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Maganey Trip
Thursday evening we had our last 3hr evening trip of the summer. The autumn is drawing in and its getting darker that little bit earlier so the 3hr trips tend to put everyone under pressure to get back before sunset and collect cars etc. However, we did have the perfect Sunset cruise with some fantastic weather. It took just over 1hrs 30min in total to reach Maganey lock from Carlow town. On the way, we passed through the haunted lock at Bestfield and shared/speculated on the various stories associated with the lock and how it became haunted. Continuing up river we also passed the confluence of the river Lerr and Barrow, followed by the river Greese. Along this stretch, the Barrow separates the counties of Laois and Carlow. Once we pass the river Lerr, the Barrow divides Laois and Kildare as the Lerr is the border between Carlow and Kildare. As a result, this area and Maganey are often referred to locally as the three counties. At the lock in Maganey, we disembarked to stretch the legs and take in the views of Maganey weir. Several passenger also brought a mini lunch or a small picnic. With a bright sun resting low over the horizon, it was the perfect spot for a Salmon sandwich while listening to the falling whitewater of the weir. Once rested, it was back into the boat and homeward bound. On the return leg, we spotted several Kingfishers, Cormorants and Grey Herons that we failed to notice on the way upstream. We were back at the Jetty in Graiguecullen for 8.15pm just in time before it got dusky.
Swimming lessons
Oscar the Boat Dog gained a gold star today at his second swimming lesson. He was too nervous for the canal or river Barrow so we started him with a pond at Kellyville in County Laois. He loved it. It will be interesting now to see how he gets on over the next few weeks but he is off to a good start. Well done Oscar!!!!
Peacocks Crossing!!!
You never know what you'll see on the way to work. Here we have a pair of Peacocks using the Zebra Crossing in Graiguecullen.
We'd a fantastic evening on the river yesterday with Dr Derek Coyle from Carlow College/St Patricks. Our trip upstream to Bestfield involved Derek leading a creative writing and poetry workshop as we travelled. For inspiration, Derek focused writers attention on the surrounding wildlife and retold local stories that highlighted the unique history and heritage that the river Barrow holds. It was in the haunted lock of Bestfield that we moored in with a group of holiday makers travelling the Barrow onboard a hired Narrow Barge from Barrowline Cruisers, which are located in Vicarstown, county Laois. They were making the return trip up river with local lock-keeper, Billy O'Neill. Here, one of the passengers retold the story of the lock's haunted status and explained the mysterious banging that often occurs on the hull's of vessels as they pass through. To get the creative juices flowing, Derek and passengers recited poems themed with water by Seamus Heaney, Ted Hughes and Elizabeth Bishop to name a few. This certainly worked and throughout the return trip back to the Jetty at Graiguecullen in Carlow, both pens and eyes were fixed firmly on the worksheets in hand. While a great evening of nature, history and poetry was had by all, most left having either penned a verse or two, or gained a collection of themes upon which to build. Many thanks to all who attended and to Dr Derek Coyle for facilitating a fantastic evening.
Picnic at Milford.
We heading down stream today on a most peaceful and tranquil trip to Milford in County Carlow. Here we stopped at the 18th century watermill for a picnic. The mill which was originally used to produce flour was later changed over to a Hydroelectric Power station. It belonged to the Alexander family and provided Carlow town with electric street lighting. Under the shadow of the mill, we spotted a gentleman Fly fishing and so it was here we sat for a while watching him ply his art.
Many thanks to Goresbridge Rural Development Group for a fantastic evening at the "Party in the Park" yesterday evening (Wed 1st August 18). We left Carlow town early that morning carrying a boat load of passengers on what was a wet and windy, warm summers day. Passing through the town of Leighlinbridge, we continued to Bagenalstown where a number for passengers departed and more stepped aboard. Continuing on, we came to the magical, hidden lock of Slyguff, where we were joined by a number of other boats and barges, all heading for Goresbridge. Lock Keepers Paul and Billy were on hand to help out and by 5.30pm we'd reached the jetty of our destination. The party kicked off at 6pm, and despite the weather, a large crowd gathered as the smell of burgers and barbecue smoke filled the air. For ourselves at BoatTrips.ie, the job was only beginning as we ferried passengers upstream to Upper Ballyellen and back. This continued all evening till 9.30 when we finally moored up and enjoyed a well earned beer around the campfire with several friends, boat owners and Indians, Sarah and Alison. Throughout the evening we managed to introduce over fifty boating newbies to the Barrow and share a little of the great history/heritage that the river holds. A special word of thanks must go to the people of Goresbridge and in particular Colette Murphy for inviting us down and making us feel so welcome. Early this morning (August 2nd ) we headed back up stream, collecting several passengers in Bagenalstown. After a few hours in the familiar summer, sun we reached the Town Park in Carlow just before 4pm. It was a tiring few days but extremely enjoyable.
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It wasn't long ago that all of our conference calls were audio. Then we started hearing that video was creeping its way into our lives. And today it's very normal for our conference calls to have a video component to it. While it is indeed an advance in technology the use of video conference calling now requires attendees to be a little more on their toes. Planning conference calls takes a little more time now because you just can't hop from the bed to your home office and begin your call. With the people now having the ability to see you on the other end, being unshaven or having bed head may become a distraction.
Planning Conference Calls with Video
I have to admit that I do use video for a fair amount of my meetings. I find it particularly helpful to look at someone when I'm speaking or when they are speaking to me. I find that it helps me focus on the subject that we're talking about. It's not that I'm thrilled that people on the other end of the conference or meeting can see me, it's just that I like the fact that it helps me focus more. In other words I believe it increases productivity especially in the home office setting.
In the video below Sprint has put together a video that shows seven tips on what to avoid when planning conference calls. It's a humorous presentation about how you should conduct yourself on video. Believe it or not you'd be surprised at how many people get caught with their pants down (no pun intended). The take away from this is to be very aware of your conduct during video conference calls.

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POPSUGAR: Dorothy has long been beloved by little girls, and Legends of Oz introduces her to a whole new generation of young fans. What did you most enjoy about voicing such a revered character?
Lea Michele: It was really incredible. From the minute they approached me with this film, all of the flashbacks of watching Wizard of Oz as a child came back. I felt so honored that they trusted me to play Dorothy, a role that was originated by Judy Garland. It was really incredible. We've been working on it for a very long time now, so the fact that it's finally out is so great.
PS: Who were some of your own favorite characters from TV, literature, and film as a child?
LM: I grew up on Broadway, so for me it was really all about the female actresses on stage and all of the characters from shows like Les Misérables and Cabaret. That was my world growing up.
PS: You have a book (Brunette Ambition) coming out in a couple of weeks. Can you talk a bit about that?
LM: I guess that for me, I feel like I've developed a very healthy and happy lifestyle here in Los Angeles over the past five years of living here and working on Glee. My fans always ask me for tips on beauty and fitness and fashion. I really wanted to have the opportunity to share those tips with them and give them a bit of a peek inside my life so far. I look at it as another way to connect with them.
PS: Tell us about the process of making an animated film. Your costars included Kelsey Grammer, Megan Hilty, and Martin Short — to name just a few. Did you actually work with any of them, or did you record on your own?
LM: You basically just get to go to work in your pajamas. You come to work and snuggle up, it's really great! It is hard, though, because it comes with a lot of detail, and being very specific. There's a lot of repetition and what not. For me, not having to do my hair and makeup is the greatest part. I didn't work with anyone else — you just do all of your stuff by yourself, and then they tape it all together.
PS: Mother's Day is this week, and our site is all about family. What's the best piece of advice that your mom ever gave you?
LM: To wash your face before you go to bed was the best advice. And to not give yourself a hard time is the most important thing. Be really kind to yourself, and don't put too much pressure on things.
PS: Will you be spending Mother's Day with her?
LM: It's a sensitive subject! I'm actually flying to New York for something on Mother's Day, but won't be with her. I'm making it up to her, though — I'm taking her on a really fantastic vacation.
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The update was announced in the beat app first and has since been confirmed by T-Mobile. S10 device owners on T-Mobile, Sprint, and Xfinity Mobile have reported receiving the update already, and some users in Canada as well. The build numbers of the entire family below:
The One UI 2 update comes in around 2.4GB in size and includes the December security patch. As Samsung's announcement says, this update is rolling out to beta testers before it officially arrives for others. So if you have been enrolled in the One UI 2 beta program on your Galaxy S10, you can download stable Android 10 before everyone else. It should be a matter of time before the update starts appearing on AT&T, Verizon, and more Canadian devices.
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BC evolving away from Creationism
Almost four months have passed since James Lunney, the Member of Parliament for Nanaimo-Alberni, decided to quit the Conservative Party caucus due to what he described as "a deliberate attempt to suppress a Christian worldview" at the "senior levels" of politics.
Lunney followed his March 31 interview with the Globe and Mail with a website statement, titled "Evolution Controversy" (intriguingly posted on April 1) where he ascertains, in 4,712 words, that freedom of religion in Canada is being undermined.
Lunney will not run for re-election this year. His constituency will not exist after this year's federal election, having dissolved into the new ridings of Courtenay-Alberni and Nanaimo-Ladysmith.
So, with Lunney's resignation in the background, how do British Columbians feel about creationism? Insights West asked this question recently, and found that 72 per cent of residents think human beings evolved from less advanced forms of life over millions of years.
The notion that God created human beings in their present form within the last 10,000 years is endorsed by just 17 per cent of British Columbians. The proportion of creationists climbs to 27 per cent among people who reside in the North and the Southern Interior, but drops to 16 per cent in Metro Vancouver and nine per cent in Vancouver Island (where Lunney's soon-to-be-extinct riding is located).
Across the province, only one-in-four residents (26%) think creationism —t he belief that the universe and life originated from specific acts of divine creation — should be part of the school curriculum in British Columbia. Once again, the numbers jump in the North and the Southern Interior (36 per cent want to see creationism taught in schools), but remain low in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island.
Lunney was first elected to the House of Commons in 2000, under the Canadian Alliance banner, when the now-defunct party was led by Stockwell Day. In that election, the Canadian Alliance captured 49.4 per cent of the vote and 27 of the 34 seats at stake in British Columbia. In Alberta, birthplace of the Reform Party, the Canadian Alliance garnered 58.9 per cent of the vote in 2000, and 23 of the 26 seats at stake.
So, if roughly three-in-five Albertans voted for a party that housed Lunney and Day at the start of this century, how do they feel about creationism now? We found that a majority, albeit smaller than what we see in BC (58%) also sides with evolution, while one-in-four Albertans (24%) select creationism. While in Calgary and Edmonton roughly one-in-five residents are creationists, the proportion reaches 30 per cent in the rest of the province.
As was the case in British Columbia, many Albertans believe that creationism does not belong in public schools (50%), but a third (34%) think it has a place in the province's education curriculum.
How do our views on evolution and creationism compare to other places? Since 1982, Gallup has tracked the views of Americans, but adding an option that hints towards "intelligent design"—the notion that human beings have developed over millions of years from less advanced forms of life, but God guided this process. This makes a direct comparison with our recent survey extremely tricky.
In 2012, I asked a question without the "intelligent design" option in the United States, Britain and Canada. The numbers then showed a majority of Americans (51%) believing in creationism—with the South skewing the numbers dramatically—and only 30 per cent siding with evolution. In Charles Darwin's homeland, the results were staggering. Evolutionists outnumbered creationists by a 4-to-1 margin (69% to 17%) in Britain.
Going back to this year's Insights West poll, age provides an added layer of analysis, and a window into what the research may show a decade from now. Almost two thirds of residents aged 18 to 34 in both British Columbia and Alberta (64%) believe that Adam and Eve should stay away from the classroom. It is also important to note that the proportion of residents who think creationism should "definitely" be taught in schools is particularly low: just 16 per cent in Alberta and 12 per cent in British Columbia.
Lunney should be lauded for standing by his beliefs, something that does not happen too often in the whipped realm of Canadian federal politics. However, the Conservative voter has changed dramatically since the early days of Reform. Some Western Canadians may have originally supported the party due to a perceived embrace of Christian values and morality. But the numbers in 2015 outline a harsh reality: it is not the Conservative Party that is moving away from creationism—it's the entire west coast.


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In your fitout the base building lighting and ceilings must not be altered in your tenancy works and the layout must allow for an airflow throughout your tenancy to keep cool in summer months.
The overarching objectives of the Lesee's fitout should be to:
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- Improving the indoor environment by maximising natural daylight, reducing glare, maximising external views, reducing internal noise, VOCs and formaldehydes.
- Reduction of Energy from fitout components, including lighting and equipment, improving thermal efficiency of the space, and the reuse of grey water.
- Reducing waste by sourcing sustainable components and materials that provide an end of life solution and improve the circular economy.
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13.9. Single-application Mode
Single-application mode is a modified shell which reconfigures the shell into an interactive kiosk. The administrator locks down some behavior to make the standard desktop more restrictive for the user, letting them focus on selected features.
Set up single-application mode for a wide range of functions in a number of fields (from communication to entertainment or education) and use it as a self-serve machine, event manager, registration point, etc.
Procedure 13.9. Set Up Single-application Mode
- Lock down settings to prevent printing, terminal access, and so on. See:
- Configure automatic login in the
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- Create a new user with a name, which follows typical naming conventions (no space or special characters, do not start with a digit or a dash). Also, make sure the user name matches with the related names, such as when referring to a session. A good example is kiosk-user.
- Create a session with a name matching your user name (for example, for our kiosk-user, kiosk is a good match) by writing a
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Exec=gnome-session --session kiosk
- Set the default session for kiosk-user by adding the following line to the
- Define the kiosk session by writing a custom session definition, containing the following line:
RequiredComponents=kiosk-app;gnome-settings-daemon;kiosk-shell;This creates a session that runs three programs: kiosk-app (a sample application),
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CHICAGO - Three thousand kids, teachers, parents and community leaders gathered at 24th and Wabash this morning to march.
"We're calling out to Chicago residents to allow them to know that we need help to get our voices heard and to stopping this violence," said student Armaria Broyles.
"When young people stand up and be the voice for peace in our community, that's when you see it turn around," said Fr. Michael Pfleger of St. Sabina.
They moved south to 36th and Wabash to the campus of Perspectives IIT Math and Science Academy. The school organized this event, now in its third year.
"They want to be able to live to their potential without being worried about getting shot. They have lost seven students in this school year. That's jaw dropping," said Deputy Mayor Andrea Zopp.
"My son was a victim of gun violence a few months ago," said Armmia Brown, one of the many parents in attendance. "Instead of him being a number, we wanted him to be recognized as a human being who had a future and who wanted to help solve this."
Today's demonstration came on a morning in which gun violence was rampant citywide.
"I have a young son as well. He's off at college in California. I don't want him to come home for the summer because of the violence," said Tameka Brown.
At 1:30 am, an 18-year-old was shot in the 1200 block of West Erie. An hour later, a man walked into Loretto Hospital on the West Side; he had been shot in his hand. In Humboldt Park this morning, a man and woman tried to run away from armed robbers. They could not, and both of them were injured.
"I have lost family members to it, and I want it to stop," said student Semaj Roy.
The mother of Chicago Bull Joakim Noah came to say that enough is enough.
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A few days before Claressa Shields met Christina Hammer for the undisputed women's middleweight world championship on Saturday, Shields made clear how the fight would go and what she wanted people to say when it was over.
"When I beat Christina Hammer on Saturday, I want everyone's headline to say, 'Shields nails the Hammer,'" Shields said.
Shields did just that, as she backed up all her trash talk and then some with a masterful performance in the culmination of the collision course she and Hammer had been on for more than a year as Showtime built toward the fight.
Shields dominated and beat up Hammer en route to a one-sided, unanimous decision to claim the undisputed title in one of the most significant fights in women's boxing history at the Adrian Phillips Theater at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Two judges scored the bout 98-91, both giving Shields a 10-8 score in the eighth round, even without a knockdown, because she was dominant. One judge had it 98-92 for Shields.
Shields unified her three major belts with the one she took from Hammer in a fight originally scheduled for Nov. 17 but postponed because Hammer was ill.
"I am the greatest woman of all time," Shields said. "I did it. She didn't win a round. I almost knocked her ass out. I swear, I feel like I'm dreaming right now. Thanks to Christina Hammer and her team. They said she had a hard jab, and they weren't lying. Her jab is off the chain."
Shields (9-0, 2 KOs), 24, of Flint, Michigan, who was 77-1 as an amateur and won back-to-back Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016, became the second woman of the four-belt era to win all the major world titles in one division. The other is reigning undisputed women's welterweight world champion Cecilia Braekhus, whom Shields called out for a historical summit meeting that she would like to have on pay-per-view.
There have been only four men to hold all four belts at the same time: cruiserweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, who accomplished the feat last year, junior welterweight Terrence Crawford and middleweights Jermain Taylor and Bernard Hopkins.
Shields, making her third defense, dominated on the scorecards and in the CompuBox statistics, as she landed 112 of 387 shots (29 percent). Hammer landed just 49 of 366 (13 percent). Shields outlanded Hammer 31-3 to the body.
Hammer (24-1, 11 KOs), 28, a Kazakhstan native fighting out of Germany, saw her impressive run come to an end. Hammer, who won a world title at super middleweight, had held a middleweight title since 2010 and was making her 13th defense.
"I didn't fight very good or fast," Hammer said. "That's boxing -- anything can happen. I wanted this fight. She won, respect to her. She's a tough, strong woman, and that's all I can say. She's fast, she comes forward, she has fast hands. I couldn't land my jab as good as I expected. That's boxing. I'll come back, and I'll be back stronger."
Hammer got off to a good start by landing several clean, straight shots in the opening round as Shields was seeing what she had in front of her before taking over the fight.
"I was just calculating -- what is her jab like? How fast is she? I was just calculating in the first round, and after that I started picking her apart," Shields said.
Shields, who previously unified two belts at super middleweight before moving down in weight, picked up the pace in the second round and began to land a lot more punches, including a solid right hand. When Hammer unleashed a flurry of punches in the third round, Shields dodged and ducked and avoided virtually all contact in an impressive display.
While Shields avoided most of Hammer's punches, she landed solid right hands and had taken Hammer totally out of her game by the middle of the fight. Hammer wanted to go forward but wound up backing up because she was met by so many of Shields' shots to the head and body.
In the eighth round, Shields caught Hammer along the ropes with a hard left hand that dislodged her mouthpiece. Referee Sparkle Lee called timeout to replace it, but it was only a brief respite for Hammer. When the fight resumed, Shields was right back in Hammer's face, nailing her with a hard right hand to the cheek and a left hook. Hammer was in full retreat as Shields swarmed her and blasted her with another right hand. It was a huge round for Shields.
"I knew I could hurt her. I thought I finished her in round eight. I thought the fight should have been stopped," Shields said. "She was holding on to me. I just told myself, stay cool, stay cool. I was trying to get the perfect punch to get her out of there."
Hammer took several deep breaths in the ninth round and looked exhausted as she took more punishment courtesy of Shields' right hand. Hammer continued to take punches in the 10th round, and when it was over, Shields raised her hands to declare victory. Hammer did not.
"I did everything I wanted to do," Shields said. "They say 98-92. Give me 100-90. I won every round. I am the greatest woman of all time. Give me that. You all said I couldn't do it. Come on."
Shields wasted no time looking ahead to the next big fight she wants -- either Norway's Braekhus (35-0, 9 KOs), 37, or England's Savannah Marshall (5-0, 3 KOs), 27, a super middleweight, who was the only woman to defeat Shields in an amateur fight.
"Women's boxing, we're on fire. I cannot wait to see the next super fight," she said. "Right now I'm the undisputed champ. Give me Cecilia Braekhus at 154 (pounds). That's who I want next. Either her or Savannah Marshall."
Franklin outpoints Booker
Heavyweight prospect Jermaine Franklin, making his television debut, notched a workmanlike unanimous decision over Rydell Booker. Franklin won 99-91, 98-92 and 98-92.
It was mostly a slow, methodical fight, but the action finally picked up late in the seventh round, when Booker had Franklin against the ropes and ripped him with two uppercuts before he retaliated and nailed Booker.
Franklin, the busier, more accurate and heavier puncher throughout the bout, split Booker's guard with a perfectly timed right uppercut that snapped his head back in the ninth round.
According to CompuBox statistics, Franklin landed 146 of 541 punches (27 percent), and Booker landed 94 of 351 (27 percent).
"I think I had a decent performance. There's some stuff I could work on. I overcrowded myself a little bit. I was a little overanxious," Franklin said. "He had a lot more experience than me and used it to his advantage. He could see what I was doing. I learned to stay more patient because I had him hurt a few times, but once I got overanxious, my whole game plan went out the window. I started messing up and making crazy mistakes I shouldn't have."
The 6-foot-1, 245¼-pound Franklin (18-0, 13 KOs), 25, of Saginaw, Michigan, a pro since 2015, was a standout amateur and a 2014 National Golden Gloves champion. He elected to go pro after that rather than compete for a berth on the 2016 U.S. Olympic team.
The 6-foot-3, 238¾-pound Booker (25-2, 12 KOs), 38, of Detroit, was once a promising prospect, but after suffering his first loss, a decision to James Toney in 2004, he went to prison for 12 years for trying to sell 35 pounds of cocaine and did not box again until 2018. He won decisions in three six-round fights in his comeback before being vanquished by Franklin.
"I felt he out-hustled me, but it was a lot closer than what it was (on the scorecards)," Booker said. "He was missing me a lot more than it looked. I slipped a lot of shots and hit him clean. I knew he would bring the pressure, but he needs a lot of work. He stays too centered with his head. He's all right. What he has on his side is youth."
Wallin-Kisner ends in no-decision
In the disappointing opener of the tripleheader, Swedish heavyweight prospect Otto Wallin (20-0, 13 KOs), a 28-year-old southpaw, and Nick Kisner (21-4-1, 6 KOs), 28, of Baltimore, fought to first-round no-decision.
The fight had barely begun when they clanked heads hard, a collision that opened a cut over Kisner's right eye and a cut on the side of Wallin's head. The 6-foot-5, 227¼-pound Wallin, who was making his United States debut, was bleeding but was OK. Kisner, however, complained that he could not see, and referee David Franciosi called timeout so the ringside doctor could examine the wound.
The fight eventually continued, but the 5-foot-11, 221-pound Kisner, 28, of Baltimore, complained again about vision problems in his right eye in the corner after the round, prompting Franciosi to stop the fight upon advice of the ringside doctor.
"To me, his cut didn't look that bad," Wallin said. "It's a shame because I trained really hard for this fight and was looking to put on a show for fans in America. I just didn't have time to get going. I'd like to get back in there soon and show what I can do. I'm going to take this as a learning experience."
Said Kisner: "I caught a head-butt, and the referee came to me. He saw me swiping at my eye and said, 'Can you see?' I said, 'Soon as I get the blood out of my eye, sure.' I feel horrible after training so hard. I felt good in the first round. The judges probably gave him the first round, but I always take off the first round, but I was feeling like I could get to him eventually. You saw me land my overhand right."


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Essence Font during raidwide damage, and if they require more healing follow up by casting Vivify on targets with the Essence Font HoT to take advantage of the double Gust of Mists bonus.
Pump out Renewing Mist shortly before the damage is coming.
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Keep the Jade Serpent Statue's Soothing Mist up on a target taking damage at all times ( usually tanks) if talented.
Chi Burst when there is no other important casts to be doing, such as an Essence Font, or Vivifying with multiple Renewing Mists, but the group is stacked and needs some healing.
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Mistweavers have 2 very powerful defensives in Fortifying Brew and Diffuse Magic. Use them regularly and well.
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Dr. Potek believes that by better understanding how our thoughts, emotions and personal traits interact, every individual has the capacity to skillfully and insightfully navigate challenges in life. Whether supporting families through psychoeducational assessment or in therapy, she has a keen interest in identifying the unique goals of each individual/family and working collaboratively with her clients to achieve those goals. Dr. Potek endeavors to create a warm, supportive and dynamic space where clients can feel the comfort and safety that is fundamental to growth and change.
Dr. Potek has worked in the United States and abroad, developing a special interest in international mental health and school-related issues. Drawing primarily from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT and Mindfulness, Dr. Potek has focused her therapy work primarily on anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, adjustment disorders and navigating major life changes. She also has a passion for testing because, when needed, it can be instrumental to pinpoint why a child is struggling, highlight strengths, and implement focused and effective strategies to help the child see more success in school and in life.
Dr. Potek received her Psychology Doctorate from New York University in a School and Child Clinical program. During her training she helped to pilot a school-based Mindfulness curriculum to support adolescents with stress management. She completed her training with a joint experience between St. Luke's/Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and the Muhimbili University Hospital of Tanzania. As part of her experience in Tanzania she was instrumental in developing and writing a curriculum for the first ever Masters of Psychology in the country. She also provided consulting and treatment services to international organizations such as the Peace Corps, the United Nations, the United States Embassy and other international organizations and schools. Her work included conducting comprehensive assessments for children and families living abroad and providing therapy to local and international communities. Prior to her work abroad, Dr. Potek worked as a psychologist in a variety of school and clinical settings in New York City. She also has over 10 years of experience as a teacher in Mexico, Guatemala and New York City. Her range of experiences helps Dr. Potek easily relate to and appreciate clients from many different backgrounds.


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OSAGE COUNTY – Osage County sheriff's deputies said Friday they had released a suspect accused of holding a woman against her will because there was not enough evidence.
Osage County Sheriff's Deputy Matt Peters said the department was continuing to investigate but had released Austin Hudson Friday afternoon.
Belle City Marshal Joe Turnbough said his officers arrested Hudson Thursday at Mace Supermarket after they saw his truck.
Turnbough said the Osage County Sheriff's Department had called Belle police and said multiple male suspects were holding a woman against her own will, and they were driving a gray truck.
Peters said the woman called her boyfriend and told him she needed help and the boyfriend then alerted authorities.
Turnbough and his officers rescued the woman at the supermarket.
The woman told authorities the men had been holding her against her will inside her own home since Monday morning.
Peters said the department was looking for Matt Lackey (pictured below) Friday afternoon, who is suspected of being involved as well.
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The International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) has introduced Classic Physique to their competition line-up.
In a official press release published in recent days, the IFBB announced that this category will be introduced at the 2018 Arnold Classic Europe, World Men's championships, World Junior Championships and the World Master Championships.
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The Southlake Police Department was pleased to welcome Officer Branham back from his National Guard deployment. He had been deployed to the Texas/Mexico border from April 28th until September 30th of this year.
While in Laredo, Officer Branham primarily worked at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, which is the most trafficked point of entry for vehicles entering the United States. As a first lieutenant, he supervised 43 soldiers and monitored three total points of entry (both commercial and passenger vehicles) from Mexico. He assisted the Border Patrol and helped U.S. Customs with commercial vehicle inspections and points of entry.
He also served as a liaison between soldiers in the Laredo sector and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection in order to assist in contraband seizure efforts at the points of entry. Officer Branham and his soldiers seized meth, heroin, and cocaine, as well as counterfeit consumer goods and prevented them from coming into the United States.
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"Cinema weather" used to be shorthand for conditions that require indoor entertainment, but today we're checking the forecast to find out if it's nice enough to catch a film under starry skies, as open-air film events pop up all over the globe.
By Fiona Brutscher
Sun Picture Gardens (Broome, Australia): The (Guinness Book of Records-certified) oldest open-air cinema still in operation doesn't just provide a welcome distraction in remote Broome, it's also one of the most popular tourist attractions, thanks to its lovingly preserved heritage-listed exterior. .broomemovies.com.au
Moonlight Cinema (Australia): Of course, Australia doesn't just have nostalgic open-air cinemas brimming with history, but also modern events in stunning settings, such as the Moonlight Cinema series in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Port Douglas and Sydney. moonlight.com.au
Cine Thisio (Athens): As the open-air season comes to an end in most locations Down Under, preparations are under way on the other side of the globe. Kicking off early is Athens, where cinephiles can already enjoy sophisticated programming in May, presented in a beautiful setting with Acropolis views. cine-thisio.gr
Taormina Film Fest (Sicily): For a similarly ancient backdrop, head for this Sicilian film festival. The star-studded event, which was launched in 1955, takes place in a classical amphitheatre. taorminafilmfest.net
PGNiG Transatlantyk Film Festival (Łódź, Poland): This Polish festival doesn't just do cinema under the stars, instead offering a free programme of open-air screenings in unusual settings, such as a city square filled with four-poster beds, or in the middle of a bridge. transatlantyk.org
Sarajevo Film Festival: This festival offers two distinct al fresco programmes: Screenings at the 3,000-seat open-air cinema are often premieres attended by producers, actors and directors. The smaller Summer Screen only seats 150 and offers a selection of films beyond the competition. sff.ba
Five Lakes Film Festival (Bavaria): Between Munich and the Alps, this charmingly laid-back festival screens a curated selection of independent films in cinemas and on lakeside screens in the Upper Bavarian Five Lakes District. fsff.de [Photo: FSFF/Broz, Reuther]
Summer Nights and The Luna Cinema (UK): Considering its notoriously changeable weather and short summers, Britain sure has a lot of open-air cinemas. Film fans across the island can choose between two series of events bringing blockbuster cinema to heritage estates, castles and other beautiful locations. summernightsfilm.co.uk, thelunacinema.com
Hot Tub Cinema (Various Locations): City dwellers feeling pessimistic about the weather can ensure they take a dip and stay warm all at once, at the weirdly appealing Hot Tub Cinema. From the first public screening in London, the concept has expanded to six locations in the UK, USA and Ibiza. hottubcinema.com [Photo: Hot Tub Cinema]
Secret Cinema (New York): The fully immersive series of cinematic events that pioneered the concept of "method watching" (encouraging patrons to dress the part, get in the mood and play along) is lightening the mood with outdoor screenings of Dirty Dancing this summer. secretcinema.org [Photo: Secret Cinema/Olivia Weetch]
Cinespia (Los Angeles): When you hear "open-air cinema," your first association is probably not "in a graveyard", but projecting cinema classics on the wall of a mausoleum just makes sense – at least when the graveyard in question is the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. After all, for actors, death is the final step on the road to immortality. cinespia.org [Kelly Lee Barrett © Cinespia.org]
Film on the Rocks (Colorado): A different kind of amphitheatre – less antique, more natural, and just as suitable a stage for great tragedies and dramas as any Greek theatre. Red Rocks Amphitheatre shows a small series of blockbusters, accompanied by live music and comedy programming. film.redrocksonline.com [Photo: Kyle Manikowski]
Rooftop Films (New York City): For a more urban experience, head for the rooftops – for example the original big city summer cinema, which started as a private (and illegal) event almost 20 years ago and is still going strong on rooftops across New York. rooftopfilms.com
Riviera Maya Film Festival (Mexico): This relatively young festival is all about the destination, with screenings taking place in dreamy beach resorts like Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Cancún. The promise of a Caribbean cinema experience draws visitors and Hollywood stars alike. rmff.mx
Ecocinema (South America): You've heard of a mobile library, but a mobile cinema? The solar-powered Ecocinema bus brings international films to remote locations across South America. ecocinema.net
Vivo Open-Air (Brazil): The self-proclaimed "largest outdoor film festival in the world" travels between Brazilian cities, this year returning to Brasília with cinema classics and the most recent Oscar winners. openairbrasil.com.br
The Galileo (South Africa): A series of open-air cinemas across South Africa, with locations including vineyards, a quarry and arguably the most spectacular venue, the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. thegalileo.co.za
Hong Kong Open-Air Cinema Club: These monthly screenings are a great chance to catch up on some Hollywood classics, as well as an excellent opportunity to rub shoulders with Hong Kong creatives. The screenings take place at coworking space the Hive, so you can network while you watch.
Mirage City Cinema (Sharjah, UAE): A true mirage in a desert city, this unique cinema screens art films, curated by the adjacent Sharjah Art Foundation. The cinema itself is also a work of art, commissioned as part of the Sharjah Biennial 11 Film Programme. sharjahart.org, buro-os.com
Cine Splash (Dubai): Elsewhere in the UAE, Dubai Polo Club offers the ultimate in family-friendly summer entertainment. A poolside screen shows films that keep the kids entertained while they splash about in the water. poloclubdubai.com, facebook.com
Come for the bands, stay for the views – at these scenic music festivals, headlining acts play second fiddle to the spectacular venues hosting them
A director, cast and crew slave over their new passion project for months and then, what happens, a jaded critic dismisses it in just a few words...
Open-air viewing can add an element of magic to any movie experience. Would you like to create an open-air home cinema one day in your own garden or backyard?
We chat with Stella Duffy, co-director of 1000 Tiny Fun Palaces, about how the innovative event series can bring communities together while we all remain physically apart
"Boo!" doesn't have to turn into "boohoo" – Answer a few questions, and we'll reveal the best way for you to celebrate a safe, socially distanced Halloween this year
Whether it's homebrewing, brushing up your craft beer knowledge, or Oktoberfesting in your abode – these virtual beer events provide frothy fun this autumn
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From live-streamed concerts to virtual book festivals and inspirational talks, these are the best online events this month – all beaming direct to your devices
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The UN chief on Saturday said he was taking note of the announcement that Sudan has agreed to normalize relations with Israel, expressing hope that further cooperation will advance international peace and prosperity.
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The UN's 75th anniversary this Saturday, which falls as countries continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, is an opportunity to accelerate action to achieve a global ceasefire during the crisis, Secretary-General António Guterres has said.
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Facing another critical juncture in the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief told reporters on Friday that a "very tough" few months lie ahead with too many nations seeing an exponential increase in cases.
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Global trade in services in the second quarter of 2020 plunged by a record 30% year-on-year, with the travel sector particularly hard hit by COVID-19 and associated restrictions. Declines in services trade were recorded across all regions and most services sectors except for computer services, which was buoyed by a shift towards remote working and a rising demand for digitalization.
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25 Pets On A Mission To Make You Smile –
Animals might not speak, but their eyes, faces, and gestures do the talking. Be it them wagging their tails in joy, or giving those sad kitten eyes, animals are the masters of expressions. They are intelligent beings, who quickly adapt to their surroundings. Most of their actions indicate how much they love us, but some of the time, they can be hilarious too.


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Both McDaniels (Patriots) and Roman (Ravens) are offensive coordinators who have Ohio roots.
BEREA, Ohio — The Cleveland Browns have asked permission to speak with New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and Baltimore offensive coordinator Greg Roman about their head coaching vacancy, a person familiar with the requests told The Associated Press on Monday.
Cleveland fired Freddie Kitchens on Sunday night following a loss in Cincinnati that concluded a disappointing 6-10 season. The Browns almost immediately reached out to inquire about McDaniels and Roman, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the teams are not confirming the Browns' interest.
Per league rules, the Browns can not interview McDaniels until after New England's wild-card game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday. They can speak this week to Roman because the Ravens have a bye.
"I'm 100 percent fully invested in getting ready for Tennessee and trying to put our best performance of the season out there on Saturday night," McDaniels said Monday on a conference call when asked about the Cleveland opening. "We have a lot of work to do. That's where my focus will be. That's where it's at now and it'll stay there. That's the best thing for our team. It's the best thing for me."
McDaniels and Roman both have Ohio roots. McDaniels has been linked to previous coaching searches in Cleveland. He interviewed for the Browns' job in 2014.
McDaniels would seem to fit the profile Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam are looking for in their latest attempt to find the right coach.
The 43-year-old went 11-17 in two seasons in Denver. He's won six Super Bowl title alongside Bill Belichick and he's been successful in working closely with quarterbacks.
One of Kitchens' failings this season was that quarterback Baker Mayfield regressed after a strong rookie season.
Roman, 47, also has a proven track record with quarterbacks. He's overseen the NFL's highest-scoring offense this season and has helped develop QB Lamar Jackson into a superstar and the league's likely MVP.
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In this episode of Love Sex and The Hidden Agenda, Amelía bares all and shares a secret affair. Satya and Amelía explore how so often when we judge something we find ourselves in that situation eventually. Have you ever said "I would never..."? Do you have any secrets or affairs you wish to share with us? Please comment on http://www.lovesexagenda.com.


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The Poetry of Urethane Foam: John Chamberlain's "Cradle"
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A seminal figure in the history of modern art, the American sculptor John Chamberlain is best known for his use of unconventional materials, a practice that straddled the spheres of Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art, and changed critical thinking on the nature of sculpture. From 1966 into the 1970s, Chamberlain's material of choice was almost exclusively urethane foam rubber. LAMA is pleased to present Cradle (1985), a urethane foam rubber work from this important segment of Chamberlain's oeuvre in the October 12, 2014 Modern Art & Design Auction.


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The door knob broke while the front door was locked from outside. The lock and gthe panel housing the lock had to be hammered in order to open the door. Now in order to repair the broken door and replace the front door locks, what would be the estimated cost? Thanks
Lock - typically about $100-150 installed depending on quality and if normal knob type - more for fancy plated, solid brass (as opposed to plated), oversize, high security, or handicapped type lever opening. This price assumes done along with door repair/replacement - more if requires separate trip, by maybe $50-75 or so.
Door repair/replacement - depends on the damage done. Likely repair cost if fairly minor damage that can be patched and repainted minimum probably $150-200 by a Handyman, more likely about $200-300 including repainting so it all matches or putting solid brass finish plate ovear damaged area to hide it. Replacement door panel (if available in that exact size and cost typically $250-500 range (installed) for normal run of mill in-stock store door panels without a lot of glass or fanciness, up into thousands for fancy ones. More like probably $400+ installed if a totally new pre-hung door has to be bought because door that size and desired is not available as a replacement door without frame.
Handyman might be able to handle simple repairs or replacing a door panel - entire door replacement (including frame) some can do right, some not - a Door contractor might be your better choice for that.
Note - if you want the new lock to have matching keys with any others in house make that part of contract - will limit brands of locks that can be used, and should be rekeyed before installation (at locksmith's business) so a trip charge is not necessary.
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Quite simply this book, over 1300 pages of it, is probably the definitive guide to the past Olympics. Written by David Wallechinsky and his nephew Jaime Loucky the 2012 version is fully updated to include the records from the Beijing 2008 games. The book is now in it's 9th edition, the previous three editions have sold over 50,000 copies.
David Wallechinsky is vice-president of the International Society for Olympic Historians and in this book records every Olympic final at every modern Olympic games since 1896. The 2012 Olympics are, of course, the third to be staged in London, and this book gives you access to the complete records of the previous two London games including the unusual events and characters at the 1908 games.
A summary of the contents of the book:
- Details of all the Olympic games venues including number of competitors, nations represented and events;
- Medal tables – the last (and only) time that Great Britain was top of the table? 1908.
- A short history of each of the games including the highlights;
- A discussion of some of the main issues to do with the games including politics and drugs;
- The main section of the book covers the records of the events (pages 43 to 1326) – note this covers the summer Olympic games only;
- The summer Olympic records;
- And finally, some useful abbreviations including the nations and political entities recognised by the International Olympic Committee.
The individual events are too numerous to list here, but the chapter headings are:
- Track and Field (Men);
- Track and Field (Women);
- Archery;
- Badminton;
- Basketball;
- Boxing;
- Canoeing;
- Cycling;
- Diving;
- Equestrian;
- Fencing;
- Field Hockey;
- Football;
- Gymnastics (Men);
- Gymnastics (Women);
- Team Handball;
- Judo;
- Modern Pentathlon;
- Rowing;
- Sailing;
- Shooting;
- Swimming (Men);
- Swimming (Women);
- Synchronized Swimming;
- Table Tennis;
- Taekwondo;
- Tennis;
- Triathlon;
- Volleyball;
- Water Polo;
- Weightlifting;
- Freestyle Weightlifting;
- Greco-Roman Weightlifting;
- Discontinued Sports.
There are thousands of interesting stories to read here, this is not simply a dry list of facts. For example, skip to the final chapter of discontinued sports to find out when the long arm of the law one won gold, silver and bronze medals for Great Britain in the Tug of War event – yes, 1908 again.
In summary, if you are interested in the history of the Olympics and marvelling at the athletic feats of the past, then this is the book for you.


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Rose retains clubhouse lead at Indonesian Masters
England's Justin Rose retained the clubhouse lead after a curtailed second round at yesterday's storm-hit Indonesian Masters, with Thailand's Kiradech Aphibarnrat second on the leaderboard.
Rose was on an aggregate score of 14-under through 16 holes on day two at the par-72 Royale Jakarta Golf Club, before play was abandoned due to fading light.
Kiradech fired an eight-birdie 64, including five birdies in a row, to lie second with a two-day total of 12-under 132. - AFP
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House Panel Passes Reg Tweaks, But Partisan Tensions Remain
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WASHINGTON The House Financial Services Committee approved nearly a dozen regulatory reform bills for community banks and credit unions on Thursday, though Democrats signaled they remain concerned about efforts to roll back the Dodd-Frank Act and consumer protection measures.
The 11 bills largely flew through the banking panel with bipartisan support, albeit after hours of debate on Wednesday. The legislative package includes a popular bill allowing financial institutions to send out privacy notices when the disclosures change rather than annually, a measure that would keep confidential any privileged information shared between state and federal regulators and a provision to decrease check-clearing times in some U.S. territories. All three passed with unanimous support.
The panel also passed bills that would make changes to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's structure and rules. The bills would refigure how certain points and fees are calculated under the agency's "qualified mortgage" rule; require the CFPB to hold open meetings; create a small business advisory board at the agency; and establish an appeals process for areas to be designated as "rural" under the QM rule. Additional legislation would allow privately insured credit unions to access the Federal Home Loan Bank System, exempt some mortgages from escrow account requirements, remove some manufactured housing from being considered "high cost" and direct the banking agencies to complete a study on capital requirements for mortgage services.
"Today, the Financial Services Committee has begun to move the pendulum closer to the direction of reasonable regulation by taking the first step to address much-needed regulatory relief for our Main Street financial institutions and the consumers they serve," said Rep. Randy Neugebauer, R-Texas, chairman of the panel's financial institutions and consumer credit subcommittee. "These 11 bills will help jump-start economic growth across America and help move individuals and families closer to the American Dream."
While the package of bills passed with considerable support, Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., said she remains concerned about GOP efforts to undermine banking law.
"I believe there are several very reasonable proposals before us today on which I and my fellow Democratic members would earnestly like to collaborate with Republicans," she said during Wednesday's markup.
At the same time, she added, "it's been very difficult."
"Countless times last year, our members worked with you on proposals that would provide relief for community banks, make technical fixes to Dodd-Frank and reauthorize important programs. But we have ended up seeing little real legislative progress progress that requires thoughtful negotiations, open communication and a willingness to compromise so that legislation can actually be signed into law," she said.


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Removing eyelash extensions properly can be just as important as putting them on in the first place! Because the truth is, no matter how beautiful your lash extensions were at first they are not going to look that good for long. For those not interested in reading the whole article and just want to know how to remove your eyelash extensions. Pick up a bottle of Blink Gel Remover and you will have your extensions off in no time.
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Because of COVID-19 more and more women are now having to remove their eyelash extensions at home. This quick and easy guide will show you all the steps an options you have to remove your eyelash extensions even while being quarantined. It is also important to note you don't force your false lashes off as this can cause damage to your actual lash line. This will result in sparse lashes that make your natural lashes take a long time to grow back.
So let's get to helping those last few persistent extensions ease gently off your lashes. Here's how to remove eyelash extensions without damaging your natural eyelashes!
How to Remove Eyelash Extensions
There are a number of tips and tricks to gently remove eyelash extensions. However, some can be costly and if done wrong can mess up your real eyelashes. I will walk you through all your options and let you decide which is best.
The following options are your best bet for removing eyelash extensions!
Option 1: Professional Eyelash Extension Removal
Eyelash extensions are bonded tight to your lashes using a surgical-grade adhesive that's designed to withstand water, soap, and sweat. The result is that it won't come off easily.
So the easiest option, of course, is to go back to your lash technician. Whereas you can remove eyelash extensions by yourself, it's simplest to have your lash technician do it. The process is no fuss, no muss, you just lie back and relax.
But it's also the priciest.
Most lash extension salons will only remove eyelash extensions free of charge if you're about to have another set put in. Otherwise, they'll charge you around $20 just to have them removed.
It might be worth it to you, though, if you want to absolutely avoid the risk of losing some of your natural lashes in the eyelash extension removal process.
Option 2: Eyelash Extension Gel Remover
If you got your lashes done in another city or your lash technician insists on charging exorbitant fees for lash removal. A super easy option to remove eyelash extensions at home is to simply order a bottle of eyelash extension remover. This will also help save your lash line and keep it looking healthy.
Blink Gel Remover is hands down the most effective for the job – it'll easily take professional eyelash extensions off in a matter of minutes without damaging your natural lashes.
Not to mention, there will probably be a time when you find yourself in this very situation again. And when that happens, you'll know exactly how to remove eyelash extensions at home and have the tools to do it.
Plus, the process of using a remover is super simple. Here's what you'll need:
- A paper towel or two
- One of the following: disposable mascara brushes, Q-tips, or cotton pad.
- Eyelash extension remover
That's it. And now the process. Here's how to remove eyelash extensions with a remover gel:
- To use this eyelash extension remover, do one eye at a time so you can see what you're doing
- Squeeze the paper towel in between your top and lower lashes before you squeeze your eye tightly to prevent the product from getting in your eye.
- Dab a little remover gel onto the disposable mascara brush or Q-tip and apply the gel to your lashes, trying to target where the extension glue is.
- Leave the gel on for around 3 minutes.
- Run another disposable mascara brush through your lashes or a fresh Q-tip over your lashes. The extensions should come right off.
Rinse the solution off your eyes with cold water before opening your eyes to avoid any burning or stinging.
Note: If your lash technician did a particularly sloppy glue job or used way too much glue, you might prefer to saturate a cotton pad with the remover and place it on your lashes with your eyes closed tight. Then, let it sit for a few minutes. Voila! Extensions removed!
Tips: Loosen the eyelash extension glue
If you simply have a few stragglers you want to take care of and don't want to get the eyelash extension remover, you can manually remove eyelash extensions at home without solvents or removers.
Just keep in mind that the below instructions work best for straggling or near-mature lash extensions that are already at the end of their life cycle and just need that little extra push to let go.
For newly-installed lash extensions, the above two options are the best ways to remove eyelash extensions.
Okay, let's get started removing the last few stragglers!
This step is all about coaxing and not pulling. The worst thing you can do to remove lash extensions is to try to pluck the lash out by its root. This is painful and you can end up waiting a long time for those lashes to grow back in. Do not do this!
Start by cleaning your face of makeup so you can see exactly where the lash extensions begin on your lashes. Next, you'll want to loosen the lash extensions with steam.
All this requires is that you fill a bowl with steaming hot water and place your face over it. Cover your head and the bowl with a towel so the steam can't escape and stay like that for around 15 minutes.
Another more pleasurable option is to take a hot bath or shower. The steam will naturally loosen the bonds of the eyelash extension glue so the extensions are easier to remove and you get the double perk of opening up your pores as well!
Remove eyelash extensions with coconut oil or olive oil
There's a good reason why in order to make your lash extensions last, you want to avoid applying oil products around your lashes – oils weaken the glue that bonds lash extensions to your natural lashes.
The result? You can remove eyelash extensions at home simply using oils that you have at home. Not anything will do, of course, but any oil that you have that's also good for lashes, like castor oil, coconut oil, or olive oil works great.
So how do you remove eyelash extensions with oil? Simply dip a cotton ball, cotton pad or Q-tip in the oil of your choice and start very gently swiping at your lash line (where the glue is). The oil will help loosen the glue, allowing the extensions to gradually fall off.
The only caveat is that the process can take awhile, it's definitely not going to be as quick as using a professional-grade eyelash extension remover. So expect to make several gentle swipes to get all your straggling lash extensions off.
Rinse the oil off your lash line and you're all done!
Eyelash Extension Removal Aftercare
Congrats! Your eyelash extensions are off and your natural lashes are ready to start from a clean slate. But is the slate as good as it can be?
Your lashes have been through a lot – weeks of having glue attached to them plus the trauma of pinched and pulled lashes if you got a bad lash extension job. So why not show them some TLC after removing the eyelash extensions?
The easiest way to do it is with an eyelash conditioner that contains nutrients, amino acids, peptides, and extracts to nourish and moisturize as well as strengthen and fortify lashes against thinning and breakage.
You can choose from one of the best eyelash conditioners or simply make your own DIY lash serum! Either way, it'll help repair your eyelashes so they thrive after eyelash extensions. They deserve it, after all.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published in January 2017 and has been completely revamped and updated in 2020.


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2008 Gray Filly
"Zan Dee Hickory"
Born 10:15 a.m. May 13/08
Sire: NK Hondo Hickory 005 - Gray
Barb Dee Bonanza
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Another super filly from Old Barb Dee. This filly carries the rabicano gene like her dam and has quite a striking "Coon" tail. A Grandaughter of General Bonanza and Tejons Blue Hickory, a performance earning son of Docs Hickory.
This filly's dam died suddenly on May 15th when the filly was only 2 days old. She has gone to live at VB Stables in Vegreville where she will be well taken care of.
- Barbie has a new Mom! Penny, a beautiful cremello mare, lost her foal and was brought into the barn where she took one look at orphan Barbie and instantly claimed her! Barbie wasn't too sure about her new Mom after being bottle fed for several days, but didn't take long to figure out what to do!
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Three hours old
Three hours old
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Penny and Barbie
3 weeks old
Aug 27-08. Penny is doing a really good job feeding this filly! She is growing tall and beefy
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There is another colorway celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Nike Air Max 97 and it comes in this Ultra edition of pink prime. Featuring black across its updated mesh and synthetic upper, the shoe is detailed with pink on its wavy design, pull tabs and the interior of its visible air bubble midsole. Gold accents on the swooshes and tongue, and a black outsole completes the style altogether.
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Dr. Shashi Alloju is one of the finest ophthalmologists I have even seen. He is an extremely thorough, professional & down to earth doctor I've met in the recent past. He has a state of the art practice with friendly staff centrally located in Plano. If you are looking for an eye doc in the DFW Mckinney Dr. Alloju is the one you need to consult. I sincerely thank Dr. Alloju for supporting the military by being an in-network Tricare provider.
Dr. Alloju is an outstanding doctor. His knowledge and professionalism is outstanding.
I have recently been diagnosed with keratoconus. I had been bounced around several clinics and have seen many doctors who were unable to get me to see well. Dr. Alloju was one of the first doctors that took the time to explain my eye condition and why I couldn't see well. He showed me scans of my cornea and explained in simple terms my condition and what it required. I appreciated the way he went through every option in detail. He is very knowledgeable and has great bedside manner. Highly recommended!
Dr Alloju has been treating me for a precancerous growth on my eye since January. He was recommended to me by my eye doctor here in North Idaho, and he has given me the best care. He has performed eye surgery and excellent follow up eye care. I travel 300 miles to see him at OHSU Casey Eye Clinic and I may have to travel to Texas knowing he is relocating. He has been an excellent doctor, always gentle at my follow up visits and the a very friendly personality that puts me at ease
Dr. Alloju is a bolt of energy. He is a responsible, positive force and thanks to him, I can see for the first time since 6th grade. I'm not wearing glasses. He did cataract surgery in both eyes. I have already recommended him to others
I transferred care to Dr. Alloju. I had been treating with a local opthalmologist after being diagnosed with Shingles in my left eye. My only regret is that I did not treat with Dr. Alloju initially. He was confident and was "willing to take the trip with me" as he tried several treatment options to keep the virus in check and deal with the symptoms of dry eye. His positive approach never waned and we finally settled on an effective treatment that would avoid a future corneal transplant and return my vision to very close to what I had pre- Shingles. I am most grateful for his persistence, kind demeanor, and expertise in his chosen field. Thank you, Dr. Alloju.
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A 40-year-old woman presented with postoperative fever. Echocardiography revealed a large pedunculated cauliflower right atrial mass of heterogeneous echogenicity attached to the eustachian valve measuring about 2×3 cm. She underwent surgical excision, gross and microscopical examination were consistent with eustachian valve infective endocarditis.
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Just one out of the 10 permanent residence applications considered by the Caymanian Status and Permanent Residency Board Thursday received approval, according to government officials.
Five applicants seeking the right to remain in Cayman for the rest of their lives were denied residency status and two other applicants withdrew their papers, board chairman Waide DaCosta said in a press release issued by the government Ministry of Immigration.
Two other applications were deferred pending the delivery of further information from the applicants.
These permanent residence applications were the first to be reviewed by the board, barring cases that involved court challenges, in about two-and-a-half years.
"The early number should serve to assure the public that permanent residence applications are being carefully considered and that there will be no mass grants," Premier Alden McLaughlin said. "Only those applications that meet the requirements in legislation are being approved."
Mr. McLaughlin's comments appeared to refer to remarks contained in an online petition circulating the islands since last week that asked the premier to "defer any further mass grants" of residence applications until jobs could be found for 1,200 unemployed Caymanian workers and 600 or so school leavers.
Although the petition stated it would seek a referendum question on the issue, fewer than 400 people had signed it by Friday evening.
The 10 residence applications considered by the board Thursday were "among the first" filed following the change in the islands' Immigration Law that made permanent residence more difficult to obtain.
"The board takes their role very seriously and their goal is to consider the applications as quickly as possible, while ensuring that each is properly reviewed and given the consideration it deserves," Ministry of Immigration Chief Officer Wesley Howell said.
Somewhere between 900 and 1,000 applicants have been waiting for word on their residence applications – some of which were filed as early as October 2013 – as technical legal difficulties plagued the government's approval system.
Two applicants under the current law were granted residence in May after filing lawsuits against the government over the three-year delays in hearing their cases.
It was argued by attorneys representing both of those men that many residence applicants had well more than the 110 points required for approval of their bids, even with ongoing legal questions regarding how points should be awarded for things like occupations.
Residence applicants who have been denied may appeal decisions of the Caymanian Status and Permanent Residency Board to the Immigration Appeals Tribunal and, ultimately to the Grand Court, if they feel aggrieved. However, those individuals will not be allowed to continue working in Cayman while those appeals are processed, according to the 2013 version of the Immigration Law.
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