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- For other definitions of "avatar", please see the disambiguation page.
An avatar is a, usually, 2D internet representation/icon of a user or alter ego. such 2D electronic media icon/pictures are commonly used on Internet forums and/or other net communities.
This 2D type of avatar image media typically portrays the individual's fursona. It is often a bust or face view and can include the character's name. The image is typically relatively simple with large features, because such an icon is often displayed with a size smaller than 100x100 pixels. The example shown at right is a 100x100 pixel size view.
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A 3D model of such avatars can also be used in computer games or as 3D online virtual worlds' as visual representations personas (i.e. Second Life's characters). Finally an avatar can also refer to the typed construct used online role-playing game that is usually text-based, such as MUCK or MUDs. .
Avatar and furry[edit]
Avatars, regarding a furry fandom character, can also refer to the above mentioned character picture methods of display, in places such as Furcadia or, again, Second Life, or any instant messenger program that uses buddy icons.
Avatar vs character[edit]
Sometimes the term avatar is used interchangeably with the terms character and/or fursona, even though both are not the same thing. A character encompasses all the qualities of a fictional entity, including a description, back story and beliefs, while an avatar is merely a visual representation of a character.
A Zero Punctuation style avatar. Art by Andrew Finney.


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Dish Network Approved By FCC to Entry Cell Phone Market
(Robert Hood Consumer Affairs) Dish could be a powerful competitor, breaking open the currnet oligopoly - Americans just can't get enough smartphones. And the cell phone companies just can't get enough bandwidth to service all the smartphones they've sold. But Dish Network, the satellite TV provider, just may crack the market wide open, muscling in on Verizon, AT&T and Sprint.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has given unanimous approval to Dish's plans to use some of its satellite spectrum to build a new cellular network, adding new capacity to the crowded airwaves.
"These actions will help meet skyrocketing consumer demand and promote private investment, innovation, and competition, while unlocking billions of dollars of value," FCC spokeswoman Tammy Sun said, as agency chairman Julius Genachowski testified on Capitol Hill.
In prepared remarks, Genachowski said the FCC is committed to taking final action that clears the way for Dish's entry into the lucrative market.
Although Dish will be using some of its satellite spectrum, the cell phone network will be ground-based, eliminating the time lag that makes satellite telephones balky because of the delay in relaying signals to and from the satellites.
"The FCC has removed outdated regulations and granted terrestrial flexibility ... We appreciate the hard work and focus of the FCC and its staff throughout this process," said Jeff Blum, DISH senior vice president and deputy general counsel. "The Commission has taken an important step toward facilitating wireless competition and innovation, and fulfilling the goals of the National Broadband Plan."
The commission has been working to open up new spectrum space for smartphones and wireless broadband use. It is expected to auction a block of frequencies adjacent to Dish's existsing segment. Sprint Nextel is expected to be among the bidders.
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Celebrities often lend their services to various fundraising efforts, but one in particular sticks out: Red Nose Day.
The fundraising campaign, aimed at alleviating child poverty, has been observed in the United States since 2015 and the United Kingdom since 1988. Since its initial launch, one particular method through which celebrities have helped raise funds is through music, with official songs for Red Nose Day.
In 2015, for example, Sam Smith and John Legend partnered up for a rendition of their song "Lay Me Down," specifically for the fundraising campaign. The song was the inaugural single for Red Nose Day in the U.S.
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Stories that affect your life across the U.S. and around the world.
In the U.K., the Spice Girls' "Who Do You Think You Are" was the official Red Nose Day single in 1997. The band produced a music video specifically for Red Nose Day that year that also featured the Sugar Lumps — the satirical version of the British pop stars.
But the singles, though highly impactful, aren't the only way musicians have contributed to Red Nose Day.
Ed Sheeran this year traveled to Liberia on behalf of the campaign this year. Through the trip, he shared the stories of several of the children he met, including a young girl whose father died during the Ebola crisis. He also met a young boy who is homeless.
Sheeran made a video highlighting the conversations he had in Liberia called "What Do I Know?"
As part of Red Nose Day in 2015, Blake Shelton, the musician and coach on "The Voice," visited a Children's Health Fund mobile clinic in Southern Los Angeles. The fund is one of those supported by Red Nose Day, "Today" reported. Families pay the bill based on what they can afford.
Shelton met and talked with families during his visit, including one woman responsible for raising her eight grandchildren.
After his visit, he told "Today," "We're in the United States. We're the greatest country in the world. I truly believe that. And still, one out of every five children live in poverty. I think it's time that we open our eyes to that."
In 2015 Coldplay also created its own musical version of the hit TV show "Game of Thrones." The video featured original songs by the group's lead singer Chris Martin, and featured a dozen cast members from the show.
Other musicians who have participated in Red Nose Day in some capacity include Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine and Pharrell Williams, among others.


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Surprisingly, children understand love better than their parents.
As a mom with a 20-year career in matchmaking, I expected to teach my kids some life lessons. Instead, it's my children who constantly teach me about life and love by showing me the following characteristics:
1. Humility and acceptance. I have a 14-year-old daughter who by all rights is absolutely stunning. She is constantly admired by friends and she recieves compliments about her looks everywhere we go. Surprisingly, my daughter has never boasted about her looks or has ever used her beauty to her advantage. She remains humble and simply thanks people for their comments. She tells me that "looks" aren't important when it comes to love. She hasn't chosen her friends based on looks and she's the first to defend someone who is being picked on over what other kids would view as a physical defect.
As an adult working in the dating industry, I witness people who use looks to their advantage daily. There are men and women who wilfully manipulate others to get what they want based on their physical attributes. I'm fortunate my daughter won't be one of them.
2. Resilience and forgiveness. I went through a very difficult divorce that lasted over a period of two years. At the time, my kids were young. I traveled for work and I was the primary bread-winner. I felt guilty for breaking up the marriage, and I really believed I was not a good mother. My children had a lot of questions about our breakup and seemed confused/
For a year, I barked orders, trying to keep my composure while re-establishing my life. Following my separation, I did what many people do; I became a workaholic. I was a single mom and all of a sudden, it was sink or swim. Needless to say, it was a very challenging time for our family. Despite those difficult times and a few of bad choices, one or both of my children would say to me, "It's okay, mommy. We love you." Keep reading ...
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The habits and traits that make you so effective in your current role may not translate well in a next-level job... or maybe you've already taken that next-level job and can't figure out why things aren't working out. It may be time for a re-set. Tune in for this presentation to learn more about:
-- the 12 classic career roadblocks and blindspots that can trip you up
-- what works on the front line but doesn't work in management
-- what managers need to leave behind when they become executives
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I don't like it. I don't think it works. And I have yet to hear a single example of its effective, objective application. The 9-Box Model for reviewing talent and for succession management is NOT all it's cracked up to be. If you're using the 9-box model, tune in for a contrarian opinion about:
-- Ranking people as hi po/ hi per and using this in business decisions
-- The unintended consequences of ranking people at all
-- Why your 9-box model isn't really helping you develop bench strength
-- The added dangers if your process isn't completely transparent
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Oct 6 2020
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The war for talent is heating up. Employees have options, and they just aren't as loyal as they used to be. But there is something you can do, something that will improve your rates of retention and stabilize your workforce.
It's all about creating a better employee experience. It doesn't have to be outrageously expensive or terribly time-consuming. You just need the secret sauce that will help you to:
-- Boost employee engagement
-- Create a workplace culture that fosters a sense of belonging
-- Ennoble and enable employees
That may sound like an elusive fantasy. But it's not. Tune in to find out how you (yes, YOU) can improve the employee experience in your workplace.
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Introduction to Customer Experience for Every Organization
Sep 1 2020
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Deb Calvert
Customer Experience (CX) is not a passing fad. It's THE business differentiator that will draw customers to you like moths to a flame. Or, if you ignore it, it's what will have your competitors eating your lunch everyday.
This presentation is for small business owners, salespeople, and others who are seeking ways to become memorable and indispensable to buyers. We'll cover:
-- The basics of CX: what it is any why it matters
-- Research with buyers that explains why you want to get in on this!
-- How to provide a relevant, meaningful, personalized experience
-- Why superior customer service and low prices aren't enough anymore
CX really does give you a competitive advantage. Don't get left behind!
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How Much Is Too Much? Appreciation, Recognition, and Rewards
Aug 4 2020
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I once had a boss who said "I give you a paycheck. That's all the recognition you need." He was missing the point. No one NEEDS recognition... But, studies show, most people do a better job when they get it!
In this presentation, we'll cover:
-- The basics of when, where, why and how to show gratitude and to recognize employees
-- The risks of rewards (yes, they can backfire!)
-- The business case for creating a culture of encouragement
-- Myths about Millennials and what they expect
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Don't worry. We're going to cover more than the kumbayah and fluffy stuff in this one!
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Critical Thinking: an Essential Skill in Turbulent Times
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Logic. Reason. Rational thought. In the heat of the moment, in a volatile and turbulent time, sometimes these get lost. Emotions prevail and hasty actions create bigger problems that could have been prevented with a healthy dose of critical thinking. When you build this essential skill, you'll get better at:
-- Evaluating options
-- Solving problems
-- Resolving conflict
-- Making decisions
-- Negotiating
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Check out this presentation for a re-introduction to critical thinking. It's a core competency that is more important now than ever.
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Soft Skills Are Hard! Becoming a Well-Rounded Leader
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Your technical expertise will only take you so far. In every job, there comes a time when the functional knowledge and experience just aren't enough to get the job done. That's why you need soft skills, too. Join me to learn about:
-- What are "soft skills" any way and why do I need to work on this?
-- The impact it can make when managers have strong soft skills
-- How to develop soft skills (no matter what your personality type!)
-- When and where your soft skills will come in handy
Become a more well-rounded leader by developing yourself, not just your expertise.
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Be the Manager that Everyone Wants to Work for
May 5 2020
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You can be that manager. It's easier than you think to engage, motivate, inspire, and win the hearts and minds of team members. In this presentation, you'll discover how to:
-- Manage work AND lead people so you are more effective
-- Do the little things that add up to strong employee engagement
-- Reallocate your time to the tasks that have the right impact
-- Leverage your strengths for connecting with people
-- Access resources and training for ongoing skills development
It all boils down to simple behavioral choices that anyone can make. The first choice is attending this presentation so you can get started right away!
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46 mins
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Ugh. Another meeting.
It doesn't have to be that way. Whether you're the one facilitating the meeting, setting the agenda, or simply attending, there are proactive steps you can take to make sure your time (and others' time!) is well spent. In this presentation, I'll show you how to:
-- Create outcomes-based meetings and get things done
-- Plan the perfect agenda in minutes
-- Determine who should attend your meeting and which ones you really need to attend
-- Engage every person attending every meeting
-- Get what you need from the meetings you attend
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Mar 3 2020
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-- Build and sustain solid, committed teams
-- Ensure that both group goals AND individual goals are valued by all team members
-- Foster healthy dialogue that improves team decision-making
-- Capitalize on the strengths of every team member
-- Make your team more productive and more efficient
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- How to identify when silos have become a barrier to productivity
- Why silos may be causing you to lose high potential talent
- What to do about silos that have become a problem
- Ways to build cross-functional collaboration
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The Best Assessment Tools for Boosting Team Effectiveness
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47 mins
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So many to choose from! But which one is best? Which assessment tool will meet the needs of YOUR team?
In this webinar, you'll learn about:
- the various types of assessments most often used for building team effectiveness and strengthening collaboration.
-- How do identify the type of assessment your team needs
-- Best practices for using a team assessment instrument
-- What to do after the assessment for maximum impact
I'll also share my favorites and explain why I like them and what I've seen them do. After all, you want results (not just a fun workshop), right?
Bonus giveaways will include discounts on an assessment you may not have heard about yet. It's a powerful one that everyone who's part of a team should consider!
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Deb Calvert, Executive Coach & President of People First Productivity Solutions
Don't exacerbate turnover issues or risk losing skilled talent by giving up too soon on under-performers. Instead, take a look at these root causes for a lackluster performance and turn this situation around.Your colleagues and business partners will become more engaged and elevate their performance when you take this approach.
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Deb Calvert, sales researcher, trainer, coach, author, and speaker
Something they didn't tell you in Sales Manager Training 101... YOU are in charge of sales culture. But what does that even mean? What are you supposed to do? And how can one person create a culture for their team inside a larger organization?
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No matter what your job role, personality type, level of experience... YOU can make the difference you want to make. You can persuade others and help them see your point of view.
We'll make clear distinctions so you won't cross the line between being assertive and obnoxious or aggressive. We'll help you be persuasive without feeling sales-y, selfish, or manipulative. This is all about YOU getting what you want while also helping others get what they want, too. That makes you a leader!
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Deb Calvert, president, People First Productivity Solutions
So. Much. To. Do.
So. Little. Time.
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It's baaaack! Deb's annual review of the latest and greatest sales hacks you won't want to miss out on. Most are no cost or low cost, and all of them have been personally tested in the field. Best of all, YOU can access these tools on your own to save time, automate processes, connect with buyers, and make the most of every single sales day.
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Deb Calvert, sales coach / researcher / trainer / author / speaker
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The avant-garde metal band TOMBS from Brooklyn, New York, is up for a brand new track "Cold" and an upcoming album "The Grand Annihilation"
The band's sound has been described as a combination of multiple metal styles, styles which include black metal, hardcore, doom metal, and sludge metal. Band front man Mike Hill does not regard their sound to be sludge metal. Rather, he has likened the group's sound to being more black metal inspired. Citing influences, Hill has named bands such as NEUROSIS, SWANS, JOY DIVISION, DARKTHRONE, BLACK FLAG, DEATHSPELL OMEGA, LEVIATHAN and BAUHAUS among others, as being influential to the group's sound.
TOMBS front-man Mike Hill is not a man interested in appeasing his existing audience or modifying the music he makes in the hope of luring in a broader one. Letting the songs come as and when inspiration hits him is integral to Hill's process, and this accounts in part for "The Grand Annihilation's" diversity. The blasting, scathing yet melodic black metal savagery of opener "Black Sun Horizon" and "Way Of The Storm" are very much built to destroy, while wielding a poignancy that is undeniable - both of which stand in strong contrast to the uncomfortable post-punk squall of "Underneath" that showcases Hill's Nick Cave/Ian Curtis-esque singing voice, while the likes of the throbbing "Saturnalian" and unnerving tribal thunder of "Walk With Me In Nightmares" stand in categories all of their own. While every track on "The Grand Annihilation" stands separate from those around it, it is still a cohesive collection, and at no point do the stylistic twists and turns undermine its coherence. "If you've been following Tombs, you probably know to expect the unexpected, and I always strive to present a full range of emotion on everything with the band's name on it," Hill explains. "That said, this is a very dark and introspective record that digs deep into the common ideas of mortality, infinity and cosmic mysteries. The lyrics on the new record are a celebration of freedom through embracing the dark side. Once you realize that you follow the dark path - the path of the individual - there is a certain feeling of liberation that accompanies it."
Today's tune "Cold" is taken from the album "The Grand Annihilation", set to be released June 16, 2017.
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Police officials say bombs in three Iraqi cities have killed two soldiers, a policeman and a pro-government Sunni fighter.
Police say a roadside bomb targeting an army vehicle in the Baghdad neighborhood of Abu Ghraib on Monday killed two soldiers and wounded another eight.
Another roadside bomb exploded near a police car in Mosul, killing a policeman in the city, 360 kilometers (225 miles) northwest of Baghdad.
A third explosion occurred in the northern city of Kirkuk, about 290 kilometers (180 miles) from Baghdad. Police say a car bomb there killed a fighter with the pro-government group known as the Sahwa, which has fought against al-Qaida.
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Model-to-Code translation has the potential to provide the high development productivity and responsiveness required to meet modern business requirements. This paper reviews issues of completeness, action language, realized code, user interfaces, alternate models, and frameworks. This discussion leads to a proposed recommended path for the development of these tools.
In a previous document1 I have argued that there is a key opportunity for Progress Software to dramatically enhance the productivity and responsiveness of ABL systems by the development of tools to implement Model-To-Code translation. Such tools can dramatically speed new development while improving fit to requirements. These tools also provide rapid response at dramatically lower effort when there is need to modify an existing system to fit changed requirements. Following, I review issues important for determining the desired characteristics of such a tool, resources available for input to the design, and opportunities for supporting features. I then propose a development path by which such features can be added to the ABL toolset.
The greatest benefit of Model-to-Code translation comes from 100% translation, i.e., one works entirely in the model and does no hand creating or modification of the code. Nevertheless some users are likely to be most comfortable with only partial code generation, i.e., generating shells and some standard components, but manually filling in the details of methods and other logic. Moreover, delivering 100% complete translation might be an ambitious goal for a first release, especially if one wants early availability. So, it is reasonable to ask what one can do with less than complete translation and what shortcomings there are in delivering such a tool.
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IUCN extends a warm welcome to the Government of the Republic of Guinea, which has officially announced its decision to become a Member of IUCN by endorsing the IUCN Statutes. The Ministry of Environment, Water and Forests has been designated by the Government of the Republic of Guinea as its liaison with the IUCN Secretariat.
Located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa, Guinea became an independent republic in October 1958, making it the ninth State in Africa to gain its independence. With an area of 245.857 km², the Republic of Guinea shares hundreds of kilometres of its borders with neighbouring countries: Guinea-Bissau in the north-west, Senegal in the north, Mali in the north-east, Côte d'Ivoire in the east, and Sierra Leone and Liberia in the south
Guinea has a population of 9 million, in other words an average density of 22 inhabitants per km². This population is made up of around 30 ethnic groups, each with its own local language, whilst French is the country's official language.
Bordering on the North Atlantic Ocean, the country has 320 km of coastline. The Fouta Djallon massif, considered the "water tower of West Africa", is located in Guinea. Indeed, several rivers (Niger, Senegal, Gambia, and Mano) and their main tributaries (Tinkisso, Milo, Niandan, Falémé, etc.) have their source in Guinea. In order to protect this site of international importance, and with the backing of the African Union and FAO, 8 countries in West Africa have just begun a regional programme for the restoration and integrated development of the Fouta Djallon Highlands (the Fouta Djallon Highlands Integrated Natural Resources Management Project).
Commenting on all this potential, Aimé Joseph Nianogo, IUCN Regional Director for West and Central Africa declared that: "We are delighted that the Republic of Guinea has become a Member of IUCN. In addition to being considered as West Africa's "water tower", this country is extremely rich in plant and animal species. However, its natural resources currently face many threats, caused by the climate and, above all, human activity. The issues and the challenges are thus enormous and involve us all".
Moreover, within the context of the improvement of the national legal framework for the protection of the environment and the sustainable management of natural resources, the Ministry for Environment, Water and Forests recently made a call for an expression of interest in the creation of a Blueprint Law on the protection and development of the environment in the Republic of Guinea. The aim the consultation is to proceed to the updating of the 1987 Environment Code, whilst at the same time taking into account new universal notions, concepts and principles in this subject.
In this context, the Honourable Saramady Touré, Minster for Environment, Water and Forests of the Republic of Guinea stated that: "The management of natural resources in general has become a matter of extreme concern in our country. And we are certain that collaboration with IUCN will favour joint, coherent and efficient development for the well-being of the population".
Since 2009, IUCN has carried out activities in Guinea in various sectors such as the restoration of forest ecosystems, the management of marine and coastal resources, the conservation of protected areas and the equitable sharing of benefits derived from major hydraulic works. The Republic of Guinea's membership of IUCN will help reinforce these initiatives, and establish a lasting partnership between the Union and the Guinean authorities.
For more information, please contact: Monique C. Yigbedek Bisseck, Head, Constituency Support and Development Unit, IUCN West and Central Africa Programme: email@example.com


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TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Nikita Kucherov to an eight-year contract extension worth an average of $9.5 million in salary and annual bonuses.
The team announced the deal Tuesday. The 25-year-old would have been a restricted free agent next summer with one year left on a deal that will pay him nearly $4.8 million for the 2018-19 season. Now he is set to stay with the Lightning through the 2026-27 as the team's highest-paid player once the extension kicks in after next year.
"I'm truly grateful to sign this contract extension to keep me in Tampa for another eight seasons," Kucherov said in a statement. "I'd like to thank the Lightning organization and all of the fans for the support since making the Bay Area my home."
The two-time All-Star had 39 goals and 100 points with a plus-15 rating last season. He was third in the NHL in points, sixth in assists and tied for ninth in goals. He averaged 19:49 in ice time to lead all forwards for the Lightning, who lost in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals to Washington.
The deal also means the Lightning have locked up a core group of players younger than 30 years old.
Tampa Bay now has Kucherov, captain Steven Stamkos, defenceman Victor Hedman, left wing Alex Killorn, left wing Ondrej Palat, centre J.T. Miller, centre Tyler Johnson and defenceman Ryan McDonagh all signed through at least the 2021-22 season.
"My thought is we get the opportunity to open negotiations after July 1 of their last year of their contract, let's sit down with the players and their agents, and see if we can get something done early," Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman said Tuesday in a conference call with reporters.
"From a player's perspective, I think it eases their minds and they can plan their future a little bit and settle in. And from the team's perspective, it helps us going forward knowing the cap number of the players, knowing the commitment that we have, to make other decisions accordingly."
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Jose Canseco is now writing a weekly column for Vice. His first essay basically put the gun debate to rest. Guns, like nukes, are not to be used, but rather serve as a deterrent (and not, say, to decisively win a world war) and thus, we should have them.
Things are happening too fast and it's far too soon to tell if this little bit of sad/whimsy is back for good or if Jose's reappearance was just a little bit of nostalgia. Either way, here is your latest Josaying. I know it's not a tweet, but "Today In Jose Canseco Tweets As Motivational Posters" has such a ring to it.


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Karanja Oil
What: Pressed from the seeds of the Pongam Tree, this cousin of Neem offers an array of similar therapeutic benefits to that of its pungent relative. Karanja Oil is prized for its insecticidal and antiseptic properties. Karanja Oil can be used to treat eczema, psoriasis, skin ulcers, dandruff, or to promote wound healing. While its therapeutic properties are similar to Neem Oil, its aroma is quite different. Karanja Oil has a milder aroma than Neem. It is often referred to as "nutty" and is more versatile than Neem Oil. (Wiki)
Origin: Karanja Oil is cold pressed from the seeds from the Pongamia pinnata (Pongam tree), which is native to India.
Products Found In: Karanja oil has incredible insecticidal qualities and has similar therapeutic properties similar to Neem Oil but with a milder aroma. Karanja oil can be used in body oils, salves, soaps, shampoos, lotion and garden sprays.
Alternate Names: Honge oil, Millettia Pinnate, Pongamia Glabra Oil, Pungai Oil, Pongamia Oil, Étienne Pierre Ventenat
Toxicity: Karanja Oil is generally classified as having low toxicity. (EWG)


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The multi-generational journey that included growing a Holland soft-drink company from a home-based start-up into one of the nation's largest private soft drink bottlers will be the focus of "The Brooks Family: Four Generations of Bubbling With Innovation (Or Four Generations Of Bubbling Innovation)" on Monday, Sept. 12, at 4 p.m. in Winants Auditorium of Graves Hall through the Meijer Lecture Series at Hope College.
The multi-generational journey that included growing a Holland soft-drink company from a home-based start-up into one of the nation's largest private soft drink bottlers will be the focus of "The Brooks Family: Four Generations of Bubbling With Innovation (Or Four Generations Of Bubbling Innovation)" on Monday, Sept. 12, at 4 p.m. in Winants Auditorium of Graves Hall through the Meijer Lecture Series at Hope College.
The public is invited. Admission is free.
The presentation will be by James W.F. Brooks and son, Scott, who were the third and fourth generation to work with Holland-based Brooks Beverage Management Inc. (later Beverage America Inc.) and continue to work together through Brooks Capital Management LLC, a Brooks family holding company.
Brooks Beverage Management Inc. was established in Holland as a 7UP bottler and distributor in 1934 by Phillips Brooks - Jim Brooks' grandfather and Scott Brooks' great-grandfather--when he moved to the community from Cincinnati, Ohio. Phillips Brooks started the business mixing the beverage in his home and renting a local bottling works at night to fill the product, using his 1929 Buick as a delivery vehicle. Jim's father, James F. Brooks, grew the business between the early 1950s and mid 1980s by steadily acquiring bottling and distribution rights for other brands in Michigan and eventually acquiring the Squirt franchise company in 1977. By the time the family sold the company in May 1998, it had grown to include five manufacturing plants, 60 distribution centers and 3,000 employees, with $600 million in revenues from brands including Dr. Pepper, 7UP, RC, Squirt, Vernors, A&W, Sunkist, Canada Dry, Hawaiian Punch, Snapple, Mistic and Evian.
James F., James W.F and Scott Brooks each worked with Brooks Beverage Management Inc. From starting on the production line and working on route trucks while in high school, James W.F. Brooks ultimately became chairman and chief executive officer, succeeding his father, from 1986 until Cadbury Schweppes plc and The Carlyle Group purchased the company in May of 1998.
Jim Brooks and Scott Brooks are chairman and president respectively of Brooks Capital Management LLC (BCM). They are also currently partners in Investment Property Associates (IPA), a Grand Haven-based real estate development and property-management company.
Jim Brooks' professional involvement and numerous honors include having served as director of the Michigan Soft Drink Association and the National Soft Drink Association. Jim and his father, James F. Brooks, were the first father and son to each be inducted into the Beverage World Hall of Fame. Among others, his community activities include chairing the Holland/Zeeland Model Community Initiatives, directing the NewNorthCenter for Design in Business, serving as founding chairman of West Michigan Strategic Alliance, serving as a trustee of The Culver Educational Foundation and serving on the Investment Committee of the Community Foundation of the Holland-Zeeland Area. He and his wife, Donna, are also co-vice chairs of the Grand Valley University Foundation and co-chairs of the Hope College Patrons for the Arts.
In addition to his roles at BCM and IPA, Scott Brooks is also a founding partner of TicTock Studios, a feature film production company based in Holland, where he most recently produced the feature film, "What's Wrong with Virginia," written and directed by Academy Award winner Dustin Lance Black and starring Academy Award winner Jennifer Connelly. Scott's past experience includes working in various management positions of Baltimore, Md.-based AcceleraRomar, a full-service blended learning company focused on training pharmaceutical, bio-tech and medical device professionals. He is a member of the Young Presidents Organization and a graduate of Leadership Holland.
The Meijer Lecture Series, which debuted in September 2008, is an endowed lectureship established through the support of the Meijer Foundation. Coordinated by the Joint Archives of Holland, the annual lectureship highlights the experience of area family-owned businesses that have had a historical impact on West Michigan.
Graves Hall is located at 263 College Ave., between 10th and 12th streets.


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2013 CMS Summer Meeting
Dalhousie University, June 4 - 7, 2013
A {\em monotone arc} in a metric hyperspace of convex bodies is one in which the support functions change in a ``translation-like'' way along the arc. In certain hyperspaces, closed monotone arcs have the Chebyshev property.\
A {\em monotone spread} is a set of bodies such that every pair of bodies in the spread is joined within the spread by a monotone arc belonging to the set - it's a ``convexity-like'' property. In the hyperspaces considered in the previous paragraph, monotone spreads also have the Chebyshev property.
This talk will mix this in with a famous theorem of J. Frank Adams, some convex algebraic geometry, and some algebraic topology, and come up with some surprising and hopefully interesting results.
This is a joint work with I. B\'ar\'any, F. Fodor and L. Montejano.
Related to spherical isometric foldings are spherical f-tilings, that is, edge to edge decompositions of the sphere by geodesic polygons, such that all vertices are of even valency and both sums of alternate angles, around any vertex, are $\pi$. The relation between these two sets of objects comes from the fact that the set of singularities of any non trivial isometric folding ia a spherical f-tiling.
As expected, the problem of isometric folding deformations gives rise to a similar problem on spherical f-tiling deformations. More precisely, is any spherical f-tiling deformable into the standard tiling (f-tiling whose underline graph is a great circle)?
Here, we provide a way to deforme into the standard f-tiling, each one of the dihedral f-tilings of the sphere whose prototiles are two non congruent isosceles spherical triangles in a particular way of adjacency.
This is a joint work with Professor Ana Breda.
In this talk we will discuss the preliminary results of an investigation into the structure of the monodromy groups for several infinite families of polyhedra formed by attaching symmetric belts of polygonal faces to a pair of parallel $n$-gons. For example, the $n$-prism is formed by attaching a belt of squares to two parallel $n$-gons. Of particular interest is the way in which each of the infinite families corresponds to a parameterized family of abelian extensions of the automorphism group of a regular polyhedron.
Recently, general affine surface areas were introduced by Ludwig. Such general affine surface areas can involve nonhomogenous (convex and/or concave) functions, and have many nice properties, such as, affine invariance, upper-semicontinuity (or lower-simicontinuity), and valuation. Related affine isoperimetric inequalities have been proved by Ludwig via the Blaschke-Santalo inequality.\\
In this talk, I will introduce the concept of general affine surface areas, and prove the monotone properties of general affine surfaces under the Steiner symmetrization. As a byproduct, we provide another proof of the affine isoperimetric inequalities for general affine surface areas without assuming the Blaschke-Santalo inequality. Hence, the centroid condition (required by the Blaschke-Santalo inequality) can be removed.


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My grandfather william henry born 01/08/1916 died 05/11/1988 married christine mckenna in st. mungos church greenock on 15/10/1942, christine passed away approx 1951. they lived in shardlow derby, my father Michael born 1948 has a brother albert born approx 1942/43
Due to the fact my grandad was in the navy when my biological nan died the boys were sent to live in convents. we know nothing of my maternal side.
I believe my great grandparents may have been leonard isaiah and agnes ada anne nee nash possibly lived in sunmeadows draycott rd sawley notts. i would love to have some help in trying to peace together my fathers family as i know it would give him a sence of internal peace to know where he came from. I fanyone can help me or advise me on how i go about looking for info, it would be greatly appreciated thankyou.
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Le Troubadour 11Km
Chevennes B&B
Leisure in the country side. The Farmhouse is about 300 years old. The garden is full of wildlife and birds. A great quiet place away from the busy city. The farmhouse is situated on a hill and overlooks the village. The surroundings landscapes consists of beautiful hills were farmers produce their crops. Nearby (5 minutes by bike) is a big National forest. The Farmhouse consists downstairs of a hallway, large kitchen, dining room, lounge and a library. On the first floor there are 6 bedrooms and two separate toilet and two separate showers (one can also be used for disabled people).
Le Bed And Breakfast De Lulu Et Romu 17.4Km
Besmont B&B
We welcome you to our house in the heart of the Thiérache countryside. Near the forest of Aubenton you will enjoy our green and the region's activities (hiking, horse riding, canoeing, climbing, discover the local heritage ...)
Chambre & Table D'hôtes Au Chapitre 19.8Km
Rozoy Sur Serre B&B
Our bed and breakfast is located in Rozoy-sur-Serre, an old historic town in the heart of Thiérache / Picardie and at the gateway to the French Ardennes In our charming house you stay in a beautiful and large room. With all the comforts, a luxurious bathroom including Your room has an independent entrance and are separated from our private part. In the morning we serve breakfast in our large living room with bread and pastries from the best baker in the sector! Our house is an exceptional house and we would like to share our pleasure with you.
La Chaumière 31.3Km
St Erme Outre Et Ramecourt B&B
Bed and Breakfast of charm in Aisne, in St Erme ... Two Bed rooms The rooms are upstairs and have their own entrance. For everyone's comfort, the rooms are 'non smoking' and no pets. Possibility of guest table on demand
La Besace 34.9Km
Sainte Croix B&B
LA BESACE BED AND BREAKFAST IN SAINTE-CROIX: 15 km from Laon and Reims 32 km. Renovated old stone country farm, is happy to welcome you in a calm and quiet environment. Beautiful flower garden with sitting area. Dining room with fireplace and sofas to chill out. Possibility to have dinner. Closed parking.
Chambres D'hôtes Papidan Saint Quentin à Bohain en Vermandois 37.3Km
B & Bs House Papidan Park is located 00 meters from the family home of Henri Matisse and 20 minutes from the Henri Matisse Museum in Le Cateau, Antoine Lecuyer Museum in Saint Quentin with pastels Quentin Tower and Familistère André Godin at Guise. Visit our site with its history, renovating a ruin of a 18th familale remains open in the spirit of Picardy home for our guests. Also discover the history of the place and its textile weavers where we visited Coco Chanel.
Domaine Le Parc 38.2Km
Danizy B&B
Charming Bed and Breakfast with Gourmets Table in Picardy near the Champagne. Jedy and Damien welcome you warmly in their authentic 18th century Manor-House, situated in a wooded park of 5ha and overlooks the Oise valley. Periods sitting rooms. The comfortable rooms provided a sitting area, Wifi and TVsat., bathroom equipped with shower, toilet and balneo bath from 75,- to 95,- breakfast included. Every evening, we propose you our tasty Menu des Gourmets with half wine and cafe for 39,50 per person.
La Fosse Bleue 39Km
Signy L'abbaye B&B
Welcome to the French Ardennes. The French Ardennes are characterized by a landscape of vast forests and agricultural land, but also by historic cities. You are in the right place if you come for wonderful walks, but also to visit museums, castles and cities. We have 4 luxury guest rooms with private bathroom, Wireless, Sunny and shaded terraces. Dogs are welcome. Possibility to have a delicious dinner. Stay of one or more nights.
Nuit à l'Ostrale (Lemé) 10.2Km
Lemé B&B
Offering free WiFi and garden views, Nuit à l'Ostrale (Lemé) is an accommodation situated in Lemé. This bed and breakfast has a garden and free private parking. A flat-screen TV is available. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of Nuit à l'Ostrale (Lemé). Saint-Quentin is 41 km from the accommodation, while Laon is 39 km from the property.
Troubadour 11Km
Chevennes B&B
Featuring free WiFi, a barbecue and a terrace, Troubadour offers accommodation in Chevennes, 32 km from Saint-Quentin. Free private parking is available on site. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as cycling and hiking. Laon is 29 km from Troubadour, while Chimay is 49 km from the property.
L'Ermite 12.6Km
Saint-Algis B&B
Located in Saint-Algis, 47 km from Chimay, L'Ermite provides a restaurant and free WiFi. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. L'Ermite offers a terrace. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Saint-Quentin is 44 km from the accommodation, while Laon is 50 km away.
Le Bocage 13Km
Sorbais B&B
Situated in Sorbais in the Picardy Region, 44 km from Saint-Quentin, Le Bocage features free WiFi and free private parking is available on site. Some units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Homemade meals are available upon prior reservation and at a surcharge. There is a shared lounge at the property, equipped with a flat-screen TV. A sauna and a hot tub are available for a extra fee. The area is popular for cycling and canoeing. The bed and breakfast also offers free use of bicycles. Laon is 43 km from Le Bocage, while Maubeuge is 41 km from the property.
La Vannerie 13.7Km
Located in Origny-en-Thiérache, 34 km from Chimay, La Vannerie provides a garden and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. La Vannerie features a terrace.
Château de Clermont 14.6Km
Located in a 1.5-hectare park in the village of Clermont-les-Fermes, this B&B is set in an 18th-century building. It features a heated indoor pool, a games room and provides free Wi-Fi access. A seating area and views of the garden feature in the guest rooms. Each room includes an electric kettle and a private bathroom with bathrobes. The cottage has a patio and a four-poster bed. In the morning, guests who are staying in the guest rooms have a choice of a continental or full English breakfast. Guests are invited to enjoy home-made meals in the dining room at Château de Clermont. Private parking is free on site and Laon Train Station is 25 km away. The bed and breakfast is accessible via the A26 motorway.
Les chambres d hôtes fleuries de la jardinerie d origny 14.6Km
Located in Origny-en-Thiérache in the Picardy region, Les chambres d hôtes fleuries de la jardinerie d origny features a garden. The accommodation is 32 km from Chimay, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The bed and breakfast is equipped with a cable flat-screen TV. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.
Villa Fleurie 14.8Km
In a green, in a nineteenth century mansion, completely renovated with bathroom and WC in every room. Come and share a family meal and a warm individual. You can leave your car in a closed site and you will be accompanied by your little pet.
Les Succulentes 15.1Km
Englancourt B&B
Set in Englancourt, 50 km from Chimay, Les Succulentes offers a bar and free WiFi. There is a fully equipped shared bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. The bed and breakfast offers a terrace. After a day of hiking or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Saint-Quentin is 42 km from Les Succulentes, while Maubeuge is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 111 km from the accommodation.
Proisy 15.7Km
Proisy B&B
Set in Proisy, Les Hauts de Proisy offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy free bikes, a shared lounge and a garden. A barbecue and a terrace are featured at the bed and breakfast. Saint-Quentin is 37 km from Les Hauts de Proisy, while Laon is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 114 km from the accommodation.
Demeure de Thiérache La Jeantelle 17.4Km
Buire B&B & Gite
Old Rectory renovated with lots of character, situated in a village become a remarkable contemporary religious del'art Thiérache through the creations of Charles Eyck Dutch painter.
Le Prieuré Chambres d'hôtes 19.6Km
Sainte-Preuve B&B
Located a 15-minute drive from the A26, this guest house is situated halfway between Saint-Quentin and Reims. It offers free Wi-Fi access and free bicycle rental for exploring its 4-acres of land. Period furniture, an LCD TV and an iPod docking station are standard facilities in the rooms at Le Prieuré. All rooms have a view of the countryside and a private bathroom with a spa bath. A buffet breakfast is served every day, which guests can enjoy on the terrace during the warmer months. Le Prieuré also offers a welcome drink to all guests upon arrival. Additional activities include relaxing in the games room or using the spa and swimming pool facilities at Domaine de Barive, 3 km away. For those arriving by car, private parking is free on site.
Chambres d'hôtes Au Chapitre 19.8Km
Rozoy-sur-Serre B&B
Chambres d'hôtes Au Chapitre is situated in Rozoy-sur-Serre and offers a restaurant, a garden and a terrace. The property has city views and is 44 km from Laon. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is available. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.
maison du Hérisson 21.1Km
La Capelle-en-Thiérache B&B
Featuring garden views, maison du Hérisson in La Capelle-en-Thiérache offers accommodation and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi is available. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the on-site restaurant, which specialises in French and European cuisine. The property has a hot tub. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby and a bicycle rental service is available. Maubeuge is 36 km from the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 108 km from the property.
Lauboise 21.2Km
Hirson B&B
3 guest rooms in a charming house on a site exceptionel 100% guaranteed quiet nature along the river and forest.
Les Chambres de Ribeaufontaine 22.8Km
Dorengt B&B
Set in a horse-riding centre and in old abbey from the 18th century, La Ferme de Ribeaufontaine offers a garden and elegant rooms with a private bathroom and an electric kettle. Free Wi-Fi access is provided. The rooms at La Ferme de Ribeaufontaine feature parquet flooring and exposed beams. Some also include an original fireplace. The homemade, continental breakfast includes local products. Guests can also find restaurants, 10 km from the property. Activities on site are cycling, at an additional cost, fishing and swimming, 11 km from the accommodation. It is 20 km from Le Cateau-Cambrésis Train Station.
Les Temps Gourmands 23.4Km
Mondrepuis B&B
Located in Mondrepuis, this bed and breakfast is 33 km from Maubeuge, Les Temps Gourmands Bed & Breakfast boasts a terrace and views of the garden. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom. The property has also an independent Restaurant and guests can enjoy a meal there upon prior reservation. Activities in the area include hiking and cycling. Guests can take a bath in the nearby lakes.
Gîte La Rigole 24.2Km
Lesquielles-Saint-Germain B&B & Gite
Featuring a garden, Gîte La Rigole offers accommodation in Lesquielles-Saint-Germain with free WiFi and garden views. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Saint-Quentin is 32 km from the apartment, while Laon is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 106 km from Gîte La Rigole.
La Grenouillère 24.6Km
Esqueheries B&B & Gite
Your holiday cottage(shelter) is an individual, isolated house, for 6 people, of 3 rooms(chambers), 2 bathrooms with shower among which 1 hydromassante, 3 toilets and a fully-equipped kitchen. Come to relax in your peaceful holiday rental, to take a big breath of fresh air, to avoid(flee) the crowd and to find simple things in the countryside(mid-campaign) of Thiérache, by listening to the silence, the birdsong, discovering them and photographing the numerous sorts(species).
La Chambre du Nouvion 25.8Km
La Chambre du Nouvion is located in Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache and offers a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. The property features garden views and is 45 km from Cambrai. A flat-screen TV is provided. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Saint-Quentin is 49 km from La Chambre du Nouvion, while Valenciennes is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 98 km from the accommodation.
Le Gîte Pien 26.4Km
Wignehies B&B & Gite
Le Gîte Pien offers self-catering accommodation in Wignehies. Free WiFi and free bikes are provided. The property includes an apartment and a studio with a sofa, a private bathroom and iron facilities. Guests can prepare their own meals at Le Gîte Pien. The apartment offers a kitchen while the studio has a kitchenette. This property is 13 km from the Belgium Border and 16 km from Hirson. Free private parking is available on site.
Maison Magdala 26.7Km
Fourmies B&B
Set in the forest and located 500 metres from Etang des Moines, this guest house offers a large terrace in its garden. Guests of Maison Magdala have access to the large living room with its fireplace and the library. The rooms at Maison Magdala have a private bathroom with an Italian shower and hairdryer. They feature a view of the garden and free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout. A continental breakfast is available every morning. Restaurants can be found within 500 metres of the property. You can hike, swim in the pound and cycle in the area. The property is situated 10 km from the Belgium Border and 40 km from the city of Maubeuge.
Chambres d'Hôtes des Rouets 26.9Km
Fourmies B&B
Offering free WiFi and garden views, Chambres d'Hôtes des Rouets is an accommodation located in Fourmies. Featuring free private parking, the bed and breakfast is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and table tennis. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool and garden at Chambres d'Hôtes des Rouets. Maubeuge is 37 km from the accommodation, while Chimay is 26 km away.
La Blanche Gelée 28.4Km
Rocquigny B&B
La Blanche Gelée is situated in Rocquigny and offers free bikes. The bed and breakfast has garden views and is 44 km from Charleville-Mézières. This bed and breakfast features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath. The bed and breakfast offers a continental or halal breakfast. Speaking English and French at the reception, staff are always on hand to help. La Blanche Gelée offers a sun terrace. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking and cycling nearby.
The Penthouse Apartment - Château de Lucy 29.7Km
Ribemont B&B & Gite
The Penthouse Apartment - Château de Lucy is situated in Ribemont. The accommodation is 46 km from Péronne, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. This apartment comes with a kitchen, a seating area, a dining area and a satellite flat-screen TV. Saint-Quentin is 18 km from the apartment, while Laon is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 119 km from The Penthouse Apartment - Château de Lucy.
Grisa'home Le Gîte 30.3Km
Aisonville Et Bernoville B&B & Gite
After having opened bed and breakfast four years ago, here is the opening of a gite. Character house with a large garden, this cottage can accommodate 6 people (3 bedrooms). Beautiful rooms to live in a place decorated with taste in a spirit "flea" but with all the modern comforts. Enjoy the calm of the countryside to find you with family or friends.
Grisa'home 30.3Km
More than a bedroom, hosts' house! In a charming village of Thiérache, come to take advantage of the peace of the campaign in a old renovated barn allying former and modernity. Two rooms / bathrooms any comfort and the profit of a big stay of 80m ², with all the conveniences (fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and dining room), at your disposal. In 10 km of Guise, 25 km of Saint-Quentin, 40 km of Laon.
Apartment Rue de la Poterne 30.5Km
Ribemont B&B & Gite
Apartment Rue de la Poterne is located in Ribemont and offers barbecue facilities. The accommodation is 50 km from Cambrai. With free WiFi, this apartment provides a TV, a washing machine and a kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. Saint-Quentin is 17 km from the apartment, while Laon is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 118 km from Apartment Rue de la Poterne.
Au Grenier Cosy 31.5Km
Lor B&B & Gite
We welcome you in the old attic of a barn completely refurbished studio that will seduce you with its warm and cozy atmosphere. In summer, the calm and tranquility of the place invites you to enjoy the swimming pool and the garden to relax and take a sunbath after being restored outdoors on the terrace. Give yourself another coffee break on the furnished balcony revealing a clear and green panorama of the surrounding countryside. In winter book the private indoor pool of our partner 2 km from the cottage
L'Evidence 31.5Km
Laon B&B
Set in Laon, L'Evidence offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a terrace. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Saint-Quentin is 50 km from L'Evidence, while Soissons is 35 km away.
Medieval cozy apartment in Laon (north of Paris) 31.5Km
Laon B&B & Gite
Medieval cozy apartment in Laon (north of Paris) is set in Laon. The accommodation has free WiFi. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath, a hair dryer and a washing machine. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. Saint-Quentin is 49 km from the apartment, while Soissons is 34 km from the property.
Laon'Vie ! Appartement privé avec bain balnéo 31.6Km
Laon B&B & Gite
Offering free WiFi and city views, Laon'Vie! Appartement privé avec bain balnéo is an accommodation located in Laon. This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath. At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Saint-Quentin is 49 km from Laon'Vie! Appartement privé avec bain balnéo, while Soissons is 35 km away.
Logis du Parvis 31.6Km
Laon B&B
Situated in Laon within an 11-minute walk of Laon Hospital, Logis du Parvis offers guestrooms and 1 apartment with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. The apartment is equipped with a dishwasher, oven, a coffee machine, a microwave and kettle. Some units include a dining area and/or a balcony. A continental breakfast is available daily at the aparthotel. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of French dishes. A wine shop service is at guests' disposal. A bicycle rental service is available at Logis du Parvis. High Court is a 1-minute walk from the accommodation.
Chambres d'Hotes Lorengrain 31.6Km
Situated in Bruyères-et-Montbérault, 39 km from Soissons, Chambres d'Hotes Lorengrain features a garden and free WiFi. The accommodation features a spa bath and a sauna. Every unit has a private bathroom and hot tub, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool at Chambres d'Hotes Lorengrain. Reims is 47 km from the accommodation, while Laon is 9 km from the property.
Gîte Mise au Vert 31.6Km
Bruyères-et-Montbérault B&B & Gite
Gîte Mise au Vert is situated in Bruyères-et-Montbérault. This property offers access to free WiFi. The apartment offers a terrace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Reims is 41 km from Gîte Mise au Vert, while Saint-Quentin is 43 km from the property.
Le Refuge Des Cordeliers 31.7Km
Laon B&B & Gite
Set in a renovated convent, Le Refuge Des Cordeliers is an apartment located in the mediaeval town of Laon. It offers a view of the courtyard and of Notre-Dame de Laon Cathedral, which is 200 metres away. The apartment features a living area, a bathroom with bath and a bedroom set on a mezzanine. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout. Guests can prepare meals using the provided kitchenette, which is equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave, electric kettle, kitchenware and toaster. Shops and restaurant can be found in the area.
Château De Breuil 31.7Km
Offering a terrace and sun terrace, Château De Breuil is situated in Bruyères-et-Montbérault, 42 km from Reims. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are fitted with a TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom. Château Du Breuil features free WiFi throughout the property. You can play billiards at the bed and breakfast. Saint-Quentin is 43 km from Château De Breuil, while Laon is 4.4 km from the property.
Appartement Liartais - Accueil Chevaux - Horse Friendly 32.8Km
Liart B&B & Gite
Located in Liart, Appartement Liartais - Accueil Chevaux - Horse Friendly offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi, a 5-minute walk from Liare Educational Farm.The property boasts views of the city. There is a dining area and a kitchen. A flat-screen TV and DVD player is featured. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Bike hire is available at Appartement Liartais - Accueil Chevaux - Horse Friendly and the area is popular for horse riding, cycling and fishing. Charleville-Mézières is a 30-minute drive away from the property.
Villa Louise-amélie 32.9Km
Laon B&B
The Villa Louise Amélie is located in the beautiful medieval city of Laon (low city), access in high city can be done on foot, bus or personal car or taxi. The Villa is close to shops and fast food or traditional .... on foot or by car. The Villa Louise Amelie is composed of a Suite: Queen of the Meadows, romantic room in a refined and flowery styleshe will offer you a royal break. Blue Hour, Single bed will give you a garden view Feng Shui The bathroom is equipped with a bath and wc
Lez Orees 33Km
Sémeries B&B
Set in a former farmhouse on a spacious garden, Lez Orees is located in Semeries and offers bed and breakfast accommodations. Guests can relax on the large terrace or in the shared living room. The rooms at Lez Orees are individually decorated and provide free Wi-Fi. Each room offers views of the garden and has ironing facilities and a private bathroom with a shower. Every morning a homemade continental breakfast is served, and guests have access to the kitchenette in the living area and barbecue facilities in the garden. Upon reservation, the hosts can prepare evening meals for guests. Avesnes-sur-Helpe Train Station is a 12-minute drive away and the Belgian border is 10 km away. Guests can enjoy the sauna and massages at an extra cost, and have free private parking at the property.
La Source Arduinna 33.1Km
Givron B&B
In Thiérache Ardennes-Porcien: hilly and picturesque area for hiking and mountain biking great. Heritage original timber-framed. In an old farmhouse Ardennes, a haven of peace and tranquility surrounded by greenery, our stylish rooms, spacious and comfortable, decorated half-timbered beams: nice layout, bathroom and WC. Full breakfast and tonic, homemade jams, included in the price. Meals on booking thank you.
La Cense Lignère 33.7Km
Prisches B&B & Gite
An authentic Gypsy caravan awaits you right in the grove avesnois.
Ferme du Jardinmonsieur 34Km
Berrieux B&B
5 spacious bedrooms in a little green village
Le Robinson 34.5Km
Set in Mézières-sur-Oise, 42 km from Péronne, Le Robinson offers a garden and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. Guests at Le Robinson can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation offers a children's playground. A bowling alley is available on site and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Le Robinson. Saint-Quentin is 14 km from the bed and breakfast, while Laon is 39 km from the property.
Aubepine 34.9Km
Sains du Nord B&B
The guest house Aubepine welcomes you to the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Avesnois and the village of Sains du Nord between the Val Joly, Maroilles and Chimay. Three spacious rooms (25m ²) with all modern comfort and charm of the old are waiting for you to a serene and authentic experience. Around: hiking trails, mountain biking, horse riding, 4 Ecomuseums; Val Joly, Matisse Museum; ...
Aubépine 34.9Km
Sains-du-Nord B&B
Located in the Avesnois Regional Park, Aubépine is set in a 19th-century country house, only 15 km from Val Joly Activities Centre. A homemade breakfast is included and you can relax in the tree-lined garden. Each modern guest room has a garden view and includes free Wi-Fi access and a flat-screen TV. The en suite bathrooms are supplied with a hairdryer. Breakfast can be taken in the dining room or on the south-facing terrace during sunny weather. The hosts can prepare dinner made with regional products upon request, accompanied by drinks from the bar. With private parking on site, this B&B is 5 km from Liessies Abbey and 20 km from the town of Maroilles.
Domaine de Senercy 35.2Km
10 minutes from Saint-Quentin, the mansion awaits you in the heart of unspoilt nature. Enjoy the charm of this family home steeped in history.
Le Refuge des Anges 35.6Km
Le Refuge des Anges is 1 km from the centre of Presles-et-Thierny and a 14-minute drive from Laon Cathedral. It offers free Wi-Fi access, a garden and terrace. This B&B has a heated guest room with a flat-screen TV and a wardrobe. The private bathroom is complete with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests are invited to enjoy breakfast every morning in the dining room or in the comfort of your room. Meals prepared by hosts can also be served if you reserve in advance. This property is a 17-minute drive from the A26 motorway and 36 km from Soissons. Free private parking is available on site.
chambres d'hotes" L'Hirondelle" 36.8Km
Girondelle B&B
The hollow of a pretty green valley, a small village inhabited by 50 people flowers, you will be pleasantly welcomed in an old house of entirely renovated logger in the Ardennes. Pierrette you will enjoy the breakfast table the products of its manufacture, you will be staying in 3 guest rooms comfortable and quiet.
Les Mout'Anes 36.9Km
Saint-Hilaire-sur-Helpe B&B
Set in the heart of Avenois Natural Regional Park, Les MoutAnes offers a terrace and a garden. All of the rooms have traditional wooden furniture and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Free WiFi is provided. The continental breakfast includes breads, French pastries and yogurts. You can also request a traditional French meal with organic and regional products. It is 22 km from Maubeuge and 56 km from Valenciennes and Charleroi Airport is a 1 hour and 20 minutes' drive away. Sars-Poteries MusVerre Glass Museum is at 13Km..
Domaine de l'Etang 37Km
Mons-en-Laonnois B&B
The Domaine de LEtang is a country cottage located in Laonnois. This B&B is set in a tree-lined park with a seasonal swimming pool, and offers en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi. This traditional rooms feature natural wooden floors and romantic decor. Each room has heating and its own bathroom with either a bath or shower. Domaine de LEtang is only 100 metres away from shops and 8.5 km from Laon's town centre, restaurants and train station. Reims Cathedral and the champagne cellars are both 47 km away.
Gîte Rural 37.2Km
Logny Bogny B&B & Gite
Old farmhouse completely renovated to nine with all the comfort, approved 3 star prefecture.
Chambres d'Hôtes Prés de la Fagne 37.6Km
Baives B&B
Accommodation in guest houses or bed in the north, Nord-Pas-de-Calais (59) in France -
La Ferme D'Alice 37.7Km
Moy De L'aisne B&B
Welcome to Alice and Sebastian, farmer-herders 14 km from Saint-Quentin and 35 km from Laon. They welcome you in their guest rooms 3 ears Gite de France in the Aisne.
Ferme De Guersignies B&B 37.7Km
Bas-Lieu B&B
Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Ferme De Guersignies B&B features accommodation in Bas-Lieu with free WiFi and garden views. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the bed and breakfast. A sun terrace is available for guests at Ferme De Guersignies B&B to use. Mons is 41 km from the accommodation, while Maubeuge is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 102 km from Ferme De Guersignies B&B.
Chambres D'hôtes "Vers L'Aisne" 38.1Km
Herpy L'Arlésienne B&B
The house is situated in the village of Herpy l'Arlésienne. It consists of 3 levels with separate access and a garden with terrace.
Le Chêne Perché 38.6Km
Signy-l?Abbaye B&B
Le Chêne Perché offers atypical accommodation in tree houses located in Signy-lAbbaye, 49 km from Bouillon. Each furnished cabin is lit by candles and lamps and has a space heater and dry toilets.The 5 tree houses are perched between 3 and 6 metres high. Breakfast is delivered via a pulley system each morning. Guests can enjoy barbecues at the property, and there are restaurants in the centre of Signy l'Abbaye, 1.5km from the property. The area is popular for cycling and hiking. Charleville-Mézières is 24 km from Le Chêne Perché, while Sedan is 39 km away. WiFi is available in public areas.
Villa Belvedere 38.7Km
Set a 10-minute walk from Ailette Lake, this guest house offers an outdoor swimming pool and a sauna. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and Laon is 15 km away. The rooms at Villa Belvedere have cable TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. All rooms are decorated in Mediterranean colours and some have views of the garden. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning and packed lunches are available. You can also enjoy homemade French cuisine, upon request, which is prepared using local produce. Guests are invited to enjoy the communal lounge with fireplace. Free private parking is available on site and Soissons is 30 km away. You may also choose to drive the 10 minutes to Ailette Golf Course or go walking and cycling in the local area.
Gite Rural de la Sauge Aux Bois 38.9Km
Lalobbe B&B & Gite
Rural Gite France Ardennes area - 9 people max - 4 rooms - Garden - comfortable
L'arrière boutique 39Km
Maroilles B&B & Gite
L'arrière boutique is set in Maroilles. The property features city views and is 44 km from Cambrai. This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a shower. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Mons is 46 km from the apartment, while Valenciennes is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 84 km from L'arrière boutique.
Appartement de Charme 39.1Km
Liessies B&B & Gite
Set 5 km from Val-Joly Lake, in the Avesnois Regional Nature Park, Appartement avec cuisine offers self-catering accommodation in Liessies. The property features garden views and is a 10-minute drive from the Belgian border. The apartment comes with an equipped kitchen, a living room and a bathroom with shower. Continental breakfast can be served upon request and at an extra charge. Musverre Museum is 10 km from the apartment, while Maubeuge is 23.5 km from the property. Several hiking trails can be found near the property.
La Grange de Saint Hilaire 39.4Km
Saint Hilaire Sur Helpe B&B
In the Natural Park of Avesnois, just outside the small village of Saint Hilaire, Saint Hilaire's barn welcomes you and offers a relaxing atmosphere mainly wood, a surprising change of scenery. The rooms in the barn are beyond the owner's house.
L'Athéna 39.8Km
La Fère B&B & Gite
L'Athéna is situated in La Fère. Free WiFi is featured. The apartment comes with a TV. The accommodation is fitted with a kitchen. Compiègne is 48 km from the apartment, while Saint-Quentin is 21 km from the property.
LA ROSIERE 39.9Km
La Fère B&B & Gite
LA ROSIERE is located in La Fère. The accommodation is 42 km from Soissons. This apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Saint-Quentin is 24 km from the apartment, while Laon is 22 km away.
VIVA LA VIDA 39.9Km
La Fère B&B & Gite
VIVA LA VIDA is set in La Fère. The accommodation is 42 km from Soissons. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and fishing are possible in the surroundings. Saint-Quentin is 24 km from the apartment, while Laon is 22 km away.


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Right in time for Microsoft's upcoming Windows Phone 7 launch and closely after HTC's first Windows Phone 7 smartphone was much likely approved, the Global Certification Forum (GCF) approved the next Windows Phone 7 - the LG E900/Optimus 7. According to the approval, the LG E900 will support quadband GSM/GPRS/EDGE as well as dualband UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA at 900/2100 MHz, which again makes it perfectly working in Europe and Asia but not in North America. Earlier rumors indicated that the E900 will feature a Qualcomm QSD8650 CPU at 1 GHz, a 3.7" WVGA capacitive touchscreen as well as a 5 megapixel autofocus camera (Windows Phone 7 standard) with HD video recording capabilities.
As always, the Global Certification Forum isn't spilling any beans about an expected release date but typically, GCF approved handset will hit markets just weeks after they are approved. Keeping in mind that Windows Phone 7 is expected to be announced on October 11, today's GCF approval makes a LG E900 launch in October very likely.
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Nia White Belt Training
September 25, 2020 The Synergy Studio in San Antonio, Texas, US
About the Nia White Belt
The Nia White Belt Training is the first level of a five-belt training series that presents a body-centered approach to health, wellness and fitness. If you have a desire to share Nia in a professional capacity, the White Belt Training is your entryway into teaching. Those who choose to pursue the path of personal enrichment use this training as a starting point for becoming a master student.
Over the course of one week, you will comprehensively explore physical sensation through five core-competency areas of study including movement, music, anatomy, science and philosophy. This joyful journey into the self is instrumental in helping you develop body knowing by learning to listen, interpret and consciously respond to the information your body communicates to you via sensation. Enroll in an upcoming training today, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live.
Upon graduation, you are eligible to become a member. As a member, you obtain a teaching license (whether you decide to use it or not) and have exclusive access to an in-depth continuing education program, an online forum, and special benefits and privileges. You may enroll in the Green Belt Training - which is dedicated to the craft of teaching - at any time after completing your White Belt Training. You may also enroll in the next level of training, Blue Belt Training.
Meet the Trainers
Joanie Brooks
I am a nationally certified 1st Degree Nia Black-Belt teacher and a Nia White Belt and Nia FreeDanceTrainer. In addition I am certified in Nia Moving to Heal and Nia 5 Stages of Healing. I offer Nia classes, Nia White Belt and Nia FreeDance trainings, and Nia workshops. I have 25 years of Nia Technique experience and bring creativity, laughter, compassion and enthusiasm to my Nia work. My mission is to share the joy of Nia with everyBody and to help others reclaim their body's natural way of moving and live a life of pleasure. As a teacher of Nia, joy of movement and truly caring for people are my motivations and I believe we are as young as our spirit allows us to be. It is through an open mind and a true connection to joy that we can free, strengthen and heal our body, mind and spirit. Nia has awakened my inner child, and has made me feel timeless, ageless and weightless. I now stay fit by dancing, laughing, skipping and playing on the floor. I want everyBody to feel love, joy and pleasure in their body, and live into their potential!
I am a Sacred Warrior, a teacher and healer to all people. The most precious gift I have received from Nia is self-love, which has manifested into my life purpose to awaken the human healing potential. I fulfill this purpose every time I step into a Nia class, workshop and training.
I teach in movement studios, fitness clubs, corporations, with breast cancer survivors, and I volunteer at Haven of Hope, a place of hope and new beginnings in San Antonio for those experiencing homelessness. I have been a guest Nia and Yoga instructor at Lake Austin Spa Resort for 15 years, and a guest staff movement instructor at Omega Institute. I offer workshops, classes and presentations throughout the US and Mexico, and am experienced with working with individual, small or large special groups.
I am also a RYT® 200 Hour Yoga Teacher with a specialty in trauma-sensitive yoga techniques, trained in the YogaFit Warrior Program, a Melt Method Hand and Foot Instructor, Journey Dance Facilitator, Laughter Yoga Leader, Mindful Change Coach, doTerra Independent Product Consultant, and a Certified Project Management Professional.
Adelle Brownlee Brewer
Adelle Brownlee Brewer is a 2nd Degree Black Belt Certified Nia Instructor + Trainer, Certified Transformational Breath® Facilitator + Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Reiki Sensei, Professional Fiber Artist, and owner of The Synergy Studio in San Antonio, Texas. She has been dancing and teaching in the field of art for over 40 years.
Adelle teaches and trains classic Nia, as well as Nia FreeDance. She leads Nia White Belt Intensives and Nia FreeDance weekend experiences, designed for those who want to dive deeper in the practice, as well as for those who wish to teach.
Adelle is a Transformational Breath® Facilitator + Trainer, leading and coaching people in individual settings, as well as groups and workshops.
She offers workshops and presentations throughout the US and Mexico, as well as demonstrations for companies and special groups. Adelle also works with patients in pain management, women dealing with sexual trauma and eating disorders, as well as offering private instruction for those who want a more individualized experience.
The Synergy Studio offers over 50 classes a week in Nia, Yoga, Pilates, JourneyDance™, HoopDance, Tai Chi, Transformational Breath®... the list goes on. The studio is home to Shakti Yoga Training Center, and also serves as an educational center for both Nia Technique as well as Transformational Breath™ trainings.
Notes About this Training
Start: Friday, September 25, 2020 - 9:00 am
End: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 - 4:00 pm
Signups for this training are being held on Eventbrite!


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Yue wrote:VERY impressive. Seriously. I don't think I could take someone that big.
There's like ten of them and they surround us. I kicked the smallest one in the face and knocked him over, then bolted the hell outta that circle.
DOM wrote:first of all nobody gets in so many conflicts with out doing there part to cause the the conflict.
DOM wrote:yes Pressure points/Dim mak is real.
DOM wrote:Kid is your cup all full all empty or just broke !!!!!!!
DOM wrote:Listen kid,you sound like your on hard drugs know body else.You come here spouting like your some kind of humble Tai Chi Master.A reincarnated Doa Mo or something.Give me a break.You pivated messaged me spouting how great and humble you are and you were even asked to be a Sensai by your instuctor at 12 years old but you had to humbly decline because you just did not want that kind of life! Are you for real???You have no idea what so ever,what the Title of Sensai or Sifue even remotely meen.You send me a few videos of two judo ka practicing a few Kata.Are ethir one of them you,or just a pic you found on the internet??You say these are your favorite teckniks and ask me to not show anyone who is not an instructor,please!!. Big deal so what,am I supposed to be impressed.Just two Judo ka practicing Kata,not even Rondori !!!And another thing you say how you like to stop fights with no injuries.Thats great and all but never likely. In fact the few picks of Judo Ka doing Kata you sent me were developed in battle against armed armored Samurai. What do you think there intentions were??????
Yue wrote:The truth of Phalanx's posts may be debatable
Yue wrote:Oh, I get it now. That works. I used that in combination with fajin and knocked over my sparring partner, who is a full head higher than me.
joeblast wrote::? phalanx, it sounds like you're trying to portray yourself as humble...by showboating your 'accomplishments'?
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Kitchen confidential: Aaron Lamot, ZydeCo
The secret to great cooking is... fresh ingredients. Local, organic produce is always best.
The secret to success in the restaurant business is... years of experience to learn how to manage people.
The secret to making ZydeCo's jambalaya is... using the freshest shrimp, chicken, and andouille sausage you can find.
ZydeCo's jambalaya
6 green peppers
6 red peppers
6 yellow peppers
6 yellow onions, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
15 chicken breasts
1 cup Cajun seasoning
10 lbs andouille sausage
8 qts chicken stock
4 qts rice
In a pan, brown the sausage. Then sauté the vegetables until translucent.
Add the chicken and sauté.
Add the rice and chicken stock. Cook until the rice is done.
Add the Cajun seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Serves a whole party!