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How to Wear Non-Maternity Clothes while Pregnant
Pregnancy is an exciting period of your life, and you will certainly find a lot of new things that will keep surprising you. One of those things might be the prices of all those cute maternity clothes that you can't wait to wear to show off your baby bump. It can be a lot, and when you're waiting for a baby, every penny counts. So, to help you pinch the pennies, here are ways you can make your non-maternity clothes last you though your pregnancy.
DIY them
Sure, some of your clothing won't really fit as it is, but with a few simple changes, you can wear your jeans even when your belly starts to grow. Firstly, you will want to make a selection of all of your longer shirts, because you want things that will still cover your belly and the top of your pants, so you can cover your little DIYs, like pulling a looped string through the button hole and using it instead, so that you can have a few extra inches. For larger projects, you can insert an elastic band into your jeans to make them more comfortable or get some low waisted pairs (which all of your pants should be when you're pregnant) and add on a thick strap that you can pull up over your stomach.
Buy things you'd actually wear
You don't want to be left after your pregnancy with a pile of clothing you paid a lot of money for but will never wear again. Your best friend in this case are dresses, but you do have to know how to pick them. Look for a place that sells women's clothing online and has a large selection, then start looking. A-line dresses will make you look like a tent, so pass them over and focus on things that accentuate your baby bump, like stretchy, bodycon dresses or maxi empire waist dresses. These are things that you will be able to casually wear after your pregnancy as well but, more importantly, they will make you look great for these nine months. If you are wearing something that is very flowy and shapeless, put a belt above your belly to give yourself some shape – just because you're pregnant doesn't mean you shouldn't look good.
Delegate clothing by stages
In your first trimester, you will be able to wear all of your clothes that you would before you were pregnant, because you will barely be showing any tummy. As you come to your second trimester, this is where you'll want to get most of your clothes, because this is what your body will look like not just now, but also for a few months after the pregnancy, and you'll be able to wear a mixture of maternity and adjusted non-maternity clothes. In your third trimester – let's face it – you won't really care that much about what you're wearing, you'll be ready to have this baby out of your belly and into your arms. There really isn't much point in buying special maternity clothes just for your last trimester, so maybe invest in one pair of good maternity jeans and for everything else, adapt what you already have.
Of course you don't want to spend nine months looking like a hot mess because you don't have any clothes that fit properly but, if you take into consideration that you'll probably have an event or two that you'll have to buy a special maternity dress for, and that the rest of the time you can easily get by with adapted clothes, you'll realize that there's no reason to pay the outrageous maternity clothing prices and that you'll go back to your regular shopping in no time.


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What is an independent educational consultant?
"Independent educational consultants are skilled professionals who provide counseling to help student and family choose a college, university or other program that is a good personal match: one that will foster this particular student's academic and social growth. Educational consultants can provide a student and family with individual attention, first hand knowledge of hundreds of educational opportunities, and the time to explore all of the options. An independent counselor works one-on-one with students and parents to develop a thorough, carefully researched and appropriate school and/or college search, and guide the student through every step of the process."
Many argue that independent college consulting is a luxury many cannot afford. Within the four professional organizations I currently belong, I have yet to meet a private counselor who doesn't work on a sliding scale or in fact for free if it necessitates. After being in schools for twenty-five years, it's obvious that the potpourri of jobs any counselor has doesn't give students the focus and assistance they need in both understanding and filling out college applications. School counselors are often excellent and well qualified. It's just that they are part of a system that has an average ration of 500 students to every counselor.
A recent Boston Globe article discusses the possibility of a potential check box where students would have to indicate to universities if they were receiving outside help to complete their college applications. I wholeheartedly disagree with this concept. Privacy issues are of ultimate concern everywhere in everything. What families and students choose to do is personal. Do universities tell the public what they are doing behind closed doors? I think not. Not to imply that anything is being done they wouldn't publicize. However, it is the right of every admission officer to keep their information private. There is nothing unethical about keeping this information private. Qualified private counselors assist students and do not do work for them. I know that myself, along with many colleagues will answer questions for students with no charge.
"The Independent Educational Consultants Association has seen its membership triple since 1996, and expects continued growth in the coming years. There are now approximately 4,000 independent counselors nationwide. . . . 'Of the 260,000 [high school] graduates last year who went to private colleges, 58,000 worked with consultants, representing 22 percent of the freshman class in these schools."
The business of education is widely recognized and accepted. Qualified independent college consultants must be a respected option as are life coaches, psychologists and physical trainers to mention a few. After all, college consultants all have the same goals in mind – that of placing students in the best educational environment to meet their needs and have them gain knowledge and achieve happiness and success.
Examine an application – Just see what is required to click that submit button. I understand universities need the information to make distinctions and decisions. However, the complexity of the application is often difficult if not impossible for students to complete without the proper guidance.
Realize that well meaning school counselors are often spread too thin and universities recommending the students' independence want them to do it alone. Some colleges do suggest support and guidance, but from whom and how? The fact is that many students do not know all the current application requirements, options, statistics or what universities want to know. Reading any university website on what the school wants, clearly demonstrates the vague nature of how admission officials make their decisions. There are factors in admission that change from year to year. What are the different ways to apply? Early Decision, Early Action, Restrictive First Choice Early Action? Rolling Admissions? Who is explaining this in the high schools? Most recently Harvard, Princeton and the University of Virginia eliminated their Early Plans for the Class of 2012. How do students become aware of such news?
Other factors students must know when applying to college include standardized tests – what tests to take where and when? And how to prepare…About 720 universities in the United States don't even require tests. What are the differences in the requirements? Who takes the ACT? SATI? Which universities require the SAT Subject Exams and how many of these? Are they optional? required? Students also need to know how to register for the exams. High schools generally do not provide these answers. The counselors can, at times help but with ratios at nearly 500 to 1, their time is extremely limited. Recently, I had one of my seniors request a senior college prep packet at his high school only to hear, "We don't have one." I compliment Rob Killion, executive director of the Common Application who continually works toward a commonality in this complicated maze. However, look at the number of supplements and additional essays required by schools on the common application. www.commonapp.org. Just how common are these applications anyway?
Then there are those recommendations – how many and for which school? Who should I give them to? What should I include? Should I send the universities supplemental recommendations? When should I submit them? What should I fill out? Do I waive my right to see them? These are just a few of the questions I get from students all the time. There are also Midyear Reports. Many students have never seen this before. What do I do with them?
There's the Brag Sheet or list of extracurricular activities and honors and awards received in high school. Students need to know how to present those. Students want to know how to best state their activities and who should get this list. One of my students recently gave me a near twenty page extracurricular list answering numerous excellent and specific questions. Unquestionably, this gives any reader a clear sense of this student. However, who would read this at the university level. Students are given approximately seven short lines to list years of experience and accomplishments. They are entitled to know how to maximize this space.
Essay questions are a significant source of concern to students. Just what are these admission officers looking for? Although many universities do give a "topic of your choice" there are those questions that are amazingly specific – quoting legendary philosophers that have students decipher the content and then connect it all on a personal level. To do all this in anywhere from 100 to 600 words depending on the institution is yet an additional skill. We hear too that essays should be in story format, creative and wonderfully intriguing. Most recently, I heard an admission officer state that they often read the 1st and last paragraph and then decide whether or not to read the rest. Students generally do not learn to write 1st person essays like this in high school. Realize too that many applications require 3 to 4 essays…some long, some short – but nevertheless all different.
High school athletes also need guidance regarding NCAA rules and requirements – how and when to contact coaches and where to go for information.
If universities are requesting and requiring all these components, students are entitled to know what to do and what it all means. As long as most schools do not provide the adequate guidance, admissions remains a complicated process. Competition for select spots continues to increase along with the need and demand for private college consultants.
It becomes instantaneously obvious once anyone starts examing the plethora of requirements necessary to apply to college these days, that it is an amazingly complex and overwhelming process. Combine that fact with the many who are limited English speakers and first generation in their family to attend college that must weed through the requirements of this process with little or no guidance. Add in the mix the over programmed teen who, on top of monumental amounts of homework, extracurricular activities and perhaps a job must now apply to an average of a dozen universities just to assure acceptance into a college during the most competitive admissions cycle in history. Just examining last seasons percentage of admits at selective universities will verify this fact. http://www.college-connections.com/collegelinks.htm
There are those who continue to bombard the independent college consultant in their private efforts to guide these students. Their services invariably improve family relations and reduces stress. In addition, nearly all independent counselors take pro bono students. The simple truth is that thousands of students are not getting the guidance they need. Certainly there are countless effective counselors in schools across the country, but the counselor to student ratio is exorbitant. Some school counselors manage as many as 500 students. Add the vast amounts of additional jobs many of these counselors have including but not limited to scheduling, monitoring social behavior and writing recommendations. Many have job titles that include "guidance counselor". How many times have I heard students say, "My counselor doesn't know me" and then there are those students who don't even know if their schools even have a college counselor. Universities have specific requirements for admittance. Yet, thousands get to their senior year without the necessary courses due to lack of guidance. These counselors simply cannot handle the large enrollments and it's no surprise, as the schools are significantly under budgeted. Yes, there are those independent schools that manage well, whose ratio of counselor to students is 10:1, where students' curriculums are reviewed and carefully managed. However, so many of these families still seek outside help for their college admission process.
The angst and anxiety of the college admissions process has reached new levels. Words like "admission frenzy" and "gaming the system" are all over the media. As a result, some of the top universities have eliminated early plans to try and quiet the storm. Private college consultants have become as necessary as any psychologist. Yet, how many psychologists do as much pro bono work as college consultants? Educational business is not a dirty word. Other factors driving the admissions intensity are the universities themselves. The business of college admissions is at an all time high. Large budgets are allocated for enrollment management divisions. Thousands of dollars are directed at recruiting students and encouraging more and more applications because it then can make the university look more selective. Just last week on one of my professional online digests was a request from a top admission official for marketing suggestions concerning online banner placements. College websites are huge business and placement of ads equally as important. After all, these are tremendous recruitment tools and yield does increase that U.S. News Ranking. Other factors driving the frenzy are undoubtedly the "helicopter" parent population. Many parents push their kids to the absolute limit to achieve what they didn't and still hold beliefs that the way to a successful, secure future is through a top tier school – not necessarily so. Many state universities are notorious for having produced some of the most successful and influential people in the world. Peer pressure is added to this mix, creating anxious turmoil. The average number of senior applications is estimated at 12 to 15 schools per students. Last week at a selective independent school in Los Angeles, a nervous 9th grade parent group was encouraged to not think about college plans just yet.
Jeannie Borin, M.Ed.
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Orlando Learning Community
Pastors and Congregational Leaders,
We at Made to Flourish believe that the local church has a vital role to play in God's mission in the world. As fellow followers of Jesus who have given so much to your local congregations, you probably believe that too. But the question remains how effective we are in this mission. What does it really look like for a church to embody the gospel of Jesus in both word and deed? In what ways are we called to seek the flourishing of those both within and outside of our church walls? How can our churches effectively train and deploy a whole sea of congregant leaders to participate in God's redemptive mission wherever he has placed them?
These are the questions (and others like them) that lie at the foundation of the mission of the church. But like many of the most important things, they tend to get crowded out by the "tyranny of the urgent." Without thoughtful attention to these underlying questions, we might find our mission drifting and our effectiveness waning.
That's where the Learning Community comes in. It is an intentional time to withdraw from the normal rhythms of life and ministry to focus on the important underlying foundation. Over the course of three sessions, you will learn from recognized thought leaders, visit with practitioners on the leading edge of this movement, and wrestle with your own practical plan for implementing these learnings in your own church community. And perhaps most significantly, you will do all of this while rubbing shoulders with others who are wrestling with the same issues in the same city/region.
The cost to participate in the Learning Community is $1500 per church. If this cost is prohibitive, we also offer payment plans and provide scholarships for qualified churches. The last thing we want is for money to be the barrier to your participation! Just talk to us before you register and we'll explore what the best option would be for your situation.
Learn more about our Learning Community on this webpage, including session overviews, testimonials, and FAQs. If you're ready to take the next step, you can also submit your application.
We hope you'll consider joining us for this unique and transformational learning experience!
Case Thorp & Justin Holcomb
City Network Leaders – Orlando
Session Overviews
The Learning Community (LC) is a unique educational experience. Over the course of three sessions, participating pastors and congregational leaders will learn from recognized thought-leaders, visit with practitioners on the leading edge of this movement, and wrestle with their own practical plan for implementing these learnings in their own church community. And perhaps most significantly, they will do all of this while rubbing shoulders with others who are wrestling with the same issues in the same city/region.
Here is a brief snapshot of the content you'll be discussing in the Learning Community:
Session 1 – Theological Foundations of Faith, Work, and Economics
Date: May 2-3, 2018
Description: In this session, we seek to lay a theological foundation for the whole project. We will explore the Grand Biblical Narrative (Creation, Fall, Redemption, Consummation) and its relevance to our world and our work. We will see how our work is a central aspect of our call to love God and neighbor. In the words of Steve Garber, "Vocation is integral, not incidental, to the missio Dei."
Faculty Member: Pastor Darryl Ford
Darryl Ford is Lead Pastor of Ikon Community Church in Atlanta. His greatest passion is seeing the gospel radically transforming myriad cultures and people groups through creative contextualization without compromise.
Darryl was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He began his career in the US Air Force as a weather forecaster where he served in several places around the world including Alaska, Hawaii, and the Middle East. During this time, Darryl served as a lay leader, teacher, and preacher in several churches. After the military, Darryl became a District Manager for a retail gas chain in the Midwest. He holds a B.S. in Information Systems and a Masters in Management, Leadership and Strategy from Michigan State University's Eli Broad School of Business. Darryl left the business world and entered the vocational ministry in 2008 while serving on the staff of a church in the Greater Chicago Area. In 2011, Darryl and his family moved to Atlanta as a church planting resident at Perimeter Church.
He wholeheartedly believes that when people awaken to the grandeur of God and His attributes, their greatest affections will be oriented towards Him and genuine transformation (both individually as well as corporately) will occur.
Session 2 – The Church for Vocational Discipleship
Date: September 12-13, 2018
Description: Building on the Foundations from session 1, we now explore the ways in which this reframes the ministry of our local churches. If our vocational callings are central to God's mission in the world, in what ways are our churches aiding (or hindering) this goal? How should a commitment to vocational stewardship affect the various aspects of local church life (preaching, liturgical practices, spiritual formation, evaluation criteria, etc.)?
Faculty Member: Tom Nelson and Luke Bobo
Tom is president of Made to Flourish. The author of The Economics of Neighborly Love: Investing in Your Community's Compassion and Capacity, Work Matters: Connecting Sunday Worship to Monday Work, Five Smooth Stones: Discovering the Path to Wholeness of Soul, and Ekklesia: Rediscovering God's Design for the Church, Nelson is a regular speaker and facilitator on faith, work, and economics.
Tom is also the senior pastor of Christ Community Church in Kansas City. He has served on the Board of Regents of Trinity International University and is on the leadership team of the Oikonomia Network. He graduated with a master's of theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and received his doctorate from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
Dr. Luke Bobo serves as director of resource and curriculum development, bringing leadership to creating and curating resources and curriculum for MTF pastors. Luke brings a rich blend of experience to MTF, having worked for 15 years in the marketplace as an engineer before pursuing an M.Div. and Ph.D., and eventually serving as the executive director of the Francis Schaeffer Institute at Covenant Seminary.
Recently, Luke has spent time as a professor of religious studies at Lindenwood University, and wrote curriculum for a workplace ministry. Luke is an adjunct professor of contemporary culture and apologetics at Covenant Seminary. Luke is also the author of Living Salty and Light Filled Lives in the Workplace, and A Layperson's Guide to Biblical Interpretation: A Means to Know the Personal God.
Session 3 – The Church for Vocational Mission
Date: November 14-15, 2018
Description: The church is called to join God's redemptive mission "far as the curse is found." This includes seeking the flourishing of the communities in which he has placed us. In this session we focus on the central role of economic exchange and the role of the church in fostering a flourishing economy.
Faculty Member: Amy Sherman
Dr. Amy L. Sherman is a Senior Fellow at the Sagamore Institute for Policy Research, where she directs the Center on Faith in Communities. She likes to describe the work of the Center as that of being "a minister to ministries." She provides training and consulting to churches and nonprofits seeking to transform their communities for the common good.
Dr. Sherman is the author of six books, including Kingdom Calling, and some 75+ published articles in such diverse periodicals as Christianity Today, First Things, The Public Interest, Policy Review, Prism, The Christian Century, and Books & Culture.
|Theological Foundations of Faith, Work, and Economics
|The Church for Vocational Discipleship
|The Church for Vocational Mission
|Insight for vocational stewardship from each of the four Biblical paradigms of Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Consummation
|A critical evaluation of church culture, including its mission, liturgy, pastoral practices, discipleship, and communication systems
|A critical evaluation of church ministries/outreach and community engagement
|Biblical Understanding of Vocational Stewardship
|Transforming Church Culture
|Individuals and Churches on Mission
|Whole Persons:Personally Transformed Workers
|Whole Churches:Churches for Whole-Life Discipleship
|Whole Communities: Discipleship "For the Life of the World"
|Foundational Biblical Insights
|The Church as AnEconomic Actor
|How Churches and Commissioned Congregants Revitalize Communities
|Individual(s)Shaped by FWE Theology
|ChurchesShaped by FWE Theology
|CommunitiesShaped by FWE Theology
Made to Flourish Learning Community Session #1
Wednesday, May 2
First Presbyterian Orlando
106 E. Church Street
Orlando, FL 32801
8:15-9:15 AM Introductory Breakfast
9:15-10:30 AM Segment 1
10:30-10:45 AM Morning Break
10:45-12:00 PM Segment 1 (cont)
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch
1:00-2:15 PM Segment 2
2:15-2:30 PM Afternoon Break
2:30-3:30 PM Segment 2 (cont)
3:30-6:30 PM Free Time
6:30-7:30 PM Dinner
7:30-9:00 PM Segment 3
Thursday, May 3
9:00-9:15 AM Welcome
9:15-10:30 AM Segment 4
10:30-10:45 AM Morning Break
10:45-12:00 PM Segment 5
Click here to apply for the Orlando Learning Community


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Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Shallots
Side Dish
What do you need?
How to make?
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, tough outer leaves removed, base trimmed, sprouts cut in half
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Several large shallots, peeled and thickly sliced, about a cup
4 cloves garlic, peeled, sliced in half
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
Sauté shallots in olive oil: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe sauté pan on medium high heat. Add the shallots, spread them out in an even layer, lower the heat to medium low, and let them cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until softened and lightly browned. Add Brussels sprouts, garlic, balsamic: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Add the Brussels sprouts and the garlic to the shallots. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes more, until the sprouts begin to brown. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Bake in oven: Place in oven, uncovered. Roast at 425 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes, until cooked through and caramelized on the edges. Sprinkle with balsamic, thyme, walnuts, salt, pepper: Remove from oven. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar, the thyme, and toasted walnuts (if using). Stir to combine. Add more salt and pepper to taste.


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By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com
I spent all day Friday talking with each of my 7th grade English Language Arts classes about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It was during that lesson, by the way, that I discovered the secret to education. Everyone asks what's the key to making children attentive, expressive, and even tame. I found it…but I'm not willing to share it yet. Maybe soon! Trust me; it's worth paying me for!
Back on topic…
It was a joy to engage in classroom conversation about the legacy of Dr. King, his life, his dream, and his sacrifice. Students opened up about what he means to them, what he sought to accomplish, and whether his dream has become a reality. Adults can learn a lot simply by listening to the young.
I tell you now exactly what I told my students Friday: "Monday, when you're enjoying your day off, remember a man paid for that day off with his very life."
Dr. King seemed to know that he would not live to see everything unfold that he had fought for. He fought anyway. He seemed to know that his cry for freedom would cost him everything. He cried out anyway. May we ever continue the work that he poured himself into.
A few minutes ago, Governor Palin also discussed Dr. King via Facebook:
Tomorrow, America honors the memory of one of our greatest – Martin Luther King, Jr. He used his gifts and talents in selfless, mighty ways to mobilize efforts against racial discrimination and is deserving of our honor.
Please take a moment to tell your children about this great man. He fought for liberty and equality because he knew they were God-given and he knew that no government should be empowered to thwart our freedom. King summarized his mission when stating that no one should be judged based on skin color, but by the content of one's character.
Seeming to have a foreboding notion of how quickly life passes, he did not waste time on pettiness. He believed that "the quality, not the longevity, of one's life is what is important."
May our children follow in the footsteps of giants like King, who sincerely respected equality.
– Sarah Palin
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." – MLK
She also tweeted:
On MLK Day,remembr his selfless,faithful efforts 2 destroy racial walls."Faith is taking 1st step even when u don't see the staircase"-MLKjr
I remember when Martin Luther King Day became a federal holiday. I also remember this song that celebrated it. Listen…


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The Newcastle Velodrome complex is a multi-use facility managed by the Newcastle Velodrome Trust and used by Hunter District for track, criterium and cyclocross racing. The velodrome is 200m long with fully angled concrete banks. Around the velodrome is the Mick Chapman Criterium circuit – a fast and modern 500m tarmac track in memory of a Hunter cycling legend. The grassy outer slopes are used annually for cyclocross – turned into a fun and muddy track.
Track racing is run at the velodrome every Wednesday during the track season, and training during off season along with other days through the week. Newcastle Cyclocross runs three races annually during Winter. Currently the criterium circuit is not subject to regular racing.
Newcastle Velodrome is located on the corner of Melville Road and Chatham Street, Broadmeadow. See it on Google Maps here.


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- April 30th, 2015
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We have spoken to many of you that have seen a substantial increase in your electric bills this winter. Believe me, I'm seeing it too. My electric bill increased 87% from November (2008) to December (2008) and another 25% on top of that in January this year. In comparison to last winter (2007-2008), this year my energy costs are up 55%.
Many of you may be thinking, "That's nothing compared to my bills!" Let me explain. I do little more than sleep and shower at my home, usually getting home just about my bedtime only to leave again by 5:30am the next morning. Other than my heat pump system, water heater and alarm clock, there are no other appliances in my house that are actually used on a daily basis. My point – there are no real energy hogs that would inflate my electrical usage.
My heat pump is controlled by a programmable thermostat which I haven't changed the settings on in more than 10 years. I keep the set point at 64 degrees during the day and raise the temp to 67 overnight. I replaced my water heater 2 years ago so it's definitely more efficient than the old one. Excluding a condemned home, you can't get much more "energy conscious" than my house.
So why the drastic change in my electric bills? My first call was to PEPCO only to hear that they were getting flooded with the same type of calls, but no real explanation. My next step was to go on their website where I located their residential rate schedule. Here is where I noticed that there have been three rate increases since last winter – October 2007, June 2008 and November 2008. (And the largest increase is due to take effect June 1, 2009) On top of that, last winter was mild in comparison to the temperatures we've seen this year. October and January were well below last year's average temperatures and so were November and December – just not as extreme.
Depending on the type system you have in your home, 40% or more of your electrical usage can be attributed to heating and cooling your home. So making certain that the system is operating at maximum efficiency is definitely a good idea. All those things we do during the maintenance inspections are meant to get the most out of your system and minimize the operating costs.
And if you haven't already, now is a good time to take the steps to minimize the air infiltration that we've discussed in past issues. Every home "breathes" meaning the conditioned air in your home is being replaced with outside air several times each day. Your home is constantly losing conditioned air through the top floor and pulling outside air into your home on the lower levels.
The idea is to minimize the air loss and reduce the cost of trying to heat or cool that outside air. Seal exterior penetrations such as where piping, wiring, drains, etc. enter/exit the home. Ensure your home is properly insulated. Make sure unconditioned areas like the attic, crawl spaces and the garage are properly isolated from the conditioned areas. Any ductwork in the unconditioned spaces needs to be sealed and insulated. Seal the penetrations in the ceilings and walls, especially those going to the attic. Remember, the heat in your home will rise and find its way through loose fixtures like the attic hatch, recessed lights, ceiling fans, etc. Those chases that run from the basement to the attic are the equivalent of leaving a window open. Weather-strip the exterior doors and windows. With the increased utility costs, every step taken to maximize efficiency will help to negate the additional energy costs during both heating and cooling season.


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[ Christmas gifts 1991 - 1996 | Christmas gifts 1997 - 2004 ]
Since 1989, an official Pet Shop Boys fanzine Literally has been released through the official PSB fanclub. Thirty numbers has been issued so far. The fanzine contains various information about the group, about tours and recordings, lyrics and answers to questions by fans. It is accompanied with many photographs of various quality. The subscription costs 10 pounds (UK), 11.50 pounds or 7 Euros (Europe), 13 pounds (outside Europe) or 26 USD (USA) (please check the current application, as the price is subject to change). Except for three issues of the fanzine, new / renewing members should receive a bonus merchandise for free as well. You can also order various merchandise (t-shirts, badges etc.). Members of the fanclub receive a Christmas gift each year. The most rare is a CD from 1997, which contains two versions of the song It Doesn't Often Snow At Christmas. This CD was available only for members of the fanclub. In 2000, the gift was a Christmas interview (see gifts).
How to become a member of the fanclub?
Either you can pay the membership fee on-line, or you can ask for the application.
1) Pay the membership fee via the offical shop site - go to "pet shop boys club" page and choose the desired option
OR get and send a fanclub application (two steps):
2a) Either send a stamped addressed envelope to the address stated below or send an exchangeable coupon (should be available at the post office) to the address stated below
Address of the official PSB fanclub
Pet Shop Boys Merchandising
Finally Fan-Fair Ltd.
P. O. Box 50
United Kingdom
2b) Send the completed application to the stated address (either with cash or with details about your credit card; the application contains information about possible methods of payment) and then you can already look forward to Literally (it's possible that at first you'll receive the t-shirt; the fanzine isn't issued regularly - although according to information on the sleeve it should be issued three times a year, it hasn't been released so often during recent years).
Thanks to:
M. Kay (author of the site Pet Shop Boys Confidential) for kind permission to use images of gifts from his site for this section.


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I am working on a new Web app and it appears to be using a component called "React Virtualized" to create lists and grids. I found the following demo of these lists: https://bvaughn.github.io/react-virtualized/#/components/List
What are the odds that TestComplete will ever support this? Or is this some random freeware that is marginally used and most likely will never be fully supported?
I am trying to figure out a way to automate it but I am struggling.
You may not be able to automate them using the "default" options like ClickItem or ClickCell or things like that. However, you can still interact with them using native methods and basic "Keys" and "Click" methods. You may need to write custom code for you to be able to simulate those items.
You can request support... but if it's not a broadly used component set with a large market share, your guess is as good as mine as to whether or not support will be added.


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Geisinger researchers receive $1.9 million NIH grant to study genetic basis of disease
Jul 08, 2015 04:04PM
By Erica Shames
Geisinger investigators Tooraj Mirshahi, Ph.D., and Janet Robishaw, Ph.D., have been awarded $1,928,660 by the National Institutes of Health to study human genetic variants that contribute to diseases.
These studies will examine the clinical impact of individual genetic variants that contribute to disease risk or disease progression.
"Using our integrative approach, we have already identified a precise mechanism for a specific genetic variation linked to skin cancer," the scientists at Geisinger Health System's Weis Center for Research noted. They hope to identify not only other genetic variants, but also how each variant changes cell function to contribute to specific aspects of disease susceptibility and progression.
Integrating functional genomic information into mainstream medical practice is a significant component of the broader precision medicine efforts underway at Geisinger.
One of those efforts is the genetics research collaboration with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., in which Geisinger has collected blood and/or saliva samples from more than 80,000 consented volunteer participants. Regeneron is sequencing the samples to generate de-identified genomic data. If analysis of the genomic data indicates that the participant has a genomic results that could result in a medical condition that can be treated, the participant will be provided information on the condition, as well as education resources and guidance.


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Community Calendar: Week of August 7
Third annual Family Freedom Festival Aug. 17
Mark your calendars, the VFW Auxiliary will host its third annual Family Freedom Festival Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the west end of the Visitor Parking lot.
The event will display what the VFW does for veterans and their families state wide and locally. Any veteran needing help with a claim is invited to talk to a service officer.
Need a fishing license?
Juniper Creek Outdoors, Mountain Man Merchantile and Saya 66 Gas station can issue AZGFD fishing and hunting licenses. Juniper Creek is located at 419 N Grand Canyon Blvd. Their number is (928) 635-4401. Mountain Man Mercantile is located at 400 West Route 66. Their number is (602) 402-7936. Saya's Route 66 Gas Station, 102 South First Street, their phone number is (928) 635-1072. The preferred method of obtaining a fishing license is to go online at www.azgfd.comlicense.
Williams class of 1969 high school reunion Sept. 6-8
The Williams High School (WHS) class of 1969 will host the annual all school reunion September 6-8. Everyone is invited to attend.
On Sept. 6, there will be a meet and greet dinner at 6 p.m. at Miss Kitty's Steak House in Williams. On Sept. 7, there will be a buffet dinner at 6 p.m. at Miss Kitty's Steak House. On Sept. 8, individual class activities will take place.More information is available from Billie Jene Watt at email@example.com or (480) 510-8464. Attendees should RSVP by Aug. 28.
Williams Gardeners' Market open Saturdays
The Williams Gardeners' Market will have fresh produce for sale Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at 403 E. Fulton St. You bring bags and change and we'll bring the produce. Local growers welcome. More information is available by calling (928) 635-2595.
Bingo at St. Johns
St. John's Episcopal-Lutheran Church hosts bingo every first and third Tuesday of the month in Walker Hall, 202 W. Grant Avenue in Williams. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with the first games starting at 5:30 p.m. You must be 18 years or older to purchase games to play.
Pickleball takes place at the Williams Rodeo Barn-Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m.-noon. More informaiton is available from Kerry-Lynn (602) 818-6559.
Folklorico dance
Folklorico Dance instruction takes place at the Williams Rodeo Barn- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. More information is available from Armando at (928) 380-4637
Public safety/emergency alert sign ups
Residents and business owners are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts from Williams Police Department and Coconino County.
To sign up for Williams Nixle alerts, text 888777 and include the zip code 86046. To sign up for Coconino County CodeRed alerts, go to coconino.az.gov/ready.
The alerts are sent out by text, telephone and/or email to notify people of emergency situations such as missing children, police incidents, wildfires, tornadoes, severe weather, evacuations and other catastrophic situations.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:30 -8:30 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal-Lutheran Church's Walker Hall, 202 W. Grant Avenue. A Spanish speaking meeting is held on Mondays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Williams, 629 West Grant Avenue.
WUSD Governing Board meetings
The public is invited to attend Williams Unified School District Governing Board meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays each month. Meetings are at Williams High School culinary room at 6 p.m. See WUSD2.org for meeting agendas.
North Country offering WIC enrollment assistance
North Country HealthCare in Williams is offering free assistance with enrolling in WIC. An enrollment specialist will be available to assist with enrollment on the last Thursday of every month, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those interested can call (928) 773-1245 to schedule an appointment. All mothers enrolled in WIC also receive a free six-month pass to the NACA Wellness Center in Flagstaff.
Kiwanis Club of Williams
The Kiwanis Club meets every Wednesday at noon at Miss Kitty's Steakhouse. The group welcomes visitors and encourages new members. Kiwanis members to pursue creative ways to serve the needs of children, such as fighting hunger, improving literacy and offering guidance in the Williams community.
- City to hold Fourth of July fireworks and parade
- Update: Fireworks, Legion barbecue, prayer event still a go for the Fourth
- Fired up for the Fourth: Fireworks set for Saturday, governor's order cancels parade
- Yosemite National Park reopens with restrictions
- Fourth of July is not to be missed in Williams
- Grand Canyon National Park to modify Phantom Ranch operations
- Guarding the forest: Remembering Aguilar's firefighting career
- Glendale man awarded $24.1 million for 2011 helicopter crash near Valle
- 'Stars, Stripes and Smiles': Williams Fourth of July parade applications accepted through June 19
- Glamping area proposed for Espee-Red Lake area of Williams
- Jacob Lake evacuated, North Rim closed as Magnum Fire grows to more than 2,000 acres
- City to hold Fourth of July fireworks and parade
- Williams' city manager terminated June 11
- No plans for Williams to require face masks after Ducey announcement
- Historic Route 66 Car Show rolls into town this weekend
- Update: Fireworks, Legion barbecue, prayer event still a go for the Fourth
- Update: Mangum Fire on Kaibab Plateau grows to 500 acres
- Fired up for the Fourth: Fireworks set for Saturday, governor's order cancels parade
- Mangum Fire consuming North Kaibab Plateau; grows to 29,689 acres
- Firefighters gain ground on 800-acre Mangum Fire on Kaibab Plateau
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Now comes this from the KHL's VP of Hockey Ops (via Dmitry Chesnokov):
Kovalchuk received an offer [to play in the All Star Game] and is going to Chelyabinsk. Because the lockout is not officially over, the CBA will not be signed until Sunday.And the drama continues. Stay tuned...
The fact that NHL training camps will open on Saturday? No player is required to attend them. There is no signed CBA - there are no employer-employee relationships. Does this mean that Kovalchuk will stay with SKA until the end of the season? Don't rush to conclusions. Everything will become apparent on Sunday.
UPDATE: Pavel Datsyuk will also play in Sunday's ASG before returning to the Red Wings, his agent told the Detroit Free-Press.


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Finding Beauty in Brokenness
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CAPT Support presents Finding Beauty in Brokenness, a workshop conducted by Christine, the founder of Awful Grace. This will take place on Wed, 20 Feb, 8.30pm-10.30pm, where CAPTains will be brought through a meaningful pottery activity that brings out the beauty in brokenness, and the value of resilience in overcoming adversity. After the workshop, you'll get to bring home a small pottery piece of your own! You will need to pay a token sum of $2 for your own pottery piece (please bring cash on the day itself). There are limited slots available, so do sign up now! 🙂
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Obituary: Jane Steinhauer Price
Jane Steinhauer Price, passed away August 9, 2014. She was born on September 27, 1927, to the late William and Katherine Steinhauer in Birmingham, Alabama. Her formative years were spent in Columbus, Georgia, where she attended St. Elmo elementary school and returned to Birmingham to be inducted into the National Honor Society and complete her high school education in 1944. After graduation, Jane put aside her acceptance into the School of Engineering at Auburn University and married her high school sweetheart, Donald Corbett Price. She joined Don in the summer of 1944 when he was called for service in the Air Corp during World War II.
After returning to Columbus, Georgia and birthing three wonderful daughters, the family moved to Tallahassee, Florida in 1955 and Jane became a very active member of the community she loved. She was a member of the Tallassee Garden Club where she served as President of the Club as well as chairman of her circle. Her love of gardening motivated her to attain the status of "Master Gardener." Jane's expertise in flower arranging earned her many blue ribbons as well as the privilege of doing the flower arrangements for many of the weddings around Tallahassee. She also served on the original "Tree and Landscaping" Ordinance Board and was instrumental in preserving the beautiful trees that have made Tallahassee such a lovely city over the years.
In 1971, Jane was given the prestigious "Woman of the Year" award in Tallahassee. She served as President of the Town Club and both Don and Jane were founding members of Springtime Tallahassee. Jane also served as festival chairman of Springtime Tallahassee and she and Don were given the honor of representing Springtime Tallahassee as Andrew Jackson and Rachel in 1978.
Jane was always at Don's side, supporting him in his victorious bid for the State Legislature and was instrumental in his success as a public servant on both the Tallahassee City and County commissions. She worked tirelessly as the head bookkeeper for Peoples Bank and as Don's bookkeeper at WONS-WBGM radio stations. She was also a founding member of Church of the Advent Episcopal Church on Piedmont Drive, where many of her grandchildren attended pre-school.
In her retirement years, Jane found time to continue gardening, decorating, fishing, traveling the world and keeping her keen mind sharp by spending wonderful afternoons of bridge with her special group of "bridge buddies." No matter where Jane was—whether in the North Georgia mountains or cruising around the world, there was always time for a good game of bridge!
Jane is survived by her husband, Donald Corbett Price, of Westminster Oaks in Tallahassee, Florida. Dona and Jane's marriage lasted 70 wonderful years and they have been blessed with three devoted daughters (and sons-in-law): Katherine Price Harris (Ben) of Madison, FL; Donna Price McGill (Buddy) of Lakeland, Georgia; and Janet Price Warner (Ronnie) of Havana, FL. They have also been blessed with seven grandchildren: Andy Johnston (Lori) of McClenny, FL; Don Price Johnston of Miami, FL ; Michelle Johnston Rowe (Michael) of Monticello, FL; Wendi Warner Sellers of Southport, FL; Commander Benjamin Wade Harris, USN (Heather) of Lexington Park, Maryland; Mandi Warner Hartman (Paul) of Tallahassee; and William Price Harris (Nichole) of Dunnellon, FL. She is also survived by 17 special great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, August 13, from 5-7pm at Bevis Funeral Home (2710 N Monroe Street), a service will be held at Graveside, Thursday, August 14, at Eleven o'clock in the morning at MeadowWood Memorial Gardens (700 Timberlane Road.)


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Tre Wilcox is a rising star in the food world. Twice nominated for James Beard Foundation awards, Chef Tre has parlayed his kitchen success into appearances on Bravo Television's Top Chef season three and Top Chef All-Stars. He was also named Best Chef by the Dallas Morning News.
As an award-winning chef and television personality, Chef Tre began to expand on his other gift – sharing his passion for food through teaching.
"When I'm giving a cooking demonstration, I want viewers to walk away with a 'can do' feeling in the kitchen," Chef Tre said. "One of the biggest things I enjoy, and what I do myself, is teach my name as an acronym for good cooking, Techniques, Recipes, and Execution."
Chef Tre has teamed up with the National Pork Board to develop a variety of reimagined soul food-inspired recipes with a healthy twist.
"Incorporating lean cuts into everyday soul food dishes is an excellent way to reduce fat, which cannot only help keep our waistline in check but can also keep our heart healthy," Chef Tre said. This is especially critical for African Americans, who unfortunately over-index in heart disease, hypertension, and obesity."
Chef Tre created several flavorful recipes for the partnership, but our favorite is the Jerk Seasoned Pork Tenderloin.
Keep your heart health in check with this delicious, lean, and easy-to-make pork tenderloin. This recipe is 152 calories and has 7 grams of fat. Serves 6.
- 1-1/2 lb Pork Tenderloin
- 1 Tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1-1/2 Tsp Thyme
- 1/4 Tsp Salt
- 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 2 Tsp Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tsp Garlic, minced
Stir together pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, and thyme in a small bowl. Blend in remaining ingredients, mixing to form a paste. Place pork tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag; pour paste mixture over tenderloin. Press excess air out of bag and seal. Gently roll tenderloin in bag, coating tenderloin with paste mixture. Marinate pork in the refrigerator, turning bag over once, 8 to 10 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Remove pork tenderloin from marinade; discard marinade.
Place pork tenderloin on baking pan and roast uncovered in preheated oven 10 minutes. REDUCE heat to 350 degrees F. Roast 20 to 30 minutes or until internal temperature on a meat thermometer reads 145 degrees F. Remove from oven; let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve with steamed cabbage, roasted sweet potatoes or sautéed plantains.
Visit TreWilcox.com and Porkbeinspired.com for more inspiration.
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Dick's Sporting Good is excited about supporting Austin Texans Soccer Club's coaches, players and families during the 2018 soccer season. All participants will receive 20% off throughout the store during the league appreciation event. If it is not available in-store search our expanded online inventory, place an order in-store during the event and we will ship it to you for free with the 20% off discount.
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Data Enhancement/Manipulation Capabilities
Provide basic capability toward data enhancement/manipulation/packaging -
Here, the idea would be to provide reusable infrastructure that can be used by data stewards for data enhancement, and potentially conversion and packaging.
Sample use case: Data steward uploads an Excel spreadsheet containing his data, which also includes addresses and - and then uses tools provisioned by Data.gov to geocode the dataset to allow it to be exported and displayed in Google Earth as KML.
This could also later be extended, to potentially allow Data.gov steward to architect his own data conversion/manipulation functionalities, to allow the data steward to, for example, convert/reproject/geo-enable datasets as needed, to re-emit as ESRI Shapefile, KML, and so on.
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Why Carob Is Back In Vogue September 13 2014 by Simone Denny
Hello there,
Yes it's true - in the very fickle world of health, I can confirm that this season carob is back in vogue . I think the last time carob was strutting its stuff was probably in the early 80's . I grew up on fairly alternative Island in New Zealand and there was a fair share of carob in circulation during this time. As a naive chocolate eating child I couldn't help but feel sorry for those kids whose parents only gave them carob - now as a health nut parent I am guilty of doing the same.
I am an advocate of using raw cacao in my recipes as there are plenty of health benefits to be had from this antioxidant rich food. However, like many people I know I do have somewhat of a sensitivity to eating chocolate or raw cacao that I have been noticing more and more. For me personally, I often find I go bed feeling tired and wired if I eat raw cacao in the evenings (you will read why below). Others complain about headaches and migraines and in some cases muscle cramps......all the more reason to give carob a try instead.
So What Is Carob?
Carob comes from the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua) and is a small shrub part of the pea family. The tree produces edible pods, which are actually legumes. When the pods are ripe (which is usually after about 1 year) they can be dried (and sometimes roasted) and ground into carob powder. Unlike cacao, where the beans are extracted from inside the pod, carob is from the dried pod and not from the nuts or seeds.
Why Eat Carob?
Many chocolate lovers maybe asking "why eat carob when you can eat chocolate?" It's true - carob doesn't taste quite as good as chocolate but there are plenty of reasons to make the switch. As mentioned there are numerous health benefits to eating raw cacao, which I have written about in a previous article - however it is not always suited to everyone (children are also extra sensitive to foods such as cacao).
Carob is caffeine free and although cacao only contains a small amount of caffeine, it is still a stimulant and in some cases can be allergenic. It is said that the compound theobromine (which stimulates the central nervous system) found in cacao also acts as a stimulant and can be the reason for feeling 'hyper' after eating chocolate or cacao products. Carob is free from theobromine, thenylthylamine and tyramine (commonly found in chocolate) - these are known to trigger headaches and migraines . Carob does not contain o xalic acid, which is known to inhibit calcium absorption . Dogs should not eat cacao or chocolate - dogs are unable to metabolise theobromine, therefore carob is often used as a substitute .
Health Benefits Of Carob
Although not as mineral rich as cacao, carob is an excellent source of fibre, is naturally sweet, is virtually fat free, cholesterol free and is a good source of calcium and selenium.
- Provides approximately 30% of your daily calcium requirements
- Excellent source of insoluble fibre
- Beneficial for gut health due to naturally occurring tannins (improves the effectiveness of certain digestive enzymes)
- Antioxidant benefits due to polyphenols
- Lowers cholesterol - carob contains polyphenols, which help blood cholesterol
- Antiseptic, anti-bacterial and anti-allergic benefits due to the gallic acid found in the tannins.
- Good source of selenium
- Good source of B vitamins - including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 and folate
- Chemical free and preservative free
How to use Carob
Carob comes in variety of forms - most commonly it comes as carob powder, carob chips or syrup. You can also buy carob in a chocolate equivalent form. Although it does taste different to chocolate it can be used as a substitute.
- Replace cacao powder with carob powder in raw food or baking
- Use carob powder in place of hot chocolate
- Use carob chips in place of cacao nibs or chocolate chips
- Use carob in making treats for animals (due to their chocolate intolerance)
Here are few Nourishing Hub recipes you could try to replace the the raw cacao with carob.
Black Bean Chocolate Cake
Note: Carob is naturally sweet and is often used to replace sugar.
Wishing you a beautiful rest of your weekend.
Simone @ the Nourishing Hub


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Celebrate International Recycling Day with the latest sustainable product from Caran d'Ache and Nespresso. In 2018, the debut partnership featured the 849 pen manufactured from recycled Nespresso coffee capsules and finished in the marine blue hue of the intense Dharkan capsule; the 2019 update continues to celebrate recyclability of aluminium and sustainability in the modern world. The trendy new everyday pen offers a rich frosted forest green finish taken from Nespresso's full-bodied India capsules, one of the brand's most popular coffees from the Pure Origin collection. Packaged in a limited-edition recycled Nespresso box with the Caran d'Ache imprint logo, the stylish pen is the ideal sustainable gift for coffee lovers everywhere.
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Brexit is already suffocating the UK's economic future.
That's the only honest conclusion from EY's latest UK Attractiveness Survey.
Whilst the UK remains the number one destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe, ahead of Germany and France, its market share fell for the second year in a row — and its attractiveness as a destination is now a poor third behind both countries.


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April 2017
Business Matters: Protecting Your Business From Ransomware; Managing Your Cybersecurity Risk
Not so long ago, cybersecurity was something title agents and underwriters considered the domain of the big banks and other high-profile financial institutions. Today, the mortgage and settlement services industry—like virtually every other industry—is clearly under attack.
Phishing scams targeting homebuyers have become so commonplace that the FTC issued a warning earlier this year. Ransomware, which locks up the computer systems necessary to execute the time-sensitive mortgage transactions, are causing damage to title agents' reputations—not to mention the reputations of the other entities involved in the transaction.
Read "How the Title Industry Can Manage Cybersecurity Risk" (ALTA) »
If there is one major cybersecurity lesson our industry has learned recently, it was this: Ransomware is here, and it isn't going away anytime soon.
Ransomware is a type of malware that severely restricts access to a computer, mobile device or file until the demanded fee is paid by the victim. Often, it arrives in the form a phishing email or message and begins its foul work as soon as it reaches your system. Regardless, victims are presented with a hefty ransom to regain access or you can kiss it all goodbye.
Read "Ransomware Is a Repeat Offender" (Forbes) »
Meet the New TLTA Website
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Mary Belan Doggett Joins National Investors as Vice President, Texas Underwriting Counsel
National Investors Title Insurance Company | April 4, 2017
Mary Belan Doggett has joined National Investors Title Insurance Company as Vice President, Texas Underwriting Counsel. Prior to joining National Investors, she was a named partner in Harrison Doggett & Duncan, PLLC, then Vice President and General Counsel with Propel Financial Services, LLC. She received her Juris Doctorate from St. Mary's University School of Law and her Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Biology and General Business from Stephen F. Austin State University. In addition, she has repeatedly been named by Texas Monthly and Scene in SA magazines as a "Super Lawyer."
Evelyn Hardwick Promoted to Senior Vice President/Branch Manager at Republic Title
Republic Title of Texas, Inc. | April 13, 2017
Evelyn Hardwick has been promoted to Senior Vice President/Branch Manager of the Lakewood office at Republic Title of Texas, Inc. In her new role, she will be responsible for total branch performance, including escrow, title and customer service for the branch. Evelyn has been in the title industry for over 35 years. She most recently served as Residential Escrow Officer at the Lakewood office.
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Leslie Midgley Marks 35 Years at TLTA
Texas Land Title Association | April 20, 2017
TLTA would like to extend our warmest wishes to Leslie Midgley on her 35th anniversary at the association!
Leslie joined TLTA in 1982 and worked her way up through the organization, serving as Administrative Director and then Vice President of Operations before being named Executive Vice President and CEO in 2001. In reflecting on this milestone, she had this to say: "It has been an absolute honor to serve the TLTA membership over the last 35 years. I've established so many treasured friendships over the years, and I look forward to continuing to represent this fine industry in the years ahead."
In the words of members who have worked closely with her:
"Leslie Midgley is the smile in the room that everyone knows, no name tag needed. She is a friend to all, a calming voice on any issue, and the real leader that has always made every TLTA President look good."
– Brian Pitman, TLTA President 2010-11
"Leslie is a very sought-after executive officer, and I'm grateful for the opportunity of working alongside of her and a very talented staff. Her tenure at TLTA over the last 35 years speaks volumes of her dedication to the well-being of the title industry. Thanks, Leslie, for a job well done!"
– Randy Pittman, TLTA President 2012-2013
Congratulations again, Leslie!
Staffing News: Survey Results on Staffing, Recruiting Challenges Released; More Young Talent Needed in Mortgage Finance
On Friday, new data came out regarding staffing and recruiting challenges seen by C-level executives in a recent survey on mortgage leaders. Among the primary concerns will be finding top field sales agents and developing the leaders to manage them while ensuring optimal integration with acquirers, along with retaining those team members most valued.
Read "Shaping Tomorrow's Mortgage Leaders" (DS News) »
In the words of Anthony Hsieh, chairman and CEO of loanDepot, at the Goldman Sachs housing and consumer finance conference, "We've got to make mortgages cool again."
Hsieh noted this after explaining that technology is the new barrier to entry into starting a mortgage business. The industry needs to try and reset the image of housing, he said, especially since mortgage companies need to hire more tech developers into order to compete.
Read "Dear Lenders, We Need More Young Talent in Finance" (HousingWire) »
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Commercial Transactions: A Race Against the Clock
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As of today, December 2nd, we are officially in holiday mode and we've got enough awesome events to carry you right through finals week! We could go on for ages, but here are twelve of the best things to do this December out and about in Beantown:
1.Christmas Tree Lighting at Boston Common – December 4
The gorgeous Boston Common is lit up each year by a massive Christmas tree donated by the people of Nova Scotia. This Friday, Mayor Marty Walsh will host the official ceremony, complete with fireworks, music, and plenty of holiday revelry. The ceremony beings at 6 pm, although food vendors and performers will be out all afternoon.
2. The Yule Ball – December 5th
Grab your finest dress robes and pretend you go to Hogwarts for a night at NU Ballroom Dance Club's annual Yule Ball! Free waltz lessons will be followed by dancing and a showcase from NUBDC's finest. The first 60 in line get a Harry Potter scarf! Waltz lessons are from 8:30 to 9:30, and the rest of the festivities continue until 11 pm. Dress is semi-formal, although Harry Potter themed attire is enthusiastically encouraged!
3. The Nutcracker at the Boston Ballet – Through December 31st
This classic holiday spectacular is brought to life by the Boston Ballet, choreographed by world-renowned artist Mikko Nissinen. Go for the gorgeously opulent costumes and some of the world's best ballet dancers performing to Peter Illyich Tchaikovsky's epic music. There are near-daily showings throughout December with tickets starting at $45.
4. 8 Nights, 8 Windows – December 6th through 14th
In windows across Boston, artists have come together to share their stories about celebrations of Hanukkah. The 8 interactive art installations will be open from December 6th through 14th and will include performances and discussions. Routes can be found here: http://www.8nights8windows.com/
5. Winter Wonderland – December 7th
Sponsored by Sigma Pi Epsilon and Student Affairs, December 7th will see the Library Quad turned into a true winter wonderland. There will be hot cocoa and cider, a gingerbread house decoration competition, personalized snow globes, and plenty of awesome music. Best of all, Frosty the Snowman himself will be there!
6. The Shamash Event at the MFA – December 9th
The Museum of Fine Arts will celebrate Hanukkah with an awesome display of art, poetry, music, and faith on the evening of December 9th from 5 to 9:45 pm. In addition to a community candle lighting, there will be a spotlight talk on Judaica in the museum, as well as performances by Two-Shekel Swing and Klezwoods. Selections from the Boston Jewish Film Festival will also be shown at 6:30 pm. Head across Huntington to celebrate the festival of lights!
7. Gingerbread Construction Contest – December 10th
A Northeastern favorite, don't miss out on building and decorating your own gingerbread house for the chance to win some pretty impressive cash prizes! The contest always fills up fast, so make sure to register with NU Dining for your name to be entered to compete. Sign ups close December 4th and can be found here: http://www.nudining.com/events/2015/11/15th-annual-gingerbread-construction-contest
8. Pitchmas Classics – December 11th
Pitch Please, one of Northeastern's very fabulous acapella groups, is hosting its first winter showcase in Blackman Auditorium at 8pm. They'll be joined by The Nor'easters, as well as acapella groups from Tufts, BU, and Cambridge Ringe and Latin School. They promise plenty of holiday favorites as well as a few surprises! Get tickets on myNEU.
9. NUDANCO 13th Annual Winter Showcase – December 12th
The 12th annual Northeastern University Dance Company spectacular kicks off at 3 pm in Blackman Auditorium. It's free and promises to be very jolly! Get your tickets on myNEU.
10. Signs of the Season
The Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service has a ton of awesome events throughout December to get you in the holiday spirit! Look no further for all religious celebrations being held on campus this holiday season.
11. Tafuta! A Young Child's Search for the True Meaning of Kwanzaa
Celebrate Kwanzaa a bit early this year with Origination Cultural Arts Center's production of Tafuta!, a story of the search for the true meaning of Kwanzaa. It's just a hop, skip, and a jump from campus at Roxbury Community College on Columbus Avenue! Get your tickets online and use the promo code TAFUTA2015 to get an extra 20% off! More info and ticket purchases here: http://www.originationinc.org/
12. Winter Showdown
Northeastern's athletic event of the year will take place at historic Matthews Arena on Dec. 18 and 19, when the Huskies battle the Michigan State Spartans in the Winter Showdown. Get tickets to all three showdowns on myNEU! On Saturday the 19th, you can hang out between games in the Indoor Quad from 3 to 6 pm; there'll be plenty of free food, a bar for 21+, lots of games and face painting with Paws! #StayforState


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Chick Evans Scholarship for Caddies
To be eligible to apply for a Chick Evans Scholarship for caddies, candidates must meet the following requirements: 1. Strong caddie record: Applicants must have caddied, successfully and regularly, for a minimum of two years and are expected to caddie at their sponsoring club the year they apply for the scholarship 2. Excellent academics: Applicants must have completed their junior year of high school with above a B average (3.0) in college preparatory courses and are required to take the ACT and/or SAT 3. Demonstrated financial need: Applicants must clearly have a need for financial assistance 4. Outstanding character: Applicants must be outstanding in character, integrity, and leadershipApplicants are evaluated and compete on the above criteria for the limited number of Chick Evans Scholarships awarded annually.Applications are available online beginning August 1, and are accepted at the beginning of the applicant's senior year of high school.(Applications will also be accepted from high school graduates). Evans Scholarship applications will receive full consideration when the directions below are followed accurately and completely. Once submitted, all application information and supporting materials will become the exclusive property of the Evans Scholars Foundation and cannot be returned.Priority will be given to applications submitted online on or before September 30. All supporting documents should be received by October 30.For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.
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Today's guest blogger is Constance M. Killian, DMD, a national spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD). She is in private practice in Doylestown, an adjunct associate professor of pediatric dentistry at the University of Pennsylvania, and is an attending pediatric dentist at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
It's a little known fact, but tooth decay is a major epidemic among children in the U.S. – five times more common than asthma – and it is 100 percent preventable. In this article, I'll share some misconceptions about oral health and outline common habits gone wrong that can contribute to tooth decay.
Debunking the myths
At my pediatric dentistry practice and when I talk to schools and professionals, I encounter many misconceptions about pediatric oral health. A recent survey commissioned by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry revealed 50 percent of respondents believe bad teeth are genetic. The fact is that regardless of genetics, tooth decay is 100 percent preventable.
Another myth, believed by nearly three-quarters of those surveyed, is that adult teeth are more important than baby teeth. The reality is that children with tooth decay affecting their baby teeth at a young age are at greater risk for developing problems with not only their oral health, but also their overall health. Most people don't realize that tooth decay makes a child more vulnerable to life-threatening infections in other parts of the body, such as the ears, sinuses and brain. Tooth decay is one of the top chronic infectious diseases among children in the U.S., posing an immediate and long-term threat to the teeth of young children, impacting their overall health as well as their social and educational development.
Common dietary habits gone wrong
As a parent, I know that many people pass along a wide range of advice when it comes to taking care of our children. However as a pediatric dentist, there are a few simple truths that, quite simply, can save your child's teeth. First, you'll want to provide a balanced diet for your child and save sugary and starchy foods for designated snack and meal times (not lingering snacks or "grazing"). Your pediatric dentist will be happy to help you assess your child's diet and offer pointers. A big no-no is putting your young child to bed with a bottle of milk, formula or juice. Drinking anything but water before bed will promote plaque (the sticky substance containing cavity-forming bacteria) to stick on teeth all night.
Also, make sure you shop smart. Keep plenty of healthy and tooth-friendly foods and snacks on hand, such as carrots, apples, and cheese. These foods are not only good for your child, but also help remove bacteria from the teeth between brushing. After your child has a sugary treat, make sure they swish their mouth with water, chew gum with xylitol, or eat one of the tooth-friendly snacks mentioned above.
More information
February is National Children's Dental Health Month – a great time to build healthy habits for good oral health! Check out this article by Edward Moody, DDS, pediatric dentist and past president of the AAPD, on the importance of establishing a dental home for your child and tips on good oral health. For more resources and information on your children's oral health, visit the Mouth Monsters section of the AAPD website.
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It's re-release day for A Husband for Mary!
When Mary Vine kissed a handsome stranger at the Fenwick Masquerade, she never imagined the extraordinary attraction could be for the most disgraceful rake in London. A man she knew far too well…
This is a steamy regency romance short story! Current digital price 99c. Get it in print if you prefer.
This story was previously published in the Fool for Love Anthology.
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The Singing Kettle's Anya, Kevin and Gary will return this year for one last Big Christmas Party, and you are all invited!
The Singing Kettle's sensational Big Christmas Party is overflowing with superb audience participation, non-stop favourite songs and amazing costumes.
With lots of "kettle openings" full of surprises, electrifying singalong and amazing costumes, this singing kettle Christmas special will be a ton of fun. It's the perfect way to get everyone, old or young, into the festive spirit.
Singalong with non-stop favourite songs including, Christmas Is Coming, Jingle Bells, My Aunt Came Back and Burping Bears. There'll be new songs too, as well as loads of surprises from start to finish.
Don't forget that some lucky children will end up on stage to join in the excitement. And there may even be a visit from a very special guest with a white beard and a red suit!! Christmas Wishing Well is enthralling for both young and old and is the perfect treat to get everyone in the festive spirit.
This fabulous festive treat that will have you rocking with laughter and singing all the way home.
Remember to wear your Santa hat and tinsel!
Show times
- Friday 12th: 10.30 am & 1.30 pm
- Saturday 13th: 11 am & 2 pm
- Sunday 14th: 12 noon & 3 pm
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CONTRACTORS; LIENS — When a corporation wishes to file a construction lien, the claim must be signed, acknowledged, and verified by a duly authorized officer, and not the corporation's attorney, because the "substantial compliance doctrine" does not apply to the lien statute's signature requirements.
A manufacturer agreed to provide steel and drawings to a shopping center owner. Since it believed the owner to be uncreditworthy, the manufacturer only agreed to provide the steel and drawings after a receiving a letter from the owner's general contractor stating that the owner "will provide 'assurances' that [the steel manufacturer] has been paid in full for their portion of the work *** prior to the release of their final contract payment." When the steel manufacturer was not paid, it filed a construction lien. Its attorney signed on its behalf without indicating in what capacity he was signing the claim. The manufacturer later claimed that one of its officers had appointed the attorney as a corporate officer for the purposes of executing the lien and that its bylaws permitted such action. The steel manufacturer sued to enforce the lien.
The lower court dismissed the steel manufacturer's case, finding that the lien was invalid. It held that the steel manufacturer failed to produce any competent evidence that its bylaws permitted one officer to unilaterally appoint another individual as a corporate officer for the purposes of executing a construction lien. New Jersey's Construction Lien Law expressly requires that a corporate officer sign each lien claim and include his or her title in the lien document. It also held that the general contractor's letter was "to merely provide assurances," without more, and there was no meeting of the minds between the parties. The steel manufacturer appealed.
On appeal, the Appellate Division affirmed, holding that mechanics and materialman's liens are statutory in nature and, because they are in derogation of the common law, provisions creating liens are strictly construed. The law in New Jersey is clear that an attorney cannot sign a lien claim on behalf of a client when simply acting as the client's attorney. In the case of a corporation, the lien claim must be signed, acknowledged, and verified by a duly authorized officer. To validly appoint an attorney to sign a lien claim, a corporation must comply with its certificate of incorporation and bylaws when appointing the attorney a corporate officer. Here, the corporation failed to provide a copy of its bylaws demonstrating that the attorney was a duly appointed corporate officer. Further, it failed to provide competent proof that an existing corporate officer could have appointed someone to be as a corporate officer without board approval. It also did not provide a copy of any board resolution approving the appointment.
The Court also rejected application of the "substantial compliance doctrine." This doctrine is an equitable remedy based on justice and fairness and is designed to avoid technical rejection of legitimate claims. Not every non-complying act is salvageable under this doctrine and each case is fact specific. The Court cited D.D.B. Interior Contracting, Inc. v. Trends Urban Renewal Ass'n, Ltd., 176 N.J. 164 (2003) where the New Jersey Supreme Court held that "going-forward, a corporation [can] no longer satisfy the lien statute's signature requirements merely by substantially complying." D.D.B. Interior was decided in May 2003, and the steel manufacturer began shipping steel several months later. The lien claim was filed more than six months after the D.D.B. Interior decision was rendered. Thus, even though it believed that the lien appeared to substantially satisfy the technical requirements for filing, the Court held that the claim was subject to the D.D.B. Interior standard and it rejected the substantial compliance claim.
Finally, it agreed with the lower court that the obligations created under the general contractor's letter did not establish a guaranty relationship as between the steel manufacturer and the general contractor. It noted that: (a) the letter did not specify the form that such assurances were to take; (b) did not require the general contractor to notify the steel manufacturer; and (c) did not require the general contractor to verify the owner's assurances. Thus, it concluded that it could not be said that the owner and the general contractor intended to confer any particular benefit on the steel manufacturer beyond merely seeing the letter, being apprised of its terms, and presuming that the owner would "assure" the general contractor that the steel manufacturer had been paid before it made final payment to the owner.
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Part B
Directions:Read the following text and answer the questions by choosing the most suitable subheading from the list A-G for each numbered paragraph (41-45).There are two extra subheadings which you do not need to use. Make your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)
[A]You are not alone
[B]Experience helps you grow
[C]Pave your own unique path
[D]Most of your fears are unreal
[E]Think about the present moment
[F]Don't fear responsibility for your life
[G]There are many things to be grateful for
Some Old Truths to Help You Overcome Tough Times
Unfortunately, life is not a bed of roses. We are going through life facing sad experiences. Moreover, we are grieving various kinds of loss: a friendship, romantic relationship or a house .Hard times may hold you down at what usually seems like the most inopportune time, but you should remember that they won't last forever.
When our time of mourning is over, we press forward, stronger with a greater understanding and respect for life. Furthermore, these losses make us mature and eventually move us toward future opportunities for growth and happiness. I want to share these old truths I've learned along the way.
Fear is both useful and harmful. This normal human reaction is used to protect us by signaling danger and preparing us to deal with it. Unfortunately, people create inner barriers with a help of exaggerating fears. My favorite actor Will Smith once said, "Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice." I do completely agree that fears are just the product of our luxuriant imagination.
If you are surrounded by problems and cannot stop thinking about the past, try to focus on the present moment. Many of us are weighed down by the past or anxious about the future. You may feel guilt over your past, but you are poisoning the present with the things and circumstances you cannot change. Value the present moment and remember how fortunate you are to be alive. Enjoy the beauty of the world around and keep the eyes open to see the possibilities before you. Happiness is not a point of future and not a moment from the past, but a mindset that can be designed into the present.
Sometimes it is easy to feel bad because you are going through tough times. You can be easily caught up by life problems that you forget to pause and appreciate the things you have. Only strong people prefer to smile and value their life instead of crying and complaining about something.
No matter how isolated you might feel and how serious the situation is, you should always remember that you are not alone. Try to keep in mind that almost everyone respects and wants to help you if you are trying to make a good change in your life, especially your dearest and nearest people. You may have a circle of friends who provide constant good humor, help and companionship. If you have no friends or relatives, try to participate in several online communities, full of people who are always willing to share advice and encouragement.
Today many people find it difficult to trust their own opinion and seek balance by gaining ivity from external sources. This way you devalue your opinion and show that you are incapable of managing your own life. When you are struggling to achieve something important you should believe in yourself and be sure that your decision is the best. You live in your skin, think your own thoughts, have your own values and make your own choices.
41.D Most of your fears are unreal
42.E Think about the resent moment
43.G There are many things to be grateful for
44.A you are not alone
45.C Pave your own unique path
Section Ⅲ Translation
46. Directions:
Translate the following text from English into Chinese. Write your translation on ANSWER SHEET 2. (15 points)
Think about driving a route that's very familiar. It could be your commute to work, a trip into town or the way home. Whichever it is, you know every twist and turn like the back of your hand. On these sorts of trips it's easy tolose concentration on the driving and pay little attention to the passing scenery. The consequence is that you perceive that the trip has taken less time than it actually has.
This is the well-travelled road effect: people tend to underestimate the time it takes to travel a familiar route.
The effect is caused by the way we allocate our attention. When we travel down a well-known route, because we don't have to concentrate much, time seems to flow more quickly. And afterwards, when we come to think back on it, we can't remember the journey well because we didn't pay much attention to it. So we assume it wasshorter.
Section Ⅳ Writing
Part A
Suppose your university is going to host a summer camp for high school students. Write a notice to
1)briefly introduce the camp activities, and
2)call for volunteers.
You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.
Do not use your name or the name of your university.
Do not write your address.(10 points)
The Students' Union are arranging for a summer camp for high school students to broaden their horizon and experience different life.As there are some foreign students,who will also attend it,some volunteers are needed.The details are as follows.
To begin with,the summer camp is scheduled on July 15th and will end on July 22nd.That is to say,it will last for about one week and the theme is "Loving your country,Loving the world".What is more,different kinds of activities are included during the camp,like knowledge competition, patriotic songs contest, drama contest and so on.Last but not least,volunteers should be those who are good at communicating with foreigners and also take an active part in activities.
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Part B
Write an essay based on the following chart. In your writing, your should
1)interpret the chart, and
2)give your comment.
You should write about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET.
The pie chart provides some interesting data regarding the family expense of urban residents during Spring Festival in our country. As is shown above, the family expense during the holiday is mainly used for gifts, accounting 40 percent of the whole expense.
Obviously, such statistics regarding family expenses reflects the lifestyles of the average urban family in China. To begin with, the most expense used for buying presents suggests that Chinese people are more likely to enjoy a lifestyle of communication during holidays, which may add more flavor to their routine life. What's more, it is interesting to note that urban residents attach importance to giving others gifts, thereby devoting much of the income to gifts for friends, relatives and family members. In addition, there is no denying in saying that the major factor responsible for the phenomenon is that urban people posses more money available for gifts thanks to the growth of urban economy.
Taking above-mentioned analysisinto account, we can naturally arrive at the conclusion: as the society further develops, the trend mirrored by the table is bound to continue for a couple of years in the forthcoming future.


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Title: While Love Stirs (The Gregory Sisters #2)
Author: Lorna Seilstad
Pages: 341
Year: 2014
Publisher: Revell
About the book:
Take one lovely young woman.
Add two ambitious young men.
Stir . . . and stand back.
As a graduate of Fannie Farmer's School of Cookery, Charlotte Gregory is thrilled to have the opportunity to travel, lecture, and give cooking demonstrations on the very latest kitchen revolution – the gas stove. And she certainly doesn't mind that the gas company has hired the kindhearted Lewis Mathis to entertain at her lectures.
Lewis encourages Charlotte's work, especially her crusade to introduce fresh, appetizing, nutritious food to those convalescing in hospitals. But young hospital superintendent Dr. Joel Brooks is not convinced any changes should be made – especially by this outspoken young woman.
When Charlotte and Joel are coerced into planning a fund-raising gala for the hospital, will this combustible pair explode?
My review:
This is a fantastic inspirational romance set in 1910.
I really don't know very much about the culture and what society was like during this time period. I am just trusting that the author did her research and has written it accurately. That being said I want to say that I loved reading the details that she worked into the story. I loved the look at the amusement park and the yacht club regatta that she included. The details about the type of outings couples would go on when courting were wonderful.
I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know more about the Gregory sisters. I especially liked getting the update on Hannah and Lincoln, who were the main characters from the first book in this series. The deeper look at Charlotte only made me connect more with this wonderful character. She is so well developed and I was fascinated to see how events in her life from book 1 affected her personal story in this book. Lorna did a marvelous job of portraying that effect on the character's personality.
Lewis and Joel are both interesting characters and well developed. Their personalities are very different from each other. They also relate to Charlotte very differently. I loved reading the interaction between each of these pairs. Both of these men also have past events that have helped to shape who they are now which are very clearly presented. They are very different and both are just as enjoyable to read and just as easy to understand their affect on them.
Tessa is the youngest of the Gregory sisters. I found her progress in growing up and defining her individuality very entertaining. I am looking forward to reading her story in the third book in this series.
Reading this book was a very enjoyable way to spend some of my time. I am definitely recommending this novel and giving it a 5 star rating.


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