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76 Classic Cars From the Grand Ledge Fitzgerald Park Car & Craft Show
Wally Londo
Wally Londo Published: July 28, 2021
Brent Alberts
I think when we were young, guys just gravitated to cars. They were a status symbol when you were a teenager, it provided you a freedom you had never experienced before.
Being able to go where you want, when you want, without having to ask your parents for a ride. And some of the cars that came out in the sixties and seventies were very macho, muscle cars if you will.
I still remember getting my learners license at 14 in Florida and driving my parents 61 T-Bird, with a required parent or adult in the passenger seat. When I turned 16 I got my first car, a 1961 Ford Fairlane.
No adults were required now, and the fun started to happen. Cruising through the Burger King where everybody cool hung out. It was the thing to do.
I never had the opportunity when I was young to own one of those muscle cars. I did get to drive one once, it was my Brothers 66 Chevy II SS, 327 and 4 on the floor. That car was fire engine red and ran like a bat out of hell.
I took pride at the time being able to identify most any car on the road, whether it was a 50's or 60's model, I knew them all. And I certainly enjoyed the 70's models too, it was an era of automobiles that was as cool as the 50s and 60s, and it was my first full decade of car ownership.
We still had awesome automobiles come out in the 80s through today. But they just don't have the same nostalgic feel of the eras when I was growing up.
They have created many great features that we would have never imagined back in the day, heated seats, rear cameras, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and totally rad sound systems.
In the old days it was style and muscle that made cars sexy, today it's more about the bells and whistles offered by the manufacturer. I think that's one reason so many of us like visiting classic car shows. Taking us back to the days of simplicity, and sexy powerfully fast cars.
And in those days, there was no plastic used in the car body, something you see a lot of today. They were literally tanks in the earlier days.
Of course we were paying 25 cents for a gallon of gas, so all the extra weight did not matter. You could literally put a dollar's worth of gas in your car and drive for the rest of the day.
I thought the car show at Fitzgerald Park had a lot of great variety in vehicles for us to enjoy. I hope you like the gallery. Honestly I'm not an expert on classic cars, but I know quite a bit about most of them that have been manufactured in my lifetime.
If it came out earlier than the 1950's I don't have a lot of ability to provide details. But I did my best identifying all the cars in the gallery, but some descriptions are basic, as I was not able to find more information. Enjoy!
Classic Car Show at Fitzgerald Park Grand Ledge
One of the most exciting collections of classic cars gathered in one place - 76 cars to view
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By C-HIT Staff | April 16, 2013
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Five nursing homes were fined by the state Department of Public Health for lapses in care.
A $1,020 fine was levied on the Golden Hill Health Care Center of Milford for failing to provide proper care to a resident who needed splints/braces on his or her lower extremities. An inspection in January found that there was no record that the resident's skin was monitored, as directed in the care plan. The resident suffered skin wounds caused by pressure from the incorrect use of the splints/braces, according to a DPH inspection report.
The Bishop Wicke Health & Rehabilitation Center, Inc., of Shelton was fined $1,090 for failing to properly supervise a resident who fell twice in August 2012. The patient sustained a hip fracture, as well as lacerations of the forehead and arm, after being found on the bathroom floor. Also, the nursing home was cited for loose bedrails during an inspection.
The Pope John Paul II Care and Rehabilitation Center of Danbury was fined $1,090 after a resident developed a pressure ulcer on the thumb, as a result of the use of a hand splint. The resident, who also was identified as at risk for falls, sustained injuries from falling when he or she was not properly assisted or supervised.
The Portland Care & Rehabilitation Center of Portland was fined $570 after an incident in which a certified nurse's aide admitted taking a Fentanyl narcotic pain patch from a patient. The aide was placed on administrative leave, according to the DPH report.
The Chesterfields Health Care Center of Chester was fined $1,420 for failing to properly supervise a resident who was identified as a danger to himself or herself and others. The resident, with a history of bipolar disorder, dementia and depression, had resisted care and become abusive to facility staff, but was not properly assessed for those concerns, the DPH report says. The patient was transported to an acute care hospital by taxi – instead of being properly transported by emergency medical personnel.
Medication Errors, Falls Result In Nursing Home Fines
Seven nursing homes have been fined by the state Department of Public Health in connection with medication errors or residents who fell or sustained broken bones. On Feb.
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What to make of these reports? If I were a casual reader, I might just assume that nursing homes are bad places, which as the common wisdom holds, everyone wants to avoid. If I were a relative of someone who had to have long term care, I might judge these facilities as the bad apples. But on Nursing Home Compare, Medicare's website that rates facilities for the public, all of these homes have average to high ratings, and several of them have four or five star accolades. One of the homes has a rating from Consumer Reports as one of the best Nursing Homes of 2013.
So what does this mean? Some of the citations reference the lack of supervision. More troubling are the ones which relate to the development of conditions which can only occur with neglect over time like skin problems. Unfortunately where long term care is concerned it can be difficult to see the forest for the trees. Could it be that this reflects that Connecticut has among the lowest nursing home staffing requirements in the nation?
In 2009, then Attorney General Richard Blumenthal joined his counterparts from 30 other states petitioning the Health and Human Services Director, to revise the Nursing Home Compare Rating System to make a true national standard. For while this is what it appears to be, it is actually an intra-state rating system – where all nursing homes within a single state are placed on a curve so there is always a top and a bottom. If North Korea were the 51st state, in this system, it too could have four and five star nursing homes.
As such it appears like a spin of the roulette wheel, where almost any adverse event can occur in any facility. Sometimes they are cited and sometimes not. There is also an informal resolution dispute process available to facility managers which can take infractions completely off the books. In contrast, in 2012 the state legislature unanimously established a minimum fine of $5000 for repeat cases of animal neglect and abuse. Some of the deaths in Connecticut Nursing Homes due to care lapses last year merited fines of less than a thousand dollars. In this session, a committee of the legislature is considering a bill with broad public and representative support which would assure that animals have court appointed representatives in cases of abuse and neglect. For nursing home residents and their families who make complaints to regulators about care there is no hearing. Hello! The last time I looked around none of us are getting younger. Perhaps if our dogs and cats could advocate for us they would, but it appears we will be on our own. Maybe our kids will do a better job than we are doing for our elders.

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BWW Interview: Executive Director, Brian Remo of UCPAC and the Rahway Venue
by Marina Kennedy
BroadwayWorld.com Apr. 6, 2020
We continue our series of interviews with leaders of the New Jersey theatre community to find out how they are dealing with the current times and their plans for the future. Broadwayworld had the opportunity to learn about Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) in Rahway, thanks to the Center's Executive Director, Brian Remo.
Brian found a life in the management of historic theaters and the presentation of the arts in a far less commonplace fashion than one might expect. A semi-retired professional from the golf course management industry and former landscape architect, Brian founded and Artistically Directed Fearless Productions, a small theater troupe that soon became a resident at the UCPAC stages, producing 27 events in less than a two year period. In 2015, his adoration for the arts community and the theater itself provided a seamless transition into the lead position at the 1928 historic facility which boasts three venues of 60, 200 and 1334 seats. A proud resident of Rahway and the County of Union, Brian and his current administration have guided the UCPAC through its most successful five year period both financially and from a programming perspective. Brandishing a mission statement that centers around the advocacy and celebration of the arts through the provision of OPPORTUNITY, the UCPAC continues to stand as the proud hub of the Union County Arts District and humbly celebrate their branding motto: "This Place Matters."
Brian answered our questions about UCPAC and his expectations for the future.
UCPAC has grown a great deal as a result of your leadership and your team. What motivates you most as the Executive Director?
Thank you for such a kind compliment. I am so glad you used the word team in the question because we truly are that, and therein lies a good portion of the answer. Each and every staff member and volunteer is diligent and dedicated to the likes of which I've never experienced. They are truly an inspiration on the day to day and a collaborative asset. On a more personal note, I think the overall evolution that has become visibly present in our City, County and within our organization is the greatest inspiration that motivates me. The patrons of the arts community and how they have embraced the significance of our growth has truly presented unlimited fuel to bring 100% to each and every endeavor.
UCPAC has multiple venues in downtown Rahway. Tell us a little about each of them.
We are fortunate to manage four venues within the UCPAC, The Historic Main Stage has 1334 seats and is the venue that most know as the "UCPAC." About 10 years ago the City of Rahway added a second building, the Hamilton Stage, which contains a 200 seat state of the art theater, and a 99 seat capacity hall, The Fazioli Room. These two venues are as sought after by renting producers, as they are versatile to the presenter. Lastly, above the Main Stage, we have a 60 seat black box theater, the LOFT, which has affectionately acquired the nickname the "Yes Factory." Keeping in line with our mission statement of OPPORTUNITY, the LOFT has been a breeding ground for new ideas and ground level projects. We rarely turn away an opportunity in the LOFT.
We know you have a lot of support in Rahway and the Union County area. Can you tell us about some of the individuals that make UCPAC such a great entertainment venue?
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders are unquestionable champions of the arts and of the UCPAC. The County holds three seats on our Board including Chairman Al Mirabella, Freeholder Chris Hudak and County Manager, Ed Oatman. Victoria Drake also serves as a liaison to our Board for County affairs and has done so for over five years. The City of Rahway's commitment to the arts community is a visible and flourishing beacon for its residents to celebrate. Led by their Mayor Raymond Giacobbe, whom I consider among the very highest in a list of supportive patrons, who has appointed Joe Brown (currently serving as Secretary to the Board) to hold the City's seat among the trustees. The UCPAC is proud to play a vital part in the the local community and I can say without hesitation that the relationship is reciprocal. Moving into this fiscal year, we have a Board of Trustees, Chaired by President Al Faella, that are connected, involved, dedicated and passionate about this organization and I am so fortunate to have the years of experience from so many diverse industries to consult and guide me.
What have been some of the most memorable performances at UCPAC during the time you have been Executive Director?
This past January, our sold out performance by Broadway's Jeremy Jordan might very well be the highlight of the last four years. Filling all 1334 seats is not something that happens every day for us, but this past Fall/Winter season we had four months of sold out shows including SINBAD's second sell out, in as many visits. I guess what really set Mr. Jordan's performance apart, was the energy that surrounded the entire event cycle. When we first announced (a year in advance) we sold 100 tickets in a matter of hours for a show that was 13 months in the future. That night, Mr. Jordan did NOT disappoint. It was one of those nights where even the staff were frozen in awe. I'll not soon forget it.
The Covid-19 outbreak has caused big challenges for the arts community. How is UCPAC adapting to these difficult times?
There really was no way to prepare for what we are now experiencing. On March 3rd the CFO, Len Vanderwende and myself began running the forecasts for how we might proceed, taking every scenario into consideration, but I don't think anyone can truly plan for a pandemic of this magnitude. When it came down to it, we looked at the infrastructure of the strong individuals we have on our staff and focused on how we could do two things without fail for as long as possible: 1. Protect this center and the men and women that it employs as well as those who patronize it; and 2. Play our part in providing hope and connectivity throughout these times of hardship.
How can patrons continue to support UCPAC?
First... They can stay safe. They can continue to put the needs of their family and their fellow citizens in the forefront of their minds. They can continue to be passionate about SOMETHING. They can continue to dream and create and sing and dance and love the life they live. That's all that we are; a by-product of their spirit. They can visit our website and social media in their daily surf. They can like and comment and share and... sure... if the spirit so moves them, they can donate. But what we want more than anything else is for each and every patron of the UCPAC to make it through to the other side of this and be here stronger and more joyous than before. Because you can bet your ass we will be here ready to greet them. This place matters, but not as much as them.
What are you looking forward to in the future for the Arts Center?
I feel like the UCPAC is a very different place than it was in 2015. Likewise, I am a very different person than I was the day I took on the position of Executive Director. There was a time when I think the significance of the historic Union County Performing Arts Center may have been somewhat diffused or even in jeopardy of becoming forgotten. Today, that significance and the people who support the UCPAC will not allow this organization to fall short of it's true potential. I am truly looking forward to each and every day I get to do the job I was asked to do.
Anything else, absolutely anything you want BWW NJ readers to know.
The UCPAC began as a Vaudeville theater and then had a pretty substantial stint as a movie house in its early years. We still maintain and operate the 35mm and 16mm projectors in our booth. Part of our programming calendar includes our Classic Film Series. We present a different classic film in the original 35mm format, include free popcorn, a historic pre-show on our Wurlitzer Organ, and all for 5 dollars. I would love to urge anyone who has not had the opportunity to visit the UCPAC to perhaps take a nostalgic trip back in time to share an evening with us at one of these film presentations. Sure, you can watch JAWS or ROCKY or THE BREAKFAST CLUB for free on Netflix. But why not join us to experience the film and the theater as it was originally intended?
I'd also like everyone to know that all of us at UCPAC hope everyone is safe and we look forward to seeing you soon... Thank you Marina for your interest.
Union County Performing Arts Center is located at 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065 in the heart of the city's arts and restaurant district. There is plenty of parking available and the Center is a short walk from Rahway's NJ Transit train station.
Visit their web site at www.UCPAC.org. You can also follow them on Facebook: @UCPAC ; Hamilton Stage Facebook: @UCPACHamiltonStage; Twitter: @UnionCountyPAC; YouTube: Union County Performing Arts Center; Instagram: @UCPAC; LinkedIn: Union County Performing Arts Center
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Photo Credit: Courtesy of Brian Remo
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The 2012 MetLife Survey of the American Teacher, released in February, was a rather bleak snapshot of teacher morale across the country. But the survey also showed that educators who expressed a higher job satisfaction shared a common experience: They were more likely to have benefitted from effective professional development opportunities and collaborative time with fellow teachers.
"Effective professional development" is a phrase that may sound incongruous to many classroom teachers. Done right, professional development is indispensible. Still, the very term can trigger eye rolls, shaking heads, and heavy sighs. For many classroom teachers, the words summon bad memories: the valuable instruction time that was wasted listening to a so-called "expert" who hasn't spent a day in their classrooms, or the day-long workshop that was held in a half-empty, windowless hotel conference room filled with an endless parade of PowerPoint slides.
Dislodging a decades-old approach to anything, however, can be challenging. The somewhat individualistic climate of U.S. schools is a major obstacle—the so-called "egg crate" model of teaching and learning that allows teachers to go days, even a week, without a meaningful conversation with a colleague about instruction. Add to the mix a so-called reform movement that emphasizes competition between teachers, and fostering collective practice among educators becomes even more difficult to support.
Learning teams must also know what they need to accomplish. Andrew Tolksdorf,a music teacher in Green Bay, Wisc., explains that success can depend on asking the right questions and follow through: What do we want each student to learn? How will we know when each student has learned it? How will we respond when a student experiences difficulty in learning?


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Q: Write tests for unit tests in TDD? In an answer to another question, I suggested creating a randomized value for input to a specific method.  In my experience this has been useful for making tests more readable and it lets you skip the "trivial phase" where you hardcode specific results in a method.
Here's the unit test code pasted from the other answer, for quick reference:
[Test]
public void FullHouseReturnsTrue()
{
    var roll = AnyFullHouse();

    Assert.That(sut.IsFullHouse(roll));
}
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public void StraightReturnsFalse()
{
    var roll = AnyStraight();

    Assert.That(sut.IsFullHouse(roll), Is.False);
}

A couple of comments in response suggested that this strategy would not work well, because the
helper method would need to be tested also.  In my experience, I've never had a need to test methods like this, since creating the corresponding production code also tests my test code.
Do AnyStraight() and AnyFullHouse() need to have their own unit tests?  If so, how do you solve the chicken-and-egg problem that presents?
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Would I still want to create dedicated unit tests for the AnyFullHouse algorithm if I inlined the method?
[Test]
public void FullHouseReturnsTrue()
{
    var roll = listOfHardCodedFullHouseRolls[_random.Next(0, listOfHardCodedFullHouseRolls.Length)];

    Assert.That(sut.IsFullHouse(roll));
}

A: Test suites like PHPUnit and JUnit, etc, are developed using the same TDD principles (and are usually tested against themselves).
Of course, this means that there is a minimal bootstrap suite required, but by taking an axiomatic approach means you can easily build up from simple assertions like "true === true" and "0 !== false".
In your case, you simply need to isolate the helpers and test them - it's not really a chicken and egg, more of an inception: you need to go deeper.
Alternatively, you could assume that the helpers are correct - but then that limits your assumed confidence in your tests, and therefore limits the value of them.

A: Why randomize the values? Having helper fields of AnyStraight or AnyFullHouse with hardcoded values is just as readable, still provides the reduction in magic values, and reduces the chance of error in your randomization (as well as guaranteeing that your tests are repeatable).
In my experience, as soon as your tests are not repeatable, people make excuses as to why they fail. Actual bugs are ignored and your tests are quickly ignored for not catching the bugs. Don't start down that slope.

A: This is an odd one. I've had to struggle with the same thought recently through some of my own tests.
While you really should test everything you write, i tend to have a general rule. If its to assist setup of a test, for example grouping setup methods for a interface using Moq, then no. However, everything else should be tested.
So in short, i think you would need to test those functions. Plus your generating data, which might be problematic (plus you really should know exactly what data your passing in/out while testing).

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Stronger Than You Know: A Novel (The McKenzies of Ridge Trail Book 2)
byLori Foster
Patti Fischer
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5.0 out of 5 starsHeart racing suspense
Years after escaping from a sex trafficking ring, Kennedy Brooks wrote a book and gives back to other victims by speaking at meetings about her experience. But is someone mad at her for speaking out? Arriving home late one night, her uber driver is nearly to her apartment when she senses something is wrong. Turns out the apartment building where she lives is engulfed in flames. Since Kennedy has had some recent scary situations, she has the driver stop just outside the apartment complex parking lot and she calls the first person she can think of: Reyes McKenzie. She has known him from the gym he owns, and she instinctively knows that he will help her. While waiting for Reyes to arrive, two strange men come out of the shadows and attempt to grab her. Kennedy fights them off and jumps into the uber and has her driver take her away. Later, she meets up with Reyes. He immediately believes her story of being threatened and takes her to his home to spend the night. Is Kennedy now safe—or has her troubles just begun?
What Kennedy doesn't know is that Reyes and his family are secretly trying to break up sex trafficking rings. He thinks she is a strong person as he listens to her story about her past and what she is doing to stop others from falling into the cycle. Reyes doesn't mention to her at first what his family is up to, but it doesn't take long for her to figure out that the gym is only a front for what they do. And it turns out that there is indeed someone after Kennedy. Reyes will do whatever it takes to protect her as well as a friend of Kennedy's named Jodi who was also once kidnapped and forced into sex trafficking. Like Kennedy, Jodi escaped, but she is a loner who operates under the radar while she tries to take down the bad guys. But it appears that there is a bullseye on Jodi, as there is Kennedy. Reyes and his family will have to pull all their resources together to take out the perps.
Things get tense in STRONGER THAN YOU KNOW, the second book in Lori Foster's The McKenzies of Ridge Trail. The McKenzie family are rebels who operate under the radar in their quest to rid the area of sex trafficking rings. Reyes had encountered Kennedy at his gym and knew about her past due to the book. He has also had more than a passing interest in her from afar. Now Kennedy is under Reyes's roof—and their mutual attraction soon explodes into passion. But first things first…they need to figure out who is trying to kidnap—and probably kill—her, and flush them out. In STRONGER THAN YOU KNOW, there is plenty of suspense and action, with some sensual heat in the bedroom between Kennedy and Reyes. Their attraction has been simmering for a while, but now they get to act upon it. Once Kennedy is safe, what happens to our lovers' relationship?
If you love heart racing action and the good guys winning the battle, don't miss STRONGER THAN YOU KNOW. Kennedy and Reyes are endearing and perfect for each other. In the meantime, get ready for the final book in the series, WATCHING OVER YOU, out in late December 2021.
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3.0 out of 5 starsLack of gun experience / knowledge shows
It's been awhile since I read a Lori Foster book but I've been a fan for years so I was excited to find this book at the library. There were many of the usual fun things about Foster books to enjoy. But unfortunately, some huge gaps in the gun / defense areas made the book a disappointment for me.
The main characters are discussing her gun ownership and she says that initially she owned a small .38 with a laser pointer but now she has a Glock. .38 is a SIZE of gun, Glock is a BRAND of gun. This would be like saying I used to carry a wallet but now I have a Gucci. But he doesn't respond as if she said anything illogical. He asks her if she has the weapons on her. She says yes and then goes over to her suitcase, opens it and removes clothing and then opens up the case that holds her guns. No one who carries and is actually comfortable with them would consider this "on them." Again, he doesn't say anything about this gap.
She says she never goes anywhere without them, but this is the only real reference to them in the book. There are numerous times when she is in danger or has close calls (like the one that led her to call him in the first place) and her guns are never brought up beyond this scene.
[side note: From a safety standpoint, this is actually a good thing because she treats them gingerly and never once practices. I don't know anyone who actually has a lot of experience and owns guns, much less the people I know who have combat experience as the hero is supposed to, who would be comfortable with an armed person in their home with that level of comfort and experience. The fact that he knows she's in danger and does nothing to better prepare her is also unrealistic.]
I lost my ability to believe in the story because I was being asked to believe he's WAY more knowledgeable about guns and uses them regularly and competently. By failing to ask the logical and expected follow-up questions (like "what type of Glock?"), this is no longer believable. His only question is if she has ammo and she says she has a lot. That's great but how quickly would she be able to get to her gun with it in her suitcase? How safe does he feel with her having a loaded handgun in his house when she's clearly not comfortable shooting it? How much ammo do you need if you never practice? They spend days together and he never takes her out and practices, never asks if she'd like to. I can't spend five minutes around someone who knows we share an interest in guns without them offering coaching assistance or knowledge. Responsible gun owners focus on safety and practice, especially in relation to those they care about.
Later in the book, he hands her a long gun to use to protect herself with, but she has no clue how to use it and she plans to threaten someone with it and bluff them. That is SO dumb as a strategy and is more likely to get her hurt or give the bad guy another weapon than help her at all. He says he's going to show her how to use it at the first opportunity but that isn't fleshed out either.
Foster could have handled her own lack of gun knowledge better. She could have avoided highlighting it. It would make more sense and been more responsible to have left the heroine's gun ownership out of the story. The hero could look like the strong, competent, knowledgeable protector and she could have still looked courageous and carried a different weapon. Her focus on self defence training could have been enough. My guess is that Foster doesn't know what she doesn't know.
I ended up skimming most of the book after that and I don't plan to read the rest of this particular series because it was just too eye-rolly for me. I want to believe the good guys are super sexy defense people, but the details don't support that and it made me wonder in what other areas the story was wrong.
I still love Foster but I'll stick to reading books by her that take place in worlds I know nothing about, or that are more fluffy, so that I can better believe in the fantasy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Heart racing suspense
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story!
This story is about Reyes McKenzie, the second of the three McKenzie siblings. We met Reyes and Kennedy in Cade's story No Holding Back. This book can be read completely as a stand alone but having read the first book you feel more connected to the characters and in Reyes and Kennedy's story you get so much more on the background of what makes the family seek justice. Reyes owns a gym and while dates his fair share of women he never gets involved with them until Kennedy walks in and he is instantly drawn to her sensing there is definitely more to Kennedy than she lets on. But Kennedy seems immune to Reyes charm. Until she finds herself in trouble her first thought is to contact Reyes for help. And when Reyes answers her call he and his family take on the danger to make Kennedy finally safe. This story has a great deal of emotion and with the addition of the mama cat Chimera and her babies it makes a great read.
This is a great story but I am really looking forward to Madison's story in book 3 and keeping up with her brothers and of course Chimera and the kitties.
Margie Hager
5.0 out of 5 stars Edge-of-Your-Seat Thriller
Kennedy Brooks is returning home from her lecture tour when she discovers her apartment building is on fire. Kennedy is a survivor of a sex trafficking ring and has learned to be aware of her surroundings and unusual events happening around her. Her apartment building on fire qualifies as an unusual event. Daring to trust she calls Reyes McKenzie, the owner of the gym where she works out. Following a joint effort to rescue a cat and her kittens Kennedy has gotten to know Reyes better and trusts him enough to call for help. Little does Kennedy realize she has called on the perfect man to keep her safe.
Reyes McKenzie works with his family to go after sex traffickers. Not only does the family try to ferret out the scum they help victims with lawyers, jobs and financial help to get the victims back on their feet. Owning a gym in the "not the best neighborhood" part of town is good cover as well as a great place to overhear interesting information. Reyes was attracted to Kennedy from the first time he saw her at the gym. His instincts told him she was hiding something. When she called and asked for his help Reyes rushed to her side. Keeping Kennedy safe is his top priority. Falling in love with her was quite unexpected.
Stronger Than You Know by Lori Foster is the second book in her McKenzies of Ridge Trail series. I found this book to be an edge-of-your-seat thriller from the get-go. It starts out immediately with a dangerous action scene situation and the storyline is full of action and suspense from there. Kennedy and Reyes appear at first to be an unlikely couple but Kennedy's bravery and Reyes' devotion seal the deal for the two of them. This series deals with the topic of sex trafficking, a tough topic. I applaud Ms. Foster for directing attention to this evil. I totally enjoyed the story and look forward to the next book in the series, Watching Over You. This is little sister Madison McKenzie and police detective Crosby Albertson's story.
5.0 out of 5 stars Another McKenzie wild ride!
Stronger Than You Know is a book two of a series. For me, it is much better enjoyed after having read book one – to know the overall storyline, the wonderful characters, etc. – but it certainly can be read alone. I'm loving this series so I wouldn't miss any of these books.
This book is about Reyes McKenzie, the second of the three McKenzie siblings. To say he is a kick you-know-what kinda guy is an understatement. He also covers it up by being a charmer, alpha, serial dater…never really getting involved too deeply. And along comes Kennedy Brooks…
Kennedy is such a strong character – I loved her. She is in very big trouble, though, and has no one she can turn to, except she thinks of Reyes in one very scary situation she finds herself in. Kennedy has a horrific event in her past but she is trying to live her life the best way she can, by helping other women like herself, but sometimes even a strong, independent woman needs a helping hand.
Once again, in this story, Ms. Foster handles a horrific event(s) with understanding, compassion, and eventually love. I can't retell Kennedy's story as it weaves all around the characters. Reyes, and his family, take her under their wing and in the meantime, Reyes falls hard. And so does Kennedy.
Amazing story. Kept me on the edge of my seat. The McKenzie family is becoming more…familiar and open; and sometimes, the things that they say made me snort-laugh. They all have crazy skills and Reyes' are highlighted in this story. My heart went out to Kennedy, Reyes…all the McKenzies…and all the women out there who have been touched by horrific events. I highly recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Suspense, Action, Romance and Family!
Stronger Than You Know is the second book in the McKenzies of Ridge Trail. It can be read as a part of the series or as a standalone book. Lori Foster is known for her great characters. Her contemporary romances always have great characters (alpha males and strong female characters), descriptive fast moving action, family dynamics and all of the feels. Her sexy stories are a great escape from the normal day to day grind.
The McKenzies of Ridge Trail seek justice for those who need it the most victims of human trafficking. They have businesses that front for the real work that the family does. They have faced tragedy and come out as a unit to help others in the name of the one that they couldn't save.
Reyes is the second of the three McKenzie siblings. He owns a gym and likes to date but he never lets them in, not until Kennedy. She catches his attention and he is instantly drawn to her. She on the other hand has been through tough times and come out stronger than ever. Kennedy comes home one night and senses that something is amiss as her Uber driver starts to drive up to her building. She calls Reyes and while waiting for him to arrive she is confronted by two guys. She fights to get away and meets up with Reyes. He steps up to help her and as they work through who is after her they open up and find out that they are better together than they ever were apart. This book is full of suspense, action, romance and family dynamics.
Rgrainer
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Very exciting story.
The story starts off with Kennedy coming home from a trip to find her apartment building burning down to the ground. She calls Reyes who jumps out of bed to help her. Then 2 guys start walking towards her... The story moves from that point on. The McKenzies are a very intriguing family. Something is always happening. I loved the parts with the cat and kittens. This is a topic that Lori Foster has dealt with before. Her Men Who Walk on the Edge of Honor series is like this too. It deals with the horrors of trafficking, and they aren't cops who are dealing with it. Does this happen in real life? The reality is that trafficking does happen, even here in the US. Do some people step up on their own to stop it? I wouldn't be surprised. However, people need to remember that this is a work of fiction, so Lori has a lot more leeway in her plotting than most people do.
The pace is breakneck and the tone is uncertain yet hopeful an action and character oriented storyline that has some steamy scenes. The characters are vibrant and kickass. I can't wait to see Madison's story.
Linda @ (un)Conventional Bookworms
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong for sure, but sweet, too!
I met Kennedy and Reyes first in No Holding Back and they intrigued me. In Stronger Than You Know, that first interest I had in both of them definitely grew. Kennedy had fought so hard to be in control of her life again, only to realize that someone out there did not plan on leaving her alone. Reyes - in all his I don't want commitment glory - felt something for her the first time they met.
When Kennedy found herself in danger, she called Reyes, and he showed up ready to take on the world to help her.
In this novel, the readers learned more about all the McKenzies, and what they do to help others. I love that Reyes and Cade got a better understanding of their dad in this installment thanks to Sterling and Kennedy!
The romance between Kennedy and Reyes was a slow burn - because Reyes was such a gentleman, and Kennedy didn't fully understand why she had these feelings for him. They were hot together, and I think I loved them so much because their foundation is built on trust and respect.
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome series!
Intense read. Strong male leads that have a protective instinct like no other. Family dimension that are so strong with love and respect for each. Reyes and Kennedy are awesome together. As Kennedy learns to be stronger, Reyes learns what it's like to have a partner. Evil bad guys that do anything to get even. All with a family that helps other to be free and safe. Put in a cute cross eyed cat with kittens and a houseman that's part of the family who takes over cat. Has honor, love and humor , what's not to love. Thank you 😊.
Now the waiting begins again. ❤❤❤📖📚📕
a. kat
5.0 out of 5 stars This family is ideal
The novel begins with a rush of adrenaline, and that's exactly how the Chemistry feels between Kennedy Brooks and Reyes McKenzie. From the beginning they have an obvious connection, a respect, a trusting friendship. But there's also layers of interest and romantic connection that build through the book as Reyes knocks down Kennedy's walls. It's a slow burn to them finally giving in to one another but that's the way I like it!
One of the things I love about Lori Foster books is that she finds a way to mesh mystery with romance, and she doesn't disappoint with this book. There's this whole undercurrent of danger in the book, to an extent that I had to take breaks reading it at night as my imagination would get away from me. While this is something Lori does so well, this puzzle is specifically very dark, and not something a lot of readers might be able/willing to handle. I did have a little bit of trouble keeping track of who was hunting after who and for what reason, but that issue resolves itself quickly enough.
I also really love this family, the McKenzies, and their dynamic. The insight into their training, the open hearted moments, all together make for an interesting family you want to see succeed. I do hope babies are in the future for the couples! I also cannot wait for the next book, as the story of sister Madison is teased in this one and I am intrigued!
CarrieMc
4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read
I received an ARC from NetGalley, and this is my honest review. Trigger warning - this series could be triggering to some individuals. I have mixed opinions on the subject matter of this book, however I will point out that working with victims has jaded me some. If I take my personal feelings out of the picture, I can say that this book is well written, fast paced, and has likable characters. I have no doubt that to someone who doesn't work with victims of violence or human trafficking on a daily basis this book would be a great read. Even with mixed feelings I liked this book and would recommend it to my friends.
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We have all heard the phrase "Content is King". If you are creating valuable, original content, stop reading right now and give yourself a high-five. Go ahead. I'll wait.
Now, what are you doing with this content you are spending time and money creating? In the healthcare world, it is important to get published in trusted trade, specialty, or industry blogs. This shows to your customers and patients that you are an authority surrounding the topic of the post.
When posting the same post or content on other websites, the conversation of Duplicate Content begins. Duplicate Content is content that appears on the internet in more than one place. A "place" on the internet is a location with a unique website address (URL). If the same content appears on more than one website address, you have duplicate content.
Duplicate Content can impact your search engine rankings in a few ways. Search engines will rarely show multiple versions of the same content. Because of this, they are forced to choose which version is most likely to be the best result. This will dilute the visibility and authority of the duplicates.
Search engines don't know which version to include or exclude from its index. They then don't know whether to direct the link metrics to one page or keep it separated between multiple versions. Also, they don't know which version to rank for results.
This all may or may not make sense to you, but the takeaway is this: It's not good. Duplicate Content pieces don't achieve the visibility it otherwise would.
There is a short snippet of code you can add to your posts that will tell search engines which version of the content is the "preferred" version. This snippet of code is referred to as the "rel=canonical" tag or "Canonical Link or Attribute or Tag". I know I said the words "snippet", "code", and "attribute", but stay with me.
I'm not going into crazy detail about the "what" of Canonical Links. I'm going to stick with the "how". If you want to learn a little more on your own, take a gander at Google's Help post about Canonical URLs.
As an example, let's say I published a post on my blog and it lives at the following URL: "https://awesomesite.com/awesome-blog-post".
I've been in contact with a person from Awesome Corp, and they have agreed to publish my post on their blog. Yes!
Along with the text of my post, I will send the snippet of code they need to add to the blog post.
There you go! Google now knows that the post on my https://awesomesite.com domain is the "preferred" version of the content.
A piece that helps Google identify the preferred version of your content is to set your Preferred Domain. To do this, you need to connect your website to and set your preferred domain within the Google Search Console. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, shoot me an email and I'll get you squared away. Or if you are feeling adventurous, here is a post from Google about setting your preferred domain.
This next item is probably the hardest because you need to rely on someone else. You can send the link to the publisher, but you can't make them implement it. There are many reasons why they may not want to add the tag – one being they want to benefit more than you from your awesome content.
It would probably benefit you to ask them before the content is published on their site if they would be willing to add the code. Most likely they will have no idea what it is or what it does, but then they may have no idea how to implement it.
The healthcare industry is complicated enough without having to worry about online SEO for your website.
If they are not willing to implement the code, then it's decision time. Will the increase of eyes on your content still benefit you? Will they at least link back to your site? I can't make the decision for you, but I can help if you want to send me a quick message. Let's talk it out!
If a publisher agreed to implement your canonical link, how do you check to make sure it actually got implemented?
Simply go to the post on the publisher's website, and right-click anywhere in the margins of the page. When the options window opens, click "View Page Source" located toward the bottom of the window.
Now don't freak out. The page that will open will be a bunch of code that you probably have no idea what it means. That is fine. What you are looking at is the code for that page.
There are a few ways to find something within the code, but the is the easiest way. Hold the Ctrl button and hit "F" (or if you are on a Mac, hold Cmd and hit "F"). In the upper righthand corner of the window, a text box will appear. Paste in the URL, or the part of the URL that is in the canonical link. Using the link from my example earlier, I'd enter "https://awesomesite.com/awesome-blog-post" or just "awesome-blog-post" will work too.
If the URL is in the code, it will be highlighted. If you don't see the URL in the code, you might need to contact the publisher and ask what's the deal.
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USAF space plane ends mystery mission
Air Force tight-lipped after unmanned X-37B lands back on earth after another secret mission for the US military's mini-shuttle fleet
The X-37B space plane was originally developed by NASA in 1999 to serve as a technology test bed for future spacecraft and looks much like a miniature version of a space shuttle. Credit: National Interest.
What was it doing and why did it stay up there so long? And why is no one talking?
Was it watching us? Was it listening to us? Was it messing with us?
At least we know this … the The US Air Force's unpiloted X-37B space plane landed back on Earth Sunday after a record 780 days in orbit, racking up the fifth ultra-long mission for the military's mini-shuttle fleet, Space.com reported.
The X-37B's Orbital Test Vehicle 5 (OTV-5) mission ended with a smooth autonomous touchdown at the Shuttle Landing Facility of NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida at 3:51 a.m. EDT (0751 GMT), Air Force officials said. The mission originally launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on Sept. 7, 2017.
With the successful landing, OTV-5 broke the previous X-37B mission record of 718 days set by the OTV-4 mission in May 2017. OTV-5 is the second X-37B mission to land at NASA's Shuttle Landing Facility, with previous missions landing at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, Space.com reported.
"The safe return of this spacecraft, after breaking its own endurance record, is the result of the innovative partnership between Government and Industry," Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein said in a statement. "The sky is no longer the limit for the Air Force and, if Congress approves, the US Space Force."
The USAF has at least two reusable X-37B spacecraft in its fleet, and both have flown multiple flights. The solar-powered space planes were built by Boeing and feature a miniature payload bay to host experiments or smaller satellites. They were originally designed to spend up to 240 days in orbit, Space.com reported.
"The X-37B continues to demonstrate the importance of a reusable spaceplane," said Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett said in the same statement. "Each successive mission advances our nation's space capabilities."
Air Force officials have said that the exact nature of X-37B missions are classified, though they have dropped hints about the types of experiments OTV-5 performed in orbit. One payload was the Air Force Research Laboratory Advanced Structurally Embedded Thermal Spreader, an experiment designed to "test experimental electronics and oscillating heat pipe technologies in the long-duration space environment," according to an Air Force statement.
OTV-5 also flew to a higher-inclination orbit than previous X-37B flights, suggesting it had new experiments or technology tests in store. In a statement today, Air Force officials confirmed OTV-5 carried multiple experiments and carried smaller satellites into orbit, Space.com reported.
"With a successful landing today, the X-37B completed its longest flight to date and successfully completed all mission objectives," Randy Walden, Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office director, said in the statement. "This mission successfully hosted Air Force Research Laboratory experiments, among others, as well as providing a ride for small satellites."
The X-37B space plane was originally developed by NASA in 1999 to serve as a technology test bed for future spacecraft and looks much like a miniature version of a space shuttle. In 2004, the military's Defense Advanced Research Agency (DARPA) took over the project, ultimately turning it over to the USAF's Rapid Capabilities Office a few years later, Space.com reported.
X-37B vehicles are 29 feet (8.8 meters) long, 9.5 feet (2.9 m) tall and have a wingspan of just under 15 feet (4.6 m). Their payload bays are about the size of a pickup truck bed, about 7 feet long and 4 feet wide (2.1 by 1.2 m).
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Get him neutered for the first step. Is he only peeing in the house...or both?
Neutering will help stop the marking. Also get a vet to check a urine sample from him to make sure it is not a UTI problem with him weeing.
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Jaguars Made Costly Error In Assistant Coaches' Contracts
By Steve Slowinski Jan 10, 2012, 10:05am EST
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This is why you always read the fine print....
The language in seven assistant coaches' contracts states that their contracts expire on Jan. 31, 2012 or "the day after the Jaguars' last football game of the 2012 season and playoffs," whichever is later, sources said.
The quirk exists in the contracts of the assistant coaches who were given what were termed two-year extensions before the 2010 season. The Jaguars asked their assistant coaches, except interim head coach Mel Tucker, to turn in grades and clear out their offices by Jan. 6 with the assumption their contracts would expire on Jan. 31, not any later than that.
The coaches met with human resources on Wednesday, Jan. 4, which is when they alerted the Jaguars to the discrepancy between their schedules and their contracts, sources said. (Florida Times-Union)
So basically, the Jaguars thought they signed their assistant coaches to two-year contracts, but due to some imprecise and unfortunate wording, the contracts read like three-year deals. New owner Shahid Khan is looking for a new head coach and has to fire all the assistant coaches, giving whoever he hires full control over the coaching staff, but this contract discrepancy could mean that the team will have to pay the assistant coaches around $4 million next season regardless.
In unsurprising news, the Jaguars have fired team general council Paul Vance in the wake of this news. Vance was in charge of overseeing all contracts with the club, and while he may have been fired eventually anyway, this $4 million blunder certainly didn't help his case.
Oh, the joys of owning your very own NFL franchise! Khan surely knew he would have a lot of work to do in overhauling the club, but this....this is a little ridiculous.
Jacksonville Jaguars To Be Sold To Shahid Kahn, Will Not Move
Shahid Khan Says He's Committed To Jacksonville


Want to make a dang cute shirt like this? We got the basic pattern idea off of Make it and Love it, but we have added our own little twist to it and taken out and added some things. We made these shirts at the same time and took pictures of both of our fabric so sometimes you will see white fabric and other times you will see maroon fabric.
A shirt that fits you just perfectly that you already own.
Fold your shirt in half and place on the fold of the fabric.
Cut out around shirt about an inch away leaving room for seam allowance. You will need to cut this out TWICE on a fold so don't cut in the middle of your fabric leaving no room.
Don't cut out the sleeve just yet. Cut a curve instead.
This is what the back piece of your shirt should look like. Now do it again to make your front piece.
We wanted the front of our shirts to have more of a round neck instead of choking us, so we cut out a larger neck.
Laid out flat, here are the two pieces we just cut out. A front piece and a back piece.
Here is what one cut out sleeve looks like cut on the fold.
Here is what a sleeve looks like when it is laid out flat.
Put the sleeves aside for now and start pinning the body of your shirt RIGHT SIDES together. You will need to sew only the sides of the shirt (NOT THE SLEEVE HOLES) and the top of the shoulders. Pull your shirt right side out and take a good look at it. It should look like this.
Now go and get your sleeves. Pin right sides together like this. No need to pin any further up the sleeve since you wont be sewing that part of it yet.
Sew the sleeve together stopping at the curve.
To attach the sleeve, line up the seam of the sleeve with the seam of the shirt, right sides together. Pin the sleeve up to the shoulder and all the way around right sides together. Sew away!
When you have got both sleeves on, pull your shirt right side out and take a look at your craftiness.
Now you need to start hemming. Pin up the raw edges and hem away! Do this to the bottom of the shirt and the end of the sleeves.
Here is your hemmed shirt with sleeves. Now to embellish. You really can do a number of things. I took about four long strips of fabric here and just went at it.
I just scrunched up the fabric and worked with it until I liked how it looked.
Then I pinned the strips in place so I could easily hand sew the design I desired in place.
Cut 3 long strips from your extra fabric. About a foot and a half long.
In the end, your shirt will look like this. For this shirt I did not make a neck. I just left it raw because that was the look I was going for.
or your shirt will look like this.... I added a strip of fabric here to add a little texture around the neck. Have fun! Let us know how your dang cute shirt turns out!
I was blog hopping and found your site! I love your ideas, especially this shirt one. I think I will make my own shirt tonight, and maybe even some for my girls. Thank you for sharing your re-purposing and handmade ideas. Do you have any ideas for distressing and revamping picture frames or old wood furniture? I am on the hunt for that.


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7 years of Syria's civil war: Another grim anniversary
Malteser International provides medical care and life-saving aid for displaced persons in Syria through local organizations. Foto: Hand in Hand for Syria
Cologne. After seven years, the unabated violence of the Syrian civil war continues to cause monumental suffering for millions of civilians in the Middle East.
"The desperate situation in East Ghouta is a gruesome and predictable recurrence of the states of siege in towns like Homs and Aleppo," says Janine Lietmeyer, Country Group Manager for Syria and Lebanon at Malteser International. "In Idlib, 300,000 newly displaced persons have become heavily reliant on humanitarian assistance. Syrian aid workers who have been risking their lives for the past seven years as doctors, nurses and midwives, are now in a state of total exhaustion. They are deserving of our full solidarity and support."
However, the precarious situation and unstable security are not the only problems facing humanitarian work in the country.
According to Lietmeyer, aid workers in the country have been accused of losing their neutrality. "The confusing mix of parties involved in the conflict and their continued violations of international humanitarian law may be understandable reasons to think all actors within Syria are politically corrupt. But placing humanitarian actors under general suspicion is going very wide off the mark," she says. "Access to areas with people in need can only be gained through negotiations with warring parties in control. For humanitarian aid actors, the core mission is to bring help to millions of civilians who have been dependent on aid since the start of the war."
There are hardly any more superlatives left to express the tragic dimensions of the Syrian civil war. It has been described as the conflict with the largest flow of refugees, the most intensive bombardments of civil institutions, the most brutal war crimes, and the highest number of failed UN resolutions.
These records are as sad as the ritualized show of outrage and the growing indifference of the global community to the plight of civilians in Syria, who continue to face suffering.
Malteser International has been active in Syria since 2013, providing medical care and life-saving aid for displaced persons in partnership with Syrian local organizations. Malteser International's work in the country includes support for three basic healthcare facilities, a mobile clinic, as well as a maternity and paediatric clinic. Funded by the German Foreign Office, the organization now plans to expand its aid in western Aleppo and Idlib. Around 440,000 people will receive hygiene packages and household items in the coming weeks.
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Last night I laughed until I cried. I wept and screeched like a banshee and hooted and howled. I laughed in a way that only women can make each other laugh. From the belly and from the soul.
It's so easy to moan. Really it is. Some days I make it an Olympic sport. I moan about the house. I moan about the weather. I moan about money, or lack of. I moan about my children. But today I'm not going to moan. About anything. Not one tiny thing. Because last night two girlfriends gave me a tonic that will set me up for days.
I don't see them that often, but true friends don't have to. We can pick up wherever we left off, and we know that should we need each other, we'll be there. Absolutely. Friendship is a bit like a plant. Sometimes it's in full bloom, fragrant and bursting with energy. Other times it is dormant and quiet. But it is always alive; living, breathing and growing. Last night we were in full bloom. One has just danced with cancer, but thankfully has now left him stranded on the dancefloor. The other has things in her life that would darken many a lesser person. But these two magnificent women brought only sunshine last night and we laughed and talked till the wee hours. That's what I love about women. We can be talking about death and the depths of our despairs one minute and be clutching each other in laughter the next. There are no disparities between the two, because as in life, they are inter-linked.
Family is the blood that pulses round our bodies keeping us going, keeping us warm. But friends – good friends – are like the air we breathe – they invigorate us and stop us suffocating on life.
According to the African proverb, women hold up half the sky. Indeed we do. But many women I know hold up half the sky with one hand, and brush a rainbow in the sky with the other. This is a thank you to the wonderful women in my life. To the girls that keep me a girl no matter how old we get, and to the women who are a place I call home.
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Winter is the toughest season to keep your fitness momentum going! My 5 Ways to Stay Active During the Winter Months can help you even if you are in the coldest winter climates.
Happy Wednesday, my dear readers.
I know I've been harping on this a lot lately, but I am so OVER winter. This week just put me over the edge. Everything that looks like snow is actually solid ice. The dogs paws didn't even sink through it to make prints.
I'm safe and warm and have the luxury of working from home now, so I am just grateful I do not have to drive in this and that we got our power back on quickly.
I'm sending lots of prayers to everyone else dealing with the bad weather this week. I hope you all are safe and warm. I don't know how my friends in Boston and farther north handle it. As much as I try to keep it from happening, the cold impacts my mood.
I find that staying active even in winter is a sure fire way to improve my frame of mind. But it's not always easy to get outside because it is so cold. So today I'm sharing 5 Ways to Stay Active During the Winter Months.
I love to walk. It is so simple, gets the blood flowing and makes me feel better. In the summer/spring/fall I go for at least one walk a day, but winter makes it challenging to keep that routine.
My suggestion is to walk any chance you have. Walk at the mall, walk around a big box store, "far park" your car and walk to visit your favorite local retailer. I don't do that as my main form of exercise, but it is a great way to stay more active in the winter and make up for the fact that I don't take evening walks this time of year.
I am all about having tools at home to workout. It doesn't have to be a bunch of expensive stuff either. You can pick up weights, yoga mat and stretchy bands at everywhere from Target to Marshalls for cheap. There are tons of at home workouts on my blog and others. Here is one that uses no equipment!
Not every day in winter is going to be miserable. Make sure you watch the weather and know when there are going to be nuggets of bright and shiny weather. Even if it is still cold, exercising with some sunshine will do wonders for your mood. Bundle up and just go, even if it is for ten minutes.
We all have a love-hate relationship with the treadmill. I appreciate that it keeps me out of the cold and snow while running in the winter. Download a podcast or a movie to listen to or watch while you run to make the time go faster. Or mix up your treadmill time with running workouts like this one. The trick is to TRY to keep a positive attitude about it, because it is such a great winter tool.
I am a huge fan of doing yoga at home. In the winter it can get your blood flowing and help your sore joints from too much time on the treadmill.
With the help of Stayfree® products, it has never been easier to take up a practice in the comfort of your cozy living room. In fact you can get yoga for free by purchasing Stayfree product!
Stayfree has partnered with My Yoga Online on Gaiam TV to allow users to redeem a free month-long membership. All you have to do is upload a copy of your receipt. For those of you who aren't familiar with Gaiam, they have great stuff and taught me many of my fancy moves like this one!
Don't forget to keep a copy of your receipt and use the #justbeflexible to share your yoga journey. Stayfree is the perfect product to help you stay calm, cool and collected.
And gentleman, not to exclude you from the post, but yoga works great for EVERYONE. Just buy a package of Stayfree for your wife or girlfriend and you both can share the free membership. How cool is that!
I'll be back tomorrow with a pretty and healthy way to serve sweet potato. You might be surprised by the unique blend of spices I used! See you then.
How do you stay calm, cool and collected?


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Cup of Love from Big Heart Tea. . . . .
This tea has two ingredients, rose petals and tulsi, also known as holy basil. On paper, this seems too sparse. I mean I like tulsi quite a bit but I'll be the first to stay that it shines when balanced with other herbs and flavors. Looking at the leaves in the bag, I'm slightly more encouraged. The rose petals are vibrant and numerous, and the tulsi is lush and green. Lots of big leaves, no crushed tea powder here.
Brewed, there is a lovely cinnamon-like flavor in the smell and taste. Since there is no cinnamon in the blend, I must attribute this surprising spiciness to the tulsi. Beyond this first warm cinnamon burst, there is the familiar earthiness and sweet-herbal basil flavor of the tulsi. The rose petals are gentle, just a hint of something lighter and more romantic, which keeps the earthy tulsi from being too sour or herbaceous.
As someone who is skeptical of rose teas, I will say this one does it right: not at all perfume-like, but plenty sweet and floral.
I'm impressed by the full flavor of a this two-ingredient tea. Robust and drinkable, and a caffeine-free herbal blend to boot.
It is also a very beautiful-looking dry leaf, and with all the bright pink rose petals, which may make it a great gift for a tea-loving friend who can show off its colors in their tea cabinet.
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Vienna, 21 July 2017 – The South East Europe Media Organisation (SEEMO) harshly condemned the attack on investigative journalist and columnist Yulia Latynina in her home close to Moscow.
On 19 July, unknown perpetrators organized a gas attack the journalist.
Latynina, a columnist for the daily Novaya Gazeta and host of a weekly radio talk show, reported the incident and stated that the unknown substance caused in her house nausea, dizziness and diarrhea. The gas was sprayed over the windows and doors.
SEEMO expressed deep concern for the wellbeing and safety of Yulia Latynina, as well as her family, and call on authorities in Russia to conduct a transparent investigation and find the perpetrators of this attack.


Who wants a "Stellar Hitch" this Valentine's Day?
The NoHo Arts District dot com team is comprised of a lot of talented and unique folks who are dedicated to their craft. So it's a thrill for us to introduce North Hollywood to Cristina and Andrea Morara, the fabulous couple who gives us honest, straight-forward dating and love advice. Their successful advice promoted them to start Stellar Hitch, a boutique matchmaking company with a romantic "Dolce Vita" approach to dating.
"The dolce vita of dating is about slowing down, being authentic and open, reserving judgment and not letting practicality dictate your every move." explains Cristina.
First of all. We have to ask how you two met. I was a casting director in Milan casting for a bank commercial surrounded by beautiful Italian men in suits. Andrea was one of the actors. We were all business. I took him behind a red velvet curtain to direct him in the scene. It lasted 3 minutes. We flirted for two. Then I took a Polaroid picture of him. I could barely breathe standing that close to him. At that moment, I knew. After he left, he called his agent to ask about me. Soon after, I did the same: "....tell me about my future husband". And she did.
Why did you start Stellar Hitch?
When we moved from Milan to Sarasota, FL, we decided to open up a wine bar in a bungalow from the 1920s. It was an intimate, charming spot that attracted singles and romance. Soon our customers started confiding in us about their dating woes. We noticed two things. First, that people's perception of themselves was not congruent with what they were actually putting out there. It didn't matter how attractive or successful they were, there was always a blind spot or sabotaging behavior that got in their way. Second, people were completely unprepared for finding the person with whom to spend the rest of their life. They were winging it or saying things like "Well that's just who I am…" Meanwhile, people do anything and everything to shine for an important job interview. Why wouldn't they do the same for their love life? That became the inspiration for Stellar Hitch and why we choose to work with our clients before we introduce them to their match.
What sets Stellar Hitch apart from other matchmaking services?
We believe three things set us apart. First, they are everything that online dating is not: personal, intimate, elegant and safe. Second, clients get a male-and-female perspective on dating: Andrea teaches women how to flirt demurely and allow the man to lead while Cristina reminds gentlemen how to take a more confident approach to courtship. Third, feedback is king. "Our pre-dating preparation dramatically improves our client's romantic life and is the #1 reason why Stellar Hitch has such a high success rate.
What is the most common advice you give your clients?
To stay in the moment, be open minded and detached to the outcome. Dating should be treated like an adventure where you bring your best and most playful self to the table and reserve judgment. Be authentic and don't let practicality dictate your every move or get too far ahead of the script.
What are your top dating no-nos?
For the women, lead with your feminine side, not your CEO side. Men care more about the woman in you than your resume. For the men, listen as much as you talk. Successful men are used to being interesting but we are constantly reminding them to be interested, too!
What are you looking for at this moment?
The holidays and Valentine's Day is a very busy time of year for Stellar Hitch. We currently have a lot of stellar lady clients with whom we're working. Since we're a word-of-mouth boutique business, we'd love to give a shout out to all of the eligible bachelors out there. We're always looking for quality gentlemen ages 30-75 to meet our ladies….it's complimentary to join our portfolio.
Stay tuned. Cristina and Andrea are currently working on their book "The Dolce Vita of Dating: How A Vintage Approach To Romance Will Lead You Straight To The Altar." In the meantime, make sure to check them out on Facebook and Twitter.


Performing on the pier at the outdoor Tiki Bar, the Ocean Grill in Carolina Beach, NC, presents the Dex Romweber Duo, a brother and sister team with an impressive resume of work that goes back to the 90s. Dex is the subject of a documentary movie, Two-Headed Cow, that chronicles his legendary career, and includes comments from fellow musicians Jack White, Neko Case, Cat Power and Exene Cervenka. Look for the pair to perform songs from its recently released album, Images 13. HOURS: 7-9pm.


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