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This shaving cream won't be on the market until June, but we're excited about it. Fellow Barber, which has stores in New York and San Francisco, is a haven for men looking to maintain their beards and get a good old fashioned razor shave. The cream promises to be pleasantly fragrant, and, like most of their in-house products, light and airy. It's free of alcohol, which dries out and damages the skin, and of parabens and sulfates, which are linked to cancer and hormonal imbalances. [$20, fellowbarber.com]
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Snowpoet possesses the ability to combine two of the world's most magical things — song and poetry. Inspired by musicians such as Bjork, Joni Mitchell, Tom Waits and Ólöf Arnalds, as well as poets such as Sylvia Plath, W.B. Yeats and Philip Larkin, the alternative folk duo from London weave them together effortlessly. Their recently released EP Butterfly demonstrates this fusion exquisitely.
The EP opens up with 'Always'. In the first part of the track, we hear vocalist Lauren Kinsella in the middle of an internal monologue. At first, I assumed that she could be having a conversation with someone. She asks questions like 'do you have pictures?', and 'what do you imagine life was like?'. But there weren't any other voices, and she can be heard replying to some of the questions. So it can be assumed that her words are like a stream of random thoughts. The sound of the piano is nostalgic and upbeat as she asks questions about paintings, pictures and happier times. Then, the sound of the rosy piano becomes subdued, grainy and darker. The spoken monologue is dazzling and compliments the instrumentals beautifully. 'Always' is also accompanied by an emotional saxophone solo by Josh Arcoleo.
The second track, '1953' is light and graceful. The sounds of the Wurlitzer electric piano reminds me of a vintage musical jewellery box. This track is a splendid segue into 'Butterflies'. 'Butterflies' is inspired by a symbolic experience Chris Hyson had at his dad's funeral where he saw butterflies around the coffin. The brushing drums in the first half of the track are chilling as if it's building up to something unpleasant. Despite the drums, which are reminiscent of an irregular heartbeat, Lauren's voice reminds sweet and blissful. The brushing drums become less prominent in the second half of the song. Throughout the track, Lauren switches between singing and talking, this corresponds to the shifting sounds.
The final track 'Alive With Closed Eyes' is a musical reworking of 'I Will Wade Out' by E. E. Cumming. If you look at the physical structure of this poem, there are randomly indented lines reminiscent of waves of an ocean. This resembles the way Snowpoet songs drift between spoken word and singing.
This EP is not only ethereal but also a complete and wholesome release. Each track compliments the other, and there isn't a track that appears out of place. The best thing about this EP is that it can be listened to from start to end because of it's story like features. At the end of the final track, I'm left intrigued. Snowpoet doesn't just create music; they create art.
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The textures you use are also important. In the case of a warm color palette such as the one described above, you can use soft textures and fabrics. You can use silk or cotton. After you've decided on a main color scheme for the room you'll have to add a few accents. They don't have to follow the same lines. In fact, it's best if they don't because this way they stand out and the contrasts become focal points. Accent features such as throw pillows, artwork, decorations, area rugs, etc. should be more colorful. You can opt for bold and vibrant shades that will complement your black furniture beautifully.
Alternatively, the bed can be the only black piece of furniture in the room. This will allow it to stand out by contrasting with the nightstands and dresser. If these are white, then a timeless color combination is established and it can be repeated throughout the room's décor in a lot of different ways.
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February 02, 2018 / UNLEASH THE POWER OF JOY
February 02, 2018
Five days after the launch of their business, Colleen Berkowitz received a text from Colleen Stine, "I can't believe I'm saying this. My sister was just killed. I'll talk to you soon."
The two women still had never met. They wouldn't for another two months.
Berkowitz and Stine met online through Stine's Etsy shop. They shared the same name. They had babies on the same day. They became texting friends, bonding over a shared exasperation about sassy messages on kids' shirts. So, they decided to counterprogram with an online business, Mama Said Tees, and a brand built on spreading a message of kindness.
Their first shirts, sized for kids, were "Kind is the new cool" and "Love one another".
Stine's sister, Shannon O'Malia Hall was shot and killed by her estranged husband in July 2014. After killing her, he shot himself. Their sons, then 8 and 10, were in the next room. Colleen Stine moved back to her hometown and adopted her sister's boys, whom she is raising along with her three children.
When she texted the business partner she had never met with the tragic news, Stine's next text was,
"Keep it alive".
"We went from not knowing what we were doing to trying it out while dealing with this heartache," explains Berkowitz. "We were trying to stay afloat while trying to keep Colleen afloat."
Over the past three years, Mama Said Tees and its message of kindness and tolerance has continued to grow. A campaign to redefine normal pushes back on stereotypes and discrimination with the message "Everybody is different. Different is normal." Their Human line of t-shirts recognizes that despite a world of differences, we all are human.
"Our little company was started for a reason much bigger than we first thought," says Stine. "Shannon's passion was the match that lit a fire in us. I'll never stop trying to honor my sister. It's a way to help her live on and keep teaching. The bigger it gets, the more passionate we become about making the world a better place."
Shannon was the first to ask for an adult-sized shirt from Mama Said Tees. Her sister remembers that she lived in comfy things. The soft, comfortable Mama Said t-shirts are a nod to her.
Colleen Stine is a non-teacher in a family of teachers. She acknowledges that there was a time when she knew her family believed she had more to give the world. With her little company and big heart, she now gives more than she first imagined.
"We definitely underestimated what this would be. I honestly thought it would be a fun way to do my little part. It would entertain me, and do some good in the world. It would allow me to be who my parents wanted me to be," says Stine. "But now, there's so much responsibility for thousands of people. It is a much greater purpose. The number of people who feel comfortable sharing their lives and stories with us makes every bad day feel wonderful. So many of our followers feel like family."
And all of those followers, say Berkowitz and Stine, are a part of helping them spread a message of kindness.
"We want you to put that shirt on your kid and be open to the conversation when someone asks about it on the playground," Stine notes. "Some people, even some celebrities, just have t-shirts for their kids. What we want is to have a conversation with everyone else. We're just two moms who want the best for their kids. We're trying to really change viewpoints and get people to go out and do something. We want people to see that you can be better than yourself and go above and beyond. These things can change someone's day."
"Kindness is trending now," says Berkowitz, "but when we started, none of this was out there. We chose to spread the message that we wanted. We want our t-shirts to spark the conversation and to start the change for people to live in a way that the message reminds you."
While their company has grown quickly over the past three years, it is that message that matters most to Colleen and Colleen.
"Our company is more than just what we sell,"
Berkowitz explains. "We are trying to make a difference."
Launched in a moment of unspeakable sorrow, Mama Said Tees is doggedly upbeat. Says co-founder, Colleen Berkowitz, "If you want more kindness in the world, put it there."
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Hello everyone! This is my first post, though I have been lurking for some time now haha. My fiancé and I got engaged last november, we didn't have much money, so for my Ering we got a cute little setting and put a gem from a pair of earrings my now deceased grandma gave me. I love the ring because of it's sentimental value and I will always hold it dear to me.
But my fiancé wants me to upgrade to something more noticeable and long lasting. After doing some research-we fell in love with Moissanite stones. We are very pro Earth, MoissaniteCo uses recycled material for the bands and the confict free idea for the gem is the way to go. Plus they're absolutely gorgeous, and the idea behind them is amazing. I'm in love.
Now we have narrowed it down to 2 choices. I'm in love with both, but sadly cannot have two haha. One is more antique looking and the other more feminine, so I'm torn!
Please give me your idea on which you think is best. I'd be getting them in a 1.1C Cushion cut. And I have a size 4 finger.
Also any inputs on your Moissanite rings + their photos would be awesome.
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Meet the 2012-13 WFTV Mentees
Women in Film and Television (UK) is delighted to announce the launch of the latest WFTV Mentoring Scheme to support mid-career level women working in TV and film.
WFTV Chief Executive, Kate Kinninmont, said "the 2011 mentoring scheme was a stunning success for the women involved and we're delighted to renew the process for another 20 women. All the evidence shows that this experience can really transform their careers."
Over six months, from November 2012 to April 2013, each of the women will have six hours of mentoring contact with an experienced industry professional, combined with an intensive programme of seminars and access to training and networking opportunities.
The scheme is designed to support mid-career women. Those selected represent a variety of disciplines across film and television, including writing, directing, producing, editing, cinematography, media law, PR, distribution, scheduling and events. The women all have at least five years experience and work across fiction features, documentary, comedy, TV drama and children's programming.
The women participating in the scheme are:
Avon Harpley, Film/TV Drama Producer
Bridgette Williams, Film Editor
Carrie Galvau, Business and Legal Affairs Manager, BBCWW
Elizabeth Clegg, Screenwriter
Emma Lindley, TV Producer/Director
Eva Weber, Film/TV/Commercials Director
Heather Pople, Head of Scheduling, Sky Atlantic HD and Sky Arts HD
Joy Wilkinson, TV Scriptwriter
Kate Reid, Cinematographer
Laurel Parker, Producer/Director
Lindsey Dryden, Documentary Producer/Director
Michelle Coomber, TV/Film Director
Meghan Horvath, Documentary Director
Nadia Iqbal, TV/Film Editor
Natalie Samson, Head of TV/3D Consultant Producer, Vision3
Ros Attille, Series Producer
Sadie Groom, MD, Bubble & Squeak
Sharon Kersley, Head of Events, Sky
Vivien Muller-Rommel, Distribution & Exhibition Co-ordinator, BFI
Wanda Opalinska, Comedy writer/actress
You can see pictures and find out more about each mentee here.
Voiceover artist Peddy Knowles who took part in the WFTV Mentoring scheme in early 2012 said of the experience: "For the first time in twenty working years I know where I want to go, what I need to achieve my goals, and how to get there."
The mentees have been carefully matched with one of twenty high-profile mentors, who include: Beryl Vertue, Hartswood Films; Emma Turner, Senior Executive Producer Worldwide Drama, Fremantle; Chantal Rickards, Head of Programming/Branded Content, MEC EMEA; Sara Putt, MD Sara Putt Associates; Fiona Stourton, Creative Director, Ten Alps; Andrea Florence, CEO Aquila Films; John Gough, Head of Programme, Entertainment Masterclass; Claire Zolkwer, Commissioning Editor, Comedy Entertainment, ITV; Sallie Ryle, Communications Consultant, Mammoth Screen; Will Clarke, CEO Altitude Film Entertainment.
"The person I mentored was an outstanding professional who I felt could really benefit from the help I was able to give her," said Dorothy Byrne, Head of News and Current Affairs at Channel 4 Television, of her experience of being a mentor on the scheme.
The scheme's producer, Nicola Lees, commented "now in its third year, the scheme has seen previous mentees win executive level promotions, set up their own production companies, embark on directing their first feature film. I'm delighted to be working with another group of talented women from a wide range of disciplines and look forward to seeing what they can achieve – individually and collectively across the three groups – over the next few months".
The scheme, supported by Eon Productions, Creative Skillset, BBC, and Channel 4, was launched in 2010 in response to Skillset research that showed, "women aged 35 or over are under-represented in the workforce, compared with both men of the same age and women aged under 35", and Broadcast's 2010 Women in TV survey, which revealed that the gender pay gap, ageism and sexism had all worsened since their first survey in 2006.


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Cooperate connects your marketing technologies, workflows, and teams with our marketing operations platform for a complete marketing technology stack. Offering out-of-the-box and custom integrations across a wide variety of systems, our team will work with you to fit your unique integration needs.
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Kid-friendly (and kid-proof) design. Touch screen and stylus. All-day battery life. Rotating camera. Speedy solid-state drive. Display is 1366-by-768 resolution.
Low-capacity drive. Unexceptional performance. Lacks the robust software selection seen elsewhere.
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The 2go PC NL3 Classmate PC makes some performance gains with a quick solid-state drive and a long-lasting battery, but we've seen this same package with better software.
Netbooks continue to survive in the cozy niche of education, being just the right size and in the right price range for schools and families that want an inexpensive way to augment learning with technology. The 2go PC NL3 Classmate PC ($631.49 list), like the recently reviewed DirAction NL3 Classmate PC, is built to Intel's Classmate PC criteria and is outfitted with a swiveling touch screen and educational software. Compared with the DirAction NL3, the 2go PC NL3 cuts a few corners with fewer software offerings and less storage space, but makes up for it elsewhere with faster performance, a speedy solid-state drive (SSD), and a better display.
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The 2go NL3 looks nearly identical to the DirAction NL3 because they use the same chassis so as to fit into Intel's Classmate PC specifications. Externally, the only differences are the badges that indicate the brand. The 2go NL3 thus features the same kid friendly (and kid-proof) design with a ruggedized molded plastic chassis, spill-resistant keyboard with antimicrobial coating and scratch resistant touchscreen, and a swiveling screen that allows the small PC to be used as a netbook, tablet, and ereader. An integrated handle makes it easy to carry, and the removable battery can be swapped out by the user.
The 10.1-inch screen boasts 1,366-by-768 resolution, a step up from the lower resolution seen on the DirAction NL3 and similar to the display on the Fujitsu Stylistic Q550 (Intel Atom Z690). The resistive touch screen isn't as responsive as the capacitive touch displays seen on the Kupa X11 Pro Tablet, but it's usable, especially when using the included stylus. And for those worried about students losing the stylus, the 2go NL3 includes both onboard storage and a stylus tether. The icons may need to be scaled up a bit for a more touch-friendly experience, but otherwise, the touch support and handwriting recognition are implemented fairly well.
The differences between the two reside a bit deeper than the chassis, laying instead in the components and software. The 2go NL3 comes with two USB 2.0 ports, VGA and HDMI output, a 10/100 Fast Ethernet port, and mic and headphone jacks. A covered SIM card port also opens up the possibility of 3G connectivity. Even without a SIM card, the 2go NL3 still offers 802.11n Wi-Fi, as well as Bluetooth 2.1. A swiveling webcam sits atop the screen, ready to be used in either laptop or tablet modes, but it's a 1.3-megapixel camera instead of the 2-megapixel offered by DirAction NL3.
The 2go NL3 is outfitted with a 64GB solid-state drive, which adds some speed to an otherwise sluggish system. On the software side, the system is at a disadvantage, coming with ArtRage 2, Foxit eReader, and NoteTaker preinstalled, along with Microsoft Security Essentials. The 2go PC does not include LabCam or Microsoft Mathematics, two of the more useful educational tools offered on the DirAction.
The 2go NL3 is available with up to 4GB of DDR3 memory, which is a tad confusing, since the 1.66GHz Intel Atom N2600 dual-core processor will support no more than 2GB. Despite this head-scratcher, the 2go NL3 performed reasonably well for an Atom-powered netbook, scoring 1,138 points in PCMark 7, ahead of the DirAction NL3's 696 points. In Cinebench, the dual-core processor scored 0.51 points, identical to the DirAction NL3, and ahead of the Kupa X11 Pro Tablet as well as the Fujitsu Q550 (Intel Atom Z690), and just ahead of comparable netbooks like the Dell Latitude 2120 and the Acer Aspire One D260-1270.
Using the Intel Atom's integrated graphics processing, the 2go NL3 supported DirectX 9 (DX9), but was couldn't run Lost Planet 2 or Crysis. In 3DMark 06, the 2go NL3 scored 369 points with medium details and 1,024-by-768 resolution. Despite the higher resolution display, the integrated graphics were still unable to run the test at higher settings.
Battery life on the 2go NL3 is actually improved over that of the DirAction NL3, lasting 9 hours 42 minutes, nearly an hour-and-a-half longer than the DirAction NL3's 8:18 using identical 56Wh 6-cell batteries. This difference in battery life can be attributed to the improved energy efficiency of the 64GB SSD. The 2go NL3's battery life also pulls ahead of the 9:04 of the Acer Aspire One D260-1270 with its 49Wh battery, and other comparable Windows tablets and netbooks, all of which fall in the 7- to 8-hour range.
When stacked against the DirAction NL3, there are differences and trade-offs with the 2go PC NL3 Classmate PC, such as a less robust software selection and lower-resolution camera, but the speedier performance and improved battery life balance it out. While the 2go NL3 Classmate PC may be a bit pricier than your average Atom-based netbook, the touch-screen functionality and convertible form-factor mare than make up for it, and it remains significantly less expensive than comparable Windows tablets. Like the DirAction NL3, the 2go NL3 is a solid teaching tool, both for teaching students about technology and then using that technology to educate them in other areas. The performance may not be impressive, but as an affordable standardized resource for educators, it should be a welcome addition to the classroom. Outside of the classroom, however, the Editors' Choice for budget systems remains the Acer Aspire 5349-2635, which is far more affordable at nearly half the price.
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Unless you're a really lousy employee, you don't have to "motivate" yourself to get out of bed and go to work, right? You just do it. You have to, so you don't even entertain the option of not getting up. If you're a dad like me, you don't weigh the alternatives to changing a poop-filled diaper. It has to beContinue reading


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The United Nations envoy for West African today underlined the Organization's determination to strengthen partnership with countries in the region to effectively combat threats to stability, including piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, drug trafficking and organized crime, as well as the food crisis and insecurity in the Sahel belt.
Said Djinnit, the Secretary-General's Special Representative and head of the UN Office for West Africa (UNOWA), said during a meeting in Abidjan with Côte d'Ivoire's President, Alassane Ouattara, that the region faces challenges on two fronts.
"Its northern borders are affected by the Sahel crisis whose effects are keenly felt on Mali. Its southern borders, along the Atlantic coast, undergo the phenomenon of rampant piracy and organized crime, which ultimately threaten economic development of the entire sub-region."
Mr. Djinnit and Mr. Ouattara, the current chair of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), also discussed the holding of a regional summit to develop a comprehensive strategy against piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.
Earlier in the week, Mr. Djinnit attended a high-level meeting of the UN country teams and peacekeeping missions in Côte d'Ivoire and Liberia, during which the missions adopted a "roadmap" specifying how to enhance cooperation to improve security along their common border.


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Does "Rational Ignorance" make working on transparency and accountability a waste of time?
Guest post from Paul O'Brien, Vice President for Policy and Campaigns, Oxfam America (gosh, they do have august sounding job titles, don't they?)
As the poorest half of the planet sees that just 62 people have more wealth than all of them, collective frustration at extreme inequality is increasing. To rebalance power and wealth, many in our community are turning to transparency, accountability, participation and inclusion. Interrogate that "development consensus," however, and opinions are fractured over the benefits and costs of transferring power from the haves to the have-nots.
In truth, our theories of change often diverge. Most development organizations may agree on the need to advocate for more Investment, Innovation, Information, strong Institutions and Incentives, but some organizations are genuinely committed to only one of those "I's", and that can be problematic: Oxfam often finds itself choosing and moving between the relentless positivity of politically benign theories of change (e.g. we just need more "investment" or "innovation"), the moderation of those who focus exclusively on transparent "information" with no clear pathway to ensure its political relevance, and the relentless negativity of activists that think the only way to transform "institutions" or realign the "incentives" of elites is to beat them up in public.
Oxfam's challenge is to be both explicit in our theory of change and show sophistication and dexterity in working across that spectrum. If Oxfam's theory of change is based on a citizen-centered approach to tackling global systemic challenges like extreme inequality, then our opportunity may be engaging the "rational ignorance" of citizens and consumers.


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Elementary-aged children are invited to participate in this special time of worship and learning. Children's Chapel is held in the historical Chapel during the 10:00 am Mass, starting at the beginning of the service. Children will return to the Church during the Offertory to enjoy the remainder of the service with their families.
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The 4th Sunday of each month is Youth Sunday. Children and youth are invited to serve as greeters, ushers, and lay readers during the 10:00 am Mass. Interested in serving on the Youth Sunday rotation? Contact Becky Gleason.
Acolytes carry out liturgical duties during Mass. Children and youth (first grade and up) serve at the altar and grow in faith and fellowship as members of St. Michael's Worship Team. Interested in serving on the acolyte rotation? Contact the Worship Team.
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St. Michael's serves children with special needs by providing opportunities to fully participate in the life of our church. Children are integrated with special instruction and support.
Contact Children's Minister Becky Gleason with questions and/or to reserve an aide.
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To serve families with young children, St. Michael's has collected age-appropriate, purposeful activities for babies, preschoolers, and school-aged children. The hope is that these biblically and liturgically based resources would help in the integration of our youngest members into the life of worship. The Kids' Carts are located at the main entrance to the church.
The ADA accessible playground contains a play structure, a toddler swing, a full-support swing, a dome climber, and a beloved climbing tree. The playground is available to children and families whenever there is activity at St. Michael's! The playground is also open to the community anytime. Adult supervision of children is required.
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SAFA says the signed agreement will see Libya stage the 2017 Cup of Nations, which was awarded to South Africa.
SAFA adds the deal to swap tournaments must still be confirmed by the continent's ruling body, the Confederation of African Football, at its next executive committee meeting in Cairo on Sept. 28.
The agreement also covers the 2014 African Nations Cup, a tournament for emerging players, which was also to be hosted by Libya.
Libya's staging of Africa's top football championship was in doubt since the uprising against dictator Moammar Gadhafi.


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Epic Games creates new Unreal Engine 4 multiplayer demonstration for Oculus VR hardware
SAN FRANCISCO (March 19, 2014)– Virtual reality development for games, linear entertainment and other types of applications has exploded over the past months, and the new Unreal Engine 4 demonstration at this week's Game Developers Conference brings new depth and fidelity to the Oculus experience.
It's a multiplayer game, but it's not what you might expect coming from a studio that's known for making gritty shooters.
Rather, in this encounter (un)officially described as "Couch Knights" you control half of a cheeky battle set in a metropolitan living room scene. Trendy apartment decor, realistic furniture and a balcony overlooking the city are juxtaposed with two action-figure-come-to-life warriors who duke it out with their pint-sized swords and shields atop your coffee table, as lifelike avatars of yourself and a friend face off from the comfort of virtual couches.
Both players maneuver wee crusaders while action unfolds within the virtual den. You each hold a controller in the scene, as well as in the real world – an element that helps ground the experience. As you'd expect with the Rift, you can alter your view of the environment in real time by simply looking around the virtual space naturally. In addition, both players' motion and position are mapped through the headsets to their in-game avatars through inverse kinematics (IK).
While the mini-me duo initiates melee combat on the table, events can quickly take a surprising turn as they dive from the original play space, scurry at your feet, hop up on chairs, and run around you and your foe on the individual couches.
This new demonstration is possible thanks to the new Oculus Development Kit 2, an updated version of Crystal Cove, which features an external camera and positional tracking. The second development kit for the Oculus Rift is now available for pre-order.
Preceding this milestone are numerous pioneering efforts between Epic and Oculus, such as the interactive "Elemental" Unreal Engine 4 demonstration shown at E3 2013 and the extended "Elemental Defense" strategy demo unveiled at CES 2014 – both of which contributed to several best-of-show awards.


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Bubujiko la Roho Mtakatifu
Monday, September 3, 2012
Namshukuru Mungu sana kwa wema na fadhili zake anazonitendea kila iitwapo leo nimeuona wema wake katika maisha yangu hakuna siku aliyeniacha mpweke bali siku zote alikuwa nami akinitia moyo akinitetea na kunipa muongozo sahihi wa maisha yangu. Kwa kweli namshukuru Mungu sana na kwa upendo wake mkuu.Uinuliwe baba, uhimidiwe, upewe sifa kwa maana wastahili hakuna mwingine kama wewe na hatakuwepo wa kulinganishwa na wewe wewe ni baba wewe ni Bwana wangu , wewe ni Mungu wangu sina Mungu mwingine ila ni wewe asante kwa kunipenda asante kwa kunikumbatia asante kwa kunifunika kwa wema wako, jina lako ni kuu sana na jina lako libarikiwe. Ameni
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Dear friend in Christ,
Greetings in Jesus name. I am happy to let you know that the bibles you sent have arrived. They are very precious type. I paid some charges to collect them, it was much but we got money together. I am short of words but I want to tell you that these bibles are greatly appreciated. God is aware of this great service and hand of fellowship you have extended to us and great is your blessings. Tears of joy flows out of my eyes as I opened each one and see the wonderful bibles. I wish I could see you face to face to shake your hands but I know we shall meet in Heaven if not here on earth. Most people were so amazed to hear that some one far away in America sent those bibles. We spent much time interceding for you and your church. We love you and will continue to pray for you all.
I pray that the Father shed His marvelous light upon you, as it is written: "Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising. Lift up thine eyes round about, and see: all they gather themselves together, they come to thee: thy sons shall come from far, and thy daughters shall be nursed at thy side." Isaiah 60:1-4.
My wife and I talked about a Brother yesterday evening. His name is Brother Yuhi a very devoted member of our church. He is a disabled person but very hard working and a warm and loving person. He is the Sunday school teacher for the children in our church. He is without a job and lives on help from members. I am sending you a picture of him moving on a wheel chair. Some weeks ago he presented his need for a wheel chair to the church but the church has no money because we are faced with so many needs like paying our place of worship rent and buying chairs. The wheel chair he presently uses which he used to take the photo belongs to the mother of another Brother in our church who often stays at home but she needs her wheel chair to move around. I asked him to bring one of his pictures so that you could see who you are helping if even God makes provision. My wife and I felt it to tell you. I was told that a wheel chair may not be too heavy to post through the post office so please if you have one or you can locate one even fairly used one please send it for Brother Yuhi. The price for a new one here like the one the other mother gave him to use which he sits on is seventeen thousand Naira (N14, 300) and that I was told is about 98 dollars. Please help Yuhi in whatever form you can and he would be praying for you.
Pray for us to overcome all challenges here. No matter what is going on, good or bad, everything is always better when we focus on the Lord. Colossians 3:1-2, "If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth." I have learned that everything in life, including my marriage, all relationships, jobs, etc are the best when God is my first priority. When I dwell more on Him than anything else--everything is better. Everything is good!
Isaiah 6:8 "Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me" You are blessed to answer God's call and serving Him!
May the love of our GOD the father, the grace of our LORD JESUS CHRIST and the fellowship of the HOLY SPIRIT be with you and your loved ones. Thank you for the bibles.
looking unto Jesus... Hebrews 12:1-2,
Brother Izekor
Nami Helen nazidi kumtukuza Mungu kwani yeye ndiye mtendaji mkuu bila yeye mimi siwezi lolote ni yeye atendaye. Haleluya Bwana utukuzwe.
Nami Helen nazidi kumtukuza Mungu kwani yeye ndiye mtendaji mkuu bila yeye mimi siwezi lolote ni yeye atendaye. Haleluya Bwana utukuzwe.
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Thursday, March 1, 2012
Kongamano la Moyo wa mwanamke
Kongamano! Kongamano! Kongamano! la moyo wa mwanamke.
LWC wanakukaribisha kwenye kongamano la moyo wa mwanamke linaloanza siku ya kesho tarehe 2/3/2012 hadi tarehe 4/3/2012 tafadhali usikose kufika
Woote mnakaribishwa.
LWC wanakukaribisha kwenye kongamano la moyo wa mwanamke linaloanza siku ya kesho tarehe 2/3/2012 hadi tarehe 4/3/2012 tafadhali usikose kufika
Woote mnakaribishwa.
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Monday, February 13, 2012
AM Back na nimejaa Upako usiseme
Bwana Asifiwe wapenzi samahani sana kwa kukaa kimya kwa kipindi kirefu ni majuku tu ya hapa na pale lakini yote i mema kwa Bwana. Natumaini nyoote hamjambo na namshukuru Mungu sana kwa ajili yenu kwani mwaka huu nauanza kwa nguvu mpya kwa maana nimefurika kweli kweli na nimejaa Roho wa Mungu niko tayari kuwalisha, kuwanywesha na kuwajaza sawa sawa na Roho wa Bwana atakavyopenda na atakavyoniwezesha.
Karibu tuungane nawapenda mbarikiwe sana.
Karibu tuungane nawapenda mbarikiwe sana.
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Friday, March 25, 2011
Fanyika tawi lizaalo katika mzabibu.
Mimi ndimi mzabibu wa kweli, na baba yangu ndiye mkulima. Kila tawi lizaalo hulisafisha, ili lizidi kuzaa. Ninyi mmekwisha kuwa safi kwa sababu ya lile neno nililowaambia. Kaeni ndani yangu nami ndani yenu. Kama vile tawi lisivyoweza kuzaa peke yake, lisipokaa ndani ya mzabibu, kadalika nanyi msipokaa ndani yangu. Mimi ni mzabibu ninyi ni matawi, akaaye ndani yangu nami ndani yake, huyo huzaa sana, maana pasipo mimi ninyi hamwezi neno lolote. Mtu asipokaa ..................................
Yohana 15:1-8
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
Utukufu na Heshima ni kwa Bwana Mungu tu
Baba Ninakushukuru kwa wema na fadhili zako nasema asante kwa kunipenda kwa pendo la kipekee pendo la agape, uhimidiwe maana unastahili, utukuzwe kwa maana unastahili upewe sifa kwa maana unastahili unastahili! unastahili! unastahili! Bwana wangu. Nakupenda sana sana Bwana asante kunipenda asante kwa kunibariki asante kwa kila kilicho katika maisha yangu. Bila wewe mimi siwezi ni kwa uweza wako na nguvu zako mimi niko hivi nilivyo leo hii asante sana Bwana wangu. Mkono wako ni mkuu sana umenitangulia katika kila jambo ndani ya maisha yangu asante sana Bwana nakupenda sana Mungu wangu. Sina Mungu mwingine ila ni wewe sina Bwana mwingine ila ni wewe na sina kiongozi mwingine katika maisha yangu ila ni wewe tu Bwana ni wewe tu Mungu wangu ni wewe peke yako ndio tegemeo langu ngome yangu na uzima. Uhimidiwe Mungu wangu uhimidiwe Mfalme wangu uhimidiwe ewe uliye kimbilio langu, utukufu na heshima ni kwako Bwana wangu na Mungu wangu. Amen Amen Amen
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BOAZ – The Snead State Community College baseball team recently welcomed close to 150 kids to its free camp.
The camp was held at the Snead State Community College baseball field and was free of charge. Players were split into groups and rotated between stations that concentrated on base running, pitching, throwing, catching, fielding and batting. Each station was led by Snead State players and coaches.
Players and parents from across Sand Mountain attended the camp. During the camp, retired Jacksonville State University baseball coach Rudy Abbott spoke to the parents. Coach Abbott served as the Gamecocks' head coach from 1970-2001. He coached the JSU baseball teams to NCAA Division II national championships in 1990 and 1991. Seven of his teams advanced to the NCAA Division II World Series.
"It was a privilege and honor for us to be able to present this camp for the young players in our area," said Coach Gerry Ledbetter. "We wanted to make baseball fun for these kids and motivate them to keep getting better."
Following the camp, Snead State players and coaches lined up and signed team posters for the campers.
"Our student-athletes take the time and invest in the community by serving as positive ambassadors for our College," said Athletic Director Mark Richard.
Snead State student-athletes are expected to work with young people from around the surrounding communities while also raising money for their respective programs, keeping up in the classroom and trying to win games as well.
"We hold them to a high academic standard so they can achieve their goals and demonstrate sportsmanship and the accomplishments that come through hard work and sacrifice," said Mr. Richard. "We hold them to a high citizenship standard so they set the example of the difference a productive and dedicated individual can make in the community."


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Yes. Private bar exam tutoring is available both exclusively and as a supplement to the full bar review course. While tutoring is not for everyone, it can be helpful for students that learn best in a one-on-one situation, students with learning disabilities, multiple repeaters with very specific problems to address and those struggling with anxiety. Please check out our California bar exam tutor page or call 213-985-1977 for additional information.
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We offer a credit for the deposits of most big name bar review companies with proof of deposit in the form of receipt and will apply this amount to your course fee with Personal Bar Prep. Some limitations apply. Please contact us for details.
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It's piping hot out there so we're continuing the conversation on healthy smoothies. You know what takes a smoothie from basic to badass? Superfoods. Today we're shouting out our top 5 superfoods that not only up the health factor, but that make smoothies taste dyn-o-mite. Superfoods can really kick your snack or meal up a notch, so we're sharing our favorite ways to use them. PSA: read allllll the way to the end because there's something big time in it for you. We're super excited to partner with Navitas Organics for this blog post – we're giving away a pack of all five of these bad boys. (Update 7/17: Giveaway closed!)
Cacao nibs (or cacao powder) is probably a superfood you've heard of before. Packed with antioxidants, these little buggers are so great at powering up a meal or snack. They have a dark chocolate taste without the sugar, you can add them in whole for some serious crunch or blend them for a cocoa infused smoothie. LOVE them paired with mint / berries / beets and more.
Chia seeds might be Megan's fav superfood of all time…also known for their omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds have a good amount of protein, antioxidants, magnesium, and fiber and will keep you energized for the day. Also? Great for staying regular. Add to salads, smoothies, oats, energy bites…the list could go on forever!
Hemp seeds are an amazing source of omega-3 fatty acids and a complete protein (meaning it contains all nine amino acids which is hard to come by in the plant world). It's also packed with antioxidants and iron. They will add a mild nutty flavor and in general go well with everything. Such a people please these little guys. Add these to energy bites or a smoothie to make them protein packed. They also add a great little crunch to smoothies.
Maca is an adaptogen. Adapto-what? Instead of targeting one part of the body, adaptogens help balance out the body as a whole. Maca will directly support your hormones and in turn will give you a) energy and b) a strong libido. Who doesn't want more of that? *crickets* We throw maca in just about everything but to get you started, it's great in coffee, smoothies, and banana n'ice cream. Nom.
Mulberries are basically raisins on steroids. The good kind of steroids though…they are low in sugar and high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Also, dried mulberries are freaking delicious and and well liked as opposed to raisins which people are such haters on. They are DIVINE sprinkled on smoothie bowls.
Navitas Organics has generously offered to giveaway each of our favorite superfoods to one lucky winner! Here's what you'll get:
- 1 bag of cacao nibs
- 1 bag of hemp seeds
- 1 bag of chia seeds
- 1 bag of maca
- 1 bag of mulberries
All you have to do is leave a comment below sharing which superfood is your favorite (or which you're most excited for) and what you're going to make with these! One winner will be selected at random from our Facebook, Instagram and blog comments on Monday, July 17th. Good luck!
UPDATE 7/17: Giveaway is closed! The random winning comment was on Instagram.
Who's ready for a smoothie bowl?!


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Heather Murdock | Sana'a 27 March 2010
Sally al-Sahabi, 12, and her father enter the police station, hoping that having her husband arrested will pressure him into granting her a divorce
In Yemen, it is legal and common for young girls to marry fully-grown men. But a growing activist movement trying to abolish the practice won a small victory Saturday, when 12-year-old Sally al-Sahabi was granted a divorce from her 26-year-old husband.
Sally's little brother held some of the many television mics in the packed, sweltering courthouse Saturday. Activists and journalists crowded around the table where a judge questioned her and her husband, Nabil al-Marshahi. After four months of begging her husband and petitioning human rights groups, Sally was finally getting her divorce.
Anti-child-bride activists looked jubilant when the judge pronounced the couple divorced. But Shadda Nasser, Sally's lawyer later said that the only reason the divorce went through was because Nabil had requested it. Sally was beaten and raped as a 10-year-old bride, but her December 2009 petition for divorce had failed.
Nasser says this divorce is a win for a growing movement in Yemen to end the practice of early marriage. A law that would make 17 the minimum age for marriage in Yemen has been languishing in parliamentary committees for over a year now, and is expected to be voted on again in the coming weeks.
"I am very happy because Sally, now she is free. And I am happy because I have new evidence for the parliament and President Saleh to look again for this law, and to help all the children in Yemen," said the lawyer.
Yemen's president, Ali Abdullah Saleh, and his ruling party support the law. There is a considerable amount of international pressure for it to get it passed. Even though it won a majority of votes in parliament last year, it still faces powerful opposition from leading sheiks, who call the measure un-Islamic, and a bow to Western cultural imperialism.
Early this week, hundreds of women demonstrated in Yemen's capital, demanding the law be passed. In late February, about 1,000 children marched in front parliament, carrying signs that said, "Our future is in your hands," and wearing T-shirts that said "No to early marriage." The children presented a petition with 60,000 signatures in support of the law.
Nujood Ali, now 11, divorced her 30-year-old husband last year using a similar strategy as Sally. Both husbands were thrown in jail on trumped-up charges by sympathetic authorities, and released after they promised to file for divorce.
Nujood, who regularly appears at anti-child marriage rallies, says when she grows up, she wants to be a lawyer to help other little girls escape her fate. She and Sally have been featured in international news. But Nujood says most of Yemen's child brides still suffer behind closed doors and black veils.


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|S125-E-008656 (17 May 2009) --- Astronauts Michael Good (left) and Mike Massimino, both STS-125 mission specialists, participate in the mission's fourth session of extravehicular activity (EVA) as work continues to refurbish and upgrade the Hubble Space Telescope. During the eight-hour, two-minute spacewalk, Massimino and Good continued repairs and improvements to the Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph (STIS) that will extend the Hubble's life into the next decade.
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Never seen that before, but I've always been a fan of Spiderman, Teen Titans (old school), and X-Men especially, although I never really read more than one or two issues a year. Captain Canuck looks interesting and I'd be curious to see the imagined Canada of 1993, lol.
I have a short attention span....I change the avatar every so often. I get bored and want something different. Sorry. But I could be bribed with money to change it to something else. hehehehe
That makes sense. Develop that.....looks like a couple of people wanted to have a go with you on that. I'd back you up on it.
I certainly hope so, although I'm not sure how many Catholics there on the site that would defend him, but we'll see....
Appreciate the support Loller, I'm waiting to see if JohnAdams is going to post anything in support of his no vote and if he hasnt by Friday Ill shoot him a PM
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I went to a funeral today.
As I sat in the church listening to the pastor speak about my elderly friend, the words landed on my heart in agreement with what I already knew.
This man had lived his life for God and in service to the people around him.
A constant flow of care from God to him and from him to others, was evident.
Always encouraging, he spoke to me personally many times in appreciation of my efforts.
Speaking regularly in front of the congregation on Sundays, he would inspire those in the pews before him to gather together to help feed the needy in the community.
He gave of his own resources to equip other people as they heard God's call to service.
As a loving husband, he cared for his ailing wife at home.
Listening to the pastor speak this morning, I learned that even as he was very ill and in the hospital, he was still showing paramount concern for other people.
The tone of the hour was reflective and loving as each person remembered their own experiences with this Christ-like gentleman.
There were tears and, at times, laughter, as his humor was recalled.
A sense of peace and joy could be felt as we sang the lyrics to "Amazing Grace" and "How Great Thou Art."
Psalm 23 was printed in the order of service for everyone to read.
Our dear friend had lived his life in a close relationship with God.
That relationship did not end with his death; it simply continued on in a seamless passage from this earth to Heaven, where His Savior was waiting.
Knowing this brings great comfort when it is time to say goodbye…
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
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Firstly, a big thank you to everyone who contributed to the latest discussion about the actions of the new president to threaten members. It was heartening to hear everyone's comments and the anger felt by all. Once again, the APS has underestimated the pain experienced by its members and the outrage felt towards a society whose job it was to protect and support us. We are no longer fooled by specious words like collaboration and unification or urgings to keep the discussion behind closed doors, all tactics used by the APS to subdue us into submission. Most notably, we have still not heard them offer concrete views on how equality might be achieved. However, there is much more to do if we are to succeed in our objective to achieve equality and recognition for all psychologists. We know from our members that there are still many psychologists out there who are not aware of RAPS, or the Australian Psychologists Group or AAPi for that matter. The APS has relied on the non-action of its members for years as it stealthily empowered the clinical factions. It is still relying on the majority of its members to do nothing, say nothing but continue to obediently pay the membership fees whilst continuing to be undermined and denigrated – traumatic bonding?.
Bringing equity to psychology needs to be a collective effort. It cannot rely on the efforts of a small number of groups. It is critical that every psychologist take responsibility for changing this situation. Every individual needs to act, to stand up and speak out about this situation. We may not have much control over the APS agenda but we can exercise choice about our response. Speak to your colleagues, encourage them to act, join AAPi, RAPS and the Australian Psychologists Group. Our real strength is in numbers. Non-clinicals still make up a sizeable majority of psychologists. If we all act together as a united and collective group, we can change things. But it is important not to wait or assume that others will do it for us. One person alone might not be able to make a difference but if we all act together we can achieve anything and everything.


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It often can be difficult to approach social media marketing and find new and innovative ways to market your niche. Social media sites can be great avenues to connect with new customers. Read on to learn of how to leverage the power of social media to your advantage. Whether you have a traditional or online business, these tips should help you get started.
Marketing companies specialized in social media are not always a good solution. Many of these types of companies are fraudulent and scam business owners that are inexperienced in Internet marketing. Some of these companies use fake YouTube, Facebook and Twitter accounts by using proxy servers with automated registration bots. You will not have customers seeing your marketing though you are shown high view counts. Basically, the only thing you will be doing is spending money for false results.
There is a way to invite people to "like" your blog on Facebook, by putting a dedicated box for people to click on. This box lets people LIKE you on Facebook. When visitors visit your blog and see the like link, they can make a Facebook profile action while actually visiting your blog. This simplifies the process and gives more people exposure to your business.
In order to assist your site in becoming social media interactive, add comments and ratings. In addition, you should have the ability to be able to sort out items. Your site's users will feel as if they have a voice, as they rank content on the site by popularity.
Social media marketing is an easy way to make your storefront more user-friendly, helping you to attract consumers. As an additional presence to your unique online presence, you can easily make a Facebook storefront that can be accessed with ease from your posts. Facebook users are known to spend hours on the site. If your posts lead them to an online store, they could be checking out your products without having ever left Facebook. And this could easily lead to new sales. This allows them to spend more time exploring and sharing content from your page.
Negative Comments
You must respond to reviews as quickly and professionally as you are able. This could be make or break for you in social media efforts. You should be especially prompt about responding to negative comments or reviews. If you ignore negative comments, it can hurt your business' reputation. You can actually use them to your advantage if you address the concerns promptly, and alleviate doubts in a thorough way.
When you tweet, include a tag. You can find tags after the number signal (#). This way, any updates you make will show up in group subscriber feeds. Figure out a way to cater to your audience and you should see big difference in your success levels.
While social networks have certainly changed communication habits, maintaining a professional persona is important. Be friendly but keep your tone professional. Do not get into any arguments: you can simply delete any posts or comments you do not find constructive. Create separate profiles in your name to interact with your own friends.
Dealing with negativity is something you'll have to put up with if you're planning on getting into social media marketing. Social media is great when you get praise, but there is also a negative side to it. Don't ignore it, instead help those who are unsatisfied.
Social Media
Think about handing out some freebies using your profile on a social media site. There's nothing like free products to get people coming to your business's social media pages in droves. Choose the freebie you want to give, then visit the social media profiles that offer popular freebies, and post your link to guide customers to where they can receive yours.
Use the information shared here to help build your business into a strong business. You'll soon realize that as you get better, you'll get more visitors and customers.


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Raiders dominated in all aspects, lose to Chiefs
After the ball went through the Chargers' holder's hands in the previous game, linebacker Bruce Irvin said, "The football gods looked out for the Oakland Raiders today."
Well, the football gods were busy elsewhere Sunday. It was too rainy and they probably felt people were looking at them funny after the Raiders' 4-1 start.
The Chiefs dominated in a game that could have been much worse for Oakland than the 26-10 final score. Former 49ers quarterback Alex Smith improved to 8-1 over the Raiders, completing 19 of 22 passes for 224 yards.
"We took our lumps," Oakland head coach Jack Del Rio said. "We were outplayed and outcoached."
Derek Carr, after a week in which he had several national-television interviews, showed he is not yet the best quarterback in the AFC West. He threw one interception, was lucky two more passes weren't picked off, and fumbled twice. The latter fumble was recovered by the Chiefs midway through the fourth quarter and erased the chance for a garbage-time score.
Carr was "not really sure" why the offense struggled, but seemed to allude to some of the coaching issues when asked about Amari Cooper. Arguably the one Raider to earn his paycheck, Cooper had nine catches for 117 yards in the first half, and then one for 12 yards in the second half.
The Chiefs changed their coverage, Carr said. "We could see it."
But the Raiders apparently couldn't do anything about Kansas City bracketing Cooper with two defenders.
The offensive line lacked its usual punch and the running game — 65 yards on 17 carries — has missed injured back Latavius Murray two weeks in a row.
And if the offense is not clicking, then the Raiders (4-2) don't have much of a chance. The defense, despite Del Rio's assertions that there's a lot of talent and it will improve, reminded fans of some of the awful moments of recent years.
Was that Rolando McClain covering Calvin Johnson? No, it was Khalil Mack covering Kansas City receiver Albert Wilson on a 26-yard pass that set up a Jamaal Charles touchdown.
"We didn't adjust to the formation they presented," Del Rio said. "That goes in the mental-error category. ... They design something, we don't adjust properly and we have a matchup that's not going to be good for us."
Was that Sio Moore forgetting to cover defensive end J.J. Watt on a touchdown? No, it was Reggie Nelson watching Kansas City nose tackle Dontari Poe catch a lateral and then steamroll him for a score.
Oakland was outgained on yards per play for the sixth straight game.
Poe's TD made it 20-10, Kansas City, 3:23 into the third quarter.
The soggy fans knew then that it was over, but it was really all downhill after Andre Holmes' 3-yard touchdown catch from Carr with 11:58 left in the first quarter. Jalen Richard returned the opening kickoff 50 yards, and Carr hit Cooper three times for 41 yards on that drive.
But Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, now 16-2 after a bye week, was apparently just giving the Raiders' coaches a false sense of security. They were dominated from that point on.
Kansas City's second possession began after Carr threw off his back foot in the rain and cornerback and Marcus Peters, an Oakland native, called for a fair-catch interception.
The Chiefs then drove 57 yards in 10 plays. Spencer Ware, who finished with 131 rushing yards, punched it in from 2 yards out for a 7-7 tie.
Oakland trailed 13-10 at halftime, but Kansas City marched 75 yards in seven plays on the opening possession of the second half. Smith hit three straight passes for 27 yards and then Ware went around some defenders and through Irvin for 45 yards. Two plays later, all 346 pounds of Poe were dancing in the end zone.
"That definitely deflated us as a team," cornerback David Amerson said.
The Chiefs gained 183 yards on 40 carries, and again the score could have been a lot worse. On a 3rd-and-goal from the 2, Reid went with five receivers instead of running the ball. And, after taking possession on downs at the Raiders' 21, Kansas City let the final 2:50 elapse.
"I can't make up excuses," Nelson said. "We just have to continue to reset our jaw and come back to work on Monday."
And the Raiders and their fans hope, the football gods don't have anything better to do than to hit Jacksonville and Tampa Bay the next two Sundays.
Vic Tafur is a San Francisco Chronicle staff writer. Email: email@example.com Twitter: @VicTafur
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WR Amari Cooper: Nine catches in the first half and then the Chiefs' halftime adjustments erased him. The Raiders didn't have any adjustments to the adjustments.
S Reggie Nelson, CB Sean Smith and LB Bruce Irvin: The Raiders' three big defensive free-agent signings aren't making a lot of plays.
QB Derek Carr: He didn't play well in cold weather his first two years, either. The Browns, who didn't draft him because of his small hands, say, "Ah-ha!" Not too loud, of course, as they are winless.
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Primary SchoolIf we can dream it ... we can do it!
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National Curriculum
Purpose of Study
A high quality music education should engage and inspire children to develop a love of music and their talent as musicians, and so increase their self-confidence, creativity and sense of achievement.
The National Curriculum for music aims to ensure that all pupils:
· Perform, listen to, review and evaluate music across a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions, including the works of the great composers and musicians;
· Learn to sing and to use their voices, to create and compose music on their own and with others, have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, use technology appropriately and have the opportunity to progress to the next level of musical excellence;
· Understand and explore how music is created, produced and communicated.
What we do in school
Ladywood scheme of work by year group
In KS1 we use our voices expressively and creatively by singing songs and speaking chants and rhymes. Year 2 experience specialised teaching from PADS in percussion, experimenting with a range of instruments.
Year 3/4
We listen to lots of different examples of music styles and genres from different times and places. We learn to sing, use our voices and compose music with others. In our Tudor topic, we listen and dance to Tudor court music and in our rainforest topic we recreate the sounds of the rainforest using a variety of musical instruments. We also begin to learn how to use notation to describe our own compositions.
Year 5/6
Children experience specialised teaching from PADS in percussion, experimenting with a range of instruments. We work as a solo or as an ensemble, learn control and expression, use musical notation and improve and compose music. We listen to a range of music, both live and recorded and develop an understanding of the history of music, including great composes and musicians.
Whole school
The children sing together once a week for a special singing assembly. The school produces a variety of concerts throughout the year including a traditional nativity concert, Christmas panto, Xmas Factor as well as performances led by our music teacher Mr Townend. The school also takes a choir to perform at the local church as well as other community venues such as a home for the elderly.
What parents and carers can do to help their child
· Sing songs, chant rhymes and raps;
· Listen to music, encouraging your child to join in with the rhythm and to compose their own rhythms;
· Make junk instruments with your child using old tubes, boxes, rice and pasta.
· Play tuned and untuned instruments;
· Encourage the pursuit of particular interests in music and the playing of an instrument;
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And the Oscar goes to…Popcorn!
And the Oscar winner for the "Snack of Choice" award in our house goes to – – popcorn! It reigns supreme once again. So, it would figure that on this night, Oscar's night, that we pop up a batch (or two). That being said, there will never be any microwave popcorn in this house. This is, perhaps, because 1) we don't own a microwave and 2) because real popped, organic (and local!) corn, popped in a big old pot just plain and simple, rocks!
On one of my first dates with Bruce, a movie night at his place, he headed to the kitchen to pop up some popcorn. Out came the kernels, some oil (Ok, you got me, it was butter. But, I soon cured him of this!), salt, a big pot, and some foil (to cover the pot, because he was a bachelor and a lid to the pot would be overkill). Sold! We've been together ever since.
Our favorite is simple – – Fresh popped popcorn, good olive oil, sea salt. Yum! A quick second these days – -Fresh popped popcorn, good olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and Sriracha for a little fire. I'll get to making my own Sriracha one day soon, because, well, I'm addicted. Click here for what looks like a yummy looking recipe from Food52.com. Finally, salty and sweet is just like heaven! So, on nights when we can't get Bruce's Famous Caramel Pop (secret recipe that only he and Sasha know), I just sprinkle a little raw sugar with olive oil and sea salt – -satisfied!
Popcorn's a healthy, nutritious, tasty snack in moderation (which is hard because I'd eat a super-size bowl on a good, craving day). It's a Wednesday night, after Power Yoga thing for me most definitely! It's easy (and cheaper) to pop on the stove, no nuking necessary. As well, you can store any leftovers in a glass container. I use the huge leftover honey jars from our local apiary. Choose to buy your corn as local and as organic as you can get it! It makes a difference!
So, on this night of awards, I'd like to recognize our fan favorite – -popcorn. You're a definitive winner in our house!
Here's the recipe. Really, there's no messing it up. I mean, you might burn a few kernels if you mess up, but who cares really? I think cooking is a journey just like yoga. Play with it and enjoy. Keep it simple, start with great corn and add the best toppings (or not!).
2-3 tablespoons Good extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup local or organic kernels (I try to get mine from the local farmer's market or my farm share with Corbin Hill Food Project this time of year. And, confession, I don't measure!)
1 Quart covered sauce pan (or big old pot)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Sea Salt
Heat the oil in pan on medium-high heat. It's important to make sure the oil is heated without burning. Add kernels. Cover pan. Kernels will begin to pop. I don't shake the entire time (but Bruce does). Give it once shake and allow remaining kernels to pop. You might chose to tip lid half open to release a bit of steam. Once all kernels are popped, remove from heat and season. Enjoy!
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Mixing cocktails at a level beyond anyone else in the world, a sommelier, the one known as the liquor god Li Jie Dong. He died at the age of thirty in order to taste the recently excavated wine from the Han Dynasty.
When he awoke, he found himself in the world of the Five Element Continents as Ji Dong the little beggar. In this place, there was a special occupation known as the Yin Yang Spiritual Masters who control the 10 elements of the sexagenary cycle. These bizarre 10 elemental techniques could make anyone gasp in amazement. Each and every Yin Yang Spiritual Master has their own Ying Yang crown that is condensed by one's own attribute.
Due to the abundant love, the people held for their wine and liquor, bartenders gradually gathered together to form a guild. This guild is named the Bartender Guild and is respected by all.
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How do you want your grandchildren to remember you? Do you want them to remember their grandparents as loving guardians, protectors and mentors? Do you want to leave a purely monetary legacy so your grandchildren do not have to worry about financial instability or insecurity? There is no perfect legacy that will work for everyone. Grandparents have their priorities and preferences. Grandchildren will also have their likes and dislikes. The legacy effectively boils down to the emotional satisfaction of grandparents and what would be truly treasured by the grandchildren. Here are some ideal legacies you may consider leaving behind for your grandchildren.
The legacy of love is perhaps the most clichéd but also the most lingering. Grandchildren who are actually loved grow up to be compassionate adults. It is no secret that grandkids love to spend with their grandparents. It could be something as simple as watching television together or playing in the backyard, the joyful summer vacations or the nostalgic winter holidays. Nothing is a substitute for time. In this day and age when kids spend a lot of time alone, either because their parents are busy working or due to excessive use of technology that keeps them away from physically interacting with friends, it would be a precious treasure to spend time with grandparents. This also helps ageing grandparents as they often have to live a very lonely life.
The legacy of mentorship is always priceless. Grandparents have lived their lives and they have learned thousands of lessons. They are walking and talking encyclopedias, regardless of their academic qualification and professional expertise. Grandparents can teach useful life lessons to their grandkids, something the parents may not have time for. Kids are more receptive and cooperative with their grandparents. They are more likely to learn a thing or two if a grandparent calmly and patiently imparts the lesson. Mentorship could be all about encouragement if nothing too technical or specific. Kids need to feel they can accomplish great things and that they should work towards that. Most adults are compelled to make certain decisions in life that they wouldn't out of sheer choice. Grandparents can groom their grandkids in a realistic but encouraging way.
Bequeathing something to your grandkids is always a great idea. It doesn't have to be money, albeit college fund or startup money can be a great legacy. You can bequeath property. It doesn't have to be a house or car. It can be any type of asset or an object that would prove to be useful for the kids growing up. There are innumerable things, from books to collectibles, all of which can have a profound impact on the lives of your grandkids. One must resist the temptation of bequeathing too much property or financial assets as that can instill a sense of entitlement. It is not wise to facilitate a feeling of entitlement among kids in this day and age.
Finally, grandparents must decide a way to keep their legacy alive. This could be facilitated through legacy letters or videos. There can be a trust or attorney who could ensure the legacy is truly realized. The parents can be involved to effectively convey the essence of the legacy. Leaving behind a legacy is not a unidirectional exercise. The grandkids should remember their grandparents, their contributions and support. The grandkids should cherish the legacy. Only then would the whole effort be fruitful. In an era of forgetfulness and shrinking attention, at a time when people are readily forgetting their roots and don't wish to have anything to do with their past, creating a long lasting legacy needs serious pondering.


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Today -- Friday, Sept. 6 -- is Dapper Day at Disneyland.
You might have heard of this still recent, oh-so-charming phenomenon: People dress up, very often in vintage, and head out to promenade around Disneyland for the day.
And I do mean dress up. Pinafores and fedoras and pocket squares and gloves are on full display. It's a cheeky way to wear something fancy outside of, say, a wedding or a prom or business event.
I wish the Dapper Dayers well -- it is sizzling in LA today, as is early September's usual way -- but I'm sure they'll look quite swell.
Can I also say that scrolling through Dapper Day photos is like a trip deep into Fair Finley's wardrobe? Really, my ladies. If you need a really nice two minutes, take a break and enjoy the photos.
This is a post dedicated to Ginny, by the by, who should be a Dapper Day with me. Sending big hugs, Ginny, to you and yours, and wanting to add a little sweetness to your day (and anyone out there who could use some extra light and cheer).
By the way, I'm imagining that you're in the pretty red dress and snood you rocked in this Wilfairian pictorial.
Oh, and Dapper Day is headed to Disneyland Paris next week, and Orlando the week after, if any of you are near either area. You likely know my feelings about Disneyland -- it is an inspiration to me and to the books (and I'm married to a Disney man to boot) -- and you know my feelings about getting gussied-up and strutting your stuff when the spirit strikes. Pro and pro on both accounts.
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Southampton Airport due to expansion plans to council
600 extra car parking spaces and more capacity for aircraft at the airport are included in the scheme.Read the full story ›
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Protestors vow to protect trees from felling by Southampton airport
They claim a vital "green lung" in the city is to be destroyed as part of the airport's expansion.Read the full story ›
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Southampton Airport expansion plans to be submitted
They'll go before councillors by the end of the summer.Read the full story ›
Call for so-called "aircraft superhighways"
There's a call for the urgent introduction of so-called "aircraft superhighways" over the South East.
An industry campaign claims the new narrower flight paths are vital to increase capacity and reduce pollution.
But Gatwick anti-noise campaigners say such changes would cause misery for thousands of people living around the airport.
Protesters gather ahead of airport expansion decision
People fighting plans for airport expansion in the South have begun to gather outside the House of Commons ahead of an official government announcement on the matter.
The Government's preferred choice for the location of a new runway or additional capacity for aeroplanes and flights - will be announced at 12.30 this afternoon.
Heathrow third runway: 5,000 new jobs, 25,000 more flights - and a congestion charge
Heathrow Airport says it will create 5,000 new jobs over the next five years if it gets approval for a third runway. It also plans a controversial congestion charge and a ban on night flights before 0530.
The airport revealed radical expansion plans today ahead of a possible third runway that could open in 2025. The plans will be subject to consultation and Government approval.
It will also spent tens of millions of pounds on insulation and other measures to help reduce nose for residents.
Overall flight numbers will rise by 25,000 a year with four million more passengers. The airport says new technology will allow this without causing more delays for existing flights.
The airport says the measures will help keep Britain competitive after Brexit with new links from airports in the UK and around the world and it will help boost the economy.
The measures are dependant on a third runway being approved. Gatwick, meanwhile, wants its plans approved - for a second runway - rather than Heathrow.
While the restriction on night flights will be welcome the 25,000 extra flights a year will be seen as extra noise and misery for hundreds of thousands under the flight paths by critics.
Here are the main points from the proposals to be implemented by 2021 ahead of a third runway being approved. Full details will be revealed at the Tory conference on Monday.
- Estimated 5,000 new jobs.
- £1.5 billion pound boost to the economy after Brexit.
- 25,000 extra flights a year. New technology and better use of existing runways will achieve this.
- Four million extra passengers a year.
- Congestion charge considered. This could be a new drop-off charge, increased car parking charges or a scheme similar to congestion charging in London. This is to help reduce emissions, fund new public transport initiatives and ensure fifty per cent of passengers arrive by public transport by 2030.
- No night flights before 0530 which is an hour later than at present
- £60 million spent on noise insulation for homes under the flight path
- New monitoring equipment to ensure noise levels are not broken.
- Better facilities for cyclists, electric cars and green transport.
Campaigners angry over Gatwick expansion plans
Campaigners against an expansion of Gatwick Airport say plans for a second runway are "horrendous" - and much larger than they were led to believe.
The proposals - set out in a 3000 page document - have been sent to the Airports Commission but have NOT yet been published.
It would see Gatwick almost triple in size - with passenger numbers up to 97 million a year - thats bigger than Heathrow. From Westminster - our Transport Correspondent - Mike Pearse sent this.
Airport expansion: The travel expert Simon Calder gives his viewpoint
The Travel expert Simon Calder gives his opinion on today's Davies report on airport expansion.
Sky Town, Kent?
London Mayor Boris Johnson has suggested that a new Kent airport could trigger major expansion. On his tour to India he said an offshore airport in the Thames Estuary may lead to schools, hospitals and further development.
We have an interview with Boris Johnson in India and response from Kent MPs Gordon Henderson and Mark Reckless - plus Kent County Council leader Paul Carter.
Southend Airport opens a new terminal
Southend Airport in Essex is to open a new terminal at an official ceremony on Monday. Passengers have been using the terminal since 28th February. The site is expected to handle an extra 2 million passengers a year by 2020.


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Regional New Build House Prices September 2010
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The interview in this episode is with one of my teachers Rico Zook. We met at the teacher training I took in 2011, along with Jude Hobbs and Andrew Millison. You can hear about that in experience in my review.
I wanted to talk to Rico about his experiences with itinerant teaching of permaculture. He travels all over the world, to India, Cambodia, the U.S., and Jordan, to instruct others and along the way fosters relationships, build community, and overcomes his personal assumptions to connect with his students and their needs.
We range over here and there in this conversation, but begin with his introduction to Permaculture in New Mexico and the Llama foundation and end with his thought for all of us: to look around and ask ourselves, "What can I do better?"
You can learn more about Rico, including his upcoming travel and class schedule, at his website: I-Permaculture.
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By Tony A. Archuleta
HERALD Reporter
Derek Bean, a 2005 graduate of Hot Springs High School, is back in the head coaching game after an 18-month hiatus, and he's landed what has to be a dream job for any former Tiger basketball player.
HSHS AD Todd Lindsay last week announced Bean, who coached at Hatch Valley for three and a half seasons, has been hired as the varsity boys basketball head coach at HSHS.
"Obviously it's good to be back on the sidelines," Bean told The Herald during a telephone interview Thursday, April 20. "Sitting out that year was torture. When you have it in you and want to be a coach you don't want to get out. It's like being an athlete, nobody wants to sit on the bench."
Bean said he's especially pleased to be coaching his hometown team.
He previously served as an assistant coach under former Tiger HC Trampus Pierson, leading the C-team his first year and coaching the junior varsity team for three years.
In 2013, he landed the head coaching job at Hatch Valley.
"They saw something in me and gave me an opportunity," he said. "We built up a pretty competitive program that made the state tournament last year… we got them in the right direction and put in the foundation for a new coach."
Bean said he resigned in the middle of the 2015-16 season, explaining, "Parents saw one thing, I saw another, so we decided to go our separate ways. That's the simplest way to put that conversation. Parents are the hardest on coaches, that's for sure."
In recent memory, Tiger head coaches have had a short shelf life, and Bean is obviously hoping to reverse that trend with a long and winning career at Hot Springs.
Whether he can walk the fine line between playing his best six to eight players and accommodating every vocal parent who feels his or her son warrants more playing time remains to be seen.
"My parents stayed out of my coaches' way," Bean said referring to his own playing career at HSHS as a point-guard in a tough district that included Bernalillo. "And what needed to be done with us is what needed to be done with us. Everybody wants to see their son play, but there's only so much room on the court (and minutes on the clock). It's darned if you do, darned if you don't."
Bean considers the 2014-15 season as his highlight at HVH, as the Bears finished with a 14-14 record, tied for third in District 3-4A, won a tournament in Cuba, and had a player named to the South All-Star Team.
Against HSHS, Bean went 2-6 with HVH during the regular season.
"The last time we played each other, we were coming off beating them," he recalls. "When we came back (to Tiger Gym) we got a little booing action. A lot of people don't understand why I moved to Hatch Valley. That's neither here no there."
It's a new slate for Bean and his Tiger team as the off-season program ramps up in anticipation of the upcoming 2017-18 campaign.
"Obviously we have a lot of work to do to," Bean said, adding the community response to his hiring has been widespread and encouraging. "A lot of people are excited to have me back, it recharges the batteries and makes you want to make the community proud."
Bean succeeds Tony Bastine as HSHS boys skipper. Bastine led the Tigers for two seasons, compiling an overall record of 14-39 and 5-15 in District 3-4A.
The Tigers went 1-8 last season in league play during an 8-19 season that was a disappointment, given pre-season expectations, the level of talent on the team and the extensive participation in elite tournaments during the summer.
Height is at a premium at small schools like HSHS, but in recent years the Tigers have featured true big men, but the program has continued to struggle on key fronts like winning league games and making state tournament appearances.
Bean said he'll have enough height and muscle on the roster to stay competitive in those areas, so now it's a matter of coaching.
"We are going to get up and down the floor and keep a fast-pace offense going," he said. "We're also going to have to know when it's time to pump the brakes and run a good, quality possession."
Defensively, Bean plans to go with man-to-man mostly. "Like I said to the boys at our introductory meeting, if we can't stop them we can't beat them. We've got to be willing to face the music and get in someone's grill and slow them down."
In addition to any cliques of overbearing or over-influential parents, which is a common observance among a spectrum of coaches and sports at HSHS, is the stately but cavernous Tiger Gym.
After it was built in 2007, the likes of Tiger basketball and volleyball lost a significant amount of home-court advantage when it moved from the former Tiger Gym –about a quarter of the size of the new one– and the noise factor disappeared.
The new Tiger Gym can get loud, and has on a handful of occasions, but it takes a nearly full gym to get the place rocking like the former gym, and as of late, donkey basketball exhibitions and graduations have provided most of the "sellout" crowds.
"That's something else that I want to build back up – the hometown court advantage," Bean said.
Tiger basketball fans largely treated Bean with respect when he brought his Bears teams to town, but elements of the heated HSHS-HVH I-25/Rio Grande rivalry endured.
Bean expects that rivalry will continue to thrive now that he's back with the Tigers and poised to pay a visit back to Bear country wearing the red, white and blue.
"I like to think that coming back from a rival, it's only going to heat up a little bit more," he said.
Following graduation from HSHS, Bean attended the University of New Mexico before transferring to New Mexico State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in education. He currently works as a truancy officer at TorC Elementary and TorC Middle schools.
Bean said his main goal in coaching is to give back to the community and to help put a smile on his players' faces by walking off the court with the maximum amount of wins possible, and ultimately, "I am going to hang around for as long as I can."
The Tiger basketball program is in need of some coaching stability and more victories, and perhaps a popular hometown figure like Bean is the right guy at the right time. It's a development that hoops fans and parents alike can rally around for the good of a program in need of a lift.


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Tired. I've been tired a lot lately. I don't know why really, except that life has been busy and some nights are interrupted frequently by a buzzing Dexcom. Buzzing lows, buzzing highs, whatever. It's annoying, really. I know it's for my good, but at 2 am I'm not really interested in what's good for me. I'd really rather have an uninterrupted night of sleep.
Being tired is not something I have dealt with much. At least not like this. It makes it more likely that I will start feeling very sorry for myself. I keep seeing on other blogs and websites how diabetes is a 24/7/365 job. It's true, and it helps to know I'm not alone in all of the attention this disease requires of me. But it is also discouraging, because when I'm weary, the last thing I want to do is deal with the big D.
So what is the remedy? As always, God managed to find a way to teach me what I needed to know. I was working on a Bible study on 1 Samuel this afternoon. David is trying to escape from the murderous Saul, and spends a lot of time and energy traveling around trying to keep one step ahead of him. There are a number of Psalms that David wrote during this time. His example of confidence in God expressed in these Psalms shook me up. In Psalm 56, David simply pours his heart out to God. He tells Him how he feels, how distressed he is. Then he recites what he knows to be true about God. It seems like this revives David. Then in Psalm 34, we see him rejoicing in God who has delivered Him and who is good. David knew His God and He knew He could count on Him in all circumstances. In good times and certainly in bad times. Now I'm not running from someone who wants to kill me, but I often want to run away from diabetes. Instead I need to run into the arms of the One who can give me the strength to deal with it. I need to remember, as David did, who God is. I need to fill my mind with thoughts of God rather than thoughts of self-pity. It's still Lent – today is Maundy Thursday, tomorrow is Good Friday and Easter is just around the corner. What better time to renew my commitment to replacing discouragement with hope and strength in God?