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Management | Raven Industries, Inc.
Lee Magnuson was named Vice President & General Counsel at Raven Industries in June 2017. In addition to this role, he also serves as the Corporate Secretary. Prior to joining Raven, Magnuson was Managing Partner of the Sioux Falls office of Lindquist & Vennum Law Firm for five years, practicing in the areas of commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate matters, real estate and regulatory matters. Prior to joining Lindquist Law Firm, Magnuson practiced law for many years with Lynn Jackson Law Firm in Sioux Falls. Magnuson graduated from the University of South Dakota with a law degree, and a Master's and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (inactive).


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One True Thing, directed by the excellent Carl Franklin (Devil in the Blue Dress and that Arkansas movie with Billy Bob Thornton) and based on the novel by Anna Quindlen, suffers from trying to do too much. It is really three separate stories that are like plants grown too close together, all fighting for the same limited nutrients in one too-small patch of soil. The first story and the one that the screenwriter, Karen Croner, should have stuck with is about a priggish New York feminist called Ellie Gulden (Rene Zellweger) with a high-powered job at New York magazine (and boyfriend trouble) whose "religion is ambition." She is called home to look after her mother, Kate (Meryl Streep), when the latter gets cancer and finds herself thrown into an unfamiliar and rather frightening domesticity. "The one thing I never wanted to do was live my mother's life, and there I was, doing it."
What a silly thing this is to say—since it is hardly possible for us not to live our parents' lives without neglecting our obligations and even the bare decencies of life—is, oddly, something never really noticed by the film, even though Ellie learns a few lessons in real life from her mother. For she only learns them as one point of view. Being "wife and mother," as it says on her mother's tombstone, may not be such a bad thing after all. And maybe dad, though still a bum, is not such a complete bum as for a while she comes to think. But neither of these realizations seems to have any lasting influence on her life. After her mother dies she simply goes back to her apartment and her career-girl life in New York. All that wrenching emotion, all that hard-won understanding has apparently left her unchanged—except for the fact that she's ready to dump the boyfriend.
The second story is a typical bit of Hollywood propaganda about euthanasia. Poor cancer-riddled mom! "No one should have to live like that," as both she and her husband, George (William Hurt) say. Again, this is a merely stupid statement whose stupidity the film doesn't notice. What does "should" mean in that sentence? Is somebody in a position to lay down moral rules for God, who has presumably decided that people do have to live like that? And if there is no God, the statement is even more stupid. But, like everything else in this picture, it is only a gesture meant to demonstrate the speaker's compassion. Neither Ellie nor her father actually has to act on it because tough old mom—this is the real twist in the tale— gives herself the fatal morphine overdose.
The third story is about the Gulden family, ruled by George, the paterfamilias, who insists on excellence (and the guy's a college professor? already this is completely unbelievable) and doesn't want to hear about failure. What kind of traumas have been visited on the heads of poor Ellie and her brother, Brian (Tom Everett Scott), who has scandalously failed his summer class at Harvard in, of all things, American literature, his father's subject. His failure, Ellie's driving ambition: two sides of the same coin. But the really ironic thing (as they say in journalese) is that papa himself is a failure. He has been writing a novel for years, Come Back Inn, which he is unable to finish. His supposed friend, the supposed poet laureate, cruelly deflates him about it and he has taken to drink. Or affairs. Or both.
Anyway, the three stories keep getting in each other's way and so none of them is healthy or robust—not that, on the evidence we see here, they would have been likely to be in any case. We are left with nothing but Meryl Streep's star turn as dying mom, once again showing us what a hell of an actress she is. As in others of her films, however, her very skill is overpowering to the rest of the movie and makes it look even more sickly than it otherwise would have looked. This is especially unfortunate because both Renee Zellweger and William Hurt are skilled performers in their own right, and both are here almost as marginal to the story as poor Brian or Jordan (Nicky Katt), Ellie's bumptious boyfriend. The latter, however gets the best line in the picture. Having demonstrated his concern by coming to Ellie's mother's funeral he tells her he is sorry for her loss. Ellie replies: "I never knew I could miss someone so much."
"I missed you too," says Jordan.

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Committee Membership History
Rules & Resolutions (C440)
Appointment Date: 1/24/2011
Position Member Begin Date End Date
Chair: Rep. Ruth Jones McClendon 2/9/2011
Vice Chair: Rep. Tan Parker 2/9/2011
Rep. Joe Farias 2/9/2011
Rep. Naomi Gonzalez 2/9/2011
Rep. Linda Harper-Brown 2/9/2011
Rep. Charlie F. Howard 2/9/2011
Rep. Tracy O. King 2/9/2011
Rep. J. M. Lozano 2/9/2011
Rep. Charles Perry 2/9/2011
Rep. Ralph Sheffield 2/9/2011
Rep. Paul Workman 2/9/2011


The Loom's double-breasted coat is crafted of black brushed wool felt. Handmade in Korea, this soft, streamlined style features notch lapels and drop shoulders.
Notch lapels. Drop shoulders. Martingale belt. Side on-seam slits.


Our salvation is the life of Christ in us.
THE place or state wherein the true Rosicrucian lives is far too exalted and glorious to be described in words. When we enter the vestibule of the temple of the true Rosy Cross, we enter into a region of unalloyed bliss and happiness. There is an effulgence of super-terrestrial light, where all laborious thinking and exercise of the imagination for the purpose of drawing logical inferences about the unknown, ceases, for in that light is the realm of pure knowledge; to live there is to perceive, and to perceive is to know. Into that paradise of celestial consciousness nothing impure can enter. No room is there for terrestrial flesh and blood; but the spiritual beings which inhabit that realm are made of the flesh and body of "Christ," in other words, of the substance of the spiritual soul.
H. P. Blavatsky, in her "Key to Theosophy," says that there are beings having attained a state of spiritual consciousness which would entitle them to enter the state of Nirvana; nevertheless, out of compassion for mankind, they still remain residents of this earth, inhabiting invisibly for mortal eyes the astral plane of our planet. In that, she describes the true order of the Golden and Rosy Cross as a spiritual Brotherhood, and if one of these superior beings, for some purpose or other, reincarnates in a human body upon this planet, then will there be a real Rosicrucian in a visible form upon this earth.
The "history" of that "brotherhood" is the history of the evolution of the world, and that of the spiritual regeneration of the soul and the body of man; for although each of these individual beings had its own terrestrial history and experiences in passing through many incarnations upon this planet, nevertheless, in its essential points the history of all is alike, and consisted in the conquering of the low and the unfoldment of the high. They all had to bear the Cross of suffering before they could become crowned with victory; they all had to crucify their selfish and personal will, and die in regard to all that attracts the soul to the sphere of earthly desires and illusions before they could have the spiritual faculties of their souls unfolded like the Rose whose leaves are unfolded by the rays of the rising sun.


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At MacArthur, war heroes get their due
Capt. Matt Lohmer of the United States Air Force walks out of a Long Island MacArthur Airport terminal with wife Emily after returning home from his sixth deployment to Afghanistan. (June 10, 2011) Credit: Photo by T.C. McCarthy
By T.C. McCarthy June 10, 2011 5:24 PM
There's a bumper sticker that reads, "If you can't stand behind our troops, stand in front of them."
That's what a group of family members, veterans, town officials and others did for U.S. Air Force Capt. Matt Lohmer today. They gathered in front of a terminal entrance at Long Island MacArthur Airport to applaud, hug, kiss and cheer for the man who has been deployed to Afghanistan six times. He glowed as he gripped wife Emily's left hand.
"It was amazing," Emily Lohmer said. "It was more than expected; it was really great."
The group was largely invited by Town of Islip Deputy Supervisor Gene Parrington, who started the Hometown Heroes Welcome program in 2009. Parrington is a Vietnam veteran who sustained two injuries during his service in the Marine Corps. When he returned home he was greeted by his family, but many of his colleagues were not as fortunate.
"We try to welcome home every vet that passes through here," said Parrington, who has invited groups like the Patriot Guard Riders and Blue Star Mothers to participate. "When we came home we didn't get much attention. We didn't get a nice warm welcome or even a handshake."
Since the program began, Parrington has presented more than 100 veterans with citations that thank them for their service.
In Lohmer's case the citation earmarked his more than 300 combat missions and highlighted his role as a mission and flight commander during his most recent deployment, which started last November.
The 29-year-old Texas native met his Sayville-born wife at Meridian High School in Texas after Emily's family briefly relocated there. The two lived in Texas until 2007, when they moved into a home in Blue Point to be closer to her family.
Lohmer expects to return to Afghanistan for a seventh tour in the next year or so -- he said the Air Force is shorthanded and his continued service is necessary. For now, though, he intends to spend some quality time with his family.
"It's been great, I've really enjoyed my time overseas," he said. "Every mission has been important."
Anybody who wishes to arrange a welcome for a returning vet can do so by contacting Town of Islip Deputy Supervisor Gene Parrington's office at 631-589-0234.


It is so good that all those videos are published after conference. If you are not a speaker at the conference, not sponsored by your company, or not have a free ticket, often you can't simply afford to attend it. This is the first of "My learnings from NDC Conference Videos" series.
1. Crawl the site every night! Log the response times for each page.
2. Visualise the result with graph.
4. Estimate environment differences. HOw are DEV servers performing, compared to TEST and QA?


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I defined the new parameter with this code:
add_filter('query_vars', function($args) {
    return array_merge($args, array('sponsor'));
});

add_action('init', function() {
    global $wp_query;
    print_r($wp_query->query_vars);
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Obviously I would not be here if this worked! The print_r prints an empty array.
Ideas?
Thanks for help!

A: Found a solution!
add_action('init', function() {
    add_rewrite_endpoint('sponsor', EP_ALL);
});

add_filter('request', function($args) {
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    return $args;
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Presented by Chamberlain Performing Arts and featuring New York City Ballet guest artists, Tiler Peck and Tyler Angle at the Eisemann Center on Saturday, Nov. 24th at 4:15 pm following the performance of The Nutcracker. Guests will enjoy sweet treats, autographs, pictures with cast members and opportunities to win specially decorated pointe shoes! Junior Girl Scout Social Butterfly Badge opportunities are available for this event. Tickets are $35 each. Call 972-744-4650 to reserve.


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The BeNe Super Cup was a women's football competition between the holders of the Dutch Vrouwen Eredivisie and the Belgian Women's First Division. It was played two times.

Its inaugural edition took place on 30 August 2011 in Venlo, Netherlands and confronted Standard Liège and FC Twente. Standard won 4-1.

The competition was a first step towards the joint BeNe League that gathered the top eight teams from each country and was started in the 2012–13 season. It has not been held since.

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Women's football competitions in the Netherlands
Women's football competitions in Belgium
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Defunct football competitions in the Netherlands
2011–12 in Belgian football
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Here are common questions I am often asked about Naturopathic and Functional medicine, Acupuncture treatments or the modalities I use in my practice. If you don't find a particular question answered here, the information is most likely elsewhere on my site, but if you require further information, please feel free to contact me.
+ How do I know if I should make an acupuncture appointment or a naturopathic appointment or consultation?
Both Naturopathy and Chinese medicine can offer solutions to your condition. I find that the combination of the two offers superior results. If your primary issue is pain, then I will always recommend acupuncture as part of your plan. For any other condition, starting with a naturopathic consult allows us to determine your options for treatment.
I approach all situations with a holistic view and create a personalized plan tailored to your specific needs. You get to decide if acupuncture will be a part of our plan or not. When you schedule your appointment in Portland, please mention whether you are coming in for acupuncture as the main focus.
+ What if I do not live in Portland, OR, is there still a way you can help me?
Much of the integrative wellness and lifestyle coaching and medical consulting I do can be done via video conference or over the phone. I have clients all over the globe and several patients that have moved from Portland, still access me for part of their wellness care. I am excited to assist you regardless of where you live.
If you are out of town and interested in working with me, our visits will be similar to my person to person naturopathic visits but will be done via video conference. See how to work with me for more info. All consent forms must be signed and on file before our first meeting and payment will be taken at the time of our visit.
+ How do I know if you can treat MY problem?
What I know to be true is that a personal lifestyle medicine approach can offer any individual a guideline to improving their health. The dietary, lifestyle and nutritional recommendations that you receive will address not only your main health concern but will improve your overall wellbeing and quality of life. Sometimes the time tested approaches I offer, help you finally transform something that has been bugging you for a long time. You really don't need to suffer any longer. Oh, and one more thing; action you take now towards improved self care , prevents further illness in the future.
+ Why is your intake form so long?
The more I know about you ahead of time, the more I am able to focus your visit on getting to the solutions you are looking for. I treat you as a whole person, not your symptoms, condition or disease. I want to know who YOU are. I need to understand all aspects of you and your lifestyle, your health history and your wellness goals.
Some of the questions may even offer you an opportunity to consider things you haven't previously thought of as being connected to your health. I know it's long, but trust the process. This is an important initial step and makes your initial visit more effective.
+ Can you serve as my primary care doctor?
Although in Oregon I can provide most primary care services, including physicals and writing prescriptions, as well as care for most conditions that do not require a specialist, insurance plans are particular so I ask that my patients establish a relationship with a designated Primary Care Physician. I believe a team approach allows you to always receive the best health care you deserve taking advantage of multiple perspectives. I am not on-call overnight or during weekends and I do not have hospital admitting privileges at this time. I also do not administer vaccines, do minor surgery, or male exams. If you have any other specific questions about this you can call my office.
+ Can you write a prescription?
As a practitioner in Oregon, I am licensed to prescribe most medications. However please know that my approach does not aim to manage symptoms for you, but rather my commitment is to help you get to the root cause and restore your body to balance. Sometimes this may require prescription medications, but I will always explore other options first. There are some medications that I prefer you have managed by an allopathic medical doctor or specialist. We will discuss this if required.
When I do prescribe medications it will be part of a specific treatment plan and will require regular assessment for refills. Given that many medications carry possible side effects, contraindications and interactions with supplements and other botanical medicines, it is important that you always inform me of new or changes in any of your prescription medications.
For out of state health and lifestyle coaching, I am not able to write prescriptions.
+ Will you work with me if I already have a primary care MD?
Absolutely. I believe we all need a health care team, not just a single individual (ie. single perspective). I am interested in collaborative care and will do what is necessary to work with your medical doctor or specialist to create a plan that serves you best. If you are local in Portland and need to find a primary care MD or specialist who will respect your desire for an integrative approach I have a number of referrals that can be made available to you.
+ What if I miss or need to reschedule an appointment?
I set my schedule to ensure ample time with each patient. Please understand that I need your cooperation in order to keep my visits patient-centered. Please arrive on time. I have a 24-hour cancellation policy. There is no charge for canceling or rescheduling with more than 24 hours' notice. If you miss your appointment or need to reschedule with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged. If you have a "telemedicine" or consulting/coaching session with me and you miss your appointment you will be responsible for the cost of your scheduled visit.
Healing is an ART. The art of Naturopathic Medicine operates under six fundamental principles that will guide our work together. The alchemy of modern medical science, ancient wisdom traditions and Nature's elements helps us in both finding the root cause of what ails and creating the personalized solution for your healing.
THE HEALING POWER OF NATURE The body has an inherent, dynamic intelligence which allows it to self-regulate, return to balance and therefore heal. We must give up the idea that we will ever have the intellectual capacity to fully grasp, let alone control or power over, the body's magnificent wisdom. Instead stay in the wonder of the Elements of You, decide to partner with all that occurs without a single consideration from your thinking mind. Trust is our foundation. My job is to help you remove obstacles to this life enhancing intelligence, give the body nourishment, rest and the movement it needs and then get out of the way and let nature work it's miracles.
DOCTOR AS TEACHER Doctor originates from the Latin word "docere", meaning "to teach. Educating, supporting and empowering my patients to take personal responsibility for their health is an aspect of my role as your wellness guide. When you understand the therapeutic value of suggested lifestyle and dietary changes, you are more likely to embrace change and follow through. I'm excited to share my years of study and continual expanding knowledge in order to help you feel the way you want to feel.
PREVENTION The present moment is a result of all actions taken up to this Now. Prevention of disease requires that we begin to pay closer attention to our every day choices. Our body is constantly repairing, healing, transforming. Our lifestyle choices do matter. How we think about things does matter. How we rest, move, nourish and love ourselves matters. 80% of known diseases are directly related to lifestyle choices. It's time to deepen our conversation about how we care for our bodies, how we inform our tissues and how we relate to the miracle vessel of the body that we get to experience life through.
TREAT THE CAUSE Naturopathy (and Chinese Medicine, Earth Medicine) focus on the ROOT cause of your illness or ailment. When we work together, you will be witnessed deeply in order to help you restore wellbeing and enhance your quality of life. By identifying cause, we are able to remove obstacles, transform that which hinders our innate ability to heal and then provide the body with what is missing. I combine modern medical science with ancient wisdom and the experience of my own personal healing journey to address underlying issues so that you are no longer simply managing symptoms, but healing, thriving and enjoying your life in the way you desire.
TREAT THE WHOLE PERSON You are more than a symptom or a disease label. You are so much more than any of your many roles. You are living through your body but also have a feeling heart, a spirit and a soul; the wellbeing of all parts of you crucial to your vitality. I will consider all aspects of you as an individual; not only your physical body, but how you think and feel, how you connect with your life and all that you experience. No one is like you, nor ever will be and your unique alchemy of being deserves a unique approach to your healing.
FIRST DO NO HARM Your body is not at war with you, let's stop "fighting" it please and instead partner up. I choose the most non-invasive, least toxic, and most natural remedies first. Our modern world has forgotten the foundations of Healthy Living = Whole REAL food, clean water, joyful movement, restorative rest and healthy relationships. Once we ground into these, then targeted nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture, essential oils and sound therapy our my allies. The safety of medicines is a concern, they are available an sometimes needed, but nature often provides us with simple, yet powerfully effective ways to return us to balance.
+ What does it take to become a licensed naturopathic doctor?
After attaining a Bachelor's degree and taking the usual barrage of undergraduate pre-med courses, licensed Naturopathic doctors attend a four year accredited Naturopathic medical school. In those four years (in my case 6 years as I gained my Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine simultaneously) we undergo a rigorous academic program including all the classes you would you expect in any medical school environment. In addition, we are educated extensively in CLINICAL NUTRITION, BOTANICAL medicine, CHINESE MEDICINE, physical medicine, etc. Our clinical training starts in the second year of school and continues through graduation when we spend many hours working with patients under the supervision of attending physicians.
After graduating and taking board exams, many NDs have residencies lasting one to three years. Some NDs practice as primary care providers, others may have an area of specialty. You deserve a physician and health care provider who has the education and experience to support your wellness goals. Not all health care providers are created equal.
+ What if I've never tried alternative medicine before? Isn't it kind of woo-woo?
There are many forms of medicine out there and the spectrum is quite broad when it comes to the "woo-woo" factor. I believe in holistic, patient-centered care and provide you with a plan that meets you where you are and invites you to take action to achieve your desired outcome. I am here to present you with a Personalized Lifestyle Medicine approach to your health concerns, something that is based in science and the wisdom of centuries-old healing traditions and always sees you as a whole, complex individual. I encourage all of my patients to think "outside the box" and open to new ideas. In order to see change, we have to do something different than what we've always done.
+ Does acupuncture really work?
Yes! Acupuncture is effective for many conditions. From a Western medical perspective it is not fully understood how it works. However, the science of Chinese medicine has a 5000 plus year history and has been used successfully for just about every medical condition. Chinese medicine looks at the world through a wholistic lens, one that sees the connection between all things. Just as the natural world has its processes to restore balance so too does the human body. Acupuncture is a beautiful technology that assists this process. I have seen even complicated cases greatly improve or completely resolve when including acupuncture in the treatment plan.
+ How do I know if acupuncture is for me?
In classical Chinese medicine, acupuncture and herbal therapies are the main treatment modalities for all conditions; therefore one could suggest it is for everyone. Let me put it another way, you won't know if you don't try! And like most holistic therapies, they can't help you if you don't use them. If you have tried many things and just can't seem to turn the corner, acupuncture may just be the piece of the puzzle that allows everything else to fall into place. What I know for sure is that during a session you will calm your nervous system and begin healing on a cellular level. The value in a subtle shift such as this cannot be under emphasized. Try it; you might like it!
+ I don't like needles; does acupuncture hurt?
For most, acupuncture is a painless process. Occasionally there can be some mild pain or discomfort associated with the needle insertion process, but this subsides within seconds. It is my belief that acupuncture does not have to hurt to be effective. Most find the experience incredibly relaxing and restorative.
When performed by a licensed acupuncturist the treatments are very safe. I use very thin, sterile-single use needles for your comfort and safety. Even the World Health Organization endorses acupuncture for the treatment of many pain syndromes and it has been used safely in China and all around the world for centuries.
+ How many treatments does it take to achieve results?
Every situation is unique, just as you are. Acute conditions may resolve within 4-6 treatments, while chronic conditions may take longer. A typical course of treatment in these cases is 10-12 sessions spread out every week or every other week. I will work within your budget or insurance coverage and schedule to design the best plan that will bring results while being cost effective.
+ How often do I need to receive treatments?
Acute conditions respond well to 2 treatments per week for 2-3 weeks. Chronic conditions may warrant weekly treatments for a period of time, usually 12 weeks to start. Once the chief complaint has found improvement or resolution, many often choose to come in 1-2 times per month for wellness and prevention. I have seen monthly acupuncture treatments serve my patients very well as a primary element in their self-care and wellness plan.
Qi is our life force energy or the energy flow of the body. It is that which sustains all living things. The literal translation of Qi is "breath" and is the foundational principle of Chinese Medicine. Health and Happiness is said to be the expression of a dynamic and harmonious combination of all aspects of Qi that make up who we are. From our physical bodies to our emotional and spiritual self. Restoring the balance of Qi and its movement in your body is the primary goal through an acupuncture course of treatment. This concept is deep and complex, feel free to research more….
+ Will you make me change my diet?
I believe that the way we nourish ourselves greatly impacts the state of our health. I will make recommendations and it will be up to you to choose to implement them. I do not believe there is one diet for every BODY. I will make suggestions based on your medical history, current concerns, and lifestyle and wellness goals.
+ If I incorporate a whole foods lifestyle, does that mean that I can never have my favorite foods again?
Short answer, no. Or….. maybe. Depends on your situation and what those foods are! I believe that the foods we choose to eat can nourish us or add to the irritation and disruption of our body's balance. Food can be our medicine and every bite informs our tissues and provides the fuel we need to live our days. For some conditions, strict adherence to a certain way of eating can prove immensely beneficial and speed the healing process. This means that for a period of time, avoiding your favorite treats may be required. Once you are experiencing good health, vital energy and have reached your wellness goals, you are less likely to be negatively impacted by occasional indulgences.
Part of the support I provide is guiding your through the myriad of dietary options available. The good news is that once you implement a whole food lifestyle you will notice cravings diminish and your preference for certain foods change. Eat more green veggies and you end up craving more green veggies! Hard to believe but true.
+ Does it take a lot of time to eat a whole food diet? I am crunched for time. What about when I am at work or traveling?
Like any new skill we wish to have in life, there is a learning curve. At the beginning there will be some time and effort involved. But once you create new habits, eating this way does not take that much time. The good news is I am an expert in this area and will help you learn the skills necessary to adopt a healthy and personalized whole food lifestyle. I too am a busy professional with a full life and can teach you all the tricks to sticking to your commitments at work, play and on the road.
+ Can you help me lose weight?
If this is a part of your goal we will absolutely consider this in the creation of your treatment plan. I've seen patients successfully lose weight and keep it off when they commit to accountable action with me as their guide. My desire is to assist you to achieve a healthy lifestyle where you feel comfortable in your body, have all the energy you need to lead a full and active life, and sometimes weight loss is a part of that. By identifying proper nutrition and movement plans for your body's needs I often see my patients achieve a healthy weight as a result. Interference in this process may arise if there is a history of chronic dieting, eating disorders or a sedentary lifestyle. My mind-body-spirit approach is incredibly effective in helping you create new habits and new sense of confidence.
+ What about exercise? What if I hate the gym?
Movement practices are an important and integral part of any healthy lifestyle. We all must move our bodies daily to stay young and energized. There are many options out there today; it is up to you to find something that brings you joy and then do that on a regular basis. When we work together I will encourage you and help you create a movement plan that works for you.


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You are concerned that, on average every 6 days in Canada a woman is murdered by her partner.
You want to make a long term difference. By helping to break the cycle of family violence you become part of the solution.
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Mike Champley appointed to the Public Utility Commission
By Henry Curtis
Former PUC Chair Carlito Caliboso has stepped down from the Hawai`i Public Utility Commission (PUC). Mike Champley has been appointed by Governor Abercrombie to finish his term.
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) held a week-long solar energy conference at the Hawai`i Convention Center in the summer of 2010. I noted that: "Retired Midwest utility executive and current Maui renewable energy consultant Mike Champley showed up on Tuesday and was roped into being the facilitator for the most exciting panel of the conference featuring three dynamic speakers. He did a fantastic job."
Mike Champley went to school in Ohio and Indiana, obtaining a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (University of Dayton, 1970), a Masters Degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Public Utility Economics and Regulation and in Finance (Indiana University) and completed doctoral course work in Public Utility Economics and Regulation (also at Indiana University)
Mike Champley has worked for two businesses: Detroit Edison Company (DTE) (1971 -2006) and Kahakuloa Energy Advisors, LLC (2007-)
At Detroit he was hired as an Electrical Engineer (1971), worked in Operations, Planning, Financial and Regulatory Positions (1971 - 1992), was promoted to Vice President, Marketing and Sales in 1992, Senior Vice President in 1997, and was given overall responsibilities for electric and gas rate and regulatory matters in 2002.
Mike Champley has also served positions in the public sector. He joined the Board of Trustees of Landmark College in 2007-, serving as Co-Chair of Audit and Finance Committees. The New England two-year liberal arts institution of higher education is one of the only accredited colleges in the United States designed exclusively for students with dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and other specific learning disabilities.
He also served in government for the City of Brighton, Michigan, on the City Council, Mayor Pro Tem, and was appointed to Planning Commission and served as Chairman (1984-1991)
He founded Kahakuloa in 2007, registered it in Michigan in 2008 and in Hawai`i in 2010. In Hawai`i, Mr. Champley serves on the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative (HCEI) Working Group, and as a consultant to Blue Planet Foundation and Haiku Design & Analysis (HDA). At the Hawai`i Public Utility Commission (PUC) he is active in regulatory proceedings involving Feed in Tariffs (FiTs), Reliability Standards, Rule 14H and Integrated Resource Planning.
As a member of the PUC's Hawaii Reliability Standards Working Group, he gave a presentation on Reliability Metrics at a September 9, 2011 meeting.
He is scheduled to speak on Interconnection Procedures & Standards at the 2011 Utility Wind Integration Group (UWIG) Solar Integration Workshop to be held on Maui in October.
Curtailment is a major issue in Hawai`i. Between 20-40% of the time the utility will not accept wind-based electricity from wind farms.
AP (August 13, 2011): "Renewable power producers should be financially compensated for the times when Hawaiian Electric decides it won't accept their power onto the grid, said Mike Champley ... 'Curtailment or the threat thereof is so overwhelming that it makes these projects basically unfinanceable. It causes uncertainty of the revenue stream ... If there were more certainty, one could plan or adjust accordingly.'"
Permalink posted by Ililani Media @ 9/16/2011 07:18:00 AM
Paying for wind producers useless badly timed surge power by forcible extractions from the ratepayers is a stealth subsidy for an impractical power source. One efficient way for wind to be a power source is to use it to pump water into upland reservoirs, then use hydro as a steady stream of power. Or use subsidized unproven big-capacity batteries. If wind producers are allowed this stealth subsidy that NOBODY VOTED FOR, by appointed cronies now ON OUR PUC! Hawaii's citizens are suckered into overpaying for energy. And distributed power production, on individual homes, is clamped off in favor of the big money interests who want to profit from stealth subsidies like this. Unfeasible without paying for power we can't use? Why not then just .... unfeasible!?
The tax subsidies and PUC and legislative rules concerning solar panels are not stealth subsidies. It's out there for the public to see. The real stealth subsidy is for oil. We have invaded two countries based on an oil pipeline and oil in the ground. We have subsidized the wars with thousands of American lives and trillions of dollars. We spend billions on oversea bases protecting oil fields. We spend billions on carrier groups protecting the oil sea lanes. The tax subsidies and laws passed for solar pale in comparison to the stealth subsidies we spent on oil.
# posted by Old Diver : September 19, 2011 at 9:03:00 AM HST


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When the Christmas season makes its approach, our thoughts go to trimming the tree, decorating the house, and getting together with family. And don't forget about the gifts.
They come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes we get what's on our Amazon Wish List and sometimes we're surprised with something we never even asked for. They are wrapped in the finest silver and gold paper with decorative bows and ribbons encircling each of them.
But the one gift some of us might not think too much about is the gift God gave us; the real reason we celebrate Christmas. It's not about gifts and Santa; it's about a babe wrapped in swaddling clothes; a child born in a manger given to us by a loving God.
So during this Christmas season, as we celebrate with family and friends, don't forget to thank God for His amazing gift to us of salvation and eternal life through His Son Jesus Christ.
Merry Christmas, everyone, and God Bless!
Not too long ago I was listening to a radio show from a pastor in California. The topic was faith and how we can be challenged with our faith and that we aren't as bold as we should be. We aren't as bold as Caleb but we should be.
Caleb was one of twelve men (one from each of the twelve tribes of Israel) who went to spy out the land of Caanan promised to them by the Lord. When the men returned from their journey, they gave their report to Moses. They all reported that the land was flowing with milk and honey, just as the Lord had promised. They also reported that the Amalakites were there, strong, and the cities were fortified. The believed they had no chance to take this land from the inhabitants of the land.
Except for Caleb and Joshua.
Caleb knew that the land that was promised to them by God would be theirs.
"Let js go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it." (Numbers 13:30 KJV).
Caleb knew that if God could hit the Egyptians with ten plagues, lead them out of Egypt and through a parted Red Sea, and help the Israelites defeat their enemies in battle then he could lead them into Canaan and defeat those that dwelt in the land.
Caleb was bold enough to try to rally the people and tell them that if God can take them through everything they've been through, then He can take them into the land that He promised them. The Israelites, however, forgot that aspect. They also forgot that their God was an awesome and powerful God. They also forgot that He never breaks a promise.
Do you, at times, find your faith wavering? Do you find it difficult to profess your faith to others and witness to them the Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ? I know I do. But sometimes we need to have the faith and determination of Caleb and remember that God is always with us and will help us through those difficult times. If you don't know what to say to people when you are witnessing to them, the Holy Spirit will be there to give you the words that you may lack.
And if you haven't found your faith and salvation in Christ, I invite you to do so now. Repent of your sins and turn towards Christ and follow in His ways. And if you need to talk to someone, don't hesitate to reach out to me in the comments section and I will get back with you as soon as I can.


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PRIVATE EQUITY | Cesar Tordesillas, Vietnam
Published: 11 Jan 13
KKR signs Vietnam's top private equity deal with Masan
KKR & Co LP has invested an additional $200 million in Masan Consumer Corp.
This is the largest single private-equity investment in the Southeast Asian country.
KKR, a US firm, did not disclose details of how much of Masan Consumer it holds after its latest purchase of primary and secondary shares. KKR, which manages more than $66 billion in assets globally, bought a 10 percent stake in
Masan Consumer, a noodle and fish sauce retailer, was then involved in the biggest private equity deal in Vietnam through a $159 million investment in 2011.
Masan Consumer is a private unit of Ho Chi Minh City listed Masan Group Corp, one of Vietnam's largest private sector business groups with interests from mining to banking and which has a market value of $3.6 billion.
Other investors in Masan Group Corp companies include TPG Capital and Mount Kellett Capital, according to sources with knowledge of the matter.
Masan Group had planned an up to $1.5 billion Singapore listing in 2012 or early 2013, but the plans were put on hold as markets became choppy.
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In the mood for a sweet treat? Tantalise your taste buds with our Italian Biscuits and Italian cookies such as the Misura brand or the Gran Turchese brand. But the list doesn't end there, you can also find delightful options among our Biscuits made in Italy and Cookies made in Italy such as Colussi, Doria , Mulino Bianco , Pavesi or Vicenzi so there really is nothing left out that you could want.


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Training provider hits top 40 of the UK's best franchises
Pitman Training is celebrating after being named as one of the UK's top franchise opportunities. From hundreds of entries across every sector, Pitman Training has been ranked 40th overall in the prestigious Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) – rising seven places from last year to reach the top 40.
The EF100, established in 2017 in association with HSBC, is the franchising list to watch. It recognises the sector's brightest businesses and ranks them according to a broad range of criteria; from their financial performance and heritage, to their contribution to the community and the way they embrace innovation.
The franchise industry contributes over £17billion to the UK economy and more than 700,000 people are employed in franchising across the country. Despite a difficult economic climate, the last 18 months has seen franchise brands like Pitman Training survive and thrive thanks to their robust infrastructures and proven business models.
"We feel that Pitman Training has well and truly earned their place in the Elite Franchise Top 100 list," said Scott English, Brand Director of Elite Franchise. "This definitive league table of the Top 100 franchises shows just what Britain has to offer. Each year, the ranking becomes more competitive and this year has been no exception for our panel of industry-leading judges.
"At EF100 we take into account entrants' sales and growth figures as well as the frameworks in place for the training, development and support of their franchisee network. This year, brands were also judged on any measures they initiated to survive the challenges of the pandemic, along with long-term planning they employed to experience prosperity and growth post-pandemic. Achieving this position is a testament to all that Pitman Training has achieved – they have consistently demonstrated a gold-standard level of franchising."
"We are so proud to have ranked 40th in the EF100 2022. We have risen up the table seven places from last year, which caps off the end to a challenging but rewarding year. During the pandemic, we managed to maintain our commitments to our students by shifting course provision online and receiving hundreds of five-star reviews and new enrolments in the process. As well as this, we provided constant support to the NHS with our world-renowned medical courses, such as the Medical Admin Diploma. This has been recognised by the NHS who now actively send students to study with us. Being able to support our network whilst they have provided training courses that have helped hundreds and thousands of students develop themselves through this challenging time is a testament to the hard work of everyone here at Pitman. I'm so proud to be a part of this great franchise," said Paul Lewis, Managing Director of Pitman Training.
The team at Pitman Training is proud to not only provide an exemplary service for its clients but are now thrilled to be named as an award-winning business opportunity for ambitious entrepreneurs too. For more information about Pitman Training and how you can become part of its award-winning franchise network, visit https://www.pitman-training.ie/.
For more information contact Jacob Turner via email at [email protected] or on 07730 727475


The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center presents a series of readings with the Macondo workshop leader: Tim Hernandez. This event is free and open to the public with RSVP.
As socially-engaged writers working to advance creativity, foster generosity, and serve the community, the Macondo Writers' Workshop seeks generous and compassionate professional writers who view their work and talents as part of a larger task of community-building and non-violent social change.


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When people ask how long I've been a photographer I always want to answer with the fact that I've been around photography my whole life; from helping my mom in the darkroom while listening to the City of Angles soundtrack to holding the light meter and reflector at her photoshoots. In high school I was taking all the photo classes I could to the point of becoming the teacher's aid just to have access to the darkroom and dedicating my own time taking after school jobs assisting other photographers. Once graduating high school I went on taking photography courses in college while starting to develop my own photography business. I love photography in every form it has to offer. I am currently shooting with my film AE-1 Canon 35mm, the medium format film Hasselblad my mom passed down to me and my trusty digital Canon DSLR. I love the relationships with myself, with others and with nature that photography has given me, and I hope for those relationships to continue to grow. Please feel free to contact me with any sort of project you are wanting to pursue, whether it be to capture a beautiful moment in your life or the beautiful things you create, I'll be your gal.


Anthems : The Jam Part 3 ???
The charismatic son of Michael Keirstead and an extremely talented artist himself. Josh is known for his outrageous hairdos and is loved by everyone who meets him. Who knows? Maybe Part 3 is on the horizon!


Victoria Khaze began to learn business lessons at the age of 5.
Now 22 years old, the CSUN student applied these lessons during her freshman year and founded CheekyAds.com, a site that offers business owners the opportunity to hire bikini models to sport painted ads on their bodies for a reasonable fee.
Advertising itself as a green company, Cheeky Ads' goal is to provide an environmentally friendly approach towards advertising.
Raised in an Armenian family in Boston, Khaze's long line of business ventures first began in kindergarten, selling homemade earrings to her classmates for 50 cents a pop. Khaze made at least a few dollars regularly selling the trinkets and her first lesson emerged from the experience.
This went on for nearly a week.
By week's end, Khaze lost patience and cornered the friend in school, describing the concept of accrued interest to her.
"The whole place was one power outage away from being Little House on the Prairie," she said.
During their time in Smithfield, Khaze's family tried different business ventures, which ranged from gumball machines to web hosting.
The majority of their businesses failed spectacularly, she said.
Her time in Rhode Island taught her valuable lessons besides a few failed businesses. With ethnic diversity being non-existent and the local bank offering the best jobs in the area, Khaze felt restricted in many areas of her life.
A second move across the country and to Los Angeles sparked an interest in Khaze: the business of modeling. The idea for CheekyAds.com soon followed.
Within 10 years Khaze hopes to have established businesses in Los Angeles and New York City while venturing into other fields.
"We're actually expanding our services right now," Khaze said.
According to Khaze, CheekyAds.com began offering a live mannequin service since November of last year to its clients. The service provides a model to the client to act as a mannequin, who can be instructed to pose quietly or interact with customers.
Not wanting to work under someone else for the rest of her life, Khaze hopes to have an established agency at 25 years old but her ventures in business just beginning.


Last week, I attended LTE North America, including the Signaling Focus Day, which was comprised of speakers from many companies (including Dialogic) giving updates on implementations and what is going on in the industry. While some speakers focused only on pushing their products, there were many other excellent speakers who helped push the cause ahead.
Here's the key takeaway: at a high level, the Oracle Signaling Index shows that signaling has a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 140 percent, which is higher than the mobile data CAGR of 66 percent. This means signaling is growing at more than twice the amount of mobile data. As regular readers of this blog, who have followed this mobile data explosion, will know, this represents an incredible step and an incredible opportunity for certain providers. It's simply amazing, really. Cool.
Why the signaling explosion? Well, for one, when subscribers have access to LTE networks, we tend to use them a lot. Why? Because they represent a true on-ramp to the Internet, since the network performance is equivalent to what you get in the office or at home. And we get smartphones onto these networks, so we we get over-the-top (OTT) apps and a lot of them. When the OTT apps are open, they initiate network requests, so they can be constantly updated. Maybe these apps are constantly checking for either updates or the latest information every 30 seconds. And maybe (likely) these apps haven't been optimized from a signaling perspective. So multiply this all out by all the smartphone users, who on average have more than 40 apps on their phones and open eight apps per day, and presto, we have a lot of mobile signaling going on even if users aren't actively using these apps. This phenomenon was referred to as "chatty apps" at the conference.
Short of everyone closing their apps once they open them, this level of signaling will clearly continue. Additionally, there is a new category of mobile apps coming online, known generally as "digital lifestyle" apps or the Fourth Wave. For those in the U.S., we've probably seen the commercial of the father who hears that his son "stopped at home" on the way to meet him, and the father asks his son if he "closed up the house" and the son goes "sure dad." But then the father pulls out his smartphone and checks his house, and proceeds to shut the garage door, turn of the lights, etc., all via use of his mobile phone. Think of these apps as smart M2M value-added apps for which you'd be willing to pay. This "fourth wave" will obviously involve a lot of signaling on LTE networks, meaning Diameter signaling.
All of this contributes to the signaling CAGR I mentioned earlier, which means we'll need all kinds of Diameter Signaling Controller infrastructure (DRA, DEA, IWF). Cool.


This infamous quote from Disney's 1989 hit "Field of Dreams" has been the battle cry of free-spirited creatives for almost 3 decades. For many, watching Kevin Costner questioning the validity of this mantra echoed by a disembodied voice whilst investing an absurd amount of time and money into the creation of a baseball field in the middle of nowhere just to watch it <spoilers> actually pay off in the end </spoilers> served as an inspiration to make their own dreams a reality regardless of how unrealistic they were.
Perhaps this message was delivered at the right place and time, as the 90s would serve as a revival for independent creatives. Technology's rapidly increasing speed and social connectivity lead to huge gains for those who knew what to build. It was a decade that birthed billionaires Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.
Three decades later, we find ourselves in a paradoxical state where it's never been easier to tell people about what we've built with content, but it's never been harder to keep their attention. Baseball isn't doing that well, either, but I digress.
So how do we change with the times to make sure our content gets the recognition it deserves?
The answer is effective content distribution.
Now before we dive any deeper, I want to make it clear that this is STEP 3 of a greater process. Don't put the cart before the horse. If you haven't done an overall brand evaluation (discussed in our livestreams) or developed a solid content strategy (see our post here), please do not start your content marketing journey with content distribution strategy.
Firstly, let's discuss the different types of content distribution your brand will experience.
Earned distribution is when a 3rd party either shares your content or creates independent content discussing or praising your brand. Whether your product and/or service is being reviewed by an industry relevant YouTube channel, or someone is boastfully sharing photos of what your brand does or provides on Instagram, you're experiencing earned distribution.
This type of distribution is likely the most effective form but is also the hardest to come by. Typically, it's a byproduct of content, a product, or a service that is designed to be easily shared. That said, like all "word of mouth" promotion, it's the type of content distribution where you have the least amount of direct control. And while it's great to optimize your content, products, and services to easily earn distribution, it's unwise to rely on it.
Paid distribution happens any time your content is shared in exchange for compensation. Basically, advertisement and sponsorship. Whether you've paid for a Google Ads campaign, boosted your Facebook post, or compensated a YouTube channel to feature your brand, you're participating in paid distribution.
Owned content distribution takes place on all platforms under the direct control of your brand. Whenever you post on your website, send out a tweet, or upload a video to YouTube, you're participating in owned distribution.
This form of distribution provides us with the greatest ratio of cost versus control. In other words, we can use this method to create and share content most affordably and with the greatest potential for an intentionally designed end product that creates an emotional impact on the audience. For this reason, it's the most logical place to start when it comes to distributing your content.
It's a good question, but finding a good answer can be very difficult. Let's start by categorizing platforms to get a better idea of which ones do what.
One quick note: Platforms are not beholden to any one category, but generally focus on one more than another. Instagram, for example, has a primary focus on photography but also offers limited video services.
One more quick note: Your website is capable of distributing all forms of content. Websites are a fantastic tool that all businesses should utilize, but that's a different topic for another day.
These platforms offer services focused on distributing written articles or blog posts.
These platforms offer services focused on distributing photography and other still images.
These platforms offer services focused on video content.
These platforms offer services focused on audio content such as podcasts and music.
These platforms offer services focused on broadcasting live video feeds.
These platforms offer services that offer to distribute all of the previous types of media.
As you reflect on this list, realize that my intent in drafting it was more inspirational than explanatory. If you've taken the appropriate steps to define your brand and content strategies, this list should start to make it abundantly clear which platforms will suit your content best. That's fantastic!
Each platform establishes a different rate of turnover for the content distributed on it. This somewhat predestined lifespan will directly impact a brand's ability to impact its audience. The design of not just our content, but the process that creates our content, must take this timeframe into consideration.
These platforms demand a much higher volume of content than others. Twitter is exceptionally notorious, with a feed that easily washes away a tweet that doesn't inspire a retweet or two…hundred. Content distributed here can't be low effort, but must not require an extensive amount of time to keep content flowing regularly.
These platforms allow content to survive almost indefinitely as long as people continue to share it, or their search engines place it prominently behind a search term with extended relevancy. Content that survives longer on these platforms tends to be both high quality and high effort. It must be noted, though, that your brand must continuously post content here to remain relevant to the platform's distribution algorithm.
That's right, low turnover rate platforms simply don't exist. Sure, it's possible to create a video on YouTube that maintains a high search ranking related to something that will always remain relevant, such as getting the number one search result for "baked chicken recipe" with your cooking tutorial. The problem is that new competition is constantly flocking to every major content platform. Unless your channel is continuously pumping out tutorials that elicit a positive response from YouTube's users, YouTube's algorithm will eventually lower rank.
What I'm trying to say is that consistency is what really unlocks the doors of content marketing. With that in mind, it's important to understand your brand's bandwidth with regards to content output. Reference your content strategy to ensure that whichever platform you choose aligns with your desired content schedule.
It's also important not to try and dominate too many platforms at once. Only choose a number of platforms you think you can handle (2-3 is a good place to start for many brands), and try to choose two that have an appropriate synergy. If you like to livestream and then edit those videos into compilations, consider getting on Twitch for the live broadcasts, YouTube for the edited videos, and Twitter to update your audience when you go live or have uploaded a new video.
Once you've chosen your platforms, it's important to try to discover any special tips or tricks each one has that you can leverage to gain your content greater distribution. These are typical features of the platform such as user tags, search engine optimization (SEO), or hashtags.
Hashtags (#) link your content to a list of other people's content using the same hashtag. Platform users take advantage of these lists to find new content that's relevant to their specific interests.
This is basically the principle of using every tweak and tactic available to us in order to squeeze every last drop of value we can out of our content without putting in an amount of effort that actually decreases its value. It's a tenuous tightrope walk that requires a level of expertise or guidance in order to be pulled off perfectly. That said, a working knowledge of content optimization doesn't require you to be a master in order for it to be effective.
Asking questions of your audience is a great way to build engagement.
People engage more with photos featuring human faces.
Bad video quality is forgiven by the audience much easier than bad audio quality.
There are lots of resources for learning about how to get your audience to respond the way you want them to your content, but to attempt to list a bunch of tips/tricks here would defeat the purpose of the article. Content optimization has much more to do with content production than distribution, but you should be aware of it before you start uploading frequently.


3. And man saith: What aileth her?
5. Because thy Lord inspireth her.
6. That day mankind will issue forth in scattered groups to be shown their deeds.
7. Then shall anyone who has done an atom's weight of good see it!
8. And whoso doeth ill an atom's weight will see it then.
8. And anyone who has done an atom's weight of evil shall see it.


1st of 2 80sTime sets this Sunday. Enjoy these mostly extended mixes of 80s tracks.
The story of Zacchaeus teaches us that rich people can be as damaged as poor people.
This set starts out with one of my top 5 remixes of all time, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.


That is a lot of fluff!
Hahaha! Don't let her hear you call her a beach ball, she's gorgeous. Incredible floofy fur!
Hmm, I don't like that look in her eye...better call her something 'nice' before you get it!
It's all fur, right, Fleurp?
Look at all that floof! How do you keep from burying your face in that tummy? Gorgeous!
For a moment I thought that was our Dot Kitten (a darker tabby) but the same er.... shape!!!!
Look at that belly! Watch out because Mom Paula is coming over to rub it.
Nice to see her looking beach ball-y again!
Throwback Thursday - Remember when?
Jack and the great big case of what the carp?!?!
My new grinder for making raw food is AWESOME!!
O Romeow, Romeow! wherefore art thou Romeow?


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KG Accountants consider the rules of Community Amateur Sports Clubs and their implications. If your club is in the England, at KG Accountants, can advise you on the CASC rules.
Since April 2002, many local amateur sports clubs have been able to register with HMRC as Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) and benefit from a range of tax reliefs including Gift Aid. In 2014, the tax benefits will be increased to encourage more clubs to register and some of the registration requirements will be amended in order to clarify the conditions that clubs will have to satisfy.
have as its main purpose providing facilities for, and promoting participation in, one or more eligible sports.
Some of the rules as to what constitutes an 'ordinary benefit' will be amended in 2014.
Eligible sports are defined in the legislation by reference to the Sports Council's list of recognised activities. The list is set out in an appendix to this factsheet.
All CASCs must meet a new income condition which aims to ensure that CASCs are mainly sports clubs rather than mainly commercial clubs with sports activities. The income condition will apply to the turnover received from broadly commercial transactions with non-members, where the club is offering a commercial service or supply, for example sales of food and drink. The maximum amount of turnover that a club may receive under the income condition will be £100,000 a year, excluding VAT.
Clubs will be able to generate unlimited income from transactions with their members. Investment income and donations received will also be excluded from the income condition.
CASCs can reclaim basic rate tax on Gift Aid donations made to them by individuals but CASC subscriptions are not eligible as Gift Aid payments. CASCs are treated as companies for tax purposes. Therefore their profits may be chargeable to corporation tax.
It should be noted that if trading turnover exceeds £30,000 (£50,000), all the trading profit is assessable to corporation tax.
By giving you a fixed and competitive price, we can take the worry away when it comes to setting up a charity; allowing you to concentrate on running your organisation.


2017 (Redshirt Freshman, Ole Miss): Appeared in four games as a reserve offensive lineman … Made his collegiate debut in season opener against South Alabama (Sept. 2) … Also saw time against Tennessee-Martin (Sept. 9), Vanderbilt (Oct. 14) and Louisiana-Lafayette (Nov. 11).
2016 (True Freshman, Ole Miss): Redshirted … Named National Football Foundation freshman scholar-athlete.
High School: Rated as a three-star prospect by ESPN, 247Sports, Rivals and Scout … Ranked as the No. 28 offensive guard in the nation and the No. 42 overall recruit in the state of Georgia by ESPN … First-team all-state honoree … Named to Chattanooga Times Free Press "Dandy Dozen" team … Helped lead Calhoun to a 28-1 overall record, back-to-back state championship game appearances and the 2016 Georgia AAA title over his final two prep seasons (2015 and 2016) … Coached by Hal Lamb … Also lettered in basketball and track and field and helped lead Calhoun to region championships in both sports.
Personal: Full name is Jack Patrick DeFoor … Born Nov. 5, 1997 … Son of Russell and Heather DeFoor … Member of Dean's List at Ole Miss … Majoring in business administration.


Tucson AZ Home Loan Info: Gotta Love Jim Rohn! "You Can't Get Rich by Demand. You've Got To Be More Valuable!"
Gotta Love Jim Rohn! "You Can't Get Rich by Demand. You've Got To Be More Valuable!"
Jim Rohn is one of my all time favorite motivational speakers!
You'll like this; get a cup of coffee, settle in for a few uninterrupted minutes, and recharge your batteries. "Learn to work harder on YOURSELF than on your job!" You'll walk away with a more positive attitude.
I too love this guy.
Nice guy with "punch in the stomach" reality!
I have heard of Jim Rohn but have never heard him speak. He does raise a good point, we work harder on our job than on ourself. Thanks for the post.
I had never heard him speak before and I really enjoyed it. What a likable, inspirational man. Thanks for sharing this!
I am now looking for the sequel to this video! Great thoughts are usually the simplest ones!
Google "Jim Rohn" on YouTube.
I'm with you! That's the truth, isn't it?
Thanks for being the first to comment. See you on your blog.


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AD and Sorry JayNari Talk 'Last of the '80s' Project and More
by Landon Buford April 30, 2017, 7:29 pm 41 Views 0 Votes
Photo credit: Donjae
Since the beginning, Hip-Hop has always reached new heights when two creative minds come together — especially on the West Coast. From Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre to YG and DJ Mustard, rappers and producers based in California have consistently brought the gritty sound of the streets to the masses, ushering a regional sound into the mainstream.
AD and Sorry JayNari are bringing their own style and flavor to the music industry. Hailing from Compton, AD earned his stripes on the streets as a Crip…he's since poured his life experiences into numerous mixtapes, including 2013's Project A and 2015's Blue.89, which spawned the hit "Juice" that racked up over a million hits on YouTube. Sorry JayNari began making a name for himself as part of the all-star production team League of Starz, pivotal in the jerky movement (his first big credit was on New Boyz's triple-platinum single "Tie Me Down" featuring Ray J in 2010) and continuing on to establish the current 'Young California' sound. Other notches on JayNari's belt include Rich Homie Quan's platinum-certified "Walk Thru" featuring Problem and Tyga's smash "Faded" featuring Lil Wayne.
The duo, who first met around 2008 through mutual friends, has released their official full-length debut Last of the '80s through the newly relaunched Priority Records (N.W.A., Geto Boys). The LP, which features guest appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Tory Lanez, Kid Ink, Eric Bellinger, O.T. Genasis and more, boasts the street-leaning sound of their prior work on a more accessible scale, making for a project that matches the replay value and shelf life of the music they enjoyed while growing up.
"We want to bring back that special feeling when you have an album that's going to be the only thing you listen to for months at a time," explains AD. "We want to be the soundtrack of the streets and a voice for the people who don't really know the culture of the Westside." Sorry JayNari elaborates, "Our sounds really come from the clubs and streets. For the sound of the West, we always had a certain sound that would relate to the gang culture — fat bass lines, and the leads. Now it's still basically the same structure that Dre used back then, but we made it faster and added 808s and bass."
RESPECT. Had to the opportunity to catch up with the very talented duo to discuss the release of Last of the '80s (which can be streamed below), their opinion on the L.A. Riots in the late '80s and early '90s, how things have changed 25 years since those events occurred and what are some of their business interests away from the music industry.
RESPECT.: What was the inspiration for Last of the '80s?
Music so obtainable nowadays and the lifespan of an album now days is maybe two weeks. With this project, we wanted to give the public something that will last and they want to learn every word. That was our inspiration during the creation process of Last of the '80s.
RESPECT.: You just released your visual for "Crip Lives Matter" in a very Blood-dominated industry. How important was it to tell your interpretation of things?
We are just trying to represent our side of things..Los Angeles is predominately Crip, but with the industry being heavily influenced by the Bloods, we want to tell our side of things. Now, don't get us wrong, we get along with all of them in the business and we are not here to diss anyone, we just want to make an impact in the business just like anyone else. We want to be able to represent where we come from as people as well.
RESPECT.: What is your favorite single of the album?
Sorry JayNari: I would have to say "Basic" is my favorite single off the album.
AD – The intro ("Story")…we got real personal during the creation process. One of my grandmother's last voicemail [is] featured on the single. So, this will show what I was going through personally while making this project.
RESPECT.: When you are in the studio with artists like Wiz, O.T. Genasis and The Game, can you describe the vibe and the creativity in the room?
Well, they have been friends of mine outside of the industry, in fact, I met O.T. Genasis when I was 15 and Wiz has looked out for me ever since I first met him. As for Game, He was looking for some the hottest artists in the streets to put on his album and I respected that. I am someone that likes to get to know people on a personal life compared to just working with an artist in the studio and after the project is done that is it.
RESPECT.: With it being the 25th anniversary of the L.A. riots in Central Los Angeles, can you describe how the community has changed since then?
I think the community has changed tremendously since the days of the L.A. riots where there was a lot of mom and pop stores destroyed and police brutality. I think a lot has to do with the fact of camera phones and the police are more cautious about the way they handle things because they are being filmed more now than ever.
RESPECT.: You have been mentioned in the lineage of West Coast rapper/producer groups such as Snoop & Dre, DJ Quik & Suga Free and DJ Slip & MC Eiht. What are your thoughts about those comparisons and do you feel it is warranted?
AD: I feel that we are all different people…Jay is a very quiet individual but he does his talking in the music production and I don't have a problem being the outgoing individual and we are able to complement each other very well. We want to be able to stand out on our own and no disrespect to anyone on that list, but we want to build our known name in this industry.
RESPECT.: You will be performing at the Power 106 L.A. Hip-Hop Festival later this Summer. Can you tell us what fans can expect?
You can expect a lot of energy and we will definitely have the crowd active and engaging with us at the Power 106 L.A. Hip-Hop Festival later this Summer.
RESPECT.: When will your AD headbands be released and where can your fans purchase them?
We are currently in the designing process and it will be featured on the iitsAD.com website.
RESPECT.: What are some of the business interests outside of the entertainment business?
AD: I want to eventually get into film and television, possibly a film critic.
Sorry JayNari: Film, Television, and when the time is right the marijuana business.
RESPECT.: What are some other things we can expect in 2017?
We plan to be featured in a lot of different genre collaborations this year and bring a lot of great energy to the music industry.
ADLandon BufordSorry Jaynari
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Are We Going to Be Watching Another Downfall? #LindsayLohan #Oprah #Documentary #OWN
on March 5, 2014 March 5, 2014 By Stephanie Gould
Seriously, are we going to be watching another downfall? Is Lindsay Lohan going to clean up her act, and according to Oprah, "cut the bull—-?" Lindsay, LiLo, girl seriously, if it's your LAST shot at doing what you love, wouldn't you do everything in your power to help make things easier? If that means going to AA Meetings and getting sober, and you know that will help you–do it. But again, things are easier said than done. It's going to be interesting to see Lindsay Lohan attempt to have her life documented while trying to get the sober-happy part of her life back. Honestly, it looks very intriguing. I've always thought that Lindsay Lohan had acting talent, and that her personal problems seeped over to her professional life, making her career take several hits along the way. I am also rooting for her to succeed. I want her to clean up her act. I want to see her succeed. I, like Oprah, want her to, "cut the bull—-" and get her life and career back to where it should be. Ten years ago, she was in the mega-hit Mean Girls. Now, with Oprah at her side, she is in a new documentary series on OWN titled Lindsay. Is she doing it for the attention? I'm not sure. Is she doing it thinking it might get her career ignited again? Who knows? Is she doing it to get her life back on track? I hope so. I really do. If anyone can help Lindsay Lohan become fabulous again it's Oprah.
YouTube: Re-Defining the Documentary
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Here, for your viewing is the documentary Health Food Junkies. I am including it because I think it is interesting that this film decided to upload it to YouTube. I really haven't heard anything else about it other than what's publicized on the popular site.
DISCLAIMER: I am only including it to highlight people's ability to make readily-available documentaries. My views and opinions about diet are not necessarily reflected within this film. It is in 3 parts and uploaded to one channel:
Whether it is a documentary, archive footage, or an entire rare film, YouTube has become a valuable resource for filmmakers and actors alike.


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Ep 113 BEHIND THE CURVE with comedian Sean Keane
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It's our EARTH DAY special! This is perhaps our most important episode so far. Hosts Paco and George tackle BEHIND THE CURVE about Flat Earth believers. As flat Earthers face universal contempt and mockery, director Daniel J. Clark takes steps to humanize flat Earth theorists. Our guest is the hilarious and truth-bomb thrower comedian Sean Keane ("Another Period," "Billy On The Street,"). We hold a mirror up to the truth to see if it's still breathing. You've been warned.
It seems these days we are hearing more and more about people that believe the Earth is flat. Not because of scientific evidence or empirical data, but because of their perception of the Earth. Why is the horizon flat? If the Earth is spinning at 1000 miles per hour, why don't I feel it? Why would I believe the round Earth propaganda of the deceitful world order? These are the questions that trouble flat-earthers. While it would be easy to make a documentary that mocks and easily disproves flat-Earthers, Behind the Curve, does more than that by allowing us to watch a like minded-community.
Behind the Curve doesn't seek to disprove the flat Earth theory, mainly because it disproves itself. Rather, it focuses on the lives of Flat Earth theorists, delving deep into different aspects of narcissism, self-worth, and community acceptance.
Sean Keane has written for "Another Period," "Billy On The Street," and Audible, and produced an episode of "The Comedy Show Show" for Seeso. He's performed in festivals like Bridgetown, RIOT LA, and SF Sketchfest, and his writing has appeared in ESPN the Magazine, McSweeney's, and Yardbarker. In 2014, the SF Bay Guardian named him the best comedian in San Francisco, then immediately went out of business.
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William Patrick "Bill" Roache MBE, is an English actor. He has played Ken Barlow in the soap opera Coronation Street since its first episode on 9 December 1960. He is listed in Guinness World Records as the longest serving living television actor in a continuous role.


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Welcome to Gators by Crystal
Art has been Joan's passion since the first grade. She painted and exhibited under her maiden name Crystal in the beginning and so it is now her trade name.
Joan became a football fan in high school on the pep squad learning to cheer the team on to victory. Joan then understudied with a European artist, H. J. Hermalin in Los Angeles. She also took classes in college and her art career became successful across the U.S. from California through Texas to Florida. She fell in love with the Gators as soon as she arrived in the Gainesville area of north Florida.
Danny Wuerffel lead the Gators to the National Championship and won the Heisman Trophy, who could not fall in love with excellence?Joan then fell in love with the "Cutest mascots, Albert and Alberta." A friend suggested she paint them and so Gators by Crystal began. Everyone who saw her work started making suggestions of new adventures for Albert and Alberta, so now you can see 64 works. She does fine art as well but as she says, "Everyone wants the gators." You can reach her by calling (352) 262-3561
Welcome to Gators by Crystal. A collection of the University of Florida Gators artwork by Joan Crystal. Joan is sanctioned by the University of Florida and licensing bureau that monitors the commercial use of NCAA logos and mascots.
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