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The T-JTA provides an excellent overview of my clients' personality strengths and growth areas. The Criss-Cross assessment helps me understand personality 'pressure points' in the couple's relationship. The online administration, scoring, and report generation is invaluable. A great time-saver!
The T-JTA offers the premiere standard of demonstrating both graphically and conceptually the areas of conflict in a relationship, helping people to truly see and better understand their partner and create opportunities for increasing closeness.
I have used the T-JTA over 30+ years of ministry in a variety of situations. Its results are very accurate and the model very teachable to clients. It still is the most useful premarital instrument that is available. I highly recommend it.
The T-JTA is a good tool to facilitate case development, and is especially useful in pre-marital counseling, relationship building, intimacy development and career guidance. This tool is cross-cultural, so it helps me a lot to serve a diverse community.
The T-JTA is extremely helpful in getting a quick picture of how people are doing in the important areas of emotional maturity and relational effectiveness. I also find it extremely helpful in working with couples.
It is a concise and easy way to understand temperament differences, in a graphic way, so individuals can benefit from their differences instead of allowing them to cause problems or division in their relationship.
I have been utilizing the T-JTA profile for over 30 years. The profile has yet to miss as a self-responding picture of the emotional health of an individual or client. It is clear, concise and easily understood.
The use of the T-JTA has allowed my clients to identify problems that they have not been able to verbally articulate. As I use the profile with couples, the couples find it much easier to converse about their problems after they see the profile results. Succinctly put, it has been an emotional x-ray in my counseling practice.
It allows me to meet with a couple that I have not previously known and in 2 hours build rapport and identify strengths and weaknesses in their relationship. The tool helps them better understand their relationship and responses to one another. I use the T-JTA in premarital counseling. Of the 80 couples I have married 89% are still married and 40% have been married at least 25 years. It is a valuable tool.
I use the T-JTA in almost all of my marital work because it highlights the differences in temperaments. This gives a safe and easy way to highlight differences in relating styles and provides a safe starting point for beginning therapy. People really seemed to enjoy the graphical nature of the interpretation so they can see for themselves what is going on with them.
It has a strong research basis. It is relatively easy for the client to complete and the results provide the opportunity for practical application.
It's a powerful tool to evaluate the personality state of clients. It's helpful to counselors to evaluate and understand clients' problems deeply.
It shows the strengths and weaknesses visibly. It is an excellent way to show people where they are at in a graphic manner.
During my 25 year counseling practice, the T-JTA has been my number one tool to help me assess where people were emotionally. It has allowed me to determine accurate assessments as to what personality conflicts were really in existence. I have never had to second guess what the problem was.
It helps to get a perspective of the personality...In my experience of using the T-JTA for more than 25 years I have yet to find a person who says the test was wrong. They all affirmed the profile that resulted from taking the test was accurate.
The T-JTA is by far the best counseling tool I have used in the 48 years of my private practice. I began using it in 1967. I don't know how a pastor, counselor or mental health worker can effectively do without it. It has been indispensable in allowing me to get to know my clients and for them to understand themselves. Obviously, I highly recommend it.
Some of the other tools I use do not have a system to check the veracity of the answers the client gives. The Attitude Scale Score helps do that. The completeness of the Interpretive Report (especially the Criss-Cross) is beneficial in pre- and post-marital counseling.
I appreciate the fact that the T-JTA is research based and clinically accurate. The quality materials and online completion and scoring is a definite asset to the counselor. The T-JTA is also fun for clients, especially those who are scored in the Criss-Cross profile.
The results from the T-JTA with couples always open the door to discussion on the dynamics of good relationships, building skills to improve communication and the appreciation of who each person is and of their potential to become.
It's a great tool to help people realize their inner values and to be able to perform better in their own lives as well as with others and also marital relationships.
Its unique “Criss-Cross” testing feature identifies pertinent differences and is particularly useful when working with couples and families in premarital, marital, and family counseling.


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If you're looking for a reliable cigar lighter at a great price, check out this XiKAR Flash torch lighter. It's got everything that makes XiKAR products great: form, function, feel and reliability. The durable case houses a single jet flame that ignites easily, and the price is nice. Order it NOW.
I ll just say this, if a single flame lighter you desire.. buy the Xikar allume for a few $$$ more. Well worth it.
Don't waste your money on this lighter. It worked fine for 20 lights, then it completely stopped lighting - it no longer produces a spark. Spend a little more and get something that's actually reliable.
Looks great but that the only good thing about it.Very hard to adjust has to be exactly right or it just won't light.I am very disappointed in this Xikar lighter.Not worth paying the postage to send it back for another one.Save your money buy something else. Sam Johnson.


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NexTrade is creating a 24 hour electronic market place that unites buyers and sellers worldwide. It is our mission to stay on the cutting edge of the financial market by harnessing the power of technology and using it to improve the performance of all investors.
The SEC implemented new order handling rules in January of 1997 that would forever alter the way investors executed orders. The new rules created the opportunity for ECN's (Electronic Communications Network) such as NexTrade to directly interact with the NASDAQ national market system by improving quotes and execution for all investors. Now those rules have led to the implementation of regulation ATS which opens the door for the next generation of exchanges, the all electronic exchange.
In November of 1998, after 2 years of design and development, NexTrade (NTRD) received SEC approval to become one of nine ECNs (electronic communications network). NexTrade provides its customers with cutting edge execution transaction processing and flexible software architecture. Our technology allows participants to interact simultaneously with all NASDAQ ECNs and market-makers. NexTrade has the distinction of being the first ECN to offer 24 hour trading to retail investors through participating broker-dealers. Our clients include mutual funds, hedge funds, NASDAQ market-makers, traditional broker-dealers, online broker-dealers like and professional trading companies.
NexTrade is a registered broker/dealer and member of the NASD and SIPC.

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We have 2 full time positions responsible for delivery of English Language training programmes to Edgewater College Clients in Triploi, Libya. A recognised TEFL qualification is essential. Experience of working overseas preferable but not essential. As part of a global company, employees can take up opportunities to work with Edgewater College worldwide. Contact us via e-mail for further information and to apply.
As studied before, good teachers \"make\" good students. We learned from unit 10 how attitude can drastically change a classroom atmosphere. It is important to notice that it does not matter the students' english level for the appropriacy of ESA usage. Another interesting subject from this unit is the opportunity to watch the lesson \"in the eyes\" of the students, which is the most important point of view.During this section, I reviewed basic parts of speech and grammar forms. More importantly, I learned how to properly identify them in a sentence. While I've been used these words in my day to day and in my academic life, I never truly knew how to classify them. Being able to identify similarities in the multiple purposes of certain words will make teaching the usage of them to my future students much easier.

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I’ve made a lot of different kinds of investments in my career, in addition to the “normal” ones like Mutual Funds, 401K’s, 529’s, etc. I’ve outlined some samples below, but first, a disclaimer – I am not a registered financial advisor and I am neither recommending or suggesting that my investments are suitable for anyone but me. It’s probably a good idea for you to consult a professional financial advisor before you make any investment.
The best investment I’ve made so far was in myself, and my partners, when we started Advanced Waste Services. That was a thing we cobbled together initially, combining savings from our 401K’s, loans from parents, bank debt, etc. We also had a belief in ourselves, a pretty decent work ethic, and as my partner Butch used to say, we were fortunate to have strong backs, which helped us make up for the many mistakes we made.
The return on this investment in ourselves was phenomenal. Not only did we have our equity returned to us several times over during the run, we were able to execute exits for all of us, at different times and with different circumstances, that were exceptional for a service company.
None of my other investments would have been possible if I hadn’t invested in myself first.
I was first introduced to Private Equity when we went through a recapitalization process in the late 2000’s. We didn’t end up taking any PE money, but I learned a lot about how PE’s look at and value companies. I decided to continue that learning process by joining 2 PE funds as a Limited Partner. Doing so has given me the chance to buy into more than 15 well-established companies, in a wide range of industries, and be a fly on the wall as to how the deals got structured, financed and closed. It’s also helped broaden my perspective on how the PE funds deal with fast & slow growth, good & bad management, add-on acquisitions and more. Being an LP has made me a better investor and businessman.
To augment my PE experience, I also joined an Early Stage fund that invests mostly in early, but post-start-up, technology-based companies. They make biggish bets in promising companies that are in the early revenue or pre-revenue stage. This participation has helped round out my experience as an investor and businessman, exposing me to smart people, interesting companies and complex technologies that I’ll admit I don’t always understand fully, at least at first.
After having sold my company, Advanced Waste Services, I decided to turn more of my attention to start-ups. I figured that if my most successful investment was my own start-up, paying that forward by backing promising new start-ups as an Angel investor made economic sense and the exposure to these opportunities would continue my education as an investor and businessman.
I’ve been pleased with my start-up investing experience so far. It’s given me exposure to a bunch of new companies and ideas, start-up investing platforms like Angel List, and Angel Investing “stars” like Jason Calacanis. I’m anxious to do and learn more, keeping in mind of course that it’s likely that most of these will fail, or fall well short of their expectations, and that I can only direct 5-10% of my investable funds to this pursuit.
Cafe X: For many people, coffee is a daily ritual that sets the tone for the rest of their day. Cafe X offers consistent, premium quality at affordable prices by designing, manufacturing, and operating robotic coffee bars that serve specialty coffee precisely brewed to the roaster’s specifications.
Kloudio: Automated Self Service Reporting. Access and update business data from spreadsheets. Schedule to have your business spreadsheets updated every week, day, or minute. Change filters and parameters on a whim for instant ad-hoc analysis, all without bothering IT.
EOS “Traction”: EOS®, the Entrepreneurial Operating System, is a complete set of simple concepts and practical tools that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses. Implementing EOS will help you and your leadership team get better at three things: Vision, Traction®, and Healthy.
RoadBotics: The RoadBotics solution provides a complete and comprehensive road surface condition assessment on a color-coded map that can be accessed through a web browser from anywhere, at anytime – allows engineer and public works staff to narrow down on what requires immediate attention.
Somna Therapeutics: The REZA BAND® UES Assist Device “First-of-its-kind,” non-medication, non-surgical medical device designed to reduce symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux disease by preventing the regurgitation of stomach contents from passing through the upper esophageal sphincter (UES). FDA Cleared. No prescription required. Shop Now.
Bluffworks: Travel outfits, suits, shirts and blazers. Designed to live at the intersection of adventure and life, Bluffworks melds technical performance with office ready looks. Our gear uses quick drying, breathable and wrinkle resistant materials with innovative features to create products that you can wear every day, whether you’re climbing mountains or the corporate ladder. Our comfort, style and durability are built to last, so you can focus on the road ahead. If you’re ready to begin your Bluffworks adventure, browse our newest collection now.
Marble: Your friendly neighborhood robot is reimagining urban logistics. We are creating a fleet of intelligent courier robots to reliably and securely transport the goods that people need and want in a way that is accessible to everyone. Marble’s robot is perfectly suited to transport the essentials including groceries, meals, and medicine.
CMX Twenty: A Milwaukee-based pharmaceutical company focused on development of a non-narcotic treatment for pain using a unique lipid molecule called CMX-020. Unlike opioid pain therapeutics, CMX-020 does not activate the mu-opioid receptor that produces devastating effects. CMX-020 mitigates side effect complications and the risk of addiction to the patient.
Care Revolutions: A better way to book your per diem. Hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers use Care Revolutions daily to book Registered Nurses and Technologists shifts. Healthcare facilities post shifts and assignments. A flexible, qualified workforce for your facility. As a healthcare professional, find shifts and assignments you are qualified for and schedule yourself.
Anyplace: Live in a Hotel. A new way of living from $1,320 per month. Flexible living with month to month contracts. Live like a guest with hotel-quality hospitality for your life. Live affordably with WiFi, amenities included. Some hotels provide complimentary breakfast.
Fitspot Wellness: Active wellness at work. Starting an Active Wellness plan is a big deal. And there’s a lot you’re probably unsure about. So here are the basics: Fitspot saves on health insurance and increases your bottom line by making employees healthier and happier with health screenings, fitness classes and educational workshops at work.
Open Fan: Your customers. Your data. Analytics and targeting based on customer spending history. When you sell your product through third parties, those platforms rarely share customer purchase data back with you. With Open Fan you can understand where else your customers spend their money and on what products. You can identify your top customers and honor them with the respect they deserve.
Frabric8labs: A first of its kind: This patented Stereo-Electrochemical Deposition (SED) process can produce objects in solid metal, like: Copper, Nickel, Iron, CoCr, Inconel, Stainless Steel, Silver and Gold (just to name a few). Since we don’t use metal powders, these parts are infinitely recyclable, low in porosity, and are an order of magnitude cheaper than current metal printing technologies.
Gearbox Express: The only independent company in North America solely focused on providing down-tower, wind gearbox remanufacturing solutions.
VitaCup: Take your vitamins in a tastier way with VitaCup! Keurig® compatible vitamin coffees & tea that boost productivity, metabolism & more.
Blokable: Manufactures a housing product that comes from a single, flexible framework that can be configured and inspected at scale. As a result, the process cut costs for builders and residents alike through the construction of tech-powered manufactured housing.
De-Ice: The developer of an electric de-icing technology designed to help the aerospace industry eliminate all chemicals. The company’s electric de-icing technology offers a complete coverage de-icing device that entirely eliminates all chemicals and de-icing delays and makes de-icing 50% cheaper and an average of 30+ minutes faster than incumbent technology, enabling aerospace industries to save 25 million gallons of glycol and 170 million gallons of water per year in the U.S.
Lawn Love: Revolutionizing the lawn care industry. Great rates, great service, and a total satisfaction guarantee!
Finexio: The smart B2B payment network integrates into large payment aggregators, accounts payable automation, and procurement software platforms to enable them with a more efficient payment modality.
Fitbod: Step-by-step strength training designed to push your limits. Fitbod for iOS equips gym-goers with a deeply personalized workout plan, allowing users to maximize the use of indoor gym equipment and practice effective strength-training.
Tonka Bay Equity Partners: A private equity firm helping businesses grow and thrive in their communities.
Prescient Capital Partners: Innovative lending to companies unable to obtain sufficient financing through conventional bank sources.
Capital Midwest Fund: A venture capital firm that invests in advanced manufacturing, B2B, and healthcare technology companies based in the Midwest.
Simplexity Fund: Our purpose is to powerfully help our entrepreneurs to found, launch, and achieve traction or to help companies go from bootstrapped success to venture scale.
BrightStar Wisconsin: Focused on investing in rapidly scalable, early-stage companies throughout all of Wisconsin in order to catalyze economic, job-creating activity.
FloWater: The World’s Best-Tasting, Most Sustainable Water. FloWater is the best-tasting, healthiest water on the planet, for a fraction of the cost of bottled water, and 100% less plastic waste.
Beauty By Design: Skincare Shouldn’t be a Guessing Game. Beauty By Design is the first skincare company providing advanced formulas with unlimited guidance from your own personal Esthetician.
Panda: A voice-controlled camera that brings your words to life. Talk about anything and watch it appear as you trigger magic AR effects.
Inside.com: Real news, curated by real human beings. Packed with the trends, news and links you need to be smart, informed and ahead of the curve.
15/Five: 15Five is a continuous performance management suite that allows you to coach your employees as fast as you sprint. Makes continuous employee feedback simple to drive high-performing cultures.
Steezy: Online dance classes with the world’s best instructors. It’s hard to learn without actually being taught. Our choreographers break it down step by step so you’re learning all the techniques and intentions.
Grin: Grin isn’t a marketplace or a network looking for a cut of your budget, it’s software that helps you run influencer marketing programs your way. With Grin, you get the systems and data you need, while retaining complete control of your influencer relationships.
MUD\WTR: An amalgam of organic, earth-grown ingredients lauded by cultures old and young around the world for their health and performance benefits.
CareRev: Staffing software that brings a flexible workforce to your healthcare facility. CareRev connects you directly to healthcare professionals through a mobile app. No vendors, no agencies and no middlemen, which lowers your overall staffing costs.


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We started that way. Moses could not, would not, lead alone; Aaron had to be there. Moses' older brother never was quite his associate rabbi. Aaron was vastly more popular. He was the nice guy: arbitrator in congregants' business disputes, mediator in spousal clashes, peacemaker in sisterly spats, and conciliator for anyone with a teenager at home. Mr. Nice.
The brothers' dichotomy did not abate with their deaths; the turnout at Aaron's funeral nearly doubled Moses's. Not surprisingly, it was only upon Moses's passing that despair threatened the people. But while Aaron's popularity earned him a larger funeral, Moses's instruction earned him the role of leader. Aaron's passing evoked mourning; Moses's passing created a terrifying void. Leadership, like money, is appreciated when you don't have it.
We need our Aarons and we need our Moseses (including our intra-personal, internal ones). One without the other is unbalanced. If we favor the peace over truth because peace doesn't demand of us and truth does, we'll get neither. It might not play well in the sitcoms, but Jewish legacy is not a sitcom.

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Awearness is a corporate branding company which supplies an endless variety of promotional products embossed with your company logo.
From uniforms to novelty gift items, Awearness can put your organisation's brand on an ever-changing number of interesting items.
We'll help you select the clothing, promotional gifts or novelty items which reflect your company's identity and brand. Call us today.
In the marketplace your brand is your identity and is your most valuable asset. It is what allows you to stand out from the crowd.
Maintain your brand's relevance by putting it in the hands of your customers and suppliers now.
With customers evermore spoiled for choice, keeping your brand top-of-mind can make all the difference. It's your promise to your customers that you will deliver.
Awearness has been delivering quality branded products to New Zealand companies since 1980.
This family-owned business is run by Helen Roderick. Helen has a background in corporate apparel and has successfully built up two women's fashion stores which she sold in 1995. From its new showroom in Albany, Awearness is serving a growing number of large corporate clients. But the focus has always been on nurturing relationships with customers and maintaining a very strict quality control process.
With business partners all over the globe, Awearness seeks out the most novel and most innovative quality products so you can display your brand with pride.
Using the latest technology, Awearness can put your logo on just about anything. Whether it's the latest computer gadget or new uniforms for your team, let Awearness create a specially branded product for your organisation today.


text: Tucked away on a gated and spacious homesite spanning nearly 3.1 beautifully manicured acres, this custom view-enriched estate presents a prized Rancho Santa Fe address. The Mediterranean-influenced residence of approximately 8,165 square feet caters to active residents who desire a location near schools, beaches, shopping centers, soccer fields and restaurants. Seven bedrooms, 7.5 baths and a separate casita ensure that everyone—including guests, a nanny or in-laws—is right at home. The main level offers a dramatic entry with sweeping staircase and interior balcony above, a wood-paneled library, a formal living room with Palladian window, and a formal dining room with trompe l’oeil mural. Gracious in every way, the first-floor master suite is distinguished by a sitting area with fireplace, a lavish bath and patio access. Ensuite bedrooms and a versatile media/bonus room await upstairs. Explore culinary endeavors in an open kitchen with large island, wine cooler, breakfast bar and semi-circular nook. The kitchen leads to a spacious open-concept great room and game room area with vaulted open-beam wood ceiling, skylights and a seamless flow to the outdoors. Enjoy sweeping westerly views of colorful hot air balloons, sunsets and neighboring equestrian amenities from tropical-themed grounds that embrace a pool, spa, a creek with romantic bridge, lighted sport court, illuminated patio with fireplace, a festive palapa, elegant fountains and a 4-car garage. Nestled within the coveted Solana Beach and San Dieguito School Districts, the estate is free from HOA and Mello-Roos fees.

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text: FiOS is currently not available for the state of Hawaii. Since Hawaii is not within the coverage of Verizon's territory, FiOS will most likely not reach the state of Hawaii anytime in the near future. Hopefully, other internet service providers in your state will provide access to fiber optic internet connection services in the future. Since Verizon ® is the first to offer fiber optic internet connectivity to residential consumers, it is still new. As dark fiber (inactive fiber) networks are continually being aquire by local ISP providers, soon fiber optic internet will become a standard. Lower speeds such as DSL and Cable internet will be phased out, while fiber optic internet connections will become active across the entire nation. Although Verizon FiOS is consistently expanding to other states, Verizon FiOS may never reach Hawaii. However, there are currently many other high speed internet service providers to choose from in Hawaii.

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NFL players Bryant McKinnie and Chris Baker have also committed to attend. Former Nittany Lion Jared Odrick, now with the Miami Dolphins, hopes to be in town for the event, Johnson said.
Larry Johnson Sr. will share master-of-ceremony duties with former pupil Adams, who played with San Francisco and Chicago after leaving Penn State.
“Anthony has a little bit of a stand-up comic in him,” Chris Johnson said.
One of the featured speakers will be Gladys Bettis, mother of former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis. Glady Bettis has been through open-heart surgery. Johnnie Bettis, Jerome’s father, died of a heart attack in 2006.
Denise Wayne, mother of Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne, is national president and is expected to attend the State College gathering, Johnson said.
Individual tickets can be obtained for a $100 donation, while a table of 10 goes for $950. Visit www.pfpma.org for details.
The semi-formal event will include dinner, a fashion show, dancing and a silent auction featuring football memorabilia.
A VIP reception will be held from 7 to 8 p.m., with the full gala set for 8 p.m.

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Based on a comparison of 1 countries in 2016, Iceland ranked the highest in taxes on forage plants with LCR 5.59 mil followed by and. On the other end of the scale was Iceland with LCR 5.59 mil, with LCR mil and with LCR mil.
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that the best way to get calcium is diet. While this mineral is overflowing in the body, it can be found in a number of foods and beverages. For strong bones and teeth, you should be eating is dairy, collard greens and figs. However, if your body is not capable of absorbing and retaining calcium, you will experience a number of symptoms. Besides muscle spasms, you may experience seizures and even difficulty in breathing. Taking dietary supplements like AlgaeCal is necessary in this case. According to AlgaeCal reviews, the pills are completely safe, so here is no need to worry about side effects. As a matter of fact, there are many health benefits to taking dietary supplements. If you are curios to learn what these benefits are, keep on reading.
It seems that both men and women deal with bone loss. The body needs calcium to make and keep healthy bones. During the course of your lifetime, the body never ceases to create new bone. But it cannot do so without the important mineral. If you do not get the calcium you need from diet, it is crucial to start taking dietary supplements. Thanks to the pills, you will get the amount of mineral you need in order to stay healthy. What is certain is that you will not develop osteoporosis in time.
Calcium is not only essential in building healthy bones, but also in protecting the cardiac muscles. What you should know is that the heart is made up of specialized muscle cells that require mineral to contract and transport blood out of the arteries. If you have just the right amount of calcium in your body, then the cardiac muscles will be able to relax and contract properly. On the other hand, if your diet is poor in mineral, then you are likely to experience heart failure.
There is a close link between calcium and cancer prevention. To be more precise, this essential mineral can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. While it is true that taking too much calcium is not good for the health as you can develop hypercalcemia, the right amount of mineral can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. According to the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study II Nutrition Cohort, calcium supplements are linked to reduced risks. What you should do is no doubt take dietary supplements to make sure that you meet the daily recommended dose.
Health and eating shrimp – are there any connections?
Why do you need calcium anyway?

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Bring seasonal color indoors with this lavish array of fall flowers! Our dynamic Autumn Adventure arrangement is sure to make any occasion beautiful and memorable. Order flowers online 24/7 or call Flowers With Special Touch to place your order.
These vibrant fall flowers from Flowers With Special Touch will make any occasion special and memorable. Show loved ones how glad you are to have them in your life with our Awe-Inspiring Autumn arrangement. Order flowers online or call our shop today!
Flowers With Special Touch creates a tantalizing, seasonal potpourri of warm fall colors with their vibrant, fall flower designs. Select an arrangement with glowing fall colors to illuminate your Mount Pearl, NL home. Show a little affection with a floral bouquet of autumn flowers. If you're more daring, be a little flirtatious with a fall vase arrangement filled with copper, saffron and pomegranate colored flowers. The expressions of fall can be found everywhere in Mount Pearl NL. Whether you want a homespun delight or a festive centerpiece, fall magic is always available at Flowers With Special Touch.


text: A lovely redecorated three bedroom family house in Chelsea, SW10, arranged over three floors that has wood floors throughout the reception room and bedrooms. The master bedroom, with ensuite master bathroom and conservatory/sun room, are situated on the top floor with a roof terrace. The remaining two double bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor with the reception room and kitchen on the ground floor and opening on to a small patio garden.


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Two months ago, we embarked on a rather industrious plot. For every proceeding month, I promised you, the reader, an article that discloses the mysteries of some of our most common small kitchen appliances. I regretted having to take a month's leave of absence but dutifully promise a great read for the future. This month is no exception, as we delve into the inner-workings of one of the larger of small appliances, the slow cooker.
Also known as a crockery cooker or a crock pot, the slow cooker, like the electric skillet, is a very useful item. As usual, I wish to end this article with some useful recipes. To the delight of our editor-in-chief, I will be including my world famous Herb and Seasoned Chicken. (Well, OK, it's not THAT famous but it is rather tasty) But let us wind back for a moment and look at slow cookers of today.
The slow cooker is a very simple device. It works on the premise that consistent, low-wattage heat will more thoroughly penetrate and cook the food mass. A heat source, at the bottom of the product, delivers its energy through the materials of the cooker and via conduction, into the food. Liquids, such as broth and internal juices and fats, aid in the cooking process by retaining the moisture and the heat. The whole process is capped, quite literally, by the product's cover, which like the skillet, induces convection and aid the cooking process.
Some slow cookers, especially of this era, address an interesting problem. How does one serve the cooked food immediately and to the awaiting mouths of the hungry? It is rather difficult to take the entire appliance to the table and, conversely, it is also difficult to take the food out, keep it warm, and not make a mess. The latter means other vessels to store the food in; more clean-up in the long run. Today, however, the cooking vessel is removable and can be stored, covered, for later use. And the vessel is unique as well. You have the choice between a glazed, clay crock or a simple metal vessel. There exists an argument for which vessel is the best. Metal cookers, with non-stick interiors, may lend themselves to shorter over-all cooking times due to the heat transfer efficiency. Crock cookers may lend themselves to slower times but enhanced thermal diffusion into the product. In the end?
In the end, both products run identically and it is up to the consumer which model they prefer. Below, I've evaluated some pros and cons for both models.
Metal slow cookers come in comfortable oblong and rectangular shapes. They store easier in shelving both in and out of the refrigerator. One obvious drawback is the look. However, manufacturers have addressed this issue with the external aesthetics by adding kitchen-sensitive decoration to the outside. Patterns such as florals are available in colors that should not interact unpleasingly to any home décor.
The robust feel of crockery cookware fits in some homes. But shapes are limited to circular due to constraints in manufacturing. This may hinder storage both in and out of the refrigerator. Additionally, care must be taken with crocks as their glaze wears more quickly over time compared to metal-nonstick surfaces. And when dropped, crocks tend to not survive. Serving-wise, however, the crock has a more pleasing presence both on and off the kitchen table or buffet.
Unlike our friend, the electric skillet, slow cookers are limited to what and how a food or meal can be prepared. In the end of this article, the two recipes you will find can suffice as the entire family's main course, to be supplemented with greens and dessert if so desired.
The best food products that lend themselves to be cooked with a slow cooker are larger proportion meats, stews, and soups. For example, whole turkey breast, duck, and small chickens fill the poultry side. Beef, pork, and lamb roasts finish this category. Other meats may include fish if one wished to cook it down into a soup or stew. Vegetables are a tricky item as some absorb moisture as they take on to cooking, and some lose their mass to the cooking process. It is very important to balance which vegetables and add them at the appropriate stages to the dish. You will see the case in point for the beef roast below. Water-heavy vegetables such as cabbage, celery, and onions should be added near the end of the dish. Water-absorbent vegetables such as potatoes, leeks, and carrots, added sooner if not at the beginning of the dish. My personal preference is for carrots, for example, to be added mid-way so as not to be over-cooked. Potatoes at the very beginning so as to soak up juices and flavors.
When I prepare a meal or dish with my slow cooker, I begin the cooking in the morning, letting it cook throughout the day, and it is ready for consumption when I return home from work. I use the lowest possible heat setting so as to ensure thorough cooking but to not destroy or dry out the food.
Let's now look at some simple recipes that incorporate the ideology of the modern slow cooker.
To begin, prepare one whole fryer chicken. Remove the liver, neck, and innards if needs be.
Create and apply a simple salt and pepper rub for the entire chicken, and allow to sit for roughly ten minutes.
In a small bowl, add two tablespoons cold-pressed, first-run olive oil and 1 cup water. Season with thyme, basil, oregano, and dried parsley. Add first to the slow cooker.
Place the chicken into the slow cooker and put the appliance on LOW. Add potatoes.
In four or five hours, add remaining vegetables, making sure to stir up the both and re-position the chicken.
The dish is finished in an hour or two, when the meat begins tearing away from the bone or when a deep cut reveals minimal pink on the inside.
*The vegetables may be seasoned overnight in a soy sauce drink that includes more of the above seasonings. This flavour carries on thoroughly in the chicken as well as other meats.
Prepare a beef tip roast by piercing the skin with a knife. Dual pierces will result in a cross-shaped cut. Make ten to twelve of these pierces and stuff a clove or garlic into each cross.
Add to one cup water the seasonings of your choice. Some seasonings that compliment beef include oregano, thyme, mustard seed, and crushed black pepper. Finish this with two teaspoons of dry red sherry or Worcestershire sauce, depending on your tastes.
Again, with the cooker at LOW, add the beef and sauce mix, covering and letting cook for 6 hours or so. Check the meat every hour or so, if possible, and stir the juices for flavor penetration into the meat.
Slice thinly and serve over rice or with mashed potatoes.
In a sauce pan, prepare a simple white sauce roux. Begin with 1 table spoon cold, unsalted butter. With low heat, melt the butter and gently but brightly stir in 1/4 to 1/3 cup all-purpose flour.
With the heat at a minimum, add roughly one cup of milk, slowly, stirring at all times for full incorporation. Continue to stir until sauce thickens. Add flour or milk if needed.
In the sauce pan, add one large fillet of whitefish being sure to immerse it fully into the sauce. Cover and allow to simmer under low heat and cook for 5 - 10 minutes.
Pour sauce, fish and all, into the slow cooker. On HIGH, add 1 cup chicken stock and cook for an hour, stirring every so often as to break up the fish. Season with spices such as cayenne or mustard powder.
Serve warm, over a heavy European bread.

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SRJC opened the season with two close wins over San Joaquin Delta and Shasta College.
SRJC scored a 29-29 tie breaker victory over SJD. It came down to criteria #6, most points scored in a match.
SRJC scratched out a narrow win over Shasta 36-27.
The Bear Cubs travel to Sacramento next week for the KLS tournament at Sac City College.


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Firefighters saved a bride's day when they cut their way into a town hall marriage venue.
Groom Alec Davies had turned up at Llanelli Town Hall, south Wales, on Saturday in good time for his wedding but was panic-stricken when he found it locked.
Bride Naomi Taylor got an anxious call from Mr Davies moments before she was due to set off, warning her of a slight hitch.
As guests stood milling around on the doorstep unable to get into the register office the decision was taken to call in the firemen.
The bride, ready for her dream white wedding, then got a second call telling her to stay put for 20 minutes longer.
In the meantime, a fire crew packing bolt cutters from the aptly named White Watch turned up and sliced through the unforeseen 'red tape'.
A relieved Mr Davies told the South Wales Evening Post: "It was a nerve wracking half hour.
"My best man was doing his best to keep me calm, but I would have needed a firefighter's hose to cool me down. I was getting so hot and sweaty."
He explained the registrar and his assistant arrived at the venue 10 minutes before the wedding and decided to call the fire brigade.
"Apparently the caretaker, who was the key holder, was unaware of the wedding and could not be found.
"In a slick operation, Naomi was told gently not to panic and she had my permission to be late.
"The firefighters were great. They drove into the town hall grounds in the fire engine and inside minutes had the doors open.
"They declined an invitation to stay for the ceremony and provided an unusual guard of honour for my bride."
A spokesman for the Mid and West Wales Fire Brigade, said: "It was just a co-incidence White Watch attended."
He said the crew declined the invitation to stop but were promised a slice of wedding cake each.

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The Weedrags return to Jozart Center for the Arts on April 12 at 8 p.m. with special guests Solomon Crow & The Bourbon Valley Boys.
Tickets are $10 at the door.
Come enjoy some old time and bluegrass music in a wonderful intimate setting.
To reserve your tickets, call Carla at 724-938-9730 or email carla@jozart.com. You may also RSVP online on the Facebook event page.
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Seeing if someone might be able to help.
When placing a catheter for pre-op stone access is the correct code 50433? I'm not sure this is the correct code as the catheters are removed directly after the lithotripsy ANY help would be appreciated. Thank you!


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We have several beers on tap, including German imports and regional beers. Altdorf Biergarten serves Spaten Lager, Paulaner, and tasty American beers like Fireman’s #4! Some of our more popular menu items include the classic Reuben sandwich, sausage plates, wiener schnitzel and more. We’re a fantastic beer garden with a little Texas flavor, so you can come and get good Tex-Mex if that’s what you’re in the mood for.
Altdorf Biergarten has the best outdoor garden in town. We’re right in the middle of downtown Fredericksburg, and in walking range of all the famous spots. Come and enjoy a meal with us, either inside or outside, or just come by to refresh with a cool beverage of your choice!


text: A small and lonely star named Twinkle wishes that he could be a member of a popular constellation. He often gazes down upon the earth and wonders whether anyone can even see him. Twinkle soon learns however that even the smallest star can accomplish great things. Ages 1-6.

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The essential oils in this Esogetic herb oil regulate and stimulate the entire individual.
developed the Earth Disc (Disc of Life).
Home instrument for applicate the induction therapy according Peter Mandel.


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flat earth direct is an agency focused on fundraising for good causes. Weʼre obsessed with getting you the best results, to help you make more money or create more social change. We do this by bringing the best people from around the world to help you with your digital, direct response and advocacy related campaigns.
Our challenge was simple: acquire new participants and increase their engagement with Steptember to maximise their fundraising potential—and, ultimately, increase income for the event overall. This was no mean feat for an event that runs across 12 locations worldwide!


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When my husband first met me, he asked what I like to do.
This was the 1990’s, when paperbacks were $5.99 and ebooks were not a thing. In the years since, we have spent thousands of weekends in bookstores. My older son’s first outing was to a Borders in Columbus; my younger son’s first outing was to a Barnes & Noble in Pittsburgh.
Inevitably, I have a lot of books. When I was fresh out of college, I could somehow manage to read three or four books each week without it interfering in the rest of my life. As the years passed, I don’t read as fast and I’m often distracted and life is more chaotic. Now I read three or four books each month and browse the rest. Eventually I learned to buy fewer books, but in the meantime I accumulated many books that I fully intended to read but never did.
Unread books accumulate. The problem with books that we intend to read sometime is that they are far harder to part with than the ones we have already read.
Isn’t that the truth? The problem is that you buy a book about something you want to learn. You don’t read it. Five years later you’ve bought all the best books about that topic and read none of them (tell me I’m not the only person who does this!). Now you can’t simply pick one up at random and read it. You have enough books here to earn a degree in the topic. You feel like you need to design a curriculum and study the books in a logical sequence. You don’t have the time or energy to do that right now, so it stays on your list of someday.
Hinduism teaches that the way to success is to focus on a goal so that it’s the only thing you see and to aim your intention like an arrow. Some of the biggest heroes in the epics, like Rama and Arjun, are archers, and their ability to hit their targets is used metaphorically to teach us the proper way of taking action. It’s no coincidence that Rama is an avatar of Vishnu, whose shakti is Lakshmi, or that one of Arjun’s names is Dhananjaya, which means to win wealth.
If the way to success is complete focus of our attention on our goals, then what does that mean about all these things we intend to learn or do “someday”?
One of the reasons Ganesh and Lakshmi are so often worshiped together is that Ganesh removes the obstacles and Lakshmi helps us reach our target (laksh actually means a goal or target). We won’t make much progress toward our goals if we’re weighed down with hundreds of pounds of random things we might want to do someday. If I packed all my unread books into a giant backpack, I wouldn’t even be able to walk.
What's the opposite of a white man?
February 4, 2015 Why prohibit onions and garlic?


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Remembrance SundayWhere can I pay my respects for Remembrance Sunday in Devon on November 11?
“I don’t want to be a Scrooge, but couldn’t Coca Cola give us a break from this on Remembrance Sunday?"
"I can only assume that the perpetrators have little grasp of history or of moral values."
Remembrance SundayWhy should we bother with Remembrance Sunday? Isn't it just too much trouble?
Remembrance SundayWhere can I pay my respects for Remembrance Sunday in Devon on November 12?


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This Sleek Dining table is perfectly suited to any modern interior.
The legs are constructed from solid Oak wood, Strong, Sturdy and sophisticated.
The glass top is scratch resistant enabling timeless sophistication and elegance.
Its simple design not only makes assembling effortless but allows customers to pair it with many styles of chair.
Material: Solid oak legs, 10mm tempered glass.


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I'm already using 0x35/0x36, but is there any other way?
Service 35 RequestUpload seems to work on MED17 and as long as I aim for an upload within 0x40000h and 0x7FFFF I get my response as requested.
The RAM tables on MED17 for example are possibly located at 0xC0000000 or 0xD0000000 ect (32bit address). according to A2L's floating around.
It looks like the standard KWP protocol can only handle 24bit addresses, so up to 0xFFFFFF.
Any pointers or possibly just a way to calculate address 0xC0000000 so my request passes ?
Memory regions are covered in detail in A2L.
Thanks for the heads up. Should work with 0x400000 and 0x500000 then. I'll give it a shot in the next few days.


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Did Obi-Wan kill that one guy in the cantina?
Petition to get the 97SE on DVD!
I feel like I'm missing something?
I sense something. A presence I've not felt since....Padme.
Star Wars UAV: A Blast From The Past!
Luke's Percepeption of Vader Through The Force?
The Story is the Most Important.
Why did Yoda lift the X-wing so slow?
More Blog Poo - sorry Mina it's just so fun!
Episode IV Goofs: Mess-ups? Or SW Reality?
" Search your FEELINGS, Lord Vader "
What is you favorite versions of IV, V and VI?


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It was quite the grand opening at NC.
Who was the best overall athlete in the graduating class of 2018?
The Wyoming Coaches Association has selected their Coaches of the Year for the winter 2017-2018 season.
Indoor Track and Field meets this week are scheduled to take place at Gillette and at Laramie.
Indoor Track and Field meets this weekend are scheduled to take place at Gillette, and Laramie.


text: Pediatric Surgery locum tenens jobs in Rhode Island are constantly in demand in a seemingly always underserved healthcare system. Enjoy your Pediatric Surgery assignment in the beautiful state of Rhode Island. To get started, just simply browse below. Apply today, and pack your bags for your exciting next Pediatric Surgery job tomorrow. Why wait? Locum Jobs Online is your #1 source for landing your dream assignment.


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Rod Rosenstein refused to answer questions during the hearings before the House Intelligence Committee this week. Not only that, he doesn’t intend to give Congress some or all of the information they requested and require to complete their investigation.
Congress has oversight of the DoJ and FBI. These agencies have no right to withhold information they need.
Everyone is waiting for the Inspector General’s report which should be completed by March. The IG is considered honorable but he works for the agency he is investigating. That’s why we need Congress to look into what appears to be corrupt activities.
After saying he is controlling the Mueller investigation and what he is allowed to look into. One of the questions, Rosenstein wouldn’t answer was the one about Trump’s financial empire. He said that shouldn’t be interpreted as a yes or a no, but why not answer it?
We have to wait until March? Sessions will allow the report to be released? I think this is another stall. Rosenstein was defiant of the legislature.

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KyLin TV uses IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) technology to bring Chinese content from China through the internet to your television. No computer required but does require broadband service.
KyLin TV Basic Package Starts from $16.99 and includes the most popular broadcast channels from China and Hong Kong.
The KyLinTV Basic package includes: KyLinTV Guide, CCTV-9, Sino TV, Kunlun, Yangtse, Sun TV, SinoVision, Variety, Oriental Education, Trading Day, CCTV-E, MASTV, Leisure Channel, Kids Channel, KyLinTV Live, Hakka TV, Asia Travel, Jia Yu, Sino TV 2, Dimo TV, Sky Link TV, Macau Lotus, IAVC, CCETV, Chinese Language & Culture Channel and Zhonghe TV.
If you’re a Direct TV customer, you can order JadeWorld package which includes 3 Cantonese channels and 2 Mandarin Channels or the MadarinDirect III which includes 5 Mandarin channels.
If you’re a Dish Network customer, you can order Great Wall TV package which includes 19 Chinese channels.


text: In a landmark decision after a long history, The American Forest Resource Council (AFRC)’s legal team, working with the Forest Service, obtained a victory on the Frog Project in Southern California. In September of 2017, Judge Anthony Ishii of the Eastern District of California issued an order permitting the Frog Project to proceed. The Ninth Circuit affirmed the district court’s favorable opinion on Friday, May 18th. AFRC member Sierra Forest Products purchased the contract on the project – in 2001 – and intervened in the lawsuit.


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LEXINGTON, Ky. — As fall begins, livestock producers should remember that the increasing chance of frost raises the risk some forages have of causing cyanide poisoning in ruminants. Specialists with the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture warn that warm-season annual forages, such as sudangrass, johnsongrass, sorghum and sorghum-sudangrass hybrids, have the potential to cause cyanide poisoning, especially when grazed by ruminants at an early growth stage or immediately after a non-killing frost. A non-killing frost can occur when temperatures are around 40 degrees and usually affects valleys and low-lying areas first.
"These summer annual forages are high-yielding and high-quality forages, said Ray Smith, UK extension forage specialist. "The potential for toxicity problems is low when these forages are carefully managed." Cyanide poisoning should not be confused with nitrate poisoning. Drought and heat can cause nitrate levels in forages to rise, especially in the lower third of the plant. "Cyanide poisoning can be a problem anytime of the year when these forages are grazed in young growth stages," said Garry Lacefield, UK extension forage specialist. "In a year like we are experiencing, being knowledgeable of this disorder will help us not make a bad situation worse."
These warm-season annuals contain compounds capable of creating cyanide in their outer cells. Inside their leaf tissues are the enzymes needed to convert the compounds to cyanide poison. Stressful events on the plants, including cutting, chewing, frost or drought, cause the cells to rupture and the conversion to occur. "Ruminants also have microbial flora in the rumen capable of converting the cyanogenic compounds in the plant into cyanide," said Cynthia Gaskill, toxicologist with the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. "The toxic gas goes to the bloodstream and blocks a necessary step in the release of oxygen from red blood cells. The animal essentially dies from lack of oxygen."
Signs of cyanide poisoning can appear within a few minutes to a few hours after an animal has consumed these forages. Symptoms include rapid, difficult breathing, frothing at the mouth, muscle tremors, staggering and collapse, but many times, animals are found dead because it can happen fast. To prevent cyanide poisoning, UK forage specialists recommend producers only let their animals graze warm-season annuals when they are at least 18 inches tall. Do not graze the forages when they have young tillers, when frost is likely and during droughts when plant growth is severely reduced. Wait at least one week after a rainfall event and two weeks after a non-killing frost before turning the animals onto pastures containing these forages. Producers should allow at least 72 hours before baling these forages to give the cyanide enough time to dissipate. Those chopping the forages for silage should delay feeding it to their animals for six to eight weeks after ensiling. Questions about testing forages for cyanide should be directed to the local office of the UK Cooperative Extension Service.


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Friends Provident, the UK life assurer, is reviewing its 3m brand, advertising and media accounts in an overhaul of its marketing roster. The move accompanies merger talks with rival Resolution to create an 8bn life assurer, amid growing speculation that Friends could itself be the subject of a rival bid.
Friends Provident, the UK life assurer, is reviewing its £3m brand, advertising and media accounts in an overhaul of its marketing roster. The move accompanies merger talks with rival Resolution to create an £8bn life assurer, amid growing speculation that Friends could itself be the subject of a rival bid.
The review is being led by head of strategy and communications Grant Joffe, who joined Friends from BP in March 2007. A new roster is due to be in place by the end of October.
A spokeswoman says: “Following on from a successful ‘brand refresh’ in 2005, the time is now right to consider how developing needs and future aspirations are best met by agency partners.” Grand Union picked up the integrated advertising brief ahead of the refresh in June 2005, following a four-way pitch. It was tasked with developing Friends’ first brand-building campaign, using press, online and events.
There has been no incumbent on the account, although M&C Saatchi and McCann Erickson have previously worked on the business.
Historically, the group has not been a high-profile advertiser, focusing its spend on individual products, rather than building a high brand profile.
Media is handled by Adventis Coltman, part of the Adventis group. However, the assurer is understood to have at least a dozen roster agencies, and is considering consolidating much of the business into a “core” roster.
In May last year, Friends extended its sponsorship of English Test match cricket grounds in a deal worth £1m a year. It allows it to brand perimeter board advertising and sightscreens, and runs until the conclusion of the Ashes series in 2009.
Friends has been regarded as a potential bid target since demutualising in 2001. French insurer Axa and Standard Life are both rumoured to be considering making a bid.


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The Mini Bouq'rond is a great 2-in-1 semi-automatic machine to create up to 200 flower bouquets with a water reserve per hour. It is a compact, robust and easy-to-use machine, that will save your time and be of great help during production peaks.
Step 1: Lay down a rubber band on the crotches and they will automatically spread it.
Every 20 to 30 seconds - depending on the volume of water you want to fill in your bouquet - you will create a standardized stable bouquet with enough water to last days. The Mini Bouq' Rond can be used with any kind of flower food dispenser (Chrysal dosing unit, Dosatron...).


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Our Employment Preparation Programmes are funded by the Ministry of Social Development, with the primary objective to equip participants with work-ready skills and help them find paid employment. Currently, our Employment Preparation Programmes focus solely on the contact centre industry, to prepare clients for contact centre roles within specific organisations.
This programme is for Wellington region Work and Income clients who want to work in a contact centre and who have an obligation to undertake full-time or part-time employment; or an obligation to prepare for, or be available for, work.
The Employment Placement Programme is available at our Thorndon Quay (Wellington) site.
Our contact centre courses run for 3-4 weeks, unless you get a job sooner.
This programme is fees free – we’ll also provide free breakfast and cover your travel costs!
After completing the course, if you haven’t gained employment in the contact centre the course was focussed on, you will still have gained the skills and confidence you need to help you find employment elsewhere. We will also continue to help you and present you with other opportunities as they arise.


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It hurts to the bone while watching some driver with poor driving skills damages a car as beautiful as that 1970 Dodge Charger is. First, the burnout he performed was horrible and contempt about this iconic muscle car!
And second, his poor control over the steer leaded to crash in the sidewall and damaging the front end of the car. The damage is not big and we believe that they already fixed it up, but it just hurts watching how idiots are driving cool cars like the 70 Dodge Charger and ruining them.


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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un must be eliminated if North Korea’s threat to global security is to be resolved, an expert here said Wednesday.
“Half of the reason behind the current crisis is because of Kim Jong-un’s explosive temper,” said Nam Sung-wook, a professor at Korea University’s department of unification and diplomacy and ex-South Korean spy agency official, during a Liberty Korea Party security meeting Wednesday.
“The problem will not be resolved unless Kim Jong-un is eliminated,” he said.
Nam formerly headed the Institute for National Security Strategy under Seoul’s National Intelligence Service.
In Wednesday’s meeting, Nam revealed what he had learned about Kim during his years at the spy agency, to support his claim.
When he was studying in Bern, Switzerland, at around the age of 15, “Kim had a girlfriend who was a year older than him,” Nam said about the leader of the reclusive regime.
Based on this and other anecdotes, Nam said he was able to draw some clues about Kim Jong-un’s personality despite his meager public exposure back then.
“(Even then) I thought that he had extremely rough manners and characteristics -- that he was definitely going to complicate things when he comes to power,” added Nam.
Nam stressed that although it is crucial not to cultivate fear against the current North Korean leader, Kim must not be underestimated and assessed in a simple manner. He was referring to the South Korean media’s approach toward Kim when he ascended to the head of North Korea in 2011.
The expert also pointed out that Kim Jong-un likes to demonstrate his power and his position more publically compared to his late father and former North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, which could be why he released photos that showed him signing orders for the latest nuclear test.
According to Nam, Kim Jong-un was tapped by his father to lead North Korea after Kim Jong-il suffered a stroke in August 2008. He was chosen, despite being the late North Korean leader’s youngest offspring, because the eldest Kim Jong-nam had spent most of his life overseas. Kim Jong-il also ruled out his middle child Kim Jong-chul, who reportedly suffers from hormone imbalance. Kim Jong-nam was killed in Malaysia earlier this year in what appears to be an assassination organized by North Korean agents.


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A master reset reverts the device settings back to their factory defaults. It will permanently erase all personal data, and content such as pictures, ringtones and apps that are saved to the device. Data stored on a Micro SD card will not be erased. It is recommended that you save (backup) important data to your SIM, SD card, or a computer before proceeding.
1. If you can use your phone then you can perform the hard reset in an easier way.
2. All you have to do is to tap on the “menu” icon.
4. Select “general” and pick “backup and factory reset”.
5. Then choose “factory reset”, agree and complete the hard reset operation.
1. Take your phone and turn it off – just press power button and select “power off”.
2. Wait while your device is shutting down.
3. Then, press volume down button and power button together until the LG logo appears on the screen.
4. When the LG logo is displayed, let go of the power button, keep pressing the volume down key and then press once more the power button.
5. Once you do that, on your LG G2 the factory reset menu will be displayed.
6. Press power button in order to agree and wait while the hard reset is being completed.


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MICHAEL A. COGNETTI rejoined the Philadelphia office in 2006 after residing in our Media and West Chester Regional Offices. A partner with the insurance defense group, Mr. Cognetti’s practice spans the five counties of Southeastern Pennsylvania through Northeastern Pennsylvania. He represents governmental entities, financial institutions, and insurance companies in litigation and alternative dispute resolution forums. He has handled and tried cases in many of Pennsylvania’s sixty-seven counties and has served as trial counsel in over one hundred jury, non-jury and arbitration matters.
Mr. Cognetti is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Chester County, Montgomery County, and Delaware County Bar Associations. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Defense Institute. Mr. Cognetti has been on the Disciplinary Board for the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania’s hearing committee since 2003. He serves as a neutral arbitrator and as a Judge Pro Tempore for the Court of Common Pleas in Philadelphia.
Mr. Cognetti has published on the topic of motor vehicle law, including motor vehicle and bad faith issues, by the PDI and PA UM/UIM for Chester and Montgomery Counties. He has also had the opportunity to lecture on these topics first as an Instructor with Defense Update and again as a Seminar Instructor to Temple Law Alumni and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.
Mr. Cognetti was born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He received his B.S. in Accounting from St. Joseph’s University and his J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law. At Duquesne, he was President of the Bar Association and received the Pennsylvania Lawyers’ Auxiliary Scholarship for overall contribution to the school.
1989 Duquesne University School of Law Pittsburgh, PA J.D.

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Our 18ct Rose Gold Rose Gold Radiant Cut Engagement Rings collection ranges from classic styles to those created to turn heads. With customisation options on all rings, and 0% Finance on all Engagement Rings, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect Engagement Ring.
18ct Rose Gold Engagement Rings are extremely popular Engagement Ring metals, thanks to the beautiful colour of the Rose Gold Engagement Ring and the quality of the gold. When combined with the Radiant Cut Diamond, these Engagement Rings are truly beautiful.
Perfect for the bride that wants the ring to be the centre of attention, all diamonds used in our 18t Rose Gold Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Rings are ethically sourced and crafted with the 4Cs (Cut, Colour, Clarity & Carat) in mind, in order to create a truly beautiful ring.


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A joint service of remembrance and reflection is being held on Sunday 27th November, ‘Living with loss at Christmas’, at 6pm.
Please join us tomorrow for a short Service of Remembrance at the War Memorial in Canonbie at 10.45am followed by a service in the Church at 11.30am.
There was a meeting on Thursday 3rd November at Liddesdale Parish Church, of both congregations and the Transition Support Group, along with various members of the local Presbytery. It was extremely well attended, in fact over 100 people turned up!
Come along this Saturday, 12th November at 6.30pm.
Admission is free, tea & coffee will be available.
Bring and share supper, and if you fancy it, beer & wine.


text: Starting kindergarten is an important milestone in the lives of both you and your child. Decisions about where your child goes to school are very personal and can be difficult. It's common and normal for parents to feel anxious about getting this decision right. After all most children spend 2500 days of their life in school, so it is important to choose the right one. 'Is my child ready for school?' is a question asked by many parents. Your child is eligible to start school at Hills Adventist College if they have turned five by 31 March of the year they are to commence. This section of our website is designed to help answer the questions that you may have as you prepare your child for their first year of school.


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I don’t often have occasion to wear smart shoes and consequently I’ve managed to keep my last pair going for about 20 years (in fact they are my old school shoes). I’m not sure at what point in my school career I graduated to these shoes from my previous, smaller pairs, but I’m sure I had them for at least a year or two in which they got worn every day during term time. Since then they’ve had much more limited use, but have stood me well for events such as weddings and funerals (fortunately not too many of the latter) as well as gigs where I have to dress a bit smarter than usual (fortunately not too many of those, as it often involves having to iron a shirt too). They were also my stage footwear for my recent performance in Iolanthe.
Sadly, however, after the gig I was playing tonight (technically last night, as it’s now just about Sunday morning) the sole of one of my shoes decided to fall off. It possibly could be glued back on but since both the soles and uppers are wearing out somewhat, it’s probably time to lay these faithful old shoes to rest and invest in a new pair. Given that I’m unlikely to be giving them the daily wear that my school shoes got in their first couple of years, hopefully my new shoes will last at least 20 years too.
I have recently been enjoying the opportunity afforded by modern technology to play board games at a distance, in two ways.
The first, which I might write about sometime soon, is using a gaming website called yourturnmyturn.com to play a variety of games mostly against random people I don’t know (although one of the random people I play against is my friend Andy, who introduced me to the site).
The other, which I’m concentrating on in this post, is using a Java-based gaming engine called Vassal, which provides a virtual gameboard for a number of games (loaded as modules) and supports realtime play via a server or P2P network or play by email.
So far I’ve been using Vassal exclusively to play one game – Small World (I won’t go into the details of the game, as you can read all about it on Wikipedia). This is a game that my brother, Wulf, recently discovered IRL and thought would work for online play. While he was investigating how to make that happen, he came across Vassal and so invited me to join him in a game.
After our first 2-player game we recruited our friend Phil to join us for a 3-player game, as it seems to work better with at least 3 players (although the 2-player version is still quite enjoyable). We have now just completed our second game and are about to start on a third, as well as inviting a couple of other players (including the aforementioned Andy, who is Phil’s brother) to join us for another (as far as I can remember, 5 players is the maximum).
One of the things that makes the game enjoyable, and highly replayable, is the way that the different race/power combinations (which are selected randomly as the game progresses, although you do have the choice to skip over races in the queue (at a cost of some victory points) in order to get preferable combinations) have quite different strengths and weaknesses and invite quite different tactics to make them work at their best. The fact that the game is time limited (10 turns, at least in the 2 & 3 player versions) is also good, as it prevents individual games from dragging on for too long.
I anticipate many more good games of Small World, both using Vassal and (hopefully, one day) IRL.
PS in case you were wondering, Byd Bach is Welsh for Small World.
The other day I gave myself a treat and reread one of my favourite volumes of poetry: Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. I can’t remember when I first read this and I’ve lost track of the number of times I’ve read it (certainly well into double figures by now) but it always gives me great pleasure to return to it. As with all good poetry, I think it works best when read aloud so that you can enjoy the sounds of the language.
I would struggle to choose my absolute favourite from among these poems, but there are several I’m particularly fond of. One of these is “The Old Gumbie Cat”. I particularly like this one because of the masterful way that Eliot uses a mixture of two different meters to signal changes in pace within the poem.
She sits and sits and sits and sits – and that’s what makes a Gumbie Cat.
In these first two lines from stanza two, the very first syllable of the first line is unstressed as are the first two of the second line (which effectively complete the final dactyl from the previous line). The combination of shorter lines (roughly twelve syllables instead of 16) and the dactylic stress pattern give a much greater sense of movement which reinforces the description of the Gumbie Cat’s nocturnal busyness.
This is a dactyl and this is a spondee; here is another.
Apart from the final foot, which is always a spondee, there is more-or-less complete flexibility about which feet are dactyls and which are spondees, which allows for quite considerable variation of the rhythm within the confines of dactylic hexameter. I’m not sure whether it’s required to have at least one dactyl in the line or whether a line consisting solely of spondees would be allowed. So far the most spondees I’ve seen in a single line of Homer is 5 (which happens as early as Iliad 1:3).
One of my favourite things about my local supermarket is that they often have cheese on sale at reduced prices to clear when it is approaching its sell-by date (when they are no longer legally allowed to sell it at any price). This means that you can often pick up interesting cheeses substantially cheaper than they would normally be and when they are getting closer to the state of optimum readiness for eating (which is usually sometime after the sell-by date, at least for things like brie).
The most recent cheese I picked up in this manner is one that I’ve had before once or twice and which, despite my initial scepticism, is a cheese I very much enjoy. Bowland is a Lancashire cheese with added raisins, apple and cinnamon. It tastes remarkably (or perhaps not that remarkable, given the ingredients) like fruitcake and, since cheese and fruitcake is a well-established pairing, it works very well.
This is a cheese I usually enjoy on its own, in fairly small quantities (I’ve managed to make my existing piece last about a week, which is quite good going for me and cheese). I did try a small amount with some cider, on the assumption that the apples in the cheese would complement the apples in the cider (and given that cheese (of the Lancashire/Cheddar variety, at least) and apple is another well-established pairing) and ought to work quite well. Unfortunately I’d overlooked the fact that Bowland is quite a sweet cheese and my homebrew cider is very much at the scrumpy end of the cider spectrum, therefore this particular pairing was not a match made in heaven (my homebrew might work quite nicely with a good mature Cheddar, while Bowland could probably be washed down with a fairly sweet cider, but they certainly don’t go well together).
It occurred to me after my last bike-related posted that I hadn’t given any updates on the previous bike situation, in which my mountain bike was down for some fairly serious repairs and I was waiting to get my old road bike back.
It took a while to get all the parts I needed to fix my bike. Eventually I gave it a new bottom bracket, crankset and rear wheel (the latter obtained from Recycle Cycle Cymru for £10 and the others purchased new), as well as replacing the gear and brake cables, brake pads and chain and giving the rear derailleur a thorough clean.
Changing both the chainrings (as part of the crankset) and the rear cogs (with the wheel) meant getting a whole new set of gear ratios, as the new components were different sizes to the old ones. In general it seems that the gearing is slightly higher now than it was (although having changed my tyres at more or less the same time makes it hard to tell as the width of the tyres also made quite a big difference – in fact since changing to thinner tyres after first drafting this post, I’m inclined to suspect that the fatter tyres had a lot more to do with the increased cycling difficulty than any change in the gear ratios). At some point I should probably try to dig out (or reconstruct) the gearing chart I once prepared for the original chainring/cog combinations and do a similar one for the new gears.
While waiting to get these repairs completed, I got my old bike, a Motobecane touring bike probably dating from the late 1970s (as the company went bust in about 1980), back from the friend I’d given it to (in whose shed it was sitting unused much as it had in mine). When I first got it back my other bike was still in pieces, so I spent an evening working on this one to get it into working order so that I could avoid walking to work the next morning. Most of that work consisted in adjusting the mudguards so they didn’t rub on the wheels. I noticed that the tyres were looking a bit perished but decided they would do at least for a few weeks.
The bike performed reasonably well on my way into work, but when I was coming home I heard some ominous squeaking sounds from the rear wheel area. On stopping to investigate I discovered that the retaining nut for the rear brake assembly was missing. I’ve no idea whether it had fallen off while I was cycling or if it was already missing, as that’s one bit of the bike I didn’t check carefully (having ascertained that the brake itself was working). I rode very carefully the rest of the way home and then took a trip (on foot) to my local hardware shop to get a replacement bolt (fortunately it’s a standard metric size) before riding again.
My next ride on that bike was on a Sunday afternoon and was designed to be a short circular route along some country lanes near my house. I say “designed to be” because my front tyre (or at least the inner tube) exploded when I was about halfway round. On inspection, it appeared that the sidewall of the outer tyre had given way, causing the inner tube to get caught between the tyre and the rim and leading to its swift, explosive demise. I did have a spare tube on me, but with the outer tyre wall so broken I had to push the bike home (probably only about a mile or so, but still a lot harder work than cycling it) and then order a new pair of tyres.
By the time my new tyres, Schwalbe Marathons like I (later) put on my mountain bike, arrived I had got the other bike working again so there was less pressure to get the road bike back on the road. When I did get round to putting the tyres on I managed to cycle about 10 yards before the new front inner tube exploded. This time, I think it was because I didn’t take due care to ensure the inner tube wasn’t trapped under the edge of the outer tyre. Naturally, that had been my only spare inner tube of a suitable size, so I then had to wait several more days to get another one.
I fitted the new tube and got the tyres both pumped up a couple of weeks back, and have taken the bike out for a couple of tentative spins down the road (mostly to the postbox and back) without the tyres blowing up. This afternoon, I made another attempt at doing my previous circular ride and was pleased to be able to get home in one piece.
I think I’ll probably stick with using the mountain bike for most purposes, not least because I find it has a somewhat more comfortable riding position. However, it’s useful to know that I have another bike I can fall back on if I need to take that one off the road for a while for maintenance. I’ll probably try to use the road bike from time to time as well, to ensure that it stays in good working order and feels loved.
I’ve been continuing to use the last.fm radio facilities for a fairly high proportion of my listening recently and it continues to turn up occasional gems.
This morning I was listening to The Be Good Tanyas artist radio, which plays music from artists deemed to be similar to this band. I’m not sure how they go about determining similarity, but in this case the stuff that’s being played seemed to fit quite well together (unlike some artist radios I’ve tried, which come up with very random mixes of supposedly similar artists).
Anyway, one of the tracks that the radio played this morning was “Mad Tom of Bedlam” by Jolie Holland. She was, I gather, one of the founding members of the Tanyas and continues to appear as a guest with them on a fairly regular basis. This particular track is an old English folk ballad (though not an Old English one!) that I first heard on a Steeleye Span album in what sounds like a fairly traditional rendition (as far as I can remember it had a different name, though it was definitely the same song). Jolie Holland has given the song a jazz twist, treating the tune quite freely and giving it a swing rhythm with drum kit accompaniment. To my ear, this is an excellent fusion of folk and jazz.
The track is from her first studio album, Escondida (which sounds a bit like a medical condition, although it’s actually Spanish for “hidden”). I had previously listened to most of the album, which is available on Spotify, but I couldn’t remember it particularly well so I had another listen to it this morning. The whole album is slightly jazz-tinged, although “Mad Tom” appears to be the most jazzy arrangement on there. It’s definitely worth a listen if you get the chance.
The other day, while I was searching for a completely different Google Chrome extension, I came across an interesting one called Language Immersion for Chrome, which had the intriguing strapline “learn a new language while you browse the web”.
It describes itself as “an experimental extension that aims to simulate the experience of being immersed in a foreign language” and is powered by Google Translate. It works by translating certain words and phrases on any webpage into the target language of your choice (any of the 60 or so supported by Google Translate), substituting the translated phrase for the original on the page (it highlights the translated bits so you can spot them more easily) . For instance, if you had la langue set to French vous pouvez see something comme this. The context of the surrounding words in a language you can speak (I’m not sure if it only works for pages in English or for other source languages) enables you to grasp the meaning and the repeated exposure helps to cement the word in your head. I think it is supposed to mimic, to some extent, the way that children naturally acquire language more-or-less by osmosis rather than sitting down to memorise long vocabulary lists.
The tool offers a couple of extra features, which are selectable as options. One is the ability to click on a highlighted/translated phrase to revert it to the original language, enabling you to check your understanding; this feature is reversible, so you can click again to get the translated version back. The other facility is the ability to hover over the phrase and hear an audio clip of it being spoken, handy if you want to work on your pronunciation. Also, the tool enables you to specify your fluency level in the target language (on a sliding scale from “novice” to “fluent”), which alters the proportion of the page to be translated and possibly also the choice of the words translated (though I assume the words are selected pretty much at random and if it can’t find a translation for a particular word or phrase it picks another one nearby and tries again; I doubt it maintains lists of approved phrases to translate for each language and level).
So far that sounds like a pretty useful tool. Unfortunately there are a couple of reasons why it didn’t work altogether smoothly and why, in consequence, I’ve removed it from my browser at least for now. It takes a while to load the translations and the audio feature only seems to be available for certain languages and can be quite slow to kick in even with those ones. There is also, of course, the problem of the inherent inaccuracy of a machine translation in the first place. I spotted plenty of mistakes when I tried the tool using Welsh (which I speak quite fluently) and French (rusty but passable) so I’m sure there are also lots of mistranslations in the other languages.
To some extent those problems may get alleviated, although probably never solved entirely (especially the machine translation issue) as the software (both the extension and the GT backend) continues to be developed. However, I don’t know whether I will use it again in any case. I’m not sure of the pedagogic value of inserting random phrases from another language into a stream of text; it may be quite handy for reviewing and extending vocabulary but doesn’t necessarily offer any great benefits over more traditional tools like flashcards, and it doesn’t show you how to actually use the words idiomatically in the target language.
I think I’m more likely to get benefit from continuing to look at websites in the languages I’m trying to learn (when available – there aren’t that many written in ancient Greek!). Google Translate can be quite a handy tool for checking understanding of specific words and phrases with this approach, especially as there are several browser extensions available that let you select some text and get a translation immediately; however, I generally prefer to try and read to get a general idea of the gist of a passage without getting too bogged down in the details of individual words. As with the language immersion extension, the surrounding text often helps you to get an understanding of an unfamiliar word, but if the surrounding text is also in the target language that gives you a much better feel of how the word fits in context.
I suppose it may be interesting to start trying to learn a more-or-less completely unfamiliar language (for which trying to read a website entirely in that language may be too much) with the immersion tool and then switch to (or at least supplement with) websites in the target language once I begin to acquire sufficient vocabulary. This might be helpful as part of an attempt to learn a language but I suspect that it would work better in conjunction with other language-learning tools than trying to use it on its own.

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California’s continuing drought underscores the severity of the State’s water supply defects. While in one respect all water supply problems are local, the expanding role of water transfers and development of new sources of supply create a common thread linking all water purveyors, and highlights the growing need for recycled water supplies and expanded water reuse systems. Among the challenges of an expanding role for recycled water is how to appropriately price it, particularly in light of on-going court decisions that have raised questions about new restrictions on pricing alternatives.
This paper is intended to provide a brief discussion and general guidance on pricing principles and mechanisms that water agencies may want to consider when establishing rates for recycled water customers.

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Diabetic eye disease refers to a group of eye problems that people with diabetes may develop. All these conditions can cause severe vision loss or even blindness.
Cataract: clouding of the eye's lens. Cataracts develop at an earlier age in people with diabetes.
Glaucoma: increase in fluid pressure inside the eye that leads to optic nerve damage and loss of vision. A person with diabetes is nearly twice as likely to get glaucoma as other adults.
Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness in American adults. It is caused by changes in the blood vessels of the retina. In some people with diabetic retinopathy, retinal blood vessels may swell and leak fluid. In other people, abnormal new blood vessels grow on the surface of the retina. These changes may result in vision loss that can culminate in blindness.
Anyone with diabetes can develop diabetic retinopathy. The longer someone has diabetes, the more likely he or she will get diabetic retinopathy. Between 40-45 percent of diabetics have some degree of diabetic retinopathy. If you have diabetes, you should have a dilated eye exam at least once a year by your ophthalmologist.
Often there are no symptoms in the early stages of the disease. Vision may not change until the disease becomes very advanced. Blurred vision may occur when the macula - the part of the retina that provides sharp, central vision - swells from the leaking fluid. This condition is called macular edema. If new vessels have grown on the surface of the retina, they can bleed into the eye, blocking vision or causing abrupt onset floaters. Even in advanced cases, the disease may progress a long way without symptoms. It is therefore essential for every diabetic to have at least an annual dilated screening examination.
Yes. Laser surgery and appropriate follow-up care can reduce the risk of blindness by 90 percent. However, laser surgery often cannot restore vision that has already been lost. Therefore, finding diabetic retinopathy early is the best way to prevent vision loss. In some cases, steroid injections are also used to reduce swelling in the macula.
Not totally, but your risk can be greatly reduced. The Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT) showed that better control of blood sugar level slows the onset and progression of retinopathy and lessens the need for medical and surgical interventions.
Finding and treating the disease early, before it causes vision loss or blindness, is the best way to control diabetic eye disease. So, if you have diabetes, make sure you get a dilated eye examination at least once a year. You must also control you blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight, as good cardiovascular health also benefits your eyes.


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Robin Cooper, Ph.D., brings to her work in DCRS respect and appreciation for personal and professional cultural differences; a focus on solution-oriented collaboration; and a commitment to community-building across campus and with the larger community. Her numerous publications and conference presentations reflect her strong research interests in identity-based conflict, cross-cultural conflict resolution, collaborative practices in organizational contexts, qualitative research, and student learning. She has conducted research among Cuban, Haitian, and Guatemalan communities in South Florida and research exploring the impact of changing demographics in Broward County, research on the experience of Medical Foster Parents in South Florida and on interprofessional collaboration in the health professions, as well as research on engaging community stakeholders in water management decision-making at the community level. She is Co-Editor of the Peace Education Book Series for Information Age Press, Senior Editor of The Qualitative Report, Associate Editor of Forum: Qualitative Social Research, and an Associate of the Taos Institute, a community of scholars whose practice reflects the principles of social constructionism.
Dr. Cooper has been teaching in higher education since 2008, teaching courses in conflict resolution, culture and conflict, social and behavioral sciences, interprofessional leadership, and qualitative research. In addition to teaching, she has participated in program and curriculum development, assessment, and revision, as well as pedagogical research on student learning. She is committed to student-centered education and a culture of research at DCRS.


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TOPEKA — A patrol lieutenant was concerned about a potential counterprotest in refusing to allow people conducting a rally last week against Gov. Sam Brownback to bring flagpoles onto Statehouse grounds, the head of the Kansas Highway Patrol's Capitol Police said.
The Kansas Equality Commission said it's not fair that its members were told they couldn't carry mounted flags at their rally Friday, when other groups had been allowed to carry mounted flags and signs at their rallies. KEC chairman Thomas Witt became angry Friday when told about the flagpole issue and demanded to be shown the law that prohibited flagpoles.
Capitol Police Capt. Marc McCune said his officers have the authority to keep people from bringing the flagpoles onto Capitol grounds if they think they may present a danger.
Members of Topeka's Westboro Baptist Church held their own rally across the street in front of the state judicial building while the KEC held its rally, and that was a factor in the decision, McCune said. Westboro Baptist is known for its anti-gay demonstrations across the country, and McCune said the officer in charge thought the situation warranted extra precautions.


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Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Mommas out there!!
Here’s a special shout out to a few of the MOST SPECIAL Moms out there!
One of the reasons my mom is special is because she is such a giving person! She has blessed my little family in more ways than I could even list. She is constantly giving and serving us in so many ways. Growing up with her as my mom was always a blast!!! We have so many wonderful memories together, from dance parties, karaoke nights, Starbucks trips, and movie nights to hilarious road trips, horse shows and lots of shopping sprees. It has been such a sweet year watching her become a grandmother and seeing her in a whole new way. She is such a loving Nana and it’s so much fun watching her and Harper play. Becoming a mother has opened my eyes to how much time and energy she has spent caring for me my whole life. Motherhood is HARD WORK and I am so thankful for all the hours she put in, as my momma. Mom, thank you for being such a great, giving mom and sweet Nana. Harper so blessed to have you. I love you Mom and I am soooooooooooo very thankful for you.
I love you mom! I hope you have an awesome mothers day for an awesome mom!!! Thank you for everything you have done for me and thanks for helping me with all my school work although it doesn’t seem like I care but I do! I love you.
Thank you for being there for me whenever I need you. You are the best mommy a girl could ask for! I like going to the mall with you and out to dinner and I like hanging out with you all the time. Thank you for all you do for me. Happy Mother’s Day!
Momma, You are so special to me. When I think of you, I smell Smoky Mountain air; I see elegant lavender stalks; I hear your vivacious laughter; I taste heritage comfort food of cabbage and potatoes; I feel the safety and warmth of being snuggled up in “the nest” with Lucian and Virginia. Thank you for helping to fill my life with so many beautiful memories. Thank you for always supporting my dreams and goals. You fill my life with so much joy and beauty. I am so grateful that you are my mom and “I will love you forever, I’ll like you for always. As long as I’m living, my mommy you’ll be”.
I love my mom. She is the backbone of our family. She has demonstrated sacrificial love for me time and time again. When I was younger, she drove me to Orlando twice a week for dance classes. When I procrastinated on a homework assignment, she would help me get it done. She helped me carry my furniture up stairs when I moved to St. Augustine. She made homemade fudge for our wedding favors, and stayed with us for two weeks to help out after Amelia was born. She is such a sweet, kind, compassionate, and thoughtful person. She works so hard to make sure everyone is well taken care of and never complains. My mom has always let me be me. We are quite different, but that is such a gift to have. She never tells me I need to do things a certain way; she gently gives advice. I know that I am confident and independent because of her. She is always my biggest supporter. After every dance performance I would ask her what her favorite piece was and she would always say, “the one you were in of course.” Some of my favorite family memories are celebrating birthdays and holidays. My mom is usually somewhat reserved, but when the family gets together, we can get a little rowdy. I love when my mom starts dancing and laughing and clapping. What she lacks in rhythm she makes up for in enthusiasm. She says everything with a slight twain because she is a native West Virginian. Instead of paying a bill, she pays a ‘beel.’ This woman loves her some chocolate! She eats very healthily, but she will not pass up chocolate. She never wears makeup, jewelry and she has never dyed her hair. Yet she has a beauty beyond what those things offer. Last year we celebrated her 60th birthday by going on a cruise as a family. That is a memory I will always treasure. We ate dinner together each night and spent quality time together on a Mexican beach. (Pictured) Like most moms, she can be a worrier, but she has always stayed closed to God and prayed for our family. Now she is also a wonderful ‘Grammy’ to my daughter Amelia. I am thankful to God for my sweet mother!
Mrs. Gray (my mom) has been an excellent mother and role model for me.
– forgiving all my mistakes ….
Of course, her latest and greatest was opening her heart and home to my almost-husband Max. At first, I didn’t know what to expect but she has embraced him as the son she never had (I’m an only child) and made him feel very special. My mom is awesome and even though I will change my name in a month, I’ll always be her little girl.
My mom is someone who can make any one smile and is always willing to do for others way more than she will ever do for herself! My mom is so sweet and thoughtful and I am so thankful to not only have such a wonderful mom but also a wonderful friend in her! Since I will be becoming a mommy in a couple of months I can only pray that I am as comforting, loving, nurturing, and as patient as she is! I also can not wait to watch her become a Grammy! My son will be one spoiled and loved boy from my mom and I am so excited for him to experience all the love that she has to give! I am so thankful for my mom and the wonderful inspiration and role model she has always been to me! Happy Mother’s Day Mom!!
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Private lessons are $45 an hour for one student.
Skype offers a great online platform for online tutoring (you just need a webcam/microphone).
Payment is due at the time of the class. I use Square Cash, but checks are accepted as well. Lessons cancelled less than 5 hours in advance will be fully charged.