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Junichi Kanai's first feature explores the subject of date rape with empathy and insight.
Japanese tyro helmer Junichi Kanai explores the gray areas of date rape with empathy and insight in "Again," centered around an adolescent victim whose complex reactions encompass more than pain, anger and desire for justice or revenge. Tightly directed and played by an emotionally attuned cast, the film not only provides a credible class-based framework for its characters' motives, but also achieves a full coming-of-age portrait, capturing the confusion of first love as well as a fraught mother-daughter dynamic. The pic has a good shot at festivals, though its TV-style production values and conventional, expositional style will limit its release potential to home formats.
Following her father's death in a car accident, high schooler Hatsumi (Aoi Yoshikura) moves to a new neighborhood, where she throws herself into track-and-field training. With the friendship of amiable classmate Mari (Yuko Araki), she seems to be making a fresh start. However, tensions simmer between Hatsumi and her mother, Keiko (Mayumi Asaka), a dour attorney who demands that her daughter quit her sole hobby to cram for college entry exams.
Hatsumi befriends cool-looking dude-on-the-fringe Ryutaro (Yuya Yagira, "Nobody Knows"), who ekes out a living by sifting through garbage for recyclables. The two are instantly attracted to each other, but when Hatsumi finds that she can't spend time with him without devising all kinds of lies, she begins to resent Keiko's high expectations and controlling behavior.
The film's almost cliched bicycle sequences and squeaky-clean bourgeois background display all the traits of Japan's popular "Hatsukoi" (puppy love) genre. So it comes as a rude shock when, after the two lose contact with each other for a few days, Ryutara boorishly forces himself upon Hatsumi.
As the narrative shifts gears into a legal drama, a different side to Keiko emerges. She gains gravitas not only as Hatsumi's protector, but also as a staunch fighter for a woman's right not to be humiliated or intimidated throughout such an ordeal. Her insistence that Hatsumi "has done nothing wrong," and her speech to Ryutaro's defense lawyer on the enormity of rape's impact, are unusually outspoken for a Japanese film.
Ironically, Keiko's principles are undermined by her disregard for the quirks of an adolescent's heart; Hatsumi's emotional condition is implied by the Japanese title, which means "Won't forgive you but still miss you." The parallel presentation of two divergent but equally valid responses to the situation is what makes "Again" thought-provoking, if contentious, as when a scene in which Keiko sternly reproaches Ryutaro is crosscut with Hatsumi dreamily cruising on her bicycle, basking in memories of happier moments with Ryutaro. The film comes into its own in a deftly orchestrated scene in which Hatsumi bravely seeks her own form of closure. Kanai could have ended on this graceful note, but instead pushes on with redundant coda and a borderline corny metaphor.
Model-actress Yoshikura is generally unforced but less confident in the emotionally intense scenes. Asaka's initial moments, especially in Keiko's shouting matches with Hatsumi, are often fairly one-note, but she becomes less of a tiger-mother stereotype in the later half. Cast in a pivotal role yet allotted brief screen time, Yagira isn't allowed to lend Ryutaro much heft, but he retains an aura of appealing unpredictability.
Tech credits are passable, although, like many Japanese independent films, the pic is overlit, with a flat visual texture.
Busan Film Review: 'Again'
Reviewed at Busan Cinema Center, Busan, Oct. 1, 2013. (In Busan Film Festival — New Currents.) Running time: 107 MIN. Original title: "Yurusenai aitai"
(Japan) A SDP release of a Cine Grio production. (International sales: SDP, Tokyo.) Produced by Yoshiro Hosono. Executive producers, Soichiro Koga, Toshiyuki Kiyomura, Tsubasa Mano. Co-producer, Masashi Sakamoto.
Directed, written by Junichi Kanai. Camera (color, widescreen, HD), Toshiyuki Kiyomura; editor, Takuya Takeda; music, Toru Yoshida; costume designer, Yui Kudo; sound (Dolby Digital), Takuya Takeda; assistant director, Jon Hijiri.
Aoi Yoshikura, Yuya Yagira, Mayumi Asaka, Yuko Araki, Fumiko Hara. (Japanese dialogue)


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Knockabout / Top Shelf
Time to catch up with the world of Moore and O'Neill's League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen, and specifically the adventures of the Nemo family.
If the first Nemo book Heart Of Ice was Lovecraftian cold and monstrous with Janni Dakkar, daughter of Captain Nemo struggling to come to terms with the legacy of her father, here in Roses Of Berlin we're in the white heat of Germanic Metropolis gone wrong, as Janni ventures into the heart of Fritz Lang's angular (but not many-angled) world full of aberrant technology, the dream of 'Die Mensch Maschine' cast in dark shadow and Fascistic relief.
Here the current Nemo is secure and confident in her Captaincy, transforming her Pirate kingdom to something more politically inclined, working in partnership with her son-in-law the sky pirate Armand Robur to disrupt the Axis forces by sea and by air; the fearsome seagoing sight of the Nautilus matched by the airborne destruction of Robur's craft The Terror (and a great excuse for O'Neill to outdo himself with incredible illustrations of the airborne superiority of The Terror).
It's 1941 League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen style, the world is at war, and Chaplin's Great Dictator Adenoid Hynkel is the man terrorizing Europe and more immediately for Janni and her love Broad Arrow Jack, the man luring them into a trap in the heart of the Reich, the metropolis of Berlin, following the downing of Robur's 'Terror' and the capture of both Robur and their young daughter Hira.
(How's that for confident and decisive?)
The entire book is a document of Janni and Jack's trip to the heart of Berlin, a nightmare featuring all the fantastical and fictional characters of the time; Dr Mabuse, the world of Rotwang's mechanical automatons, Dr. Caligari's hypnotised sleeptroopers and more, all leading her to a showdown with an old, familiar enemy and a terrible loss.
Yes, as you may expect, we're on a romp through the literary and now cinematic history of the era, and a knowledge of basic German, or a glance at Jess Nevins' notes for a translation may prove useful here. And indeed, as you'll see from the panel below, not only useful but giving you the odd chuckle here and there as well.
("…and then we'll see whether the people still think I look ridiculous." In the League's world Hynkel is real, and Chaplin's Great Dictator would be classed as a merciless comedic attack on the ridiculousness of the man.)
As with Heart Of Ice, these literal and cinematic references are lower in the mix, indeed the entire story is lower in the mix, Moore's words taking a decidedly secondary storytelling position at times to O'Neill's artwork. It happened in Heart Of Ice, but here whole pages go by with minimal input from Moore, O'Neill doing all the heavy narrative lifting, and doing it with typical beautifully grotesque fashion. He's especially effective at creating the feel of this Berlin, all steampunk nightmare visions and red XXs, Hynkel's version of the swastika plastering every building, incredible vistas, fantastical machines, all just this side of unbelievable, a futuristic past done just right..
This is a very fast, rather slight League story, same as the first Nemo book, but it's not really one that will stand up very well in isolation. Far simpler to just accept it as a second part, and read both, whether fast and simple as a steampunk romp with O'Neill's exquisite artwork stealing the show or second time around slower with extensive cross referencing through Internet and Josh Nevins' typically illuminating notes. (Interestingly, the notes for these Nemo books are far shorter than previous volumes, another indication of the relative brevity of the more modern era works.)
I have something of a troubled relationship with the League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen. I explained it here. It can perhaps be best summed up thus: Vols 1 & 2 loved, Black Dossier and Century misunderstood on first reading, where I felt the increasingly dominant sense of needing to catch every cleverly integrated literal reference overwhelmed the story on that first read, but appreciated so much on subsequent re-reads where I concerned myself less with catching every literary reference and simply enjoyed it for what I did get from it. Then the Black Dossier became, and still is, my favourite League volume.
Thus the return to the relative simplicity of storytelling of these Nemo volumes produces something that I would have loved far more back with those first two volumes, something I would have enjoyed just after the disappointment of the first read of the Black Dossier. Thing is, I'm not at that point, I'm now at the point where I look at the Black Dossier, and to a much lesser extent Century as the absolute high points of the League adventures. Thus, this return to simplicity, although very enjoyable in and of itself is actually something less than I was hoping for from Moore and O'Neill.
As with Heart Of Ice, Nemo: The Roses Of Berlin is a damn fine read, a delight of weird alt-fiction, with two veteran creators proving that they're on fine, fine form, and O'Neill in particular doing some of the best work of his career.
Nemo: The Roses Of Berlin is co-published by Knockabout and Top Shelf, and is available right now.
I shall leave you with some special treats, a couple of double pages from O'Neill, and a couple of images from those double pages, he really is on fine, fine form….


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The United States Merchant Marine Academy awarded 225 bachelor's degrees and three master's degrees at its 2014 commencement ceremony Saturday, June 21, 2014. Undergraduates received a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner license and officer's commission in the military.
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And then there's the upstand. Kickstarter is a wonderful pathway for good ideas, and the upstand is a good idea, which is why it was funded when it came up on kickstarter in 2013, and it's also why the company that produces them is now producing a variety of models.
Read the entire review: https://www.bicycles.net.au/2015/04/upstand-review-a-bike-stand-for-roadies/
Better than a kickstand? The new UpStand Bike Stand by the Upstanding Bicycle Company is a super lightweight (40 grams), super strong (carbon fiber), easily stow-able (folds down to 5.5 inches), detachable (uses magnets) stand for your bike that is better than the heavyweight options you see in the store (which is why lots of folks don't have a stand anymore).
See more of TrailblazerGirl here: http://www.trailblazergirl.com/finds/2551/upstand-bike-stand/
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The Upstand is NOT you father's kickstand. It's lightweight (35 grams – the weight of a single energy packet), convenient, detachable and storable. When not in use just stick it in your jersey pocket or tool bag.
Read the rest of the Outsider article: http://www.industryoutsider.com/upstanding-bicycle-company-launches-upstand-the-alternative-to-the-bicycle-kickstand/
There are times where a kickstand on a road bike is pretty darn handy, like when my friend Lorri Lown teaches her Savvy Bike bike clinics. In outdoor sessions she found herself hopping on and off the bike as she explained things, and it was awkward to lay her bike down just to pick it up again. So she got an Upstand.
See what else she had to say: http://ladyfleur.bike/2014/03/13/gear-talk-an-upstanding-kickstand-for-roadies/
Regardless of how you feel towards kickstands on a road bike, judging by the number of questions I used to get in the bike shop about them, there are people out there that want one. Case in point? The carbon fiber, collapsible Upstand. First spottedabout a year ago, the Upstand has been upgraded and offers the bike propping ability for bicycles without a kickstand mount. Got a 20″ wheeled folding or recumbent bike? There's an Upstand for that. There are also sizes for 26″/700c and 29″ wheels as well.
Read the rest: http://www.bikerumor.com/2013/11/25/upstand-up-and-running-fine-tunes-magnetic-carbon-kickstand/
The other part to the Upstand is a thing that looks like a magician's magic wand. It is segmented like one of those hollow nested aluminium tent poles with an elastic shock cord running through it.
You unfold it, and stick one end on that tab. It is held in place by a strong magnet.
Read the entire Commute by Bike blurb here: http://www.commutebybike.com/2013/01/02/upstand-the-almost-vanishing-kickstand-for-weight-weenies/
I like how the word kickstand gets avoided here. There is nothing to kick. You don't use your foot like some neanderthal to stand your bike up anymore! Welcome to the 21st century way to support your bike vertically. TheUpstanding Bicycle Company has created this brand new support method for all of us that either hate kick stands or are just too cool to burden our bikes with something so ugly.
Read the rest of the BikeinReview article here: http://www.bikeinreview.com/2012/12/the-upstand-bike-stand/
"The Upstand. An RBR reader turned me on to this great new product, and I've been using it ever since. It's a portable, practical, high-tech "kickstand" for your road bike. Kickstand is in quotes, because it's not a traditional kickstand, but it works like one. A small metal tab fits over your rear skewer inside the quick release. The stand itself is a carbon-fiber tube in two pieces, held together with a shock cord like a tent pole. On one end is a magnet that holds the stand to the tab on your bike. On the other end is a rubber cap that keeps it firmly in place against the ground. It works great. When you're ready to roll, you simply pull the stand off the tab, fold it in half (it clips together), and store it in your jersey pocket, seat bag, etc." – John Marsh
"The Upstand is similar to the Click-Stand, in that it is also made of connected sections of tubing connected with shock cord. That tubing is made of carbon fiber, however, and it has a neodymium magnet on the "bike" end instead of a cradle. When the stand is in use, that magnet joins up with a metal tab installed beside the quick release lever on the bike's rear wheel skewer." – Ben Coxworth
Read the rest of the article here: http://www.gizmag.com/click-stand-upstand-kickstand-alternatives/24426/


text: CLEVELAND Keyai D. Crenshaw (Hammer), 19, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday July 7, 2013 at Athens Regional Hospital. Keyai was preceded in death by his father, Carl D. Crenshaw; his grandmother, Dorothy A. Pitner; and his Aunt Debra Duncan.He attended Walker Valley High School. He enjoyed sports, having a passion for wrestling in which he participated, and excelled, obtained many awards. He loved motorcycles, cars, and his dog "Cujo". Survivors include his mother, Janie Hunter, of Cleveland, Tenn.; two sister, Kimonique Smith, of Cleveland, Tenn., and Keyana Wynn, of Madisonville, Tenn.; step sister, Deadra (Christ) Roberts, step brother, Montes Westfield, both of Cleveland, Tenn.; his grandparents, Thomas (Roberta) Jackson, of Etowah, Tenn.; one niece KhaLyil Whaley, of Cleveland, Tenn.; six uncles and two aunts; a host of cousins other relatives and friend; a special friend Keyisha Thompson. Body may be view at the Patton Funeral Home Chapel today, July 15, from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Family will receive friends Tuesday, July 16, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. service time at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Reverend Edward S. Robinson, Pastor Reverend Rhonda S. Westfield of St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church will be the Eulogist. Interment will follow at Fort Hill Cemetery. Patton Funeral Home is honored to serve to Hunter Crenshaw family.


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Midview High School wrestling coach Don Caramell, who coached the Middies to three West Shore Conference championships, has resigned.
The Middies won their WSC titles in 2009, 2011 and this year, with Caramell being named WSC Coach of the Year each of those seasons. He guided the Middies to a 31-3 WSC record during his five years and had an overall dual meet record of 43-4.
The 2009 WSC championship was the school's first conference title since the Middies won the Erie Shore in 1986.
"My reasons are personal as I can no longer provide the time, energy and commitment that are required and deserved by the boys to assure that the program remains strong and successful," Caramell said in a news release. "I am proud of what has been accomplished in the five years, and I wish the new coach and team all the best."
Caramell, who graduated from Cleveland State in 2002, will continue to be a special education teacher at Midview.


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We have the possibility of both options, traditional or a year round calendar, for DS when he starts kindergarten this year. I have my own ideas about what the pros & cons of each would be, but would love to hear other experiences. Tell me why you like one over the other, please!
It really depends on how wide spread year-round is in your area. In our county, the largest district (and it's one of the largest in the state) and a handful of smaller districts are traditional. My kids have always been on the traditional system. There was a push towards year-round about 15 years ago but only a handful of schools stuck with the true year-round model. The majority of families in those districts were unhappy and so most eventually moved back to traditional or to an adapted year-round where the summer is shortened from 11 weeks to 7 weeks and those weeks are made up with a 3 week break in Fall, 3 weeks at Winter and Spring breaks and additional days at Thanksgiving and such. The parents I know in the adapted year-round systems seem to really like it unlike those we know in true year-round.
Because most schools in our area are traditional, most of the activities work on this schedule. I know the true year-round kids get really screwed in activities when they are younger and out of jobs when they are older. A teen who only has 3 weeks off just can't compete with a kid who is going to be able to work full time for 13 weeks straight in the summer. Of course, you are talking of a little one and job isn't an issue yet lol. The major conflict for him will be activities. Many programs do try to accomodate but only at the beginning levels. Once your child is older and ready for advanced instruction, those camps are longer and not usually placed for the convience of year-rounders. Again, if year-round is the norm in your area, that could be different. This may not be a big deal to you or to him.
Personally, we love traditional. We love the big break to really unwind. My kids like to fully immerse themselves in loved activities and enjoy the ability to hyper-focus, to spend many hours a day for week on one pursuit, ect. Granted, since my kids started school, I've always either worked for the school district (and so have the same vacations) or been a SAHM. This certainly makes summers easier as child-care and transportation isn't an issue. My DH can also rarely do any extended travel outside of summer as summer is the only real slow period at his work. My kids have always been ahead in school so no real issues with them maintaining skills. We are an excellent fit for traditional so of course, it's our preference.
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Around here with so many schooling options: public, private, charter; there are just too many school schedules too keep straight. We homeschool but I work for a school district, that districts schedule is different than where we live etc. Honestly it seems like kids are always in school here since they start in late July/early August and go to mid May for public school.
With year round schools the schedule can look like anything.
What I've heard from parents in this area is anything is fine. They dont mind either type of schedule. Daycares are able to accomodate odd schedules if needed. Summer camps tend to run in 1 week sign ups (so you pay by the week) and we have lots of activies in the month of December as well.
The only concern is when a child transfers from a year round schedule to a traditional schedule. Sometimes they feel like there is no summer break.
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I think it would depend on the other things going on where you live -- zoo day camp,swimming pools being open, the option to spend a day at the water park.
Where we live, the norm is 8 weeks off in the summer, 3 weeks off as fall break, and about a week and a half in the spring. Our school has a longer summer break and no fall break, and I kinda hate it. Nothing happens for the last 4 weeks before my kids start school. No camps. The water park is closed during the week, etc. It is beyond dull. (we are planning a nice vacation during that time next summer)
Many parents who work have trouble with the 3 week break because they don't have child care. Many other parents love it because the weather is wonderful. (Summer here is brutal).
If your kids are going to school year round, they may have a hard time enjoying much of what your city offers. I also think that as kids get older, having a complete break from school and the Work aspect of it is helpful. Fall is a fresh start, even the social groups become more fluid over the summer. I like a summer break!
BUT, and this is a big but, if one school seems like a better fit for your child overall, I wouldn't make the scheduling thing weigh into your choice much. There are more important things to consider.
but everything has pros and cons
Year-round definitely is a disadvantage where we are. There's only one district in our city on it, and it's a small district. I know of several families in the districts that have dropped activities because they never coincided with the school schedule.
Y'all have given me some excellent things to think about. A lot of our "choice" is limited by the lottery factor for charter and magnet schools, but traditional vs. year round will be part of the decision on which of those schools we decide to try for. If we don't get into one of those then we have somewhat of a choice for general public school as well. Thanks for your thoughts!
Well I would love it if the kids were only in school for fall and spring. Ofcourse we want most of the summer off,and I hate driving in the winter-so off then too! I would give up a bit of summer to avoid winter driving.
I have three kids at an elementary school on our district's "alternate" calendar. The summer break is shortened to about 5 or 6 weeks, with the remaining time off scattered throughout the year. The kids love all the breaks throughout the year, and the summer vacation is short enough that they don't get bored. I think it really is a great schedule for the kids. However, it does present some day care problems. It's a challenge to figure out child care for that week off in October, that extended Thanksgiving break, that week in February, that second week of spring break in April, and every Friday in June.
Here the school system have 6 weeks summer, 1 week in fall, 1 week in spring, and 2-3 weeks over Christmas season. Because this is the norm for all schools, it is a non-issue. I was raised in the traditional 12 week summer vacation and nothing the rest of the year. IMO, these summers were too long. Most of this time was wasted. And the rest of the year was horribly long, with no breaks.
I love the spread-out system. 6 weeks is long enough in the summer to still do things - either local trip to the water park or long vacation halfway across the world. And the long break at Christmas and the two weeks in fall and spring also give the opportunity to really relax with family and unwind. Plus with 7-10 days, there is still time for a short trip (if we have the money for it!).
We have 11-12 weeks off in the summer in our traditional school schedule. Personally, I wish the kids had an 8-10 week break and put the remainder weeks during the year.
There are two districts in our city, and in my district there are three year-round schools. Their summer vacation is July 1-August 7, and they get a weeks vacation in October, and extra days for their Christmas and Spring vacation, and a few extra days throughout the year off as well. The traditional schedule doesn't have the October break, and the summer vacation is July 1-August 31. I would totally prefer Year-round but the school I love doesn't offer it :-(!
Personally I hate the idea of year round school and we HS and it's not offered in my area - but I have a friend in NC (Charlotte area) that has to use it so I know first hand about the negatives!
her child is special needs so it's good and bad===much better now that she isn't working with the on again off again breaks and the disruption that causes
one thing you might want to also think about is how your district does it (since all seem a bit different) I know one in NC that you can pick- so EX.- the BFF next door might do traditional and you do year round and the kids no longer are BFF's- not to mention how hard play dates become
my friend also had to deal with lots of off for bad weather school days and just this year the school finally built in "weather-days" make-up days, and this over laps now into family vacations so it can really mix things up
as others have said - the biggest draw back seems to be the time off and if you work full time that can be a nightmare for some to get care and also the breaks don't always work well for the child
also planning what the family does (vacations) can be a plus or a big negative when you want to take a long trip and the time doesn't work with school
seems to work best if you don't really work full time and can be flexible - so many just can't
there is a lot to think about- good luck
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No way no how would I agree to a year-round model. I'd homeschool. We live in New England and the winters are loooooooong and the summers are glorious but short. No way in hell I'd give up a single day of it!
But other than personal preference, I see the year-round model as problematic especially in high school. How are kids supposed to work summer jobs when they don't have a traditional summer break? Myself, I was expected to have saved up my own money for college through working (I worked during the school year too, but obviously ramped up my hours over the summer). What would business is tourist areas, in particular, do when they are flooded with tourists from traditional-school areas when their own teenage summer workforce is in school? What about teachers who work summer jobs?
Also, my oldest daughter has anxiety problems and she has a hard time transitioning. End of the school year is hard for her, and the beginning is a little hard for her too. I couldn't imagine going through that more than once a year! She also takes herself very seriously and expects a lot of herself (all self-imposed, it's just her personality). She really needs the summer to decompress and unwind and really concentrate on studying what interests her and her alone.
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well there's lots of baby-sitting job! certain areas do have large drop out rates for older students
centers that you can get into will charge $$ and the constant change is not good for some students
it can also be really hard when so much of the country doesn't do year-round and if you are an older student and want to take "summer" program (ex- out of state scout program, etc) and can't because you can't get enough time off
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Why would a superintendent request a BOE to approve a calendar that offers a paltry 173 days of school, numerous discontinuities in learning, and yet can justify in their own minds that they are doing the citizens, students, communities, and our country a big service?
The traditional school calendar (tsc) has never been validated by a purposeful vetting by educators. There exists no documentation, not a single research finding that supports the use of the tsc as a positive factor in improved student learning.
Why, in the face of the obvious negative effects on learning, do our leaders adamantly support an inefficient, ineffective, and counter productive time management model? The tsc is simply a tradition that has outlived it's usefulness. It is now just a non-functioning vestige much like the human appendix that only rises to our consciousness when it causes discomfort.
I cannot find a single substantive characteristic of the tsc that supports student learning. A trimester calendar consisting of three three month trimesters separated by one month interims (Apr, Aug, Dec) will provide a optimal 200 days of instruction, three months holiday time, three readiness evaluations a year, three months availability of remediation/acceleration, increase graduation, decreased drop out rate, higher test scores and eventually, increased teacher and parent satisfaction.
I'm hoping that you have a better perspective on what your child is losing during the supper holidays. Up to one quarter of all learning will be forgotten, one quarter of your tax dollars wasted, and if you are a teacher up to one quarter of your teaching and prep time will have been wasted by the time school starts again.
Please re-think your support of the tsc, consider the TRIMESTER PROTOCOL as the "best fit" of all time management tools for the education of your children
I live in Germany and here the children have the 'year round model'. We have 6 weeks off in summer (in Bavaria that's from Aug 1-Sept 12; I wish it were earlier in the summer), then one week off at the end of Oct., two weeks at Christmas, one week in March, two weeks at Easter, and two weeks in June. The schedule makes me a little nuts with planning but I think its terrific for kids. It must seem to them like there is always a big holiday break coming up!
It's funny, because while my school has a traditional calendar, we are only off for 8 weeks in the summer. We go back at the beginning of August. It seems like "year round" schools actually have more time off. That being said, we get a week for Thanksgiving, 2 weeks for Christmas, a week for Mardi Gras and a week for Easter.
It's funny, because while my school has a traditional calendar, we are only off for 8 weeks in the summer. We go back at the beginning of August. It seems like "year round" schools actually have more time off. That being said, we get a week for Thanksgiving, 2 weeks for Christmas, a week for Mardi Gras and a week for Easter.
Our public schools have a 10-11 week summer, and all the other breaks are shorter than yours. I think we do 185 days.
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On TV: The Next Mega Tsunami
Seeing that I don't have an "In Print" post for readers this week (will be discussing The Ultimate Situational Survival Guide: Self-Reliance Strategies for a Dangerous World by Robert Richardson of OffGridSurvival.com-fame next week though), I want to talk about a National Geographic production I recently watched.
Enter The Next Mega Tsunami.
From the TV show's "About" page on the National Geographic Channel (UK) website:
Ten years after one of the most deadly tsunamis ever known, scientists are making a shocking discovery.
Experts used to believe that the biggest killer waves were only generated in a handful of regions, but mounting evidence now suggests that more of the world's coasts, from the Mediterranean to Australia, could be in grave danger.
But where will the next Big One strike?
Obviously, there was a lot of talk about the December 26, 2004, Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami and the March 11, 2011, Tōhoku, Japan, earthquake and tsunami in the production. But it was the discussion about the Cascadia Subduction Zone "megathrust" fault (running the coast from Vancouver Island North in British Columbia, Canada, down to Cape Mendocino, California) that grabbed my attention. The presence of this fault means a real threat exists for an earthquake and mega tsunami to strike the coast from Canada to California at any time. Chris Goldfinger, professor of geology and geophysics at Oregon State University, warned:
We have a repeat time of about 240 years. So where that puts us statistically is we're now 314 years past the last earthquake– an average repeat time of 240- so we're actually past the average time… There's a high chance that in our lifetimes, this may happen. That applies to all of Cascadia, but much more so to the south. If we're lucky, maybe we'll go through a long interval and we'll go hundreds of years. But it could just as well happen tomorrow.
(Editor's note: Bold added for emphasis)
All you readers living on the West Coast- take heed.
The Next Mega Tsunami should be coming back around on the National Geographic Channel soon. It's also on SPTV here.
Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
(Editor's note: Link added to "Resources" page and SPTV)
Resource Of The Week: ATSN's Stop The Threat TV Show
I've now been at the new place a little more than a year, and I still don't have my beloved satellite TV service hooked up. Truth be told, I'm so busy these days I don't have that much time to watch television. However, I do miss some of the shows that were only on "pay TV." One that I used to watch on a regular basis was Stop the Threat. From the American Trigger Sports Network website:
American Trigger Sports Network presents "Stop the Threat", hosted by James B. Towle, featuring a rotating round table of expert guest panelists as they offer an informed discussion aimed at armed citizens on legal gun ownership, the use of deadly force, and how one may avoid becoming a victim, or respond to a life or death situation. This series may save your life!
"ATSN Stop the Threat television series promo"
YouTube Video
I used to watch it on the Pursuit Channel, which adds:
They analyze life-threatening crime scenes reenacted from real crime scenarios happening across the country. With more citizens, legal gun owners, and viewers becoming interested in protecting themselves and their families, Stop the Threat has opened the conversation of a previously neglected subject that could help save lives.
Very intense yet very informative. That's what I used to think of the show.
How about you? Seeing that past episodes can be viewed for FREE via the Stop the Threat page on the ATSN website.
As of tonight, I count 36 episodes archived, each running somewhat longer than 20 minutes.
If you are going to watch the show, keep in mind the warning that's prominently displayed at the beginning of each episode:
VIEWER WARNING: Contains extreme violence and is intended for mature audiences only. Viewer discretion is advised.
Adds a lot more realism to the crime reenactment, if you ask me.
While the last episode released looks to be from April 14, 2014, according to the ATSN Facebook page on August 6:
New season is coming soon!!!
Until then, you can watch hours and hours of Stop the Threat archived on the American Trigger Sports Network website here (scroll down to bottom of page).
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
(Editor's note: Link added to "Resources" page)
America Unplugged: Season 1 Finale Thursday
I just got done watching a recent episode of America Unplugged, the new survival-themed television series that's been appearing on Thursday nights on the Sportsman Channel (blogged about here). As usual, it was real good. In case you weren't aware of the show- from the New Berlin, Wisconsin-based national television network's website:
Hosted by former Navy Seal Cade Courtley, America Unplugged is a new series that takes viewers on a cross-country journey to meet the folks that are unplugging from society. Each of the eight episodes provides a riveting look at the excitement and danger of living off the grid. The terrain, wildlife, and food sources are as varied as the people who choose this lifestyle. But they are all motivated by the same thing; they want to live free, as they pursue their own version of the American Dream.
Regrettably, I received an e-mail from the folks over at the Sportsman Channel earlier today which said tomorrow, Thursday, July 10, "is the last show for this season."
Darn. I've been looking forward to watching America Unplugged whenever I can.
Cade Courtley (who just recently penned a survival guide) has done a solid job hosting the series- as expected from his previous work on Surviving Disaster. The parties who've been unplugging from the grid have been pretty interesting and likeable. I'm learning a thing or two about the self-reliant lifestyle from each episode. And the drama exhibited in survival-themed TV reality shows has been kept to a minimum in this production- at least in the installments I've seen.
I'm really hoping the Sportsman Channel brings America Unplugged back for a second season.
In the meantime, catch two all-new episodes tomorrow, Thursday, July 10, beginning at 8 PM ET/PT on the Sportsman Channel. Click on the banner ad below for more information about the TV series.
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
On TV: America Unplugged
Cade Courtley. Now that's a name I haven't heard for a few years.
Back on December 23, 2010, I informed Survival And Prosperity readers about a survival-themed television series- Surviving Disaster– that had aired on Spike TV the previous year and whose episodes had been uploaded on that channel's website. I blogged:
From the network's website:
What will you do when disaster strikes? Spike TV's new original series Surviving Disaster, led by Navy SEAL Cade Courtley, vividly takes viewers through catastrophic scenarios and arms them with the knowledge needed to survive the unthinkable…
I added later:
I've watched several of the episodes, and I've enjoyed them all. Courtley is a fantastic host…
And now Cade's back as host of a new survival show- America Unplugged– which debuts tonight, June 5, at 8 PM Eastern Time /Pacific Time on the Sportsman Channel. From the New Berlin, Wisconsin-based national television network's website:
Hosted by former Navy Seal Cade Courtley, America Unplugged is a new series that takes viewers on a cross-country journey to meet the folks that are unplugging from society. Each of the eight episodes provides a riveting look at the excitement and danger of living off the grid. The terrain, wildlife, and food sources are as varied as the people who choose this lifestyle. But they are all motivated by the same thing; they want to live free, as they pursue their own version of the American Dream.
"America Unplugged"
YouTube Video
Sounds and looks very interesting. Here's what's on tap for the next two Thursdays:
Week of Jun 02: THU 8:00PM/THU 11:00PM/FRI 12:00PM
Scott Hunt – All New
Robotics Engineer, Scott Hunt, prepares for his family's survival in the event of a Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) in South Carolina.
Week of Jun 09: THU 8:00PM/FRI 12:00PM/THU 11:00PM
Robert Allen – All New
A close up look at Robert Allen's tactical military training techniques as he moves his family toward independence in Arkansas.
Scott Hunt of Doomsday Preppers and Practical Preppers-fame. Met him at that Food Insurance conference I attended in Dallas last spring. This guy knows his stuff.
Interested in watching America Unplugged tonight? 8 PM ET/PT on the Sportsman Channel. Click on the banner ad below for more information about this new TV series.
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
On TV: 10 Ways To End The World
Last week, I mentioned that in lieu of "In Print" posts on Survival And Prosperity, I'd be substituting other material for the time being.
Tonight, I'll be blogging about a documentary entitled 10 Ways to End the World. It originally aired on the National Geographic Channel back in 2012, but I saw it for the first time just the other week.
I found it riveting.
From the National Geographic Channel (United Kingdom) website:
More than 99.9% of all species that have inhabited the Earth are extinct – could mankind be next?
Black holes hurdling through space, deadly asteroids able to wipe out northern Europe in a single blow, hostile extra-terrestrials… science has introduced you to a host of galactic doomsday scenarios that could jeopardize your planet.
But, these cosmic catastrophes are second tier to the dangers that Mother Nature – and mankind itself – can inflict.
Will a supervolcanic eruption alter our planet's atmosphere so completely that we stand little chance of survival? Could a pandemic on a scale larger than the 1918 Spanish influenza sweep the globe? Or, will mankind's quest to push the bounds of scientific understanding ultimately lead to its demise?
10 Ways To End The World is a countdown of the top ten most chilling threats that could usher in the end of humanity as you know it.
You may recall that a number of these apocalyptic documentaries came out around this time. But this production by the Swedish Educational Broadcasting Company stands out. So much so it was nominated for a Scandinavian TV award in 2011…
YouTube Video
For more information about the documentary, you can visit the Nat Geo Channel UK site here.
(Editor's note: Link added to SPTV and "Resources" page)
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
Resource Of The Week: Pursuit Channel Free On VIDillion.TV
Back when I lived in Chicago I used to have satellite television. And a few channels at that time carried firearm-related programming. One of these was the Pursuit Channel. From their website:
In 2008, Pursuit Channel was established by producers for producers and for the good of the outdoor community. With this founding commitment to the outdoor industry it has propelled Pursuit Channel into the most widely distributed, pure hunting and fishing television network. Our goal with Pursuit Channel is and always will be to create a place that everyone in the industry can call home. We're here for the good of the industry, for the good of outdoor traditions, and we're here to stay. Our distribution, our content and our overall viewer appeal are all on the rise, and we're looking forward to an exciting future. Pursuit Channel is the only outdoor network delivered in satellite providers DISH and DIRECTV's BASIC package, channels received by every subscriber regardless of their level of service. With a solid, growing portfolio of cable and high power TV stations as well, the network now reaches more than 38 million households.
While the Pursuit Channel does have an awful lot of hunting and fishing shows in its lineup, there's plenty of self-defense and shooting sports programming available as well. Case in point, the Pursuit Channel's "NRA Freedom Friday," which features the following shows every Friday evening:
–Trigger Time TV
–American Airgunner
-American Trigger Sports Network's Stop The Threat
–Gun Talk TV
–Doug Koenig's Championship Season
–Guns & Gear TV
–3-Gun Nation TV
I've seen most of these TV shows, and they're really good. In fact, I've blogged about a few of them (American Airgunner, Trigger Time TV) already.
So here's the great thing about this resource. While the Pursuit Channel can be viewed via satellite television on Direct TV (Channel 604) and DISH Network (Channel 393), the channel can also be watched for free via the Internet through VIDillion.TV.
You can start watching the Pursuit Channel now on VIDillion.TV here. And for more information about the channel, its shows, and schedule, you can visit their website here.
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
(Editor's note: Link added to "Resources" page)
On TV: Dude, You're Screwed
From the cable/satellite TV channel that brought us Doomsday Bunkers (wonder what ever became of that show?) comes a new televised survival competition. From the Discovery Channel website Wednesday:
In DUDE, YOU'RE SCREWED, five of the world's most elite, thrill-seeking survivalists will find out! The seven-part series is the newest twist in the survival genre, premiering on Discovery Channel Sunday, December 8th at 10:00pm ET/PT, and on Animal Planet in early 2014.
Unprepared and left to fend for yourself, what would you do if you were captured, blindfolded and taken to an unknown, remote location? Viewers are about to find out as these five survivalists must prove they have what it takes week after week as they play this "game" that puts all of their skills to the ultimate test.
Each survivalist has a different background:
-Terry Schappert, a Green Beret, A -Team leader, medic, sniper and close combat specialist
-John Hudson, an Extreme Survival Instructor for the UK Royal Air Force
-Matt Graham, a primitive skills expert and a desert survival instructor
-Jake Zweig, a former Navy SEAL, certified in Surface Warfare & as a dive safety officer and helicast master
-Tom Moore, a veteran Army Scout, bush craft master and wilderness guide
Each survivalist is captured one at a time by the other four. The capture could take place at work, at home, at a coffee shop, ANYWHERE! They must always be on guard. Then, they are dropped in one of the world's harshest environments and must make their way back to civilization, alive and unscathed, all within 100 hours, or it's game over!
Meanwhile, the other four compatriots monitor and scrutinize the target's progress (and vital signs) from a nearby remote command center. It's man against nature (and his four "best" friends) as each action-packed, dramatic episode of DUDE, YOU'RE SCREWED crisscrosses the globe — from dense jungles to frigid glaciers — to match wits in this game of survival. With reputations and bragging rights on the line, do these guys have what it takes to survive the ultimate challenge?
To win the game you got to do more than just survive.
"Screwed In Iceland"
Discovery Channel Video
"To win the game you got to do more than just survive."
To watch the show, I'd have to be a cable or satellite TV customer- which I'm not right now.
Of course, Discovery Channel is more than welcome to send me an advanced screening copy to preview/review.
Regardless, Dude, You're Screwed does sound kind of interesting. Here's hoping they keep the "reality" TV drama to a minimum though. Discovery Channel, Sunday, December 8, 10 PM ET/PT. Check it out.
By Christopher E. Hill
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
Some Blog-Related Matters
Sorry for not posting any new material Tuesday. The fact is, I was busy contemplating some matters related to Survival And Prosperity. Regular readers may have noticed that blogging has been somewhat sporadic, current events-oriented, and Chicago, Illinois-centric for some time now. This was not my intention. While it would be easy to blame my newly-found homeowner responsibilities, a myriad of other projects/tasks, and those unforeseen challenges/setbacks that have a tendency to pop up in life when we least expect (let alone need) them, at the end of the day the responsibility for publishing a decent weblog that provides useful information related to "protecting and growing self and wealth in these uncertain times" rests squarely on my shoulders.
And lately, I've "dropped the ball."
Going forward, look for blog posts not only being published Sunday through Thursday again, but bright and early in the morning. While I'll still discuss current events, new posts will be released from the "Project Prepper" series along with other financial and personal safety information that readers might be able to utilize. I'll also be reintroducing the different series of posts special to this blog. As such, a "normal" week of blogging should look like this:
Sunday- "Quote For The Week," "crash prophet" activity, other posts
Monday- "Project Prepper," other posts
Tuesday- Media review (movies, TV shows, books), other posts
Wednesday- "Signs Of The Time," other posts
Thursday- "Resource Of The Week," other posts
As for those Chicagoland-centric posts? Well, those will continue, although they won't make up the bulk of what's published. On a side note, there's just been so much bad news coming out of the "Windy City" and "Land of Lincoln" lately I've been compelled to write about it in hopes local readers understand what's at stake. A lot, if you ask me. For this audience, I'll be exploring the different avenues available to them for making the best of their unfortunate situation that's been decades in the making.
One last thing. I've received a ton of messages via the blog contact page. For some reason, viewers of the various prepper/survival-themed shows on TV these days are messaging me thinking I'm either the person they saw on TV or have their contact info. The contact info requests I get, but the other? Anyway, I'll be working hard whittling away at my inbox. Your patience is really appreciated.
That's it for now. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me should you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions related to Survival And Prosperity.
Christopher E. Hill
On TV: Doomsday Preppers 'The Fight Ahead' Preview
A week ago, I blogged about the start of season 3 of the National Geographic Channel's hit TV series Doomsday Preppers. I noted that I was able to get an advance screening DVD of the first two episodes for the new season. Before it airs tonight at 9 PM ET, I want to preview episode 2 of Doomsday Preppers, entitled, "The Fight Ahead." From the Nat Geo Channel website:
Prepper Chad believes that a nuclear strike resulting in a genocidal siege is a real possibility. At his home in Arizona, he is working on executing the biggest prep of his life- a 140-foot-long escape tunnel from his family's house to a bug-out vehicle. With the help of his wife and daughter, he begins construction. But as the project unfolds, they realize they're in over their heads.
In addition to Chad Hudspeth, his wife Debbie, and daughters Heidi and Holly out in Phoenix, there's Mike Evock and his family out in Laurinburg, North Carolina, who are prepping for a biological/chemical attack.
"Tunnel Time"
YouTube Video
I watched the "The Fight Ahead" a couple of weeks ago and thought it was pretty good, especially as it contained a bunch of potential prepping ideas. Keep an eye out for the following tonight:
-The Hudspeth's backyard aquaponics system, which also generates algae for producing biodiesel fuel
-The addition of an underground shelter with escape tunnel to the Hudspeth home
-The family's use of a single code word to signal TSHTF
-The Evock's being able to run a family business from their bug-out location
-Their BioDome, a portable sealed-off safe room that protects against biological/chemical attack
-Their combat-capable ATV, the "Interceptor"
-How to produce homemade caltrops, a tire-deflating device made from spiked steel
Like I said- lots on potential ideas in this episode.
One more thing. I noticed that while Practical Preppers LLC is still assessing the preppers featured in the TV series, I didn't see any scores displayed for them at the end of the first two episodes of the third season. I wonder if it's because I'm viewing copies that are "not cleared for broadcast."
For more information about Doomsday Preppers, visit the National Geographic Channel here.
By Christopher E. Hill, Editor
Survival And Prosperity (www.survivalandprosperity.com)
On TV: All-New Season Of Doomsday Preppers Starts Tonight
The National Geographic Channel has been pretty busy with their survival-themed programming this week. First, they aired the two-hour movie event American Blackout on Sunday. And tonight, an all-new season of Doomsday Preppers begins at 9 PM ET.
(Editor's note: In August, four "summer episodes" of Doomsday Preppers aired. I erroneously labeled these season 3 of TV series. The third season of Nat Geo Channel's hit TV series actually kicks off tonight. As such, I'll be going back and making the necessary corrections on this blog.)
Season 3 debuts with the episode entitled "Take Our Country Back." From the National Geographic Channel website:
Deep in Oregon's backcountry sits an 80-acre off-the-grid estate that prepper Curt and his family have designed as a fortress in the event of an economic collapse. Isolation is one of their greatest strengths, but the protective measures are endless: a 3,000-square-foot greenhouse, a lake with 1 million gallons of water, infrared cameras and a high-tech software system not to mention the children are trained in marksmanship.
In addition to "Curt," there's Rodney Dial in Ketchikan, Alaska, who along with his wife Lisa and daughter Megan are prepping for major earthquakes in the Alaska area and the tsunamis they could potentially unleash.
"Armored for Armaggedon"
YouTube Video
I was lucky enough to get an advance screening DVD of two upcoming Doomsday Preppers season 3 episodes from the National Geographic Channel- including tonight's show. After watching them the other week, I thought the Nat Geo Channel staff were correct in selecting this episode as the season premiere. Keep an eye out for the following on "Take Our Country Back" tonight:
-Rodney's ingenious way of caching some of his of preps
-The Dial family's bug-out vehicle, nicknamed the "War Machine"
-Curt's 80-acre bug out location that he moved his family to (wife Randy (spelling?), kids Crae and Sam) last year. What a nice piece of survival property.
-An incident just beyond Curt's BOL which looked pretty serious and threw him and the production crew off somewhat
For more information about Doomsday Preppers, visit the National Geographic Channel here.
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Eating clean can seem daunting, especially if you're not equipped with a ton of recipes to get started. Also, falling victim to things that come in boxes is all too easy when you're running out of time. So, here are some yummy clean recipes to get you back on the right track. They not only taste good, but they look good too (who said healthy food had to be bland in any form or fashion)! And for more ideas on clean eating, follow my Pinterest board So Fresh & So Clean!
Eating Clean: Recipe Links25 Jul
How (NOT) To Deal With A CrossFit Injury26 Jun
Injuries… Let's talk about them.
In or out of CrossFit, injuries are bound to happen because let's face it, we're not super human but despite being privy to that fact, it's been an incredibly difficult subject to touch on for two reasons: The first is that trying to "sell" people on CrossFit without an injury is a task in itself, let alone trying to "sell" people on CrossFit with an injury – it really doesn't make much sense: "Wait, so you're telling me CrossFit doesn't equal injury, yet you have tendonitis in your hand as a result of CrossFit." The second reason is that I personally have never really had an "injury" up until recently, and certainly not one that has lasted as long as mine did. I was feeling really helpless, and having a difficult time conveying my struggles in conversation, which is why I wanted to write this article.
So, on to the injury. As most of you know, I participated in the 2012 CrossFit Games Open workouts. Not just as a CrossFit lover following along with the workouts, but as someone who paid the $20, created an athlete profile on the official CrossFit Games website, and publically posted numbers along side incredible athletes like Camille LeBlanc-Bazinet, Katie Hogan, Julie Foucher & the rest. Like so many athletes, I pushed myself to my absolute limit and executed movements with weights (or reps) I had never done before: 75 lb snatch at 10 reps, chest to bar pullups for the first time, recycling toes to bar, 150 wall balls! and 75 lb push press at 51 reps. I thought for sure if I was going to get hurt, it would be because of the snatch movement (it's the one I have the least experience with) but it was the push press that did it. Prior to the Open, I was really only comfortable doing 45 lb push press, so it was a 30 pound jump for me, which took a toll on my right hand, wrist and forearm. As a result, I got tendonitis which lasted for what seemed like forever. The following are behaviors that I did to deal, that you should NOT do:
- Don't Stop Eating Clean – One of the worst things you can do is start eating crap. I didn't know how to emotionally cope with my injury, and so I ate, which in retrospect was completely dumb. I was limited in my movements in CrossFit due to the injury, which means less work being done, and consuming more food than I was when I was doing a ton of work, which equals donut belly, lethargic responses, and slower times within the limited movements. Also, in order for your body to heal quicker, it is so imperative that you continue eating clean. Don't do what I did and go all beast mode on a box of pop tarts.
- Don't Compare Yourself To Your CrossFit Comrades – This is a really difficult one. There are specific women I was about the same level with as far as strength and times go, and I always chased them in WODs. Then I got injured, and it seemed like they started PR'ing a ton of movements. I noticed my times and weights falling farther and farther behind theirs – it didn't feel quite equal anymore. All I could think about is how fast I was sinking below the curve, and I tortured myself with limiting beliefs of how I would never catch up once I was healed. But comparing your injured self to non-injured athletes is a complete waste of time, because you have no control over the situation. In order to heal quicker, you must focus on the positive. Acknowledge that you're injured, but imagine yourself healing and getting back to where you left off. Oh, and mobility helps too! Like, a lot.
- Don't Focus On Time – Seriously, folks. Have you ever stood watching and waiting for a pot of water to boil? It's agonizing. The same goes for your injury. Stop focusing on how long you've been injured or how long you anticipate the injury to last. This will suck the life out of you and make your recovery appear painstakingly longer. Instead, focus on what you can do to heal. The more effort you put into focusing your thoughts on other (positive) things, the quicker it will (seem) to heal!
- Don't Stop Going To The Box – My hand was messed up, and my first thoughts were: "Great, now I can't do bar work, pullups, pushups, double unders or burpees . . . so, what do I do?" For the first couple of weeks, I laid low at home feeling sorry for myself but then a friend told me (paraphrasing), "You can still squat. This is the perfect opportunity for you to build that strength, as it's fundamental to your success in CrossFit." Uh, duh. Why didn't I think of that? Well, it's because I was so busy focusing on what I couldn't do, that I failed to see what I could do. So, I went to each class 30 minutes early and started working on my back squat and boy has it paid off!
Eating Zone – Week One Recap24 May
Hey guys! Rebecca The Red checking in with you and sharing progress. My first week of eating Zone went pretty well, all things considered. I stopped weighing myself a long time ago, so I don't know what kind of progress I've made in terms of pounds, but there's a noticeable difference. Besides, I'm not really doing this for weight loss. Regardless of intent, my work slacks are loose again, which means change is happening! The meals I ate for the week were as follows (3 block):
1 cup almond milk
1 large scoop protein powder
7-9 cashews
1 cup strawberries
1/2 cup blueberries
1st Snack:
1 tomato (sliced),
1/2 Tbs guacamole,
1 (oz) string cheese
1 3 oz can tuna,
3 tsp light mayo,
1 slice of wheat bread,
1/2 green apple
2nd Snack:
1 cup fresh strawberries,
1/4 cup cottage cheese,
1 macadamia nut
3 oz chicken breast (sautéed in tsp olive oil, garlic & crushed red peppers),
2 1/2 cups kale
1 peach
On Monday, I substituted a 4 oz glass of red wine for the peach (rough day). Tuesday & Wednesday I have night class, so I got two chicken tacos (fresco style) from Taco Bell. Friday I was running late and didn't have time to make a breakfast shake, so I got a bacon/gouda sandwich from Starbucks and removed one slice of the artisan bread. Then Friday night, I went to the CrossFit 310 anniversary party, where I had one piece of chicken (about the size of my palm), a hand-size portion of greens with cheese, strawberries, nuts, and a small amount of balsamic dressing. The weekend rolled around, and as usual, I had a lot of trouble keeping up with my weekly routine, which means I didn't get all my meals in on time. Then I went to a Roger Waters concert where I consumed many beers & a pretzel (because I was starving from lack of food). And in my boozy state, I also had some chips after the concert (because we all know about post-boozin' munchies)….and yeah. Sunday was even worse, but we won't go into that. I'm really trying to make it work though, which has proven somewhat difficult because I'm at the end of the semester (two weeks left).
Eating Zone – Week One (with Before Photos)17 May
And so it begins, again. As some of you know, I participated in my CrossFit gym's Live Fit challenge back in January, and won 3rd place! Winning cash was great (which bought me some sweet new CrossFit kicks), but the physical results I achieved were far more rewarding. I'd love to say I sustained those eating habits after I won – the eating / sleeping / hydration habits that contributed to 10+ Personal Records – but the truth is, when I injured my hand during the 12.3 Open WOD, I (sort of) gave up on eating that way. The thing is, I had never dealt with an injury before, and certainly not one that would drastically limit how I spent my time at the box. No amount of reading material can prepare you for the psychological response to your first injury. And so, I ate.
But isn't that life? CrossFit athletes will tell you, nutrition can be a rollercoaster ride. Life happens, and sometimes your best intentions get derailed. It just so happens I'm on an up right now, so I thought I would give strict nutrition another spin. This time though, I wanted to try Zone because my coach says it's optimal for CrossFit athletes.
So this post marks week one. I will be updating weekly to track progress, note any changes, difficulties, and give a breakdown of what I'm eating. The very top photo is a collage of my before photos which were taken on Monday (May 14th). Let's see where I end up in four weeks!


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5 CFR 892.211 - What options are available to me if I go on a period of leave without pay (LWOP) or other types of non-pay status?
(a) Your commencement of a period of LWOP is a qualifying life event as described in § 892.101. You may change your premium conversion election (waive if you now participate, or participate if you now waive).
(1) You may continue your FEHB coverage by agreeing in advance of LWOP to one of the payment options described in paragraph (b)(2), (b)(3), or (b)(4) of this section.
(2)Pre-pay. Prior to commencement of your LWOP you may allot through payroll deduction the amount that will be due for your share of your FEHB premium during your LWOP period, if your employing agency, at its discretion, allows you to do so. Contributions under the pre-pay option may be made through premium conversion on a pre-tax basis. Alternatively, you may pre-pay premiums for the LWOP period on an after-tax basis.
(3)Direct pay. Under the direct pay option, you may pay your share of your FEHB premium on the same schedule of payments that would be made if you were not on LWOP, as described in § 890.502(b) of this chapter. You must make the premium payments directly to your employing agency. The payments you make under the direct pay option are not subject to premium conversion, and are made on an after-tax basis.
(4)Catch-up. Under the catch-up option, you must agree in advance of the LWOP period that: you will continue FEHB coverage while on LWOP; your employer will advance your share of your FEHB premium during your LWOP period; and you will repay the advanced amounts when you return from LWOP. (Described in § 890.502(b) of this chapter.) Your catch-up contributions may be made through premium conversion.
(5) If you remain in FEHB upon your return from LWOP, your catch-up premiums and current premiums will be paid at the same time.
(c) Your return from LWOP constitutes a qualifying life event as described in § 892.101. You may change your premium conversion election (waive if you now participate, or participate if you now waive). The election you choose upon return from LWOP will apply to your current as well as your catch-up premiums.


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We support service-oriented architecture (SOA) implementation through our approach for web service verification.
Our approach to SOA web service verification addresses the key concerns of
This approach aims to certify web services in order to assure they are not malicious to the SOA infrastructure and to accredit them in a vastly shorter period than is commonly done. It is based on industry standards, best practices, and our experience from working across many organizations, and it makes use of software tools for automation (as much as possible). This approach has been tested by and is being implemented by the Army SOA Foundation and is being actively considered as a best practice by other DoD organizations. For more information, download our report with 65 recommendations on testing and verification in SOA environments.


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InvestmentYogi: Timely financial planning prevents you from falling into credit card or any other debt. If you are already in debt then deal with the recovery agent as per the suggestions given below and take control of your finances using the tools of financial planning.
Let"s get something straight…any kind of loan agreement whether involving the purchase of an asset or not, is first and foremost a civil contract. Therefore any failure on part of the borrower in respect of repaying the borrowed amount in part or full can be remedied only through legal procedure i.e. civil remedy through court.
So very simply, a bank or financier does not have the right to use force on defaulters and deploy musclemen for the recovery of loans.
But there are numerous instances when they do exactly that, and sometimes to grave and often fatal consequences leading to suicides by the defaulters. Banks have internal debt recovery cells or departments and also use third party agents for recovery of loans. The Debt Recovery Agents often work on a commission linked to recovery amounts and therefore they are highly motivated to show results by use of any kind of means – threats on phone and in person, public humiliation, and other ways of intimidation – verbal and sometimes also physical.
In the bank or financier"s defence the legal and judicial system is indeed very slow and any case that they may file against the defaulting borrower will take a long time to settle, however this does not justify use of force or illegal means and a consumer needs to be aware of this and not get intimidated.
RBI Guidelines
The Reserve Bank of India in order to protect the interests of both the borrower and the creditor in the debt recovery process, has issued certain guidelines that a recovery agent and the bank that employs him have to honour.
- The borrower has the right to decide a place to meet and a time to be contacted by the recovery agents. He can also choose the time and place to receive calls from the agent.
- He can ask to see the agent"s ID and letter of authorization from the bank.
- The recovery agent has to deal with the borrower with decency and proper decorum.
- The borrower has a right to privacy and the agent should not discuss his debt situation with a third person.
- The borrower can seek assistance to resolve the dispute or differences regarding dues.
- During bereavement in the family or calamity, the borrowers can tell the agent to not visit or call.
The borrower can complain to the RBI on non compliance with the above or any other kind of harassment by the bank. Further, failure to incorporate the RBI"s guidelines could lead to the central bank invoking a ban on engaging recovery agents by the bank in a particular area, either jurisdictional or functional, for a limited period. In case of persistent breach of its guidelines, the RBI may extend the period of the ban or the area of ban.
How to deal with the situation
The borrower on should remember the following
- to not get intimidated
- to not react aggressively, use harsh language or retaliate physically even when provoked by the recovery agent.
- to not avoid the recovery agent or the truth that you have an obligation to pay
- to not sidestep close questioning in as much as it relates to his ability to pay.
- to not make false promises to either buy more time or to put off the agent for some time.
The borrower should as far as possible be calm, reasonable and
- Confirm the identity of the recovery agent and ascertain if he in an employee of the bank or a third party.
- Take detailed notes of all communication, written and verbal and if possible even record calls and of course keep copies of documentation.
- Express to the recovery agent, his willingness to pay his dues.
- Inform the agent that he would file a complaint with the RBI and the Bank if he gets abusive or issues threats of any manner.
- Approach the bank for direct negotiations if he doesn"t want to deal with the recovery agent.
- Complain to the RBI if things get out of hand.
All things said and done, the best thing that the borrower can do to avoid this situation is of course, borrow only to the extent required and to the extent that it is within his means to repay so that he never defaults on the loan in the first place. After all, the debt recovery agent would have come into this situation, only because the borrower has defaulted on his obligation to pay!
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by John Turtle
A Frank Admission on the Power of Data
Very rarely in the corporate world does one get an honest reason for a CEO's departure, however Andrew Mason ex CEO Groupon managed it with his resignation letter.
He is candid about the reasons why he should go "two quarters of missing our own expectations and a stock price that's hovering around one quarter of our listing price, the events of the last year and a half speak for themselves. As CEO, I am accountable".
He also managed to include in his resignation letter a reference to a video game, Battletoads, which starred three anthropomorphic toads, Rash, Zitz and Pimple. This put a smile on my face but then I am not an investor in Groupon and perhaps this kind of levity may not have gone down too well in their eyes.
Finally in the last paragraph he pinpoints the cause of his problems, "My biggest regrets are the moments that I let a lack of data override my intuition on what's best for our customers".
So all CEO's take care, ensure you have enough, relevant data, not just big data because it is fashionable and use regular data cleansing to maintain the integrity of the data.


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Diana Krall has made quite an impression in the world of jazz music.
Her voice alone might have been enough to draw attention, as Krall's contralto vocals (the deepest voice part for women) stand out among most popular musicians. But she combines this with deft skill at the piano, making her one of the most successful jazz musicians of the modern day.
Krall has earned Grammy awards for Best Jazz Vocal and Best Jazz Vocal Album, as well taking home eight Juno awards in her native Canada. She is also the only jazz singer to manage the feat of having eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz charts.
Krall has also made a few appearances on screen, such as roles as singers in the films "De-Lovely" and "Public Enemies," as well as for televised concerts such as her appearances with her husband Elvis Costello on the Canadian program "Spectacle: Elvis Costello with ... "
WHEN: 8 p.m. Wednesday
WHERE: American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster
INFO: www.amtshows.com; 717-397-7700


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Fuel pump??
I've had for the past month had problems with starting after driving. the problem was intermittent but now the xj wont start... yay... Just got back to town from work, drove to the mall (4 Miles) and after an hour sitting it would roll over but not start.
I tried:
plane old start ie, turn key wait 3 seconds and turn all the way to start.
turn over with gas pedal to the floor.
then after I got fed up, I sprayed some quick start to the intake and it started but immediately stalled out.
Tonight I am going to check to see if I have any fuel pressure, but I did not hear the pump turn on. I also swapped relays and checked the fuses with no happy start afterwards.
I am wondering if this pump has a common problem with power wires breaking after time and easy to fix/replace wire? or should I just go straight to replacing the fuel pump?
thanks for the input!!
You should be able to hear the pump kick on. If not you know its something pump related, especially since starter fluid got it to run for a second.
Its always possible that wires have gone bad, but Id say the pump is far more likely to fail. You can always drop the tank and check the wiring to make sure the pump is getting juice but Id guess and say its the pump, not the wiring.
By design, when the key is turned to the ON position, the fuel pump should run for approximately 2 seconds.
If you do NOT hear the pump energize and run when you do that, you either have a problem with control electronics or the fuel pump itself.
For starters, I would go under the hood to the power distribution center (black box on the passenger side) and swap the fuel pump relay with another relay just to be sure the problem isn't relay related. These relays are all of the same part number, so swapping them is not an issue.
No start checklist..
Hope you didn't fill 'er up today :(
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The Prince of Wales attends the National Sheep Association show at Dumfries House
6th June 2012
The Duke of Rothesay visits the National Sheep Association's biennial Scotsheep event at Dumfries House, Scotland
The Prince of Wales, known as The Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, got into the spirit of the National Sheep Association's flagship event as he arrived carrying a shepherd's crook.
His Royal Highness officially opened the biennial Scotsheep industry show which attracts thousands of farmers and other professionals.
This year's venue is Morrisons Farm in the grounds of Dumfries House in Cumnock, Ayrshire.
The Duke travelled to Scotland after appearing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the climax of The Queen's Diamond Jubilee events, and spent the night at the 18th Century stately home.
In his capacity as Great Steward of Scotland, The Duke of Rothesay headed a consortium of charities and heritage bodies which bought the house and its 2,000 acres of land in 2007.
In 2009, supermarket firm Morrisons embarked on a joint venture with The Duke to farm about half of the Dumfries House estate's land.
The Duke started his visit meeting staff in the Morrisons tent and sampling the freshly made treats on offer. After trying a piece of potato scone, he said he preferred to have them deep-fried.
Wearing a bunnet (flat cap) and black Argyll wellington boots, The Duke insisted he was not to blame for the day's wet weather - a reference to him recently having a go at reading the weather when he visited BBC Scotland's headquarters in Glasgow.
Dorothea Holland, 60, from Stranraer in Galloway, had her picture taken with The Duke.
She said she asked him how The Duke of Edinburgh was.
"He said he was doing well and thanked me for asking. He just said it was a shame that he hadn't been able to take part yesterday, and said they had all had a very busy few days.
"It was lovely to meet him and get a photo. He was very friendly and didn't mind at all."
The Duke viewed some of the 140 trade stands at the show, before officially opening the event.
He said: "I must say I am incredibly proud to be at Dumfries House and to be able to open Scotsheep 2012 in the farm.
"I'm particularly grateful to Morrisons who have played such an incredibly important role in bringing the farm back to life again - you should have seen it five years ago when I first arrived - and the fact that they have got involved has made an enormous difference to the whole place.
"Now, I claim no responsibility for the weather whatsoever, despite a few remarks about weather forecasting. But I am told that if it had been a nice day, then so many people wouldn't have turned up as you would have had something much more important to be doing in the sunshine. So, in a way, rain is a blessing.
"If I may, I would like to pay tribute to all those remarkable, resilient and unbelievably determined sheep farmers and cattle farmers all over this country, and particularly in Scotland, who contribute an enormous amount to this country's economy and its social and environmental future. You are a remarkable breed."
The Duke also visited Scotsheep's Wool Centre to hear about the Campaign for Wool, of which he is patron, and met Primary 6 pupils from the local Mauchline Primary School. The campaign is an industry initiative to expand the market for British and Commonwealth wool and to promote awareness of its environmental benefits.
His Royal Highness then watched a sheep being sheared and was given a spinning demonstration.
As he made his way around the arena, The Duke was handed gifts such as a framed tie and script from the National Sheep Association.
The Duke was also involved in launching the Mutton Renaissance campaign in 2004 to help sheep farmers sell older animals.
Scotsheep chairman Neale McQuistin said: "The practical, on-farm research work taking place on the Morrisons Farm at Dumfries House, which Prince Charles has initiated, will be of great interest to the thousands of visitors attending the event and will be of immense benefit to both the sheep and beef industries in the longer term."


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Jessie J Recounts WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND Mishap & Nicki Minaj VMA Wardrobe Malfunction
Chart-topping international pop star and onetime West End player Jessie J recounts a horrific mishap that occurred while performing in the original production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jim Steinman's WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND as well as sheds some light on the recent wardrobe malfunction experienced by her "Bang Bang" trio partner Nicki Minaj at this week's VMAs as part of a new interview.
J appeared on Fashion Police this week to discuss the fashion trends of the Emmys and VMAs and discussed her performance alongside Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, the latter whose dress mistakenly opened during their performance.
J recalled of the VMAs performance, "I think it was a zipper issue - that's it. I kind of liked it!"
Furthermore, J shared of her memories of incurring injuries in WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND as a child, "When I was 9, I did a back-flip off the stage by accident."
J elaborates, "I stepped forward, doing the dance... and fell off; cut the orchestra conductor's hand open."
"The audience started cheering - they thought it was part of the show," J remembers.
J humorously concludes, "My name was Brat, so now in the musical theatre world I'm known as Brat Pit."
View the new video of Jessie J discussing WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND and the VMAs below.


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In the face of tragedy and violence, it can be hard to know what to say to kids. How do you answer your child's questions while reassuring them that you will keep them safe? The authors of Taking the Terror out of School Shootings remind us that "[w]hile there are no easy answers about these kinds of events, children will want an explanation from parents and teachers. A complete explanation will not be easy, it may not even be possible, but we must try. We must strive for a balance between helping a child feel safe and acknowledging the existence of violence, evil and danger in the world."
Here are three other resources that can help parents and caregivers:
Helping your children manage distress in the aftermath of a shooting. From the American Psychological Association.
How to talk to your kids about Reynolds High School shooting, recent teen deaths (links). Oregonian reporter Amy Wang includes links to helping a grieving teen.
A Survival Guide for Parents of Teenagers: What if the next shooting is at my school? (pdf). A tip sheet for talking to your teen about school violence. From the University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development.


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TARPON SPRINGS — Tarpon Springs recorded first downs on its first four offensive plays and set the tone in a 41-21 victory over River Ridge on Friday.
Spongers receiver Drew Kier caught three passes in that opening four-play scoring drive, including a 15-yard touchdown catch. Marcelle Lewis added a 25-yard touchdown run later in quarter for a 14-0 lead.
Tarpon Springs dominated the quarter, recording eight first downs, allowing the Royal Knights only one first down and allowing minus-6 yards of offense overall.
The Royal Knights did fight back and trailed only 21-14 at the half.
"We just took our foot off the gas pedal," said Kier, who finished with five receptions for 57 yards.
Josiah Fisk had a 91-yard kickoff return for the Spongers (3-0). River Ridge (0-4) quarterback Kenny Toce, who did not start the game, had three rushing touchdowns.


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With a stay at Rise Hotel in Almaty, you'll be connected to a shopping center and close to Almaty Central Stadium. This hotel is within the vicinity of Presidential Palace and Republic Square.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.
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Abstracts due Dec. 19, 2016; full submissions due Feb. 20, 2017.
Submit your abstracts of no more than 350 words here: https://lunchdesignjournal.submittable.com/submit/70294/lunch-12-tactics
The city is at a critical moment—emerging spatial, ecological, and social crises have called into question the validity of established urban logics. As designers, we are uniquely equipped to act when the constructed frameworks of society inhibit progress. In the face of such systemic problems, designers can most effectively provoke concrete change by rejecting the rigid and conventional in favor of the tactical. Subversive and experimental in their nature, and informed by a pragmatic specificity, tactical operations transform our modes of perception and engagement. Through their transparency, these operations achieve a responsive and equitable built environment in which the inhabitant is not simply a user, but an empowered actor. Lunch seeks critical research, speculative design, and incisive built work that employs tactical problemsolving: invention through constraint, reconfiguration of accepted practices, and the urgency of the here and now.
We propose engagement on three fronts:
INFORMATION TACTICS: Data and technology are exploited in the name of optimization, creating a so-called "smart city" populated, but not operated by, its inhabitants. In what ways can we use information to create a more responsive city sustained by generative and visible processes?
ENGAGEMENT TACTICS: Conventional design methodology is opaque and inaccessible to those external to its practice. How can democratizing the means, methods, and products of design initiate a reflexive dialogue within and beyond the field? In what ways can reassessing accepted methodologies fuel novel forms of practice?
HYBRID TACTICS: Material, spatial, ecological, and programmatic hybridity can enhance the utility and longevity of design interventions. How can tactical operations capitalize on synergies to produce adaptive environments? How can a progressive understanding of the interrelation of the human and nonhuman inform the composition of the city?
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Posted on February 27, 2015 by Brian Smith
The recent coverage of Erskine's Statement on Human Sexuality has generated considerable confusion based on an inaccurate understanding of the nature of the statement and its intent. This statement describes a position. It does not prescribe a policy and does not 'ban' any individual or class of individuals from attending Erskine. No students have been asked to leave […]Continue Reading


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Homeware and Appliances - Melbourne, VIC
Glassware and ceramics from Europe and Australia, and beautiful accessories such as rugs, skins, mirrors and masks complete the collection.
Exhibit stocks an eclectic range of furniture, ceramics, lighting, textiles and glassware. With a philosophy that interiors should reflect our personalities and lifestyles, not a picture-perfect magazine shoot or a soulless minimal creation. Drawing objects and artifacts from all over the world, Exhibit's range is colorful, refreshing and intriguing.
Exhibit's collection includes contemporary furniture from local designers and an opulent range of Italian Murano glassware and chandeliers. Its earthy African textiles and Egyptian crystal chandeliers create an aura of diversity.


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