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Immaculate Misconceptions
Immaculate Misconceptions (2006)
Immaculate Misconceptions by Jeremy dePrisco
Immaculate Misconceptions, recorded in June 2006, is an all-acoustic album featuring music from and inspired by the play Immaculate Misconceptions by long-time collaborator Stephen Schrum. The play opened on June 16th and 17th, 2006 in Greensburg, PA. There was a reprise performance in Oct 2006. Fans can purchase the album of full-length songs and read about the making of the album below.
My first solo album in seven years (since Cadillacs & Tarantulas), Immaculate Misconceptions was primarily an acoustic offering. The music was first premiered in Stephen Schrum's monologue "Immaculate Misconceptions" at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. The play is a humorous, and sometimes serious tale about Catholic grade school and high school, finding the humorous and serious aspects of the positive (and negative) role models of Schrum's youth. With references to secular events (such as the Kennedy Assassination and the NASA moon landing), as well as more religious happenings (the world's oldest nun giving sex advice, another nun teaching Marriage Class and, of course, Vatican II and the Baltimore Catechism), Schrum seeks to discover how his Catholic school education shaped the college professor he is today. The play premiered in Greensburg, PA in June 2006,
Even though Steve only needed short snippets of music throughout the play, it was very hard to contain the creativity that resulted from our collaboration. The writing also took place during what is usually a productive period for me (Winter/Spring), and my location in a new studio facility only added to the inspiration and possibilities. So along with the smaller segments that he requested, I fleshed out an entire album's worth of material. In retrospect, it may be some of my best work to date. The music on this album is primarily acoustic with light percussion (hand drums, brushes).
For years I've been consciously avoiding outright political or 'activist' music. My spiritual beliefs (heavily impacted by Buddhism and Sufi poetry) along with my rhetorical studies led me to believe that music was not necessarily the most effective medium for such expression. So instead I went inward, examining my life and values, and chose to either learn other people's music or write about less controversial subjects. I felt that there was just so much more to figure out before affixing my thoughts to songs that would be part of my creative legacy. Then Steve came along with his play and, well, it was like a fountain opened. Many of the ideas that had been kicking around for so many years finally found a catalyst. A number of other factors conspired to lift my ban on topical songs. Everything from current world conflicts to my reading, to becoming a home owner. The result is a collection of rather raw and, at times, humorous songs. Steve's experiences often triggered something similar in my own life, or related to something going on in the news. Probably the most difficult part was determining: Am I writing this for Steve… for myself… neither? I tried not to self-censor too much, and prefer to look at this project as a part of a larger journey.
Immaculate Misconceptions is the first project to come out of the new location of Mothership Studios in Bloomsburg. Mothership is a small project studio that has grown from an idea to a reality since my first recording, Mandala in 1999 when I was based in Harrisburg. Today, Mothership is an incubation tank for roots music and experimental projects, both solo and collaborative. Very early in my career I had an interest in sound recording, so I prefer to do all of my own production and engineering. That's a double-edged sword because it is easy to get caught up in the technology. With this project, my recording philosophy was to capture the freshness of the songs without getting too worried about technical matters. So there are rough spots, for sure, but I think the energy, spontaneity and honesty shows through.
Music or Politics? Maybe the listener shouldn't care what I, personally, think. But behind every artist (whether it is me or anyone else), there is likely a group that feels the same way. In many places, like the Middle East and throughout Africa, music is often the only thing people have to communicate their message. In some cases, artists and producers are even executed or banned from state-controlled media. So when those of us with the power (and it is Power) can reach out with our music, I just think we should. Out of politeness, politics and religion tend to be avoided in discussion. I'd like to see that change, but in a civil, non-violent way.
Infamous Quotes:
"Five years ago, I couldn't have predicted the music that I've written here. So, five years from now, who knows!" – Jeremy
"Strive for perfection, achieve excellence!" – Steve
The music on this album is primarily acoustic with light percussion (hand drums, brushes).
1. Immaculate Misconceptions 1:51
2. Transition 0:45
3. Our Town 2:29
4. Hard Day Comin' 3:16
5. Minor Organ 0:49
6. Usher Chant 2:14
7. Mother Taught Me 1:56
8. Tempest 6:13
9. Sister 2:46
10. Shadow Box 2:36
11. Chaos Factory 4:05
12. Incidental Madness 0:14
13. Chindra's Lament 2:25
14. Questions That I Ask 3:12
(Available on streaming platforms – physical copies available to collectors by contacting me directly.)
← Bloomsburg to Bangladesh (2004) → Catch the Squirrel (2007)


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Dennis Paustian-Döscher (* 16. Oktober 1980 in Oldenburg (Holstein)) ist ein deutscher Politiker (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen). Er ist seit März 2020 Abgeordneter in der Hamburgischen Bürgerschaft.

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Paustian studierte Betriebswirtschaft mit Abschluss als Bachelor of Arts. Er arbeitet als Steuerassistent in einer Steuerberatungskanzlei. Paustian wurde 2011 in die Bezirksversammlung Wandsbek gewählt. Von 2014 bis 2018 war er Fraktionsvorsitzender von Büdnis90/Die Grünen und von 2019 bis 2020 deren parlamentarischer Geschäftsführer in der Bezirksversammlung.

Bei der Wahl zur Hamburger Bürgerschaft 2020 gewann er ein Wahlkreismandat im Wahlkreis Bramfeld – Farmsen-Berne. Er ist Mitglied in verschiedenen Ausschüssen, u. a. Haushalt, Öffentliche Unternehmen sowie Soziales, Arbeit und Integration. Innerhalb der Grünen-Bürgerschaftsfraktion ist er Sprecher für Haushalt und Öffentlichen Dienst. Zudem ist er Mitglied im Parlamentarischen Untersuchungsausschuss der Hamburgischen Bürgerschaft zur Cum-Ex-Affäre.

Paustian lebt seit 2011 in einer eingetragenen Lebenspartnerschaft.

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 Website als Abgeordneter
 Dennis Paustian-Döscher bei Abgeordnetenwatch

Mitglied der Hamburgischen Bürgerschaft
Politiker (21. Jahrhundert)
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Mass Shootings, Tragedies Deepen Jewish-Muslim Bonds to Fight Hate Crimes
Posted 12:11 PM, October 23, 2019, by Associated Press
People hold candles as they gather together for a Community-Wide Solidarity Vigil at the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach to remember the victims of the mass shooting at a Pittsburgh temple on Oct. 30, 2018 in Miami Beach, Fla. (Credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Muslim groups helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to help Pittsburgh's Tree of Life synagogue recover after a gunman killed 11 people there, one year ago this week. The Jewish congregation mounted its own fundraiser for New Zealand's Muslims after a white supremacist shooter killed 51 people at two mosques there in March.
Such outreach between Jews and Muslims often draws widespread attention only in the immediate wake of tragedy. But as both faiths grapple with a rise in reported hate crimes and fears within their communities of being attacked for their beliefs, Jews and Muslims are forging bonds that rely on shared personal values to help combat anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
For Sheryl Olitzky, 63, the "aha moment" that inspired her focus on Jewish-Muslim connections came almost a decade ago on a trip to Poland, when she asked a guide why she saw no locals in the head-covering garb of devout members of either faith.
Olitzky, who was married at Tree of Life synagogue, recalled being stunned by the exclusionary response she heard and telling herself that "I could not change history, but I could rewrite it by changing the future" and working to prevent further episodes of discrimination against Jews and Muslims.
When the grandmother of seven returned home to New Jersey, however, it took several months for her to realize that, despite living in an area with "a fairly substantial number of Muslims and Jews," she had no Muslim friends.
"I said, 'I believe ignorance is a primary driver of hate, and it's time, if I want to make change that I get to know Muslim women'," Olitzky said.
When Olitzky was introduced to Atiya Aftab, a Muslim attorney and adjunct professor at Rutgers University, their partnership took off as the nonprofit Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom. What began as a meeting of six Muslim and six Jewish women at Atfab's home now counts more than 170 chapters in 32 states and Canada, according to Olitzky.
The Sisterhood devotes much of its attention to education and shared experiences that can deepen ties between its members, with its fourth annual trip this year taking dozens of Muslim and Jewish women and teenage girls to Germany and Poland. But a vow to fight hate crimes that target their respective communities is also woven into the group's foundation, with a "rise and respond" primer for speaking out against anti-Semitism and Islamophobia released this year .
Other members of the two faiths have created formal alliances as well. The Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council was established by the American Jewish Committee and the Islamic Society of North America in the first days after President Donald Trump's 2016 election — following a campaign where Trump repeatedly stoked public fears of Muslims.
MJAC is co-chaired by two business executives, one Jewish and one Muslim. The group opened regional affiliates after a 2017 spike in reported hate crimes that included the death of Heather Heyer, killed while demonstrating against a white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia.
AJC Director of U.S. Muslim-Jewish Relations Ari Gordon said that some themes common in episodes of anti-Semitism and Islamophobia are "definitely linked." The same man who allegedly attacked a synagogue in Poway, Calif., this spring was also linked to a fire set at a nearby California mosque, Gordon pointed out.
Hate crimes reported to the FBI have risen for three years running, according to official statistics, with Jews and Muslims ranking as the top two targets of religiously motivated incidents. But underreporting is seen as a significant obstacle to effective tracking of the problem. Heyer's death, for example, was not included in the federal database although the man who drove his car into the crowd where she stood pleaded guilty to hate crimes charges.
MJAC has championed bipartisan legislation in Congress designed to improve the tracking of hate crimes — but its work has stayed in that domestic policy lane, steering clear of U.S. policy toward the Israel-Palestine conflict that has been a longtime divider of Jews and Muslims.
"We don't put that issue on the side because it's not important; quite the opposite," Gordon said, adding that MJAC aims to demonstrate that the two faiths "can work together for mutual benefit and build trust despite this disagreement."
Wa'el Alzayat, CEO of the Muslim advocacy group Emgage Action, and Halie Soifer, executive director of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, took a similar approach when they co-authored a column after the New Zealand mosque attacks that described their faiths as battling the "common enemy" of white supremacist violence. The duo first got to know each other as colleagues on the staff of Samantha Power, who served as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations under former President Barack Obama.
"We can work together on issues that unite us, and that doesn't mean we have to agree on every issue," Soifer said. Alzayat, also a member of MJAC, agreed that the alignment to discuss their faiths' struggles against hate crimes does not mean "you let go of your principles."
If the two communities can successfully find that "common ground," Alzayat said, "over time, the really difficult stuff becomes easier to talk about."
Flowers and condolences are seen in front of Al Noor mosque on March 20, 2019 in Christchurch, New Zealand. 50 people were killed, and dozens are still injured in hospital after a gunman opened fire on two Christchurch mosques on Friday, 15 March. The accused attacker, 28-year-old Australian, Brenton Tarrant, has been charged with murder and remanded in custody until April 5. The attack is the worst mass shooting in New Zealand's history. (Credit: Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images)
The partnerships between Muslim and Jewish groups have extended beyond battling hate crimes. AJC held an event last week to show support for the majority-Muslim Syrian Kurds as they grapple with the fallout from Trump's decision to withdraw troops from the country's northeast and Turkey's subsequent attacks on Kurdish-held territory.
But even when it comes to the unifying issue of preventing hate crimes against their respective faiths, not every Muslim-Jewish partnership agrees on how publicly to discuss Trump's role in the problem. Alzayat and Soifer used their op-ed to label Trump "a symbol of rising Islamophobia, anti-Semitism and other forms of racial and religious intolerance," and Olitzky also said she views Trump's muddled rhetoric about white nationalists as having "given permission for them to come out" further into the open.
MJAC, for its part, takes a more positive approach toward an administration whose support it needs to get further hate crimes legislation passed into law under Trump. The president signed a bipartisan bill strengthening penalties for threats against religiously affiliated institutions into law last fall. Gordon praised the Justice Department's work on anti-Semitism and said that the group would not pull back on "criticism where we think it's due."
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HOUSTON (AP) The Houston Texans beefed up their already solid defense and addressed their need for receivers in the NFL draft.
Houston selected Wake Forest cornerback Kevin Johnson with the 16th overall pick and selected Mississippi State linebacker Benardrick McKinney in the second round.
In the third round they traded away DeVier Posey and several draft picks to the Jets to get Arizona State receiver Jaelen Strong. Posey had just 22 receptions for 272 yards in three seasons with the Texans and appeared in just one game in 2014.
They aren't expecting Strong, who had 82 receptions for 1,165 yards and 10 touchdowns last season, to make up for the loss of Andre Johnson, who was released in the offseason. But they had a need for a new playmaker after cutting ties with the seven-time Pro Bowler.
Strong will join an offense with receiver DeAndre Hopkins and that has quarterbacks Ryan Mallett and Brian Hoyer competing for the starting job. The Texans went 9-7 last season to make a seven-game improvement from their 2-14 campaign in 2013. But they came just short of the playoffs in a season plagued with quarterback injuries.
They added depth at receiver in the fifth round with Mississippi State's Keith Mumphery. Mumphery was second on the team with 495 yards receiving last season and had three receiving touchdowns and ran for a fourth score.
Coach Bill O'Brien is happy about his group of receivers led by Hopkins and that includes offseason additions Cecil Shorts and Nate Washington.
Houston met another need in the sixth round with South Florida outside linebacker Reshard Cliett. Cliett joins an outside linebacker group in Houston that could need reinforcements if last year's top overall pick Jadeveon Clowney doesn't recover from microfracture surgery. Cliett led South Florida with six sacks in 2014 and had 38 tackles.
They added Rice defensive lineman Christian Covington later in the sixth round and LSU running back Kenny Hilliard in the seventh. Covington was born in Canada where his father Grover Covington is in the Canadian Football Hall of Fame for piling up a CFL-record 157 sacks from 1981-1991 with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Hilliard ran for 1,547 yards and 27 touchdowns in four seasons for the Tigers. He'll provide depth behind Arian Foster, who has struggled with injuries the last two seasons, and Alfred Blue, a fellow LSU product who ran for 528 yards and a touchdown as a rookie last year.
With two solid cornerbacks in Kareem Jackson and Johnathan Joseph, the Texans can give Johnson a chance to learn from the veterans. They love his versatility and think he'll be a great addition to a defense led by 2014 Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt.
Johnson had 43 tackles, including 3 1/2 for losses, defended 15 passes and had three interceptions as a senior last season.


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"Lock Down Your Group Chats, People": This 25-Year-Old Found A Bunch Of Coworkers Making Fun Of Her On Slack
By Megan Liscomb
We all probably wonder what our coworkers really think about us from time to time. I mean, it's only human to be curious about how well (or not well) we're pulling off our ✨professional personas.✨ Well, 25-year-old Dax recently went viral on TikTok for sharing their story about how they got an uncensored peek at what their coworkers were saying about them on the messaging app Slack.
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In a video that's been viewed over a million times, she kicks things off with a pro tip. "If you work for a moderately sized company, like midsize to large-sized company, and you use Slack, go ahead and search your name on Slack because you will be surprised at the channels that are public, that are talking about you, that you can read."
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Then Dax tells her story, saying, "I searched my name on Slack once at a company that I was working for. It was a remote company, and I had spoken at an all-hands meeting, and after I just got the compulsion to search my name."
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And what they found is pretty shocking. Like, stuff that really should not have been in public channels. "I saw notes from when I was interviewing, I saw a group chat that was talking about me. In that group chat, I became a running joke, apparently. Like, I was named dropped many, many times in that same group chat. So it may be valuable to look that up."
And in the comments, people are reacting to Dax's harrowing tale and coping with the fact that a new fear has just been unlocked.
Some commenters also shared what they found when they searched in their company's Slack channels and in other company apps.
Dax told BuzzFeed that the group chat incident took place at a previous job, back in 2021. "We were entirely remote, so all of our communication was done over Slack. It was the sort of workplace where you rarely communicated with anyone outside of your immediate circle."
So Dax was pretty shocked to stumble across the group chat, which consisted of a manager and their direct reports. "This was a group chat set up specifically for work, and not just a group chat between friends. They seemed to have a pretty casual rapport, though, and seemed blissfully unaware that someone might be watching. I had also never met or interacted with a single person on this chat."
But instead of closing the tab to go have a good cry, like I would have done, Dax investigated. "Using the chat, I was able to come up with a rough timeline. While I spoke at an all-hands meeting, they wrote to each other about my appearance, what I did for fun, and what they thought I was like as a person. They joked that I 'definitely party' and commented on my mullet (which has sadly been retired)."
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"I thought after the all-hands had passed, they'd be done talking about me, but my name came up several more times over the following months. I seemed to become a running joke. They'd joke about bringing me onto their team or comment whenever I'd appear in another call, even if I didn't speak. It never moved past light ribbing so I didn't get HR involved, but it was nice to be a main character for a bit."
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Dax says that the group chat incident has definitely made them think twice about what they write on Slack, email, and other work channels. "I never confronted them, because I never got a chance to meet them. I also left the workplace a few months later for unrelated reasons. It was totally a learning experience though, and since then I've been a lot more careful about what I say on company software. I wasn't offended, just amused at the boldness of it all."
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She also says she's heard suggestions from others on even more interesting things to search for at work. "Someone brought up the suggestion of searching your name in SharePoint or any other file sharing service your company might use. One person found a list of every single person's salary at their company. Another person recommended searching your CEO or any other executive at the company, followed by 'disagree,' 'hate,' or any expletives. It might lead to finding something a little spicy."
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"I'd also like to add that I'm currently unemployed, and totally open to any job opportunities that don't involve coworkers you've never met talking shit about you on Slack."
Follow Dax on TikTok or Instagram , and please, I'm begging you, don't be like their former coworkers!!
Pat Placette
Never gave in to the gossip at work. To what end? What they said was none of my business. Guaranteed after one left the session, they were up next. All it does is cause friction and work is tough enough without that waste of time.
Tj Vandermarliere
I believe on can talk all the crap about you, it is just they are jealous of you. What you can do, What you have done and What your life dreams and plans are.I work for 26 years for a County Organization that my co-works would belittle me, degrade me, and defame me be hind my back. I been lyed too and insulted but, I'm now retired living the happy life and they are working.
Victor Etre
First.. who cares what they are saying about you! You're there to do a job you get paid for… not make friends!
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Happy Monday friends! I'm at a loss at how to even begin to start this week off...with the tragic and senseless shooting that took place this past weekend I am sending all my thoughts and prayers to the families, victims & those affected. My heart is with the people of Orlando. With that being said - I did have this post slated to go today and while my weekend was nothing short of relaxing and filled with family time, I wanted to share my review of the Luminess Airbrushed Makeup System. The weekending linkup is still live below and as I mentioned on Friday, I'm going to be switching up my Monday and Friday posts to give a bit of variety!
I've had my makeup professionally done a few times for weddings and special events and only once has it been airbrushed makeup! When Lumniess Air reached out to ask if I was interested in reviewing their Airbrush Makeup set, I wondered how it would stack up to my everyday makeup! My review is going to be a bit different with one side of the face being exclusively airbrushed with Luminess Air and the other using my everyday makeup!
Can you tell which side is airbrushed?! I used the same primer which came with the set for both sides of the face followed by my foundation and theirs (they offer 4 different colors), only my concealer, their blush, highlight and bronzer & as well the same everyday makeup I use. They also offer eye shadows, but I'm not quite sure in my abilities to master that yet.
I often thought that airbrushed makeup should be left up to the professionals and watching YouTube tutorials I'll admit I was a bit intimidated, but after practicing once before taking photos for this post, I felt really comfortable with the circular application, cleaning out the machine and using the right amount of drops to create a seriously flawless finish. The system they've created allows us at home to get the same airbrushed look that a professional would give us, without the hassle!
I really did love the flawless finish and it helped reduce a few fine lines I have around my eyes. It didn't feel cakey or like I was wearing more makeup than normal, but I was more afraid to scratch an itch on my face for fear of scraping the makeup off - something that had happened when I got my makeup airbrushed before.
With my everyday makeup I noticed more of my fine lines, less of the flawless finish.
While I don't think airbrushed makeup is necessary for everyday use, I did notice that it didn't take any longer to apply than my everyday makeup & the staying power with this airbrushed makeup was the same as I get while using my Urban Decay setting spray. I am waiting for my next big night out because I will absolutely be using the Luminess Air set again. If you're interested in trying anything on the Luminess Air site out - use the code "178846322" for 20% off your entire purchase on anything on their site. Have you tried airbrushed makeup before? Were you a fan of it? I was sent the Luminess Airbrush makeup to review - all thoughts an opinions are 100% my own.
And that smile of yours is beautiful!! Sounds like this would be fun to try for s special occasion or just for fun once in awhile. Have a spectacular start to your week!!
It looks amazing you did such a good job! I've only used airbrush makeup for my wedding.. never tried doing it myself though.
You look great! At first glance I couldn't tell a difference at all, but when you just show the sides you can tell the airbrush is just a tiny bit more flawless. Great job - I would be so intimidated!
It looks so pretty, but your right I would be so afraid to touch my face! You did a great job! Such a heavy heart for Orlando, it's just awful.
Thank you for sending your love to Orlando- so scary to wake up to this news and wonder if my family and friends were ok. Such a senseless tragedy!
Such a scary tragedy to wake up to over the weekend and too close to home for me. Thank you for your prayers. I love the flawless look of airbrush makeup and thought right away your left side was the airbrush side. So picture perfect!
I love the airbrushed look!! Great overview.
I couldn't tell which side was which!! I'm surprised that it didn't take longer to apply! I definitely thought it would take forever.
I'm still just so upset about the tragedy in Florida! So heartbreaking! On another note--you look absolutely GORGEOUS and your skin looks flawless! Loved reading this review!
It looks so pretty and flawless. You already have naturally pretty skin, so jealous! I've tried the Dior airbrush spray. I sometimes use that for special events. This would be fun to try.
I am loving this! You seriously look so flawless and so glowey! But I do agree it is much more for fancy events! However love the way it makes you look! Happy Monday!
So I totally had the sides switched!! You are flawless either way though!! I can't believe there's a home option for airbrush makeup! How amazing is that?!
I have been really interested in getting an airbrush machine. I know I would get good use out of it when I freelance. You are so beautiful and it looks amazing one you. I can see just a tiny difference, but nothing too drastic.
I love the comparisons that you did between the airbrushed side of your face and your normal everyday makeup! You always look beautiful, but the airbrush definitely makes your face look flawless! I've heard so many great things about Luminess Air, that I think that I should try it out!
Wow, I have been wanting to try one of those and yours looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!
I love the comparison pictures. Although, they both look flawless. I couldn't tell the difference. I have always wanted to try airbrush makeup but it totally frightens me. I'm not sure my hands are steady enough for it.
WOW! Overall I think you look beautiful both ways, your skin looks amazing in both!
I second that ^ you look fab either way but I know a lot of people that love it! Happy Monday!
This is a great review, Biana. I love the side-by-side comparison! I have never tried airbrushed makeup -- I'm so intimidated by it!! You look gorgeous both ways!! Have a great start to the week!
That's awesome! Your skin is awesome regardless, but I could tell a difference with the airbrushed side. Both look beautiful! I just got mine airbrushed for a wedding weekend before last for the first time. I wish I could look like that every day!
I loved having my make up done for my wedding, it was so much fun and looked amazing. This system looks fantastic, well done.
Wow, awesome comparison! The airbrushed side is so completely smooth and flawless... I don't know much about makeup application because I don't wear foundation, etc... but I suppose spraying on a layer (via the Luminess Air) is easier to put on than using like a sponge or brush for concealers and powders. Good to know both techniques are the same in time usage. Nice review!! And you are gorgeous either way!!
so fun! You look gorgeous! I have wanted to try this.
You did an awesome job! It looks great. I definitely would have been intimidated.
I've watched a few makeup tutorials on YouTube with beauty gurus using them, but haven't tried them myself because like you, I've felt intimidated! I mean, my skills aren't even all there with using my hands, let a lone a fancy machine, BUT you've given me the feeling that I can perhaps master it, since you said you found it easier than you thought. You can definitely see a difference in the look of the makeup, it looks brighter! This is definitely one of those products you'd use for special occasions, for a more flawless finish! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!
I love an airbrush finish, it looks like your photo has been airbrushed it is that good! You also have perfect skin, which looks great no matter what makeup!
I could not tell which side was which in the first photo but could tell the diference between the two sides. I would love this for a special occasion for sure. I love that quote.
Thanks for sending love to our city! It means so much that everyone is coming together over such tragedy! The airbrush makeup looks flawless!
Most of my brides do that air brushing - & you know, I've found its really who does it too - I've seen AMAZING looks with it & others that looks like it's just caked on. Find a good pro that knows how to spray.
Your make up looks amazing - love that lip color on you too!
I have never tired airbrushing..
It looks so good! I'd love to try airbrush makeup, but haven't yet!
Both sides of your face are flawless! I honestly can't tell the difference. I have the Temptu airbrush kit and love it! I only use it for big events but it was so worth it!
Your makeup looks beautiful! You did a great job with application!
You look gorgeous as always!!! I have never tried airbrush makeup but I love the idea of it.
This is a great review and it looks FAB on you!!!
You always look amazing! I'm so bad at makeup, I need to learn!
I've never had airbrush makeup but the results looks amazing!
This is so cool! It looks amazing!
great review! Ive actually been thinking of trying some of this stuff, so I appreciate the feedback!
I love the idea of airbrush make up. But I definitely couldn't wear it daily. I love the way it looks on you thought.
I've never had my makeup airbrushed. It really does look amazing!
Oh wow!! It's flawless!! YOu look lovely.
Your skin looks flawless in these photos - so pretty! I need to look more into this!
I loveeee airbrush makeup! I've done it for weddings only, but it is really so amazing. It would be awesome to have a set at home to use for special occasions!
I love that it is so easy to use! I always thought it would be super intimidating too! Great idea to show one side with Luminess and one with your regular look!
I would definitely be intimidated by this, but you did an amazing job. The finish really is flawless and you're glowing.. beautiful!
So so amazing!! I can totally tell a difference between the two sides on your face!! Unbelievable!! Love it so much and such a great review, Biana!
That looks so perfect and flawless.
I love airbrush makeup for oily skin, and it's an essential for weddings. A friend of mine who used to be a news anchor wore this for broadcasts. I've used many airbrush systems, and this is the easiest to use.
Looks fab girl! I had my makeup airbrushed for my wedding and wow it makes such a difference! I also love the Dior airbrush makeup. Works amazing but it is definitely pricey!
I just saw airbrush makeup done in person for the first time at our salon about 4 months ago and I was amazed at the results. You did such a good job with this and look amazing!
This looks soo amazing- your skin really looks flawless! I would definitely be worried it would be messy or hard to apply, but it sounds like it was easy enough!
I've never tried airbrush makeup before... looks interesting!
that's cool that it didn't take any longer.. like you said, not necessary for everyday but if you want to wear it at least you won't have to spend hours doing it. you look gorgeous no matter what!
You look beautiful in both, but I do see a subtle difference! Was it pretty easy to use?
You did an awesome job with your makeup - you can tell the difference from the sides for sure! Sounds like a great product.
Oh my gosh! Can I ask price points on the airbrush set?
You can definitely tell a difference. I have only had my face airbrushed one time and I was NOT impressed. It definitely didn't look flawless and glow-y like yours. Beautiful!
Great review and I can see the difference! I have never used airbrush makeup but now want to. Thanks for sharing, B.


The purpose of the training objectives is to give each coach a direction to follow in order for each player to receive age-appropriate instruction. By following the objectives, we will be creating an environment that will be conducive to the development of the individual players' skill level. Therefore, by developing the individual, players will be able to better function as a team.
The most important thing to consider when developing a training session is the age level at which one will be coaching. Different age groups will have different overall objectives for the season. Working towards goals that suite the age group will increase morale and ease frustration for both coach and player.
In order to maintain an efficiently run club, there are some general rules, which will be followed. This allows for consistency throughout the Club and clear expectations.
It is important as a coach, especially at the younger levels, to set the standard for one's players by leading by example. The best coaches will be able to perform the skill that he/she is teaching. Being able to train with one's players is advantageous to the players' understanding of the objective at hand. Every player on the team is important; therefore coaches should make players feel important by highlighting their contributions to the team.
Each activity needs to allow players to maximize their touches. At this age, physical fitness should be incorporated into the activities. There is no need to devote an entire practice to running laps and calisthenics. Be sure to keep talking points to a minimum when in between drills. This will ensure the momentum of the practice does not become stagnant.
Every practice should have a four-part progression. Start with a dynamic/technical warm-up including the skill-of-the-day (i.e. shooting, passing, dribbling, etc.). Next, move into Technical-Tactical. This means learning how to perform a certain skill in a certain situation under pressure. Third is expanded small-sided games. You can play to targets, end zones, multiple goals, or a real goal. Coaches are encouraged to manipulate the game to get desired results from the players, rather than telling the players what to do. Fourth is free play, emphasizing the skill-of-the-day. Give coaching points in the flow of the game, and use natural stoppages such as throw-ins and goals to address specific players.
Games are for encouragement, not another practice; keep instructions to the players to a minimum. Remember that the game is the best teacher for the players. Encourage players to learn from their own good and bad decisions. Emphasize the importance of players communicating to one another on the field. Players should be free to make decisions (even bad ones).
Coaches are in charge of controlling their parent sideline. Tell your parents to cheer – not instruct. No parent is allowed on the players' sideline during the game.
Coach to develop, not just win. Winning should be the byproduct of good player development. Games should be used for players to demonstrate their newly acquired skills and creativity. As long as players continue to develop their fundamentals, winning will follow.
Coaches should experiment with players in different positions on the field, even if they are not comfortable there. In doing this, players will be more well-rounded and have a better understanding of the game as a whole. Coaches should be able to explain to the players the role he/she will play in specific positions.
As a VVSC coach, one has the responsibility to encourage players to play outside of their comfort zones. It can be easy to tell a player in a tough spot to kick the ball out of bounds, or to always have the goalkeeper punt the ball, but doing this inhibits development of technical skill and creativity. Coaches should be mindful of their terminology. Make sure to not use generalities such as "boot it." Even if chances of success are limited based on the situation, it is important to encourage players to use their newly acquired skills which will build confidence.
VVSC coaches will help the players have a deeper understanding of the rules, and should be encouraged to explore the gray areas of the rules (within the spirit of the game). This does not mean to encourage the players to "cheat," but figuring out how to gain advantages within the games (i.e. taking free kicks quickly, figuring out how much physical play the referee will allow, and taking advantage of the offside rule defensively).
Coaches are responsible for developing a general understanding of the basic rules of the game. These rules are best taught in the third and fourth progression of the practice. Players should have a good understanding of how to perform the specific tasks and the rules that accompany them.
encouraged to help keep possession.
good dribbler on your team can be very successful.
Kick-Off: Try a variety of options, such as going forwards or backwards.
can also utilize a quick restart to catch the other team off-guard.
Indirect free kick: Two players must be involved in the play.
Expanded Small-Sided Games: Can play to targets, end zones, multiple goals, or a real goal. Coaches are encouraged to manipulate the game to get desired results from the players, rather than telling the players what to do.
Work on technical topics in small groups whenever possible.
Mostly 1v1 and 2v1 at this age, but can do 2v2.
Using stoppages of play to spread out or become more compact, depending on whether you have the ball or are defending.
These two systems are the catalyst for building a back four defensively leading to the 11v11 game.
Especially at the younger ages, the Guided Discovery Method works best. This method encourages players to discover the correct answers on their own by coaches creating a favorable environment. This can be done by asking players, rather than telling players, what to do in specific situations. Coaches have to understand that players at this age will not comprehend all of the tactical aspects of the game. Encourage players in their decision making to not over-complicate situations.