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I was asked if I had some outline of events in the Tribulation and their timing. My response was to produce the following two tables giving the Tribulation timeline.
Note: it is possible the third and fourth horses of the Apocalypse, the black horse of massive inflation or economic collapse and the pale horse of death could occur at any time after the Civil War in Egypt and may be the result of the impact events which cause the disasters.
Battle details in Zechariah 14:1-15; Ezekiel 39:1-29; Isaiah 9:4-7 and Revelation 19:11-19, etc.
When Jerusalem falls, Christ personally intervenes in battle; Antichrist and False Prophet into Lake of Fire; Satan into pit -- Revelation 19:20.
Note on '666:' Although each of the numbers in our numerals is the same, the original text presents those figures in Arabic, not Greek! And, in Arabic, it reads "bismillah." That means "In the name of Allah." Therefore, and unknown for so many years, this number is the name of Allah, the Islamic god. This appears to be a direct reference to the identity of the Antichrist as a Muslim. An excellent explanation of this is given by Walid Shoebat, an ex-Muslim terrorist who is now a Christian (his explanation starts about one minute into the video).
"A few comments on your sequence of events. Regarding Isaiah 17 I'm wondering if the timing is similar to Zec 12-14, and Ezek 38-39?
The two or three berries left [on the uppermost boughs from theharvest] in Isa 17:6 is similar to Zech 12:10 "bring the third part through the fire". Zech 14:2-4 ends with all nations going against Israel and "Jehovah intervening against Israel's enemies. Jesus appears to be present. "His feet standing upon the Mount of Olives."
Ezek ch. 39 ends with "God setting His glory among the nation and the house of Israel knowing that He is Jehovah their God...from that day and forward." Psalm 83 is similar in respect to the enemy threat to destroy Israel and Israel's plea for God to intervene however doesn't describe God's intervention.
Could not all these be at the end of the trib with Christ intervening and appearing?"
Setterfield: Basically you are wondering if Isaiah 17, and Ezekiel 38 all fit in with the return of the Lord at the Battle of Armageddon. I agree that Zechariah 12-14 and Ezekiel 39 both refer to this event. Psalm 83 is a different battle altogether. As you look at the nations involved in Psalm 83 you find that the line-up is exactly what we had in the 6-Day war of June 1967 and the predicted results followed. This is explained in more detail on our website.
There is also a more detailed examination of other verses in the Old Testament which speak of the Isaiah 17 battle.
From the analysis given there, it is not possible for the Isaiah 17 battle to mark the coming of the Lord at Armageddon, even though there is a miraculous intervention of God. This intervention is picked up in the other references in our website link mentioned above and it appears that it could be associated with the Rapture.
There is another reason why Isaiah 17 cannot be Armageddon. We are given a complete exposition of the events leading up to the Battle of Armageddon in Daniel 11:40-45. This scenario is entirely different from the events portrayed in Isaiah 17, as well as Psalm 83. The line-up of nations is different and the events for Israel are different.
By the way, your Biblical comment that He would bring 1/3rd of the Israelis through the fire is a persecution thing like the holocaust rather than a battle-induced casualty list. It is for that reason that the judgment of the living nations at the end of Armageddon in Matthew 25 majors on how an individual sheltered and nurtured the Jewish people during that time of intense persecution. For that reason, the comment in Isaiah 17 that only groups of two or three Israelis would come back from the Damascus battle indicates that it is a separate event.
Finally, as to the suggestion that Ezekiel 38 as well as 39 refer to the Battle of Armageddon, there are a few problems. First, there is no doubt that Ezekiel 39 refers to Armageddon and the Return of the Lord to rule, because in 39:21-29 it says "I will set my glory among the nations ... and the house of Israel will know that I am the Lord from that day forward ... and I will not hide my face from them anymore, for I shall have poured out my Spirit on the house of Israel."
Earlier, in Ezekiel 39:7 it says "Then the nations shall know that I am the Lord, the Holy One in [the midst of] Israel." Furthermore, in Ezekiel 39:4 the birds of prey and the beasts of the field devour remains of the armies. This is also referred to in the Armageddon context in Revelation 19:17-18. In addition, the idea of the burning of the weapons of the armies in Ezekiel 39:9-10 is picked up in Isaiah 9:5-7 when the Son is given back to us (after having been born, crucified and ascended) to rule upon the Throne of David. So there is no doubt that Ezekiel 39 is referring to Armageddon.
As for Ezekiel 38, the situation is different. For a start, Ezekiel 39 does not run straight on from Ezekiel 38. There is definitely a division between the two prophecies in the most ancient manuscripts; one prophecy does not run on into the other, even though they are related by the involvement of Rosh, Meshech and Tubal (from which we get the modern names of Russia, Moscow and Tobolsk). So obviously Russia is involved on both occasions.
However, there is a key which allows us to discern two different events here. Daniel 8 and 11 both indicate that Antichrist comes from Turkey. In the battle of Armageddon, Antichrist and hence Turkish troops will be heavily involved according to Daniel 11:40-45. But the key commercial center of Turkey is Istanbul, which was ancient Chalcedon. In the original Alexandrian Greek translation of Ezekiel 38, it states that the merchants of Chalcedon enquire of Russia why she is coming and what she hopes to accomplish. Turkey apparently does not get involved in the battle in Ezekiel 38. But Antichrist and all his forces are involved in Armageddon, which is Ezekiel 39.
So the two prophecies are related, but represent two distinct occasions whereby Russia comes down into the Mid-east. Because Ezekiel 38:20 says that the Lord's presence is involved, coupled with the miracle of the battle in Isaiah 17:14 and the Lord appearing over them in Zechariah 9:14, and the Lord blowing the trumpet over the battle at the wipe-out of Damascus in Zephaniah 2:9 (LXX), all point to this event occurring around the time of the Rapture and just before the Tribulation. The only other time we are told that the Lord blows the trumpet (the Trumpet of God, 1 Thessalonians 4:16) is for the Rapture. So it is reasonable to conclude that this event will occur near the time of that battle, at least if the Lord leaves it to the last minute.
As mentioned above, more detail than I can give here is on our website links. These should be examined in conjunction with this answer.


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I'm trying to get bind to use ddns updates for our environment, however I'm getting errors in the logs on the system that the host is being denied from making the changes.
Currently, I'm only allowing certain hosts to update their records, as a test.
The reverse zones work, as they are setup to allow dhcpd to make the changes (and they work correctly), however the forward zone does not.

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Can't go to San Francisco for Google I/O 2013? Get the I/O experience by attending Google I/O Extended events being organized by Google Developers Group worldwide. In the Philippines, there are seven (7) Google I/O Extended events: Manila, Baguio, Bacolod, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro, Davao, and Sagada.
We'll be at the GDG Philippines' Manila I/O Extended at Center Stage Family KTV & Resto Bar (Jupiter Street, Makati City) from 8:00 PM of May 15 to 03:00 AM of May 16. Aside from viewing the keynote and other sessions, there will also have a show-and-tell of apps.
If you can't attend any of the I/O Extended events, you can still watch Google I/O at http://developers.google.com/io or follow the Google Developers Google+ Page.
Below is a live blogging gadget from Google Developers. If you want to add one to your own site, create your own here.


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Buy Real Marketing is a social media marketing company that provides boosting services for some of the most popular social networks, like YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. In 2009, Buy Real Marketing claimed to become the first online company to offer performance-based social media services.
The company offers a wide range of YouTube packages for all types of budgets. Additionally, they have convincing customer protection policies that show their credibility. However, their customer service is also unresponsive. Furthermore, the views they provide come from inactive accounts. Unfortunately, we can’t recommend the services of Buy Real Marketing. For better services and high-quality views, check out our list of top YouTube views providers.
Buy Real Marketing is a social media boosting company founded in 2009. They use reliable methods of delivering social signals for affordable prices. Their YouTube view packages include regular YouTube views, daily regular views, and USA views. They promise to use safe methods of delivering every order.
Buy Real Marketing offers 100% money-back guarantee in case your order isn’t delivered as promised. In addition, the company promises to re-deliver the order in full if the views drop within the first 60 days. Their payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Debit Card, and PayPal.
The company measures their client satisfaction on a monthly basis with simple surveys, and they claim to maintain a customer happiness rate of 97%.
Buy Real Marketing offers nine types of services for YouTube. Three of which are for YouTube views. Their turnaround time can range between several hours and 30 days, depending how large your order is. The “Regular Views” package is delivered slowly, with the smallest order of 1,000 views completed in 10 days. “Daily regular views,” on the other hand, are delivered within the day. Their packages come with a no-drop policy and a money-back guarantee. The methods of delivering the services are safe and won’t harm your account in any way. You can choose to make a single payment, sign up for a monthly subscription, or get a 3-month or 6-month prepaid plan. These prices are for single payments. If you choose to sign up for a monthly subscription or get a prepaid plan, the prices become considerably cheaper.
The company is in no way responsible for any damages that may arise out of the use of their services. The social media services that the company provides are from inactive user accounts. These should be used for boosting social credibility only and not for engagement purposes.
The company may require personally identifying information to complete the service. Any information sent to their website is considered non-confidential. You authorize Buy Real Marketing the royalty-free irrevocable permission to use the submission in any manner it sees fit.
Buy Real Marketing offers a 30-day refund policy for specific circumstances. You could get a refund if they were unable to deliver your order in its entirety within the campaign period, when the order hasn’t started within the promised 24-48-hour period, or when you request a refund 2-5 hours after placing the order.
The company claims to re-deliver if there is a drop in views within the first 60 days from the completion of your order.
Buy Real Marketing offers a range of YouTube views packages that can accommodate your social marketing budget. They don’t have a customization option so you won’t be able to target a specific audience. They also do very little to explain the quality of their views — where they come from or whether they are from real people and not bots. On the other hand, they do provide a money-back guarantee and a no-drop policy, giving you the confidence to do business with them. Their turnaround time for most of their orders is 24-48 hours, which is not bad. The company also promises to use safe methods to deliver your views.
Given that we can’t verify the quality of their services at the moment, we would recommend you to consider other YouTube views providers with tried and tested services.
Buy Real Marketing have average turnaround times for the industry claimed on their website.
According to their website, their views come mostly from inactive accounts and are only used for social credibility. Don’t expect to receive other types of engagement with your views, such as likes, shares, or comments.
The company doesn’t provide any information about their audience retention policy, which means that you won’t know how much of your video the viewers will actually watch. This can be a potential problem for those who are really serious about growing their YouTube accounts organically. If the viewers only watch a fraction of your video and then bounce, it will hurt the ranking of your video on YouTube.
Buy Real Marketing offers refills, however, for any drops on your video within 60 days. This ensures that you will get exactly the number of views you’ve ordered.
Buy Real Marketing offers affordable social media promotional services for some of the most prominent social platforms. They have a variety of YouTube-related packages that are bound to boost your social proof. They describe their customer support as friendly and available at all times, but that wasn’t the case. Their live chat support was offline when we tried to reach out to them. We had no choice but to simply leave a message, which never got a reply.
They have a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 60-day no-drop guarantee. They will re-deliver views if any of them drop within the first 60 days. Their website has a testimonial section where you can see reviews from their past customer. We can’t, however, verify their quality as their customer support was unresponsive. We recommend looking for better services to get the most of your money. Here’s our list of top YouTube views providers you should check out.


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Hopefully you’ll never need to contact our Customer Service department but if you do need to, it’s reassuring to know we’re here waiting to answer your query!
Our Customer Service department will deal quickly in writing with any issues you may have after delivery. For any pre-delivery queries, we will forward your enquiry to the relevant department to be dealt with and you will receive a reply as soon as possible, depending on the nature of your query.
It‘s true we do prefer to be old fashioned and use emails or webforms rather than recording phone calls from our customers. The reason behind this is that when it‘s written everyone can access it easily and keep a record of how the query is getting dealt with!
1) Emails allow you to keep a record of what‘s been said. Phone calls don‘t allow you to keep a record. So, unlike others, we don‘t make false promises and then leave the customer to chase us up to get action with no proof of what‘s been agreed.
2) It allows complex technical queries to be resolved with the correct department in a fast and efficient manner.
3) The Managers within our Company are able to easily see what answers to questions our customers are getting and if issues are being dealt with fairly and quickly.
4) It helps us to retain our trained staff. Unfortunately there are some customers who can be abusive when they don‘t get what they want, regardless as to whether or not what they want is in the least bit reasonable. By keeping our communications in writing our staff avoid this unpleasantness and as a consequence we retain our technically trained customer services staff to answer ALL of our customers queries more quickly and efficiently than would otherwise be the case. We know one of our largest competitors now outsources their customer services telephone calls to an overseas call centre who will never have even seen their products. So we really think that having a technically minded person contactable by e-mail is a far better option.
5) We frequently send out pdf instructions by e-mail and ask customers for photographs to better understand technical queries so it makes sense to start communicating by e-mail for this reason also.
Please bear in mind that whilst we try to answer all queries in the same day, if you contact us with a complex query then this may take more time as we consult with other departments. In this case we will send you an email informing you of this delay.
1) We run weekly reports which are given to all Senior Managers and Directors to ensure that our standards are kept high and to allow feedback where needed.
2) We also send these weekly reports to our family's Manufacturing Companies. Any problems are immediately reported to the people who are making the products so that they don‘t occur in future.
3) In all of our families Manufacturing Factories we have Quality Control Managers to ensure high standards whilst the products are being manufactured; we also photograph most of the products during packing to keep a record of this.
Most of our customers will never need to contact our Customer Service Department, but if you do have any questions, we have a dedicated team of people waiting to answer your query. Please remember to read the assembly instructions first. Both the instructions and the screws are packaged within your goods so please unwrap it if you think they‘re missing prior to contacting us – this is our most common reason for people contacting us.
Or by using our quick and simple Web Form.
When contacting us Please quote your Order Number so that we can readily find details of your order (it begins with SO and is on your Delivery Note, Order and Invoice paperwork).

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SEO Tips and Tricks that no marketer will tell you!!!
What is the difference between a successful marketer and other marketers, there must be something. Well, it’s not that they do something different, the fact is they do it differently.
SO here I compiled some trade secrets that no marketer will tell you. SEO secrets and principles for guaranteed results.
Organic Search in basic terms involves naturally appearing relevant search engine results with respect to keywords entered by the user. Ranking high in the organic searched list is what SEO is all about. 67% of the clicks on a google searched list is from the first 3 links available. These facts are enough to display the importance of ranking through SEO.
Keywords are the soul of SEO, it puts human perception into words. Its to figure out what your audience is looking through. The search engine displays result in reference to these keywords.Keyword research is not a game of guessing terms. It’s about knowing your audience. It is very important to define key terms of your content before even writing it.
You can begin your research process by downloading this extension for chrome browser named Keywords Everywhere. This extension helps you provide keyword volume, CPC and the competition for a single term.
For more extensive research you can use tools like Ubersuggest, keyword shitter and most importantly Google Keyword Planner.
On Page, optimization involves all the Google’s ranking factors just by looking at your page. It includes headers, title, content quality and images. In short terms, it is let Google understand what the page is all about.
It is all about providing relevant quality content and great user experience.
People often forget this point and only optimize their content for Google only. Ignoring the user experience and relevancy part completely. This is not tolerated by Google and such marketers lose their ranking soon enough.
Content is something that adds value to reader’s life. Don’t read further if you can’t fulfill it.
Now, this is what you have come for. LIS. This will make you the James Bond of SEO.
This is a major leap in Off Page SEO Optimization.
Now, what do I mean I say that you should have great LIS score to stand out. What exactly is LIS?
It is a simple concept.A user and Google crawl bots reach your web page through links. The more sources pointing towards you, the better traffic you get and Google index you better.
The links can be both internal(in-house links) and external(outside sources).
Remember it’s not only about quantity in this case. You can’t have one website pointing 100,000 times to your web page and call it a day. You need both quantitative and qualitative links.
It is also crucial to understand that what sources are linking to you. You definitely don’t want to be in span books on Google. So, it is about quality of a link.
An organically generated link is way too far crucial than a link obtained through directory submission. It’s about building a relationship with the link provider.
All these factors combinedly form your LIS.
Now you would definitely ask me that everyone would be doing the same, how are we gonna be different.
I in the Beginning only told you the answer we that. It is all about the approach we use to achieve these goals.
Below I will be sharing a sample approach. It is one of the 007 techniques.
There are two types of work. One is hard work and the other is the smart work. I prefer the smart one.
Start by looking at what your competition is linking from. The key is generating relevant links on our own and replicate already existing links to your competition.
You can use a tool named open site explorer to get insights on your competitor’s page and research your list by ordering them according to domain and page authority. This will be great to find competition’s sources.
Now the half part is done, we just need to execute our research.
It is very important to keep in mind that it is all about building a relationship, not begging for links. To get links that actually matter you have to provide value to the person providing the link.
I read your article on XYZ topic (link) and am really enjoyed reading it.
Now this kind of mail, my intent was not a link. You can also find valuable links if you further be more significant to the link providers.
For example, you found some broken links in a blog post related to your content. You can definitely add that to your mail.
Also, I couldn’t help notice that some of your links are leading nowhere, how is it that you replace broken links with a new link. The content of the link aligns with interests to your blog post.
No marketer will go again in research of new content. That’s where your mail comes in handy, and you can obtain a magnificent organic link to your website.
This almost compiles all about LIS and how we can improve it.
What people fail to understand is that SEO is not a one-time thing. It is not something you do and forget.
Let me explain this as an example. Let’s suppose your target keywords include XYZ 2017, now as when we are past 2017 people will be searching for XYZ 2018 Not 2017, here if you don’t update your keywords you lose significant ranking.
Also, Google likes freshness in a way. It is also important to keep updating scope and content of the articles you have. You may write only 30 blogs a year, but updating existing blogs content helps to retain your throne and also improves quality and relevance.
So that complies our all SEO Tips and Tricks no marketer will ever tell you, #TradeSecrets for optimized organic search results.
I most certainly hope that this article helps you cover up your own SEO processes but if you still intend to outsource your work it is important for you to go through “How To Hire an SEO?” guide.


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To work in a firm with a professional work driven environment where I can utilize and apply my knowledge, skills which would enable me as a fresh graduate to grow while fulfilling organizational goals .
Project on PHP , MySql based application called GrandGene – ERP,A School Management Application .
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The Planning Officer of NEMA, Segun Afolayan, said in Lagos on Friday that the returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at 9.45p.m on Thursday.
Mr. Afolayan said the returnees landed at the Cargo Wing of the airport aboard Libyan Airline flight with registration number 5A-DMG.
He said they were brought back through the assistance of the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
“After profiling, the returnees comprised of seven female adults and 153 males,” Mr. Afolayan said.
“The best option is to live a dignified life, make their families happy and make the country proud by contributing their own quotas,” Mr. Afolayan said.

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WILDWOOD TRAINING is able to offer different levels of training, to suit a broad range of client needs. Ranging from our 3-day Bushcraft Competency Certificate Training and 4-day Woodland Skills Leaders Certificate, to the LSI or Land-Based Survival Instructors Award, which is a considerable undertaking as it takes 12 months to complete.
If you're interested in becoming a leader/instructor, please take a look at all of our courses and decide which is best for you. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions, or if you wish to arrange bespoke training to support your current role within the outdoor sector.
Our 3-day training course which will prepare candidates to undertake the IOL BCC Assessment.
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If you are interested in any of our courses, but wish know more before booking, or have special requirements. Please don't hesitate to get in touch, we look forward to hearing from you.

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After hepatitis A warning at Philly Acme, should you eat precut fruits and veggies?
Precut fruits and vegetables are a great way to get healthy foods into your diet, but there can be a risk.
Precut fruits and vegetables are a tremendous convenience and a great way to get healthy foods into your diet. But as shoppers at a South Philadelphia Acme recently found out, the prepared foods can carry a risk, including contracting hepatitis A.
On Saturday, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health issued a warning to shoppers who bought precut fruit and vegetables at an Acme at 1400 E. Passyunk Ave. between March 17 and 29, encouraging them to get the hepatitis A vaccine as soon as possible. One of the employees at the store was being treated for the highly contagious viral liver infection.
The hepatitis virus can be spread when individuals don’t wash their hands after using the bathroom or by eating contaminated food. There are no medications to treat the illness and the best method of protection is the vaccine, officials said.
Acme has waived any insurance co-pays and provided the vaccine for free for customers without insurance, said Dana Ward, a spokesperson for the grocery.
The incident is one of a number of recent foodborne illnesses reported throughout the country including those for E. coli, salmonella, and listeria.
But before you swear off the precut foods, there are some things to keep in mind and precautions you can take, said Martin Bucknavage, a senior food-safety extension associate with Penn State Extension.
“We see these cases and think so many people have gotten sick,” said Bucknavage. But given how many people are eating meals, and how often, we really don’t have a lot of issues, he said.
Generally, food operations do have good sanitary policies in place. Food is washed before it is cut up, and measures — such as employees wearing gloves — are used to prevent contamination before food is put in containers to be sold, he said.
Fruits and vegetables are so important for overall nutrition, he said, that you don’t want to avoid them over a small risk.
“There are ways to avoid the risk,” Bucknavage said. If you are still concerned, purchase whole fruits and vegetables and wash and prepare them at home.
Always buy from a reputable food source such as a licensed grocery or food truck.
Make sure the fruits and vegetables are cold and stored in a cooler.
Check to see if the eatery has good handwashing policies in place and if those preparing the food are wearing gloves.
Make sure the establishment has a food-safety-certified person and the required employee training.
Sign up for grocery customer cards, which companies use to communicate any food recalls or health warnings.
Bucknavage said there is ongoing discussion in the food-safety industry about whether to require the hepatitis vaccine for workers.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not currently recommend all food handlers receive the vaccine, since most outbreaks involve those who use illicit drugs or are homeless.
Since 1996, the vaccine has been recommended for children. But many adults remain susceptible, the agency reported.
Requiring vaccination for food handlers would be tough, said Bucknavage. Many smaller operations are constantly turning over workers and there would be issues over who pays for the vaccine, and how it would be enforced.
“When you make a rule, you have to stick to the rule,” he said.

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Mobile AR, with its ubiquitous camera, is set to transform what and how human experience designers create.
One of the points Allison [Woods, CEO, Camera IQ] made repeatedly on that call (and in this wonderful blog post of the same time period) was that the camera is going to be at the center of computing going forward, an indispensable element. Spatial computing could not exist without it. Simple, obvious, straightforward, but not earth shaking. We all heard what she had to say, but I don’t think any of us really understood just how profound or prophetic that statement turned out to be.
The bigger story, however, is how fast the enterprise segment is growing as applications as straightforward as schematics on a head-mounted monocular microdisplay are transforming manufacturing, assembly, and warehousing. Use cases abounded.
After traveling the country and most recently to Europe, I’ve now experienced almost every major VR/AR/MR/XR related conference out there. AWE’s exhibit area was by far the largest display of VR and AR companies to date (with the exception of CES).
Specifically, we explored the potential for how virtual reality can help create a more empathetic nurse, which, we hypothesize, will lead to increased development of nursing students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes. We aim to integrate these virtual experiences into early program coursework, with the intent of changing nursing behavior by providing a deeper understanding of the patient’s perspective during clinical interactions.
In addition to these compelling student reflections and the nearly immediate change in reporting practice, survey findings show that students unanimously felt that this type of patient-perspective VR experience should be integrated and become a staple of the nursing curriculum. Seeing, hearing, and feeling these moments results in significant and memorable learning experiences compared to traditional classroom learning alone. The potential that this type of immersive experience can have in the field of nursing and beyond is only limited by the imagination and creation of other virtual experiences to explore. We look forward to continued exploration of the impact of VR on student learning and to establishing ongoing partnerships with developers.
Experts advise at least four repetitions of material each at least once within a day for retention.
“[R]ubrics are an attempt to break the grade down into a series of scores that pertain to various aspects of the assignment.” Rubrics identify how a student performed on a particular task, skill, or area. They include both characteristics and levels of quality. They can be a scoring rubric, an instructional rubric, or both. Rubrics should be related to the teacher’s goals for the class. They can employ grades, numbers, or categories.
My concern with this great article is that it’s a lot of valuable information to take in all at once — let alone try to act upon that information! I’ve only touched upon a subset of the items within that article. As such, it’s too much information for faculty members and instructional designers to remember and to act upon – as a whole.
This is why I’m such a fan of blogging and chunking valuable information up into much smaller pieces — then sending out such information piece by piece, where it’s much easier to digest and act upon.
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), often used in video games and mobile apps, are transforming the world—and with that, the way we learn. These technologies have the capability to change students’ outlook on the world and the way they engage with it. After all, why would you learn about outer space from a classroom when you could learn about it from the International Space Station?
As AR and VR technology become more widely available and user-friendly, interest and market value have spiked across the world. In 2017, interest in VR hardware such as PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, and Samsung Gear VR spiked around the globe.2 In China in particular, AR and VR are booming.
With AR and VR, geographical distances are no longer an obstacle. Interactive experiences, tutorial videos, and learning apps work just as well, whether the teacher and student are in the same room, or across the world from each other.
I have argued that several conditions for good learning are likely to be enhanced by VR. First there’s increased attention, where the learner is literally held fast within the created environment and cannot be distracted by external stimuli. Second is experiential learning, where one has to ‘do’ something where that active component leads to higher retention. Third is emotion, the affective component in learning, which is better achieved where the power to induce empathy, excitement, calm and so on is easier. Fourth is context, where providing an albeit simulated context aids retention and recall. Fifth is transfer, where all of these conditions lead to greater transfer of knowledge and skills to the real world.
In August, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection will roll out new technology that will scan the faces of drivers as they enter and leave the United States. For years, accomplishing that kind of surveillance through a car windshield has been difficult. But technology is quickly advancing. This system, activated by ambient light sensors, range finders and remote speedometers, uses smart cameras and AI-powered facial recognition technology to compare images in government files with people behind the wheel.
Biometric borders are just the beginning. Faceprints are quickly becoming our new fingerprints, and this technology is marching forward with haste. Faceprints are now so advanced that machine learning algorithms can recognize your unique musculatures and bone structures, capillary systems, and expressions using thousands of data points. All the features that make up a unique face are being scanned, captured and analyzed to accurately verify identities. New hairstyle? Plastic surgery? They don’t interfere with the technology’s accuracy.
Why you should care. Faceprints are already being used across China for secure payments. Soon, they will be used to customize and personalize your digital experiences. Our Future Today Institute modeling shows myriad near-future applications, including the ability to unlock your smart TV with your face. Retailers will use your face to personalize your in-store shopping experience. Auto manufacturers will start using faceprints to detect if drivers are under the influence of drugs or alcohol and prevent them from driving. It’s plausible that cars will soon detect if a driver is distracted and take the wheel using an auto-pilot feature. On a diet but live with others? Stash junk food in a drawer and program the lock to restrict your access. Faceprints will soon create opportunities for a wide range of sectors, including military, law enforcement, retail, manufacturing and security. But as with all technology, faceprints could lead to the loss of privacy and widespread surveillance.
It’s possible for both risk and opportunity to coexist. The point here is not alarmist hand-wringing, or pointless calls for cease-and-desist demands on the development and use of faceprint technology. Instead, it’s to acknowledge an important emerging trend––faceprints––and to think about the associated risks and opportunities for you and your organization well in advance. Approach biometric borders and faceprints with your (biometrically unique) eyes wide open.
Optimistic: Faceprints make us safer, and they bring us back to physical offices and stores.
Pragmatic: As faceprint adoption grows, legal challenges mount.
In April, a U.S. federal judge ruled that Facebook must confront a class-action lawsuit that alleges its faceprint technology violates Illinois state privacy laws. Last year, a U.S. federal judge allowed a class-action suit to go forth against Shutterfly, claiming the company violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, which ensures companies receive written releases before collecting biometric data, including faces. Companies and device manufacturers, who are early developers but late to analyzing legal outcomes, are challenged to balance consumer privacy with new security benefits.
Catastrophic: Faceprints are used for widespread surveillance and authoritative control.
The workplace of the future will be marked by unprecedentedly advanced technologies, as well as a focus on incorporating artificial intelligence to drive higher levels of production with fewer resources. Employers and education stakeholders, noting the reality of this trend, are turning a reflective eye toward current students and questioning whether they will be workforce ready in the years to come.
This has become a significant concern for higher education executives, who find their business models could be disrupted as they fail to meet workforce demands. A 2018 Gallup-Northeastern University survey shows that of 3,297 U.S. citizens interviewed, only 22% with a bachelor’s degree said their education left them “well” or “very well prepared” to use AI in their jobs.
In his book “Robot-Proof: Higher Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” Northeastern University President Joseph Aoun argued that for higher education to adapt advanced technologies, it has to focus on life-long learning, which he said says prepares students for the future by fostering purposeful integration of technical literacies, such as coding and data literacy, with human literacies, such as creativity, ethics, cultural agility and entrepreneurship.
“When students combine these literacies with experiential components, they integrate their knowledge with real life settings, leading to deep learning,” Aoun told Forbes.
Amazon’s DeepLens is a smart camera that can recognize objects in front of it.
One software engineer, Sachin Solkhan, is trying to figure out how to use it to help people with memory loss.
Users would carry the camera to help them recognize people they know.
We’re going to talk to our technology, and everyone else’s too. Google proved that earlier this month with a demonstration of artificial intelligence that can hop on the phone to book a restaurant reservation or appointment at the hair salon.
Now it’s just a matter of who can build that technology fastest. To reach that goal, Microsoft has acquired conversational AI startup Semantic Machines for an undisclosed amount. Founded in 2014, the startup’s goal was to build AI that can converse with humans through speech or text, with the ability to be trained to converse on any language or subject.
A team of researchers from the State University of New York (SUNY) recently developed a method for detecting whether the people in a video are AI-generated. It looks like DeepFakes could meet its match.
What it means: Fear over whether computers will soon be able to generate videos that are indistinguishable from real footage may be much ado about nothing, at least with the currently available methods.
The SUNY team observed that the training method for creating AI that makes fake videos involves feeding it images – not video. This means that certain human physiological quirks – like breathing and blinking – don’t show up in computer-generated videos. So they decided to build an AI that uses computer vision to detect blinking in fake videos.
Without even knowing it, we are interacting with pragmatic AI day in and day out. It is used in the automated chatbots that answer our calls and questions and the customer service rep that texts with us on a retail site, providing a better and faster customer experience.
Below are four key categories of pragmatic AI and ways they are being applied today.
Davis said AI will result in dramatic changes in law firms’ hiring and billing, among other things. The hourly billing model, he said, “makes no sense in a universe where what clients want is judgment.” Law firms should begin to concern themselves not with the degrees or law schools attended by candidates for employment but with whether they are “capable of developing judgment, have good emotional intelligence, and have a technology background so they can be useful” for long enough to make hiring them worthwhile, he said.
A deep learning tool achieved greater accuracy than dermatologists when detecting melanoma in dermoscopic images.


text: Three generations of poets participate in a daylong poetry reading on the New Museum’s seventh floor. Invited are poets that knew Gysin personally, and who participated in the community surrounding concrete and sound poetry; poets that have acknowledged Gysin’s influence; and those who engage in his life’s work of pushing the boundaries of writing, with the goal of tangling and overlapping these three groups to create a dynamic tribute to Gysin. Participating poets include John Giorno, Kenneth Goldsmith, Tim Griffin, Mónica de la Torre, Bernadette Mayer, Anne Waldman, Aaron Dilloway, and Christian Bok.

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Parenting has fallen on hard times in our day, as many parents have abdicated the responsibility to raise their children. This is sad because of the monumental influence parents have on their children. No one understood this influence better than R.L. Dabney, the great Southern Presbyterian pastor and theologian.
Dabney preached a sermon in October of 1870 to the Synod of Virginia, titled “Parental Responsibilities.” In this sermon, Dabney highlighted the special responsibility parents have in raising their children. This is a responsibility that is grounded in “the unique and extensive character of their authority over their offspring” (p. 682).
Let the extent of the parent’s legitimate or unavoidable power over his children be pondered. As he is industrious and discreet, or indolent and prodigal, he decides for his children whether they shall begin their adult existence with a competency or as paupers. As he is virtuous or vicious, he decides for them whether they shall bear an honored name, or be branded with the mark of infamy at their outset in society . . . His neglect of their early mental culture determines whether they shall reach adult life stupid boors or educated and intelligent men. Yea, more than this, character itself, at the outset of manhood, is mainly determined by the parents, and that chiefly by their example; so that they have the power of deciding with probable effect whether their children shall begin their careers with base or with virtuous principles and habits (pp. 682-683).
It is made both his privilege and his duty to impose the principles and the creed which he has sincerely adopted as the truth for himself upon the spirit of his child. Some men, it is known, vainly prate of a supposed obligation to leave the minds of their children independent and “unbiased” until they are mature enough to judge for themselves. But a moment’s thought shows that this is as unlawful as impossible. No man can avoid impressing his own practical principles on his child. If he refrains from words, he does it inevitably by his example (p. 684).
Dabney continues, “He must ‘bring up the child in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.’ Which is that nurture? Popery? Presbyterianism, Rationalism, or Infidelity? At the time the training is to begin, the child is wholly unqualified to judge; the parent must judge for him” (p. 685). In other words, parents determine the religion and worldview in which they will train their child.
The education of children for God is the most important business done on earth. It is the one business for which the earth exists. To it all politics, all war, all literature, all money-making, ought to be subordinated; and every parent especially ought to feel, every hour of the day, that, next to making his own calling and election sure, this is the end for which he is kept alive by God—this is his task on earth. On the right training of the generation now arising, turns not only the individual salvation of each member in it, not only the religious hope of the age which is approaching, but the fate of all future generations in a large degree. Train up him who is now a boy for Christ, and you not only sanctify that soul, but you set on foot the best earthly agencies to redeem the whole broadening stream of human beings who shall proceed from him, down to the time when men cease to marry and give in marriage. Until then, the work of education is never ending (pp. 691-692).
Parents have a supreme task at hand. How they raise their children not only affects their children but also the future generations until the end of time. Thus Dabney can say, “The supreme end of the family institution is as distinctly religious and spiritual as that of the church itself” (p. 692). And again, “The instrumentalities of the family are chosen and ordained of God as the most efficient of all means of grace—more truly and efficaciously means of saving grace than all other ordinances of the church” (p. 693).
The magnitude of this task ought to lead parents to set a godly example, teach their children the faith, pray with and for them, and choose a schooling option that will aid the task of training their children in the way of Christ. May all of us be faithful to this task of eternal consequences.
R.L. Dabney, “Parental Responsibilities” in Discussions, vol 1 (Harrisonburg, VA: Sprinkle Publications, 1994), pp. 676-693.


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National Guard and Reserve servicemembers with at least 20 "qualifying" years of service may be eligible for military retired pay beginning at age 60 (age 50 in some cases). At least 50 retirement points in a given year are needed to earn a qualifying year. Guard and Reserve servicemembers may begin drawing retired pay before age 60 if they spent at least 90 days deployed for war or a national emergency.
Taxable distributions from retirement plans, IRAs, and annuities prior to age 59½ may be subject to an additional 10% tax penalty unless an exception applies.
Generally, servicemembers who serve a sufficient time on active duty or in the Reserves or Guard may receive retired pay. Generally, if you serve at least 20 years, you may be eligible for a pension that is a percentage of your base pay. This military version of a private pension is guaranteed for life, adjusted annually for inflation, and immediately available upon retirement from military service, regardless of your age. All military retired pay options are eligible for cost-of-living adjustments based on changes in the Consumer Price Index. In addition, servicemembers who become disabled while on active duty may receive medical disability retired pay.
There are four basic retirement plans: Final Pay, High-36 or Career Status Bonus/REDUX (CSB/REDUX), and Disability. Each plan determines monthly retired pay based on a percentage of the servicemember's retired pay base. Retirement pay and how it's calculated differs depending on the plan. The Final Pay plan is available to servicemembers who entered service before September 8, 1980; High-36 is the plan for members entering service between September 8, 1980, and July 31, 1986; and members beginning service on or after August 1, 1986, can choose between the High-36 or CSB/REDUX plan upon reaching 15 years of service. Servicemembers who have been determined to be unfit for duty with a disability may be eligible for Disability retired pay. For more information on military retirement plans, go to militarypay.defense.gov.
Even if you have a pension and/or Social Security, it might not be sufficient to meet your retirement income needs. That's why it's important to save for retirement on your own. To help maximize your chances of attaining a financially comfortable retirement, start with a realistic assessment of how much you'll need to save. Some experts suggest that you may need anywhere from 60% to 90% of your current income to maintain your current standard of living in retirement. But this is only a guideline.
To determine your specific needs, estimate your annual retirement expenses. You can use your current expenses as a starting point, realizing that your retirement expenses actually may differ quite significantly. For instance, you may have a mortgage now but not when you retire, and your health-care expenses may increase during your retirement years. Remember to take inflation into account as well.
Once you have an estimate of your retirement expenses, take stock of your estimated future income. Sources of income may include Social Security, military and private pensions, rental income, etc. If your estimated annual retirement expenses exceed your estimated retirement income, the shortfall or gap likely will have to come from additional personal retirement savings.
What rate of growth do you expect from your savings?
When you know roughly how much money you'll need, your next step is to map out a savings plan that works for you. You may be able to determine approximately how much you'll need to save every year between now and your retirement to reach your savings goal.
The next step is to put your savings plan into action. As an active servicemember, you can contribute to the government's Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
The TSP is a retirement savings plan for federal employees, including servicemembers. When you make traditional contributions to the TSP, you get the same types of savings and tax benefits as you would if you contributed to a 401(k) plan offered by a private-sector employer. It's simple to contribute; your regular contributions are deducted from your paycheck before taxes (which can lower your taxable income for the year), and your contributions and any earnings accumulate tax deferred until withdrawn. You can also opt to make after-tax Roth contributions. They won't reduce your current tax liability, but qualified withdrawals in retirement will be tax free (assuming IRS requirements are met).
You can enroll, change, or cancel your contributions whenever you'd like. You can contribute as little as 1% or as much as 100% of your basic pay (or a designated dollar amount) each pay period, up to what's called the elective deferral limit for the year. You may also contribute a percentage of your incentive pay, special pay, bonus pay (but you can't make catch-up contributions from these types of pay), or tax-exempt pay during deployment subject to contribution limits.
When you leave the military, you can't continue to contribute to the TSP, but you may have the option of keeping your money in the TSP (depending on your vested account balance) or rolling it over to another retirement account, such as a traditional or Roth IRA, or other eligible employer plan. For more information on the TSP, visit www.tsp.gov.
There's a good chance that even if you remain in the military long enough to be eligible for retired military pay, you'll be young enough to enjoy a post-military career. The opportunity for a second career opens the possibility to participate in employer-sponsored pension plans and retirement plans like 401(k)s and 403(b)s. Your contributions to employer-sponsored retirement plans come out of your salary as pretax contributions (reducing your current taxable income); contributions and any investment earnings accumulate tax deferred until withdrawn. Some 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans allow employees to make after-tax "Roth" contributions. There's no up-front tax advantage, but qualified Roth distributions are free from federal income taxes. In addition, employers often offer matching contributions. Employer plans may be your best option when it comes to saving for retirement.
IRAs also feature tax-deferred growth of earnings. If you are eligible, traditional IRAs may enable you to lower your current taxable income through deductible contributions. Withdrawals, however, are taxable as ordinary income (except to the extent you've made nondeductible contributions).
Roth IRAs don't permit tax-deductible contributions but allow you to make tax-free withdrawals under certain conditions. With both types of IRAs, you can typically choose from a wide range of investments to fund your IRA.
The sooner you start saving, the more time your investments have to accumulate. The chart below shows how just $2,000 invested annually at a 6% rate of return might grow over time.
Note: This is a hypothetical example, and does not reflect the performance of any specific investment. Results assume reinvestment of all earnings and fees, expenses, and taxes are not considered, which would reduce the performance shown if they were included. Actual results will vary.

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In honor of the University of Humanistic Studies' 30th Dies Natalis, three highly esteemed scholars whose work has significantly contributed to the work of the University will be awarded honorary doctoral degrees: professor George Fitchett, professor Philip Kitcher en professor Hartmut Rosa. Following the Dies ceremony on the 29th of January, we will organise a symposium on the 30th of January.
The symposium will take place in our building on the Kromme Nieuwegracht.
Please note, that the program is free, but registration is compulsory. There is a limited number of places available.
Our honorary doctors George Fitchett, Philip Kitcher and Hartmut Rosa are united in the basic premise that an ‘openness to the other’ should be seen as the ethical core of (all) human relationships, whereby the art of listening might be viewed as a fundamental condition of humaneness. This however raises the question how much listening our modern, complex society allows for. Does it really meet such conditions of humaneness? And is the art of listening compatible with modern society’s dominant tendencies which favor efficiency and quick, measurable and evidence-based solutions? Does increased time pressure even permit new practices of listening? And should our institutions and organizations be changed to allow for more room for the art of listening?
On the other hand, there is also the risk of an overemphasis on listening, which might lead to superficial and improper forms of listening, such as insincere promises of listening to what ‘the people’ have to say. This evokes an endless stream of static noise on the part of ‘the people’. How then might the art of listening contribute to create a more communicative public sphere?
In religion, the art of listening has traditionally been professionalized through ways of ‘spiritual care’, but in our modern utilitarian world this art has also come under increasing pressure. According to George Fitchett this measurement mentality is eroding this traditional art, and it is only through the use of similar modern tools that we might be able to preserve a genuine art of listening. This however does not entail a form of economic measurement, but rather empirical research and qualitative inquiry which can strengthen the art of listening of professional chaplains. According to Fitchett the art of listening requires creative responses that aim at increasing our sense of relief. And it is exactly this sense of wellbeing that can and must be measured.
Basing his view primarily on human responsiveness, Philip Kitcher argues that the art of listening belongs to the natural equipment of human beings. His genealogy of ethics describes an evolution of ethics, developing from strong emotional forms of responsiveness to abstract ones, more adapted to life in larger societies. The evolution of ethics is characterized by a process of universalization of responsiveness. This results in practices of self-restraint and rules of interdiction. In modern civilization new forms of listening and of creative responsiveness, which in some ways have overcome religious images, can be fostered by secular humanism. To further enable this the existing economic and political institutions need to be reconfigured.
In his work, Hartmut Rosa elaborates the concept of ‘resonance’, which occurs when we are touched by people or things. Rosa views our modern society paradoxically as both stimulating and hindering the experience of resonance. On the one hand modern technology has given rise to countless possibilities of furthering communication. But according to Rosa capitalism also contributes to an increasingly alienated society, in which, due to our accelerated way of life, true resonances are continuously endangered. Modern institutions also engender forms of pseudo-resonance, in which the others become ‘echoes’ of our own aims. In echo-like societies resonance is hampered, disturbed or impoverished by economic and political institutions. In order to prosper as individuals, the art of listening must be accompanied by a deacceleration of society.


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Continued growth is forecast for construction companies across the Midwest in 2019. New hospital, manufacturing, retail and lodging, highway, public infrastructure and school construction is expected to expand. The continued demand comes against the backdrop of a shrinking labor pool which have left many wondering how to cope with the dichotomy. The results of the 2019 Sage Construction Hiring and Business Outlook Survey, provides a glimpse into the opportunities and challenges industry companies will face this year. According to the survey, 77% of Midwest companies expect to increase their headcount in the coming months, while 75% expect to have a hard time filling these new positions. The challenge has forced many companies to modify their recruiting strategies, increase pay, offer more benefits and increase training programs to boost productivity. The survey’s findings provide important insight into industry trends and steps being taken to accommodate the challenge.
The Midwest survey results are based on responses from 313 companies across the region including Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri and Kansas. Besides general contractors, sub-contractors, architects, engineers, designers and material suppliers were participants. The survey was composed of 30 total questions covering issues from expected demand, growth opportunities and recruiting practices to IT spending and mobile technology integration.
Dollar Volume of Projects – The surveyors wanted to get insights from Midwestern companies on the expected dollar volume of projects in 2019. It specifically asked about various project categories ranging from highway, public buildings and hospitals to water/sewer and residential construction. Results demonstrate that there is an expected 22% increase in hospital construction, 26% increase in water/sewer construction, 15% increase in manufacturing, 14% increase in private office, 12% increase in highway and 11% increase in power construction projects. What’s more interesting is of the 11 categories identified in the survey, none are expected to experience less than 2% growth. It’s clear the opportunities are abound for those positioned to take advantage.
Ability to Fill Positions – The ability to find qualified labor has been a challenge that construction companies continue to face. To understand if and how the problem will continue, the survey was asked about the ability to fill positions. According to the survey, 38% of respondents believe it will continue to be hard to find staff, 32% believe it will become harder, 26% expect no change and 1% believe it will become easier to hire. While there are mixed opinions on the level of difficulty, it’s clear that finding qualified labor will continue to present challenges to management.
Technology Integration – To get more from existing resources many companies are turning to productivity tools to empower employees. According to the survey, 29% of participants are using methods to reduce onsite work time (lean construction methods, BIM), 32% are using labor-saving equipment such as drones and 3-D printers, 18% have added specialists such as lean construction personnel or drone operators, and 35% have planned no changes over last year.
Biggest Concerns – While labor appears to be the most pressing concern, the survey wanted to find out what additional issues are on the minds of management. According to the survey, 29% indicated worker shortage, 12% are concerned about increased computation for projects, 9% are concerned about increasing federal regulations, 8% are concerned with increasing labor costs and 3% indicated increasing material and supply costs as chief concerns.
Safety Challenges – Maintaining workplace and job site safety is essential to the ability to keep insurance rates low and attract quality labor. The surveyors wanted to identify the top safety challenges facing companies. According to the survey, 46% are concerned regarding issues arising from an inexperienced labor force, 17% from poor subcontractor safety practices, and 6% from low quality of available safety training programs and materials available.
Training Investments – In seeking to get more productivity from employees, companies need to offer additional training. According to the survey, 62% of respondents plan to increase investments in training and development while 38% indicated they will stay the same. No respondents plan to decrease spending on training and development.
IT Investments – To understand how companies are using IT to enhance productivity and drive collaboration, the survey sought to understand how IT investments will change. According to the survey, 42% of respondents plan to increase spending on IT investments, 44% plan to keep spending the same, 2% plan to decrease spending while the balance is unsure how their investments will change.
The challenges and opportunities for construction companies continue to persist. The ongoing integration of technology and training reflect the industry’s attempt to find innovative ways to get more from existing resources. Whatever the method, it’s clear that management needs to stay focused on these initiatives. If you have questions about the survey, it’s findings or need assurance with a construction tax, audit or accounting issue, Barnes Dennig can help! For additional information call us at 317-572-1130 or click here to contact us. We look forward to speaking with you soon.

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For pet parents, one of the hardest things about going to work each day is wondering what your dog will get up to while you are gone. At Pawshake we understand that dogs need some activity and interaction during the day too so why don’t you book your dog with one of our trusted pet sitters in Shirley for a home day care service? You can drop your dog off at the sitter’s home on the way to work or organise with your local Shirley Pawshake sitter to pick up and drop off your dog each time.
Our sitters who offer home day care services are more adaptable than your average big day care centres. Numbers are kept small and some Pawshake sitters will only take in one dog at a time. This means they can work around your timings and any special requirements your dog may have. So, let your four-legged best friend enjoy their day with a fun and loving Shirley pet sitter who will be guaranteed to shower them with lots of love and dedicated attention. On top of that you will also get photos and updates during the day so that you can follow your dog’s day care adventures!


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Osteopathy is a method of clinical diagnosis and treatment of the body which works to improve the function of your body and to treat injury.
Osteopathy involves a hands on approach by a highly qualified therapist. Palpation (touch) is used to aid with the diagnosis of the condition and to provide the majority of the treatment.
Osteopaths are commonly known primarily for their treatment of back conditions but we deal with far more than that! We treat almost every part of your body. Look at the list below to see some common injuries and symptoms that we can treat. If you are not sure if we can help, please get in touch and we will be more than happy to setup an appointment or point you in the right direction.

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dacadoo launches its new product “The Team Challenge World Cup"
A 6-month fitness activity tracking competition that will start January 1st, 2015 and where company teams of 5 employees each will compete against other teams around the world.
Zurich, Switzerland – dacadoo, the Swiss mobile health company, launches its new product “The Team Challenge World Cup”, a 6-month fitness activity tracking competition that will start January 1st, 2015 and where company teams of 5 employees each will compete against other teams around the world. The winning team will get a check of USD 5,000 which will be donated to a charitable institution in the name of the winning team.
dacadoo launches its new product “The Team Challenge World Cup”.
dacadoo offers a comprehensive mobile health promotion and lifestyle navigation solution that enables people to track, manage and benchmark their health & well-being in an easy and fun way. Corporate wellness solutions such as the one from dacadoo are gaining traction among companies in the USA and in Europe who offer wellness solutions to their employees as part of their corporate health management initiatives.
In addition to its full-featured mobile health engagement solution, dacadoo now launches a new product to target the competition-affine within the corporate wellness segment with dacadoo’s “The Team Challenge World Cup”. In this 6 months fitness activity tracking competition, 5 colleagues from work will compete in a team against other company teams from around the world for fun, honor and recognition, while engage in their own fitness and wellness at the same time. The winning team of the Team Challenge World Cup will receive a check of USD 5,000 which will be donated to a charitable institution in the name of the winning team. There will be various other prizes for the winners in the different side contests of this fun team challenge.


text: A 12-year-old solid wood painted Martin Moore kitchen, featuring island and a beautiful standalone dresser/larder unit. The worktops are black granite and solid walnut on the island. In excellent condition. Needs to be removed by 9.3.18 Located in Berkshire RG14. Viewings available. PLEASE NOTE: the only appliances included are the sinks, taps and waste disposal system.


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In a large bowl, mix together chicken breast, taco seasoning, jalapeno and cilantro until well mixed. Form into patties.
Melt coconut oil in a large skillet. Cook patties until cooked through. Remove from heat and cool slightly before serving.
In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash together avocados, lime juice and chopped scallions. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm patties with guacamole.
If following a strict paleo diet, omit the Old El Paso™ seasoning and add the following seasoning mixture instead: 2 teaspoons sea salt, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
These paleo-friendly patties definitely break the protein routine. When I came across this recipe for Paleo Jalapeno Chicken Burgers from Once a Month Meals, I nearly flipped my gourd. All of them. (Whatever my gourds are.) This flavor combo is inspired. It’s so mouthwateringly perfect that I found myself printing out a photo of the recipe and pasting it in my kitchen just so I could look at it. If I couldn’t eat them, at least I could admire them like a work of edible art. As a paleo eater for 3 years now, I know how easy it is to lose inspiration with food. The paleo menu can sometimes feel quite limited. There are eggs for breakfast, so many eggs. There are nuts and berries for lunch and grass-fed meat for dinner. And then we’re back at eggs again.

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text: Dear clients wanted a piece for their new city home that would provide display space and hide their flat screen televsion when it was not in use. We came up with this piece complete with sliding doors. Originally built in Walnut with Tiger Maple door panels.


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Often times the exciting world of automotive spy photography can be filled with mystery, what with all the fake body panels and crazy camouflage wrap. It can sometimes be very difficult to figure out what we’re looking at, never mind what might be lurking under the hood. That’s not the case with this machine, which is clearly a BMW X3 SUV that’s completely undisguised. Moreover, we can tell you with absolute certainty this is, in fact, an all-electric version that BMW is testing, hence the iX3 designation. How do we know this? Simple: BMW tells us so.
Even if it wasn’t literally spelled out on the side, this prototype’s lack of visible exhaust at the back and a plug-in port on the fender would be dead giveaways. This marks the second time we’ve caught the all-electric iX3 out and about, but despite the lack of camo there are some mysteries to be solved. This model sports a slightly different front fascia, which leads us to believe this could be wearing a production-style face used to differentiate it from the pack.
We also don’t know exactly how this X3 will handle its electric power. All-wheel drive is pretty much assured, but will it utilize a single motor or dual motors? How much power will be available for drivers? There’s also the question of range, and while we have no information on any of these tidbits, it’s not unrealistic to think BMW might benchmark the Tesla Model X which can deliver a range between 235 and 290 miles.
As this is only the second time we’ve seen BMW testing its iX3, we’re still early in the process. In fact, we don’t expect to see this SUV until late next year, when it will be joined by a hybrid version with potentially 300 horsepower and 30 miles of all-electric range.


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Hear Indiana empowers and supports individuals with hearing loss who communicate through listening and spoken language.
1. Hear Indiana seeks to ensure that individuals who experience hearing loss have the opportunity to communicate, learn, and thrive independently through the use of spoken language.
2. Hear Indiana will be recognized as the leading state source for information, education, advocacy, and research on spoken language options for the deaf and hard of hearing.
3. Hear Indiana will take a leadership role in collaborating with other agencies to ensure appropriate services for the deaf and hard of hearing who use spoken language.


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Job Description Tower Health is seeking an adult-focused, licensed psychologist with inpatient experience to join our team as a neuropsychologist! This unique opportunity allows for practice at Tower Health's state-of-the-art Rehabilitation Hospital located in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania - approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia.
Delivery of high quality behavioral health treatment services through psychological testing, assessment, and case management.
Provision of direct clinical treatment services, neuropsychological assessment and consultation to Reading Hospital Rehabilitation patients and, as appropriate, to patients of the Department of Psychiatry.
Provision of quality supervision to psychology interns, students, and other staff as appropriate.
Collaboration with existing Amputee Support Group and Peer Support Programs.
Successful candidates will have inpatient experience (rehabilitation experience preferred!) and/or neuropsychology experience. Only licensed psychologists will be considered.
Offers include a highly competitive salary, full benefits, and educational loan assistance.


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I love Bernal so very much. There’s a tree on Folsom Street festooned with red sweaters, one for every death in Iraq. Then today, for the State of the Union, someone wrote “BUSH STEP DOWN” in huge letters on the north slope of the hill.
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The ’01-’03 Pistons rookies defeated the ’01-’03 Winnipeg Blues rookies 6-5 to open the 2018-19 exhibition schedule Tuesday night.
’01 forward Brayden Clark notched two goals on the night, and ’02 forward Logan Danis contributed three assists to lead the scoring for Steinbach. Cole Oswald made 21 saves as he played all 60 minutes for the Pistons in goal.
The Blues got off to an early 1-0 lead, as Ethan Sobkowich scored 2:42 in on the PP for Winnipeg. Clark responded for Steinbach just 26 seconds later, with Danis picking up the lone assist. Carter Loney gave the Pistons the lead at the 7:31 mark, with Connor Tyhy and 2018 1st round pick Ethan Johnson grabbing assists on the play.
Another 2018 Pistons draft pick Taggart Plouffe scored the 3rd goal of the first period for Steinbach with 5:39 left in period 1, with Danis and Ethan Clements drawing the helpers. And 2017 Pistons draft pick Carter Bateman capped a four goal period for Steinbach, as his shot from the point got past Blues goalie Dominic Jacobson. Loney drew the lone apple, giving him two points on the night.
The Blues scored the lone marker in the second period, as Luc Benedictson scored in the slot after a Pistons turnover 6:04 into the middle frame to make it 4-2.
Kieran Thiessen scored 22 seconds into the third period, making it 5-2 for Steinbach. And Clark notched his second goal from Danis with 1:16 left in the third to cap the scoring for the Pistons rookies. The Blues got goals from Ryan Ostermann at the 7:58 mark, and two goals in the last 25 seconds of the final frame from Nathan Stewart and Jackson Klewchuk, but the Pistons held on in the end.
NEXT GAME: Rookie Camp has ended, and the second day of Main Camp is happening today with an intra-squad scrimmage taking place today in the afternoon at 3:00 pm. The Pistons will face the Winkler Flyers in a home and home exhibition series this Friday and Saturday, with the first game coming at the TG Smith Centre at 7:30 pm.

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Your guide to making the right decision as you prepare for higher learning.
The second semester of senior year is tough for high school students. By now, most have already submitted college applications, received acceptance letters or are patiently waiting for them to arrive. It is completely normal to want to be done with high school. There's less pressure and, finally, it feels like you have a chance to relax.
And while second semester definitely should feel easier, that doesn't mean it's a chance to slack off completely. There are still a lot of tasks to accomplish before heading off to college. Moreover, there are still great opportunities out there waiting to be tapped into.
The following are the top eight things you should be doing in your second semester. Remember: stay productive, seniors. As a college freshman, I can say that it will be worth it next fall.
Camille Crites, Syracuse University's associate director of undergraduate admissions in the Southern California area, says one of the most important things seniors can do in second semester is concentrate on maintaining strong grades. An acceptance into a university is not a cue to let grades fall completely. Crites said that while it doesn't happen often, it is not unheard of for an institution to renege acceptance if grades drop severely. Crites said that even in second semester, students must "keep their eye on the ball."
Many universities automatically consider students for academic merit scholarships when they apply. However, a lot of money lies in private scholarships, often from local organizations such as sorority chapters and nonprofits. They're also usually easier to get because fewer students apply. "There is a lot of money out there. A lot of money doesn't get given away, because students don't realize that they're available to them," Crites says. She suggests using fastweb.com to search for scholarships and raise.me to earn micro scholarships for high school accomplishments, including community service and academic achievements.
Since the workload in second semester is typically lighter, it is often the perfect time to embark upon some college visits. Websites and pictures can only do so much. If possible, at least visit your top schools to experience life on campus. A visit can either solidify how you already feel about a school or change your mind. Visits are also a great time to sit in on possible future classes, see facilities and talk with current students and professors.
Now that you've been accepted, do not forget to thank the people who helped you get there. Teachers, counselors, coaches and anyone else who gave a recommendation letter or helped with the application process deserves a "thank you." Everyone appreciates hand-written notes, but if for some reason you can't get your hands on one, at least send a thoughtful email. Likewise, keep these people updated on which universities you got into and update them on future plans. After all the effort they put in to help you succeed, they would want to be included.
This one can't be stressed enough – check your email daily. Crites says emails contain info about future placement exams, housing applications and more. These things fill up fast, so get on it ASAP. Crites also suggests connecting via social media. Most schools also have Facebook pages for each incoming class. It's the perfect place to find a roommate – or just get to know people a bit early. Oakland University's director of undergraduate admissions, Dawn Aubry, also says students need to remember to check online to register for things such as orientation and accept scholarship offers.
As results start to roll in and the decision deadline (May 1) nears, narrowing down the list is essential. Aubry suggests ranking schools by factors that are most important to you. Maybe it's a specific academic program, the surrounding city or financial aid. Whatever it is, stay organized. Aubry says some important questions to ask yourself are: Do I feel comfortable? Do I see myself at that college? Be sure to keep your mail and important information in folders. It sounds simple, but organization goes a long way, especially if you applied to several schools.
Credits are everything in college. Thanks to IB exams, I entered my freshman year with 14 credits. In short, that's less money to pay for college classes. Every university's IB and AP requirements are different, so be sure to check for yours. Not only can you save money, you can save time and graduate earlier. Crites added that it can also give "more flexibility" and allow for a double major or study-abroad experience. Why not work a little harder now to guarantee an easier time later?


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But for all that happens every day at CSI, a scant 3% of students live in College of Staten Island on-campus housing. Not that those three percent are complaining: CSI just recently opened what they call their "luxury residence halls" in Dolphin Cove, right near the Recreation Center. Dolphin Cove is designed for apartment-style living, with full-sized kitchens, laundry facilities, cable TV and internet access, study lounges and common areas. dedicated parking, and, in many cases, private bathrooms. But that leaves 97% of the student body needing to secure off-campus housing every year, and Urban Edge is here to help. Rental housing in Staten Island consists primarily of apartments in private homes, or single family homes converted to rental spaces. There are not many large apartment buildings located on the island, although many of the ones that do exist are not far from the College of Staten Island campus in St. George. For those not wishing to live on Staten Island, NJ is an option, as long as you have a car (although daily travel over the Bayonne Bridge can get expensive). If you don't mind a longer commute (and much higher rents), Manhattan is just a 30 minute ferry ride away.
The College of Staten Island has a provenance that stretches back to 1956, with the opening of the Staten Island Community College, one of two schools--Richmond College, founded in 1965, was the other--that for a variety of mostly financial reasons would merge in 1976 to form the current institution. But it was in 1993 that the College of Staten Island really became the university it is today, when the two campuses (in Todt Hill's Sunnyside, and in St. George), became one, taking over and rejuvenating a 204-acre plot of land in the neighborhood of Willowbrook. Centrally located on Staten Island, the campus is the largest, in terms of actual physical space, in all of New York City, and the park-like landscape offers students a kind of rural oasis in their urban world, with mature trees and woodlands, ornamental plantings, playing fields, a great lawn for lounging and casual recreation, large sculptures, and plenty of outdoor seating areas that encourage informal gatherings. Twenty one new and renovated neo-Georgian buildings provide the CSI community with more than 300 classrooms, laboratories, study lounges, and faculty and administrative offices. Other College of Staten Island campus landmarks include the Astrophysical Observatory, with its 16-foot dome; the massive, 77,000-square-foot Sports and Recreation Center, which provides facilities for both intercollegiate (the CSI Dolphins field 13 men's and women's teams in Division III competition, including basketball, swimming and diving, volleyball, tennis, and baseball) and intramural sports; and the Center for the Arts, with its 440-seat Clara and Arleigh B. Williamson Theatre, the 900-seat Marlene Springer Concert Hall. Today the College of Staten Island is part of the City University of New York system, welcoming nearly 13,500 undergraduate and graduate students every year. CSI Bachelor's degree candidates pursue programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies, with the most popular major including Business, Management, and Marketing; the Social Sciences; Psychology; English Literature and Language; and the Health Professions. CSI is also one of seven CUNY schools that participates in the Macauley Honors College program for undergraduates. Graduate students at the College of Staten Island can earn the Master's Degree in 16 professional and liberal arts and sciences, and CSI participates in doctoral programs with CUNY's Graduate School and University Center in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Physics. Scroll down for a list of apartments near the College of Staten Island.


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Hampton, Virginia. - In honor of Men’s Health Month, the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute (HUPTI) will host a Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, June 19th from 11a-3p, on-site at 40 Enterprise Parkway in Hampton.
HUPTI will host a cancer prevention and proton therapy seminar at 12 noon with lunch provided by Jason's Deli. The seminar will feature Christopher Sinesi, M.D., medical director, HUPTI, and former proton therapy patients. Tours and children's activities will be available throughout the day. To register for the seminar or tour, please visit www.hamptonproton.org/events or call 757.251.6814, opt. 1.
HUPTI is partnering with area healthcare networks to provide a variety of free screenings. PSA’s (prostate-specific antigen test) will be offered by Bon Secours. Men will also have the option of DRE’s (digital rectal exams), provided by the Tidewater Physician Multispecialty Group.
According to the Virginia Cancer Registry, Hampton Roads leads the nation in prostate cancer deaths. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of the PSA and DRE to help in early detection, at which time men often experience no symptoms of the disease.
Other vital screenings such as cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), vision, stress and digital computerized foot scans will also be available. Health vendors will provide a wide range of information on topics such as smoking cessation, yoga techniques, proper diets, health and fitness, etc.
For vendor or sponsorship information, please contact Sarita Scott at 757.251.6814 or sarita.scott@hamptonu.edu.
HUPTI, located off Magruder Boulevard in Hampton, stands at 98,000 square feet, making it the largest proton therapy facility in the world. HUPTI’s 200-ton cyclotron originates the protons and spins them at light speed, sending the resulting beam down a beam line to one of five treatment rooms. The actual treatment time lasts only 60 seconds. HUPTI will treat prostate, breast, brain, lung, pediatric and other cancers upon opening in August.


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Today's set is all about birthdays!
It's bold and fun with just the perfect amount of sassiness, and it's fun to say!
Our guest Keren Baker created this red carpet worthy card using just a portion of the big bold celebrate sentiment. Such a great way to selectively ink! I really like the second sentiment strolling down the red strip.
This card from Virginia has party all over it!
I love how she created a texty background by stacking some of the sentiments.
Piali also stacked the sentiments in a fun way!
I really like all the bright colored "happy"
I think the open chevrons from Rad add a great touch!
How cute is this? She used lots of fun paper embellies to charm up this card!
I think all the cuteness from her stash looks great with the sentiments from Shenanigans and Woot Woot!
I love this one from our Karen Baker!
The cute paper panel with the black ribbon really sets off those sentiments, don't you think?
Last but not least, check out this easy to create birthday card that will for sure delight the recipient.
I'll bet you have at least a couple candles left over from birthday cakes.
Why not repurpose them onto your cards?
I love it paired with the big bold sentiment!!
and...is it a real live page turning book or on your kindle?
I have two books working right now. On my iPad I am reading the Kindle book "The Secret River" by Kate Grenville. In my car I am listening to the Audible version of Patricia Highsmith's "The Talented Mr. Ripley."
oh I am loving the look of these new sets and such fab DT examples. I am reading 'Serial' by John Lutz on my kindle. I have to say it is a page turner. I do love a book about a serial killer!!
I love thse new sets. I just finished reading Family Pictures by Jane Green, it's fabulous. I have begun reading Silken Prey by John Sandford. He's one of my guilty pleasures. They're real live page turning books!
I Am Legend. Paper books only in this house (so far).
Right now I am reading Reshaping it ALL by Candace Cameron Bure and its a real book (haven't read one of these since I bought my nook in 2012)!!
I am currently reading The Lost Years by Mary Higgins Clark (a real page turning book).
I am curently reading What they Wanted by Donna Morrisey. It is a "real" book but when I travel I take my Kobo.
Love the "shenanigans" stamp BTW!
Love the big bold sentiments!
Oh there are some FANTASTIC DT cards today!!! Love these big bold sentiments! Right now I am reading the first book in the Mortal Instruments series (City of Bones)...on my ipad through iBooks.
I have been reading "Fair Tax - the Truth" by Neal Boortz, in old-fashioned paperback form! It is a page turner considering the events of today, which affect how much splurge money I will have for stamping and scrapping goodies! These stamps look cool!
I am reading the Missing Golden Tickets getting ready for next school year...it is a page turning book.
Hi! I'm currently reading "Is This a Great Game or What?" a terrific book about baseball...don't have a Kindle or such...regular book!
Great DT cards!! Love the different approaches on all the cards. Great release!
Ok,this has got to my favorite set so far! Love all the cards by the DT! I'm reading Winter Study by Nevada Barr. It's only real books for this chick! Thanks for the chance to win!
Such a great collection of birthday cards! So bold & beautiful!
Not ready anything now ... but the last book I read was on my Sony Ebook. Don't remember the name.
Can't have too many awesome birthday sets. Reading the Girl Who Kicked a Hornet's Next. Real book - no eReader (yet). I just don't read enough right now to justify having one.
I am about to begin Divergent by Veronica Roth - paperback. Love these big, bold greetings (I am into those lately) and that candle card is ADORBS!
I am soooooooooo looking forward to this release....you've outdone yourselves!!!! Reading in real life by turning pages....Kate Atkinson's "Life after Life" ... unusual!!!
I just started The Vector Threat by Tom Clancy in the real paper form. There is something about holding and turning the pages of a real book!!! Shenanigans Looks like a fun stamp set...like the bold fonts!
These are SUCH adorable cards!!!
I'm loving the sentiments and the font style. Right now I'm reading Indelible by Karin Slaughter. Right now I'm hooked on murder mystery series. The book is a hard cover from the library because they didn't have this title available for my e-book reader, which is a Kobo.
Your DT really rocked this admission. The sentiments are wonderful and oh so useful. I'm reading a REAL book Named "The Hit" by David Baldacci.
I'm reading a fantasy book- the 2nd one of the Shadowmarch series. Definitely a real, paper, live book.
Awesome birthday samples!!! This set looks like lots of fun!!! I'm currently reading In The Woods by Tana French---in paperback---love the feel of a real book!
I'm not reading anything at this moment. I must be a real book.
Such inspiring projects today! Wonderful new stamps with such great versatility! I'm not currently reading a book--just my stamping magazines.
This is a great birthday set! I am reading a real live page turning book called The 36 Hour Day. It's about dementia, so that I can help support my mother and grandmother in caring for my grandfather.
Loving the new stamps this week! So fun and cute!
I'm reading a page-turning book "Under the Dome" by Stephen King.
Beautiful cards by the design team!
I am reading The Vampire Diaries : The Awakening and The Struggle right now and is it a real live page turning book as some of the characters and events are not the same as the series! Making me a bit confusion but I like the way the book brings out the story!
I am reading an awesome book, Insurgent. I am not ready to move to the digital book format yet so old fashion page turner it is!
I am reading And the Mountains Echoed on my Kindle, and listening to Miss Julia Paints the Town on my ipod.
I've just finished 'Six years' by Harlan Coben in paper, and listening 'I've got your number' by Sophie Kinsella while I'm waiting for her newest one "Wedding night", the waiting list at the Library for this one is looooong.
How fun is this set...love the name too! I've been trying to get through Game of Thrones...a real book with a great story line, but their are soooooo many characters I often find myself going back a few chapers to remember all of them!
I'm not reading a book per say, but it is the latest stamping create magazine! Real magazines all the way for me I like to be able to flip back and forth for inspiration at my crafty desk!
Wowza! Great cards fromt he DT! I am reading Game of Thrones on my Nook. I am usually a paper book kind of girl, but there was a free sample for book one on there and now I am on book four!
These sets look so gosh darn cute and fun. I just finished the series of Fifty Shades of Gray. It was a real life turn the page nail biting book!!
I'm usually a book reader but, I haven't read anything in a few months. I love to read historical fiction when I have the time. Phillipa Gregory is a favorite author of mine.
I love the sentiment in this set! People here in the south don't say shenanigans much but, I was born in NY so I sure do!
So many cute cards.. they all look amazing..
Too cute! I am not reading a book right now, but recently finished Maria Snyder's Touch of Power and Scent of Power. I am about to go to the library to find a new book. I prefer reading books with pages or listening to a book on CD. I like to feel the pages or listen to a book so I can craft.
Love the cards! Looks like another great set!
*Sassy* indeed - love how you've described your new release! The cards, once again, are awesome reveals of these new must-have products! Book on my shelf (a tad neglected since I'm card-making obsessed) is The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (the first of the Flavia de Luce series). Real book, real pages! Thanks for a great question!
Great cards! Right now I am reading the fifth book in a series by Alexander McCall Smith - called "The full cupboard of life" - its a real book, of course!
Oh my goodness, I am going to love this set and your DT has outdone themselves. Fantastic!
I just downloaded Jodi Picoult's young adult novel "Between the Lines" to my Kindle but haven't started it yet. I love her books and this was a daily deal on Amazon.
Great cards... I am not reading any novels right now but I am checking out a baking book called Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day. i prefer real books over kindle versions.
Super fun set and cards! I've got 11/22/63 waiting for me to read. I just need to pick it up and get started! Thanks for sharing!
Awesome DT designs especially Karen's brilliant red carpet card! Can't wait to see the full set. I'm currently reading "The Man Who Owned Vermont" by Bret Lott. I don't have a Kindle or anything like that - I love the smell and feel of real books!
what awesome cards from the DT, saw Virginia's and she sent me here.... what a feast for my eyes! Currently reading a book from Barbara Freethy called "The Way Back Home" -on my Kindle. Just love her books, nice easy reading, light romances.
Well when I do some reading it now on the iPad. I keep short stories, rarely read a book would rather be stamping!
Lately, I have been reading children's books because I started a Summer Reading Program for school kids in my small under-served community. I am reading aloud "The Adventures of Johnny Chuck" to the children. It's a book by Thornton Burgess originally published 100 years ago and just as charming today as it was then.
Awesome Cards! Love the first one especially since I just watched the daytime emmy's!
Wow! Love these clean bold fonts. And heaven knows, you can NEVER have too many birthday sentiments, right?
I am currently reading "Sunrise Point" by Robyn Carr. I downloaded it to my Kindle from my local library.
This looks like a fun set, indeed! I am currently reading the new Dan Brown book called Inferno. Just the old fashioned paper kind...I don't own a Kindle...yet!! Thank you for the chance to win.
fabulous cards by the DT, especially love Virigina's card: it's so bright and what a fun message!
I love the feel of a book in my hand, so I'm reading a real, live, page turning book called, Killing Kennedy. Thank you so much for a chance to win...this set is so fun and versatile and I also LOVE Virginia's card!
I am reading a real life book called The Englisher by Beverly Lewis.
Love the cards and the stamps! I am reading The Elegant Gathering of White Snows...real pages. Great book!
Shenanigans is a great word! I'm reading Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen. Also listening to a Bill Bryson book on tape that I can't remember the name of at the moment, but he's walking all around GB.


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You've seen all the crazy changes. Now there is a big one coming. Your profile will look dramatically different soon enough.
THE TIMELINE. check it out.
Pinterest meets MySpace meets Facebook. Interesting.
Another song, mostly for me to have a quick reference without having to look something up.