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It seems to have been raining, grey and cold forever. However, I have photographic evidence of a bright Monday's visit to Chelsea Physic Garden. There, I removed my coat and felt the promise of sun on my skin.
Schools organise academic years through seasons; autumn to spring to summer. Britain's sleet grey winter days preclude their own school term because a 'carrot lure' of spring is too important.
As a teacher, I was startled by the change evident in my students at this time of the year. They grew physically, while their learning and growing independence were noticeable. It's the same with the garden. We spent a soggy Tuesday afternoon stocking and replacing essentials for this year's work. Our determination is to grow vegetables that will thrive and we like to eat, and flowers that encourage wildlife and pollinators.
Barnaby Lenon, Chair of the independent Schools' Council and former Headmaster of Harrow School hit the headlines recently. He proposed that GCSE and/or A-level students should have a 7- hour a day study routine in place over the spring holiday:- Advice to revise seven hours a day over the holiday. While an educator, I encouraged families to regroup during public holidays. Games, food, projects and times together, revive and reinforce. We are all healthier through periods of leisure, a chance 'to breathe'. Teaching and learning are constant throughout our lives. Cramming or 'propping up' have no place in children's education.
Spring into some books
Billy's learning is supported by an obsession with Sir David Attenborough and a daily swim. These conceal concerns about his mother's health and fears of Jamie Watts' bullying in the masterful Fish Boy. I took ages to read this title, recommended for readers aged from 10 years. Rather like a talking mackerel, it worries and lingers.
Holidays, especially at this time of the year, suggest a need to read deeply. I am amidst another title by Laura Amy Schlitz at the moment; Mr Bookwagon accused me of ' adoring my new discovery.' However, we 'adore' every writer of books on our shelves.
A welcome return of two favourites
One is Jan Fearnley. This writer accepted my invitation to lead two school workshops at two different schools. They were riotous and wonderful. Her books are joyous, clever, and so satisfying, rather like the food she includes, often. Her latest picture book title we present proudly is:- Oh me, oh my, a PIE!
Like Mrs Bear, I've been baking over the holiday, but brownies, rather than pies. It was an obstacle course to find cake tins in my kitchen cupboards. They do not contain magic tricks, unlike the tin found by Francis and Alex in Heather Dyer's captivating The Boy in the Biscuit Tin. It is really gratifying to rediscover this author. Like Jan Fearnley, she was a welcome guest to a school in which I worked at the time of publication of another of her titles, The Girl With the Broken Wing. .
Initiating Bookwagon, a priority was to find quality books for newer readers, those aged from 6 or 7or 8. Too often, the most popular titles are repetitive, disrespectful or reliant on lame jokes. Heather Dyer's books are imaginative and satisfying.
Adding quality books for newer readers to our wagon
We're proud of the range we've developed in our newer readers' category. Another recent inclusion is Attack of the Woolly Jumper: A Roman Garstang Adventure by Mark Lowery. Mr Bookwagon was really tickled by the first book of this series, The Jam Doughnut That Ruined My Life and keen to read on.
I was similarly enthralled by Sarah Lean's series about Tiger Days. We join this character in Tiger Days and the Secret Cat as she gets to know her grandmother, May Days, long absent through African wildlife work. Now May Days is restoring a neglected woodland home, which offers Tiger opportunities to explore. It is a gentle, interesting series. The second book, Tiger Days and the Midnight Foxes continues with Tiger's discoveries from the opening book. All four books are available from Bookwagon.
Teaching, I recommended Diana Hendry's books to readers frequently. It is a pleasure to see her return with a great new series. Oliver Coggins lives with his eccentric family in Dizzy Perch, high above a small seaside village. In Out of the Clouds Oliver recovers his overlong absent researcher Pa from the Scottish wilderness. In Whoever You Are Oliver, alone, is suspicious of the visitor claiming to be Ma's favourite writer. He is determined to reveal her while protecting his father from an old adversary.
Non-fiction reports
There have been tremendous developments in non-fiction writing for children. We were excited to take delivery of The Zoological Times: The Animal Kingdom's Wildest Newspaper, a newspaper style animal information book. It offers ample opportunity to revisit, learn and reinforce understanding. It includes facts, anecdotes and puzzles. This is a sustaining title for newer readers aged from 7 or 8 or 9 years.
Readers of this age and older will love Rescue and Jessica: A Life- Changing Friendship. This true story reveals the training of Rescue, a black Labrador, alongside the recovery of Jessica, injured in the Boston Marathon bomb attack, whom Rescue supports. This is a satisfying story, lovingly and bravely told.
Mr Bookwagon enjoyed Gareth P. Jones' The Thornthwaite Inheritance, ideal for readers aged from 9 or 10 years with an appreciation of an Addams' family, black humoured plot! Further gore is available through The Yark. The title creature hungers for a scrumptious, beautifully behaved child. When he tracks one down finally, he's perturbed to find she trusts him, despite his base instincts!. With crafty, Carroll- like vocabulary and Packham style illustrations, ' The Yark' is reminiscent of works from the Victorian age.
Words, words, words
The studied interpretations, presentation and forensic wordplay offered in Apes to Zebras An A-Z of Shape Poems by Liz Brownlee, Sue Hardy- Dawson and Roger Stevens are bewitching. This is a 'forever' poetry book to hold the interest of even the poetry shy.
I spent an afternoon reading What a Wonderful Word. This includes a selection of about thirty unique, untranslatable words from around the world, examining their background and setting, and curious usage.
Daniel Egnaeus' magnificent picture book These Are Animals offers animal sounds, habitat and movements of its subjects in an original and wonderful manner. It's like onomatopoeia in pictures and facts! This picture book is an ideal gift for infant and younger readers.
Once the gloom lifts and we can get outside, I'll take Carter Higgins and Emily Hughes' advice to 'take time and look at the sky'. In Everything You Need for a Treehouse, they encourage readers to contemplate the true potential of a treehouse. We are drawn beyond the grim reality into something inspirational and tingling. I love Emily Hughes' picture books. We have waited for her latest title for some time. It is beyond my expectations. This book is for those readers who know that space and dreaming and wonder are what makes the world goes round. We are reminded of this through hints of spring, and during holidays.
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The Best Trails for Off Roading Fanatics
Spring is finally HERE! While for some people that means spring cleaning, here at TMS, we're thinking about getting dirty! Who needs clean baseboards when you can have muddy riding boots, right? So while you're praying to the gods of the outdoors for a long and glorious mud season, check out our list of the best UTV/ATV trails in the USA!
1. Paiute Trail
Located in South-Central Utah, the Paiute trail stretches for almost 300 miles across the Utah countryside. Frequently regarded as one of the nation's best trails, it was even cited by ATV Illustrated Magazine as one of the best places to visit on four wheels. Spring is notoriously the best time to explore the trails, so make your plans early!
2. Ride Royal Blue Resort
Ride Royal Blue isn't your typical private resort in Tennessee. You're bound to see less white robes and towels at the spa and more mud covered boots on the porch. Ride Royal Blue boasts more than 600 miles of trail systems over 200,000 acres of land. Best of all, they have areas for every skill level, so this can be a trip for the whole family as well as all of your friends.
3. Little O ATV Trail
Located in Michigan, the Little O ATV Trail is an awesome ride through Huron-Manistee National Forest. It is a 41-mile loop with tons of different terrain types. You can tear it up across the sand, open fields and through thick forests. What the Little O trail lacks in size, it more than makes up for in diversity in your scenery. So if you're looking for a truly scenic ATV experience, this is a great choice.
4. Ocala National Forest
Florida might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of ATV's and UTV's, but the Ocala National Forest will make you a believer. The Ocala North OHV trail offers 125 miles of trail systems through the beautiful natural Floridian forests. When you're done for the day, you can also enjoy any of the 600 lakes, rivers, and springs for a fun summer getaway.
5. Upper Black Rock Canyon
California is known for its diverse terrain and impressive natural landscapes. The Upper Black Rock Canyon is no exception. In addition to beautiful hiking trails, there is also approved spaces for ATV and UTV usage. The former route for pioneering Americans in the mid-1800s is now also an excellent place to take your ATV and UTV for some great trail runs in your off-road vehicle.
6. Hatfield-McCoy Trail System
Located in West Virginia, the Hatfield McCoy system is laid out over 700 miles of trail systems. The trails will take you all over West Virginia and into many ATV-friendly towns and communities where you can patronize local businesses. The trails are well maintained, and the paved roads into town are just as friendly. Road driving is permitted in some areas, but make sure you know the local laws before you ride by the local jail.
7. Brimstone Recreation Area
The Brimstone Recreation Area can be found in northeastern Tennessee. 300 miles of ATV and UTV trails glide past amazing riverside views and mountain passes that will leave you awestruck. If you want to challenge yourself with some serious elevation changes in your trails, this is the right vacation destination for you and your land rover.
8. Moab
Moab, Utah is a scenic destination fit for all sorts of folks, ATV and UTV enthusiasts included. Referred to as the off-road capital of the world, Moab offers views like no one else can offer for your off-roading experience. While there are many approved ATV and UTV maintained trails, it should be noted that riding within the national parks is strictly prohibited.
9. Bar 10 Ranch
The Bar 10 Ranch in Mesquite, Nevada is really bar-none when it comes to ATV experiences. ATV tours of the Ranch which get views of the Grand Canyon can last between 1.5 hours to full day guided tours on their trail system that tops 90 miles of breathtaking views of a natural wonder of the world.
10. Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area
The AOAA trail system in Pennsylvania is one of the newest ATV paradises in the country and has recently been named one of the top 10 ATV sites you need to visit in the country. The AOAA is a system of trails over 6,500 acres in eastern Pennsylvania, there are over 250 miles of riding trails available for every skill level.
11. Imperial Sand Dunes
Just north of the Mexican border is one of the best UTV/ATV trails in the
12. Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
The Oregon dunes are a fun experience for almost anybody. There are hiking trails, place to swim and take the boat out, and most importantly, riding trails. The dunes extend over 40 miles, and can be as tall as 500 feet, making it not just fun, but also challenging. This is another great place for the whole family, whether everyone rides, or it's just you, there's something for everybody.
13. Kipu Ranch
I don't know about you, but I think I'm in need of a tropical vacation. If you're feeling the same way, you might want to check out the Kipu Ranch in Kauai, Hawaii. As one of the best UTV/ATV trails in the USA,
14. Maine
The entire state of Maine is like a sanctuary for mud. If you want to have a religious experience with dirt this riding season, look no further. There are 6,000 miles of trails (seriously, 6,000) across the state and countless social events associated with riding. There are more than 200 social clubs for riding, so if you're looking for a mud Mecca, you've found it.
15. North Country ATV Trail
The North Country ATV Trail located in Stratford, New Hampshire, near the Canadian border, is the most beautiful part of the middle of nowhere. If you're looking for a peaceful ride in the beauty of pure, unfiltered nature, this is it, my friend. Find out why New Hampshire is home to so many gasoline-enthusiasts this Summer and on the list of best UTV/ATV trails in the USA. An important note about this trail is that is closed during mud season due to the environmental impact. It is open almost year-round, but closed from early spring to early summer to help conserve the trails.
This Isn't Your Dad's Bicycle Trail
Sure, mountain biking and hiking are fine, but if you're looking for a place to fling some mud and see some beautiful country, check out these awesome places. If you're looking to have a real adventure, meet us where the trail starts!


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The community have rallied together to help transform a slightly dilapidated allotment, into an area with raised beds and quiet areas for residents at Ringshill Care Home in Huntingdon to enjoy.
Katie Wilkinson, Home Manager explained: "The residents at Ringshill want to get more involved with growing their own vegetables to use in the home, so I spoke to the local community to see if we could make use of the allotments which were next door to the home.
"The response from the community was brilliant. Special mention has to go to the Co-Op, as two of their stores local to Huntingdon raised money to help rejuvenate the allotment. The team at the stores helped to tidy the allotments, making it safe for our residents to use. I want to say thank you to everyone for their help. The residents are already talking excitedly about having a place to go and enjoy the summer months, plant a variety of vegetables and embrace everything green fingered."
Paul Slade, Operations Manager for the Co-Op said: "This has been a fantastic project for everyone at the Co-Op to get involved in. I've spoken to the residents, and seeing their faces light up as they talk about what they want to grow in the allotment and what they could do with the space. Their reactions make this project worthwhile."
The allotment was opened in style with the team, residents, the community and local Mayor coming to enjoy the BBQ.
Katie Wilkinson added: "I want to thank everyone for attending the event. You have no idea how much this allotment will mean to our residents."
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Addrien Marx - Best Qualified for HD92
I endorse Addrien Marx for House District 92 because of her long experience as a successful businesswoman in Seeley Lake, because she values wild country and because she has stepped up to the plate to serve our communities in many ways.
Addrien knows that if we are to have vibrant communities in rural Montana with good jobs and schools, we need to protect the recreation opportunities that open lands provide and that fuel our economy. Our livelihoods and our sense of well-being depend on our ability to maintain our clear lakes and streams, access for hunting and fishing, trails for hiking, c...
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Here in the U.S., in our safe insulated little world, we tend to forget the deadly seriousness of what is going on in protest torn Iran right now….with thousands of demonstrators saying their presidential election was stolen. And to gather and say it out loud, is very very dangerous indeed.
This is brought home in a shocking manner…by a cell phone video that captured the death of a young woman named Nada….who seems to have been just watching the demonstrations with her Father, when she was shot…a witness says, by an Iranian policeman or militiaman, on a rooftop. The video I'm linking to here is graphic…I warn you of that in advance…but it speaks volumes about what's going on over there. Troubling, dangerous times indeed. If not for cell phone video, and the web….we would have little knowledge of what's happening….but governments that would do so, haven't yet found a way to completely circumvent technology. Thank goodness.


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Dr Ravi Gowda
Children travelling present their own challenges. I guess as parents you can't love 'em and you can't leave 'em. So when you have no choice but to take your kids on your exotic travels, follow these top travel tips to ensure they have a great time but also come back safe and well.
Diarrhoea is the commonest illness in children who travel. Infants are best protected by breastfeeding where possible. The old adage…'If you can't cook, peel or wash it then forget it'… still applies. Diarrhoea can be serious in children and result in dehydration so it's important that you pack oral rehydration therapy such as Dioralyte
Malaria and other diseases spread by bugs
Malaria is serious tropical infection spread by mosquitoes. Children should be given medicines to prevent malaria if they are visiting a country where malaria exists. Your local travel health specialist can advise you on this. No malaria drugs are 100% percent effective so it's important that they wear long sleeves and insect repellent containing 50% DEET. This is safe in children older than two months. It will also protect your kids from other insect borne infections such as Dengue and Lyme disease. Children should also sleep under the bednets at night.
Rabies is more common in children because they are more likely to pet dogs and cats. Rabies is deadly and occurs in many popular holiday destinations. If your child is bitten or scratched by an animal then they should be assured that they won't get into trouble and should tell you immediately. Bite wounds should be washed with soapy water and urgent medical advice should be sought as post – exposure vaccinations will be required.
This is the leading cause of death of children abroad with drowning being the second. It's therefore paramount that you use age-appropriate car seats and may need to take them with you as they may not be easily available in some countries. Children should always be supervised when playing near water and wear life-vests
Routine and travel vaccinations
Where possible you should ensure routine childhood vaccination schedules are completed. You should also discuss with your travel clinic to see what travel vaccinations you require, at least 4 to 6 weeks before you travel. If you are a last minute traveller, it's still worthwhile receiving vaccines.
Dr Ravi Gowda is a Consultant in Infectious Diseases and Travel Medicine and is also the Medical Director of Travel Klinix, Coventry. Travel Klinix offers travel health advice, vaccinations and health screening. If you would like to book a free consultation you can enquire at https://travelklinix.com/booking-enquiries/ Tel:02476 016519, www.travelklinix.com


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Writing means having authority, which isn't always the same thing as being an authority. One of the challenges of writing anything—fiction, nonfiction—is learning to trust your inherent ability to figure out what you don't know, because sooner or later the not-knowing is going to smack you in the face.
Writing mysteries and thrillers is newer for me, and taking on the Pretty Crooked series and my most recent WIP felt like a huge leap of faith. Sure, I had faith in my command of the language, but I had serious, keep-me-up-at-night-sized doubts about my ability to craft a story in a new genre, especially one that was as complex as mysteries and thrillers. (This is not to say I have completely mastered it. I haven't. I'm learning new stuff every day, and it's a process. Even writing entries like this one sometimes feels hard because I'm still like, really? I'm supposed to be giving advice here?)
What I've come to realize is that authority is kind of a fake-it-til'-you-make-it situation. And truthfully? I don't think there's anyone, published or not, who doesn't have the sneaking suspicion that they're about to be unmasked as some kind of fraud.
I remember last summer when a bookseller referred to me for the very first time as the author of Pretty Crooked. I immediately felt so intimidated by the label I wanted to run away. Never mind that it was completely accurate—I'd written the darn thing. She was holding the ARC for crying out loud.
A year later, it finally feels more comfortable. I'm an author. I'm even a mystery/thriller/contemporary author. And hey, if you call me that, I might even nod and smile.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Author? Who Me?
Posted by Elisa Ludwig at 5:00 AM
Labels: author life, authority, Elisa Ludwig, labels, Pretty Crooked, writing mysteries
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Love this post, Elisa. I can relate.ReplyDelete
I think, too, the particular logistical challenges of mysteries and thrillers can make it especially hard to take that leap of faith, as so often we have to privilege our left-brain thinking to get the details right.
You're an author, all right!
Thanks so much! I don't know if it ever sinks in fully! You'll have to let me know this time what you think next year...ReplyDelete
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This video is about wire fraud- what it is & how it can affect you.
QUICK NOTE: As I prepared to do this vlog, I received an email from an escrow officer in Las Vegas whose email signature had been swiped and slightly altered so the phone number was off by a digit or 2. They were trying to get me to download something but her email signature contained this:
"**Be aware! Online banking fraud is on the rise. If you receive an email containing WIRE TRANSFER INSTRUCTIONS call your escrow officer immediately to verify the information prior to sending funds.**
Section 1 of Chapter 355 prohibits data collectors doing business in the State of Nevada from transmitting any personal information through any electronic, non-voice transmission (except fax) to anyone outside their (the data collector's) secure system unless encryption is employed"
You JUST CAN'T make this stuff up!!!
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How Does Calamine Lotion Really Work? An Expert Weighs In
No matter how cautious we are, we all, at some point or another, played victim to bug bites, sunburns and other skin ailments inflicted upon us by Mother Earth. Perhaps this is her payback for some of the ways we mistreat her, or perhaps it is to teach us a lesson — read: apply your sunscreen, wear your bug spray and steer clear of anything that resembles ivy or oak leaves the next time you go on a hike. Regardless of the reasons for why we itch, we can all agree that the moment when we finally find some form of relief from these ailments is pure heaven, which is why calamine lotion is our best bet.
This thick, pink creamy lotion is often recommended to help temporarily relieve the itch from bug bites, poison ivy and more. But have you ever wondered what gives this magical anti-itch potion its powers? Us, too, so we talked to board-certified dermatologist and Skincare.com consultant Dr. Dendy Engelman to find out what calamine lotion is and how it works to defend our skin against the itching sensations that are all too familiar in the summertime.
"The main ingredients in calamine lotion are zinc oxide and ferric oxide, or zinc carbonate," Dr. Engelman explains. What do each of these ingredients have in common? All house antiseptic, astringent and antipruritic properties, making them perfect for those itchy bug bites. You can use this daily wherever temporary itches occur, although if the sensation persists, talk to your dermatologist.
Whether you are an outdoorsy person or not, the next time you make a trip to your local drugstore, you may want to pick up a bottle of calamine lotion, or order one like Caladryl online, to keep in your emergency kit at home. Because you never know when you might need it.
Have a bug bite and don't have calamine lotion on hand? Check out Dr. Engelman's tips for a homemade tincture that can help temporarily relieve the itch!
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Teddy's was a burger legend in Hawaii for 10 years before spinning off mainland locations in Bothell, Greenlake, and Woodinville. Once you get past the perverse notion of putting island fruit between beef and bun, the burgers deftly walks the line between salty and sweet. This is a six-napkin feast, though: Even if you opt for the dainty five-ounce patty (Teddy's serves up seven- and nine-ounce versions as well), the mixture of sauces and juices is more than the buttery-soft bun can absorb. But it's a mess worth taming in the name of blazing new trails in burger consumption.
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Jang Kun-jae is a Korean independent filmmaker. In 2009 he took on his own story with his feature directorial debut, Eighteen (2009); which won the Dragons and Tigers Award at Vancouver International Film Festival 2009, the Nuovo Cinema Award at Pesaro Film Festival 2010, and was in official selection at Rotterdam, Hong Kong, Buenos Aires and more than 15 other international film festivals. His second feature, Sleepless Night (2012), a semi-autobiographical story about his married life, was released in over twenty countries, as well as receiving prizes and awards at Jeonju International Film Festival 2012, Edinburgh International Film Festival 2012, and Nantes Festival des 3 Continents 2012. His third feature, A Midsummer's Fantasia (2014), co- produced with Japanese filmmaker Kawase Naomi, was an indie hit in Korea in the summer of 2015, gathering an audience of more than 36,000; an extraordinary achievement for an independent film. The film has been hailed as 'one of the most accomplished in modern Korean cinema', and various film critics, journalists, film associations and cinema audiences ranked the film as one of the top 10 films of 2015.
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2014 / Korea, Japan / Feature / 96 min
A Korean Film director, Kim Taehoon plans to shoot his new film in a small local city called Gojo, Japan. He travels with his assistant director, Park Mijeong to do research prior to scriptwriting. They travel through several villages that are declining, and interview some local residents there. Most people say there is nothing special about Gojo. Along the way, Kim and Park meet a municipal official, Yusuke and a middle-aged man, Kenji, and are deeply impressed by their stories. The night before director Kim is to leave Japan, having a strange dream, he wakes up in the middle of night, and looks up at the night sky in Gojo.
2012 / KOREA / Feature / 65 min
Hyunsoo and Joohee in their 30s have been married for 2 years. Hyunsoo is working for a anchovy processing factory, and Joohee is a Yoga trainer. Their wedding anniversary is coming in a few days.
2009 / KOREA / Feature / 95 min
Tae-Hoon and Mi-Jung are both eighteen and in love. During winter break they go to the beach to celebrate their 100 days together as a couple. But once they come back from their trip, they are forced by their parents to never see each other until they become college students. Mi-Jung begins to avoid Tae-Hoon afterwards. And Tae-Hoon begins to wander around Mi-Jung. Winter turns to spring, and Tae-Hoon and Mi-Jung both turn nineteen.


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The Springboard women's development programme
Springboard is a leading UK-based women's development programme designed by Jenny Daisley and Liz Willis, for women. The British Council initiated the programme to help Arab women to release their potentials and achieve success in both their personal and professional lives.
The programme has won several international awards. It has been running around the world for different organizations including universities, government departments, city councils and banks. Some of the participating organizations include HSBC and the BBC.
Hundreds of employers have sent their female staff on the Springboard programmes and have benefited of their staff being highly motivated and much better at communication.


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Using Social Media on Campus
It is well known that today's younger generations use electronic devices and social media much more than any previous generation. Pictures, thoughts and interactions online are part of daily routines. It has become a way of life, and many students cannot imagine their social interactions without it. In fact, because of its prevalence among college students, professors have even tailored their lessons around it, successfully integrating social media into their teachings.
With so much freedom in the online community, social media has also seen a rise in criminal offenses. Students may feel protected behind a screen and say o r do things that they normally wouldn't. There is a misconception that online interactions are completely separated from physical interactions, and some students may not be aware they are committing a crime while others just don't think they will be caught.
There are legal limitations to online interactions, and the following social media related cyber crimes could end with large fines, required community service, or even jail time:
- Cyber Bullying and Threats
Cyber bullying is the most commonly reported crime on social media. Disagreements can sometimes lead to escalated verbal interaction that can include threats, harassing or stalking from one or multiple users. All of these are considered cyber bullying and can carry criminal charges along with school discipline.
- Fraud and Hacking
Friends commonly seize opportunities to "hack" an open social media account and post silly or embarrassing things. There is generally no harm done and the action is forgiven. If the action was done maliciously and the wronged party feels embarrassed and stigmatized, this simple act could be considered a crime. Criminal convictions can also occur if a student tries to impersonate another student on social media, uses a fake account to deceive people, or otherwise tries to trick people into giving money, objects or information.
- Illegal Purchases
Social media sites can be used to buy or sell illicit substances because they are such powerful tools to connect people from all walks of life. It is illegal to partake in any activity online that is illegal in person.
How Can Social Media Affect Me on Campus?
Some social media interactions are criminal offenses and will be handled by not only the school administrative panel, but by local law enforcement. The two will work together against the student to administer discipline within the college and criminal conviction in the courts. Students should consult their school's code of conduct to know what is considered a social media crime by their college and what disciplinary actions will be taken.
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Happy 40th Birthday, Bernardston Senior Dining Center!
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- Published: 17 March 2017
The Bernardston Senior Center is located in the former Powers Institute, a school built in 1857 that closed a century later in 1957. Shirley (Tyler) Tuttle, age 80, graduated from that school as an 18-year-old "senior" in 1956 and returned decades later as a "septuagenarian" senior. She remembers what the space looked like before it was remodeled. "The kitchen was the typing room," she says, and, pointing toward the entrance, "the bathrooms were the principal's office." Upstairs housed the schoolrooms for the seventh and eighth grade students, she recalls, the main room held the eleventh and twelfth graders, and the ninth and tenth grade students learned their lessons in what is now the dining room. In that room, Shirley now volunteers on Tuesdays and Fridays, helping to prepare for the lunchtime meals by doing "anything that needs to be done," she says, such as setting up the tables, putting out desserts, and wrapping bread.
On this particular day in February, the ROMEOs (Retired Old Musicians Entertaining Others) are performing, and the senior center attendees are saying a fond farewell to 95-year-old Rod Krug, a ROMEO himself, as he prepares to leave for a new life in Florida. "It's made my days much better by coming here," he says. Rod lost his companion of 23 years, Arlene Senser, over the winter holidays. The two were loyal attendees and supporters of the center – "I worked down in the basement [on carpentry projects]; she worked up here" – and they helped get the Powers Institute in good shape when it opened to house the senior center. "We shopped all over for tablecloths," he says, gesturing to the tables around the room. "Place came alive after a while. It gave you a good feeling all the time."
Roberta O'Keefe is 96. For fifteen years, she has been coming to the Bernardston Senior Center at least once a week, usually more often, and she stays for lunch. Though she still cooks for herself, she enjoys the congregate meals for seniors. "On the whole, they're very good," she says of the meals, adding that she appreciates the low-salt content, good portions, and friendships she has formed here. "It's so helpful to go be with other people," says Roberta. "They're like your family. This keeps you really in touch with the world."
The broccoli bake, a quiche-like casserole with egg, broccoli, and cheese, is well-loved by Roberta and the other attendees. Ellen Spring, the dining center manager, counts it as one of her favorites, too. Ellen has been serving seniors in her role for two years. "The people are just fantastic," she says.
Nora Bixby, a retired nurse, feels that the meals are nutritious and well-balanced. She comes for lunch about three times a week. As a former Meals on Wheels volunteer driver and Citizens Advisory Board alternate member, she understands the importance of the Nutrition Program at LifePath, which operates the dining centers as well as the Meals on Wheels program. Both programs offer more than a meal – they give elders a chance to be social with their neighbors or a friendly driver. "Some seniors who don't come here, the seniors who are at home – they're very isolated," she says, but having a friendly driver check in on them while delivering a hot meal helps to enhance their wellness.
"The real strength of the meals program is the fact that you have Meals on Wheels going to homes when people are less able to go to congregate meals," says Dianne Cornwell, the council on aging director in Bernardston. She appreciates the "wonderful partnership" between councils on aging with limited resources and LifePath.
If you'd like to come by for a lunchtime meal at the Bernardston Senior Center, Mondays through Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., call Ellen at (413) 648-5319 one serving day in advance to reserve your spot.
People age 60 and older and their spouse of any age are welcome to attend. There are no financial eligibility requirements or cost for the meal, though voluntary donations are accepted. You do not have to live in the community where you dine.
To inquire about a senior luncheon club or dining center in your area, contact the Nutrition Program: Contact us. Read more about the program here, find menus here, and find a complete listing of locations here.


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Money, Finance, and the Real Economy
What Has Gone Wrong?
Money matters… but so does finance! Starting with the link between money and economic activity, this study shows how today's financial systems have shaped the way that monetary policy is transmitted to the real economy. The information gathering and decisionmaking processes within the financial system play a key role in determining both how credit is allocated and how the risks implied by credit are borne. The study points to what went wrong during the credit boom of the 2000s, which was the counterpart to a huge accumulation of savings, concentrated mainly in emerging economies. This accumulation could well continue. Making better use of the coming savings is a challenge that authorities will have to meet if they want finance to better serve the real economy.


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Ebay Value: $70.57
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Reservoir: 106 oz
PC: 22 oz
Gun: 34.5″ x 5″ x 12″
Weight Loaded: 12.1 lb
Weight Full: 10.7 lb
Weight Empty: 3.8 lb
Pump Volume: 1.1 oz
Pumps to 100%: 21
Pump Stroke: TBM
In 1998 Larami released one of the greatest waterguns of all time – the CPS 2500. The 2500 was basically just a CPS 2000 mk2 with new colors and a nozzle selector. Sometimes you don't have to change much to create a whole new classic. The three new nozzles give the user more flexibility in battle, but the 2500 is still overcharged on power at the extent of shot time.
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Ten times is probably the best nozzle for most respawn and elimination games. I'm not the biggest fan of the 20x. I feel like 10x does enough damage on its own, and it just doesn't compare to 2000's stock nozzle in range or output. Five times is not a bad nozzle, especially when outnumbered or facing lighter armed opponents.
The firing valve is responsible for most 2500 repairs that I've heard of, or had to do on my own. It's not uncommon for the rubber seal to become misaligned. With that one exception I'd have to say that the 2500 is one of the more durable blasters I've encountered. The long, straight forward, design makes the body sturdy and also helps make it maneuverable for its size. Especially more so than say, the Monster X.
Kids may have difficulty moving the 2500, but teens and adults shouldn't have a problem with it. Use your maneuverability to weave in and out of the fight and give devastating blows. Just make sure to pump between tap shots, because the 2500 is thirsty, and there's truly no ammo conserving nozzle available!


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Here's how you can help tuna this World Tuna Day!
Today is World Tuna Day. The UN observes the day to raise awareness of global overfishing of the species, fished to the brink for human food – primarily canned tuna and sushi. Not only are tuna fished unsustainably, they're also victims of poor welfare fishing practices and catch methods that cause suffering to them and thousands of other animals every year that die as "bycatch". They are also taken from the wild and farmed in sea pens, causing years of suffering.
Tuna are amazing fish; some species can swim up to 43 miles per hour (crossing oceans in just a few weeks) and can grow larger than a horse! They live in large shoals, hunting together, and even cooperate with dolphins for protection from sharks. They're warm-blooded, unlike almost all other fish, meaning they can swim faster and further without restriction of water temperature. They are also vitally important to their ecosystem, as both predators and prey. Adults are one of the most important ocean predators and juveniles provide food for sharks, whales and other tuna.
Sadly the number of tuna caught every year is huge. So many are killed that only their collective weight is measured, which comes in at millions of tonnes per year.
Catch methods include primarily purse seine nets (enormous nets that engulf whole shoals of fish), longline fishing, and, to a lesser extent, pole and line, gillnet and troll fishing. Juvenile bluefin tuna, which are extremely profitable when sold, are also rounded up by purse seine ships, "ranched" into sea cages and left to grow for a couple of years to increase their value.
Purse seining sees fish slowly being engulfed in a net which gradually closes, becoming tighter and tighter as the fish are hauled to the boat. This causes acute stress and panic amongst the school, causing the fish to swim as individuals and leading to scale loss and damage and fin breakage as the fish are crushed together. These nets may also be thrown onto dolphins in order to catch tuna that swim beneath them; similarly, Fish Aggregating Devices – which attract many species of fish and marine life – often leads to bycatch and death of other animals. 5% of global bycatch comes from tuna fisheries and includes sharks, rays, seabirds, cetaceans, baitfish and discarded tuna species.
In longline fishing, live bait is attached to submerged hooks that attract tuna but also other species, impaling them for what can be hours or days, resulting in severe injury, prolonged suffering and death.
Bluefin and yellowfin tuna are farmed in coastal sea pens with severe consequences to their welfare, the environment and other fish stocks. Breeding and farming of bluefin in complete captivity is also beginning on farms in Spain and Japan. For animals that would naturally travel hundreds of thousands of miles across oceans in their lifetime, being confined to a sea cage is unnatural in the extreme and causes untold suffering. Not to mention the environmental toll: for one fish to put on a kg of bodyweight, 15.8kg of feed fish (sardines, squid and mackerel) must be caught. Further, waste and chemicals used to deal with algae and disease leak from the sea pens into the sea, polluting the surrounding areas and causing negative impacts for neighbouring sea life.
You can reduce the demand for tuna products starting on World Tuna Day by switching to a fish-free alternative, like our delicious chickpea tuna. Check out loveveg.uk for plenty of cruelty-free fish alternatives and our recipes that are so good you won't tell the difference. You'll question why you didn't give up eating fish sooner!


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A couple of hours before the show, I run into KTZ's Sasko Bezovski and he walked me to the bus station. It came to me later, on my way on route 25, how he hadn't seemed the slightest bit worried, nor anxious or concerned – excited, yes, and confident: like he knew something I didn't. And well, he did. The invitation to begin with, came through the post as a monochrome Rubik's Cube, a riddle, and nobody I'm sure knew what to expect. We were none the wiser as we took our seats at the Old Sorting Office venue, but as soon as the lights went on and the first model walked in, there was no build-up: it was immediately clear we were witnessing something radical, uncompromising and unfiltered. The silhouette of the villain was declined in all of his glory – mainly focusing on Kubrick's notorious, quintessentially British Alex DeLarge, complete with bowler hat, umbrella and boots, the waxy rubber capes of later looks could easily recall Roger Rabbit's Judge Doom. Clothes with the potential to unnerve the people you'll share an elevator with: KTZ's fall collection speaks of a brand whose underground roots reach deeper than you might have thought, and haven't been shaken one bit by the pull of success. Majestic, though, as their shows often tend to be, a profusion of pieces followed and referenced each other in a decidedly stratified, almost chronological arrangement – as if each theme was a milestone in a personal formative journey, starting from the pixelated but unmistakable portraits of the likes of Lenin, Mao and Marks applied in patches over pockets and sleeves of a formal double-breasted jacket.


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Luther Seminary's Communion Bread
Ingredients and Method ~
Sift dry ingredients together three times:
- 2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup white flour
- 1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
- Stir in 4 teaspoons oil
Set aside. Mix wet ingredients together until dissolved:
- ¾ cup + 2 Tablespoons very hot water
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 3 Tablespoons molasses
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix well. Dough should be slightly sticky. Do not knead.
Method ~
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Divide into four balls and flatten each into a 1/4 inch thick disk. With a knife, score the top of each loaf into eight pie-shaped sections, so that the sections can be more easily broken off while serving. Alternatively, you could score a cross onto the loaf. Lay the loaves on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and brush the tops of the loaves with oil. Bake an additional 5-8 minutes. Let cool.
Yield: four 8 oz. loaves. Each loaf serves 60-70 people, depending upon the size of the piece given. The loaves freeze well.
A well-known, well-used, well-loved recipe
Luther Seminary's communion bread recipe has been used here for more than 20 years. It is baked by Luther Seminary dining services staff and served as part of our weekly Holy Communion service in chapel each Wednesday.
This recipe is known throughout the country as one of the best tasting and easiest to make. It's become quite popular! In July 2003 Luther Seminary dining services staff baked an estimated 675 loaves and Fed-Ex-ed them to the ELCA's youth gathering in Florida for their mass Eucharist!


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Iraqi forcse begin huge operation against ISIL in Haditha
Iraqi armed forces have begun a massive operation in the city of Haditha in efforts to purge various regions of the city from ISIL Takfiri terrorists, local authorities announced.
City Mayor Abdul-Hakim al-Jugheifi also emphasized that local al-Jughaiefa tribal forces were participating in the operation with Iraqi government forces.
Al-Jugheifi was further cited as saying in a report by the local al-Sumarriya news network that the major military operation started Sunday morning backed by air support from Iraqi air force in order to flush out the terrorist forces from Barwana, al-Lous and al-khafajiya districts of al-Haditha.
According to al-Jugheifi, Iraqi air force pilots targeted terrorist positions in Barwana resulting in columns of smoke and fire bellowing from their destroyed fortifications.
Other news agencies also reported on Sunday that US warplanes have also engage in aerial bombing of ISIL positions around the strategic al-Haditha Dam in a bid to assist with the advance of the Iraqi armed forces.


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Interviewer: So, for people that are reading this and they're now convinced that they want to have an initial free consultation with you what's the best way for them to get in touch with you?
Carl: Well the best way is to call the number on my website or you could send me an e-mail. I am available for free consultations at people's convenience. You either could either come to the office or we can find a locations that's close to where you, your home or work.
If it's just difficult to get away, very often I will meet in a place convenient for my perspective clients. I'll come close by to them, so that we can sit down and go over everything. I do ask that when we do go over everything, that you have all the paperwork that you were given. So I have the best picture I can of your case and I can begin to advise you when we first sit down.
Interviewer: So, you'll meet people if it's convenient for them. They don't just have to go to the office to do the initial consult right?
Carl: Exactly. I will absolutely come to them, if that's more convenient for them.
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Take 5: JDR's Gaming Conclusions - 12/04/19
A regular look at gaming-related stories from the past week or so whereby conclusions are drawn from anything and everything. These may be incredibly well reasoned based on events from the week. Alternatively, they may be highly speculative, drawn from very little evidence. More likely, they will be somewhere in between.
Conclusion One: The greatest moment in Esports' history…
Now we have new footage and oh dear lord. I defy you to watch it and not have every hair on your body stand-up, tingle, and generate an electric field of goodness all over as the fight moves through rounds one, two and then three, where we see what is unequivocally the most incredible moment in Esports' history, if not gaming. Namely, the moment Daigo Umehara, playing as Ken, parries Chun-Li's special move as actioned by Justin Wong. The game, by the way, is Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.
Seriously, even if you've seen it, watch it again as per this new footage.
If you haven't seen it? Strap the heck in and get ready for a (sweary) mouthful of total amaze.
Conclusion Two: You can change your PSN ID — at a cost
It's been a long time coming, but you can now change your PSN ID on Sony's PlayStation Network. Would you want to? Quite possibly, if you've had it for a decade and want it to be something a bit less puerile. Should you? Well, that depends on how attached you are to certain games.
It turns out that the list of games considered to be "Critically Affected" on Sony's blog is not insignificant. Changing your PSN ID could potentially cause you to lose both your progress, in-game (earned or purchased with real money) currency, and even worse, "incur permanent game errors or data loss". The list of games this affects are:
- Disc Jam
- Everybody's Golf
- Just Dance 2017
- LittleBigPlanet 3
- MLB 14 The Show
- MLB The Show 16
- MLB® The Show 15
- The Golf Club 2
- Worms Battlegrounds
There's an even bigger list with less severe issues, such as settings being reset or previous IDs remaining visible, but the games on these list include mainstream titles such as Grand Theft Auto V and Dark Souls II and III. The full lists can be found on Sony's blog — if you decide to alter your PSN ID and encounter any problems with games either on these lists or ones not included, drop us an email or leave a comment and we'll follow up. Good luck!
Conclusion Three: Activision will pay you a dollar a day for your health data...
...and that data may be incredibly personal, according to a report by the Washington Post. In its piece, it is revealed that health-monitoring software has been used at Activision Blizzard since 2014 when Fitbit trackers were actively encouraged among its employees. From there, the publisher moved on to monitoring sleep, diet, mental health — and even pregnancy tracking.
If you're pregnant or trying to get pregnant, Ovia lets you record intimate details of your daily life from the start of attempting to conceive until birth. You can also register your sleep cycle, weight, how often you have sex and even what your cervical fluid looks like. The reward for storing all that information in the cloud? A dollar per day. In return, Activision get an anonymised, aggregated version of the data which highlights — amongst other things — high-risk pregnancies, average time to conceive, length of time to return to work, and more.
VP of global benefits Milt Ezzard spun the story in a positive light when talking to the Post, saying "Each time we introduced something, there was a bit of an outcry: 'You're prying into our lives.' But we slowly increased the sensitivity of stuff, and eventually people understood it's all voluntary, there's no gun to your head, and we're going to reward you if you choose to do it." He added, "I want them to have a healthy baby because it's great for our business experience, rather than having a baby who's in the neonatal ICU, where she's not able to focus much on work."
Concerns have been raised about the use of this data by companies like Activision, with privacy advocates highlighting the potential for discriminating against employees who are pregnant, given the numbers will likely be far smaller than non-pregnant employees. Women are still not paid in parity with men, and some companies may be reluctant to invest in staff who may be planning on being away for a year or more to start or grow a family. Security is another concern: similar apps have been caught sharing data with Facebook in the case of Flo, or had such lax security that a single email address of a user would be enough to access their Glow account. Is one buck a day worth the risk? That's up to Activision employees to decide.
Conclusion Four: You'll be waiting for Dragon Age 4 for a while
Anthem may be out of the door but the repercussions of launching the online-only (and sadly average) space action RPG are still being felt. This week saw a report from Kotaku detailing the impact that getting BioWare's last couple of titles into people's hands had on one of their biggest franchises: Dragon Age.
A teaser for Dragon Age 4 was shown at the Game Awards, sparking a lot of interest in a franchise which (second instalment aside) has garnered a feverish devotion from fans — myself included. As a fantasy lover, the IP ticked all of the right boxes in bringing the spirit of Baldur's Gate to the next generation and onto consoles and both the first entry and Inquisition were superb, if very different games. Yet it seems that the first build of Dragon Age 4 became a victim to Anthem's development, as well as that of Mass Effect: Andromeda. This earlier game required the whole Dragon Age team to move onto it in order to see it over the finishing line, a process repeated in 2017 when the initial build of Dragon Age 4 was cancelled to help the ailing Anthem.
So what could we have expected in that first build? A smaller, more reactive game, where you play as a group of Tevinter spies, in areas which changed over time prompting repeat play. It sounds fantastic, but since Anthem caused it to be effectively canned, we have no idea what the next iteration of Dragon Age will look like. And going by the issues at BioWare, we're unlikely to find out for some time.
Conclusion Five: Forking hell, Shenmue 3 is going back there...
Depending on your disposition, Shenmue is one of the best games of its generation, or a sluggish, woefully plotted mess, or perhaps a bit of both. One thing's for sure, though: nothing divides fans like the discussion of the forklift driving sections in that first game.
And in news which is likely to either overjoy fans or send them into fits of rage, it appears that the most impractical racing vehicle since Mario Kart's Dry Bomber is returning to Shenmue. A new screenshot released by Koch Media this week sees protagonist Ryo comfortably seated in one of the god-awful contraptions.
Does this mean we're going to be subjected to more illicit (and mandatory) races, just to proceed with the story? I really hope not. The trailer released last month doesn't give us any clues either. Are you happy about forklifts coming back? If so, please explain why in the comments. We'll arrange for a doctor's appointment to be made for you immediately.
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The simple answer to this question is yes. Every business today should have a blog of some sort.
We've all heard of blogs, but what is a blog? The word blog is short for Web log. Started a few years ago by someone that thought all of their friends should know their thoughts and feelings-like reading their diary.
The blog has developed into a communication vehicle for not just individuals, but businesses as well. Whether you sell to consumers or to other businesses, a blog can be an effective way to casually provide information and opinion to your customers.
Many smalller businesses may find it difficult to find the time to blog often. If that is the case, do it when you have a topic that is relevant for your clients. That may be daily or it may be monthly or less often. If your clients know that from time to time you will be providing information in a blog, they will look for it.
The mistake that I often see is the infusion of personal issues into blogs. Any time you are writing creatively it is always good to infuse some sort of "personal" knowledge or experience. It makes the information more believable. However, you should leave business blog topics to business related information. That doesn't mean you can't use a topical theme to make a point (see my blog about American Idol.) But don't write about your son's baseball game or daughter's dance recital unless it somehow relates back to a business topic.
Recently I had a bank senior administrator ask me whether a blog would be good for their business. I told him it absolutely was a necessity in today's competitive financial environment. A blog personalizes a business that in most cases, seems exactly the opposite.
Even if you manufacture steel for a widget company, a blog will make your business seem more in tune with customers. It will give you a way to positively address those nagging questions that they have or even answer product use questions.
Be creative with your blogs and people will continue to come back time after time. You will be seen as the expert in your field, no matter what field that is.
What do you think about businesses blogging and how it can help or hurt them? I want to hear your thoughts.
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First-day customers at the Datec Megastore Internet cafe.-Pictures by AURI EVA
Another first for PNG at Datec is the Bose range of audio equipment
The Apple iMac, the ultimate all-in-one desktop computer is now available at Datec in a first for PNG
Customers filing out of the new Datec Megastore yesterday with boxes of hi-tech goodies
Datec PNG today achieved a monumental milestone by openings its state-of-the art Megastore at Gordon along the Poreporena Freeway.
The Megastore, which is open seven days a week is located at Steamships commercial property development in Gordon, and heralds a new dawn for information and communication technology (ICT) in
The complex also houses the brand-new Datec Leaning Centre which aims to bring world-class ICT education to PNG.
Datec chief executive officer Bhanu Sud was a relieved man today after months of hard work in the lead-up to today's opening.
"Datec has achieved a monumental milestone by opening its state-of-the-art Megastore that is focused on our customers enjoying e-lifestyle experience," he said.
"This is the biggest one-stop shop in PNG.
"There's enough parking space for over 60 customers."
The new Datec Megastore is 50% bigger than the old one and will enable the company to showcase its full range of products and offerings.
"We're committed to providing our customers with a one-stop shopping experience," said retail director Rob Masters.
"We represent some of the leading brands like Canon, IBM, Lenovo, HP, Microsoft and a host of other smaller brands and pride ourself in being a one-stop shop through our new store and our showroom in Lae.
"We realise that there is a growing need in the small to medium business and in the home for latest technology products like PCs, notebooks, scanners, UPS, communications products, entertainment, digital photography and multi-media solutions.
"We represent PCs and notebooks from leading industry manufacturers such as IBM, Lenovo, Acer, and our recent additions the Apple iMac and MacBook range…"
"In addition to these leading brands, we also assemble our own brand of PCs, the Datec iSystem in both standard and build-to-order models, which gives both quality and cost-effective solutions.
"We carry a full range of networking communications multi-function printers, digital cameras, multi-media solutions and more recently the Sony range of products to our line."
Hundreds of excited customers flocked into the Megastore today to see Datec's latest hi-tech offerings.


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Citrus Heights dental practice helps patients avoid need for emergency dental treatment
Hospital emergency departments across the country saw the number of patients seeking treatment for dental pain jump dramatically from 2000 to 2010 (from 1.1 million to 2.1 million incidents). Emergency departments are not usually equipped to provide emergency dental treatment, so care generally consists of pain medication, antibiotics, and referral to a dentist – an appointment that may not be kept, resulting in a return trip to the ED. Yet most urgent dental situations can be prevented with regular dental care services at Sacramento Natural Dentistry in Citrus Heights.
Preventing dental issues
The most common dental emergencies involve toothache, abscess, or trauma. Any of these situations leave you in physical and emotional distress until treatment can be performed. They require time out of your busy schedule and involve substantial expense. For example, a broken or infected tooth may require extraction, at an average cost of several hundred dollars and a few days of recovery time. Wouldn't you rather avoid the discomfort, inconvenience, and expense?
The team at Sacramento Natural Dentistry can help, with:
- Defensive tactics – A biological approach to dental care recognizes that whatever is going on in your mouth affects the rest of your body. The reverse is also true. We stress whole body nutrition to nourish the mouth and all other functions of the body that support it. This results in healthier gums and stronger teeth, reducing the chance of dental emergencies. Regular professional cleanings with gentle techniques such as ultrasonic scaling and ozone therapy help to keep the oral cavity vital, without the use of harsh chemicals. Our hygiene team also provides hands-on instruction in proper brushing and flossing technique, and advice on products that do not disrupt the biological terrain of the mouth. If you are a bruxer (clench or grind at night) or play contact sports, a custom-fit mouthguard can avoid stress fractures, gradual dental deterioration that has a way of making itself known suddenly, and traumatic injuries.
- Early detection – Often the difference between a small, scheduled treatment and a big, emergency procedure is catching the problem early. Many factors influence dental health from genetics to stress, spinal alignment, and environmental circumstances, so all problems cannot be avoided with good home hygiene and a healthy lifestyle. With regular checkups, gum disease, dental caries, potential oral cancers, and bite and alignment issues can be identified early, when treatment is least invasive and most effective.
- Effective treatment – Sacramento Natural Dentistry provides a range of dental care services to repair problems that do occur, restoring oral function and the appearance of your beautiful smile. We are a mercury-free and mercury-safe practice. No amalgam fillings are placed. Instead we use BPA-safe composite resin filling materials that blend unnoticeably with the color of your natural dentition. Maybe you have an amalgam filling that must be removed because the tooth has cracked or developed decay beneath the filling. Or perhaps you choose to have amalgam removed for the aesthetic and potential health benefits. We employ amalgam removal methods that provide the highest level of patient protection from mercury vapor and particles, also safeguarding the dental team and the environment. Crowns are fabricated on site, with advanced CEREC CAD/CAM technology.
Emergency dental treatment in Citrus Heights
Despite an excellent preventive regimen, dental emergencies can happen. An old filling or root canal treatment may allow infection to develop deep at the center of a tooth. An annoying intermittent toothache becomes acute throbbing pain that is impossible to ignore. Or perhaps a day at the pool becomes a slip and fall that shatters a tooth. Maybe a restoration breaks or comes loose. Don't worry – we are here for you. Just call or text (916) 823-8585 and we'll do our best to see you promptly during regular office hours. We allow time in our daily schedule to accommodate urgent situations.
Sacramento Natural Dentistry is recognized throughout the Sacramento, CA area as a leader in biologically-friendly dental solutions using the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies, and the safest available materials and techniques. Our goal is to help you enjoy a stunning smile and improved wellness for life. Call (916) 823-8585 to schedule an appointment.
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The ever-popular Genting's indoor theme park, Skytropolis Funland has been officially unveiled ! Being closed for nearly one and a half years, this newly revamped park promises a whole new dimension of fun with thrilling adventures and adrenaline-packed rides.
Skytroplis Funland spreads across four floors, covering 400,000 sqft, with mega large LED screens and more that lights up the park. With a total of 13 rides introduced for the opening and 9 more following soon, add to that Asia's first The VOID hyper reality center it will sure been something for everyone.
All tickets can be purchased at the Ticketing Counters or at the Self-Service Ticketing Kiosks or via online at www.rwgenting.com. The operating hours are 10am to 10pm. For more information, visit @RWGenting.


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Bill Cosby's PR nightmare has gotten worse. In addition to the original seven to fourteen women who accused the formerly beloved comedian of sexual assault, more and more women have spoken up in a show of solidarity with their abused sisters.
It has gotten to the point that pollsters estimate that half of all women in the United States now claim they were drugged and raped by Bill Cosby.
"How many women have to come forward before people believe their stories?" CNN's Nancy Grace asked, or rather shouted on her news show.
"The number is up to seventy million now, plus we just found a bag lady on the street, so that makes seventy-one. Mr. Cosby seems to have drugged every young woman who lived in the seventies through the nineties. Frankly, I'm a little disappointed he didn't get me, so I could share the pain of these women a little more fully."
Grace then went back to her duty of bellowing at female guests and demanding they share their sordid stories in fuller and more intimate detail.
Cosby's lawyers are denying the allegations, pointing out that Cosby has never been convicted of anything.
Attorney Martin Singer said, "These claims are ridiculous. Just because women throughout the country are standing by their remarkably similar claims and bravely standing by their stories, that means nothing. Oh, who am I kidding? I give up." The lawyer then threw his papers in the air and walked away.
Things have gotten so bad that the Reverend Al Sharpton is declining to defend the comedian. "I've never said this in my life," the reverend spoke on his MSNBC show, but this is not racially motivated.
"I've known about Bill's bad habits for years. As a reverend I could call him and ask him to change his ways, but that'll never happen."
The network is said to be erasing all tapes of the show, while Congress and the Senate are said to be considering a rare bipartisan action to ban the use of Cosby's name from public use. Actor Malcolm Jamal-Warner, who played Theo Huxtable on the show, is said to be despondent , as the show represented his entire career.
Actress Lisa Bonet, however, says she is okay with the network's actions. "I did more than just The Cosby Show," the actress said, "I was married to Lenny Kravitz for a while, so I've still got that."
Nonetheless, the comedian does appear to have a few supporters. Most of them seem to be white internet users who wish they were black, like someone calling himself NerdNinja, who posted, "These women be gold diggin' hos. They all after a man's money."
Glenn Beck, speaking on his radio show, said it's the liberal media who are the real rapists and asks, "Why is Bill Cosby on trial. Shouldn't Barack Obama be the one on trial, when his liberal friends are the ones who are publicly raping Bill Cosby?"
He then called for all journalists who work for a network other than Fox News to be publicly raped on the steps of the Capitol.
A lady we picked at the random off the street told us, "It's important to stick behind the black man in the face of white-controlled media. Unfortunately it's very difficult. Usually my friends agree with me. Unfortunately, most of them were assaulted by Mr. Cosby, so this is an exception."
The controversy resulted in an awkward AP interview in which Cosby pathetically begged the interviewer to excise the section of his interview in which he refused to comment on the allegations, even as wife Camille Cosby stared ahead with a frozen smile.
The interview ended with the reporter pleading, "It's not up to me, I don't run the show" in a whiny voice before breaking down and sobbing, "Please deny the allegations, why won't you say it's not true? Please don't destroy my childhood, Mr. Huxtable. Say it's not so!"
The fallout threatens to erase the comedian's career from popular culture for good. Already the TV Land network has pulled The Cosby Show from its lineup and replaced it with reruns of the old cop show Baretta.
Prior to this The Cosby Show made up half the network's lineup, the other half consisting of The Beverly Hillbillies and an occasional Facts of Life.
Cosby himself continues to perform comedy routines. At a show in the Bahamas he castigated black youths for their misbehavior. "Pull your damn pants up!" he bellowed.
"When I was a boy my mama made me pull my pants up. No wonder so many of you are in jail, wearing orange. My parents raised me right. Sure I rape women, but I do it the right way, in secret. My parents knew that if I grew up the right way, I'd make a lot of money and be able to pay to make these allegations go away. That's the way a man does it."


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How to Choose a Good Plumber
One of the major headaches for homeowners and tenants is plumbing problems. The problems could be anything ranging from noisy pipes, blockages to burst pipes. All these are problems that you may not be able to solve on your own especially if you lack the technical Know-how. When these plumbing issues arise it is good that you have a reliable plumber at hand.
A plumber assures that there is a pipe connection in your home that will efficiently deliver water for domestic use and remove waste water. Given their job description it is correct to say that they form a very important part of our lives. Therefore it is important that we have a good one on call. Check to make sure that they have a good job record so that you get excellent service. They may get a reference from a previously satisfied client.
A rise in cases of insecurity has made it necessary to ascertain the trustworthiness of a plumber. Going through the testimonials from previous clients will help you know if they have criminal tendencies because it is bound to show up in the testimonies. If you get a plumber from a reputable company, the better, because they have already been vetted.
Plumbers should be able to respond very fast to a problem. Given the nature of plumbing problems, they could as well be an emergency. If they stay close by or their office is nearby they will be able to respond within a short time and put the problem under control. It would highly unfortunate if you had to wait a whole day for a plumber something that may be inconveniencing especially if you have to shut the may valve and stay without water as you await them.
A plumber that can give you time to explain the problem without jumping into conclusion is a good one. They are not quick to jump to a conclusion of what the problem is but with your explanation coupled with their assessment they can correct a problem. If a plumber can come out and say that they are not qualified to fix your problem, they are good because it shows integrity and in the long run will save you from not getting value for your money.
Although plumbers natural talent who have not gone to school for the same are good, it gives you some confidence when you get a plumber who has studied in a technical school for it. They are taught some tricks that they can employ to solve a variety of challenges unlike one who is untrained. If they have managed to graduate from a technical school, it is evident that they are fit to work.
Armed with these guidelines, choosing an excellent plumber will not be as difficult as it is presumed to be.


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Harbour House Hotel enjoys the most prominent of positions in the heart of HermanusThe hotel offers guests a multitude of choice for their accommodation in Hermanus. From the stunning, historical architecture of the slate roof, seaside Manor House built in 1920, to the contemporary New Wing situated above reception and Harbour Square Rooms and Suites are located within walking distance to reception with a rooftop pool. All our rooms feature light modern décor with luxurious furnishings and are within walking distance from the town's top attractions including sophisticated restaurants, markets, street cafés and whale watching sites.
Manor HouseModern, open plan rooms with millstone floors and romantic solid cast baths and walk-in showers. Rooms on the upper level include Juliet balconies offering spectacular views of the ocean. Features include tea and coffee making facilities including a Nespresso machine and mini bar. Flat screen TV with satellite television, free Wi-Fi and standing or ceiling fans.
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New WingSpacious rooms with lounge area and en-suite bathroom features a separate bath and shower and heated towel rails. These rooms offer a kitchenette which is equipped with basic appliances, tea and coffee making facilities including a Nespresso machine and mini bar. Plasma TV with satellite television, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
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Harbour SquareAll Rooms and Suites are tastefully decorated in a modern style, with en-suite open plan bathrooms that feature a separate bath and shower. Our Suites offer a fully equipped kitchen and living area, while Rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities including a Nespresso machine and mini bar. LCD television with satellite television, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
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Le ParadisPrepared to detailed specifications, all four of these stylish two bedroom duplex self-catering apartments offer beautiful ocean views from the patio, lounge and main bedroom.
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What a hotel! The location is sublime and the view from our luxury room was magnificent. Room was clean and modern, TV had issues but they fixed it as soon as they could. Staff at reception were helpful and friendly. Very romantic getaway. Whales added to the ambiance.
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Lots of whales! They are seasonal visitors though, so we were lucky. This is the best spot to stay, we saw whales from our balcony! The rooms were clean, well appointed, comfortable and very relaxing. Breakfast was very tasty, prepared and served by a great team of lovely staff. Recommended.
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Reception staff went above and beyond expectations sorting out a problem with our car hire that wasn't even their problem. Very impressed and very thankful.
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It can prove difficult to find people to join an MLM business. The horrors of the pyramid marketing scams are still fresh on a lot of people's minds, and the stigma that has been attached to this type of marketing is not yet erased. The difference between an MLM business and pyramid marketing is that the former is a legal business scheme. Despite the fact that you may have a hard time finding people to join your MLM business, it can still be done with the right approach and plan. Here are some ideas worth looking into.
Even with the advent of the Internet, old methods of recruiting and convincing people is still one of the best tried and true method of getting them to join you in your business. It is just that there are more ways to reach them now than before. Armed with these tips, go and sign people up for your MLM business. Here's to your success.
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Find out how you can make your smartphone your personal financial advisor.
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The underside of an iceberg after flipping up above the surface, via Smithsonian:
The underside of this recently flipped iceberg is glassy and free of debris (Alex Cornell).
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The underside of an iceberg after flipping up above the surface, via Smithsonian:
The underside of this recently flipped iceberg is glassy and free of debris (Alex Cornell).
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So, I haven't written about dietary stuff in a while, but I've been on a very successful one for a few weeks and come across some good related articles, so back to it.
As you may recall, I lost a good 20 pounds or so using Weight Watchers about 6 years ago. In the past few years I've gradually crept back up to about 5-8 pounds more than I want to be and on testing the waist of my 32×34 and 33×34 paints that I've invested good money in. Whenever things get too bad, I sort of do my own Weight Watchers plan from what I remember and lose a pound or two, but I always lose momentum before I lose the full 5 I want to.
Anyway, I'm currently 4/5 of the way (in 3 weeks) to my current 5 pound weight loss and finding it fun and wonderfully easy with Myfitnesspal.com. Weight Watcher is basically calorie counting, but with a twist– empty carbs are punished, protein is rewarded, etc. This plan is just pure calories in, calories out (you also get to earn calories by recording your exercise). I gotta say, I love it. I've learned from past experience that logging my food is absolutely essential to having the self discipline to lose weight. If I'm logging, I can walk past those half dozen mini-wheats my kids left sitting there all day. If I'm not, they always eventually end up in my mouth. I'm actually kind of enjoying logging with the app and I enjoy the intellectual challenge of figuring out what I'm going to eat everyday to stay under my calorie limit and still feel sated. I've also upped my exercise a bit by thinking to myself, "If I take a run, that's a smoothie plus another small treat later."
A huge part of this working– like when I lost weight with Weight Watchers, is doing this with my wife. In fact, since we are myfitnesspal friends, she can enter the filling, healthy dinners she makes (Skinny Taste rules. Seriously), and I can just copy them over to my log. Also, since we are doing this together, what is otherwise the most difficult meal for self-discipline for me– dinner– becomes easy because my wife is making awesome homemade dinners most nights. And you know what, even when she doesn't, if you pay attention you can still totally have Wendy's for dinner (chili instead of fries) and be fine.
So, a few observations that I'm sure I've made before, but are worth doubling-down upon here…
1a) Totally sold on "calories in; calories out" as the model for weight loss. It's easier to do with certain kinds of calories (I'm trying to avoid refined carbs like the plague since they just make me hungry), but, in the end, a calorie is a calorie.
1b) It's way easier to cut back on calories than it is to expend more through exercise. This Aaron Carroll piece from two years ago sums up the evidence nicely. I especially like this part:
A meta-analysis published last year found that, in the long term, behavioral weight management programs that combine exercise with diet can lead to more sustained weight loss (three to four pounds) over a year than diet alone. Over a six-month period, though, adding exercise made no difference. Another systematic review from last fall found similar results, with diet plus exercise performing better than diet alone, but without much of an absolute difference.
All of these interventions included dietary changes, and the added weight-loss benefit from activity was small. Far too many people, though, can manage to find an hour or more in their day to drive to the gym, exercise and then clean up afterward — but complain that there's just no time to cook or prepare a healthful, home-cooked meal. If they would spend just half the time they do exercising trying to make a difference in the kitchen, they'd most likely see much better results. [emphasis mine]
Yes, yes, yes! Exercise is great for you. Period. That said, when it comes to losing weight, the time is almost surely better spent preparing healthy meals. Lucky me– my wife spends time making healthy meals for the both of us and I do the exercise.
I was also pretty curious to see how many calories various exercises burn and here's a handy chart from Harvard. Way easier to not eat that cookie than to walk for 30 minutes. Also, nice confirmation that I should totally stick with my 30 minute runs to burn off a good 400 calories or so (which makes for both a smoothie and a more enjoyable dinner).
2) Also, everybody is different. You knew that, but reminded me of this post from a few years ago:
Over at Vox, Julia Belluz had a great follow-up to the recent diet study I blogged about. The real secret to weight loss:
The one thing you need to know about dieting is rather straightforward. What works is cutting calories in a way that you like and can sustain. Fewer calories means more weight loss. It's really that simple. You can stop reading here if you want.
For me, what I like and can sustain is eating a ton of fruit. Myfitnespal recommends 50% carbs, 30% fat, 20% protein. Many days I'm over 60% carbs– but the vast majority of those are from whole fruits and vegetables. I eat a ton of apples, carrots, berries (so nicely affordable in the summer!), etc. It's absolutely working for me as I'm losing weight and not feeling hungry all the time. My wife is far more the low carb approach, ending up well under 50% most days. So, again, the "one" thing is the thing that is sustainable for you. Any approach that says they have the one true approach for everybody is selling you something.
3) Only kind of related, but recently came across this interesting Olga Khazan article on why it was easier to be skinnier in the 80's. (definitely true for me). This is actually kind of amazing:
They found a very surprising correlation: A given person, in 2006, eating the same amount of calories, taking in the same quantities of macronutrients like protein and fat, and exercising the same amount as a person of the same age did in 1988 would have a BMI that was about 2.3 points higher. In other words, people today are about 10 percent heavier than people were in the 1980s, even if they follow the exact same diet and exercise plans. [emphasis mine]
Why? Nobody knows. Hypotheses include: chemicals, prescription drugs, and the microbiome.
Anyway, Steve's guide for losing weight is essentially: track what you are eating and figure out how to eat healthier in a way that is sustainable for you.