends about Toblerone's infamous triangular shape. Chocolate lovers around the world have always believed that Theodor Tobler took his inspiration from his mountainous homeland, Switzerland.
Right from the start, Theodor Tobler had a feeling that his new product would become famous — and boy, was he right. Concerned that someone might imitate his chocolate bar, his company, Tobler AG, applied for a patent in 1909 in Bern, Switzerland, to cover the manufacture of Toblerone. It soon became the first patented milk chocolate bar with almonds and honey.
Judging from its history, you can tell that Toblerone takes great pride in its product — And just the same can be said for its brand new line of ice cream.
The Ice Cream
If you're the type a person who can down an entire king-sized chocolate bar in a single sitting than you'll be happy to know that the new Toblerone ice cream comes in packs of three.
But with every good thing comes an unfortunate catch — the ice cream is only available in the U.K. and will NOT be making its way overseas to the U.S. So if you want in, hop on a flight to England and race to the nearest Tesco or Asda store straight from the airport.
For only £3 (plus the price of a flight to the U.K.), you too can indulge in the chocolate-honey frozen heaven of Toblerone.
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So I was free-styling a mean for the end of the week, as I usually crash in from work and just want junk food, but in this time of resolutions (Such as the one I made to lose some weight, but horror-of-horrors this might mean cutting down on beer, and me with lots of exciting home brew ideas to try...) I wanted something a bit healthier.
And so I thought - bean burgers - they are pretty healthy, right? And they must be easy to make too, right? And you know what, I was right, and guess what also, they are tasty too. So if you are looking for an alternative to meaty snacks, why not make some of these, freeze them and then dig them out when you need a meal in a hurry!
2 Tins of beans (I used chickpeas, but kidney, black, or any other variety are good too)
2 Onions - Finely chopper
2 Cloves Garlic
A good handful of fresh coriander
1tsp Cumin
1/2tsp Chili Powder
Some cream crackers
Salt and pepper
Fry the onions until they brown slightly. Put them in a food mixer with the (drained) beans, garlic, coriander and spices, then season to taste. Blitz the mixture until it turns into a thick and fairly smooth paste.
In a pestle and mortar, crush the crackers, and add them a bit at a time, to the bean paste, until it thickens up. The number of crackers needed will vary depending on consistency of the bean mixture, bu you are looking for a firm texture, so the burgers don't fall apart when you cook them.
Once you have the right texture, leave the mixture to stand for 10 minutes, then form into patties - the recipe should make six to eight, depending on how small you want them. Then you can either freeze them for later, fry or grill them (Frying works best, but grilling is more healthy...)
Serve however you like your burgers - I like mine smothered in full fat mayo and lots of cheese. Hmmm, so much for that diet idea then...


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Lifetime has released a trailer for singer Michel'le's biopic Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Michel'le, about her experience with NWA and her relationships with Dr. Dre and Suge Knight. The movie is intended as a supplement to last year's NWA biopic Straight Outta Compton, which notably left out the part about Dre's alleged abuse.
In the Lifetime clip below, we see Michel'le—and hear her telltale "Minnie Mouse" voice—being recruited by Ruthless Records, home of NWA. There's a scene where fictional Dre (actor Curtis Hamilton) complains, "I gave you this track a week ago. Where is it?"and then threatens to kick her ass. Michel'le is played by actress Rhyon Nicole Brown (who has a great voice in real life; here's her covering Adele's "Hello"). And the dude who played Suge Knight in Straight Outta Compton, R. Marcos Taylor, will do so again here.
Michel'le had been vocal about the alleged abuse she faced and was also openly critical of Straight Outta Compton's omission of the women behind the men of NWA. Consider this her attempt to reposition the narrative and represent the voices often suppressed in favor of lauding successful men in hip-hop (see: Dee Barnes). The biopic premieres October 15.


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You are driving home to your hometown in North Carolina when you are hit by another driver. You hear a snap in your leg just as you feel pain blossoming. You know you are hurt pretty badly and won't be able to get out of your car without help.
What you don't realize is that the speed of your vehicle and your elevated blood-alcohol level contributed to the wreck. You were driving at night and had no idea you had crossed the double-yellow line into the other lanes of traffic.
Because of that, you contributed to the wreck and enacted contributory negligence. You may not be eligible for compensation for your injuries because of these factors. Let's take a deeper look into contributory negligence so you can understand your situation.
Definition for North Carolinians
The doctrine of contributory negligence states that a victim who is determined to be even only one percent at fault for the accident may be denied compensation for the injury. This is known as pure contributory negligence.
For example, if the plaintiff was speeding and got into a wreck due to their speed, then contributory negligence would take effect. They would not get compensation for their injuries since they were at fault for the wreck.
The victim's contributory negligent behavior will serve as a way to make sure the defendant is not sued again for any money for the victim's injuries.
North Carolina is one of the states that applies this doctrine along with Alabama, Maryland, and Virginia. The District of Columbia is another area that applies this doctrine.
Examples of Contributory Negligence
You decide to swim in the community pool along with your family. You want to use the diving board and decide to do so against the wishes of your spouse. You jump off of the board into the shallow water and get a brain injury.
You don't see the signs around the pool at your eye-level that say to not dive into the shallow water. This means that you are negligent by jumping into the shallow water anyway.
If you are crossing the street and not paying attention to your surroundings, you are considered negligent in the eyes of the state of North Carolina. If you are hit by a car as you cross the street while not paying attention, the driver is not liable for the bills you incur during your recovery.
What Does This Mean for You?
The state of North Carolina takes contributory negligence very seriously. If you are considered to be at fault for your injuries in any way, you would not be eligible for compensation of any kind. You would not be able to sue the other party for any damages you have incurred because of the accident.
Because of North Carolina using pure contributory negligence, all it would take is one percent of fault on your end for you to not be compensated for your injuries. Once you are considered to be negligent, you would be on your own in terms of paying off the bills for any injuries you may receive from the accident.
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Considered to be one of Japan's three most beautiful festivals with origins in the late 16th to early 17th century, Takayama's Sanno Matsuri heralds the arrival of spring, and is the annual festival of the guardian, Sanno-sama. Twelve floats, or yatai, appear in the Kamimachi area. Three of these floats present performances by karakuri ningyo, or marionettes. The main events include the procession of hundreds of people in traditional dress accompanying the portable shrine (mikoshi), the pulling and gathering of the twelve floats, the karakuri performances, and the fantastic spectacle of the lantern-adorned floats during the night festival on April 14.
Takayama Spring Festival
April 14 - 15, 2017


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Check out a full stream of Isaiah Rashad's new release.
Isaiah Rashad's new Cilvia Demohas been out for over a week now, and since its release we've seen plenty of praise pour in, including praise from the HNHH team, concerning the strength of Rashad's first official release.
Now the album has been out for a bit, the TDE spitter has let go a stream of the project through Spotify. If you didn't purchase the LP, you can press play below to enjoy the laid-back listening experience, preferably with a joint in hand.
Isaiah is the first on the TDE label to drop a project in 2014, and we can expect much more from Top Dawg through out 2014, as they have plans to release five other albums, including ScHoolboy Q's Oxymoron, Ab-Soul's project of an unknown title and SZA's Z.


text: Best Of 2012: Local Coffee HouseWhile you were voting for your favorite local bean empire this year, change was under way behind the scenes at said empire. Don and Kay Heaberlin, owners of Pikes Perk's downtown branch, split from roaster Rick Roehrman, purchased nearby Purple Mountain Coffee Co., and commenced with their own roasting operation. Hence the two names you see above. Moving forward, the north Perk should offer more of what you've come to expect and reward, including live music on Friday and Saturday nights, while the downtown business has announced changes around environmental consciousness, meaning more fair-trade and organic goodies. Truly, it's a whole new flavor. So be clear next year in your voting, and until then, chug some caffeine in both Perks' honors. — Matthew Schniper


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Background and Purpose
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has identified special Flood Hazard Areas within the boundaries of Calvert County. Special Flood Hazard Areas are subject to periodic inundation which may result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of the tax base, which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare.
Floodplains are defined by the Federal Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). Where FIRM map boundaries and elevations disagree, elevations prevail. FIRM maps are available from the Department of Planning & Zoning.
Flood Mitigation Planning
The goal and purpose of the Calvert County Flood Mitigation Plan (FMP) is to improve Calvert County's and its municipalities' resistance to floods by identifying actions to reduce the impacts of floods to county residents and structures. The FMP examines historical flood events and identifies the causes of those events. In addition, a vulnerability analysis identifies which communities and individual structures are most vulnerable to flooding, and discusses the potential economic and public health and safety impacts to the county. A comprehensive summary of existing preventative measures being implemented is also contained within, including a warning and response procedure. Several recommendations are made in the FMP to strengthen the county's resilience to flood events. The FMP is a requirement of the County's participation in FEMA's Community Rating System Program.
Calvert County Flood Mitigation Plan (PDF)
The plan is currently being updated. A Steering Committee has been created and a Public Meeting was held on November 28, 2016. The PowerPoint presentations made at the meeting can be found at the following links:
Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment by Michael S. Scott PhD (PDF)
2016 All-Hazards Mitigation Plan and Flood Mitigation Plan Update Deepa Srinivasan (PDF)
In addition to the countywide Flood Mitigation Plan, the Department of Planning & Zoning is preparing a series of small area flood mitigation plans for the county's most flood-prone communities. These communities include:
- Cove Point (PDF) (adopted)
- Broomes Island (PDF)(adopted)
- Plum Point – includes the communities of Breezy Point and Neeld Estate
- Town of Chesapeake Beach and Town of North Beach
To view interactive mapping of the FEMA flood hazard areas, visit the County's mapping page.
Zoning regulations for floodplain areas in Calvert County are located in the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance, Section 8-2.
Development in the Floodplain
If you are building a structure or adding onto an existing structure and are located in or near the FEMA Flood Hazard Area, you may be required to submit several documents with your permit application package. The following forms can be found on the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) website:
- Agreement to Submit an Elevation Certificate
- V-Zone Design Certificate
- Floodplain Venting Affidavit
- Declaration of Land Restriction (Non-Conversion Agreement)
The following forms and documents can be found on the FEMA website:
- NFIP Elevation Certificate Form and Instructions - FEMA Form 086-0-33 (PDF)
- NFIP Floodproofing Certificate for Non-Residential Structures - FEMA Form 086-0-34
Participation in the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Program
Calvert County participates in FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS) Program, which requires the County to engage in activities that protect the 100-year floodplain, provide the public with 100-year floodplain information and data resources, and conduct public outreach about floodplain hazards and the means to protect property against flood damage. Calvert County's participation in the CRS Program allows county residents owning property with structures within the 100-year floodplain to receive a 10% discount on their flood insurance premiums when they initiate or renew their flood insurance policies (effective May 1, 2015).


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For the first time, the Mediterranean Diet has been ranked as the best overall and easiest to follow diet in 2019, according to U.S. News & World Report. It was also named the best diet for healthy eating, best plant-based diet, best diet for diabetes and the easiest diet to follow.
But what exactly is the Mediterranean diet? We hear about the Mediterranean Diet in the news, but how can you put it into practice?
The Mediterranean Diet gets its origins from the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. The diet's history goes all the way back to the Middle Ages and the eating habits of ancient Roman tradition. However, the health benefits were not studied and defined until the 1960s.
The diet is based on traditional foods in the Mediterranean, such as Crete, Italy and Greece. Researchers found that people in the Mediterranean were much healthier than Americans and had a lower risk of lifestyle diseases. From an initial study during the 1950s and 60s, the Mediterranean Diet as we know it today was formed.
By following the Mediterranean Diet you will increase your longevity, lose/manage your weight and decrease your risk of lifestyle diseases. Want to know more?
What is the Mediterranean Diet?
This is not necessarily a diet—it is a way of life and a way of eating for the rest of your life. It is not a quick fix, but a long term healthy way to eat and live. It is a lifestyle.
The Mediterranean Diet does not cut out one food group, but puts an emphasis on the healthiest ones and gives healthier options for the not so healthy ones.
This is not a structured diet with strict rules, but an eating pattern to maintain throughout your life. There are no specific measurements, no counting calories or macronutrients. It is a diet that you can interpret and alter in whatever way works best for you.
When it comes to food, the focus is on the traditional foods of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. The diet can be fun and flavorful with olive oil, herbs and spices and, if you are so inclined, a glass of wine.
Your main food source will be plant-based: Fruits, vegetables, grains, seeds and nuts.
However, the diet is much more than that.
The largest emphasis in the Mediterranean Diet pyramid is on physical activity, mindful eating with friends and family, socializing and enjoying life.
The History of the Mediterranean Diet
In the 1950s and 60s the Seven Countries Study looked at heart and vascular diseases in countries that have varied traditional eating patterns and lifestyles. The study found that the dietary patterns of countries in the Mediterranean were associated with low rates of coronary heart disease and longevity.
From the study, it was clear that people who ate a diet of fruits, vegetables, grains, beans and fish were healthiest.
The concept of the Mediterranean Diet emerged from the Seven Countries Study.
In 1993, the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid was created by the Oldways in partnership with the Harvard School of Public health and the World Health Organization. The pyramid was created as an alternative for to the USDA's original food pyramid.
What to Eat
The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid is a map for healthy eating and living. On the Mediterranean Diet, the goal is to find a way to eat that is sustainable. Your main source of food will be plant-based, with less dairy, poultry and meat. That doesn't mean you have to completely cut out those foods, but eat them in moderation.
While the Mediterranean Diet doesn't strictly prohibit certain foods, it does recommend avoiding them most often.
The diet is based on foods with a whole, single ingredient. Check out our simple Mediterranean diet pyramid for visual help.
Eat regularly:
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Legumes
- Potatoes
- Whole grains
- Herbs
- Spices
- Seafood (twice a week)
- Olive oil
Eat in Moderation:
- Poultry (chicken, turkey, etc.)
- Cheese
- Milk
- Eggs
- Yogurt
Eat rarely:
- Red Meat
- Sweets
- Wine
Avoid eating:
- Sugar-sweetened beverages
- Foods with added sugars
- Processes meat
- Refined grains
- Refined oils
- Processed foods
When it comes to the diet, you don't need to eat meat, poultry or seafood every meal to get your protein. Add beans, whole grains and vegetables for a protein and fiber packed meal.
If you want dessert try fruit that is in season. Eat it raw, poach, sauté or grill whatever fruit you have on hand. Get creative.
If you want, add a glass of red wine to the mix. While wine is included in the diet, make sure to not overdrink. Women and men over the age of 65 should drink no more than 5 ounces of wine daily. And men under 65 should drink no more than 10 ounces, according to Mayo Clinic. If you are unable to stick to these guidelines or have a history of alcohol abuse – refrain from drinking.
How to Follow the Diet
There are many ways to implement the Mediterranean Diet into your daily life and schedule. Follow these easy steps to get started.
- Replace refined grains with whole grains, white bread while whole wheat bread, white rice with brown rice.
- Instead of using butter or margarine, use olive oil.
- Use herbs and spices to flavor foods.
- Eat seven to 10 servings of fruit and vegetables a day. Choose all kinds and colors of plants to get a broad range of nutrients and fiber. You can roast, steam or eat them raw.
- Keep almonds, cashews or pistachios on hand for a healthy snack. Choose natural nut butters (with no additives).
- Change the way you think about meat. When you do eat it, have smaller portions.
- Eat seafood twice a week.
- Cook a vegetarian meal at least once a week.
- Enjoy dairy products, but in moderation.
- Add whole grains and fruit to every meal.
- Eat fruit for dessert.
It can seem overwhelming to get started on any new diet. But take one step at a time and make simple switches, like replacing your white bread with whole wheat bread.
Since this is a diet to be followed long term, make sure you start off slow. You don't need to completely change your eating habits in one go. Find what works best for you and implement the diet over time.
A great way to start following the Mediterranean diet is to incorporate healthy snacks. Check out our Free Keto Friendly Snack Guide.
Foods You Can Eat
- Vegetables: Tomatoes, broccoli, kale, spinach, onions, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cucumber, zucchini, carrots, cabbage, asparagus, green beans, beets, chard, mushrooms, bell peppers
- Fruits: Apples, bananas, oranges, cherries, strawberries, grapes, pears, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, dates, figs, melon, peaches, nectarine, watermelon, avocado, plums
- Nuts and seeds: Almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, walnuts, pistachios, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds, pepitas, flaxseed, hemp seed, poppy seeds, chia seeds
- Legumes: Peas, beans, lentils, pulses, peanuts, chickpeas
- Tubers: Potatoes, sweet potatoes, turnips, yams
- Whole grains: Brown rice, quinoa, whole oats, rye, barley, farro, corn, buckwheat, whole wheat, whole grain bread and pasta
- Fish and seafood: Salmon, sardines, tuna, trout, mackerel, shrimp, oysters, clams, crab, mussels, halibut, swordfish, cod
- Poultry: Chicken, duck, turkey, eggs
- Dairy: Cheese, yogurt, Greek yogurt, milk
- Herbs and spices: Garlic, mint, basil, oregano, rosemary, sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper, thyme, cumin, cardamom, dill, turmeric
- Healthy fats: Olive oil, olives, avocado, avocado oil
- Drink: Water, coffee, tea, red wine (in moderation)
Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
The benefits of the Mediterranean Diet are far-reaching.
The diet is good for healthy weight loss and management. If you follow the diet and don't overeat, it should be easy to manage your weight.
Research has shown that people who follow the diet will have a reduced risk of lifestyle diseases, such as heart disease, heart attacks, diabetes, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, stroke, premature death and some cancers.
The Mediterranean Diet strengthens bones, improves brain health, improves eye health, helps you breathe better and wards off dementia and depression.
With all of these benefits, many organizations and studies recommend that people incorporate the Mediterranean Diet into their lifestyle.
The Bottom of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid
The Mediterranean diet is a lifestyle. And a large aspect of that is not about eating, but about how you live your life. The focus is on enjoying time with friends and family and getting some movement.
Socializing and spending time with people is important to this diet. Enjoy a delicious meal in the company of loved ones, talk, eat slow and relax. While it may be difficult in this day and age, make an effort. Put the phone away, turn off the television and focus on the people around you. You will get much more enjoyment out of your meal if you are taking the time to listen to others and eat mindfully.
Other than enjoying time with others, physical activity is an important aspect of the Mediterranean Diet. Physical activity is anything that works best for you, as long as you are moving and getting some exercise. Go for a long walk, do some yoga, take a workout class, go swimming. The options are endless. There are no set guidelines. Just move with joy and be active. The important part is that you are getting in some movement to go along with your healthy eating.
Ready to give it a try?
We hope this has answered your question of "What is the Mediterranean Diet?"The Mediterranean Diet should not be intimidating or overwhelming. It is a way to improve your health through delicious food, movement and socialization.
The great thing about this diet—the cost is dependent on you. While certain olive oils and fish can be expensive, there are ways to do this on a budget, especially if you are cutting back on your meat intake.
The Mediterranean Diet offers a way to take charge of your health and increase your longevity. As Jim Rohn said: "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live."


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All members will be able to use the 3D printers for free, with no additional material cost. As part of this, prints will be batched each day and will be run using whatever material is in the printer. If you want to use a specialized material or a particular color, there will be a fee for that print.
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Peter asks: Since I intensively use my bandwidth for multiple purposes, including VoIP (Vonage), Skype, Web browsing, Streaming video (DLNA or YouTube) and sometimes even gaming (PS3), I was looking for a modern QoS (Quality of Service - internet traffic prioritization) featured Wireless router with good signal strength/coverage. I like the features of Apple's AirPort Extreme routers, but they lack QoS features. What do I need to know?
Peter, there are a few things to note about most consumer-grade (i.e. sub $500) routers. In my experience:
- They all do some sort of QoS/packet-shaping/congestion control internally anyway (see this this discussion of "TCP Vegas")
- Enabling true QoS in consumer-grade routers that support it is often met with less than desirable results. I think this is because of the CPU speed in most of these routers, or perhaps the "cheap" QoS algorithms they employ. Whatever the case, it's often just not worth the trouble.
On top of all this, most of our cable modem connections are "burstable", meaning we can have access to a short period of increased bandwidth at the start of any transfer, then it slows down to our "official" speed. Enabling QoS means you have to set your router to use 95% of your lowest maximum speed in order to ensure overhead room, meaning you'll never see the benefits of burstable bandwidth.
For example: if you have a 10Mbps connection that can burst all the way up to 20Mbps, you'd need to set QoS to a maximum of 9.5Mbps in order to leave it room to do its magic. Because of this, your router would never let you see the 20Mbps bursts.
In short, I don't think QoS is necessary or worthwhile for most home and small office users, and I've never had a need for it here at my home-office (running DD-WRT on a Dual Band Linksys WRT600N).


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Doors: 6:30PM
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Featuring: Sleeping Beauty
Event type: All Ages / Licensed
Panto: A magical tale of Fairies, true love and spinning wheels. Princess Rose is about to celebrate her 18th birthday, but the evil Fairy Malicia has other ideas. Can Rose's friends Nurse Nelly Nutmeg and Court Jester Jingling Jerry save the day? Can the good but somewhat scatter-brained Fairy Forget-me-not remember how to aid the good guys? A traditional family panto packed with jokes, silliness, and oodles of audience participation.
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November 29, 2018 - December 9, 2018
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Scientists have found an exciting discovery from a not-so-exciting creature — the ability to sneeze. Sponges, yes, the porous marine invertebrates have shown that they engage in the act of sneezing.
Marine sponges are known as some of the oldest living creatures that still inhabit the earth. For over 600 million years they have changed relatively little. The marine biologists and scientists who study them regard them as primitive. Sponges have always been labeled a mystery because they are able to react to environmental changes even with their lack of muscle and nerve systems.
The study was done at the University of Alberta in Canada with graduate student Danielle Ludeman acting has one of the leading probes into one of nature's least active creatures. "When I first started working in this project, it was very surprising to me how responsive sponges really are," she said. She explained that sponges, with their lack of organs, tissues, and nervous systems, they are regarded as mere lumps of cells to most people. Nonetheless, after Ludeman's study concluded, much new information about these types of animals was revealed.
The fact the sponges sneeze without the need for a brain is truly noteworthy. The study found that sponges responded to external stimuli in a similar fashion as humans. Sponges have an osculum – used to expel unwanted and waste particles from the body of the sponge. Within the osculum there are finger-like structures called cilia. These cilia are very similar to what humans have in their nose to filter out unwanted particles. When the sponge senses a buildup of particles and waste within its body it will create a signal for the sponge to contract its entire body – thus, a sneeze.
In the same way humans inhale before a sneeze, so do the sponges. When the sponges sense a buildup of sediment in their cavities they "inhale" water to build pressure within the sponge and then release it – expelling the irritants.
Although the sneeze is a similar action to what we experience, a sponge's sneeze can last from 30 minutes to one hour.
The scientific study shows that sponges are much more complex than once thought. The results from the study are remarkable and unexpected considering sponges do not possess a sensory system or any sensory cells. Gert Wörheide, an evolution expert of sponges for the Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich, Germany said, "This is a very exciting and comprehensive study that clearly demonstrates that sponges are more sophisticated."
Study Leader, Sally Leys, of the University of Alberta said, "The sneeze is a delightful behavior." She explain that this new discovery is a great way to understand how different parts of an organism's body coordinate and how they may have evolved as early multicellular animals.
This discovery also probes into further research for brain development and sensory system development. Because the primitive organism was able to react in such a way to external stimuli, it opens up a new chapter on the evolution of a brain-like system in similar organisms.
While the world of sponge research may not excite many, some marine biologists are dripping wet with curiosity. The discovery of ability to sneeze from a sponge will pave the way for new research being done to better understand primitive organisms and their evolution. Sponges may not be the most active of ocean life, but their simplicity and sturdiness have allowed them to stand the test of time.
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From boozy parties to random hook-ups – Cruise ship workers reveal what goes on behind closed cabin doors
Experienced cruising staff have explained what it's really like to work at sea
CRUISE ship workers have jumped online to give brutally honest accounts of what it's like to work at sea.
As well as being able to travel the world on the job, it turns out that working on board ship is a lot less boring than you might expect.
From secret sex sessions to crazy parties, anonymous crew members have revealed six facts about what really goes on behind closed cabin doors…
Crew hook-ups are frequent
Staff members hanging out at a crew party are likely to get lucky, confessed a number of cruise ship workers.
Reddit user MirtaGev admitted that "everyone sleeps with everyone", while another anonymous employee added: "Sex? Yep that's easy to get".
The work is tougher than you'd expect
Even though many crew workers admit that there's a buzz and party atmosphere on board ship, the majority confessed that the work is harder than you'd expect.
A Reddit user said: "Crew members are super hard working and work weeks are 70 hours a week without a single day off for 6-8 months at a time."
Even though the work is tough, another commenter said: "It's a hard lifestyle to maintain and sleep is limited if you're social and want to go ashore at the same time.
"But in my opinion, totally worth it."
There's a great party atmosphere
Even though staff often have to work gruelling hours, many of the Reddit users admitted that this didn't stop them letting their hair down.
There's no doubt that there'd be some sore heads on an early shift, as one worker admitted: "There is a crew only bar, and beers are $1.50 (around £1.14)".
Others revealed that crew parties often started after midnight, when most of the guests would be heading to bed.
Hanky panky with passengers is prohibited
While it's common for staff members to get frisky with one another, they have to keep it professional with guests.
If cruise workers are caught having inappropriate relations with travellers, they can be harshly disciplined.
LIFE ON THE OCEAN WAHEY-VE On-board orgies, swinging and nudity – how randy young cruise-goers are turning ships into Love Island at sea
One Reddit user explained: "You get busted, you have a masters hearing and you're sent home at the next port."
To avoid any legal trouble, the crew member revealed that workers aren't even allowed to get in a lift with guests if they're the only two people in it.
Staff don't get the same perks
It turns out that cruise workers don't get their hands on the same delicious food that's offered up to the guests.
While several anonymous staff members claimed that the food was "inedible", one even admitted: "I would have rather slept on my 30 minute dinner break than eaten the horrible food they provided."
Travelling the world is the biggest bonus
A major bonus of working at no fixed location is that you get to soak up the sights when the boat stops off at different ports.
One content cruise worker said: "In five years on cruise ships I literally travelled the world. I basically visited every continent except Antarctica and went to over 75 countries."
Another agreed: "The travelling was fantastic and I travelled the world.
"My favourite part being the very north of Norway where in the summer the sun didn't set and there was sunlight all day long."


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Watching the National Theatre of Scotland's Wall of Death is a cross between riding an old fashioned wooden rollercoaster and peering down from inside the dome of St Paul's Cathedral. It's not for folks of a nervous disposition. I thought I was going to watch someone else risk their neck but spent the performance worrying about my own. Usually, we trust performers not to bore us. In this show, we trust them not to lose control and decapitate us.
Wall of Death makes you feel like more than a passive spectator. You smell it, in the petrol and hear it, in the deafening roar of vintage motorcycle on creaking plank. You feel fear in remote regions of your brain stem. This family challenge our idea of what art is. Ken Fox, the patriarch who leads the motorcycle stunt troupe, illustrated the contradiction better than any critic when he described himself as a "public performer, but not a theatre goer." Try to see it at Glasgow's SECC, or in Aberdeen.


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The Differential Form of Maxwell's Equations
Having a thorough understanding of the differential operations provides students with a concrete means by which to interpret Maxwell's equations and transition from the integral to differential form of the equations. The sequence is split into two parts which separately address divergence and curl to build to the Gauss and Ampere Maxwell equations for both electric and magnetic fields. This sequence is assuming static fields and therefore does not build time dependence into Maxwell's equations.
Geometric understanding of divergence as a flux per unit volume allows students to physically interpret two of Maxwell's equations. For instance, the divergence of the electric field indicates the charge density at a particular location in the electric field by $\vec{\nabla} \cdot \vec{E} = \frac{\rho}{\epsilon_0}$. In the absence of charge, the divergence of the electric field must be zero. Similarly, the divergence of the magnetic field, $\vec{\nabla}\cdot\vec{B}=0$, is always zero because there are no magnetic monopoles.
Geometric understanding of the curl as a circulation per unit area also provides a means for student to physically interpret two of Maxwell's equations. The curl of a static magnetic field is related to the current density by $\vec{\nabla} \times \vec{B} = \mu_0 \vec{J}$ which means the curl is non-zero at the location of a current density and zero where there is no current density. The corresponding equation for electric field states that the curl of a static electric field is zero, $\vec{\nabla}\times \vec{E} = 0$.
Activities: Gauss's Law
- The Geometry of Flux Sequence (Estimated time: 20-50 minutes): This sequence of activities emphasizes the geometry of flux through three activities and then has an activity where students use Gauss's law in integral form to find the electric field of various charge distributions. Understanding the geometry of flux allows students to understand and effectively use Gauss's law in integral form.
- Definition of Divergence Lecture (Estimated time: 20 minutes): Divergence is introduced as a flux per unit volume at a specific point in a vector field.
- Visualizing Divergence (Estimated time: 20 minutes): Students use a Mathematica notebook to look at various vector fields and use the idea of divergence as a flux per unit volume to determine whether the divergence at a specific point in the vector field is positive, negative, or zero. This activity emphasizes the geometry of divergence by engaging students in thinking about how divergence and flux are related.
- Proof of Divergence Theorem Lecture: We follow "div, grad, curl and all that", by Schey. The Divergence theorem is almost a lemma based on the definition of divergence. Draw a diagram of an arbitrary volume divided into lots of little cubes. Calculate the sum of all the fluxes out of all the little cubes (isn't this a strange sum to consider!!) and argue that the flux out of one cube is the flux into the adjacent cube unless the cube is on the boundary.
- Differential Form of Gauss's Law Lecture: At this point, following the activities and lectures involving divergence and the Divergence theorem, it is important for students to understand the significance of the differential form of Maxwell's equations which involve divergence. Students should understand $\vec{\nabla}\cdot\vec{E}=\frac{\rho}{\epsilon_0}$ as a way in which to determine a charge density in an electric field. The divergence of an electric field will be zero at a point with no charges, but it will be non-zero at a point where there is a charge density. Although the divergence of a magnetic field, $\vec{\nabla}\cdot\vec{B}=0$, was not explicitly explored in the preceding activities, this is a good point at which to discuss that zero divergence of a magnetic field means there are no magnetic monopoles.
Activities: Ampere's Law
- Circulation Lecture: Circulation is introduced.
- Visualizing Curl (Estimated time: 20 minutes): Students use a Mathematica notebook to look at various vector fields to determine the sign of the curl of a vector field at a particular point. Students use the geometric concept of curl as circulation per unit area to determine whether the curl is negative, positive, or zero at a specific point in the vector field. Students should have some familiarity with curl in rectangular coordinates from an earlier brief lecture or from mathematics coursework prior to this activity
- Definition of Curl Lecture: Curl is introduced as a circulation per unit area at a specific point in a vector field. This lecture serves as a thorough introduction to curl in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates by building from the Visualizing Curl activity.
- Derivation of Stokes' Theorem Lecture: Following "div, grad, curl and all that" by Schey, this lecture derives Stokes' theorem by
- Differential Form of Ampere's Law Lecture:


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Glitzburgh apologizes for the long hiatus but…I'm back!
I'd like to sum up a couple of October's events before pressing on with new blog posts from here on out.
First off – Fashion Week. Yes, yes – you heard and saw some of it but I unfortunately only posted on half of the week's events. So sorry! I must say that it was a wonderful event and I can't wait to see many more Pittsburgh Fashion Weeks to come in the future. The Lana Neumeyer event provided a tropical and exotic boast to the week's events – it was rife with fun and flavor, Crazy Hot Clothes definitely came to impress, Laurie B. Allen and Katie Wolfrum brought the pretty and the chic, Brian David had some to-die-for looks (including an asymmetrical white fedora that I was absolutely wild about!) … and what gal doesn't love Pandora? Granted, I missed the Sunday luncheon (I love fashion but not enough to miss a Steelers game) and also the eyewear trunk show and the Susan B. Komen benefit show, but what I saw of Pittsburgh Fashion Week was awesome. The models on Saturday were especially impressive, many of which were brought to Pittsburgh via Brandon Campbell and Little Rock Fashion Week – and Kristen Varoli of Contempo Artistries did an amazing job of styling hair and makeup for many of the shows.
Also brought to us the first week of October here in Pittsburgh was the Military Writers' Society of America Annual Conference, held at the Wyndham Pittsburgh University Place. The MWSA is an association of 800+ authors, poets, and artists focused on the military. Whether veterans, active duty military, military families/spouses, or writers who just have an affinity for the military, they've all chosen to honor our military through their art and their writings. The conference featured an array of guest speakers, workshops, and more, dedicated to networking and skill building. (I spoke on the social media panel – see more, here.) It was an honor and privilege to meet the unique and diverse group of men and women of all ages who comprise this admirable group.
October also brought to us the Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women. ("Glitzburgh" was featured in the official program under, "social media street team" – FYI!)
The PA Governor's Conference for Women featured the likes of Judge Marjorie Rendell, Sally Wiggin, Dr. Mae Jemison, Kelly Corrigan, Tory Johnson, Jessica Herrin, Sheryl WuDunn, Katherine Center, Nikki Johnson-Huston, Leigh Hurst, and more. Some takeaways from the event? Be empowered. Be confident. Don't give up on dreams. Make the most of your life. We have infinite possibilities, as women. We must take care of ourselves before we can care for others. Be RESILIENT! Network. Be intuitive. Be you!
There were some moments that were SO quotable, I can't help but share. After all, this was a TRULY inspiring event.
Some gems:
Sally Wiggin said, "The only way to make the most of this precious life is to discover what you want, and go get it." Author Katherine Center of "Get Lucky" said, "We draw wisdom from stories, and we draw resilience from wisdom" also stating that, "there is no tenderness without bravery."
Dr. Mae Jemison – the first-ever woman of color to go into space – said, "Time is limited but has INFINITE possibilities….It's what you DO with that time that matters." She also said that most people are either "intuitive" or "analytical" but some (like herself, and, like myself!) are BOTH. Like myself, she believes that arts and sciences are not opposites, and that creativity comes from our attempts to understand and express ourselves. Said Jemison, "A choice is not something that people give us – it is something that NO ONE can take away. We get to create the future."
New York Times Best Selling author, Kelly Corrigan, had this wisdom to share about achieving one's dreams: "You have to admit that you want something. You then have to recognize your own prejudices of who can do what. You must forget the world of 'probability' so you don't think about how long the shots are and how far the goals can seem. You must remember that not everyone has imagination enough to understand your vision or idea, so be careful who you tell. When trying to accomplish a tough feat, try to attempt just one task per day: no matter how big or small. It'll become a habit. Be comfortable with failure. Do things because things need doing, and other people can't do them. Good work makes us feel lucky to be here, doing the things we are meant to do. Do it."
An inspiring workshop that I attended at the Conference was the "Reinventing Your Life" session. OneYearOfFirsts.com's LuAnn was the moderator and strove to encourage women to, "get un-stuck!" The panel included Joyce Bender, Nikki Huston, and Leigh Hurst – all inspiring women.
Joyce Bender of Bender Consulting said, "In your life, something will happen to you that is bad. However, what makes the difference is how you respond do it." She also encouraged the audience to "get back your muchness!"
Nikki Johnson Huston – once homeless and now the 1st person at Temple to graduate with a law degree, an MBA, and a Master's degree in taxes – said to always remember to, "Take risks. Trust yourself. You're FABULOUS: the rest of the world just doesn't know it yet."
Founder of The Feel Your Boobies Foundation, Leigh Hurst (a breast cancer survivor) encouraged women by saying that we all should remember that NOTHING is impossible! Some nuggets that these women offered?
"Take risks! Trust yourself!"
"Listen to your internal voice."
"Get to the place where you stop TALKING about it and JUST DO IT!"
"Put your dream down on paper."
"You have to listen to you."
"Be honest with yourself!"
"Stop making excuses for yourself, and stop making excuses for EVERYONE ELSE!"
"Don't rely on others for the right answers."
"Gauge your own internal instincts. Listen to them. Always."
"Open yousrelf up to new opportunities."
"Want to be a CEO? Think like a CEO. Want to be a lawyer? Think like a lawyer. Want to be an author? Think like one."
More sessions followed, including an appearance by Dan Onorato and by Mrs. Corbett, Judge Marjorie Rendell, and co-author of "Half the Sky" (featured on the Oprah show!) as well as Tory Johnson from ABC's Good Morning America. The day capped off with a resume workshop and career-fair networking opportunity.
All of these October events were fabulous in their own unique ways. (And who can forget, "Hide Yo' Kids, Hide Yo' Wives" Antoine Dodson on the 96.1 KISS fm Trannies and Grannies Halloween party on the Gateway Clipper?)
Pittsburgh is amazing as ever. And Glitzburgh is baaaack! 🙂


text: At some point in the third century BC, the Celtic peoples of Continental Europe (from the Balkans through Germany and Switzerland to France and Belgium) began to manufacture copies of Greek gold and silver coins. These were the first coins ever made in northern Europe. At first they imitated the Greek originals fairly accurately. The chariot on the back of the example seen here is a good reproduction of a coin of Phillip II of Macedon (reigned 359-336 BC), the father of Alexander the Great. Even the Greek inscription below the chariot (Philippou - 'Of Philip') is correct. Writing had not yet been adopted in northern Europe, so the engraver of this coin can have had no idea of the significance of the symbols that he had so faithfully copied. By contrast the obverse (front) side of the coin shows the beginnings of a move away from the Greek style. The face is fatter and less finely modelled than the Greek coin, though it is still recognizably the same image. Why did people in northern Europe start to copy Greek coins? One suggestion is that mercenaries, hired soldiers, who had served in the armies of the Greek world and had been paid in Greek gold coins, brought the idea back with them to the north. Only a handful of genuine gold coins of Philip has been found in Britain and France. It is not known whether these coins were really used as currency, or for making gifts and religious offerings. Examples of similar coins to the one shown here can be seen in Room 68 and Room 50 in The British Museum.


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These are just some of the videos made by the children to support you in your learning at home.
- A short video showing how to divide a number by 10.
- A short video demonstrating how to add fractions.
- A short video showing the place value of numbers -'partitioning.'
- A short video showing how to add 9 easily to a number.
Click HERE to view ideas to help you with your Autumn Term Targets


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Examining Lyrics
Featuring Tom Kraeuter Posted on January 20, 2010
The first thing to consider is whether or not the lyrics line up with Scripture. This is a very important point that is sometimes overlooked. Along with the obvious things (not misquoting or altering the meaning of a direct quote), you should also look at the context of the Scripture(s) being quoted. Occasionally even words right out of the Bible are taken out of context, radically altering the original meaning. Several years ago there was a song entitled "Lift Jesus Higher" which was very popular. The song was taken almost verbatim from John 12:32. It was sung as an enthusiastic song of praise, encouraging us to lift Jesus higher because then He would draw all men unto Himself. Unfortunately very few people ever looked at the Scripture verse that followed. "He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die" (John 12:33). Jesus was talking about being lifted up on a cross, an instrument of death, and we were singing, "Lift Jesus higher." We must be very careful to check the lyrics of our songs for their adherence to their biblical context.
The next thing we should check in our song lyrics is whether we really want to say them. Sometimes we can be swayed by a great melody to use a song which may have questionable lyrics. A song that has been quite popular over the years is, "Surely the Presence of the Lord is In This Place." The melody and most of the lyrics are quite nice. However there is one line in this song which has bothered me for a long time: "I can hear the brush of angel wings." Can you really? And if not, how much untruth is acceptable in our songs before we deem them unusable? Do we really want to say things which are not true? Think about it.
Another consideration in looking at your songs is whether or not the words are good quality in meaning and grammar. Songs which are nebulous or too ethereal may be best unused. Songs with poor grammatical form may be difficult for people to sing. Unfortunately both of these types of songs seem to be in abundance because of the many people with little or no songwriting ability or gifting who attempt to write songs. More about that later.
It is also good to be certain the lyrics of the songs are within the realm of understanding and experience of the congregation. Because of the changes in language usage 300 year old hymns (or even 75 year old hymns) are sometimes difficult to understand. Does this mean you should not use them? Not necessarily. However, you should understand that you may need to explain certain lyrics in order for people to really grasp the meaning. The old hymn, "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of Creation," almost always needs some explanation. The last line is "Gladly for aye we adore Thee." When this song is used in congregational worship the word "aye" is almost always pronounced like "I." The word is actually pronounced "A" and means "ever" — "Gladly forever we adore Thee." But it seems obvious that if people are uncertain how to pronounce the word, they most likely do not know its meaning. So what exactly are they saying when they sing that last line? Your guess is as good as mine. A simple explanation will alleviate the whole problem.
Something else we should consider is this: do the words rhythmically fit the music? Some songs have four notes on one syllable and then follow this with four syllables on one note. Songs like this can be very difficult to learn and will usually require more time for the congregation to become familiar with the song. Depending on how strong you believe the song is (lyrically and musically) this may be something you are willing to work around. The ever popular Christmas carol, "Angels We Have Heard on High," has sixteen notes on one syllable, yet the song as we know it has survived over 100 years of singing.
The final consideration I use for lyrics is determining whom they address. With some songs, such as "Bless the Lord, O My Soul," we are actually talking to ourselves. Other songs, "Praise the Name of Jesus" for example, are an encouragement to one another to do what the song is saying. Still others address the Lord. An example of this type of song is "I Exalt Thee." None of this should come as new or revolutionary information, but I have found that we often miss the obvious. As those involved in the worship ministry, we especially need to understand to whom we are singing. Each song is different and we simply need to realize it.
Tags: Developing An Effective Worship Ministry, Worship Team
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General Question
Possible renewable energy plan?
Asked by augustlan (47701) September 29th, 2008
If the US is really interested in investing in renewable energy, why are we focused on developing possible energy sources instead of harnessing an already existing energy source…the sun. Wouldn't it make sense to use all that "development" money to equip all or most buildings (residential and commercial) with the means to be solar powered? Since the sun is free, it would be a one-time investment that would pay off for many years to come. Since the sun is free, would the powers-that-be ever allow such a thing to happen?
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Norfolk Long Exposure photography masterclass.
The Norfolk Long Exposure photography masterclass is based on the stunning coastline. This Landscape Photography 5 hour session looks in-depth at how to use landscape filters for long exposure photography.
The session starts with midday shooting in our beautiful county
Saturday 13th June 2020 from 12 pm till 5 pm
What is long exposure photography?
Long exposure photography is when you take a photo over a prolonged period of time. It is an image that you cant take handheld if you want it to be sharp. By using long exposure it will create blur within the image. Traditionally it is used for water or clouds, or even to remove people from images. This effect is created by using what is called Neutral density filters that we attach to the front of our lens
The Long exposure Masterclass, is it for you?
For our tutors Dibs and Duncan's own work they only use the market-leading Formatt Hitech Filters Firecrest filters. We fully appreciate photography can be an expensive passion, so with this in mind, we will supply you with the filters and adapters for you to try out on the session, this gives you the best opportunity to see exactly what you will get for your money should you then invest in a kit. But best of all, this is a great opportunity for you to see what type of filters you prefer for your style of photography, again things we will explore throughout the session.
We can advise you in what kit to get as it can be a little daunting looking at what you may or may not need.
We also have a discount code for buying filters, just apply DIBSM10 or DARNOLD10 at the checkout of the Formatt Hitech Filters site. If you have any questions of what setups to look into purchasing feel free to ask
How do we teach The Long exposure Masterclass and what will you learn?
The day is filled with landscape photography tuition out on location on the Norfolk coast.
You will have somebody to show you what to look out for in creating those perfect images before you have even got the camera out of the camera bag, right through to advice and pointers to how to edit those shots
You will have knowledge of what filters achieve what results, how to calculate exposures correctly. You will be taking control of your camera and the settings and letting the creativity start to flow.
learning outcomes
Reading your cameras light meter.
An understanding of Aperture, Shutter speed and ISO.
Manual focusing.
Metering Modes.
Setting up your camera correctly for shooting long exposures.
What ND filters are used for what effects.
Calculating long exposure times correctly.
Understanding of landscape compositions.
Thoughts on editing images.
What experience does Dibs have as a tutor?
Throughout the session, we will be discussing the theory behind making work, what stands out and what sells, what makes a good image and how can we get that image we see into our cameras. This comes off the back of my many years of commercial photography experience and time spent studying photography as an art.
Dibs spent over 4 years of teaching and writing workshops for all levels and ages of photographers for the countries biggest photographic retailer Wex Photo Video.
As one of the ambassadors for Formatt-Hitech filters, a UK based, yet one of the worlds largest landscape filter companies, they fully support him in his work and passing on the knowledge of photography as he meets their high standards of excellence through these sessions.
5 years studying landscape and architecture photography to Masters degree level with some of the best mentors and tutors the country has,
Dibs has also picked up a few awards along the way including and has exhibited and been published worldwide, just check out his Shows and Awards page
Other information for the Norfolk Long Exposure photography masterclass.
We will start at a pre-determined location that is emailed to you a few days before the session starts, this is os we can factor in the best location suited to the weather conditions
The session duration is for 5 hours.
What do you need to bring?
Please bring along snacks and drinks, as due to the locations we will be shooting having limited facilities. There will not be the guarantee of a shop being nearby at all times.
We will stop for a hot drink and a bite to eat at some point throughout the day, this is not covered in the workshop cost.
If you are interested in landscape photography we would encourage you to invest in a setup. We can advise you in what kit to get as it can be a little daunting looking at what you may or may not need.
We also have a discount code for buying filters. You can get an automatic 10% of all filters on the Formatt-Hitech Filters site by using the code DIBSM10 at the checkout.
We will email you all the specific details about locations after booking, but if you have any questions before booking then please do get in contact.
Essential kit:
DSLR or CSC Camera
Spare Batteries and memory cards
Wide-angle lens
Cable or radio release for the shutter
A sturdy tripod, I can lend you one if required
Lens cleaning kit
Camera bag
Warm and cool clothes
Food and drink
Sturdy footwear
Change for car parking
What is not included:
Travel to and from the start location
Food and Drinks
Camera or personal accident Insurance
Booking information
Booking is confirmed once full payment has been received via the checkout system.
You will receive an email 2 days before the start date of the workshop, this is to confirm the starting location because we need to plan and amend finer details to accommodate the forever changing UK weather.
Cancellations of Norfolk Long Exposure photography masterclass
Over 2 weeks prior to the event and you will receive a full refund.
We reserve the right to cancel the workshop due to adverse weather. A full refund or booking onto the amended date will be offered in this case
Please also note
The locations we visit on the session may require the purchase of a car park ticket. Please make sure you have adequate change.
Please bring along food and drink, sensible footwear for walking on unpaved pathways and suitable clothing.
The session will require a relatively good fitness level as we will be walking on unmade paths and coastal areas, as an example, you will need to be able to carry your camera bag while walking for 20 minutes along the coast.
Camera insurance is not included in the price.
Don't forget to charge your batteries.
Make sure that you have sufficient space on your memory cards for a day's shooting.
We have the means to charge a spare battery for you on the day. So bring along your camera battery charger and let me know if you need to plug it in.
We look forward to meeting you on the day of the session, but if you have any questions feel free to get in contact.
Kind Regards,
Through the lens workshop
Norfolk Long Exposure photography masterclass


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Modern Movie Making In Memphis
On this South Main Street corner in 1988 the modern wave of Memphis movie making was born, in great measure through the efforts of the Memphis & Shelby County Film Commissioner Linn Sitler and Shelby County Government official Alonzo Woods. Until Mystery Train, Memphis had not hosted a nationally-distributed feature film since King Vidor's Hallelujah!, which had been based in the city in 1928 to shoot much of its principal photography here. An independent feature, Mystery Train later won producer/director Jim Jarmusch a major award at the 1989 Cannes Film Festival. (Continued on other side) The Mystery Train film was immediately followed in Memphis by Orion Pictures Great Balls of Fire!, which told the life story of Sun Studio legend, Jerry Lee Lewis. Later Memphis-based filmmaking included such notable and diverse features as The Firm, 21 Grams, Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Forty Shades of Blue (directed by Memphian Ira Sachs), Academy Award winners Hustle & Flow (directed By Memphian Craig Brewer), and Walk the Line, the life story of yet another Sun Studio legend, Johnny Cash. The Commission's on-going efforts to recruit and develop the film and television industries continue into the 21st century.


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This post is titled updates not because I wanted to up date you all so much on whats been going on in my life, but because I am so tired of updating everyone on whats going on in my life. Well that sounds sort of bad. For the most part everyone that reads this is pretty in the know on my life and refrains from asking me the questions that I absolutely hate. Thus ensuring me that creating this blog was a good thing because I have to answer said questions less often than I did before the blog. What kind of questions am I talking about, you ask? The mindless banter that really doesn't matter. Here is a quick run down of the annoying conversations that I am talking about. I will title the person asking the annoying questions as Joe.
Joe: So you just graduated huh?
Scott: Yeah, I did. Its seriously so nice to be done with school.
Joe: Do you have a job lined up?
Scott: No. Actually I just transferred to the Macaroni Grill down here while I take the CPA exam, but I am looking for a job too.
Joe: Did you meet with any recruiters at your school?
Scott: No. No recruiters came to my school because our accounting program was small, blah blah blah.
Joe: Oh, that sucks.
Scott: Yeah.
Thats pretty much brunt of it. I can not even count how many times I have had that same stupid conversation since I have moved home. I get it, people are just trying to be nice and cordial. Im sure the fault lies with me, but I'm sorry it just annoys the crap out of me. Its the cross I bare apparently. Also included in these annoying little update conversations are topics/questions such as: "Are you dating anyone?", "How was work?", "How is the Macaroni Grill?", and other questions like that. Undoubtedly one of you reading this has at some point asked me one of the questions, some probably pretty recently. Please don't take offense. I understand people are just trying to be polite and have a conversation. It is just highly aggravating to hear them and discuss them over and over again. When anyone reading this feels the need to ask any of these questions just refer to the answers below.
Are you dating anyone? - No. Trust me, I'll let you know when I am.
How was work? - Work sucked. It always sucks. Who likes work? (Granted I have asked this once or twice but from here on out I vow to not ask it)
How is the Macaroni Grill? I hate it. I hate serving tables. I am currently looking for a full-time job in accounting. Do you know anyone that can help me?
Once again, this is just me venting. Please no one take offense because its the conversation that is annoying to me, not the person who i am having the conversation with. We've all had conversations like this I am sure of it. The end.


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Email Scam Alert – May 2017
Our goal at BIS is to help you be productive while keeping your data protected. Over the last week, it has been brought to our attention that an email scam has hit a few districts and is proving to be very sneaky. We want you to be aware so you can alert your staff and be proactive with these scams.
Key items to look for in this email scam:
- The email is appearing to come from the chief appraiser's email address and they are sending it to the finance person or the deputy.
- The subject line reads "Transaction Request"
- The body of the message reads "OK, I'm busy right now and i want you to process an outgoing domestic instant wire bank transfer today. So, i need you to email back and reconfirm what information required in order for you to process the transfer."
- The signature is the chief appraiser and underneath it reads "Sent from my iphone"
What should you do if you received an email like this and have responded?
- Do not respond. If you have, do not send any more responses.
- Change your computer login password.
- Change your email password.
- Run a malware scan on your computer just to be safe.
- Call BIS for assistance with any of the above items.
The best way to protect your office is to promote communication.
- Share this article to your entire staff.
- Tell them they should always ask you in person or on the phone when they get an email of urgency to send money.
- Remind them to use secure passwords and never use a family members name or a birth date as this information is all easily available on social media and can be accessed by virtually anyone.
If you would like any more information please feel free to give us a call at (800)247-9045.
Remember – being Proactive will keep you Protected so you can stay Productive.


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Want to Learn How to Bottle, Cap, Seal, and Label Whisky? |
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Catoctin Creek Distilling Company will conduct a BOTTLING DAY on Saturday, October 22. Volunteers wanted. They will buy lunch for all that attend.
Learn how to bottle, cap, seal, and label whisky. Get your chance to work the magic "whisky cow"! Sign your name on some bottles! You'll even have the opportunity to take home a bottle of whisky that you bottled yourself!
This is a fun and informative day! The most hands-on tour you'll ever get.
What: Catoctin Creek Bottling Day
Where: 37251C East Richardson Lane, Purcellville, VA
When: Saturday, October 22nd - 9:30am - 11:30am
Please RSVP here so they can plan accordingly.
Due to overwhelming demand, space is limited to the first 20 people responding.


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Let's Be Real San Francisco Press Conference
As previously announced, a ballot committee has been formed to address the "flavor ban" ordinance in San Francisco to force a public referendum. For details on what this means, please check our Q&A.; Since that announcement, signature gathering has started in order to get the nearly 20,000 required signatures to file. As of today, that goal has been accomplished! Not Blowing Smoke will continue to spearhead the fight against California's local flavor bans along with a wider coalition of consumer, industry, and small business partners. Only July 31st at 11:00 AM Pacific, the referendum filing will be completed and a press conference will take place in front of the San Francisco City Hall.


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The Thorn Healer Tour
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surprising bond drawing him toward the independent and beautiful woman. Displaced by a war and a painful history, he finds Hot Springs and the intriguing Jessica Ross a tempting place to start over. Determined to scale the heights of her bitterness and show her the power of love, August faces more than just Jessica's resistance but a more devious design to harm the civilian sailors housed in Hot Springs.
Will August's tender pursuit bring Jessica the healing and hope she needs, or will bitterness force her into the hands of a "true" enemy waiting to destroy much more than her heart?
Pepper Basham is an award-winning author who writes romance peppered with grace and humor. She currently resides in the lovely mountains of Asheville, NC where she is the mom of 5 great kids, speech-pathologist to about fifty more, lover of chocolate, jazz, and Jesus. Her debut historical novel, The Thorn Bearer, released in May 2015 and has garnered awards such as Reader's Favorites Award, finalist in the Grace Awards, shortlisted for the Inspy Awards, and a finalist in ACFW's Carol Awards. Her second historical novel, The Thorn Keeper, released in Feb 2016 and her first contemporary romance, A Twist of Faith, released in April 2016 with a 4 star review from Romantic Times. You can get to know Pepper on her website, Facebook, Instagram, or over at her group blog, The Writer's Alley.
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Genre: Adult, Christian, Fiction, Historical, Mystery, Suspense
Publisher: Whodunit Press
Publication date: October 17, 2016
Number of pages: 340
December 5th, 1941. Houston socialite, Tracy Truworth, is always on the lookout for something suspicious. Especially after growing up with her nose in the latest Katie McClue mystery novel, a series featuring a twenty-something female detective and her constant feats of derring-do. And for Tracy, escaping reality through reading couldn't come at a better time, since her own life isn't exactly going along like she'd hoped. Not with her overbearing mother determined to see Tracy marry Michael -- a lawyer likely to be a U.S. Senator someday -- in a wedding rivaling royalty. Yet everything changes for Tracy when she spots a bleach-blonde bombshell on the train home from Dallas after a shopping trip to Neiman-Marcus. Because something certainly seems amiss with the blonde, given the way she covertly tries to snare men into her lair, and considering the way she suddenly ceases all flirtations when a Humphrey Bogart look-alike appears . . . complete with a mysterious package wrapped up in newspaper and twine.
Then days later, Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, and just a few days after that, Germany declares war against the U.S. Rightly so, President Roosevelt returns the favor. Of course, Tracy immediately finds herself caught up in the War, just like the rest of the nation. But it's her curiosity that leads her on a collision course with a killer, and she arrives at the bombshell's apartment only moments after the blonde has been murdered. Though Tracy is accused of the crime at first, she quickly finds herself working as an Apprentice P.I., under the tutelage of a real private investigator. Soon, they're hot on the trail of the bombshell's murderer. Then from singing at the hottest nightclub around, to a car chase in her 1940 Packard, Tracy's investigation takes her far from her blue-blood upbringing. And it isn't long before she finds the War is hitting a lot closer to home.
Cindy Vincent, M.A. Ed., is the award-winning author of the Buckley and Bogey Cat Detective Capers, a mystery series for kids and cat-lovers that features the adventures of two black cat detectives. And yes, as she is often asked, Cindy used her own black cats, Buckley and Bogey, as the inspiration for the series, since they seem to run surveillance on her house each and every night. Cindy is also the creator of the Mysteries by Vincent murder mystery party games and the Daisy Diamond Detective Series games for girls, along with the Daisy Diamond Detective novels, which are a spin-off from the games. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and an assortment of fantastic felines. Cindy is a self-professed "Christmas-a-holic," and usually starts planning and preparing in March for her ever-expanding, "extreme" Christmas lights display every year . . . She is also looking forward to the release of the first book in her new Tracy Truworth, Apprentice P.I., 1940s Homefront Mystery series, which is due out in the Fall of 2016.
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Judy Bailey
This London-born psychologist fuses music from her Caribbean background with earthy Folk-Rock-Pop. She is known across Europe (especially in Germany, where she now lives, with husband, Patrick) for energetic and spirited live performances with her band.
After albums produced by Steve Thompson and Eddy Grant, and her third album, "The way we are", recorded in Nashville, Judy has finally delighted her fans by releasing a worship album, and as expected, it is fantastic! Check it out at www.judybailey.com.