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Do you know all your acronyms well enough? SEO, CMS, CPC, PPC, DM…the list goes on. Here's one you need to add ASAP: SMO.
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Social Media Optimization isn't talked about enough. This is ironic since it can determine the outcome of many business projects. But the focus on this aspect of digital marketing is now growing, so it's time you get on board. Some say this is your #1 tool to reach the customers you want—and a lot of them.
Can you see its value? Then let's get you sorted.
1. SMO in a Nutshell
In short, social media optimization is using your social media channels optimally to attract the maximum level of traffic.
Why is it SO Important?
You can't simply carry on doing social media marketing (SMM) the way you do, because if you don't focus on using these channels correctly you'll lose the followers you have. That's even worse than not attracting more customers because you're losing out on potential sales that simply slipped through your fingers.
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Here's a frightening statistic: You can lose 20% of your followers if you disappoint them with posting repetitive content. And that's only one thing you may be doing wrong at the moment. You can't take that chance.
So, let's help you audit and upgrade your social media activity in 6 (mostly simple) steps.
Your New SM Tactics
Can You Be More Engaging?
Let's start with what we just mentioned: Your audience expects you to be engaging.
Remember, they're spoilt with quality information, graphics and videos from across the globe. Why should they interact with your content if it's not on par? That would label you as somewhat outdated and not really interested in what's important to the average consumer in 2018.
Basically, that means you must use modern mediums (such as podcasts, GIFs and more) to catch their attention. The text isn't enough anymore.
However, this is quite a broad subject, right? Different individuals will find different aspects of your social media content engaging.
So, while your step 1 in SMM optimization is to be motivated to create attractive content, you'll need the following steps to make it happen.
2. The Simpler the Better
Before you feel too daunted by this new—very important—approach, we'll give you the good news: Keeping it simple is part of being more engaging.
For starters, if you want people to engage with you, you need to relate to them. And do all consumers go around using big, complicated words? Of course not. Then you shouldn't either. Using simple, easy to understand words and well-known references will make you & your brand seem approachable.
Even putting together, a post doesn't have to be difficult. Consumers love quick solutions, so don't waste their time and they'll come back for more. Here's your recipe:
- State your readers' current scenario
- Describe a better future
- Show what will help the consumer reach this goal (this is where your product, service or business comes in)
3. The Small Details You Didn't Think Would Matter
Even if you play around with images and videos, you'll always still use text. But are you complementing yours with the right features?
Firstly, you have no idea how a few punctuation marks can liven up a post. While an exclamation mark communicates urgency, a question mark is even better as it sparks someone's curiosity. In some cases, when using these correctly, you can expect 20% more engagement on a post than usual.
Also, asking questions adds dynamics to a post as you're drawing your reader into the conversation, rather than simply throwing facts at them. That means you're more engaging. Remember our first point above?
But the new digitally focused world brought us much more than simply punctuation. Are you using emojis optimally?
No, these faces and images aren't silly features teenagers use. This is how you can communicate:
- Emotion
- Importance
- Post details
A picture of a palm tree and a smiling face will do much more to conjure up a feeling of vacation, relaxation and happiness than simple text describing a new holiday destination.
Part of their power lies in the fact that the human brain processes images much faster than it takes to digest the text you read. You can have an impact even if someone sees your emoji for only 13 milliseconds.
That means you can share your message of a luxurious holiday even to those just skimming through texts or those too lazy to read everything.
With these small additions, your normal posts will make much more of an impact than usual, optimizing your SM impact.
4. Keywords Always Matter
If you know anything about SEO (Search Engine Optimisation), you must know about keyword use. Important: This still matters in SMO!
Your social media profiles are also online pages that should feature in search engine lists. How will they if you don't include appropriate keywords in your content in your:
- Profile information such as your 'About' section on Facebook, your biography on LinkedIn and your descriptions on Twitter or Instagram.
- Content and posts you create.
- Hashtags you use.
5. Use Modern Tech to Your Advantage
You're privileged to operate in an era where there's an overload of information. Consumers may feel overwhelmed by this (not knowing what to give attention to), but you simply have to filter out the important data:
- AI's machine learning technology can help identify your best performing posts. This will tell you what your audience responds to more (what they find most engaging) and you can try to use those same elements in future.
- This same tech can also predict future responses based on current data. Say you uploaded new posts and now you want to boost them. Don't waste money boosting all of them, because the bad ones will impact negatively on traffic and statistics. Let AI tell you which ones are worth investing in.
6. Be Personal
If the tech talk is overwhelming, here's a simple tactic anyone can attempt: Your audience isn't a group of robots, but people. They love social media because they love interaction & conversations. Show them you're the entity that can give them what they NEED even though you're communicating via the net:
- Personal content containing words such as 'you' and 'your' instead of abstract references.
- Reply to all comments to start conversations and show you care.
- Research your audience so you know their interests and behaviours—now use that in your posts.
It's like getting to know a new friend.
And you'll love the outcome of the effort you put in.
The last word: your SMM optimization is becoming just as important as your website's SEO. Why not strengthen both and add social media buttons on all your pages? Make it easy for your audience to navigate between all your platforms and you'll enjoy their optimized engagement everywhere.
Easier than you thought right? If you have some suggestions, why not leave it in the comment section below.
Theresa Le Roux is originally from Montreal, Canada but she has spent the last 5 years in beautiful New Zealand. She writes SEO/Digital marketing/SMM articles for businesses that want a different perspective on subjects that are important to their content output. This can also help grow rankings in the process so it's a win-win! She regularly contribute articles about the always changing world of SEO to Clickthrough.co.nz. She is diehard Game of Thrones fan with a passion for novels and live music! Her career goal is to one day write a novel of my own. Connect her via email email@example.com.
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Tony Lopez Trejo, 54, of Vinton, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019, at Iowa City, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00am Friday, November 8, 2019, at Our Lady of Gaudalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Father Jonathan Sorensen officiating with a luncheon to follow; friends and family are welcome. Friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2019, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff. A rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m., at Bridgman Funeral Home. Inurnment will be Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be made by viewing Tony's memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com.
Formerly of Scottsbluff, Tony was residing in Iowa City at the time of his passing. Tony was born on May 19, 1965 in Scottsbluff to late Steve M. Jr. and Frances (Lopez) Trejo.
Tony is survived by his mother Frances of Scottsbluff; brothers Richard L. Trejo (and the late Maria Trejo) of Phoenix, AZ, Steve L. Trejo III, Martin L. Trejo (Angie Saldivar) and sister Rachel Trejo all of Scottsbluff; fiancé Betty Hilliker of Cedar Rapids, IA and son Anthony Dimas Escamilla; stepsons Leo and Alex Mousseaux; stepdaughter Kaileen; grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family members and close friends. He will truly be missed by all.
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Understanding how to budget and manage your money is important no matter what age you are. But for those in college, learning how to manage one's finances is a rite of passage for many, but it can also be a tricky endeavor. If it's the first time you're on your own and responsible for your income and making payments for tuition, textbooks, rent, or something else, it can be challenging to adjust to this new lifestyle away from your parents. The good news is that there are many personal finance apps that can help!
Made by the same people behind QuickBooks and TurboTax, Mint is the ultimate organizational tool for personal finance. Not only does it gather all of the user's bills, budgets, and bank accounts in one place, but it also updates automatically when payments are made or expenses are incurred. During the chaos of college, Mint could be exactly what a person needs to keep their finances on track.
LearnVest is a very simple budgeting app that doesn't require a technical manual to understand. Users simply make categories for things like "rent," "groceries," and "college fees" and then add payment details when they're ready. It's a quick and easy way to track one's expenses, and that's exactly why it works.
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Check lives up to its name by providing a way for users to check on all of their bills. It tracks things like billing cycles, recurring payments, and late fees; it also allows users to pay their bills directly through the app. It's perfect for college students who don't have the time or energy to log into multiple sites every month to handle all of their bills. Having everything in one place that keeps track of when it's due makes it much harder to forget to make a payment.
You Need A Budget is a popular finance app that advertises itself as a no-fuss, no-stress way to save more money and stop living paycheck to paycheck. It's ideal for college students who don't have a lot of funds to begin with, and it breaks down dollars, percentages, ratios, incomes, and expenses in ways that are easy to understand.
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Look around and decide what issues are important to you, voter, and pay attention to what the Sea-to-Sky candidates are saying.
It's all too easy to criticize from the sidelines or throw up your hands at the state of politics in Canada.
But this is democracy at work and to make it work, we have to pay attention.
So, what about our local issues? Clearly, affordability is near the top of the list. There is no doubt that our dollar is shrinking in value before our eyes, as we cope with food costs, the price of gas, hydro bills and housing.
Tourism, access to labour and climate change are also near the top for Whistler.
While affordability and climate change are clearly part of the platforms of the major parties seeking election, plans around tourism and labour are practically non-existent so far in the 2019 race.
Affordability is a headline grabber as all voters are looking to keep more money in their wallets. The Liberal Party announced its new expanded assistance program for first-time homebuyers in the Vancouver area (yes, that apparently includes Whistler), Victoria and Toronto and the Green Party has promised to work with Council of Canadian Governments and Statistics Canada to set municipal minimum wages in accordance with the differential costs of living across the country.
Sounds good, right? But honestly, what possible help is the Liberal housing promise going to be when the average price in Whistler is $1.5 million? Whistler's housing costs make a mockery of minimum wages.
The Conservative Party has been telling us that its whole election is about affordability with promises to cut taxes for those earning less than $47,630—1.25 per cent across four years, for example. Better than nothing?
Then there is the climate crisis. I would argue one of the most important issues to tackle on a realistic timeframe.
Indeed, a Forum Research poll in July found that 26 per cent of respondents said the environment was their top concern, overtaking the economy as the No. 1 issue.
Most of the parties are taking this seriously—and we need them to. Our local glaciers are melting, our days of snow in the valley are numbered, and the threat of wildfire is very real. The Green Party, the NDP and the Liberals have been talking it up—but the fact that the Liberals bought an oil pipeline makes their promises feel empty.
So, what it really boils down to is what, if any, impact will the person you vote for here in our riding have in making our case on the big issues in Ottawa.
That is the question the candidates need to answer for us, and what if we don't get the answer we feel we need?
This is a pivotal challenge we face here in the Sea to Sky. As a voter, must we connect only to the issues at the national level and not consider the candidates themselves?
And how do we all factor in the growing importance of social media where discourse is so often vicious and misleading in the information shared?
Voters must not only speak up, we must listen. We need to go to our local debates (Oct. 9 in Whistler), watch the national debates and research the platforms.
Each voter has his or her own measuring stick with which to judge government performance, and we all have to separate the "noise" from what speaks to our own values.
Canadians believe that we can be economically strong, a leader in green energy, an ethical partner in trade, a nation that supports all communities from the very young to our seniors, to those who serve their country and First Nations—what we need now are political leaders who will stand with Canadians and put our priorities first.
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By: Jordan Grant
Some may say that the younger people are a very easy target in the world of human trafficking. Are the youth more easily influenced into human trafficking than adults are and if so why?
One of the causes of youths being influenced into human trafficking is coercion. Coercion is when someone is persuaded by force or by being threatened to do something they don't necessarily want to do To a Trafficker using compulsion makes it easier for them to control a victim. (what type of tactics they use to overpower a young person/ talk more about it). (Talk about the effect of traffickers using coercion on a victim)
(what is the cause for for human trafficking to be driven by supply and demand) The Human trafficking market is driven by supply and demand. (what is the effect of this).From research found on a website that describes the difference between the different risk levels, pay wages, labors, And etc. In the world of human trafficking, if you take the lower pay wage as a trafficker your run a lower risk or chance of getting caught doing what you do. If you take the higher wage path, you run a higher risk of being caught and facing more prison time because not only were you bringing the people to the country but you're also forcing them to do other non-consensual sexual activities with none of their own personal pay wage. Although it is easier for traffickers to get caught the majority of them still choose the higher wage path just due to fact that they're greedy. But sexual trafficking isn't the only form of modern slavery or human trafficking it's just that it's the most commonly seen form of human trafficking.
this over the web because they don't have to spend time with that person in person. They just fake a relationship, tell that person that they will care for them, and then sell them across the country. Shy was a tattoo artist at the time. Bianca started to exchange Direct Messages via instagram with Shy because she said she saw that he had a lot of followers and portrayed himself as such a good person. A month went by and she was still exchanging messages with Shy while she had a boyfriend. In the time period of Bianca and Shy exchanging messages, Bianca and her boyfriend had a falling out and she found herself more and more attracted to Shy. Shy told Bianca that he was having a party and that he would like to take her to vegas with him for his birthday. With that she took a taxi cab without second guessing which cost two-hundred dollars from Modesto to San Jose to meet up with him.
The day after she got there Shy was preparing to leave and he told her he had to stop by his tattoo shop real quick. They got there and he took her in the shop and they ended up having Sex in his shop. She said before they left he didn't even end up grabbing anything from the shop. Soon they went on their trip to "Vegas" and she realized that they weren't headed in the right direction. Bianca asked where they were going and told him he was going the wrong way. After saying that Shy yelled at her which made Bianca scared and uncomfortable especially when she seen a gun laying on Shy's lap. After the way he reacted to her giving him directions she was afraid to talk to him at all for the rest of the ride. After a few hours on the road they ended up at a motel in the middle of nowhere. While getting out the car Shy told Bianca to follow him which she did out of fear of his gun. Reaching the door of the room and opening it all Bianca could see was a bunch of girls in there just sitting around. He told her to go in there and take a seat and that he would be back. She asked what was going on and then he shoved her into the room and left. Once Shy left the other girls asked her where she came from and she told them. At that point she had gotten an idea of what was going on and realizing that she was being trafficked. When he got back to the room he handed one of the girls something through the door but didn't come in. The girl sat down and started breaking down a white powder. Bianca asked her why she was doing that and the girl said it keeps her up so she can get as many dates as possible before she can go to sleep. Bianca said "what do you mean before you can go to sleep?"
The 15 year old girl responded and said "until you make a thousand dollars that night you can't go to sleep yet. That's Shy's number 1 rule when you go on dates." He also threatened to hurt the girls families and have a whole group of men come and pay $20 so they do what they want with them. On Bianca's birthday she asked shy if he could take her somewhere to celebrate and he lied and told her they would go out to eat. What he really did was throw her in the back of the back of the car naked and threatened to kill her if she didn't work that day as he recorded her crying. Shy would make the girls think they were going to get money out of it and Bianca stated that "by them being stupid they would do whatever they could to try and make the most money. Shy had a daughter with a woman who wasn't apart of his side business and he would bring her along with him on his trips with the girls. He would make the girls sit in the bathroom and watch his daughter while someone else was on a "date".
so long that she didn't know anything else and that seemed as if it was her only option. . Bianca then took her and ran to a nearby gas station and told the clerk what happened. They called a taxi and got out of there fast but the clerk called the police after they left. Shy later came by the gas station searching for them and was arrested and sentenced to life in prison. Bianca went on to explain in an interview how shy had brainwashed her and made her turn her back on everyone she had loved or cared about so that it wouldn't distract her money. While pimping Bianca he also forced her to use drugs so she could stay awake and make him more money. Once she came home she was put into rehabilitation for a period of two months and explained her life afterwards as if she would have to start from the beginning all over again. (add statistics or the psychological of the cause and effect of trafficking)


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Is Selena Gomez's Red Hair Real?
She may change the length and texture of her shiny, thick hair often, but this Pantene ambassador usually sticks with glossy, black locks. Until now. Selena Gomez has red hair on the March 2016 cover of W but it appears to be both a temporary and a unique way to try the shade. Say hello to your new red hair inspo! While Gomez does play with her look, like changing her eye shade with colored contacts, she doesn't go too, too crazy when it comes to her hair. She's not Rihanna nor is she Katy Perry, rocking new coif colors with incredible frequency. So to see Gomez slaying with such messy, beachy, and almost greasy-looking waves with a red cast, which could very well be a wig, was quite a change and a surprise.
Of course the singer and actor looked stunning with her red bikini top and chainmail coverup. But overall, the entire presentation was quite edgy, especially for Gomez, who always looks so classic and pulled together.
She is undoubtedly one of the best-dressed stars of her generation. While she often opts for sexy, body-hugging ensembles and isn't afraid to show skin, she doesn't go for outrageous with her style. This is about as out there as Gomez gets and it's gorgeous. It's exciting to see her sidestep her sleek, polished hair in favor of something so get up 'n' go, even if briefly.
Gomez's hair is not full on ginger. It is more of a maroon red and her locks have a bit of an ombre cast. They almost look dip-dyed, especially the wispy faux bangs that frame her face. A lot of effort probably went into creating this faux red look.
If you want to try reddish hair, but have dark locks like Gomez and don't do wigs or can't head to the salon for an expensive and potentially damaging double process that strips hair, you can still get this look. Relax. You've got this. It's easy to recreate this look in a cheap and cute way.
First, don't wash your strands. This look is best with dirty, "next day" hair. You want it to look roughed up and as though just rolled out of bed.
Splat's Hair Chalk adds pops of color to dark hair easily. I know, I used this stuff around Halloween and the purple version gave me a temporary lavender granny gray look.
It's easy to apply, too. You just run the compact down the hair shaft or wherever you want to add color. It also wears and washes out well. The Sugar Plum shade can help you copy Gomez's reddish tint. ($5.99, ulta.com)
Splat Washables in Totally Red will give you instant and temporary red locks, too. No commitment, no problem. ($4.69, target.com)
It really is easy to copy Gomez's temporary red hair on your own. Just be careful when applying these products, since things can get messy and can stain your clothes or your countertop.
Images: W Magazine/Instagram (1); Courtesy Splat (2); Amy Sciarretto/Instagram (1)


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This was my last ride of 2103, the longest I have ever been and possibly the best time I have had so far. I have finally broken the 15 mile barrier for the first time which is pleasing.
Riding with other people is always preferable to riding alone, I think you are motivated to go further and try different things when you are with someone else and it was the same this time out.
The only problem I have encountered is the gear shift has broken (for the front cogs) so I am stuck on the middle cog – not a major issue as I usually ride on this gear most of the time, it's just annoying when you are going downhill and want to pedal faster.
This post is just a reminder to myself of what I can achieve and how far I can ride rather than being anything interesting or witty (I like to think some of my other posts fit into this category).
Today's ride took me out towards the windmills but not my usual route. We went up around a couple of tracks rather than on the roads, then followed part of the windmills route. Having stopped to admire a couple of houses we headed off towards Winscar Reservoir above Holmfirth. This is where the gear shift broke so we decided to turn around and come back, via the back of the windmill route, finishing off-road at the back of the local farm.
The details don't really matter in terms of time, it was a good ride out and fun off-road.
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Time Taken: 1:54:34
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PopCultHQ received a review copy of THE OTHER SIDE: Special Edition HC from Image Comics. Available August 30th, 2017, the creative team for this series features writing from Jason Aaron, art from Cameron Stewart, colors by Dave McCaig, and lettering from Pat Brosseau.
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THE OTHER SIDE: Special Edition HC
Writer: Jason Aaron
Artist: Cameron Stewart
Colorist: Dave McCaig
Letterer: Pat Brosseau
In Shops: August 30th, 2017
THE OTHER SIDE SPECIAL EDITION is a hardcover collection of the Eisner-Award nominated miniseries that started it all for writer JASON AARON (SOUTHERN BASTARDS, THE GODDAMNED, Scalped)! With amazingly visceral artwork from CAMERON STEWART (MOTOR CRUSH, Fight Club 2) and vivid colors from DAVE McCAIG (American Vampire), THE OTHER SIDE tells an unforgettable Vietnam War story from the point of view of two young soldiers on both sides of the conflict. THE OTHER SIDE SPECIAL EDITION will not only showcase this powerful war story but also include loads of extra materials straight from the files of both writer and artist. CAMERON STEWART was so committed to this project that he traveled to Vietnam to do preliminary research, and this collection will feature pictures, drawings, and journal entries from that trip. Collects THE OTHER SIDE #1-5
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Jason Aaron's writing is like something ripped from the mind of Stanley Kubrick. Or rather in this case, from the mind of his cousin Gus Hasford, who wrote the novel 'The Short-Timers' that would be turned into Kubrick's 1987 classic 'Full Metal Jacket' . Like Hasford and Kubrick, this script takes a straight dive into the horrors of the Vietnam war, but from both sides of the conflict. It's full of profanity, but there is also deep insightfulness as well; the internal dialogue of the US Marine and the North Vietnamese solider will make readers stop and ask questions about themselves, about the Vietnam War and about the nature of war itself, as well as the nature of man.
Cameron Stewart's artwork, plainly put, it's not for the faint of heart. It is violent, it is gory. It represents on paper all the bad of the Vietnam War, the disease that threatened soldier's lives, the constant threat of death by bullet or bomb or booby trap. His art with Jason Aaron's script is like something out of an old EC horror comic and any of the more violent war comics of the 60's, 70's or 80's. In short, it's a nightmare ride through the Vietnam War and once readers get off, they will find themselves shaken by it.
Dave McCaig's colors are brilliantly and carefully chosen to flesh out and bring Stewart's art to its full, violent glory. He has truly tapped into the mindset of all manner of colors to take this Vietnam War comic and help give it substance, give it life.
Pat Brosseau's lettering was absolutely awesome. There's a certain philosophical undertone to the lettering he does for the internal thoughts of the Marine and North Vietnam soldier, the kind of philosophy that comes from troops on the field of war. That's not to mention the dialogue spouted from the various secondary figures in the comic, they all weave together as a part of this fictional telling of the life of soldiers during Vietnam.
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This is a very compelling graphic novel about the Vietnam War. It is not to be read by underage readers; it is full of violence, profanity and graphic images. That being said, it's a very excellent graphic novel that puts a fresh perspective one of the more devastating conflicts that happened during the 20th century that still has repercussions felt into the 21st. There is a lot to be gained from reading this book, and it's going to pull the scales from the eyes for a lot of people who have only seen footage or read accounts about the war.
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Contributor(s): Rahman, Shibley | Rees, Glenn | Taylor, Richard.Material type: TextSeries: eBooks on Demand.Publisher: London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016Description: 1 online resource (394 p.).ISBN: 9781784500733.Genre/Form: Electronic books.Additional physical formats: Print version:: What the hell happened to my brain? : Living Beyond DementiaDDC classification: 616.8/30092 B LOC classification: RC522Online resources: Click here to view this ebook.
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What the Hell Happened to my Brain? by Kate Swaffer -- Disclaimer -- Foreword by Dr Richard Taylor -- Foreword by Glenn Rees, AM -- Foreword by Dr Shibley Rahman -- Dedication -- Acknowledgements -- Author's Note -- Introduction -- 1. Why Me, Why This, Why Now? -- 2. The Early Days -- 3. So, What the Hell Did Happen to My Brain? -- 4. Illness, Sadness and Positivity -- 5. The Dementia Train and Not Sweating the Small Stuff -- 6. Thank you, Richard Taylor -- 7. Reactions to Dementia: Yours, Mine, Others -- 8. The Burden of Disbelief -- 9. Being Diagnosed with Younger Onset Dementia
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Drawing on her own experiences, Kate Swaffer explores the daily challenges faced by those diagnosed with young onset dementia. Challenging the notion of 'prescribed disengagement', Kate offers a fresh perspective on how to live well with dementia, and how family, friends and dementia care professionals can support people post diagnosis.
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- #2View all PhotosfreeShanghai Museum#2 in Shanghai0.2 miles to city centerMuseums, Free, SightseeingTYPE2 hours to Half DayTIME TO SPEND0.2 miles to city centerMuseums, Free, SightseeingTYPE2 hours to Half DayTIME TO SPEND
Located on the People's Square near Nanjing Road, the Shanghai Museum is hard to miss thanks to its distinct architecture (a circular building atop a square foundation) and remarkable size. And you really shouldn't skip this historical gem. Frequently called one of the best museums in China, this expansive museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts (more than 1,000,000 to be exact) that chart the nation's history. Highlights include ornate calligraphy, exquisite jade carvings, thousand-year-old bronze works and traditional Chinese garb.
English-speaking travelers, in particular, praised the museum for its presentation of both Chinese and English exhibit descriptions. Others loved the vast amount of historical articles available for view and appreciated the comprehensive history lesson they were able to get out of it. Keep in mind: Since there is no entrance fee, you're likely to encounter many others looking to take advantage of this freebie, so come early if you can.
- #3View all PhotosfreeZhujiajiao#3 in Shanghai26.3 miles to city centerFree, Neighborhood/AreaTYPEHalf Day to Full DayTIME TO SPEND26.3 miles to city centerFree, Neighborhood/AreaTYPEHalf Day to Full DayTIME TO SPEND
Located 29 miles west of downtown lies the Venice of Shanghai, Zhujiajiao. This ancient water town saw its heyday during the Ming Dynasty, when its success as a commercial hub resulted in the construction of its picturesque waterways. The area remains composed of numerous canals with bridges connecting visitors to scores of charming narrow streets. Expect to find tiny cafes down back alleys, friendly boatmen offering rides and hole-in-the-wall shops selling souvenirs. Though recent visitors found strolling Zhujiajiao lovely, reviewers strongly suggested visiting during the week, as the big weekend crowds can hinder the experience.
Admission to Zhujiajiao is between 30 to 90 yuan ($4 to $13); the difference in price depends on what attractions you wish to visit within. Getting there, however, can be a challenge. The easiest way to reach Zhujiajiao is to take a taxi from downtown Shanghai, which should cost you between 150 to 200 yuan (about $22 to $30) each way. But, if you'd like to save some dough, take the hour-long bus ride from the Puanlu bus station near People's Square in Shanghai. This will only set you back 12 yuan (about $2). Just make sure you get on the Hùzhu Gaosù Kuàixiàn bus line.
- #4View all Photos#4 in Shanghai2.1 miles to city center2.1 miles to city centerSightseeingTYPE1 to 2 hoursTIME TO SPEND
Resembling a gigantic bottle opener, the Shanghai World Financial Center stands as one of the world's tallest buildings, glittering majestically on the skyline. Competing with the Oriental Pearl TV Tower for the best bird's-eye views, this structure touts an array of digital Shanghai depictions that illustrate the city's rapid evolution. And that's just at the bottom floor. Take the 49-second elevator, which is one of the fastest in the world, to the 94th and 97th floors where you'll be treated to a jaw-dropping urban panorama. However, the true highlight is on the 100th floor. Here, the Sky Walk – the world's highest observatory – allows guests to marvel at this Chinese metropolis from 1,555 feet above ground.
Recent visitors loved the views from the top of the Shanghai World Financial Center, but said those afraid of heights shouldn't try to conquer their fear here. Aside from the glass walkway, the 94th and 97th floor vantage points feature floor-to-ceiling windows, with the latter also having ceiling windows. Travelers also strongly suggested going a clear day if possible, as those who went on overcast or smoggy days were disappointed.
- #5View all Photos#5 in Shanghai0.9 miles to city centerParks and Gardens, Monuments and MemorialsTYPE1 to 2 hoursTIME TO SPEND0.9 miles to city centerParks and Gardens, Monuments and MemorialsTYPE1 to 2 hoursTIME TO SPEND
Dating back to the 16th century, the 5-acre Yuyuan Garden is the city's most revered green space. The garden took nearly 20 years to completely construct and was initially intended to be the private garden for Ming-dynasty official Pan Yunduan and his family. However, the garden ended up taking some hits, enduring both British occupation during the Opium Wars and again by the French during the Taiping Rebellion. Despite the turmoil, the garden remained largely intact and is today a beautiful retreat loved by many. Here, you'll find six main scenic areas and 30 pavilions outfitted with ornate structures like decorated bridges and colorful pagodas as well intimate enclaves that are divided by "dragon walls" (partitions with stone dragons lying on top). Highlights include the Heralding Spring Hall, the Jade Magnificence Hall and the Lotus Pool.
Recent visitors enjoyed the scenery and architecture that comprise the Yuyuan Gardens but lamented the hoards of tourists the gardens attract. Many travelers ran into crowds during their visit and strongly recommended choosing a time when there won't be as many people, as some felt the crowds took away from the peaceful nature of the gardens. And depending on the season, it's worth noting that there isn't too much cover in the park, so visiting at peak hours on a hot afternoon during the summer could easily end up being a miserable experience.
- #6View all Photos#6 in Shanghai3.8 miles to city centerChurches/Religious Sites, Monuments and MemorialsTYPE1 to 2 hoursTIME TO SPEND3.8 miles to city centerChurches/Religious Sites, Monuments and MemorialsTYPE1 to 2 hoursTIME TO SPEND
As Shanghai's oldest and largest religious complex, Longhua Temple is a natural tourist attraction, drawing droves of travelers. The temple was built in the 10th century and is named after the pipal tree where Buddha is said to have reached enlightenment. It's staggering seven-story pagoda is easy to spot, though much more lies within. Take time to explore the five main halls each filled to the brim with ornate sculptures, including numerous buddhas. Also take time to marvel at the more than 14,000-pound bell located in the bell and drum tower near the entrance. And if you're visiting Shanghai in the spring, expect hordes of peach blossoms to make appearances in your photographs. Unfortunately, the most photogenic point of the property, the pagoda, is not open for exploration.
Recent visitors found the Longhua Temple peaceful and enjoyed being able to witness locals in worship. Many also strongly recommended visiting during the week, as the weekends bring in the most tourists and can become quite crowded. Travelers who reported visiting at peak days of the week and popular times of the year reported admission prices surging, especially during Chinese New Year.
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One of the city's most popular attractions, the Jade Buddha Temple impresses visitors with its legion of statues. The temple was originally built to house two jade statues brought in from Burma. But over time, its collection of ornate statues grew, subsequently drawing crowds in droves. While you should definitely pay homage to the jade buddhas, there are other figures that merit your attention. In the Grand Hall, three golden Buddhas represent the incarnations of Buddha (past, present and future), while the Heavenly King Hall features four heavenly kings surrounding more buddhas, acting as divine protectors. There's also the Hall of the Reclining Buddha, which houses the second jade buddha statue, carved from a single piece of white jade. It's also worth noting that the temple is one of Shanghai's few active Buddhist monasteries, so many monks call this place home.
Recent visitors reported thoroughly enjoying their trip to the Jade Buddha Temple, calling the attraction both tranquil and beautiful. The artwork is awe-inspiring, with many travelers strongly suggesting future visitors take time to admire the uniqueness of the Jade Buddha. Photography of the buddha, however, is prohibited. And keep in mind that the temple does get quite busy, so try to arrive early in the morning to beat the crowds.
- #8View all Photos#8 in Shanghai5.2 miles to city centerSightseeingTYPELess than 1 hourTIME TO SPEND5.2 miles to city centerSightseeingTYPELess than 1 hourTIME TO SPEND
It's simple: The Shanghai Maglev is one of the fastest passenger trains in the world. Traveling at about 270 miles per hour, this train is the adult equivalent of the theme park ride, especially since it is also very convenient. Passengers on board the Shanghai Maglev are blasted between downtown and Pudong International Airport in about 7 minutes. This 18-mile ride is quite a trip. Plus, there's a museum dedicated to exhibiting the history of the train and the engineering feats required to construct it. You'll find the small museum at the Maglev Longyang Road Station, where the train stops in the city. That said, most visitors recommend the train for more practical purposes.
The train operates from 6:45 a.m. to 9:40 p.m. every 20 minutes. A one-way ticket costs 50 yuan (about $8). For more information, consult the Shanghai Maglev's official website.
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As Shanghai's most recognizable landmark, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower occupies a prominent place on the city's landscape. Standing tall in the Pudong district, the structure features one revolving restaurant, three legs, 11 spheres and multiple observatory levels. The most thrilling viewpoints are from the "Space Module" – the highest observation deck, sitting a staggering 1,148 feet above the ground. The Shanghai Municipal History Museum also resides here and merits a quick visit.
Recent visitors found the views from the tower to be simply incredible, but it comes at a cost. Many travelers expressed frustration over the long wait times for buying tickets, being admitted to the attraction and getting to the elevators – with the average wait time being at least an hour. That being said, some felt the high price wasn't worth it. Though the glass bottom floor at one of the observation levels and the Shanghai Museum were redeeming features for some reviewers.
- #10View all PhotosfreeNanjing Road#10 in Shanghai0.9 miles to city centerFree, Neighborhood/Area, ShoppingTYPE2 hours to Half DayTIME TO SPEND0.9 miles to city centerFree, Neighborhood/Area, ShoppingTYPE2 hours to Half DayTIME TO SPEND
Whether or not you have money to burn, consider visiting Nanjing Road to witness the hustle and bustle of Chinese commerce. The Shanghai equivalent of New York's Fifth Avenue, Nanjing Road stretches six miles total and boasts retailers from all over the world in addition to local shops and department stores. In the daylight, you'll admire the graceful architecture of the surrounding buildings. At night, you'll marvel at the illuminated logos and brand names that line the avenue.
The main drag has been designated a pedestrian-only street, but that doesn't mean you can ignore traffic. Thousands of shoppers clog this main artery on a regular basis, so come prepared to power through the crowds. And if you are planning to spend some cash, make sure you do so wisely. Recent visitors said they didn't do much shopping because it was difficult to find a bargain. However, travelers were taken by the atmosphere of the lively thoroughfare and recommended going to witness the life of the area for that reason alone (though many strongly cautioned against engaging aggressive hawkers that permeate some parts of the street). Some even said vendors followed them, but not for very long. The best thing to do is to completely ignore them. Prostitution can also be found on Nanjing Road, so it's best not to bring children along.
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Roseville's Mike Muscala is holding on by the tips of his fingernails to the NBA's fringe.
The top-down view of where the 6-11, 240-pound forward-center stands? He'll be in uniform when Atlanta comes to the Target Center to play the Minnesota Timberwolves Wednesday night. But unless his teammates incur foul trouble or the score is lopsided late in the game, no one should expect Muscala to perform much of anything but mop-up duty in his return home to Minnesota (where he was a high school Mr. Basketball finalist in 2009).
The Atlanta Hawks drafted Muscala 44th overall in last summer's second round. He spent most of the 2013-14 NBA season in Spain, logging just 71 minutes in nine games since the Hawks bought out his contract last month. Atlanta was desperate to bring Muscala back after suffering a slew of injuries to various big men.
If you look from the bottom up, we see a kid who has always had those fingernails clinging to the next rung on the ladder, taking an against-the-odds climb from Roseville to Bucknell University to Rio Natura Monbus Obradoiro to the Hawks.
According to the salary-savvy website shamsports.com, Muscala is guaranteed $161,141 for his services this season and at least half of his $816,482 salary next season. That's a peon's wages by NBA standards, but a handsome real-world figure, especially when added to his Spanish earnings from Monbus Obradoiro.
If Muscala sticks with the Hawks, he will be owed $2.95 million over the next three years, again per shamsports.com. Even for an Academic All-American who majored in Business Administration, that's auspicious remuneration.
And if past history is any indication, Muscala will find a way to make himself useful and reap those paydays. As the trainer who worked him out before last year's draft told Sports Illustrated, "He's going to will his way into a rotation and not make mistakes. There's no doubt he'll have an eight or 10-year NBA career."
I caught up with Muscala over the phone last week for this Q&A.
MinnPost: You shoot really well from outside for someone nearly seven feet tall. Were you always the big kid at school?
Mike Muscala: No, when I was in 9th and 10th grade, I played the 3 [small forward] spot. I was about 6-1 as a freshman and 6-4 as a sophomore. When I graduated high school I was about 6-9 and a little over 6-10 by the time I started at Bucknell. [Not always being tall] helped me become more of an inside-out player.
MP: How did you wind up at Bucknell?
MM: Well, I wasn't heavily recruited out of high school. The assistant coach there, Dane Fischer, is from Minnesota and saw me play on the AAU circuit and gave me a call. I had my unofficial visit there in August before my senior year and could definitely tell it was the place for me. Lewisburg is a classic college town in central Pennsylvania — they call it the Bucknell bubble. It is a great liberal arts university, we played basketball at a high level and I got a great education. I studied business management and Spanish. I always liked Spanish after I went to Mexico with my family one year and rather than random electives, I took Spanish classes.
MP: When did you first allow yourself to think you might have a chance to play in the NBA?
MM: After my junior year, I went to this pre-draft thing. It was a confidence-builder because I played against guys I had heard about or seen [from more prestigious college programs]. And there were agents around and stuff.
MP: After four years in school you were drafted. You were officially drafted by Dallas but then immediately traded to Atlanta. Any forewarning which team would take you?
MM: I knew Atlanta liked me because I worked out for them twice. It's funny, I did about 15 workouts and I knew Atlanta liked me and I really wanted to do well and my first workout with them was probably the worst one I had. Then I came back and did my last workout with them and it was probably the best one of the whole journey. And I met Atlanta's staff at the draft combine. Atlanta and Sacramento were the only two teams to interview me.
MP: There are some parallels between your style of play and the way Atlanta's general manager, Danny Ferry, used to play. I've heard he was very influential in the Hawks being interested in you.
MM: He was at both of my workouts. We've talked several times since then. He was around when I was working out after summer league and he came to Spain to watch me.
MP: What kind of advice did he give you? [Note: Ferry was willing to talk with me for this story, but connections fell through before the deadline.]
MM: Just little things. In terms of my body that I obviously needed to get bigger and stronger and just focus on adding little things to my game.
MP: How did you end up in Spain?
MM: My agent told me a few teams were interested. [Monbus Obradoiro] saw tape of me and were fond of my game and when I saw they played once a week I thought that was great because it meant I could focus on my body, improve my flexibility and balance as well as getting stronger and getting rest. Just eating better and recovering after workouts, doing extra workouts. Peter [Vang, his manager and assistant] taped every game so I could go over the film and study it. They only play once a week so they were always high-pressure games.
MP: What are the differences between basketball in college, in Spain and in the NBA?
MM: I think some of the offensive sets and the execution in Spain were new to me; the way teams pass the ball and the intelligence of the players. Obviously I was playing against much older players [compared to college], but I think it is really physical in Spain — it is in the NBA as well, but the refs control it more. There are a lot of tricks in terms of pushing and it was good for me to learn. We had a guy, Oriol Junyent, who is about 37 and used to play with the Spanish national team, a big strong guy with a lot of tricks who helped me.
MP: Sounds like a good overall experience. Your father told me the Spanish media really appreciated that you knew the language.
MM: Yeah, they appreciated that I tried to speak the language [laughs]. My mindset was that I would spend the entire year playing in Spain and learn as much as I could. I played the 5 [center] mostly and my role was to be a good rebounder and good finisher around the basket. The guards flashing in to the basket gave me good passes and I was able to knock down my midrange shot too.
MP: With your success and all of Atlanta's injuries to big men, did you keep tabs on what was going on?
MM: It entered my mind, but I wanted to really focus on the season, so I was surprised when it actually came to fruition. My agent called me and said there was a possibility that Atlanta wanted to bring me back over. That was on a Thursday, near the trade deadline. It eventually happened on Sunday.
MP: Being offered a multi-year contract, even if only some of the money is guaranteed; is that a sign of faith in a second-round pick?
MM: Yeah, I suppose. Coming back from Spain I didn't know what to expect. I thought I could be spending another year in Spain.
MP: How did it affect your attitude when it happened?
MM: I think whatever I got in terms of my situation with the Hawks I earned it. I played well in Spain. I always thought I was ready but I improved a lot in Spain. Now it is nice to be in the NBA and show what I can do.
MP: What aspects of your game have improved the most this season?
MM: My patience on the offensive end. Working with Peter, watching film, reading defenses. Players so much smarter at this level, they know your tendencies. You have moves in your arsenal, but you have to utilize them differently and take another step forward.
When I am patient on the offensive end I can read the defense and make the right play. I don't always have to score. On defense, it is getting stronger. I think I am a good help defender and pick-and-roll defender and I need to get stronger and become a better post defender.
MP: The three-point shot is important in the NBA and you shot well from outside in college. I know Atlanta doesn't run a lot of that for their big men, but did you work on your three-point shooting in Spain?
MM: I didn't work on it a ton but I did some. I think the NBA three-pointer is a much bigger adjustment [further away]. My midrange shot is good and now I am just trying to get my reps, especially working on the corner three pointer.
MP: Everybody always talks about the learning curve in the NBA. What has stood out for you?
MM: It is hard to sum up. It is a different game. The change of pace in the NBA is so important, and the players are so good at it. In college it is so fast all the time. In the NBA, it is full court running, but it is wise not to play crazy. The great players look to lull you to sleep and then have that quick burst of speed. That's a big adjustment for me and it goes back to being patient. Everybody is bigger, longer, stronger and smarter too. It's the highest level.
MP: Is it hard not to get discouraged when you aren't playing many minutes?
MM: No. I obviously want to play, but I know I came here past the halfway point of the season and I am really just trying to offer whatever I can to the team. Just trying to learn quickly and fit in with the different concepts. I've worked with the assistant coahes and they have been very helpful, even the strength guy and the trainer.
MP: Do you know what kind of player they want you to be?
MM: I haven't thought of it that way. They know the player I am. I just want to get better.
MP: Let's put it another way: Project yourself as a player, your strengths and what you need to work on.
MM: For me, I run the floor well, am a smart player on offense. I think I am a really good midrange shooter and offensive rebounder but I need to get better at post defense. I am in the post as a help-side shot blocker. I think in terms of my low-post scoring, as a presence, I am not where I want to right now but I'm confident with my touches I can be. At Bucknell, I had a good touch around the basket.
I need to work on my upper-body strength. I run really well for my height and I don't need to put on a lot of unnecessary weight, but as I naturally mature I need to learn how to bang more. I need to use the tools I already have better. I have strong legs and I need to be able to sit low and get better balance in the paint.
MP: Is your basketball career already a success?
MM: [Laughs] That's a tough question. For me, no. I am a competitor and that's why I am able to be here in the first place. I want to prove I can play at a high level and I have goals for myself. It is a dream come true to play in the NBA, but I wouldn't have made it this far if I didn't want to accomplish more.


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"Animal shelters across the region are preparing to take care of pets, staff and the public during the COVID-19 outbreak," Fairfax County Animal Shelter Director, Dr. Karen Diviney, told the Connection on Monday, March 16. The Fairfax shelter has released its public update on services and programs. All area shelters are making plans and all are in touch to assure preparedness.
The public should have no fear for the wellbeing of shelter animals during the health crisis. Their care is "first and foremost", said Diviney. "The Fairfax County Animal Shelter staff is cross-trained in cleaning, medicating, feeding and exercising; including the shelter managers." The operation could sustain itself even with the up to 20 percent absence rate that could be possible in coming weeks. The shelter also has a robust volunteer program, with more than 300 active and dedicated volunteers. Those volunteers will continue to serve, unless they become ill or are exposed to someone who is ill. Said Michael Gatsos, who's been volunteering for a year walking shelter dogs, "Gotta help the puppies."
Diviney stated that they would take good care of animals in their custody by keeping staff and volunteers healthy, by means of minimizing the number of public visitors in the building.
For example, last Saturday, about 400 people visited the shelter on West Ox Road in Fairfax. Such mass grouping in the shelter public areas does not provide for the social distancing recommended by health officials. Therefore, the shelter will make some adjustments to require essential services by appointment.
Fairfax County residents, wishing to adopt, surrender, turn in a stray animal, or pick up their own strayed animal, will need to make an on-line appointment by emailing the shelter at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Will animals in need of a new home have a longer wait for adoption without walk in visitors? Diviney says there are ample adoption appointment slots available, up to 90 appointments per week. The Fairfax shelter normally has 45–60 adoptions in a typical week. Potential adopters are encouraged to view the available pets on-line through the shelter's web page and make an appointment to see pets of interest. Emailing is recommended, although calling for an appointment is available for those without email capability at 703-830-1100.
The shelter's website also may provide some ideas for parents seeking to keep children occupied during the school closure. The shelter page, in the "volunteer, foster, donate" section lists nine projects for kids. While the shelter is not accepting direct donations of items until at least April 15, projects can be undertaken now and held for later donation. Those looking for other ways to help the shelter will find its Amazon wish list in the same donations section and can order and arrange mailing to the shelter.
Finally, Diviney points out that this may be a very good time to adopt a new pet. Families are at home to help the pet adjust to its new home and a new pet may provide a welcome positive distraction.


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Many of the devices we use today are manufactured with intentions of making our lives easier. Devices included are electronic, telecommunications, and wireless products – and require precise components as parts continue to shrink over time.
As society's electronic capabilities expand and technological advancements push on, the demand for manufacturing swiss screw parts that have intricate roles with in the functionality of these devices will also increase.
Fitting more technology in less space presents the electronic industry with new challenges that can be solved through swiss screw machining parts. Electronic components include connectors, test tubes, and screws that become systems in circuit boards, among other components. Swiss screw machines meet the demand for tighter tolerances and precise measurements needed to manufacture the parts.
Companies looking to improve part quality, reduce production costs and time, utilize swiss screw machining to manufacture parts needed in the electronic's industry. By the same token, swiss screw machines maneuver manufacturing materials and tools simultaneously, delivering high-quality parts in a fraction of the time through a hydrodynamic bar feeding system.
Swiss screw machining electronic parts also save money by reducing scrap metal, which are critical when manufacturing precious metals such as gold, silver or platinum. High precision throughout the tooling process minimizes the amount of material remaining after completion.
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This Buffy star tied the knot… three DAYS after getting engaged!
Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans will be delighted (or devastated) to hear that Xander has finally found his true love!
Actor Nicholas Brendon, famous for his role as the lovable geek, got married to girlfriend Moonda Tee in Las Vegas last week.
He revealed the news on Twitter with this pic, and the caption "We're married!"
We like the beard! Moonda also shared a couple of pictures on her Facebook page, adding that her funky hair was her "something blue" for the wedding day.
Looks like it was a small ceremony with not many guests – no chance of a Buffy reunion then?
If the quickie wedding in Vegas wasn't dramatic enough, it turns out Nicholas had only popped the question three days beforehand! Last Monday, he shared this snap on Twitter of his surprise proposal… in a hairdresser's? Very romantic!
Although he hasn't quite enjoyed the success that co-star Sarah Michelle Gellar has, Nick has been doing well for himself since Buffy ended in 2003, appearing on Criminal Minds and Private Practice among other shows.
We wish the happy couple all the best!


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Desire takes hold when Blake discovers that her new roommate, Yhivi, is exactly the kind of lover that she's always longed for. Melissas passionate relationship hits a major roadblock when she tells her girlfriend that she wants to have a baby. A practical Blair and a free-spirited Lyra prove that when it comes to sex, opposites do attract. Rachael and Charlotte enjoy one last heated encounter before they call their relationship quits.
Cast: Kasey Warner, Rachael Madori, Yuhivi, Charlotte Cross, Lyra Law, Melissa Moore, Blair Williams, Blake Bartelli
Directed by Jacky St. James
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