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Choosing a Business Simulation
to ensure that it delivers relevant and defined learning effectively, efficiently and consistently.
Having developed some seventy different business simulations and, over the last forty plus years, run them, personally, more than two thousand times with business people around the world I feel that the fit between the business simulation and client & learner needs is crucial and the process shown below ensures this. Following an overview of the process, elements are summarised and links to further detail provided.
Needs Definition
Decide to use simulation or not
Simulation Specification
Decide availability
The first step is to define the what learning is needed and the constraints associated with the need. Based on this you can decide whether a business simulation is appropriate before moving on the specify the business simulation.
Define Learning Objectives
My Churchill Fellowship study explored why clients used business simulations and lead to a five dimensional model consisting of:
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When choosing a business simulations there are three groups that your need to consider:
The Learners who differ in terms of adult learning needs (actual and perceived), prior knowledge and experience (that provide a foundation and a resource).
Learn more about adult learning needs
Learn more about prior learning needs
Learn more about utilising experience and knowledge
The Tutor who runs the simulation and manages learning is I believe a key part of the learning. Associated with this are several aspects - Tutor Managed Learning. the knowledge, skills and experience of the trainer has and how the simulation helps the trainer (Tutor Support System).
The Sponsors who authorise and pay for the business simulation:
Settle Duration
Duration is a major constraint and as the chart to the right shows for learning a simulation has an optimal duration. A duration that is closely linked to the complexity of the simulation [1]
Too little time and role overload occurs, learners do not reflect or form concepts. Consequentially learning does not occur and learners are disaffected.:
Too much time and learners are wasting time. They recognise this and become disaffected as the see the activity as a waste of time.
Learn more about the problem and how to shorten duration without affecting learning..
The way a business simulation is used affects it choice and the issues associated with its use. My Churchill Fellowship study identified eleven different ways a business simulation could be used - six where the prime purpose was delivering business learning in the classroom and the remaining five a variety of uses (business conference, graduate recruiting. spare-time learning, on assessment/development centres and to promote a business).
Learn more about different ways of using business simulations, why they are used this way and the issues associated with their use.
Once the Learning Needs are defined that can be addressed by a business simulation there is a need to specify what is needed.
When specifying a business simulation you need to decide whether it replicates a generic business, an industry or an actual business exactly. A choice that has implications in terms of relevance, complexity, duration, cost and learning. In my experience the best compromise is for the business simulation to reflect an industry rather than be generic or attempt to replicate your business exactly.
Learn more about deciding the right business scenario.:
This involves translating the learning objectives into business-oriented issues that are appropriate to the target audience. For example, the exploration of planning an entrepreneurial start up (the SEED simulation) the issues included market selection, pricing, promotion, working capital and venture funding. The issues define the discussion areas for the team and hence the areas where deep cognitive processing occurs. When defining issues these must be looked at these in the context of the industry and the client company. Finally, when detailing the choice, the issues need to be linked to decisions and results.
Over the years I have developed a wide range different forms of business simulations to best match learning needs. These range from the ubiquitous Total Enterprise simulation, through Functional Simulations to Process Simulations.
Learn more about of types of business simulation.
Here we are deciding whether the simulation will be used by individuals or small teams of learners; whether it will be used in the classroom with the process managed by a trainer and whether the learners or trainer will use the simulation software.
Learn more about working in teams
Learn more about the role of the Tutor
Learn more about Direct Use simulations
Learn more about Tutor Mediated simulations
Decide Version
The version of the business simulation that you use impacts the quality of learning.. For instance, a version for use as a Course Finale is different from one that is use a Course Theme and both are different from a business simulation used on an Assessment Centre. Also, because of language differences, a business simulation for use in the UK (English) must be different for use in the USA (not English!). (So a simulation for use on an Assessment Centre is different from one used on an Assessment Center).
The diagram to the right shows how versions of the same business simulation spread across Needs and Scope. The dark blue circle represents the learning provided by the simulation and the red circle the learning desired. For efficient learning the overlap between the two needs to be substantial.
[1] Hall, Jeremy J. S. B. and Benita M Cox (1994) Complexity is it really that simple, Developments in Business Simulations and Experiential Exercises Volume 21 eds. Precha Thavikulwat & John D. Overby, College of Business Administration, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma click to download the paper.
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Posted on 2017 Mar 4th
Over the years BK Unique Hair has supported chemotherapy and Alopecia patients with products and services. It all started in Toronto, Canada and USA. Now expanding to Africa.
Following the official launch and unveiling of Rita Dominic as brand ambassador in November 2016, BK unique Hair Inc has introduced an initiative called "MyHairMyCrown" campaign in February 2017 as a giveback & charity project. BK unique hair Inc teamed up with Lakeshore Cancer Centre for this campaign which aims to support and encourages female survivors.
On Monday Feb 20th, 2017 Brand Ambassador & A List Nollywood actress Rita Dominic and the BK Unique hair team visited Lakeshore cancer center. After a warm welcome followed with a tour of the facility, meeting with members of staff as well as some of the patients. We got the opportunity to have a chat with some of the survivors who shared their experiences.
A raffle was conducted at Lakeshore cancer center, where 8 lucky ladies emerged winners of the maiden edition of My Hair My Crown Campaign. They were awarded custom made, 100% human hair wigs courtesy of BK unique hair. On Saturday Feb 25th 2017, the winners were treated to full makeovers, as well as dinner with Rita Dominic at the prestigious Eko Hotel.
BK Unique Hair inc is passionate and dedicated to having a positive impact in the society. We will strive to achieve this by continuously donating and supporting cancer society.
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9 News
Tails are wagging, thanks to volunteers Luke and Tracy Edwards.
Their 1000km walk with their dogs from Victoria to Canberra back in 2012 to raise awareness of the importance of skilled volunteer search and rescue dog teams has reaped benefits.
Returning to Canberra on Wednesday, the couple, along with their dog Beathan, will now see the creation of a national search and rescue dog organisation, unifying state and territory volunteers under the one banner.
It means national standardised training and accreditation for volunteers and their dogs and an online forum for trainers.
As one of only five civilian search and rescue dog teams, Tracy and Luke say they hope the new framework will inspire more accredited dog trainers and help increase the number of dogs that can be deployed for emergency situations.
The Black Saturday bushfires, Queensland cyclones and the Japanese and New Zealand earthquakes all received help from volunteer Australian search and rescue dogs but more can be done to boost their use, Ms Edwards said.
"Internationally they're used all the time, especially through volunteer organisations but there is limited exposure here in Australia," she said.
It takes a minimum of two years to train a search and rescue dog but considering their almost faultless tracking ability, it's a worthwhile investment.
"Search dog organisations, like so many of our emergency service workers, can be called on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, all at no cost," he said.
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Are home hair removal devices worth it?
Here's the opinion of many, including me, at the recent conference of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Home hair removal devices are best for small areas and for people who can follow a consistent schedule. For larger areas they are more useful for maintenance than primary treatment. You tend to get what you pay for……the cheaper home devices don't work as well generally.
See Dr. Irwin's new article on the Fraxel Dual laser for fine wrinkles, brown spots, pigment. It has links to her updated Fraxel article also.
And many thanks to those of you who completed a survey. It was very helpful. We'll announce the winners of the drawing very soon!
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It's a new month, which means it's time for another post of what I got up to last month. Welcome to Where I Wandered August Edition. I can't believe it's September already and that the summer weather has turned to rain here in Vancouver. Luckily, I had some friends from Alberta visited me for the first time here in BC, so I had the chance to do so many fun things with them along with a few things on my own.
St. Mark's Summit
At the beginning of the month I did a day hike to St. Mark's Summit, I did a full post on that so you can read all about it here and see some of the amazing pictures I took as well.
Vancouver Aquarium and Capilano Suspension Bridge
When my friends came to visit we did a few of the classic Vancouver tourist spots, including going to Vancouver Aquarium and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. You can read about those in my last editions: here and here. We also did the quick driving tour of Stanley Park, stopping at Prospect Point for a photo op. If you ever want to visit the park but don't have time to walk around driving is a decent way to see most of it. There are parking lots at all the points of interest, just remember that the majority of it is a one-way drive and you have to pay a minimum of one hour of parking even if you're just there 15 minutes. (Trust me I used to work there)
Lynn Canyon
This is a favourite of mine that I included in my "Top Ten Free Things to Do in Vanocuver" Post. We were looking for a super easy hike to do that didn't take long but lets you see the nature around the city. I will say that it was far more crowded than any other day I've been there which is always a little annoying when trying to get good pictures. Despite the water level being low, hoards of people flock to the river to cool off on a hot day to swim and cliff jump.
Horeshoes Bay and Whycliffe Park
Mid August ended up being a huge reunion of some of best friends. So I had to pick up my friend from the ferry at Horeshoe Bay. This little town is so quante and driving to the North Shore always makes me want to live there (despite the fact I would need to buy a car) On the way back I took my friends on a short drive around West Van to seen some of the expensive house and views from that area. We stopped by Whycliffe Park. (a cliff face covered in benches) This is a definite place to explore if you have a car or way of getting there. There's a rocky beach connecting to an island at low tide, along with numerous paths. The terrain is rocky but the views are unreal. I've seen whales from this spot last year and it's one of the best places to see the sunset if you prefer a view of the water, rather than the city. There's even a hidden beach, and despite being fairly small there are a few hidden trails if you head in the right direction 😉
Capilano Canyon
I'm a huge introvert so taking time to explore on my own is a huge way I refreshed and recharged after a busy week. So while looking up places to
cliff dive swim in and around Vancouver I found Capilano Canyon. I had heard of it as a good hiking spot but didn't really know what to expect. It ended up being a nearly perfect day. There are a few paths around the river that lead to views of the dam and salmon hatchery. I did almost accidently fall in the water while attempting to snapchat my view… so be careful if you go off the beaten path. Despite the fact that it was really cold, I did take a dip in the water. I just couldn't resist and I love the refreshing cold of the BC rivers. I also experimented with using Instastories that day, so if you want to see any new adventures follow me here.
Veledrome Trail to Burnaby Mountain
My roommate found this short hike for us to do in Burnaby which I agreed to without thinking too much about how hard it would be. It's only an hour hike but involves 500 stairs. This was on a day I had wanted to go to the beach so I was not overall prepared to do strenuous exercise. I did enjoy it though as I'm also interested in exploring new places in and around Vancouver I've never been before. There's also a restaurant at the top where we enjoyed happy hour, but you could also just drive straight there. 😉
Jericho Beach
This beach was one on my summer bucket list, as was one of the few popular beaches I had yet to go to. It was a nice beach but, as with most Vancouver beaches, your view of the water and mountains also has a dozen plus shipping containers in the inlet. I didn't walk too far down the beach or park but I'm sure there would have been more beautiful views if I had. It was one of those places that was nice to visit to but not necessarily worth going out of your way for if you're not a local. The one thing I really did like though compared to most beaches in Vancouver it had a large park where families were having picnics and just hanging out in the shade, and it was definitely less crowded and similar enough to Kitsilano beach.
Shipyard Night Market
I had never heard about this local market before and was excited to see what it was all about. There were lots of vendors selling cute crafts, as well as live music, but the main attractions in the food trucks. I'm not even sure how many there were, but it was definitely too many to choose from. We got there at a perfect time to eat our food while watching the sunset over the water. This is a summer event I would recommend to tourists and locals alike, but make sure to take transit instead of driving as parking was horrendous and made me almost get into an accident.It's on every Friday night until Sept. 30th!
Where did you all wander last month? I'd love here about it. Stay in touch via Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. I'm also super excited to be heading to Ireland soon so stay tuned for posts on that!


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Allen Folk Music Society
You are welcome to join us!
The Allen Folk Music Society meets on the third Saturday of each month for an old-fashioned sing along. Bring an acoustic instrument, a song to share, and a snack to share (please no alcohol since we are on city property.)
Open to ages 15 to 100.
Address: 102 S Allen Drive, Allen TX 75002 (on Allen Drive just north of McDermott)
Mapquest map to: The offices of Allen Arts Alliance and Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and home of the Allen Folk Music Society
The Blue House
The Blue House
102 S Allen Drive
Allen TX 75002
The Blue House is located on Allen Drive just north of McDermott.


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Well that was a vicious spiral of not having time to write blogs. Between work, Christmas parties and dinners, I'm finally home late on Tuesday night with the intention of putting back 3 beers. None of which I'm very excited for. Let's dive in. First up is the Kaleidoscope Mosaic IPA. Mosaic refers to the … Continue reading Craft Beer Advent Calendar – Dec 17,18,19
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CBAC – December 11, 2016
We are falling way behind. Kristi wanted to sleep last night and refused to let me drink my beer when I got home because she really wanted to try it too. I will be playing catch up tonight though I will do separate blogs. One now. One when I get home from Kristi's parents. I … Continue reading CBAC – December 11, 2016


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Another day, another new design from the good folks over at adidas. Today they return with a brand new sneaker that takes the UltraBOOST off-road. Adidas Unveils An UltraBOOST-Inspired Trail Shoe, a clean and eye-catching rendition of the classic kicks that makes for a modern trail design. The kicks come rocking an upper constructed of a breathable mesh while a molded external heel counter and mid-foot cage provides superior support.
The kicks are then added to with a lightweight EVA midsole and molded sock liner while coming with a unique split tongue design. The sneakers also feature perforations on the cage, making for a customizable fit in the process. Check out the sleek and stylish new design in the images below and give us your thoughts in the comments. The 24/7 Trail is available now via Sneaker Politics, but act fast!
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"He comforts us in all our troubles so that we, in turn, may be of comfort others in their need."
That is the foundation of the Extend-A-Hand Committee—to provide comfort, help and compassion to fellow parishioners and their family members when they experience the death of a loved one.
Many families would like to arrange for a reception following the funeral of a loved one. Often these families are from out-of-town or are simply unable to arrange for a reception for another reason. The Extend-A-Hand Committee will arrange receptions in the church hall following funeral masses. We order the food and drinks, set up the room, make sandwiches, etc., and bake desert items. After the reception, we clean up the hall and kitchen. This is all done with loving care and provides needed assistance to grieving family members who are often too busy or too distraught to make these arrangements themselves.
Need often cannot be anticipated, so arrangements must be made within a very few days. Those who participate in this ministry are generous and flexible with their time.
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Maya Bay – Monaco
This weekend I went for dinner at Maya Bay in Monaco which is situated just by the Meridien Beach Plaza Hôtel.
The restaurant have two different sections -one Japanese and one Thai. We decided to go to the Thai "Red room" which was a nice change since we so often have sushi when we go out for dinner.
We started with a fabulous Champagne Cocktail with lychee and lemon grass while browsing through their menu. Normally I prefer my Champagne just as it is, but these cocktails were so good! -to the point that we reordered them after dinner aswell.
As to their menu..They had so much nice food that you couldn't make up your mind what to have. I was also highly impressed by their wide wine list where you could find bottles like Petrus, Château Latour, Château Margeaux and some other crazy expensive Pomerols. We went for a bottle of Marlborough, which is one of my absolute favorite white wines that went perfect along with the spicy food.
I started with steamed dumplings with prawns and Thai basil with a little soya dip sauce. LOVED IT! Then I continued with grilled gambas in a spicy yellow curry sauce that I had with fried noodles. All cooked to perfection and just as spicy as I like it!
I have to say, the food really was sensational! Haven't had this good Thai food since I got it cooked by my Thai chef friend when I was on the yachts.
Last but not least, the service was great! Everyone was extremely friendly and professional! This is a place not to miss while you're in Monaco!


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I was standing chatting with some friends at my running club right after a run one night a couple weeks ago and heard RB talking about a duathlon that was being offered in our area on July 24. For those that don't know a duathlon is a run-bike-run combination, not to be confused with the biathlon, which is the official term for the Olympic sport of skiing and shooting.
In any case RB was interested in doing the running part as a team member of a relay team. No one responded when she asked around if anyone wanted to do the cycling part, so next thing I head was my big mouth saying I would do it, "By the way, how far do I have to cycle…?"
I then learned it was 34 kilometers, yeah 21 miles how bad could that be, right! I mean I just cycled 20 km during my Triathlon the week before…in any case I would be doing it with RB, joy! We quickly formed our strategy, which basically consisted of showing up at the event.
So this past Saturday I picked RB up about an hour and half before the duathlon was to start and we made our way to the next town, Graben where the event was held. Several members of the cycling club are also members of our running club, so we were among friends as we signed in. One of our running friends showed me where to park my CUBE and walked us through the event. Then we chilled out and waited for the briefing that was to be held at 1:30 p.m., a half hour before the start. After the briefing we made last minute checks and got ready to race.
The duathlon consisted of 34 km (21 mi.) of cycling sandwiched between two 4 km (2.5 mi.) runs. RB would start the event with her first 4 km run, which consisted of a 2 km out and back course. The Graben Duathlon is a small event, this year there were 72 individual starters and 14 relay teams. I heard there was more signed up this year, but it had rained the morning of the event, so I guess several decided to stay home.
As RB lined up at the start I stood with other friends from the running club that had arrived to lend their support. We sent RB off with our cheers, than I went to warm-up. The other relay team members were lingering or warming up, the most taking a small loop with their bikes. I warmed up with a short run, than rode around the block with my CUBE just to make sure everything was set.
I had estimated RB would need around 23 minutes, but knew never to underestimate her. Shortly after 22 minutes she rounded the corner and I was ready, she only needed to run over to my bike and tap my shoulder and I could set out. This accomplished, I ran with my CUBE across the small parking lot to the mounting point where I could mount my bike and take off. An official made sure I had my helmet and I was off.
I did my best to pick up the pace, but right away was fighting a headwind that my friend Joseph had warned me about earlier. As I left town I passed an intersection where a roughly 10K loop began, from Graben to Liedolsheim to Russheim, then back to Graben. Cyclists had to complete three of these loops.
This was the second year of the duathlon and friends had mentioned that the road to Liedolsheim was the fastest part of the loop. Unfortunately on this day this was the part with the strongest headwind, rather than making time I grew slower! By the time I completed the roughly 3 km to Liedolsheim I felt like I had just cycled through the hills of the Black Forest, despite the relatively level course. I tried not to think about the fact that I had to repeat this two more times as I entered the town. In Liedolsheim the organizers had closed one lane of the local road to traffic for the event, I was able to weave my way through unbehindered.
I was able to gain speed as I left Leidolsheim and made my way over the 2 km to Russheim. About two minutes out the first wave of cyclist on their second loop flew by, amazing! I tried to pick up the pace a bit, with limited success. Soon I reached the outskirts of Russheim, where we turned right and headed over an approximately 4 km stretch that would complete the loop. Part of this was over open fields and I was again fighting a headwind. Cyclist continued to fly by on occasion as I completed my first loop.
Upon completing the loop I was quite surprised to see that I had only cycled about 6-7 kilometer, I thought the course was longer, but at the pitifall speed that I was cycling I was glad. During my triathlon I average around 27 KPH (kilometer per hour), I was barely managing 17-18.
Discouraged I rounded the corner and tried to push harder as I began my second loop. I pedaled and pedaled, feeling like I was making progress, but couldn't get any faster than 18 KPH. Even on the faster stretch between Liedolsheim and Russheim I could only manage 21!
I fought these demons as I circled, I didn't feel like was going any slower than by my Triathlon. My thoughts were interrupted as I rounded the corner by Russheim and sas a cyclist on the horizon, finally a chance to catch someone! I sprang forward with renewed effort and managed to catch and pass the cyclist after a few minutes, she was breathing hard, easy prey. I fixed my sights on the next and soon forgot about my pitiful speed problem.
As I rounded the curve and started my third loop I was soon upon the next cyclist, but they were giving up ground without a fight, I needed almost 3 kilometers to catch and pass him. I continued to pump my legs through Liedolsheim, hoping to catch another cyclist or two before the finish. As I rounded the loop by Russheim I saw two far ahead of me, it would be rough.
My quads were crying by the time I reached the end of the loop and turned back into Graben, around a kilometer to go. The two cyclist had maintained their lead and I was pumping like crazy to try to give RB a good start on her second 4 km loop.
I wound my way back to the small parking lot and dismounted, tapping RB on her shoulder as she asked me how I was, out of breath I grunted and she was off. I returned my CUBE to the rack and caught my breath, chatting with Joseph for a couple minutes.
I stowed my CUBE in the car and grabbed RB's sweater, thinking she might need it when she's done, somehow my brain didn't register that it was 27°C (80°F) outside. My sanity was again tested when Joseph asked me what my average speed was, I said around 17 KPH. He said that's not possible, I had finished the 34 km in around 1:14:00 (later it would dawn on me my Odometer was set to miles)!
I waited for RB for a bit with Joseph and started wondering if she was suffering on the course, so decided I needed some fresh air and ran out to meet her. After 3-4 minutes I came up on RB and we ran to the finish together, I stopped just before and let her cross the finish line.
We chomped on some watermelon and chatted a bit with Joseph, until he had to leave, then picked up some food. We listened to the awards ceremony as we ate, we were the 13th relay team out of 14, the most were members of triathlon and cycling clubs, we had little chance of keeping up with them. We were pleased that we beat at least one team, and by over 5 minutes! A friend of ours that also did the relay won a 5th place prize, but had already left, so we collected it for him – we could drop it off on the way home.
After the awards ceremony we said our goodbyes to those we knew and I drove RB home. It was a nice change of pace from our normal running, I hope we can do it again next year.
Race Report: The Graben Duathlon 2010
I was standing chatting with some friends at my running club right after a run one night a couple weeks ago and heard RB talking about a duathlon that was being offered in our area on July 24. For those that don't know a duathlon is a run-bike-run combination, not to be confused with the biathlon, which is the official term for the Olympic sport of skiing and shooting.


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Music not only soothes the soul, but it can enhance the brain as well. At this Science on Tap, explore the origins of music, why humans enjoy making and listening to music, and how the brain behaves when we create music. Also, learn how music practice might improve brain development and prevent or limit the effects of aging and brain injury. In this multi-media presentation, Dr. Larry Sherman, an OHSU neuroscientist and accomplished pianist who studies normal brain development and neurodegenerative diseases, will combine musical performance, thought-provoking data, and lively discussion. Dr. Sherman is a Professor and Senior Scientist of Neuroscience at OHSU and President of the Oregon Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience.
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So I've been out of town on business for the last week and have REALLY slacked on uploading recipes! I cannot believe Angel let me get away with going this long! He's usually really good about keeping me on my toes about posting.
Anyway, I was going to post the Pumpkin Pie recipe, but I feel that the crust needs a little work, so you'll just have to wait a minute until I figure that one out ;)
We came across a version of this while we were out of town one weekend and it was so good, I had to make an adaptation of my own. I really have never heard of a citrus flan before, but it is so light and delicious. I made this recipe while he was out working late one day and surprised him when he came home (I love surprises that make Angel happy), and it seemed to really brighten his day.
Recipe: Paleo Lemon Flan
- 1 cup unrefined Cane Sugar or Coconut Crystals
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 can Coconut Milk
- 1 Vanilla Bean
- Rind of 1 Meyer Lemon
- 1 pinch Coarse Sea Salt (about 1/8 tsp)
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Take ½ cup coconut crystals and put a thin layer in the bottom of each ramekin. If you are using sugar instead, put it in a saucepan and heat it slowly until all the sugar melts, stirring frequently. Then pour it into 6 (6 oz) ramekins (you can do 4 oz ramekins too).
- Next, beat the eggs until smooth. Set them aside.
- Cut the yellow part of the rind off of the lemon. If you get a little white, that is perfectly OK. Then cut the rind into thinner strips – this is not rocket science. It does not matter what they look like – you just want to cut them down so the oils can get out. Then put them in a saucepan.
- In the same saucepan, bring the coconut milk, remaining ½ cup coconut crystals (or sugar), vanilla, sea salt and lemon rind to a boil. Once it starts to bubble, turn down the heat, cover with a lid, and let simmer for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, take the mixture and strain it into a separate bowl to remove all of the lemon rinds. Let it sit for 5 minutes (or more if you like, this is just to cool it down a little).
- With a whisk in one hand and the eggs in another, slowly add the eggs to the milk mixture, whisking constantly. Pour slowly over the coconut crystals, taking care not to let the coconut crystals disperse into the milk mixture – the goal here is to have a sweet caramel-like topping when you flip it out of the ramekin. If you used sugar, it will be hard at this point…I mean, really really hard…like a rock, so you won't have any issues with pouring.
- Next, you want to take a baking dish (I used a glass 9×9), place the ramekins in it, then fill around them with water until the dish is 2/3 full.
- Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes. When done, the top of the flan will look a little tan and will be a little set. If you wiggle the pan, the flan will be a very thick liquid.
- Take them out of the dish and put them in the refrigerator for at least an hour (the longer the better…I make ours the night before now that I know what I'm doing!)
Preparation time: 20 minute(s)
Cooking time: 45 minute(s)
Diet tags: Gluten free
Number of servings (yield): 6
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This dessert is great with our Paleo Taco Salad, Paleo Flank Steak or Paleo Fajitas.


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"We Buy Cars, U Pull Parts"
At UAPI Auto Parts, we have a "work hard for us, and we'll work hard for you," employment philosophy. Our entire team is commission based. That means everyone is paid based on production, so we all have a vested interest in providing superior service and products which will keep our customers coming back again and again. Employees who mirror this philosophy are well compensated, receive training to continue skills development, and tend to stay with us a long time.
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This article conducts an assessment of the efficiency of rural producer organization involvement in rural Uganda for the case of UTZ certification. It assesses both implemented and alternative set-ups of UTZ certification that differ in terms of financing of entry and running costs, the number of farmers initially included, and the repayment period for initial investment. It provides an estimate of the maximum potential impact of UTZ certification for smallholder coffee producers in Uganda.
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Our goal is to help patients return to good health, preventing functional decline while in the hospital, by working with patients and caregivers to develop the best long-term approach to wellness.
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Clairvoyance allows you to map an area of the dungeon around you, showing corridor walls and stairs. This is similar to magic mapping but somewhat limited. Where magic mapping reveals the whole level, if it can be mapped, Clairvoyance will only reveal a 19×11 region around you. Like magic mapping, the map will remain unlit and will not reveal secret doors, traps or objects. Importantly however, Clairvoyance will reveal the map surrounding you on levels that will not be mapped by magic mapping, such as the Valley of the Dead.
If you have Clairvoyance as an intrinsic or extrinsic, the effect of mapping the area around you is not constant but will occur with 50% probability every 15th turn.
A time when clairvoyance may be undesirable is when exploring a maze, because it makes it difficult to distinguish areas that have already been visited from those that haven't (and therefore may contain useful objects).[1]
Gaining ClairvoyanceEdit
You can only ever get intrinsic Clairvoyance temporarily, for a random length of between 500 and 999 turns, by donating between xplevel*200 and xplevel*400 to an aligned priest.
In SLASH'EM, a blessed potion of clairvoyance will give you intrinsic clairvoyance for between 100 and 149 turns.
Clairvoyance can only be obtained as an extrinsic by wearing a cornuthaum as a wizard, or by carrying the Amulet of Yendor.
Single useEdit
You can get a single application of Clairvoyance by casting the clairvoyance spell, which is a level 3 divination spell.
In SLASH'EM, you can also get a single application of clairvoyance by drinking an uncursed Potion of Clairvoyance.


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Every Wednesday, Administrative Editor Jordan Breen welcomes a member of the mixed martial arts media into "Press Row" on the Sherdog.com blog. This week, Breen is joined by FoxSports.com's Damon Martin Damon Martin.
Tuesday provided some surprising fodder in the MMA headlines, with Cristiane "Cyborg" Justino and Ultimate Fighting Championship boss Dana White going back-and-forth over the promotion offering Justino two shots at an inaugural UFC women's featherweight title and a catchweight bout with Holly Holm, which the Brazilian turned down. Breen and Martin break down Justino's explanation for why she opted not to take on a UFC title fight, when and where that may eventually happen and whether or not Cyborg's frequent discussions with the MMA media, in both English and Portuguese, have helped or hurt her cause with her promoter and with fans.
The pair also tackle the logistics of a UFC women's 145-pound division, the lack of depth in the division and how the company can potentially work around it and ultimately, whether or not the adage "If you build, they will come" applies to a women's featherweight division and could lead to an influx of Olympic talents to the sport.
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Tommy Hilfiger Eau De Toilette for Women
The Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl Eu De Cologne has been created for the woman who expects only the finest. This rich and comfortable fragrance for women tempts you and everyone around you with its timeless fruity and oriental scent. Tommy Girl by Tommy Hilfiger is a floral, fruity fragrance for women. Tommy Girl portrays today's young woman: lively, self-determining and natural. That's what you get from Tommy Hilfiger Eau De Toilette for Women.
Takes you back to gardens bursting with rose, honeysuckle and jasmine.
Captivatingly fun, Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl Eau de Toilette captures the exciting energy of youth. Introduced by Tommy Hilfiger in 1996, is a refreshing and energetic floral fragrance, with opulent low notes of warm sandalwood, cedar and leather. It is recommended for daytime use. Takes you back to gardens bursting with rose, honeysuckle and jasmine. Tommy Girl's bright floral notes are energetic and fresh.
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Tommy Girl For Women By Tommy Hilfiger:
Starts with top notes of black currant, mandarin orange, camellia, apple blossom,
Continues with middle notes of honeysuckle, lily, violet, grapefruit,
Ending with base notes of magnolia, leather, sandalwood, jasmine, cedar.
Opens with a flirtatious mix of black currant.
It is a mixture of sunny, fruity and romantic floral notes resulting to an sparkling fragrance. Perfume opens with a flirtatious mix of black currant, mandarin orange and apple tree blossom. At its heart is a romantic mixture of florals including honeysuckle, lily, violet, and rose. This heart is energized with a the enthusiasms of grapefruit, and lemon with a dash of refreshing mint. At its base is an intricate dry down of magnolia, leather, sandalwood, jasmine and cedar.
It is great for day wear, with light notes, so a fresh clean smell.
Great for day wear, with light notes, so a fresh clean smell. It does smell like bright after shower mornings and awake! Use it every day and apply just a spray or two. It lasts hours and hours. Gorgeous bottle, fairly strong floral scent.
This is a wonderful scent for younger people.
It is fresh and light and lasts for ages, always receive compliments! Tommy Girl is a light flowery fragrance but very sensual and fresh. Recommended for everybody who likes nice, fresh scent. This is a wonderful scent for younger people. It smells fresh, clean and uplifting and is not too provocative for a young teen or tween to wear. It's classy, light and perfect for daytime wear whatever your age. It has light floral notes and light tea notes, giving an airy, floaty feel to it. Great value for money and long lasting.
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There are two things that dogs enjoy more than anything: belly rubs and treats.
Well, not all dogs enjoy belly rubs, but every dog on the planet adores a tasty treat.
In fact, dogs will resort to anything to get their treats, including deception.
But how do we know what's good for our dogs and what's not?
Some types of human food are safe to serve as treats. However, finding healthy dog treats can seem like a difficult task, as there are so many options to choose from.
Keep reading to find out what treats we can use to reward our dogs without feeling guilty about it.
Dogs require a total of 22 amino acids to support optimal metabolic function. A dog's liver produces only 12 of these amino acids, whereas the other 10 must come from the dog's diet.
Both grains and meat can provide these acids. That said, meat is easier for dogs to digest, and it's a complete protein source.
So what's the best way to select the right healthy dog treats that contain meat?
Always check the ingredients. High-quality meat-based treats list the meat at the top.
A great example of this is Zuke's Mini Naturals Roasted Chicken Recipe. It contains only three and a half calories in each treat, and it isn't made with cheap fillers such as soy or corn.
There are many great options for jerky as well. Rocco & Roxie Supply Co Jerky is a healthy option, and our furry friends love it!
Dogs love to chew on things, sometimes to the detriment of everyone around them. This is why it's important to include chew treats in their diet.
Chew treats are unique because they can improve a dog's dental health. These treats help ensure that a dog doesn't experience too much tartar and plaque buildup.
However, some chew treats are more effective at improving dental health than others.
The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) includes a black and white seal on the back of products that meet their pre-requisites.
Greenies Dental Treats not only have the VOHC's seal of approval, but they're also irresistible to dogs. These treats come in various sizes and textures, making them ideal for dogs of any breed or age.
Biscuits are the ideal treat for any owner looking to avoid a greasy mess.
When selecting for the healthiest biscuit treats, avoid options that contain artificial preservatives. Examples of these preservatives include ethoxyquin, butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), and propyl gallate.
The next thing to consider is the size of the biscuit. Different sized dogs require different sized treats.
Old Mother Hubbard Crunchy Classic Dog Treats contain only natural ingredients and come in three sizes. Also, they come in a variety of flavors that dogs crave.
Your dog's diet needs healthy dog treats to compliment the best dry dog food you can find.
Keep in mind that treats should only constitute approximately 10% of any dog's daily calorie intake. We recommend consulting a vet, who can make an accurate determination based on the dog's weight and activity level.
An easy way to determine the right amount on your own is to check the calories on the package. The vast majority of manufacturers are eager to list how many calories are in each treat.
Does your dog have a favorite healthy treat? Let us know in the comment section below!


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– 6 poblano peppers
– 1/4 cup onion, small dice
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 2 cups chicken broth, preferably fresh
– salt and pepper to taste
– 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
– 2 cups milk or half and half
– 3 tablespoons butter
– 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Garnishes (optional)
– 1/2 cup Monterrey jack cheese, (shredded)
– 2 ea corn tortillas (6-inch) cut into thin strips and crisp-fried and drained on paper towels
1. Preheat oven to broil. Place poblano chili peppers on a cookie sheet and place in oven. Allow skin to blacken and blister, turning the chili peppers until all sides are done. (Note: Do not overcook.) When they are done, place them in a paper bag and seal. In about 15 to 20 minutes, take them out of the bag and peel the skin off each one. Remove the stems and seeds.
2. Combine in blender, chili peppers, onions, garlic, broth, salt and pepper to taste and nutmeg. Blend until smooth. In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk and set aside. In another saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter or margarine, add the flour and stir well. Add the warmed milk and stir until well blended. Add the chili pepper mixture and mix well. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.


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Is your life perfect? Are you as happy as you could possible be? If the answer is yes, then you may as well stop reading right now. But honestly I don't think there are many people on this planet who would answer either of those questions with a yes and truly mean it. I think almost everyone on this earth would change at least a few things about their life if it was easy. And that's just it – "if it was easy".
We all wish it was easy to change our lives for the better. Wouldn't it be fantastic if money wasn't a concern and we enjoyed getting up to go to work or school every day? Of course it would, but the truth is that most people aren't satisfied with their financial situation, with their relationships, with their appearance and so many other things. But you have to start asking yourself, "what am I going to do to change it?"
One thing we all love to do is complain. I'll be the first to admit that I complain about so many things that I know for a fact I could change if I worked for it, but it's "too much effort" or I "can't be bothered" or "I don't have the time". There are a couple of aspects of my life that I wish I could change, but I'm too lazy. I guess I'm writing this post to help myself out more than anyone else, but hopefully a few of you will read this and realise that you can make the changes to your life that you want to make, and it can be easier than you think.
All those hours spent watching Netflix, Youtube, online shopping, napping, drinking and whatever else you might do in your spare time, could be spent being more productive. If you're satisfied with your life and you enjoy coming home and doing those things, then great! Keep doing whatever makes you happy. But maybe you're not fully satisfied and maybe you need some extra income right now. Well, find a way to earn some extra income in your spare time. Don't sit down in front of the TV for hours after work, but instead earn yourself some extra income through retail arbitrage or matched betting or survey sites or something else. If you want something you have to go there and take it for yourself because no one is going to give it to you.
It baffles me when I think that we as humans will settle for anything less than perfect. Why should we settle when there are things that make us unhappy in our lives? If you're bored, do something about it. If you don't have as much money, do something about it. If you don't enjoy your job, do something about it. If you're not happy in your relationship, do something about it. Don't complain about it all unless you're actively trying to change your life. The truth is that most of us are much better off than we care to admit. Even some of the poorest people in the US and UK and other developed countries are better off than people all over the world. The chances are that if you're reading this, then you're very lucky. Out of 7.7 billion people, you're one of the lucky few with access to a computer or a phone or a tablet and the internet, so maybe we should all stop complaining and actual do something about whatever it is we are complaining about.
Personally, I haven't done enough to change the things I want to change. I've changed some things, but not enough. I want to set myself goals to achieve by the end of the year and that will be a great starting point for me. I want to enjoy my university degree, I want to enjoy my life and I want to be happy. Everyone deserves the chance to be happy, but we have to work hard for it.
Making major life changes can be very difficult, so start small and work your way up. If motivation is an issue (it is for me) then find ways to motivate yourself. We wrote a post on this a while ago if you want to check it out here. If money is an issue, start some side hustles to earn some extra cash. Retail arbitrage is a great method which I've started recently and we wrote a post on that too so check out our guide here. Change the things you eat to be more healthy. Take extra steps to be kind to others. Change some of the decor in your home. Start a new hobby. Change your morning or nightly routine. Any changes, no matter how small, can seriously affect the rest of your life in a positive way and make you much happier. So before you go to bed tonight, have a think about the things that you would like to change, and go for it. Seriously think about what the worst outcome could possibly be, and just go for it. It might just turn out to be the best decision of your life.
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EVO - IOOC, Gold Medal, 2019
New York Competition 2019, Gold
New York Competition 2017, Gold
As seen in Cooks' Illustrated March - April 2017. Frescobaldi Laudemio is a stunning emerald green color. We found it to be redolent of fresh cut grass with elements of fruit and floral. The taste is olives and artichokes, pungent and complex, with a notable peppery finish. A robust and complex oil. Packaged in a gift box. Filtered, estate-bottled.
Review: "an excellent example of a very carefully made oil, virtually fault free…without the aggressive character typical of Tuscan oils — one that often puts off U.S. consumers. This harvest has a well-rounded flavor of fresh walnuts and a spicy peppery finish." -- Nancy Harmon Jenkins, ZesterDaily.com, 2.12.13
This estate is located in the hills of Chianti Rufina. All producers of Laudemios must adhere to strict guidelines established by the Laudemio consortium. The Frescobaldi Laudemio is consistently rated "exceptional."
Bronze Medal. Medium. Los Angeles Olive Oil Competition, 2020
Bronze Medal. Robust. Los Angeles Olive Oil Competition. April 2017
Silver Medal, Robust, Los Angeles Olive Oil Competition, April 2016
Bronze Medal, Robust, Los Angeles Olive Oil Competition, April 2014
Slow Food 2013
Silver Medal, Robust, Los Angeles Olive Oil Competition, April 2013
Serve with soups, farro, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, and risotto.
Olive cultivars: Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino.
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Hawaiian Coconut Creche and Costco Creche
Willow Tree Creche and Doug's Jerusalem Creche
Honeymoon Mexico Creche
Kid Friendly Creches. (I love the Little People version)
Christmas Cards:
(Especially when they come with a picture and/or letter)
After today, I need to start a new door.
Awesome gift from BFF Ang. The Jan Pienkowski illustrations are awesome.
"The Sweet Smell of Christmas"
I'm pretty sure this book is older than I am. The Scratch 'n Sniff stickers don't smell anymore, but I try every year anyway. Luckily I remember exactly what they used to smell like 20 years ago.
German Spinny Thing:
Doug got it on his mission. I really like it in theory...because it involves fire. But in actuallity, the propellers always fall off and we can't light the candles because we only have one set.
Mayflower ornament. Ships in bottles are just really cool.
Handprint Santa: made by Max and (*sniff*) San Francisco Trolley
From my childhood. The rocking horse says "Emily 1978" on the other side. All of my siblings had a different one from Grandma Call.
I love Christmas!!!!!
Dec 21, 2006
2 comments:
- Linz said...
OH! What a great post! I love Christmas too! I love all of the Nativites! We also have a German Spinny thing (I am sure both our hubbies flinched at that descriptoin!) but our candles melted at some point, so they are bent! M's parents let us bring home the BIG one that Michael got for them and it is so neat! 4 leavels of Christmas spinning fun!!
Thank you for this sweet post! Merry Christmas!!
- Anonymous said...
Oooo German spinny thing with fire.
Very nice.
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This is where we expected to be at the beginning of the season, right?
Never mind that Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder formed one of the most epic one-two punches in perhaps baseball history. Never mind that the team won a franchise-best 96 games during the regular season. And never mind that the team had three legitimate aces to form the front end of their starting rotation, and a bullpen that is the envy of all postseason teams.
It would have been a long offseason for Brewers fans to endure if there hadn't been any championship games in Milwaukee.
So with Game 1 of what is sure to be a testy and classic matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals, I'm ready to declare the season a success no matter how the Brewers fare in the NLCS.
There is absolutely no love lost between the Brewers and the Cardinals. When Lance Berkman was questioned about that very topic, he replied simply and directly: "And that's correct." The last time these two teams saw each other, Chris Carpenter threw an f-bomb at Nyjer Morgan, who would have taken on the entire Cardinals roster had he not been restrained. I'm giving a better than 50-percent chances of a bench-clearing brawl.
That all adds to the high-tension that already accompanies a rematch of the 1982 World Series, won in seven games by the Cardinals. But the Brewers dominated the Cardinals in Game 1 of that series; lefty Mike Caldwell tossed a three-hit complete game shutout and the Brewers' offense – Harvey's Wallbangers – exploded for ten runs on seventeen hits. Molitor and Yount, yesterday's Fielder and Braun, combined to go nine-for-twelve with two RBI each.
Caldwell was not a strikeout pitcher, but the Brewers send one out today in Zack Greinke, who had 201 strikeouts in only 171 innings during the regular season. Greinke was consistent with his strikeouts in his short start against the D'Backs in Game 2 of the NLDS (7 K, 5 IP), but allowed four runs on eight hits. Greinke, as he has all season, really struggled to keep the ball down in the zone, and three of the hits were home runs. Brewers fans won't have much to cheer about today if he does that against a Cardinals lineup anchored by Albert Pujols, Matt Holliday, and Lance Berkman.
But enough of the game minutiae for now. The Brewers have their first playoff series win since 1982. And that's something even the Cardinals can't ruin.


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Well many things can happen within a sister's relationship. On any one day, and sometimes within quite a short space of time your sister can be your best friend and worst enemy. The closeness you have with her can be both a strength and weakness. Because of the long standing relationship you have with her, there are usually intense feelings of love and hate, coupled with undying support and loyalty towards each other.
Sometimes in spite of, and typically because of this - sisters choose to work together very successfully.
One such pair are twin sisters Angie Wintle and Sharlee Earley. Angie manages a trust looking after two girls with severe disabilities. Sharlee is one of 13 staff employed by the trust.
The overwhelming feeling emanating from these two was their sense of closeness, reliability and absolute trust in each other.
Although competitiveness exists, (they are identical twins after all), there was present an absolute loyalty towards each other.
Generally speaking, sisters have an unbreakable support system, and an almost unspoken dialogue that communicates itself through their interactions. Some sisters talk in shorthand. Most of the time they are in agreement without discussion, at other times there is a strong need to come to a consensus.
There are many differences that exist in the working sister relationship; depending on their place in the family. For instance take an older sister who is naturally more protective of the younger one. The younger sister may feel bossed around and at times resentful of that. Naturally for twins like Angie and Sharlee, there will be a more robust level of competition. Experiencing sibling rivalry is quite normal, but at the end of the day, most sisters are there for each other.
When looking at the advantages and disadvantages of working together, these two were very aligned in their thinking. As an example, Angie feels that working together is good, because she can always count on Sharlee as consistent back up. She also sees her as very reliable and more inclined to help her out. Her flexibility is a key advantage to the trust. Meanwhile, whenever possible, Sharlee wants to be there to support Angie.
Sharlee reports that although it has many advantages, one of the down sides of their working relationship can be that this is the only time they get to spend together. Subsequently, most of their time spent with each other, is in working hours. This can feel at times as though something is missing from their relationship. The quality time they would spend together, is diluted and can make the relationship more stressed than it would normally be. Angie agrees and puts it down to the busy lives they both lead.
Generally speaking they agree there are many more advantages than disadvantages, but that having strategies in place initially - helps the success of their working relationship.
1. Set boundaries initially, know whose role belongs to whom
2. Be open minded – respect your sister's opinion
3. Be honest – this builds more trust and respect
4. Self monitor – check whether you are speaking as a sister/colleague
5. If necessary, seek mentoring support for both of you – a professional with no agenda is best
Overall, the fact that you and your sister are working together, suggests a mutual trust and respect exists. Add that to your deep knowledge of each other – including the strength and weaknesses, and the potential is there for a successful working enterprise.
• You can have an altercation, without it becoming a serious employment issue
• She knows how you think
• You are more inclined to help each other out
• She is there for you when it counts
• You each have the other's best interests at heart
• You put yourself out more than you would for a non-related colleague
• The unconscious and conscious sibling rivalry that exists
• Spending time working together instead of having fun together
• Having to report to a sister in management; conversely
• Having to give your sister directives
• Being compared in the workplace
• Having arguments that aren't always resolved easily
With the best will in the world, there will be times when your working together is more negative than positive. You may even experience it affecting your personal relationships and turning family gatherings sour. If this is the case you could try the following-
1. Try to talk things out together in a non-threatening way. If this doesn't work:
2. Use mediation, you will need to choose someone you are both comfortable with
3. Use I language, e.g., I feel annoyed when my ideas are ignored, instead of you make me annoyed because you don't listen
4. Make behaviour consistent with words used – if you have a certain stance on an issue; make sure your body language/subsequent actions are in alignment.
The bottom line - working together can be fantastic! If the relationship is a good one, you will find you are both supportive, helpful and there for each other.
If the relationship is a bad one to start with then there will be ongoing and unhelpful issues that undermine every interaction you have. If this is the case you may need to cut your losses and move on. For most sisters the relationship dynamic that exists, lies between support being fundamental to the relationship and arguing some of the time. This is a normal part of 'being sisters'.
Whatever you choose, remember family comes first! You can easily replace that computer that keeps breaking down - a sister, however, is irreplaceable!


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Dr. Ryan Wade, D.C., MUAC
Dr. Ryan Wade, D.C. is a chiropractor who serves Gold Canyon, Chandler, Mesa and the surrounding communities in AZ .
Dr. Ryan Wade, D.C. is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician, Physiotherapist with a background in Personal Fitness and Sports Nutrition that is also liscensed to perform manipulation under anesthesia in the state of Arizona. Born and raised in Illinois, he moved to Arizona in 1993 to pursue his education in Health Care. He later went on to earn his Chiropractic and Physiotherapy degrees from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri. Upon graduation in August of 2000 he received The Health Center Achievement Award, Certificate of Merit, Clinical Proficiency Award, and Special Consulting and Teaching Services Awards. Dr Wade's diverse ongoing training and experience over the past 13 years as a Chiropractor in the Southeast Valley have allowed him to help thousands of patients. Dr. Wade is committed to promoting optimal health and well being to all of his patients.
Dr Wade has worked with local organizations like the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Arizona as well as donating numerous hours at the Vista Del Mar Orphanage in Costa Rica as a volunteer.
Dr. Wade uses a variety of techniques including: Diversified, Thompson Drop, Activator, Flexion Distraction, Logan Basic, Arthrostim and Impulse Adjusting as well as some of the latest and most effective therapies available. Due to his extensive training and teaching experience he understands the importance of rehabilitation in conjunction with Chiropractic. It is essential muscle and core balance is also achieved to obtain greater overall spinal health.
At Superstition Chiropractic Dr. Wade uses chiropractic care to improve the health and wellness in all areas of patient's lives, whether they are having problems with back pain or neck pain, or just want to start feeling better when they wake up in the morning. Dr. Wade takes a "whole person" approach in chiropractic care, which means looking for the underlying causes of disease, discomfort, and pain, as opposed to just treating the symptoms. Many seemingly unrelated symptoms often arise from imbalances in the spinal column, and Dr. Wade will be able to determine the root of the pain and create a personalized chiropractic and wellness plan to suit each patient's individual needs. Under the supervision and care of our caring and skilled chiropractor, patients report higher functioning in all areas of their lives.


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College and Study Abroad
College Applications
There are two applications that together cover many of the colleges you may be interested in attending. For state schools in Texas, fill out the Apply Texas application.
For many private and some public schools, use the The Common Application for Undergraduate Admission.
Some schools use their own individual application, so if you don't see your school on either website, go their application webpage for instructions.
Be sure you write down your login user name and password, because you will probably come back to these sites often. In fact, write down all the logins and passwords you create.
One thing to be well aware of: College is expensive, but there are LOTS of scholarships available. Apply where you want to go, and ask to be considered for ALL scholarships available.
Did you know that some state colleges offer if your family qualifies? There are requirements on SAT score, GPA, and family income. Here is an example of a few with the maximum qualifying family income. If you don't see your college listed here, google it.
- $25,000: Sam Houston State, Texas State
- $30,000: Tarleton State, UT San Antonio, UT El Paso
- $40,000: Texas Tech, U. North Texas
- $45,000: U. Houston
- $60,000: Texas A&M
- $65,000: UT Arlington
For more information, please refer to the link provided below for a PDF summarizing the college application process and financial aid information.
College Admissions and Financial Aid Tutorial
Study Abroad
Your college will have a study abroad office, and you should visit and find out what the possibilities are. But here is something else you should know about:
The Institute for International Exchange offers scholarships for US students to study abroad. Figure out where you want to go, and they may be able to help you pay for it.
Use their link studyabroadfunding.org to link to even more funding sources.


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