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(From left): Coco de Paula, director of tourism at Editorial Abril; Carlos Rodríguez, director of PROCOLOMBIA's Trade Office in Brazil; Nubia Stella Martínez, PROCOLOMBIA's Vice President for Tourism; Carmen Fukunari, art director at Brazil's Viajes y Turismo magazine.
Colombia obtained the Merit Award in Institutional Marketing as a "Revealing Destination" during Viajes y Turismo magazine's ninth version of the prizes. The magazine is Brazil's most important in the field.
The various acknowledgements were awarded in 22 categories, and were chosen through the internet among 13,000 participants.
According to a poll carried out by Ipsos – Napoleón Franco and PROCOLOMBIA among 4,180 foreign tourists, the 92 Brazilians interviewed gave their stay in Colombia a score of 4.4 out of a maximum of 5.
Seven hundred tourism business people attended the awards ceremony, which included the launching of the Colombian Tourism Guide.
Nubia Stella Ramírez, PROCOLOMBIA's Vice President for Tourism accepted the award and stated that once again we realize the increasing acknowledgement of Colombia around the world.
(From left): Carlos Rodríguez, director of PROCOLOMBIA's Trade Office in Brazil; Nubia Stella Martínez, PROCOLOMBIA's Vice President for Tourism.
She added that it is very important to continue working to position the country in Brazil, Latin America´s largest market.
The award was presented during the ABAV Fair, considered the most important in Latin America.
The fair took place in Brazil on October 22 and 23, 2009, with representatives from over 30 countries, including Colombia, and, for the first time, Jordan, China, and New York as exhibitors.
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Healthcare Mission
The mission of the clinics at The Johnson Center is to provide specialized clinical care for children.
Our Perspective on Health Care in Autism
We believe that autism is treatable across multiple domains and that good health is primary in successful intervention for children with this disorder.
If your child's teacher, psychologist, or pediatrician tells you that nothing can be done to address your child's medical symptoms, please know that this view is not accurate; it might be based on pre-existing prejudices or lack of up-to-date information. Because the understanding of autism is changing rapidly, it can be challenging to stay on top of the latest research. The team at The Johnson Center is dedicated to providing the best and most relevant treatment options for your child, based on the most recent science available. Many of the staff and clinicians working at The Johnson Center are also parents of children on the autism spectrum. One of our goals is to give as many children as possible the best chance for symptom improvement. Through our years of experience in researching and treating autism, we have learned that autism is most effectively treated comprehensively. We also know that each child has particular needs, and our team of specialists will help you to find the treatments that work best for your child.
Our clinic integrates traditional science, medicine, and nutrition with recently developed and recognized treatments and therapy for children on the autism spectrum.
We take the time needed to form an understanding of each child's health profile, determined with a comprehensive history and physical examination. Any available previous laboratory results are reviewed. Additional lab work can then be recommended in order to further delineate your child's health status. We determine a treatment course specific to your child based on lab results and our clinical observations and findings.
Diagnostic Services
There is a licensed psychologist on staff who is trained in the accurate diagnosis of children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. This type of work-up can give you a more clear idea about not only the diagnostic "label" that applies, but, more importantly, the strengths and challenges that your child has, and what areas should first be addressed. It is a good way to get a baseline for behaviors at the start of intervention so you can see what progress is made over the course of treatment and what still needs to be done. Additionally, our psychologist is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) who has a background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and can advise you on behavior treatment options. To learn more about this service, click here.
Health Care Assessment and Treatment
Autism is a multi-system disorder. Solid research published in peer-reviewed medical journals has repeatedly documented abnormalities in immune, gastrointestinal, and metabolic systems of individuals on the autism spectrum.
Interventions focused on these areas very often result in neurological improvement and better behavior. In addition, they help to relieve pain and discomfort, and to improve general health.
To fully understand particular health issues, we take a careful health history, give a physical exam, and collect appropriate laboratory tests, then design a treatment plan that will address any documented health concerns. Treatment might involve a combination of diet changes, therapeutic nutrition, and targeted prescription medications.
Dietary Intervention in Autism
We believe there are no "autism diets." However, it is clear that many individuals with autism have sensitivities to foods for a variety of reasons. These sensitivities can contribute significantly to gastrointestinal symptoms, including gastro-esophageal reflux, abdominal discomfort, and abnormal stool patterns. Food can also trigger an immune response that can cause problems elsewhere in the body, including the brain. There are chemicals, additives, and preservatives found in many foods that may stress the body and can even act directly on the brain to alter behavior.
In addition, it has been shown that many children with autism have multiple underlying nutritional deficiencies. This might be a result of self-restricted diets, abnormal digestion, poor absorption, or an inability by the body to utilize the nutrients effectively. Since the health of the brain and the immune system are so tightly linked to nutritional status, we consider it critical that all of our patients are evaluated carefully by one of our dieticians. Our team of licensed nutrition and dietetic professionals has substantial experience in both clinical nutrition and dietetic counseling for those on the autism spectrum.
There are "autism diets" that are used to treat children. These can be very effective as long as the child's nutritional needs are also carefully monitored and met. But it is not uncommon for us to see patients on these restricted diets who are missing important nutrients. This is evident only through careful dietary analysis. Our team can help you to determine the best diet for your child and can help you implement it in a way that is safe, healthy, and manageable. We believe this is foundational care, and a critical piece of treatment.
Therapeutic Nutrition
In order to better serve our clients, clinicians at The Johnson Center are trained and experienced in the application of clinical nutrition intervention. The term "clinical nutrition" refers to the targeted and applied use of diet and supplementation to improve health and prevent disease. In conjunction with appropriate medical care and dietetic counseling, therapeutic nutrition is fundamental to our objective of improving children's health.
Prescription Management
Our philosophy and practice recognizes the importance of medical intervention and prescription medication management as one component of care. Our clinicians have been involved in research, training of other physicians, and clinical practice development regarding the appropriate use of medication in treating some of the symptoms affecting children with autism spectrum disorder. We acknowledge, support, and recommend the use of evidence-based medical interventions that can improve the symptoms with which our children struggle. Appropriate medical management can include treatment for immunological, gastrointestinal, and neurological concerns.
ABA Therapy
Recent research demonstrates that the root of autism spectrum disorders is physiological. However, the Johnson Center recognizes and endorses the critical importance of behavioral therapy for children with autism. It is unusual for these children to significantly improve without intensive behavioral and educational management. Research shows that many children who are provided with this behavioral intervention can make remarkable gains in adaptive and language skills, as well as IQ. Applied Behavioral Analysis, or ABA, is the systematic application of behavioral principals, designed to help individuals improve socially significant skills. In addition, ABA relies on objective measures to determine whether the interventions selected are responsible for the changes sought. ABA provides interventions that are aligned with evidenced-based practices required by federal education law. The Johnson Center offers ABA therapy through credentialed professionals, and also advises and works with local providers in many communities, to ensure that every family has the opportunity to pursue appropriate behavioral intervention. To learn more about this service, click here .

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I hate that this isn't sold in stores anymore because I love it. This smells so good, it doesn't smell like artificial baby powder. It's great for sensitive skin because it hasn't cause irritation or stung my face. It is also lightweight and quickly absorbs into the skin.
WARNING! The "new and improved" version of this in the squeeze bottle smells absolutely VILE. I had been using the new lavender vanilla Baby Bee lotion but I don't really like lavender so, remembering how I used to love the original scent I bought a tube of it.
Sniffing it in the tube it smells the same but once applied there is a sickening wet dog/plastic/and something rotting smell with the occasional hint of the original scent. It's nauseating and I'm fighting the urge to jump back in the shower and wash it off. If I had a baby, I imagine he/she'd be howling in disgust after I slathered them in this.
Good move selling to Clorox, Burts. They're really improved things.
Needless to say, at first chance this is going back to the store.
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I have no idea (other than a strict budget or not knowing better) why people would use Johnson & Johnson's or Baby Magic lotion on their baby when this stuff is around! As for the budget concern, this bottle will truly last a long time, especially when used for a baby.
It's ideal for sensitive adult skin, too.
This stuff is so nourishing, smells dreamy, and is pure natural goodness!
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use this for myself and i love it it works great and you can still smell it on my skin at the end of the day (luv the smell)
The only thing that helped my 1 year old sons eczema! After the eveeno and all of the doctors creams and different brands I tried this was the only thing. Smells heavenly. I was tempted to slather it on myself. In fact that's not a bad idea..
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My favorite! Been using it on my children and myself for 6 years now. Discovered it when I became a foster parent and wanted a good, petrol-free lotion for the babies in my care. When I saw how thin the consistency was, didn't think I would like it, but it distributes more evenly and quickly covers a larger area than thicker lotions do. It's fast absorbing, non-greasy, and smells like heaven to me. Moisturizes better than anything I've ever tried.
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ths is a lovely moistureiser, i got for my daughter when she was a few months old and it really helped her dry skin patches, it smells great and dries quickly
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I'm kinda on the fence about this lotion. it has a scent that reminds me of a combination of baby shampoo and...vomit. I also am not a fan of the texture. it's kinda sticky, unlike other lotions I've used and liked. at least it makes my skin soft though.
My daughter is prone to dry skin and eczema and this lotion did nothing for her... I was disappointed. I was hoping to find something more natural to use on her and this was just not it.
This is the most incredible body lotion! Its moisturising, all natural and smells incredible. I don't have a baby ( thank the lord! I'm only 17 ) so I just use this on myself.
Lets talk about the smell, Its hard to describe its probably milk and honey but its just amazing. I once put this on before bed and my mum came up to me and told me how nice I smell and kept sniffing me. It really is wonderful its sweet but in a really warm milk kind of way.
What I like most about it is the smell isn't synthetic smelling or overpowering. Its like a big hug in a bottle!
Its all natural as with most if not all Burts bees products which is very important to me. Skin is your biggest organ and because of that you need to use a lot of body lotion to cover it so in turn you would be covering your body with a lot of parabens and chemicals which seems much worse than having them in your face cream, well thats my thought on it anyway.
The bottle is great since its hygenic which is important to me.
Last but not least its really moisturising, It left my skin silky soft and my skin just drank up all the great and moisturising ingredients.
This is by far my favourite skin lotion/smell in the world!
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Qualified instructors will teach campers proper climbing technique, safety, and equipment operation at our on-site rock wall and high ropes elements.
Once they have honed their skills at the on-site facility, campers will be ready to participate in our climbing trip. While taking in the spectacular view, campers will apply climbing techniques as they explore our off-site rock face, which stands 200 feet tall and offers a number of climbing routes of varying difficulty.


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Surprise, surprise. The big-business-worshipping Blue Dogs, they who got slaughtered in the midterms last week, are (along with Big Media allies like the ever-reliable Lawrence O'Donnell) trying to push the myth that they lost big, not because they pressured Obama to go with a stimulus package that every economist worthy of the name said was too small to truly heal the economy quickly, but because of (get this) Nancy Pelosi.
CNN's Candy Crowley recited Blue Dog doofus Jason Altmire's "that San Francisco gay-lover Pelosi lost middle America!" spiel to the DCCC's Chris Van Hollen this morning, no doubt expecting him to cower before the Blue Dogs as DC pols are wont to do. But this time at least, Van Hollen is willing to tell the Blue Dogs to get real — that this election was a referendum on the economy first and foremost, and that the Republicans once again are forced to take at least partial ownership of the failure if the economy (which as he points out was initially wrecked by the policies of a Republican president and Congress) if it doesn't improve in another two years.
Van Hollen knows full well, I imagine, that the Blue Dogs did it to themselves. Way back in January, he knew from his own and Celinda Lake's polling that the anti-choice and pro-business concessions that conservative Democrats like the Blue Dogs forced into the health care bill are a big part of what took Martha Coakley from a nineteen-point lead to a loss against Scott Brown in January. As even Joe Klein, who is no friend to progressives, is able to see, at every turn the Blue Dogs could have saved themselves, but they flatly, stupidly refused to do so. Even as late as July, they could have saved themselves if they hadn't voted to gut the only legislation that could have saved them, the unemployment benefits extension. But their hatred for the average American, and their love for deep-pocketed anti-worker interests, won out to their detriment.


text: Dinner Archive 2 Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs I can't believe we are more than halfway through September. Today is the first wet day we have seen in weeks. If it wasn't for the earlier sunsets I would guess we were still fully ensconced in July. I totally forgot to mention celebrating Scoop's first birthday at the end of August! Read More 2 Cider Glazed Pork Chops & Pears I know we are days away from the first day of summer but a recent string of damp grey days has me in the mood for a bit of comfort food. If you share my feelings then you are really going to love these pork chops and pears cooked in cider. I Read More 0 Make dinner in 5 minutes! Time, time, time… Where does it go and how can we get some more of it! This is likely to be a prominent feature in my writing for awhile. In juggling all there is to juggle these days I have to think harder about how to cook smarter. At the head of Read More 2 Burger Night Done Light Burger night is a rare treat in our house. When it does come around, burgers are a great opportunity to put the recipe lightening techniques I shared earlier this week into action. Let's apply those tips to the burger recipe below: Ingredient Swap To get a really moist juicy burger most sources Read More 1 Orange Braised Beef Short Ribs with Fennel & Carrots Many home cooks are crazy about their electric slow cooker. Personally I am a bigger fan of braising in a Dutch oven. I just like the taste of food cooked slowly in the oven better than on a counter top. The meat and vegetables achieve a deeper flavor in the Dutch oven. Read More 7 Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Layered Enchiladas I have thought it would be fun to try and do an entire collection of recipes dedicated to repurposing leftovers. If nothing else it would give my brain something to tease out. Leftovers can be a tough sell. So many things are great the first time around. Hot from the oven meals Read More 2 Beefy Mushroom Stroganoff A couple months back I told you how much I have been appreciating the talent and creativity of my fellow food bloggers. (Rainyday Gal's Chicken Noodle Soup) At the time I was in the early stages of pregnancy and my energy level was dragging at best. Even with my energy back up Read More 2 Everyone Deserves to Eat – Food Bloggers Against Hunger "48.8 million Americans—including 16.2 million children— live in households that lack the means to get enough nutritious food on a regular basis. As a result, they struggle with hunger at some time during the year." – Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry – Hunger Facts I spent the weekend feeling unsettled about Read More 8 Crustless Quiche Two Ways Easter candy is my favorite of all the candies marketed specifically for holidays. I love the bright colors. I especially love the chocolate eggs with crispy candy shells, fruit flavored jelly beans, and larger pastel malted chocolate eggs. Next Sunday I am sure I will wind up consuming more than my fair share of Read More 5 Quick Tropical Getaway: Baked Coconut-Ginger Shrimp This is the time of year I start to get antsy for the temperature to climb. On the chilliest days I cruise around the web planning tropical vacations. Dressed in layers with a blanket over my lap I dream about hopping on a plane bound for cloudless beaches. I'm not picky just Read More 5 Shrimp and Spaghetti Squash "Pasta" One of the fun behind the scenes parts about blogging is reading the keywords and phrases that lead people to this site. I have no way to track individual users, just the search terms they use. Commonly searched phrases include: vegan pesto, low fat espresso cake, Netflix workouts, and my favorite bikiniless. Read More 6 Lighter than Air Chicken Nuggets with Cranberry BBQ Sauce Okay, okay not literally lighter than air. I don't want to upset the physicists in the audience. However, I have to tell you about these Savory Herb Chicken Nuggets. I spent weeks working on the recipe. I was on a mission and did not stop until I could say with confidence that I had reached crisp-savory nugget Read More


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Who went forward and who went backwards at Sepang
So, Ferrari won in Malaysia, where they shouldn't have won, and alarm bells are well and truly ringing up and down the pit lane. But should rivals really be tearing their hair out?
The fact that the Bridgestone-shod Ferraris were as bullet-proof as ever and almost as quick as they had been in Melbourne was a source of great concern to their Michelin-tyred opposition. But when the victorious Michael Schumacher spoke of being fast at the beginning and the end of each stint was he really being a trifle disingenuous after playing with Juan Pablo Montoya? Certainly theirs seemed to be a tough struggle, but usually a car is fast at one or other end of a stint, not both. Where Michael cruised on to a fine victory, Rubens Barrichello lucked out after opting for Bridgestone's harder tyre compound, especially as they lost temperature in the wet section early in the race.
BMW Williams looked a lot more convincing than they had in Melbourne, and Montoya's car was fast enough to set fastest lap, by nearly six tenths from Michael. Ralf's race was compromised by the early in-fighting, in which he damaged his front wing against Webber's right rear wheel. Crippling understeer was the result, and he was only fifth when his BMW V10 blew up. But eight points are eight points, so it was reasonable damage limitation.
BAR Honda were cock-a-hoop as they moved ahead of McLaren, figuratively and literally. The 006 was fast and reliable, in Button's case, and the team are learning fast about getting the best from their Michelin rubber after some glitches early in practice when Button complained about the car's balance. It was balanced enough in the race to set third fastest lap, only a tenth off Michael. Sato's Honda engine failure was a shame after his strong recovery drive, but whereas they went backwards in Melbourne, BAR moved forward in Malaysia.
Sauber Petronas were chuffed when Felipe Massa scored a point for a hard-driven eighth place, especially as the difficulty in steering the car on fresh rubber caused him to slide right across Turn Five on the 42nd lap. The result helped at a time when the team's new race engineers are still learning their new car and while they are awaiting the first fruits of the new wind tunnel in Hinwil which became operational a fortnight ago.
Those who went down, at least as far as the race was concerned, were Jaguar, Renault and McLaren.
For Jaguar the brilliance of qualifying was instantly negated by problems getting both cars off the line. Both R5s bogged down disastrously, and while Jaguar's engineers must have a pretty good idea why, they weren't letting on as they headed home for a post-mortem. It was a real disappointment, after Webber's superb front row qualifying effort, and robbed the race of one of its most fascinating prospects.
Renault went to Malaysia expecting to run at the front, so fifth and seventh places were a big disappointment. Unusually for a car whose tyre preservation was the talk of winter testing and the Australian race, the R24 was less than great round Sepang. Trulli complained of graining in the race, and neither car was particularly well balanced. Then there was that remarkable gamble in running Alonso on a two-stop strategy to try and get him clear of the likes of Coulthard. Somebody will surely file that one away in the 'seemed like a good idea at the time' drawer.
McLaren were certainly better than in Melbourne, thanks to some revised aerodynamic parts, but there was more unreliability for Raikkonen when he suffered what was described as a transmission failure. He had already lost time with a fuel nozzle problem during his second stop. Clearly there is still a lot more work to be done at Woking, but at least Coulthard's MP4-19 was reliable enough for a sixth place finish.
Toyota again had a tough time with a poor overall performance that again saw both cars chasing Nick Heidfeld's well-driven Jordan, which is running on a fraction of their budget, in the opening stages. Then there was a disastrous radio miscommunication for Panis which led to an unnecessary late pit stop and, in turn, to a drive-through for speeding.
So have we got a championship, or are Ferrari going to run away and hide like they did in 2002?
"It's very hard to say," Montoya said. "It's very early days. The car still needs quite a bit of work because in the end we're not trying to be at their level but above, really, and to be above you need to have a car that is consistent enough to win everywhere. And they have the car. We're close in places but we still need to do quite a lot of work."


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With the help of a great 40% pin code, my brother and I took the plunge & booked a trip at the Poly, my first stay in a deluxe resort since a 3 night stay at the Contemporary when I was 13 (in 1980!)
DME was terrific as always, we had our booklet so didn't even have to go to the desk, we were sent straight into line where we waited all of 5 minutes (a trend which would continue for much of the trip). Even though the bus was planning to drop off at all 3 monorail resorts and the Wilderness Lodge, the Poly was first so we were lucky.
After a great Aloha from the desk staff were were able to head right to our room in Rapa Nui - a bit far from the Great Ceremonial House, but a very short walk from the TTC so no problem there. The grounds are terrific and Captain Cooks is a great table service location. Tonga toast - yum!
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Outstanding cast members - so helpful, polite, friendly and funny
Parks not so empty, but lines not so long - confusing, but better than the other way around, our longest wait was 40 minutes for Toy Story Mania but after that, 20 minutes for Peter Pan and under 15 for everything else - we also made good use of Fast Pass.
Somewhat clueless guests - lots of incredibly unprepared guests. Seriously people, if you're going to spend that much money at least know which park "the car ride" is in
And so we were able to get to the Magic Kingdom before noon on our first day and spent parts of 4 of our trip days there. I made it to point to ride some rides I hadn't been on in years (Snow White, Peter Pan, etc.). We had several walk ons (Pooh, Small Word and even the Jungle Cruise(!))
On my last trip in 2007, the Mansion was undergoing a refurb and WOW did they do a great job. I don't know whether the new bride or the room of stairs is my new favorite part.
We were able to ride the TTA with the new lights and I really like them. We also caught the new narration on our next to last day and it's great to hear the ride called the Peoplemover again, have the model called Progress City and hear the Carousel get it's due.
This was also my first Halloween trip and I like the decorations - I was worried that they'd go too far, but for me they were just right. Mickey's Not So Scary was a lot of fun & helped us get in a lot of 2nd rides on attractions with minimal wait. The Boo to You parade was just OK but Hallowishes was very cool.
We spent the least time at Animal Kingdom but we did have some terrific luck on the Safari, having a giraffe right next to our vehicle, almost having to stop for it. And Yak & Yeti has turned into one of my favorite restaurants.
We spent parts of two days at the Studios & I was able to get in my first two rides on Toy Story & it really is a lot of fun. I also saw Fantasmic for the first time (yes, the first time) and even though the dragon effect didn't work it was a good show. I especially appreciate it because Pocahontas is my favorite Disney movie and it's one of the few places left in the parks that even acknowledges that it exists. We were pleasantly surprised by how much fun the American Idol Experience was. Neither my brother nor I had high hopes, but the cast involved made it very fun and the guests were actually pretty good.
Finally, we spent parts of 4 days at Epcot. I loved riding Soarin 3 times before 1pm (opening, fast pass & fast pass). There was a lot of very yummy food at the Food & Wine booths, especially at Morocco, Vienna & New Zealand. I also got to see Spaceship Earth for the first time since it's refurbishment and I have to say I like it. I agree that the descent needs some work but not much, just while you're waiting for your "future", you need something else to watch besides your monitor. Otherwise, the AA's were very fluid & the new scenes very nice.
I picked up some nice souvenirs - the new retro Epcot pin set is very nice and I am going to be spending a lot of time pouring over the pictures in The Art of Walt Disney World. A surprising new book was the small but informative "Windows on Main Street" which shows each window at both DL & WDW & explains the story behind the name on the window. There's even a map to both Main Streets showing you where to find each window.
Finally, the highlights of our stay - we did both the "Undiscovered Future World" and "Keys to the Kingdom" tours. They were both amazing. Undiscovered Future World took us much farther backstage than I imagined we would go. Yes, you still go upstairs in Imagination but the tunnel is walled off now. We spotted some blueprints up there which were quickly flipped over by our tour guide (Charlie, btw, who was very good). We got a neat pin but the best present of all was access to a VIP area to watch Illuminations - I've never seen it closer or clearer than our little roped off area in Italy.
Keys to the Kingdom was also very good (Meghan is an outstanding guide) and our group had a lot of fun on our special "J Cruise" ride and a really nice lunch at Columbia Harbor House. We will definitely be going there again for lunch.
So we got to ride a lot of monorails, ride a lot of rides & have a lot of fun.
Hope you liked my trip report - questions anyone?


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Spa sustainability and conservation have taken starring roles as the nation deals with the current economic situation. I think it's safe to say that just about every single one of us—from spa owner to esthetician to supplier to consumer—has had to change the way we think, the way we spend and the way we do business. Last year actually was not a bad year for spas, and some of the mechanisms put into place to achieve this level of profitability are going to be what help pull spas through this year's crunch. The International SPA Association's (ISPA) 2008 Executive Interview Findings cited some thoughts about the factors that contributed to last year's increased profitability—strategies that your spa could also put into place to give business a boost. They include:
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The summit is divided into three panels: the first is "People," addressing sustainability of self, spa team and community. Panelists include Max Simon, founder and CEO, The selfcentered Tour; Tamara Wills, founder, Allyu; and Kate Leydon, founder, Ruby Room.
Panel two focuses on "Planet," addressing sustainability of the environment through practices within the business setting. Panelists include Frederic Holzberger, CEO and president of the Aveda Fredric's Institutes; Sherri Stewart, co-founder, Silken Tent; and Clodagh, CEO of Clodagh Design.


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15 'And you shall count for yourselves from the day after the Sabbath, from the day that you brought the sheaf of the wave offering: seven Sabbaths shall be completed. | 15 " 'From the day after the Sabbath, the day you brought the sheaf of the wave offering, count off seven full weeks. |
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Recent news stories have brought attention to the devastating effects anti-gay and lesbian bullying can have on teens and adolescents. In September 2010, 18-year-old Rutgers University freshman Tyler Clementi jumped from the George Washington Bridge days after he had been secretly filmed during an intimate encounter with another man that was broadcast over the Internet. Within the same three weeks, Seth Walsh, 13, of Tehachapi California; Billy Lucas, 15, of Greensburg, Indiana; and Asher Brown, 13, of Houston, Texas, all turned to suicide to escape the taunting, bullying and other abuse they faced because of their sexual orientation.
According to a recent survey conducted by the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network, nearly 9 out of 10 gay, lesbian, transgender or bisexual middle and high school students suffered physical or verbal harassment in 2009, ranging from taunts to outright beatings.
It is with young people like Tyler, Seth, Billy, and Asher in mind that we highlight the following article about building resilience and promoting coping skills in the face of adversity for gay, lesbian and bisexual adolescents. The piece addresses some of the following common questions:
What makes someone gay? | Separating myth from fact | Are GLB kids different from other kids? | What does sexual orientation mean? | Are there special developmental milestones? | What is "coming out" all about? | Are there special mental and physical health concerns? | How can parents help? | Addtional Resources
Gay, lesbian, and bisexual (GLB) adolescents face the same developmental tasks as their heterosexual peers. They also face additional challenges that may negatively affect their development - such as the need to develop an identity with few role models - that are different from their peers. But we live in changing times. Openly gay people are prominent in diverse fields - business, finance, entertainment, sports, science. Family-oriented television shows feature gay characters and themes. The Internet offers a new world. The prospects for GLB youth today are more promising than ever before.
But not everything has changed. Despite progress, GLB youth must still cope with a culture that is often hostile. Stigma still surrounds homosexuality. GLB kids face many of the same obstacles as earlier generations: poor self-esteem, family rejection, stigma, social isolation, self-harm, and risky behavior. In school, where kids should feel safe, GLB youth are often taunted and bullied. In many cases, a kid will not seek help, suffering in silence, due to shame. As these social stressors accumulate, GLB adolescents have a greater risk for mental and physical health complications, compared with their peers.
Parents, teachers, and others can help GLB kids negotiate the challenging passage through adolescence into healthy adulthood by showing support, helping reduce social isolation and promoting coping skills. The term "resilience" is used to describe the healthy ability to adapt to adversity and bounce back. Most GLB youth are naturally resilient and, over time, develop coping skills and a positive self-identity. But some are more vulnerable and may need help.
What makes someone gay?
We don't really know. But mental health and other experts agree that sexual preference is not a conscious choice that a person can change. As researchers learn more, we are discovering that biology, including genetic or inborn hormonal factors, may influence a person's sexuality. Most experts today believe that a complex interaction of environmental, cognitive, and biological factors shape a person's sexual orientation. There may be different reasons for different people. But unlike a century ago, we no longer blame poor parenting or regard a person's sexuality as a "character flaw."
A few facts about kids and homosexuality
Approximately one in four families has an immediate GLB family member. Studies suggest that 2 to 4.5% of high school youth self-identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual; these figures do not reflect others who may be struggling with coming to an understanding of their sexual orientation. Many myths surround homosexuality. Here are a few facts.
Separating myth from fact
Myth: Homosexuality is a mental disorder.
Fact: Mental health professionals agree that homosexuality is not a mental disorder or an emotional problem; GLB youth do, however, face greater risks as a result of social stigma, isolation, and poor self-esteem.
Myth: Kids are young and can still choose to be either gay or straight.
Fact: According to mental health professionals, sexual orientation is not a choice; regardless of age, a person does not choose to be gay or straight.
Myth: Poor parenting causes homosexuality, particularly a domineering mother or a passive father.
Fact: Parenting does not affect a child's sexual orientation, and it's no one's "fault;" parents can, however, positively or negatively influence a GLB child's self-esteem.
Myth: A therapist or religious counselor can make a GLB youth straight.
Fact: Researchers believe that therapy cannot change a person's sexual orientation; it can, however, promote coping skills and help kids resolve questions surrounding their sexual orientation.
Myth: If a kid has a "crush" on someone of the same sex, it's a sure sign he is gay.
Fact: Many kids, gay or not, experience same-sex attractions, and sexual experimentation is a normal part of adolescence. Only time and patience can reveal a person's true sexual orientation.
Myth: If a kid is exposed to other GLB people and/or information, she has a greater risk of "being recruited."
Fact: Positive role models and accurate information can lighten the burden of shame and isolation for a questioning youth, making the adjustment process easier. No one can influence another person to become GLB.
Myth: GLB parents pose a risk of influencing their children to become homosexual.
Fact: No research indicates a parent's sexual orientation determines that of his or her child. GLB youth are as likely to have heterosexual parents as not.
Are GLB kids different from other kids?
GLB youth share with all adolescents these basic developmental tasks:
- Developing independence from parents
- Exploring new social roles, as preparation - or rehearsal - for their roles as adults.
- Recognizing and managing their emerging sexuality, a natural result of the hormonal and body changes associated with puberty.
GLB youth, however, have unique burdens that may overwhelm an otherwise healthy GLB teen:
Greater social trauma. For GLB youth, social adversity makes negotiating adolescent developmental tasks more difficult. Their families and religious communities may not accept them. In school, they may face rejection and harassment from peers - including bullying or violence - and school officials may not provide support or protection. Moreover, kids who do not conform to gender stereotypes face greater harassment.
Fewer role models. GLB youth have fewer opportunities to explore social roles and socialize with their peers. Their "rehearsal for adulthood" becomes more difficult. Further, kids may internalize negative social attitudes; the result may be self-hatred. Their emerging sexuality may be clouded in shame. To cope with stigma, some adolescents learn to conceal their identity, aware of the risk for exposure, which increases isolation.
What does sexual orientation mean?
Sexual orientation is a person's enduring pattern of attraction to other people. The attraction may be emotional, romantic, or sexual, and the feelings persist over time rather than being a phase. Sexuality spans a continuum, ranging from heterosexuality to homosexuality. Over a lifetime, a person may move along the continuum until they discover what feels right. Also, feelings may change, or a person may need time to "label" their feelings. For many GLB youth, the process of evolving a secure identity can be a long, difficult process.
Sexual orientation is an important part of who we are. During adolescence, kids begin to establish an adult identity. This developmental task involves integrating cognitive, emotional, and social factors that form our sense of self. Personality, gender, sex roles, and sexual orientation all play a role. But individual timetables may vary. Many GLB youth first become aware of their sexual orientation during adolescence; others may begin to question but do not resolve their orientation until adulthood.
Normal experimentation. Sexual curiosity is a normal, healthy part of adolescence. Many kids dabble or briefly question their orientation, but these early experiments do not necessarily predict sexual orientation. That's because sexual activity is a form of behavior, while sexual orientation is part of identity. And there are no "gold standards" for distinguishing a passing phase from an enduring sexual identity. For example, heterosexual youth may have same-sex sexual experiences, and gay youth may experiment with the opposite sex. Some youth identify as GLB without any previous sexual experience.
Unfolding identity. If a youth is questioning his/her sexuality, it may take time for the issues to resolve. Some challenges complicate the process, making it harder. Some teens recognize their feelings early, openly acknowledging their sexual orientation. For others, self-discovery naturally extends into adulthood, often resolving in the twenties. But for some, negative experiences and social isolation may delay or complicate a positive resolution; they may need help.
Are there special developmental milestones?
The development of GLB sexual identity, according to most experts, progresses through a series of milestones. There are several theories, but they share these characteristics: the burden of shame, an unfolding identity, self-acceptance, and the role of disclosure ("coming out"). Most of what we know describes boys; lesbian development is less well understood. The few studies of lesbians indicate that females generally have their first sexual experiences later and come out later, compared to males.
Recent studies suggest that adolescents today are coming out and having their first sexual experiences earlier than previous generations. We are also learning that the process may differ for various groups, based on variety of factors, such as socio-economic status, education, and ethnicity. Remember that there is no single "right way," except for what each person feels is right for him. Following is a four-stage model.
Milestones for gay and lesbian development
- Feeling different: I'm not like other girls/boys. Many GLB people say they've felt different from a young age. As kids begin to explore gender roles (ages 9 - 12), this feeling may intensify. A girl may feel embarrassed by her technology interests; a boy may dislike team sports. Hopefully, as gender roles become more flexible, the impact of these restrictive stereotypes will lessen.
- Identity confusion: Something doesn't feel right. During early adolescence, as the body matures, kids become aware of their sexual feelings. Friendships become more intimate, and same-sex attractions may cause confusion or shame. When dating begins, teens may question their sexual orientation for the first time.
- Identity resolution: I know who I am. Gradually, a person moves beyond questioning toward acceptance of their sexual orientation. Information, support, and role models help facilitate the process. A transitional period of bisexual identity is common. Some people are relieved to finally put a "label" on their feelings.
- Identity integration: I want to share my life. Eventually, a person wants to share his or her identity and pursue healthy relationships. But each person has his own way, with differences in the degree and timing of disclosure - often with good reason, as cultural, religious, family, and regional pressures may be harmful.
What is "coming out" all about?
Coming out to family and friends can be one of the most stressful experiences GLB youth face. There are risks and benefits. A youth may risk family and peer rejection, which can be devastating. Selective disclosure, however, may offer mental health benefits. For a long time, a youth may conceal her sexual orientation, becoming socially withdrawn, anxious, and insecure. Many GLB adolescents may delay exploring their sexual identity fully (e.g., coming out) until they have a greater degree of safety and support.
For example, some kids wait until they are away at school; others move to an urban environment with greater opportunities or create a network of tolerant friends.
A vulnerable period. During a coming out phase, a youth may be more vulnerable to mood disorders, substance abuse, or risky behaviors, such as unprotected sex. The risk for suicidal behavior is greater. Parental rejection is the greatest fear kids face; a positive parent-child bond is an important aspect of normal adolescent development. If a parent can accept a child, her chances for maintaining self-esteem are greater, which is associated with improved mental health.
A few guidelines. GLB youth should be selective in sharing information about their sexual identity. Emotional and physical safety considerations are primary. Parents may have their own concerns. As a general guide, parent and child together should decide whom to tell. Issues to consider include the following.
- Personal decision: A youth should decide when and with whom to share her sexual orientation.
- Family dynamics: Will one parent drive a youth away from home or become emotionally and/or physically abusive?
- School safety: Is there a risk for harassment, violence, or bullying? Will teachers remain supportive and unbiased?
- Religious affiliation: Will their place of worship convey the message that they are "wrong"?
Are there special mental and physical health concerns?
The obstacles GLB youth face increase their risk for a range of mental and physical health complications, compared with their peers. Today, experts agree that the psychological problems unique to GLB adolescents result primarily from cultural stigma, poor self-concept, and social isolation. The chronic stress of secrecy and an adverse social environment - including shame and harassment - may lead to depression, anxiety, fear, low self-esteem, self-blame, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as a range of somatic symptoms.
Studies report that academic career development difficulties, linked to self-concept and identity, may also be affected; when resilience fails, some kids may abandon their career and education goals.
Suicide risk. GLB youth appear to have a greater risk for suicide attempts, compared with their peers. Controversy has surrounded the issue of measuring suicide risk among GLB adolescents primarily due to research limitations. When we consider suicide risk, we refer to three different indicators: suicidal thoughts (ideation), attempted suicide, and completed suicide (death). While our knowledge of completed suicide is limited, studies of GLB adolescents have consistently found that they have a greater risk for suicidal thoughts and attempts, compared with their peers. Suicide risk for all youth, GLB or heterosexual, is associated with a common set of factors, such as depression, substance abuse, and social isolation; but for GLB youth, additional risk factors include:
- Disclosure of sexual orientation (coming out) to friends and family
- Exposure to homophobia and harassment
- Gender nonconformity (effeminate males or masculine females)
When assessing the motive of a youth who has successfully completed a suicide (known as a psychological autopsy), it may be difficult or impossible to know the person's sexual orientation. For attempted suicide, our knowledge is based on surveys of youth who self-report their suicide behavior; these studies may not always be reliable indicators of sexual orientation, since use of GLB labels varies among adolescents.
Violence and victimization. Antigay comments are the most common "put-downs" in middle and high schools. For some youth, running away from home is a self-protective response to violence at home; for others, family rejection drives them away. Homelessness leads to other problems, such as risky sexual practices and substance abuse. For GLB youth, victimization has been associated with abandonment of education goals.
Drug and alcohol abuse. GLB youth have a greater incidence of substance abuse, compared with their peers. Some experts suggest this may be an attempt to self-medicate depression or relieve loneliness. Among all teenagers, substance abuse is associated with other destructive behaviors, including more lethal suicide attempts and unprotected sex.
Sexually transmitted infections and HIV. Youth who engage in high-risk behaviors (e.g., unprotected sex and substance abuse) have an increased risk for sexually transmitted diseases and HIV (AIDS). Lesbian youth may experiment with opposite-gender partners, increasing their risk for unintended pregnancy as well as sexually transmitted disease.
How can parents help?
Parents play a crucial role. Adolescents who have been rejected by the family or are unsuccessful socially or academically are most vulnerable. Having one's identity rejected by one's family can be devastating. Parents of GLB kids, like their children, may also need self-esteem enhancement, education, and acceptance.
Parental acceptance helps kids build resilience. Begin with communication and education. Parents often have their own complicated feelings, but non-judgmental support is essential and many parents say this is an opportunity to have a more open, honest relationship with their child. Consider how difficult it may have been for a child to share this information.
Nurture positive self-identity. Show support and reassure your child that you love and accept her regardless of sexual orientation. Parental support can help offset GLB health risks.
Be patient. Offer reassurance that a questioning period is normal, and there is no need to rush toward a label. But be careful not to minimize same-sex attractions as merely a "passing phase." With time and patience, a person will answer that question for himself.
Normalize the teen years. Enjoy this time together. Show an interest in your child's friends, and if possible, make your home a welcome sanctuary for other GLB kids. Providing a safe place to socialize with adult supervision can help reduce their risk for high-risk behaviors, such as substance abuse and sexual promiscuity.
Ensure safe schools. Children are legally entitled to a harassment-free education, which is not always a reality. Ask about teasing, bullying, or harassment; due to guilt and shame, kids may not volunteer this information. Confirm that school authorities provide appropriate support/ intervention. If necessary, legally advocate for your child's safety.
Educate about sexual practices. Discuss the need for sexual abstinence and/or protection against sexually transmitted diseases, such as HIV (AIDS). Provide information on birth control; contrary to expectation, it is not uncommon for a GLB youth to experiment with heterosexual sex, placing her at risk for unintended pregnancy.
Recognize when kids need extra help. If a youth is unhappy or struggling, seek out an unbiased therapist with experience in youth issues and sexual orientation. Sometimes kids just need an impartial listener; other times, they may be dealing with issues beyond what a parent can handle, such as depression, substance abuse, or suicidal feelings.
Build a support base and reduce social isolation
Although GLB youth face obstacles - stigma, hostility, and isolation - we can help modify these risk factors. Focus on reducing a child's sense of isolation, primarily through self-esteem enhancement, education, and acceptance. Help kids locate support and build social-connectedness, which nurture positive self-concept. Studies show that GLB individuals with a positive self-identity experience better psychological adjustment, higher self-esteem, and lower depression or stress. Many qualified support resources are available. The Internet is a great place to start.
Online resources. Rely on qualified sources with adult supervision. Reliable online resources offer education, coping tips, and listings for "offline" support services in your geographical area. Additionally, many feature adult-supervised discussion boards and chat rooms for GLB or "questioning" youth. These venues provide GLB kids with a relatively safe, anonymous way to share experiences and receive - or offer - peer support. Although online socializing is not a substitute for "real life," it can help reduce isolation and "normalize" feelings. For kids in rural areas, who face greater stigma and fewer social resources, online support may be particularly valuable.
Community resources. Many cities have community centers that offer supervised support meetings for GLB teens, as well as recreational opportunities. These activities provide safe opportunities for GLB teens to meet and socialize. School-based gay-straight alliances are another option.
When to consult a mental health professional
Homosexuality is not a mental disorder, but for a variety of reasons, a therapist may be helpful for both GLB youth and their families. Therapy cannot change a person's sexual orientation - which is not a choice - but therapy can ease confusion and promote positive coping skills. While most GLB kids negotiate the adolescent years without serious problems, others are more vulnerable and need help.
Counseling can help kids who are confused about their sexual orientation or those having trouble accepting their feelings. Over time, with support and accurate information, confusion about sexual identity will resolve. Even kids comfortable with their sexuality may face social stigma and isolation, which can increase their vulnerability. Keep in mind that help-seeking is a healthy response to social stressors; GLB youth who seek care may have more effective coping skills than those who do not.
Teach respect to all kids
Teach respect early before kids are exposed to prejudice. Children learn about homosexuality from the media, the playground, and their friends. But these sources may convey mixed messages and confuse kids. Gay name-calling hurts all children. Kids may be called gay or lesbian as a put-down, regardless of their sexual orientation. You can use simple terms, with age-adjusted language, such as: Everyone has a need for companionship, and there are different types of families, just like there are people with different skin colors. Even if you don't understand homosexuality, say mental health experts, it's important to provide accurate information.
Additional Resources:
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
122 West 26th Street, Suite 1100
New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 727-0135
Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
1101 14th Street, NW, Suite 1030
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 638-4200
It Gets Better Project
The Trevor Project
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14 Reasons Why You're Still Single
It's a Friday night. Your girlfriends all have date nights planned with their boyfriends. They're going to dinner, the movies or staying in and spending time together. And you? You're alone and it doesn't take long for you to wonder why.
Well, the answer isn't as simple as you may think. In some cases, it's simpler than in others. Here are some of the most common reasons why a woman doesn't have that special man in her life:
1. Your standards are too high. It's great to have high standards. No woman should sell herself short and then be stuck in a situation she regrets. There is such a thing, however, as having standards that are too high.
What's the difference, you ask? Well, normal standards are something like this: "I want him to respect me, treat me right and be honest and decent." Too-high standards look like this: "He better drive a Lexus and have a job making six figures."
It's good to have expectations but ultimately, whether or not he's a high earner isn't going to bring you happiness or a stable relationship. Also, don't let your standards get in the way of a good guy. Sometimes, women will pass on a man, believing they can do better, only to settle with a lesser someone years later.
Always ask yourself if your standards are realistic. And more importantly, ask if your standards will nab you the man that will make you happy. 8 Most Desirable Qualities In Women ... According To Men
2. Negativity is your middle name. Do you need to win every argument? Are you confrontational or super defensive? Do you never give compliments, are always negative or can't be pleased? If so, this might be something to look at.
Believe it or not, there are certain personality traits that will turn men off, no matter how gorgeous a woman is. If you always walk into a relationship like nothing he does is good enough, he will not stick around. And if, when you first meet a man, you're not willing to engage him in conversation about his interests, he will also not stick around.
Don't be combative or hostile and don't let one thing he says turn you off to him completely. Open up a little more and don't stress. Men who see women as unfairly and overly negative usually head for the door.
3. You're going after the wrong guy. It happens all too often. You're able to pull what you think is a fantastic guy — good looking, charming, a guy girls women would kill for. He can get whoever he wants. And that's part of the problem.
If you're constantly seeking the guy who's going to make every woman jealous, keep in mind that this guy probably knows that he can get you and any other woman in the room. Thinking that the lotharios are the ones that want to stick around are where you're bound to get caught going after the wrong guy.
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Penguins: Promoting Polar Awareness While Melting Our Hearts (Released August 2012)
From appearances alone, penguins seem to be the happiest birds on the planet. Their beaks curve up in a smile. Their widespread wings look outstretched in a perpetual welcoming hug. They seem so approachable. Even though most humans do not live near colonies of penguins, the friendly symbol has made its way into all aspects of popular culture.
Movies, documentaries, books
Why are penguins such great leading stars in movies, animations and documentaries? One researcher suggests that they are pawns in a new genre of film. "Within the growing field of ecocinema studies, in this opening chapter I further define the cultural logic of ecology and demonstrate how the historical roots of the contemporary film melodrama are intertwined with capitalism and climate change making these particular films key sites for locating hegemonic social and environmental perceptions…" (Rust 5). The ecological perspective in cinema is a new field. If worldwide problems such as global warming, sea ice reduction, and overfishing can be brought to light masked in penguin cuteness, then producers are doing their jobs well. Just like morals hidden in fables, these environmental problems hidden in plain sight of penguin movies achieves its purpose to educate the masses with as little strain as possible.
Other movies feature penguins as leading protagonists without speaking parts. Some of those include 50 First Dates (2004), Good Luck Chuck (2007), and Mr. Popper's Penguins (2012). In those comedies, humans do the talking and the penguins do the acting in the background. Animal handlers cue the birds behind the scenes and watch out for proper treatment. Hollywood loves stories that catch the audience's attention and play into future marketing schemes. The penguin then is perfectly viewable on screen and off-screen. "They look adorable, walk upright, and we like to think they share our emotions-attributes that seem to be a winning combination for movie-goers" ("Why Are Penguins" 2006). Penguin-palooza in cinema will hopefully continue for years to come!
Here is a list of Penguins in Popular culture:
Medium (Date)
Mr. Popper's Penguins
Book (1938)
Chilly Willy
Cartoon (1950's)
Tennessee Tuxedo
Cartoon (1960's)
The Penguin (Batman Series)
Actor in costume and DC Comic Strip (1960's-present)
Pittsburgh Penguins (Pete the Penguin, now Iceburgh)
Hockey Team and Mascots (1967-present)
Neurotic Penguin Opus
Comic Strip (1980's)
Feathers McGraw
Cartoon (1993)
Mascot for Linux Software (2000's)
Admiral, Chill, Frigid, Pablo, Slapshot, Toboggan, Tux, Waddle, Zero
Penguin Ty Beanie Babies© Plush Toy (1995present)
Pablo the Penguin
The Backyardigans Cartoon (2004-present)
Disney's Club Penguin©
Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG) (2005-present)
Mumble, Lovelace, Gloria, Memphis, Norma Jean, and Ramon
Happy Feet Cartoon (2006)
Cody, Zeke and Lani
Surf's Up Cartoon (2007)
Squishable Penguins (Mini, Micro, Massive)
Stuffed Plush (2007-present) <http://www.squishable.com/>
K.C. Penguin
Kid Cuisine Frozen Meals Mascot
Skipper, Kowalski, Private and Rico
Penguins of Madagascar Cartoon, Television Show, Video Game, McDonald's© Toys (2009-present)
Pillow Pets©
Stuffed Plush (2011-present)
Table Two: Lead characters in movies, books, toys, or cartoons. (Glaser 2006).
Each holiday, stores are filled with toys, figurines, and ornaments with penguins in a variety of fashions. Most penguins sport a Santa hat or scarf. Throughout the year, other stuffed penguin toys can be found. Beanie Babies© have a wide variety of species with names and bios. Club Penguin© is a tween social media site where kids play games, earn tokens and buy decorations for their igloo or new clothes to change. House goods such as serving ware, rugs, dish towels, dishes, blankets, linens, pillows and bathroom accessories can be found in department stores with penguins plastered on them. Lastly, penguins have been sewn onto clothing, socks and sweaters for years. Each winter brings new colors, varieties and styles for the penguin enthusiast.
All penguin toys are not just for children. Swarovski© crystal introduced penguin figurines and charms into its high-end collection. Penguin jewelry in the form of rings, earrings, necklaces, charms, watches and bracelets can be found year-round in stores and on the internet. Gold, Platinum, bronze, gems, and diamonds all come together beautifully illustrating the penguin physique. Plastic and cement statues can decorate gardens and yards, while giant holiday inflatable displays light up the outdoors. Collectors around the world spend millions of dollars supporting their favorite polar bird. Sports Teams
Sports bring further penguin memorabilia to the public. Two specific teams have penguins as their mascot. First, there is the NHL Pittsburgh penguin named Iceburgh. Originally the team's top penguin was named Penguin Pete. Naming contests later on selected Iceburgh as a play on words with Ice and Pittsburgh. This mascot perfectly suits the team because the arena is nicknamed the 'Igloo.' These penguins literally hit the ice during hockey season and do not stop until the team's season ends. Then there are the American Hockey League Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins with a mascot named Tux that play separately from the National Hockey League. These athletes skate, slip and slide on the ice just like the penguins do in the wild.
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After being pounded by visiting North Alabama 15-1 in the opening contest of a double header on Saturday at Olympic Field, the Lee University Flames bounced back behind the pitching of Jeremy Stawychny in the nightcap to win, 7-1.
The Flames (24-17, 11-12) will face the Lions (21-21, 11-15) again on Sunday afternoon. The opening pitch of the third game Gulf South Conference series is slated for 2 p.m.
Stawychny (5-4) lost his shutout in the seventh inning but was in control all the way. He gave up six hits, fanned three and did not walk a batter in the seven-inning affair.
The Flames took the lead for good in the second inning off losing North Alabama pitcher Riley Sanderson (5-6) when Blake Ray reached on an error, took second on a walk to Cameron Brewster and scored on Jordan Stewart's single. Ray started another rally in the third when he doubled and scored on a single by Josh Silver.
For the day Ray had five hits, scored three runs and knocked in another.
"With some of our other hitters struggling, Blake has really picked us up in recent games. He was on top of his game today'" said coach Mark Brew.
Lee put the contest away in the fourth inning with three runs. Freshman catcher Nathan Wierzgac began the surge with a single. Siosi Poti was hit by a pitch. Andres Nelo had a one-base hit. Derrick Pitt delivered an sacrifice fly that plated a run, and Zac Hawkins doubled to score Nelo.
The Flames put the icing on the sweet win in the sixth. Poti doubled to left center. Hawkins got his second RBI with a single and then scored on a two-base hit by the ever-present Ray.
All totaled Lee had 12 hits, five going for extra bases. Brewster joined Ray (2), Poti and Hawkins with the two-baggers.
"I'm proud of the way our guys bounced back," admitted Brew. "We are battling to finish as high as possible in a very tough league, and this kept us in front or North Alabama. We've just got to find a way to do it again tomorrow."
The Lions took advantage of six Lee errors and waltzed to the opening-game win. They also had 16 hits against four Lee hurlers and did the major damage in the third inning when they sent 13 hitters to the plate and tallied eight runs.
Grayson Bailey (1-1) was the starting and losing hurler. However, he only gave up one earned runs in the two innings he worked. Carlos Ditren, Lucas Barnett and Aaron Ashby followed Bailey to the mound. All totaled Lee's usually strong defense was guilty of six errors.
Brantley Claunch (4-4) went all the way in the seven-inning (mercy-rule) contest for the Lions. He gave up six hits and one earned run.
Ray was a perfect 3-for-3 and scored Lee's only run in the loss. Pitts, Brewster and Wierzgac had the other hits and Wierzgac had the RBI.
Kyle Conkle was the top gun for the winners. He banged out two hits, scored twice and knocked in three runs. Josh Carpenter added three hits, and Bradley Noland tallied three runs and stroked a pair of hits.


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Over the years of Mr. Folger's collecting, booksellers developed relationships with him, and he with them, that were mutually beneficial. As an active buyer and always businesslike client, Folger became a favorite and favored customer. Mr. Folger used the alias "Golfer" to maintain confidentiality in transatlantic cables. In correspondence alerting Mr. Folger to the availability of a collection, the London booksellers Sotheran noted: "We are also in receipt of your favour of the 31st. ult. ordering a box of Ace Golf Balls, and it is receiving our best attention." According to Mrs. Folger, "Henry was a favorite companion ... on the golf links" of his chief at Standard Oil, John D. Rockefeller, Sr. "Not a talented player," Mrs. Folger recalled, "Henry nevertheless was keenly interested in the game, and it is on record that he invented a new variety of putter for playing." He demonstrates his invention in the photo to the left. |
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Paintings and Art Objects: | Fuseli's Macbeth Consulting the Vision of the Armed Head | Thomas Parr's John Philip Kemble as 'Hamlet' | Thomas Nast's Immortal Light|
The Folgers as Collectors: | The Influence of Emerson | Mrs. Folger's Role | Building an Institution |
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- Posted by aballofwax (My Page) on Fri, Nov 6, 09 at 9:25
Southwestern Furniture is exactly as it sounds. The designs and styles are usually pulled from Native American cultures. If you've ever watched a John Wayne film,there is a good chance you've already seen every typical piece of southwestern furniture. The wicker rocking chairs on the front porch, heavy fabric couches with western designs, a lot of what a carpenter would call "rough cuts", meaning the pieces are designed from the start to look rustic, and hand made. If you take a typical dresser from New England, and place it side by side of an Arizona dresser the difference becomes immediately apparent. And in case you were wondering, Southwestern furniture is made with the same care and quality of "eastern" furniture. I Hope this helps:) |
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- Posted by publickman (My Page) on Fri, Nov 6, 09 at 11:36
There is also Texas furniture, which may be a subcategory of SW furniture. It has a strong influence from Mexico, but still is its own distinctive style and frequently features longhorn head (not to mention actual horns), often stitched into headboards or sofa backs. Furniture made in Texas often uses native mesquite, cedar, or cypress. When I was little, we had a sofa that had half wagon wheels for arms and a longhorn head stitched into the back. Lars |
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The web, and technology devices in general, are constantly changing, and it's hard (even if you're a seasoned "Googler" like me) to keep up with all the latest developments.
It is wearable devices like Google Glass and Pebble which are set to be all the rage this year, and who'd have thought just a few years ago, that we'd now be considering walking around with a computer on our head. However, a recent white paper from Merge, a Digital Strategy Agency (Merge White Paper: Web Design Trends for 2014 and Beyond) came up with two interesting observations for web design trends in 2014. Keep these trends in mind as you use technology in your classrooms: Simple is good. Interactive is good.
The first is simplified design. The white paper mentions that "we will see design continue to be simplified with single page websites, flat design, fixed headers and minimalism overall, powered partly by the necessity of mobile requirements and partly by what the consumers want (as evidenced by the simple elegance of the iPhone and Windows 8 UI design)".
In a world where new technology is forever pushing the boundaries of design, it seems that actually, what we're now doing is stripping back the complicated elements, and following the golden rule of simplicity.
Some of the advantages of simple web design, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality, include: the website is easier to navigate; important content can take centre stage (and isn't lost in the background); simple code is easier to debug; and the website will load faster.
So what does this mean for students, and how we teach web design in the classroom? It means that students should consider less complex web designs and instead of asking themselves what's missing in a design, they should perhaps ask themselves what could in fact be taken away.
They can play around with the concept of a single page website, where all the content lives on a single web page. An example of an accomplished single page website is Milk and Pixels, a designer of web applications: http://milkandpixels.com.
They can have a go at flat design, where there are no shadows, reflections or beveled edges. They could consider why some pages have fixed headers, where the user can scroll through a page and its content, yet still see the header even if they are at the bottom of the page.
In this way, post web design project, students can consider whether each and every element on their own web pages are really needed. A simple design can (arguably) leave more time for creative thinking in regards to each and every one of the elements on each page.
The second interesting observation for web design trends in 2014 according to Merge's white paper was "Interactive Infographics". Infographics have taken the digital world by storm and have become a popular way to take data and present it in a visual, colorful and clear way.
There are a number of tools out there that allow you to make your graphics interactive. You can use them to create scrolling effects, mouseover effects, or allow users to enter some of their own information to make the data more personalized and useful to them! These types of features do take a little more time and effort than static images, but the end result can be much more exciting and motivating for the student!


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Research in NIFA-sponsored Regulation of Adipose Tissue Accretion in Meat Animals (NCR-097) multistate project is dedicated to understanding regulation and mechanisms for control of adipose tissue (fat) deposition in animals raised for meat production. Adipose tissue is necessary for survival of animals because it supplies and stores energy, and it is an endocrine (hormone-secreting) organ. Excess fat is costly to produce and is an unwanted product for the consumer of lean meat. Growth of animals is being modified to decrease fat production by genetic selection or by nutritional or pharmacological means. Research contributions are being made by Purdue University, the University of Nebraska and USDA-ARS.
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Atom Smasher's blog
The Money Shredder Alarm Clock
Apparently we need to threaten to shred our own money to get up in the morning. "Getting fired" isn't motivation enough. LOL.
Tri-State Trivia (Leaf Blower Edition)
The answers are either Indiana, Kentucky, or Illinois. Will Atom get the leaf blower to the face?
Hands Free Whopper Holder
Oh the laziness.....
How to diaper a chicken
A better question is WHY would you diaper a chicken? We'll cover that in a future post.
Teacher quits on YouTube
You go girl! It IS broken. God bless teachers who put up with the crap they have to. My wife still keeps in touch and has relationships with former students but those days are all but gone. No personal attachment, just RAISE SCORES RAISE SCORES! Mandate this, mandate that. So sad. Watch as much as you can. But she is very well spoken.


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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pittsburgh, PA-based L.B. Foster Company (NASDAQ: FSTR) announced today the appointment of John Kasel to Sr. Vice President, Rail Business for L.B. Foster Company. In this new role, John will be responsible for the performance and success of the company's rail related businesses which will be combined under his leadership. Robert P. Bauer, President & CEO commented, "We have a tremendous opportunity to create more value by combining the strengths of our independent divisions into a combined business segment that will focus on utilizing our collective assets to better serve our customers." In addition to combining today's current businesses, John will retain responsibility for the rail operations currently reporting to him. Mr. Bauer added, "John and his team will have complete responsibility for the business performance and execution of our strategy as well as organizational planning and development for the rail business. With more than half of L.B. Foster's sales in the rail market, this is a key step toward bringing the right focus and leadership to a business segment with an ambitious growth plan. I am pleased that John is accepting the challenge to lead this business into the future and maximizing the value it creates for L.B. Foster."
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John Kasel has been responsible for L.B. Foster's operations and manufacturing since 2003. In 2005, he was promoted to Sr. Vice President, Operations & Manufacturing. John has been responsible for the transitioning to operational excellence at L.B. Foster and building a culture of continuous improvement that has resulted in outstanding improvements in plant safety and productivity, along with industry wide recognition of plant performance. Prior to working at L.B. Foster, John held general manager assignments with Nortek Inc. and Invensys.
About L.B. Foster CompanyL.B. Foster Company is a leading manufacturer, fabricator and distributor of products and services for the rail, construction, energy and utility markets with locations in North America and Europe. Please visit our Website: www.lbfoster.com
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This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves Submitted by ALECSANDRA Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 166.4
Cookbook creator says: Add chicken breast to it also. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 45.1g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 22.8g | Calories: 302.1
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Cookbook creator says: Add some egg to the milk, use lemon pepper, old bay, and a little garlic. Submitted by NANA-TOO Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 24g | Calories: 147.5
This is from Ann Gittleman's book. I use ground turkey rather than ground beef to save a lot of calories without sacrificing taste. Submitted by VASPARK Carbs: 13.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 142.6
Sweet and creamy, peanut butter doesn't always have to be served with jelly. Carbs: 30.3g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 9.7g | Calories: 229.9
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This smoothie is loaded with antioxidants! Carbs: 31.3g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 5g | Calories: 151.2
This good-for-you treat is filling and sweet! Carbs: 18.7g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 114.8
These grab-and-go bars could not be simpler to make! At over 15 grams of protein per bar, they would make a great breakfast or post-workout snack. Submitted by CTCLOUGH Carbs: 12.8g | Fat: 11.1g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 221
These adorable single-serving ham cups turn any breakfast into a special occasion. Feel free to jazz these up with your preferred seasonings. Submitted by NANALINDA5355 Carbs: 0.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 125.6
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During the week, my morning time is very limited and I used to skip breakfast. After refocusing to ensure I ate something filling, healthy and quick EVERY morning, I started to make these. Usually, I make two at a time, one for my wife as well and we will drink it before heading out to our work outs. Submitted by DREAMGURU Carbs: 25.7g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 22g | Calories: 205.7
Just one of these muffins packs nearly 9 grams of protein! Pack one of these sweet, moist and delicious treats in your gym bag for a post-workout snack. Submitted by STEPFANIER Carbs: 19.2g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 8.7g | Calories: 173.1
Cookbook creator says: Need to find out what the serving size is. Submitted by COACH_NICOLE Carbs: 21.2g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 215.9
This Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe is quick, healthy, and easy to make. Whether you're suffering from nausea, heartburn, or just in need of a cool and refreshing snack or breakfast idea, this is the perfect nutritious pick-me-up. Leftover shake can be frozen in pop molds or 5 ounce paper cups with popsicle sticks. Carbs: 46.3g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 6.8g | Calories: 222
Full of fruit, fiber, and protein, and it's YUMMY, too! Top with berries if desired. Submitted by KARENMON Carbs: 33.7g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 203.5
This is THE most popular recipe on SparkRecipes. We've added more vegetables and reduced the sodium drastically to make it even better. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 177.5
A wonderful way to warm up from the warm chili and HOT spices! Submitted by DMWOOD13 Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 212.6
A quick and easy dinner that is also low in fat, this chicken casserole is perfect for busy nights. Submitted by LYZ219 Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 36.8g | Calories: 284.2
A hearty, healthier take on an iconic American meal. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 14.4g | Calories: 196.6
A friend issued a challenge to cure a Nutella addiction. This recipe was just the ticket! No hydrogenated oils, fewer calories, less fat--and more fiber and protein! Submitted by STEPFANIER Carbs: 8.5g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 101.3


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Looking for a company's advertising expenditures or perhaps trends in advertising?
Start with these sources to research how much money a company spends on ads:
Mergent Online: Look up your company and then select the ANNUAL REPORTS tab on the page. (You can also look up annual reports on the SEC's website. See my previous post for information on how to do that).
Also try looking in the Advertising Red Books available in the Oviatt Library.
For trends in advertising, try Adweek, Brandweek or Advertising Age publications. All of these are available online through the Oviatt Library.