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These are books Wall Street's smartest people think you should read this summer
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Argumentative essays Formulating thesis statements and topic sentences
Structure of an
argumentative essay Introduction • Begin your essay with an interesting yet relevant start
• Thesis statement
Supporting Paragraphs (3-4) Start each paragraph with a topic sentence • Stick to ONE POINT for each paragraph & give evidence •Always link your point back to your main argument at the end of each paragraph (Transition sentence) Conclusion Synthesize all your points OR
• Reinforce your main argument
More about Introduction 1. Introduce the problem and give background information necessary for the argument and the thesis. 2.You can start with:
•A startling situation or statistic
•Intriguing question
•Powerful description
What is a thesis statement? • it is a complete sentence that clearly and concisely
informs the reader of your stand in the first paragraph • —it should cover only what you will
discuss in your paper and should be
supported with specific evidence. •is short and clear. •argues the point/position not summarize information/ facts. •is an assertion (claim/ declaration)
not a statement of fact/observation. • takes a stand, not announcing a subject •is specific, not vague Example of a thesis: Title: Television has caused increased violent behaviour in teens. Discuss. Thesis (1): Television shows do contribute to the increasing violence in teens but it is not the only factor that affects this trend. Thesis (2): While it is true that television may be to blame for increased violence, it would be unfair to consider television as the sole factor. REMEMBER! It is not a fact/ observation:
Television shows are increasingly violent.
It is not an announcement:
The thesis of this paper is that television
is a potential cause of violent behaviour.
It is not vague:
Television may or may not be blamed for violent behaviour
as we must consider the advantages and disadvantages of television.
ALSO... The thesis statement usually appears at the end of the first paragraph of a paper. Your topic may change as you write, so you may need to revise your thesis statement to reflect exactly what you have discussed in the paper.
Example: Identify the thesis statement
Many women in the entire world have abortions. Women believe there are many reasons to abort such as fear of having or raising a child, rape, or not having enough money. But whatever the situation, there is never an acceptable reason to get an abortion. Some important reasons why women should not abort have to do with human values, religious values, and values of conscience.
After writing the thesis statement… • Briefly and clearly mention 3 main arguments •This is what you will elaborate on in your essay Supporting Paragraphs Each paragraph should
employ the
P-E-E principle! POINT EXAMPLE EXPLANATION The topic sentence (point) is usually the first sentence of the paragraph, which gives the readers an idea of the content of the paragraph. It clearly states the first man point. Give specific examples to support your main point! Include explanations about how your examples
support the topic sentence. Moving from one paragraph to another... Use transition words to introduce the next point. You can use: First, Furthermore, Another, Besides, Although, Consequently, Additionally, Next, In addition to, Instead of, Rather than, Similarly, Therefore, On the other hand, However, Finally Example: Identify the main topic sentence, example and explanation in the paragraph. Finally, the third and most important reason why women should not abort is related to her conscience. When a woman has an abortion, she will always think about the baby she might have had. She will always believe about the future that could have happened with her baby which will always remind her that she killed it. Since she has had an abortion, she will never have a good life, and her conscience will remind her of what she had done. A woman who has an abortion can't forget about what she has done, these thoughts will always be with her, and the results can be disastrous.
Conclusion A good conclusion should:
1.Stress the importance of the thesis statement
2.Give the essay a sense of completeness
3.Leave a final impression on the reader
Suggested ways to write your conclusion:
•Synthesize, instead of just summarizing all your points
•Reinforce your main argument or stand
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Dr. Romila Manchanda
Associate Professor
She had been at Florida International University (FIU), Miami, USA for five years. She joined FIU as Wallace H Coulter Foundation BME Young Inventor Award recipient for postdoctoral position and in this period, she had established research in nanotechnology for drug delivery applications. She had been later in 2011 promoted to Research Assistant professor in the same department. She had also been awarded with the NIH R15 grant in 2013.
Furthermore, during her time at FIU, she had authored several peer-reviewed articles conference proceedings, and book chapter. During the past years she had prepared novel cancer therapies which can simultaneously carry imaging/hyperthermia and anticancer drugs together to the tumor target site. This delivery system may provide a more efficient and less harmful solution to overcome the limitations found in conventional chemotherapy. She had learned a great deal during her time at FIU.
During her stay at Univ de Paris-Sud, France, her research project was focused on the development of a blood substitute, based on a nanoparticle with hemoglobin. Long circulating nanoparticles were prepared and modified by chemical reaction. Modified particles were prepared in order to increase the hemoglobin binding and were further used them as an artificial oxygen carrier
In 2007, she received Young Scientist Project from Department of Science and Technology (SERC Fast Track Proposals for Young Scientists Scheme), Government of India, March 2007, entitled "Development of novel nanoparticle and nanoparticlate based targeted drug delivery systems and artificial oxygen carrier systems."
In 2012, after joining at Galgotias University, she taught across the range of programmes and involved delivery of the course. She actively participated in subject design, recent development, and management and reviews the curriculum to improve the effectiveness of teaching for best practice and command of the field. On the research prospects, she wrote and helped other researchers in writing grant proposals. She also took part in development opportunities to improve research and supervision skills.
She enjoys and encourages creative interdisciplinary work. She feels very fortunate to closely work with a very large number of clinicians, doctors and biomedical engineers from various disciplines. She is very passionate about contributing for creation of high quality higher educational programs.
A. Research Support
Research Support
(Manchanda-PI) Transferred to (Dr. McGoron -Co-PI) 2013-2015
Source: National Institute of Health (R15)
Title: Novel Polymeric nanoparticles for drug delivery applications
The goal of this study to develop biodegradable polymer nanoparticles loaded with an imaging agent and near infrared light triggered release mechanism of chemotherapeutic drugs.
Completed Research Projects and Support
Past Support
(McGoron) 11/01/2007 - 5/30/2010
Source: FIU Foundation
Title: Young Inventor Award
The goal of this project is to generate liposomes and polymer micro- and nano-particles for drug delivery applications. Most recently we developed new particles for breast cancer and liver cancer research. My role is to optimize the encapsulation of doxorubicin and indocyanine green into PLGA nanoparticles and characterize the particles using SEM, TEM and DLS.
B. Awards and fellowships
Symposium / Conference Proceedings/ Posters


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Kellyanne Conway Apologized to Trump- She Should Apologize to the American People
WASHINGTON, February 10, 2017—Kellyanne Conway said that she apologized to Donald Trump for saying people should "buy Ivanka's stuff" on Fox News Thursday. However, it is the American people—who pay her salary—who deserve an apology.
On Thursday morning, Kellyanne Conway, top advisor to the president, went on Fox News to talk about Ivanka Trump and her company parting ways with Nordstrom. Conway was speaking from the White House press briefing room, with the White House logo displayed prominently behind her.
"Go buy Ivanka's stuff, is what I would tell you," said Conway on air. "It's a wonderful line. I own some of it. I fully — I'm going to just, I'm going to give a free commercial here: Go buy it today, everybody. You can find it online."
Conway's comments are likely a violation of 5 C.F.R. 2635.702, a federal ethics law that bars the use of a public office to endorse a product. However, enforcement of this law falls to the White House, which is unlikely to meaningfully censure Conway.
A letter to the Office of Government Ethics, co-authored by Representative Elijah Cummings (D) and Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R), chairman of the House Oversight Committee, calls on the agency to use its authority to recommend to the president the "appropriate disciplinary action." The letter lists "reprimand, suspension, demotion, or dismissal" as possible disciplinary actions.
Hours after Conway's appearance on Fox, White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer stated, "Kellyanne has been counseled, and that's all we're gonna go with. She's been counseled on that subject, and that's it."
According to reports, Conway apologized to Trump Thursday. She tweeted Friday that Trump supported her.
POTUS supports me, and millions of Americans support him & his agenda. https://t.co/FTaPXTymGV
— Kellyanne Conway (@KellyannePolls) February 10, 2017
It appears that the Trump White House considers having Conway "counseled" (and then walking that back) is the appropriate disciplinary action for a violation of federal ethics laws. Apparently Conway's apology to Trump was sufficient.
However, Kellyanne Conway has yet to apologize to the American people, the people who pay her salary, for breaking a federal ethics law and for further embroiling the government in a conflict of interest quagmire that could have been avoided if Trump and family had divested from their businesses. In fact, instead of apologizing, Conway decided to take a victory lap on Twitter, appearing to gloat about breaking federal ethics laws and having Trump's full backing.
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FAQ Maklumat Umum
1. Question
What programs do KUIN offers at postgraduate level?
KUIN offer various program including Islamic Studies, Hospitality and Halal Food, Medic etc. For further details of courses, please visit CPSRP's website (www.cps.insaniah.edu.my).
2. Question
What is the admission procedure for postgraduate programs?
A To apply, you need to obtain the application form (available from the Centre for Postgraduate Studies, Research & Publication) form from the CPSRP Website (www.cps.insaniah.edu.my). With regards to the other enquiries, you can visit the homepage for help. One of your referees should be from an academic institution and another from your employer. The processing period for the research programme is between 1 – 2 months.
3. Question
Does it mean that if an applicant, fulfils all the entry requirements, he/she will be accepted to register as a graduate student?
Not necessary, for research programmes especially, it depends on the availability of a Supervisor.
4. Question
I wish to enrol as a postgraduate student in KUIN. May I know the programs of study offered?
KUIN offers three modes of study namely Research, Coursework and Mixed Mode. These are offered in various disciplines on a full-time or part-time basis. For further details of courses, please visit CPSRP's website.
5. Question
I sent in my application sometime ago. What is the status of my application?
Once your application has been forwarded to the Kulliyyah/Centre concerned for consideration and a decision has been received, CPSRP will then present it in our postgraduate committee meeting for endorsement. Normally it will take 2 months for the applications to be processed.
6. Question
Is it possible to register for two (2) postgraduate courses at any one time, that is, by research and the other by coursework?
No, the regulations do not permit a student to enrol for 2 courses of study concurrently in this University and neither can a student be registered at any other University whilst pursuing a course of study here.
7. Question
Am I allowed to register without a student's pass?
As a foreign student, you must be in possession of a student's pass before you are permitted to register as a student in Malaysia. If you enter Malaysia without hour student's pass, a penalty of RM500 will be imposed by the Immigration Department.
8. Question
I was offered admission as a full-time student. Can I request for a change of status to part-time?
Yes, you are allowed the change of status by writing officially to the Dean of CPSRP for approval but after you have registered as a student.
9. Question
I am currently writing my thesis. What is the procedure of submitting thesis?
Before submitting 8 copies of thesis for evaluation, you are required to submit Notice for Thesis Submission (PIT12) at least 3 months prior but not more than 6 months. If you fails to submit the thesis in 6 month's time, you need to get approval from your supervisor for extension and if you still not able to submit the thesis after the extension period expire, you have to re-submit the Notice for Thesis Submission.
10. Question
I have submitted my thesis for evaluation last month. When will my viva be scheduled?
For Master students, the viva session will normally be after 6 weeks from the thesis submission and for PhD students, it would normally be after 10 weeks. However, the scheduling of the viva date also depends on the availability of the examiners and the panel. CPSRP will do our best to schedule your viva soonest possible.
11. Question
My candidature will expires in about 4 month's time. To whom and where should I request for an extension?
An extension of candidature must be made to the Dean of the respectiveSchools/Centre at least 3 months prior to the expiration date of the candidature. For this purpose, you have to complete the form PIT 04 which is available at CPSRP website (www.cps.insaniah.edu.my).
12. Question
I wish to terminate my candidature. Who should I inform?
Withdrawal from continuing your studies can be made to the Dean of CPSRP based on satisfactory and acceptable reasons.
13. Question
I wish to change my candidature from coursework to research. What shall I do?
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Ep 34 - In Silver…The Meta Doesn't Matter
Wicked and Tipp are here and we have all the latest Overwatch news, Hot Topics, the Listener Loot Box and more!
Listener games return March 31 at 8 pm EST (join us in Discord and make sure you're ready to play!)
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Emote like a pro!: https://twitter.com/OverwatchCaval/status/842877110700179456
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Join the Instructional Technology Lab to learn about Blackboard! This workshop covers the basics of Blackboard. From uploading course materials to engaging a discussion board and grading student assignments, participants will watch click-by-click demonstrations and explore diverse ways faculty use Blackboard at GW.
Instructor: Nicole DeMuro
This workshop will be held through Blackboard Collaborate. Please register to receive a link to the Blackboard Collaborate session.
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xenoleingod posted...out side of the bad troll who doesn't know anything about remote play let me specify it better
You're posting just to spite him? Confirmed troll
Anyways, I'm skeptical remote play will work as well as most seem to expect with the ps4. I'll wait till Sony actually shows us a latency free demonstration or even better...until I can experience it for myself.
As of now, I can't even play ps1 classics without latency when I I try using remote play from a different city (vita to ps3, obviously, over 2 good internet connections)
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Spiroth_Kweehh posted...
kjhovey posted...Spiroth_Kweehh posted...xenoleingod posted...chidori091292xu posted...What is PS Vita remote play? Does that mean I can use it as a controller with screen to play PS3(I know only some games are compatible) games and PS4(The official says most of the PS4 games will offer remote play) games any where I want as long as the PS3 or PS4 is on? Does the model of the PS Vita matters(Wifi, Wifi/3G)? Can someone please give me a video link about this? Thanks a lot.
Wow, I didn't know those were PS4 games. Try again.
Not to mention the lag that occurs from long distance with those PS3 games. But hey, let's ignore that. It's totally better than the Wii U. And let's totally ignore how the Wii U integrates the Wii U pad, where as the Vita is just a screen to play on.
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xenoleingod 4 years ago#23
Spiroth_Kweehh posted...
xenoleingod posted...out side of the bad troll who doesn't know anything about remote play let me specify it better
1 your the ignorant troll stating you played ps4 games when when the ps4 and remote play on it has yet to be seen
2 your still full of crap because why use remote play for APPS ALREADY ON THE VITA (internet music videos etc) keep bsing people
3.sony STATED THAT THE PSVITACAN STREAM PS3 GAMES THEY EVEN STREAMED KILLZONE 3 ON IT IN 2011 E3 OR SOMETHING WHERE IS MY KILLZONE 3 ON REMOTE PLAY MY GTA 4 MY GOD OF WAR MY ASSASINS CREED TELL ME THAT
you guys I posted an honest review of remote play with the vita its sub par and REAL VITA OWNERS AND PLAYers with ps3 UNDERSTAND WHAT I SAID ignore these bad troll who don't even know the basics of remote play and never even mentioned the latency issues on ps1 classics
Currently playing soul sacrifice persona 4 golden fire emblem awakening muramasa rebirth
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Spiroth_Kweehh 4 years ago#24
xenoleingod posted...
Spiroth_Kweehh posted...xenoleingod posted...out side of the bad troll who doesn't know anything about remote play let me specify it better
1) Nope, I specifically stated that I have played [Ico HD, Shadow of the Colossus HD, Bionic Commando Rearmed, Pixeljunk Monsters, BlazBlue Calamity Trigger and tons of PS1 Classics], and obviously I meant it has been reported that it will stream PS4 games. It's a confirmed announced feature of PS4.
If you object to that, you may as well object that PS4 plays PS4 games.
So nope, I never said I have a PS4.
2) You are full of crap, because one, I said it is POSSIBLE to do it and you assumed stuff, and two, I have the entire FINAL FANTASY soundtrack and lots of movies on my 1 TB PS3, so of course I would do it.
3) Keep trolling. No one said there are no latency issues.
That doesn't mean Remote Play doesn't exist.
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kjhovey posted...
Seeing as how PS4 has dedicated streaming chips in it while PS3 doesn't, it'll be BETTER with PS4 than it currently is with the few PS3 games that support it. I think that was his point. If it's perfectly playable now, it'll be even better with PS4.
Not to mention the lag that occurs from long distance with those PS3 games. But hey, let's ignore that. It's totally better than the Wii U.
At least Vita supports long distance game streaming. WiiU does not even have that option. What point are you even trying to make?
And let's totally ignore how the Wii U integrates the Wii U pad, where as the Vita is just a screen to play on.
There are a couple of PS3 titles which integrate the Vita (Marvel vs Capcom 3, LBP2, Guacamelee). That said, all PS4 titles support off screen play. This cannot be said about WiiU.
There are a lot of advantages to both. Vita's screen is better, it can be used over any distance, has better battery life, and it supports off screen play for virtually all PS4 titles. WiiU's advantage is that since there is a gamepad in every box, more games will support true integration with the gamepad, it's cheaper, and it's more comfortable (IMO).
He shouldn't be acting like Vita/PS4 remote play is objectively better, but you shouldn't be acting like it doesn't have clear advantages over the WiiU streaming.
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I never said that it didn't have it's own advantages, I was just pointing out how it's not necessarily better... most certainly not "10 times better".
The reason I liked the concept of the Wii U was the ability to have something going on in the big screen, while the Wii U pad could have other stuff going on. For example, in something like Fallout, it'd be awesome if the Pip boy was the Wii U pad and the game never needed for you to bring up the Pip boy on the big screen. While the Vita could do similar things, I don't see it being as integrated as the Wii U will be.
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StrikeNinja24 4 years ago#27
Can't wait for this gimmick to be a complete waste of time, completely abandoned by Sony, and then never heard from again.
Then we can go back to claiming every single game release will save the Vita.
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I Have No Idea What I Believe In
Personal Stories, Advice, and Support 7 People
Not Sure What I Believe!?!?I wasn't brought up with any "religion", we never went to church or talked about God. I became a Roman Catholic to please my husband and in-laws. There are so many opinions out there about the existence or non-existence of a high being, that I don't even...
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Judging for the first ModernSurvivalOnline Guest Post Contest was incredibly difficult. I did the best I could.
I primarily based my judging by giving merit to those posts that provided benefit to all of you…..my readers…..in some way. I also provided extra merit to those posts, well…….I just liked the most.
Man – this has not been easy.
Alright – here are the winners:
– Honorable Mentions –
I have selected 2 Honorable Mentions.
A. The first – Steve in AZ for sending multiple guest posts – HERE & HERE
B. The second – p.a. turner for a very useful post – read it HERE.
Both Steve and p.a. turner have won a copy of the book Getting Out Alive: 13 Deadly Scenarios and How Others Survived by Scott B. Williams
5th Place
Suzannah Byerly, who hosts her own preparedness blog – won 5th place with her post – The Skinny on Preparedness.
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Ken, who wrote a detailed post called OPSEC Before and After a Major Emergency, won 4th Place.
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RobNPhx wrote a great post called A Survivalist Mindset Amongst Apathy. I choose this post to win 1st Place as it was just so well written and should hit home with many preppers in a world surrounded by non-preppers. The post really hit home with me.
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Today I'm left feeling like the vacation's over. I didn't even take a vacation, and yet my heart feels like a deflated balloon.
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As you can probably tell from my blog, we take a lot of adventures. What perhaps isn't as clear (or perhaps it is) is that most of those adventures are free or very inexpensive. We're on a tight budget right now, and today I woke up with money on my mind.
I rarely talk shop here at Finishing the Hat, but I'm a freelancer. And I don't know if you know this... but freelancing is hard. On top of all of the work-gathering and work-doing, I manage my own hours, so I have to be my own boss. I have to turn down happy phone calls from friends, I have to shut off all interactive forms of communication (no instant messages for me) and I have to nix time spent online. And I don't get to blame any of those things on a boss. It's me, and if I don't do this, I don't make a living. And I need to make a living.
That end-of-vacation feeling has to do with the kind of work I'm doing today. I'm trying to line up some more writing gigs. I love writing, but lining up writing gigs... well, it's not my favorite. I can sell anything but myself, I guess. Plus, we're doing our budget update, which always feels like impacted tooth extraction. I dislike thinking about money, and I'd be happy if I never had to consider it again. I don't need all kinds of material things, or wealth, or fame. I just want to be comfortable, you know? To be able to pay bills and cover our needs. And in order to be comfortable... I have to budget. And line up gigs. So off I go. (Anybody know anybody who needs a great writer?)
The other important thing for me to focus on today is emotion and energy. I need to avoid translating the emotion I'm feeling into emotional eating, and I must make sure I translate this anxiety-energy into exercise-energy. At the core of all of this, I have to take care of me. How about you? How do you handle your stress? How do you keep your emotion and energy flowing in ways that help you to take care of you?


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I've had my car for about four months, and my licence for just over a week.
In this time I've been run into twice, once cos I stalled at a roundabout (before I passed, whilst accompnied), and once cos I stalled at a set of traffic lights (after I passed my test, this afternoon in fact)
There didn't appear to be any damage (Other than a small mark on the bumper) either time, but I still need to phone the insurance company and let them know what happened (Just in case). Dreading the phone call though! 'Hi, me again, stalled again, got hit again....sigh'
Despite what you may think, I don't stall all that much. Occasionally yes, but it really doesn't happen regularly. In fact I'd say that just about a quater of the times I've stalled, I've been run into!!! :x
Anyway, shaken up and just wanted to rant......
hi i have been a driving instructor for 17 years and i stall to . your just unlucky its because you have had 2 morons behind you in one day .its their fault not yours.don't let them put you off
Get your car checked out by the garage. There could be hidden damage.
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my current car is diesel and the 3 cars i'd had before that were petrol (so you see i was an experienced driver already). When i first got this car i think i stalled it every single day for at least a week - and sometimes more than once in a day!! Thankfully i've got over that particular hurdle though i do still stall occasionally - and that's after 9 years of driving!
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Articles tagged with: bluegrass music
Sadie McClendon
It is a true pleasure to introduce nine year old, Sadie McClendon. Sadie a native of Alabama is often found on stage somewhere around Tuscaloosa, Nashville and everywhere in between. Country and Bluegrass has gained another distinguished voice, one that will be treasured by many for a longtime to come
Fallon Marie
Fallon Marie is one of these children that posses this power. Fallon carries one of the largest and purest hearts that has ever been placed in a child.
Willow Osborne "Banjo Girl"
Willow has been picking out great old Bluegrass tunes for eight years now and in these few short years that she has been playing, her artistry has grown to the point to where it would make the late Early Scruggs proud to play by her side.
Blakeley Burger
Now here is a great vocalist, and musician coming straight out of Kentucky. Blakeley is a fantastic singer, but she is also outstanding at guitar and fiddle. She is always pleasant to listen to, and to see her live is a real treat for anyone


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Author's Note:
Probably a little different than the way you wanted it…oo;
-Raven A. Star
Trying to Remember You
She rushed into the bathroom and took a quick shower. Quickly getting dressed in her uniform, she brushed her hair and teeth and rushed back into her room to her closet. She threw open the door and reached inside, pulling out a small rectangular shaped box, which was actually a video.
The empath walked over to her door and took a deep breath. This would be the first time she would actually give a gift to anyone, and it was a gift she made all by herself.The special occasion was that it was a five year anniversary. Five years they had been a team, and Raven had been making this video during those five years. She promised herself the first day they became a team that five years later she would show a video to all of them together in the living room, like a family would.
Adjusting the broche on her cloak, she stepped out and tiptoed down the hallway to the main room where everyone was bustling about, much busier than normal.
Raven walked in smiling and held up the video. "Hello everyone! I have a sur-"
Robin rushed by fixing a tie that he was wearing. "Sorry Raven, can't talk right now. Starfire and I are late for an appointment with Bruce." He rushed out the front door with Starfire. Raven watched as they hopped onto the R-Cycle and sped off to the city.
Sighing, she looked around for Beast Boy and Cyborg. 'Them two shouldn't be too busy.' She was wrong. Cyborg dashed past Raven causing a rush of wind to distort her hair. Raven was about to call his name when Beast Boy ran after Cyborg.
Raven watched in utter confusion. "Where are you two going in such a rush?"
"The president of Nintendo asked us to come and play some new games, you know, testing them. Gotta go, bye Raven!" Cyborg called out as the two ran out of the Tower and hopped into the T-Car. Raven watched as it sped away.
Raven's once happy expression died, just like her promise. Sighing, Raven took the video and held it above the garbage can. "Perhaps five years was a waste." She dropped it into the trash and walked up to her room, saddened by the fact that no one remembered that it was their five year anniversary.
Walking into her room, she closed the door and flopped on her bed. Maybe just laying there would calm her down and clear her mind.
Just then the Titans alarm went off. Raven jumped from her bed and floated through the floor to the main room. She typed a few codes onto the keyboard and then a map came up with a description of the crime and villain. Raven sighed.
Cinderblock. Easily taken care of. But could she do it alone?
'Only one way to find out.' She exited the Tower and flew to the crime downtown.
Cinderblock stomped out of the prison and growled loudly. Several prisoners ran out cheering him on. Cinderblock took no notice, and turn with his fist forward and smashed another wall.
Suddenly, all the prisoners that were running away were enveloped in black and hovered in the air. They looked around worriedly, and then saw a figure with a blue cloak on appear from the ground. The white eyes boring into theirs.
"Nice try." Raven smirked, and flew into the prison leaving the police guards to get them down and cage them again.
Raven flew in and inspected the scene. Cinderblock wasn't in view, but she could guess where he was heading. She flew through the holes in the wall, glancing side to side for the criminal.
Just as suddenly as he came, Raven was forced up against a wall with Cinderblock growling in her face. She grunted from his fists pushing her into the concrete.
"You…won't get away this time…" Her eyes glowed white and then Cinderblock flew across the grounds and slammed into the wall on the other side.
Using her powers, Raven lifted up a steel beam that lay beside her in a pile of debris from the wall and wrapped it around him. Looking at her handy work, Raven smirked and wiped her hands clean by clapping them.
"Well, that was easy. Wish we could've done that before."
"Hey Raven!"
Raven turned around and saw Beast Boy and Cyborg running over to her. She frowned and lowered herself onto the pavement. "What are you two doing here? I thought you were with the president person."
Cyborg nodded. "We were, but the Titans alarm went off on my arm and we rushed over to stop him." Cyborg tilted his head. "I guess you already did it."
Raven blushed slightly and rubbed the back of her head. "Yeah, I guess so."
"Good work Raven."
Starfire flew over and hugged Raven tightly. "Well done, friend Raven! You have defeated the block of cinder!"
Raven began to gasp for air. "That's Cinderblock, Star, and could you let me go please!"
Starfire released Raven and hovered over to Cinderblock who was struggling slightly in the binds.
Robin and the two other Titan boys walked over and were about to bring Cinderblock into a special cell when a groan was heard. They looked around worriedly as the groaning got louder.
Beast Boy grinned nervously and rolled on the heal of his shoes. "What was that?"
Robin looked around. "Sounded like something is weakening and is about to give out. We gotta get out of this area right now."
Raven was about to go over and helped them when a small about of plaster dust showered down on her shoulder. She looked up and gasped.
Robin looked over just in time to make an expression of horror appear. "Raven! Look out!"
Just as it came, it stopped. The concrete ceiling to the prison gave way and buried the Titan under mounds of the heavy material. Raven gave out a cry as a crossbeam dropped onto her. The four other Titans coughed as the dust filled the air.
Beast Boy looked over and cried out. "Raven!" He dashed over to the mound of cement and began to dig her out in gorilla form. Forgetting about Cinderblock, the other three Titans rushed over to get their friend out.
Beast Boy dug through the debris vigorously as he cried out her name several times. "Come on Raven! Stay with us! Say something! Let us know you're okay! Raven!"
Starfire lifted up a huge slab and tossed it aside. "Friends! I have found Raven!" The three rushed over and saw Raven's arm sticking out. They began to clear the garbage away as more and more of Raven came into view.
Beast Boy thought they lost her at first, but then Raven coughed and gasped for air. She opened her eyes and groaned.
The changeling wrapped his arms around her and pulled her out. Raven's head spun as she was carried to a safer area. Beast Boy transformed into normal form and then placed her on her feet.
"You okay Raven? Raven?" Raven began to slump as Beast Boy caught her. The three other Titans crowded around Raven and watched as she closed her eyes as if she were going to faint.
"I'm going to take her to the hospital!" Beast Boy transformed into a horse with Raven on his back and galloped out of the prison towards the hospital.
Robin turned to the other two. "Why Beast Boy is doing that, we'll help the police with Cinderblock. Then head right over to the hospital."
The nodded and headed back in to bring Cinderblock into custody.
Beast Boy paced back and forth in front of the door to the room Raven was in. The doctors told him to wait there until they were done examining her and fixing up her wounds. He couldn't take any longer. He was about to pound the door down when a hand placed itself on his shoulder. He turned and saw Starfire with pleading eyes.
"Please, Beast Boy, you must calm down. Sit with us until they deliver the news."
Beast Boy held out his hands in exasperation. "I can't, Star. I just can't. Raven is in there injured and-"
"Beast Boy, you can see her."
Beast Boy was about to charge into the room when the doctor grabbed him by the collar of his uniform.
"Hang on, if you go in that quickly you could give her a heart attack, she's still woozy from the medicine we gave her. But you can bring her home, she is well enough to go."
Beast Boy nodded. "Okay, sorry."
The doctor released his grip on Beast Boy and walked away, leaving the Titan to go in and great their friend. Raven sat on the table with her legs dangling over the edge of it. She stared off into space, and didn't say anything when they walked in.
"Hey Raven, you okay?"
"You are uninjured?"
"You gonna be well to train later this week?"
"You well enough to help me tune up the T-Car?"
Raven looked up startled and backed away slightly. Robin frowned. "Hey, wait, calm down everyone, let's just bring Rae home. She's probably really tired and probably wants some rest. Let's go."
Robin and Beast Boy helped Raven out of the hospital and led her to the T-Car. Beast Boy rushed forward and opened the door for her and she sat down on the seat and buckled up.
The five arrived at the Tower a few minutes later and led Raven up to the front door. Starfire opened it and watched as Beast Boy led Raven inside.
"I'll make some herbal tea for yah, and get yah one of your books and…Raven, are you okay?"
Raven had a look of pure horror and shock. She was shaking slightly and clung onto her cloak tightly.
"Who are you four?"
The four Titans looked at her in total shock. Beast Boy was the first to speak. "What do you mean who are you four?"
Raven nearly burst into tears. "Where am I? Who are you? Who am I?" Her emotions began to rise even more and her powers began to go out of control. Things began to levitate left and right and several items exploded.
Beast Boy ran over and held her in a hug. "Raven! It's okay! It's okay, calm down…" He shushed her like a mother to a child and she clung onto him as if he were her life raft through the rapids.
Raven looked up to him with tear streaming down her cheeks. Beast Boy spoke again. "Are you sure you don't remember anything?"
She shook her head. She then buried her face on his chest. Beast Boy watched in pity as the girl struggled to remember anything. He looked over to Robin who looked as if he was putting two and two together.
"I guess from the accident, she got quite a bump on the head and she got amnesia."
Raven looked up. "Amnesia? Accident?"
Beast Boy gazed at her worriedly. "You were in an accident, you were buried in a heap of rubble and that is how we guess you forgot everything."
Raven wiped away the tears on her face. "Who are you anyway? And who am I?"
Beast Boy turned and bit his lip for a second, but began to explain everything to her. As he did so, Starfire looked around worriedly, but took a glance in the garbage can and gasped. "What is this?"
She reached in and pulled out the video. She pulled the object out of the cardboard box and red aloud what was written on the label. "'The Teen Titans: Five Years of Chaos and Friends.' Robin, what is this?"
Robin shrugged. "I dunno…"
Cyborg pointed at the video. "Hey, I saw Rae holding that this morning when we were rushing about, we never even asked what it was."
Beast Boy looked over with Raven after he told her the last detail and he raised an eyebrow. "Let me see that." He took it and showed it to Raven. "Do you remember holding this object this morning?"
She shook her head.
Robin sighed. "It's best to let Raven get some rest first before we do anything else. Starfire, can you-"
"I shall assist Raven to her room."
She took Raven's hand and led her to the elevator and they made their way up the Tower.
Beast Boy observed the video and snorted. Cyborg tapped him on the head. "Maybe if you put it in the VCR you would find out what's on it?"
Agreeing, Beast Boy placed the video into the slot. He turned on the television and a face appeared on the screen. It was Raven. She was talking to the camera.
"'Okay, it's on now." She sighed and smiled faintly. "Hello, my name as you guys may know is Raven. This is a present for all of you, since today is our anniversary. Our five year anniversary of being friends and being together. I made this video over those five years, and now I want to remind you and share with you the good times we had and the not-so-good times.
I know it's not like me to be doing something like this, but, I promised myself that if something were to happen we could look back at what we went through, and everything else. Well…enjoy, I guess."
She smiled one last time when the screen faded to black. The scene then changed to the kitchen. "Okay, it's early morning in Titans Tower and it's breakfast time." The scene showed Beast Boy and Cyborg fighting over which would be the meal.
"That's what I'm telling you! Tofu EGGS!"
"Beast Boy!"
Something then clicked for Beast Boy. He quickly turned off the television and video and made a mad dash up the stairs. The other two boys looked at him stunned. "What are you doing Beast Boy?"
Beast Boy glanced over his shoulder and stopped running. "Raven made this video to remind us of everything we went through, now it's time for us to show it to her to remind her who she is and who we are."
Beast Boy disappeared up the stairs leaving Cyborg scratching his head. "You know, that's the most sensible thing I've heard come out of his mouth ever."
Starfire was about to walk into Raven's room with her friend when Beast Boy's shouts filled the hallway. "WAIT!"
"Beast Boy? What is wrong?"
"Bring Raven back down to the living room!"
Raven looked around nervously. "What is going on…"
"No time, come on!"
He grabbed Raven's hand and dashed down the hallway and stairs to the living room. He placed her on the couch and sat next to her with the other Titans sitting around them.
He picked up the remote and waved it. "Raven, you made this video. You were going to share it with us today but we never gave you a chance. And now we're going to share it with you."
Raven raised an eyebrow in confusion but sat on the couch and waited as the image appeared on the screen.
"And that my friends, is what happened over the five miserable, yet, fun years you've put me through. But I got a hand it to you, you're still alive."Raven smiled on the screen and it faded to black.
Beast Boy turned to Raven and saw her face drenched in tears. He picked up a box of tissues and she took a couple and wiped her eyes.
"You going to be okay Raven?"
Raven nodded. "I think so." She got to her feet and began to walk towards the stairwell. She was halfway up the stairs when she suddenly tipped backwards drowsily and slid down the stairs and hit Beast Boy, who flew into Robin who fell backwards.
Cyborg and Starfire helped them to their feet. Beast Boy however was having a spasm.
"Raven! Are you okay! I should've made you take the elevator, oh, it's my fault, I'm so…"
"Beast Boy, calm down. What's going on?"
Beast Boy gazed into her eyes and saw her smiling. "What got you so riled up? And why am I on the floor? And why am I at the Tower? Wasn't I supposed to be back at the prison fighting Cinderblock?"
Beast Boy's eyes swelled up with tears. "RAVEN! You're back!" He hugged her and her eyes bugged out of her head.
Raven gasped for air. "Would someone mind explaining what's going on?"
Beast Boy grinned at her when he released her from his hug. "Some other time Raven, but…well…I'm sorry about this morning."
Starfire twitched happily, and enveloped everyone in a hug. "Happy Five Years of Being Friends!"
Raven looked around worriedly. "The tape…I had…"
"We watched it."
Raven looked at Beast Boy in confusion. "What?"
"We watched it, because we hoped that it would help you regain your memory. You had an accident, and, well, found the tape and now here we are."
Raven smiled. "Well, this is…an interesting way to celebrate five years of being a Titan."
Beast Boy leaned in towards her face. "I know."
Raven leaned in towards his face until their lips barely touched each other. Starfire released her grip on them, and just as she did, Beast Boy wrapped his arms around Raven and pulled her closer to him to deepen the kiss.
Starfire wiped away a tear. "It is so marvelous."
Cyborg nodded. "Yeah…you know what this calls for? A celebration! I'm making waffles!"
He rushed downstairs with Starfire flying after him. Robin walked down after them grinning from ear to ear.
Beast Boy released Raven from the kiss and hug and took her hand. "Raven…I'm so glad you're okay."
Raven leaned in and whispered in his ear. "I could never forget you. Not now, not ever."
-The End-


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Only Three Weeks in New Zealand? Yeah Right —
Tracey Barnett © March2006
You have been stuffing a half dozen Kiwi guidebooks inside your pillowcase at night so you can dream about a trip to the land of the long white cloud for years now. Yet when it comes time to make it happen–splat!–your trip itinerary resembles a Jackson Pollock painting. The dirty travel truth is Americans too often make the same maddening New Zealand trip planning mistakes. We don't have to be a travelling Homer Simpson-Hawaiian shirt tour de force. We can get it right. Just put this in your Blackberry and smoke it:
Trip hazard #1: Do not combine a trip to New Zealand with a trip to Australia. End of story, no arguing. Think of a well-meaning Kiwi tourist telling you they want to do a see-America-AND-Canada trip in 3 weeks. Might as well throw in 14 European countries in 15 days and call it a night with a handful of Ritalin. Your life is not a reality travel race TV show. This place deserves your undivided attention.
I know–you only have 2-3 weeks holiday to set aside after visiting the "rellies" for Groundhog's Day but most Europeans manage to devote 4-6 weeks to see this country properly. You are travelling a hell of a long way, make an exception and add time to your itinerary. Who lays on their deathbed bemoaning the fact that they took an extra two-week's holiday in 2006?
Trip Hazard #2: Don't focus on the cities. New Zealand cities are very nice [and not terribly foreign feeling by American measure]– but the real beauty of New Zealand is the land and its astounding sense of place. If you fly into Auckland and out of Queenstown or Christchurch and don't step foot in a town with a population larger than your university graduation class, you will not have been cheated. Yes, if your trip falls near September [Wearable Art Festival] or February/March [International Arts Festival] run to Wellington and it's terrific Te Papa national museum and don't look back. Otherwise, think of this trip as activity-centered destinations and don't give any city more than a day or two, especially if you only have three weeks.
Trip Hazard #3: Resist the urge to come at Christmas. Okay, it might be your longest holiday span but it is also dicey weather-wise in New Zealand, often a faux summer that is pretty unconvincing until mid January. The best time to travel to New Zealand is late January through March. The mad Kiwi holiday rush is finished by late January and most have returned to work. If you are a ski bum and want to visit in winter, remember that international departures from Queenstown are seasonal, making Christchurch the next logical choice for your outbound flight.
Trip Hazard #4: I may get rotten kiwi fruit thrown at my North Island front door for saying this, but plan on spending at least 2/3rds or more of your time in the South Island no matter how long you stay. The exception to this is if you are a sailor/kayaker and want to do the Bay of Islands in the North Island. Otherwise, there is a reason why they call the South Island "God's Country." It is as if they took all the most beautiful bits of America and smushed them into an area a little smaller than California to make driving more manageable. Make the South Island the focus of your trip. Trust me. Don't let p.c. guidebooks tell you otherwise.
Trip Hazard #5: Scrap the suitcase if you are under age 50. Wheels-schmeels, you need to be able to move about the place with nothing much bigger than a microwave on your back and live to tell the tale.
Besides, you will never need nice clothes, ever. No exception to this rule. New Zealand's Prime Minister would negotiate trade agreements in flip-flops [Kiwi translation: jandals] if she could.
What you do need is excellent hiking/walking shoes, comfortable casual clothes, a raincoat, a polar fleece jacket, a daypack, and if you are into hiking, a good pack with appropriate hiking gear inside. If your fitness level is a two-hour hike or a two-week tramp, this is the place to do it. Travel light, be fleet of foot and your feetsies will reward you with stunning, accessible scenery. There is a reason Kiwis always say, "Good on ya Mate." They are referring to where your luggage should go.
Ready for a three-week sample itinerary that makes sense?
Arrive Auckland: Explore the city, dinner in the Viaduct or on Ponsonby Road; leave in the afternoon of day 2.
Bay of Islands or Coromandel Peninsula: [choose either]for a short 1-3 night trip. Book this one ahead of time. Find a beautiful spot, rent a 'Bach' [small cottage] and splurge on coastal beauty. Every trip deserves a beach/veg/navel-gazing segment. This is it.
Rotorua: Make sure to catch the 12:15 show at the NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and sniff out their geysers and boiling mud pools. Park your behind in a steamy thermal stream or a lovely lake the next day.
Fly to Christchurch: Explore Christchurch's new art museum; stroll around the old university arts complex. See if Dumbledore look-alike, The Wizard, is orating in Cathedral Square while you play a local on the giant chess set, have a beer at Dux DeLux, sleep, then head out of town with a rental car to charming Akaroa on the Banks Peninsula for the next night.
Mt. Cook/Aoraki: This is New Zealand's grand cloud piercer, attended by 22 other peaks over 3000 meters. The Hooker Valley hike is a must and accessible for all levels of fitness. Mueller Hut makes a terrific overnight for those considerably more fit.
Wanaka is a mini-me Queenstown on half the steroids. Just pretend you are going to Puzzle World for the kids and ignore that half the folks there don't have any. The entire area is lovely, leading you to…
Mt. Aspiring National Park: If you want to sample your first tramping hut experience, Mt.Aspiring Hut is an easy, flat walk through a beautiful valley ringed by towering peaks [4 hrs return]. The Rob Roy Glacier hike is a wonderful next day pay-off on the way back to the car.
Queenstown: This is the frustrated Olympian-wannabes zip code. How else can you explain this gorgeous setting with every conceivable adventure tourism activity just a credit card swipe away. Even the teeming masses Jet boat, bungy jump and paraglide. Only here can you see a busload of middle-aged Indian women get their saris tangled up on the mountain luge ride with such freewheeling conviviality.
Glenorchy: Need a breather from flinging yourself off precipices? One hour Northwest of Queenstown is the remote, quiet tranquillity of LOTR's Country. If you don't know the abbreviation by now, you haven't been listening. Invite an Orc in for cocktails. Relax the pace and enjoy the hushed beauty.
Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound Fiordland is the place where shutterbugs and sandflies come together as one. Hikers, this is the area to consider committing yourself to a longer hut-to-hut walk like the Routeburn, or the Grand-daddy of them all, the Milford Track [reservations required for this trek only.]
If you can't possibly stomach another National Geographic vista at this point, head to the Otago Peninsula instead and watch blue penguins waddle at your feet while Albatross soar overhead. A tough second choice.
Depart from Queenstown–then kick yourself for not allowing enough time for Punakaiki's Pancake rocks and the entire West Coast, the pristine Abel Tasman coastline or the whales of Kaikoura, among so many other greatest hits.
Just pinky promise you'll do it right next time.
6 Responses to "Only Three Weeks in New Zealand? Yeah Right"
I am a 22 year old from New York. I will be heading to NZ in a little over a week for a 6 month trip. I just read your article in the NZ Herald, "What if?" I liked it so much I decided to read more about you. This is another great article that confirms some of my original itinerary and gave me some great new ideas. I don't really have a point to this comment, just wanted to say thank you for the insightful writing. I can't wait to see what NZ has to offer.
Thanks for the great write up. This has been really helpful. Looking forward to an awesome trip
Just read your article while planning my 3 week trip around NZ. From other info, my plan was just as you mentioned, spend more time in the south island. Thanks for the info on those places. While planning, I realised, Im using your info as a bible.
I am planning a trip to NZ during Aug/Sept and your article just made me want to travel there more than ever. Amazing piece of writing and if you do have any more ideas/tips for traveling in NZ during Spring, appreciate it if you could let me know! Have a great day
Chucks, I'm leaving for Oceania(!) next Saturday and I'm committing all the mistakes you mention above. I'm spending one week in Oz and three weeks in New Zealand (at least I got that bit part right). But I'm planning on staying on North Island, driving around to all the sites. Oh well, at least it's possible to return in the future, though it's a long haul from Sweden.
Top class article saved me some serious planning
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I don't know how, but I seem to have gone to war with my youngest little dude, Hyper Lad.
No, the two of us haven't banded together to take on a superior foe. It's not us against the world. It turns out, it's me against him, the loser gets the stuffing scared out of him.
Yeah. We're in a Scare War.
Seriously, I have no idea how this started, but Hyper Lad has this thought that his life won't be complete until he's the cause of his dad squealing like a little girl and sprinting for the horizon at top speed.
To which end, he's hidden around corners. He's camped out under beds. He's secreted himself in closets. He's stood freezing out in the night air, around the corner from the big trash can, out of sight, on the off chance that I'll go outside before he becomes a Hypercicle and empty the trash. All so he can leap out, screaming at the top of his lungs and waving his arms around like a crazy man.
Now, as fun as this sounds, and it does sound fun, I foresee several problems for Hyper Lad. The first is that he's ridiculously easy to startle/scare. Honestly, all I have to do is walk a few steps ahead of him, turn the corner first and then turn back around to boo the boy. I almost feel bad for the young dude.
I mean, there is some sort of visceral thrill of seeing someone else squeal like a little girl and then head for the horizon at top speed.
As long as that person isn't you, of course.
Now, the second problem for Hyper Lad is that, like all dads, I am startle proof. No, really. I've trained myself so much that my startle reflex isn't so much a reflex as a suggestion and one easily ignored at that.
As a dad, I've seen worse than a suddenly appearing and screaming face. And I've seen it, many days, even before I've cracked open that first coke of the morning.
He's not waving around an eviction notice, or a bill from a new credit card opened by my wife, known (secretly) to me as She Who Must Be Shopping, and then forgotten about until the collectors start calling, or even Hyper Lad's own face waving around yet another driver's license and insurance request.
Jumping out and screaming? Dude, please.
The poor young dude doesn't stand a chance.


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It's more and more apparent that #BritneySpears is a badass bitch who is here to stay, no matter what 2007 might try and tell you, but the pop star might be even 'Stronger' than we ever possibly imagined. Namely against Somali pirates.
It turns out that the 'Toxic' warblings of everyone's favorite Cheeto-loving angel have the power to terrify pirates and empty the high seas of danger. If you don't believe me, just listen to Merchant Naval officer Rachel Owens explain why her team thought Brit was up to the job:
Shockingly, the songs the British Navy are using aren't even from Blackout (Sorry BritBrit, it's not your best work) and they actually favor Britney's earlier, more recognizable outputs such as 'Oops! I Did It Again' and 'Baby One More Time,' to make the pirates flee in horror.
Personally, I feel like they are missing a trick by not utilizing the most potent Britney number ever created which I have helpfully left for you below:
British Navy, if you ever need a new playlist, let me know. Forever, Email my heart.
Which Britney song would you use to scare pirates away?
(Source: The Guardian)


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Inside Uncomplicated Methods In meal replacement shakes
3 Tricks to Snacking as well as Weight Loss
Your stomach is grumbling, you really feel lightheaded, lightheaded or weak as well as lunch or dinner is still hrs away. You are considering the cookies on the counter. If you assume that your best option is to deny on your own, reconsider. Snacks could conserve your diet day (or evening). The 3 significant benefits of snacking include:
1. Binge control. Snacking on a high-protein bar, yogurt, a piece of fruit or raw veggies could keep you from taking second or 3rd helpings at your next meal and aid you eat fewer complete calories throughout the day.
2. Extra energy and also nutrients. Snacking suits our busy way of livings, supplies flexibility as well as helps stave off appetite. Healthy, grab-and-go treats could be a great source of nutrition.
3. May protect against tension or psychological eating. Paying attention to your body and also consuming when you are starving is helpful, and also preferred over consuming because the clock claims it is time or since you are tired, pressured, depressed or emotional.
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Gloucestershire. The place name is in turn derived from the Old English "elm," meaning "elm," and "ofer," meaning "river bank," or "ridge." Another authority claims that the name was originally an Anglo-Saxon personal name. [1]CITATION[CLOSE]
Lowe, Mark Anthony, Patronymica Britannica, A Dictionary of Family Names of the United Kingdom. London: John Russel Smith, 1860. Print.
Elmar Early Origins
Hampshire, where the first on record appears to have been Godwinus filius Elmari listed in 1115.
Elmar Spelling Variations
Elmar Spelling Variations
The English language only became standardized in the last few centuries; therefore, spelling variations are common among early Anglo-Saxon names. As the form of the English language changed, even the spelling of literate people's names evolved. Elmar has been recorded under many different variations, including Aylmer, Aylmore, Elmar, Elmer, Elmers, Elmore and others.
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This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Elmar research. Another 207 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1208, 1221, 1316, 1601, 1602, 1602, 1602, 1733, 1516, 1574, 1543, 1552, 1553, 1557, 1558, 1570, 1571, 1521, 1594 and 1672 are included under the topic Early Elmar History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Elmar Early Notables (pre 1700)
Elmar Early Notables (pre 1700)
Distinguished members of the family include Edward Almer or Aylmer (c. 1516-1574), of Denbigh and Gresford, Denbighshire, a Welsh politician, Justice of the Peace for Denbighshire from 1543 to his death and High Sheriff of Denbighshire...
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For many English families, the political and religious disarray that shrouded England made the far away New World an attractive prospect. On cramped disease-ridden ships, thousands migrated to those British colonies that would eventually become Canada and the United States. Those hardy settlers that survived the journey often went on to make important contributions to the emerging nations in which they landed. Analysis of immigration records indicates that some of the first North American immigrants bore the name Elmar or a variant listed above:
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Somewhat belatedly, here are the photos of my not one, but two scarves:
They are both lovely long skinny scarves. Sadly the photos don't do the colours justice, especially on the gorgeous turquoise scarf. I'd try photos in the daylight but we have to head out early tomorrow - we're going on holiday. And as it's in the UK (Northumberland) I can wear my scarves
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No longer is it just conservative media that are pointing out the hypocrisy of President Obama's current stand on dictating amnesty through executive orders. No longer is the cry of self-contradictory positions by Obama coming solely from the right side of the political spectrum.
In a lengthy analysis of how Obama's own words and legal arguments have radically changed over the years, the New York Times points out the numerous instances when Obama, the so-called "constitutional law professor," has forcefully said he could not do what he is apparently about to do — act unilaterally to impose dramatic changes in U.S. immigration law and its enforcement.
The Times story, entitled "Using Executive Order on Immigration, Obama Would Reverse Long-Held Stance," is filled with incriminating Obama quotes from the president's speeches and appearances.
President Obama is poised to ignore stark warnings that executive action on immigration would amount to "violating our laws" and would be "very difficult to defend legally."
Those warnings came not from Republican lawmakers but from Mr. Obama himself.
For years, as the New York Times aptly points out, the president has repeatedly told Latino activists and Democratic allies that his acting on his own to shield millions of immigrants from deportation without an act of Congress "would amount to nothing less than the dictates of a king, not a president."
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…during a Google Hangout in February 2013…"This is something that I have struggled with throughout my presidency," Mr. Obama said. "The problem is, is that I'm the president of the United States, I'm not the emperor of the United States. My job is to execute laws that are passed."
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ZURICH, March 15 (Reuters) - Swiss stocks were expected to open slightly up on Friday in line with other European markets as investors hoped for another batch of strong U.s. economic data.
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Michael Jackson was scolded by a judge today for arriving 21 minutes late to enter a not guilty plea on child molestation charges, as the pop star made a grand arrival — and even more dramatic exit — through crowds of supporters and media.
Superior Court Judge Rodney S. Melville reportedly was annoyed by the singer's late entrance. Addressing Jackson, Melville said the singer had begun the court appearance on "the wrong foot," according to broadcast reports. When Jackson's lead defense lawyer, Mark Geragos, stood up to respond, Melville stopped him and downplayed the admonition as only a "polite warning."
Jackson, 45, is charged with seven counts of performing lewd or lascivious acts on a child under 14 and two counts of administering an intoxicating agent, believed to be wine.
Court officials read all nine charges to Jackson, who responded with "not guilty." Jackson turned himself over to Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department on Nov. 20 and has been free on $3-million bail. Jackson's next court date was set for Feb. 13.
Also, the judge moved to keep the crush of media and distraction outside the courtroom by approving a gag order on the proceedings.
The judge also denied a request by news organizations, including The Times, to make public sealed warrants related to Jackson's arrest.
Outside the courtroom, the day started with a choreographed flair usually reserved for a red carpet entrance. Members of Jackson's family emptied out of stretch limousines and walked through throngs of cheering fans into the Santa Maria courthouse. Jackson family patriarch Joe Jackson arrived first, followed by brothers Jermaine and Tito, sister Janet, and mother Katherine.
Michael Jackson made a solo arrival. Three SUVs carrying the singer's entourage left Neverland ranch about 8:15 a.m. and were met at the courthouse by crowds that began a chant of "innocent, innocent" after the singer held up two fingers in a peace sign from one of the cars.
Members of the Nation of Islam, standing stone-face in their signature suits, helped hold back the fans.
Jackson stepped out and ducked under an umbrella to avoid the glare of the sun. Though late, Jackson stopped to shake hands with fans, as a corona of television cameras, handlers and Nation of Islam members formed around him. Jackson directed one cameraman to get a shot of fans reaching for the pop star, their fingers jammed through the links of a metal fence.
After Jackson left the courthouse at about 10:50 a.m. — dancing on the roof of a car to the delight of screaming onlookers — his attorneys apologized for the singer's tardiness.
"In fairness to Mr. Jackson, it takes 20 minutes to make it a 100 yards when you are in the company of Mr. Jackson," said Benjamin Brafman, who joined the defense team on Thursday. Brafman successfully defended rapper Sean "P. Diddy" Combs on gun charges and bribery charges in 2001.
This morning, the scene outside the courthouse was chaos. People were clustered deep along the sidewalks, many of them fans, as if they were expecting movie stars to appear during the Oscars.
Several hundred fans were there to prop up the self-described King of Pop. And fans reached out to try to touch him or shake his hand as he walked by slowly in a dark suit, wearing sunglasses while holding an umbrella.
Earlier, Jackson impersonators were entertaining the crowd, along with Howard McCrary, one of Jackson's backup singers, who sang gospel tunes and swayed side to side with a man dressed like Charlie Chaplin, one of Jackson's favorite actors.
Other fans held a red banner measuring a half-block long saying, "Michael Jackson is innocent."
Several supporters said that they believed Jackson would not hurt anyone. One traveler from Japan said she came to let Jackson know that she still believes in his innocence. "I love Michael," said Tomoko Satomuri, 41, who teaches English. "I just had to be here. I couldn't just sit at home."
Times staff writers Daryl Strickland in Los Angeles and Erin Ailworth and Steve Chawkins in Santa Maria contributed to this story.


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After work I drove south of Karratha along a quiet dirt road that wound it's way across an undulating plain of spinifex and shrubs between rocky hills, the track dipping from time to time into dry tree lined creeks while looking for what sorts of birds are about. A pair of Australian Bustards unhurriedly walked off, their heads held high and their bills tilted upwards. Zebra Finch were the most common flying up in groups from foraging on the ground beside the track.
As the sun went below the horizon darkness descended on the country.
Where the road crosses the upper reaches of the Nickol River water from late autumn rainfall remains. Many of the rivers and creeks in the Pilbara are still hold abundant supplies of water in pools like these.
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