text:
There is a tendency for man to think one's own generation is the smartest to ever strut the Earth.
"Each generation," Orwell quipped, "imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it, and wiser than the one that comes after it."
This tendency likely is even more acute for those who've lived in our current era, an age marked by incredible scientific and material progress. Surely, with all these tools and resources, we're more intelligent and enlightened than our ancestors, the vast majority of whom toiled in the dirt.
Not so fast. An extensive data analysis published in 2013 found just the opposite. Our ancestors in the Victorian era (1837-1901) were smarter than us. Much smarter. Here is an excerpt from the abstract:
The Victorian era was marked by an explosion of innovation and genius, per capita rates of which appear to have declined subsequently….We tested the hypothesis that the Victorians were cleverer than modern populations, using high-quality instruments, namely measures of simple visual reaction time in a meta-analytic study.
The result? Researchers found that IQs had declined 1.16 IQ points per decade from 1889 to 2004. That's 13.35 IQ points total, a drop that scientists compare to an entire night's sleep.
The conclusion? "Victorians were indeed substantially cleverer than modern populations," researchers said.
As Big Think has noted, the findings fly counter to the Flynn Effect, a theory that suggests humans have experienced a general increase in intelligence since 1930.
So who is right?
The jury is still out on that question. But scientists hinted that the conventional wisdom that humans are becoming more intelligent may need to be revisited.
"This is a very intriguing paper, which seems to give the lie to the comforting notion that we have all been getting brighter for the last three or four generations," said Dr. James Thompson, a lecturer and member of the British Psychological Society. "Reaction times are a real measure, with a reasonably large correlation with IQ, so this is an alarming finding and needs further investigation."
What do you think? Are humans really becoming (much) less intelligent?
Jon Miltimore is senior editor of Intellectual Takeout. Follow him on Facebook.


text:
Virgin Media is on a roll with it's pay-as-you-go flip phones right now. After yesterday's £30 VM665 we've now heard that the flip-tastic Samsung C3560 is also due to arrive on Virgin Media's pay-as-you-go section within the next week.
Like the VM665, the Samsung C3560 is a flip phone with some pretty budget-level specs. There's a 1.3-megapixel camera, 2.2-inch display a music player and a built-in FM radio.
You get support for Facebook and Twitter too; no telling on whether it'll come with 3G – we're guessing not.
The Samsung C3560 isn't yet up on Virgin Media's pay-as-you-go page and we've not been able to get a price for this just yet. But we're told that the phone should be available within a week or so.
Regardless of the initial price, you'll be able to get 300 texts free each month if you top up with £10 of credit.
Topping £15 or more a month will earn you unlimited texts and 1GB of mobile web use which ought to cover you for your social networking needs. Otherwise it costs just 30p a day to access the net on Virgin Media's pay-as-you-go plan.
Standard calls to UK landlines and mobile numbers costs 26p per minute and texts normally cost 10p per message.
However if you're a subscriber to any of Virgin Media's other services – home broadband, TV or landline phone services – then you can sign up for the Simply 8 plan. This allows you to call and text for 8p per minute/message.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Thursday, September 14
Many Midwestern communities have varied demographics, including aging residents, expanding immigrant communities, and significant rural populations. These dynamics present complex social, economic and health challenges and opportunities. St. Cloud reflects many of these trends. This session highlights collaborative efforts of a healthcare foundation, city planner, and public health law nonprofit to support local policy change to promote walking and bicycling in St. Cloud, including Complete Streets, comprehensive planning, and an emerging riverwalk plan. We share lessons learned from working with communities experiencing demographic shifts, and demonstrate the real-world value of cross-disciplinary partnerships in creating policy change for active, healthy communities.
Room: State 2
- Julie Ralston Aoki, Director of Healthy Eating and Active Living Programs, Public Health Law Center
- Matt Glaesman, AICP, Community Development and Planning Director, City of St. Cloud
- Jodi Gertken, Director of Wellness, CentraCare Health Foundation
- Mary Marrow, Senior Staff Attorney, Public Health Law Center


text:
Often, when a consulting contract is closed and the delivery phase has begun, a sigh of relief can be heard now that the competition has folded their tent and gone away. We believe the battle is over. In many cases, however, the battle has just begun. Yes, the internal battle of "Who owns the account?" "Is it sales or delivery?"
Until this point, Sales took the spotlight and, in many cases, shared it with a pre-sales consultant. They worked together to create the proper expectation and showcased their company's capabilities. After the sale, the spotlight quickly moves to delivery where the 'real sale' is tested. Delivery must exceed expectations, not only to grow that customer but also to put another arrow in the salesperson's quiver when securing referrals for new customers. Salespeople typically have a challenging time letting go and thus the sales vs. delivery 'tug of war' begins.
Delivery, if trained properly, can have the customer looking for more opportunities as the aura of credibility fills the customer's to do list. Why then is the sales rep so reluctant to give the delivery person his or her moment in the spotlight? Maybe it's a throw back from the old Sales philosophy that any account is MY ACCOUNT – hands off. The new reality is Delivery now has the customer's faith and any reentry from the sales rep named 'Joey Needanymore' is not welcome.
I often see Sales trying to run internal meetings with Delivery. The concept sounds like a good effort to get everyone to work together as a team but, when Sales runs the meeting, a different outcome is the usual result. Delivery's eyes roll and this adversarial phase now accounts for the least desirable part of their employment experience.
Times have changed. Customers want to buy but they don't want to be sold. I will always put my money on a sales rep, using all the company resources availed to them, closing a new deal over a delivery person. However, I will always double down on a well-trained delivery person to grow that customer. I am not talking about training Delivery people to act like sales people. No way. They are much more effective doing what they do while highlighting their company's ability to deliver. This not only must be taught but must also be integrated into the consulting company's process or the tug of war will continue until the customer finds a new provider.
Author: Rich Lucia


text:
New York Car Accident Lawyer
Car accidents are a leading cause of serious injuries and death each year. Because of the speed at which cars travel and because of their size and weight, even when drivers and passengers wear seatbelts, serious injuries such has head injuries, broken bones, and back injuries as a result of a car accident are not unusual. The primary reason that drivers get into car accidents is negligence. Such negligence usually takes the form of a driver breaking a traffic law by speeding, failing to stop at a red light, driving while drunk, or texting while driving. In other words most accidents would have never happened but for someone's negligence. If you were injured in a car accident and you believe it was caused by another person's negligence, contact an experienced New York auto accident attorney at the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates as you have the right to file a personal injury claim and demand compensation from the person whose negligence resulted in your injuries and other losses.Causes of auto accidents
There are many causes for car accidents. While the causes may vary, the vast majority of accidents are preventable because they are caused by negligence.
- Distracted driver: Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents. It usually refers to texting while driving or using some sort of electronic device while driving. This problem has historically been a problem with young drivers, but is fast becoming a problem with drivers across age groups. Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law section 1125-c it is against the law to use a mobile phone while driving. Similarly, under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law section 1125-d it is also against the law to drive while using a laptop, pager, electronic game, tablet or any other portable electronic device.
- Road hazards: A large pothole or debris can cause drivers to lose control or swerve to avoid and as a result cause an accident. If the problem is a pothole, then a government entity may be liable for the accident if it had notice of the hazard. In addition to potholes and debris, there are other types of unexpected hazards in the road that may lead to accidents. Construction zones are dangerous for both drivers and workers. Construction zones often result in unpredictable road situations such as unusual traffic patterns, uneven surfaces, narrow lanes, construction vehicles moving around, and construction workers moving around very close to lanes with traffic. All of these factors created a recipe for an increased likelihood of an accident. Another type of road hazard are malfunctioning traffic signals. New York drivers depend on traffic lights and signals to control the flow of traffic and to warn them of intersections. If a traffic light is not working properly, accidents can happen. The most common type of traffic light malfunction is for it go out completely or for the red light to blink. While drivers are supposed to treat such a situation like a four-way stop, there is still a higher likelihood of an accident in such a situation than in a regular four-way stop intersection.
- Defective vehicle: Over the years thousands of car accidents and serious injuries have been caused because a car, SUV, minivan or truck was unsafe due to a poor design or manufacturing problem. In such cases the manufacturer of the car or the manufacturer of the faulty part of the car such as the tires may be legally liable for injuries that occur because of the defect .
- Negligence: Reckless driving is the top cause of car accidents. Reckless driving can mean any of a number of poor driving behaviors such as speeding, tailgating, making an illegal lane change, or failing to yield.
- Drowsy driving. Driving while sleepy accounts for a significant number of accidents in New York. While it may be obvious how someone who falls asleep at the wheel may cause an accident, it may be surprising to some that merely being sleepy or drowsy while driving is extremely dangerous. In fact, some experts have compared drowsy driving to being drunk while driving. Those who drive while drowsy have slower reaction times to changes in road conditions or to other drivers. Drivers most likely to drive while drowsy include drivers under the age of 30, those who work overnight shifts, commercial truck drivers, and jet-lagged travelers. In addition, drinking, drug use (prescription, over-the-counter, or illegal), and driving long distances can contribute to drowsy driving.
- Driving under the influence: Driving while under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, and prescription drugs is a contributing factor for a considerable number of accidents each year, including about 33% of fatal car accidents.
There are a variety of types of car accidents including rear-end, head-on, and side impact. Rear-end accidents are among the most common, involving one car failing to slow down and as a result hitting the car in front of it. According data collected by the federal government, 40% of car accidents are rear-end collisions. Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous, often leaving victims with serious or deadly injuries because they are often high-impact. They sometimes occur when a driver is drunk or distracted and drifts into the lane of an oncoming vehicle. Side-impact or t-bone collisions occur when one car collides into another car on the side. This type of accident frequently occurs at intersections.Examples
Joan was approaching an intersection when she was rear-ended with great force by Donna. The collision was so powerful that it created a chain reaction. Joan's car rear-ended the car in front of hers, and that car rear-ended yet another. All 4 cars were totaled. The collision caused Joan to lose consciousness. She was rushed to the hospital. She sustained multiple fractures to her arm and ribs, damage to her shoulder and she sustained traumatic brain damage. With the help of an experienced NYC car accident lawyer, Joan filed a personal injury claim against Donna, demanding compensation for losses, including medical expenses related to the traumatic brain injury she suffered.
Daniel was a front seat passenger in an SUV when Edward, who was driving a sedan, attempted to make a left turn in front of them, causing an accident. As a result, Daniel sustained serious neck and back injuries. He was rushed to the hospital and required both cervical and lumbar surgeries. Daniel missed several weeks of work as a warehouse employee. When he returned he was limited, as he could no longer do the heavy work that he once performed. Daniel sued Edward.
Harold was going on a quick trip to the grocery store to buy food to make dinner for his family. When the traffic light turned green, he proceeded to drive through the intersection. Although the light was red, Laura sped through the intersection, colliding with Harold's car. Harold sustained whiplash and an injury to his spinal cord. As a result he suffered chronic back pain and had to go through weeks of physical therapy.Damages for car accident injuries
Under New York law if you are seriously injured in a car accident that was caused because another person was negligent, you have the legal right to file a personal injury lawsuit to demand compensation from the negligent person. In the case of a serious injury such as a broken leg, arm, or some other broken bone, or a head injury you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, your lost wages, and your pain and suffering.
- Medical expenses: All past and future expenses related to treating the injuries that you suffered in the car accident such as the emergency room, hospital, CT scan, MRIs, surgery, prescription medication, medical equipment and physical therapy. When you file your claim, it is of the utmost importance that you demand compensation not only for past medical bills, but also for future medical bills. Particularly with serious injuries where the damage is permanent, medical bills are expected to continue for months, and even years after the initial treatment. Testimony from an expert will provide details as to the estimate cost of future medical treatment.
- Lost wages. With a serious injury, you probably will not be able to return to work right away. As a result you will lose pay. Lost wages and compensation include lost weekly, biweekly, or monthly paychecks. It also includes vacation or sick days that you had to use while recovering, as well as bonuses or promotions that you were on track to receive but did not due to the accident, and other benefits and compensation you lost. If you are self-employed, you can still demand compensation for lost wages based on the income you lost as a result of not being able to see clients, create products, or ship orders. If your injury is long-term or permanent, you may be entitled to compensation for lost of future income, or loss of future earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering. This includes compensation for a recurring or degenerative injury, chronic pain, lack of mobility, disfigurement, scarring, as well as psychological suffering such as depression, sleeplessness mood swings, fear, and hopelessness.
- Punitive damages. In New York, punitive damages are permitted under certain, limited circumstances. Generally, damage awards in personal injury cases are not designed to punish the negligent party, but to make the victim whole for losses he (or she suffered). Punitive damages are different. They are designed to punish the negligent party in cases in which his or her actions were particularly egregious or malicious. They are often awarded to victims in drunk driving accident cases because in such cases the defendant by his or her actions showed a blatant disregard for the safety of others.
Keep in mind that the insurance companies involved in the case may offer you a monetary settlement. Before accepting what an insurance company offers and before signing any documents, it is a good idea to first discuss your case with an experienced car accident attorney in New York as insurance companies often offer victims low-ball settlements that are not in the best interest of the victim.Fatal car accidents
If a family member died in a car accident because of another person's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. It is critical to determine the cause of the accident. It might be because another driver was driving recklessly. It might be that there was a hazard in the road. A pedestrian may have caused the accident, or the accident may have been caused because the vehicle was somehow defective such that the auto parts manufacturer or vehicle designer being at fault for the fatal accident. Once fault is determined, a lawsuit can be filed against the negligent party demanding compensation for the funeral expenses, loss of support, and conscious pain and suffering of the victim.Contact the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates
Proving negligence in a car, SUV, minivan or truck accident case can present a number of complicated legal challenges. Even if you are unsure as to who was at fault in your car accident, it is important to not delay in contacting an attorney. The car accident attorneys serving New York at the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates are experienced in handling personal injury cases stemming from auto, truck, motorcycle, boat, and construction accidents and have won multi-million dollar settlements and jury verdicts for our clients. We handle all types of car accident cases including accidents involving drunk drivers, distracted drivers, uninsured motorists, drowsy drivers, texting while driving, rear-end collisions, as well as other types of car accidents. Contact us at 800.696.9529 to schedule a free, no obligation consultation regarding your case. We represent clients in the following locations: Brooklyn, Long Island, Queens, Manhattan, Nassau County, Staten Island, Suffolk County, Bronx, and Westchester County.


text:
By David Crane and Larry Coen
Set in the 1930s, EPIC PROPORTIONS tells the story of two brothers, Benny and Phil, who go to the Arizona desert to be extras in the huge Biblical epic Exeunt Omnes. Things move very quickly in this riotous comedy and before you know it, Phil is directing the movie, and Benny is starring in it. To complicate matters further they both fall in love with Louise, the assistant director in charge of the extras. Along the way there are gladiator battles, the Ten Plagues and a cast of thousands portrayed by four other actors.


text:
Turn beautiful Butterfly Ornaments into wonderful bracelets! Continue reading
Tag Archives: squiggle pipettes
Spotlight on… Squiggle Pipettes
We recently revamped our pipette line with a few new designs! One of the new designs is our fabulous Squiggle Pipettes. Learn more below! Continue reading
3D Flower Wall Art
Make a beautiful wall art canvas with 3D flowers using our R2440 Color Diffusing Paper Flowers! Continue reading
Wild Flower Vests
Make a bright and beautiful vest to commemorate the end of summer! To add some fun to your students' painting experiences, try painting outside as a tribute to all the great days spent in the sunshine (and to enhance students' sensory exploration!) Continue reading
Paint Bellows Tree
Use process-based methods to create colorful tree artwork! The techniques used involve materials such as Paint Bellows, fingerpaint and Squiggle Pipettes, all combined to give your students an exercise in fine motor development while enjoying the result of the final image. Continue reading


text:
LONG BEACH – Julia Smit predicts faster times to come in the 200 individual medley this season.
No American in history swam faster than Smit in the Pacific-10 Conference Swimming championships at Belmont Plaza on Thursday night.
Smit timed 1:52.31 to eclipse both her collegiate and American record of 1:52.79 set in the 2009 NCAA Championships. Smith concluded the session by anchoring the Cardinal 200 freestyle relay of sophomore Betsy Webb, sophomore Sam Woodward and junior Kate Dwelley to victory in 1:28.27.
"In the past, I might worry about swimming so fast so soon," Smith said. "But I know that I am in such good shape that I know that I can go faster."
Smit said she was not fully rested for the Pac-10 meet with the focus of the season on the NCAA meet next month at Purdue University on March 18-20.
"I am not fully tapered but on my way working down for the end of the season so for sure I think I can go faster," Smit said. "All I have to do is work on a few more details and get a little more rest and I'll be ready."
Although Smit was optimistic about a brisk time after clocking 1:54.48 in the preliminaries earlier in the day – nearly a second faster than her season best of 1:55.45 – she was surprised with her time in the final.
"I was training really well so I was excited for Pac-10s," Smit said. "I felt good in the morning and felt that I had a little left in me but maybe not that much. I thought that I could pretty fast but that time wasn't expected. I guess I'll have to set my goal lower now."
Smit dominated from the start of Thursday's race, clocking splits of 24.27 (butterfly), 28.68 (backstroke), 32.11 (breaststroke) and 27.25 (freestyle). Cal sophomore Katinka Hosszu was second in 1:55.49 and Elaine Breeden of Stanford was third in 1:55.96.
Next up for the 19-time NCAA All-American is the 400-yard individual medley today in the third day of the four-day meet that concludes on Saturday. The 2009 World Aquatics Championships finalist in the 200-meter intermediate medley may also swim in the 200-yard backstroke or the 100-yard freestyle on Saturday.
The victories by Smit in the 200-yard individual medley, the 200-yard freestyle relay and Webb in the 40-yard freestyle in 22.04 catapulted the No. 1 nationally Cardinal to first in the team standings with 510 points.
Cal is second with 476 points and USC is third at 435. Arizona and UCLA are fourth and fifth with 352 and 328 points, respectively.
In the 500-yard freestyle, Lauren Boyle of Cal defeated Haley Anderson of USC to win 4:38.77 to 4:40.70.
Join the Conversation
We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions.


text:
Gill Industries, a manufacturing and design company that does work with clients ranging from Volkswagen to Lear, welcomed our team to their headquarters on Thursday, July 30th in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Based upon the feedback that we received from Progressive AE on July 11th, our team calibrated what proficiency would look like for each of the skills within the Employability Skills Framework. As with the session at Progressive AE on the 11th, we invited employees from Gill Industries to respond to our work by letting us know what they "liked" (Where did they think we hit the nail on the head?), "wondered" (What criteria might we need to change, adjust, etc. to better align with the world of work?), and "had" (What they recommend or know of, whether that be a resource, a connection, a person to talk to, etc?)
Based upon the myriad of sticky-notes that they wrote for us (as can be seen in the picture above), along with the group discussion that followed, we made numerous adjustments to how we are thinking about "proficiency" for students in each of the Employability Skills. In particular, here are some insights that Gill Industries helped solidify for us:
December 2019


text:
Everybody wants to know how to grow their money. Yung iba marahil, malalaki na yong kita nila sa trabaho. Yong iba naman, kabisado na nila and they have the skills in growing their money. But for most people, they're still struggling. Ito rin ang dahilan kung bakit maraming nai-scam, dahil sa pangakong malaking return ng pera nila. Ang problema kase, we just tend to believe on what the other person is saying without proper knowledge to make a better decision. Kaya ang nangyayari, whatever that person say, ito rin ang iniisip nating tama.
In growing your money, huwag kang basta na lamang aasa sa ibang tao para gawin ito. Dapat alam mo rin kung anong ginagawa nila at kung saan dinadala ang pera mo. This will help minimizing the risk .
There are 3 places or avenues where you can grow your money. Of course hindi kasama don ang pera nyo sa baul kse hindi naman nagbabago ang value non overtime. Hindi ko na rin isasama ang bank, kase obviously with inflation eh kinakain nito whatever interest rate the bank is giving you.
BUSINESS. Mostly yata ng kilala nating mayaman eh yumaman thru business. Andyan sina Henry Sy, Gokongwei, Ayala, Pangilinan at iba pa. They're very successful in their business career. A very good success stories that in business, you can really grow your money. If you have the guts to do business, do it. It's one of the best way to grow your wealth.
Kaya lang, not all have a happy ending. Hindi rin madali ang mag-business. In fact, statistics shows that 90% of new businesses will fail from 1st to 5th year.
Oo nga naman, kung madali lang kumita sa business eh di sana businessman na tyong lahat. Di na sana tayo nagpapakaalipin at nangangamuhan.
REAL ESTATE. It can be thru rental properties or buy and sell ng mga properties. Even Robert Kiyosaki advocates in real estate investing sa mga books nya. Imagine may mga rental properties kang monthly nagbibigay sayo ng cashflow. The more the better. Keep on adding to your portfolio. It's really a sure way of having a passive income.
Kaya lang, malaki mostly ang required capital. For sure, hindi kaya sa bulsa ng mga ordinaryong tao. Even banks will not grant loan to all people na gustong bumili ng real estate. In the end, not a option para sa nakakarami to grow their money.
While there are some people na talagang literally laway at pawis lang ang puhunan sa real estate, only few of them exists siguro.
PAPER ASSETS. These includes bonds, stocks, mutual funds, trust funds, and the like. These are some instruments to grow your money in the long run with far greater return compare sa bank. Most of the time, they beat the inflation. Anyway, most of these investments instruments objective are not just to beat the inflation but to grow the money as well.
The good thing with paper asset is that everyone can participate easily regardless of status. Yes, there are paper assets that require huge capital but not all of them. Tulad halimbawa ng mutual fund and stocks. Opening account is only P5K while ang additional investment naman is as low as P1K only. Are you surprise na ganyan lang pala sya kamura?
But then, the return is not guaranteed unlike your bank deposit. But hey, you are entrusting your money to big boys like the Sy, Ayala, Gokongwei, etc. Plus you are becoming share holders of big companies like SM, BDO, PLDT, etc. What do you think is you odd in growing your money with them?
There's always risk in investing. That's why we advocate long term investment, not a quick rich scheme. And statistic shows that the longer you keep your money invested, the less risk you will have. Kaya nga ideal ang investment para sa retirement mo or sa educational fund ng anak kung matagal pa naman ito.
In paper assets, TIME is your great ally due to its compounding effect on your money. Kaya kung kakasimula mo palang magtrabaho or nasa prime ka pa ng iyong carreer, start now. Wag mo nang hintayin bago ka dumating sa puntong magreretire na at saka pa lang maghahanap kung saan ilalagay ang pera. It's already late by then.
Check my post about STOCKS, MUTUAL FUNDS and UITF in case malabo sa inyo.
Sad to say, this is the option that most of us don't even bother venturing. Primary reason is lack of knowledge. Akala natin, pang mayaman lang lahat ng ito. Hindi pwede sa mga ordinaryong tao na kagaya natin. But these are all wrong. At kung hindi natin sya aalamin, walang way para ma-avail natin ito.
Aral muna bago invest. Hindi sapat na nabasa mo lang eh agad agad gusto mo na mag invest. Basa basa muna. Attend ng mga financial literacy talks at seminars.
Visit TGFI Financial Literacy Events calendar to check all our coming seminars and talks. It's a good way to start growing your money. Invest in knowledge first.


text:
We're pretty obsessed with pokeberry dyeing right now for dyeing wool, making ink and just squishing them up and dropping them on paper. They are SO intense and exciting to use.
I visited Japanese textile artist and katazome instructor John Marshall in his studio in Covelo, Mendocino County a while back and was surprised to see that his entire front yard was covered in pokeberry bushes. Now those of you who have been dyeing with pokeberries for years need to stop snickering and let me have my discovery thrills here.
Although pokeberries are native to most of the the United States, I had never even heard of them and was browsing through Rebecca Burgess' book Harvesting Color on natural dyes when I spotted a beautiful red skein of wool. Thinking it was cochineal, I took a closer look and realized it was a berry that was making this incredible color.
John helped me pick a bag of them and I was anxious try them out. The mordant and dye process was simple and the color is amazing. Burgess' recipe is based on research by Carol Leigh Brack-Kaiser of Hill Creek Fiber Studio and is a straightforward process of "mordanting" with acetic acid or vinegar and dyeing with an acidic dye bath. It seems to work best on wool, with silk turning out a coral color. The cotton cross ties in my skeins did not absorb any color at all. So I started looking for pokeberry bushes in Seattle and discovered that though they are a native species, they are regarded as a bit of an invasive pest, so my idea of growing them next year in the dye garden is probably not a good idea. I guess I'll just have to return to Mendocino County (oh torture!) on a warm autumn day and do my pokeberry gathering there next time.
Pokeberry observations:
1. The rich purple-black color of pokeberry comes from a type of anthocyanin, which is the same type of color found in red beets and amaranth, and it also behaves in a similar manner. That means that it turns very reddish purple with acids and grayish purple with bases, and that it is not particularly wash or lightfast, so I dye with it with an experimental mindset. It is not going to be a color that I use for artwork or production projects.
2. The mature plant is poisonous and so are the berries. Wear gloves when collecting and keep away from small children and pets.
3. The color seems to work with animal fibers (wool, silk, alpaca and mohair) and I've had the best results with wool. Silk will dye a lighter color than wool. Pokeberry does not work well on cotton, hemp, linen or other plant fibers.
4. The color seems to work best if you soak the wool in a vinegar solution, then make a dye bath using more vinegar. This recipe originates from Carol Leigh Brack-Kaiser and her version is also included in Rebecca Burgess' book,
Harvesting Color.
5. You need to use a lot of pokeberry. Rebecca Burgess recommends a 25:1 ratio. This means for 1 pound of wool fiber, you'd collect 25 pounds of berries, but she reassures you that they are heavy and collecting goes quickly.
6. Colors such as tan, orange or gray from pokeberries seem to indicate that the dye bath was not acidic enough, or that the skeins were exposed to bright light, or the dye bath was too hot. I followed Carol Leigh's recipe exactly and
got some very nice results that are still vibrant seven years later (see top image of my own dyed yarn!)


text:
Now with 100% more sparkle pens, crayons, and highlighters!
I'll admit I wasn't really expecting much when I first heard that Zynga was coming out with a sequel to their smash mobile phenomenon Draw Something, the hugely accessible turn-based Pictionary game. I mean, besides adding more words, what else could they possibly do to repackage the same simple idea? Well it really shows how much that I know, because not only does Draw Something 2 come equipped with an impressive 5,000 new words, but it also introduces so many fresh and exciting new features that I've never seen a social game so fitting to earn that rightful sequel designation.
The first thing you'll notice right away about Draw Something 2 is the game's extreme likeness to a mobile social app: so much so, that the main interface and home screen actually looks like a Facebook newsfeed, only with drawings instead of status updates. Here you can scroll through all the latest drawings that were made by your friends, participate in Daily Draw and Daily Guess challenges for some bonus coin rewards, and even follow your favorite Draw Something artists in the same way you would follow them on Twitter. The game also advertises interaction with famous people and celebrities on your digital easel, but I have yet to join an actual game with the likes of will.i.am or Carly Rae Jepsen. It may take a few minutes to figure out how to navigate through all of the shiny new features, but once you do, it'll be hard to go back to the original Draw Something, which just seems so underwhelming now in comparison.
The interface isn't the only thing that was given a massive facelift in the sequel. In addition to an enormous palette of different colors, which you can now purchase in individual shades or the traditional color packs, Draw Something 2 also features a number of fun new drawing tools to get even more creative with. These tools run the gamut from pattern pencils, which let you shade in your drawings with zebra and camouflage patterns, to pixel pencils, which you can use to create an 8-bit masterpiece in the vein of your favorite NES games. But wait that's not even all! You also have a highlighter to layer your colors with cool transparent effects, a watercolor brush for amazing depth and shading, and even a sparkle pen, to give your latest drawing a bit of extra glittery flair. This game seems to have thought of everything, and every new feature is wonderfully utilized, and a total joy to see in action or draw around with on your own. And if you're trying to draw the next Mona Lisa here, the game even lets you zoom in and out on the screen as you're drawing to make sure you get every last one of those intricate details.
Even though the first Draw Something game successfully took the mobile world by storm, there were still a handful of missing features that many fans had begged to be included. And boy did Zynga listen to everyone's suggestions this time around. The most desired new feature in the sequel is that now Draw Something 2 will save all of your drawings in a personal gallery, which you can use to brag or share with your friends, and vice versa. Clicking on someone's drawing that pops up on your newsfeed will let you watch them recreate the drawing as you'd see in the main game, which is another real shining and interactive touch (my hat goes off to whoever made that incredible pixelated drawing of Gomez from Polytron's Fez).
You can also "Like" other users' artwork and comment on them as you would on any Facebook post, and keeping up with the whole social platform theme, you can even start real-time chats with your opponents while you play. The core play-at-your-own-pace style of gameplay remains largely intact, but you are rewarded twice as many coins now for each successful drawing and guess. If you don't like the words you've been given, you can simply swipe the screen to the left and right to pick from some other word categories, like "Country Music" and "Video Games," which you can open up for a small fee of star currency. You even have the option of recycling one of the drawings you have saved in your gallery, if you're really proud of your latest Picasso and want to show it off just a little bit more.
The only real big setback to the game that I can think of is that some of the nicer features like the different texture pencils and crayons are a tad bit expensive to unlock, and it's going to take a whole lot of drawings to earn them through regular gameplay. But the stark difference here from other freemium games is that everything you can buy in the Draw Something 2 store feels entirely worth the in-app purchase. And of course, as with any social media platform, the experience is only as good as how sociable you are, so if you're the kind of person who only has 3 Facebook friends like my mom, then you might not get to appreciate the full connected potential of Draw Something 2. You're also required to create an account using your email or Facebook profile to even get started, which might be off-putting to some who just want to play the game.
So grab your new sparkle pen, Draw Something fans, and welcome to the next milestone in casual social gaming. The sequel is fun, inventive, and comes with an unlimited potential to capture your true artistic visions. While I may never be able to reach the heightened drawing skills as some of the people I follow, I'm still having a total blast trying. It's going to be a little weird going back to Facebook though after this, because now that I've had the very impressive Draw Something 2 experience, my boring old newsfeed is just going to pale in comparison without all those awesome drawings covering my wall.


text:
This egift card is only valid for a one time purchase, against the full value of the egift card. Find a gift best sellers amazon basics early black friday deals customer service prime new releases books registry pharmacy fashion kindle books toys & games gift cards amazon home sell automotive shopper toolkit computers video games home improvement coupons smart home beauty & personal care health & household tv & video pet supplies handmade.
Get A Free A Google Play 50 Gift Card – Google Play Gift Cards In 2021 Google Play Gift Card Google Play Codes Free Gift Card Generator
Levi's boys' 511 slim fit flex stretch jeans.
Levi's gift card amazon. The gift card is only valid at participating levi's® stores in the issuing country. These books cost money to buy, but you can get them free for review! In a few minutes, your levi's gift voucher will reach your sms and email.
Check to see if your levi's gift card expires, and simply enter the retailer's information below. How to redeem levi's gift voucher? Visit that outlet and select the products you like.
Use it for yourself or send it to someone special. For list of stores, visit levi.in/stores; Gift card cannot be exchanged for cash/gift cards/credit notes.
We use cookies and similar tools that are necessary to enable you to make purchases, to enhance your shopping experiences and to provide our services, as detailed in our cookie notice.we also use these cookies to understand how customers use our services (for example, by measuring site visits) so we can make improvements. These cards are accepted by levis store in noida and ghaziabad. Levi's gift cards bought on amazon.in cannot be returned/refunded.
This egift card is redeemable for any merchandise offered at levi's stores in saudi arabia. For balance enquiry and expiry sms levigv to 9841646669. Sign up and complete the required steps to get a free $1000 levi's gift card.
This egift card will be activated within 48 hours from the time of purchase. Best sellers customer service prime new releases pharmacy books today's deals fashion kindle books toys & games gift cards amazon home registry sell computers video games find a gift home improvement automotive coupons beauty & personal care smart home pet supplies health & household. See below for more details.
$37 for 12 months with paypal credit. Please enable it to continue. Simply purchase levis gift vouchers by redeeming your payback points.
For list of stores, visit levi.in/stores; While making the payment, produce your levi's gift. Get the jeans for your whole family with this wonderful gift card.
Sell levi's gift cards on the raise gift card marketplace. The gift card is valid only after payment of the specified amount and activation at the till. Unravel bountiful perks topped with soaring discounts worth 95% on all major categories at amazon.
Get your books for free and get paid for reviews. Select a style for your gift card. To redeem levi's gift voucher, follow these steps:
Get it as soon as wed, nov 3. Levi's gift cards sell the fastest when discounted between 2% and 20%, but the asking price is up to you. Buy levis gift cards & vouchers on zingoy with 20.13 cashback.
For balance enquiry and expiry sms levigv to 9841646669. Hope you enjoy this gift card! When you sell unwanted gift cards, we'll send you cash back to use at other stores.
The store manager says that software are not working which accepts this card. Levi's gyftr insta gift voucher shall have a validity of minimum 6 months. Check your email after registration, to confirm.
10,000, which cater to everyone's wishes. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Opens a installment calculator layer.
Levi's stands with the asian, asian. This festive season, get your hands on the amazon gift voucher codes starting from just rs.100. Shop the raise marketplace to buy levi's gift cards online at a discount and save big on denim for the whole family.
The credit on the gift card account is held in the local currency of the issuing store. Free $1000 levi's gift card. Please do not buy the levis gift cards.
4.6 out of 5 stars. Levi's gift cards bought on amazon.in cannot be returned/refunded. 3d levi ackerman figurine lamp anime illusion night light levi ackerman attack on titan gift for bedroom decor light led sensor color changing work desk lamp.
Levis vouchers can be used for gifting to anyone on their birthday, wedding, anniversary or any festival occasions. Levis gift cards range from rs. To find the nearest brand and store at which this egift card can be redeemed.
Super bowl 50 l game day only fan guide original from levi's stadium exclusive. Free shipping free shipping free shipping. Amazon gift voucher code (november 2021):
Use the outlet locator on this page to find an eligible outlet near you. I am holding 3000 worth of gift card. Gift card cannot be exchanged for cash/gift cards/credit notes.
Find a gift best sellers amazon basics epic daily deals customer service prime new releases books registry pharmacy fashion kindle books toys & games gift cards amazon home sell automotive shopper toolkit computers video games home improvement coupons smart home beauty & personal care health & household. 4.5 out of 5 stars 54 customer ratings. Levi's gift card ($472.44) $425.00.
Levis Mens Levis Trifold Wallet Cognac One Size Levis Mens Shop If You Wish To Buy Just Click On Amazon Right Here Httpwww Levis Men Wallet Men Levi
Flawless Giveawayhttpsiredditbs80p9vp0ex11gif Free Gift Cards Online Redeem Gift Card Wallet Gift Card
Levis Trifold Wallet Wembossing – Ebagscom Mens Brown Leather Wallet Wallet Men Leather Wallet
Pin On Free Gift Card Codes
How To Get Free Gift Cards Walmart Gift Cards Gift Card Free Gift Cards
Contest 100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway Gift Card Giveaway Itunes Gift Cards Amazon Gifts
Win Signed Copies Or A 15 Amazon Gift Card From Author Levi Gallup Books Unlimited
Amazon Pay E-gift Card Egift Card Corporate Gifts Personalized Corporate Gifts
How To Pay For Prime Membership Using Your Amazon Gift Card Balance Lia Belle Amazon Gift Cards Amazon Gifts Card Balance
Pin By Libbie Pountney On Logo Designs Clothing Brand Logos Levis Brand Company Logos And Names
Human Verification Free Gift Card Generator Gift Card Generator Amazon Gift Card Free
Levis Mens Wallet With Leather Wrapped Manicure Tool Gift Set Black One Size At Amazon Mens Clothing Store In 2021 Leather Trifold Wallet Wallet Wallet Men
Google Play Krw 50000 Gift Card Korea Account Google Play Gift Card Google Play Codes Gift Card Generator
Wrapped Up N U Pure Body Naturals 100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway Ends 412 Gift Card Giveaway Amazon Gift Cards Gift Card
Cach Kiem Tien Online Voi Amazon Amazon Gift Card Free Free Amazon Products Amazon Marketing
La Historia De Levis 143 Anos A La Cabeza De Los Jeans Slogan Company Slogans Levi
Google Play 100 Gift Card – Sams Club In 2021 Google Play Codes Google Play Gift Card Google Play
Amazon Visual Identity Designed By Turner Duckworth Go Turner Visual Identity Visual Identity System Design Master
For 2700-10 Off Get Levis Gift Card At Amazon India Deals4indiain Gift Card Gifts Cards


text:
August 31st, 2012
Romney's plan for middle-class health insurance
The Empowered Patient is a regular feature from CNN Senior Medical News Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen that helps put you in the driver's seat when it comes to health care.
This week during the Republican convention the Empowered Patient has been putting Mitt Romney's health care plan under the microscope, examining what it means to various groups of American patients.
Earlier this week we looked at Romney's ideas on preventive care, helping people with pre-existing conditions get insurance, and aiding seniors who get stuck in the prescription drug donut hole. We also did a fact-check on Paul Ryan's Medicare comments in his convention speech.
Now, we're looking at Romney's plans for helping middle class Americans buy health insurance. According to a 2009 study by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 11 million uninsured Americans came from the middle class, or nearly a quarter of the nation's total uninsured.
About this blog
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the latest stories from CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen and the CNN Medical Unit producers. They'll share news and views on health and medical trends - info that will help you take better care of yourself and the people you love.


text:
View the status in your mailbox whether your sent emails have been opened. The status will visually be displayed next to the email.
Include your documents and beautifully designed email templates with a single click in your email. Track when the document is opened or downloaded.
Add all your incoming & outgoing emails as contacts in your EngageBay CRM. You can use our other marketing tools to nurture them and convert to customers.
Receive real-time notification pop-ups when someone is viewing your email, an attachment or downloading the email attachment(s).
View real-time email activity and every other detail you need to be on top of the game. Eliminate the guesswork by knowing who opened the email, clicked a link in the email or when an attachment is opened or downloaded.
You can directly access your EngageBay contacts with a single click using the chrome extension.


text: Wisdom teeth are the third molars in the very back of your mouth. Due to several causes, wisdom tooth removal is required sometimes. Removal of a wisdom tooth can be quite painful and sometimes can get complicated. However, it is advisable to consult an experienced and well-reputed dentist to understand …Read More »


text:
Irfan, Mukhammad (2008) ANALISIS PENGARUH TINGKAT INFLASI, KURS TUKAR, DAN SUKU BUNGA TERHADAP REAKSI PASAR (Studi pada Perusahaan Main Board Index - BEI). Other thesis, University of Muhammadiyah Malang.
Download (52kB) | Preview
This survey research, aim to know how the market get reaction and storey or level capital market to be responsive, which measured by the instrument-stock abnormal return level as measurement of market reaction of macro economic factor. Which the type of the reasearch is casuality desaign survey-rationalize of each variable. The hypothesis raised is (1) there are any significant influance about inflation rate, foreign exchange, and interest rate on market reaction, which is simultaneous and partial significant, (2) influation rate is factor or variable the most effected on market reaction. In this research, use regretion analyzer, with, the aim look for relationship influance between independent variable to dependent variable, according to the hypothesis. As empirical statistical, the macro factor or variable; inflation rate, foreign exchange, and interest rate, effected on market reaction as simultaneous, while on partial-there is only foreign exchange that most effected on market reaction as significantly, this matter prove that market reaction on periodictly commerce serial was unpredictable
|Item Type:
|Thesis (Other)
|H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory
|Faculty of Economics and Business > Department of Accounting (62201)
|Depositing User:
|Anggit Aldila
|Date Deposited:
|09 May 2012 06:27
|Last Modified:
|09 May 2012 06:27
Actions (login required)
|View Item


text:
XENIA — The Galion Graders took to the road to face-off against the Xenia Scouts for their final series before the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League all-star break over the weekend.
On Saturday, July 14, the two squads met up for the first of the two games scheduled for the weekend and it would be the Graders staying hot on offense in a 10-4 victory. Galion tallied 15 total hits en route to the 10 runs, despite leaving 14 batters stranded on the base path. Xenia finished with 1o hits to plate their four runs and would leave 11 on base. Both teams committed two errors in the field of play on Saturday.
The Graders wasted no time getting on the scoreboard in Xenia. Jacob Reimold drew a two-out walk before moving all the way over to third on a Juan De La Cruz single. Matthew Detering would lace a single of his own to get Reimold across and give the visiting Galion squad the early 1-0 advantage. Xenia would answer with a run of their own in the bottom of the first thanks to a pair of singles and a wild pitch from Graders starting pitcher Gaetan Sinisgalli to knot the score at one run apiece.
Eric Wentz began the Galion half of the second with a lead-off double and would be followed by a Cole Andrews single to put runners at the corners with nobody out. Austin Harper would drive Wentz in on another single before Todd Sekowski loaded the bases with one out. Reimold knocked a double of his own to score Andrews to put the visitors up 3-1. Another pair of singles, mixed with a Galion error and a walk led to a Scouts run to put them within one run heading into the third.
The third inning would see the Graders record a pair of hits but failing to tack on any runs before Xenia went in order in the home half of the frame. Galion would use that as an opportunity to distance themselves from their hosts in the fourth. Sekowski knocked a one-out single and proceeded to put himself in scoring position by stealing second, his 11th steal of the year. It wouldn't have mattered what base he was on as Reimold took the ball out of the park for his fifth knock of the year to put Galion ahead by a tally of 5-2. Xenia would not have an answer for the long-ball in the bottom of the fourth.
To begin the fifth, Andrews found himself at first after an one-out walk to send up Harper. Harper ripped a double to plate Andrews and extend the Graders lead. The scoring would not halt there though as Harper advanced to third on a Christopher Jordan 4-3 groundout and would later score on a wild pitch. Now trailing 7-2, the Scouts rambled off four singles in the bottom of the fifth but it would amount to just one run thanks to a crafty, 4-6-3 double play by the Galion infield.
Both squads would manage a run apiece in the sixth, even though only Xenia recorded a hit as the Graders scored via two errors by Scouts shortstop Nicolas Tuttle. Throughout the seventh an eighth innings, Galion would tack on a single and a double but fail to add any runs while Xenia posted just one hit, a single, in the eighth.
It was a similar story for the visitors in the top of the ninth. Heading into the final frame, the Graders already boasted an 8-4 but would plate an additional two without recording a hit and held the home team to just one runner in the bottom of the ninth to secure the 10-4 victory.
Sinisgalli earned the win for Galion, going 5⅓ innings and allowing four earned runs on eight hits while walking five and striking out five. Nick Smith finished the contest off for the Graders, scattering two hits while walking two and striking out a pair.
Offensive statistics for Saturday's contest were: Team- 15/43, 10-1B, 4-2B, HR, 10R, 7RBI, 2SB, 8BB and 7K; Jordan- 1B, R; Sekowski- 2-1B, R, SB; Reimold- HR, 2B, 2R, 3RBI; De La Cruz- 1B, R, SB; Vince Donato- RBI; Detering- 2-1B, 2B, RBI; Wentz- 1B, 2B, R; Andrews- 2-1B, 2R and Harper- 1B, 2B, 2R, 2RBI.
Galion 11, Xenia 3
XENIA — The Galion Graders were able to successfully close out the first-half of their season with a victory at the hands of the hosting Xenia Scouts; 11-3. With that win, Galion headed into the all-star break on a four-game winning streak and having won seven of their last 10 games with a record of 16-14. It is quite the opposite for the Scouts as they drop to 9-23 overall and are stuck in a six-game skid, all while dropping nine of their last 10 games.
Unlike their game from Saturday, offense was sparse until later in the contest on Sunday.
Galion would open the game with a run in the first after Reimold, Wentz and Sekowski all racked up singles in the frame to plate one. Both teams would see mutiple baserunners throughout the first four innings but as they headed into the fifth, the score would be knotted at one run apiece.
That is where it all would change as Reimold singled again before moving into scoring position on a wild pitch. Detering would deliver Reimold home on a single of his own before De La Cruz singled and Jordan walked to load the bases but with two outs and only one run across. Harper would walk, scoring Detering and Wentz would walk as well, scoring De La Cruz and leaving the bases juiced. Sekowski would belt a single to score Jordan and the bases remained loaded. That was before Reimold stepped in for his second at-bat in the fifth and scored Wentz and Harper on a ground rule double before the top of the inning concluded but not after Galion racked up six runs on five hits, even while leaving two runners on.
After Xenia went in order in the bottom of the fifth, Donato and Wentz would connect for singles in the sixth and the Graders would tack on two additional runs, while leaving the bases loaded, to stretch their lead to 9-1. The Scouts would also go in order in their portion of the sixth. Galion would strand a pair in the seventh and Xenia would waste a lead-off single in the bottom of that frame to send the game into the eighth with the visitors still up by a hefty margin.
Galion would see two more ground rule doubles in the eighth off of the bats of Harper and Wentz, leading to a run. Xenia crafted their lone run in the home half after two singles and a sacrifice fly brought the contest to 10-2. Donato knocked an one-out double and would later score the Graders' 11th run on a two-out single from Jordan. The Scouts, down to their final three outs and facing an eight-run deficit managed just a single and double for one run in the bottom of the ninth to fall to the visiting Galion squad; 10-3.
Gavin Lewis was handed the ball as the starter for the Graders and worked the first 3⅓ innings Sunday, giving up one earned run on just one hit, walking one and striking out four. Mac Spears came on in relief and would earn the victory after 3⅔ scoreless innings on the hill. Spears, now 3-0 on the season with three saves and an 1.77 earned run average, allowed just three hits while fanning a pair of Xenia hitters. Bailey Durocher got an inning on the mound, surrendering two hits, an earned run and walking two. Jordan tossed the last inning for Galion in the lopsided victory, giving up two hits and an earned run.
Stats for the Galion line-up in Sunday's win were: Team- 17/42, 13-1B, 4-2B, 11R, 10 RBI, 2SB, 10BB, 6K and 16LOB; Wentz- 2-1B, 2B, 2R, 3RBI; Sekowski- 2-1B, RBI; Reimold- 2-1B, 2B, R, 3RBI, SB; Detering- 2-1B, R, RBI; De La Cruz- 2-1B, R; Donato- 2-1B, 2B, R; Austin Hathaway- R; Jordan- 1B, 2R, RBI and Harper- 2B, 2R, RBI, SB.
The Graders finished with no errors in the field and 16 runners left on base while the Scouts scored their three runs on just eight eights, committed one error and stranded six.
After the break, Galion will pick back up on the road for a game with the Southern Division leading Cincinnati Steam (23-9) on Thursday, July 19 at 12 noon. The following day, the Graders will host the Steam at Heddleson Field in Heise Park at 7:05 p.m. A doubleheader at Don Edwards Stadium awaits the Galion squad on Saturday, July 21 as they head down to Newark to clash with the Licking County Settlers. On Sunday, those same two teams will meet again but this time on the Graders home field for a game also beginning at 7:05 p.m.
Follow Chad on Twitter @GalionSportsGuy
Reach Chad at 419-468-1117 x2048


text:
I'm not sure if it's students Googling me before the semester starts, if A Size 18 In Sequins has gone viral, or if it has something to do with making the top 10% in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowship Competition, but my IMDB ranking has suddenly gone up over three million places this week.
Here's a nice little write up about the McKissick Museum exhibition of the Juvenile Arbitration work I was involved with during the summers of 2010 and 2011. Major props to Dr. Olga Ivashkevich for spearheading the workshops!
Here's one of the videos that the teenagers participating in the program produced:
Juvenile Arbitration Drug Use Infomercial from Rebecca Boyd on Vimeo.


text:
**Holiday Deadlines** December 10 is the last day for PHYSICAL ITEMS orders - any physical item ordered after may no longer arrive before Christmas! Join Our VIPs for 15% OFF Your Order + Enjoy FREE Shipping to Canada & USA + Low Worldwide Shipping Rates!
Black Mantilla Infinity Veil, Catholic Chapel Veil for Church by BenedictaBoutique
Sold Out


text:
When Moffitt Cancer Center at Wesley Chapel formed a medical partnership with AdventHealth, the idea was to bring Moffitt's brand of oncology services closer to its patients, said Dr. Timothy Kubal, the cancer center's senior medical director.
"We're coming to you, as opposed to you coming to us," Kubal said, explaining that a lot of Moffitt's patients were coming from Wesley Chapel, Trinity, Dade City or Land O' Lakes.
"We wanted to get closer to the patient and Wesley Chapel was a great opportunity to do that with a partner," he said, during Zoom economic development briefing with members of the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce on April 22.
As one of the nation's top cancer centers, Moffitt wanted to deliver its expertise to patients, rather than them having to drive to its main campus in Tampa. At the same time, Moffitt wanted to partner with a high-quality hospital, he said.
"We can augment what they do; they can augment what we do," he explained.
Moffitt's center is located on the campus of AdventHealth Wesley Chapel, at 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
AdventHealth Wesley Chapel has built an entirely new floor for oncology patients, with the long-term prospect of having up to 50 beds for oncology patients, Kubal said.
The center has 20 exam rooms, 22 infusion bays and a linear accelerator.
"I can treat probably 20 to 30 patients a day on this lin-ac (linear accelerator). It delivers radiation specified to a tumor site," he said. "We can do any body part, from brain to toe, for radiation oncology out here.
The nice thing about being located closer to patients is that they won't have to drive as far each day to receive the treatment, he said.
"For example, you live in Wesley Chapel, you've got a breast cancer. You need 20 treatments over four weeks. You can get it close to your house, as opposed to going into Moffitt, parking your car, getting set up, getting 3 seconds of radiation to hit that tumor, and then doing the hour back.
"We've seen a lot of patients want to transfer their radiation oncology care to this site because they live out in this area. So, this is a big draw. Right now, I think they are 1000% over projected volume.
"Their growth far exceeds what we initially thought," he said.
The center's 22 infusion bays are in an area that gives patients a chance to be able to see outside.
That's important for patients because an infusion can sometimes take up to six hours, the doctor said.
The center will be able to handle infusion services for about 100 to 120 patients a day, he said. At the moment, though, those numbers stand at between 30 to 40 patients day.
In addition to its modern equipment, the center will offer a different oncology approach than what's been available in the area, he said.
"In the cancer community, you either see everything, or you see one thing.
"So, in the Moffitt community, you might just do, for example, right-sided liver lesions. You might just do surgery on the right side of the liver, when there's tumors there.
"In the community, commonly, you're going to do everything.
"But what we've found is that it's hard to do everything. People want to do more than one thing.
"So, what we've done here is we've hired multiple oncologists to do what we call multi-specialists."
Besides attracting patients from Pasco and Hillsborough counties, the Wesley Chapel center has patients coming from Lakeland and The Villages, Kubal said.
People coming from Lakeland say that driving the back roads is quicker than going to Tampa, he said.
He added: "Those Villages people are willing to drive. They like to park their own car, though."
At Moffitt's main campus, in Tampa, patients must valet. At the Wesley Chapel center, they can do self-parking.
Besides liking to park their own cars, people coming from The Villages often have very specific plans for where they want to eat or shop, after finishing their appointment, Kubal said.
But, they aren't the only ones having an economic impact on the area, the doctor said.
"The money I make, it goes back into the community," he said.
"I need to eat. I need to go to the gym. I need to be able to have a meeting and grab a beer at the end of the day. My kids need schooling," he said.
The same economic impacts are true for other staffers, too, because many of them move into Wesley Chapel after they've been hired.
Published April 28, 2021


text:
Art Basel in Miami
December marks the start of Miami-based Art Basel. The event is a convergence of artists from across the globe, allowing them to showcase works ranging from sculptures to film and paintings to photography.
This international art fair features paintings, sculptures, installations and photographs from over 4,000 artists all around the world, transforming the city into a haven for young designers, artists, influencers and brands. Whether you're looking to showcase your art, cash in on the big scene, or feature a new fashion or design collection, Storefront can help you pop up store during the extravaganza.
Even if you're not a retailer in the fine art space, Art Basel Miami Events could be the perfect opportunity for your next pop-up store or event. Here's how and why you might want to open a pop-up shop at Art Basel:
Targeted Audience
Art Basel draws more than 75,000 attendees — that's more than 75,000 opportunities to introduce consumers to your brand, not to mention make a few sales. What's valuable about the Art Basel audience is that it's a specific demographic. You already know information about these consumers: their interest in art and probably a higher-than-average spending power. Plus, this also tells you how to create an experience that they'll not only enjoy, but remember and share.
It's also a global audience, so you're introducing yourself to new audiences elsewhere so they can shop your online shop after they return home from the event.
Who It's Good For
The focus on art and creativity during Art Basel extends to the area's pop-up shops. That, combined with the audience, makes the event an especially viable opportunity for specific types of retailers and brands:
- Fashion brands
- Luxury brands
- Travel brands
Creativity is rewarded here, and it's essential if you want to stick out in a crowd of outside-the-box thinkers and makers. In 2015, for example, the wildly popular #WELLCURATED's salon and pop-up shop was poolside, complete with live music performances.
Many artists themselves are jumping into the pop-up scene too — and they're met with lots of support. Young Artist Initiative, for example, hosted the RAW Pop-Up Store in 2017 that featured up-and-coming artists' works. (Tip: If you don't have art-related products yourself, you could use a pop-up store as an opportunity to show your support for the art community and showcase artists instead of products.)
Find Spaces Last-Minute
Be it your own products or the work of emerging creatives, it's never too late to open a pop-up store of your own during Miami Art Basel. Miami Art Basel Spaces are still available to rent. (Storefront tip: Look for something closer to Miami Beach, since that's where the event is based, and you'll also get additional foot traffic from the area's pedestrians.) Here are our top 5!
- Huge Outdoor Studio and Event Space in Wyndwood
This is an outdoor studio and event space located in Wynwood Art District. Truly an urban oasis, our Backlot offers both flexibility and privacy, in the heart of one of the country's trendiest neighborhoods.
2. Beautiful Miami Beach Event Space
Located in one of Miami's most desirable and beautiful waterfront neighborhoods; Sunset Harbour. This one of a kind event space is perfect to accommodate any request such as a Pop-Up gallery, activation, photo/film shoot, or corporate event.
3. Perfect South Beach Shop Close to Lincoln Road
This space has a spacious ground floor plus mezzanine space just off Lincoln Road. It is steps away from Miami Beach Convention Center and is an ideal location for an art gallery or retail boutique.
4. Prime Miami Beach Boutique in High Visibility Area
This space is a beautiful white box retail space located on the prime intersection with frontage on 8th and Washington Avenue, the main artery connecting South Beach and the Entertainment District.
Storefront Pops Up For Art Basel Miami Beach
Thousands of brands, influencers, artists, and consumers flocked to Miami for Art Basel. Featuring an enormous showcase of art, buzz-worthy galleries, and hundreds of parties. Art Basel attracts people from all over the world, and many brands are cashing in on the scene.
From influencer events to pop-up stores, retailers have booked spaces through Storefront. Right in the midst of the action to attract new customers and build their own buzz. Here are a few:
The Fit Executive
The Fit Executive is a concierge service connecting individuals to alternative medicine experts. Choosing this pop-up space in Miami's Bubble City. The brand wanted to offer a 'reboot' bubble to restore energy and mental focus during Art Basel, providing nutritious food, snacks and treatments.
"All of our business is online and our customers wanted something tangible. We have an online boutique where you can buy all the products from the companies we partner with. We wanted to do something to increase brand awareness and make people health-conscious. Art Basel is a very hectic event and we wanted to create a space to restore," states Nikki from The Fit Executive.
As the brand's first "retail" experience, they wanted to add a different element to the Art Basel Festivities. "The idea is to have a reboot, which is revolutionary here, as everyone is into booze," Natasha Litvinov, the CEO of The Fit Executive, says.
Lames and Nerds is a Florida-based clothing line that sells crewnecks and hoodies for men and women. The company started in 2016 and chose to pop up space for the first time during Art Basel this year.
"I went with Bubble City because it was the most reasonable for space and right next to a major event," states the LERDS CEO. "This is my first official pop-up store but I've done smaller temporary spaces at high schools and at their football games, in Downtown Sanford, FL."
Popping up for Art Basel Miami, the brand wanted to stand out in the Bubble City space. "Different things sell in person and just having the in-store experience gets you closer to the brand," the LERDS CEO adds.
And while he's thinking about opening a brick-and-mortar location, he admits that's a "whole different market." "I just love how easy [Storefront] is. This is my first real business…and Storefront gave me a better idea of what I was getting into."
Attend Other Art Basel Events
If you're not able to make it down to Miami in time, there are other Art Basel events — like the Hong Kong Art Basel, China and one in Basel, Switzerland. Or, make your debut in Miami and reacquaint yourself with attendees at an international Art Basel event to further familiarize consumers with your brand. That consistent presence also associates your brand with a highly regarded industry event.


text:
Site Listings
lawyers.com: Lawyer, Attorney, Law Firms, Attorneys, Legal Information. Lawyers.Com
Attorney, lawyer, and law firm directory to find a lawyer, attorneys, and local law firms. Lawyers.com is the #1 lawyer directory.
inter-lawyer.com: The Inter-Lawyer Group - Law - Tax - Immigration - Intellectual Property Netwo
World legal info - Worldwide Law Firms Network - Online Legal Journal - laws, lawyers, law firms, law offices, attorneys, international advocates, barristers...
martindale.com: Lawyers Find A Lawyer, Law Firm, Attorney &Amp; Legal Services: Martindale
martindale.com helps corporate counsel and law firm lawyers connect with lawyers and firms. We are the destination for buyers of legal services.
Add Site or Add URL to Submit Site to the Lawyers and Law Firms Directory


text:
Who Needs Witches?
October 21, 2010
When you have friends who know how to cast a spell, there is no need for Witches.
Marijke cast a spell:
"Hocus, pocus, pilatus, pas, ik wou dat de tweede sok af was! (I am sending you a Dutch spell that should ensure that your 2nd sock will be finished in no time.)"
And the second sock (leg) WAS finished very quickly.
To insure the rest of my sock knitting would be pitfall free, spells were cast by Laurie,
"We cast our own spells at Rhinebeck for you. All wishes will be granted!"
and Lucia.
"Yarn and roving, cashmere, silk,
Help Margene, you green-faced ilk!"
When I return, if I return, to the land of Green Faced Witches, I will be armed with good wishes,, and good spells, from dear friends. Who needs anything more?
Both heels were turned last night. I am officiall caught up! But, there is a lot of foot to come (times two!). Any help will be welcome, grrls.


text:
Pitch perfect: 'Love Rocker', by Owen Bullett Studio and Heerenhuis
For Wallpaper* Handmade X, sculptor Owen Bullett and table manufacturers Heerenhuis devised a rocking chair for two
Symmetry and balance. These are words that British sculptor Owen Bullett uses a lot in describing both his design for the 'Love Rocker' – created in partnership with Belgian table manufacturers and wood specialists Heerenhuis – and the collaboration itself.
On a typically grey Flanders day, Bullett is sitting on a table in the Heerenhuis workshop in a warehouse 25 minutes from Antwerp's city centre, carving hefts out of an assemblage of wooden semi-circles that will, in a matter of days, become his contribution to our annual Handmade exhibition in Milan. Made from lightweight Thermowood (created by taking wood, in this case, African oak, and baking it at 200°C for a week until there is no moisture left in it), the chair is a lighthearted take on the theme of this year's exhibition, love. Much like a seesaw, the rocker only really functions if two people are sitting in it. 'That's part of the humour of it,' says the east London-based Bullett, whose sculptural pieces often play with ideas of tension and balance. 'At the moment, if you're a Brit coming across to the continent, you've got to have a good sense of humour.'
The piece is made up of thick semi-circles of wood, which have been laminated together to create a mirrored, symmetrical structure. The straight edges form the seat and the back, while the curved rocking edges have a dappled surface, made by hand using a rotary cutter. A subtle gradient in the wood is created using oils, applied by Heerenhuis' 'oiling magician', Mustafa. The lamination technique harks back to Bullett's early career. Freshly graduated from the Royal College of Art and with limited resources, he had to work out how to turn affordable flat planks of wood into three-dimensional artworks.
The finished chair represents what Bullett describes as 'a really wholesome collaboration'. It is also an unlikely one. Heerenhuis is a singularly-focused business – its tagline is 'We make tables. That's what we do' – and it has only collaborated with an external designer once before. Bullett is not new to the idea of making furniture, and his studio regularly produces pieces for other designers to supplement its income, but he is very definitely a sculptor rather than a designer. Then again, this kind of unlikely but fruitful partnership has been a hallmark of the Handmade exhibition over the last ten years.
'The first email contact from Geert [Legein, Heerenhuis' co-founder] said, "We make tables. We hear you're interested in making a seat. How do you suggest we proceed?"' says Bullett, while sitting in the Heerenhuis office drinking coffee with the company's other founder Louis Van Haesebrouck. 'We share a great love of wood, so that was the starting point for everything. Right from the start, there was this idea of something having two parts. I was interested in it from a conceptual side, having these two entities that work together to create one thing, this idea of being in the same moment but looking in different directions.'
It was Heerenhuis that introduced Bullett to Thermowood. 'We are always thinking about the practical side. In this case, firstly the weight,' says Van Haesebrouck, who can reel off the cubic weights of different woods at will. He compares the semi-circles to half table tops. 'You could make ten small tables out of them – it's half a restaurant!'
The collaboration seems to be opening the business up to further experimentation. Currently, most of Heerenhuis' products are designed by Legein, a former antiques dealer who started the company as an antiques business in 1978 before turning to manufacturing its own pieces in 1998. 'We are hoping that this is just the start,' says Van Haesebrouck. 'We are open to change, but we have to find a compromise, because we have to find a balance between what we want to be as Heerenhuis and what is possible in design. Maybe in six months, you will see a Heerenhuis by Owen.' §


text: Wood has traditionally been used for fuel, especially in rural areas. In less developed nations it may be the only fuel available and collecting firewood is often a time consuming task as it becomes necessary to travel further and further afield in the search for fuel.[109] It is often burned inefficiently on an open fire. In more developed countries other fuels are available and burning wood is a choice rather than a necessity. Modern wood-burning stoves are very fuel efficient and new products such as wood pellets are available to burn.[110] Charcoal can be made by slow pyrolysis of wood by heating it in the absence of air in a kiln. The carefully stacked branches, often oak, are burned with a very limited amount of air. The process of converting them into charcoal takes about fifteen hours. Charcoal is used as a fuel in barbecues and by blacksmiths and has many industrial and other uses.[111] Wood smoke can be used to preserve food. In the hot smoking process the food is exposed to smoke and heat in a controlled environment. The food is ready to eat when the process is complete, having been tenderised and flavoured by the smoke it has absorbed. In the cold process, the temperature is not allowed to rise above 100 °F (38 °C). The flavour of the food is enhanced but raw food requires further cooking. If it is to be preserved, meat should be cured before cold smoking. Fuel is any material that stores energy that can later be extracted to perform mechanical work in a controlled manner. Most fuels used to convert fuel into energy include various other exothermic chemical reactions and nuclear reactions, such as nuclear fission or nuclear fusion. Fuels are also used in the cells of organisms in a process known as cellular respiration, where organic molecules are oxidized to release usable energy. Hydrocarbons are by far the most common source of fuel used by humans, but other substances, including radioactive metals, are also utilized. Wood fuel is wood used as fuel. The burning of wood is the largest use of energy derived from a solid fuel biomass. Wood fuel can be used for cooking and heating, and occasionally for fueling steam engines and steam turbines that generate electricity. Wood fuel may be available as firewood, charcoal, chips, sheets, pellets, and sawdust. The particular form used depends upon factors such as source, quantity, quality and application. Sawmill waste and construction industry by-products also include various forms of lumber tailings. Some consider wood fuel bad for the environment, however this is not the case if proper techniques are used.[1] One might increase carbon emissions using gas powered saws and splitters in the production of firewood, but when wood heat replaces carbon-producing fuels such as propane, heating oil or electricity from a coal-burning plant, then wood burning has a positive impact on the carbon footprint. Wood may be used indoors in a furnace, stove, or fireplace. Wood also may be burned outdoors in a campfire, or bonfire. Wood is the most easily available form of fuel, requiring no tools in the case of picking up dead wood, or little tools, although as in any industry, specialized tools, such as skidders and hydraulic wood splitters, have been developed to mechanize production. The discovery of how to make fire for the purpose of burning wood is regarded as one of humanity's most important advances.


text:
Employers - Frequently Asked Questions
Click the question below to view the answer. If your question is not answered below, please contact hire(at)abilityjobfair.org.
What technology do I need to participate in the career fair?
To attend the job fair you will need:
- Desktop computer, laptop computer, tablet or smartphone
- Webcam and Microphone
- Chrome or Firefox browser
How is the ABILITY Job Fair different from other online job fairs?
ABILITY Job Fair is the only accessible online job fair that incorporates video, chat, real time captioning and sign language interpreters.
Is Zoom similar to the ABILITY Job Fair?
Zoom is a single or group video platform. ABILITY Job Fair (AJF) is much different. Replicating the actions of an in person career fair, AJF is a face to face video experience with an individual recruiter and job seeker. Job seekers wait in a queue for their one on one meeting, if a sign language interpreter is needed a third video appears. Also AJF's platform allows candidates to leave a video message for the recruiter. During an AJF, due to the security firewalls, Zoom should not be opened.
How much does the job fair cost?
While there is a cost to participate, you will have substantial savings of time, travel an other costs associated with a typical job career fair. Additionally, there is no additional cost for sign language interpreters if the candidate is deaf or has hearing loss. See EEOC Litigation.
Click here to contact us for details.
Do Job Seekers indicate what jobs they are looking for?
Yes, Job Seekers complete a full profile with their resume and information relevant to their job search.
How many companies usually participate in a job fair?
Typical participation has ranged between 7 to 11 companies.
I am only hiring locally. How many job seekers are from my area?
ABILITY Job Fair can target specific areas as well as nationwide candidates willing to relocate.
We will not know the full count in your area until we promote the job fair to job seekers. We promote it several times before the day of the job fair. It's like the movie says, "If you build it, they will come".
Registering in advance of the job fair gives our team ample time to promote your company's participation locally and nationwide.
How do you reach Job Seekers?
ABILITY Job Fair promotes through abilityJOBS.com, ABILITY Magazine, alliance partners and social media.
What other companies are participating in the job fair?
Typically, ABILITY Job Fair has a variety of employers, large and medium size companies, including businesses, government agencies and non-profits. You'll be in good company.
How many job seekers participate?
Past career fairs ranged from 600 - 1,000 registered job seekers.
How long does a typical job fair last?
Two hours. Employers may choose to extend that time up to two hours for a total of 2, 3 or 4 hours. There is no additional charge for extended hours.
Start time for all ABILITY Job Fairs: 10am PT | 11am MT | 12pm CT | 1pm ET
What skills, professions and education levels are job seekers?
Candidates are actively targeted prior to each job fair to correspond with the requirements of employers. We have entry level to seasoned professionals and GED to PhD. Requirements can include region, essential skills and education.
What if there are more job seekers than time permits?
If the job fair ends before a job seeker meets with a recruiter, the job seeker has the ability to leave a 3-minute video message that will be delivered to the recruiter.
How long does an employer have access to video messages?
Videos stay on the server and are accessible to download up to 30 days after the job fair.
What companies/employers have participated in past career fairs?
We work with fortune 500 and small businesses. Some past featured recruiters: Waste Management, PG&E, Verizon, Facebook, Aetna, Huntington-Ingalls, Bank of America, Oracle, National Institutes of Health, US Army, more…
Do we have to pay for a sign language interpreter?
No. For the job seeker that needs a sign language interpreter, we will provide at no additional cost.
What are the demographics of job seekers?
ABILITY Job Fair taps into the abilityJOBS.com resume bank, the largest resume database of job seekers with disabilities, with the following demographics:
• Post-Secondary Education 91%
• Degrees 54%
• Advanced Degrees 18%
• Experienced (non-manager) 39%
• Manager 15%
• Executive 3%
Additionally, each job fair is marketed more broadly for candidate types as per recruiter requirements such as skill sets, industry, experience, etc.
Can recruiters view candidates resumes?
Recruiters get resume access the day before the job fair, however since job seekers register right up to the day of the event, an updated database will be available the day after to include all candidates. Recruiters get all registered job seeker data (profiles with resumes) in two forms, a spreadsheet and a searchable database.
(This is Not the abilityJOBS.com database)
Recruiters also get video messages from people who were not able to reach the recruiters. Video messaging stays open several hours after the job fair closes to allow candidates to give more than their resume in seeking employment.


text:
The Dead Come Calling by C.C. Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Title: The Dead Come Calling
Series: The Wraith Files #2
Author: CC Wood | @cc_wood
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Release Date: December 12
I'm Zoe Thorne and I speak to the dead. Unfortunately, dead isn't always synonymous with good-natured. In fact, most of the spirits I meet have dirty minds and a tendency to create
mischief and mayhem.
For the past two months, I've been traveling with the cast of The Wraith Files, a paranormal investigation web show. Stony and Blaine are like the perverted, annoying brothers I
never had. Our boss, Malachi Flemming, well, he makes my heart beat faster and my hormones dance.
During a break from filming, I've returned home to my resident ghost, Teri, an exotic dancer who died thirty years ago. I'm on a mission to find the man who murdered her and see
that justice is served.
Preoccupied with my search for a killer, I'm unaware that something dark and twisted lies in wait for me. Not one, but two faceless entities intent on terrorizing me before moving
in for the kill.
With unseen enemies shadowing my every move, it's time to discover how deep my abilities run. I need every bit of power I possess…or I'll be taking my place among the dead.
My thoughts
This was a wonderful story to read and an excellent addition to "The Wraith Files" by C.C. Wood!
The story and writing were good, and once again the author has provided her readers with colorful and entertaining characters.
Teri is a hoot!
But, the best part of this story is the chemistry between Zoe and Mal.
This is a slow burn romance and the characters in this book spend most of the time circling one another.
I really enjoyed the secondary characters in this story, they added a lot of flare to the story.
A great read!
I look forward to reading the next book in the series!
"A copy of this book has been provided by the author in exchange for an honest review"
This book is being promoted by


text:
Chris Robshaw will captain England in the RBS 6 Nations.
The Harlequins flanker retains the armband after leading his side to two wins out of four in the autumn internationals, including that memorable victory over world champions New Zealand.
It will be the second year in succession the 26-year-old has led his country in the Six Nations.
Head coach Stuart Lancaster said: "Chris stepped into the role 12 months ago when we were building a new team and he has grown as a captain on and off the field.
"He showed those leadership qualities during the QBE Internationals and especially against the All Blacks when the whole squad got behind him.
"We have a number of leaders and I know they will all take this team forwards with Chris as we look to kick on from that result."


text:
Alaska Photography Trips
Alaska has long been known as 'The Last Frontier.' Its size and diversity is so immense that it is downright overwhelming. And perhaps Alaska should be overwhelming considering all that is located here. The 49th State is the country's largest, encompassing 663,268 square miles, which is over twice the size of Texas.
The sheer volume and variety of wildlife in Alaska is incredible. With a wide-open landscape and a coastline that spans over 6,500 miles, Alaska meets the needs of a diverse group of creatures to flourish. Bears thrive here. An estimated 30,000 brown bears live in Alaska while polar bear live and hunt on the edges of arctic pack ice. The icy waters of Kenai Fjords are perfect for marine wildlife including Orca & Humpback Whales, Sea Lion, Otters, as well as a variety of seabirds including Bald Eagles and Horned Puffins.
The Northern Lights are a spectacle all on their own when the night sky fills with a tidal wave-like storm of color. Interior Alaska is large and sparsely populated making for good night sky viewing and is arguably one of the best places in the world to witness the Aurora. The immensity of the landscape here combined with the variety of awe-inspiring things to see and do make Alaska a place that requires a great deal of time. Just one visit here is simply not enough to see it all. Join us in the last great wilderness – the Land of the Midnight Sun.


text:
I have a really sweet friend named Lee Ann! Lee Ann just got married to a great guy! She decided to throw him a surprise birthday party and asked me to make it! 🙂 So sweet!
Allan is a HUGE Longhorn fan as well as a golfer. The bottom tier of the cake is French Vanilla with Cream Cheese Filling and the top tier of the cake is Butter Pecan with Pecan Praline Filling.


text:
How does this work?
Amazon donates 0.5% of all purchases you make.
- You shop at smile.amazon.com, AND
- You designate the International Myeloma Foundation as your preferred charity.
Is there a difference between Amazon and AmazonSmile?
Nope, they are the same! Same products. Same Prices. Same Service
How do I ensure that all my Amazon purchases ALWAYS donate to my charity of choice?
It's simple. When shopping at Amazon, just type in smile.amazon.com. If you have chosen the IMF as your designated charity, Amazon will save your choice. This way, you can give to the IMF, each time you shop.


text:
I'm great in the morning, I eat clean and feel good! Lunch comes and I usually have something planned and I'm good. Afternoon snack comes and I have wonderful healthy choices, I eat and I'm still hungry DANGER ZONE!!!
This is the time in the past that I could eat my whole kitchen and if I'm being totally honest I still do sometimes but I have learned a trick that has saved me MANY, MANY TIMES!
Lots of veggies and my new favorite dressing is my secret weapon. Classic Ranch by Bolthouse Farms has only 45 calories for 2Tablespoons I'm in ranch heaven! I sometimes just dip my veggies or make a big salad and I consider this my appetizer. I continue eating veggies all the way to dinner
Do you have a dangerous time of the day and what do you do to keep from ruining all your hard work with one hour of lost control?
Jeremiah 29:11
11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.


text:
We are searching data for your request:
Upon completion, a link will appear to access the found materials.
During summer 2015, North Carolina beach towns became Amity Islands with the number of shark bites reported in June alone setting a new state record for the year. It's possible that weather and climate could have been to blame for the spike in shark activity. How, you ask?
Sharks Like It Saltier With Low Rainfall
One weather type that impacts shark activity is rainfall, or rather, the lack thereof. Without rain falling into the ocean and diluting it with freshwater, the salinity (salt content) of ocean water close to shore becomes more concentrated, or saltier than usual. So anytime there's a dry spell or drought, sharks - which are salt-loving creatures - are drawn closer to shore in greater numbers.
Hot Temperatures Tempt Us Into Their Territory
Ocean waters are a shark's domain. Beaches are our summer vacation meccas. Beginning to see a conflict of interests?
Summer holds the perfect storm of ingredients to bring sharks and humans together. But while summer alone encourages shark-human interactions, unusually hot summers generally guarantee it. Consider this… On an 85-degree day, you might be happy to lounge in the sand and take the occasional two-minute dip in the ocean to cool off. But on a 100-degree or hotter day at the beach, you're more likely to spend the entire day wading, swimming, and surfing in the waves just to keep cool. And if you, along with all the other beachgoers, are spending more time in the water, the chance of someone having a run-in with a shark just increased exponentially.
La Niña Provides Feasts for Sharks
A shift in wind patterns can also draw sharks to near-shore areas. For example, during La Niña events, the trade winds strengthen. As they blow across the ocean's surface, they push water away, allowing cold, nutrient-rich waters to rise from the ocean bed to the surface. This process is known as "upwelling."
The nutrients from upwelling stimulate growth of phytoplankton, which serve as food for small marine creatures and fish, like mullet and anchovies, which in turn are shark food.
Keeping Your Beach Visit Shark-Free
Besides being shark aware during periods of drought or reduced rainfall, heat waves, and during active La Niña events, take these 5 simple precautions to reduce your risk even further:
- Don't swim at dawn or dusk - the two times of day when sharks are most active.
- Don't go farther than knee-deep out into the ocean. (Sharks rarely swim in shallow waters.)
- If you have a cut or an open wound, stay out of the water. (Blood attracts sharks.)
- If you notice a lot of small bait fish swimming around, leave the water. Sharks feed on them and may be attracted to the area. Similarly, don't swim near fishing piers as sharks can be attracted to fishing bait and fish guts (from caught and cleaned fish).
- Keep out of the water when a marine life warning flag or sign is raised - no exceptions!


text:
This mother days delicate necklace featuring a silver plated necklace with a round charm engraved with mother quote : Always my Mother, Forever my Friend. The quote on the charm engraved with a beautiful hand lettering calligraphy, making it perfect gift for mothers day from her children.
Necklace : 18 inch ( 45 cm )
Charm : 22 mm
3-5 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Please contact me if you have any problems with your order.


text:
CrystalsReturn to Chemistry Index
Therese Donatello Archbishop Weber H. S.
5252 W. Palmer St.
Chicago IL 60639
(312) 637-7500
The Jr. High students will be able to:
1. Identify patterns in solids.
2. Compare the patterns to basic models of the six crystal systems.
3. Distinguish the various crystals that make up rocks.
4. Realize that gem stones are usually made from minerals and sometimes
from rocks.
Materials Needed:
large mineral specimens eye droppers
rock specimens water
magnifying glasses stereoscopes
stereo pictures of rocks, minerals & gems stereo glasses
large & small styrofoam balls toothpicks
sodium chloride scissors
epsom salts glue
glass slides thumbtacks
candles cardboard
matches petri dish
forceps beads of various sizes
1. Review of solids
a. Place a petri dish containing different sizes of beads on the overhead
b. Ask the students how the particles would move in a gas, a liquid, and a
c. When the particles in the solid are moving slowly show how they start
arranging themselves into an orderly pattern. Tell them this orderly
pattern is seen in solids called crystals.
d. Point out that particles in a solid are held close together in fixed
positions by forces that are stronger than those between particles in
a liquid or a gas.
2. Patterns
a. Using 4 large and 4 small styrofoam balls have the students attach them
to each other with toothpicks so that no 2 balls of the same size are
attached to each other.
b. Ask the students to name the shape of the structure created.
c. Ask them to arrange the balls again into a different structure.
d. Ask them what shape the second structure would have if they used more
balls in the same way.
e. Make sure that they see a pattern in the structures they make.
3. Crystal formation
a. Using forceps take one pinch of sodium chloride and place it on the
slide. On another slide do the same thing with the epsom salts.
b. Observe each material under the stereoscope.
c. Draw the structures seen on each slide.
d. Using an eye dropper place a drop of water on each slide and stir until
the solid dissolves.
e. Light the candle with the match and using forceps to hold the slide
gently heat the slide until the water evaporates.
f. Observe each slide again. Then draw the structures again and compare
them to the original drawings.
g. Point out that the crystal patterns are the same but the sizes may
4. Crystal systems
a. Cut out the patterns for the 6 crystal systems and fold and glue them to
form three dimensional figures.
b. Cut out the pattern for the contact goniometer and glue it to the
cardboard. Attach the pointer to the measuring part with a thumbtack.
c. Place one side of the goniometer on one side of the crystal model and
the pointer on an adjacent side. Read the angle on the goniometer.
d. Crystal system angles
(1) The isometric, orthorhombic, and tetragonal systems have 90 degree
(2) The hexagonal system has 60 degree angles.
(3) The monoclinic system has two 90 degree angles and on oblique
(4) The triclinic system has three oblique angles.
5. Crystal comparisons
a. Take a large quartz crystal and count the number of sides and measure
the angles between two adjacent sides using the goniometer.
b. Compare the readings for the models and determine what system quartz
c. Do the same thing for the calcite crystal.
6. Stereo pictures
a. Place each lens of the stereo glasses over the same section of each
b. Move the lenses to match the distance between your eyes. The pictures
should look 3 dimensional. Ask if they can see the number of sides and
angles on the pictures of minerals.
c. Look at pictures of rocks in the same manner. Ask if the crystals in
the rocks all look the same. They should not look the same since rocks
are mixtures of minerals.
d. Look at pictures of gems in the same way. Ask if they think gems are
rocks or minerals. Most are minerals since the properties will be the
same. This makes it easier to work with the material.
7. Identifying crystals in rocks
a. Using a magnifying glass look at a piece of granite. Ask if any of the
crystals compare to the models studied previously. They should be able
to see the quartz crystals.
b. Do the same thing with marble. They should be able to distinguish
Performance Assessment:
Samples have been brought back from the recently discovered planet "Olympia".
Your job is to set up a plan by which you can: (1) classify the samples as
minerals or rocks; (2) place any crystals in the correct crystal system.
Students should have plans that show that various minerals make up rocks and
by measuring the angles on the crystals and then comparing them to the crystal
models they can be placed in the correct system.
Horowitz, Irving. Earth Science Investigations. Amsco School Publications,
Inc. New York: 1973