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agriculture operations will be phased in starting next year. The changes follow
the implementation of 121.5 mandatory training hours for Class 1 commercial
semi drivers that came into effect March 15, 2019.
Training impacts for the ag sector are as follows:
- Effective March 1, 2020, anyone wishing to obtain an "F" endorsement on their existing driver's licence will be required to take 40 hours of commercial driver training. The "F" endorsement will include a restriction that the holder can drive a farm vehicle normally requiring a Class 1 driver's licence only within a 100-km radius of the address on the vehicle registration, and is restricted to operating within Saskatchewan's borders.
- Effective March 1, 2021, the "F" endorsement will be eliminated and anyone wanting to operate a semi will require a Class 1 driver's licence, which will include taking the full 121.5-hour mandatory training program. This includes all "F" endorsement holders, who will need to complete the training program. look here * Drivers who have previously taken 40 hours of training toward the "F" endorsement will be given credit for those hours.
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Tevye in "Fiddler on the Roof" kept a running dialogue with God (a sort of lament). He credited God for good things and lamented things that went wrong or that he wished were different.
In one of his well-known laments, Tevye is feeding his horse, looking up at God saying, "You made many, many poor people. I realize, of course, it's no shame to be poor. But it's no great honor either. Ahh, so what would have been so terrible if I had a small fortune?"
Then he launches into the song, "If I Were a Rich Man." He sings, "Lord who made even lion and the lamb, You decreed I should be what I am. Would it spoil some vast eternal plan if I were a wealthy man?!"
In another lament, Tevye sits dejected by the side of the road with his lame horse and says to God, "I can understand it when you punish me when I am bad; or my wife when she talks too much; or my daughter when she wants to go off and marry a Gentile, but… What have you got against my horse?!"
Tevye is not alone in his approach to prayer. Many engage God in a dialogue of lament – tracing His hand in the good and bad of life.
This language of lament is not strange to the Bible. The Psalms include passages that are angry, whiny, petty, remorseful, almost what we would think of as irreverent.
- But is God really punishing talkative wives?
- Is God responsible for lame horses?
Be careful how you answer
According to Jesus, if the birds are fed, it is the Father who feeds them; if the flowers grow, it is God who grows them. Jesus said, "not one sparrow will fall to the ground apart from your Father" (Matthew 10:29). Scripture invites us to cast our cares on God because He cares for us.
Certainly a Christian cannot go off singing, "Que sera, sera – whatever will be, will be." We recognize and honor God's sovereignty. "The Lord does whatever pleases Him in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths." Psalms 135:6
But is God really punishing talkative wives and horses? Does He help golfers who are teeing off? Does he distribute Sunny days for picnics and weddings? How should we view God's involvement and how should it shape and guide our approach to prayer?
God is not our spiritual GPS system telling us, "right turn ahead in one mile." Maybe Tevye has it wrong when approaching prayer as a running dialogue.
Yet surely God's knowledge and care for us is deeply personal. With the psalmist, we can say to God, "your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be" (Psalm 139:16).
I am not trying to de-personalize God, but I am concerned that God has made a lot known to us that we are not consulting in how we understand who He is and how He works in the world.
Remember that, "God formed an alliance based on the world as it is, full of flaws, whereas prayer calls God to account for the world as it should be." (The "whys" and "how longs" of prayer do this). (Yancey)
In prayer we sometimes groan and lament the reality of a fallen world because God's Spirit in us testifies to things as they were meant to be and ultimately will be (Romans 8).
Three areas where teaching is badly needed in the body of Christ
1. How people hear from God: Revelation
2. How people talk to God: Prayer
3. How people talk about God: Testimony
All three are closely related and based on our understanding of who God is and how God has chosen to work in the world and in our lives.
On the question "Why pray?" there are different ways to ask
When the Sceptic asks, "Why Pray"
The question could be asked from a sceptic's point of view. It's an old question. Job depicts the wicked saying, "Who is the Almighty that we should serve Him? What would be gained by praying to Him?" (Job 21:15).
Or, like the man who said to me, "I tried prayer and it doesn't work." Which means: "God didn't do what I ask Him to do."
When the Theologian asks, "Why Pray"
Why pray when we know God is sovereign and nothing will change His plan?
Scripture is clear, "The Lord does whatever pleases Him in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths" (Psalms 135:6).
This is clear according to God's own testimony, "I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, 'My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.' … What I have said, that I will bring about; what I have planned, that I will do." (Isaiah 46:9-11).
- The Sceptic didn't get what he wanted so he gave up on prayer. He asked and did not receive because he asked with wrong motives (James 4:3).
- The Theologian forgets that God has ordained the means as well as the outcome. God chooses to use our prayers to do His work. So James can remind us that, "The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective" (James 5:16).
Consider ten reasons for praying.
Because we have a ….
1. Mediator
- I Timothy 2:1-6 – "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people."
2. Advocate
- I John 2:1-2 – "But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world."
3. Intercessor
- Hebrews 7:25 – "Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them." (cf. 10:19-22)
- Romans 8:33-34 – "Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us."
4. Divine Invitation
- Hebrews 4:14-16 – "Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."
5. Jesus practiced prayer
- Mark 1:35 – "Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed."
- Luke 6:12-13 – "One of those days Jesus went out to a mountainside to pray, and spent the night praying to God. When morning came, he called his disciples to him and chose twelve of them, whom he also designated apostles"
- Luke 22:31-32 – ""Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers."
6. Jesus commanded us to pray
- Luke 18:1 – "Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up."
- Matthew 6:9 – "This, then, is how you should pray…."
- I Thessalonians 5:17 – "pray continually,"
- James 5:13 – Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray.
Because we need…
- 7. Realignment of everything"Prayer has become for me much more than a shopping list of requests to present to God. It has become a realignment of everything. I pray to restore the truth of the universe, to gain a glimpse of the world, and of me, through the eyes of God."
- "In prayer, I shift my point of view away from my own selfishness. I climb above the timberline and look down at the speck that is myself. I gaze at the stars and recall what role I, or any of us, play in a universe beyond comprehension. Prayer is the act of seeing reality from God's point of view." (Philipp Yancey, Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference?)
8. To bring glory of God – Jesus connected the glory of God and answered prayer.
- John 14:13 – "I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son."
- Ephesians 3:20-21 – "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen."
9. Restoration of our soul
- Psalm 62:8 – "Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge."
- Philippians 4:6-7 – " Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
10. Participation in God's work
- Colossians 4:12 – "Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured."
- James 5:16 – "The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." (cf. I Peter 3:12).
Another way to answer the question of why we should pray is because of….
- God's honor
- God's kingdom and will
- God's provision
- God's Pardon
- God's protection
Reflection – The winter of our discontent
"As young Christians, enthusiastic about our newfound faith, we
burble before the Lord about our lives in the way in which young
children burble to their parents about all the things they see going on around them. But later we become less certain that such burbling alone is the essence of prayer. As children growing in their relationship with their parents cannot happily revert to baby ways of communication, so we reach out for a more mature and reverent prayer style, and we become less and less happy about the way we actually pray."
"We feel we are trudging along in a marsh, getting muddy and messed up while going nowhere. We make requests to God and then we wonder whether they made any difference. We ask ourselves, Is God answering my prayers? If not, why not? If he is, how is he doing it, because what's happening isn't quite what I asked for? Did I ask wrongly then? The winter of our discontent at our experience of prayer seems to go on forever." ("Praying: Finding Our Way Through Duty to Delight," J. I. Packer).
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In this guide we will see difference between Facebook Lite and the original app. Facebook Lite is a lighter, faster and more economical option
The Facebook Lite is an application created by the social network, which can be output for those looking for speed and more space on the Android smartphone. The app is very small, is only 1.32 MB and even works on older phones.
The minimum requirement is Android 2.2 – Froyo, 2010 – and, according to Facebook, uses less data, consumes fewer resources of its rich buck and works in all network conditions. Even in 2G networks and areas with unstable or slow connections. So, if you do not mind pyrotechnics, it will suit your needs.
Application Size:
- Facebook (original): 4.10 MB
- Facebook Lite: 1.32 MB
Ha, but the lite should not have Stories, messages and etc … Misleading it, it has it all. And the best, dispenses the Messenger application, which is mandatory use in the original app.
Some benefits of Facebook Lite:
Installs faster:
the application is smaller, faster, and uses less storage space;
It's available in APK (Android):
you can download direct from Facebook website and use in Android emulators;
Works on old phones:
you can use an old phone that does not support the normal application;
Uses less data:
has less detail and is more efficient with mobile data. Saves your money;
Downloads faster:
is the platform's fastest application, including photos, videos and the news feed;
Works on all networks:
is programmed for 2G networks and areas with unstable or slow connections;
Compatible with all devices:
is compatible with Android 2.2 or higher and offers almost everything from the original app;
Lower Battery and Memory Consumption
the Lite version consumes fewer features than the original app, with a simpler layout;
Is there Facebook Lite for iPhone (iOS)?
It is worth noting that, Facebook Lite available in some countries is only for Android:
There is also a beta version, in which the news arrives first:
There is also a Messenger Lite, which reduces to the messenger and dispenses the social network:
What can you do in Facebook Lite?
You can do a lot of things on your Facebook Lite, see if something is missing from the list:
- Send messages and participate in group chat (without using Messenger);
- Receive notifications when your friends enjoy and comment on your posts;
- See what your friends are doing in the news feed;
- Share posts, photos and videos (including feelings, location and activities);
- Express yourself with reactions (Facebook Reactions);
- Buy and sell locally on the Facebook Marketplace;
- Publish on pages that you are the administrator;
- Publish to groups that you are part of the social network;
- Publish and view Stories without any application restriction;
- Post cards with the colored background (very popular in the feed);
- Make fine searches by group, posts, pages or people;
- Create and publish ads on your Facebook pages;
- Answer and post questions on your personal profile;
- Add and remove friends, poke, snooze and etc;
- See the saved links and memories of the "On This Day" from previous years.
What you can not do in Facebook Lite?
If you read critically, looking for loopholes, know that they exist. There are features that are not available on Facebook Lite. But initially, many of them were not, as was the case with Facebook Stories, but a while later they arrived.
- Have the same social network design in the original app;
- Make live video streams in the app;
- Edit posts with photos (swapping the media for another);
- Create polls with multiple answer options in posts;
- Use game features, bots and in-app purchases;
At first, these were the changes I noticed in using the application. If you know of any more ball out of the app, include it in the comments and share it with us.


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What does 'At daggers drawn' mean?
If people are at daggers drawn, they are very angry and close to violence.
- Category: War, weapons and conflict
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NXP Semiconductors N.V. unveiled today the world's first microcontroller (MCU) -based solution for adding offline face and expression recognition capabilities to smart home, commercial and industrial devices. Built on NXP's latest crossover MCU, the i.MX RT106F, running FreeRTOS, the new MCU-based face recognition solution enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to quickly, easily and inexpensively incorporate face, expression and emotion recognition into a diverse range of IoT products.
The i.MX RT106F leverages the power of NXP's OASIS face processing engine to provide a breakthrough in price and performance, using a neural network to perform face detection, recognition, and anti-spoofing, without the need for cloud connectivity. OEMs now have the ability to take advantage of NXP's proven hardware and software-based platform to offer advanced human machine interface (HMI) capabilities that can anticipate and personalize the end user's experience with smart edge devices such as smart appliances, thermostats, lighting, alarms, and power tools.
The MCU-based face recognition solution bundles everything required to implement accurate, low latency face and expression recognition using an ultra-small form factor that fits into existing applications. The self-contained platform includes production-ready, pre-certified hardware and software tools, and NXP's fully integrated OASIS face processing engine for face and expression recognition with camera and display drivers. In addition to creating the easiest path to adding these capabilities to MCU-based devices, the all-inclusive offering clears away any need for specialized expertise, supply chains or logistics.
With total system costs less than half that of microprocessor-based alternatives, the new offering has already been embraced by OEMs who are excited about the possibilities of delivering more advanced and unique user experiences.
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text: Jackson Fire Spirit | Camper About Me Jackson came to camp after living with the goddess Aetna on Mount Etna in Sicily for more than a year. Leaving his creator and former lover behind did cause some repercussions however, he is constantly high in temperature as well as another nasty curse put on him in spite of him leaving Aetna behind. Personal Info Full Name Jackson Birthday 29 July 2016 Age Immortal Zodiac Sign Leo Sex / Gender Male / Male Species Fire Spirit Nationality Olympian Ethnicity Asian; Korean descent Sexual Orientation Bisexual Romantic Orientation Biromantic Relationship Status Single Accent Neutral Birthplace Mount Etna, Sicily Living Situation Nymph Sanctuary Languages Spoken English / Italian / Greek Weapons Fire Powers Powers of a Fire Spirit: They are innately extremely resistant to heat and fire. They can heal the minor burns of others, but the more severe the burn, the more energy it drains. They have a telepathic/empathetic connection with nature and other nymphs. As they are nymphs they do not age, remaining eternally young. They have the ability to release heat from their hands in order to cauterize an open wound. They have the ability to create and control fire, the larger the flame, or the more condensed, the more energy it drains. They have the ability to shed their flesh and turn into pure fire for a short time and while in this state, the user is granted flight, immune to all attacks and anything they touch is intensely burned. The more upset they are, the harder it is for them to control their powers. They are stronger in the heat. Name Etymology Given Name [ Jackson ] From Latin "Ursus", meaning bear Middle Name [ - ] N/A Surname [ - ] N/A Trivia Nicknames Jack Favourite Colour Orange Favourite Movie Marley & Me Favourite Song Centuries, by Fall Out Boy Favourite Food Lasagna Favourite Drink Rum Likes Beaches / swimming [ weird right? ] Dislikes Germs Loves Sex / working out / cuddling Loathes Nothing really First Kiss Aetna First Crush Aetna First Love Aetna First Time Aetna Pets N/A Occupation N/A Sports Played N/A Instruments Played N/A Smoker No Drinker Yes Addictions Sex Goals N/A Achievements Escaping Mount Etna Biggest Hope To maybe settle down??? Biggest Regret Not trying to see if Aetna would let him leave before just leaving Best Memories Being created Worst Memories Getting cursed Mental Illnesses N/A Criminal Record N/A Medical Record N/A Personality Jackson's looks isn't the only thing he inherited from the man Aetna modelled him after. The two share quite similar personalities in the sense that Jackson is equally as cocky and sex driven as his demigod counterpart. He wouldn't hesitate to get in someone's face if they're looking for a conflict, I guess it's just the stereotypical fire spirit personality to have a fiery temperament. Must of the time he can keep himself in check, but he's also been known to completely fly off the handle. There is a side to Jackson that is much softer and gentler, not as annoying when it comes to being cocky and in your face. Jackson actually can be quite fun and entertaining, he isn't just a constant abs and gun show in fact a lot of the time he's like a puppy in the sense that he seeks approval from everyone and is very affectionate, loving, clingy, and cuddly when he gets it. A big hearted, sometimes overzealous, puppy. As he is still fairly new to the world, there are still some things he doesn't quite pickup on. But he's learning about the world at a fast pace and is doing his best. Most probably wouldn't be able to find out he's only been alive for a year due to how quick he's learning and his level of intelligence already, but if you start talking about more heavy content you're bound to trip him up. WIP History During the first month of June in 2016 the gods had many festivities up on Mount Olympus. Many Greek deities who were aligned with the Olympians made an appearance, one of which being Aetna, the fiery mountain goddess of Mount Etna in Sicily. It was during that week that Aetna had decided to go down and mingle with some mortals. However, during her expedition she landed herself into Camp Half-Blood disguised as a young woman named Sabine. As Sabine, Aetna searched Camp Half-Blood for some attractive men to seduce. She had found herself very attracted to one man in particular, Orso Seol, but was immediately let down when she came on to him and found out he was gay. Once the Mount Olympus festivities had come to an end, Aetna returned to her home in Sicily and couldn't stop thinking of the man she ran into during her time spent at Camp Half-Blood. These thoughts started to make Aetna think of ways she could perfectly model someone after the young man, which brought upon the creation of Jackson. When Jackson was created, Aetna was content with her work as the fire spirit in front of her was a spitting image of the young man she was attracted to. Jackson had essentially been created to fulfill Aetna's needs, and due to this he had never been given the opportunity to leave Mount Etna. His time was spent tending to Aetna as not only a servant, but essentially a sex slave. Now listen, Jackson loved sex as much as the man he was modelled after, but he craved seeing more than just Aetna's empire she had built in Sicily. As Jackson grew more tired of his role in Aetna's world, he devised a plan in which he would leave Sicily in search of a better home when the next festivities on Mount Olympus took place. Spending an entire year as Aetna's sex slave, Jackson escaped the first week of June in 2017 and somehow found himself living in Venice, Italy. When Aetna had returned to her home and found that Jackson had escaped he was tracked down and dragged back to Mount Etna. He was forced into the dungeon where he stayed, watching as Aetna created new servants in his place. Jackson had a knack for being able to get things he wanted, he could easily trick Aetna into letting him out due to her infatuation with him. This lead to many different affairs with the nymphs and spirits that also resided on Mount Etna or the ones who were visiting. After months of being locked in a dungeon and sleeping around whenever he was free, Jackson was caught in the act when Aetna found him sleeping with another spirit. Feeling betrayed and hurt, Aetna banished her lover from Mount Etna. It wasn't until returning to Venice that Aetna had cursed him. Jackson's skin was now hot to the touch and he felt like his body was burning from the inside out. The second curse he didn't realize until much later, until once again he was sleeping around and after the climax the girl he had hooked up with was screaming and said it felt like she was burned in the nether area. Quite the curse really, making it impossible for Jackson to enjoy the thing he loved most, intercourse. Up until October of 2017, Jackson had lived in Venice up until hearing about Camp Half-Blood. His curses were slowly fading and it was easier for him to live his life. He was still hot to the touch but it was more manageable and less noticeable than when he was first cursed. As for the second curse, he has yet to be able to find a cure however for the most part it can now be described as a dull burning sensation. With a grip on his curses, Jackson made an effort to move from Italy to Manhattan and from there he went to Camp Half-Blood Appearance Face Claim Shin Ho-Seok [ Wonho; Monsta X ] Eye Colour Brown Hair Colour Varies between brown and blonde Height 5'10" Weight 161 lbs. Voice Type Baritone Blood Type B+ Distinguishing Marks N/A Body Style Fit / Very Muscular Tattoos ♦ ♦ ♦ Piercings ♦ ♦ Scent Versace Eros Gallery Here Family Father N/A Mother N/A Creator Aetna Full Siblings N/A Half Siblings N/A Guardian(s) N/A Spouse N/A Children N/A Other Relatives N/A Relationships Significant Other N/A Best Friend(s) N/A Friends N/A Enemies N/A Other Aetna [ Former lover ] Extra His skin is always hot to the touch, one of two curses Aetna placed upon him after he escaped. The second of the two curses is that his cum bodily fluids are incredibly hot and have the ability to burn it [ or cause pleasure wink wonk ]. Due to the first curse he normally doesn't have a shirt on, when he can he also doesn't have bottoms on [ sorry about it ]. Despite this he's still a cinnamon bun can you believe it? He adopted a lot of different quirks from Orso, the person he was created from, like for example he's equally if not more horny. Like Orso, he's also very confident about everything, especially his package. Disclaimer Inspiration Here Questions Maia / Quotev Question Code Maia Retrieved from "https://camphalfbloodroleplay.fandom.com/wiki/Jackson?oldid=1747032" Categories: Characters Brocky292 Male Fire Spirits Greek Asian Jackson (First Name) Shin Ho-Seok (Wonho) Baritone Ambidextrous Brown Hair Black Hair Blonde Hair Brown Eyes Type B+ Bisexual 5'10 Created in 2016 Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted.


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2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
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In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and cornstarch; gradually add to creamed mixture.
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A Dozen Roses
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Happy (belated) Valentines Day, love!
The theme for this month is A Dozen Roses. While I was putting this box together for you, I was thinking about putting together a bouquet of my latest finds in natural skincare, gorgeous cosmetics, delish treats and sheet masks galore! My February Bless Box is really a valentine from my heart you yours, to let you know just how cherished, special and loved you really are! This box has everything you need to feel that flush of new love, all month long.
After all, you deserve it!
- Innovative Skincare
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- Self Care & Wellness
I love seeing your cute photos! Here's some
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Something Dreamy
Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
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Want smooth, sleek, unstoppably gorgeous hair no matter the weather? DREAM COAT Anti-Humidity Hair Treatment by Color Wow is the humidity proofing, smoothing serum you gotta see to believe. Color treatments and over-use of hot tools leaves your hair porous, brittle and vulnerable to frizz and humidity. DREAM COAT actually coats each strand of hair with a weightless, non-greasy, totally invisible waterproofing cloak to compress, tighten and seal hair strands. The best part? This heat-activated serum lasts up to 2 to 3 shampoos! This baby is so amazing, it even won the Allure Best of Beauty Award!
Saz Tip: To use Dream Coat, shampoo, condition, and towel-dry your hair as usual. Divide your hair into sections, and spray liberally on damp (not wet hair). Blow dry each section straight using a brush to hold your hair taut. Apply every 3rd shampoo!
Something Luxe
Baggage Claim Gold Eye Mask
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Check those (eye) bags at the door, babe! This month I'm bringing you the Baggage Claim Gold Eye Mask from Wander Beauty! This innovative eye mask features three layers of luxurious treatment: the gorgeous gold foil helps retain heat and prevents the serum from evaporating too quickly. The center layer is elastic, which helps keep the mask firmly in place without slipping and sliding around, and the third layer is a cellulose fiber that condenses and delivers key ingredients efficiently so that you can soak up all the skin-loving benefits you need! Plus, this eye mask is 100% cruelty free, vegan and gluten-free. This Wander Beauty eye mask really is a spa day escape in a package!
Saz Tip: To enjoy, simply apply the eye mask onto clean, dry under-eye. Leave on for 10-15 minutes, then gently pat any remaining serum onto your skin.
Something Sweet
Vanilla Almond Hydrating Hand Mask
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Your hands do so much! Typing, texting, washing dishes - why not give 'em a little R&R with a Le Mini Macaron Hydrating Vanilla Almond Hand Mask! Formulated with soothing vanilla and sweet almond extracts, this mask by Le Mini Macaron instantly softens and moisturizes your hands, delivering a hearty dose of nutrients to strengthen nails and cuticles. The mask itself comes in the form of mess-free, one-time-use gloves, printed all-over with sweet pink macarons! These Le Mini Macaron hand masks are a must-have for any at-home mani enthusiast!
Saz Tip: Treat yourself to soft, youthful hands! Pop these Vanilla Almond Hydrating Hand Masks on clean, dry hands and chill out for 15-20 minutes while your mitts soak up the magic!
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A new program is set to train first responders on all aspects of compressed natural gas (CNG) safety in Columbus, Ohio. Although the course is still in development, in general, lessons include education on safety regarding CNG stations and vehicles while responding to an emergency.
The State of Ohio Fire Marshall's office is the official first responder trainer for the Fire Departments in the State of Ohio. The program may recruit industry leaders in CNG technology, and other emergency management agencies from different states, to help train.
The City of Columbus Fleet played a significant role in getting the program going. Fleet Operations Manager Bill Burns, a program organizer, said "During the construction of our first CNG station in 2011-2012, it became apparent that since CNG fueling was new to this part of the country, there wasn't a very good understanding of all things CNG… I was concerned that without good training for construction and fire inspectors that future CNG station construction projects could present potential problems down the road that could lead to safety-related incidents." Burns said fleet technicians have received training and many are certified tank inspectors. The Fleet Management Division has already sponsored two classes for construction workers and fire and safety inspectors. This step will focus on emergency responders.
The Fleet Management Division serves as the training center. Program participants can obtain hands-on experience using the City's CNG station and its 45 CNG vehicles during training. The City is in the process of construction two more CNG stations, which Burns said will be beneficial to trainees.
"Having the ability to train first responders during the construction phase of our CNG station provides an added benefit as they will acquire a better understanding of the underground infrastructure as it relates to piping, fueling islands, and electrical components," Burns said.
The program hasn't had its official first meeting yet but is planned to become a regular training requirement for State-wide first responders.
The City of Columbus Fleet Management Division and the State of Ohio Fire Marshall's office are forming a steering committee that will establish parameters for the program. The committee will include Columbus Division of Fire, Clean Fuels Ohio, and possibly other CNG consultants, Burns said.
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Wednesday, 31 October 2018
The Magician's Wireless
Yesterday I went outside, and it was unseasonably cold. And the sky turned red, and purple, and finally black, and then it began to rain, huge icy bullets of filthy, dirt-streaked water, greenish and oily and iridescent on the back of my hand, a dirty black rainbow on my skin, the cold of it burning, the hairs prickling, the pores closing.
Friday, 26 October 2018
The Question in Bodies #21: Lectio Infernalis
Possession (1981)
Writing about films saved my life.
That's a pretty serious statement to make, true, and of course it's hyperbole, except that it isn't, not entirely.
Deep breath, then. Over the space of about three years, I underwent what they used to call a nervous breakdown. I'm kind of cagey about talking on this; there's always the sense that a thing like this is never really in the past tense. And yeah, I had a couple of false starts, and lulls, and times when I was fooled into thinking the fragile flame of a candle was the distant light of the sun at the end of that tunnel, only for it to be extinguished, which is somehow worse than never having had that light in the first place. The extent to which in my adult life I've been free of my mental health issues has only ever been a matter of degree, although it's only in the last two years that what I have wrong with me has really been pinpointed in any way that allows me to work with it. Writing about it, as I have increasingly in the last year, as my recovery has been something I've gradually become more confident about, has been a precarious, frightening thing.
There is the risk, for one, when you self disclose with any kind of honesty, that you might be revealed as a terrible human being. The risk that your honest appearance to the world might be as prejudiced, or as self regarding and pretentious, or as a navel gazer, or as inflated and pompous, or worst of all, as pathetic and creepy and small. I've been all of them at times, I think. I'll try not to be any of them here and now, but the problem with honesty is that there are no filters. There are no masks.
Friday, 19 October 2018
The Question in Bodies, parenthesis: April (2018)
Thursday, 11 October 2018
The Question in Bodies #20: It Mattered to That One
Evolution (2015)
You've probably heard some variation of the inspirational fable about the little boy who's walking along this beach that's covered with washed up starfish, and every so often he stoops over and picks one up and chucks it back into the sea, and some adult comes up and says, in the way that adults only ever talk to kids in inspirational fables, "What are you doing, kid? There are too many starfish here to save! How does it matter?" And the punchline comes when the kid picks up another one, throws it into the sea, and says, "It mattered to that one."
Which makes a powerful and important philosophical point about the value of small kindnesses. I like that one. It's one of my favourites. I've used it myself more than once.
And of course, as is the case with all the best parables, which are by nature improbable, it is flawed if taken strictly literally as a narrative. Because of course, it didn't matter to the starfish, because starfish are utterly alien. There's no brain in a starfish, just a collection of nerves and ganglia spread out among its arms, and around its mouth, so that even if you could ascribe the thing with consciousness, it's not a unity, but a collection of joined and sometimes competing consciousnesses that grow and sometimes split, and regenerate lost components of the gestalt. The experience of a starfish is probably impossible to imagine.
I wonder if Lucile Hadžihalilović had this story in mind when making Evolution. The starfish, both in terms of its alienness and the value of throwing one back, is the thematic image that defines the film.
Monday, 8 October 2018
We Don't Go Back #89: I go to sleep before closing my eyes
Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (Valerie a týden divů) (1970)Blood on Satan's Claw and Witchfinder General second goes. My original piece about Valerie was quite good, I thought (it has one glaring error in it, which is going to be fixed in a second edition, though), since it was almost as oblique as the film. In many ways that piece on Valerie was the first one where I thought, actually, you can do something more interesting than just say whether you liked it. But still, I reckon Valerie deserves more. Valerie will always deserve more.
Wednesday, 3 October 2018
The Question in Bodies #19: I Keep Thinking About Iwona Petry
Szamanka (1996)House of Psychotic Women, which is a book I cannot recommend highly enough, and which made me really, really want to see the film in the first place, spoilers and all.
If you're in the UK, your chance of having seen Szamanka is pretty small anyway. Which is all by way of an unapologetic acknowledgement that yes, there are spoilers, but since it's hard to find, don't worry about that, and anyway, it's such a delirious film that even having spoilers doesn't really make a difference, and anyway, I might convince you that you have quite good reason not to want to see it. Regular readers will know that this is a The Question in Bodies post, so the usual warnings about discussions of trauma, abuse, sex, consent and that stuff apply. You don't need a post about a film you haven't seen ruin your day, so if you think it might be distressing, stay away.
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Khloe Kardashian has taken to the streets of New York City to tell people they should "F*** Yo Fur" by way of spray-painting the statement on the back of her floor-length fake fur coat. The incident was reported this morning by TMZ.
The Kardashians are never far from the sensationalist headlines that tend to "happen" to the rich and famous who make a living acting out on reality TV shows.
Last Thursday, Khloe's little sister, Kendall Jenner, took to the runway of New York's annual Fashion Week. Modeling a sheer tan shirt for Marc Jacobs, the newly minted 18-year-old maintained the model's requisite poker face as her budding nipples were exhibited for all to see. According to US Magazine's Web site, the teenager's reality TV star and older sister, Khloe, started sending out Tweets chastising the "haters" for not being "dope" enough for them to understand.
Using female models and celebrities to protest the fur industry is nothing new, and Khloe Kardashian's possibly self-serving stunt is far from the worst that the embattled industry has endured.
In the 1980s, anti-fur activists vandalized stores and the furs within them by smashing windows and throwing red paint-filled balloons at people wearing fur coats. These acts seemed to have started in and around London and the UK and were promoted via underground organizations such as Animal Liberation Front (ALF) and the then-booming punk rock scene.
By the late 1980s, the actions of the ALF and those who proclaimed themselves strongly anti-fur had influenced a movement that prompted celebrities and the animal rights organization, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), to stage highly visible ad campaigns featuring nude models and other eye-catching publicity stunts to promote the message that "fur is murder."
PETA's ads have been denounced by a number of feminists for the soft-porn appeal the pictures are said to possess. In one ad on PETA's Web site, Real Housewives of Miami's reality TV star Joanna Krupa is wearing only underwear with a bushel of fake "fur" in them. In another, four former Miss USAs pose fully nude on a beach, squishing up against each other with what appear to be looks of on-coming ecstasy. And in one ad from February of this year that made have led to her wearing a fake fur in NYC with the word "f***," Khloe Kardashian bared all under the caption, "Fur? I'd rather go naked."
In 2006, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) named the ALF a "domestic terrorist organization," and started the nationwide hunt for one of its self-proclaimed members, Josephine Sunshine Overaker, as a domestic terrorist" for a number of acts. According to the FBI's Web site, Overaker remains at large and the FBI has offered an award of $50,000 for information leading to her arrest.
These days, the anti-fur movement appears to have become less about fur and more about the person who is ostensibly speaking out against the trade.
One wonders if the fur industry will really be hurt if the the Kardashian attitude is to wear fake clothing with the word "F***" painted on them in NYC.
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Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved an investment project for the construction of the Hoa Binh-Moc Chau expressway under the public-private partnership (PPP) model.
Illustrative photo (Source: VNA)
The highway is estimated to be about 85 km long, of which some 49 km running through Hoa Binh province and the remaining through Van Ho and Moc Chau districts of Son La province.
The road system will link two tourism hubs of the northwestern region. It is also expected to ease congestion on National Highway No.6 through Hoa Binh and Son La, while contributing to the overall socio-economic development of the two provinces.
Built at a total cost of over 22.29 trillion VND (952.05 million USD), the road will allow vehicles to travel at 60-80 km per hour.
The northwestern region consists of 12 mountainous and midland localities, including Yen Bai, Lao Cai, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Son La, Ha Giang, and Hoa Binh.
It is the most disadvantaged area compared with other regions and has the highest rate of poor households. The biggest challenges for the region includes poor transport infrastructure and a lack of basic foundations for the development of railway and air travel. Given the current situation, the development of road transport infrastructure was considered the most suitable option.


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While Q2 GDP Is Revised Up, Expectations for Q3 GDP Start to Take Shape
Wednesday's economic reporting brought the first revision to second-quarter gross domestic product (GDP). The preliminary report showed 4.1% GDP growth in the United States, and the revision ticked higher to 4.2%.
Everyone needs to keep in mind that the generalization is that roughly two-thirds of GDP reports are tied to consumer spending, and that measurement ticked lower. And despite a very strong earnings season in the second quarter, corporate profits were shown to have moderated from the first estimate. Stronger business investment helped lift the GDP numbers.
Aftertax profits with inventory valuations and capital consumption adjustments were up 2.4% in the second quarter, versus a gain of 8.2% in the first quarter of 2018. The Bureau of Economic Analysis also reported that aftertax corporate profits without the previously mentioned adjustments rose by a seasonally adjusted 3.7%, compared with a gain of 8.5% in the first quarter. What stands out here is that the "with adjustments" report compared to the second quarter of 2017 was up 16.1% for the largest gain dating back to early 2012. And the boost from tax reform seems to have moderated if you look at the benefits from the first quarter compared to the second quarter.
Fixed nonresidential investment, or business investments, were revised up to 8.5% from the preliminary view of 7.3%.
Another boost came from net exports, which added 1.11 percentage points, compared with a preliminary estimate of 1.06 percentage points.
This also translates into major numbers in raw dollars for more than a $20 trillion economy. The current‑dollar GDP increased 7.6%, or $370.9 billion, in the second quarter to a level of $20.41 trillion, versus a 4.3% gain, or $209.2 billion, in the first quarter. The price index on gross domestic purchases also rose by 2.3% in the second quarter, versus a gain of 2.5% in the first quarter. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index increased by 1.9% in the second quarter, versus a gain of 2.5% in the first quarter. Excluding food and energy prices, the PCE price index increased by 2.0%, compared to a 2.2% increase in the first quarter.
While the increased numbers of one quarter tend to force economists into thinking that the next quarter trends will be strong, many of the gains in the business side of the economy were coming in ahead of the tariffs and trade war issues that have persisted in recent weeks. That said, the most recent consumer confidence reading, released a day earlier, showed a greater-than-expected increase after having previously declined, and the expectations in the coming month also rose.
Many investors, business owners and consumers will be wondering how all this adds up as we look forward to the third-quarter numbers. The stock market has risen to all-time highs and consumer spending from the retail earnings reports is looking stronger now. The Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank's GDPNow estimate for the third quarter was 4.6% as of August 24, 2018. And the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's "Nowcasting Report" shows that the third-quarter GDP target is currently a 2.0% gain, after recent data up to August 24 decreased the estimate by 0.4 percentage points.


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A guest on the Laura Ingraham show this morning defended the Administration's UAE ports management deal on the basis of an overarching federal policy that is at the heart of the matter.
Why would the President suggest this morning, in response to the warranted uproar of concern about national security, that "people don't need to worry about security?" Is it because another federal policy takes precedence over national security?
What is that "other" policy? As this guest explained, it is the economic vitality of this nation. It is the material wealth of this nation we are concerned with. And he was sincerely matter of fact when he was saying this. He explained that we are part of a global, multi-national economy. We are a trading partner - a trade zone. We have to reach out and be a part of all of it to remain competitive and successful. And the ports deal is a part of it. While the above is not a direct quote, that is the essence of his message.
That "policy" statement explains our lax immigration policy as well.
While I enjoy prosperity and a successful economy as much as the next guy, these policies verge on greed at the expense of security. I think of Pooh Bear getting his hand stuck in the hollow of the tree, not wanting to let go of the honey, while the bees have a field day with the rest of his hairy bear body. Trouble is, our hairy bodies may get blown up, not just stung.
The business interests in this nation are huge and greedy. The President is not immune - he's bought into it. There are billions hinging on this deal. There will be a lot of excuse making by those special interests with the most to gain from "the deal."
"The deal" does not meet the straight-face test with regard to national security. But if we understand that our primary national policy is greed, then what this administration does will make more sense. I hope this helps those who were heretofore as befuddled as I.


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To Install A Closet Door Ball Catch
Closet door ball catch – To give your handle smaller cabinet door to stay closed you will want to install a closet door ball lock. Closet door ball catches come in many sizes and ends select the one that matches the style of your home. To install it, starting with install ball tube; Line up the ball pipe and mark where you want it on top of the door. Make pencils where any screws will go some of the closet ball catches simply sunk into the door with timbered. Others will require screws to hold it. A third write just screws in the tree itself.
If the piece has screws, use a drill, just a bit bigger than the ball pipe. Drill a whole deep enough to take the ball pipe. Mark screw holes with the pencil and use a little less than the screws to start a hole to prevent. To pull from splitting fasten the ball in place using the drill and screwdriver tip. Step 2, prepare the door frame for the closet door ball catch; with the pencil, and place a small pencil mark on the inside of the door. Corresponding to the center of the ball close the door and continue the mark on the door frame. Open the door again and mark across the frame.
Measure the displacement from the side of the door to the ball center and mark all over the line on the frame. This will mark the middle of the indentation on the catch plate. Center and mark where the catch the plate will lay on the door frame. With chisel, cut out the length of the catch plate. So that the plate will lay flush with the frame. Step 3, install closet door ball catch plate; place the plate on the door frame, ground, drill the screw holes and secure the plate.how to remove a ball catch that has sunk into door


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Rep. Kilmer Fights to Protect Washingtonians with Pre-Existing Conditions & Make Health Care More Affordable
Kilmer Supports Resolution Condemning the Administration's Legal Campaign to Take Away Americans' Health Care, Co-Sponsors the Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions & Making Health Care More Affordable Act
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted in favor of H.Res. 271, a resolution condemning the Trump Administration's recent federal court filing asking the courts not only to strike down protections for people with pre-existing conditions, but to eliminate every protection and benefit provided by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The resolution was adopted, 240-186.
Since its full implementation in 2014, the ACA has provided critical protections for the 130 million people in the U.S. with pre-existing conditions, including over 3 million people from the Evergreen State.
In addition, Rep. Kilmer co-sponsored the Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions & Making Health Care More Affordable Act (H.R. 1884), new health care legislation introduced last week to lower health insurance premiums, stop the Administration's efforts to push Americans into short-term, limited duration health insurance plans that do not provide coverage for essential medical treatments, and strengthen protections for people with pre-existing conditions.
"I'm proud to support this legislation to lower health care costs and expand health care access," said Rep. Kilmer. "In the wake of the Administration's court filing that pushes for the complete and total repeal of the Affordable Care Act, this bill is more critical than ever. I wasn't in Congress when the ACA passed, and I don't think the law is perfect. But the overall impact of the ACA has been undeniably positive; expanding coverage and securing critical protections for millions of Americans. Rather than unwinding the progress that's been made, Congress should build on the success of the existing law by implementing this legislation. I will continue to fight for affordable health care for all Americans. I feel strongly that folks in DC should be working to make people's lives better – not sabotaging the American health care system."
The Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions & Making Health Care More Affordable Act, which was introduced the day after the Administration asked a federal court to strike down the ACA, includes provisions that will:
Lower health insurance premiums with strengthened and expanded affordability assistance
- Strengthening tax credits in the Marketplace to lower Americans' health insurance premiums and allowing more middle-class individuals and families to qualify for subsidies;
- Ensuring that families who don't have an offer of affordable coverage from an employer can still qualify for subsidies in the Marketplace; and
- Providing funding for reinsurance to help with high cost claims, improve Marketplace stability, and prevent the Administration's sabotage from raising premiums.
Strengthen protections for people with pre-existing conditions
- Curtailing the Administration's efforts to give states waivers to undermine protections for people with pre-existing conditions and weaken standards for essential health benefits, which would leave consumers with less comprehensive plans that do not cover needed services, such as prescription drugs, maternity care, and substance use disorder treatment.
Stop insurance companies from selling short-term, limited duration insurance plans
- Stopping the Administration's efforts to push Americans into short-term, limited duration health insurance plans that do not provide coverage for essential medical treatments and drugs and plans that are allowed to discriminate against people with pre-existing medical conditions.
Reverse divisive action that has needlessly driven up premiums and uninsured rates, and empower states to innovate and invest in enrolling more people in affordable health coverage
- Reversing the Administration's damage by requiring open enrollment outreach, education, and funding for navigators;
- Investing in state efforts to conduct outreach to increase enrollment, educate consumers of their rights, and help individuals navigate the health insurance system;
- Empowering states to implement new approaches to increasing enrollment and allowing states to set up their own Marketplaces; and
- Holding the Administration accountable for its use of federal dollars dedicated to increasing enrollment, outreach, and running the federal exchange.
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Nine Volt Heart
(West Yorkshire, UK)
How would you describe your sound and lyric style?
I'd like to think we have a pretty diverse sound. We don't have one set formula or style, on our new record each song sounds way different from the last and I really dig that. Lyrically, we're really into storytelling and having running themes and concepts going on.
Who are your main influences?
My Chemical Romance, Twin Atlantic, Foo Fighters, Black Flag, Nirvana, Libertines… plus a terabyte sized iPod worth of other stuff.
What are you working on now?
We're kicking about a bunch of new tunes and we'll get some recording done this summer hopefully, it'd be really cool to get something else out this year, but I think we're still finding our feet and figuring out what we're doing with ourselves. We worked for ages on The Miracle Kids and it still feels weird to not have getting that finished looming over us – it's really nice to just be able to write as much as we want when we want.
Are you touring now?
Not at the moment, which sucks abundantly. We totally want to though.
What can people expect at your live gigs?
I think people who have seen us would expect a lot of energy from us, out of tune guitars and really REALLY terrible stage banter.
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The "seemingly never-ending Brexit saga" continues to cast a shadow over the housing market, with flat demand from buyers and sales expectations weakening, according to surveyors.
Brexit uncertainty is a significant factor causing hesitation for buyers and sellers, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) said.
Rics said expectations for house sales deteriorated in August, with a net balance of 23% expecting sales to dip rather than increase in the next three months.
It said August also saw flat demand from new buyers, after a couple of months where inquiries from potential purchasers had increased.
Simon Rubinsohn, Rics chief economist, said: "It is hard to get away from the shadow being cast over the housing market by the seemingly never-ending Brexit saga."
The findings were released after a separate report from the Building Societies Association (BSA) on Tuesday suggested political wrangling has knocked confidence further in the housing market.
The BSA found a third (33%) of people expect house prices will fall over the coming year, up from 24% in June.
Its latest Property Tracker Survey suggested discretionary home purchases at least may be on hold for now.
In the BSA's survey, 33% disagreed with the statement that it is a good time to buy a property, while only 22% agreed.
Rics also said the number of new properties coming on the market in August was "more or less flat once again in August" – and with fresh buyer inquiries also levelling out house prices were largely unchanged.
A net balance of 12% of surveyors expect prices to increase rather than decrease in the next 12 months, Rics said.


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Marguerite Mahler was one of the first graduates of OU's legal assistant program.
More than 40 years ago, Marguerite Mahler was reading the Detroit Free Press when she noticed an article about a new legal assistant program starting at Oakland University. The 40-something wife and mother had left a career in laboratory science to raise her family and was looking to re-enter the workforce.
Marguerite Mahler and Barbara Lister-Tait, director of OU's paralegal program.
After taking the first two courses – Introduction to the Law, and Legal Research and Writing, she decided to complete the program, which was capped off with an internship at a local law firm.
"It just sort of fell into my lap," she said of her paralegal education. "But it served me well. I learned a lot on the job, of course, but the program gave me a good foundation. I felt I was as well prepared as anybody."
Following her internship, she got a job at Detroit-based law firm Dickinson Wright, where she was among the first legal assistants the firm hired. Back in those days, she says, the profession wasn't clearly defined, and each assistant had to tell the attorneys about their specific skill set.
"It was interesting because the attorneys didn't really know what you could do," she said. "I was trained to work in many different areas of law, but preferred to work in litigation.
Mahler was assigned to the firm's labor and employment relations law section, where she put her research skills to work helping attorneys gather and organize information before and during trials. She helped prepare evidence exhibits and also helped attorneys with jury selections.
"The way I described my job is that I was in charge of the facts, and the attorneys were in charge of the law," she said.
During Mahler's 11 years with the firm, she worked on many cases, including an age discrimination case that lasted throughout her career.
"I was in charge of all the pleadings," she said. "I worked up questions and sat in on depositions. I was always in the background until the case settled in the fall that I retired."
She worked alongside notable people, including John O'Meara, who was later appointed a U.S. District Court judge, and Robert Young, who went on to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court. She also mentored many paralegals, including OU Paralegal Program Director Barbara Lister-Tait, who started her career at Dickinson Wright.
"What I remember most about Marguerite was how calm she was," said Lister-Tait. "Deadlines were always crazy, and it meant a lot to have someone that, if you had a question, she would explain things to you. She was extremely intelligent and understood the law."
Lister-Tait and Mahler have kept in touch over the years and recently met for lunch.
"It's always wonderful to see her," Lister-Tait said of her mentor. "I feel very fortunate to have had her guidance, and I'm happy to pay it forward to paralegals that I've worked with, as well as OU students who are preparing to enter the profession."
Part of OU's Professional and Continuing Education, the paralegal certificate program has prepared hundreds of graduates for careers in various legal settings. It was one of the first legal assistant programs established in Michigan and has been approved by the American Bar Association since 1976.
Learn more about the program at oakland.edu/pace/business/paralegal.


text: British Columbia Court of Appeal provides potential litigants with guidance on leave requirements for a secondary market action28 mars 2013 Stikeman Elliott Ce billet est disponible en anglais seulement. In a unanimous judgment released orally in November, 2012, the British Columbia Court of Appeal (the "Court of Appeal") upheld the lower court decision in Round v. MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. ("Round") issued in October 2011. Round was the first decision in British Columbia to address the test for leave to commence a secondary securities market action for negligent misrepresentation. In dismissing the appeal, the Court of Appeal held that Ms. Round failed to satisfy the second branch of the leave test, namely, that there was reasonable possibility that Ms. Round's claim would be successful at trial. In this regard, the Court of Appeal, like the Chambers Judge, concluded that Ms. Round had no cause of action. Firstly, Part 16.1 of the British Columbia Securities Act, which creates a cause of action for secondary market liability, does not apply retroactively and was not in force when the material facts giving rise to Ms. Round's purported cause of action were completed. Secondly, Ms. Round did not acquire her shares in the secondary market but rather from the company treasury. Ms. Round therefore did not have a personal cause of action that could be resolved in her favour. The underlying facts of this case are set out in a detailed commentary on the lower decision, which can be found here. The Court of Appeal Provides Some Guidance on the Leave Test but Skirts the Central Issue While the appeal ultimately turned on factual questions specific to Ms. Round's particular case, the Court of Appeal did endorse certain key findings made by the Chambers Judge regarding the test for leave to commence a secondary market securities action. In so doing, the Court of Appeal provided some clear insight for potential litigants as to the requirements for obtaining leave in British Columbia. Most significantly for potential plaintiffs, it is critical that the proposed plaintiff have a personal cause of action that is likely to be resolved in his or her favour at trial. In this connection, the proposed plaintiff must acquire his or her shares in the secondary market; shares issued from treasury and subsequently acquired pursuant to employee share purchase plans will not ground a cause of action for secondary market misrepresentations. With respect to potential defendants, Round makes it clear that issuers are not required to disclose impugned material changes in the manner required under the Securities Act, such as filing a Material Change Report on SEDAR. Rather, the issuance of a news release is sufficient disclosure to the public under the secondary market liability provisions. Round also makes it clear that potential defendants are not required to swear, file and serve their own independent affidavits in response to a leave application, but may rely on affidavits filed by other parties (or persons). While this guidance is helpful, it remains to be seen whether the British Columbia courts, like the Ontario courts, will ultimately permit potential defendants not to file any evidence or produce any affidavits. Unfortunately, the Court of Appeal did not provide any guidance on the central issue of the appropriate threshold to be applied at the leave stage. In the lower court, the Chambers Judge had clearly signaled that the British Columbia courts may take a stricter approach to the leave test than the Ontario courts, which, to-date, have defined the threshold for granting leave as "relatively low." The B.C. Court of Appeal's silence on the issue means a continuing uncertainty for potential plaintiffs and defendants across the country. Given the potential divergence between the two leave tests, it will be interesting to see whether potential plaintiffs will favour Ontario as the jurisdiction of choice for secondary market securities actions, or at least attempt to plead Ontario law, in an effort to avail themselves of the potentially lower leave threshold. MISE EN GARDE : Cette publication a pour but de donner des renseignements généraux sur des questions et des nouveautés d'ordre juridique à la date indiquée. Les renseignements en cause ne sont pas des avis juridiques et ne doivent pas être traités ni invoqués comme tels. Veuillez lire notre mise en garde dans son intégralité au www.stikeman.com/avis-juridique.


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There's no place like Assen2019-06-24 03:57
Remember last year? The Cathedral of Speed is a race you don't want to miss.
Monday, 24 June 2019
The headlines in Barcelona were dominated by one incident, but looking ahead to the Motul TT Assen they certainly shouldn't remain that way. The script for the Catalan GP was written early but if there's one venue where the plan always gets a shake up, it's Assen. Whether it's final chicane drama, the incredible close racing often created by the track or the risks that can arise from the weather, the Dutch GP is often as classic as the circuit around which it is raced. And the TT Circuit Assen truly is a classic – it's the longest-serving venue on the calendar, with the first traces of the track already laid as the Championship was in its infancy. There's no place like the Cathedral.
For Championship leader Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team), it has a mix of good and not-so-good memories, but this season he now arrives 37 points clear as the dust settles after Round 7 and that's worth more than a little spring in his step. He's also now in the best position of power he's been in all year, but that can fall both ways – attack and defend. Will he play it safer to protect that lead? Or will he feel free to go all-out and attack with less now at stake?
Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati Team) is the first man hoping Marquez will play the wrong hand. Looking good in the early stages after another stellar start, 'DesmoDovi' was the biggest casualty of The Incident in Barcelona in terms of the Championship and it's now game on for the Italian. It's no longer enough to keep more of an eye on the long game, he now has to go weapons free in a bid to close down that lead. Both he and teammate Danilo Petrucci have showed they can take on Marquez and win this season – but can they do that at Assen?
One joker in the pack – in terms of what had increasingly become a Honda vs Ducati fight at the front, plus Alex Rins (Team Suzuki Ecstar) – will likely be the Yamahas. Especially at Assen. Qualifying was a stellar day for the Iwata marque in Barcelona before race day saw big rewards for the man who finished, Fabio Quartararo (Petronas Yamaha SRT), and pace was not what put the proverbial spanner in the works of his fellow M1 riders. First crash out the way earlier in the weekend, Quartararo rode a stunner to take his first podium and that could release the rookie from a few nerves at Assen – but in those first few laps it was Maverick Viñales (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) stealing the scene.
After a litany of sluggish getaways – plus a jump start – Viñales in 2019 was the late race pace man (and the bad luck man, now crashed out through no fault of his own a few frustrating times). But in Barcelona he was out the gate more aggressively than we've just about ever seen from him, chopping his way through to the business end before his race was chopped short. Would that have continued all race? In Assen the number 12 will be an interesting one to watch, and he was a key player in the battle of Assen 2018. His teammate, however, will likely have even more eyes on him.
Valentino Rossi (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) fills the stands wherever he goes, and the Dutch GP is no exception. But some circuits have seen him accrue better track records than others, and the TT Circuit Assen is one the number 46 has set alight time and again, winning ten times in total. If Saturday at Catalunya and the time preceding the crash set a precedent, Rossi is more than a podium threat. Controversy, chaos and control; the 'Doctor' has reigned through all.
And then there's Rins. Another tough qualifying in Barcelona was quickly leapfrogged by the Suzuki man on race day, and he was right in the battle for the podium – looking feistier than his normal serene style when the gloves came off against Danilo Petrucci. He was only just off the rostrum after the mother of all avoidance tactics set him back a few places when he overcooked it, but he had pace once again – and he was one of the standout performers in the all-out war for the Dutch GP last season. He's another to add to the ever-increasing list of expected names battling it out at the front.
Jack Miller (Pramac Racing) won his only premier class Grand Prix so far at Assen and he was back staying the distance at Catalunya, Cal Crutchlow (LCR Honda Castrol) wants to regain his control over the Independent Team rider standings, and teammate Takaaki Nakagami (LCR Honda Idemistu) wants to get in his way. Joan Mir (Team Suzuki Ecstar) wants to gain on Quartararo in the fight for Rookie of the Year, and Franco Morbidelli (Petronas Yamaha SRT) wants to convert Saturday pace into Sunday points. Jorge Lorenzo (Repsol Honda Team) wants to replay his stellar start in Barcelona before it all went wrong, and Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing Team Gresini) wants to try and bounce back. His brother Pol Espargaro (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) just wants to keep raking in the rewards for an incredibly impressive season so far. The narratives, battles and stakes are endless.
The TT Circuit Assen is more than a postcard or a slice of nostalgia. It earns its place in legend year after year, and 2019 will likely be no different. The standings got a shake up in Barcelona but this time last season the Dutch GP was shaking the foundations of MotoGP™ with one of the best races of all time. There's no reason to believe the Cathedral will not bless us with another.
Tune in on Sunday 30th June as the grid try to tame one of the best tracks on the calendar – you won't be disappointed.
Championship standings
1 - Marc Marquez (SPA - Honda) - 140
2 - Andrea Dovizioso (ITA - Ducati) - 103
3 - Alex Rins (SPA - Suzuki) - 101
4 - Danilo Petrucci (ITA - Ducati) - 98
5 - Valentino Rossi (ITA - Yamaha) - 72
Can Alex Marquez make it four in a row at Assen?
The new Championship leader looks nigh on unstoppable. Will the Motul TT Assen change that?
Le Mans is a very different track to Mugello, and Mugello is different to Catalunya. And yet, as we arrive at the TT Circuit Assen, one man has ruled them all: Alex Marquez (EG 0,0 Marc VDS). He's now the new Championship leader by seven points, too, despite a 0 at Jerez through no fault of his own, and in Barcelona he showed he could do it from sixth on the grid. So is he unstoppable?
The bad news for his rivals is that each of the three-in-a-row wins – something he'd never done before – has been taken with a significant amount of time in his pocket and at Catalunya in the post-race Press Conference he said it himself: he made zero mistakes. In addition, until this season, the only back-to-back wins he'd taken had been in Moto3™ in his Championship-winning 2014 season at Catalunya and…Assen.
The good news is that everything can change in an instant. It's an overused trope but it's true – as Lorenzo Baldassarri (Flexbox HP 40) proves. A lead and a shield of invincibility accrued in the first part of the season is now fourth overall and a third DNF in seven races, so he'll be top of the list wanting to hit back. But Marquez, along with the likes of Tom Lüthi (Dynavolt Intact GP) – the man closest to the number 73 in the standings and a rider with a solid record at Assen – will be big hurdles in the Italian's way. Jorge Navarro (Beta Tools Speed Up) also remains very much a man in form, and Speed Up were second in the hands of Fabio Quartararo last season.
The fight doesn't stop with a handful of names, however. Augusto Fernandez (Flexbox HP 40) has some serious speed, Marcel Schrötter (Dynavolt Intact GP) is looking to keep his pace rolling on race day, Enea Bastianini (Italtrans Racing Team) just won't stop impressing in the fight for Rookie of the Year…can KTM fight back? The list goes on. And as the season goes on, everyone learns more in this new era of Moto2™.
There's one home hero on the grid for the crowd to cheer for, too: Bo Bendsneyder (RW Racing GP), who's scored a few points so far this season, and the TT Circuit Assen could be a good venue for a few more.
The Motul TT Assen fires up on Sunday 30th June.
Championship standings
1 - Alex Marquez (SPA - Kalex) - 111
2 - Tom Lüthi (SWI - Kalex) - 104
3 - Jorge Navarro (SPA - Speed Up) - 89
4 - Lorenzo Baldassarri (ITA - Kalex) - 88
5 - Marcel Schrötter (GER - Kalex) - 73
Down to the final chicane: Dalla Porta looks to strike back
The Italian lost out in Barcelona through no fault of his own – now he'll be pushing to cut down the gap to Canet
Moto3™ made more history at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, with Marcos Ramirez (Leopard Racing) taking his first Grand Prix win to make it seven different winners in the first seven races and 12 different winners in a row. Despite that record though, it was an expensive day for one man in particular – Ramirez' teammate Lorenzo Dalla Porta (Leopard Racing). A mechanical problem took him out the race, and Aron Canet's (Sterilgarda Max Racing Team) second place means the Spaniard now has a 23-point lead. The mission for Dalla Porta will be simple: hit back quick and score big.
The Netherlands is a good place to do just that. The classic TT Circuit Assen's final chicane rewards bravery and tactics, two things Dalla Porta has shown already in 2019. Canet has too, but the Italian's motivation on the back foot will be hard to match.
It's not a two-horse race though. Despite a grid penalty that compounded a tough qualifying for Niccolo Antonelli (SIC58 Squadra Corse), the Italian kept himself in touch and is just five points off compatriot Dalla Porta in the standings. Celestino Vietti (Sky Racing Team VR46) impressed to take yet another podium in his first full season and he's not far behind either – and then there's earlier Championship leader Jaume Masia (Bester Capital Dubai), who crashed out and will want to move forward…
Tony Arbolino (VNE Snipers), now a race winner after his Mugello stunner, was another man out of the reckoning in Barcelona after a mechanical as well, and the likes of John McPhee (Petronas Sprinta Racing) and Kaito Toba (Honda Team Asia) are looking to recover from their last lap shenanigans at Catalunya. The field is deep, and Canet will have a fight on his hands to defend his lead and attack to try and increase it.
Last year the Sterilgarda Max Racing Team rider was in the fight right to the end against eventual winner – and now Moto2™ rider – Jorge Martin, so he knows he has pace at Assen. Now, he just has to go one better and make that tough decision, like the likes of Dalla Porta, where exactly he wants to be going into that final chicane on that final lap.
The word classic can be overused but it's the only word for the TT Circuit Assen. Tune in for another Moto3™ melee on Sunday 30th June.
Championship standings
1 - Aron Canet (SPA - KTM) - 103
2 - Lorenzo Dalla Porta (ITA - Honda) - 80
3 - Niccolo Antonelli (ITA - Honda) - 75
4 - Celestino Vietti (ITA - KTM) - 68
5 - Jaume Masia (SPA - KTM) - 65
Source: Dorna Sports
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Alternative Wedding Show 2015 Rings...The Changes
April - 28th June
Eternity rings in 18ct gold with diamonds
About Us
Newman has been creating designer jewellery from his studio in Birmingham's
Jewellery Quarter since first establishing himself in 1998. James's
design inspiration comes from both material and abstract sources.
Though starting points can be diverse, underlying principles and
themes connect James's work. The exploration and juxtaposition of
textures, sculptural forms and use of tactile elements are all key
The designs are characterised by a highly crafted quality, showing
crisp, clear lines. Striking in its simplicity, his jewellery will
add the finishing touch to any outfit, introducing a unique flair
to almost any personal style.
James employs age-old jewellery-making skills in combination with
newly emerging technologies and techniques. By embracing all aspects
of jewellery production and by having a strong design philosophy,
James aims to continue pushing boundaries, creating beautiful work
that endures. All designs are available in 9, 14 or 18ct gold as
well as platinum and palladium.
Biographical Details
Rings...The Changes introduces four fabulous jewellers whose work defies tradition: Clara Breen; Hanna Tommola; Deborah Cadby and Jeanne Marell.
The 14th Alternative Wedding Show also presents precious collections by a range of renowned jewellers including:
Mark Nuell; Mirri Damer; David McCaul; Natalie Jane Harris; James Newman; Poppy Dandiya; Malcolm Morris; Graeme McColm; Jacqueline Mina; Victoria Walker; Paul Finch; Adele Taylor; Ruth Bridges; Pamela Dickinson; Mia Chicco; Mikala Djorup; Jacks Design; Josef Koppmann; Maneggi;
Chris Boland; Diana Porter; Kate Smith; Iain Henderson; Michael Carberry; Sara Bukumunhe;
Nicola Perkins.
A selection of tiaras also available.