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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post8466935812969194383..comments2022-09-14T15:48:42.707+08:00Comments on Careentan.com: The Truth About Social MediaCareen Tanhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-58368747113103212152016-08-13T16:27:41.349+08:002016-08-13T16:27:41.349+08:00I completely agree with your post! I completely agree with your post! Nicole Ch'nghttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-47708490591382593812015-03-28T18:27:01.580+08:002015-03-28T18:27:01.580+08:00yes I agree! . I like to hang out at food court ex...yes I agree! . I like to hang out at food court example like Asia Cafe Subang, Uptown, Rasta etc.It used to be happening place to lepak. What happen to them???? Even Mapley (mamak) not happening so much nowadays . They said " tak cool lah..so low class" * krik krik krik krik* What happen??? I miss Hartamas 7 years ago. Ash Awanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-66625878731602576622015-03-19T06:55:01.952+08:002015-03-19T06:55:01.952+08:00This would be an excellent answer on QuoraThis would be an excellent answer on QuoraFarid firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-15563057760901482242015-03-19T00:16:20.365+08:002015-03-19T00:16:20.365+08:00Hi there, Surely not Starbucks! I'm not sure ...Hi there,

Surely not Starbucks! I'm not sure which part of the blog post stated that I don't go to pasar malam's anymore. Think you might have misunderstood my post. Anyways, thank you for making an effort to comment :)Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-63183961288191622182015-03-19T00:13:53.779+08:002015-03-19T00:13:53.779+08:00Hi there, Thank you for the encouragement! Truly ...Hi there,

Thank you for the encouragement! Truly appreciate you making an effort to comment here, and for all the kind words spoken. Readers like you keep my blogging passion alive. Thank you for reading :)Careen Tanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-27160936715492735622015-03-19T00:02:31.052+08:002015-03-19T00:02:31.052+08:00you don't go to pasar malam's anymore? Gur...you don't go to pasar malam's anymore? Gurll.. you need to calm the fuck down. Where the hell you think you gonna get your ba'changs taufufah and pu re sugar cane? email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-6928596648508348532015-03-18T21:15:13.534+08:002015-03-18T21:15:13.534+08:00Hello Careen!! This is indeed an insightful blog p...Hello Careen!! This is indeed an insightful blog post, every instagramer should read this. I have been a reader of your blog and instagram for few years. I always enjoy reading your blog and instragram post. Love the way you spread the positive vibes to everyone around you and being truthful, which is very inspiring. Being one of the renowned social media influencers, you are still very humble and sincere to your readers and followers as well as the customers of your business (Chiqfliq), make an effort to reply to our comments on both your blog and instrgram. How many famous bloggers are still doing that? Thank you for being such an awesome social media influencers =firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-52554566901467871212015-03-18T16:07:55.522+08:002015-03-18T16:07:55.522+08:00Hi Dorothy, Thank you for taking time to make a ...Hi Dorothy,

Thank you for taking time to make a comment. This is precisely the reason why I decided to blog about it cos though I'm a social media influencer myself, I still feel that sometimes. So what more else non-bloggers/social media influencers? We're all ordinary people who try our best to churn out good quality content on social media. And that is all :)

Thanks for reading babe!Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-68155069500543283772015-03-18T16:05:01.737+08:002015-03-18T16:05:01.737+08:00Hi Fish! Yeap it's all about seeing things wit...Hi Fish! Yeap it's all about seeing things with a different perspective :) Thanks for your comment babe!Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-13415858118661527862015-03-18T12:28:10.319+08:002015-03-18T12:28:10.319+08:00I've seen quite a few public faces talk about ...I've seen quite a few public faces talk about this lately, but the part that really hit me was "The next time you see a photo on Instagram that makes you green with envy and makes you hate your life, remember..." because that's exactly how I've been feeling lately. Thank you for being so open. Although I know that their lives cant be so perfect, it was nice to hear it from the horse's mouth so to speak. :) Dorothy H. Yaphttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-82342004341190851902015-03-18T12:15:59.443+08:002015-03-18T12:15:59.443+08:00Hi Anonymous, First of all, thank you for making ...Hi Anonymous,

First of all, thank you for making the effort to comment :) I think you've totally misunderstood the purpose of my post. I'm not sure what bad experiences you had with bloggers that caused such a negative perception, but I do hope you know that not all bloggers are the same and therefore, there shouldn't be a need to generalise and stereotype.

You asked me to stop pretending and to come clean about my life. If you've been following me on my blog and social media, you'd know that I'm pretty much an open book and have nothing much to hide about in my life. So, what is it that you'd like for me to come clean about? Do enlighten me :)

Thanks.Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-13871595329715480952015-03-18T11:55:02.156+08:002015-03-18T11:55:02.156+08:00Couldn't agree more with you, Careen! :) I bel...Couldn't agree more with you, Careen! :) I believe everyone has hard times yet we try to show the best to people, and that takes loads of efforts. Someday, someone will appreciate the story behind every social media - worthy picture....

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FiSh <3FiShhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-4348879892544287102015-03-18T10:42:18.703+08:002015-03-18T10:42:18.703+08:00Thanks babe! Appreciate your encouragement :)Thanks babe! Appreciate your encouragement :)Careen Tanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-65057374722259886252015-03-18T10:41:55.875+08:002015-03-18T10:41:55.875+08:00Hi Maple! I guess recognition and popularity isn&...Hi Maple!

I guess recognition and popularity isn't 100% guaranteed when one puts in lots of hard work into posting good content on social media. There are many, many people with amazing content on social media, showcasing their outfits, photography skills, artwork, music, but only a few get lucky and noticed. There's no sure recipe for success and fame, anyone's big break could be any moment. So just keep churning out good content for your own passion and pleasure, and not expecting a big break to come because if we do, we might end up feeling disappointed and burned out time and again. So just do it for the passion and fun! It's more meaningful that way :)Careen Tanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-73875864143110970802015-03-18T10:37:06.954+08:002015-03-18T10:37:06.954+08:00You're most welcome, Janice! Thanks for readin...You're most welcome, Janice! Thanks for reading :)Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-21401201039091560182015-03-18T10:36:50.259+08:002015-03-18T10:36:50.259+08:00Yeap, I agree! It's surely not a negative thin...Yeap, I agree! It's surely not a negative thing. But it's the misconception of how life ought to be- always picture perfect and fabulous that is a dangerous thing. Which is why we ourselves as viewers of such posts gotta wire our own thinking and not be easily swayed into thinking that what we see is exactly how it is in real life :)

Thanks for your comment, Wilson!Careen Tanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-24465643494913629522015-03-18T10:34:26.220+08:002015-03-18T10:34:26.220+08:00:):)Careen Tanhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-40762196017049204132015-03-18T10:34:08.809+08:002015-03-18T10:34:08.809+08:00Thanks for your comment, Vanessa :)Thanks for your comment, Vanessa :)Careen Tanhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-20647984754361211672015-03-18T09:32:52.893+08:002015-03-18T09:32:52.893+08:00Very well said! You're incredible. Keep writin...Very well said! You're incredible. Keep writing :Dsgrmse.http://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-80068070654011455372015-03-17T23:09:14.412+08:002015-03-17T23:09:14.412+08:00This post is rather insightful and i really feel l...This post is rather insightful and i really feel like i needed someone to say this out right. Many girls do this, knowingly or unknowingly, idolizing the great fashion and pictures posted by their "idols". In reality, of course, these idols are no different from the other girls in terms of life-- just the amount put in to produce the pictures.

I believe when some girls say these comments, some of them mean, (or at least i do), if i do put in as much effort to look good in all the pictures, will i receive the same amount of recognition and popularity? M4PLEhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-23624644459377999842015-03-17T21:34:21.108+08:002015-03-17T21:34:21.108+08:00Crap.After generate enough incomes from living on ...Crap.After generate enough incomes from living on advertiser's expenses,now these bloggers wanted to talk about privacy.Nobody bothers bout your pathetic happy life.Most male readers would just love to see you being single and come after you.So please stop pretend and come clean bout your life.T hats the truth bout social email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-16123206173410946422015-03-17T20:41:19.726+08:002015-03-17T20:41:19.726+08:00I agree with you totally! Thank you for this wonde...I agree with you totally! Thank you for this wonderful post! :D

xoxo, Janice
http://janiceyeap.blogspot.comJanice Yeaphttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-21274287224453833762015-03-17T20:36:36.884+08:002015-03-17T20:36:36.884+08:00I think girls with fashion is inspiring and not a ...I think girls with fashion is inspiring and not a negative thing. =)Wilson Nghttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-18872458898374744072015-03-17T20:13:21.190+08:002015-03-17T20:13:21.190+08:00TrueTrueJoan Luvfeelinhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-489721454576640501.post-79055315578201845262015-03-17T19:20:01.984+08:002015-03-17T19:20:01.984+08:00Absolutely.Absolutely.LimVannessahttps://email@example.com


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Initial indications from customers of auto parts have been reasonably bullish. But one cannot get carried away as "things can easily go wrong," says Rane Group Chairman, Mr L Ganesh, referring to the global recession of 2008 which still haunts the auto ancillary industry.
"We will watch the first two quarters and manage our fixed cost and capex accordingly," says Mr Ganesh.
Mr Sunjay Kapur, Managing Director, Sono Koyo Steering System, says: "We are carefully watching the developments on the macro-economic front; the economy's growth will clearly define the way ahead."
Vehicle sales in the country this year have not picked up as expected. Tractors have seen a slowdown, while passenger cars and commercial vehicles have had a modest start.
The industry is still vulnerable to fluctuations in exchange rates and raw material prices, says Mr Vinnie Mehta, Executive Director, Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India. "We expect the component industry to grow a modest 8-10 per cent this year, compared to 14 per cent last year." Component makers can derive confidence from the fact that several vehicle makers have announced big investments in the country for the next 3-4 years.
"Component makers have to build capacity to meet future demand," says Mr Mehta.
Rane plans to spend INR 230 crore on capacity addition in its plants. MM Forgings will pump in INR 40 crore to push its forging plants in Tamil Nadu towards peak performance. Sona Koyo is investing INR 115 crore on capacity creation and new plants in India and overseas "to meet customer projections."
While the Tier 1 players are building capacity, Mr Kumar Kandasamy, Senior Director, Deloitte, says there could be a lag at the lower end of the chain (Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers).
"Increasing power costs and people shortage are also likely to leave a sharper impact this year."
Despite the wobbly US and European economies, part-makers are bullish on exports.

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Thursday, April 22, 2010
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What timing: On day of Obama's big inequality speech, Romney reveals massive income, low tax rates
I'm not sure the Obama campaign could have scripted this more perfectly. In a remarkable bit of good timing, President Obama is set to deliver a State of the Union speech focused on income inequality and tax unfairness on exactly the same day that Mitt Romney will reveal that he made over $40 million in the last two years — all of it taxed at a lower rate than that paid by middle class taxpayers.
— Income of $21.7 million in 2010 and $20.9 million in 2011, virtually all of it from profits, dividends or interest from investments, and none from wages.
Without lifting a finger. He has people to peel him a grape...
Romney doesn't just disagree with Obama on these fundamental issues; he personally symbolizes virtually the entire 2012 Democratic message. He is the walking embodiment of everything Dems allege is wrong with our system and the ways it's rigged in favor of the wealthy and against the middle class. Yet this is the standard bearer the GOP seems set to pick.
Heh. Between Willard and Neutie, looks like the battle is between the 1% and the Dead End Quarter.
Yo, Barry, go ahead and fix the crib up. You got yer 4 more years.


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Legendary actress Angela Bassett hopes to raise awareness of the connection between Type 2 diabetes and heart disease with her campaign For Your Sweetheart. Her mother, Betty Jane Bassett, was diabetic and passed away from heart disease in 2014. Since then, Angela Bassett has been working steadily to raise awareness. Heart disease is the most common killer of people with Type 2 diabetes.
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Alzheimer's and Dementia: What's The Difference?
When people hear about Alzheimer's disease and dementia, they may think there are no differences between the conditions. In fact, many people think they are the same. But that's not completely true.
Understand Alzheimer's disease in just three minutes with this animated video.
Even though this confusion may be understandable since both disease are very similar, there are a few differences that separate one from another. In this video shared by Sabina Brennan on her Vimeo account in 2013, the differences between Alzheimer's disease and dementia are discussed.
One of the ways to help you understand the differences is by using this example: there's shortness of breath and there's asthma. In this case, shortness of breath can happen for a variety of reasons and it's not a specific health condition, but asthma is a disease. And that's exactly the same with Alzheimer's and dementia.
What exactly is Alzheimer's disease? Here's what you need to know.
Alzheimer's News Today is strictly a news and information website about the disease. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.


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You've probably heard of Constance McMillen, a lesbian student at a Mississippi high school who wanted to bring her girlfriend as her date to her senior prom this year. The school officials, not even attempting to disguise their bigotry, refused to grant permission – and then canceled the entire prom rather than face a discrimination lawsuit which they'd be certain to lose. (In fact McMillen and her family did bring a suit, and the judge did rule that she had been discriminated against, but he held that it wasn't in his power to force the school to hold a prom.)
In a brilliant move, the American Humanist Association responded by offering to hold a private, LGBT-friendly prom for Constance's school in which everyone would be welcome, regardless of sexual orientation. This was made possible by a $20,000 grant from Todd Stiefel, an atheist philanthropist who serves on the advisory board of the Secular Coalition for America.
As I said, this was a brilliant move. Not only does it reaffirm that atheists and secular humanists support the civil rights of LGBT people, it shows the students at Constance's high school that, after their bigoted school board was prepared to deny them a prom, it was a group of nonbelievers who made it possible after all. It was clearly an excellent idea, winners all around – and everyone agreed, it seems, except the Mississippi ACLU.
To avoid further controversy, the American Civil Liberties Union of Mississippi has rejected a $20,000 gift intended to underwrite an alternate prom replacing one canceled by a local school district after a lesbian student demanded that she be allowed to attend with her girlfriend.
…"Although we support and understand organizations like yours, the majority of Mississippians tremble in terror at the word 'atheist,'" Jennifer Carr, the fund-raiser for the A.C.L.U of Mississippi, wrote in an e-mail message to Roy Speckhardt, executive director of the humanist group.
…Ms. Carr wrote to Mr. Speckhardt: "Our staff has been talking a lot about your donation offer and have found ourselves in a bit of a conflict. We have fears that your organization sponsoring the prom could stir up even more controversy."
Obligatory snark: The ACLU – not afraid to defend the free speech rights of Nazis, but too scared to take money from a bunch of atheists!
But I'm being unfair, because this isn't where the story ends. First, the ACLU didn't actually have the authority to decline the AHA's gift, because a different group, the Mississippi Safe Schools Coalition, is organizing the private prom. Second, it appears that this message didn't represent the sentiments of the ACLU as a whole, because they swiftly apologized and announced that they had no objection to the gift. This is a much better decision, and I command the ACLU and accept their apology with no hard feelings. I assume the AHA will do likewise.
Even so, this response says something about how atheists are still looked down upon. Even the ACLU – a group whose purpose is to defend the civil liberties of every American, a group that's more than willing to defend gays and lesbians even though that minority causes no small amount of trembling among Mississippi voters – even their first response was to turn down money from atheists, lest they be tainted by their association with us.
Of course, in a state as conservative-dominated as Mississippi, this may be less of a surprise than it would be elsewhere. Still, it shows how much progress we have left to make in terms of winning public acceptance. And the best way to achieve this is to make a splash, to bring light into the darkest of places – which means that Mississippi is one of the best places to start!


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Baseball Finishes At Home Tonight; Play-in Game Possible
May 11, 2018
The Centennial baseball team currently has a record of 11-14 and is ranked 34th on OSAA. In Mount Hood Conference play the Eagles are 5-11 having only beaten David Douglas and Reynolds. The team has lost their last four games, three times to Gresham and once to Barlow.
The Eagles last game was a narrow 2-1 loss to Barlow. This loss stings because a win in that game would have essentially secured them a play in game. Teams ranked 28-36 get a play in game and a chance to make it to the playoffs.
With the Eagles being currently ranked 34th they are right on the edge. A win tonight against Barlow will secure them a play in game while a loss will leave their fate up to chance. Luckily for the Eagles the last game is at home so they'll have the support of the home crowd cheering them on.
The Eagles last game will be tonight at home at 5pm against Barlow. Coach Eric Fogle he stated, "We'd like to finish off our season by walking out on the baseball field, and in these final moments, leave nothing on the table. I expect our team to battle tooth and nail for this final play-in spot."
Expect the Eagles to come out firing tonight and do all they can to secure a pivotal win. With the need to win this game expect the Eagles to feed off the home crowds energy and play their hearts out tonight.


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Bradford City 1
Thompson (OG) 10
Swindon Town 2
Obika 23+43
Saturday 13 September, 2014
By Jason McKeown
That bright future is in danger of looking like a false dawn. Three consecutive home league defeats have all but extinguished Valley Parade's buoyant early season mood, paving the way for darker thoughts of a difficult winter ahead. Expectations are lowering fast.
This was a big improvement on Yeovil – frankly, it couldn't have been any worse – yet there were too many similarities to dismiss the Glovers' defeat as a one-off. Once more, dreadful defending on set pieces was Bradford City's undoing, as Swindon profited from hesitancy and uncertainty to overturn an early home lead. The game was won – and lost – by the 20-minute spell that preceded the half time break.
City didn't react well to the set back of conceding Jon Obika's equaliser, and looked on the ropes when Swindon's debut signing was farcically left unmarked to slam home a second. Had the first half continued another few minutes, the rattled Bantams would probably have endured further collateral damage. It was grim watching.
The inquest into the two goals conceded will be long and brutal. In both occurrences, good initial Bantams' defending was not followed up after the ball had been cleared for a corner. Billy Knott must have felt extra frustrated to see his last-ditch block, when City were leading, count for nothing when seconds later Obika – who signed from Tottenham on deadline day – was left unmarked to bundle home the resultant set-piece. Obika's header took a deflection that deceived Jordan Pickford. There were post-match criticisms aired at the on-loan keeper, although it is difficult to ascertain what, exactly, he was supposed to have done wrong.
Pickford was certainly blameless when three of his team-mates fell over in the area, allowing Obika to profit and score what proved to be the winner. It was another corner badly dealt with; this time following the successful defending of a Swindon free kick, after Mark Yeates was harshly penalised for a 50-50 challenge in front of the Midland Road stand.
Both goals – and the three gifted to Yeovil last time out – were a brutal reminder of one of last season's toughest lessons: that at this level, City simply cannot get by without Andrew Davies. Like Pickford, Rory McArdle unfairly emerged as a post-match scapegoat when he was in reality the pick of the back four. The Northern Ireland international had a mixed afternoon for sure, but this still bettered troublingly poor displays from Stephen Darby, Alan Sheehan and an especially out-of-sorts James Meredith.
It had initially looked so promising for City. They began the match in the confident, vibrant manner that had characterised their August endeavours. By the 10th minute they were a goal to the good and had already missed an earlier penalty. Sheehan's spot kick was weak and easily read by the hugely impressive Wes Foderingham – although there was a question over whether the Swindon keeper should have remained on the pitch to save it.
Foderingham was the last man when he hauled down Billy Clarke, who had latched onto a blindside backpass, inside the area, just two minutes in. Referee Richard Clark pointed to the spot but kept his cards in his pocket; with Foderingham probably spared from dismissal by the angle that Clarke was running at when tripped, and the fact it was so early in the game.
It was all academic after Jason Kennedy was on hand to pressurise Louis Thompson into bundling Yeates' superb low cross into his own net. City were passing the ball around well and continued to push forward in pursuit of a second goal, and the spirit looked good when Swindon threatened at the other end. Witness an excellent save from Pickford that saw team-mates rush over to congratulate the youngster.
Swindon's equaliser punctured the mood and broke the home side's spirit far too easily. The confidence evaporated, the self-belief drained. The visitors – who looked so sloppy early doors – improved greatly and took their opportunities clinically. At half time, boos rang out from three sides of Valley Parade and – for the second Saturday in a row – a 2-1 deficit looked a considerable challenge to overcome.
City made a better fist of it this time, gradually clawing their way back into the game during the opening minutes of the second half, and then beginning to dominate. Phil Parkinson's decision to replace Meredith with the wide threat of Filipe Morais was decisive on the pattern of the game. Gary Liddle moved to centre back and Sheehan back to his natural left back slot. Finally, the home side brought some width to their attacks. The pressure on Swindon grew.
At which point, the Robins retreated from a progressive, counter-attacking side that were pleasing on the eye, into one that readily embraced the dark arts of football. They time-wasted at every available opportunity; their players going down at the slightest contact, causing the match to be stopped for long periods. Special mentions go to Thompson and Brazilian Raffa Branco, who are both quite simply an embarrassment to their profession.
Referee Clark had an erratic game, which played right into the hands of Swindon. He showed no inclination to address their time-wasting, and was inconsistent in what he deemed to be free kicks. Swindon deserved to win this match, and at times looked like a top six-side, but their antics in the final 20 minutes left a very sour taste. At full time, Mark Cooper should certainly have shown more humility in the way he celebrated, given the way he had instructed his team to get over the line.
When Swindon players weren't lying on the ground, City forced several corners and two brilliant saves from Foderingham. First, Sheehan's free kick required Foderingham to tip the ball past the post. Then deep into six minutes of stoppage time, Darby was left unmarked in the box and his header was magnificently tipped over, when it seemed destined to loop into the top corner.
It was all in vain, however, and a minute later Sheehan lost his head in the face of more Swindon time-wasting, raising his arms at Branco and earning a red card. That said, the way that Branco fell to the floor after Sheehan's fairly minimal contact was disgraceful.
Where this defeat leaves City is now the big question. They played well during periods of the match, but let themselves down badly during that 20-minute spell. Nevertheless, there are positives to take and the extreme mood of doom and gloom should be avoided. City are nowhere near as bad as these back-to-back home losses might suggest.
The clichéd talk will be of a need for a Plan B (Morais probably was Plan B, but as it didn't overturn the result it may be overlooked). Everyone knows that the addition of a couple of wide players would be welcomed, but the likelihood of bringing in sufficient quality may have disappeared when Tom Cleverley's proposed transfer from Manchester United to Aston Villa merely became a loan move. The finances largely dictate that Parkinson must largely go with what he has. That is the reality that people need to accept.
And for Parkinson, that means getting the diamond sparkling again. Since his stunning performance against Leeds, Knott has been assigned the deeper role within the midfield to limited success. He was City's best player today and certainly fares well in taking the ball from the two centre backs – who then split apart to take full back spots, whilst the full backs themselves temporarily move forwards and become wingers.
Knott is the heart of the team and terrific at setting up attacks. However, he is less suited to winning back the ball when the opposition are coming forwards, and the shunting of Liddle to a wide diamond position has completely neutered the former Notts County man's influence.
Equally, Billy Clarke is not as effective playing up front compared to his favoured position behind the front two. He partnered James Hanson to limited effect, and always looks more comfortable taking up deeper positions and trying to make things happen. Yeates also didn't suit the tip of the diamond, as he clearly prefers to drift out wide. It was a typically mixed display from Yeates, although for now he deserves to remain in Parkinson's thinking.
Playing Liddle, Yeates and Clarke (and arguably Knott) in positions they are less suited to appeared to have a negative impact on the team's balance – but Parkinson wouldn't have been forced into doing so if his highly paid striker was in any kind of form. The manager has issued a public kick-up-the-backside to Aaron Mclean – who came on as sub and toiled hard – and so much depends on him rediscovering his goal touch. James Hanson, who was superb all afternoon, needs a strike partner and Clarke does not look the answer.
The England coach, Gary Neville, stated in his national newspaper column that the diamond is "one of the most complex formations to get right". At Valley Parade we are not yet approaching the crossroads for sticking with or ditching the diamond, but it clearly needs to be tweaked quickly to become more effective.
And perhaps – on a difficult and disappointing day – sticking by this approach was the biggest plus to take home. Unlike against Yeovil, where the players resorted to a default setting of launching the ball long to Hanson, the players kept to the passing principles of the diamond in their pursuit of an equaliser. Forget Plan B for the moment, because there is no point in the Plan A if we cannot trust in it during times of adversity and when chasing a game.
This is the route the club has gone down, of playing a more passing and attractive style of football – and it was a route that was demanded by supporters. It cannot be undone now, and it shouldn't be undone now. The answers to the problems lie within the building, and it is down to Parkinson to find the right combinations to turn around what worryingly looks like the beginnings of a slump.
Turn it around he must do quickly. The season cannot hinge on waiting for Davies to come back. History shows that he will break down again and again. There is enough quality within the camp to achieve better results than this, and this second half fightback against suggests we are not that far away.
City: Pickford, Darby, McArdle, Sheehan, Meredith (Morais 65), Knott, Liddle, Kennedy (Bennett 83), Yeates (Mclean 75), Hanson, Clarke
Not used: Williams, Routis, Wright, McBurnie
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The BeMore Athletic League (BAL) provides quality, safe and positive interscholastic competition for hundreds of middle-grade students in Baltimore City each year. The league provides school leaders (executive directors, principals, athletic directors) the opportunity to provide interscholastic sports at their school at minimal cost and time to their teachers and coaches. Currently, BeMore Athletic League connects 18 schools through soccer, flag football, basketball, track & field, and lacrosse.
Background: Currently, 38% of Baltimore City Middle Schools do not offer consistent after school sports and close to 50% do not offer more than one after school sport option.
After school sports offer many positives for the students in Baltimore City:
The Baltimore Urban Lacrosse League (BULL) was created as a program of the BeMore Athletic League and currently serves five Baltimore City middle schools and nearly 200 male and female athletes. Games and practices take place at Living Classrooms' athletic fields, including Utz Turf Field at our Park House Community Center, the indoor turf field at UA House at Fayette, and outdoor POWER House Field.
Contact: Luke Weierbach
Baltimore City middle school students provided access to after-school sports through this interscholastic league.
Number of partnering middle schools to-date.
students participated in outdoor sports clinics held at Park House's Utz Field in 2020 when the league was suspended due to the pandemic.
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I predict this will be a thing very soon, slash already is....
For example, I've already seen a full page spread on a "flair" covered leather jacket and this Anya Hindmarch sticker bag has been popping up all over NYFW.
Pins are very personal, and the best ones reflect you. If you hated unicorns, you would never put a unicorn in your sticker book. This is like a more expensive, wearable adult sticker book.
Some great places to find pins + patches include:
Shopbop (for Anya Hindmarch)
Etsy I'm obsessed with the eye patches from CouCou Suzette, the tiny teeth from Hooptedoodle, and the delicately detailed nature pins from We Are Out of Office
Rosehound Apparel (who's limited and coveted designs frequently sell out, like these little darlings above that I scored last week)
Amazon (if you know exactly what you want, like a peace fingers emoji)
Valley Cruise Press (home of the BFF Dancing Girls Emoji pin)
Here they are on one of my vintage etsy purses (YES, pins leave holes, so don't stick them in anything too valuable, mmkay?) I feel like they took a very simple outfit and made it into something surprising and fun, that represented me. And isn't that what "Fashion" is all about?


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Wednesday News: Weird Tales weird shifts on Revealing Eden; Newsweek doesn't fact check!!; and Nook sales flat
Niall Ferguson's Obama story, fact-checked – Politics aside, I found this kind of fascinating. Newsweek, a magazine with a circulation of over 1.5 million, does not have a fact checking department "Krugman is correct — the magazine, like many others, does not have a fact-checking department. "We, like other news organisations today, rely on our writers to submit factually accurate material," Newsweek spokesman Andrew Kirk told POLITICO." Over at the Atlantic, Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that major news organizations do fact check, some quite rigorously. Politico
This is how you destroy something beautiful. | Epiphany 2.0 – N.K Jemisin is giving away the short story "The Trojan Girl". It had originally been published in an issue of Weird Tales, a famed science fiction magazine recently purchased by Marvin Kaye. The magazine has had troubles since Kaye purchased it, including his termination of staff who were behind the Hugo Award winning issues. The last straw for Jemisin was Kaye's public support of the racist story "Revealing Eden" where white girls called Pearls have to fight the oppression of the black folks in power called Coals. Not only did Kaye come out in support of the story and suggests that those who are critical of it are lacking in appreciation for irony but also will be publishing the first chapter in a forthcoming issue of Weird Tales. Over the weekend, I saw someone tweet the saying that you had to learn which bridges to cross and which to burn. Updated: So this became an internet "thing" after i09 and others picked it up. Later on Monday, a message was posted on Weird Tales saying that it wasn't going to be printing the first chapter but the walk back was made even stranger by comments of the co owner, John Harlacher. N.K. Jemisin
Ellora's Cave CEO Talks 'Fifty Shades Of Grey' And The Rise Of Erotic Romance – Patty Marks gave an interview with International Business Times on the state of Ellora's Cave. It sells approximately 200,000 books a month; says that 50 Shades has boosted its business; and refers to Anne Rice's Sleeping Beauty series as more similar to the EC books than 50 Shades. International Business Times
Do E-Readers Cause Eye Strain? – This is an older article that was quoted yesterday on Lifehacker. Nick Bilton of the NYTimes looks into whether LCD screens are really bad for our eyes. Currently the LCD screen refresh rate is faster than the human eye can process and thus eye fatigue doesn't come from the screen flicker but a host of other things. "Doctors and researchers note that in most instances, paper can offer more visual sophistication than a screen. But certain types of paper, including inexpensive newsprint and the paper in softcover books, can actually provide an inferior reading experience for our eyes than the electronic alternatives." NYTimes.com
Barnes & Noble Q1 revenues up slightly, but Nook device sales fall – B&N's first quarter results are out and Nook sales are flat which may have contributed, in part, to the lowering of device prices. Brick and mortar stores saw an increase because of 50 Shades. Nate from the Digital Reader points out that there is a discrepancy in the numbers B&N is reporting having earned last year (an $86 million difference). B&N is spending large amounts of money on nook R&D and for it to be failing like this has to be troubling. Laura Hazard Owen has a great piece about B&N's nook troubles from overanticipating the Nook Simple Touch sales and underanticipating demand for the Glow Nook. Paid Content
- ChibiNeko
I have to admit that I'm disappointed that Weird Tales made the decision to pull the book based upon what they'd read on the internet rather than on a personal decision made after reading at least part of the book and looking at Foyt's promotions and comments about the book. They didn't read even one page of the book at all. It'd be all fine and well if they were just a reviewer, but they're a magazine. They should have used better judgement to begin with, but at the very least they should read part of the book before pulling any plans to publish the excerpt.
I've been thinking about it and it kind of makes it an empty "victory" against the book because ultimately it feels like they did it more because they were afraid of bad press and backlash rather than any true personal feelings about the book. I'd much rather that they have published part of Save the Pearls and let the readers make up their own minds or for the magazine to have refused to publish the chapter because they personally thought that the book was objectionable. This? This is just them trying to avoid a bigger confrontation and I actually have less respect for them because they folded under pressure. I don't agree with the initial decision to publish a chapter from the book and I absolutely disagree with Kaye's comments in defense of the book, but I think that if they were going to do this then they should have put their money where their mouth is, so to speak.
- ChibiNeko
@ChibiNeko: Not to mention that you have to raise an eyebrow at the fact that they were warned by another author months ago that publishing this chapter would be a very poorly received move, yet they did it anyway. Weird Tales asserts that Kaye hadn't seen any of the publicity for the book, which is even more incredulous because it's kind of their job to research the books they're talking about or promoting.
- KT Grant
I finally read the first 2 books in Rice's Sleeping Beauty series. I want to rock in a corner clutching my hoo haa and now I look at my cat and I cringe. I think I've been scarred. Can you believe it has almost been 30 years since the trilogy was published?
- ChibiNeko
@KT Grant: Has it really been that long? Wow… I remember having the same reaction when I read the Sleeping Beauty books. It's not that BDSM frightened me as much as I kept thinking "but if they do it that much then it'd hurt A LOT" and "doesn't anyone have plain sex in this world or does everyone get so used to this that it's all freaky deeky BDSM sex 24/7? How boring."
- KT Grant
And on the covers it says, if you love Fifty Shades, you'll love these books. After reading the first 2, I cringed. These books are not for me at all, although I would love to talk to those readers who read the trilogy and enjoyed them to see why.
Most of the action was paddling, diddling and most of the men getting their jollies off while the women underwent a great deal of sexual torture with no satisfaction.
Ever see the movie Caligula? Sleeping Beauty trilogy is that movie in book form.
- Helen
Re the article on e-readers and eye strain-Does this go for the screens with no back light like Nook simple touch (as opposed to the tablet like readers)? I never seem to experience eye strain with my Nook but man stick me in front of a computer for a few hours and OUCH!
- Christine M.
@KT Grant: I remember it hit all the right buttons when I was in my late teens (I was lending/buying erotica novels and shot stories by the dozens at the time, too) . Haven't picked it up in over 10 years though, so I wonder how it'd hold up.
- Meoskop
Newsweek – at that, kids, is why I canceled my subscription shortly before they ran the famous "Is Obama the Antichrist?" article.
Weird Tales – I support the co-owners statement and hope he can buy the editor out so the magazine has a chance.
Beauty Trilogy – this was huge when it came out. Women reading it in airports. I should probably do a post on why BT was big enough to put Rosie O'Donnell in leather for the
Exit To Eden adaptation. It's not really about Beauty, this was a time of no easy access to M/M books for hetros, Beauty is the conduit to Mr Benson style reading for the straight crowd and it blew their minds. It was the big buzz, this BSDM stuff! The M/M stuff! I think the prevelance of erotica owes something to those books and their mainstream crossover.
- Hannah E.
@Helen: I agree. I have never noticed any problem reading my Kindle, in part because I can always increase the text size if I need to. Paperbacks are much harder on my eyes, and of course, reading on the computer is the worst.
- Ellen
In re fact checkers or lack thereof, could this also be a factor in rising plagiarism making it into such magazines so much more often lately (yes, anecdotal, I know)? But it seems a fact checker would be another set of eyes or even another intellect to pick up on something that seems oddly familiar that they might have seen in other earlier publications.
Seems as if the publishing industry as a whole is making cuts that are detrimental across the board.
- Courtney Milan
I think you're giving Harlacher way too much credit. Last night, his responses to some of the comments were…completely, totally odd. I don't know how else to describe it. Sarcastic, and making inappropriate "jokes" about the whole thing–claiming the website was hacked and they didn't write the original post, and then saying, "No, that's not true." This morning, those comments appear to be scrubbed. Jeff VanderMeer's description of the conversation that he and his wife had with Harlacher and Kaye about the book (here: http://www.jeffvandermeer.com/2012/08/20/weird-tales-ann-vandermeer-and-utter-stupidity/) makes me think that Harlacher is as much a part of the problem as Kaye.
- hapax
With regards to Rice's Beauty Trilogy, I never found the appeal to be the characters or the sex — as a friend of mine put it, "These books are just about as erotic as taking Barbie and Ken's clothes off and bashing them together."
But whatever Rice's other faults as a writer, she is capable of a lyrical, baroque, surrealistic prose style that can entrap the unwary reader into a gilded world of fever-dreams; and the Roquelare books, despite (or perhaps because of) their paper-thin characters and bizarre scenarios, are perhaps the best examples of this.
- Estara
E-readers and eye strain, my personal experience:
I've been diagnosed with a genetic problem in my cornea since 2009 which really shut down my internet and reading habit for the first year. It's gotten better since and since my main hobby is reading (audiobooks saved my brain at the time), I cast about for opportunities to read which wouldn't increase my eye problems.
Even now (using blue-filter monitor glasses increases my reading time in front of the LCD monitor without adverse effects) I can't read the PC monitor screen as long as I used to without starting to suffer dry and red eye effect.
But e-INK readers were just as strain-free to read as paper books AND the fact that I could increase the font size led to me being able to read them with no ill effect MUCH earlier than my paper books (I read romance and sf&f and those small-font epic fantasies really strain the eyes!).
Which is the main reason I'm praying for the survival of the pure e-reader with eINK – although another one of course is the huge number of books I have to chose from whether at home or while travelling.
TL, DR version: I believe that LCD screens with backlit monitors do indeed put more of a strain on the eye than reading a paper book does.
- Anne V
I have early cataracts and monovision from a bad surgery. I have a lot of trouble with glare and night driving is dreadful and scary.
eink readers have made an enormous difference in my reading life – I used to read paperbacks with a contact in one eye and reading glasses, and still the wee fonts were tiring. long documents on my computer were misery. Now, because I can resize the font and there is no glare and the screen is a consistent color, I can (and alas, I do) read for hours and hours and hours.
based on the sample size of me, backlit LCD does indeed contribute to eyestrain.
- Meoskop
@CourtneyMilan – yes. Way too kind. Hadn't seen the comments or history, just the initial revocation. That link has some telling info that negates what appealed to me about his Fauxpology. I no longer find it sincere.
- Susan
Everyone I know who has an e-ink e-reader says they can read at greater speed and for longer periods of time than when they read paper books. And, yeah, the Kindle DX w/ the BIG font means my ancient mother can read at all. Yay.
But computer screens and backlit LCD readers? No way. I have both an iPad an a Fire and can do only a limited amount of reading on them before I feel as if my eyes are going to bleed. I use the tablets for "other things" and stick to a dedicated e-reader for just that purpose.


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Media Players have been quite popular on Android since they allow us to enjoy videos and music. VLC is a great media player on the Android system and we'll discuss the VLC Media Player APK Download method today.
VLC Media Player has a lot of features and it was originally available for the Windows Platform. But looking at its soaring popularity, the developers made the Android version as well.
VLC Media Player APK Download
VLC is available on the Play Store and that too for free. All you need is a good internet connection and a Google Account which you already might have if you use Android. Here are the steps.
- Open Google Play on your Android smartphone or tablet.
- Tap on the search bar and type VLC Media Player in the blank field.
- Hit Enter and the Play Store will show you the results.
- Tap on the App's icon and go to its download page. (direct link)
- Once you're there, you have to tap on the Install button.
- It will start the download process and then it will install VLC Media Player APK on your device.
The installation will be over soon and you will be able to use the app to play media. There is also an alternate method for the installation but you should use it only when this one doesn't work.
- The APK Download method is fairly easy.
- Download the VLC Media Player APK file from here.
- Once you have the APK, tap on it.
This will start the installation. Allow all the permissions and then tap the Install button. This completes the two VLC Installation methods for you to choose from.
As you can see we have explained in two different ways how you can install VLC Media Player APK on Android. Use the second method when the first one doesn't work. Now, if you need more info on the app, then you can check out our other VLC posts on APKPie.


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Now is the time to think about your changing needs and their effect on where you will live. You may want to stay in your home, move to a new residence, or even move in with friends or relatives. These are all viable options.
It may be less stressful to move into a new independent living situation before it is urgent. Some options include a single-level house, condominium, apartment, or retirement community.


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Answered by Jay Nelson, Editor & Publisher, Design Tools Monthly
What would be your recommendation for the most effective, efficient software to use for setting up multiple versions of the same basic ad - i.e same base ad, alternate sig areas, different finished sizes to accommodate multiple newspapers? Speed and accuracy are paramount. Many use Quark because so many studios are used to it, but I hear very good things about InDesign. Any thoughts or opinions?
While both QuarkXPress and InDesign will do the job, neither provide the tools to easily re-shape an ad for different sizes. You would have to create new documents of the appropriate sizes, then copy and paste all the elements into new positions for those new sizes. And if the new sizes are dramatically different from the original ad size, you'd have to resize the individual elements to visually work in the new sizes.
To automate this process, I would recommend ProScale, from Gluon. It's available as an XTension for QuarkXPress and as a plug-in for InDesign. ProScale can quickly fit an entire ad to a new size or resize an entire multipage *document* with complete control over what gets scaled, and how. For example, you can scale all the pages of a document, including the text, but maintain rule and/or frame sizes. You can scale pages non-proportionally, while maintaining the proportions of page items. A "Fit To" popup menu lets you choose common sizes such as A4, A5, business card, 1/3 page, 1/2 page, letter size, tabloid size, etc. Or, you can just click and drag selected items to a new size. You can save your settings to reuse in the future, and undo a scaling operation with Command-Z. You can also step-and-repeat your scaling -- perfect for logo sheets. And it's amazingly fast. It costs $139 and is available at http://www.gluon.com/.
I've used it with surprising success in reformatting many layouts, including a tall, multipage document into a wide, smaller shape. With just a little object tweaking, the project was finished.
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LAS VEGAS, NV – The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents unanimously selected Dr. Federico Zaragoza as the 9th president of the College of Southern Nevada effective August 15.
"Dr. Zaragoza is coming to the College of Southern Nevada at an exciting time. He brings a wealth of experience and diverse background that will connect well with the students and faculty of Nevada's largest institution of higher learning," said NSHE Chancellor Thom Reilly. "I was so impressed with past experience in improving student graduation rates and I am confident that he will have the same success at CSN."
Regent Allison Stephens, Chair of the CSN Presidential Search Committee, noted how Zaragoza's diverse background in education will fit nicely at Nevada's largest institution of higher education.
"Dr. Zaragoza is a dreamer like so many students at CSN. He also understands what is needed to grow student success," Stephens said. "Having worked in a diverse campus similar to CSN, I believe he has the experience, determination and spirit needed to guide the students and faculty of CSN into the future."
Stephens added, "We had three wonderful candidates to choose from to be CSN's newest president. I want to thank everyone who participated in the process."
Zaragoza said he was honored by the appointment.
"CSN is positioned to really be an institution of greatness and prestige," Zaragoza said. "I feel privileged and honored to be given this opportunity. I want this community college to be the best in the country."
Zaragoza has been the Vice Chancellor for Economic and Workforce Development at the Alamo Colleges since 2004. He works collaboratively with the five Alamo colleges to align associate degree workforce education programs to target occupations and industry demand.
Zaragoza is a distinguished lecturer in workforce, technical and industrial education, and has lectured throughout the United States and in Germany, India, Spain, Brazil, Columbia, Peru, Canada, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico.
Prior to his appointment as Vice Chancellor, Dr. Zaragoza served as Vice President of Administration for St. Philip's College-Southwest Campus. He earned a bachelor's degree in sociology, a master's degree in vocational education, an educational specialist degree in industrial and technical education from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, and a Ph.D. in urban education and administrative leadership from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.
He and his wife Laura are the proud parents of two children and two grandchildren.
About CSN
Founded in 1971, the College of Southern Nevada is the state's largest and most ethnically diverse higher education institution with about 34,000 students. CSN specializes in two-year degrees and workforce development that lead directly to high demand careers or transfer to a university. It also offers five bachelor's degrees in specialized fields and is the state's largest provider of adult basic education and literacy training. CSN is a Minority Serving institution and Nevada's first Hispanic Serving Institution.
About NSHE
The Nevada System of Higher Education, comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute, serves the educational and job training needs of Nevada. NSHE provides educational opportunities to more than 107,600 students and is governed by the Nevada Board of Regents.


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The 2018 Washington State Community Outdoor Athletic Facilities Plan provides a strategic direction to meet the needs of Washington State residents in the next 5 years. It is meant to guide decisions and determine how to invest limited funding on the most important athletic facility needs.
Athletics are any form of exercise, sports, or games engaged in by a person who is trained or skilled and requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina. An outdoor athletic facility is something built, installed, or established to serve athletics for competition or casual play.
The goal of the 2018 Washington State Community Outdoor Athletic Facilities Plan is to ensure adequate supply of athletic facilities for competition and casual play. A key priority to meeting this goal is to identify gaps in the number and types of athletic facilities across the state. It includes a Mapped Inventory of existing athletic facilities which is a resource to identify where to new facilities may be needed based on demand. As a supplement to 2018-2022 Recreation and Conservation Plan, the State Community Athletic Facilities Plan also informs state and local planning efforts.
Authority statement
This plan is authorized by the Community Outdoor Athletic Fields Act, Revised Code of Washington 79A.25.820. This plan is an appendix to and relies on the research and findings within the 2018-2022 Recreation and Conservation Plan. The Recreation and Conservation Funding Board adopted the plan on October 11, 2017.
Provide for Multi-age Facilities
Adults and children play sports at a high rate. Outdoor sports ranks Number 7 for adults and Number 10 for children under 18 when compared to other recreation categories. Overall, almost 2.5 million people play sports in Washington State. Athletic facilities that serve adults and children, rather than facilities designed only for children, will better meet the needs of a variety of age classes.
About 57 percent of children under 18 are involved in an outdoor sport.[1] The level of participation is slightly higher than the most recent national study of children's outdoor activities, which found almost 50 percent of children participate in team sports and 40 percent in individual sports such as golf and tennis.<[2]
Forty-eight percent of adults also play sports. Interestingly, adults who have children are more likely to play sports themselves. Forty percent of adults without children participate in outdoor sports compared to 63 percent of adults with children. The most popular adult sports are golf, basketball, and ping pong.[3]
Percent of Adult Participation of Outdoor Sports
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|Disc golf
|Multi-sport race
|Foot golf
|Ultimate Frisbee
Support a Variety of Athletic Facilities
As indicated in the previous recommendation, children and adults participate in a variety of outdoor sports. Athletic facilities built to accommodate multiple types of sports will meet the changing interests of the population and maximize the use of facilities. For example, design basketball courts for full court and half-court tournaments as well as informal play. Build athletic fields to accommodate multiple sports such as football, soccer, and lacrosse. In addition, new or renovated athletic facilities should accommodate people with disabilities by providing accessible routes of travel up to the area of play and for spectators.
The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe near Port Angeles recently renovated its park to accommodate a variety of outdoor sports
Maintain and Improve Mapped Inventory of Athletic Facilities
The Recreation and Conservation Office will maintain and improve a mapped inventory of athletic facilities as part of the Mapped Inventory in the 2018-2022 Recreation and Conservation Plan. Users can locate athletic facilities and identify gaps in the recreation and conservation system. During the next 5 years, the office will work to expand athletic fields included in the statewide inventory. Maintaining a mapped inventory will aid with regional planning and identification of locations where there are gaps.
Assess Facilities Usage
Recreation providers cite the need for more facilities to meet demand. However, it is unclear what types of facilities are most needed based on the current inventory and users. A study to assess how facilities are used and whom they are serving will help answer these questions. For example, do sports leagues, schools or the public primarily use existing facilities? Are sports leagues public or privately run? Are facilities available for children, adults, or both? When are fields available for the public to use for casual play?
The purpose of the assessment would be to identify the availability of athletic facilities for the types of activities that people are interested in doing. An example of a facility usage study was recently conducted by the Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools. The report, called Joint Agency Athletic Field Study, is a good example of regional collaboration to assess the demand for athletic facilities. See Metro Parks Tacoma's Web site to access the study.
Support Regional Planning and Coordination
Sports contributed $5.9 billion (14 percent) of the outdoor recreation economy at in 2012.[4] Since 1966, the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board has invested more than $25 million in outdoor athletic fields, sports facilities, and courts. The significant level of investment and the potential return on that investment speaks to the need to coordinate at a regional scale on where to locate them and how to develop and manage them cooperatively.
Public and private facility managers, schools, and advocates need to assess demand for athletic fields on a regional basis to maximize investments and avoid competition among communities.
[1] Jostad, Schultz, Chase, "State of Washington 2017 Assessment of Outdoor Recreation Demand Report" 2017. http://www.rco.wa.gov/StateRecPlans/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Assessment-of-Demand.pdf
[2] Larson, Lincoln, Green, Cordell, "Children's time outdoors: results and implications of the national kids survey" 2011. https://www.srs.fs.usda.gov/pubs/39414
[3] Jostad, Schultz, Chase, "State of Washington 2017 Assessment of Outdoor Recreation Demand Report" 2017. http://www.rco.wa.gov/StateRecPlans/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Assessment-of-Demand.pdf
[4] Earth Economics, "Economic Analysis of Outdoor Recreation in Washington State" 2017. https://rco.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/EconomicAnalysisOutdoorRec.pdf
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Boilerplate will allow you to quickly start creating a web-interface with server prerendering.
How to install?
git clone email@example.com:sterzhakov/vqua.git
cp -R ./vqua/packages/vqua-boilerplate-ssr/ ./vqua-boilerplate-ssr
cd vqua-boilerplate-ssr/
npm i
npm i -g nodemon
nodemon server
Then open the browser page http://localhost:8080/ and you should see:
Welcome! Test page.
How to edit the code?
To make changes immediately after saving, open a new window and use the command:
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webpack -w
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Bayelsa: Tension as Supreme Court moves to reconvene for judgment on Guber election appeal
The Supreme Court will in any moment from now deliver judgment in the application for judgment review filed by the sacked Bayelsa governor-elect, Mr David Lyon and the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Lyon and APC in their applications argued by Chief Afe Babalola SAN and Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN respectively prayed the court to review and set aside the judgment of February 13, which voided their participation in the November 16, governorship election.
However, after taking legal fireworks from parties in the matter, Justice Sylvester Ngwuta announced the stand down of the matter, adding that the panel would reconvene soon for its decision in the matter.
Babalola had in his submissions said that the Supreme Court has inherent decision and power to set aside its own decision because the judgment which voided the election of his client was a nullity on account of denial of fair hearing of his client.
According to him, the procedure adopted by the apex court on February 13 was wrong because there was no cause of action at the time the Supreme Court gave judgment against Lyon.
Olanipekun SAN on his part, argued that the apex court erred in law when it invoked section 36 of the Electoral Act to disqualify the APC's participation in the election when the Federal High Court judgment restored by the Supreme Court did not disqualify the party's eligibility.
He further argued that the Supreme Court cannot give consequential order on a relief not granted by a trial court except due to human error.
However, counsel to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Tayo Oyetibo SAN, informed the apex court that the application by APC and its governorship candidate was a dangerous invitation to the Supreme Court to violate section 285 of the 1999 constitution, for the court to sit on appeal over its own matter.
Oyetibo argued that having delivered final judgment in the matter on merit on February 13, the court has no jurisdiction to sit on appeal in the judgment, adding that it is scandalous to ask the apex court to review the judgment.
He further stated that the apex court was right in disqualifying Lyon as the governor-elect because section 187 of the 1999 constitution is clear and unambiguous to the effect that a governorship candidate who has no deputy candidate is not qualified to contest any governorship election in Nigeria.
"When Supreme Court gives judgment, it is deemed correct. It has never happened in the history of Supreme Court to reverse itself, its judgment is final and finality. And whatever Supreme Court says in the interpretation of the law is the law".
His submissions were adopted by other respondents in the matter.
Justice Ngwuta who led a seven man panel, after listening to the submissions of the counsels, announced that the court would arise and reconvene later.
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Yale School of Drama Dean James Bundy DRA '95 signed on for another five-year term as Drama School dean and artistic director of the Yale Repertory Theater on Wednesday.
Bundy said the combination of teaching and creative opportunities available at the Yale School of Drama and the Yale Repertory Theater originally drew him to the job, and he said he is just as excited about his work now as he was when he started the position in 2002.
"I think the work that I've been most excited about doing is working to bring great artists to the faculty and to recruit students to the school," Bundy said. "The most important thing you can do is have great people on campus, and I'm really proud of our faculty and that our yield of accepted students who attend has gone up significantly."
Richard Nelson, a playwriting professor who came to Yale during Bundy's first term, said Bundy was crucial in persuading him to come to the University. Nelson had been an award-winning playwright with a Tony for Best Book for a Musical in 2000 for his adaptation of James Joyce's "The Dead," in addition to many other accolades.
"Dean Bundy hired me, and it was his commitment to change that enticed me here," Nelson said. "For 35 years I've been a freelance playwright — I had never taught before, so this was a big change for me, one brought about by James Bundy and his vision for the Drama School."
David Budries, associate professor of sound design in the School of Drama, said Bundy has created an atmosphere of openness at the Drama School, both within the school community and with the audience, which has expanded to include more New Haven residents during Bundy's tenure.
Many students said Bundy is supportive of students' endeavors and education as dean.
Bundy is frequently in the audience at a variety of student performances, which are an integral part of drama students' educations, Andrew Gitchel DRA '07 said.
"It is nice to see James at these events," Gitchel said. "It makes the students feel like we are at the top of the priorities list."
Bundy said he hopes to increase financial aid for drama students during his next term. He said he is working to make the school tuition-free like the School of Music, which received an anonymous $100 million donation in fall 2005 to make it possible to eliminate costs for students.
In addition, Bundy said, he hopes to construct a new facility for drama that will combine the Yale Repertory Theater with the School of Drama in one facility. Though the details of the new facility are still being worked out, many students say the current state of the facilities is not conducive to learning.
"Two of our main spaces were built more than 75 years ago, and sometimes it feels like we are working with some antiquated equipment," Gitchel said. "For being one of the most prominent drama schools in the world, sometimes it sure feels like we aren't."
Before coming to Yale, Bundy was artistic director of the Great Lakes Theater Festival in Cleveland and an adjunct theater professor at Case Western Reserve University.


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March 2012
Avoiding the Silver Tsunami
It was 16 years ago that I saw the hand writing on the wall. As a non-family member working in a family-owned company it was apparent that the long term career there was out of reach. This realization plus a nagging idea for a business venture changed my course for the better. The obvious alternative … Continue reading Avoiding the Silver Tsunami
Whose Money Is It?
Own a business? Well it is your business and your money, right? Well, you may want to think through that a little more. When you take on the dream of business ownership there are many constituents to consider. First there are your supplier-partners. They must be paid and paid promptly. What about your banker? They … Continue reading Whose Money Is It?
Too Important to Delegate
We CEO's all have our strengths and weaknesses. Recognizing this we often look to others on staff to offset the shortcomings. This is fine it is normal and worthwhile. The other issue we face is time management with the key question, "Is my time being spent on those things that only I can do?" Delegating … Continue reading Too Important to Delegate
Who are the Team Members?
We can all agree that employees and staff members should be considered members of the "company team" and contribute accordingly. Well, what about suppliers? Shouldn't they be part of the team as well? I would suggest a resounding YES and add they should be vetted as carefully as employees in this regard.


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April 20th, 2016
I Samuel 14:1-14
Oh, that Christians today had discretion. We saw in Jonathan, the son of King Saul, the discretion that led to a great victory for the children of Israel. He had four areas that he showed discretion in the steps that he took toward victory.
- He demonstrated discretion in his conversation. Jonathan knew when to keep his mouth shut and just do what was right. He slipped away from his dad, the high priest, and congregation. No one was aware of the victory he was personally about to have. There are times we need to do less talking and more walking.
- He showed discretion in his climb. Jonathan's planned path had some adverse situations that would cause most to quit, but for him the challenge didn't make him stop. The challenge made him get up and go and overcome the adversity.
- He had discretion in his companion. Jonathan chose one man to go with him: his armor bearer. He was a man that would follow in the little things, follow Jonathan's Lord, follow Jonathan's heart (not just his directions), and follow Jonathan's courage.
- He presented discretion in his conflict. Jonathan's battle plan was according to a victory that he knew He could win by the hand of the Lord. It included going forward and upward, and not backward and downward. He chose a battle plan that left himself in vulnerability but showed forth God's great ability.
Discretion in your steps causes you to shut your mouth, climb up from your low position, pick up someone to go with you, and put up a fight of faith that only God can win through you.


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The Ultimate Cheat Sheet to Buying a Franchise
So, you've decided that buying a franchise is the next step you want to take. But the first hurdle you've got to overcome is – which franchise business is going to be a winner?
Like any other investment you may make, purchasing a franchise comes with a risk. That's why you need to take some time to look at what you want, what's going to work in the current economic climate, and what support and recognition you'll receive from your chosen franchisor. The key to buying any business is research, which is why we've highlighted some important things you'll need to consider:
The Demand for Your Franchise and Its Competition
The first thing to look at is whether your chosen franchise is targeting an area of demand. Will it provide your local community with something they need or could it be a fad that'll be here today and gone tomorrow? It's also worth considering whether the franchisor's name is already reputed and recognized by customers so you won't have to work as hard to gain their trust and business.
Don't forget about competitors either – these can have a detrimental effect on your business. Consider what level of competition there is and whether this is on a local or national level. Look at how many other franchises there are within your local area and whether they're as recognized, if not more so, than the franchise you're looking at. Knowing whether you're going to be able to compete with these businesses will be fundamental to the success of your own franchise.
Talk to Other Franchisees
One of the best ways to find out whether it's worth buying a business is to speak to your fellow franchisees. Many franchisors will invite you to a "Discovery Day" where you'll be able to meet like-minded people, but you should try to do additional homework, too. Call up other franchisees (not just the one's the franchisor recommends!) and ask them how they feel their business is working, whether they've had enough support, and if they feel there's plenty of growth left in the franchise. And, if you have the time, ask them if you can shadow them for a day to really get to grips with the franchise and what it involves.
Review the Franchise Disclosure Document
It's crucial that you obtain and read through the franchisor's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) before you sign any papers. These can be 50 or more pages long but don't be put off by this. This document holds key pieces of information, including what type of training is on offer for franchisees and whether there are any additional costs that might not seem obvious at the start (e.g. opening day expenses when you have to do a promotional giveaway). The Federal Trade Commission offers a thorough guide on how to read and understand an FDD.
Buying a franchise need not be a stressful and overwhelming experience, as many franchisors offer help, advice, and training throughout. However, it's crucial that you do your research beforehand, asking for legal help if you're unsure on any of the finer details. Armed with your research, skills as an entrepreneur, and unwavering commitment to success, you could soon find yourself being your own boss and watching your franchise grow from strong to stronger.
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2013 Ford Mustang Values
Select a 2013 Ford Mustang trim level
2013 model year changes
For 2012, the Mustang gets a new hood and grille, plus LED accent lighting and standard HID headlamps. All Mustang models with the automatic transmission now get a SelectShift feature that allows full manual control. A Track Package has been introduced for GT models for 2013; it's offered only in manual GT Mustangs with the 3.73 axle and includes upgraded cooling, performance Brembo vented front discs, 19-inch alloy wheels and performance tires, and the Boss 302's Torsen differential. Also new to the Mustang lineup is a 4.2-inch LCD productivity screen that includes trip-computer functions, as well as a new Track Apps function--displaying performance metrics like g forces and acceleration times. And the Recaro sport seats that have until now been the exclusive domain of the Shelby GT500 and Boss 302 models are now available on other Mustangs. Deep Impact Blue and Gotta Have It Green are new exterior hues added to the Mustang palette for 2013.
Competitive comparison
Strong performance; excellent performance value; comfortable interior; a modern design with retro cues
Special features for 2013
The Mustang got an extensive redesign a couple of years ago, and it carries through with that same heritage pony-car look. Mustangs remain one of the strongest performance-coupe values for the money, thanks to prices that start in the low twenties and a bottom-line price of about $35k for a well-equipped GT Coupe. Additionally, Mustang Convertibles are one of the better picks for those who plan to make an impression when cruising and plan to carry passengers in the back seat. Meanwhile, the powerful Boss 302 version is the choice for those who plan to do weekend racing and are willing to give up a slight bit of comfort.