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CNN Lauds Teacher Who Gives Trump a Third Grade Lashing
Posted at 10:21 pm on May 29, 2018 by Alex Parker
My, how the mainstream media love to attack the President of the United States.
They love it.
The LOVE it.
They LOVE it!!!!
CNN's New Day opened a segment Tuesday with the following:
"A retired English teacher is schooling President Trump on grammar and spelling. Yvonne Mason wrote a letter to the President after the Parkland massacre to express her disappointment in how the families of victims were treated. She got a form letter in response — as is par for the course — but the former teacher says she was so appalled by the errors in it that she pulled out her trusty teacher's pen and marked up a response and sent it back."
Alisyn Camerota was downright giddy.
The teacher explained:
"This random capitalization sort of goes against the grammatical tragedy of the commons where, if you just start randomly deciding which words are proper nouns and which aren't, then how do you really expect the general public to follow that? And if you do it, then, what if I'm in a classroom and somebody shows me something…It's just a matter of clear communication."
Camerota — smiling from ear to ear and sometimes laughing — finished Yvonne's sentence, like they were best friends.
"Yes! And consistency! The things we all learned! Agreed. I understand why this drives you crazy. I like your note at the top of where you marked it up, where you say, 'Have y'all tried Grammar and Style Check?' Because there are computer programs that help you with some of those things."
Co-host John Berman pined:
"I love what you do here, because I think it shows gumption."
Gumption! Celebrate gumption!
Alisyn, still laughing like Jimmy Fallon in every SNL skit he ever attempted, asked, "Did you resend your letter with all the markups back to the White House? Did you hear back from them?"
Mason took the opportunity to ridicule Trump, to the ever-loving delight of the hosts:
"I have not…I can't imagine that he wouldn't already know about this since it's…in the German newspapers by now. I can't imagine this would make him particularly happy, that someone like me was picking on someone like him. But I don't imagine I'm the only English teacher who's ever marked up his papers, to tell you the truth."
Cue Camerota's laugh.
OH MY GOSH…I would LOVE to see what would have happened if New Day and that teacher had done this to Obama.
Love to.
LOVE to!!!!
We definitely wouldn't know who Camerota and Berman were now. Except for possibly as a cliche of racism, just as Clarence Thomas (unfairly) became a go-to reference for sexual harassment in the 90's. As for Yvonne Mason? She'd be reading lots of German newspapers; because she would've had to move there — her white supremacist motherland.
Sadly, it could never have happened. CNN would've run for the hills on that one. But when it's a Republican, it's fine to smile, laugh, and call the President dumb. Because, as James Earl Jones has many times reminded us, "This is CNN."
Check more ridiculous CNN craziness, as covered by me, here.
And, as always, follow Alex Parker on Twitter.
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Hubby and I watched Another Earth last night. Excellent movie. I highly recommend it. Without giving too much away, let me just say 1) Brit Marling (who both stars in and co-wrote the film) has these amazing, soulful eyes. You just want to give her a hug through most of the movie. And 2) part of the fascination with visiting this other Earth is to determine to what extent the inhabitants of that planet followed the same trajectories we did.
In physics, there are all kinds of questions and theories about the existence of parallel universes. Somehow, that's the only explanation that keeps general relativity and quantum physics from cancelling each other out. Personally, I love the idea that for every decision, every possible outcome, there is a whole universe created, so that everything that could happen does happen somewhere in the multiverse. It is an infinite and ever-expanding landscape of possibilities.
It's the only context in which I allow myself to delve into the what-ifs of past boyfriends, men I may have met only casually, relationships that didn't quite work out. How many me's exist with each of them on another plane of existence? How many of those me's have children? I once had a dream that I was convinced was a visit to another realm, one in which I had a baby with a former love. He (thankfully) was nowhere to be seen in my dream, but the baby was so real. I woke up happy, knowing that another version of myself had achieved what I have (so far) struggled to attain. I was not jealous of her.
The beautiful thing about believing in an infinite number of para-universes is that there is no need for regret. Somewhere in the vastness of the cosmos, there is a version of me who has everything she's ever wanted: a loving husband, children, a home. I hope she has those things with Hubby and not another man. I hope they both realize that they narrowly averted the possibility of being in our shoes. We turned right; they turned left. Our paths diverged, and a whole world of opportunity was lost or gained.
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I love, love, love this thought.
It's kind of comforting, no?


At school my art teacher always criticised my choice of colours and it was not until many years later when I saw an exhibition of the Fauvist Art Group that I realised there were other people who thought like me! For several years I attended leisure classes with local artist and teacher Alison Head who encouraged me to have confidence in my art.
My favourite way of working is to sketch and photograph with BAS outdoor summer sketching and then spend the winter simplifying and adapting in a variety of media with help and encouragement of Bromham Baptists Art group.
The photo attached was produced in this way, one based on Bromham park.
My favourite artists are Howard Hodgkin, David Hockney, Barbara Rae and Philip Sutton but I also get ideas and inspirations from attending art exhibitions of all types.


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Inez Catherine Fields (March 1895–9 August 1978), attorney, was born in Hampton and was the daughter of George Washington Fields, an attorney, and Sarah "Sallie" Haws Baker Fields. Her uncle James Apostle Fields, a Newport News attorney, served one term in the House of Delegates. Fields graduated from Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute (later Hampton University) in 1914. Racial discrimination in Virginia required her to enroll at Boston University's law school in order to continue her education. After receiving a B.L. in June 1922, Fields worked in the Boston law office of William Henry Lewis, a Virginia native who had been the first African American appointed an assistant attorney general of the United States. There she earned a good reputation as a criminal lawyer and title examiner. Fields married Frederick Conklin Scott, an electrician at Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, in the school's chapel on 30 December 1925. They had one son.
Continuing to use her maiden name professionally, Fields had moved back to Hampton by December 1928, when she became the third African American woman (following Lavinia Marian Fleming Poe, of Newport News, and Bertha Louise Douglass, of Norfolk) admitted to practice law in Virginia. As late as 1941, the National Bar Journal listed her as one of only about fifty-five black women attorneys in the United States. Fields joined her father's law practice and qualified as a notary public in Hampton. She handled divorce cases and often served as a court-appointed counsel. She won election in September 1945 to the executive committee of the Old Dominion Bar Association.
About 1929 Fields helped establish the Women's Forum, a group devoted to civic, political, and educational causes in Elizabeth City County. As president of the forum, during the 1930s she oversaw benefit programs that collected money, food, and toys for distribution to needy families and children of unemployed parents. In October 1931 Fields and three other attorneys spoke at a mass meeting to educate residents on court decisions regarding the qualifications for registering and voting, and the following month at a meeting sponsored by a local woman's club she urged women to register to vote. In July 1943 Fields and other southern black leaders attended a hearing on the Newport News school board's dismissal without explanation of three principals and three teachers, presumably for their roles in fighting for equal pay for black teachers. She helped raise funds in 1949 to build a local child-care center, and as a member of the Hampton Woman's Service League, she helped organize a Christmas youth dance in 1959 and spring cultural activities the following year.
The Hampton City Federation of Colored Women's Clubs selected Fields as its 1957 Woman of the Year, and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People honored her in 1968 with a lifetime membership plaque. Inez Catherine Fields Scott died at a Hampton hospital on 9 August 1978. She was buried next to her husband, who had died on 6 September 1974, in the cemetery at Hampton Institute (later Hampton University Cemetery).
Birth month and year in United States Census Schedule, Elizabeth City Co., 1900 (age five on 7 June), Records of the Bureau of the Census, Record Group 29, National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C.; variant birth dates of 13 Mar. 1900 on gravestone and of 13 Mar. 1901 in Social Security application, Social Security Administration, Office of Earnings Operations, Baltimore, Md.; Marriage Register, Elizabeth City Co. (age twenty-four on 30 Dec. 1925), Bureau of Vital Statistics, Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health, Record Group 36, Library of Virginia; Southern Workman 51 (1922): 345, 588; ibid. 55 (1926): 87–88; Chicago Defender (national ed.), 16 Sept. 1922 (portrait), 26 Dec. 1925, 26 July 1941; Norfolk Journal and Guide, 9 Feb. 1929, 16 Aug. 1930, 31 Oct., 5 Dec. 1931, 29 June 1957; Peter Wallenstein, Blue Laws and Black Codes: Conflict, Courts, and Change in Twentieth-Century Virginia (2004), 63, 74–75; obituary in Newport News Daily Press, 11 Aug. 1978.
Written for the Dictionary of Virginia Biography by Brittany N. Heyward.
Brittany N. Heyward,"Inez Catherine Fields (1895–1978)," Dictionary of Virginia Biography, Library of Virginia (1998– ), published 2015 (http://www.lva.virginia.gov/public/dvb/bio.asp?b=Fields_Inez_Catherine, accessed [today's date]).
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'The Waltons' Star Judy Norton Says She Wish Mary Ellen Didn't Get Married So Young
by Clayton Edwards December 14, 2021
written by Clayton Edwards December 14, 2021
When an actor plays a character for so long, they can get attached. You'll often hear actors talking about adding something from themselves to characters. On the other hand, some will have ideas about where their character should go or what they should do in a situation. Looking back, Judy Norton would have kept Mary Ellen Walton single for a bit longer.
It's no surprise that Judy Norton has ideas about what should have happened with Mary Ellen. After all, she played the oldest Walton daughter for more than a decade. First, she landed the role in The Homecoming: A Christmas Story. Not long after that, she filled the same role on The Waltons for its entire run. Additionally, she returned for all of the made-for-TV movies attached to the franchise.
Currently, Norton hosts a web series in which she shares behind-the-scenes information about The Waltons with fans. In the most recent installment of that series, Judy Norton talked about the major change she would have made for Mary Ellen.
"I probably would have not had Mary Ellen get married as early as she did. Perhaps Erin, who was a little more inclined to all those different romances, got married young instead of Mary Ellen. Perhaps Mary Ellen went to school and became an engineer or something."
Judy Norton opened up about this while taking questions from her fans about her life and the classic TV show. Before she talked about keeping Mary Ellen single for a bit longer, Norton discussed some other interesting additions she would have made to The Waltons if she had had the chance to do so.
Judy Norton Talks About Wanting to Write for The Waltons
A fan named Betsy wanted to know, "If you could personally write a story for The Waltons would you do it? Where would you go with the characters, and do you think the Mountain would be developed or left unfettered?" Judy Norton said she would "certainly" write something for The Waltons.
Then, Judy Norton revealed that she had thought about writing something for the series years ago. She wanted to bring back the character Eddie Ramirez from the episode "The Medal." In fact, at one point, she outlined a story for him and started writing it. However, she admits she never did anything with it.
Judy Norton also said that she and Erin actress Mary McDonough used to talk about getting a spinoff of their own. The idea came after an episode where Erin and Mary Ellen get an apartment in town. The spinoff would have followed the two mountain-born sisters adapting to living in town. "Clearly, that never happened," Norton said with a laugh. It does sound like it would've been an interesting show.

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Citizenship and Immigration Canada—Some Updates You Can Use
August 16, 2016 Immigration Experts	Canada Immigration Visa
Citizenship and Immigration Canada There is a new update regarding the Citizenship and Immigration to Canada. Recently, the federal government has made an announcement regarding the renaming of Canadian federal government department. Now there is a change in the name of the department and now the department will be known as the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The renaming
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What Are Latest Express Entry Canada 2015 Updates?
July 21, 2015 Immigration Experts	Canada Immigration Visa
Before the Express Entry system came into existence, it was rather difficult to live Canada immigration dreams in reality. People found it pretty difficult to immigrate to the country. It was especially difficult for those candidates who did not have a job offer from a Canadian Employer, or a close relative already residing in the country. With the introduction of
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Interested In Canada Immigration From India?
July 4, 2015 Immigration Experts	Canada Immigration Visa
What is common between India and Canada? Well, if you are wondering, then you will realize once you visit the latter that a part of the former lives there. You will not just see Indians but also signs and boards in the Maple Leaf Country written in Punjabi. So, if you are looking for immigration from India to Canada, one
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A brief of new changes in Canada Federal Skilled Worker Program
October 3, 2012 Immigration Experts	Canada Immigration Visa
Canada immigration has introduced certain changes in its Federal Skilled Worker program (FSWP) and a statement mentioning the changes finally revealed by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). The Canada immigration minister Jason Kenney has already made an announcement for the suspension of FSWP and made it clear that he is anxious to make the program more transparent, fast and flexible
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It has been observed that many people from developing countries are migrating to developed countries. Thus many people from different parts of the world have migrated to Canada. It is one such country which has most number of migrations. The country has total 34 ethnic groups which itself shows the diversity of people in Canada because of its broad immigration
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Megan Nye is a personal finance freelance writer who writes about financial planning, investing, retirement, credit, lending, insurance, frugal living, building wealth, charitable giving, and more. She's been interviewed by Citi, Student Loan Hero, and Dealspotr for her financial expertise. Her clients include Business Insider, Credit Karma, Citi, Lending Tree, Personal Capital, U.S. News and World Report, and Northwestern Mutual.
In general, your credit card company wants its money back – all of it. Part of your agreement when using the card is that you'll pay back all the charges you've made, plus any interest and fees that you accrue. But, in some cases, credit card issuers realize that getting everything you owe simply isn't realistic. Or that chasing you through a collections agency or lawyer to recoup funds isn't worth the expense. Credit card debt is unsecured, meaning your creditors can't take your house or car or garnish your wages without legal intervention. And creditors know if you file for bankruptcy, they might never see a penny of repayment. If you're experiencing significant financial hardship, you may be unable to make the payments necessary to free yourself from perpetual debt. When faced with the possibility of getting no repayment from you at all, your credit card company may be willing to negotiate with you for less than the full amount. However, settling debts for less than what you owe isn't always a strong financial choice.
We get it — life insurance can be tricky. Here are some basics to understand so you can avoid making these common life insurance mistakes.
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Q: Mongo and Node.js find and aggregate I'm using Node.js and MongoDB and I need to use the functions "find" and "aggregate" togheter. For example:
var mongo = require('mongodb')
mongo.MongoClient.connect(uri, {
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However, when I execute my code the following error appears:
TypeError: dbo.collection(...).find(...).aggregate is not a function
Is there any way to fix it? Do you recommend any other alternative?

A: Use $match in aggregate instead of using find as explained here: https://docs.mongodb.com/manual/reference/operator/aggregation/match/
For example:
db.articles.aggregate(
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The summer solstice is weeks away but tonight feels like the first summer night. To me anyway.
Outside I smell dirt and green, lilacs and a light breeze, and damp pleasantly cool-warm air. Inside I indulge in wide-open windows and know that all those smells are right out there.
In between the delicious somnolence of oldish Tiamat I hear the electric hum of the city and (post)modernity but otherwise the city is beautifully quiet as midnight approaches. So quiet. And the old house is quiet too. Not a single ghost or uneasy spirit for its 15 (?) decades of standing in place.
Nearly half way through Salt Fish Girl I'm enchanted, but not enough that I couldn't pause for a break. To tend a cat, to get a drink, to smell and listen to the night.
Napalm ate another house centipede.


The impact of digitization in the education sector boosts literacy and the emotional health of children. The entire sector is digitized through E-learning. The connection between literacy and closed captioning has sparked global interest. Once considered an undervalued learning strategy, closed captioning helps increase the literacy rate rapidly, by being the most easiest and inexpensive way to improve reading skills in children. It improves reading comprehension, retention and focus, helps improve their test scores, and motivates them to perform better.
E-learning provides a platform for students whereby they are exposed to video-based learning, while at the same time helping them understand texts through closed captions.
Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act mandates that all educational videos are captioned to help children with learning disabilities. Captioning also helps students who don't follow the speaker or those who don't understand certain terms or when the audio is distorted. It provides a platform for children to learn better and develops their overall personality and skill sets.
Learning through a combination of audio and video at schools provide a great advantage for children and ensures better understanding. Word recognition becomes easier and kids understand its usage better. Studies show that captioning boosts the morale and performance of children who are deaf and mute.
With closed captioning gaining more traction in the education sector, it becomes important that institutions adopt technologies that help them generate efficient and highly accurate services at reasonable costs.


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Bogus Hawks member swindles R100 000 from sufferer
The Directorate for Precedence Crime (DPCI), also called the Hawks, have warned civilians to be cautious of scammers who might pose as members of the elite crime-fighting unit, in a bid to earn a fast buck.
"When crime is dedicated and the suspects are arrested, scammers see a chance to become profitable by swindling the relations of the arrested individuals. The Directorate for Precedence Crime Investigation wish to warning the general public concerning the scammers who're purporting to be members of the Hawks.," mentioned Hawks spokesperson Captain Matimba Maluleke.
That is after the member of the family of a suspect who had been arrested by the Hawks on fraud prices, allegedly paid R100 000 to somebody masquerading as an official on the elite unit.
"This bogus Hawks member allegedly contacted the household of the accused individual and recognized himself as Enos from Severe Corruption Unit in Polokwane and demanded cash so as to squash the docket," Maluleke additional mentioned.
Investigation into faux Hawks' scammer underway
The Hawks mentioned that the sufferer bought the shock of their life upon realising that the matter was nonetheless on the courtroom roll, regardless of forking out the bribe cash to the supposed officer.
"After the cash was paid the relations of the accused turned stunned when the matter was positioned on the courtroom roll versus what they have been promised by the bogus Hawks member"
The matter was then reported to the actual Hawks which subsequently opened an investigation that's nonetheless ongoing.
"While busy with the investigation, one other report about bogus Hawks member who was busy demanding cash from the household of one other totally different accused individual was acquired," Maluleke mentioned.
With the festive season in full swing, criminals are all the time looking out for a possible sufferer. In mild of the current rip-off, the Hawks have referred to as on members of the general public to be on cautious and likewise inspired folks to report comparable incidents.
"The Directorate for Precedence Crime Investigation wish to inform the general public that no member of the Hawks is allowed to name relations of the arrested folks and demand cash for his or her freedom," Maluleke added.
"In the event that they obtain such a name, they need to know that they're about to be swindled and they're requested to report back to the closest police station"
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Q: preg_match inconsistent behavior I have created a regex to match the urls supported by Fitvids.js. So this regex validates
iframe codes from youtube,vimeo,blip,viddler & kickstarted.
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Unfortunately, any regex validator validates this with urls but the strangely php's preg_match function gives a false in result.
It would be really helpful if anyone can give me solution and why are there so many inconsistencies among PHP Regex and other perl regex results. Also why is that ereg (which is soon to be depricated) gives a correct result whereas preg_match does not.

A: This is simply because ereg is not PCRE (Perl Compatible Regular Expression) but preg_match functions are. Expect weird behavior from any function that is deprecated.


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Million-Dollar Ponycars: Highest-Priced Mustangs Ever Sold
Everyone knows how globally popular the Ford Mustang is. Ever since its introduction in 1964, the car has always been among the best-selling Ford products. It is also one of the best-selling affordable sports cars ever. Today, more than 55 years after the premiere, the current Mustang generation sells like hotcakes. But it's older Mustangs that are one of the most sought-after classic cars in the world.
The Mustang has reigned supreme for more than half a century, which is an unprecedented success in the car world. Over the years, Ford has produced millions of them. Most Mustangs were plain four, six, and eight-cylinder models. But there were also numerous special editions, limited production models, and homologation specials. Companies like Shelby American, Saleen, Roush, and Steeda also produced unique models that they based on regular Mustangs.
Those cars were beyond anything the average customer could get from a Ford dealership in terms of specifications and prices. So, it is logical that special Mustangs would cost more, but how much more? Most people would probably be amazed at how much higher their prices are today. Read on to learn about 20 of the most expensive Mustangs they ever produced.
20. 2020 Shelby GT500: $107,080
It seems that every new generation of the Shelby GT500 pushes the envelope even further. Those GT500s deliver so much power that it is hard to comprehend. Just look at the latest 2020 model. The massive 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine delivers a mind-blowing 760 HP. It goes to the rear wheels through an intelligent 10-speed automatic transmission.
This exciting combo makes the new GT500 the perfect combination of old-school muscle and modern technology. The result is even more astonishing. It only takes 3.3 seconds to get to 60 mph with a 180-mph top speed. Of course, such firepower comes with a hefty price tag. In this case, it costs almost $107,000 fully loaded.


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For Obamacare Purposes, Your Income May Be Lower Than Your Salary
As people are beginning to navigate the five-question Obamacare flowchart, it's important to remember that the Affordable Care Act defines "income" as "Modified Adjusted Gross Income". Many line items on form 1040 that people commonly refer to as "deductions" are technically "adjustments to income", meaning that they will not count as income for purposes of determining Medicaid or subsidy eligibility. Most importantly, tax-favored retirement contributions (401k, deductible IRA, SEP, SIMPLE), student loan interest for low-income & middle-class households, and alimony do not count as income for Medicaid/subsidy eligibility. Other pre-tax employer deductions, such as commuter expenses, daycare FSAs, and the like, also don't count as income.
Another important note is that Social Security income, which is non-taxable for many people, does count as income under the ACA.
The Berkley Labor Center put together list of what counts as income under Obamacare, which you might find handy.
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How to Deal with Grief During the Holidays
Bryan Leopold
It is no secret that the holidays can be a difficult time for those dealing with grief.
It can be a time of joy and celebration for some, but a reminder of sadness and loss for others.
The holidays can also bring feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even guilt as we try to get through the season without our loved ones.
Here are a few tips to help you get through the holidays with your grief.
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Tip 1. Acknowledge Your Grief
It's important to acknowledge that you are grieving and that it's normal to feel sad, angry, or confused during the holidays.
Trying to bottle up your emotions will only make them harder to deal with. Allow yourself to grieve in whatever way feels right for you.
Tip 2. Talk About Your Loved One
Talking about your loved one can be a helpful way to deal with your grief.
Share memories, look at old photos, or watch home videos together. You can also talk about how you're feeling and what you're struggling with.
Talking about your grief can help to make it more manageable.
Tip 3. Do Something to Honor Your Loved One
One way to deal with your grief is to do something to honor your loved one's memory.
You could plant a tree or garden in their memory, make a donation to a charity they cared about, or cook their favorite meal. Other things you can do are:
Light a candle,
Write letters to them,
Create a memory box of items that remind you of them.
Doing something meaningful can be comforting and provide an outlet for your grief.
Doing something to remember and honor your loved one can help you to feel closer to them even though they're no longer physically present.
Tip 4. Seek Support from Others
Grief can be a very isolating experience, but it's important to reach out for support from family and friends.
They may not be able to fully understand what you're going through, but they can offer a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on when you need it most.
There are also many support groups available for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Talking to others who are dealing with similar experiences can be very beneficial.
Tip 5. Take Care of Yourself
It's important to take care of yourself both physically and emotionally when you're grieving.
Make sure to eat healthy meals, get plenty of rest, and exercise regularly.
It's also important to find healthy ways to cope with your emotions, such as journaling, listening to music, or spending time outdoors
Frequently Asked Questions About Healing From Your Grief During the Holidays
What are some things I can do to heal from my grief during the holidays?
There are a few things you can do to help ease your pain during the holiday season. First, try to avoid triggers that may cause you to feel sad or upset. Triggers can be anything from certain songs or smells, to seeing certain people or places. If you know there will be triggers at holiday gatherings, try to arrive late or leave early if possible. You can also try to create new traditions that don't involve the triggers.
I'm dreading the holidays because I know they will be so hard without my loved one. How can I get through them?
It is completely normal to feel dread or even fear when thinking about the upcoming holiday season. One way to ease your anxiety is by planning ahead and being prepared for how you will deal with tough moments. If there are certain events you know will be difficult, try to come up with an exit strategy beforehand so you can leave if needed. It can also be helpful to talk to a therapist or counselor before the holidays to help you manage your expectations and emotions.
I don't want to ruin the holidays for my family by being sad all the time. What can I do?
It's important to remember that you are allowed to grieve however you need to, and that doesn't mean you have to ruin the holidays for everyone else. If you need to take a break from holiday festivities, do so. Go for a walk, take a nap, watch a movie—whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. You can also try talking to your family about your grief ahead of time and asking for their understanding and support.
The holidays were always my loved one's favorite time of year. What can I do to honor their memory?
There are many ways you can honor your loved one's memory during the holidays. You could decorate in their favorite colors, play their favorite music, make their favorite food, or even just talk about them often throughout the holiday season. You could also create a new tradition in their memory, such as planting a tree or making a donation in their name.
Overcomers Counseling is Here to Help
At Overcomers Counseling, our goal is to help you find the tools and resources you need in order to cope with your grief during the holidays.
Our counselors are here for you every step of the way, providing compassionate and non-judgmental support.
We understand how difficult it can be to face the holiday season after losing a loved one and we're here to help.
Contact us today to learn more about our grief counseling services. We look forward to hearing from you!
It's normal to feel overwhelmed by grief during the holidays. Remember that you are not alone, and there are resources available to help you cope with your loss.
Take care of yourself both physically and emotionally, plan for triggers and difficult moments, and find ways to honor the memory of your loved one.
Above all, don't be afraid to reach out for help.
A qualified counselor can provide the support you need to make it through the holidays.
We wish you peace and healing during this difficult time.
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Fruit, vegetables and ready meals have to be processed fresh and then preserved. For this, a protective nitrogen atmosphere is created using oil-free compressed air. A high level of oil-free compressed air is particularly important to ensure that during peeling and preparing, no oil residue from the air comes into contact with the food. In the processing of fruits, vegetables and ready meals, oily air would not only endanger the quality of products but also the health of consumers.


All of your arguments can now be settled.
Peanut butter is a staple food that is extremely delectable and is perfect either paired with just about anything or even on its own. However, there is always a debate regarding which type of peanut butter is best: creamy or chunky? Well my fellow peanut butter connoisseurs, our arguments can be laid to rest.
I created a survey and shared it via social media, asking college students to tell me what peanut butter they prefer. The 83 responses to the survey were from 2 graduate school students, 11 seniors, 15 juniors, 24 sophomores, and 30 freshmen.
Creamy peanut butter is preferred by 70% of the students who completed the survey. Now I know this does not account for the entire population of college students, however, it gives a general idea of what is preferred.
Whether you prefer creamy or chunky peanut butter is up to you, but we all know that any peanut butter is going to make our day much better and tastier!


Dr. Samer Jabbour, of the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) at the American University of Beirut (AUB), was elected as a governing councilor, representing the International Health Section at the American Public Health Association (APHA).
Dr. Jabbour's election came as an acknowledgment of his contributions in international health. "It's an honor to represent the dynamic International Health Section at APHA's leadership level and to contribute to APHA's international work towards advancing global health," said Jabbour. "As a member of FHS/AUB, I hope to bring in the perspectives and issues from this region and from our global networks to the attention of the APHA," he added.
Dr. Jabbour pursues dual work in public health as an associate professor of practice in the Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, and in medicine as a cardiologist. He focuses on regional and international collaborations, managing several large initiatives. He leads the "Public Health in the Arab World" initiative (see book of same title, Cambridge University Press, 2012, which was "highly commended" at the 2012 BMA Medical Book Awards). Dr. Jabbour also co-led "The Lancet Series on Health in the Arab world: a view from within" published in January 2014. His current area of focus is health and armed conflict. He is a co-chair and convener of the "Lancet-AUB Commission on Syria: Health in Conflict" and is founding member of a global network of researchers and advocates working to advance the field of study and practice of health and armed conflict.
Dr. Jabbour completed a medical degree (MD) at Aleppo University Faculty of Medicine (Syria) and a master of public health (MPH) degree at Harvard School of Public Health (USA). He trained in internal medicine at McGaw Medical Center, Northwestern University and in cardiology at the Lown Cardiovascular Center and Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School.


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Climate change could potentially wipe tiny island nations off the map: Prince Charles
Charles said some northern nations seemed worryingly ambivalent about the difference.
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New Delhi: The discourse on global warming and climate change has taken over a larger domain in the last few years and its rapidly growing effects have raised questions on Earth's habitability in the future.
Needless to say, the phenomenon of climate change is making its magnanimous presence felt in a bigger way, every day, every month.
Climate change and global warming are gradually wreaking havoc over the planet and the negative effects can be seen on various levels.
Britain's royal family has also voiced their concern over the effects of the phenomenon. At a Commonwealth gathering geared towards finding practical ways to reverse its effects, Prince Charles on Thursday, warned that tiny island nations could be wiped off the map by climate change.
Charles, the heir to the throne, said the planet was facing an existential crisis as he urged the Commonwealth to take forward its ideas to COP23, the next United Nations climate summit in the German city of Bonn in November.
While the 52-member Commonwealth contains G20 industrial powers like Britain, Canada and Australia and emerging forces like India and Nigeria, many of its members are developing island microstates.
The 2015 COP21 Paris accord targets keeping the rise in temperatures within two degrees Celsius (3.6 Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels and strives for 1.5 C (2.7 F) if possible.
"For some countries, particularly, the small island developing states of the Commonwealth, the difference could scarcely be more critical as it may literally mean the survival of their countries or their extinction," he told ambassadors and science experts gathered at the organisation's London headquarters.
"We face an existential crisis in every sense of the word."
A two-day Commonwealth conference in October brought together global experts to thrash out innovative schemes that could pull carbon out of the air and put it back into the Earth.
Today's gathering brought together the results of that conference and try and forge a common approach to COP23.
"The task we face is not only to protect nature but also to collaborate with nature," said Charles.
"The ideas we need are already out there but they will not happen by chance."
The Commonwealth is looking at notions including carbon- absorbing concrete and getting more productive agriculture through mimicking the ecosystems of wild, untended land.
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Dolo Language Publications was born as a result of Patti Lozano's five year stint as master television teacher and lesson/scriptwriter in an elementary Spanish video series. She composed original songs, chants and games for every unit, which soon proved to be the students' favorite section of every lesson. Before long, parents and students were requesting copies of the songs to play at home and in the car. Hence, Patti published the first book of songs, entitled Music That Teaches Spanish! A second volume soon followed, appropriately titled, More Music That Teaches Spanish, Spanish Grammar Swings, and more.
We also carry Music that Teaches German and Music that Teaches French as well as other materials to help in learning languages.
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"Music that Teaches Spanish!" presents core vocabulary and structures from any basic first year Spanish curriculum by means of lively, catchy original tunes. Popular with teachers and students of Spanish in both elementary and middle schools due to their humorous, repetitive lyrics and their wide variety of musical styles.
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Features core vocabulary and structures from Level 1 French curriculums by means of lively, catchy original tunes and clever, yet simple lyrics. Popular with teachers and students in both elementary and secondary classes because of their humorous, repetitive lyrics and the wide variety of musical styles.
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A collection of 12 very humorous short plays designed for middle school and high school. For high beginning and intermediate language students are written in present tense with simple flowing dialogue are no more than 15 minutes in length are designed for 3-8 student "actors."
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"More Music that teaches Spanish!" continues to help Spanish teachers to use music as an effective learning tool, using the same successful format as that in the first book.
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The mission of the center is to promote humanistic approaches to scholarship that privilege the study of human cultures and civilizations as well as human experience and that use scholarly methods that include comparative and speculative analytical paradigms. This human-centered approach is uniquely suited to addressing the difficult problems of defining, explaining, and interpreting causes and consequences of the human condition through rigorous scholarly engagement.
The center executes this mission by promoting traditional modes of humanistic research and by engaging creatively with major technological issues that are transforming the modern world. In this way, the center is promoting new growth in the strength of the human-centered scholarship while building on and benefiting from Virginia Tech's existing distinction for exceling in technology.
The vision for the center is grounded in a capacious understanding of humanities. It promotes research in humanistic disciplines, broadly conceived to encompass the arts; human-centered social sciences; traditional humanities disciplines such as languages and literature, history, philosophy, and religious studies; and the varieties of scholarly work happening across the university tackling important dimensions of the human condition. By combining this focus with innovative engagement of modern technology, the center will encourage collaboration across multiple colleges. Through such means, the center will advance paradigms for research to structure transdisciplinary scholarship both within the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences and across the university to support Virginia Tech's broader mission of comprehensive discovery, learning, and engagement.
As the university implements Beyond Boundaries to make Virginia Tech a truly comprehensive land-grant institution, this research center serves an especially pivotal role, complementing the robust emphasis on technology, engineering, and applied sciences to ensure a vibrant presence for humanistic scholarship.
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Call of War, also known as 1942: Call of War, is a free-to-play browser-based multiplayer strategy game developed by Bytro Labs where players can command forces and fight in battles of World War II. In Call of War it is the year 1942 and the world is full of conflict. The most powerful nations in the world are warring with each other and need a leader, which is where you come in. Lead your country in naval warfare, dogfights, ground battles and more to achieve military success!
Succeed Your Way: Conquer your foes by taking over new areas, researching new technology, and forging alliances with other nations.
Important Research: Research new types of units and even conduct secret research operations like constructing an atomic bomb.
Alliances: Align with other countries to increase your foothold and protect your interests.
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Urist likes giant sperm whales for their teeth.
A gigantic monster in the shape of a sperm whale.
Giant sperm whales are really, REALLY giant—they are even bigger than a real-world blue whale. They produce truly enormous stacks of animal products, which can reach over 13,000 total units worth of food; butchering one will feed a 100-dwarf fortress for a bit more than ten years—if the corpse doesn't rot halfway to the butcher's shop, of course. Giant sperm whales are the largest creatures in the game by a wide margin; they are eight times the size of a dragon, ten times that of a bronze colossus, about 380 times the size of a fully-grown bull moose, and about 3,330 times the size of a measly dwarf.
Hunting giant sperm whales is not easy due to their aquatic nature (and their sheer size). They can be captured with a fish-catching chamber and then air-drowned; out of the water, a giant sperm whale will turn into a corpse relatively quickly. They will also occasionally beach themselves, leaving a corpse ready for butchering by lucky dwarves.
If you happen to embark on a Terrifying ocean, you may run into undead versions of these. If you do, pray Armok will have mercy, because this thing will have none. Be sure to tell the forum how much fun you had as well!
Like normal sperm whales, giant sperm whales have a 1/101 chance of being born with white skin instead of the usual gray.
Some dwarves admire giant sperm whales for their vengeful nature and their teeth.
It is rumored that giant sperm whales can only be slain by throwing iron spears into their heads. Giant sperm whales also tend to rip off limbs for no reason, and thereafter the surviving dwarf may start a grudge with the whale that may spell doom for dozens of dwarves.
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I haven't been keeping up with watch news for a while. Just wondering if Seiko is still releasing periodic "limited" or otherwise unique versions of the Monster. I am familiar with the yellow, blue, red, and green versions, anything since?
I had a blue but gave it away as a gift, still have a red. BTW, I'd like to find another blue if anyone can point me towards a source.


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by Calvin Sun | Aug 6, 2016 | August 2016: Southern Africa, Fit for Foodies, Lessons Learned, Public Transportation, South Africa | 0 comments
Johannesburg just got served
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Last night we partied it up in the hipster neighborhood of Braamfontein, where we found out that every bar there has a 30-50 ZAR cover charge, and that even with an entry stamp on your wrist they'll make you wait in the back of a 2 hour line if you step out of the venue for just a few seconds to answer a phone call (And we all learned this the hard way…they wouldn't even let me back in to close my tab and retrieve my credit card!).
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But today we didn't let that get in the way as we kicked off our morning with an breezy outdoor breakfast at Israeli/South African joint Eat Your Heart Out before heading southwest (around 15 minutes via Uber) to Johannesburg's top-rated attraction, The Apartheid Museum.
Admission fee is 80 ZAR per person, 65 ZAR if you have a student ID.
It hits you in the gut from the very beginning — your admission ticket randomly selects you to either enter separate "white" and "non-white" entrances of the museum.
You then walk up a ramp alongside life-size figures of descendants of the original (and diverse) settlers of Johannesburg towards the main part of the museum.
The museum itself seamlessly combines a variety of compelling visual displays that trace the beginnings of Johannesburg to the rise and fall of apartheid, as well as the violent armed struggles both to maintain and repeal it.
Be prepared to spend up to 2 hours here; even if you tried to breeze through the exhibits, many of the displays will compel you to linger longer than you would have expected.
A solitary confinement cell
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Afterwards we took a cab to the north of central Johannesburg, visiting an equally poignant Constitution Hill.
View of Johannesburg from Constitution Hill
Constitution Hill is home to an old colonial Fort that was converted to a jail for political prisoners, the most famous of which was Prisoner 466/64, aka Nelson Mandela.
The fort's confinement cells were reserved for white prisoners, which were much more liberal than the ones designated to non-whites in another part of the prison complex; white prisoners here were allowed to have a desk, sit on chairs, talk to one another, or even play chess through the mesh separating some of their cells!
In the courtyard of the prison fort was a beautiful mural that looked like a Google Map of Johannesburg, but actually composed of a mosaic of different colored stones.
Situated below the fort was the main attraction of Constitution Hill, namely Number 4, a notorious prison block that overcrowded, underfed, and savagely exploited its black prisoners, whereas white prisoners were treated much more humanely.
It is also famous for its imprisonment of Mahatma Gandhi; his experiences here largely contributed to the foundations of his future struggles for Indian independence.
Solitary confinement cells
Across from Number 4 is South Africa's highest courthouse, the Constitutional Court, which oversees legal cases defending basic human rights and freedoms.
So where Number 4 was a symbol of South Africa's inhumane, racist past, the Constitutional Court would be South Africa's hope for a brighter future.
Fittingly, separating Number 4 and Constitutional Court are the Stairs of Africa, built with dismantled bricks from old prisons.
A little off from the hill is The Women's Gaol, aka the former women's prison. It now functions as a public conference space and museum for temporary exhibitions.
After about an hour and a half at Constitution Hill, we walked south along De Korte St., back towards where we partied last night at Braamfontein.
Once in Braamfontein, we followed the commotion and stumbled upon Neighbourgoods Market, South Africa's answer to New York's Smorgasburg.
I remember being intrigued by this place after it was profiled extensively on Anthony Bourdain's show Parts Unknown, and finally being here in person did not disappoint — within a communal space filled with beautiful people and live performances stretching into its rooftop that overlooks Braamfontein, lie countless food stalls that exemplify the best offering of Johannesburg's gastronomic diversity.
And the food:
Get here early! They close up at around 4pm.
After filling our stomachs and getting a little tipsy from their sangria by the bottle, we staggered down Nelson Mandela Bridge towards the gentrified Newtown district of central Johannesburg.
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Once in Newtown, we stretched out our legs in its precinct park.
And within the park is Joburg's Workers Museum:
Afterwards, we watched the sunset over Mary Fitzgerald Square before calling a cab back home.
FYI, the Uber situation here can sometimes a tricky ordeal as drivers here can literally not move from where they accepted your ride request unless you call to inform them that you're ready to be picked up.
Other drivers can even have a hard time navigating their own city (one of our drivers today had never heard of either Constitutional Hill or the Apartheid Museum…)
Tonight we say goodbye to one of our monsooners Aaron Lam as we officially conclude week 1 and begin week 2! We'll miss you Aaron!
- At time of posting in Johannesburg, it was 20 °C - Humidity: 18% | Wind Speed: 11km/hr | Cloud Cover: clear


Are you finding it hard to sustain your blogging inspiration at the moment? This week I'd like to help you get your blogging moving again.
So this week I'd like to invite you to participate with me in a little project called the 'Rediscover Your Blogging Groove' project.
Each day over the next week I'm going to announce a new type of post that I'll invite you to write on your blog.
I'll attempt to make them general enough to for most types of blogs (some of you might need to get a little creative) and will write a few ideas and thoughts on how to approach the type of post that I'm writing about. I'll also try to give a few good examples from around the blogosphere of each type of post.
The object is simply to take the post type and write something on your blog that bounces off what I write.
There's no need to link back here (this isn't about me, it's about you getting your blog groove back).
I'm not going to create a big list of posts that you all write (although you're welcome to show off your posts in the comments announcing each day's post type so we can see how you approached it).
There are no 'rules'. Take my suggested post types in any direction you'd like, tweak the, change them, ignore them, do it over a longer period if you can't manage 7 posts in a week – do whatever you like – but have fun with it.
Look forward to playing. I would really like to upskill my practical experience in blogging with different objectives / styles.
Talk about great timing! I've been suffering one of the most severe blogger's block ever. Would be looking forward for the coming installments.
Darren, good idea. I wonder how you people think of such new things. Maybe thats why you all are "Pro Bloggers". This one is surely going to help me. I hope it will get my blog a new face. Thanks Darren.
Wow, thanks Darren! This may be just what I need. I have been blogging just over a year and I am hitting the big 'slump' now. I cant wait for it to start!
I like the sounds of this. Thanks for thinking of us.
What a fabulous idea. This should be very interesting.
I think we are in time where we sit back wait for elections to be over and celebrate the new beginning.
Thanks for the excellent idea. The well was starting to run a little dry as I begin to work more on projects and write less about the projects. I'll try to follow it.
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Great idea Darren. My solution to get back in the groove was 31 straight days of really useful posts for my readers. 20 days to go.
I find that developing an editorial calendar helps keep an objective perspective and helps me not to become trapped in trying to fill the "immediate" day's blog.
In other words, strategic thinking is necessary.
I have no shortage of inspiration and a very healthy backlog of draft posts, but this looks like fun! Great idea.
This is a great idea. I'm so pleased it isn't just me! I've just written a very brief post on the fact that I've been suffering for the past few weeks and not written a thing!
Encouraging to see I'm not quite alone!
I think we all have the summer time blogging blues, so thanks for the inspiration. But sometimes burn out means we need to take a break and do something else, like exercise, watch a movie, read a good book, or take a short trip.
I like this. Very creative, Darren!
I am never disappointed when I visit you at problogger. I am doing pretty good with my blog. I am not bored nor am I feeling uninspired. I am feeling VERY busy. I appreciate the list posts. I shall try it later today. It should help me get some good information out with spending the hours I tend to spend writing my blog posts.
I came here for one thing this morning and I got something else.
Just found out about this, and am Excited to participate as well. Always a big fan, Darren.
I can't stop laughing at that pic, Darren.
Awesome advice! While I haven't "lost" my blogging groove, I'm certainly trying to find one. I'm fairly new to blogging… and your advice will certainly set me on the right track. Thanks again!


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Last week I returned home from the Paddle Marathon Laguna Bacalar 2015, which took place in Bacalar, Mexico. Bacalar is gorgeous. It's located just north of Belize on a freshwater lagoon surrounded by a jungle.
I stayed at the Villas Ecotucan, which are run by Arturo, Gunnar and Jaqueline. (Gunnar and Jaqueline are also organizers of the Paddle Marathon Laguna Bacalar 2015.) The place was absolutely incredible!
One of the two cabins that I stayed in.
The thatch-roofed cabins are made out of native materials. Jaqueline worded it well by saying it's like luxury camping.
The open restaurant was a wonderful place to relax and socialize.
The lagoon was on the property and just a short distance from the cabins.
Gunnar runs kayaking trips on the lagoon for guests. I tagged along on one of these trips.
It was fun to paddle around the mangroves.
Throughout the kayaking trip we stopped several times to enjoy a dip in the warm water or some fresh tropical fruit.
It was very relaxing to swim in the warm water.
After returning from the kayaking trip, I headed out with Jaqueline for a nature walk in the jungle (this is another service provided to guests at Ecotucan).
There are many animals in the jungle, and although jaguar sightings are rare, this sign was brought up in many conversations.
Jaqueline is very knowledgeable about the plants, birds, bugs and animals in the area.
Seeing this tarantula in the jungle was a real treat.
Visitors with open eyes could spot all kinds of wildlife. Here a bunch of geckos enjoy the evening.
I spent quite a bit of time trying to find a scorpion. My last night in Bacalar, one came to me.
Of course, besides from hanging out in paradise, there was a paddling event taking place. The two-day race brought in over 70 participants in all types of watercraft; including Mayan canoes, kayaks and stand up paddleboards.
It was a treat to paddle across the lagoon on a five person stand up paddleboard.
Steve and Lise prepare to race kayaks built by Gunnar.
The Mayan canoes were gorgeous, and each of them held ten paddlers.
Before the race participants warmed up, and spirits were high.
The kayaks and canoes were first to start the race.
The stand up paddleboards started just seconds later.
While the race was going on, I hung out at the booth chatting with people about traditional kayaking. I also ran a private class, teaching the Storm Roll.
Gunnar's balance boards were fun for all ages.
The weather was hot, and everyone (including Tyson here) found ways to cool off.
It was fun watching the racers come in.
Throughout the week, I had the chance to try lots of different food and drink (all of which were very tasty).
This michelada is a Mexican drink made with beer, lime juice and assorted sauces, spices and peppers.
I also really enjoyed the fresh fruit and coconuts.
One evening we got fresh tamales from a street vendor.
The tamales are wrapped in banana leaves and covered with a very spicy chili sauce (optional – but delicious).
The airport was a four hour drive from Bacalar, and I left a day early with Lise and Steve (pictured previously in this blog) to relax for a night in the city of Tulum.
Tulum has white sand beaches, relaxing hotels, tasty restaurants and the Caribbean Sea.
Of course, there were fish tacos as well.
All in all, it was a wonderful week. Thanks to Gunnar and Jaqueline for having me out for the event!
For us here at Greenland or Bust, kayaking season is in full swing, and the year ahead looks awesome! Helen is currently in Bacalar, Mexico, at the Paddle Marathon Laguna Bacalar 2015, and Mark is currently running a five day BCU 4 Star Training in Pembrokeshire, Wales.
We were in Wales and England for a large part of April, and enjoyed running Simplifying the Roll, Combat Rolling and a week long BCU 4 Star Sea Training on Anglesey. We also squeezed in time for some personal paddling and adventure. After that, Helen flew across "the pond" to be a presenter at the East Coast Paddlesports and Outdoor Festival in Charleston, South Carolina. Meanwhile, Mark stuck around Wales for the Kayak Essentials Festival on Anglesey, followed by a BCU 4 Star Sea Assessment with candidates from Finland, Germany and Canada. Helen then headed to California to run classes during the Explore North Coast Kayaking Social. As mentioned, Mark is currently in Pembrokeshire, Wales running a BCU 4 Star training week, and Helen is enjoying the jungle and lagoon while teaching and presenting at the Paddle Marathon Laguna Bacalar 2015 in Bacalar, Mexico.
Coming up in May Mark will be running a BCU 4 Star Sea Training and a BCU 4 Star Sea Assessment on Anglesey in Wales, and Helen will be running Simplifying the Roll and Simplifying the Rescue in Lodi, California. After all of that our Rebel Kayaks supported Nordic Tour begins. This year's tour is bigger and better than ever, and we have classes scheduled in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. We are very excited to be back for another tour, and look forward to seeing all of our Scandinavian friends again. Click HERE for our 2015 tour schedule. With the success of this year's Storm Gathering USA, we've had lots of inquiries about future events, and it's always good to plan ahead 🙂 The next UK Storm Gathering takes place February 20 to 22, 2016 on Anglesey in Wales, and the next Storm Gathering USA takes place March 3 to 5, 2017 in Trinidad, California.
When performing a rescue, give loud and clear directions to the rescuee, and be ready to modify your rescue if necessary. Remember that the purpose of a rescue is to get the rescuee back in their kayak as quickly as possible. This might require modification of a "textbook rescue." It is very important to keep yourself (the rescuer) safe. If the rescuer is not safe, then the rescuer could become another rescuee. As the rescuer, you should take care of yourself. Be ready to abandon the rescue and start again if the rescuee puts you in danger. When a rescuee re-enters their kayak, there can be a lot of strain put on the rescuer. When the kayaks are rafted together, lean into the center as much as possible, this helps to distribute the pressure of the rescue throughout your core, instead of putting all of the pressure on your shoulder(s). Keeping your elbows bent also reduces pressure on the shoulder(s), which can reduce the possibility of shoulder injury.


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The best lesser-known works by Gluck
We discover the lesser-known works of an operatic great
Christoph Willibald Gluck is a composer widely credited for radical reforms in opera. Not that you'd necessarily be aware of it – as much of the composer's non-operatic works have fallen into relative obscurity. Today he is mainly known for operas like Orfeo ed Euridice and Iphigénie en Tauride, despite having written nine symphonies, numerous chamber works and several choral pieces.
We have given five of his lesser-known works an airing. You can hear each of them in the playlist below.
1. Six Trio Sonatas, Wq.53
Gluck wrote his Six Trio Sonatas while acting as house composer at the King's Theatre in London in 1746. The instrumentation and style of these remain typical of the late Baroque style. However, it was in London that Gluck was exposed to the music of George Friederic Handel, something that would greatly influence his later classical style.
2. De profundis
Gluck's pupil Salieri conducted a performance of De profundis for choir and orchestra at the composer's funeral in 1787, but it was not published until 1804. It is a rare surviving example of Gluck's skillful choral writing. His Hoch tut euch auf also survives and performances of it are usually given during Advent.
Note: the De profundis is not available on Spotify, but a performance can be found here
3. Symphony Concertante in D major
The Symphony Concertante demonstrates Gluck's transition into the classical style making use, as it does, of a form that mixed soloists with newly emerging symphonic writing. The piece is scored for strings and woodwind, and features an exciting and virtuosic interplay between oboe and natural horns.
4. Flute Concerto in G major
This concerto attributed to Gluck is a hidden gem that rarely appears in catalogues of the composer's works. The origins of the piece are relatively unknown, but it is possible that Gluck may have written it while he was still a student and developing his style. The strength of the composer's instrumental writing can be heard in the flute's sparkling melodic line.
5. Symphony in G major
While in Milan, Gluck studied under the composer and symphonist Sammartini where he would have observed the development of the symphony from Baroque opera overture into something approaching the conventional classical form we are familiar with today. The symphony is written in the gallant style, which favoured simple melodies and harmonic progressions over the complex polyphony of the Baroque period.
Anya Hancock


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SMB Management Platform vcita Launches 'xperts' Partnership Program for Business Consultants
Monday, February 1, 2021 11:20 AM
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SEATTLE, WA / ACCESSWIRE / February 1, 2021 / Today, vcita, the business management platform for small business owners, has launched an entirely revamped partnership program for business consultants and marketing agencies that service entrepreneurs, freelancers and small business owners.
The new xperts offering provides members (referred to as "xperts") with a powerful platform to manage their clients and provide valuable services, such as training in using a CRM, managing leads and handling email marketing, to support their clients' business growth.
The new program responds to the shifting needs of SMB owners. COVID-19 forced businesses online, but many people are finding that going digital is harder than they expected. Simply having a static "brochure" website is no longer enough; SMB owners need assistance to help them acquire the digital skills they need to thrive, and they can't wait for in-person meetings.
The xperts program enables business consultants, success coaches and marketing agencies to deliver vital support to SMB clients to guide them through their digital transformations from a distance. With xperts, consultants and coaches can offer a wide range of bundled services and personalized interactions in a secure, branded space.
"The COVID-19 situation has prompted many SMB owners to rethink the way they operate," said vcita CEO Itzik Levy. "It's been a challenging but empowering time for those who are eager to try new things. Many are still figuring out the best ways to shift their businesses online and learn how to run digital marketing, organize their CRM, handle online scheduling, and dozens of other digital tasks."
These dynamics have changed the way that agencies, consultants, freelancers and coaches specializing in SMB success operate as well. "Our aim is to empower business consultants to help their clients with digital transformation," said Levy, "while at the same time, giving them tools to diversify and deepen their own services."
As part of the program, xperts are onboarded as authorized resellers of the vcita platform for their SMB clients, enabling them to earn lifetime commissions on clients' vcita subscriptions. As part of the new program, vcita will provide revamped co-marketing materials, sales training, and a designated account manager for each xpert.
But unlike a typical affiliate partnership program, xperts is committed to the success of its partners' own businesses. The xperts program is designed to help partners add meaningful long-term revenue streams and expand their own service offerings.
The xperts dashboard enables partners to track business development for their clients on an ongoing basis, work together with them on marketing campaigns, and carry out actions on their behalf, like delivering leads into the CRM ready for clients to schedule a meeting or send a message. It's also fully customizable, so partners can add their own logos, brand colors, etc. to the vcita dashboard where they'll interact with SMB clients.
"The goal behind xperts is to help our partners run healthy, innovative companies and encourage their own clients to do the same," said Levy.
The new program follows the launch of a number of other features and services to help small businesses through the COVID-19 crisis. In April, vcita launched the "Business Unusual" portal in partnership with MasterCard; September saw the launch of the "Packages" feature for pre-selling bundles of services in one go; and in November, the new contactless payments feature "Pay by Mobile" was released.
"Our view is that small businesses are fundamental to the world's economic health," added Levy. "We've taken it upon ourselves to deliver the tools and support they need to survive this crisis, recover quickly and to thrive in 2021.
About vcita
vcita helps SMBs and entrepreneurs build and manage a business they are proud of and remain competitive in the digital economy, with a business management platform that covers day-to-day needs. vcita's cloud-based solutions help solopreneurs and small teams manage their entire business, turning time-consuming tasks like scheduling, payment collection and marketing campaigns into simple, one-click operations, from one app.
Dan Edelstein
SOURCE: vcita


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Эммануэ́ль Адебайо́р (; ) — тоголезский футболист, нападающий.

Клубная карьера
В «Меце» дебютировал в сезоне 2001/02, но ещё сильнее он впечатлил всех в следующем сезоне, забив 13 голов. Такой игрой заинтересовал «Монако». С этим клубом дошёл до финала Лиги чемпионов сезона 2003—2004, а также был признан лучшим тоголезским игроком года.

За «Арсенал» дебютировал в матче с «Бирмингемом», который канониры выиграли 2:0, а сам тоголезец забил 1 гол. В сезоне 2006/07 Эммануэль забил 8 мячей в составе «Арсенала» и с уходом Анри стал главной ударной силой своего клуба. В мае 2007 Адебайор подписал с «Арсеналом» долгосрочный контракт. В сезоне 2007/08 тоголезец записал на свой счёт 30 голов, став лучшим бомбардиром клуба, и вошёл в символическую сборную английской Премьер-лиги по итогам сезона. Гол, забитый на 52-й минуте в ворота «Рединга» в матче 13-го тура чемпионата 2007/08 (3:1), стал для «канониров» тысячным в английской премьер-лиге. Несмотря на слухи о возможном переходе Адебайора в «Милан», нападающий остался в клубе. Проведя в стане канониров ещё один сезон (2008/09, в котором Адебайор забил 16 мячей), тоголезец принял решение перейти в «Манчестер Сити». Всего за «Арсенал» провёл 142 матча и забил 62 гола.

18 июля 2009 года за 25 млн фунтов перешёл в «Манчестер Сити». В дебютном сезоне за «Сити» Адебайор забил 14 голов в 26 матчах Премьер-Лиги. Однако в сезоне 2010/11 Адебайор прекратил попадать в основной состав и в январе 2011 года был отдан в аренду мадридскому «Реалу» до конца сезона с правом выкупа за 15 млн фунтов.

30 января 2011 года дебютировал за «Реал» в выездном матче чемпионата Испании 2010/11 против «Осасуны». Вышел на замену на 65-й минуте вместо Анхеля Ди Марии. 3 февраля 2011 года открыл счёт за «blancos» в домашнем матче Кубка Испании 2010/11 против «Севильи». Мяч, забитый Адебайором на 95-й минуте (в компенсированное время), стал 5000 голом «Реала» на «Сантьяго Бернабеу». В матчах чемпионата носил футболку с 6 номером, однако в еврокубках он заявлен за Мамаду Диарра. Поэтому в Лиге чемпионов форвард играл под номером 28.

25 августа 2011 на правах аренды перебрался в английский «Тоттенхэм». В сезоне 2011/12 в 33 матчах забил 17 голов. После столь успешного сезона 21 августа 2012 перешёл в «Тоттенхэм» на постоянной основе. Сумма сделки составила £5 миллионов. В конце января 2016 перешёл в «Кристал Пэлас» на правах свободного агента.

31 января 2017 года было объявлено о переходе Адебайора в турецкий «Истанбул Башакшехир». Соглашение с тоголезским футболистом рассчитано до лета 2018 года. 10 апреля впервые за долгое время оформил хет-трик в матче с «Галатасараем». Он забил шесть голов в 11 матчах чемпионата за оставшуюся часть сезона. 19 ноября 2017 года Адебайор сделал ещё один хет-трик в ворота всё того же «Галатасарая», клуб одержал победу 5:1. 20 июня 2019 года покинул «Истанбул Башакшехир». 26 августа 2019 года Адебайор присоединился к «Кайсериспору», подписав однолетний контракт. Он покинул клуб в декабре 2019 года.

Карьера в сборной
Стал настоящим героем Того, забив 11 голов в африканской квалификации на чемпионат мира 2006 года и став её лучшим бомбардиром, благодаря чему сборная Того впервые в своей истории попала на Мундиаль. Несмотря на небольшой конфликт с руководством сборной на Кубке африканских наций 2006 года, Эммануэль Адебайор стал капитаном сборной Того. После разногласий с федерацией по поводу премиальных выгнали из сборной (по другим данным это обусловлено тем, что 8 января этого года Адебайор вместе с партнёрами по сборной Того попал под обстрел, когда автобус с командой направлялся в Анголу). В феврале 2016 года объявил о завершении международной карьеры, но спустя месяц решил вернуться в сборную.

Статистика выступлений

Достижения

Командные
 «Реал Мадрид»
 Обладатель Кубка Испании: 2010/11

Личные
 Лучший футболист Того (4): 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
 Африканский футболист года по версии Би-би-си: 2007
 Африканский футболист года: 2008

Личная жизнь
Адебайор занимается благотворительностью: он помог открыть школу и клинику в Того. В 2011 году для ганских городов Хамиле и Коро он передал властям два аппарата по выкачиванию воды, оснащенные фильтрами. В начале июля 2015 года принял ислам.

В декабре 2017 года Адебайор усыновил Джуниора Эммануэля, сына своего старшего брата Питера, который скончался.

Примечания

Ссылки
 Профиль на официальном сайте ФК «Тоттенхэм»
 Интервью с Адебайором на сайте ФИФА от 21 мая 2008
 Профиль игрока на «Русских Шпорах»

Футболисты Того
Игроки сборной Того по футболу
Игроки ФК «Мец»
Игроки ФК «Монако»
Игроки ФК «Арсенал» Лондон
Игроки ФК «Манчестер Сити»
Игроки ФК «Реал Мадрид»
Игроки ФК «Тоттенхэм Хотспур»
Игроки ФК «Кристал Пэлас»
Игроки ФК «Истанбул Башакшехир»
Игроки ФК «Кайсериспор»
Игроки ФК «Олимпия» Асунсьон

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Where else did Paul gain his expertise? Early in his career, Paul realized the quickest road to growing and learning was by forming alliances. He formed a type of Mastermind Alliance group (from Napoleon Hill – Think and Grow Rich) with 4 other like-minded, ambitious people. They were a banker, a lawyer/politician, a real estate agent, an accountant, and Paul – the sales engineer. It was clear to Paul then, that you didn't need to be fully immersed in someone's business to help them be successful. The group held each other accountable, while sharing their goals, and sharing the new ideas they were learning from books and people they were meeting. There's nothing quite like having someone you know and trust pushing you to succeed. Paul continued to learn from others through groups such as: Board of Trade, Toastmasters, Junior Achievement, the local ASHRAE chapter President (an HVAC industry organization) and in particular, The Alternative Board for 14 years.
Paul has brought many new products and idea to market Paul's previous company, HVAC Systems and Solutions Ltd., represented some of the largest, and most well-known HVAC manufacturers in North America, including YORK International, Carrier Corporation, and Johnson Controls Inc. These companies would regularly release new products and ideas to the overall marketplace, and it was Paul's company's job to get those new products in the hands of the local engineers and contractors that were building those new buildings. In a marketplace that searched out new and more efficient products, putting together what would work in his marketplace, is what Paul's company excelled at. Some products were winners, and some were not. Deciphering what drove the customers in his marketplace, and what they wanted was a constant undertaking. Paul was a co-founder of The Sewage SHARC (www.sharcenergy.com) which now trades under the symbol SHRC on the CSE. An HVAC product that takes heat from raw sewage, which otherwise would go down the drain, and provides heat back into the building it came from – or for the building next door. The Sewage SHARC is now being sold throughout North America, the U.K., and Australia.
Paul's background Paul is a professional engineer who graduated from Electrical Engineering at Concordia University in Montreal. Paul's career started as a sales engineer working for Trane Company from 1986 – 1999. He was fortunate to work for great mentors at Trane Halifax, Paul and Joan Conrad for eight years. The lessons learned there would be invaluable for what it would take to run a business. Paul, Peter and Geoff were three ambitious friends in Halifax, each early in different careers as an engineer, banker and lawyer, who helped each other reach their goals, listening and reading the books that led to great personal development, (including joining Toastmasters and Board of Trade). Jim Rohn said, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." This was a perfect example of how important your friends are when you're just getting your career started.


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Recovering from your ACL Surgery
Zili November 15, 2017 Healing, Sports Injury
Anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, injuries are amongst the most common type of injuries affecting today's athletes. According to the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine, about 250,000 ACL injuries occur in the USA and Canada each year. ACL injuries are usually caused by either an impact or a sudden shift in position; according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, 70 percent of ACL injuries in athletes happen through sudden movements, like pivoting, cutting, sidestepping, out of control play or awkward landings, while about 30 percent of ACL injuries occur from contact with other players.
For a severe ACL injury, surgery is usually required to restore the knee's function and for the athlete to return to play. While one can function with a torn ACL in daily activities, it will prevent an athlete from performing at their previous level and is also a risk for other injuries.
The general goals of rehabilitating an injured ACL are as follows:
Regain knee stability
Improve muscle strength
Improve function
Decrease re-injury risk
Acute Stage
Before the Surgery
In this stage of the injury, whether surgery is being considered or not, physiotherapy focuses on reducing inflammation and pain and regaining functional range of motion (ROM), strength, and knee stability.
In order to reduce swelling and inflammation, PRICE principles are followed: Protect, Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate. Modalities such as ultrasound and interferential current (IFC) may also help reduce pain and swelling in the knee. In order to maintain stability and protect the knee at this stage, taping and/or bracing are used.
ROM exercises include simple flexion/extension movements of the knee to the tolerable range limited by pain, and gentle movements (such as slow kicks and cycling motions). Strengthening should focus on either isometric or closed kinetic chain for extension (straightening the knee) motions to avoid further injury to the ACL. These include straight leg raises and pushing the back of the knee down onto the bed with the knee straight. Strengthening knee flexion (bending of the knee) may be done with one lying on the tummy and bending the knee in that position.
Preparation for surgery is a stage that builds upon the acute stage protocols. These include continuing to reduce the pain and inflammation of the knee and progressing exercises that were initially introduced to continue improving range of motion and strength in the knee. One should gain the most function as possible before the surgery in order to speed up the recovery time. Prior to surgery, the knee should have little to no swelling, a full range of motion and normal (or close to normal) gait pattern.
In this stage, mental preparation for the surgery is also enforced, including education on what to expect after the surgery and the recovery process. Strategies to help manage the immediate post-surgery phase, such as how to use crutches and how to go up and down stairs with them, are also introduced.
Different surgeons have different protocols as to how to progress exercises and load bearing after a surgery. The following is one of the protocols on the recovery process after surgery:
RICE principles are applied to reduce swelling and inflammation. Braces and crutches are mandatory at this stage. The goal of the first week is to achieve full extension and 70 degrees of flexion. Strengthening exercises for the quadriceps, hamstrings, and gastrocnemius (calf) muscles are also given.
Week 3-4:
With improving strength and range, progression in crutch usage occurs – first learning to use just one crutch. Strengthening exercises continues to focus on closed-kinetic chain and isometric exercises. A stationary bike is often used to help improve knee range of motion, with the goal of being able to complete one rotation (requires at least 90 degrees of knee flexion).
Progression of exercises continues based on how much pain and swelling is in the knee. At this stage, the usage of the knee brace is gradually reduced. Balance and proprioception exercises may begin if strength is good and pain is sufficiently reduced. More complex and intensive strengthening exercises may begin.
Dynamic exercises, such as backward and lateral movements are introduced. Isokinetic training, such as riding a stationary bike and walking on treadmills may begin in earnest.
Month 3:
Functional exercises such as running and jumping are introduced at 3 months. Work on agility, proprioception, and balance continue.
Month 4-5 and Beyond:
For return to full function to occur, one needs to continue improving knee endurance, and strengthen the knee stabilizers. Functional drills, some of which may be sports specific, may be introduced. These could include specific footwork techniques, sudden acceleration/deceleration drills and running and cutting maneuvers. Follow up visits with the physiotherapist should occur regularly in order to continue progressing the exercises until the athlete is at full function.
Contact one of our physiotherapists at Vansports Physio if you have any additional questions on how to recover from an ACL injury!
Campbell et al. Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine Position
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S. van Grinsven, R. E. H. van Cingel, C. J. M. Holla, C. J. M. van Loon. Evidence-based rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2010; 18:1128–1144
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