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After numerous scoring glitches and weeks of delay, California late last month released detailed results of student achievement tests.
An especially intense spotlight had been trained on the scores of students whose native language is not English--largely because of Proposition 227, the ballot initiative passed last year that curtailed bilingual education in the state's classrooms. ("Scoring Glitch Clouds Impact of Prop. 227," July 14, 1999.)
Statewide, the test results show a glaring achievement gap between limited-English-proficient students and those who speak English fluently. Far fewer LEP students performed at or above the national average on the standardized test.
The results also show, on the whole, that LEP students' scores are higher than they were last year. But the increases by LEP students are comparable to the gains made by all California students, state officials said.
"I honestly think it's hard to glean any real conclusions about Prop 227 from this first-year score," state schools Superintendent Delaine Eastin said. LEP students "are not moving up dramatically higher. It's really too early to celebrate or throw stones."
Many testing experts and educators urged caution in interpreting results from the Stanford Achievement Test-9th Edition, which is expected to generate data for use in the state's accountability reforms.
The test publisher, Harcourt Educational Measurement, in the past few weeks has corrected scoring problems, including a computer error that resulted in overstating achievement by LEP students throughout the state and triggered a delay in releasing detailed scores.
But concerns remain about the nearly 420,000 students whose test records were sent to Harcourt without an indication of their language proficiency. It is unclear how many of those students are LEP.
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This week, the state school board will discuss the testing program and possible financial penalties against the test publisher. Harcourt Educational Measurement has apologized for the inaccuracies and pledged to improve its system. With a combined price tag of $22.2 million this year, California schools make up the company's largest testing customer.
Meanwhile, the president of Harcourt Educational Measurement, Joanne Lenke, resigned last week, effective Aug. 9. A spokesman for Harcourt Inc., the testing division's parent company, said the move was unrelated to California's testing program. He added that Ms. Lenke would remain a consultant to the company.
The Stanford-9, which all California students were required to take for the first time last year, tests students in grades 2-11 in reading, language, and mathematics. Students in grades 2-8 are tested in spelling, and those in grades 9-11 are tested in science and social science. The test is offered only in English.
Proposition 227 supporters said they viewed the results as a victory for the new law, which calls for teaching LEP students almost exclusively in English. The law, in most cases, requires schools to teach such children in sheltered-English-immersion classes until they acquire a working knowledge of English, which the measure's backers say should take about a year. Students are then to move into mainstream classes.
"There are probably few educational reforms which have had such rapid and substantial impact," said Ron K. Unz, a wealthy California software entrepreneur and the architect of the state initiative. Mr. Unz released an analysis of test data that showed LEP students in grades 2-6 posted gains more than double those for all California students in the same grades. But several testing experts said the analysis was flawed and invalid.
Kenji Hakuta, a Stanford University education professor and language expert, said his own analysis showed that LEP students made gains in districts that have maintained bilingual programs, in districts that never had bilingual programs, and in districts that have moved to English immersion in light of Proposition 227.
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Some school officials and others argue that it's inappropriate to test students in a language they are still learning. And they point out that while nearly a quarter of California's students are LEP, such students make up less than 2 percent of the national norming sample used in the Stanford-9 test.
Mr. Hakuta said that while Proposition 227 clearly has had an impact on classrooms, it's nearly impossible to tell its effect on test scores when so many other programs, such as class-size reduction, are going on in the state.
One district that Proposition 227 backers say has strictly followed the new law is the 21,500-student Oceanside Unified School District, which has eliminated its bilingual programs. ("Calif.'s Year on the Bilingual Battleground," June 2, 1999.)
Last month, a group that includes parents of LEP children responded to the district's handling of Proposition 227 by filing a federal civil rights complaint.
In June, before the state had officially released test results, the closely watched district released scores that showed remarkable gains for its LEP students. But when the state released corrected scores last month, the district appeared to post much smaller gains.
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Very few believed HD Kumaraswamy when he had repeatedly asserted in the run up to the Karnataka elections that he would not be the "king maker" but the "king" himself.
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I found this picture soooo cute!Hahahah..Brain storm!Hehehe..So funny.Anyways,there is alot of things coming up and stuff..Umm..like olympics day with the kids and we have alot of things to prepare.Meetings and such.I like being busy.Lots of things to do..I like work,but I can be lazy.Parents leaving Singapore tomorrow and it feels not right.Well obviously.I wont see my parents when I come home from school and other stuff.At least my aunts staying with us,so thats okay.
Oh one thing,IT IS NOT FUN WITHOUT PARENTS AT HOME.Trust me.It is not at all fun without your parents.You actually can't do alot of things.Well,its sure going to be different.I know what I'm doing.I know what I have to do so..everything will be okay.=)I hope everything going to be okay.I went shopping yesterday.I bought soap for washing dishes.I'm addicted to the soap I tell you.I loveeeeeee washing plates and cups and anything you name it.Hehehe!I'm serious!=)Oh and I bought lovely gifts for people.I like buying gifts for people.=)
Latest movie I watched..umm…The water horse movie.Well,also known as the lochness monster but they want to make it sound more magical and nicer.=)I liked it.Alot.Made me want one.Hahaha!Impossible but I wonder whether they are true..Hmm..water horses..Will look that up.=)So,final basketball match is tomorrow and I'm ready..Well,not really but its tomorrow!So fast!=)Hehehe!You could come if u want.=)Support my team!=)hehehehe!Anyways,its at three I think.Yea three.
I'm tired and I'm watching the olympic stories thingy so..bye!!!
So bloody hot today.Bad day to play bball.Anyways,we won!!!!We won 38 to 5..Man..We trashed them..
Shopping for b'day pressie.
Hope you'll be surprised!


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Dr. Scott Hahn, Fr. Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, delivers his talk entitled "Understanding Our Father: The Power of the Seven Petitions (Part Two)". Dr. Hahn's talk was part of the Student Leadership Conference at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
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Let's get real here, June 24, 2016 seems like so long ago! That's the last time many fans got new episodes of Wynonna Earp and the hiatus has been quite difficult to get through at times. Thankfully, over this past weekend we finally got some bits and pieces of new information about what to expect from the Syfy supernatural western when it returns for Season 2 later in 2017. In the meantime, The TV Junkies did recently learn that the show will be arriving on Netflix in the US and Canada in May to fulfill all our rewatch needs.
13 Things We Learned About Wynonna Earp Season 2 at ClexaCon
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People all over the world suffer from mobility impairment because of various reasons, these reasons may include accidents, conditions like arthritis or paralysis or due to lack of strength because of advancing age. Limited mobility caused by any reason, restricts an individual from doing the day to day tasks and from doing the desired actions. Limited mobility is a barrier in a life of an individual but with the advancing of technology and, invention of new and improved equipment, this barrier can be overcome.
What is a 4-wheel scooter?
A 4-wheel scooter is specially designed to increase the mobility of the people who suffer with limited mobility. It has a control system and operates with batteries which allow the people to move from one place to another with minimum exertion. Mobility scooters are powerful and provide a high speed. People who have limited mobility have a lack of balance and strength, this equipment is a life changer for them because it allows them to move on their own.
With the help of the 4-wheel scooters, the individuals are able to perform their desired tasks on their own with minimum exertion. It provides the users with confidence and brings back their freedom as well.
If you are looking for a 4-wheel scooter for yourself or for your loved ones, let's have a look at the factors that you need to consider before buying a 4-wheel scooter.
Factors to Consider:
- Price: The first thing you need to know is your budget, there are different price ranges for different scooters so you need to find the one that not only suits with your need but also suits with your budget. Some of the scooters are very pricey but there are affordable options available as well.
- Weight Capacity: The scooter has a limited weight capacity which usually ranges from 250-300 pounds but it can vary as well. You need to know the weight of the user so that you can buy the scooter accordingly.
- Average Battery Charge Time: Some of the scooters take longer to get charged like a whole night and some may require only 6-8 hours to get fully charged. So, before you make an investment in a 4-wheel scooter, make sure that you know the charging time.
- Easy Assembly: The 4-wheel scooters require assembly most of the times, you need to look for the one that is easy to assemble and doesn't require any complex procedures.
- Foldable: Most of the scooters are not foldable but some of them are, if you have space then you can go for the one that doesn't fold but if you have a lack of space then you should opt for the foldable one, it will occupy less space and it will be easy to transport.
- Brakes: You need to look for a scooter that has great brakes, prefer the one that has electromagnetic brakes so that it prevents you or the user from accidents.
- Warrant:Before you buy the scooter, make sure that it comes with warranty so in case of any problem you can contact the company. Some of the 4-wheel scooters don't come with warranty.
After doing a lot of research we have come up with the list of the best 4-wheel scooters for independence, while keeping the factors to consider in mind.
Let's have a look at the best 4-wheel scooters for independence.
Drive Medical Scout Spitfire 4 Wheel Travel Power Scooter
This scooter is available in three different colors that include red, orange and white, you can choose the color according to your personal preference. The scooter has a very modern design and overall outlook. the best thing about this scooter is that it has interchangeable color panels that hide scratches and scuffs. It is very efficient and has the capacity to increase your mobility with minimum exertion, it also provides the users with bathroom safety so that you don't have to fear any accidents. It is a versatile and comfortable scooter that comes with advanced features.
Technical Details:
Product Dimensions: 42.5 x 20.5 x 36 inches
Item Weight: 94 pounds
Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
Key Features:
- Height adjustable swivel seat: The height of the seat can be adjusted according to your desire.
- Padded armrests: The padded armrests provide you with more comfort.
- Last plastic carry basket: You can carry your belongings easily in the basket.
- It has an ergonomic throttle control with easy freewheel option.
- It includes battery and charger.
- It has non-marking tires with anti-tip wheels.
- It has a quick and easy assembly.
It might not work that well in places where it snows, it has a low ground clearance.
We will give this product a 4.8 out 5 because of its high performance.
BUZZAROUND EX Extreme 4-Wheel Heavy Duty Long Range Travel Scooter, Red, 18-Inch Seat
You can buy this 4-wheel scooter in three different colors, the colors are green, orange and red. It is a heavy duty 4-wheel scooter that allows you to do all your tasks with freedom. The best thing about this scooter is that it has all the features that a full-size scooter has. If you are looking for a 4-wheel scooter that is modern, efficient and is lightweight then this is the product for you. It is highly recommended because of its amazing features.
Technical Details:
Item Weight: 150 pounds
Shipping Weight: 200 pounds
Weight Capacity: 330 pounds
Key Features:
- LED headlight and taillight: It comes with an ultra-bright LED headlight and taillight to provide increased visibility.
- Batteries: It comes with the standard 2UI batteries.
- Suspension rings: It has comfort suspension rings to provide the users with the most comfortable ride.
- It has an easy assembly.
- It is portable and easily transportable.
- It requires no tools to put together.
It is heavier as compared to other 4-wheel scooters.
We will give this product a 4.5 out 5 because of its modern looks and amazing features.
Drive Medical Phoenixhd4 Phoenix 4 Wheel Heavy Duty Scooter
This is another heavy duty 4-wheel scooter that has a very twenty-first century look, it seems very comfortable and advanced. It has a higher weight capacity as compared to other various 4-wheel scooters, people who have a higher weight should opt for this 4-wheel scooter. It will allow you to move from one place to another in your desired speed. Now you don't have to depend upon other people because you are free to move on your own.
Technical Details:
Product Dimensions: 41.5 x 22.5 x 22 inches
Item Weight: 129 pounds
Weight Capacity: 350 pounds
Key Features:
- Color change panels: The color change panels come in red and blue color which you can change according to your choice.
- Finger-pull throttle control: It allows operating the scooter easily.
- Headlight: It comes with a bright headlight that provides safety.
- Adjustable height: You can adjust the height of the seat according to your desire.
- It has flat-free tires.
- It is very comfortable.
- It has an easy assembly.
It doesn't do well on muddy, gravely or icy surfaces.
We will give this product a 4.5 out of 5 because of its great functioning.
Pride Mobility Go-Go Sport S74 4-wheel Electric Travel Scooter for Adults, Includes Challenger Mobility Accessory Bundle
This 4-wheel scooter is your mobility solution, it has the ability to provide you with increased mobility, comfort and also freedom. It gives you confidence that you can move around without the assistance of anyone else and it gives you your independence back. It has a comparatively high weight capacity and also has a superior high-performance operation. It also has a long driving range. If you are looking for a 4-wheel scooter that is smart and efficient then this is best option for you. It is highly recommended because of its features and efficiency.
Technical Details:
Item Weight: 100 pounds
Weight Capacity: 325 pounds
Key Features:
- Ergonomic design: It has an ergonomic design which keeps your hands and fingers relaxed.
- Indoor and outdoor performance: it works equally well on indoor surfaces and outdoor terrains as well.
- LED lights: It has LED lights to guide you and also for safety purposes.
- Battery charging: You can charge the battery onboard and offboard.
- Non-scuffing tires: The tires won't leave marks on the indoor surfaces.
- This scooter has extreme portability.
- It is ideal for people with arthritis because of its ergonomic design.
- It is a compact travel scooter which is perfect for your everyday tasks.
It might get stuck in very muddy areas but it can be avoided.
We will give this product a 4 out of 5 because of its performance.
We are sure that after going through the factors to consider and after having a look at the best 4-wheel scooters, you will have a clear idea od what options are available for you to buy. There might be a few questions that may arise in your mind or you maybe curious about some things, in order to help you out, we have prepared a list of the frequently asked question (FAQs). These FAQs will help you out in making a rational decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1) Why is a 4-wheel scooter better than a 3-wheel scooter?
Ans: A 4-wheel scooter provides increased stability and it also has the capacity to carry extra weight of around 50 pounds. While the 3-wheel scooter has a less weight capacity and is less stable. If you have a higher weight then you should definitely opt for the 4-wheel scooter because it provides more stability and has a greater weight capacity.
Q2) Are different tools required to put together the 4-wheel scooters for independence?
Ans: Most of the 4-wheel scooters have an easy assembly and they don't require any tools to put together. You can easily assemble them and disassemble them when needed. On the other hand, it is possible that a few of the 4-wheel scooters may require tools to put together but most of them are very easy to put together.
Q3) Are the 4-wheel scooters able to operate on grass?
Ans: The 4-wheels scooter will be able to operate on grass only if the area is not muddy. In areas that have smooth grass, the scooters will work fine. In muddy, gravely, snowed over or icy surfaces the 4-wheel scooters will not be able to work properly. If you live in an area where it snows a lot then you might have an issue going out of the house with the 4-wheel scooter.
Q4) Can longer distances be covered with 4-wheel scooters?
Ans: it depends upon the range and the battery capacity of your scooter, you can definitely cover longer distances with the 4-wheels scooters but it is all dependent upon the size of the battery. Different scooters have a different range and capacity, so, before you go make sure that your 4-wheel scooter has the capacity to cover longer distances.
In this article, we provided with the details, information and all the key points that you need to be aware of before buying a 4-wheel school for independence. We came up with a list of factors to consider so that you can make a rational decision while buying the 4-wheel scooter. After keeping in mind, the factors to consider, we chose the best 4-wheel scooters for independence and provided with all the necessary information related to them. We gave you all the information, now it's your turn to rationally think about the choices that you have and compare it with your need. Once you have figured out what you need and what you are looking for, then you will be able to make the decision to buy the best 4-wheel scooter that will bring you your freedom and confidence back. No more relying on others!


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AGi architects design factory-like church for Seville
Spanish- Kuwait firm AGi Architects designed the La Ascension del Senor church, located in Seville, Spain, that appears more like a factory building.
Various planes that form the roof include apertures that light up the interiors as well as distinguishing the separate interior spaces.
"One of these folds steeps up to become the bell tower, through no bells have been installed due to the economic situation," the architects told design blog, Dezeen.
"The shape of the building relates to its context through the idea of unfolding a cover that creates a place for meeting and fraternisation, in contrast with the rigid look of the dwelling buildings where the individualised everyday life takes place."
The church connects to a large courtyard that is then attached to a community parish centre.
Providing a meeting space for community activities, the stone- tile courtyard extends into the building's interior with a series of doors uniting both spaces.


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こんばんは!How's it going?
Tonight we all went to a friend's house to attend his annual Pie Party. This year's collection of pies included two that I had not tasted before.
The first was a brisket and french fry pie, which was just what you'd imagine… I think it was simply a bunch of shredded beef brisket in a pie shell, topped with french fries. And it was delicious!!
The second new pie was a buffalo chicken wing pie, which as far as I could tell was boneless chicken in buffalo sauce, and maybe ranch or bleu cheese dressing in pie shell. It was also yummy. 😄
Also of note were a shepherd's pie, lamb pie, pizza pies, and some empanadas. I'm sorry to say that I didn't eat any of the dessert pies, but there were many! I'd say it was split 50-50 between sweet and savory pies this year, which is perfect, in my opinion.
I hope you had a nice Saturday!


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9.20.16 – K-12 Library Media Specialist
Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Sarah Prescott's comments: Aramco has been around since the 1950's and has one of the longest established international school systems. Traditionally they offered great pay and benefits and life on the compound(s) was very pleasant if a bit staid. Lately, however there are reports of cutbacks on the benefits and also rumors that the education system will soon be outsourced. Aramco has always hired via the agencies and hiring fairs: International Schools Services (ISS); Search Associates; TIE (The International Educator); and the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). However, they do now let you apply directly online…see above link.
Life in Saudi Arabia is challenging in some ways due to traffic and travel restrictions (women not driving, etc.) but as you are living on the compound, these annoyances do not usually directly affect your life. It's a situation of can you happily live a life like this? A lot depends on your situation. We went to Saudi when our children were very young and it was a good lifestyle. If you are single however it might be boring (and traditionally they have tended to prefer to hire couples and/or families).
Req Number: 13390BR
Position Description:
Saudi Aramco is currently seeking a Library Media Specialist Teacher to work in the Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools Division in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools (SAES) is a well-established American curriculum school owned and operated by Saudi Aramco that opened its doors in 1944 as a one-room schoolhouse. Today, the district is comprised of six schools in four beautiful residential communities that enroll over 4,200 expatriate children who represent more than 80 nationalities. Employees of the Saudi Arabian Oil Company enjoy a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, generous vacation schedule, and a family-friendly lifestyle. SAES strives to be a preeminent school system where students achieve their maximum potential in a culture of continuous improvement. In support of this vision, SAES is seeking highly qualified, accomplished, passionate, and collaborative educators who love to work with children, aspire to learn and grow, and eager to embark on a life-changing opportunity.
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or a Master's degree with specialization in appropriate subject/grade and hold a valid North American teaching certificate/license that reflects relevant endorsement(s).
A minimum of six years of full-time experience in a preK-12 school setting is required. Candidates must have worked full-time in an educational setting within the past three years.
Candidates must demonstrate an excellent command of oral and written English. Candidates must demonstrate successful capacity to work collaboratively, as well as independently. Membership in professional organizations preferred.
Duties & Responsibilities:
SAES Library Media Specialists work collaboratively to deliver an effective library media program utilizing adopted and approved materials and resources that will support district-wide literacy learning and development. SAES librarians will maintain systems and procedures for effective, ethical, and safe use of the library's online and physical resources, facilities, and collections. Library Media Specialists adhere to their professional organization code of conduct and research based educational practice. In addition, Library Media Specialists are responsible for nurturing positive professional relationships and for working collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues to optimize the educational experience for the entire learning community. Library Media Specialists perform under the supervision of school principals and in frequent partnership with other educators, paraprofessionals, and parent volunteers.
Among other essential responsibilities, Library Media Specialists:
Design and deliver an effective library media program within SAES guidelines
Inspire patrons to read for pleasure and to explore literacy genres. Collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy into instruction. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of content, pedagogy, and learning processes. Deliver effective instruction to support SAES curriculum as needed. Ensure effective operation and administration of library management system. Maintain accurate records of library usage and inventories of equipment. Exhibit and monitor safe, legal, and ethical use of media and information. Develop and maintain a collection that supports the SAES curriculum and patron needs. Uphold and enforce Company and School Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules and regulations
Engage actively in ongoing regional, district, school and independent professional learning and development to hone professional knowledge, skills, abilities.


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Posts tagged 'shopping'
Like, OMG! Fashion!
While I definitely think I manage to make myself look at least somewhat presentable most of the time, I'm certain I rarely warrant a, Oh my gosh, you look so cute! Totally guilty of having a "uniform" and sticking to it. Religiously.
Yeah. I am pretty much guaranteed to be wearing some combination of this outfit 8 times out of 10. It's partially because it's amazingly versatile — it can work for almost any season, and you can mix and match everything in your closet. But it's also because it's what I feel the most comfortable wearing…Cardigans, if picked out and worn correctly! — can complement curves and hide….lumps? Haha.
My favorite spots to score cardis and camis are LOFT, Banana, Gap and J. Crew. All known for their plain — albeit adorable — styles. Eeep.
My work "dress code" is very casual, so while it's totally acceptable to show up looking super adorable and dressed up — just as it's totally acceptable (but still unfathomable to me) to show up in ripped jeans and old sneakers — I'm looking to strike a happy medium using clothes I can also wear on the weekends.
My other problem is what I wear when I'm not trying to look good and simply aiming for not homeless. My day off/working from home/pre- or post-gym/it's-Saturday-and-I-have-things-to-do-but-don't-want-to-shower-because-I'm-going-out-tonight-and-don't-feel-like-showering-twice-in-one-day … *INHALE* … look is going out in my "nicer" gym clothes (aka Lulu) with brushed hair and some makeup on.
Are you guys guilty of this? I feel like I'm totally copping out by admitting this, but it's totally acceptable because it's all, "Hey! I'm active and physically fit! I ran 77 miles before you even woke up this morning so it's totally legit to walk around in my gym clothes! Why YES, my hair DOES always look this perfect after I work out…why do you ask?"
Don't you guys love me? Haha.
Should I just stick with what works? Or try and branch out with some new styles? But I don't know what to wear. What do normal people wear every day!?? WHAT THE HELL IS A JEGGING? OMG LIFE IS HARD.
(For the record, I totally have a bunch of dresses that I regularly wear in the summer, but haven't yet mastered the winter dress and tights look, and can't seem to find a single skirt that doesn't make me look 1000x ridiculous, so that's not really an option).
Also, sometimes I wear this.
This was fun.
Please help me.
Love you all.
Hey, I put some new shoes on and suddenly everything was right…
Retail therapy, much? (Mr. Paolo Nutini sure knew what he was talking about)
I'm thinking I like 'em. They're a little funky/unusual for me, but I kinda dig em. The only issue is that, while you can't really see it in the photo, they're feeling a tad bit large. When my foot moves back into that little molded heel-cup thingie, there's a lot of space between my toes and the rest of the shoe, and I hate how that looks (do you know what I'm talking about? Where there is too much…sole showing…?)
Thankfully, I have this hideously pukey-colored green carpet to walk around on and test em out :)
My other "therapy" plans for the night? Seeing Mr. Ray LaMontagne in Millennium Park with one of my best buddies in the world — my big bro! I CAN'T WAIT!
Ray Lamontagne "Jolene" (Directors Cut) from Ben Unwin on Vimeo.
Friends, I have a confession to make…
I'm sure you've noticed I haven't been posting much lately. That I've gone MIA from time to time. There's a reason for this.
It has been..gasp…an entire month since I've worked out.
I could explain to you how life has been hectic and stressful (it has), with starting a new job and moving to a new apartment. I could explain how I simply feel burnt out, and couldn't get myself excited or motivated with the usual tactics. I could even tell you about the knee pain that has been plaguing me, with the only solution being a seemingly expensive trip to the physical therapist that I simply cannot afford at the moment.
Unfortunately, these are just excuses. I haven't exercised (vigorously) because…well, because I haven't. I've chosen not to. There have certainly been days (say, the two weeks I was very sick with a nasty cold/sinus infection) where working out wouldn't have been an option, or at least a good one, but there have been other days where I simply said, Eh, I don't feel like it today. I'd rather watch TV and lay around the apartment.
I need to cut this shit out.
I'm running my first 5k in a few weeks, and thankfully I had been training enough beforehand where I feel I'll still have plenty of time to do just fine, but this is the point where I need to shake some sense into my lazy ass and get it back in gear. I know a huge part of this has been feeling sorry for myself, not being able to fit in all the fun social activities brimming from every corner of Chicago in the summertime AND get my workouts in. Oh, well if I work out after work, I can't do spontaneous things after work, like beers on the patio or concerts in the park. Well, Laura, figure it out.
I can't lie to you — I'm freaked out. I'm worried that I'm going to continue to lose my diligence and totally suck at (or even completely bail out of) this 5k, especially after telling almost everyone I know about it. I'm worried I'm going to lose a grip on the progress I've made from making healthier portion and food choices, resulting in a ~10ish lb. weight loss. I'm worried I'm going to slip on a bathing suit and feel terrible about myself (again). I'm worried the lumpiness I see creeping up on my thighs is going to get worse.
I don't like how I feel when I'm not working out, but sometimes — well, I'm a lazy piece of shit. It's go-time, and I need to keep my eye on the prize and come up with a solution that will work with a) my tendency toward skipping workouts in order to lay on the couch or grab dinner/drinks with friends, b) my busy schedule, and c) my utter hatred of mornings/total inability to wake up early.
I have no idea how to do this. If you've been reading for awhile but never commented, now is the time…any and all tips, suggestions, stories or motivators are welcomed….Oh hell…PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO DO THIS, GUYS! I NEED HELP!!
Hmph. Well, that's that :D
In other news, I'm still totally addicted to Greek yogurt. Seriously, this stuff is my crack — I go through a giant tub per week. It's so delicious! And ya know what else is in abundance in Casa de Laura?
STRAWBERRIES. Oh. Mah. Gawd. I can't get enough.
I had some with oatmeal the other day, but it couldn't hold up against the creamy Fage 0% I usually roll with…There is almost always a healthy sprinkling of cinnamon, Milk + Honey Cafe Mix Granola and walnuts involved as well.
I've also been rolling on the salad wagon lately. Below is my unbelievably tasty mustard maple chicken atop some butter lettuce, cukes, goat cheese and Sabra roasted red pep hummus. Despite the fact that I was pretty hungry a few hours later (no carbs, maybe?), this salad was GOOD.
Today I mixed it up a bit with butter and torn-up red leaf lettuce, cukes, some pinto beans, goat cheese, baby carrots and some organic chicken breast that I slow cooked last night with thyme, TJ's 21 Seasoning Salute, garlic powder and veggie broth. The chicken was insanely flavorful, and all the flavors mixed together perfectly. As a bonus, the added beans really gave this bad boy some sticking power, but because I am a fatty and seriously can't understand how anyone can eat JUST a salad for lunch (wtf??), I swiped a can of Campbell's chicken noodle from a friend, watered down half the can with some hot water from the Keurig, and had at it (only 70 calories! nice!). It was a perfect lunch for a wet, dreary day. I love gloomy weather from time to time, but Chicago has been testing my patience recently…
Anyway, I'm off to finish up the work day. I did some seriously ill-advised shopping last week and came home with far too many adorable dresses, so I'll be sure to share those coming up here. Thanks for reading my nutty rant, and please do provide feedback if you have any, I'd love to hear from you!
Cranky pants
Bleh. I am not in a good mood tonight. And you know the funny thing? I have absolutely no idea why.
Don'tcha hate when that happens?
I stopped at Banana Republic after work today and picked up a few really cute things, but nearly had a heart attack when I got to the register and she gave me my total. Yeahhhh…definitely put a few things back before I let her get her hands on my plastic. I'm sad though, because I had to put back a dress that was absolutely adorable…alas, it was not in the cards this time.
After too much time spent shopping (can someone tell me why J. Crew has neon short shorts and bikinis out already?!), I headed over to the gym, despite the fact that it was late and I was hungry and tired. After getting there, I realized that my iPod had died, and even my phone (which has a radio and Pandora on it) was about to die too…sooo…no music. Maybe that's why I'm cranky? I tried some leg exercises but my knee was still giving me trouble. I did a quick set up squats and step ups anyway, and tried to take it easy on my poor injured leg (wah wah wah), then did a rather pathetic round of cardio.
And if you didn't already guess, there was definitely no eggplant tonight. I still kicked ass in the healthy dinner department though.
I had a huge salad with romaine, a sliced up cuke, some tomato and some orange bell pepper, and topped it with a little bit of olive oil, some balsamic, white balsamic, garlic gold and sesame seeds. I also had about 3/4 of a cup of whole wheat penne with some Three Cheese marinara, a sliced up piece of grilled chicken, more garlic gold and freshly grated parmesan.
I underestimated how huge that salad was! I couldn't even finish it, which is pretty rare for me…heh. I bought a huge bag of organic romaine hearts on sale last week, and although romaine is cost-savvy anyway and was even more so this time around, I just can't seem to get excited about it. Whenever I want a salad, I want mixed greens — they have more flavor and texture, and I think they simply taste better. They also look a lot more nutritious with so much more green. But alas, money won out this round. And if I'm going to be making more trips like today's to Banana Republic, I might be stuck on the lentil soup and romaine diet forever…
So, I was completely wrong. The blaspheming burrito is a brand called PJ's. I suppose on its own it would be fine, but I was expecting my lovely Wild Organics burrito! It just didn't compare :(
How I "rolled" (heh heh) last week. Too lazy to make a salad.
Over the weekend, I decided to finally try my hand at breakfast quinoa. I used a mish-mash of random recipes on the web and gave it a shot. It was SUPER messy, and I got quinoa and almond milk everywhere. By the way — I had NO idea you had to rinse quinoa — am I the last person to discover this? And how the heck are you supposed to rinse something so tiny?? It turned out pretty delicious nonetheless, and after a generous pour of cinnamon, I added some frozen berries for extra sweetness.
It was a really nice Saturday morning breakfast. Okay, Saturday afternoon.
Lots o' sunshine coming in!
A rather disappointing, blurry shot of my enormous dinner salad last night:
A truly bad picture, but a truly wonderful salad — even if it did have romaine. Chicken, avocado, goat cheese…the works. Yum. You can only see a little bit of the glass, but I had a tall, icy glass of Two Brother's Resistance IPA with my dinner. This stuff is GOOD.
Here's a quick snapshot of the baby cukes I had in my lunch today. I actually don't think I liked them as much as a regular cucumber, but at least I tried em!
This is not a very good photo either!
That's it for the photos for now…I am way too tired to put together an outfit for my date tomorrow night, so I think I should just get myself to bed. I'll probably wear the same thing I always wear (skinny jeans, boots, tank, cardi, long necklace — if you were wondering) and hope for the best. I just want to get up early enough so I have time to make sure I look at least somewhat put together before walking out the door.
Night night…
Too salty!
That's how I would describe my lunch today. Don't get me wrong, it was delicious, but I definitely think I could have cut down on the sodium content somewhere. In addition to having a TJ's chicken sausage (which, in the scheme of things, really isn't too bad), I made my quinoa with veggie broth, which I didn't realize has 24% of your daily sodium intake in one serving! Sheesh! On top of that, I added some sea salt at the end, not realizing how salty this already was. It was still very tasty though :)
See the roasted leek I snuck in there? The fennel didn't make it, but the leek was mighty tasty!
Quinoa looks so neat close-up! I had a big, tasty salad on the side.
After work, I stopped at Macy's to look for a few things I needed. Of course I ended up with a few things I didn't need. I got a neato silicone spoon since my wooden one had a rather unfortunate, err, fire incident. I also picked up some great tall, thin cocktail glasses (I'm not sure what they're called) that were on sale for 6 bucks! What a steal. I then had to stop by the makeup counter and, despite needing some new foundation, spent FAR too much money. Bad bad bad!! I really can't resist expensive makeup….
By the time I got home, I was tired and had seriously considered picking up some Qdoba for a burrito bowl. Thankfully I stuck to my guns and made something healthier and considerably cheaper at home. I went for a quesadilla made with two whole wheat tortillas, a TJ's goat cheese medallion, some shredded cheddar, some grated parmesan, grilled asparagus, sliced leeks and spinach. On the side, I had some FF Greek yog + Cholula hot sauce (aka spicy sour cream), vegetarian refried beans and some sparkling mineral water + pomegranate juice. It was AWESOME.
I am SO glad that I made dinner at home, it was very, very good. You can also see my new glass here :)
Have you ever had fat free Greek yogurt instead of sour cream? I always thought it sounded stupid (and wimpy), and I'm crazy about sour cream. But since I only like the full fat stuff, sometimes I have to make concessions…and this is a surprisingly good one! Without any sugar, most of the taste you associate with yogurt is gone, and the little splash of hot sauce makes it so you almost can't tell the difference!
Yeah, this was one tasty dinner, and I am one happy girl :) I'm also exhausted, so I'm going to turn on a movie and hopefully fall asleep. Have a lovely night!
Blinks & Tanks
Do you ever catch yourself walking around or sitting with terrible posture? I just did a few minutes ago. I feel like I tend to slouch because I have a somewhat larger chest, but that's no excuse. Shoulders back! Chin up!
My trip to Target included stocking up on one of my faaaavorite fashion staples EVAH.
That, ladies and gentlemen, is the Mossimo Long & Lean tank. They come in a million different colors at $8 a pop and are the bees knees. I wear them at least twice a week, and they are long, stretchy and comfy. GO GET YOU SOME.
I desperately need some new under-eye concealer, but held off on buying some at Target because I don't trust makeup that I can't test first…especially if it goes right in the middle of my face. So even though I am poor due to frequent Trader Joe's trips, along with the nights like Friday where I spent $30 on sushi delivery for myself, I will continue to buy a good chunk of my makeup at Sephora. Le sigh.
Anyway, I looked around for some concealer but couldn't settle on anything, but I did need a new mascara and I found some on sale! Woohoo! I hate to admit it, but I really do like the expensive stuff best — many beauty mags/reviewers will say you shouldn't waste your money (I usually don't), but I can definitely tell the difference between L'Oreal and Chanel. On that note, I tried some of this stuff at the suggestion of another blogger:She raved about it, and at first I did too. It made my lashes full and lovely looking. But after about a week, it started to get really clumpy – both on my eyes and in the tube. Weird! It got to the point where I had to wipe off the brush every time before using it. I was going to toss it, but I think I'll just keep it in my desk for emergencies…what a bummer though!
As a replacement, I tried some new Cover Girl (I think?) or maybe Maybelline stuff. I'll have to get back to ya on that…but it's hot pink and has one of those super-spiky looking brushes. I really like it! It also didn't hurt that it was 6 bucks…
As far as my favorite eyeliner, I recently splurged and bought some Benefit BADgal eyeliner. I desperately wanted it to suck so I could be like, "Hey, expensive brands! You ain't got nothin on these cheapo products!" Sadly, that is not the case; I LOVE this stuff. It goes on dark, smooth and very easily, and stays on all day. It has only smudged a little bit, but I feel like any eyeliner does unless it's waterproof or the super-stay power kind.
That's all for now. Time to head home and do some laundry….yuck.
A busy, but decent day
I really should be focusing on work right now…but my brain is frazzled and I'm taking a mini lunch break. I also needed a dose of green tea, so it's a good time to update!
Remember my wish list last night? Some of my wishes came true! Well…I didn't make it to LOFT or Banana Republic (although they have a pair of pants that they've altered and I've been neglecting to pick up for over a week now…eek), but I did get to TJ's! I decided to rent a Zipcar and pick up some goodies without worrying about lugging them onto a bus. My list was especially long…
Does anyone else write their lists like this? I feel like my mom's grocery lists are always so organized, sectioned into parts of the store. I just write it down as it comes to mind.
Anyway, I hit the jackpot at the store. We're talking a 3-digit bill, lovelies. But I got a bunch of stuff that only TJ's has, and stalked up a fair amount of stuff that I can freeze. I also got some "tuna for cats," whatever that means, for the kitties. They will appreciate it greatly, I'm sure.
Last night's dinner was…well…not really dinner. I hit the gym right after work and got in some great cardio on both the bike and finally getting back on the treadmill! I hate running, but I love that it's a challenge, so it's difficult to get bored. If I give up…it's because, um, it's hard. I have gone through all of the decent reading material stocked at my gym this month, so I decided to watch TV instead, and ended up watching some really stupid show on TLC called "Infidelity" about…you guessed it, marital infidelity. Bleh. Could have done without that. But after cardio, I got in a great set of upper body exercises, and boy am I sore today!
After the gym, I ate a quick PB sandwich to tide me over until later because I had about 15 minutes before my Zipcar reservation! I'm glad I ate before I went to the store because I was already so excited about all the awesome food, I probably would have walked away with twice as many groceries had I been hungry!
I was just a little peckish after getting home and unloading 19,000 pounds of groceries, so I spread some goat cheese and fig spread on some Whole Foods mini whole wheat pitas, and had some nuked asparagus with olive oil, sea salt and garlic powder on the side. Yum!
Because I was feeling so ambitious after my kickass grocery run last night, I made today's lunch before even going to bed, and I am glad I did! Look at my pretty salad!
My salad had some baby Romaine, a sliced red bell pepper, half a sliced cucumber, some tomato-basil Feta, sesame seeds, garlic powder and grape tomatoes. Deeeeelish. I also had a sandwich thin with goat cheese and some sliced turkey and a sliced orange on the side. Since I've been working on portion control, I keep challenging myself to eat more slowly, go a little at a time, and most importantly, pay attention to how full I feel after each meal. I think my brain is so programmed to eat huge meals that it doesn't realize I can fill up on smaller amounts of food. This lunch isn't tiny, but it's not huge either, and I was definitely starting to feel full after eating the salad first. A work in progress…
Time to get back to work! Isn't my mug cute?


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"I don't have time!"
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"I do not have the time." Lack of availability is one of the most communal excuses for not exercising among Americans according to a recent poll conducted by US News. However, not having the time to exercise just may be a grim reality for a working-class fitness seeker. For those of you that juggle demanding careers and family matters, I may have your solution. My name is Hunter Perry and I am an intern trainer at the HIT Center of Huntington. Lately, I have completed a small study that analyzes the effect of low volume, very high intensity exercise bouts on overall fitness and weight. The setup of the study was extremely simplistic. First I conducted a VO2 max fitness test (The Gold Standard of fitness) on myself to see where I was at in terms of aerobic fitness. The results of this test are highly correlated with morbidity and mortality. In other words, the higher the number, the higher quality of life and length thereof. The test measures the amount of oxygen that is consumed by the body at your maximal exercise capacity in milliliters per kilogram of body weight per minute (ml/kg/min). My pretest score was 51 ml/kg/min. Over the course of the following 10 days, I subjected myself to what is known as a "Wingate" once per day. A Wingate is a different type of fitness test that is conducted on a bike and it requires you to pedal as fast as humanly possible against an increasing resistance that is based on your body weight for a grand total of 30 seconds. Wingates measure power output in terms of anaerobic fitness. In layman's terms, how quickly can you cover a fixed distance against a predetermined resistance? Evidence from previous studies demonstrate that consecutive Wingate tests (very high intensity exercise) can increase aerobic fitness in terms of a VO2 max and stimulate metabolism (Boutcher, 2010). Therefore, for this study I spent 30 seconds a day exercising over the course of 10 days while keeping my energy intake between 1800-2000 kcal/day and the results are better than I had originally theorized. I increased my VO2 max to 58 ml/kg/min (+7 ml/kg/min) and lost five pounds of body weight. In terms of exercise, these are considered significant increases. If I can get these results after participating in 30 seconds of exercise per day, think about the results you could get working out at the HIT Center for an hour per session. Our entire premise is founded upon High Intensity Training! So what are you waiting for? Join HIT today and see the results you want to see.
- Boutcher, S. H. (2010). High-intensity intermittent exercise and fat loss. Journal of obesity, 2011.


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Archive for the 'windows system error' Tag
Windows System Error – "IP Address Conflict"
Few days ago at work, two of the computers from the office kept showing a Windows message "there is an IP address conflict with another system on the network". Now this has never happened to any of the computers before, and there is a hand full of them. Also, they are all connected to a linksys router (not wireless).What the message means is that two or more computer have the same IP address, which has to be change. No computer can have the same IP address, and this was caused most likely by the router (either the company providing the internet having trouble or the actual router malfunctioned).
To fix this you will have to figure out which computer is causing the problem, by trail and error.
- Pick a computer
- Click the Network Connection button located at the lower right corner of the start toolbar close to the clock ( or go to Start>Connect to*>Choose your connection).
- Click on the Disable Button.
- Once the connection is disabled, re-enable it the same way.
- If it does not enable, and it can not assign an IP address to the computer go to the other computer
- On the other compute, follow Steps 1-4.
- With the 1st computer's connection being disabled, this one will not give you trouble and should re-enable.
- Go back to the 1st computer and re-enable the connection.
- In the same connection window, click the Support Tab on the top.
- Compare the two IP addresses, they should be different.
If they are not, restart the computer ( it shouldn't be need to).
Note: Connect To* – If you do not see Connect To in the Start listed,
- Right click on Start
- Click on Properties
- Click the Customizable Button
- Click the Advanced Tab in the new window
- Scroll to Network Connection
- Check the "Display as connected to menu"
- Click OK and Close out of it.


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I've had 3 new columns come up at Cracked.com recently, and you should all read them!
The first is about Hellboy's greatest enemy: trains.
6 Action Stars Who Survived Shit That Would Kill Superman
The second is about movie series that are 2 fast and 2 furious.
5 Movie Series That Started Terrible and Ended Up Awesome
And the third is about Tila Tequila and Hitler.
4 Depressing Epilogues to Popular Reality Shows


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As a Texas native growing up in the Dallas area, I would visit Austin as often as possible. So when the opportunity to move here presented itself I jumped at the chance. 15 years later I couldn't be happier with that decision. I currently live in East Austin and when the moment arose to come run a bar in my neighborhood I gladly accepted. With over 20 years of experience in the service industry under my belt I absolutely love what I do. For me it is all about the interaction and built relationships I develop with those I encounter on a daily basis.Let's face it, at the end of the day the product on our shelves is really no different than that of any other bar. I believe what truly sets a bar apart are the people behind it.
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The EU should set more ambitious climate targets for 2030 including setting more than one carbon reduction goal. This was the suggestion of the European Commissioner for Climate Action, Connie Hedegaard, at the Eurogas annual conference in Brussels on October, 9.
"I think that is wise," she said. "During the economic crisis we had more than one target and that has helped us a lot."
She believes that fixing more ambitious targets will stimulate real climate action: "Imagine if we had only had a CO2 target and the ETS (Emissions Trading System) during this crisis," she is reported to have said. "Would Europe have continued to have such a strong focus on energy efficiency and renewables? I don't believe it."
The EU's Green Paper, 'A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies', recommended that the EU's greenhouse gas emissions, "would need to be reduced by 40% below 1990 levels to be on track to reach a GHG cut of 80-95% by 2050". For renewable energy, the report indicated a share of around 30% in 2030.
The EU's current target is to cut carbon emissions by 20% by 2020, create 20% of energy consumption from renewables and improve energy efficiency also by 20%.
According to, 'Trends and projections in Europe 2013 – Tracking progress towards Europe's climate and energy targets until 2020', part of those targets has already been achieved. The EU had cut 18% of carbon emissions between 1990 and 2012, and renewables account for 13% of the energy mix in 2011.
By Maria Mateeva.