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Couldn't attend our "I Only Leak When I Laugh" seminar? Here's what you missed:
Daniel L. Kim, MD, FACOG and Director of Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Sinai Hospital gave an educational presentation on urinary incontinence. Dr. Kim is a Urogynecologist which means he is a gynecologist with specialized training in problems of the pelvic floor. Did you know that:
Urinary incontinence often leads to quality of life issues such as loss of self esteem and self confidence. It can negatively affect your social life, exercise, sexual relations, work life and can lead to depression.
There are two main types of urinary incontinence, stress and urge. Urge Incontinence is caused by an increase in bladder contractions resulting in an urgency and frequency of urination. Nerves in the spine control bladder function and anything that disrupts nerve communication to the bladder can lead to urge incontinence. Contributing factors may be hormone changes, diabetes, high blood pressure, back and neurological problems, age, foods high in acidity, caffeine, and alcohol. Pelvic organ prolapse (in the uterus or bladder, for example) also contribute because these organs drop down in the pelvic floor, putting pressure on the bladder.
Treatment for Urge Incontinence consists of:
Stress incontinence is caused by pressure transmitted from your abdomen to the bladder when you cough, sneeze, or laugh. Ligaments in the urethra can be stretched or torn. Contributing factors for stress incontinence is childbirth, hormone changes, weight gain, chronic straining from constipation and chronic coughing.
Treatment for Stress Incontinence consists of:
In summary, urinary incontinence is common and treatable with many safe and effective options. Most can be treated without surgery and if necessary, short outpatient therapies are available. If you think you may need pelvic floor treatment, please call Trish Reggio MSN, RN Women's Health Navigator at 240-215-1447.
PRI stands for Postural Restoration Institute. It's a specialty branch of physical therapy that addresses the body as a whole unit and how, by design, we are predisposed to certain postural faults. Cindy Anderson, a physical therapist at the Women's Center at FMH Crestwood, has been practicing PRI concepts for seven years. She shared that, for example, a PRI therapist knows how your postural alignment and rib cage affect the your shoulder and can develop a treatment plan to address any issues you may be experiencing. Postural alignment has an impact on the health of every joint and organ system in the body. The exercises and postural adjustments are very different than conventional physical therapy.
If you're interested in postural alignment, feel free to reach out to Cindy at 240-215-1425.


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It doesn't matter much what I think or what they do. I find its more about watching and laughing .... and that's my opinion, and why I don't comment on the team performance, only about the sideshow.David Kennedyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-20955632.post-59222527517638847482013-04-27T16:50:23.570-04:002013-04-27T16:50:23.570-04:00dh321- That's why the column is bitchindave! H...dh321- That's why the column is bitchindave! He is the cup half empty none of us wants to expose in ourselves. We love our Dolphins, but sometimes, dammit instead of seeing a steaming pile of shit warrants calling it that instead of saying it's fertilizer and it may promote growth! LMAOM Bryanthttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-20955632.post-89080744518431819782013-04-27T15:02:13.586-04:002013-04-27T15:02:13.586-04:00just out of curiosity Dave, when is the last time ...just out of curiosity Dave, when is the last time in your opinion that anyone associated with this organization did or even said anything right? dh321http://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-20955632.post-86410529605198025232013-04-27T14:51:39.680-04:002013-04-27T14:51:39.680-04:00Ross is Ross, Huzeinga was Huzeinga and Robbie was...Ross is Ross, Huzeinga was Huzeinga and Robbie was Robbie. They all had their faults and no matter who says it, Sparano, although a decent guy DID damage the team with his lack of ability and vision and stubborness not to change.FinFanNJhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-20955632.post-51102619599335682682013-04-27T14:47:35.921-04:002013-04-27T14:47:35.921-04:00Wow. Ross is showing his true colors. What a low-c...Wow. Ross is showing his true colors. What a low-class idiot he is.Ronhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com

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In a city like Los Angeles where a new delicious smell lingers at the turn of any corner it is difficult to convince your mind to tell your stomach you are not hungry but reacting to the smell of Persian, Thai, or even worse fresh baking cookies from Didy Riese. Over eating, which studies have shown is the leading cause of weight gain, does not begin in the stomach, rather it starts in the mind. Most people overeat not because they are hungry, but because they think they need to eat when they are not hungry, and because of the large portion sizes we have become accustomed to as Americans. The solution may be as simple and as difficult as telling your mind that you are not hungry, but if you, like most people do not find telling yourself to stop is enough an effective alternative is to do something to take your mind off of your stomach.
As the second largest city in the country there are enough people and things to do to help take your mind off eating. Here are a few suggestions to start you off:
1. Drink a glass of water, wait 20 minutes then decide whether or not you were actually hungry
2. Call a friend you have not talked to in a while, but have been thinking about
3. Read two chapters in a book
4. Keep your hands busy by learning how to knit at The Knitter's Studio in West Hollywood
5. Window shop
6. Take a walk on the Manhattan Beach
7. Hand wash your car
8. Find a friend and Play Frisbee at Griffith Park
9. Rent a bike from Venice Bike and Skates
10. Journal about your day
And if you are still hungry after then it is probably time to eat, but make sure you control the portion size.


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Which is the "best" biography of von Neumann available to the casual reader (math undergrad)? Also, other than the Ulam book, which other good biographies of physicists/mathematicians can be recommended?
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Here are a few biographies of von Neumann.
Giorgio Israel, Ana Millán Gasca, The world as a mathematical game. John von Neumann and twentieth century science. Science Networks. Historical Studies, 38. Birkhäuser Verlag, Basel, 2009. xii+207 pp. ISBN: 978-3-7643-9895-8
Norman Macrae, John von Neumann. The scientific genius who pioneered the modern computer, game theory, nuclear deterrence, and much more. Reprint of the 1992 original. American Mathematical Society, Providence, RI, 1999. x+406 pp. ISBN: 0-8218-2064-8
Steve J. Heims, John von Neumann and Norbert Wiener. From mathematics to the technologies of life and death. MIT Press, Cambridge, Mass.-London, 1980. xix+547 pp. ISBN: 0-262-08105-9
Richard Feynman's books:
A bit of a meta-answer: for biographical searches on mathematicians, a very good way it to visit the Mathematical Biographies maintained by University of St Andrews, find the guy, scroll to the bottom, and click on the link to the list of bibliographic references.
To name a few,
Halmos: I want to be a mathematician
Shimura: The map of my life
Weil: The Apprenticeship of a Mathematician
Wiener: I am a mathematician
Surprised it hasn't been mentioned yet:
is a biography of Paul Erdős, and is one of the most endearing biographies I've read of any person in any field.
"Alan Turing: The Enigma" by Andrew Hodges
I can recommend Mark Kac's autobiography, Enigmas of Chance.
Since you ask for more than one mathematician/physicist I would like to add to the list the following excellent book.
It is a really entertaining book. Each chapter is devoted to a different person. I remember the first three chapters are devoted to Albert Einstein, Kurt Gödel and John von Neumann.
I've enjoyed these very much:
The autobiography of Bertrand Russell is a fascinating read. Only the beginning really deals with mathematics but is prose is a real pleasure to read. Follow the life of this great thinker and confront his views through the last century here : Russell's autobiography.
If you are more interested into the math the comic book Logicomix: An Epic Search for Truth is another lively biography of Russell, focused on his contribution to logic.


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Comic for Thursday, Apr 19, 2012
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The Goo
Shade, Part 1
Shade, Part 2
Relations, Part 1
April Fools Week
Relations, Part 2
Part 1 - Open The Box
Part 2 - Read The Rules
Part 3 - Set Up The Pieces
Part 4 - Play The Game
Part 5 - Knock The Board Over
Part 6 - Scattered Pieces
Part 7 - Fist Fight
Part 8 - Clean Up
Flipping Cardboard
Lady Mysterious
II slooF lirpA
Squirrel Diplomacy
Lunchtable Revelations
Part 1 - Martial Arts Crew
Part 2 - Elliot's Crew
Part 3 - Ellen's Crew
Tam Eh Tedd
Part 1 - Walk In The Park
Part 2 - Missing Persons
Part 3 - Interviewed By The Devil
Part 4 - Into The Dungeon
Part 5 - The Truth About Grace
Part 6 - The Brewing Storm
Part 7 - Fallen From Grace
Part 8 - Humanity
PB Special Features
Sleepy Time
Second Life
The Child Left Behind
Red Alert
Moping Squirrel
Intro to South
Party Recruiting
Even More Recruiting
Party Fashion
Family Reuinion
Part 1 - Arrivals And Presents
Part 2 - Bending Genders
Part 3 - Festivities
Part 4 - Hold On Hope
Hidden Genesis
In The Shadows
The New Students
Susan Draws The Line
Squirrel In The Classroom
Part 1 - The Trials Of Susan
Part 2 - The Statue
Part 3 - Pent-Up Magic
Part 4 - Evil Monkey
Part 5 - Moperville News
Part 6 - Weregirl
Part 7 - The Dark Clouds Gather
Part 8 - Talon vs. Scythe
Part 9 - Wrath of God
Part 10 - Pandoras Box
Indiana Elliot And The TOSF
T-Minus The Demon Ally
Hammerchlorians - 1
Hammerchlorians - 2
Hammerchlorians - 3
T-Minus Dark Allegiance
New And Old Flames - 1
New And Old Flames - 2
New And Old Flames - 3
New And Old Flames - 4
New And Old Flames - 5
New And Old Flames - 6
One Way Road
Legends of Celida
Death Sentence - 1
Death Sentence - 2
Death Sentence - 3
Death Sentence - 4
Death Sentence - 5
What Is Love
The End Of Spring
Power Fantasy
Rocks Fall Nobody Is Hired
By The Numbers
Duel Of The Discs
There Be Whales Here
There Be Whales Here Pt 2
There Be Whales Here Pt 3
End Of An Era
End Of An Era pt 2
Family Tree
Summer Moments
Guest Comics #1
Guest Comics #2
Squirrel Prophet
SP - Part 2
SP - Final Battle
So A Date At The Mall
So A Date - Part 3
So A Date - Part 4
So A Date - Part 5
Q&A 7 - The Requestioning
In summary of the four tests that been done
since entering the basement
several comics ago:
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Pressing the button with no real knowledge of what it does or how it works.
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Pressing the button knowing that it's powered by the wearer's own magic.
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Pressing the button with the above knowledge and knowing what the watch is supposed to do.
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Pressing the button with all of the above knowledge and using a password thought a particular number of times.
As certain as we can be that Tedd is bound to explain it all in a manner not dissimilar to
, I believe it should now be possible to deduce what Tedd was testing and why it was necessary to withhold information.
OR IS IT? Yeah, probably. BUT POSSIBLY NOT!
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I discovered X11, and I was wondering if it is possible to install it on a dedicated server, and have a "desktop" from the server running on my personnal computer ?
Or maybe it is necessary for the server to have a screen ? Or a least kde or gnome ?
What I want is a desktop of my server (as if it had a screen), but on my laptop, through internet. I want to be able to launch graphic applications remotely, as if it was a PC.


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For more information, please feel free to contact Ressa at the office or Rabbi Carlebach
Upcoming Events:
Recent Events:
Purim was celebrated with friends and family in the Laurentians. As always, the House of Israel was an exciting place to be for Purim with an inspiring Megillah reading, a masquerade party, delicious food both Wednesday and Thursday nights and lots of fun.
Raffle night Saturday night December 26. A lively crowd enjoyed a wine and cheese evening to celebrate the virtually sold out raffle that raised funds for the shul operations. Kol ha kavod to Gerry, the Rabbi and so many others who canvassed so many people the purchase tickets. Mazel Tov to our winners.
Saturday Evening December 12. Another large crowd of families enjoyed a fabulous Chanukah celebration at the shul entertained by a circus act brought in from the Cirque du Soleil.
Family Shabbaton Friday December 11, 2015Guest Speaker Yossi Goodman, spoke on "Attitude determines your Altitude"This internationally renowned speaker inspired and delighted a packed reception hall with incredible life journey and the special meaning he shared with the shul.
Sukkot and Simchat Torah.
The days of simcha and joy truly enveloped the crowds how spent the holidays at the House of Israel. On Sunday night, over 150 people crammed into the sukkah for a delicious dinner catered by Chani and her team. Kol ha Kavod. They atmosphere was joyous with some guests staying well into the night.
Monday and Tuesday, services featured lively hoshana parades and a family sukkah hop which went ahead notwithstanding the light rain.
Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur.
The crowd enjoyed the superb tfillah lead by our beloved cantor Shmarya from Israel. The words and melodies were inspirational who all who attended. There were numerous new members and visitors who made House of Israel their shul for the High Holidays for the first time. Its not too early to get your seats for 2016.
August 6, at 600 PM, and overflow crowed filled the shul and courtyard for a casual chic evening
under magnificent skies. The finest of Montreal's caterers served
plates of perfectly aged prime rib roast beef, briskets, delectable salads and desserts of
all kinds. Kol Ha Kavod to the Rabbi, the organizers and the 17
generous sponsors who made this evening a great success.
On July 29, over 50 people filled the social hall to hear an inspiring lecture from several historians and members about the history of the Jewish community of the Laurentians. Members who grew up in Ste Agathe and attended the House of Israel Hebrew school spoke about their childhood. Joe Graham and others spoke about the development and the importance of the Jewish community of the region.
Women's council walk a thon July 10 took place under a sweltering hot and humid day. The hearty ones raised important funds for the shul and enjoyed a tasty lunch afterwards. Kol ha kavod to Frances and Estelle for their hard work and organization.
Summer Shabbaton Friday - Saturday June 26-27. Chabad Rabbi David Cohen from Hebron Israel spoke about life in Hebron and the relevance of Hebron to the Jewish people. A packed crowd Friday night and Shabbos lunch thoroughly enjoyed the Rabbi's thoughtful words and got a better appreciation of the importance of Hebron.
Shavuoth once again proved to be a wonderful place for the holiday. Members and friends enjoyed a YomTov meal and learning into the middle of the night. On Sunday, a packed shul received the 10 commandments and feasted on an a superb dairy buffet prepared by the Rebbitzin and seminary girls. On Monday, Yizkor was recited and there was a special shiur for women.
Passover in the Mountains is becoming an event not to be missed. Several families celebrated Passover in the community, attended a community seder with over 30 guests, participated in daily services, learning sessions and of course, a last chance for wonderful spring skiing.
Enjoy Purim at the House of Israel. A special African themed Purim greeted almost 75 members and friends who join us this past Wednesday night at 6:15 for services and Megillah reading. Afterwards, a tasty dairy buffet featured the best of African foods from Tunisia to South Africa was served. The ruach was strong and music was loud. Everyone had a great time. On Thursday March 5, morning services followed by Megillah reading was also well attended. The festival concluded with A special Seuda BBQ will be made at 5PM at the Rabbi's house followed by services. Make your plans next year for a wonderful Purim up north.
Winter Shabbaton took place on Friday December 26 and Saturday December 27. Guest Speaker is Haim Seerrf. The packed shul on Friday night crowded around to hear Haim's journey to spirituality. On Shabbos, congregants listed to how Judaism values Art and how the Jewish soul can be interpreted by the artist.
Raffle Evening and Chanukah party took take place in Saturday Evening December 20. Festivities featured a huge bouncy house, music , exciting activities for adults and of course, latkas, doughnuts and delicious Italian food cooked by the Seminary girls. Prizes were given out to the children. Mazal tov to our Rabbi who ensured a sellout for the raffle tickets and of course to the lucky winners of the two fabulous prizes.
Public lighting of the Menorah at Mont Tremblant. Sunday December 21 at 3:30 Place Deslauriers. A large number of people experienced the miracle as a result.
Sukkot was celebrated starting on October 8 in the evening. Nearly 75 people braved fierce winds, icy rain and plummeting temperatures to celebrate the holiday together in the Rabbi's and Rebbetzin's sukkah. Lots of talking, laughter, food and drink were on hand. Kol Ha Kavod to the Rebbetzin and the many volunteers who made this evening, once again, a great success. On Friday, our annual Sukkah hop attracted dozens of participants under cold and clouds to eat, drink, sing and dance at a few members sukkahs. Kol ha Kavod to our families who opened up their sukkahs to the community.
Shemini Atzeret and Simcha Torah continued with joy and celebration notwithstanding the perpetual rain outside. Members, guests and friends ate sumptuously during our lavish dinners and kiddushes. There was an auction where alyiot were auctioned off raising a large sum of funds for the synagogue. Singing, dancing and joy lasted late Thursday night and well into Friday afternoon. Kol ha Kavod to our well deserved Chatan Torah and Chatan Bereshit.
Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur were extraordinary time to be at the House of Israel. Lead by our superb Hazzan from Eretz Yisroel. Congregants where uplifted with spirituality though deeply moving prayer and song.
August 6, 2014 at 6:30 was the Brisket and Shnappes event. Nearly 150 people gathered in the shul and the beautifully decorated courtyard for a casual chic evening under magnificent skies. The finest of Montreal's caterers served plates of perfectly aged briskets, tender chicken, delectable salads of all kinds. Two musicians played and sang inside and out. The highlight of the evening was a Chinese auction with many prizes including a helicopter ride. Kol Ha Kavod to the Rabbi, the organizers and the 22 generous sponsors who made this evening a great success.
July 11-12, 2014 Shabbaton
Rabbi Shias Taub, internationally acclaimed writer, speaker and lecturer inspired crowds up to 150 members, visitors and friends during four separate events.
Friday night, he spoke to an overflow crowd at a sumptuous Shabbat dinner about relationships.
On Shabbat, he spoke three more times, giving the sermon, engaging the crowd in an afternoon workshop and finally at Seudat Shlishit. Not to be outdone, the learning continued as a Malve Malka when members and friends from other communities in the Laurentians came an inspiring late night lasting until 1AM.
We all feel closer to our spouses and children and have gathered insight on how to make our lives more meaningful and build on our closeness to G-d.
Kol ha kavod to the Rabbi for organizing this memorable event.
Sunday morning at starting at 8:30am, dozens of members and friends arrived at the shul to begin the annual Walk-a-Thon-Family Day organized by the women's council. Cool cloudy weather, unlike in years past made the walk, run or bike event much more comfortable. Volunteers were out on the route distributing water or giving lifts to those who were tired. By 11:30am, the participants were joined by many others for lunch.
Saturday night March 15, 2014, a larger than expected crowd filled the shul to hear Megillah reading. Although the hour was late, children were encouraged to come to shul wearing their PJ's and they were surely excited by face painting and a late, late late magic show. Kol ha kavod to a 5 year old member who won the grand price, a mini car complete with the bells and whistles.
Raffle 2013 took place on Saturday Dec 28, 2013 8:00 pm. A wine and cheese evening with live music from the 1970's made an enjoyable evening for all. Mazel Tov to our two winners. Kol ha Kavod to Gerry and Rabbi Carlebach for selling so many tickets and organizing this annual event.
December 13 & 14, 2013 Family Shabbaton
featuring Rebbetzin Chana Bilek
Chanukah November 30-Dec 1, 2013
As always, the House of Israel was filled with ruach and joy during the season. After Shabbos, members and guests filled up the shul with games for the children, lighting of the menorah and a delicious kid friendly buffet. There was face painting and a magician.
On Sunday at 3:30pm, Rabbi Carlebach lit the giant menorah at the Promenade Deslauriers Mont-Tremblant, filling the atmosphere with Simcha for the entire community, tourists and employees of the resort. The world knows how special the lights of Chanukah are.
Sunday October 6, 2013
A magnificent Sefer Torah was dedicated to the Synagogue by a very special family. This wonderful and
joyous event began at 10:30 AM and lasted until 3PM. Guests inscribed letters, there was a procession of song and dance followed by a festive and elegant meal.
Sukkot September 18-20, 2013
Beautiful early autumn weather and warm temperatures welcomed nearly 150 members, friends and guests into the shul sukkah on Wednesday night September 18. There was much singing, stimulating discussions and ruach that could be felt all around the town. Kol ha Kavod to the Rebbetzin and her team for cooking a fabulous dinner.
Thursday and Friday, beautiful services were held with Hallel and Hakofot with dozens of lulavim and etrogim in the shul.
On Thursday Afternoon, almost 50 children, their parents and grandparents hopped to 5 different member sukkahs in town where the hosts greeted the many guests with sweets and drinks. Once again, the ruach and activities proved that the House of Israel is the place to be for Sukkot.
The holiday continued during the week with services. Shemini Atzert and Simchat Torah were celebrated with delicious food and lots of simcha. Its only another 12 months until Sukkot 5775.
Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur Sept 4-5 and 13-14 - Cantor Shmaryia Richler of Israel lead magnificent services during the High Holidays. He captured a packed synagogue with awe inspiring tefillah and ruach for the the three days. Yascher Koach.
Shabbos August 2-3 the Summer Shabbaton featured Joe Lion, Counsel General of Israel. The topics were stimulating and inspiring.
On Friday evening The Counsel General spoke to a packed synagogue for Shabbat Dinner Israel! Is it a Jewish State? A State of the Jewish Nation? Or
On Thursday July 25,2013 at 6:00PM, celebrated the House of Israel celebrated its 60th anniversary of service to the Laurentian Jewish community. Nearly one hundred guests packed the synagogue to an elegant evening with unlimited brisket, schnappes, salads and desserts. Guests were entertained by live music and professional singers. All agreed that such an event should be repeated next year.
On Sunday July 7,2013,
The third annual Women's Council annual Walk-Jog and Bike-a-thon took place under a beautiful, warm sunny morning. This extremely popular event was enjoyed by many participants ranging from toddlers to seniors, followed by a light luncheon and refreshments. It is still possible to submit your amount by clicking below. Participation levels are $36, $100 for a family with sponsorship opportunities starting at $180. Click Here to Enter your Participation Amount
Shavuot May 14-May 16, 2013
Shavuot was celebrated at the House of Israel from Tuesday evening May 14 until Thursday evening May 16. On Tuesday evening, nearly 50 people ate a sumptuous dinner followed by an innovative program which members argued why their commandment is the most important. After midnight, Torah study continued until 3AM where deep thoughts were learned.
Purim February 23-24, 2013
Saturday night, over 100 men, women and children packed their way into a very crowded, beautifully decorated shul to hear the Megillah, Havdallah and sit down to a sumptuous Chinese style buffet. The big, happy House of Israel family listed to festive music and nearly everyone, adults and children wore amazing costumes. During Megillah, there was a creative slide show which explained the story of Purim for young children.
On Sunday morning, a more subdued crowd listed to the Megillah reading after morning services. Mishloah Manot gifts were distributed.
Kol Ha kavod to our Rabbi, President, the Committee and the seminary girls for a fabulous Purim.
January 4-5, 2013 - Carlebach Shabbat with Alex Carlebach of South Africa.
Raffle took place Saturday night December 29. The evening brought out a large crowd of congregants who enjoyed delicious cocktails and the suspense of who would with the grand prize.
A great Yasher Koach to those who sold tickets; the Raffle was a great success. Mazal Tov to our winners who will enjoy staying at the Incredible 6 star Setai Hotel located in SouthBeach, Florida. (Value $11,500).
The Holiday period proved, once again, that Ste Agathe is the place to be.Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah was celebrated on October 7-9. As in past years, the evening and daytime hakafot were filled with lots and lots of ruach and song. The evening "aliyah auction" which raised nearly three times more money than last year. Torahs were paraded in the streets of Ste Agathe in the evening followed by a delicious dinner attended by over 50 people. Hakafot and food continued the next day until 3PM.
Sukkot September 30-October 7. The Grand Sukkot Dinner Sunday night was attended by over 100 people. The heavy rains did not deter more than three dozen people from celebrating the joy by eating in the Sukkah while others joined together in the Rabbi's home. A superb meal, song and ruach filled the evening with people not leaving until 11PM. Kol Ha Kavod to the Rebbitzin and her assistants for preparing and serving a fabulous and sumptuous meal.
On Tuesday afternoon, the annual Sukkah hop took place. Dozens of adults and children "hopped" between several family sukkahs in the community where food and drinks were served.
Meaningful services were held each morning and evening everyday during the holiday period.
Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashana services were held to a nearly full capacity shul. Prayers and chazzanut created a very spiritual atmosphere for all who attended. The Tashlict service was special as over 20 people headed down to Lac Des Sables to cast away their sins in front of a setting sun. Reserve your seats early for next year.
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Many families in Joplin have adopted children from overseas institutions, while others have adopted through the state foster care system. Often these children have difficulty adjusting to their new homes, which can cause unique challenges for their parents. Different factors can contribute to adjustment issues, including age at adoption, inadequate pre-natal care, nutritional deficits, and psychological trauma experienced prior to adoption. Fortunately, there are many resources parents can turn to for assistance in making their child's transition more pleasant and to help equip children with the tools they need for success later in life.
Books are often a source of invaluable information for parents. The Connected Child is a book written by the staff at the Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. This book explores the importance of helping the newly adopted child feel secure in his new surroundings. The authors discuss effective ways to discipline as well as ways to help a child better express himself to his parents. Another book, Attaching in Adoption, written by Deborah D. Gray, discusses the reasons behind attachment disorder issues with adopted children and offers practical advice for overcoming these obstacles.
Local pediatricians and child psychiatrists are also valuable resources for adoptive parents. Dr. Kimra Ross has worked with children from both domestic and international adoptions, and is thus well acquainted with the various issues relative to these situations, including developmental delays and nutritional deficits. Dr. Charles Graves, a child psychiatrist in Joplin, also has extensive experience working with adopted children, especially those working to overcome psychological trauma or profound neglect.
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Luke Bryan spends a second consecutive week at number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with "Drink a Beer." The chart was officially released on Thursday, February 13.
Jason Aldean leaps to number two with his fast-rising single, "When She Says Baby." The debut hit by Cole Swindell, "Chillin' It," rounds out the top three. Former number one "Whatever She's Got It" from David Nail is at number four, while Eric Paslay's "Friday Night" makes its way back down the chart after peaking at number two.
Lady Antebellum stays in the sixth position for another week with "Compass." Frankie Ballard's "Helluva Life" continues to rise, landing at number seven. Both Thompson Square and Blake Shelton hold the same positions as last week with their current hits, "Everything I Shouldn't Be Thinking About" and "Doin' What She Likes," respectively. In its twenty-fifth week on the charts, Dierks Bentley breaks into the top ten with "I Hold On."
Randy Houser climbs with "Goodnight Kiss" and Scotty McCreery finds himself at number twelve for the week. Danielle Bradbery holds on to the number thirteen spot with "Heart of Dixie." Eric Church's "Give Me Back My Hometown" moves two places, coming in at fourteen. Dan + Shay move up a few notches with their debut, "19 You and Me" and Rascal Flatts find themselves moving upwards with "Rewind." Jerrod Niemann falls back a couple spots, while "The Beat of the Music" by Brett Eldredge is at number eighteen. Brad Paisley claims the nineteenth biggest hit and Brantley Gilbert closes the top twenty with "Bottoms Up."
Thomas Rhett, Justin Moore, Keith Urban, Kip Moore, and Craig Morgan occupy positions twenty-one through twenty-five. Miranda Lambert makes a huge debut with "Automatic," landing at twenty-six during its first week of release. Josh Thompson, Sara Evans, Hunter Hayes, and Tim McGraw complete the top thirty biggest hits of the week.
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Gustavus Adolphus senior forward David Martinson has been selected the USCHO.com National Division III Player of the Year. The St. Louis Park, Minn. native tallied 29 goals and 20 assists to lead the Golden Gusties to a 20-7-2 record and a berth in the NCAA Division III tournament.
USCHO.com has also named Norwich coach Mike McShane National Division III Coach of the Year.
McShane's Norwich Cadets captured their third NCAA title under his guidance, finishing with a 25-1-4 record. He is 318-90-21 all-time behind the Norwich bench.
The winners and all-star teams are selected by the USCHO.com staff. The complete list:
East First Team
Goal: Ryan Klingensmith, sr., Norwich
Defense: Kyle Shearer-Hardy, jr., Bowdoin
Defense: Eric Tallent, sr., Norwich
Forward: Chad Anderson, jr., Norwich
Forward: Eric Selleck, so., Oswego
Forward: Alex Smigelski, sr., Williams
East Second Team
Goal: Scott Barchard, so., Tufts
Defense: A.J. Mikkelsen, sr., Manhattanville
Defense: Steve Rizer, jr., Fredonia
Forward: Mickey Lang, jr., Manhattanville
Forward: Neil Musselwhite, sr., Oswego
Forward: Coleman Noonan, jr., St. Anselm
Honorable Mention: Cole Anderson (Amherst), Chris Chambers (Plymouth State), Paul Conter (S. Maine), Martin Drolet (Middlebury), Justin Fox (Oswego), Craig Houle (Johnson & Wales), Skylur Jameson (Wentworth), Jeff Olitch (Wentworth), Darcy Vaillancourt (Elmira)
East Rookie Team
Goal: John Leis, Plattsburgh
Defense: Shaun Jameson, Wentworth
Defense: Jack Hawkrigg, Amherst
Forward: Tucker Mullin, St. Anselm
Forward: Jason Pietrasiak, Johnson & Wales
Forward: Kyle Thomas, Norwich
Honorable Mention: Mathieu Dubac (Middlebury), Blake Forkey (Norwich), Trevor John (Tufts), Zach Kohn (Nichols), Mike Testa (Babson), Jon Whitelaw (Oswego), Richie Zobak (Plymouth State)
West First Team
Goal: B.J. O'Brien, jr., St. Norbert
Defense: Mitch Carlson, jr., Gustavus Adolphus
Defense: Nick Tabisz, sr., St. Norbert
Forward: Jordan Chong, sr., St. Scholastica
Forward: Joel Gaulrapp, sr., UW-Stout
Forward: David Martinson, sr., Gustavus Adolphus
West Second Team
Goal: Josh Swartout, jr., Gustavus Adolphus
Defense: Chris Berenguer, jr., Hamline
Defense: Chris Stansik, jr., Adrian
Forward: Mike Dahlinger, jr., Adrian
Forward: Chris Johnson, sr., Augsburg
Forward: Chris Wilson, sr., UW-Superior
Honorable Mention: Tyler Czuba (UW-River Falls), Jeremy Klaver (Adrian), Sam Tikka (St. Norbert)
West Rookie Team
Goal: Justin Lochner, Augsburg
Defense: Justin Favreau, St. Norbert
Defense: Brady Horn, UW-River Falls
Forward: Dakota Dubetz, Marian
Forward: Zach Graham, Adrian
Forward: Cody Keefer, St. Norbert
Honorable Mention: Spencer Anderson (Hamline), Jon Crouse (Bethel), Tommy Fitzpatrick (Marian), Johnny Meo (UW-Stevens Point), Tyler Miller (St. Scholastica), Kraig Wright (Northland)
D-III Player of the Year: David Martinson, Gustavus Adolphus
D-III Coach of the Year:Mike McShane, Norwich
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Is Project Lambda and the introduction of default interface methods breaking the Java performance? Will the desire to move to various polyglot programming languages such as Scala and Groovy diminish as newer versions of the Java programming language improve both readability and their ability to handle large data collections? In this second installment of TheServerSide's discussion with Adam Bien, the Java Champion addresses these very issues, providing his insights on the impact version 8 of the JDK will have on the enterprise development community.


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How to Calculate Earnings Per Share of Common Stock on an Income Statement
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One of the financial disclosures publicly held company have to release is an income statement. The income statement details the various revenues and expenses that a company has for the year, which allows investors to calculate various financial ratios. The earnings per share of common stock measures the company's profits after paying preferred stock dividends, which shows how much the company could distribute per each share in a dividend, if it so desired.
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Look up the company's net income on its income statement. If for some reason the company's income statement does not show the net income, subtract the company's expenses from the company's total revenues to find the company's net income.
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Subtract the preferred share dividends paid from the company's net income. For example, if the company has $19 million in net income but pays $3.4 million in preferred stock dividends, that leaves $15.6 million in earnings available to common stockholders.
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Divide the company's earnings per share of common stock by the number of common shares outstanding to find the earnings per share of common stock. Finishing this example, if the company has 1.3 million common shares outstanding, divide $15.6 million by 1.3 million to find the company has $12 in earnings per common share.
- University of Georgia: How to Read a Financial Statement
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: Beginners' Guide to Financial Statements
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|Isomeric dichlorobenzene complexes of ironcyclopentadienyl and pentamethylcyclopentadienyl- ruthenium were used to facilitate nucleophilic arom. substitution (SNAr) reactions with a variety of O, S, and N contg. nucleophiles. Oligomeric and polymeric systems were achieved by variation in the ratio of the starting complexes and nucleophiles. The properties of the resultant complexes varied depending on the nature of the bridging ligands, functional groups present, and no. of metal moieties. Cyclic voltammetry was employed in order to det. the degree of interaction between the metal centers. In addn., photolytic demetallation was used to liberate the free org. materials. A detailed description of the exptl. conditions and properties will be presented. [on SciFinder(R)]
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The Chaos Computer Club (CCC), a Berlin-based group of hackers, implemented the hack of the Apple fingerprint reader. CCC said that a hacker named "Starbug" hacked Apple's new security authentication system, using laser printing to fake fingerprints. He allegedly only had to make some adjustments.The University of Excellence congratulates CCC on their successful exposure of this Apple weakness. Frank Rieger, spokesperson for CCC, expressed the need for people and corporations to reevaluate their view of fingerprint biometrics. He said, "It is plain stupid to use something that you can't change and that you leave everywhere every day as a security token."
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You may wish to visit the Sacramento VegFest on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Red Lion Hotel, Woodlake Conference Center, Sacramento. Sacramento VegFest is a showcase, to promote, celebrate, and educate the community and visitors about food through the provision of a festival illustrating in living flavor, the wide variety of plant-based foods and products available in the marketplace. There will be world-class speakers, live entertainment, and fun contests throughout the day in addition to the vast array of vegan and vegetarian food samples. See, "Sacramento Vegfest."
The VegFest is happy to present Mariel Hemingway as its Keynote Speaker who also will be signing her book. In addition, Doug Lisle, Ph.D.; Ed Bauer, Champion Vegan Bodybuilder and Chef Brooke Preston will both be Guest Speakers.
Admission is $15 for the day of the event, and free for children ages 12 and younger. You also may wish to check out the Facebook page for the Sacramento VegFest at SacVegFest. On Friday, June 7, 2014 Chef Brooke joined Sac & Co. on the air at 11:30 a.m. to chat more about Vegfest, The Green Boheme (restaurant), and the importance of plant-based food. How does Canneloni with Basil Glaze sound for a little food fun? Tune in for more, says the SacVegFest Facebook page. You also can check out the video clip with Chef Brooke at the Fox 40 station to hear the discussion about VegFest.
On today's Sacramento VegFest page, a delicious vegan recipe appears. Please check it out where it's also posted on the Fox 40 website, and thanks again for having Chef Brooke
You also may wish to visit the Green Boheme restaurant in Sacramento. See the site, "Restaurant Menu | The Green Boheme." The Green Boheme is Sacramento's organic, vegan, raw foods restaurant and holistic health center – voted "Best Raw Resource" by Sacramento magazine.
Unlike at other vegetarian and vegan restaurants, all our food is gluten-free and soy-free – meaning we serve the purest food throughout Sacramento County. Its passion for health and commitment to gourmet cuisine enables the restaurant to meet rigorous dietary restrictions while satisfying the discriminating palate, and our innovative approach to a plant-based diet has been featured in top media outlets – including ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox.
The Green Boheme located at 1825 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815, between Arden and El Camino is the only Sacramento restaurant serving food that is organic, vegan, raw, gluten-free, and soy-free. The culinary parameters of our restaurant, combined with the artistic sensibility and creative talents of our chefs, inspire us to make some of the most innovative cuisine available today.
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Here's what's posted on the Sacramento VegFest Facebook page, sharing a recipe from Chef Brooke Preston from the Green Boheme
Sacramento VegFest shared The Green Boheme's status. This morning's recipe from Chef Brooke Preston as seen on FOX40 News:
Tomato Stacks with Feta and Basil Glaze (Note the 'feta' is vegan and made with nuts.)
Serves 4
Have ready: 4 large heirloom tomatoes, preferably of different colors &½ cup basil leaves, thin sliced into ribbons
1c cashews + 1c macadamia nuts soaked for 2-4hrs and drained
1/8 teaspoon probiotic powder
1 cup purified water
2 teaspoons chickpea miso
1/8 onion
2 TB onion powder
1/4c lemon juice
Pinch of white pepper
Pinch of sea salt if needed
Basil Glaze:
1 bunch fresh basil
1/3 cup cold pressed extra virgin olive oil
3 tsp lemon juice
dash salt
dash fresh ground pepper
To prepare the 'Feta', place all ingredients into a high speed blender. Process until smooth and mixture becomes a ball, adding water if necessary. Set aside. For the Basil Glaze, place all ingredients into high speed blender and blend until combined.
Assemble Tomato Stacks by slicing off top and bottom of each tomato and set aside. Slice all tomatoes into 3 thick slices crosswise. Using slices from each tomato, arrange 1 slice tomato, cover with Feta, drizzle with Basil Glaze and sprinkle with basil ribbons.
Repeat for 3 layers using slices from different tomatoes to give color to each stack. Top with fresh ground pepper and dash salt if desired. This recipe is so simple, so delicious, and so beautiful! It's a Green Boheme favorite this time of year. Enjoy.


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The Knight Commission's consideration of issues in college sports presents a timely opportunity to put an important piece of unfinished business on the NCAA's reform agenda: alcohol sponsorship and advertising in college sports.Meeting in Washington, DC, on October 18, the Commission heard a panel discussion on the commercialization of college athletics, with three noted experts on the subject. One of the panelists was Indiana University Professor, Murray Sperber, author of a new book, Beer and Circus: How Big-Time College Sports Is Crippling Under-Graduate Education. The commission will also consider a September 28, 2000 letter from the Center for Science in the Public Interest and a group of universities and organizations, which called for the elimination of the unprincipled and misleading promotion of alcoholic beverages to underage college students and to the many fans who may be even younger. WHAT YOU CAN DO
Join CSPI and other organizations and campuses in urging the Knight Commission's leadership in removing alcohol advertising and sponsorship from college sports. The Commission will meet again in November, 2000, and it is important that they hear about this issue from concerned campuses, organizations, and individuals. Send letters to:
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Fresno State: (2002) NCAA Provisional qualifier in the discus at 184-1, second on the all-time list and sixth in the WAC ? a PR ? also improved in the shot put to rank second on the team 52-6 1/2 ? One of the Outstanding Field Performers ? (2001) Medical redshirt ? (2000) Team leader in the discus with a personal-best (177-5), which was fourth on the career leaders list ? was also second in the shot put ? WAC Scholar Athlete.
Fresno City College: Earned MVP of field events ? finished second at NorCal Championships both years participated ? captured 10th in the Junior National Championships ? also finished in third place at the state meet for both years ? earned the COA Wilson Scholar Award ?was a league champion.
Clovis West HS: Two-year letterwinner in football and three-year letterwinner in track and field ? was the NWYL League Champion in 1997 in the discus event ? was also named MVP for field events.
Personal: Born Oct. 29, 1979, in Hayward, Calif., ? son of Lydia and Michael Guidry ? enjoys playing basketball, raquetball and paintball ? states his biggest athletic thrill as breaking the 39-year old Fresno City discus record ? selected Fresno State for the success of the throwers.
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This book is a collection of recipes that mom has been collecting for many years. I have tried to name the person who gave the recipe. If I missed a name, I apoligize.
This book is 240 pages with about 400 recipes and 450 photos. I tried to find a photo for most of the recipes in this book.
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College Art Faculty Shows at Banfill-Locke
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Anoka-Ramsey Community College Welcomes New Faculty to Fall Semester
College's Annual Prairie Home Delights Fundraiser, Sept. 25
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Welcomes Students to Fall Semester with Week of Activities
Fall Picnics Kick-Off New Academic Year at Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Welcomes Chinese Exchange Faculty Member
Community Organizations Step Forward to Sponsor College's Annual Prairie Home Delights Scholarship Fundraiser, Sept. 25
Roles Cast in College Fall Play, "The Laramie Project"
Senator George McGovern Speaking at Anoka-Ramsey's Cambridge Campus - Public Welcome
President Johns of Anoka-Ramsey Community College Named 2008 Pacesetter of the Year
Discover Possibilities at Anoka-Ramsey Community College Open House
College Students Cut Acting Chops to Perform Intriguing Docu-Drama, "The Laramie Project" Oct. 24, 25, 30, 31, Nov. 1
Coffee House Series Rocks Anoka-Ramsey Community College Each Month, October Through April
Prairie Home Delights Grossed More Than $27,500 for Student Scholarships at Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Bachelor's in Special Education Continues at Anoka-Ramsey Community College Through Partnership Renewal with St. Cloud State University
Cambridge Campus Hosts Renowned Author
New Season, New Coaches, New Life for Men's Basketball Program at Anoka-Ramsey Community College
New Board Members Bring Wealth of Experience to Coon Rapids Campus Foundation
College Art Faculty Curates Watercolor Invitational
New Board Member Brings Wealth of Experience to Cambridge Campus Foundation
College Offers Wide Array of Veterans' Services
Anoka-Ramsey Art Faculty Receives Printmaking Award
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Hosts Fallen Comrade Ceremony Nov. 12 to Honor Veterans
Women's Volleyball Team Forges to Successful Season Close
College Student Art Sale-Unique Gifts, Good Cause, Great Value
College Choir Performs Winter Choral Concert
KARE11 Features Anoka-Ramsey
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Proceeds Deliberately After State Deficit Announcement
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Thanks Donors at Second Annual Legacy Dinner
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Embarks on Strategic Planning Process; Public Invited
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation Donates $25,000 for Nursing Scholarships at Cambridge Campus
Tuition Cut in Half at Anoka-Ramsey Community College to Retrain Unemployed Workforce
Annual Cambridge Campus Scholardazzle Fundraiser Seeks Guests, Sponsors to Support Students
College Reschedules Public Meetings for Strategic Planning
College Offers Accelerated, Eight-Week Business Courses
College Offers Unique Experience for Jazz Musicians
College Announces Cast for "Hormel Girls" Musical
Golden Rams Rally, Split Weekend Games
Number of Season Bests in Victory over St. Thomas JV
Men's Basketball falls to Madison Tech
Rams Defeat St. John's JV
Rams Split Weekend Games
The Golden Rams Split Matches in Illinois
The public is invited to join Anoka-Ramsey Community College English faculty member Kathryn Kysar, editor of "Riding Shotgun, Women Write About Their Mothers," and contributing writers, Shannon Olson (shown) and Sun Yung Shin (shown) at the Coon Rapids Campus College Hour, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2 to 3 p.m., Rm. B203 for a free reading, Q-and-A session and book signing.
The public is invited to join Kysar and contributors Shannon Olson and Sun Yung Shin for a free reading, a question and answer session and a book signing.
Critics have called the 248-page collection a disarmingly honest and poignant collection of stories of startling candor and rich insight, revealing hard work and hardship, successes and failures, love and anger between mothers and daughters by a group of America's celebrated literary women.
Shannon Olson is the author of the novels, "Welcome to My Planet: Where English Is Sometimes Spoken" and "Children of God Go Bowling." She has written for The Guardian (London), InStyle, Good Housekeeping, the Star Tribune, Minnesota Monthly and The Rake. She is an assistant professor of English at St. Cloud State University.
Sun Yung Shin is the author of the poetry collection "Skirt Full of Black" (Coffee House Press); co-editor of "Outsiders Within: Writing on Transracial Adoption" (South End Press); and author of "Cooper's Lesson" (Children's Book Press), a bilingual (Korean/English) illustrated book for children. She is a 2007 Bush Artist Fellow for Literature and has received grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Jerome Foundation. Shin teaches at the Perpich Center for Arts Education.
Other contributors to the collection include Jonis Agee, Sandra Benitez, Barrie Jean Borich, Taiyon Coleman, Heid Erdrich, Diane Glancy, Jan Zita Grover, Denise Low, Alison McGhee, Sheila O'Connor, Carrie Pomeroy, Susan Power, Faith Sullivan, Ann Ursu, Ka Vang, Wang Ping and Morgan Grayce Willow.
For more information about the event or Anoka-Ramsey Community College, visit www.AnokaRamsey.edu.


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It is a jungle out there or so it seems that way when weeds start growing in yards and driveways. But, a jungle of weeds is not as bad as careless and excessive herbicide use that can cause irreversible damage to the environment.Herbicides are used to kill weeds and plants and contain toxic materials that pose both environmental and human health risks. Humans, animals, aquatic organisms, and plants can be severely harmed by these toxic chemicals.Rain or heavy watering can wash herbicides down lawns and driveways, into the streets and gutters, and down the storm drains. Once down the storm drains, the untreated toxins flow into concrete channels that lead to three major streams: the Loosahatchie River, Nonconnah Creek, and the Wolf River. These waterways discharge their contents directly into McKellar Lake and the Mississippi River. The toxins contaminate the rivers and lakes and harm ecological systems by killing beneficial fish and vegetation. "Proper mowing, fertilizing and watering can significantly reduce the amount of chemicals a lawn needs," says Tom Lawrence, manager of the City's storm water program. If possible, avoid treating an entire lawn with herbicides, instead spot treat. Following good, basic lawn care methods will usually result in a healthy lawn which will make it difficult for many weeds to exist. Patience and a little elbow grease in pulling or digging out the weeds may not be as easy as using herbicides, but it is good exercise and better for lawns and the environment.
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Streamlining the green message
I recently read an article by Bill Roth, founder of Earth 2017, reporting on the 2010 Sustainable Conference. Studies by market researchers show the demand for Green is growing. Studies by the Shelton Group show that 64 percent of the population actively looks for green products. Studies by Ecofocus Worldwide report 87 percent believe we have to change how we impact the environment.
In the midst of all these positive vibes on green, further studies show the consumer is confused on what is bCrLfgreenbCrLf and who to trust.
Why shouldn't they be confused? Even avid followers of environmental responsibility are aware of the difficulty in getting the title "green.bCrLf Trying to keep up with the constantly changing "greenbCrLf requirements and definitions is like shooting at a moving target. In reality, it's more like reaching for "shades of green.bCrLf
While many raw materials are green, they can become "ungreenbCrLf in the manufacturing process from over use of chemicals, electrical power, fossil fuels or other additives. To address these concerns, the Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) process was introduced to study manufacturing's environmental impact on products from cradle-to-grave.
Then came the introduction of the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). EPD's are based on LCA's and are meant to provide quantifiable environmental data for a product with a common set of environmental parameters.
Adding even further to the confusion is the USGBC Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system to establish benchmarks for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) does not agree with USGBC and developed NAHB ICC 700 Green Building Standard as the nationally accepted benchmark for green homes, site development and residential remodeling projects.
If that is not enough confusion, for wood/forestry we have green standards issued by the Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI), the American Tree Farm (ATFS) and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Each of these organizations has programs certifying forestry from planting through harvest and manufacturing.
No wonder consumers are confused about which products are green and who to trust. The article concludes that "consumers are seeking to buy green. However, they are confused and frustrated resulting in a Green Branding' void.bCrLf
So maybe we are expecting too much from the consumer. Maybe we are trying to tell the consumer about too many standards by too many organizations, most of whom the consumer has no idea what they stand for. Maybe we need to simplify the message focusing on what is important to the consumer.
What could be more environmentally friendly than a product planted by nature, from nature and grown by nature? Essentially, that describes hardwood. However, consumers have been told for years that the U.S. forests are endangered from excessive logging. From articles in consumer shelter magazines to children's books, Dr. Seuss' "Lorax,bCrLf consumers have been led to believe logging is depleting all our forest land. To the consumer, the dominant environmental issue with wood is sustainable forests.
This consumer confusion offers the hardwood industry some unique marketing opportunities. We have a strong, credible record of responsible and sustainable hardwood forest management. Few raw materials have been the focus of so many sustainability and environmental impact studies by independent organizations. Study after study shout the benefits of wood.
The consumer doesn't have to "take our word for it.bCrLf Responsible and sustainable forest management of hardwood forests has been guided and certified by independent agencies for decades.
The USDA Forest Service's recent study of United States hardwood forests conclude that U.S. forests are more than sustainable having added 51 BCF of hardwood growing stock over the past 10 years.
The USDA Forest Service's annual studies show that in all 33 states growing hardwood, more new trees are planted than are removed from harvesting or die of mortality.
In 1941, the American Tree Farm System (ATFS) began promoting responsible forest management of private forests. Through third party certification, ATFS continues to be highly credible and valuable.
The Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI) was launched in 1994 contributing to the vision of sustainable development established by the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development. The SFI Standard is based on promoting sustainable forest management and considers all forest values and is backed by third party audits.
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) was established in 1993 to address global deforestation. FSC develops forest management and chain of custody standards to a global network. FSC certification provides a credible link between production and consumption of forest products and is based on third party audits.
While ATFS, SFI and FSC address the entire category of wood, the NWFA's Responsible Procurement Program (RPP) focuses specifically on the wood flooring industry. It is a joint initiative between environmental groups and the wood flooring industry to promote environmentally responsibly managed, sustainable hardwood forests. NWFA RPP Certification is based on third party audits.
The article from the Sustainable conference concluded that "consumers are confused and frustrated, searching for authentic, trustworthy, credible, easy to understand brands that adopt sustainability.bCrLf
We as an industry have taken the first step by developing authentic, trustworthy, credible and easy to understand programs to prove the sustainability of U.S. hardwood forests. So why aren't we taking the initiative and promoting this sustainable U.S. forest message to the consumer? The message is simple: U.S. forests are sustainable and U.S. forests will be there for our children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Granted the message of sustainable U. S. forests is modest and does not claim to be as all-encompassing as "green.bCrLf And for that very reason, our message should not be threatening to or be contradicted by the environmental community.
Our challenge is to come together, as an industry, promoting the positive environmental attributes of sustainable wood. The Milk Industry did it, "Got milk,bCrLf the Pork Producers did, "Pork...the other white meat,bCrLf the Beef Industry did it, "Beef...it's what's for dinner.bCrLf Let's not quibble on the differences between the programs, let's keep the message to the consumer simple. U.S. hardwood forests are sustainable! Every product carrying an ATFS or SFI or FSC or RPP logo is made of hardwood sourced from sustainable forests, as certified by independent organizations.
The Green Economic Revolution has arrived. We need to band together to get our share of green sales.
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NewWay Ministries' Dr. Larry Crabb was Focus on the Family Daily Broadcast's featured guest October 13-14. Larry spoke on the subject of "Embracing the Unique Aspects of Male and Female" for those two days. Focus has posted an article by Larry Crabb on their web site as a preview of Larry's Daily Broadcast programs on Focus. You can still listen to these two broadcasts with Larry Crabb online. Larry Crabb is the author of FULLY ALIVE. Listen to part 1. Listen to part 2.
A Must Read! Popular culture sends mixed messages about what makes a man masculine or a woman feminine. Is it a suit, high heels, a fancy car, a clean house? In his new book Fully Alive: A Biblical Vision of Gender That Frees Men and Women to Live Beyond Stereotypes, Dr. Larry Crabb encourages the reader to put aside cultural notions of masculinity and femininity to look at what God had in mind when he created humans as male and female.
In Fully Alive, Dr. Larry Crabb suggests that God has created humans as male and female to reveal unique and important aspects of how God relates with his created beings. Interspersed with personal stories and examples from his thirty years as a psychologist, Crabb explores what it means to be a man who embraces masculinity or a woman who embraces femininity. Click here for more information or to order.
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The Thanksgiving day slaughter of the New York Jets was driven by the New England Patriots' young defense. At least for one night, the defense could say that they won the game.
In a 52 second stretch, the Patriots scored 21 points and 14 of them were defensive points. Players like Brandon Spikes are gaining national attention for knocking guys into next year.
However, Jerod Mayo, now one of the elder statesmen along with Vince Wilfork. Mayo spoke to WEEI in Boston with Pete and Matt about how the defense is coming together in November, and the crazy night in New York.
"It was good to put a game together, even though we've still got a lot of room for improvement and a lot of things."
"We always say you want to play your best football in November. I know a lot of people say that, but we really pride ourselves on that. It's two games, but at the same time it's a step in the right direction and I think the continuity of having the same group of guys out there is paying off for us, and hopefully it continues to go this way."
On the crazy night and the 52 second explosion:
"I'm telling you, it was crazy to be a part of that. Like you said, the score was 7-0 in the second quarter. We knew we were in a dog fight and then all of a sudden to get those turnovers and to get those touchdowns? It was defense, defense, defense on the field. I'm like, 'Man, how much are we going to get this half?' It was good to get it and get those touchdowns."