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Well if the rest of this 365 is as interesting and revealing to me as the first two days then it won't just be worthwhile it will be worthwhile in spades.
This is Rosie. She lives with a private tuition student of mine. I had wanted to shoot her for ages, just as a lighting challenge, but what I got from this was far more than that. I've found that I like shooting dogs. This is the second one in two months. The first was with her owner so this is the first solo dog.
I treated it much like shooting a portrait as far as lighting her. The processing is quite a bit different.
The cheese yesterday was fun and quite a change from shooting people. I will do a lot more food type shots in this project but I don't expect them to be as satisfying for me as shooting live subjects.


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New life looks set to be breathed into Padiham town centre after £1.45m. worth of Heritage Lottery funding moved a step closer to being secured.
Burnley Council has received initial support for the Padiham Townscape Heritage Initiative bid which would see a substantial area of the Padiham town centre conservation area transformed.
The council submitted a bid into the HLF Townscape Heritage fund last year as part of Padiham's "Crafting the Future" project. The proposal focuses on an area of Victorian buildings, which includes 40 properties along Burnley Road at the heart of Padiham and are predominantly in retail use.
The council has been awarded a first round pass offering a development grant of up to £48,200 towards the development of the scheme. The pass means that money has been set aside by the HLF for the scheme and gives the green light to progress plans to apply for the full grant.
The full grant involves a five-year programme bid for £1.45m. which will look at five separate areas. These inlcude physical works to buildings, a public realm scheme, an education and engagement programme, a heritage/conservation skills programme and project management and evaluation.
Burnley Council deputy Leader John Harbour said: "The great news from the HLF that we have been awarded a first round pass for Padiham's Crafting the Future project couldn't have come at a better time, after the recent floods which caused significant disruption in Padiham Town Centre.
"The town has bounced back from the floods with great passion and resilience and it will be a great injection of confidence for the future for them that we have reached this positive stage towards securing substantial funding for the transformation and conservation works to the historic town centre buildings."

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Dec. 14, 2008
The Week Ahead...
Humble thanks from this year's Matador Hall of Fame class ... Bob Vazquez, Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations, offers his weekly insights on the accomplishments of the teams, coaches, and student-athletes who compete for Cal State Northridge ... For more information on CSUN Athletics, go to the new website of Matador Athletics, www.gomatadors.com
Hall of Fame Hoopla...
It has been pretty amazing the reaction from the 2009 inductees into the Matador Hall of Fame ... Clearly, each candidate is deserving of entry into this distinguished group of former CSUN student-athletes, coaches and administrators ... Here were some of the reactions when each inductee was informed of the good news.
"I am honored to be inducted into the Matador Hall of Fame" - former CSUN football great Marcus Brady
"It's because of my teammates and coaches that I am receiving this honor. Thank you." - former Matador basketball great Brian Heinle
"I never thought about making the Hall of Fame as one my goals, but I always thought it would be pretty cool if I ever did make it one day." - former Matador swimming great Jeff Kubiak
"When I first heard the news, I was in shock. After all these years, I wasn't sure it would happen or that I even deserved the honor. I am humbled to be included among such a great group (Hall of Famers)." - former CSUN softball great Beth Onestinghel-Woll
"I am honored. My years at Northridge were not only for the school, but for the community as well." - former Matador head soccer coach Marwan Ass'ad
"It is difficult to express how much this selection means to me. This certainly puts an extra large candle with much sparkle on my retirement cake. Thank you so much for this honor." - Former Matador women's track & field head coach Dr. Barbara Swerkes
"It is great that we honor this baseball team by their induction into the Matador Hall of Fame." - Bob Hiegert, head coach of the 1970 Matador national championship baseball team
Each inductee will be honored at the Hall of Fame ceremonies on March 1 at the Warner Center Marriott Hotel in Woodland Hills ... Ticket information regarding the banquet will be announced shortly ... During the induction weekend. the University has a number of athletic events scheduled - February 27 through March 1, the baseball team will host Texas Tech; February 28 - the men's basketball team will host Long Beach State at 3:00 p.m. in a televised game at The Matadome; and on March 1, the women's tennis team will host UC Santa Barbara at noon.
Athletic events THIS WEEK at Cal State Northridge
Thursday, December 18
Men's Basketball vs Pepperdine, The Matadome, 7:05 p.m.
Friday, December 19
Women's Basketball at UNLV, 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 20
Women's Basketball vs Oklahoma State or Southern Mississippi at Las Vegas Classic, tba
Go Matadors...


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text: I received this e-mail this week from Consumer's Union and agree that we are seeing too many mega-mergers in telecom. The telecom industry is turning into a battle between those who want to innovate against those that want to regulate. VoIP has revolutionized telecom and we need to allow this revolution to continue. Allowing a few companies to own all the pipes to all the homes is the worst thing we can to foster innovation and competition. Please forward this entry to others and let them know a telecom market free from competition is likely free of innovation as well.


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Athletics,Men,Muscle Supplements
Our bodies are made up of thousands of cells, tissues and muscles. Amino acids play an important role in our body; we need it to live and function normally. It is an organic compound that collaborates to create Protein. To create Protein, amino acids are connected like a chain that serves as the source of energy in our bodies. It is the second largest element of human muscles, cells and tissues.
A doctoral student named, Stanley Miller (b.1930), reproduced the early atmosphere of the earth; afterwards, he then discovered amino acids. Amino acids contain Amine and Carboxylic Acid.
Amino Acids has 8 essentials and each of these are necessary and important in our health. These are Lysine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptotan, Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine
Aside from the essentials, there are non-essential kind of amino acids such as Alanine, Arginine, Asparagine, Aspartate, Cystine, Glutamic, Glycine, Ornithine, Proline, Serine and Tyrosine.
Animal based food like meat (beef and pork) and chicken are mostly high in protein. Vegetables too, as well as eggs, cheese and nuts are good source of protein.
Of course if you can maintain a healthy diet, you can maintain a healthy and fit body too. You can pair it with a work out that would easily fit according to your body's needs.
Aside from high protein food, supplements can provide the amino acids that are needed in your body. There are safe supplements that you can take especially if you work out and try to burn out fats. Here are the top 10 list of the best amino acids supplement.
1. Nature's best Isopure Aminos – Helps you make the most of your recovery. They have antioxidant and vitamin C (as ascorbic acid).
2. RSP Aminox Edge – This contains natural energy that aims to build muscle and burn fat.
3. Musletech Amino Build Next Gen – Builds muscle and enhance performance.
4. BSN Aminox – Intend to sustain endurance throughout your workout and support in muscle recovery post training.
5. Optimum Nutrition Essential Amin.O. Energy – Brings caffeine to sustain and increase alertness and focus all throughout the day.
6. Evolution Nutrition BCAA Energy – It a high performance energizing supplement for muscle building, recovery and endurance.
7. Scivation Xtend – Also known as intra workout drink. You can drink it while having a long and intense workout to stop catabolic and increase energy levels.
8. Cellucor Cor-performance Beta-BCAA – Helps lean mass, strength gains and reduce training induced muscle soreness.
9. Cellucor Alpha Amino – It is a premium formula to fill endurance, recovery and hydration.
10. BSN Amino Edge – Increases muscular endurance, support recovery, energy and focus.
Find the right workout routine for you and you can use these supplement to support and help you burn fat, build muscles, enhance endurance and support your body to keep it fit and sexy.
Always remember that a healthy lifestyle is the key to staying young and strong.
Before taking any supplement, please seek an advice from the doctor first, because every supplement is not created equal
At one point in history, people preferred synthetic drugs to natural remedies — brushing off the latter as mere folk belief. Today however, we are experiencing a return to Mother Nature's gifts ever since science started discovering the merit behind what we thought as folk tales. One of the more popular natural remedies these days is that of Garcinia Cambogia lauded for its weight-loss and appetite suppressant effects.
Garcinia Cambogia is a tamarind variety often found in East and Southeast Asia as well as parts of Africa. Also called brindleberry, Malabar tamarind, kudam-puli or Garcinia gummi-gutta by locals, it is cited as an effective supplement to help overweight people suppress their appetite, feel fuller longer and boost metabolism. It must be noted however that just like any medication, there are standards on how and how much should a person take this miracle supplement.
Garcinia Cambogia supplements should contain more than 50% HCA (Hydrocitric Acid) since anything less than this percentage will be ineffective. Consumers should also pay attention if the brand they are taking has potassium which will improve absorption. Stay clear of supplements that have fillers (mostly chemicals), caffeine, sugar, binders or artificial ingredients. A lot of brands out there are unregulated and if the standards are not met, there are higher risks for side effects. Most people who take it suffer no ill health effects; however a percentage cited some reactions.
Side effects which were mentioned in various researches include:
– Moderate headaches
– Rashes
– Fatty stools and loose bowel movement
– Restlessness
– Struggle to sleep
Most of these side effects are explicable, and with the use of a trusted quality brand some of these reactions are negligible. Headaches often occur to dieters once their food intake change. Since the supplement suppress one's appetite, mild headaches due to lesser food intake can be expected. Consumers must learn to balance their meals once again to ensure that their body has what it needs but not more than necessary. Fatty stools may result from the supplements ability to reduce the fat that is absorbed by the body which means it needs to be eliminated through what we excrete. This side effect often does not last long as your body gets used to the new process of fat elimination and as you eat less of unhealthy food.
Any weight loss program should come with exercise. Taking a metabolism-boosting supplement without exercise will have some effect on the body's ability to expend the extra energy being created within. So we need to go back to the reality that miracle drug or not, the body needs movement to become healthy and stay well.
If the supplement's quality is warranted and taken in proper dosages — you must be above 18 years old and taking only 2,800 milligrams of HCA at the most per day — the risk of having major reactions is lessened.
Pregnant and lactating women are advised not to take Garcinia Cambogia until results of ongoing research are made available. People taking medications for managing cholesterol should ask for the physician's advice as there may be an adverse reaction to the supplement. Diabetics should be careful in taking the supplement, if at all, since it can lower blood sugar drastically. It is always best to consult your primary physician first before taking ANY supplement, including Garcinia Cambogia.
Health,Men,Muscle Supplements,Nutritions,Women
If you are familiar with body building then, this is not the first time you have encountered the term Whey Protein and perhaps have even taken it as a form of supplement to help you achieve your desired results.
Lifting heavy weights, exercising, running and whatever workout you are doing, you need to make sure that your body is fueled properly while doing them. Mainly, the goal of these fitness routines is to enhance your body physique, sure you've got muscles, but they aren't exactly as ripped as Terry Crews, and that's what you want to focus on.
So together with proper focus, determination and discipline, your body needs nutritious foods, plus the right amount of protein that would let you shape your body the proper way. Eating a lot of meat is not ideal if you want to get a good amount of protein, so you may consider protein supplements such as whey powder.
Here are the top 10 best whey powders that would provide you with the right amount of protein you need for body building:
1. 100% Whey Gold Standard by Optimum Nutrition – This is one of the top favorites among bodybuilders as it contains 24g or protein per serving. It helps in building lean muscles and regeneration, very crucial when you work out almost every day. With only 120 calories and 1 g of fat, this will surely be able to help you trim your waistline and enhance your muscular form. It contains Glutamic Acid, Glutamine, valine and isoleucine and Leucine, and recognized by the Public Health and Safety Company.
2. SYNTHA-6 by BSN – This is one of the best tasting whey protein supplements, which was very rare, it tastes like milkshake and surely your intake will be enjoyable. Definitely one the whey protein supplements that could serve as a full meal and contains healthy fat, fiber, and essential amino acids. These will help in building your stamina and improving your endurance which would decrease your risk of getting injured while doing physically exhausting activities.
3. Pro JYM by JYM – Contains 5.5 g Whey protein isolate, egg albumin, micellar casein and milk protein isolate, all critical in building your muscles. Although a pure whey protein supplement sounds appealing, it does not work as well as those with additional amino acids and other building blocks that help in muscle growth and Pro JYM is heavy on that.
4. RSP Whey by RSP – has 25g of Protein, low fat and carbs perfect for either pre- or post-workout shake or mixing it in meal replacements.
5. Combat Powder by MusclePharm – Gluten free, delicious and nutritious whey protein you can mix with shakes or other digestive blend to maximize nutrition.
6. PHASE8 by Muscle Tech – Contains 97% Whey Protein Isolate and distinctly blend to power your muscles for 8 hours.
7. COR-Performance Whey by Cellucor – Has 25g of fast –acting whey protein, with appropriate amount of digestive enzyme to make you feel full. Also great tasting, and could be taken as snack, meal replacement or a substitute ingredient for your favorite recipes.
8. 100% Casein Protein Powder by Optimum Nutrition – Comes in wide variety of flavors which contains 24 g of slow digesting micellar casein, and 24g of protein.
9. CytoGainer by CytoSport – This is a whey protein powder rich in glutamine, doesn't contain simple sugars, and is fat free which is very delicious. Can be used for intense training.
10. 100% Natural Whey by MET-Rx – This natural whey protein has less cholesterol and saturated fat, and provides you with natural protein which is easily absorbed and delivers maximum results when you work out as it help in the stimulation of muscle protein synthesis.
Some people may think that decreased levels of testosterone or testosterone deficiency is nothing serious and it is just something that comes along with age; however, it is no laughing matter and it should be taken seriously. Based on research, it is said that men without adequate amounts of testosterone levels are prone to higher risks of serious illnesses such as osteoporosis, diabetes, as well as cardiovascular diseases.
Testosterone is indeed a very vital hormone for men since from an early stage during puberty, the hormone helps in the development and growth of the penis and testes; plus, it is also vital when it comes to the growth of pubic and facial hair, as well as the deepening of a male's voice. It does not stop there since testosterone continues to play a vital role even after a male's teenage years; testosterone boosts a man's libido while also improving their mood. So when the levels of testosterone are low, it will have a negative effect on any male's physical and emotional health.
If a man experiences any of these symptoms of low testosterone, seeking help from a doctor should be the first thing to do to inquire about their levels of testosterone. For those who are experiencing low testosterone levels, there are a couple of treatments that can surely aid in the improvement of their sexual responses and strength which will definitely get their testosterone levels back, as mentioned in this Spartagen xt review, which is considered as one of the best testosterone boosters in today's market.
Here are some of the physical signs that display low levels of testosterone in men:
Testosterone is indeed very important for a man's body to function properly since this hormone also aids in the production of hair as well. It is normal for men to eventually grow bald since it is known to be a natural part of aging; however, those with lower levels of testosterone can also experience loss of facial and bodily hair.
When loss of or decreased muscle mass is mentioned, people assume that men turn into weak individuals; this is not the case since men with low levels of testosterone only feel that they do not have enough strength compared to how they felt when they were younger. Based on research, it is said that some men who experience low levels of testosterone notice that their leg, arm, and chest muscles tend to shrink; and if they attempt to lift weights or build their muscles, these men end up frustrated since they have a hard time achieving this.
Men who are experiencing low testosterone levels may also notice an increase in body fat and particularly, they could even develop a condition in which they can get enlarged breasts (gynecomastia). Though experts still haven't found any clear reasons behind this occurrence, it has been suggested that the levels of testosterone in a man's body is what affects this since it influences the way the male's body stores fat.
For men who are experiencing a drop in their testosterone levels, they are most likely experiencing shrinkage in their testicles. When men have decreased levels of testosterone, it can actually cause their testicles to slightly shrink, plus it will also feel softer than usual.
Thinning or decrease in bone mass (osteoporosis) is usually a condition connected only to women; however, males with low testosterone levels also experience bone loss since the hormone helps in the strengthening and the production of a male's bone mass. So men who are experiencing a decrease in their testosterone levels are more susceptible to bone fractures.
It has been reported that males who are experiencing low levels of testosterone have extreme fatigue and a very noticeable drop in their energy levels. When males get tired easily and become sluggish most of the time even if they get adequate amounts of sleep, or if they are having a difficult time motivating themselves to exercise or head to the gym, they are most likely experiencing a drop in testosterone levels since these are common physical signs of males who experience this.
Hot flashes and night sweating are usually linked to a woman's hormonal imbalance especially during their menopausal stage; however, night sweating can also be experienced by men and these can be related to the levels of hormones – since testosterone is a dominant hormone in males, this occurrence has been connected to low levels of testosterone.
Men,Muscle Supplements,Workouts
Body building, gaining mass, or building on important muscles to either boost your health or self-esteem has always been an activity most people are interested in. There are a lot of muscle enhancers available today competing for your attention that promises awesome results in just a couple of weeks' usage.
If you are new in the world of body building, then you might have been bombarded with the options you could choose from, but the question is, why do you need one?
Muscle enhancers are over the counter products that enables you to build on your lean muscle, if you ever wonder why you are still skinny despite actively going to the gym, then you might consider giving them a second look. They are over the counter because they are considered safe for consumption as some would just contain essential protein and amino acids relevant in maximizing your muscle growth capacity.
Now the search for the best muscle enhancer that would fit your needs may be daunting, so we've came up with the best of the best, in no particular order.
Alpha Fuel XT is your best bet in achieving muscle growth partnered with increased sexual drive, and who wouldn't want that? It focuses on lean muscles growth, and also improves metabolism. Once started on the Alpha Fuel XT, you would notice a significant boost on your energy and vigor, which would directly affect your weightlifting performance in a positive way. Having it in capsule form is also helpful in easily consuming the product, think vitamins for your muscles.
Maxtropin Male is a muscle enhancer that takes care of your testosterone levels. Increased levels of testosterone can result to muscle growth and achieving balance in the endocrine system. Having a healthy amount of testosterone is good, but with a quick boost, you will notice the huge difference. You will feel the bulk and shorten period of recovery, meaning you could exercise more often and recuperate effectively.
Vigorous Muscle Maximizer contains L-citruline which enables oxygen and blood to flow healthily in your bloodstream. This enables you to effectively maximize power during rigorous training. L-Arginine that boosts muscle building while you exercise and Citulline Mallate that prevents you from feeling easily tired. It will give you overall efficiency to complete your daily vigorous strength trainings.
ProMuscle Fit lets you achieve your muscles maximum capacity, recover easily from hardcore gym training and provide you with unlimited supply of energy. Not to mention the ripped muscle that you truly desire. Packed with super-active amino acids, this supplement is great to take even before hitting the gym. Have twice the power and endurance every day.
RealNitro has the formulation that is best suited for bodybuilders, athletes and health buffs that are keen on increasing their performance levels. The RealNitro has ingredients that speeds up metabolism and detoxifies the body. What more is that it is made up of healthy blend of certain herbs and plans, including vital minerals. You are not only building up body mass with this supplement, but also enhancing important body processes such as blood flow and oxygenation. Some of the components of this product includes L-Taurine, an antioxidant responsible for dilating blood vessels for increased blood flow and Nitrous Oxide Powder which gives you the necessary positive emotional state.
NO2 Maximus similar to the RealNitro also contains Nitrous Oxide Powder, means it's also a great pre workout supplement. It is made up of L-Arginine HCL, L-Arginine AKG, and Citrulline Malate, the trifecta for building muscle mass which does not leave behind the important functions of the body. This supplement is recommended to be taken at least 3 times a day, if you are serious on gaining some real ripped sort of muscles.
Power Pump XL is not only for health buffs, and professional athletes, this formula is also great for weightlifters because it aims to release healthy flow of testosterone in the body. In appropriate doses the formula will be able to give you clearer mental focus and the power that would drive you in completing your workout. What more is that the Power Pump XL is safe to use as it functions within the capabilities of our body. Once in the body, it also increases the body's fat burning functions, to a leaner and more muscular you.
HT-Rush is the one you should rely on when you want higher energy levels, making you workout like crazy to easily achieve your desired results. This supplement is also all natural, containing elements that would give your testosterone levels a healthy boost, because of its Fenugreek Extract content. Your endurance will also no longer be a problem, as the HT-Rush will give you the power you need to continue enhancing your muscle mass.
Black Label NO could help you in overcoming your training plateau. It is a great pre workout supplement that concentrates in giving you the energy and stamina to push harder and perform better than you ever did before. With each repetition, you could be weakened and put to a stop, but with Black Label NO, you will be able to go forward and propagate. With the right amount of protein intake, you will see huge difference in your muscle growth and be able to be ripped in no time.
Bio Muscle XR is the one to use when you need focus and strength. It's the muscle enhancer that boosts your mood as well. It contains essential vitamins, minerals and herbs that are important in giving your strength even during the toughest workouts. The formulation of L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, and Dipotassium Posphate certainly works its magic.
So, whether you feel the need to push your workout potential to the maximum or just raring to sport a healthy muscular physique, these supplements could come in handy. There are no two products that might work the same way but generally they aim to yield the same results and that is to provide you with the capacity to maximize your muscles full potential.
When people hear the words "Diet" and "Exercise", they tend to think of it as a torturous chore – especially the latter word. Too many fad diets have come and gone due to people either splurging on a nasty cheat day, or just not able to keep up because they're expensive or taste bad (veggies?! No!). At least, that's what's happened to most people.
That said, people completely gave up on the "Diet" portion, and just went to the "Exercise" bit. Aye, what you take in can and will affect the amount of "work" you have to do to finally wear that favorite shirt or pair of trousers again, but who says it has to be work when you can make it FUN? Most workouts have come from boredom , so we've listed 7 ways you can actually take out the work in workout.
The first not so deadly way to work out starts all in your head. It's always a battle of wills versus your wonts. You really need to just dive into it. Motivation can always help – friends, especially the ones you trade mean jokes with, can really help. Run a bet with him/her, but don't make it a big one. Start small.
"I bet you P500 I can jog from here to there this amount of times without collapsing."
"I bet you P1,000.00 I can do 3 gym sessions in a week."
Surely, you're not going to lose that money to your buddy just like that, eh? The bets don't have to revolve around money, but they're a good way of getting you in the mood to do it. This works with family and loved ones too.
Gyms are expensive, unless these are the local ones where it's all weights, and maybe a couple of treadmills or other cardio machines if you're lucky. Unless you've reached a certain point of enthusiasm for getting fit, going to a gym just isn't worth it unless you've got zero room to work out at your place.
Bodyweight workouts are awesome. You can do them right on your bedroom floor, and the only cost to this is maybe a yoga mat and some weights for the ankles & wrists, if you want to go that far. Push-ups, squats, lunches, shadow boxing, high knees, jumping jacks – there's so many of them. There's a cool feeling of accomplishment when you finish a circuit or two. You think "nice, I can lift my own bodyweight a little more now.", and you're hitting more than one area at a time. If you Google "Neila Rey workouts", you'll see lots of these turn up. We practically got six of these charts – The Night's Watch, Master Chief, Wolverine, Jedi, Dragonborn and Highlander, one for each day, and chill on Sunday.
Getting in there starts in your head, but being able to keep going often leads you back in there. It happens a lot. For example, when you're doing The Night's Watch workout and on your 2nd set, you start thinking you can't do another set after this, so you just go on autopilot thinking about what you'll do next after your workout, and just burst on to the 3rd set, and so on. Before you know it you are finishing your 6th set. Just think to yourself "I won't have to do this again tomorrow… I'll be having a massage… That'll be good…" As you push on.
As suicidal as that sounds, this actually strengthens your immune system and gets the pain off at the same time. If you saw Floyd Mayweather Jr. working out, once done he just jumps up and down a bit before running to the bathroom and stepping inside this human sized freezer for a few seconds to cool down. Obviously we can't afford said human sized freezer, so a cold bath works just fine.
Once you've reached a point where you feel you've got your routine down pat, get a friend or a loved one to join you. Remember #3 about taking your mind off of the pain? Same thing here, but it's more fun and less effort as you're teaching them, and maybe they'll challenge you to add more reps, run a longer distance, do another lap, and so on.
People who are real fitness buffs have told me this, time and time again, and it's true. Your body will eventually memorize your routine and it will get used to it sooner or later. One time, doing 3 sets of The Wolverine workout with only 30 seconds rest in between was a breeze. It felt good, and you fail to see that you are getting smaller and smaller results compared to the first few months when you were starting out. Upping the ante by swimming, and buying some ankle & wrist weights to add resistance, will yield better results.
If you're constantly running, do some bodyweight workouts or do some swimming, and vice versa. If you feel that last routine you did was too easy and you're not able to do anything new, just add more reps or do it even faster!
Okay – so this isn't necessarily a tip for when you're working out, but it's an important tip for the overall experience. This kind of relates to #6 as well. Eventually, your body will seriously get used to the routine every time you up the ante by adding reps and trying new things. Adding reps and trying new things will eventually take up more of your time and you might not like that. Why not just take a break right? Lower the reps and maybe even take a few days off. When you get back to what you were originally doing, it'll feel somewhat like starting all over again – and you're mixing it up! It gives you something to look forward to, and in the end that's what it's all about.
As the inspiring 2016 Rio Olympic song words it, "…you can be the greatest, you can be the best… standing in the hall of fame, and the World's gonna know your name…" Meet the amazing gymnast who made it, gave it, and proved that she deserves to belong to the Olympics hall of fame.
USA have their heads up high and proud for Gabby Douglas, born 1995, and an artistic gymnast, first obtained her gold Olympics medal in the 2012 Summer Olympics and recently won the gold medal in the team competition of the 2016 Rio Olympics. She has become a public figure for being the first American gymnast in Olympic history to have obtained both the individual all-around and the team competition gold medal. She truly brought honor to her country and race.
They say she "moves like no other". Watch her as she throws a double off beam. Her beam routines are notorious. Awesome balancing act. She earned favor in the eyes of the national-team coordinator because of her effortless but breath-taking height on the uneven bars.
These acrobatic moves involve rotating one or more times while airborne. Apparently, Gabby took the breath of the audience when she performed effortlessly such almost-impossible stunts.
This happens when one flawlessly combines a difficult move with another breath-taking stunt, typically a combination of tumbling stunts and a flip, a totally dangerous move that requires strength, coordination and talent.
Imagine a vault consisting of a half turn off the springboard on to the vault table, then a push backwards, usually into a back salto or layout. It's just too risky to try but our hall of fame gymnast was not scared to show it off and defy gravity.
The Double Arabian is the dizzying pass that includes half twist and two front flips, truly amazing! A front flip is an advanced gymnastics move. It takes much preparation that involves much stretching and practice.
The flying squirrel is her popular moniker, earned for her outstanding aerial performance.
We are sure Gabby never fails to do her essential stretching routine. Here are some great stretching warm up routines to help you get ready for a legit gymnastic move.
Simple stretching techniques are great warm up routines for optimal performance and to avoid injuries. Always include them in your workout for great results and lesser risk of injuries.
In our daily quest to live a healthy lifestyle, we are often presented with situations where our physicality may be quite lacking. We try to exercise day in and day out, but we tire easily and sometimes wonder how other people are able to endure the amount of daily activities they do. At the end of the day, we get diminished as we are not able to perform as much as we have thought.
If you are one of those persons who are on and off the gym or are having difficulties maintaining a fitness routine, then you know precisely what we're getting at. Similarly, if you are a mom with a very active kid, you might also realize that you are not able to keep up with them because you just do not have the energy.
Perhaps you easily get tired, irritated, are generally grumpy or show signs of aging as early as now. These are just some of the things that you might experience if you are not exercising. But if you are always hitting the gym but are not even making an effort to improve your physical endurance, then we have a problem.
There are several reasons why you should improve your physical endurance, mainly:
Plus as an added perk, most endurance trainings are generally fun and you could easily gain new friends while doing them, because more and more people are getting into it. Have you ever seen the number of marathons and triathlons happening lately? Huge population are joining because it is fairly easy to start and maintain.
So what do you need to do to improve your endurance?
In conclusion, we believe that there's a great potential for people working out to benefit from endurance training. It does not matter what your sport or weight goal is, you need to include improving your endurance in your training sessions so you could get the most out of it.
If you are planning to pack on those muscles, remember that you don't have to abandon all of your favored food to get toned and in shape. You just have to follow a couple of rules and stick to them to accomplish your goal of building muscles.
Trainers, diet enthusiasts, and bodybuilders know that bodybuilding is made up of more than just fifty percent of nutrition; for beginners and those who had taken some time off from the gym, they would expect to acquire some great development and enhancement when it comes to strength and mass from just regular training programs. However, this is not completely possible without a solid nutritional program.
Remember that the more serious you are when it comes to your nutritional intake, the better your gains will be; and based on research, paying attention to macronutrients (such as fat, carbs, and protein), meal timing, specific supplements, as well as calories will have a big impact to your results. Here are some of the basic nutrition and supplement rules that everyone, especially beginners, should maintain and learn indefinitely.
It's best to take in at least a gram of protein per pound of one's body weight since this provides adequate amounts of amino acids that are necessary for the enhancement of muscle protein. Though it is said that the necessary daily allowance for protein is less than half a gram of your bodyweight, it is said that athletes, especially those who are focused on muscle mass and strength development are required to increase that said amount.
They say that everyday, you should take about two to three grams of carbs per pound of your bodyweight; protein is one of the most important macronutrients for growing muscles while carbohydrates are close too. When stored in the muscles, these carbohydrates are called glycogen which keeps your muscles large and full while simultaneously fueling them during workouts.
About thirty percent of your daily calorie intake should be acquired from fat and unlike most individuals who are advised to stay away from fat intake (especially saturated fat), it is said that five to ten percent of the fat calories that you take in should be saturated. This is because diets with higher fat content – especially those that are higher in saturated and mono-saturated fat – appear to maintain better levels of testosterone compared to low-fat diets. Remember that keeping adequate amounts of testosterone is crucial for building and developing strength and muscle mass that will also help avoid fat gain.
Generally, there are hundreds of different types of food that can aid in muscle building yet there are a few that are highly efficient when it comes to this. Also, there are available food that help cover a lot of nutritional needs to avoid losing any necessary muscles. Here are some of those specific needs that are necessary for muscle building:
– Protein is necessary for repairing and building muscles, as well as other tissues
– To encourage growth of proper hormones while simultaneously reducing inflammation, you should get adequate amounts of fat
– Vitamins, phytonutrients, and minerals are necessary to support your general health
– You will need nutrient-dense calories to give off sufficient amounts of energy
As for the food, here are the some of the best and most effective kinds of nutritional food that you should eat for successfully building and strengthening muscles:
When we're talking about all-around excellent food to build muscles, the best food there is, is salmon. Salmon is packed with protein and great amounts of omega-3 fatty acids – both being excellent nutrients for repairing and building muscle tissues while also keeping your hunger on track. Furthermore, salmon is also rich in nutrients such as Vitamin D, selenium, niacin, Vitamin B12 and D. Other health benefits that are linked with salmon include improving your memory as well as cholesterol reduction.
This is not known to all but cottage cheese is almost entirely made of casein protein; this is a slow-digesting type of protein which only means that it is perfect for maintaining muscles; plus, it is also very efficient for those who go for long periods without really eating. Additionally, cottage cheese is also known as an excellent source of calcium, vitamin B1, as well as other vital nutrients.
The perfect protein – eggs have the ability to develop and enhance lean muscle and strength gains with the help of its yolks where all the cholesterol is located. If you are somewhat worried about cholesterol from the yolks, these have been shown to drop the amounts of bad cholesterol particles that are linked to atherosclerosis.
The polyphenols contained in apples aid in the enhancement of muscle strength while also preventing muscle fatigue, allowing you go through more rigorous training sessions for longer periods. It has also be found that these polyphenols can further increase your body's fat burning properties as well, which is why experts suggest eating apples before any workout session.
Seeing the recent Olympic Games, anyone could agree that athletes remain as great role models in terms of healthy and fit bodies. Of course, their bodies are not achieved overnight; it is carefully built by daily routines, great nutrition and proper motivation.
Now, it should not mean that because you are not an athlete you will no longer have the capacity to build that healthy and athletic body you wanted. It may not be easy, but it is possible. You really have to set yourself a target and commit to the bodybuilding journey.
If this is something that you are passionate and determined to do, then we came up with a list of steps for you to follow to achieve that great looking and healthy athletic body of your dreams:
After doing the steps mentioned, you will surely be able to see progress in your lifestyle and feeling the effects of your workout. The athletic body may not be easily observable but if everything is set properly, your journey is not very far. What you need to remember is that discipline is important, in achieving anything. The right discipline coupled with great motivation, is a great recipe for success. Stay relentless!


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In this episode, we look at money as created through debt, but actually backed by theft, by examining the exchange of labor that money purportedly represents. We question the high cost of housing and services vs. the low cost of food and goods. Looking ahead, we develop 10 features that a successful turnaround plan would need to have, and we explain how a strategy to deal with hyperinflation is the opposite of a strategy for inflation.
We also tell the story of meeting Claudia Solerno, Venezuela's Presidential Envoy on Climate Justice, at the Green Festival. We cite a study from Fast Food/Slow Food: the Cultural Economy of the Global Food System by Richard Wilk, and an article by economist Michael Hudson called "Krugman, China and the Role of Finance." Finally, we end with holiday shopping tips from Fair Trade USA, a guide from Shop to Stop Slavery, Free2Work's I-phone app, and Kyle Thiermann's video, "Buy Local, Surf Global."
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- "For the Sleepwalkers" by Edward Hirsch
- "Everything is Going to be All Right" by Derek Mahon
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What do the Iraqis think?
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Four years ago, Iraqi poet Abbas Chaychan, a Shiite Muslim who had been forced into exile during the predominantly Sunni Muslim regime of Saddam Hussein, hailed the U.S. presence here in a poem that praised the top U.S. diplomat in Iraq, L. Paul Bremer.
"We have breakfasts of kabab and qaymar," he wrote, describing the new Iraq with a reference to a rich cream that is considered a sign of wealth. "We put, in your stead, Mr. Bremer / Better than a tyrant of our own flesh and blood, and his torture."
In January, shortly after Saddam was hanged, Chaychan again put words to paper. But his outlook had changed.
"History is proud to write about him," he said of Saddam. "It wasn't a rope that wrapped around the neck / It was the neck that wrapped around the rope. ...
"From his childhood he was a leader, stubborn and against the occupation."
As the anniversary of the March 20, 2003, U.S.-led invasion of Iraq nears, many Iraqis, like Chaychan, are expressing nostalgia for the time more than 1,000 days ago when Saddam's statue stood proudly in Baghdad's Fardos Square.
Chaychan's reading of his most recent work, in which he calls Saddam the Arab world's "knight" and compares his death to the eclipsing of the sun, has become a popular Iraqi destination on video-sharing services such as YouTube, where his pained voice rings out over a montage of shots of the Iraqi dictator: clenching his fist in the air, sporting his signature beret, at trial holding a Quran, with a noose around his neck.
In a January interview with CBS News' "60 Minutes," President Bush told correspondent Scott Paley that the U.S. invasion had taken "care of a source of instability in Iraq."
"Envision a world in which Saddam Hussein was rushing for a nuclear weapon to compete against Iran," Bush said. "My decision to remove Saddam Hussein was the correct decision, in my judgment. We didn't find the weapons we thought we would find or the weapons everybody thought he had. But he was a significant source of instability."
In interviews across Baghdad, few Iraqis agreed, however. Instead, they displayed a collective fatigue, even as another plan to bring about security got under way. They are tired of waiting for better days when each morning brings new terrorism. Trapped in their homes, afraid that death will knock, they are worn down, they said.
Law and order -- even under a bloody dictator who killed thousands and tortured many others -- was better than this, many said. Even those who are glad to see Saddam dead expressed a longing for more orderly times.
Layla Mohammed, a Sunni
Layla Mohammed, a Sunni Muslim mother of three, remembered that heady day four years ago when a noose tightened around the neck of Saddam's statue.
"I felt that I was at the highest point of a roller coaster, just about to plunge into what I hoped would be an exhilarating experience," Mohammed said. "I thought, 'Oh, my God, it's happening. I live to see my sons set free.' "
A pharmacist, she said she had voted in all three elections that Iraq has had since Saddam was toppled: first for an interim government, then for a new constitution, then for a permanent government. She remembers dipping her finger in purple ink -- to indicate that she had voted -- with her two sons and her daughter. Together they held up their fingers and took a family photo to celebrate their expected democracy.
"At that moment I felt that I was, at last, a sated human being. I had an opinion and it carried weight! I shall treasure that moment all my life," she said. "If only I could have that moment back; its joy was untainted. Now I know better."
The life of freedom and liberty she was promised never came. Her sons are trying to flee the country. She can't afford to keep her house warm. She no longer goes to her pharmacy in Hurriyah, a once mixed-sect neighborhood that was emptied of most Sunnis in December.
"I have been conned," Mohammed said.
When Saddam was executed she told herself, "There goes the one man who could stop this bloodbath. I thought we would have to pay oil for freedom and democracy, but not our life's blood. It's too much."
She put her hand to her head. "It's too much."
Ahmed al Yasseri, a Shiite, also remembers his excitement at the fall of Saddam. Yasseri excitedly set up a once-forbidden satellite dish. For the first time he watched Arabic news channels and foreign stations. He bought a cell phone and subscribed to an Internet service.
Then his brother, a former officer in Saddam's army, was shot as he returned from his electronics shop in 2004. Yasseri's two nephews ran outside to see their father's body riddled with bullets. Yasseri fled his neighborhood looking for somewhere safer.
Three months later his uncle was killed, caught in a crossfire as he waited in a long line to buy gasoline. Yasseri moved again.
"In a short time you lose your dear ones, and for what?" he asked with despair. "Believe me, for nothing."
Now his current neighborhood, Mansour, once an upscale shopping district in central Baghdad, has grown dangerous as well. The crowded Shorja market, where he works, is a tempting target for bombs: A triple car bomb there killed at least 67 people a few weeks ago. He travels nowhere but the path between home and work. Every moment he worries that he will die in the kind of bombing that fills the morgue with body parts.
"We envy the people who die in one piece now," he said.
Bilal Ali, a Shiite
Saddam was caught nearly nine months after the invasion, hidden in an underground hole with a pistol. Bilal Ali, 40, a Shiite, remembers that night. He pulled out an AK-47 rifle that he had been given and fired into the air in celebration -- a burst of pop-pop-pops -- then handed the weapon to his mother, then to his 7-year-old son.
"I shot five full magazines," he said. Each held 30 bullets. "Thank God, who blessed even the hearts of the martyrs in their grave, for this gift."
But it didn't bring the peace that Ali, a shopkeeper in the Shiite area of Karada, had imagined. Car bombs became prevalent in Shiite areas. Shiites were afraid to pray in their mosques, and Iraqis were afraid to shop in outdoor markets, targets of the Sunni insurgency.
Shiite militias struck back. Men, mostly Sunnis, turned up in the morgue, shot in the head, hands tied behind their back, drill holes in their bodies. The perpetrators eventually were linked to the Ministry of Interior, which oversees the police.
Electricity grew scarcer, at first available for eight hours, then six, then as few as three hours a day. Salaries went up, but so did the cost of living. A tank of cooking gas soared to $60 on the black market. A lower price cost a day's wait in line. The use of a generator cost $100 a month. At $300 a month, wages hardly kept pace.
Still, Ali is happy that Saddam was hanged.
"I had hope at that time that life would be much better after his regime's collapse," he said. "But I'm very happy with his end even if the security situation is bad."
Every morning as Mona Ali, a single Shiite mother, prepares sandwiches and breakfast for her three children she wonders whether they won't return to her. She leaves her 4-year-old son at home and tightly grips the hands of her two young daughters. On the daily walk to school, bullets sometimes have whizzed above their heads in the Shiite Amil neighborhood in west Baghdad.
"There is fear in my heart every day that my kids will go and not come back to me," she said.
Daily she walks to the neighborhood marketplace. On one trip, a car bomb ripped through the vegetable stands as she approached. The blood, the dead, the injured lay in front of her and she thought, it could have been me. She had a nightmare about her children as orphans.
"I remembered the fear I had for my children and I realized I might not return safely to them," she said.
"Baghdad is dirty. When it gets dark everybody hides in their houses just like rats," she said.
Over and over again she repeated, "Baghdad is dirty."
She remembers the bombing of the gold-domed Shiite shrine in Samarra more than a year ago. She knew the attack was different from all the others.
"I felt bitterness in my heart that day," she said. "I knew that things would not rest; I knew that we shall have torment for a long time, and it was true."
Shiite revenge killings soared. Neighbors soon couldn't live with one another. Sunnis feared Shiite militias and their dreaded checkpoints; Shiites feared the Sunni insurgency and its bloody bombings. People fled, and families were torn apart.
Many, like Ali, feel numb to the pain, cheated out of the lives they expected.
On the morning Saddam was hanged, Ali said, she wept. Not for the dictator, but for the death of her hope and the loss of confidence in a government that she thinks is worse than the one that came before it.
"I want safety," she said. "Saddam's time was a safe time for us."
Abbas Chaychan, an exile
Abbas Chaychan never returned to Iraq after the war. He remains an exile, part of an Iraqi diaspora that grows daily. As many as 2 million Iraqis have fled their homeland since the war began, according to the Office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees. Up to 1.7 million Iraqis have been displaced internally.
It's the largest refugee movement in the Middle East since the displacement of the Palestinians in 1948, the U.N. reports. About 8 percent of Iraq's population before the war has left; up to 50,000 more Iraqis are displaced each month.
Bodies are stacked at the morgue, mothers weep and children are maimed. For four years, Iraqis have waited for better days, and they weep for the time lost: no liberty, no freedom, just death.
Chaychan's most recent poem doesn't lament Saddam's death as much as it pines for the era when he lived.
"I cried & I didn't cry for you," he wrote. "I cried for the time that put you in a tomb."


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We define civilisation by the dominant material of the age: stone, bronze, iron.
These days cities rise to astounding heights with steel and reinforced concrete. We communicate between these cities at the speed of light, thanks to silicon – the second most abundant element in the Earth's crust. And our consumer world is throw-away plastic.
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Thank you for submitting your signature on the White House petition …. Had a great opportunity to speak to the regional director for Sen. Bill Nelson (D-FL) who offered to take the petition along with additional information to White House staffers on April 13 when President Obama was in Tampa. So, although we didn't successfully get the 25,000 signatures on the petition, we did succeed in getting the petition where it needs to go after all!
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require banks to stop forcing underwater homeowners to default in order to qualify for a short sale!
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A memorial concert titled '6th Sanjeeb Utshob 2017' will be held on Dhaka University campus in the afternoon on Monday.
Sanjeeb Utshob Parishad will organise the concert celebrating the birthday of renowned singer, songwriter, journalist late Sanjeeb Chowdhury through a musical evening in association with Dhaka University Cultural Society and Band Society.
The artists and bands are – Tarun Band, D Rockstar Shuvo, Joy Shahriar, Khayam Sanu Sandhi, Sovvota, Chitkar band, Gankobi, Arjan band, Sina Hasan & Bangla Five, Purple Rain, Onuron, and Khepa.
Sanjeeb worked in a number of dailies, including Ajker Kagoj and Bhorer Kagoj after graduating from Mass Communication and Journalism Department of Dhaka University.
He was the editor of Mela, a popular supplement the Bhorer Kagoj. The journalist established himself as a feature writer and worked at the daily Jaijaidin until his death.
Born on December 25, 1964, in Baniachang upazila of Habiganj district, Sanjeeb Chowdhury died on November 19, 2007.
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Over three years ago, we B'More fans were hurt and angered by the words of the newly-former Raven Adalius Thomas. Here at the Nest, we reported the story under the title "Ben-AD-ict Arnold," referring to Thomas' nickname of "AD" and the most famous traitor of all-time, Benadict Arnold (no relation – I don't think). Thomas, speaking to Sports Illustrated, reportedly had this to say about his former home:
"You've got to remember, I'm coming in from Baltimore," says Thomas. "People there wanted the limelight, people sought out the limelight, starting with the head coach. It was a star-studded system. Here it's about as different as you can get. Everybody here shies away from being the star guy. Nobody on this team beats his chest. They just all go about their business. And win."
Speaking with Rob Long, the best radio host in Baltimore (more on that later in the week), on his "Way Back Wednesday" segment last week, AD cleared the air. According to Thomas, the SI writer not only completely took his words out of context, but he also totally neglected from his story all the good things AD said about his former teammates and coaches.
Now, we've all grown very weary of the endless string of "I was misinterpreted," or "I was taken out of context" claims from athletes, entertainers, and celebrities of every ilk over the last several years. Every time anybody says something that anyone in our overly "PC" society could take a modicum of offense to, that is their standard defense.
"I was mis-quoted."
It's easy to be cynical about that type of retraction. However, listening to AD talk, I was convinced that he was genuinely upset and angered by the way his words were crafted in the article. He stated that he was simply responding to a question about the differences between the football culture in Baltimore and in his new home in New England. Thomas said that the interview was much longer and more intricate than simply that small quote that was attributed to him, and that, despite the way the quote came across, he certainly had no issues with the "beat your chest" mentality of the Ravens.
Long called him out as well, saying that Thomas was known to get up and "beat his chest" and play to the crowd after a big play as much as Ray Lewis or Terrell Suggs. Thomas freely admitted as much, and reiterated that he meant no offense. AD said that he called Sports Illustrated to request the entire transcript from the interview, but he was rebuffed by the writer, who told him that SI's legal department didn't think that would be a good idea.
In the end, it's obvious that it was simply a case of a writer manufacturing a story based on some erratically stitched together words, hoping to generate controversy. And if you remember, it worked like a charm. The "AD Zings Baltimore" story was all over not only the local airwaves, but ESPN as well.
Mission accomplished, shady sports writer.
AD went as far as to say that any media member who does the sort of thing that SI did to him should be banned from one-on-one interviews with athletes. While that certainly has little chance of happening, Thomas' anger over the whole thing was clear to anyone listening.
Ravens fans, don't stay mad at Adalius Thomas. We are happy to accept AD's explanation on the issue, and bury the hatchet once and for all.
As a matter of fact…what's AD up to nowadays? I know a certain team that is in desperate need of another playmaker on the defensive side of the ball…
At the end of the interview, Long asked Thomas if he would still be able to help a team, should he receive a call from a general manager looking to sign him. "Of course," replied Thomas, before explaining that, despite being 33 years old, he really doesn't have the body of a typical 33-year old football player, as he played only sparingly for his first few years in the league, and hasn't suited up for a full season since 2007.
After that, he implored Ozzie Newsome to give him a call.
Ozzie, listen to the man.


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This program focuses on beginner's level English writing skills and includes spelling and basic sentence and paragraph structure. Learning writing is often about learning grammar and both reading and writing English are good tools to expand your speaking skills. We hope to make the Basic English Writing program, fun and creative!
Magazine pictures, newspaper articles and handouts will encourage creativity and opportunities to practice outside the classroom so that participants can write songs or poetry, letters home, complete job applications of medical forms, or journal.
Please contact the RWRC office for more information or to learn how to join this program.
Communication has always been my passion. Reading, writing, printing and speaking fall into Arts and Sciences in my personal dictionary. Beautiful and necessary, language connects us.
I was about 10 years old when I entered a public speaking competition and won. I still have my dented, tarnished trophy. My great Aunt Flo was a teacher in a one-room school house in the early 1900's. Not only did she teach the 3R's, ("Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic"), her curriculum included making sure students, ages 10 – 25, had good shoes. English was her passion too.
My history includes meeting challenges as a single parent. The demands of parenting and health left me with irregular and often infrequent employment. I'm grateful that my grandmother and my mother taught me to always make productive use of my time. Volunteering was a vital part of feeling I was contributing, as well as setting a good example for my daughter. The Richmond Women's Resource Centre was one of the first places I became involved in 'giving back to the community'.
I started volunteering as an English facilitator in 2005 at my church. In 2006, while volunteering as an English Conversation facilitator, one of the new learners recommended me to the owner of an English School in Xi'an, China. I accepted his offer of employment in Xi'an. I felt it was a great opportunity to experience 'hands-on' training. The Olympics were coming to Vancouver and I wanted to be sure Canada's best face was showing. I couldn't have asked for a better education. I gained understanding of what it was like to leave the security of my home and family to develop my skills as an English facilitator and to gain cultural awareness.
When I returned to Vancouver in 2009 I had the good fortune of volunteering at the UBC Learning Exchange in the heart of Chinatown until March 2011. Volunteering also included professional training. After living in Xi'an, China I had a deeper appreciation for the valuable citizens who excel at learning.
I'm humbled that having made a vital connection with the Richmond Women's Resource Centre that I am part of a wonderful team once again. I can only hope I can give people who attend the English Conversation group, the volunteers and staff as much as they give me.


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Ghost In the Shell of the Bureaucracy
Times Online – Finger points to British intelligence as al-Qaeda websites are wiped out
Over the past fortnight Israeli intelligence agents have noticed something distinctly odd happening on the internet. One by one, Al-Qaeda's affiliated websites have vanished until only a handful remain, write Uzi Mahnaimi and Alex Pell.
Someone has cut the line of communication between the spiritual leaders of international terrorism and their supporters. Since 9/11 the websites have been the main links to disseminate propaganda and information.
The Israelis detect the hand of British intelligence, determined to torpedo the websites after the London attacks of July 7.
The web has become the new battleground of terrorism, permitting a freedom of communication denied to such organisations as the IRA a couple of decades ago.
One global jihad site terminated recently was an inflammatory Pakistani site, www.mojihedun.com, in which a section entitled How to Strike a European City gave full technical instructions. Tens of similar sites, some offering detailed information on how to build and use biological weapons, have also been shut down. However, Islamic sites believed to be "moderate", remain.
You know why I think I like spooks so much? Because I love the way things get done without anyone taking credit. Things happen without a suit calling a press conference and the rest of the suits on the news talking about it for six weeks. Not only are they making themselves useful, they're bloody effective as well.
Ironically, the most readily available sources of accurate online information on bomb-making are the websites of the radical American militia. "I have not seen any Al-Qaeda manuals that look like genuine terrorist training," claims Clarke.
Ah yes. The First Amendment weighed in on that, didn't it? Alas.
Ahh, I wonder what the Black Helicopter Crowd thinks now.


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About Hwange National ParkHwange National Park is situated in Zimbabwe. Hwange National Park backpacking tours are are ideal for travelers who love adventure and action - with some of the best views in Africa.
Hwange National Park airports include:
•Hwange National Park Airport
Hwange National Park bird life is incredibly rich, with some 400 species of bird recorded in the park. With a range of habitats and birding hotspots including the dams and pans, the park forms a vital network of aquatic ecosystems for migrant and resident birds.
Hwange National Park conservation plays a key role in protecting the large number of species within the park, including Africa's Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard) and a large number of bird species.
The following malaria medication can be taken when visiting Hwangwe National Park:
•Mefloquine (Lariam)
•Atovaquone/proguanil (Malarone)
Hwange National Park plant life is mostly very scarce, with a dry climate and minimal vegetation. Ecosystems range from desert sand to sparse woodland as well as grasslands and granite outcrops, with fine hardwood forests of mukwa and Zimbabwean teak.
Safety Tips
•Stay in your car at all times during game drives, unless stopping at a rest stop
•Do not ever attempt to feed or touch any wildlife you see
•Do not swim in rivers or lakes, crocodiles and hippos can be present
•Just to be on the same side, keep valuables locked up somewhere safe
•Zimbabwe as a whole can be unstable, so take basic precautions when travelling to Hwange
Travel Books
Hwange National Park recommended books include:
•Count Your Way Through Zimbabwe by James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, and Janie Jaehyun Park
•Lonely Planet Zimbabwe by Tione Chinula and Vincent Talbot
•Zimbabwe In Pictures by Francesca Di Piazza
•The wonders of Hwange: Exploring Zimbabwe by David Rushworth
•Southern African Wildlife: A Visitor's Guide by Unwin Mike
Hwangwe National Park wildlife includes large predators such as lion, cheetah and lion, plus a number of other game such as elephant, buffalo, zebra and a large concentration of giraffe. Game drives give you the chance to view large numbers of game in a range of beautiful habitats - be sure to bring your camera!
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The highlight of my trip had to be Gweru in Zimbabwe, it was my idea of paradise. So much to do there with the animals and the location of it was just beautiful!
— Anne B (27) from Ireland
The trip was great! A very relaxed ride in a mokoro, followed by camping in the Okavango Delta and watching the animals on the islands was awesome!
— Michael & Silke from Germany
I loved every millisecond of the entire trip... Guess what I did in Swakopmund? I skydived out of a plane - woohoo was that AWESOME :-)
— JoJo E (61) from Switzerland
Finally home and had a great time…. I loved the shark diving, Sossusvlei and Himba people. Saw Lions, a Leopard, Elephants, Giraffes, everything really! Thanks for…
— John E from Canada
I did not believe in god till i visited Chobe National Park.
— Juca from Uruguay
Do this on the Cape Town to Nairobi with Gorilla Trek.Tours with Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Do this on the 14-day Kruger and Mozambique Safari.Tours with Kruger National Park Game Drive
Do this on the Best of South West Africa.Tours with Okavango Delta Mokoro Excursion
Do this on the Best of East Africa.Tours with Serengeti National Park Excursion
Do this on the Best of South West Africa.Tours with Victoria Falls Flight of Angels
Do this on the Best of South West Africa.Tours with White Water Rafting on the Zambezi River
Visit Etosha National Park on the Best of NamibiaTours through Etosha National Park
Visit Okavango Delta on the Best of South West AfricaTours through Okavango Delta
Visit Serengeti National Park on the Best of East AfricaTours through Serengeti National Park
Visit Victoria Falls on the Best of South West AfricaTours through Victoria Falls
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Call: 1-877-321-CAMP
Local: 716-773-7600
Our Standard Cabins are centrally located in the campground and have a view of the lake. The one-room cabins sleep four comfortably with a maximum occupancy of six. All of our Standard Cabins are furnished with beautiful cedar log furnishings, which include:
• double bed
• futon (opens into a double bed)
• end table
• dining set
A permanent ladder leads up to a carpeted loft that allows enough room to stand and can sleep two. Perfect for kids!
Conveniences include overhead ceiling fan and light, electrical outlets, a shelf, end table and dining set. Bring your own linens* or sleeping bags. Outside the cabin there is a lake facing porch, fire ring with grate and picnic table. Our heated Bath House is located just across the road from the Standard Cabins and offers private/handicap family bathrooms as well as laundry facilities.
* Linens can be rented for an additional charge of $35 per set.


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Snack Square have so many uses - snacks, travel bag for toys, etc. Available in the following colors: orange seersucker, chocolate seersucker, aqua seersucker, pink seersucker, lime seersucker, red seersucker, and navy seersucker; hot pink gingham and chocolate gingham. Personalize with a single letter monogram, three letter monogram, name, and or applique. Price includes applique or monogram.


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1990 Volvo 240 DL 2.3 SOHC I-4 from North America
Reliable, comfy, and gets GREAT MPGs
Nothing so far, quite the "brick" of a car. It's got a bit of rust, but what car doesn't in Ohio?
General Comments:
Very comfortable car, handles fairly well, and has a nice ride to it. It's nowhere near as quick as my previous car, it takes about 9.5 seconds to get to 60, sometimes 10. Not complaining considering most SMALL cars today take that long to get to 60, and this is a mid-size Volvo.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th October, 2008


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Directions: There are two parts to this lesson, followed by a quiz. View the Lynda.com video which showcases our online (24/7) professional development services we offer to both faculty and staff. Full time faculty are required to accumulate 100 points of professional development points (see professional growth plan form) each school year. Part-time faculty are not required to accumulate points, but we do require all faculty to complete Blackboard training via Lynda.com. After this initial orientation class, you will become members of CTEL and eligible for CTEL services. As noted, CTEL provides 24/7 online professional developmental training on 1,000's of tutorials (from Blackboard, to Excel, to Publisher, to Word, to your iPhone, and iPad, and more). This online service is sponsored by Lynda.com (an industry leader of online professional development). CTEL also provides one-on-one training as well, on request. As you have already discovered, you can access the CTEL link via the Faculty and Staff Quick Links page. View the video below to learn more about Lynda.com.
Part II: As with all higher education accredited institutions, all faculty are evaluated annually, both full and part-time. Annual Performance Evaluations are completed each Spring term and results are submitted to the Human Resources Office for filing. For this lesson, review the Annual Performance Process housed on our website by clicking on the Evaluation icon below. In doing so, examine all evaluation instruments that are associated with faculty and classroom observations (as listed below). Then, take the Lesson 4 quiz embedded on this page.
Click on the icon to review the Annual Performance Evaluation process and instruments used (for evaluation) at Lawson State.
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Welcome to Two Tone Studios Photography
Why Two Tone Studios?
Remember sitting down with your parents or grandparents and flipping through their old photo albums? The feeling of holding a physical album and you discovering memories that they have long forgotten. Remember going to Nonni's house with Family photos proudly plastering on every square inch of the walls? Not only of the recent family, but photographs spanning back generations.
At Two Tone Studios, we don't just take a photograph, we capture memories for future Generations. Each photography session weather it be a wedding, family, equine, or business is focused around fun and being relaxed. We create an Experience that keeps our clients coming back for more.
Our photos are classic and timeless, and it is very rare that we use filters or textures which ultimately dates an image. We focus on the moment and emotion that can be lived and experienced over and over again.
All of our Heirloom products use archival materials and we believe in supporting local artisans and business. Therefore all of our Wall Enlargements and Albums are handcrafted in Toronto and Barrie. We also buy the majority of packaging and promotional products within Canada as well.
Let us create Artistry for your Memories
Two Tone Studios – The Studio
Two Tone Studios Photography is just a 5 minute drive from both Guelph and Cambridge Ontario. Two cities which are heavily involved in Artistic and Musical culture. Kurt Brown, owner and operator, started Two Tone Studios in 2006 as a collection of his award winning images. The business grew, and in 2oo8 it was relocated to a storefront location on Baker and Quebec Streets.
Being a farm boy at heart, Kurt decided it was time to take the photo studio into the country where it is currently located today. The 1900sq foot facility features an indoor shooting area, digital facility, Viewing and meeting areas, as well as a full framing and assembly shop. Outside the studio doors lay 5 acres of diverse photography locations including a pond, fields, bush, and swamp.
Take a Trip to the country for a relaxing and enjoyable photo experience.
"Today, he's even more in his element, running his own Two Tone Studios, which features a cool client consultation area, studio shooting space and an impressive in-house digital facility." – The Wedding Ring
Kurt Brown
Owner, Operator, and Photographer Kurt is an award winning graduate of the applied photography program at Sheridan College and an Accredited PPOC photographer in Wedding Photojournalistic. His images have been exhibited throughout the world, graced magazine covers, and have been granted recognition and awards – most recent a Professional Photographers of Canada Judges Award for the 2014 Provincial Competition. His keen eye for detail and ability to adapt his techniques and skills to each situation, and have produced great results repeatedly. Kurt Grew up outside the little village of Ayr Ontario, and his country background is still reflected in his images and outlook on life.
"Each one of the photos that he's taken seems to tell a story in itself. They all have
something different in each picture, something special…"
- Past bride Kate Flemister


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Oct 13 2014
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The fashion experts at Frances Kahn Virginia Beach share with us their favorite fall designers. Check out Ann's pick for the season:
Q: What's your favorite designer this fall and why?
Ann: Kash-I love the big cozy sweaters. They are perfect for leggings and fitted jeans in the fall. Her collections are always so effortless and easy to wear.
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In business since 1982, Redmond Transmission & Auto Repair is a certified Napa Auto Care Center enabling us to provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the personal touch of a family owned business. We understand that your vehicle is a major investment, and that is why we care for each customer's vehicle as if it were our own.
Our repairs are backed by the NAPA Autocare 12 month.12,000 Mile Nationwide "Peace of Mind" Warranty.
When is a company's slogan more than just a slogan? When you earn the AAA Approved Auto Repair Program Overall Customer Satisfaction Score of 100% month after month after month.
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Redmond Transmission & Auto Repair is family owned operated since 1982, and has been providing full service auto repair and tune-ups since 1997. We believe in good old fashioned service and will strive to exceed your expectations!
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When considering a purchase of a previously owned home, you will likely have the air conditioning and heating system inspected as part of an overall home buyer's inspection. If that inspection raises questions about the integrity of the system, you will likely want to get the opinion of a licensed HVAC company to help you decide how to proceed.
Get an expert opinion on operating costs, repairs or replacement early In your buying process
With rising energy prices and utility bills for cooling and heating, energy efficiency becomes more important each month. In addition to electricity, does the property have natural gas or a similar fuel source for the furnace? If not, ask if you can see the utility bills from the previous twelve months. Why? The utility bills could be high enough to affect your other monthly obligations. No matter what type of heat source runs to the home, if the air conditioning and heating system in the home you are considering buying is more than 10 years old, you may want to call a local HVAC contractor for an estimate to replace the equipment no matter how it heats and cools. The same concept goes for energy efficiency aspects of the structure.
Service calls for repair –including estimates–almost always have a cost attached. Telephone estimates for repairs are practically impossible to do accurately. Some companies will quote a specific price for finite product or amount of work, such as the trip charge or price per pound for refrigerant, but as a practical matter they need to physically inspect the equipment to estimate all the work a system needs. In contrast, on-site price quotes for the installation of a new HVAC system or energy conservation work are often free of charge.
Solving the prospective owner's possible dilemma
The fact that you do not yet own the home sometimes causes a dilemma regarding getting price quotes to repair or replace the air conditioning and heating system. How? Since you do not yet own the home, some HVAC contractors may be hesitant to give a free on-site cost estimate for replacing the system. However, you may require the detailed information on the status of the heating and air conditioning system or the structure before you can proceed with the purchase. Generally, due to the number variables possible in a HVAC system and the "envelope" of the home, you should avoid "ball park" estimates done without seeing the property and system.
If you cannot get a free on-site estimate, consider offering to pay the HVAC contractor for a written combination on-site estimate for repairs and on a new system, provided the company will take some or all the cost of the estimate off any new system you purchase from them within a reasonable length of time. To prevent confusion later, ask to have this arrangement written on your receipt when you pay for the estimate. Alternatively, if the seller of the property still lives there, you might coordinate with the real estate agent(s) to get the current owner to request a replacement bid from a local HVAC company that you have chosen. In many areas of the country, this will be free of charge.
Take a "whole house" approach
When considering air conditioning, heating and energy efficiency, take a "whole house" approach. Your comfort and satisfaction on an existing system will depend on two factors: the design, age, and condition of the equipment in place and the energy efficiency of the structure (known in the HVAC industry as the "envelope"). Features that make up the envelope include insulation in ceiling, walls, and under floors (where applicable); the number of panes and condition of the windows; the amount of heat the roof absorbs or reflects, proper attic ventilation; weather stripping; solar screens; radiant barriers; caulking and more.
As you assess any expenses you will incur to get the comfort and efficiency up to date, be sure to look at both aspects- the equipment and the envelope. Why? Any structure will gain lower bills and more comfort from a new energy efficient air conditioning and heating system, but these can be significantly enhanced through improvements to the envelope. In some cities you can find companies that do both air conditioning and heating equipment repair and installation, and conservation work on the structure. While working with one provider is more convenient for you, it is not critical for getting the job done. Don't forget to ask if your local utility company or others are offering rebates, incentives, or financing for either type of work.