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Recently the date was the infamous 21 October 2015 – the date in the future in Back to the Future II.
So I, like hundreds of other families, sat down to watch the movie with my kids.
It was pretty poignant, given that my eldest daughter is now very close the age I was when I watched the orignal movie.
I had sat in my chair at the age of 13 imagining what the world would be like 30 years from now.
Probably I would be a russian ballerina or a famous classical guitarist and I loved the idea of hoverboards and just imagine being able to talk to someone and actually SEE them at the same time!!
What was amazing to see though was all the things the makers of movie imagined would happen in the 'future' – and how wrong we see many of those predictions were.
And yet, as human beings (and especially as entrepreneurs) we continually create predictions of the future and then live as those are true facts about what is actually going to occur.
And not only do we create the ideas inside our heads, we also imagine we can create the steps and action plans to get from here to there.
But in the same way the makers of Back to the Future made up the world 30 years from now and got it pretty much completely wrong – so do we!
I for one, think about the three years in the future, about five years from now at which my kids school fees peak to a horrendous level.
And then I spend time today trying to work out what that's going to feel like, how I would feel if I couldn't pay them, what would happen to them as a result – and then try to work out what to do today to make sure that scenario I've imagined in five years time is taken care of.
I then I think I know 'how to make it happen' – obviously I just need to grow this coaching program, enroll x number of people in y offer and charge them z amount. And then next year I'll do Plan A and the year after Plan B and it will all work out fine!
The truth is I have no idea. Anything could happen between now and then.
We may emigrate on a whim (we've done it before – twice!), I may get sick, hoverboards may become a major part of my life, my kids might start taking drugs and drop out of school altogether – we just do not know.
And every one little deviation in my 'plan' has a thousand ramifications that are simply impossible to predict from where I'm sitting right now.
If you watched the movie yesterday, you'll remember the point at which Doc and Marty go back to the present to realise an alternate 1985 has now been created because of the things they did in the future, which meant that Biff could go back to the past and alter it.
It's confusing, bear with me!
In the present (1985) they want to go back to the future (2015) so they can change what happened so that Biff can't go back to the past (1955) and do what he did that altered the present (1985).
But they can't because from where they are in alternate 1985, the future is different that it would have been if they were in normal 1985.
Future events have irrevocably changed because of one single event.
We can only ever (and not always) see the next step.
Anything else we're dreaming up and trying to live into is just that – something we make up and then treat it as if it's real.
That's what humans do, especially when they have no idea where their experience is coming from (and quite a lot of the time when they do).
For me, this all means that I can pay less attention to those solid-looking futures, and trying to come up with plans to negotiate them successfully.
Instead I can just look to the next step.
Success doesn't come from rigourous planning and execution – instead it is far more random than that.
Plan away all you like if it looks like a good idea, but I'm starting to see that those plans and dreams are just a way to bring the very next step into the light – then I can just ditch all the plans and goals because their job is done.
Again – there's a lot less to do than I thought.

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Substituting Your New Year Resolutions
At the stroke of midnight, that thin-sliced moment between a wretchedly old year and the dawn of an aspiring new year, people across the world become nostalgic. Bitter-sweet moments fill the air. Mixed feelings of reminiscence of yesteryear, intertwined with joy and gratefulness of being alive to usher in a brand new epoch. Anxious lips gladly utter New Year Resolutions; a curious year patiently awaits their fulfillment.
But soon, fanciful declarations and pledges to do this or that become entangled in the inevitable vicissitudes of life. And then, poof! All goes awry. The truth is, sometimes we make resolutions that are impractical within our own circumstances, though we hope that somewhere, somehow they will be realized.
For some, instead of making oaths that depend on intrinsic and extrinsic factors that they may not have control over, they prefer to set practical plans and goals. They challenge themselves to achieve things that, in their in estimation, the time and resources are more likely to be available and accessible. Though we must dream big and set great goals, perhaps, it's a wiser strategy to substitute extravagant resolutions, avoiding the pitfalls of broken promises to self and others.
What are your resolutions this year? Are they practical? Or are you dreaming for the impossible? What about more realistic plans, would they better suit your individual circumstances?
Happy New Year and a Successful 2011
One thought on "Substituting Your New Year Resolutions"
My resolution for this wonderful new year is to simply enjoy each and every day to the fullest. Two years ago my abusive husband of 20 years left my boys and I. Those two years are a blur, I honestly am amazed that it is 2011! but in those two years I have become a strong, confident woman ready to live life after 20 years of being deprived of the basic human needs, love, acceptance and care.
This is the year that my life begins new for me. I'm soon to be 46 years old and I can honestly say that my life is just beginning.
I'm learning to embrace all of my emotions and am learning to love again with a wonderful new man in my life, learning to accept and care for others, but most importantly, I'm learning to love, accept and care for myself. I take the time to really feel what it is I need and to love myself, all my wonderful, intricate imperfections that make me…me.
Here is to a new year and new season in life. Embracing each and every moment as it comes, enjoying every moment that we are given in this life.


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Yellow Cab Pizza Co.
Centris Walk, EDSA cor. Quezon Ave., Quezon City, Metro Manila
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I always eat here whenever I'm too hungry before going home after work.
Dear Darla is my default order as I find it not too filling compared to their other pizzas. And besides, I love the alfalfa and arugula combination! It's really fun rolling your pizza too!
I also had Sriracha Wings during this visit and it was surprisingly good. Each chicken wing is not as big as Frankie's but so delicious as well.
P.S. This branch is open 24/7.
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Ordered their combo that comes with a regular sized pizza, 2 pastas (Alfredo) and soft drink and its good for 3 to 4 persons. Always liked their pizza. And we also tried their ice cream for P130 (Pistachio, Vanilla and Chocolate)
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If you want a cheaper phone system, then we can provide you with a refurbished system that has been cleaned, tested and any worn parts such as curly cords or label plastics replaced.
Many of the systems we refurbish for reinstallation were sold new by us and have been replaced with a larger or current system.
Normally we would recommend the Nortel BCM range for their functionality and scalability and because there is an upgrade path to the Avaya IP Office although second-hand IP Office's are now starting to become available at sensible prices; some including phones.
An alternative is the Panasonic TDA range which are a highly functional system with good phones from a few years ago which also have an upgrade path to the current model.
On occasion we may have the odd Commander NT come in but as these are now old enough to vote and only switch calls without expensive add-ons so we would recommend something newer like a Panasonic TDA unless your budget is really tight. We keep the Commander NT's as starter systems for our charity customers because they can move up into a BCM or an IP Office and retain the same phones and functionality.


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'Formulate your wish list…think of what kind of assistance you expect from Russia'
Russia's ambassador to the Philippines has said Moscow is ready to discuss an all-encompassing partnership with president Rodrigo Duterte, after he announced his country was "separating" from the United States.
Igor Khovaev confirmed the Russian government was willing to provide diplomatic assistance to the Philippines in "any area, any field of possible cooperation", adding that the two countries "deserve to know each other much, much better".
"Formulate your wish list," Mr Khovaev told Mr Duterte, according to the GMA news agency. "Think of what kind of assistance you expect from Russia and we will be ready to sit down with you and discuss what can and should be done."
Mr Khovaev added that Moscow "would not interfere with the domestic affairs of a sovereign state" and merely wanted to offer support.
During recent visit to China, Mr Duterte announced he believed "America has lost" and said he would "go to Russia to talk to Putin and tell him that there are three of us against the world – China, Philippines and Russia".
The US government said it would seek clarity on the president's comments, while it was reported the Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev had had productive discussions with Mr Duterte during a visit to Laos in September.
The Philippines' trade minister, Ramon Lopez, meanwhile said the talk of separation from the US had been misinterpreted.
"In terms of economic [ties], we are not stopping trade, investment with America," he told CNN. "The president specifically mentioned his desire to strengthen further the ties with China and the ASEAN region, which we have been trading with for centuries."
In early October, Mr Duterte effectively severed 65 years of military ties between the US and the Philippines by ordering US troops out of the country.
The president, who has been in power since June, has attracted condemnation from the US and EU for encouraging a violent and protracted war on drugs, in which 3,600 have been killed – prompting Mr Duterte to issue expletive-filled dismissals of all who opposed his policies.
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The Cleveland Browns organization is a complete dumpster fire. Johnny Football brings the gas, and Josh Gordon the match. What's going to become of these two players? One that we know can play in the NFL, and one who thinks he can. Let the offseason begin... Party at John's.
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Does LeBron have the Cav's best interest at heart? How long will he allow David Blatt to coach him?? And would he leave Cleveland a second time? I discuss his options.
JJ Watt for MVP? he has my vote and I explain why.
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Events 'Fore' Life
Jack Summit 2015 - Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation, a proud Inspiration Sponsor
On February 27 and 28, 2015, over 200 young leaders from across Canada met in Toronto to develop innovative strategies to eliminate the stigma in mental health.
#JackSummit2015 is Canada's only national student-led mental health innovation summit.
The sponsorship supported all representatives from British Columbia to be further inspired, to transform how people across Canada think and talk about mental health.
Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation was a proud sponsor of the Summit, and continues to sponsor, Jack.org initiatives.
As Ginny Dennehy continue's to say, "Together we will make a difference."
Breathe Fore Life Scholarship Recipient 2015
After much thought and deliberation, Ginny's choice for this year's scholarship was Nicole Walford.
She and her story is the one that hit home .... It seemed like she had so many similar struggles in life like Riley did ...her anxiety etc and then she fought through her "demons" and found happiness, but as important, Ginny saw that she truly wanted to make a difference and help others through her teachings. She will teach so many in ways that will help people understand that life is about the choices that you make, not necessarily the "things" that you have. Ginny believes in choosing such things as "hope" you can carry on and you can make a difference.
Kelty Mental Resource Centre opens in the HOpe Centre at Lion's Gate Hospital
Kerry and Ginny cutting the ribbon in celebration of the opening of a second Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre. This Resource Centre is part of the brand new 78M HOpe Centre, at Lions Gate Hospital on Vancouver's North Shore.
Kerry Dennehy comments, "The HOpe Centre is a fabulous mental health facility , a beacon, an inspiring model really for others to copy worldwide in the year's to come. Kelty's name won't be forgotten and his spirit lives on in a place where sufferers can come forward for help, without fear of shame or stigma.
Ginny and I share this with you, not only out of love and pride for that great kid of ours who so many of you knew, but because you are the one's that have helped us to this point in so many ways. Thank you."
The Foundation has recently donated another 500k toward another new 96m mental health centre on the grounds of VGH to be completed in 2017.
$40,000 Donation to Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Centre of BC
Kerry and Ginny Dennehy presenting a $40,000 cheque to Ian Ross, Executive Director of the Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Centre of BC.
This donation provides secure funding for the Stigma Awareness & Suicide Prevention Program: "Reducing Stigma, Building Resiliency and Saving Lives." With this funding, 400 interactive, "youth friendly workshops" will take place this year in high schools aimed at reducing stigma associated with suicide and mental health. 10,000 secondary school students will be reached.
Stigma spreads fear and misinformation, perpetuates stereotypes and prevents many young people from accessing the early intervention that is critical.
Over the past 10years, the Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation has provided the Crisis Centre with critical funding enabling them to confidentially engage with youth at no cost, 24hours a day, 7 days a week.
Kelty's Sandbox sponsored by The Kelty Dennehy Foundation
On Saturday, August 16th from 10-6, The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation is sponsoring the World's Largest Sandbox event, raising money and awareness for children's mental health. The event will be held at Second Beach in Stanley Park and will create a community space where people can come out, have fun, and learn more about the importance of this issue. "Passage Give" along with the Foundation want to encourage Vancouver to better understand mental health and how it affects all of us.
Oh yeah, there will also be a sand castle competition, a bouncy castle, mini golf and more! Come on out and play with us.
Location: Ceperley Field, Second Beach, Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC
Foundation volunteers march along with the Caledonia Piper's Band in Whistler's Canada Day Parade
Foundation volunteers march along with the Caledonia Pipers Band in Whistler's Canada Day Parade. This year marks the Foundations 10th anniversary march in Whistler's jammed packed Canada Day Parade.
Ginny and Kerry alongside Clara's "Let's Talk" bus in Vancouver B.C.
A beautiful day to celebrate Clara and Bell's commitment to mental health. Kerry and Ginny rode into the Plaza with Clara.
Bell Let's Talk - Clara's Big Ride for Mental Health
Clara Hughes Big Ride for Bell Lets Talk is a 110-day national bicycle tour through every province and territory, beginning in Toronto on March 14, 2014 and concluding in Ottawa on July 1, 2014. As part of Claras Big Ride, Clara Hughes will cover 12,000 km and visit 95 communities along the way.
Location: 95 Communities Across Canada
Kerry Dennehy's Enough is Enough Blog
The Enough is Enough Ride Summary
From May to August, 2013, Ginny and Kerry Dennehy cycled 8,000 kilometers across Canada, from Whistler to Cape Spear. With each pedal they said Enough is Enough to the stigma of mental illness, to a lack of resources for sufferers of depression, and to losing loved ones to the disease.
Accompanied by their nephews, the co-founders of The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation visited eight provinces and more than 50 communities to share their story and a vision for the future of mental health.
Central to the Enough is Enough Ride were 34 free community rallies, often arranged in partnership with local mental health initiatives. These uplifting and powerful events provided an opportunity for mental health sufferers to hear the Dennehy's story, to share their own experiences, and to support others. Featuring speeches from the couple and positive stories from local celebrities, politicians, and individuals suffering from - and conquering - mental illness, each rally encouraged others to contribute to this national achievement.
The ride touched Canadians in each part of the country: mental health sufferers and loved ones shared messages of hope and support via social media and in person. Supporters read about the ride's progress via a daily Enough is Enough blog, published by The Vancouver Sun and the Pique Newspaper. Large crowds gathered in town squares and city plazas to share in the vision of ending the stigma of mental illness. Local and national media reported the ride's progress, placing mental health at the forefront of Canadians' minds.
When The Enough is Enough Ride culminated in a packed auditorium in Whistler, BC, almost $2 million had been raised for mental health initiatives.
At the heart of the Enough is Enough Ride was the courage of the Dennehy's to share their story and help others, and the dozens of volunteers in each community who believe in making a positive difference to mental health.
The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation would like thank all donors and volunteers who made The Enough is Enough Ride possible.
For further information, or to view images from The Enough is Enough Ride, visit the Foundation's Flickr Page.
To read the complete blog, click here.
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Breathe Fore Life Scholarship Recipient
In memory of Riley Rae Dennehy, Ginny Dennehy co-founder of the Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation, presented the 2014 Breath Fore Life Scholarship to Lara Berg.
Location: Victoria, BC
East Meets West - Enough is Enough Launch Party
Purchase tickets online.
Join us at the official launch party of our ENOUGH is ENOUGH and Ride Across Canada.
Saturday, May 4th, 7pm
Location: Buffalo Bill's Whistler
Breathe Fore Life Scholarship Recipient
In memory of Riley Rae Dennehy, Ginny Dennehy of the Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation, presented the 2013 Breath Fore Life Scholarship to Nicky Jones.
Location: Victoria, BC
Breathe Fore Life Scholarship
In memory of Riley Rae Dennehy the Foundation will present at the Victoria Yoga Conference a scholarship to a maximum of $1000 Cdn to be used for education and training, to a yoga teacher who wishes to further their knowledge and make a difference for people through their teaching. The successful applicant will demonstrate how, through the receipt of this scholarship that they make a difference in people's lives who may be dealing with grief or devastation of dreams. The recipient will show how they can begin to bring healing through the practice of yoga. Application Deadline - December 31st, 2012
Location: Victoria, BC
Ali Milner - For The Light
Ali Milner has wrote and recorded a song for the Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation! We are so unbelievably thankful for her support.
Jog 4 Joy presented by Wells Fargo
The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation is honoured to be chosen as the charity partner for Jog4Joy, which is a JOYFUL 5km walk/run event to raise awareness for mental and emotional health. We are all affected by depression and anxiety whether we suffer ourselves, or we know of someone struggling. Come join this FUN community event to give HOPE and SUPPORT to those who need it. It's going to be an EMPOWERING day!
Date: Sunday, October 14, 2012 (registration closes on Friday October 12th)
A beautiful route along the ocean seawall and into Stanley Park. GORGEOUS! Lots of activities for kids, LIVE MUSIC, and Tina's wonderful JOY AMBASSADORS will be there CHEERING YOU ON! This is an environmentally conscious event so we encourage you to car pool or take transit to arrive at the event, bring your own water bottle and use the easy recycling options provided at the event
Register now: http://www.active.com/running/vancouver-bc/running-event---jog4joy-2012
Ride Fore Life
Please join our founders, Ginny and Kerry Dennehy n the continued effort to fight DEPRESSION in youth and adolescents!
On September 10th, 2011 "KELTY" teams will Ride and Raise Awareness in the RBC Sea to Sky Gran Fondo Whistler. On September 8th, 2012 "KELTY" teams will Ride and Raise Awareness in the RBC Sea to Sky Gran Fondo Whistler. Visit our Facebook page for updates!
Sponsors for Ride fore Life are The Question of Whistler, BC, and Jim Pattison of Northshore Hyundai, North Vancouver, BC
Run Fore Life
The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation is honoured to be one of the charities in the Scotia Charity Challenge taking place on Sunday, June 24, 2012. The charity involves a 1/2 marathon run from UBC to Stanley Park or a 5K run or walk with in Stanley Park.
We ask to please get involved and join the KELTY RUN FOR LIFE team benefitting The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation.
For more information, please email email@example.com
Join us as we continue along the journey of removing the stigma and raising needed dollars for care, education and research for those suffering!
Mental Health Awareness Week
October 2nd - 8th
Nearly one in five Canadians is affected by mental illness, yet a persistent stigma prevents many from getting the help they need. The continuing theme of Mental Illness Awareness Week - Face Mental Illness- is designed to change that.
The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation will be joining community service organizations in the Sea-to-Sky secondary schools the week of October 2nd, 2011 to promote mental health awareness.
Why Green?
Please wear Green to raise public awareness, better the lives of children and youth with serious emotional disorders and show our support of these children and their families.
Breathe Fore Life
The Kelty Dennehy Foundation presented a $1000.00 scholarship to a yoga teacher who wished to further training and had met and exceeded specific requirements set by a panel of certified yoga professionals at the Annual Whistler Yoga Conference in Whistler, BC. The scholarship was in memory of Riley Rae Dennehy, a passionate yoga instructor trained in Whistler and whose young life sadly ended in 2009 while traveling in Thailand to further her yoga studies.
The recipient of this year's scholarship was Linda Yip of Vancouver. Linda is an accomplished yoga instructor who works with youth suffering from depression. Linda integrates yoga into her therapy sessions
Dance Fore LIfe
The annual Dance Fore LIfe was an uplifting opportunity for friends, families, parents and legalized youth to come together to party and dance while continuing to raise awareness of the insidious disease of depression which steals so many innocent lives.
Drive Fore Life
In 2008, the Foundation ended a 7 year run for Drive Fore Life, a talked about 2 day golf fundraiser that drew participants, sponsors and donors from across the country. Proceeds for Drive Fore LIfe contributed handsomely to the 4 million plus dollars that the Foundation has raised since its inception in 2001


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BESTWOOD, NOTTINGHAM, U.K. — The Weighing & Batching Systems Group of BMH Chronos Richardson has started work on a new animal feed control system for one of the largest chicken feed milling groups in South East Asia.
Valued at €112,000 (US$109,547), the project is for Gymtech's chicken feed mill in Meiaka, Malaysia. The new SOW 500 batch weighing and process control system will be supplied as part of a mill upgrade program, designed to provide increased weighing accuracy, improved batch consistency and enhanced levels of management and process data.
"This order is our second project for Gymtech, and it was secured following the successful installation of a similar system in Indonesia," said John Dance, Weighing & Batching Systems Group regional sales manager.
Engineers from BMH Chronos Asia Pacific (BMH CAP), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, will provide full site wiring and commissioning.
In a related matter, Chris Emmonds has been appointed customer services manager for BMH CAP. The appointment follows the sudden and unexpected death in late March 2002 of the previous post-holder, Fred Turner. Emmonds brings with him a wealth of product and industry knowledge, having previously worked at BMH's Nottingham, U.K., office for 18 years.
"Fred Turner's death left a tremendous gap, but with Chris' excellent understanding of securing business in the Asian market, we are confident he will prove to be a worthy successor," said Peter Brennen, Bagging U.K. regional director.
Since its inception five years ago, the BMH CAP office has received positive responses from its customers across the region, including higher accuracy, optimum plant performance and reduced downtime as the major benefits of having signed service contracts with the Kuala Lumpur office, Brennan noted.
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Category Archives: Country Kitchens
46 Fabulous Country Kitchen Designs & Tips
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It is the mix of woods, including heart-pine flooring and recycled-timber beams, that distinguish this country kitchen by Studio Entourage and architect Linda MacArthur. Considering that you have decided first on the nation kitchen rug, match your curtains to the rug. As opposed to bigger kitchen spaces (which give you with a lot more design and style freedom) small kitchens need to be optimized for function before you take aesthetics into consideration.
Nation Curtains For The Kitchen
A kitchen can be far more than just about its role in function, organization and efficiency. Nation kitchen curtains, cheap tier curtains, Victorian curtains and French curtains are all regarded as curtain window coverings. Tough wood floors, honed surfaces, and wide aisles make this elegantly appointed nation kitchen function for a crowd. Country kitchens celebrate ornamentation and decoration, handcrafted finishes in cabinet doors and moulding specifics.
The design of a nation kitchen gives the feeling of a relaxed and friendly place exactly where men and women can come together and develop tasteful meals and have meaningful conversation. This cool kitchen is outfitted in gray-blue cabinets that are so pale they practically look neutral. It is never ever hard to alter a kitchen style in favor of a nation style due to the fact there are numerous options for you.
There is practically nothing wrong with turning your country kitchen back in time with the assist of a cosy nook that would not have looked out of spot at Grandma's house. A a lot more contemporary country kitchen with organic wood cabinets that are polished to a sheen. Yet another approach to the nation-style kitchen is a organic country design and style highlighted by warm colors, an open floor strategy, and lots of light.
You can eliminate the old glass and replace it with a mirror, leave the glass and mount a nation style painting behind it. If you are the creative type and can paint, you can acquire canvas at any art store and paint your own design and style to be mounted behind the glass. The kitchens in this collection run the gambit from very rustic nation to contemporary country, which employs a brighter colour palette.
The modern-style cabinets are in a pale green, with gray countertops and a small kitchen island in formica. Or go with a nonetheless-life series like Howard Vincent's Nation Kitchen I, II, and III that showcases kitchenware, produce, and textiles wealthy with texture and highlighted by the interplay of shadow and light. Nation art prints should reflect this nostalgic really feel, offering a glimpse into times lengthy past.
Vintage Kitchens Of The 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
Country kitchens can be easily identified by their comfy and relaxed really feel, simplicity in design, correct-to-nature colour palettes and open function spaces. Maintain in thoughts that your residence ought to be integrated with its surroundings, because setting is extremely essential to the nation home. The kitchens shown are from Magnet, Second Nature, Homebase, B&Q, Wickes, John Lewis, Ikea, John Lewis of Hungerford, Howdens and DIY Kitchens. Cream-colored cabinets and painted ceramics give this nation kitchen a French accent.
Classical: Ornate styles and intricate details are the major components of classical design. Paint bead board cabinets and paneling with milk paint in airy hues such as butter yellow, light blue, or cream. Nation style can variety widely based on the geographical location the residence is in, but even the most differing variants of nation style have equivalent elements of style. Unlike a contemporary or minimalist design and style, country kitchens welcome show items like china or baskets. Shaker kitchen – the most common style of kitchen, this design can immediately develop the country look.
Wood and brass accessories are perfect materials to use in a nation style residence decor bathroom. If you happen to be not into the antiques you can discover a lot of wonderful nation themed kitchen decor on the market. Come in to one particular of our two complete function showrooms, then browse by means of our choice of countertops, cabinets , glass possibilities, hardware, and accessories to find what functions and appears greatest for your bathroom.
As pointed out above, country style varies based on what geographical place you reside in, but the most frequent geographic country designs are English Country and French Nation. By just updating the cabinet pulls and hardware you can make your cabinets appear brand new. A blend of conventional British craftsmanship and innovative style indicates we generate beautiful architecturally sensitive functional kitchens.
Your table linens and any other decor on the table need to blend with the curtains and with your nation kitchen rug. You can decorate in the style of the French country kitchen design and style by employing vivid colors – poppy red, sunflower yellow, vibrant blue, meadow green, and sunset purple. Adding a bit of wear and tear to maintain the nation flavor is entertaining and it functions!
Bespoke, Handmade Country Kitchens Kent
When you're about to undertake a kitchen renovation it is a good notion to investigate the most popular kitchen types flourishing in the contemporary style world. Open shelving on the decrease cabinets displays the glassware and small decorative china bowls. The cupboards are usually pale blue or salmon pink, this operates genuinely properly to set off the colour of the walls. Our numerous years of crafting quality classic kitchens allows us to create entirely exclusive kitchens to meet your exact requirements.
New and old play good in this kitchen Mismatched cabinet knobs and pulls bought at a salvage retailer add a fresh element to retailer-purchased cabinets Poured-in-location concrete countertops and an island made from a refurbished farmhouse table add to the country appeal. As an alternative of searching for the conventional maple or oak cabinets, consider painted white cabinets. When it comes to accessories you will be in a position to find a lot that fits with the French nation style.
Actual stone tiles, like terracotta, travertine or slate, will develop an immediate nation feel – but they can be expensive, beginning at about £15 per square metre. When choosing a floor for your country kitchen you may possibly want to contemplate difficult wood. Also make confident that you use some dried lavender in your kitchen, as no authentic French nation kitchen would be without some dried lavender!
Intricate trim details at the top of the cabinets give them a built-in effect, and the hooked rug is an additional nod to the style. To even make the room beautifully rustic, use country curtains that complement rustic design and style of the nation kitchen lightings. Glass-faced cabinets on either side of the major cooking region display glassware and china.
We hope these nation kitchen tips will inspire you to create a cozy space your entire family will adore. You can inject just as considerably personality into your nation kitchen design and style as you can into the rest of your residence, regardless of whether you choose Shaker-style chic, sleek, modern units, cosy, nation patterns, industrial-style concrete work surfaces or a quirky retro country kitchen, full with vintage plates and teacups.


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Bespoke double-height baby shower cake
We love this beautiful baby shower cake we did for Carlina, last weekend. This double height cake is built from eight layers of decadent salted caramel sponge and buttercream, topped with a frosty blue white chocolate drip and piled with colourful meringue kisses – what a way to celebrate a new arrival!
Cupcake catch-up
I've been an even busier monkey than usual recently, what with all the Valentine's sprinkles to source and so on, so here's a quick round-up of some of my favourite orders over the last few days…
And here's a box of big and mini cupcakes we did for Andy. You know, after such a long time in the cupcake game I can tell a whole lot about a person just from looking at their order. I believe that Andy, for example, is 40 years old, and a big Spurs fan. Don't ask me how I do it – it's just a gift I have. Anywho, on with the cupcakes…
Here are some cupcakes we did for Gemma's baby shower – it's a boy!(there's my cupcake sixth sense kicking in again).
Here's a chocolate and lime-coloured box of minis for Judy
And here's another couple of boxes of minis for Kim and Ju.
…And last but by no means least, here's a box of emo-themed big cupcakes for Poppy's birthday.
I think that'll do for now – my fingers are starting to get tired and there's sprinkles to sort out for tomorrow. See you soon folks!


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Karen GressSeniors Centre CoordinatorPhone: (519) 268-7334 ext 708
How To Join - Memberships and Renewals Please note that members must be age 50 or over. The membership fee is $22.00 (includes GST) per person. Membership renewal is every January. If you would like to become a member, please drop by anytime Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We look forward to meeting you.The Lions Senior Centre is located at 2066 Dorchester Rd and is attached to the Community Centre and Arena Complex.
May & June 2017 News & Views
Senior Centre NewsLions Senior CentreKaren Gress
Well folks, it looks like the nice weather is here to stay. There have been so many pretty days. The flowers, trees and grass look so beautiful this time of year.
Get your scissors out and come by the Centre to participate in the craft workshop on June 7 at 9 a.m. We'll be making table favours for the hot meal and enjoying a pot of coffee and a chat.
The next foot care clinic will take place on June 13 from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. To make your appointment, call Nan at 519-686-0971. Take good care of your toes!
Celebrate summer by joining us for BBQ ribs on a bun, salads, potato chips and strawberry desserts. The fun will start at 12 noon on June 14 in the arena auditorium. Purchase or reserve your tickets as soon as possible.
The topic for the upcoming Snacks & Facts is "Fire Safety & Prevention for Seniors" on June 20 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Fire safety is important at every age, including in our senior years. Leaning the fire risks and how to deal with them can help save the life of yourself and your loved ones. Join Randy Kalan, DPA, DBA, CMM III, local Fire Chief, to learn about the different aspects of fire prevention and safety as a senior. Learn about how to keep you and your home safe and what to do in a fire emergency. To register for this free seminar call the VON at 519-268-7028.
Beat the heat, take a break from yard work and come see a movie! On June 21 (first day of summer) at 2 p.m. the feature presentation is "La La Land". Movie overview: A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. Stars: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Rosemarie DeWitt. Popcorn, cold drinks and treats are included with the price of admission. See you at the picture show!
There are only 5 seats left on the bus trip to see "The Full Mounty" at the Lighthouse Theatre in Port Dover on June 28. The bus departs from the Centre at 9:15 a.m. About the show: Gordon is a retired Mountie who just can't seem to shake his past. While minding his own business as a performer in Vegas, he gets drawn into a world of espionage and cover-ups. With the odds against him, he is forced to embark on a mission that pulls him back home to save his beloved country from an evil mastermind. If you'd like to sign up for this fun filled trip call or email the Centre. We have many other day trips including "Niagara Belle Luncheon Cruise – July 19, "Niagara Peninsula & Winery Tour" – September 7, "Mariposa Cruise & Haunted Toronto Tour" – September 20, "Oktoberfest" at the Showplace Dinner Theatre – October 18.
The art adventures trips begin soon and are as follows: Museum London & London Clay Art Studio – June 30, Port Stanley Portside Gallery & Port Stanley Art Emporium – July 7, Ingersoll Creative Arts Centre – July 19, Sparta Winter Wheat & Sparta Artists Collective – July 28, St. Thomas Elgin Public Art Centre & Quai Du Vin Estate Winery – August 11. All of these art trips depart from the Centre at 1 p.m. and return to the Centre by 4:30 p.m. Call or email the Centre to register for these free excursions.
Do you like to play cards? There's a bid euchre tournament on June 30 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. A delicious lunch is included with the price of admission. Cash prizes to be won. Pop by before 10 a.m. to enjoy a coffee and a Tim Bit. For more information call Eileen Tupholme at 519-425-2111.
In community bid euchre on May 25 the winners were as follows: Mary Anderson & Glen Smith. On June 1 the winners were Marilyn Reed and Martin VanBommel.
Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who worked hard to make the garage sale a success!
Thank you to the art committee for putting on a fabulous art studio open house!
Thank you to Angelo & Kathryn Suffoletta, Karen Graat and Penny Wearne for putting on an exciting and tantalizing Creative Age Festival on May 30. Festival Italia was wonderful!
See you at the Centre!
Community Centre - Programs and Activities
Craft Group (Craft and Chat)
This class is held when scheduled from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Participants of this class will make decorations or party favours for the centre events i.e. Hot Meals, Socials etc. Instructor: Karen Gress. For Info: call (519) 268-2025.Acrylic Painting LessonsThis New, Exciting Program will be instructed by artist Susan Graham. These 6 classes will cover different techniques & ways of using acrylic paints with various subject matter. Sometimes you'll paint on paper, other times on canvas and you'll also learn about pencil drawing/sketching. Dates: September 9th & 23rd, October 21st, November 11th & 25th and December 9th. For more information call (519) 268-2025
Hot Meals
Join the group for a delicious hot lunch the second Wednesday of every month (unless listed otherwise) at 12 noon in the Arena Auditorium. It's only $12.00 - $15.00 for a full course meal including dessert & tea/coffee and entertainment. Call 519-268-2025 for more information. Purchase tickets as soon as possible by dropping by the Centre or reserve your tickets by calling (519) 268-2025 or email
Special Event Luncheons
Luncheons are held on certain Wednesdays at 12 noon in the Dorchester Arena Auditorium and everyone enjoys an excellent meal, along with great fun. The cost is $12.00 per person. Please contact the Centre for more details. Please purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
Pole Walking
Walk your way to fitness every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the arena walking track. The cost is pay-as-you-go $2.00 for members & $4.00 for non-members.What is Urban Poling? Urban Poling is a sport that combines the aerobic and strength building benefits of cross-country skiing with walking. This class is held in the Dorchester arena auditorium (walking track) or outside weather permitting. Urban Pole Walking is a full body, cardio-muscular exercise. Benefits include: 20-40% higher caloric expenditure for weight loss, 25% increased cardiovascular workout, highly effective for core muscle strengthening, reduced impact on knee/hip joints and increased stability & balance.Bike Riding GroupJoin the gang on Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. for an hour of cruising around town. This is activity is weather permitting and runs from approximately mid April until mid October. We take different routes each week, gradually adding hills. This is a fun, scenic way to get exercise and lots of fresh air. Free for members. A bike helmet is reccommended and it's a good idea to wear comfortable, brightly coloured clothing and make sure to bring a water bottle. Call 519-268-2025.
Computer Lessons
Beginner and intermediate computer lessons are available for Windows 10 & MacBook. These classes include instruction on general use of the computer, internet, email etc. Also available are iPad classes. Lessons are held Tuesdays - Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. The cost is $60.00 for members & $70.00 for non-members for a 6 week session (1 hours per class). Call 519-268-2025 for more information.
Digital Camera Lessons
Learn how to operate your digital camera, download your pictures, crop your photos, etc. Please bring your digital camera, a blank memory card & your USB cord to class with you. The cost is $60.00 for members & $70.00 for non-members for a 6 week session. You should have some computer knowledge before taking the camera course. Please call 519-268-2025 for details.
Thorndale Seniors Group
The Thorndale seniors meet the third Wednesday of every month at 2:30 p.m. at the Thorndale Library. These "Wonderful Wednesdays" feature a guest speaker or entertainment and delicious light refreshments. For more information call 519-461-1150.
Senior Choir
New voices are always welcome in this choir. If you enjoy singing come and join this fun group every Friday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. with Mary Kaiser as the leader/pianist.Croon-a-LongJoin sing-a-long leader Deb Cordi to sing some old time favourites including 50's, 60's, 70's tunes like Walkin' After Midnight, Memories Are Made of This, I Washed My Hands in Muddy Water, Darlin; Bye Bye Love, Come a Little Bit Closer. Lyrics will be handed out. Two Tuesdays every month. Free for members.Pickleball LessonsLearn the skills and rules of the game. Meet in the gym on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 noon. Free for members. There is a fee for non-members. Paddles and balls are provided during the lessons.
This fun and creative group meets every Monday from 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. It's only $2.00 for members and $4.00 for non-members. Go on exciting outings i.e. Shop & Hop. The first Monday of every month the group will be sewing bed pads for cancer patients. Join "The Ragged Edge Quilters" Guild. Call (519) 268-2025 for more information.
Come out for a morning of fun and friendship every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. It's $2.00 for members & $4.00 for non-members.
Knitting & Crocheting Lessons
This talented group get together to create beautiful items. If you need any direction the group will help you. This class is every Monday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. It's $2.00 for members & $4.00 for non-members.
Bid Euchre
Join us every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. for a fun evening of bid euchre. There is a lunch served and the evening will only cost you $3.00.
This class runs for 8 weeks on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. The cost is $50.00 for members and $60.00 for non-members. Pay-as-you-go is $8.00. Instructor: Krista Dolbear. Pilates is a method of exercise endorsed by physicians for almost a century. It has become one of today's most sought after workouts that helps strengthen and condition muscles, reduce and eliminate back ache, dramatically improves posture, flexibility and balance as well as getting you on your way to long, lean, toned muscles and a flat stomach. Call (519) 268-2025 for more information.DrumFitThis is a fast-paced, non-competitive fitness program that combines music, movement and drumming. We only have one rule: YOU MUST HAVE FUN! It is guaranteed to leave you smiling, inspired and wanting more! This program runs for 8 weeks at a cost of $40.00 for members & $50.00 for non-members. Drum sticks, balls and bases are all provided. Certified DrumFit instructor: Diana Dietrich. We encourage participants to sign up for the entire 8 week session.
Gentle Yoga
Join certified instructor, June Ross, on Mondays from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. as she leads you through a gentle, invigorating class that will increase your flexibility, build strength and create balance, while reducing stress. The class will end with a guided relaxation. This 8 week course is $30.00 for members and $40.00 for non-members or $4.00/$5.25 pay-as-you-go.
Tai Chi
This class takes place every Monday from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. with June Ross. Tai Chi is an ancient form of Chinese exercise using slow, rhythmic movements to help improve balance, breathing and help maintain a better range of motion. This 8 week course is $30.00 for members and $40.00 for non-members or $4.00/$5.25 pay-as-you-go. This class is also offered in Thorndale at the Library on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Clogging
Diana Dietrich will teach you the steps to some fun dances every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. The cost $40.00 for members & $50.00 for non-members for an 8 week session.Step N Out Aerobics ClassThis exercise program emphasizes: Balance, Breathing, Memory skills, Muscle coordination, Improved Circulation and Awareness of the mind, body, and spirit connection. It combines Dance, Tai Chi, Core strengthening and Low Impact Aerobics, in a way that gradually gets your body moving, the way it used to. Join instructor Bev Dukes every Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Arena Auditoirum. Pay-as-you-go $4.00 for members and $5.25 for non-members.
Boot Camp for BoomersThis is a dynamic program for seniors designed to maintain bone density, cardiovascular health, balance, coordination and weight management. Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. The cost is $40.00 members/$50.00 non-members for an 8 week session. Instructor: Shannon O'Halloran. Please register in advance for this course.
Line dancing
Every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. to learn fun, upbeat line dances. Beginners are welcome to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for some extra instruction on the steps. The cost is $15.00 members/$25.00 non-members for an 8 week session or pay-as-you-go $3.00 members/$5.00 non-members. It's great exercise.
Square dancing
This Instructional Community Dance Program is lead by caller Art Ferris and runs every Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The cost is $3.00 per person, pay as you go.
Carpet Bowling
Come out and learn this enjoyable sport. This game is similar to lawn bowling but it's indoors. Join the group every Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. It's $2.00 for members and $4.00 for non-members.
433 Euchre
Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.ShuffleboardJoin the group every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the arena. It's $2.00 for members and $4.00 for non-members. It's lots of fun! For more information call (519) 268-2025.Bus Trips
We run exciting monthly bus trips! Click the link below or call 519-268-2025 for more information.
Bus Trips for March-July 2017


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Wow, this week flew by! I've had this post on the back-burner since late last week but just haven't been able to get it out the door. I attended a webinar hosted by the Software Testing Club recently called How I Interview Testers that was given by Dan Ashby. It was excellent and you can view the webinar at the Dojo or view some of the questions Dan answered after the webinar (including one that I asked about interviewing testers completely new to the profession – yay!). (As a sidenote, the Ministry of Testing is pretty awesome and I love the different things they have going on – someday I hope to attend a TestBash, probably Philadelphia because it is on "this side of the pond", but one in Manchester or Brighton would be even more cool).
Back to Dan's webinar. He posted a mind map (see the image at the top of this article – credit is all his – check out the links above for more info on the webinar) that showed how his interviews tended to flow and the types of topics that he would ask a candidate about,as well as how he grouped them together. It looks like a great guide for interviewing testers, but I think it could also help guide a tester in identifying different topics to learn about and incorporate into their own testing efforts.
The map just resonated with me as a great place to start talking about testing. As a result I decided to use it for a series of blog posts to kick things off here at Technophile Tester and it give me an opportunity to share my thinking about those topics (and have my thoughts challenged and refined so I can improve them 🙂 ). Some of Dan's sections obviously allow for some deeper exploration and more blog posts than others, but I'm looking forward to diving into discussing testing. So please consider this post as the table of contents to my first blog series (ever) – What Do You Know About Software Testing? (WDYKAST). Please see the category link to the right to get a current list of the posts in the series.


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has a guy ever left you to be with his ex girlfriend even when he was lying to you about who she really was to him? I lived with him for a year and a half. he bad mouthed about his ex always to me. he even gave me a ring even though its fake for engagement. apparently the girl knew the ring was not for engagement like he told me. he answered the phone always in front of me when she calls him and late in the conversations he had with her he mentioned the ring. I asked for a kiss he ducked the conversation and asked me how I like my ring. the girl already knew about the ring and what it was for. he faked this whole thing
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Oh my :/ I'm sorry that happened to you. I've never had a guy who left me for his ex but there was a guy who said he was interested in me and wanted to date me and all that but he still had feelings for his ex though.00|00|0
smh I learned how you can't compete with an ex
No but I'm sure that seems really strange to you lol? Like what kind of person would go through all the trouble of faking a relationship with you? And the "EX" knows and is OK with it? What the.. They seem obsessed with you or something, idk.. Just forget about the losers and move on. Wow, who does that lol?00|00|0
this has been going on through our whole relationship. ex drama. he refuse to get rid of his ex. apparently he lied about everything about his ex girlfriend. she knew more stuff than I did. the ring was fake and engagement was also. she knew that while he had me thinking he wanted to marry me. she knew more stuff than I did. she knew I was there. he also gave her some of my money
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Consider him having done one good thing for you then, by leaving.. he saved you the trouble of breaking up with him.
It's for the best, it really is.. I'm sorry you were treated this way, no one deserves that. Hope you find better in the future, girly!
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Monthly Archives: September 2016
International Academy of Wood Science (IAWS) Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Paris, France
IAWS celebrated its 50th anniversary in the city where the Academy was founded in 1966; Paris, France from June 1 to 6, 2016. Over 70 attendees from 20 countries were treated to an excellent conference with the theme: 'Wood Science for the Future,' held in the historic rooms of the French Academy of Agriculture in central Paris near the Seine River. Thirty technical talks were presented related to the theme of the conference. SWST has had several of its members elected to the Academy since its inception and three of us participated in the celebration.
SWST was represented by Salim Hiziroglu, myself, and Barry Goodell with wife, Jody Jellison.
Gerd Wegener from the Technical University of Munich was honored with the Academy Lecture for his outstanding achievements in wood science and his long-year support of the Academy, e.g. as the editor-in-chief of our journal 'Wood Science and Technology ' from 1996-2013.' His Leture' 1966-2016: Science and Use of Wood in a Changing World' focused on the increasing global role of forests and wood utilization for a future post-fossil society. Another highlight of the conference was the presentation by Michaela Zauner who won the 2015 IAWS PhD Award for an outstanding thesis/dissertation research at the PhD level from ETH in Zürich, Switzerland. Her topic was 'In-situ Synchrotron-Based Tomographic Microscopy of Uniaxial Loaded Wood: In-situ Testing Device, Procedures and Experimental Investigations.'
Group photo of conference participants in the lecture hall of the building of the French Academy of Agriculture
Following the technical program, 18 of us went on a 3-day tour, which included the historic city of Reims, champagne tasting near Epernay, teaching and research activities in wood engineering at ENSTIB (Advanced National School of Technology and Wood Industries). On the final day INRA (French National Institute for Agricultural Research) in Nancy-Champenoux presented to the group its various research activities in the field of forestry and wood.
Howard Rosen
IAWS Treasurer
Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialist
Technical Services Manager, Wood Protection
Technical Services Manager, Wood Protection
Evaluates and executes technical service and product development projects in area of wood protection for internal and external customers. Conducts applied research to produce new commercial products and new end uses of experimental and existing products. Evaluates customer projects and provides solutions.
Accountable for leading the wood protection testing as well as the evaluation of various products to ensure compatibility with existing and new product applications. Maintains contact with customers' scientific community in order to resolve inquiries in a cost effective and timely manner. Reports progress of research work and significance of the results to management.
Director, Wood Protection
Science & Technology, Marketing, Sales, and Operations
Florham Park, NJ
- Completion of projects on a timely basis
- Timely and accurate solution of customer issues
- Quantity and quality of new products developed
- Quantity and quality of technical service projects that are completed that lead to product approvals
Research Lab, Drier Lab, Science & Technology, and IT
- Lead the testing and evaluations of existing and potential product applications in order to satisfy customer requests in a timely manner. Provide technical guidance to sales personnel so that customer applications can be better understood.
- Conduct various competitive product comparisons and evaluations so that the marketing function can promote existing and/or new product applications in order to secure a competitive advantage.
- Maintain communication as technical liaison with customers and potential customers so that product applications can be fully realized.
- Based on applied research, establish or modify existing or new testing standards and methods so that customer applications testing can be conducted in a more profitable manner.
- Lead and oversee the publication of accurate testing and evaluation of customer applications.
- Keep abreast of scientific developments in order to provide the company with the best knowledge and information necessary to maintain the company's competitive position.
- Develop data for use in the preparation of marketing literature for the introduction and promotion of new or revised products.
- Prepare summary tables with experimental results of experiments as well as monthly and other periodic reports on the results of all lab work being conducted
- Develop formulas, processes, techniques, and methods for solutions to technical problems affecting marketability of various products.
- Evaluate and select laboratory equipment in a cost effective manner that continues to satisfy customer requirements.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensures that materials and equipment required are available. Ensures lab is stocked with adequate inventory of needed materials so no project is delayed due to lack of material or equipment.
- Confer with scientific and engineering communities regarding research of solutions to problems and prepares technical and laboratory reports for management review and evaluation.
- Collaborate with other Troy scientists to execute multidisciplinary projects leading to new or improved products and processes.
- Keep abreast of scientific and competitive information in order maintain state-of-the–art knowledge.
- Perform other duties and special projects upon request.
Master's of Science in Forest Products/Wood Science or equivalent or Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Products/ Wood Science, along with minimum two years' experience within the Wood Preservation or allied industry. Knowledge of laboratory and production equipment and laboratory skills required.
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Works under general management direction. Takes independent action and receives limited guidance on technical or professional aspects of job duties.
Wood Composites Technologist
TITLE: Wood Composites Technologist
DATE: September 2016
DEPT: Advanced Structures and Composites Center
REPORTS TO: Sr. Laboratory Operations Manager, Wood Composites Manager
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to conduct and manage the many wood-related projects in thelaboratory. To identify industrial partners in the composites industry, to develop proposals for federal,state and industry-funded R&D and demonstration programs in cooperation with industry partners, andto manage industry-cooperative R&D programs.
Background: Established by the National Science Foundation in 1996, the Advanced Structures andComposites Center is a recognized leader in the development of advanced materials in structural, civil infrastructure, offshore wind, defense, and boatbuilding applications. The Center is housed in a world-leading 100,000 ft 2 laboratory and typically employs 150-200 faculty, staff and students. The Center regularly conducts 100-200 active research projects at any point in time and has received numerous national awards of excellence for its research and development activities including from the AmericanComposites Manufacturing Association, SAMPE, SNAME, the American Society of Civil Engineers, theAmerican Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials and the Federal Highway Administration.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable pool of applicants has been received. To view a full job description and to apply for this position go to: https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=36429&job=wood- composites-technologist and provide the following information:
Cover Letter
The contact information of three (3) references
Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills and experience of the successful candidate. This position is contingent upon funding and successful performance. Evaluation will take place in the initial six months of employment and annually thereafter in accordance with the UMPSA agreement.
The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All UMS employees are required to comply with applicable policies and procedures, as well as to complete applicable workplace related screenings,


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Urban Native Youth Association
Training the Leaders of Tomorrow
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F/T Program Manager for our Ravens Lodge Program
UNYA has 1 full time position available for a Program Manager for our Ravens Lodge Program. Ravens Lodge is a 5 bed home for female Indigenous youth in the care of Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society (VACFSS). The youth are between the ages of 12-18, and are not able to live with family. Ravens Lodge follows UNYA's Philosophy of Care in every interaction with the youth, and uses Culture as Therapy to help increase stability, continuity, and a sense of belonging for these youth by creating a culturally focused family environment. We understand that each youth is different, and aim to meet all of our youth's needs, spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical, in a way that celebrates these differences.
The Ravens Lodge Manager is responsible for providing leadership in the ongoing refinement, delivery and administration of a high-quality, culturally relevant and responsive program which address the needs of Native youth.
The Program Manager will maintain a regular schedule Monday – Friday to be determined at time of hire. Start times will vary to ensure that the Manager is meeting with all shifts on a regular basis.
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UNYA accepts complete applications for advertised positions, only. You must state clearly on your cover letter which position you are applying for. All applications must be sent in electronic form, to the email address specified on the posting.
Hard copies and unsolicited applications/resumes will not be reviewed, but immediately destroyed.
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Tips That Will Help You Enjoy Your Pregnancy
Are you considering pregnancy? Perhaps you are pregnant now? Either way, this piece is going to provide you with advice to help you deal with pregnancy. No pregnancy is exactly the same as another, even with the same woman. So, be sure to study the information in this article very carefully.
In order to avoid having trouble falling to sleep while you are pregnant, establish a nightly routine to prepare for bedtime. Have a routine that is consistent at night so your body will be better equipped to sleep well. Relaxing things, such as a book, a warm bath or a massage, can be very conducive to sleep.
Keep track of your cycles while you're trying to conceive. You can use what you know about your cycle to choose the days with the highest chance to conceive to try for that baby. It can also help to pinpoint the time you became pregnant, giving you a due date that's more accurate.
Visit full-service fuel stations during your pregnancy or see if someone else can pump your gas for you. Gas fumes are not good for you or your baby. Do not take any risks and ask someone for help.
Remove any potentially harmful chemicals from your home. Cleaning solutions are a huge problem, so try to use natural brands when possible. Once you have had the baby, make sure these chemicals are not in your home to ensure they don't cause any harm.
Those who are pregnant should be careful in the sun. Pregnancy makes a woman's skin more sensitive because of hormonal changes. So a woman is more prone to sunburn, which is a major risk factor for the development of skin cancer.
Bland and low tasting food, such as crackers, are an ideal foodstuff to eat during the day while pregnant. Keep bland foods on your stomach will help ease the feeling of nausea. Also, remember to avoid eating greasy, high acid foods. These foods will cause heartburn and increased nausea.
Consider getting a flu shot while you are pregnant. When you're dealing with pregnancy, you have a weaker immune system, which may make it easier for you to get sick. Both you and the baby are in harm's way if you get the flu.
Leg Cramps
Stretch out your legs to avoid leg cramps. Leg cramps are common. Stretching can help to prevent this uncomfortable situation by relaxing the muscles.
Say no to other people that insist you eat more. Although you should eat more while pregnant, remember there are limits! There is nothing wrong with kindly declining an offer of food.
Although skin is naturally elastic, even the most supple skin is limited in the amount that it can stretch. When the belly grows, it may itch, which is perfectly normal. To soothe the itching, try to avoid hot showers and baths. Hot water is not good for the natural oils on your skin which are needed to keep it healthy. Use a heavy option like petroleum jelly or cocoa butter for your moisturizer. Remember to wear comfortable, loosely fitting apparel, and stop scratching!
It's a good idea to have an HIV test at the beginning of your pregnancy. If a doctor is aware that a woman has HIV, the doctor can help ensure that the infant does not contract the disease. You will also be able to treat your own condition and ensure you're around for the greatest portion of your child's life that's possible.
Pregnancy can change your body greatly, so you should take some photographs. Once your baby is born, your pregnancy will soon be forgotten, so it's worth having pictures as a reminder of those nine glorious months.
Go to a childbirth class if you've never had a child before. These classes are great for learning what you should expect during and after pregnancy and birth. Most childbirth classes also allow you to tour the hospital's maternity wing, which will make you more comfortable when the big day comes.
When you go out in the sun, slather on the sunscreen. The sun will increase melanin production and can leave your skin with "pregnancy mask". This takes the form of facial redness, but is something you really can prevent from occurring.
Take your iron pills and keep eating iron rich foods during your pregnancy. You are not only providing iron for your own body, but your baby's as well, so you'll need to consume up to 50 percent more iron. Iron is used to make hemoglobin which carries oxygen through your body. You will need even more during your second and third trimesters.
Pay close attention to your iron intake during your pregnancy. Low levels of iron can make pregnant women suffer from severe fatigue and can make the unborn baby have a low birth weight. Eating iron-rich foods as well as taking prenatal vitamins can help to ensure that you get the proper amount of iron throughout your pregnancy.
Morning Sickness
Morning sickness is a common woe of pregnant women. If morning sickness is giving your problems, there are a number of tactics for helping alleviate or minimize the symptoms. Try eating multiple mini meals throughout the day, don't let yourself get too hungry, eat often and consume small portions. Always make sure you are properly hydrated. Your prenatal vitamins should always be consumed with a meal. You should stay away from certain foods that do not make you feel good. Always make sure you get adequate rest because exhaustion can make you feel even worse.
It is easy to see that there is a lot of information available for pregnant women. While you might not have all of these issues, you might have them later on. It's vital that you enjoy all of your pregnancy, so learn all you can about the experience.


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Two and a half months after a federal jury concluded that Google's Android operating system does not infringe Oracle-owned copyrights because its re-implementation of 37 Java APIs is protected by "fair use," Oracle's attorney says her client missed a crucial detail in the trial, adding that this detail could change everything. ArsTechnica reports: Oracle lawyers argued in federal court today that their copyright trial loss against Google should be thrown out because they were denied key evidence in discovery. Oracle attorney Annette Hurst said that the launch of Google Play on Chrome OS, which happened in the middle of the trial, showed that Google was trying to break into the market for Java SE on desktops. In her view, that move dramatically changes the amount of market harm that Oracle experienced, and the evidence should have been shared with the jury. "This is a game-changer," Hurst told U.S. District Judge William Alsup, who oversaw the trial. "The whole foundation for their case is gone. [Android] isn't 'transformative'; it's on desktops and laptops." Google argued that its use of Java APIs was "fair use" for several reasons, including the fact that Android, which was built for smartphones, didn't compete with Java SE, which is used on desktops and laptops. During the post-trial hearing today, Hurst argued that it's clear that Google intends to use Android smartphones as a "leading wedge" and has plans to "suck in the entire Java SE market. […] Android is doing this using Java code," said Hurst. "That's outrageous, under copyright law. This verdict is tainted by the jury's inability to hear this evidence. Viewing the smartphone in isolation is a Google-gerrymandered story."In the meanwhile, Google attorney said Oracle was aware of Google's intentions of porting Android to laptops and desktops, and that if Oracle wanted to use this piece of information, it could have.
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Every Friday, Lisa-Jo Baker, founder of "Five Minute Friday," broadcasts a writing prompt, challenging writers to writer for five minutes only. In her words, "It's not a perfect post, not a profound post, just five minutes of focused writing. "
This is a great writing exercise even if you're not blogging your treasures (memories). Your spontaneous thoughts on a given subject can reveal your personality, daily life, beliefs, etc. If you are blogging, I encourage you to join in! If you want to connect on Twitter, use the hashtag #FiveMinuteFriday.
Today's prompt: AFTER
Today's post provides evidence of what happens when you try to write about a serious topic without turning off the TV.
We think of "after" as in "before and after." In HGTV terms, the "before" is cramped, out-moded, and undesirable. The "after" is a dream home.
And so it is with our theology—maybe. "After" is when the pain, loss, and limitations are removed, when we're renewed spiritually and re-united with our Lord. It's what makes the before worthwhile.
If it's all about the "after," what's the point of the "before"? Are we just biding time? Is it all about preparing for that minute after death when we stand before God shaking in our metaphysical boots—our judgment day?
Is our "before" our taste of our "after"? Is our life journey what prepares us for our after-life?
On the other hand, is "before" what "after" is all about?
Explanation: At my uncles' burial service earlier this week, the pastor did not offer any words of comfort to my aunt or speak about my uncles' life, the number of people who were touched by him, or the deep sense of loss we felt. Instead his message was, in a nutshell, "Jack already faced his Maker. Are you ready?" To me, Jack's 89 years of life on this earth marked much, much more than for the preparation of Judgement Day.
(c) Laura Hedgecock 2013
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6 Responses to "After"
Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. Oh, how we need to celebrate the before so we can celebrate the after. Thanks for sharing sweet sista!
Laura. I really enjoyed your post, "After." I always say we are here to learn to love Him, and be obedient and willing vessels for who Christ wants and needs us to be. Eternity with Him is our reward and there is none greater.
Enjoy your weekend:).
I think you're right in thinking this life is about more than JUST killing time before we go on to be with God.
This is a conversation my husband and I have been having a lot lately, wondering if we (as Christians) might be more at work in Christ's redemptive process if we saw this life/world/others as something important in and of itself.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts (and for visiting my blog recently).
I can't get over how great the Five Minute Friday community is. 🙂