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This past Saturday night while I was working with the very lovely guests supporting the New Hampshire SPCA, a hacker broke into my website. Some of you alerted me via email and Facebook. I never saw the posts because I was working. Until one of my team members called me on Sunday morning, I was blissfully unaware. When I went to the site, I certainly wasn't happy. But I also didn't melt into a pile of tears. I recalled a story about a magician who was headed to Las Vegas for a national ... Read On >
Getting items for charity auctions can be easier. Just listen.
A couple of years ago I was on a Webinar advocating year-round auction procurement. The best gala chairs I know always have their "ear to the ground" when it comes to getting items for their auction. Here's a recent example. Last week I was in Pennsylvania meeting with a few clients. Over dinner with one group, the two co-chairs and I talked about their upcoming auction and specifically, their items. They felt they needed just a couple more items for their live auction to feel finished. As we ... Read On >
VIDEO: The Easy Way to Schedule Your Benefit Auction Committee Meeting
Planning an auction takes a lot of time, but it's nothing compared to the hours you'll put in trying to schedule women to attend your next committee meeting. Ever notice how tricky it is to get on everyone's schedule? Not anymore. Here's a free tool most planners haven't heard of. It's one of my best benefit auction secrets when it comes to the subject of time management. Watch the video below. ... Read On >
PODCAST: How to run your benefit auction committee meetings
Happy Valentine's Day!Want to show some love to your volunteers? Those team members sitting on your benefit auction committees would love it if you respected their time. Here are seven tips for running meetings that people WANT to attend.Listen to the podcast below. ... Read On >
How to run your benefit auction committee meetings
Happy Valentine's Day! Want to show love to your volunteers? Those team members sitting on your benefit auction committees would love it if you respected their time! To that end, here are some tips to keep your meetings running smoothly. Before the meeting ... 1. Ask each committee chair for a time estimate of her remarks. Ask how long she'll need to update the group on her respective responsibilities, whether that's invitations, sponsorships, or baskets. Depending on where you are in ... Read On >


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Welcome to my web site. This site is dedicated to my hobby of building models of, and collecting antique engines.
This site is a work in progress. When complete, I hope to:
Please feel free to contact me with questions and coments. I hope you enjoy my site.
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North Carolina
Emma Bozek, UNC field hockey celebrate a moment a long time coming
It had been a long time since Emma Bozek last scored a goal.
Bozek, a fifth-year senior midfielder on the North Carolina field hockey team (4-1, 1-0 ACC), had scored 27 career goals leading into this past weekend. But the last one she scored, before Saturday, was against Syracuse in the 2014 Final Four — one of her team-leading 16 that season.
The Tar Heels lost that game 3-2. Bozek wasn't on the field a year later when UNC again lost to Syracuse 4-2 in the national championship game. Surgery for a sequestered lung kept her on the sidelines as a volunteer coach, where she could only watch as her team fell short again in its pursuit of a title.
"I knew as soon as I went into the hospital that I was coming back and playing," Bozek said. "It was just a matter of when."
When she was younger, Bozek struggled with respiratory issues and illness. As she picked up sports, those troubles gradually began to fade away, but in summer 2015, she was out with teammates and her sister when she began having trouble breathing. A trip to the emergency room revealed she had a sequestered lung, a congenital defect where part of the lung doesn't receive blood flow and doesn't work with the rest of the organ. An infection had formed and Bozek needed surgery.
She spent the rest of the summer in and out of the hospital, partially because of complications from a collapsed lung she suffered a few weeks after the surgery. Over the next year, she worked to regain her conditioning, working back to the elite level she had attained even with her condition.
Her first goal since that 2014 semifinal, a penalty stroke against No. 7 Wake Forest in a 4-1 win on Saturday, meant a little bit more than the others. She slapped the ball into the left corner of the goal and was mobbed by her teammates.
"She's obviously very resilient, and you like that in any young woman to have the ability to go through some incredible hardship and to respond with determination and discipline and the gutsiness to fight her way back," UNC coach Karen Shelton said. "I didn't have any doubt that she'd make it back, just knowing her."
Bozek also fired another shot on goal that resulted in a goal for teammate Catherine Hayden. Shelton said the game against Wake Forest was only a sign of more great things to come from Bozek.
"She's been playing so well, and bless her heart, nobody works harder," Shelton said. "She's going to get field goals too as the season goes on."
Bozek was one of four Tar Heels to score against Wake Forest. And so far this season, 10 different players have scored UNC's 16 goals.
"That's the way we're going to be," Shelton said. "We don't have the one go-to scorer like we did last year with Nina (Notman, who scored 14 goals in 2015).
"I think this is going to be a team that piecemeals the games and the wins together."
How much winning this team can do is the question. The Tar Heels have been in the Final Four every year since 2009, but only have one championship — a 3-2 win over Princeton in 2012.
This season, they're in the mix again, ranked as the best team in the nation to open the season. Bozek was a freshman on that 2012 team, and now she'll return for a final season – her first back from her illness.
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When have you last time you've been shopping for new clothes?Your wardrobe is probably dated if you have not added anything to it lately.
Spend the majority of your fashion money on basics. Try to get pieces that work together and have a nice effect. You can easily update a simple black pencil skirt for years and still be fierce.
A great looking purse can complement your outfit, but always make sure it matches your other bags too. Avoid carrying more than two bags at a time.
Don't buy clothes just because of a great price.If it does not flatter you, it's not worth it no matter how great a deal it is. It will simply gather dust on a hanger and end up space in your closet.
Sheer clothes can add a lot of sex appeal to your look, but it is important that it is not too sheer. Something that is very sheer can cause you appear tawdry.
One helpful piece of fashion advice is to make sure you're always look for changes in style. They are likely going to showcase the new trends in style first.
If your hair tends to frizz out of control, do not rub your hair with a towel when you finish washing it. This will damage the quality of your hair due to the roughness. You should hold it inside a towel and press on it to get moisture off.When you're happy with the results, unwrap your hair and comb.
Don't thrust your mascara wand. It will only trap air within the mascara bottle. This action could increase the chance of bacteria. Move your brush with the container as a safer alternative.
It simply is not true that you cannot wear white garments must be put away after Labor Day. You can wear clothes in any time; don't let a date stop you from wearing the color. If you look fabulous in white, don't be afraid to wear it when you wish. No one in this day and age is going to say anything to you about it.
They are a top choice for many women because they make them look taller and slimmer. When you buy wedged heels, make sure they aren't too thick, as that could present a challenge when trying to walk around in them!
Use a lip liner and blend the edges with a sponge applicator to get fuller lips.Use gloss after you do this to bring out the liner to seal it in place. Use an extra dab of gloss in the top lip and you will achieve a popular pouty look. You can add a highlight to lips by increasing the shade of your lips. Put just a small dab of it on the middle of your lips.
A great touch is making sure that their belt matches your shoes. This gives you a classic look that will help you rise in the fashion world.
Don't let the remarks of others get you down about your wardrobe. Everyone need not look like a celebrity on the way they dress.
You should always be open to experimentation when it comes to how you dress. You won't know what works for you until you try many things. You may be able to come up with a unique look by wearing unique pieces.
One great way to help your fashion tip is to get rid of old clothes that you no longer wear. You will make getting dressed in your closet and help people that are less fortunate as well.
One good fashion idea is to try on an item that you would ordinarily wear. This could introduce you to incorporate something new into your fashion arsenal. It is a fantastic way for adding variety to your fashion wardrobe.
Just use it cautiously or you don't mix any of your favorite clothes.
Stay away from crew neck and boat necks if you're buxom. Try for a v-neck instead.A v-neck will help to improve your frame and appearance. Try your own experiments and you look better in a v-neck than in a regular t-shirt.
Know your own body and find the styles that work for you. Is your shape like a rectangle, pear, hourglass or perhaps a combination of two shapes? Your body shape will help to construct the particular style that works best for you.
Aren't these ideas great? Does it look like you could make new outfits for yourself now? Hopefully, since that's what these tips are for! By using this advice, you can stay fresh and fashionable.


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Twitter Giveaway: Win Tickets to 'Avengers: Age of Ultron'
VENICE, CA – If you've ever wondered what it would be like to wake up with Harriet Sugarcookie, you're about to find out.
Harriet has a new hardcore video on her site that exemplifies just what it's like to get up in the morning with her – and it's wonderful! Harriet comes into the bedroom bearing breakfast and wearing nothing but a guy's white shirt. Drink that tea quick because you're going to need the energy!
She is quite a server and the food isn't the highlight once the blowjob comes and the sex begins. It's the real English Breakfast and nothing could be more delicious than Harriet and tea.
"I always wake up horny, which is something that my lovers have always enjoyed," she said. "What better way to start your day than having your girl bring your breakfast in bed and giving you sex? I don't know anyone who wouldn't love that!"
Harriet has been talking non-stop about the new Avengers: Age of Ultron movie on Den of Geek forums and she's so excited that she's giving a way a pair of tickets. Follow her for an entry ticket and retweet the competition message …read more


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Information Technology (IT)
Information Technology Department
The Information Technology Department provides information technology and related services to diocesan departments and customers in order to facilitate the mission of the Diocese and to support the greater Catholic Community of Idaho.
The IT Department provides services to both the central administrative employees of the diocese as well as to various schools, parishes and other ministries across the diocese. The IT Department handles local and remote network design implementation and administration, centralized hardware and software procurement and implementation, and desktop support for end users. The IT Department installs user software and enables that software on customer computers and networks. The IT Department can also procure training for user level software and applications from local commercial training organizations upon request.
Director of Information Technology
Bart Hill
Phone: 208-342-1311
Information Technology Specialist
Tom Simmons
Phone: 208-342-1311
Information Technology Specialist
Sasha Ivanovic
Phone: 208-342-1311
The IT department provides information technology support for the Diocese of Boise's pastoral center staff, various schools, parishes and others across the Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise. If you are a parish, school, student center or other Catholic organization in the State of Idaho please feel free to call us at 208-342-1311 or email the IT Director at email@example.com with your information technology questions.


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If Freedom Force vs. the Third Reich teaches us anything, it's that, if they're not careful, heroes can become a casualty of their own success. I mean, once you defeat evil, what's the point of being a hero anymore? That's the unfortunate consequence facing the Freedom Force gang since the end of the first game. Through Man Bot's sacrifice, the team has managed to completely eliminate the threats to Patriot City. Now, having no villains to beat on, they wind up wondering what their new purpose is.
Everything changes one night when Alche-Miss has a strange dream. Her Dali-esque dreamworld serves as the setting for the first adventure in the sequel. She awakens to find Minute Man talking with his government contact. It seems that Nuclear Winter has returned and taken the Time Master with him to Cuba. Sensing a resurgence of their raison d'etre, the team heads to Cuba at the bidding of the government agent to find out just what Nuclear Winter and Time Master are up to.
On reaching Cuba, the team discovers that Nuclear Winter is using the Time Master's powers to nab the nuclear missiles from the Cuban Missile Crisis just a few years before. The Freedom Force, now officially back in action, puts a stop to their plans and turns Time Master over to Minute Man's government contact before heading back to Patriot City.
And that's where things get interesting. The team finds that history has been turned completely upside down.their beloved Patriot City is now known as Port Blitzkrieg and inhabited by a number of Nazi supermen. Seems that since they left Cuba the Nazis have somehow won World War 2. Now it's up to the Freedom Force to travel back in time and set things right.
There are 25 to 30 new characters in this game and six brand new heroes, three from the golden age and three from the silver age. The British hero Blackjack, the guy with the black mask, is a gadgeteer, capable of laying snares and decoys and laying enemies low with his acid-laced playing cards. Green Jeanie, the lady on the pink carpet, is a classic mischief maker in the style of the Fantastic Four's Mr. Impossible. She can throw out green bubbles that allow other heroes to fly and can turn her enemies into flower pots. Quetzacoatl is a Mesoamerican-themed hero who has interesting mystical powers. He can sacrifice himself to heal the heroes around him or send out a magical bolt that transforms into a giant python that curls up around and then crushes the unfortunate target.
Fans of the first game remember the great origin stories that each hero had. We had the chance to see one of these for the new heroes, Tombstone. He's the blue-clad, skull-headed guy you've seen in the screens, and fits a dark avenger type. The origins are all handled in Bill Everett's style. For those that don't know he's the guy who created the Sub-Mariner and, I think, the original Human Torch; his style involves lots of triangular heads and thick, black outlines.
The origin story starts with Nathan Graves being led through a prison to the electric chair. Nathan's memories flash back to a year earlier as he's saying goodbye to his wife on his way to work. His neighbor Fred drives by the house and gives Nathan's wife a strange look. She complains to Nathan that Fred is always giving her funny looks but he leaves for work without thinking too much of it.


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Caution: Contents may have shifted during transit.
You are currently in: Blah. Skip to site menu.
Boo-wana-nana.Permanent Link.
It's the end of an era. Tonight is my last night of MCSD class.Permanent Link.
Now this is funny:
Email Virus by D. Mahoney. (Found link at kottke.org.)
If you wonder why this site has so few graphics, then just realize how painful it is to visit sites with lots of large graphics when your phone lines rarely give you better than 32K connection and you can't afford any type of high-speed access.Permanent Link.
Today: blah.Permanent Link.
That's three!
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We love that show Oblivious. We only wish that they filmed it around here so that we could get some cash for answering questions.Permanent Link.
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I was thinking of the immortal words of Socrates, when he said, "I drank what?"
Oh the heartbreak! Oh the humanity! Oh the insanity!... whatever that means. Visits to this site have been on a steady decline since May. Too bad I'm more concerned with passing tests and finding a job.Permanent Link.
Damn, why does time fly so fast?Permanent Link.
C'mon, big money, big money, no whammy, stop!Permanent Link.
When your stomach growls at you, do you growl back?Permanent Link.
If this Web site is offline, then you won't be able to read this.Permanent Link.
What's black and white and read all over? The same thing which makes your fingers look like you've been playing with charcoal.Permanent Link.
<Goldmember-voice>I like new shooooes.</Goldmember-voice>Permanent Link.
People are resourceful, not resources.Permanent Link.
Just when you think you've seen it all.... It looks like there's a new e-mail virus going around where message is telling you to watch out for a new virus, oh and while you're at it, run this .exe to prevent getting infected. Yeah, like I'm going to protect myself from an e-mail virus by running an unknown executable from an unknown person. Sure, and why don't you tell me to delete "aol.exe" from my hard drive because that's a virus too.Permanent Link.
Mmmm... I love me them Torengos.Permanent Link.
Happy Birthday to my brother Adam!Permanent Link.
I may sound like an infomercial, but those SpaceBags really do work well. They saved us a lot of space from old and winter clothes. Although, compressing that many clothes into one bag really makes the bag heavy.Permanent Link.
"Why do we have so much stuff?" "I don't know."Permanent Link.
Yarg.Permanent Link.
You know how they say that you shouldn't go grocery shopping when you're hungry because you'll buy lots of stuff? Well you shouldn't go to a discount warehouse club either, because then you'll just buy lots of stuff in bulk.Permanent Link.
Why is it that as cars (trucks & SUVs) get larger, parking spots get smaller?Permanent Link.
I think I've become addicted to NewsRadio on A&E at 2 o'clock each day.Permanent Link.
Yeah to monitor switch! ... ... ... Anyone wanna buy a monitor?Permanent Link.
It's a shame that they don't have a Web site for me to link to; but, after so many years, Boca Wings & Ribs is still the best place for—well—wings and ribs (oh, and corn nuggets).Permanent Link.
Who knew that you could make money while paying rent. Our sercurity deposits were in an interest gaining account, and now that we've moved out, we get back $1,297.26. Thank you Pine Tree Apartments!Permanent Link.
What to do, what to say? What to say, what to do? To do, to say. To say what to do today. Do say what to do, and do what to say. Say today, do today. What to do, what to say?Permanent Link.
Life isn't always like a sit-com, sometimes it's like a canceled sit-com.
Also, a haiku for a book? Sure, why not.Permanent Link.


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Coming up on THURSDAY, November 3rd will be a lecture entitled "Gems from the past" by Washington DC's famous retired magic dealer, Al Cohen.
For more than 55 years, Al's magic shop was the source for quality magic in Washington DC. The ceiling in the shop was covered with playing cards signed by great magicians. Al has hundreds of stories he can tell of his years in the shop and performances at Washington DC's celebrity functions, such as: Presidents Harry Truman & George H.W. Bush, DC Mayors Walter Washington and Marion Barry, GEN Norman Schwarzkopf, Mohammed Ali, Jay Leno, Joel Grey, Joan Rivers, Avery Brooks…and the list goes on. When Al retired and sold the shop in 2001, the magic world went into mourning. In 2003, Al Cohen won magic's equivalent of a Lifetime Oscar, the Academy of Magical Arts' Lifetime Achievement Award. I.B.M. Ring 50 meets the first Wednesday of each month (except July) at the Holiday Inn I-95 at Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, Virginia, at 8:00 PM. The lecture is free to paid-up Ring 50 members, All other magicians $15 at the door.


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About Dave
David E. Fessenden has launched out as an independent editorial and publishing consultant after 20 years in editorial management for Christian publishers. Dave has a B.A. in journalism, an M.A. in religion, and over 30 years of experience in writing and editing. In his previous positions Dave has edited scholarly and popular journals, served on the staff of a Bible institute, and edited a regional edition of the largest Protestant weekly newspaper in the country.
Dave has published five books, produced study guides for two titles by A.W. Tozer (published in the back of the books), written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, and edited numerous academic and popular books. He recently completed a 10-year stint as a regular columnist for Cross & Quill, a Christian writers newsletter, and is a frequent speaker at writers' conferences. Dave also conducts Sunday school teaching workshops based on his book, Teaching with All Your Heart. This blog and website is based on Dave's book, Writing the Christian Nonfiction Book: Concept to Contract, published by SonFire Media in 2011.
Dave recently made the plunge into novel writing with a Sherlock Holmes pastiche entitled The Case of the Exploding Speakeasy. It features the son of Dr. Watson and the smarter brother of Sherlock Holmes investigating the death of a speakeasy owner and his card-playing buddies in 1920s Philadelphia. The book is scheduled to be published later in 2013 by Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas.


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A workshop for decorating your table. To do this, find the products you will need in a store specialized in Creative Leisure.For preparing this beautiful table, you will need:
Final table
Material for decorating your tablecloth:
1 Jar Setacolor Opaque Shimmer Silver #60
1 Stencil brush #10
1 White tablecloth
Transparent paper
After having drawn your flower on the transparent paper, cut out the petals in order to be able to apply the Setacolor paint within this area.
A simple fixing with an iron allows machine washing at 40°C.
Final plate
The material for decorating your glass plate:
1 tube Vitrea 160 Cerne Relief pearl #67
Glass plates
Apply the Vitrea 160 cerne relief on your glass plate.Draw a pretty flower following your imagination!
Final flute glasses
Material for decorating your glasses:
1 Vitrea 160 Cerne relief #67
1 Jar Frosted medium
1 Golden polyamide round brush #6
Apply the Vitrea 160 cerne relief on your glass. Draw fancy designs.
Then apply the frosted medium on the base of your glass. You will get a nice frosted effect.
Final cutlery
Material for decorating your cutlery:
1 Jar Porcelaine 150 Ivory #43
1 Golden polyamide round brush #6
Apply the Porcelaine 150 paint on the handles of the cutlery
Final candle holder
Material for decorating your candle holder:
1 Jar P.BO deco Effect+ Gilding Paste
P.BO deco Silver leaves
1 Golden polyamide round brush #6
Glass candle holders
Apply the P.BO deco Effect+ Gilding paste on the upper edge of your candle holder. This auxiliary allows gluing the Silver leaf.
Using a polyamide brush, apply the Silver leaf onto the P.BO deco gilding paste.


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Youngman Ericsson Scott, LLP is experienced in helping business owners protect assets and minimize taxes, and is one of the few Northern California Attorneys experienced with the California Private Retirement Trust SM. (Read more here: California Business Journal).
Business owners often get so busy with day-to-day operations they end up losing thousands if not hundreds of thousands to poor tax planning. Even worse they can lose a lifetime of hard work in one lawsuit in California's highly litigious pro-creditor environment. It's our job to proactively help them take advantage of all the available forms of tax minimization and legal protection strategies.
Traditional tax asset protection vehicles like corporations, partnerships, and LLCs are only a part of the solution. These are vehicles that can offer some protection in some circumstances. There are much better time tested options available for business owners in California, but we've found very few business owners are aware of the protections available to them under state and federal law.
We analyze all of a business owners tax and creditor exemptions under the law. One client so disgusted with California's tax and litigation environment he came into our office wanting to move to Texas for relief. After we did the analysis and showed him what tax and creditor exemptions were available to him in California, he realized if he moved he'd being taking a step down. Not only in terms of lifestyle but in terms of asset protection.
Call us today and learn how to protect your lifetime of hard work.


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Welcome to the Academic Resource Center (ARC)!
On-Campus Assistance
The Academic Resource Center (ARC), provides on-campus academic assistance for Concordia students. All students are invited to visit us for one-on-one help with study skills, time management, test-taking skills, and organization. The ARC is located on the south end of the Link Library.
Tutoring and Writing Center
The ARC also houses the Tutoring and Writing Center. It's located in the Link Library, Room 146. Students can find both subject-area tutors and writing tutors to assist them with their academic concerns. The Center is staffed by upper-level peer tutors, 7-10pm Sunday - Thursday. Writing help is also available by appointment.
Tutoring visits are face-to-face. Students are asked to bring all relevant assignment materials, including hard copies of papers they would like to discuss, to their sessions.
Click here for the current tutor schedule!
Writing tutors can help you:
- Get started
- Organize your thoughts
- Develop a thesis
- Develop an outline
- Provide constructive feedback on improving your paper
- Become a better, more effective writer
They can offer guidance for all types of papers, such as:
- Research papers
- Essays
- Creative Writing
Check out the links below for some great help in writing, grammar and punctuation, different research styles and formats, and tips on avoiding plagiarism!!
- Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (OWL)
- General Writing Resources (Presented by OWL @ Purdue)
- Writing Help for ESL Students (by OWL @ Purdue)
- MLA Formatting & Style Guide (by OWL @ Purdue)
- APA Style Workshop (by OWL @ Purdue)
- APA Formatting & Style Guide (by OWL @ Purdue)
- APA Style
- Chicago Manual of Style (Purdue OWL)
- MLA: Formatting a Research Paper, MLA Style
- A Brief Tutorial on Plagiarism (from the Carteret Community College Library)
- 10 Types of Plagiarism (from WriteCheckVide)
- Plagiarism.org (This site covers what plagiarism is, ways to prevent plagiarism, how to properly cite sources, and more!)
- Plagiarism: How to Avoid It
- Plagiarism Quiz - How Well Do You Understand Plagiarism?
- Tips to Avoid Accidental Plagiarism
- Types of Plagiarism
- Write-Check Plagiarism Guide: Arming yourself with the facts is the best plagiarism prevention!
- 6 Ways to Avoid Plagiarism in a Research Paper
Time Management
- Managing Your Time
- 8 Steps for Strong Time Management
- How to Manage Time, Reduce Stress and Increase Happiness (by the Penguin Prof)
Study Toolbox
- The Learning Toolbox
- Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Better Student
- The Study Smarter Kit
- Online Study Skills Workshop (Virginia Tech)
- Memory Improvement Tips
- How to Study
Taking notes
- Taking Notes That Work
- Notetaking Tips (from Penn State University)
- Cornell Notetaking Method (from Learning Toolbox)
- FREE Cornell Note Forms
- Cornell Notes Video
- MindMapping
Reading Textbooks
- The SQ4R Method
- Brief and Informative Video of the SQ4R Reading Method for Textbooks
- Active Reading
- How to Use Your Textbook (for something other than a doorstop!)
Taking Tests
- Mastering Skills in Test-Taking (Maryland Community College)
- Strategies for Tests (especially Midterms & Finals)
- Test-Taking Strategies (includes taking essay exams, multiple-choice, T/F, and managing test anxiety)
- Top Ten Test-Taking Strategies (from CollegeTips.com)
- Tips for Overcoming Test Anxiety
- More Tips for Overcoming Test Anxiety
Other Helpful Links
- Concordia's Link Library Resources
- Khan Academy: Find FREE online help in statistics, calculus, biology, chemistry and more!


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Author: Ann Brashares
Publisher: Random House
Release Date: June 2011
With a bit of last summer's sand in their pockets, the Travelling Pants and the Sisterhood that wears them embark on their 16th summer.
Bridget: Impulsively sets off for Alabama, wanting to both confront her demons about her family and avoid them all at once.
Lena: Spends a blissful week with Kostos, making the unexplainable silence that follows his visit even more unbearable.
Carmen: Is concerned that her mother is making a fool of herself over a man. When she discovers that her mother borrowed the Pants to wear on a date, she's certain of it.
Tibby: Not about to spend another summer working at Wallman's, she takes a film course only to find it's what happens off-camera that teaches her the most.
Second Summer of the Sisterhood is the second book in the Sisterhood series by author Ann Brashares. This book seemed more realistically teenaged-girl, both the good and bad. The girls had to face things in their lives that they could avoid as children, and came out stronger.
Though other people criticized the way that Bee changed, I thought it was actually a pretty accurate depiction of a girl hurt by her early sexual experience. Teenagers experiment with their appearance and stereotype all the time, and Bee did not have a family to try to steer her course.
For whatever reason this book just touched me in a way that the first one didn't. I like book series that age with their audience, and I think this one has really managed to do that


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Sunday, December 16, 2012
Merry Christmas!
Thank You so very much for a wonderful season! We will be open one last day this Saturday December 22, 2012 10am-noon. We are NOT open during the week.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Jingle all the way to Kaleidoscope Farms
"Jingle-bells, Jingle-bells, Jingle all the way,
Oh, what fun it is to ride a one-horse open sleigh…"
"Wait, mom, wait. What is a one-horse open sleigh?"
"Oh, well, I think it means that one horse is pulling a sleigh with an open top."
"Oh, OK."
"O'er the fields we go, laughing all the way
Bells on bobtail ring…"
"Mom, what is a bellsonbob-tail?"
"Ummm…Well…Uh…I'm not really sure. You know what, let's load up and go to Kaleidoscope Farms, I bet they'll know there. They have horses and a sleigh with bells."
"Alright mom, that sounds great!"
Kaleidoscope Farms offers all of the charm of an old fashioned Christmas, complete with a horse drawn open sleigh when the snow falls and bells ringing on their bobbed tails. The country charm is easy to see in the beautiful rural Hancock county setting for the farm and the rows of carefully manicured Christmas trees spreading out in every direction. After a pleasant winter stroll, guests are welcome to warm up in the cozy, wood-fired warm gift shop. There are ample shopping options along with hand made wreaths and greens, home baked cookies and cinnamon rolls and complimentary hot cider. And this year, for the first time, the Lima Beane Men's Barbershop Chorus will be strolling the fields and performing at the farm on Sunday Dec. 2 to add an additional element of Christmas cheer.
"We want the people who take time to come out here and share the holidays with our family to find the wonderful Christmas atmosphere they usually can only sing about in all of the old Christmas carols," said Dave Reese, owner of Kaleidoscope Farms. "Out here they won't find a shopping mall or a traffic jam, just a simple country Christmas experience on the farm. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate and we'll even have some snow for the horses to pull the sleigh."
Kaleidoscope Farms offers 10 varieties of fir, pine and spruce trees, dug trees, tree delivery and plenty of decorations to Deck the Halls. Celebrate the First Noel this year with a White Christmas in the Winter Wonderland at the farm complete with Jingle Bells, Silver Bells, the Holly and the Ivy, and plenty of fun Christmas tunes sung in true barbershop style.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Christmas tree crop strong despite the drought
The Kaleidoscope Farms Christmas 2012 tree crop is looking great despite the challenging drought this summer.
The sale-sized trees have deep, well-developed root systems that help them overcome short-term drought conditions experienced in much of Ohio this year.
"The trees weathered the drought just fine and the late rains through the fall have rehydrated the soils and the trees are doing really well," said Dave Reese, owner of Kaleidoscope Farms just north of Mt. Cory. "If the dry conditions would have persisted through the fall we would have been concerned about trees being too dry, but the wet weather in the last couple of months really took care of that concern."
The large trees are just fine, but the young trees on the farm suffered significantly in the dry conditions. A substantial portion of the trees planted last spring and the spring of 2011 died in the drought.
"Unfortunately we lost quite a few of our youngest trees to the drought this year," Reese said. "We will have to make up for the losses by planting more, older seedling in the next couple of years. The drought was very tough on us, but it really did not have much effect on the trees that we will be selling this year. In fact, we may have the best crop of trees we have ever had for sale this year."
Whether in a dry year or a more normal year, Reese does advise putting the fresh cut trees into water as soon as possible after bringing them home from the farm. They will take up a surprising amount of water, especially in the first few days.
For questions, contact Reese at 419-722-1154 or visit Kaleidoscopefarms.com.
Friday, October 26, 2012
Ohio State Fair Victories
|Champion Fir and Reserve
Champion ove rall. Canaan Fir.
2012 Ohio State Fair
Reese entered a black hills spruce and a Canaan fir in the Ohio State Fair Christmas tree competition. Each was the champion in its category and the fir was the reserve champion overall.
"We have fun entering trees in the competition," Reese said. "It lets us demonstrate the quality of our trees to the entire state and we enjoy the competition of it."
Reese studies the trees in his 25 acres of production to find flawless examples to submit for the competition. He carefully trims each of the trees to attain the ideal conical shape.
"The State Fair trees we entered this year are both beautiful, but different," Reese said. "The fir tree has a taller, more slender shape that really appeals to many of our customers. The incredible spruce had every branch in the right place to make it a little more curvaceous for those looking for a fatter tree."
Kaleidoscope Farms had the Ohio State Fair Grand Champion Christmas Tree in 2004 with a white pine entry. For more information about the farm, contact Reese at 419-722-1154.
|Champion Spruce. This is a sample of the
beautiful Black Hills Spruce we will have
for sale off the farm this year!
Friday, August 31, 2012
Fall into the Farm
What is so scary about getting a homegrown pumpkin at a Christmas tree farm?
Well, nothing really, but it sure is a lot of fun. This year Kaleidoscope Farms will be open for a fall festival so customers can enjoy autumn on the farm.
Gourds, pumpkins, decorative pumpkins, Indian corn, baked goods, and honey made by bees right on the farm will be sold. Customers can have good farm fun with a pumpkin sling shot, smores over a campfire and wagon rides. This could also be a great chance to be among the first to tag a Christmas tree and enjoy some apple cider.
The fall festival hours are 10-6 on Sat. Sept. 22, 4-6 on Friday Oct. 5, and 10-6 Saturday Oct. 6.
You can come check out all the trees and new sections that will be open this season. Get a jump start and TAG your favorite tree. You must use a Kaleidoscope Farms tag, all others will be removed. By attending the Fall Open House you will get the first pick of Christmas Trees.
There are thousands of Fantastic Firs, Stylish Scotch, Wonderful White pines and Stellar Spruce trees to choose from.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Spring has Sprung
This Serbian Spruce has great new growth following the nice Spring weather. All the trees are busy growing getting their new growth. This summer all the trees will grow between 1-2 feet before we do our late summer shearing.
|Serbian Spruce, one of our Christmas Trees!
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L'analisi della domanda di e-learning in un contesto universitario italiano
This study investigated the relationship between student learning expectation via online communication tools, student intrinsic motivation to attend online courses and student mastery goal orientation, and outcomes such as desire to attend online courses and preference for online courses. Student learning expectation was operationalized as perception of usefulness of online communication tools to learn. Intrinsic motivation was operationalized as perception of online courses as more interesting, more challenging, and more exacting than traditional courses. Mastery goal orientation was operationalized as orientation toward learning and understanding, developing new skills. Resuts showed that learning expectations play an important role in predicting outcomes, intrinsic motivation mediated partially the relationship between espectations and outcomes, and goal orientation was related only to preference for online courses. Educational importance was discussed.
e-learning demand; motivation; learning expectations; goal orientation
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- The Academic Competitiveness (AC) Grant is available to undergraduate freshman and sophomores with outstanding academic records and with demonstrated aptitudes for leadership and service. Qualifying candidates must also be Pell Grant eligible.
- The National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant (SMART Grant) picks up where the Academic Competitiveness Grant leaves off – with $4,000 awards to undergraduate juniors or seniors studying computer science, engineering, mathematics, or sciences. Applicants must be eligible for and receiving the Pell Grant.
State Grants
Many states administer grant programs to resident students based on merit, need and even area of study. Here are some examples:
- Oklahoma offers need-based grants and "specialized" grant programs.
- Michigan's grant programs are designed for a cross-section of students, including general undergraduates, academically gifted, low-income and even non-traditional adult students.
- Florida's Office of Student Financial Assistance administers a wide array of grants from those for disadvantaged, disabled, loan repayment, Hispanics, and academically talented.
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African American Students
African American women are perhaps one of the most disadvantaged minorities. In fact, this group of students will find countless sources for grants that target women and minorities, especially those grants rewarding involvement in specialized fields of study. Spelman College is the only college in the United States that is devoted to nurturing the needs of African American women students.
Hispanic Students
Hispanics have recently overtaken African Americans in number, but as far as education is concerned most educators sadly label the group as a whole "under-educated." This means that most do not pursue education beyond high school and those that do are satisfied with a vocational or two-year degree. Cultural, social and economic problems have held past generations of students back from four-year college programs. Despite the fact that numbers remain small, more Hispanic students are finding the means both socially and financially to attend college, often via Hispanic grants. In Texas, California, Florida and Arizona, Hispanic serving colleges – or those whose student bodies are at least a quarter Hispanic – offer need-based grant and scholarship opportunities.
Native American Students
Native Americans constitute the smallest minority group of all, call this their native land and yet are plagued with some of the most disadvantaged backgrounds of all. Up until recently, Native Americans have been isolated in typically remote and rural environments and in reservation communities. Like Hispanics most Native Americans have no family history of higher education – most consider a high school diploma the final goal; a primary reason that Native American grants are so critical.
Asian American Students
The fastest growing ethnic population in America is Asian American. Grants for Asian American students are commonly sponsored by ethnic organizations or available as general ethnic minority grants through the government or colleges and universities.
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- Both Sallie Mae and Coca Cola provide grants to first generation college students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Grants for Women
For generations women were disregarded on most college campuses. Many educators argue that women are in general not as engaged on a coeducational campus as they are on a women's campus. Private women's colleges have continued to thrive thanks to the generosity of corps of alumnae, innovative curricula, and expanded programs such as athletics that round out a more complete educational experience.
Grant programs designed for women promote their participation in underrepresented degree programs such as the sciences, mathematics and business. The American Competitiveness Initiative is designed to introduce and prepare future generations of students at primary and secondary levels to be more assertive in subjects like math and science. But for now big corporations and professional organizations emphasize grants and scholarships that reward those students studying in underrepresented professions. One of the most influential organizations, the American Association of University Women, offers an outstanding array of grants to minority and disadvantaged women looking to return to college, or pursue a degree for the first time.
Popular Student-Specific Grants
There is little limit on the types of students seeking college grant money. However we have created some loose categories that successfully embrace significant populations of students. The most popular student-specific grants are:
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- Low-income and disadvantaged
- Graduate and doctoral
- High school and undergraduate
- Military
Non-traditional Students
A growing population of students is outside the traditional college age – between the ages of 18 and 24, posing unique challenges for post-secondary education and driving new demand for non-traditional student grants. Americans are living longer, many are choosing alternative careers, higher degrees, or finishing a degree for the first time in their lives. Community colleges, as well as many traditional campuses, now offer flexible course schedules that include evening and weekend classes specifically tailored to working adults.
Native American tribal colleges and universities serve a wide array of community individuals, many of their students outside the traditional college age. Since tribal colleges are typically the only educational resources remote communities have, they offer all types of degrees, including two-year and certificate programs, and are popular for all members of a community.
Low Income and Disadvantaged Students
There is no reason a student should be denied a college education because of lack of money. Many federal, state, college or private organizations subsidize need-based aid awards for the most financially disadvantaged students.
The federal Pell Grant can ultimately become a generous gift if you are one of the most financially strapped students. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services also offers the Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students. This award is need-based and disbursed to students studying in an approved health care profession.
Only in the last few decades have accessibility and mobility issues been clarified and institutions of all kinds made accessible to disabled students. Now grants for disabled students such as those from the National Federation of the Blind and the National Association of the Deaf assist students in achieving their goals of participating in and completing a traditional college education.
Graduate and Doctoral Students
Many types of grant programs for graduate students and doctoral candidates are available from colleges and universities and private organizations. Colleges and universities are quite competitive in offering grant awards to the right candidates. In some instances grants support most of a doctoral student's research and living expenses.
Grad students who must travel to participate in studies abroad, take part in research, or professional conferences may discover a slew of small grants administered by professional organizations or college travel grants designed to cover such auxiliary expenses.
Undergraduate Grants
Popular undergraduate grants range from general grant programs that provide monetary incentive to low-income and disadvantaged students to specialized grants in science, math, engineering, and technology (SMET subjects). The grant options for undergraduate women or minorities are even more bountiful.
High school students enrolling in college; do not overlook your college's grant hand-outs. Most smaller, private colleges are quite generous when it comes to kicking in funds to augment financial aid. They are more interested in attracting quality students regardless of financial ability to pay.
Grants for Military Students and Families
Interested in a branch of the military, but still want to attend college? The Army, Air Force and Naval ROTC, among others, offer full tuition to qualified students in the armed forces. For those active in the military, programs such as the Army's Spouse Education Assistance Program or the Navy equivalent—the Spouse Tuition Aid Program—are available to married active duty personnel. Check the military section for each branch's opportunities.
Subject-Specific Grants
Considering the fact that scores of professional organizations have active educational funds that help foster their fields of interest, it's no wonder that it is just as easy to shop for grants based on subject or field of interest. Corporations spend millions of dollars offering internships, fellowships, scholarships and grants intended to attract academically driven and talented students to their corporate folds.
High Need Fields Fuel Grant Giving
There are fields of study that draw considerable funding from sources in large part due to challenging shortages. The fields with the most significant shortages drive the biggest supply of grants:
- Healthcare, especially nursing
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Next the town barber spots the cat and is so taken aback that he accidentally clips his customer's hair at an angle, much to the woman's delight!
And so it goes on, everyone who notices this unusually positioned cat sets off to try new things with wonderful results. The cat's slightly slanted, catawampus perspective becomes the town's obsession.Even the mayor declares that there be a Catawampus Cat Day in the feline's honor.But when the day arrives and the mayor declares "we are all different now, just like you", the cat responds with something out of the ordinary that dismays his adoring public.
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Lawrence Journal-World sports editor Tom Keegan, now in his eighth year leading the sports department, has been named the Kansas sportswriter of the year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association.
The NSSA recognizes one writer and one broadcaster from each state every year and also hands out several national awards annually.
Keegan joins Journal-World sports writer Gary Bedore (2005) as current members of the staff to have won the honor. He will be recognized at the 54th Annual NSSA Awards Weekend, June 8-10 in Salisbury, N.C.
Tom: Congratulations.
Good job, Tom.
If you don't have something nice to say then don't say it at all. This is one of those times. Keep it classy out there.
Congratulations Mr. Keegan.
Gotta love Keegan. He'll always give an unbiased and sometimes obscure view, no matter how much so many people on this site disagree with him. Congrats Tom.
Well deserved! Congrats.
Love it! Congrats Tom, you deserve this recognition.
Awesome baby!!! Way to go Tom.
This says it better than anything else I could come up with:
Way to go TK !
congrats Tom!!!
Way to go Tom. Congrats.
Tom, Congrats, but the best part about this whole story is where the award is being presented...Salisbury, NC? Do yourself a favor, spend as little time as possible in Salisbury and go stay in Charlotte 30min to 40 mins away and just make the drive up to receive your award.
As you drive up to Salisbury, off exit 68 on 85 HWY towards China Grove is a BBQ place called Gary's BBQ. It's no KC BBQ, but for the Carolinas IMO its about as good as you can get.
And...if you stay in Charlotte...get you some Price's Chicken Coop. You can't go wrong.
Tomorrow's Headlines: "NSSA Directors Launch Investigation for Possible Voter Intimidation; Say Keegan Motivated by Trophy Envy Threatens to Leave LJW for ESPN; NSSA Voters Claim to have Saved US Corporations Millions in Obscure Pop Culture Google Searches"
In other news Congrats to Tom and thanks to the LJW for giving us KUSports.com.
Congratulations Tom. And thanks for keeping us up-to-date on Kansas sports news.
No wolves??? I'm shocked. I don't understand the fascination with bashing this guy.
Well done, Keegs!
Does he still think KU is a natural fit in the Big East?
Good job Tom, I have always enjoyed your articles and your enthusiasm for KU sports. Anyone who disagrees with you is not a true KU fan.
Get real. Tom's not a KU fan.
Tom, I have come to appreciate you more. I always listen to you when you appear on between the lines. Keep up the good work!!
Who won the broadcaster award?
Congrats TK.
Hear, hear! Waay to go, TK.
Way to go Tom!
Perhaps your experiences in conjunction with the award ceremony in NC can be memorialized in an upcoming chapter of "Double Chin Music"? You could even put together a Guy Fieri-like BBQ/brewsky road trip out of this!
Congratulations to Tom Keegan!
Congratulations Tom! Keep up the good work!
Congratulations, Tom, and thanks for your good work at LJW!
Well deserved. Congratulations.
Congratulations, Tom. You and your team, online and print, have a big responsibility; a classy school calls for classy sports coverage, and I think LJW does us proud. As a Kansan a long way from Lawrence, I really appreciate the web features you bring us. Without your articles and blogs I'd have a very hard time keeping my addiction fed! Many thanks.
Congratulations, Tom. You, and the rest of the sports staff at the LJW, continue to provide us with quality coverage commensurate with The University of Kansas and all of our athletic programs. Having recently moved from Kansas to Arizona, I am very appreciative of the work and the information you all provide for The Jayhawk Nation. Well done!!
Wow! Classy bunch today. I suppose all the haters feel a little humbled and are hiding out until this blows over.
Congrats Tom.
I love when sportscasters vote awards to themselves, or when they vote themselves into the hall of fame and things like that.
I would also think this is funny, since the day they announced this, was the same day ESPN had to acknowledge that they ran a story about an athlete without checking facts prior to publishing a story based on facts.
If you want to earn your award, why don't you go after the media Tom that published a story without facts, and then once they were found out; the reporter cited all of these things that didn't make sense and that he should have done a better job of fact checking before reporting. All of sudden the reporter talks about all of these inconsistencies, but rather than bring them up during the interview he waits until after a story breaks that they are false before actually do any type of investigation. It has been too often reporters report information without verification, it is becoming way to rampant in the sports world, and that would be a good article to write.
Must be tough for all the Keegan bashers.
Congrats Tom.
Congradulations Tom!
Congrats Mr. K. Looking forward to reading your acceptance speech.
54 years of this award naming a sportswriter and sportscaster from each state. Maybe some names of previous Kansas winners in writing and broadcasting as well as who won the broadcasting award this year would have been nice.
Keegs, you piss me off sometimes but the ultimate complement to a writer is that he elicits an emotional response from his readers, so congrats to you on that...no one does it better....good or bad!! The ultimate complement, however, is you are never dull. :)
Hey, how many votes did jb get?
I think Matt Tait needs to seriously get looked at for this award in the future.
His coverage of the football program through thick and thin has been incredible; not to mention the fact that he's simply a great writer.
Allow me to throw Jesse Newell's hat into the ring as well. I totally agree on Tait The Great!!
Good going, Tom! Thanks for all the excellent work.
Congratulations Tom! And to all the staff at LJW, keep up the great work! You have the best fans in college sports.
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A few days ago I dyed my hair! I've had red hair for a year now, but everytime I refresh the color I get so excited like a child that just received tons of candy and toys. I don't seem to get bored of it, which is surprising, because in the matter of hair color, I've changed it quite a lot. And why is it that when I stepped out of the salon the sun started to brighten the sky?.. haha, now I'm getting to cocky. But I feel so shiny!
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Brussels, 24th February 2005
Anti-trust: Commission investigation in the flat and car glass sector
The European Commission confirms that on 22nd and 23rd February 2005 Commission officials carried out unannounced inspections at the premises of several European manufacturers of flat and car glass in Belgium, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Sweden (only relating to flat glass ) and Italy (only relating to car glass). The Commission has reason to believe that the manufacturers concerned may have (amongst other things) coordinated price-increases and agreed on the introduction of a so called "energy surcharge" in the area of flat glass. As regards car glass, the Commission has information indicating that car glass producers may have allocated customers and agreed on supply quotas and prices.
Flat glass is used principally for the manufacturing of glass products used by the building sector and in a processed form by the automotive industry. Car glass is used by the motor vehicle manufacturers for the production of new cars.
The Commission officials were accompanied by their counterparts from the relevant national competition authorities. In two Member States, the national competition authorities carried out the inspections on behalf of the Commission.
Surprise inspections are a preliminary step in investigations into suspected cartels, foreseen under Article 20 of the Council Regulation (1/2003) that lays down the procedures to be followed for the implementation of the EC Treaty's rules on restrictive business practices and abuse of monopoly power (Articles 81 and 82). The fact that the European Commission carries out such inspections does not mean that the companies are guilty of anti-competitive behaviour nor does it prejudge the outcome of the investigation itself. The European Commission respects the rights of defence, in particular the right of companies to be heard in antitrust proceedings.
There is no strict deadline to complete cartel inquiries. Their duration depends on a number of factors, including the complexity of each case, the extent to which the undertakings concerned co-operate and the exercise of the rights of defence.
Article 81 of the EC Treaty prohibits agreements between undertakings, decisions by associations of undertakings and concerted practices which may affect trade between Member States and which have their object or effect the prevention, restriction or distortion of competition within the EU's Single Market and in particular those which directly or indirectly fix prices; limit or control production, markets, technical development or investment; share markets or sources of supply; apply dissimilar conditions to equivalent transactions with other trading parties, thereby placing them at a competitive disadvantage; or make the conclusion of contracts subject to acceptance by the other parties of supplementary obligations which, by their nature or according to commercial usage, have no connection with the subject of such contracts.
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My darlings! I'm still here, haven't popped just yet but almost (due on the 18th!). I've had a few days with a sick Lulu and then my midwives told me to go into hospital to be scanned as they thought the baby had turned around to be breech which would mean my having an emergency Cesarean...not ideal but I got my head around it nonetheless. Happily it turns out that the baby has wiggled again and isn't quite in the right position but here's hoping all will resolve itself! Seeing as I'm due next week, my blogging will reduce for a few weeks but I'll be here three times per week with some guest posts from other bloggers thrown in too.
In the meatime and until things begin to rumble I have some nice makeup reviews and style inspiration posts coming up for you...
Lot's of love!
(no the pic sin't me! I'm much bigger than this lovely girl I saw on Pinterest!)


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London is the capital city of England and of the United Kingdom.
It is a leading cosmopolitan city with strengths in the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism and transport all contributing to its prominence.
It is the world's most-visited city as measured by international arrivals.
London proudly boasts of four World Heritage Sites which are the Tower of London; Kew Gardens; the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St Margaret's Church; and the historic settlement of Greenwich besides many other tourist attractions.
Day 1:
Arrival in London
Transfer to hotel
A city tour conducted on the original London Double Decker Hop On – Hop Off Tour Bus
Lunch in a restaurant
In the evening, visit to the Leicester Square in the heart of London
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel
Day 2:
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the hotel.
London sightseeing tour that cover all the main sights in Central London with live commentary including sights like Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, The London Eye, Downing Street, St. Pauls Cathedral, The Tower of London, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.
A tour including free walks and a cruise on the River Thames
Dinner at hotel
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel
Day 3:
Enjoy an early morning breakfast at the hotel
Tour to UK's most famous sites, Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath - England's most beautiful Georgian city
Dinner at hotel
Stay overnight at the hotel in London
Day 4:
Enjoy an early morning breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to Oxford, Christ Church College and locations from the Harry Potter films including the Hogwarts dining hall
A drive through the Cotswolds and pass through charming villages with thatched cottages, tea shops and ancient inns
Arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of the remarkable writer William Shakespeare
Finally, a visit to the medieval Warwick Castle, have a look at the waxwork displays from Madame Tussauds and hear the Earl of Warwick as he prepares for the battle
Back to hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel
Day 5
Enjoy early morning breakfast at the hotel
Explore the city and indulge in some shopping
Gala night dinner with entertainment in the hotel
A comfortable overnight stay at the hotel
Day 6
Breakfast at hotel
Check out and transfer to airport


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And all the people gathered themselves together as one man into the street that was before the water gate; and they spake unto Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded to Israel. And Ezra the priest brought the law before the congregation both of men and women, and all that could hear with understanding, upon the first day of the seventh month. (Nehemiah 8:1-2 KJV)
Temple rebuilding meets a a feast day. The first day of the seventh month is the Feast of Trumpets:
The Feast of Trumpets marked the beginning of ten days of consecration and repentance before God. It is one of seven Jewish feasts or festivals appointed by the LORD and one of three feasts that occur in the autumn. The Feast of Trumpets began on the first day (at the new moon) of the seventh month. Its name comes from the command to blow trumpets (Leviticus 23:24; Numbers 29:1-6). It is also called Rosh Hashanah, which means "Head of the Year," because it marks the beginning of the Jewish civil calendar.This is held ten days before the Day of Atonement – a time of preparing one's heart for the atonement for past sins. It is good for us to understand the importance of such an occasion, where it falls in Jewish life – then, and today.
In Nehemiah 8, the congregation is assembled to hear the reading of God's law given to the Children of Israel.
And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people; (for he was above all the people;) and when he opened it, all the people stood up: (Nehemiah 8:5 KJV)
Ezra "stood upon a pulpit of wood, which they had made for the purpose" (v. 4) much the same way our own pastor stands before our congregation, but we usually remain sitting in our pews. There are missionaries and/or evangelists who visit who begin their sermons by saying, "Let us stand for the reading of God's word."
And Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. And all the people answered, Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands: and they bowed their heads, and worshipped the LORD with their faces to the ground. (Nehemiah 8:6 KJV)
Not very different from one of our own services, right? Prayer, blessings, head bowed, worshipping our Lord.
Also Jeshua, and Bani, and Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodijah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, Pelaiah, and the Levites, caused the people to understand the law: and the people stood in their place. So they read in the book in the law of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading. (Nehemiah 8:7-8 KJV)
We cannot assume this congregation would be considered literate. Perhaps the majority could not read the law on their own. We are blessed to be a very literate nation and God's word is available freely to all in a multitude of ways. And, there are ministers, such as mine, who cause the people to understand. That is an awesome calling. The Bible calls them people with beautiful feet:
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth! (Isaiah 52:7 KJV)
How about some standing room only celebration of God's word? How are your feet perceived?


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If you would like a comprehensive overview of mineral foundation this is the post for you. In this article we will cover our top 4 Glo minerals makeup reviews.
Within the makeup industry, we come across a plethora of makeup brands. In the midst of these multiple makeup brand options, we find a select few who stand out from the rest. These brands are known for their excellence, quality, and attention to detail regarding the many challenges women face in finding the correct makeup.
Some of these brands are focused on the professional whereas others are designed for people like you and me. The challenge comes in finding a brand that is both value for money and works for your skin. This is where Glo minerals makeup reviews come into play.
With Glo minerals makeup reviews, you will receive a wealth of information that is sure to help you find the best brand for your unique makeup needs and preferences. Without any further delay, I give you Glo Minerals makeup:
About Glo Mineral makeup
Glo Minerals is a mineral makeup brand specifically focusing on providing skincare professionals and women with top-notch makeup. This makeup is triple-milled allowing it to provide lasting and continuous coverage.
Within its formula is a variety of mineral ingredients focused on protecting your skin. Some of these ingredients include the powerful antioxidant power of Vitamins A, E, C and Green Tea and anti-inflammatory ingredients. As a result, you can be sure that your skin is benefiting from a non-comedogenic and talc-free product as well as UV-ray protection.
What sets Glo Minerals apart from other mineral brands is the founding of its line of luxe mineral makeup products tailor made for professionals in the cosmetic and dermatology professions. In addition to this, Glo Minerals has received several prestigious awards for its incredible formulation.
Typically, Glo Minerals sells a variety of products including makeup, skincare and body care. Within the makeup category, you will find:
- foundation priced usually between $37-$56,
- blush for as little as $26-$36,
- bronzers in the $40 range
- lipsticks and glosses between $16 and $18
- eye shadow ranging from $19 to $64 (usually the palettes)
- Mascara is available between $18 and $20
- Liners range between $12 and $20
Glo Minerals makeup reviews show a variety of personal experiences on the various products sold by Glo Minerals. Of these reviews the Glo Minerals Pressed Base seems to be the most loved as well as their eye pencils, serums and cleansers.
My top 4 Glo Minerals foundation reviews
To help you navigate the array of Glo Minerals foundations, we have compiled 4 Glo-Minerals makeup reviews on the Glo Minerals foundations.
Within these Glo Minerals makeup reviews we will look at the quality of products, price range, and pros and cons.
Pressed Base Golden
Glo Minerals pressed base golden medium is a foundation that will leave your skin well covered and flawless. Within its composition are minerals, such as zinc and titanium dioxide and green tea which serve to protect your skin from the harshness of the sun's UV rays and other radicals. Other ingredients include: mica, iron oxides, bismuth oxychloride and parabens.
The Glo Minerals golden medium works for a variety of skin types including sensitive skin. With its light, breathable composition this foundation does not clog your skin's pores thus reducing your risk to allergies or acne breakouts. For darker blemishes, you may find a concealer underneath this foundation will provide the best coverage results.
Although this foundation has a log of positive Glo Minerals makeup reviews, a few points should be mentioned. Whether you use a brush or the applicator sponge, be aware that you may lose a lot of powder as you apply to your face. This particular shade is on the lightest range of the spectrum thus more suitable for fair skin than darker skin. Its longevity seems to be a bit in question thus our recommendation is to be aware that you may need to reapply your foundation half way through your day.
That being said, many Glo Minerals makeup reviews have raved about this foundation as one they would not want to do without. Amazon.com is currently selling this product for $26.54 including free shipping.
Protective Liquid Foundation
Offering women a medium to full coverage on their facial skin, this protective liquid foundation comes in a thick liquid reducing the ease of applying it for the improved coverage. This product is not suitable for oily skin, however those with dry to sensitive skin or a combination of dry and sensitive will benefit from this product.
For best results, combine this liquid foundation with a Glo-minerals primer or powder to get the most out of its benefits.
One of the pros of this protective liquid foundation is in its ease of application since you can use both a brush or your finger. It may require a bit more attention on blending it beautifully into the skin but this may also be a personal experience with the product.
Regarding the undertone of this foundation, it's more of a "yellow base" making it a warmer shade than some of the other shades within the Glo Minerals foundation range. Thus, it works well on skin that has a pinker tinge to it. Getting color matched at your local cosmetic store will help guarantee that you purchase the correct shade for your skin tone.
When it comes to humidity, this liquid foundation does not hold up well. You may want to avoid using this makeup if you are going to a humid area or participating in activities that will cause a lot of perspiration.
Available at Amazon.com, this product is selling for $25.52 including free shipping. One more final point, the finish of this liquid foundation is more of a matte finish. You can rest assured that your skin won't shine after application.
Loose Base Powder Foundation
As a loose base powder, Glo Minerals loose base powder foundation offers women medium to full coverage accompanied with a dew-like finish. It is talc-free, non-comedogenic and packed with antioxidant minerals. Its triple-milled process makes this powder foundation smooth and light on the skin. Glo Minerals loose base powder foundation is suitable for normal to dry skin as well as sensitive skin.
Coming in a beautiful compact, Glo Minerals brings you 37oz of lovely powder foundation. As a light formula, this foundation does not clog pores so oily skin can rest assured that acne or breakouts are less likely.
Because of Amazon's great price of $19.70, this product is selling remarkably fast. Get yours today.
Luxe liquid foundation SPF 18
Glo Minerals brings you all the benefits that come with their phenomenal foundation line in this Glo Minerals Luxe liquid foundation with the added SPF 8. Now you can have that extra UV protection while receiving anti-aging benefits. Plus, you get a soft gentle effect at the same time as flaunting a lovely youthful and flawless complexion.
As with all the other Glo Minerals foundation, this foundation is talc-free, non-comedogenic and packed with antioxidant minerals.
For those with oily skin, this particular product may give a more shine look than desired thus if you have oily skin, you may want to test this product at a local provider or store in your area. Dry and sensitive skin have (generally) found it to be lovely and lasting. However, compared to other Glo Minerals products the duration that this foundation lasts may be questionable – user experience of the lasting effect of Luxe liquid foundation seems to be more personal opinion based. Overall, the Glo-Mineral makeup reviews have a high percentage of positive feedback.
Our recommendation
In lieu of the above, we do recommend Glo Minerals range of foundations. Although pricey in comparison to other brand foundations, the value of these foundations is praiseworthy. We love that this range of foundations is mineral based thus eliminating toxins, chemicals and other ingredients that are harsh on the skin causing allergies and breakouts.
We do highly recommend that you visit your local stores that sell Glo Minerals products in order to determine the correct shade for your skin. This will also give you an opportunity to test the product on your skin before buying it. A lot of the Glo Minerals makeup reviews that have had more negative feedback has surrounded incorrect color expectations when purchasing online.
That being said, Glo Minerals is a fantastic brand that gives you beautiful mineral based products that are light on the skin and easy to apply.


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By Nadja Sayej, October 2010
From singing bus drivers to seagoing vessels made of trash, here are eleven art acts to catch when the southwestern Finnish city of Turku steps up as 2011 European Capital of Culture.
Add 50 million euros to 120 art projects that will draw two million visitors and what do you get? Answer: Turku in 2011, the European Capital of Culture.
To help you find your way as the yearlong art festival pumps out culture, we've compiled (in no specific order) a Top 11 list for this city gone wild.
Forget the calendar, forget your watch. Turku 365 promises "unpredictable encounters each day of the year." Artist and organiser Meiju Niskala has invited 52 Finnish artists to come up with 52 exercises, compiling them into the Book for Everyday Explorers. From lullaby choirs on late-night trains to pop singers crooning in the backs of taxis, the goal is the element of surprise.
Turku 365 on the Turku 2011 website
Keep your ear to the ground for the River Aura Symphony, a work of sound art by artist and composer Simo Alitalo. Alitalo has created a symphony from whistles, cannons and church bells timed together along the River Aura and harbourfront – so don't say we didn't warn you if you hear a blaring fog horn as you're walking along.
Turku is listening on the Turku 2011 website
The Tapiiri literary group sets out make your heart sing with poetry portraits. They host poetry workshops in senior's homes, Saramäki Prison and the University Hospital of Turku to help turn local nurses, doctors, prison guards and grandparents into everyday poets. Put up with a poet observing you for 15 minutes to several hours and he or she will write a poem about you and read it aloud.
Poetry portraits on the Turku 2011 website
In this travel-by-sea show, Antti Laitinen, a Finnish artist who has works in the Saatchi Collection, braves the Baltic Sea waves in a one-man bark boat (in a past project, he created his own island). His travelling companions board the Baltic Herring, a vessel built from recycled consumer packaging. Expeditions take place in 2010, with exhibitions starting in spring 2011.
Curated expedition to the Baltic Sea on the Turku 2011 website
Hate crowds? Get off the busy mainland for something more serene. Islands lining the gulf of the Archipelago Sea, connected by ferries and bridges, kick off with their first-ever Islands Triennial in May 2011. The islanders are all tight-lipped about their projects. The best way to find out is to venture out and see it.
Islands Triennial on the Turku 2011 website
If you've always wanted to spraypaint the streets, now is your chance to do it (legally). From public workshops on animation to seminars on graffiti and government control, local artists come together on May 20–21, 2011 to show the flipside of the white box gallery world with sprawling street art. Who is behind it? Eurocultured was formed in Manchester – now with five other chapters in Dublin, Belfast, Bratislava, Wrocław and Turku, the newest addition. Expect cut-and-paste leather workshops, breakdancing competitions and crazy concerts.
Eurocultured on the Turku 2011 website
Left: British art collective Walk the Plank helps kick off the Turku 2011 celebrations with fireworks and acrobatics.
Top right: The opposite of the white-box gallery world: Eurocultured provides breakdancing, graffiti, concerts and more.
Bottom centre: "Remember to breathe," brought to you by the Turku 365 project. This forms sound advice for visitors attending any of the Turku 2011 events.
Lower right: For a limited time only, Turku poets will observe you, write about you, read aloud to you and make your heart sing with Poetry Portraits.
The surprises continue on the streets with Turun Sarjakuvakerho (Turku Comic Book Club). Look out for funny stop signs, washroom signs and traffic signs – large-scale comic characters will even be leading the way with speech bubbles, so you'll never need a map.
Come across comics on the Turku 2011 website
On November 20, kids celebrate Universal Children's Day, founded by the UN in 1954. While it was built to celebrate and protect the welfare of these little ankle-biters, in Turku it's all about the art. Eleven Taikalamppu (Magic Lamp) Arts Centres and the City of Turku are teaming up to showcase the artwork of Finnish children, up the ante on their arts programming and get them off the internet and making more stuff – from clever cartoons to self-directed cinema.
Magic lamplight on the Turku 2011 website
If you think tweens who post pictures of themselves online are self-obsessed, think again. They might have something new to tell us. Vesa Aaltonen is a photo artist and teacher leading a class photo project where each of her students will compose a self-portrait once they turn 18.
From photorealism to simple MySpace-esque snapshots, look out for video self-portraits, paintings, drawings and even papier maché in October and November 2011, all to show that in the art world we've gone from pop culture to peep culture in watching ourselves and others.
2000 & 11 Self-Portraits on the Turku 2011 website
Mannerheim Park in central Turku will become home to a new Spiegeltent Theatre where a circus love story will unfold from June 22 to August 14, 2011 between Dracula and his numerous brides. Trapeze artist Pauliina Räsänen, a key organiser from ArtTeatro, is producing the event and wants to fuse circus and theatre – with a comical edge.
Dracula, played by American actor Ebon Grayman, has an unlikely arch nemesis: Dr van Helsinki. Played by acrobatic Ukrainian "yoga-comedian" Kotini Junior, he'll keep things playful for those who think it's all drab and dark. Be sure to visit the snack bar, but watch out for human pretzels.
Cirque Dracula on the Turku 2011 website
From April 14 to 30, 2011, the ten-metre high Dancing Tower will spotlight acrobatic dancers, ventriloquists and magicians from Finland, Russia, Estonia and the US. Erected by the Turku AB Dance Company – celebrating their 30th anniversary – the tower offers a sort of fable storytelling through themes (Spirit, Chaos, Research and Energy).
The Dancing Tower on the Turku 2011 website
Turku2011 kicked off on January 15, 2011 at Forum Marinum in Turku. Walk the Plank, a British art collective that stages outdoor performance art, thrilled the crowds with aerial acrobatics, music and fireworks to kick off the yearlong celebration. See our slideshow: Turku kicks off year of culture »
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Etude House has two options in their CC Cream line, 01 Silky and 02 Glow. I opted for the Silky one as I tend to get oily in my T-zone after a long day. The texture is exactly that, silky, smooth, without shimmer or shiny particles. CC Creams tend to have less coverage as opposed to BB Creams, but provide color correcting properties for an even finish. This is great for those who don't need too much coverage and are looking for something light.
UV Protection
Wrinkle care
Makeup base
Fresh out of the tube, it comes out white with tiny balls of color adjusting particles that burst upon applying. Therefore it is recommended you apply this with your fingers so that you can make sure it's applied smoothly.
Verdict? 4.5/5
Personally, I have an uneven skin tone and experience the most redness across my cheeks, nose and chin. However, since it feels a lot lighter than foundation and even BB Cream, I think for summer I can get away with just using CC Cream with a little bit of concealer and powder. For someone who has extremely dry skin on the cheek area, it is not enough as a moisturizer. However after applying moisturizer, it applies very smoothly.It definitely brightens up any dull areas on your face and helps minimize pores in photos so I would say this is a great makeup base for those who wear foundation or BB Cream or alone for those fortunate enough to have great skin!
Brightens dull areas
Provides an even finish
Reduces redness on any uneven skin tones
Feels light on the skin and comfortable for summer
Hygienic packaging containing a pump
One shade fits all
Light coverage
Oil control not sufficient
The remaining photos are with concealer and powder, but no foundation!


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K. Waters
I am a mother of four and am in my late forties. I see things from a very different point of view than most people and I have been known to be like a mother bear with her cubs when I become passionate about a story, opinion or subject. I love to learn and often set out seeking information to fill my idle curiosity about anything and everything.
My upbringing, as unorthodox as it was, has taught me to look past the walls and roadblocks of life and see what really makes things tick. See the average and seek out the interesting. Speak my mind, and let the chips fall where they may. Never be afraid to ask a question and always try to find the truth.
In my spare time, I love to seek out things like UFO's and is there other life in the Universe. Whose theory of how life began is really the truth? Quantum physics is by far a fascination of endless proportions.
Although I did not set out in life to be a writer, I have always had a need to write, a passion to state my opinions and I am working towards writing books that deal with true accounts of different aspects and avenues in life, from an average boy who grew up in the London blitz to life on the streets. The average person holds a treasure trove of stories that they do not even realize how valuable their experiences could be for a reader.


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Surround sound? That's old technology. How about surround vision?
The folks at the MIT Media Lab have developed a new system called surround vision that can let you follow objects outside of your regular TV screen by viewing them on smartphones and handheld Internet devices. Imagine you're watching a movie on your regular TV, and a car drives off the screen. You could follow and view that car as it drives away by looking at and pointing your smartphone or tablet in its direction.
The person leading this promising new project is Santiago Alfaro, a graduate student at the lab. To kick-start his testing, Alfaro attached a magnetometer to an existing handheld device. A type of digital compass, magnetometers are already used in smartphones like the iPhone to detect the direction the device is pointing. He then created the necessary software to sync the magnetometer with other sensors on the device.
After outfitting the handheld with motion sensors, Alfaro shot video on campus from three different angles--center, left, and right. Watching the TV screen straight on played video from the center. But by pointing the handheld to the left or right, Alfaro was able to view the footage shot from both side angles.
As a further test of the technology, Alfaro took advantage of the alternate takes found on many DVDs. He created a demo that let him switch between the final footage and the alternate takes and angles by changing the direction of the handheld device.
Though the technology may sound like it needs further development, it's designed to work with existing Internet-enabled portable gadgets, including smartphones and tablets. Since a lot of today's handheld devices already have magnetometers, no modifications would be necessary. Further, TV stations wouldn't have to change their broadcasts or equipment, according to Alfaro and his adviser, Media Lab research scientist Michael Bove.
"In the Media Lab, and even my group, there's a combination of far-off-in-the-future stuff and very, very near-term stuff, and this is an example of the latter," said Bove in a news release Friday. "This could be in your home next year if a network decided to do it."
The MIT researchers plan to test surround vision on other users this spring and summer using content developed by Boston Public TV and other partners. They're keen to try it out on sporting events and live TV shows since those broadcasts already shoot footage from different angles. Even crime shows like "CSI" could benefit from the surround vision, said Bove, by letting people view what the medical examiners see when they peer through a microscope.
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