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Women's magazines are lying to you!
In the run up to Christmas every year, health and fitness magazines go into overdrive with ridiculous headlines such as:
'How to lose two stone in two weeks'
'Get your 21 yr old body back'
'Get little black dress ready in a week'
Obviously these headlines are there to grab your attention to sell magazines. Let me be honest with you: some things just won't be achievable in a narrow time frame as these magazines would have you believe.
If you feel as though you're not in great shape for Christmas party season, then please don't fall for the stories in the glossy, photoshopped pages of health magazines.
These articles are not only false advertising but they can actually be quite damaging to your long-term health and body shape.
Take a look at the front cover of any of health and fitness magazine and inside artwork next time you're at the news stand. They are without fail, decorated with a man or woman in perfect, almost impossible, physical shape. It shouldn't come as a surprise to you that people don't actually look like that when the photograph is taken! These photos have been Photoshopped and the magazines are duping you into believing people actually look that good. It creates a false reality, don't be fooled. Even on Instagram, it's possible to nip and tuck with a finger swipe - so don't be fooled by flawless Instagram girls either.
The thing that frustrates me about these magazines is they offer 'one size fits all' solutions. Take a look back at the headlines I've written above. All of them are ludicrous as it is but they don't make any allowance for people being DIFFERENT. Just as we all look different on the outside, we all function differently on the inside. Just because Jennifer Aniston looks amazing on the cabbage soup diet, doesn't mean that you will too!
Let's assume 'Lose two stone in two weeks' really does work. What then? I'll admit it is possible to lose a significant amount of weight in such a short period of time BUT there is a HUGE difference between weight loss and fat loss. Losing this much weight in such a short period of time often means losing a lot of body water and muscle mass. For a woman, losing muscle mass may sound like a good thing, but the reality is you need this muscle mass to give you shape and keep your metabolism high, without it you're actually setting your body up to store more fat.
This is the reason why diets fail, you follow a massively restrictive diet for two weeks, and in doing so you put your body in a worse place, because your body is now less efficient at burning fat because you have less muscle mass as soon as you return to your normal eating pattern you'll quickly put all of this weight back on and often a little bit more!
You need at least 30 days to make a lasting change. Don't settle for quick fixes - go for long term sustainability.
There are so many mixed messages out there about cardio training. My belief is that it can be good for you but only if performed correctly. The majority of health magazines will recommend 'steady state' cardio in which you perform the relevant exercise for long periods at a very low intensity. Put simply, this type of training doesn't work and who really has 90 minutes per day to find time to exercise?! It's best to go high intensity with your cardio for intervals, or, even better, try weights.
Spot training is targeting very specific areas of your body. Sports scientists are in basic agreement that there is no such thing as spot fat reduction. And yet, these magazines continue to promote training protocols that offer to 'shed to belly fat' 'lose your bingo wings' or 'lose your flabby butt'. Whilst you can strengthen and tone the underlying muscles, your body has a pre-determined order in which it loses body fat, and sadly, you can't play god. A long term plan with full body training and a continued healthy eating plan will always achieve the results that this type of training simply can't.
Far too many diets in magazines are focussed on 'calorie restriction' rather than focussing on reducing inflammation and increasing 'good calories' such as quality proteins carbohydrates and fats. Obviously, you can't just consume as many good calories as you want. But strict, calorie counting, diets have been done to death. They'll leave you feeling tired and worn out and you'll eventually give in to cravings. Eat a diet of real clean food that energises you and follow a progressive training programme in order to change your body shape.
A lot of these magazines suggest their programmes are 'easy': such as 'try these 3 simple steps', 'learn the big secret to losing belly fat'. Nothing is 'easy' if it's worth having. It doesn't have to be crushingly difficult but let's be honest, if you really want to make a change, it will not be easy.
The reason that magazines advertise fad diets is because they sell well. Usually, it's the same old diet with a few simple tweaks here and there - rebranded, perhaps with a celebrity endorsement to gain a few extra sales! Don't believe the hype of a new fad diet.
Be careful when these magazines talk about any kind of quote 'expert', sure: they're called a 'health and fitness expert' but what has this person actually done to get that title? Usually nothing, they just like the idea of getting their name in a magazine! Only trust people that can back up their claims with qualifications and give their real name.
A classic problem is starting a diet in a bubble of motivation and enthusiasm and then the bubble bursts, leaving the individual depleted and feeling like a failure. Most people think that motivation leads to action but it's the other way round. Do one thing first, get motivated by your own mini successes and pretty soon you'll have great momentum towards your goals.
I don't believe in the promises of health and fitness magazines, what I do believe in is steady progress towards your dream physique. If you want to discover a nutrition programme that guarantees results and works for your specific needs in a safe and effective manner whilst really looking after your body - check out the Can DO Plan.
If you want to find out more, you can contact me directly here.
by David
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If you haven't heard already, Broccoli sprouts are *incredible* for your all-round health. I was told about them by an old friend a couple of months ago.
He raved about their benefits, and he was right. This isn't just another cool fitness fad, these are the real deal backed up by a whole library of scientific research.
Just after I take them I always feel an incredible boost of energy, strength and vitality.
I did a bit more research - it turns out that broccoli sprouts are scientifically proven to prevent and fight cancer, detoxify your body, reduce inflammation and super charge your overall health in every other respect. The superfood of all superfoods?
I don't think the amazing benefits are all too common knowledge in the health world (yet) (at least I haven't heard them mentioned once in face to face chats with fitness pros in the UK) so I thought i'd share what I've learned to date in a written guide on the subject, including how to incorporate them into your daily meal or diet plan.
The days of 'bro-science' on the internet are over. I don't support or endorse anything that doesn't have a weighty amount of scientific literature behind it - thats why I am a big fan of time under tension training. Broccoli sprouts are no exception. Here are the papers I read before trying these things and incorporating them into my meal plans with clients:
Broccoli sprouts: An exceptionally rich source of inducers of enzymes that protect against chemical carcinogens
Broccoli Sprouts, cancer prevention and detoxification
Sulforaphane and Other Nutrigenomic Nrf2 Activators: Can the Clinician's Expectation Be Matched by the Reality?
Antioxidant capacity of broccoli sprouts subjected to gastrointestinal digestion
Ready to give them a try?
Here is an update from day 5 of the process (half way!):If you have any questions about broccoli sprouts, please leave them in the comments below and i'll get back to you ASAP!
Cheers to your good health!
In Part 1, I discussed the importance of aligning your job to your life's mission and how the demands of a busy job can send your sleep cycles and caffeine intake spiralling out of control. I also suggested micro actions, 'Do One Thing' actions to take to address these issues.
In part two we move onto addressing sugar intake, alcohol consumption and nutritional deficiencies while holding down a busy job.
Just as it's now common knowledge that weightlifting (even if you're a girl) is amazingly good for you, it's also received wisdom that refined sugar is bad, very bad.
With that being said, everyone's human. We all bend the rules now and again and give in to the box of doughnuts that conveniently appear in the office. Fighting against this and trying to eliminate sugar and carbs in all forms just makes you, well, a little boring and for most people, it's unachievable.
Unless you are on a strict ketogenic or paleo diet for a specific nutritional or health reason, my general recommendation is to plan to have a moderate amount of carbs and naturally occurring sugars, especially if you are in a demanding job.
If you're too idealistic and do not accept that you WILL FAIL and ahead of a busy day, you'll need to refuel properly with at least some carbs, you're much more prone to cheating in a big way at the vending machine which is not good at all.
None of these will come as a surprise to you but my favourite 'good' carb sources are:
What works for some may not for others but the benefit of the above list of 'good' carb options is that they avoid triggering a state of inflammation in the body and causing problems with food allergies in the vast majority of people. Try to avoid pasta, bread and other carb sources containing gluten - they tend to cause problems for a number of my clients, especially if their jobs demand long periods of intense focus.
You should take your carbs in the evening with your evening meal, contrary to popular belief, there is no fat loss downside to eating carbs late in the day. You'll feel strong and alive the next day if you eat properly the night before and it gives you the option to have a relatively light breakfast such as a meal replacement shake (I am currently using this one which I highly recommend and gives me everything I need to start the day) which I find works well for many of my clients. A stodgy breakfast has the potential to slow you down all day as you digest it.
Protein in the morning, through a meal replacement shake or high protein foods such as organic eggs, really suppresses the appetite and dampens sugar cravings for the rest of the day.
Do One Thing Action item:
Aside from the other tips in this section, a good strategy if you regularly find yourself at the vending machine for a hit of sugar is to invest in some mini bars of high cacao dark chocolate and take a stock of these to work with you at the start of each week like these ones. Go for at least 70% cocoa solids. You'll get a sweet tasting hit and it will increase your alertness. If you try to eliminate all sugar as a busy person in a busy job you're setting yourself up for failure!
Do One Thing Action item:
Aside from the other tips in this section, a good strategy if you regularly find yourself at the vending machine for a hit of sugar is to invest in some mini bars of high cacao dark chocolate and take a stock of these to work with you at the start of each week like these ones. Go for at least 70% cocoa solids. You'll get a sweet tasting hit and it will increase your alertness. If you try to eliminate all sugar as a busy person in a busy job you're setting yourself up for failure!
Alcohol is bad for your body and performance in every single respect. But alcohol, like sugar, tends to be very difficult to avoid if you're in the corporate world, especially with obligatory work functions where bottomless champagne and beer are a feature.
Again, I acknowledge that a certain amount of alcohol consumption is inevitable. Punishing yourself with a spartan teetotal existence if you really enjoy a glass of wine a few times a week is actually likely to do more harm than good. It's controversial, but even the occasional binge boozing session can keep you sane and on the straight and narrow during office hours.
I recommend at a minimum you focus on completing a dry January every year, the peer pressure at this time to go out will be vastly reduced and you'll feel like this is quite achievable. Your body will thank you. If you're more committed to this, taking the first three months of the year 'off' the sauce when drinks invites in the corporate world are much more limited will set you up amazingly well for the year ahead.
Do One Thing Action Item
In terms of a quick action to take regarding your alcohol intake, if you currently drink wine or beer, switch to spirits like gin or tequila with a zero cal mixer and fresh lime if you fancy a drink of an evening. If you love the taste of wine, opt for a dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc.
Do One Thing Action Item
In terms of a quick action to take regarding your alcohol intake, if you currently drink wine or beer, switch to spirits like gin or tequila with a zero cal mixer and fresh lime if you fancy a drink of an evening. If you love the taste of wine, opt for a dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc.
A lot of the items on this list are 'difficult to fix' but this one is much simpler to address. There are key nutrients our bodies need to have energy and to stay in shape. If you're feeling run down by your job and tired all the time there might be a wider cause than just 'too much work' or 'tiredness''.
There are a few vitamins to monitor here (don't self medicate, get tested!):
D3, the vitamin you can only get naturally from the sun, is in short supply in your fluorescently-lit corporate building where there is no natural sunlight (especially if you live in the UK with its three days of sunlight a year!). D3 impacts on the expression of hundreds of genes in your body. If you're low, your doctor will recommend supplementation. In general it's a good idea to get out in the sun for as much time as you are able to.
In men, Zinc and Magnesium is critical for testosterone production and whilst women need a lower dose, is also important to regulate their sleep cycles and muscle recovery. Again, you should get tested to establish if you do have a deficiency and if you do, supplementation should be considered. It is a very common deficiency so don't be surprised if you're affected.
B vitamins are key for energy production and a whole load of other health markers. If you feel tired, get tested. Sometimes, if you have a digestive complaint or your diet is not up to scratch, you can suffer from a depletion of vitamin B which can throw you off balance. Go to your doctor and get tested if you feel more than just a little tired after a day of work, if you've got a problem your doctor will prescribe either injections or tablet supplementation to get you feeling right again.
I have a bit of a problem with health and fitness professionals "prescribing" these type of supplements to clients without the medical data to back this up. As I have discussed, a large number of you reading this MAY be deficient in the above nutrients, but please get tested by your GP to make certain.
The truth is, keeping fit and most importantly healthy, whilst tackling the demands of work, life and family is a tough ask. Poor nutrition and sleep deprivation lead to a reliance on caffeine and sugar to pick us up and alcohol and prescription medication to bring us down. Our working environments deprive us of essential nutrients and place additional stress upon our bodies that promote illness not wellness.
The contents of this post and Part 1 describe a world in which we are effectively surviving, but not thriving. An idyllic world without the daily stresses of work and family, where a private chef can accommodate your every nutritional requirement and a live in trainer can sculpt the perfect body are not achievable for most!
However the simple actions outlined above performed consistently can take you away from a survival state and towards a life where you can thrive in all areas!
If you like what you've read so far then stay tuned as I'll introduce you more to my concept of Do One Thing each day to achieve the health and fitness you've always dreamed of.
Introduction; Do One Thing; Your Mission; Caffeine Intake and Sleep Deprivation
Juggling a demanding career and taking proper care of your health can be a real challenge. I have been in situations in my life where starting and running a fledgling business and staying fit and healthy has felt like an uphill battle. Often, this was down to a combination of reasons and not just a single thing I needed to fix.
In my new book, I talk about the early years when I had just started my new business. I am lucky enough to have some great support around me now but in those early days, I was doing everything: I was the personal trainer and the owner; I was also the accountant and the tea boy!!
It wasn't easy and I felt my health suffer with each 'all nighter' I pulled trying to keep all the plates spinning.
The good news is there *are* ways to fix this overwhelming situation. How? Set out below are a number of common problems people have when their job is getting the better of them and their bodies (some of which they may not already be aware of).
The secret to making progress? Do one thing.
At the end of each heading below is a micro action-item that can be completed in under an hour that will improve your health while holding down a busy job or running a business.
I appreciate more than most people that these problems are not easy fixes and can take a very long time; the key is to start small with concrete actions that move you along the curve towards progress. Do one thing in each area and things will improve.
Your Mission
This sounds like a grand topic but I've met hundreds of lawyers, bankers, accountants and other professionals who can no longer, hand on heart, say they enjoy what they are doing. They've lost the passion for their careers that they once had. They drag themselves into the office each day and just seem to have lost their purpose.
The emotional impact of this is not to be underestimated. If you're doing something you're not suited to, or is at odds with your personality, you'll feel like everyday is an uphill struggle. The result? Stress and frustration.
My strong recommendation is to write a list of everything you love doing (in career terms!) and everything you dislike doing. If you're stuck in a job you don't like and have the flexibility to move, find something that will involve more of the things you love.
If for whatever reason you are bound to your current employer, there are usually ways you can tweak your job to do more of what you love and delegate more of what you don't. It's all about pinpointing the source of your stress and frustration (see the action item below) by writing things down.
Do One Thing Action Item
Write a list of things you love doing in your career and a list of things you loathe - writing things down helps enormously and will help you delegate or distance yourself from the things you really dislike doing - a major source of stress. If you're considering a career move, take a side of paper and in one column write down all the benefits of staying in that role and all the benefits of leaving the role - this will really help in making an informed decision.
Write a list of things you love doing in your career and a list of things you loathe - writing things down helps enormously and will help you delegate or distance yourself from the things you really dislike doing - a major source of stress. If you're considering a career move, take a side of paper and in one column write down all the benefits of staying in that role and all the benefits of leaving the role - this will really help in making an informed decision.
Legend has it that London was built on cups of tea. The performance enhancing effects of caffeine are no secret. I personally love a cup of coffee to start the day and I'm sure you've read plenty of press articles promoting coffee as a cancer fighting miracle.
However, a number of people that I have met in demanding roles have far too much caffeine which sends their cortisol/stress levels spiralling out of control. The corporate world is on a constant drip feed of caffeine and, if you abuse it, caffeine can lead to some very undesirable side effects for your body.
Cortisol is the body's stress hormone. Your body produces a certain amount of this naturally, according to its natural rhythm but caffeine gives you an extra spike and provides energy and alertness. If you have too much, though, you'll crash. In the long term this will lead to burnout, throwing your hormones off balance and making you store unwanted body fat. Not good.
Do One Thing Action Item
Impose a total ban on caffeine in all its forms past 2p.m. each day to help you sleep. Ideally limit yourself to two shots of espresso at 10am (your body naturally spikes cortisol first thing in the morning, so it makes more sense to have your cup of coffee after those levels have settled down in the morning).
Impose a total ban on caffeine in all its forms past 2p.m. each day to help you sleep. Ideally limit yourself to two shots of espresso at 10am (your body naturally spikes cortisol first thing in the morning, so it makes more sense to have your cup of coffee after those levels have settled down in the morning).
Sleep and Sleep Deprivation
Sleep is critical. It is well known that If you don't sleep, your body doesn't have time to repair and recover - this will make you fat, among many other health problems. If you work in the corporate world it can be incredibly difficult to get enough sleep. One of the the first places to look if you are feeling run down is sleep deprivation.
Did you know that this is the primary time when your body produces key hormones that keep you in shape? If you're a man that skips proper sleep, your testosterone production will be diminished (responsible for creating muscle mass and giving you a lean physique). If you're a woman, sleep deprivation can play havoc with your monthly cycle and disturb your hormonal balance. Add chronic stress to that equation and you'll never be able to lose that body fat.
Do One Thing Action Item
this is a tricky one (particularly if you have kids where sleep is a previous commodity). A key mindset to have if you can't sleep is not to try and 'force yourself to sleep' - just accept your situation and let you mind wander. Worrying about not sleeping is a stressor is itself!
If you have cut down on your caffeine intake, and followed the other steps in this article, your insomnia should improve. There are a host of other reasons for insomnia such as nutritional deficiencies (such as low magnesium and zinc) which need to be diagnosed by a doctor with a blood panel.
this is a tricky one (particularly if you have kids where sleep is a previous commodity). A key mindset to have if you can't sleep is not to try and 'force yourself to sleep' - just accept your situation and let you mind wander. Worrying about not sleeping is a stressor is itself!
If you have cut down on your caffeine intake, and followed the other steps in this article, your insomnia should improve. There are a host of other reasons for insomnia such as nutritional deficiencies (such as low magnesium and zinc) which need to be diagnosed by a doctor with a blood panel.
Once you've taken the bitesized item actions above in week one, you can move on to my Do One Thing advice to limiting your sugar intake, moderating alcohol, addressing nutritional deficiencies and improving gut health. That's all to come in Part 2.
Often, the above issues are interconnected and take time to get right. It's important to move yourself further along the curve towards success rather than attempt to solve everything at once. Some problems may be unsolvable (for example if you're the breadwinner in your family). That is why I recommend bite sized actions for you to take. A little incremental progress will go a long way.
If you have any questions please leave them below and I will answer them.
Check out Part 2 of this article here.
Don't work too hard. :)
On Sunday, 7 May I am running alongside my colleagues and friends in the 'Wings For Life World Run' an incredibly innovative charity event sponsored by Red Bull (where I currently serve as Human Performance Coach to the Formula One Racing Team). The run is unique in the sense that every participant will finish the race. Why? Because there is no finish line! Oh, and there's also a car that chases all participants down to decide the winner.
I have to say, I'm excited because in previous years everyone has pushed themselves to the max and it's always great fun running alongside a couple of famous faces! The event is ideally aligned with my overall training philosophy: everyone comes to exercise from different starting points and it's about taking action and doing what is achievable for you.
I've been gearing up for this event for some time with my friends and co-workers and I thought I'd share a message I sent to Red Bull employees on Monday to prep them for race day.
If you're taking part good luck!
Here's the email I sent on Monday, enjoy and leave any questions in the comments below:
Wings For Life Run
It's less than a week to go until race day and typically in the build up to a big event there is a huge amount of confusion over what to do or not to do. So before you head out for that one last big run, (again!) or load up on bowl after bowl of pasta, or simply wrap yourself in cotton wool and wait for Sunday to arrive, here are my top tips to get you through this week and really enjoy the race on Sunday…
Don't Worry!
The biggest problem I see with so many runners, no matter how experienced they are is a fear of not finishing. The good news is this doesn't apply with the wings for life event as there is no finish line and with it being such a positive charity event that so many of you from the factory have signed up to (125 and counting!) it's an opportunity to just get out and enjoy a great event with so many great people. So put those fears aside and have fun.
Eat what works for you.
Please don't start googling "pre run event meal suggestions" to try out new carb loading meals this week. We are all very different athletes and therefore what works for one may have a very bad effect on someone else. Loading up on very high carbohydrate based meals this week will give some of you a bit of a boost but may upset the stomachs of others! Just stick to whatever has worked for you in the past.
I would also recommend that rather than devouring a gigantic bowl of pasta the night before the race, which will probably sit very heavily on your and upset your digestion, try eating carbs in small increments throughout the day before the race.
With regards to your pre-race preparation, I would again advise that you don't eat anything too heavy within two hours of the race. Have a good early morning breakfast and then my pre-race choice would be a smoothie containing fruit and yogurt as it gives a good balance of carbs and protein but not too much fibre.
Get ready the night before.
Make the whole day an enjoyable experience, don't be stressing at the last minute. Make sure you lay out all of your race kit the night before and aim to get as close to eight hours of sleep as possible.
Don't do anything new
The week of a race, or even race day itself isn't the time to be trying out new trainers! Likewise with compression tights or any other fancy new training gear. No matter how cool you make look at the start line if you haven't tried these things out in several previous runs, don't try it on Sunday. Just stick to the routine that works for you.
Guarantee success
Remember this is a great charity event and therefore you want to make sure you have a positive experience. So I would advise that you set at least two goals for race day. Set one goal for a perfect race and another as a back-up, in case the weather has a big impact, you pick up an unexpected injury or it's simply not your day.
Having spoken to a few of the guys that ran last year on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year, all of them fell short of their distance goal and as a result they left the event feeling a bit disappointed. If something makes your first goal impossible halfway through the race, you'll need another goal to motivate you to finish strong.
Start slow, and stay even.
One final piece of advice, I would strongly advise that if you're relatively new to big race events then you should run the first 10 percent of the race a fraction slower than you normally would, with the idea that you'll finish strong.
It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of the event and pace yourself alongside other runners that head off a lot faster than your normal race pace. If you do this, you risk burning out early. Try to keep an even pace throughout the race, and save your extra energy for later on in the race.
I hope these little tips will allow you to relax, look after yourself this week and thoroughly enjoy yourself on Sunday.
I'll follow up on Monday with some post-race tips to reduce any of those aches and pains and ensure you have a speedy recovery!


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This was a most excellent adventure. My wife and I joined Thierry and Marnie on their tour of the Perigord region in the spring of 2014. We were hosted at a magnificent historic chateau nestled in the Perigord countryside. From the minute we arrived at the local hotel in Bergerac the day before our tour began until we were chauffeured to the train station on our last day, our every need was attended to by our marvelous hosts. Each day was a special and memorable combination of learning, laughing, eating and getting to know the local way of life. This culinary journey far exceeded my expectations for variety, pace and engagement. It was a new adventure each day. Put this tour on your bucket list.
C'est Manifique! Total luxury with an in depth personal experience of an amazing cultureand history along with great food!
An amazing experience. So much more than just a "cooking school" in France. An adventure of a lifetime that is not to be missed!
… a totally awesome one-of-a-kind French culinary journey … the food, the lessons, the wine, and the experiences completely met and even exceeded all our very high expectations … Thank you again!
A fabulous French culinary journey and so much more. Delicious food and wine, a quaint country chateau, amazing hosts, exceptional tours and cooking classes. A trip that surpassed all of my expectations. It was a wonderful way to experience French life off the beaten path. Thank you Thierry and Marnie!
Thank you for the wonderful holiday Cuisine et Chateau!! Marnie, Nicole and Thierry made our year as we left behind the daily grind of home and embarked on a true French local experience. A culinary journey which tells wonderful stories of great respect for the food, culture and local master craftsman traditions passed on from generations. This was a vacation we will remember fondly forever!
What an outstanding tour of the cuisine and history of a land of truffles, Foie gras, painted caves and ancient castles! Your personal care and attention to our every need delivered always with good humour made this a very memorable holiday.Thank you Thierry and Marnie
We found passion in the Périgord! The infectious enthusiasm of the food and wine producers we met soon ignited our own passions. We foraged, shopped, cooked, ate, drank and generally savoured the flavours of the region. We could easily have died of sensory overload, but just didn't care!
Divine meals by our chefs Thierry, Marnie, and Nicole, hands-on cooking classes with the freshest in-season produce, exploring historical sites, picnics in a wine orchard and in the gardens of our chateau, wine-tasting and winery tours, hearing the pride in farmers' voices as they spoke of their vocation, delightful accommodations – all in beautiful France! It added up to the trip of a lifetime where my daughter and I spent a special time together and we made new friends!A heartfelt thank you to Thierry and Marnie.
What an amazing adventure! We were spoiled beyond expectations and learned not only about the food and wine but also about the culture and history of the Périgord region. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who loves the culinary arts and a little history as well. My favourite part aside from all of the gourmet meals was our day at the market where we shopped with the locals for the freshest ingredients to prepare dinner with. And of course the morning we spent at the boulangerie baking our own croissants for the next day's breakfast. We kept saying you ourselves, "who does this???". Turns out that we do! Bravo to Marnie and Thierry for a truly spectacular week full to the brim with luxuries, pampering, delicacies and lessons. I couldn't have asked for a more organic and real experience of the French countryside. This trip of a lifetime was worth every penny and I would absolutely do it again.
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A Cognitive Behaviour Approach using the REBT Model
(Two Day Programme)
What is REBT?
"Men are disturbed not by things but by the view they take of them".
This quote from 2AD accurately describes the philosophy of R.E.B.T.
Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy (REBT) is the oldest form of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and was developed in 1955 by Albert Ellis. It is based on the philosophy that people are disturbed NOT by events but by their evaluation of events. This greatly enhances the possibility that disturbance can be significantly reduced or eliminated altogether.
REBT is a solution focused approach which encourages participants in a very active way to review the demands they place on themselves, others and the world in general. The ultimate goal of REBT is to help people alter their thinking processes aiming to reduce the amount of emotional and behavioural difficulties they display.
Those to benefit from this programme:
- Human Resource Personnel, Coaches, Nurses, Teachers,
- Adults who wish to help people deal with emotional and behavioural difficulties in a healthier way.
Outcomes for Participants
- To understand the principles of CBT and how they can be applied to their work with children and adults.
- To understand irrational/unhealthy thinking.
- To be able to dispute the irrational/unhealthy thinking of their client group.
- To be able to educate their client group in:
- Understanding the connection between beliefs and behaviours ie How I think will reflect on how I feel and how I behave and how others will behave towards me.
- Recognising consequences for certain thinking patterns ie the behaviours that follow thinking in an irrational/unhealthy way and the price that people pay for this thinking.
- Examining the impact of beliefs on behaviours.
- Differentiating between Rational and Irrational thinking. Understanding what thinking is healthy for them and what is unhealthy and why.
To view dates for this course go to Training Calendar


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We work closely with clients to provide them with the best possible awareness of the global risks of Economic Espionage, including:
- How to avoid being a victim of economic espionage.
- How to reduce the risks of being investigated or accused of committing economic espionage.
- Identification of trade secrets.
- Protection of trade secrets.
- Education and training of employees in proper handling of trade secrets.
- Litigation support.
- Cyber security reviews.
- Investigation of suspicions of economic espionage.
- Managing the media so the crisis does not get blown out of proportion.
- Dealing with various constituencies during such a crisis.
- What employees need to know after an economic espionage attack.
- The psychological impact of economic espionage on employees.
- Financial relations to ensure that Wall Street doesn't overreact.
- The pros and cons of reporting such suspicions to appropriate authorities.
- Dealing with the FBI and U.S. Justice Department.
- Preventing unintended broadcast of sensitive information during a trial.
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Title: There Comes a Prophet
Author: David Litwack
Genre(s): Young Adult Dystopia
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My rating: 4 out of 5 stars
A thousand years ago the Darkness came—a terrible time of violence, fear, and social collapse when technology ran rampant. But the vicars of the Temple of Light brought peace, ushering in an era of blessed simplicity. For ten centuries they have kept the madness at bay with "temple magic" and by eliminating forever the rush of progress that nearly caused the destruction of everything.
A restless dreamer, Nathaniel has always lived in the tiny village of Little Pond, longing for something more but unwilling to challenge the unbending status quo. When his friend Thomas returns from the Temple after his "teaching"—the secret coming-of-age ritual that binds young men and women eternally to the Light—Nathaniel can barely recognize the broken and brooding young man the boy has become. And when the beautiful Orah is summoned as well, Nathaniel knows he must somehow save her. But in the prisons of Temple City he discovers a terrible secret that launches the three of them on a journey to find the forbidden keep, placing their lives in dire jeopardy. For a truth awaits them there that threatens the foundation of the Temple. But if they reveal that truth the words of the book of light might come to pass:
"If there comes among you a prophet saying 'Let us return to the darkness,' you shall stone him, because he has sought to thrust you away from the light."
There Comes a Prophet was mysterious at first. I wasn't sure if this was standard fantasy fare or something else. As the book progresses, it becomes apparent that this is a far-in-the-future dystopia where people live without technology and in rural areas. The longer I read, the more I enjoyed it.
The voice reminds me a great deal of Anne McCaffrey, especially the books I most recently reread, the Harper Hall trilogy. As we follow the three friends, Nathaniel, Orah, and Thomas, their emotions are told in stark simplicity but with maximum impact. On several occasions, one sentence reframed an entire relationship, event, or assumption; at the beginning, I was convinced of one thing, but by the end, I was certain of another.
I'm a sucker for the evil religious monolith archetype, so I really enjoyed how it fleshed out the story of love, friendship, and sacrifice. The fantasy world was new and interesting. It kept me thinking, "How would I have reacted if I'd been brought up with those assumptions?" The fear of "the teaching" was palpable and confusing to me as it was to the characters.
The grammar was crisp, the language was clear, and the plot moved along at a steady pace. I honestly have no gripes with this book. The use of third person omniscient meant that I didn't fall in love with the characters as much as I would have if it was told a different way. But I still rooted for them.
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We've done pretty well at my site. I believe we are example of how real partnerships and community create a special environment for students to thrive in. I have had the privilege of working with talented staff and appreciate the recognition we received. But my proudest moment with this company was last year when we won the Mili Arguello Award for Best Residence Life Program.
Mili was part of the Century/CLV family for a long time. She worked in many different roles and had a huge impact on who we are as a company. She also had a huge impact on a lot of people in this company including myself. She hired me as a GM for this company and was a major mentor for me as I learned how to run a site while staying true to who I was as a student affairs professional. She remained a mentor and friend to me up until her passing, and I still use things she taught me and try to think about what she would do in certain situations when I am making my own choices.
Mili believed in students. She believed in residence life. And she believed you could meet the obligations of privatized housing while still holding on to those values. Mili was intelligent, she was funny, she cared about others and above all she was a fighter. Whether it was fighting to keep money for her sites or battling cancer she never backed down when it was important. She taught me how to balance the different demands of our job, how to pick my battles and how to work towards my goals in ways that were beneficial for myself, the company and the school.
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It is my privilege to welcome you to the 2017 - 2018 School Year and to Parker High School.
Let me use this opportunity to introduce myself to those of you who may not already know me. I began my first experience in education at Parker High School in 1987 teaching social studies and serving as the head varsity wrestling coach. After eight years in the classroom and acquiring my principal's certification, I spent my ninth year serving as the interim-assistant principal of Wallace School (grades 4 – 8). The following two years I served as the athletic director and assistant principal of Parker High School. During this tenure, I had met wife Vikki who serves as a school psychologist in the district. We have been married 24 years and have two children (Caitlin and Michael). Caitlin graduated three years ago (class of 2014), and Michael graduated two years ago (class of 2015). Both Vikki and I are proud to say they are alumni of Parker High School.
This is now my 31st year in education, and my 23rd year as a school administrator. In the spring of 2011, I was offered the opportunity to return to Parker High School where my career began. We had left Parker to return to family in the Midwest. I would be much remiss if I did not share that I just could not shake that sense of allegiance to the school of my very first students (now parents of students at P.H.S.), wrestlers, colleagues, and mentors (department chair and school administrators).
Please know I feel very privileged to be working again in the community and school district that provided me so much as a new educator and as a young man just starting out. I have the fondest memories of community members and school personnel that gave me their time and friendship when so much was new to me. During these past six-plus years it has been my goal to give back to all of you, and to especially help our students achieve the utmost academically. Also please know, I practice an open-door policy, and you are invited to visit me or contact me should you have any questions or concerns.
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Sometimes I need to get out of my own way
Woot!!!! Woot!!!! I feel so awesome right now. I met my personal trainer at 24 hour fitness at 6:30am. It was awesome. She put me through a workout that was tough but not too terribly tough. On some of the moves I was shaking on the last 2 or 3. Awesome.
However, and the real reason I'm writing this, I have to be careful not to overdo it or go crazy. I know what needs to be done and I need to just have faith in the process and let it happen. I have a tendency towards impatience and I want to rush or force things. That's when things go bad. So I need to just take it easy and go with the program.
I say this because during my session, there were moments when I found myself thinking 'oh, I could do this every day' or 'I should be using a heavier weight' or some such nonsense. I am not the person I was 4 years ago. I am not as strong as I was or as active. I need to get back into it slowly. Not so slowly I don't make progress, but slowly to allow my body time to catch up with my mind.
So I had a good workout. I feel good. I'm going to stop into 24 hour everyday to build the habit of going there. I know myself and the more I do it the quicker it will become a habit. But I will only do weight training 3 or 4 times a week. I will not over do it. I will follow the advice of the professional. I will.
After the workout, I jumped on my bike and headed home. On the ride I started to get hungry. By the time I got home I was starving. Yeah!!! I made an egg sandwich with hummus and a little bit of cheese. It was awesome. I have a mango for a snack and I can not wait for that.
Okay, off to the showers and then get laundry going.
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
thursday's living and loving
This morning (I had forgotten about it) when I was cleaning her room, I found it on her table... ready to go.
I brought it into the kitchen, and when she came paddling in this morning, I told her that I brought it in.
"Ooohhh, I forgot about that!"
"What are you wanting to make?" I asked her.
She was nodding her head, "Oh, everything!" she said.
Then, "I'm going to have a tea party with them!"
"Ooooh, that's a good idea," I replied.
"I thought you'd like that!" said she. :)
Rounded 'em up, we did.
She washed.
Angel Cookies were first.
Stilts. More on that tomorrow, I think.
Pretty Pink Cake.
Chocolate Chip Cookies. (At first she wanted Apple Pie, but, sheesh, it would had to have been from scratch... For a three inch pie? At this point? On't think so.)
Pickin' raspberries. Prob'ly the last ones of the year, hmm?
Tea Party.
Of course.
I've been loving his Godzilla play.
He has all these random things he uses for lasers and lightening bolts and breathed fire... :) makes me smile.
We got out and attended to our Thanksgiving Tree.
This is a branch that we've been using for... four?... years to post leaves upon for what we're so, so thankful.
You'll no doubt be seeing more of it...
Trev's are the orange maples,
Maddie's are the red hearts,
Eric's are the yellow oaks,
and mine are the brown rounds.
Love this -
by my nine-year-old son... who is taking his sweet time mastering writing.
[big grin] Classic unschooling moment.
He thinks, he reads, he's expressive, he's imaginative, inquisitive, and he has a beautiful vocabulary. I figure if I'm not worried, no one else has the right to be.
"Hey! You!" She points at me. "The one in the white. How 'bout some Cocoa?"
O' course. :)
Godzilla on the wiiiheeheeee.
Holiday talk.
Presents, actually.
A list for Santa.
I put the scrabble tiles together for her, she copies the letters.
Play. Together play, that is.
More talk 'bout the holiday presents.
Lots of good ideas for Makin'. :) That's good!!
Reading more 'bout Animal Communication.
Computer play.
An' finally snugglin' in.
That will do.
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"Hey! You! The one in white." made me chuckle. :)ReplyDelete
Trev's leaf made me smile. :) (It makes our job so nice when they are thankful for what we are doing for them, doesn't it?!)
And I LOVED the scrabble tiles for spelling help. BRILLIANT! :)
No way would I have done the apple pie either! Looks like quite the tea party. Are the easy bake products any better than they used to be when I was little? Because they used to be kind of gross!ReplyDelete
Love the thanksgiving tree :-)
We made the stuff from scratch, from recipes.ReplyDelete
Wasn't gross, especially, but it's a little weird since it's baked goods sans eggs.
Not icky, though. :)
You know, you can substitute applesauce for eggs in just about any baked good recipe. Works just fine. Is that what you did?ReplyDelete
I *always* wanted an Easy Bake oven but my Mom wouldn't let me have one - so when I had little girls (I was oh, about 40) I bought one and we have had tons of fun with it. Still do ;)
Love the "unschooling" leaf! A few days ago Benjamin chose to write, "No Sister" on one of his leaves--as in, he is thankful to have "No Sister."ReplyDelete
Funny, right? :)
I LOVE your thanksgiving tree! Beautiful pics :).ReplyDelete


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Some of my favorite things to order at Chinese restaurants are the dishes I won't make at home, basically anything battered and fried. I'm not lazy, I just don't enjoy cleaning up the splattery mess I always seem to make when frying. Orange chicken is one of my favorites, but I always save it for eating out.
Helen Chen's new book, Easy Chinese Stir-Fries, has a modified recipe that turns the classic battered and fried dish into a quick stir-fry. Some Chinese restaurants ruin orange chicken by making it overly sweet, but Chen's version gives you orange flavor without all the sweetness. After tasting it the first time we decided we wanted more orange flavor in the sauce and started adding orange zest. I also like to use slivered fresh red jalapeno and used it as colorful garnish at the end rather than the dried chiles.
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- 3 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 pound (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar (I used just 1 teaspoon.)
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar (I use rice vinegar.)
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate
- zest of one orange (optional, my addition)
- 4 tablespoons canola oil
- 4 ounces (113 g) snow peas, ends and strings removed, cut on diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 to 4 dried chile peppers, seeds removed (I used jalapenos, seeded and cut in long thin slices.)
- 1 garlic clove, crushed and peeled
- 2 slices fresh ginger, unpeeled
- 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
- In the medium bowl, stir together the wine and cornstarch. Add the chicken and mix well.
- In the small bowl, stir together the sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, orange juice concentrate, and orange zest (optional).
- In the wok, heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil over medium heat, until the wok is hot but not smoking. Add the snow peas and cook while stirring just until they turn dark green, about 30 seconds. Remove to a platter, spreading them around so they aren't layered on top of each other. You want them to stop cooking.
- In the wok, heat the remaining canola oil with the peppers. If using dried chiles, cook until they turn dark brown, almost black. Discard. If using sliced jalapenos, cook until the edges turn dark, then remove to a small bowl. Set aside for garnish.
- Add the garlic and ginger and stir around the pan a few times until they sizzle.
- Increase the heat to high and add the chicken. Stir for about 1 minute, then add the orange sauce and continue stirring for another minute or two. When the chicken is almost done, remove the garlic and ginger slices.
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Lewis & Clark's doubles matches gave the Pioneers a 2-1 lead going into singles. Brenden Barrows and Gordon Barrows, the 23rd-ranked doubles pair nationally, defeated Grant Gideon and Alexis Dimanche, 8-1, in the match's top doubles set. Pim Trouerbach and Jackson Powell improved to 5-0 this season with an 8-3 defeat of Tyler Norman and David Stronghen in the No. 2 match. In third position, Raed Attia and Kei Inoue lost 8-5 to Jeremy Wilson and Dean Dulthummon.
In the singles lineup, the Pioneers took four of the six matches with the two defeats coming in the third set. At No. 2, Powell defeated his Gideon, 6-1, 6-2, and Inoue won over Wilson, 6-4, 6-1, in fifth position. Brenden Barrows was the No. 4 winner, 6-0, 6-4 over Norman, while Gordon Barrows fell at No. 3 to Dulthummon, 6-3, 3-6, 6-1.
Freshman Ramez Attia improved to 5-3 on the season with a 6-1, 6-0 win over Alonso Fernandez in the six spot. At No. 1, Raed Attia lost to Dimanche in three sets, 6-4, 1-6, 6-1.
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I suck at updating because I am lazy to upload photos and edit. :(
To make up for my fat lazy bum, this post will be a long one - you have been warned!
I will show some looks including some sneak peaks of outfits I have been wearing throughout this week, or last week I suppose. :)
***NOTE: Recently all I have been wearing on my face is: Laura Mercier Tinted Moisterizer in Bisque! LOVE.
Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips: Smoky Collection in Hazel Eyes
Light pinky purple shadow on the lid/inner corner
Dark gray shadow on the outer corner
Light gray taupe shadow on lower lashline
Buxom Lashliner in Leatherette to line the eyes
Daiso criss crossed lashes
Cheeks: NARS Deep Throat
Lips: I think it was a mix of a few products, I don't exactly remember :(
Top: Aritizia
Cardigan: Dynamite? (I forget...lol it's just a basic loose cardi)
Belt: H&M
Scarf: Burberry
So I fail. I totally don't remember what I used.. >.<
And I'm really bummed out cuz I like this look... LOL
The berry color in my crease is from an Estee Lauder Palette that was a limited edition I think?
For the rest of the look, I think it was just a mix of grays and taupes... the usual colors I use :P
oops - my bad. BLOGGING FAIL! LOL
Buxom Lashliner in Leatherette
Daiso Criss Crossed Lashes #1 (doubled)
The berry color in my crease is from an Estee Lauder Palette that was a limited edition I think?
For the rest of the look, I think it was just a mix of grays and taupes... the usual colors I use :P
oops - my bad. BLOGGING FAIL! LOL
Buxom Lashliner in Leatherette
Daiso Criss Crossed Lashes #1 (doubled)
Cheeks: MAC Plum Foolery (?)
Lips: Maybelline Lipstick: Pink Please
Rimmel's lipgloss: Eastend Snob
(I could be wrong.. -_-)
NOTE: You will see me wearing the same shirt in the next look, I ended up wearing another outfit on this day!
Guess what I picked up? My first NYX product!! :D
It has a lot of fall out when you dip your brush in, however the pigmentation/product overall is wonderful!! LOVE. :)
Main color (on the lid/lower lashline) is of course, NYX Taupe Pearl!
MAC Wedge in the crease
MAC Brule on the browbone
MAC Ricepaper as a highlight right under the eyebrows
Buxom Lashliner in Leatherette
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eyepencil in Zero
Andrea Lashes #33
Cheeks: I don't remember, probably NARS Deep Throat.. (it's becoming my everyday blush..)
Rimmel's Bronzer in Sun Queen
Lips: Revlon's Colorburst Lipstick in Soft Nude
Rimmel's Lipgloss in Eastend Snob
Top: H&M
Necklace: Forever 21
Here is a bonus. :D
This was for an interview look.. so minimal make up :)
MAC Brule all over the entire eye
NYX Taupe Pearl in the outer corner
Maybelline Natural Smokes quad (outer corner color, dark gray) in outer v
Buxom Lashliner in Leatherette (the usual... ya'll should know this by now lol)
Daiso Criss Crossed Lashes #1 (doubled)
Cheeks: Maybelline Expert Wear Blush in Berry Sorbet
NYC Bronzer in Sunny
Lips: I don't know, I don't think I'm really wearing anything but some gloss... probably the same shit I wore in the other looks above.. LOL
Top: Costa Blanca
Belt: Urban Behavior (it was part of a dress)
Pencil Skirt: Urban Behavior (I think. It's suuuuper cute in the back, it has a criss cross corset type of thing lol)
PS. I got the job. :) I know people will ask, so it's a restaurant job inside a stadium.
First day on the job!
No close up on the eye, sorry. I just did one of my go to smoky eye looks with a twist here and there...
LOL I seriously fail. OH WELL :D
Cheeks: NARS Deep Throat (SURPRISE, SURPRISE!!!)
NYC Bronzer in Sunny
Lips: Gosh Lipstick in Darling
NYC Lip Sliders Tinted Lip Balm in Sugarcoated
Top: Forever 21
Blazer: Urban Outfitters
Leggings: H&M
Boots: Aldo
FYI: I am wearing a tighter pair of leggings from the drugstore (they're actually REALLY good quality! LOL) and a cardigan underneath my blazer, and knee high socks...
WHY? Because it's cold in the restaurant since it overlooks at the hockey rink! LOL
It was a smudged out eyeliner type of day!
MAC Powerpoint eyepencil in Engraved
Lancome's shadow in Statuesque to the eyeliner
Lancome's shadow in Luxe Grey to smoke out and soften the lower lashline
Cheeks & Lips: SSDD (same shit, different day!)
Time to make a sandwich now. Hope you enjoyed. I'm horrible at blogging, I'm sorrrry. LOVE LOVE LOVE you all!


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The less work, prime lamb breed
Available for Sale
Wiltipoll Sheep are Autumn breeders, so lambing can be planned to occur from late Winter to Spring (July - September).
Both Registered and Unregistered Wiltipolls are generally available (see the Wiltipoll Information page for the difference).
Currently Available & Prices (inc GST) at November 2018
Registered Rams : 2016 and 2017-drop rams are available from $660.
Unregistered Rams : None available, but usually you can purchase a registered ram at an unregistered price if you are not wanting a registered animal. Priced from $440.
Registered Ewes - limited numbers available from $440.
Unregistered Ewes : As for the rams there are no unregistered ewes available but registered ewes can be purchased at an unregistered price if registration is not required. Priced at $295.
Wiltipoll wether lambs are generally available for those purchasers wishing to have some low maintenance "lawn-mowers" on their property, as pets or to grow out for your own ready supply of meat. Usually around $154 each, and orders can be taken.
*Ewes purchased from February to June will usually be in lamb. Ewes will not be transported during their last few weeks of pregnancy.
Orders can be taken for any category all year round, subject to forecast availability. If we don't have available the category you're looking for, we can generally source them for you.
Note that prices for all sheep include GST unless otherwise stated.
(Below) Some of our registered ewes. All registered and unregistered ewes are excellent wool-shedders and are polled.
Buyer's note - it is highly recommended that you purchase your registered or commercial Wiltipolls from a registered flock (i.e. a member of the Australian Wiltipoll Association Inc.) to ensure that you get what you pay for, that is, Wiltipolls that have been bred according to the requirements of the Association's rules, and for potential stud breeders Wiltipolls that are registered and whose offspring can be registered. Contact the Association or see www.wiltipoll.com if you wish to check.
Serenidad WiltipollVia Mount TorrensSouth Australia0419 239 214 firstname.lastname@example.com


text: Environmental Health and Safety Biosafety Program Services Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)For Biological and Recombinant Work Principal Investigators are required to submit a Notification of Use (NOU) for Biological Agents, recombinant material, Human and Non-Human Primate Products for Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) approval prior to any work being conducted. Materials that require IBC approval prior to work commencing are the following: All human and non-human primate material (including commercial cell lines) All risk group 2-3-4 infectious agents All recombinant material (purchased or manipulated) regulated by NIH-OBA guidelines Addition of new agents to existing protocol is not permitted a new NOU must be submitted. Principal Investigators are responsible for the following: Submitting a new NOU to the IBC prior to new agent or recombinant material being used. Maintaining list of current personnel for each of their NOU. Maintaining current NOU for work being conducted in their laboratories (renewal every 5 years). Notifying the IBC of changes: Submitting NOU and NIH-OBA update forms yearly For using the most current version of NOU to submit to the IBC, failure to do so may result in the NOU not being approved and delaying the commencement of the project. The IBC meets each first Friday of the month. All paperwork must be provided to EHS Biosafety Program two weeks prior to the meeting by campus mail to Rt. #1111 or by email to firstname.lastname@example.com. Contact the Biosafety Program at (409) 772-1781 if you have any questions. Main Documents:Human and Non-Human Primate Product EHSA Form (Rev. 10-18)Google Chrome is the preferred Internet browser with EHSAFollow the link above for instructions or to assign a proxyBSL2, 3, 4 Agents, rDNA, and Select Agents Form (Rev. 4-19)BSL2, 3, 4 - Additional Animal Species Form (Rev. 12-17)Personnel Experience Table Form (Rev. 8-16) Amendment form to existing NOU: Please submit a cover letter with the amendment(s) to summarize the change(s).Human and/or Non-human Primate Products (approved on or after 4/6/2018)Keck and Optical Microscopy Core Facilities NOU Amendment Form (Revised 02-15)Aerobiology Facility Amendment Form (Revised 02-15)Recombinant Materials Form (Revised 12-17)Arthropod Section Form (Revised 11-16)Animal Section Form (Revised 12-16)Other documents:Add/Delete Personnel on Existing NOU Form * (Revised 10-18) * Only for NOUs approved prior to May 2018. NOUs approved after May 1, 2018, must log into EHSA and submit an amendment.Special Immunization Request Form (Use for FDA approved vaccines)Co-PI Cover Page Form (Revised 02-15)Viral Vector Guidance DocumentIBC NOU PolicyRisk Assessment for Special Immunization Request Form 1 and Form 2 (Use for IND/Global vaccines)


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Mobile porting of Irrlicht 3D graphics engine
Main page
This is the effort to port a popular open-source graphics engine irrlicht onto mobile platforms. The first target is nokia's S60. Some preliminary results have been achieved. Have a look in the ScreenShot section.
Currently tested are some modified version of the samples included in the irrlicht. They are HelloWorld, Collision in Quake3Map, Special FX, Terrain Rendering.
In the Special FX sample, the water doesn't work because in OpenGL ES 1.1, there is no texture coordinate autogen. The stencil shadow works for simple object like a cube, but show artifacts for the dwarf and faerie model.
Latest source code under subversion source control can be browsed here.


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Vas You Ever in Zinzinnati? - Palatines to America National Conference 2020
The Queen City of the West Welcomes PALAM - June 17-20, 2020 at the historic Netherland Hilton Hotel, Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
Research Opportunities
1. The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, the fifth largest genealogical collection in the nation.
2. The Cincinnati History Library and Archives, located in the Cincinnati Museum Center, the former Union Terminal, an art deco architectural masterpiece.
3.The National Underground Freedom Center & Museum - including the Family History Center
4. The University of Cincinnati Archives and Rare Books Library
5. The Cincinnati Police Museum
6. The Cincinnati Fire Museum
Library Lock-In at the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Have singular access to all the Library has to offer, including internet access, Library databases, and the stacks, with assistance from Genealogy & Local History Department Librarians.
Topics of Interest
German Migration to the West - did your ancestors come through Cincinnati?
The Courthouse Burned Down - A Lot!
Beer Barons and Brewers George Remus, Cincinnati Bootlegger
How Prohibition affected German Immigrants
Photo Tour of Over the Rhine
Take me out to the Ball Game - the German Turner Movement


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Can you believe it will be Valentine's Day in 5 days!? Whether you're celebrating or not, you have to admit that it definitely snuck up this year. I seriously don't know where the time goes. Cliché, followed by cliché. But so true!
This past weekend Etienne and I hosted a Valentine's Day dinner party with some friends. There were supposed to be 4 couples coming, but due to the INSANE snowstorm that day, one couple had to cancel. It actually kind of worked out, since our table had a hard enough time fitting all 8 of us, and I hate to admit it, we had just enough to eat. Apparently I need practice making large quantities of food! We had salad, spicy butternut squash soup, and these crazy good (and easy) beef short ribs with mushroom risotto by Flavor the Moments. Thanks, Marcie!
But what we really need to talk about is the cake. Eeek! I was totally winging it with this cake, so I wasn't sure how it was going to work out….now I really regret not creating a post about it. In due time, I suppose. It had a chocolate cake base and a raspberry mousse filling, all topped off with a thick layer of chocolate ganache. Swoon!!
Isn't she pretty!? Alas, after all that decadence, I wanted nothing but a tart, juicy grapefruit on Sunday. So I had about 4 of them. And nothing else. It was perfect!
I am overjoyed that grapefruits are in season right now. They've long been one of my favourite fruits – I love to cut them in half, sprinkle a bit of salt on top and dig in. I've also been known to just peel them whole and eat them like an orange. SO good! I have been buying them by the bag every week for the past month. I can't get enough!
Since I've been buying an abundance of the fruit, I am ok with using one of two of them every once in a while to make something else delicious! I whipped together these grapefruit scones the other week, and I think I hit it out of the park. You'll have to tell me.
I used the zest of one whole grapefruit in the recipe, along with real, fresh grapefruit juice. The dough is a cinch to make. The usual scone rules apply; keep the butter COLD, and do not overwork the dough. I actually like to keep my butter frozen before using it, and then use a grater to shave it into fine pieces before incorporating it into the dough. If you have a food processor, it'll do that job for you in seconds!
The glaze is delicious – I mixed more grapefruit zest into it, along with a touch of grapefruit juice. It has just the right amount of zing!
The scones are best enjoyed fresh, but I had no problem eating them over the next few days!! I like to heat them up a bit and add a bit of butter…so good!
I suggest that you go out of your way to buy a few extra grapefruits the next time you're at the grocery store – you'll be happy you did!!
Glazed Grapefruit Scones
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
Take advantage of grapefruit season with these sweet, flaky scones with a touch of citrus, topped with a simple zesty glaze!
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup very cold unsalted butter*, grated or in cubes
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice
- zest of 1 grapefruit
- 1 tbsp fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 tbsp grapefruit zest
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse pea-sized crumbs.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk the sugar together with the egg until combined, then add the heavy cream. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry, and gently begin to combine together with a spatula. Add the grapefruit juice and zest, and use the spatula to mix gently until a soft dough is formed. Do not overmix!
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, and using floured hands, form the dough into an 8″ disc and cut into 8 wedges. Place each wedge on the prepared baking sheet a couple inches apart. Bake the scones for 18-20 minutes, until the scones are light brown around the edges. Allow the scones to cool for a few moments before adding the glaze.
- Make the glaze. While the scones are baking, prepare the glaze by combining the powdered sugar, grapefruit juice and zest. Add more juice or more sugar to achieve the consistency you'd like. Drizzle the glaze over the fresh scones before serving.
Scones are best enjoyed immediately, but will keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days. I like to re-heat my leftover scones and add some butter 🙂
- I like to grate frozen butter into small pieces before adding it into the scone dough.


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makes no sense
Posted by Chris on October 13, 2008 at 11:42 am
i find the idea that things can make sense by not making sense quite annoying. annoying both because it's true and because it makes it harder to make things that don't make sense.
"The concept of 'affect' in contrast, works from a different foundation, where the alterity of the non-human (including film), is irreducible to human experience. Therefore the mode of enquiry into the affectual relation between human and non-human is charactertised by a search for connection, points of fleeting attachment that allow an imprint of a different order. Affect describes a very different marking to effect, in that it defies the distinction between bodily emotional response and rational comprehension, or in the demarcation of conscious and unconscious processes. The affectual as a sensory apprehension, however is not only a feature belonging to the arts, but can also be located in the illogical operations of a rampant image-based multinational capitalism…" (Harbord, The Evolution of Film 2007: 120-121). link.
william gibson on the appeal of transcendence, america and obama:
"Transcendence is part of the American cultural experience and I wouldn't expect it to go away. It hasn't been popular for a long time. It takes a particular kind of darkness to bring it out. It tends to emerge in times of major generational shift." from.
here's some american music. affectual abstraction as accumulated humming.
Windy & Carl – when we were 15mb
"…For affect is at once an in intensely experienced state, and a fleeting trance. Thus it both pulls us into a deeply felt resonant state, but fails to provide that as an enduring potential. The affectual phrased in this way, operates by capitalism's rule, as a desirable state that is in need of constant renewal." (ibid: 122)
jordi colomer – anarchitekton osaka g (edit)


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NOA AIN had her first show of paintings at THE ICE HOUSE, Lenox, Mass., David Rothstein, curator. Her first public showing of "VISUAL MUSIC-TEXT" on Japanese Scrolls in conjunction with her opera, THE OUTCAST, was produced by David Gockley at THE HOUSTON GRAND OPERA. For five years, her wall of "TRANSFORMING PORTRAITS" were shown at PETROSSIANS BOUTIQUE AND CAFE, in New York City. At the MILLBROOK ARTS CENTER, her opera, JOAN OF ARC, played continuously in surround sound in a space where 9 of her iridescent acrylic paintings inspired by her opera were beautifully displayed (curator, Bill Hardy).
Over the last 8 years, she has had 5 solo shows at REALLY GREAT THINGS (curators, Ryan Zentner and Rande Mas)..three of these shows sold out. Her solo show at MONIKA OLKO GALLERY in East Hampton was followed by a showing of her paintings at ARTHAMPTON. Since moving to Hamilton Heights four years ago, her home has acted as her private gallery with guests and evenings by invitation only. She is very happy that Haitem Weslati has invited her to present three showings of various types of her work in TASZO, everyone's favorite cafe...
What is particularly interesting about the visual artist Noa Ain is the fact that she is also a consummate musician and composer, with a history of distinguished musical accomplishments that include both pop culture as well as operas, film scores and play writing. The result in her painting is a translation of her powerful lyrical musical understanding into a formal painterly framework that morphs tone into color and meter into shape. Furthermore these formal painterly skills relate to all sorts of life forms, and like her music, are emblems of her humane and caring spirit.
The results, again as in her music, are about how she savors life and we can access it directly, without the intervention of a tortured crucial exegesis. Her recent paintings of plant forms, of leaves wet with rain and lyrically flowing with color that is both naturalistic yet invented, have a visual pleasure that almost insinuates a musical score. The scale of these paintings are large without overburdening the scale of the subject matter. If there is an associative art lurking in her work, -all art piggybacks prior art- it is in the large flower forms of Georgia O'Keefe, but here the similarities end abruptly. Noa Ain's works are pliant melodies of color and form that are elegies to nature rather than the graphic, iconic constructors found in O'Keefe.
The paintings by Noa Ain fall within the canon of modernist aesthetics by hewing a delicate balance between the observed form and the artist's visual recreation of it in two dimensional terms. The flat patter making application of subtle, yet vibrantly resonating color, attest to her music based abstract temperament; the pictures are about the world around us.
Burt Silverman, N.A. - On the Paintings of Noa Ain
Noa's paintings do not try to reproduce or imitate reality. Reality exists in them only as a glimmer, a flicker, and a reflection of a reflection. In that sense they are not attempting to present the viewer with any type of a whole view of reality. They capture transitoriness of the world in which we live.
They appear as fragments, as if cut out from a larger canvas. Those imaginary canvases render impressions from undiscovered flowery fields and avalanches of fallen golden petals as in Manifestation of a Goddess. Chromatic greens of the Ephemeral Body. Render the sensual vibrations of delicate twigs. It seems that those petals and twigs will appear for a moment from a glimmering, radiant atmosphere and then disappear, dissolve in the constantly moving world.
These works thematize our sensual experience with reality be it reality of flowers, or any other distant "remnant" of a landscape. Noa clearly evokes Impressionistic mannerisms and approaches to the painterly vision, however her landscapes represent already faded, dismantled memories of Monet, Pissaro or Klimt. We experience distant reminiscences of Monet's dancing poppy fields, exuberant water lilies and fragrant grasses. We experience Klimt's golden flowery fabrics and Pissaro's glimmering and shimmering water as distant, subtle touches.
Noa refers to her canvases as "screens" pointing to the fact that her paintings also veil something that evades representation. The secret world lies hidden behind these screens. What we are confronting are the traces - vague and delicate imprints of reality, as if retained in dried flowers and leaves. Every flower petal or twig looses concreteness, its shape is never clearly defined by a line. It dissolves itself in myriads of indiscriminate shades and pastel colors.
Noa's paintings exist as reflections of reflections, and represent reality that no longer can present itself to the viewer in its wholeness and monumental glory. It is however, still aware of it's fragile charm and beauty.
Krystayna Illakowicz
Most of the visuals are available for purchase if interested. Contact Noa Ain for additional information.


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Happy Labor Day Weekend!
I have decided not to post recipes for Monday because most of us will be having picnics and BBQ's away from home.
Labor Day is one of my favorite holidays because I get to escape with my family to the mountains and visit with my beautiful mother-in-law. It is always a wonderful few days catching up, eating great food, and enjoying some fresh, clean air.
Enjoy the rest of the week as kids go back to school, fall is fast approaching, and we say a fond farewell to summer.
Breakfast – Grain-Free Lemon-"Buttermilk" Pancakes with Bacon
Lunch – Summer Cabbage Slaw
Dinner – Crockpot Hatch Chile Chicken Tacos
Breakfast – Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash
Lunch – Hearty Chicken Salad
Dinner – Lamb Galette with Burst Tomatoes and Figs
Breakfast – Veggie Skillet Hash
Lunch – Paleo Steak Salad
Dinner – Cheaters Chicken Pot Pie
Breakfast – Brussels Sprout and Mushroom Hash
Lunch – Garlic Chicken with Cold Asian Noodle Salad
Dinner – Paleo Halloumi Mushroom Burger
Breakfast – Mexican Breakfast Hash
Lunch – Thai Peanut Sauce Spaghetti Squash
Dinner – Supreme Power Pizza


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Naked Reporter
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Publisher Description
The conference room was now darkened by automatically descending blinds and the leader started the first video from her Tablet PC.
She explained: »Here you can see the working area of the ship. We've found that a large number of tropical plants, high humidity, and a high room temperature are ideal for wellbeing of the crew.«
The room that appeared on the video seemed relatively large, as it was not clear where the end of the premises could have been found behind the green plants. The controls and computer consoles nestled between the plants, like natural rocks of a landscape.
»You must understand that the main task of the crew on such a long journey is to check the proper functioning of the spaceship and to avoid boredom.«
In the final thought, she seemed to grin involuntarily, which somehow caught the journalist in their otherwise very dry businesslike manner.
At that moment, a woman came into the picture, went over to a computer terminal and made some input.
»That's Lea« the leader said. »She's been in the lab for 463 days now, living there in conditions the same way as in a spaceship.«
»She's… completely naked« stammered one of the two journalists, visibly irritated by the performance and the lack of clothing of the practicing astronaut.
»Yes, of course. Didn't I say that?« the the project manager commented, unmoved, turning her upper body to the journalist. »We're investigating the possibility of all astronauts being naked during their entire journey aboard the spaceship.
We have indications that people feel happier and better and also interact more positively with each other when they are completely undressed.«
»This means… all the people in your lab are constantly naked?«
»Yes« the project manager explained. »Why not? Isn't it our natural state? The sense of well-being in your own skin is the greatest in any case.«
»And you? Do you actively participate as a leader in the investigations?«
»Of course! I am the scientific director of the project and also live most of the time in the lab environment. I left the laboratory only today to receive you here.«
»And you are…«
The leader just chuckled and turned back to the video. She already knew the question and the journalists already had their answer.
(from 'Interstellar')


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I love how Claire Pettibone draws influence from nature in her designs. Many of her creations feature pretty floral embellishments that may inspire images of meadows or pretty woodlands. I love how this dress includes lots of little details that come together to create a beautiful overall look. I particularly love the cute flowers that cascade down the back of the dress and come together at the waist with a slim ribbon sash. The lace overlay seen on this dress also reinforces the floral theme with this pretty ditsy floral embroidery. This is beautiful option for the folk bride or a bride who is having a country fete wedding.
To see more of Claire's designs visit her website.


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Grade 6 Farewell
This afternoon, I was lucky enough to attend the farewell ceremony for the grade 6 class that I taught during my year 1 practicum. It was a touching collection of speeches, award presentations, and reminiscing for the students, teachers, and family members in the room. Not only was it special to see the beaming faces of all the graduates, it was particularly moving to hear the student address, during which two class representatives shared their happy memories and words of appreciation for the many people that touched their lives.
While listening in wonder to the mature insights and heartfelt sentiments expressed by these grade sixes, I was reminded of the impact, both big and small, that teachers have on their students each and every day. With this great power comes immense responsibility, and I hope that in my future career in teaching, I am able to create a healthy and safe learning community where my students feel accepted and free to be their own unique (and awesome!) selves, much like I observed at my practicum placement. Congratulations to all the graduates of 2016!


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Paul Daley added another stunning knockout to his record by stopping Lorenz Larkin in their welterweight battle at Bellator 183.UFC London: Robert Whittaker finally responds to Darren Till's barrage of messages
The Brit came into the contest on the back of a devastating loss to Rory MacDonald at Bellator London earlier this year and was looking to re-establish his credentials in the division.
Like MacDonald, Larkin was another former UFC fighter and was making just his second appearance in the promotion.
The 31-year-old surprised many by opting to stand and trade with knockout artist Daley despite being the more technically savvy fighter.
Paul 'Semtex' Daley BLOWS up on Lorenz Larkin's face with a classic Semtex left hook. Vicious power. ?? #Bellator183 pic.twitter.com/aE2PgCsD2I
— Ahmar Khan (@AhmarSKhan) September 24, 2017
'Semtex' took time to warm up, but with his back against the cage in the second and Larkin smothering him, Daley pulled off one of his trademark shots.
Daley missed with a spinning back elbow, but landed a ferocious left hook that rocked Larkin considerably.
The Brit pounced and finished off his welterweight rival with a precise three-punch combination that sent Larkin to the floor.
The referee stepped in to stop the fight and hand Daley a comeback win and Larkin his second defeat in two Bellator fights.
Daley used his post-fight interview to call out British fighter, Michael Venom Page and reignite their bitter rivalry.
'A little young boy called 'MVP' that's been talking,' Daley said.
'Get that little punk in here with me. He's getting knocked out, as well.'
MVP and Daley have been feuding for much of the year with the former furious when Daley refused to fight him and chose Larkin instead.
Bellator 183 Results
Main Card
Freire def. Henderson – SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Daley def. Larkin – KO (punches, R2)
Nelson def. Ayala – UD
Pico def. Linn – KO (punch, R1)
Yamauchi def. Piccolotti – submission (RNC, R1)
Preliminary Card
Johnson def. Ortega – KO (punch, R2)
Neil def. Mayo – UD
Laroco def. Bolanos – technical submission (triangle, R2)
Herrera def. Nievara – UD
Gonzalez def. Lopez – SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Vasquez def. Tenedora – submission (guillotine, R1)
Okanovich def. Jauregui – submission (armbar, R1)
Gonzalez def. Castrejon – KO (R1)
In the main event Patricky Freire won a split decision over Benson Henderson to fire himself into the lightweight title talk.
The fight was far from spectacular, but the rest of the card threw up some serious action.
Aaron Pico bounced back from his MMA debut defeat by brutally stopping Justin Linn in their featherweight contest.
Ladies and gentlemen…@AaronPicoUSA #Bellator183 pic.twitter.com/kp5mHl7pfS
— Bellator MMA (@BellatorMMA) September 24, 2017
Pico was making his debut at 145 pounds and seemed much more at ease when he connected with Linn's chin with a left in the first round.
Heavyweight Roy Nelson was also celebrating a win on the night as he kicked off his Bellator career with a unanimous decision victory over Javy Ayala.
Ayala dominated on the feet, but could not live with Nelson's ground game and spent much of the bout fighting off the former UFC fighter's top position.
The fight night also saw MacDonald and Douglas Lima face off for the first time since their title showdown was announced.
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