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The first thing you need to know about flight tickets for pets is that not all airline companies are pet friendly. Even if an airline is pet friendly, it does not mean that the airport is pet friend as well. In addition, not all airline companies accept pets in cabin or even as excess baggage. Some airline companies will only take pets as cargo shipments (such as British Airways), while others won't take pets from or to certain countries.
If all this is not enough, there are airline companies that place embargos when it is too cold or hot.
Even if you find an airline company that will take pets, that sell flight tickets for pets, there might be a chance that your pets or their flight kennels may be too big for the airline's planes.
If you want to travel with your pets you will need to know the laws and regulations of the relevant airline companies and of all the airports involved (origin, layover and destination). Finding an airline that suits your needs might be very difficult.
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Everyone has had relationships go bad at some point that we wish had worked out. It's really hard to try and pinpoint what exactly went wrong, but the bottom line is that the connection just wasn't there for both of you. And, most people try to convince themselves that they didn't do anything wrong.
You hear that advice all the time…. "their loss" type of thing. And that may be true, and is always true in some respects. At the same time, there is always something that you did wrong as well, and you should spend at least as much time figuring that out as you do blaming the other person for why things didn't work out.
What Not to Do
Have you ever spent a lot of time with a new guy and the more you liked him, the more insecure you felt? That's the beginning of a bad pattern because what most people do when they start to feel intense attraction and they really want things to work out with someone, they start showing their insecurity.
Insecurity and neediness is a huge turnoff. About a year ago my wife's younger sister came to visit us but she also had a guy in our area that she was coming to visit. She had only gone on one or two dates with this guy previously. On the second day of her visit, she came back from maybe her third date with him and things had clearly not gone well.
Why Men Turn Off
My wife and I asked her about it and she told us that she had tried to talk with him about where he saw their relationship going and he "acted weird about it". When she revealed that I made the "yikes" face and then explained the problem with that. Hopefully you already know why that's a turnoff.
This is the exact same idea as when a salesman asks you if you need help with anything as soon as you walk into the store… it's just too soon. The first few weeks of dating someone new should just be fun; give him a chance to really get to know you and vice versa. You can't verbally convince someone to be attracted to you.
One of the biggest turnoffs is when someone tries to tell you why you should like them and be their boyfriend or girlfriend. That just doesn't work.
You should avoid the DTR(determine-the-relationship) conversation until you've both had a chance to really get to know each other and you know that he's into you as well.

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Pavia Denise Montejo Delgado ranked top 10 in the Elementary division of the 2018 March Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers. She graduated from De La Salle University – Manila. Here, she shares tips that she was able to practice during her LET journey.
1) Pray, pray, pray.
Everyday, I prayed for strength, guidance, and in my endeavors including the LET. I also prayed for every one else who'll be taking the LET. I went to different churches on the day before the LET. I also attended an anticipated mass.
2) Stay healthy. Take periods of rest and breaks. Drink your vitamins.
As you review, don't forget to rest and take breaks also. Reward yourself for doing your best while reviewing. I also have my list of vitamins, including memory boost!! With a healthy body and mind, you have that extra boost in topping and passing the LET!
3) Write, write, write.
As I reviewed, I took notes. As I re-read all the review materials, I wrote down those I know I needed to remember (including relevant keywords) because those were my areas for improvement and I needed to prepare myself with these topics because who know what will appear during the exam. I chose to write them because I know that writing things down will help me remember them. During the actual LET, I wrote on my test booklet (you can write on your test booklet) by encircling and underlining the relevant keywords of the questions.
4) Read, read, read AND understand.
Aside from my review materials, I also read over and over again the notes that I wrote down based from the review materials. I believed that this way, the information will retain in my head.
5) Notes under my pillow (YES!!)
I had a bunch of handwritten notes that I compiled and I placed them under my pillow. :))
6) Practice, practice, practice.
In MindGym's LET review program, there will be a lot of drills. Some questions from these drills appeared during our LET. It may seem tiring but I tell you, it's worth it!
During my drills practice, I record a 'time start' and 'time end' so that I keep track of myself, my pace, and my progress in answering the questions. Aside from that, I also have a target score in mind. I photocopied a lot of answer sheets so that I will be used to shading. It is by answering these drills that you will train yourself on how to approach the questions by rationalizing and during the LET, I cannot help but internally rationalize the questions. I was internally rationalizing because I was processing the question by knowing and looking what it asks for so that it would lead me to the best answer. Sometimes, all the options look viable enough to be answers but in the LET, the aim is to always find the BEST answer.
7) Use your context clues.
As I mentioned earlier, one of the key things I did during the LET were to circle and underline relevant keywords. These relevant keywords, in turn, helped me understand the context which leads to what the question would be asking you to look for or do. These relevant keywords will also help you to find the BEST answer. The key thing to note here is to read and UNDERSTAND.
8) On the use of Answer keys.
The MindGym drills would have answer keys but I suggest that you don't settle on them or don't be entirely dependent on them. After checking, you may opt to search the answers on your own via the internet or review books and cross-check with the answer keys provided. If you have clarifications, you can always ask around. You will remember and understand the new information better this way.
9) 'Lucky charms'.
I brought my lucky pencils sharpened by the MindGym coaches as well as an item that reminds me to 'believe that I can'. I also brought the MindGym affirmation card that I read everyday since the day that it was given to the reviewees. You may have your own set of lucky charms and it doesn't hurt to have that extra boost of motivation, reassurance, and peace of mind.
10) Visit your test center beforehand so you can plan your travel route.
11) I didn't open my notes on the day before the LET.
I like to think that it was the ultimate rest before LET as a reward for all the hardwork I've done. I still kept them under my pillow the night before LET though.
12) On shading.
During the LET, I wrote my answers on the test booklet first before I shaded the answer sheet. I would always double-check before I shade so that I won't miss any items.
13) Don't leave blanks. Sayang point!
Make your best educated guess. By educated guess, I mean, based on what you understood from what the questions asks for (context clues and relevant keywords).
14) Relax and take deep breaths.
It helped me calm down during the LET review because sometimes I get pressured or that I get too tensed on the information I'm reviewing. I didn't do much social media in the weeks leading up to the LET also so that I could focus; however, I keep my communication lines open because talking to my friends, whether about the LET or not, also helped me calm down.
15) Find your sources of strength and motivation.
For me, it was God, my family, friends, and reviewmates. I felt their support in my journey and I have them to thank as well for this accomplishment.
Good luck teachers, kayang-kaya niyo yan!! 🙂


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So, back to PPPHatch Plan B, my neighbour and owner of the lovely big fluffy Black Cochin decided that hatching eggs and sharing the resulting chicks between us was a good idea; she had a bevy of other broodies (I love Cochins but I'd forgotten what a pain they can be in summer) so while I was having fun in Holt she hatched Plan B.
Well, in fact it ended up as 'Plan B amended' . . . the initial idea was to obtain some Cochin hatching eggs, but unfortunately the Cochin breeder she visited had lost her flock to a fox attack, so my neighbour went in search of hatching eggs elsewhere and came back with a dozen mixed breed eggs. Faced with a clutch of eggs, one by one the new broodies had a reality check and decided they weren't interested!!!! However the lovely Black Cochin would-be mum was still determined. So after a fraught and stressful afternoon she was allowed to continue her vigil and sit on the knew clutch of eggs.
Now - please don't do this at home folks! Letting a hen sit for six weeks isn't to be recommended, but sometimes rules are there to be broken. Phone calls to various experienced hen-wives reassured us that if our broody was in good health we should let her carry on and go through another three weeks sitting. It was a risk, not least to her health, so we've been very careful to leave her undisturbed apart from ensuring she eats and drinks at least once a day.
I know that something has been happening behind that door this weekend, so let's have a peep inside . . .
The Black Cochin mum does look weary doesn't she? I do hope she's OK. This afternoon we hope she'll have a good stretch outside and a well deserved crop-full of food – and show us all her chicks :-) I wonder how many there are?
12.30pm Monday 4th June
10 eggs reached the full term of incubation
There are 8 healthy chicks; 1 chick hatched but sadly died shortly afterwards and another is looking frail.
Black Cochin Mum has stretched her legs and we've washed her messy bottom feathers (not the most pleasant of jobs but very necessary) she had a walk about in the sunshine and dust bath! It looks as if she is being a good mum – she has been encouraging the chicks that hatched first to peck mashed hard-boiled egg and chick crumbs. All the chicks are now snuggled under her clean dry feathers in a clean fresh nest in the larger end of cleaned-out coop. We've left the door open a little and she has chick crumbs, fresh mashed egg and water nearby.


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It had to happen, sooner or later, that I added a category of objects. Objects of desire. And it happened rather quickly. It makes sense I suppose, because style is about aesthetics, and being a bonafide aestheti-file, it is impossible to limit my appreciation only to outfits. I have to include, in this blog, design objects I consider mind-blowingly delicious. I cling to the opinion that good design is always an honest and beautiful manifestation of the designer's personality and view of the world, and believing that this is true, I would love to meet the creator of the gems fetured in this post's illustration. His style makes me swoon!
So without further ado: Behold the genius that is Andres Gallardo. His delicate yet beautifully bold porcelain creations have captured my heart, and I lust after almost every piece he has ever created. But mostly I lust after the Lion and Leopard bags, I have never seen anything like it before, and I think it is pure genius. It speaks to all my aesthetic happy-triggers. One day they will both be mine, Oh yes they will.


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It's great that you want to develop a deep bond with your girlfriend. It's what females want in relationships. Actually, it is also what most males want, too, though typically men and women seem to be most comfortable seeking it in different ways, points out Helen Fisher, Ph.D., anthropologist and chief scientific advisor of the dating website Chemistry.com. So Fisher was surprised to discover in an online survey that about 95 percent of both male and female participants chose heart-to-heart conversations and adventurous shared activities as keys to building intimacy.
Step 1
Maintain physical contact through touching, kissing, hand holding and hugging. When couples engage in any of these types of physical contact, the body releases the chemical oxytocin. The chemical increases trust and emotional bonding in passionate love as well as maternal love.
Step 2
Participate in shared activities. Tandem sky diving can be an incredibly fun bonding experience. If you aren't that adventuresome, take exotic vacations together. Other choices of activities to deepen your bond include dancing, partner yoga and meditation classes.
Step 3
Spend time talking about your feelings for her, your hopes, dreams and fears. Sharing such personal information makes you more emotionally vulnerable. When you are able to share this part of you and trust that it is taken in by your partner without judgment, it helps you to feel more connected to her emotionally. Most women understand that this level of sharing is something that most men are not comfortable with. Your willingness to be vulnerable with her also helps her feel closer to you.
Step 4
Engage in active listening. When you are actively listening to a partner, you are present in the "here and now" with her. You are not thinking about what you are going to say in response. You are giving her your undivided attention. This lets the partner who is sharing know that you genuinely care about her and feel that what she has to say is important.
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The Ruth S. Coleman College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a RN to BSN program for registered nurses in a convenient online format. Contact us for information about possible blended on-site cohorts.
The RN to BSN program prepares graduates for careers in professional nursing in a variety of settings. Students are admitted for fall and spring program starts after completing admission requirements. A transfer agreement with the Wisconsin Technical College System allows for transfer of 70 credits from Associate Degree programs. The curriculum includes courses in the arts and sciences and nursing courses which guide students in achieving expected student outcomes. Theory and clinical learning experiences emphasize evidence-based decision-making and application of knowledge. In the online format, all courses are online, accelerated six week courses that allow for program completion in as little as 16 months.
The RN to BSN program at Cardinal Stritch University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) www.ccneaccreditation.org/
The online Concurrent Enrollment Collaborative program partnerships with Gateway Technical College, Madison College, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Moraine Park Technical College and Waukesha County Technical College is designed to increase the number of BSN-prepared nurses entering a variety of settings in the workforce in Wisconsin. Completion of the ADN and BSN concurrently provides a strong foundation for entry-level nursing practice, advancement into leadership positions, and graduate studies.
Students admitted to the Gateway Technical College, Madison College, Milwaukee Area Technical College, or Waukesha County Technical College ADN program may also apply for admission to the Stritch BSN Concurrent Enrollment Collaborative Program. The program provides students with an opportunity to complete some ADN and BSN coursework concurrently, expediting completion of the BSN which in turn increases employment opportunities.
Students enrolled in the Concurrent Enrollment Collaborative program may complete their ADN with the majority of their BSN credits already earned, allowing for completion of the BSN degree from Stritch in as little as one semester after graduation and successful completion of the NCLEX-RN. The Concurrent Enrollment Collaborative program curriculum includes six week courses in the arts and sciences as well as six week nursing courses designed to guide students in achieving expected student outcomes. Students participate in theory and clinical learning experiences which emphasize evidence-based decision-making and application of knowledge. Students must pass the NCLEX-RN exam prior to completing their final BSN courses at Stritch. Information on frequently asked questions is available. The RN to BSN at Cardinal Stritch Univeristy program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) www.ccneaccreditation.org/
Online Orientation
Summer prior to Term 1: (Alternate option to decrease credits in term 1 and/or if Ethics is needed
SEM 103 Stritch Seminar for Health Professionals (3 cr)
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RN to BSN Concurrent Enrollment Collaborative (CEC) Program – FAQ
Q: How is the CEC program different from the Associate Degree in Nursing program?
A: Students in the CEC program are still in the regular ADN program; however, they are also concurrently enrolled in online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) courses through Cardinal Stritch University (Stritch). Therefore, ADN students that participate in the CEC program are working toward their BSN degrees at the same time as they are earning their ADNs.
Q: Who is eligible to participate in the CEC program?
A: Students enrolled in an ADN program with a partnering Wisconsin Technical College are eligible to apply for the CEC program. Students must meet admission requirements for Stritch's RN to BSN program and must maintain good standing in their ADN program.
Q: Why should a student consider Stritch to earn their BSN degree?
A: Stritch has a reputation for top-notch nursing education, with Stritch faculty consistently on the forefront of current trends in nursing. The Stritch RN to BSN program is fully online and streamlined to allow students the opportunity to complete their BSN degree as quickly and conveniently as possible.
Q: How long will it take to complete the BSN degree, if enrolled in the CEC program?
A: Students have flexibility in regard to how quickly they progress through the program and complete their BSN degree. Working closely with advising, students enroll in 3-9 credits of coursework at Stritch each semester, with 6 credits being the most common pace for most participants. Students that join the CEC program right at the beginning of their ADN could complete their BSN at Stritch in as little as one additional semester of coursework following their ADN graduation and RN licensure.
Q: Is Stritch's BSN Program accredited?
A: Yes. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Q: How and when can students apply?
A: Students that express interest in the CEC program will have their applications to their technical college also reviewed at Stritch to determine CEC program eligibility. Upon meeting all admission requirements, students are provisionally accepted to Stritch for the year and term of anticipated start of the program. Students must successfully petition to begin their core nursing/clinical coursework in their ADN program, and verify a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.33 on a 4.0 scale, to be fully admitted at Stritch and begin enrolling in BSN courses.
Q: What credits will transfer to Stritch?
A: Students submit official college transcripts for formal evaluation by Stritch's Registrar as part of the application process. An unofficial transcript evaluation can also be facilitated through the student's Admissions Counselor prior to completing a formal application for admission.
Q: Once accepted, will there be a program orientation?
A: All students are provided with an online program orientation. This orientation ensures that students have the information they need to succeed in the rigorous CEC program, connecting them to Stritch policies, advising and course enrollment procedures, and student support services.
Q: In what format are the Stritch classes offered?
A: All Stritch classes are offered 100% online in an accelerated, six-week format. Courses are asynchronous, meaning that students do not need to attend online lectures on specific dates or times each week. Online engagement expectations, including weekly course activities and assignments, are described with clear instructions and due dates to help students plan their weekly coursework.
Q: Are the Stritch BSN courses taken in a certain order?
A: Students MUST take SEM 103 (Stritch Seminar for Health Professionals) first. This course helps students transition to the role of online learner, and introduces them to essential Stritch services such as the online Library, tutoring, and more. Additionally, NUR 310 (Evidence-based Nursing Practice) must be taken before any of the other nursing courses (those that start with NUR). Two courses, NUR 420 (Population Focused Health) and NUR 430 (Change Capstone – always the final course in the program) require RN licensure prior to enrollment.
Q: Does Stritch's program include clinical activities?
A: The two courses that require RN licensure prior to enrollment (NUR 420 and NUR 430) include clinical learning activities. These are faculty-directed, project-based learning experiences that do not require direct patient care.
Q: What are the admission requirements for the CEC program?
A: Students must be admitted to the ADN program at a partnering technical college, and successfully petition for core nursing classes/clinicals. Additionally, students must demonstrate achievement of a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.33 on a 4.0 scale.
Q: When does Stritch issue an admission decision once a student applies to the CEC program?
A: Stritch follows a rolling admissions process. Once a student's application and supporting documents are received from their technical college, an admission decision is made and communicated promptly.
Q: What is the cost?
A: Accelerated, online BSN courses have a tuition cost of $550 per credit.
Q: Can financial aid be used to pay for the CEC program?
A: Yes. Financial aid is available and students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible with each new calendar year to maximize their eligibility for loans and/or grants. Stritch processes financial aid for students fully admitted to the CEC program. Students should designate Cardinal Stritch University (school code 003837) along with their technical college when completing their annual FAFSA.
SEM 103 – Stritch Seminar for Health Professionals - 3.00 Credits
The Stritch Seminar focuses on helping new and transfer students succeed in college by gaining competence in critical academic skills, confidence in self and others, and an understanding of the Stritch culture through engagement with the community and reflection on the Franciscan tradition. This is open only to students in online/blended programs in the Ruth S. Coleman College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
NUR 300 – Nutrition for Health - 3.00 Credits
This course introduces principles of nutrition for patients across the lifespan. Nutritional needs of patients experiencing health and illness and the impact of environmental, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural factors are addressed. Therapeutic application based on clinical reasoning in patient teaching is emphasized. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: NUR 310, SEM 103, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN: BL 112, BL 202, BL 203, CH 107 or basic chemistry, NUR 210.
NUR 310 – Evidence Based Nursing Practice - 3.00 Credits
This course introduces the research process and evidence-based practice in nursing. Interrelationships between theory, practice and research are discussed. Research is applied to clinical practice to improve quality, safety and patient outcomes. Legal and ethical considerations are examined. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: SEM 103 and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN: NUR 110.
NUR 405 – Information Management and Healthcare Technologies - 3.00 Credits
This course explores the integration of the clinical information systems for information management and analyzes health care technology's impact on care delivery for the purpose of achieving patient outcomes and improving safety and quality. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: SEM 103, NUR 310, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
NUR 406 – Promoting Optimum Health in Chronic Disease - 3.00 Credits
This course focuses on chronic disease processes and essential educational aspects needed to maintain and promote optimal health of patients experiencing chronic alterations in health. Risk factors, concepts and issues related to complex physiological and psychosocial alterations in patients are examined. Emphasis will be placed on professional nursing interventions and correlating patient education which facilitate optimization of health for patients living with chronic illness. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: SEM 103, NUR 310, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
NUR 414 – Holism and Diversity - 3.00 Credits
This course focuses on providing holistic care for diverse and vulnerable populations. The impact of nurses' personal behaviors, beliefs, values, and biases on the delivery of quality care are examined. Sociocultural, economic, legal, political, and historical factors influencing health care policy and health care delivery are explored. The interconnectedness of body, mind, emotion, spirit, culture, relationship, context, and environment on health are explored. The influence of the nurse's personal health, self-care, and self-renewal and how these factors affect patient care are analyzed. Integrative health care practices are introduced. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: SEM 103, NUR 310, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN: NUR 110.
NUR 420 – Population-Focused Health - 4.00 Credits
This course focuses on health promotion and disease prevention for diverse populations. Environmental health, epidemiology, prevention, and emergency preparedness are examined in the context of populations served within a community. Franciscan values are demonstrated through advocacy for vulnerable populations. Emphasis will be placed on promoting mental health and meeting the needs of populations experiencing mental illness. Clinical takes place in community settings where clinical prevention and population-focused interventions are areas of focus. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: NUR 310, SEM 103, Wisconsin RN license, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN: NUR 222 and NUR 224. Corequisite: BSN: NUR 310 and NUR 314.
NUR 424 – Leadership for Change - 3.00 Credits
This course examines leadership theories, trends, and issues in health care. The role of the professional nurse as a member of inter-professional teams in health care delivery systems is emphasized. Analysis of individual leadership styles and commitment to professional growth is completed to identify their role in facilitating practice excellence. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: NUR 310, SEM 103 and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN: NUR 412.
NUR 430 – Change Capstone - 4.00 Credits
This course provides the baccalaureate nursing student with the opportunity to demonstrate professional nursing roles through evaluation of evidence-based nursing practice, incorporation of change theory, and application of clinical and theoretical learning from previous nursing courses. Collaboration is promoted in planned clinical learning activities that stimulate professional communication and critical thinking to address a current issue/problem. Prerequisite: RN to BSN: SEM 103, NUR 310, NUR 424, NUR 300, NUR 414, NUR 406, NUR 420, NUR 405, Wisconsin RN license, and RN associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
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On June 1, Nissan Motor Company announced that it will reduce its manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the e-NV200 electric commercial van in Japan.
To offer the e-NV200 for a more affordable price that attracts more customers, Nissan has lowered its prices on all models of their electric commercial van.
Prices for the entry level two-passenger VX Van and VX Route Van have been reduced significantly by 586,440 yen from 3,880,440 yen to 3,294,000 yen. The five-passenger VX Van has been lowered by 465,480 yen from 3,991,680 yen to 3,526,200 yen. The five-passenger G Wagon has been reduced by 183,600 yen from 4,624,560 yen to 4,440,960 yen.
With these revised prices, and inclusion of the clean energy vehicle promotion subsidy of 264,000 yen provided by the Japanese government, the e-NV200 can now be purchased from around 3,030,000 yen.


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lazy perfection makeup brushes
luxury vegan collection
This collection of multi-use, multi-purpose makeup brushes proves that you don't have to sacrifice luxury, quality or results when you choose a vegan brush. Each brush is made with high quality and technologically advanced synthetic fibers that are finer than a natural hair and packed with 2.5x as many bristles as a conventional brush, resulting in a velvety feel and a seamless application. With tapered tips that won't pick up too much makeup and a weighted handle for extra balance and control in the hand, these brushes deliver a consistently subtle, natural makeup look.
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Lazy Perfection Beauty School offers lessons in makeup and beauty with a quick, simple, and effortless approach. Using the Lazy Perfection method, Jenny provides expert tips, easy-to-learn techniques, and honest product recommendations–all suited to your beauty objectives and lifestyle.


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Robert's Rules
Robert's Rules of Order have a bad reputation. Few people realize that these rules contain vital principles and guidelines that are essential for efficient, effective and fair meetings.
The original Robert was a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He published his "pocket manual" in 1876. The book rapidly spread all across the U.S. Everyone was happy to have a common understanding of how to run their meetings.
Over the years, however, Robert's Rules of Order became more and more complicated and confusing. The current version, Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, 11th edition, has more than 800 pages. It is not an easy read.
It is also true, however, that these rules contain some simple guidelines that can transform your meetings. We describe them here. A client recently told us that applying these guidelines had cut an average of 90 minutes from their board meetings.
We encourage every civic body, board of directors, council or commission to adopt Robert's Rules of Order and learn the essentials of how it functions. We offer those essentials in our book, Mastering Council Meetings.
We write about these essentials in our newsletter and blog entries. Our materials also describe other information that you need to know, such as who can make a motion and how abstaining may change a vote.
Search our site, subscribe to our publications, learn the key elements of Robert's Rules of Order, and enjoy the security of knowing that you are running efficient and fair meetings based on essential democratic principles.
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Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test 2018 result will be declared on 15th February. The result will be disclosed on the official website. This is the national level entrance exam, which is conducted by All India Council for technical education. After clearing this exam the applicant can get admission for MPharm courses across the nation. After clearing the GPAT the applicant can apply for the AICTE approved university/colleges. The exam was held on 21st January 2018 in the respective centers across the nation.
The GPAT is the basically an online examination conducted in a single session. It is conducted for the Bachelors of Pharmacy students. Students who are in the final year of Bachelor of Pharmacy are also eligible for applying in this examination. In the recent update on the official AICTE GPAT website, it can be clearly noted that the result will be declared soon.
The candidates can check their results in the following manner:-
1) Get on the official website of GPAT2) Click on the highlighted result link 3) Enter the details in the form4) Submit the details by submitting the form5) Check your result
If you are looking for the Best Pharmacy Colleges in India or if you need any kind of consultancy regarding it then just consult with us at Collegemela.com and get the genuine advice for your carrier.


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Mar 29, 2016
In October 2014 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) introduced new rules on the emerging market of equity crowdfunding. These rules are concerned with who equity crowdfunding companies can market their services to, and they were introduced in response to the unprecedented growth in the use of crowdfunding as a platform for investment.
To summarise the regulations, there are a few basic criteria that a person would have to fulfil to be eligible to take part in equity crowdfunding. Firstly, the person must understand what they are investing in and how crowdfunding works; secondly, the person would need to be able to demonstrate that they can afford the investment, and this can be done by establishing that the person is either: A) a high net worth individual, B) can be classified as a Sophisticated Investor, C) is under the recommendation of someone approved and regulated by the FCA, or D) can show that they are a Restricted Investor (i.e. they are not investing the entire sum of their available assets).
These rules are designed to make equity crowdfunding safer for the Crowdfunders; they allow investors to be safe in the knowledge that they are not being offered investments that they can't afford, while at the same time regulating equity crowdfunding companies more closely to ensure good practice and mutual benefit between investor and project. This in turn helps build trust between equity crowdfunding platforms and the Crowdfunders that use them.
Bricksave have begun the process of becoming an FCA regulated business, which we hope to achieve in the next 9-12 months. We have always been keen to operate under the FCA rules ever since we founded the business and believe that in doing so we will become a more secure and reliable platform for our Crowdfunders. We believe that these rules help emphasise the importance of a trust relationship between investor and investing platform. We also believe that the rules will encourage our investors to adopt the best-practice method of investing via crowdfunding, which is to invest small amounts in multiple projects and create a diverse portfolio, rather than putting all their money into one investment.
The result of FCA input in the equity crowdfunding market will make for a fairer, more transparent landscape, allowing investors to invest their money with complete confidence and security.
5-2 Wohnresidenz Zogernitz, Vienna
Vienna, Austria
5-2 Wohnresidenz Zogernitz, Vienna
Vienna, Austria
Estimated Avg. Annual Return*
1.8% - 3.8%
Property TypeApartment
Total Cost of Property€ 760,000
Investment Period4 years
Estimated Avg. Annual Return*1.8% - 3.8%
Total Invested€ 564,500
74% Funded € 564,500
Target € 760,000
Detroit, United States of America
Detroit, United States of America
Estimated Avg. Annual Return*
9.8% - 11.8%
Property TypeSingle Family House
Total Cost of PropertyUS$ 94,320
Investment Period4 years
Estimated Avg. Annual Return*9.8% - 11.8%
Total InvestedUS$ 49,750
53% Funded US$ 49,750
Target US$ 94,320
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*This amount is an estimate and should not be considered a guaranteed figure. The value of your investment can go up as well as down. In most circumstances the maximum duration of an investment will be 4 years.


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Wiltshire Film & TV Locations
Picture Perfect Wiltshire
Wiltshire is a favourite with filmmakers, taking centre stage in a whole range of productions from swashbuckling adventures to Jane Austen classics. Wiltshire continues to be popular with television and film crews, making an ideal location for anything from traditional period dramas to gothic horror films featuring Hollywood stars. Find out more about some of our film and TV locations below:
Sky 1's Agatha Raisin & the Quiche of Death was mostly filmed in Biddestone.
Bradford on Avon
Bradford on Avon's Tithe Barn and surrounding areas were used in the filming of BBC's Wolf Hall and for Robin Hood of Sherwood. The town was also used in the filming of 2009 film 'Creation' and more recently for the filming of The White Princess.
Castle Combe
Castle Combe is often voted the 'prettiest village in England'. A favourite with film makers this stunning village is located at the southern tip of the Wiltshire Cotswolds. The village has played host to many filming productions, the most famous of these being Doctor Dolittle filmed in and around the village in 1966, and recently the village had a major role in Stardust, The Wolf Man and War Horse. In 2016, Castle Combe starred in Doctor Thorne.
Corsham High Street doubles up as Truro in the first series of the BBC's most recent production of Poldark starring Aidan Turner.
The town featured as Casterbridge in the 1967 version of Hardy's Far from the Madding Crowd, starring Julie Christie, Peter Finch, Alan Bates and Terence Stamp. Scenes were shot in the Market Place, St John's Church, the Corn Exchange and the Shambles Market. Nearby Roundway Down is seen in Orwell's 1984 featuring John Hurt and Richard Burton.
Fonthill Bishop
The lake at Fonthill Bishop, near Tisbury was used for river scenes in the film Chocolat starring Johnny Depp.
Great Chalfield Manor
Great Chalfield Manor was used in the filming of Wolf Hall. The Manor's interiors stood in for Austin Friars, Thomas Cromwell's home. It is also set to appear in BBC's second series of Poldark.
The village of Lacock, with its cottages and inns dating back to the 15th century was the backdrop to the BBC production of Cranford. The village is much admired by film makers; the National Trust village and Abbey has played host to a variety of classic films and costume dramas including Pride and Prejudice, Harry Potter and the 2008 film production of The Other Boleyn Girl. In 2015 it featured in the BBC's Wolf Hall - the Abbey exteriors representing Wolf Hall, the Seymour family seat. In 2016, Lacock featured in Dr Thorne and was used as a location for The White Princess.
Longleat has been used for a number of film productions including a Bollywood production and was the location for the BBC's Animal Park. The House also featured in The Four Seasons, based on Rosamunde Pilcher's best selling novels The Shell Seekers and Coming Home.
Mompesson House
The National Trust's Mompesson House in Salisbury's Cathedral Close achieved celebrity status as the London home of Mrs Jennings in the 1995 Oscar-winning version of Sense and Sensibility, when the leading parts were played by Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet and Alan Rickman.
Old Wardour Castle
Old Wardour Castle experienced some modern-day drama when it was used for the filming of Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves.
This iconic location was used in the BBC production of Tess of the D'Urbervilles and more recently for Doctor Who and movies Thor and Transformers.
The magnificent gardens of Stourhead were used for the filming of Pride and Prejudice where Lizzie initially rejects Darcy's proposal of marriage.
Feature film 5 Greedy Bankers starring Ramon Tikaram and Pippa Haywood was shot entirely in Wiltshire, mostly in Tisbury.
Wilton House
The film on the life of Queen Victoria: Momentum Pictures' The Young Victoria, features Wilton House. Wilton was used to double for Rosenau Castle, Prince Albert's Coburg family home and Buckingham Palace.
The Double Cube Room was used in the cinema version of Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. This room was also used for ballroom scenes in Sense and Sensibility.
Wilton Windmill
Wilton Windmill was used for The Victorian Farm produced by Lion TV for the BBC series The Victorian Farm.


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Leopard geckos are fascinating reptiles which make excellent pets; however, they do need the same things as any other pet: plenty of love and care. This includes making sure that you provide them with a diet that keeps them happy, healthy members of your family.
In the wild, leopard geckos are insectivorous – their diet consists almost entirely of insects and bugs. You should feed your pet gecko the same sort of diet to keep them in good health. In fact, before you even adopt a leopard gecko as a pet, you need to be certain that you can supply them with the food they need. If your local pet shop deals in reptiles, then they may carry the food your gecko needs. If not, you can also shop for insects to feed your leopard gecko online.
To learn about the foods which you should feed your gecko, continue reading this article – we'll list some of the best foods (and one treat) for your new pet.
Before we begin, there's one important rule of thumb about feeding your pet leopard gecko you should know about – you shouldn't feed your gecko anything which is longer than its body or more than half as wide as its head.
-Crickets: These are relatively easy to come by and inexpensive. Along with mealworms, crickets can form the basis of your leopard gecko's regular diet. There are many different types of cricket available, but black crickets are usually the best. These insects are slower moving than some other species, so they're easier for your pet to catch and are also nutritious.
-Mealworms: These are also nutritious food for leopard geckos. Along with crickets, this is one of the best things to feed your pet. It is believed by many experts that geckos who are fed primarily mealworms tend to have longer life spans. The most nutritious mealworms for your leopard gecko and the easiest to digest are newly molted worms.
-Slkworms: These worms are more difficult to come by than are mealworms and are more expensive as well. However, they are a great addition to your leopard gecko's diet if you can find them – they are a great source of protein and nutrients. Remember not to buy these worms in large quantities however, since they live at most two weeks.
-Locusts: These large insects are great food for a mature gecko, though generally too large for a young gecko to be able to eat safely. These are somewhat expensive insects to buy, but are very rich sources of protein which should be fed to your leopard gecko occasionally if you can find them.
-Wax Worms: These are meant as a treat for your gecko instead as a staple of their diet. These worms are very high in fat and your leopard gecko will love you for feeding these to them, but in order to keep your leopard gecko in good health, don't feed them more than one or two of these worms per week.
How frequently and how much you feed your pet leopard gecko will vary depending on their age. A mature leopard gecko should be fed between four and ten insects (depending on size) every two or three days. A hatchling or young gecko which is still growing, however will need more frequent meals; four to eight insects or worms daily.
You should feed your gecko its meals all at once instead of spreading them out and try to feed them after dusk whenever possible – this is when a gecko naturally hunts, so feed them when nature intended and you'll have a happier, healthier pet.
We are Leopard Gecko enthusiasts who were tired of finding incomplete information about our pet Geckos. We enlisted the help of some serious gecko enthusiasts,breeders,owners, and veterinarians who helped us compile information for people who just wanted to know how to take care of their Leopard Geckos knowledgeably and safely. Please visit our website Leopard Gecko Food to learn every thing you need to know.


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Your screen is to small to play this free online game.
Would you like to play an awesome cleaning game? This one of a kind game is brought to you for free online. Skycraper Cleaning game is all about a cleaning worker trying to clean the windows, repairing the broken bricks and glasses and collecting the trash on a skyscraper. You've gotta be fast to collect as much money as you can in the time given. This game is played by mouse and keyboard, if you're good at using keyboard and mouse, you're more likely to succeed in this game. But, how do we play the Skycraper Cleaning game? First of all, you're asked to choose a character for the game. To move around with the elevator, you have to use the up-down-left-right arrows on your keyboard. To move left and right inside the elevator, use the A and S keys, this way, there'll be nowhere out of your reach. When you see a dirty window, you can clean it by using the spacebar. When you click on the broken window image on the right side of the screen and then click on the broken window in front of you repeatedly, you'll repair the window. When you click on the hand image on the right side of the screen and then click on the trash by the windows, you'll clean them up. To finish the game, you have to repair all the broken windows, clean all the dirt and collect all the trash in the time given. If you have any time left, you can use the brick image to earn more money. Have Fun!
Do you enjoy to clean up after yourself or others, and do you also like to play free online flash games? If you are in the same mood as us today, you probably would like to play the free online Skycraper Cleaning browser game right now. Am I right? ;)
Use your arrow keys to play this free online game. To move around with the elevator, you have to use the up-down-left-right arrows on your keyboard. To move left and right inside the elevator, use the A and S keys, this way, there'll be nowhere out of your reach.
According to FactMonster.com there are many fun skyscraper facts. The Eiffel Tower was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1889. It was built for the World's Fair to demonstrate that iron could be as strong as stone while being dramatically lighter. In 1929, auto tycoon Walter Chrysler took part in an intense race with the Bank of Manhattan Trust Company to build the world's tallest skyscraper. Just when it looked like the bank had captured the coveted title, workers at the Chrysler Building jacked a thin spire hidden inside the building through the top of the roof to win the contest (subsequently losing the title four months later to the Empire State Building). On a clear day, you can see four states from the top of Chicago's Sears Tower: Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan. To make sure your view is clear, the building features six robotic window-washing machines mounted on the roof. Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was completed in January 2010 and became the world's tallest building at 2,716 feet (828 meters) and 160 stories. It contains the world's fastest elevators, 20.7 acres of glass, and is expected to use about 250,000 gallons of water per day.
Note: In order to play some of our games, you need to activate Adobe Flash Player. Use our Flash Game Guide to figure out how.


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For the month of May, Melody Fusion is running a contest on who Posted the Best Profile Picture. You all know how important first impressions are, and that a picture sings a thousand words, so dust of that old camera, or get professional shots done! Picking the winner is of course a subjective determination, this will be done by the Melody Fusion Team on May 31, 2014.
There are some rules, of course there are :) You can read them in detail here.
Entering a Profile Picture on your own Profile is an Entry. Please note that this needs to be your own artwork, picture or drawing. Please do not plagiarize. If we find out you do not own the rights to the picture, you will be disqualified from the Contetst. Here is how to enter for this contest:
No Leader Board
There will be no Leader Board - it will be a bit more suspenseful this way :). We will update you all via the newsletter which is scheduled to go out every Tuesday.
The prize will be announced very shortly.
Winner Announcement
The contest will close at Midnight GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) on May 31, 2014. The winner will be announced on or around June 1st.
If any of you have questions, you can post a comment here. Let's Play!
- Team Melody Fusion


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Preschool fundraising can be a little tricky. The children are not yet old enough to sell products throughout the community, and they have no money to spend. So it is up to the parents. If the parents at your school are tired of doing extra programs and fundraisers, then selling Welch?s Fruit Snacks is the way to go!
The key to this fundraising for preschool is advertising. Parents cannot buy products they do not know about. The easiest way to inform parents is to send a note home with each child. Make a flyer with the following information:
--The dates of the fundraiser; when the sale will start and end.
--The type of items you are selling; write out each flavor.
--The price of each item.
--The nutritional facts of the items you are selling.
--The reason for the fundraiser; what are you raising money for?
--Where the items are being sold; will teachers have the products, or should they be bought in the main office?
Of course, word of mouth is also a great fundraising tool. As parents drop off and pick up their children from school each day remind them about the fundraiser. You can also post flyers on the doors. Get the word out, and you should have no problem raising money!


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'With great power comes great responsibility'. Those of you who've seen Sami Rami's 2002 Spiderman film may remember these warning words delivered by the web slinger's uncle shortly before his unfortunate demise. The Government must have been watching, as similar sentiments are now being voiced through the Localism Act and via a follow on consultation from the Department of Communities and Local Government (CLG) entitled 'Proposed policy statement for Part 2 of the Localism Act 2011'.
The Localism agenda brings a dramatic shift in power from central to local Government. Under the previous Government local authorities were assigned more and more mandatory responsibilities and performance indicators until they became little more than agencies for delivering central Government policies. Late in the day the Labour Government began to reverse this trend and devolve more powers to local authorities, a process accelerated under the Localism agenda of the current coalition Government.
But this devolution of power creates something of a headache for the Government. Implementation of many international, and in particular EU, responsibilities often needs measures to be actioned at a local level. Localism means that central Government can't simply tell local authorities what to do; so how can they make sure local authorities pull their weight?
The Government's solution to this quandary is a provision in the Localism Act that lets them pass any fines received for non-implementation of EU law onto local authorities if they are judged to be not pulling their weight. Although the UK has never been fined by the EU in this way (a process known as infraction) other counties have and the fines can be very serious. In a French fishing case the fine amounted to a €20m lump sum and an additional €58m every six months until the case was resolved.
The first policy area where this provision may impact is air quality. The UK's failure to meet legally binding EU limit values for the pollutant nitrogen dioxide have been well documented. Infraction action by the European Commission may start this year and could ultimately end with large fines being levied against the UK Government.
Local authorities, through the Local Government Association, have vehemently opposed this element of the Localism Act and continue to oppose its implementation. From an external observer's perspective though the broad thrust of the argument makes sense – local authorities don't have to do anything, but if they do not pull their weight they'll share the pain inflicted by the European Courts. The real concerns then lie in implementation, namely will the process by fair and practicable.
This is what CLG have tried to answer in the current consultation, which sets out the proposed process for sharing the fines. Core to the process is a policy of 'transparency and no surprises'. This involves the Government working closely in partnership with local authorities around the establishment and implementation of EU law and, crucially, does not seek to punish local authorities for (lack of) action prior to the establishment of the Localism Act.
The process of sharing fines would begin with the European Commission issuing a 'reasoned opinion' against the UK, the second step in the infraction process. At this point the Government would apply for a 'designation order' which would detail the authorities involved, the specific infraction case and the activities (powers and services) of the local authority covered by the case.
Crucially it would only be the actions (or inactions) of the local authority after the designation order had been served that would be considered in the sharing of any fines received. Essentially the designation order tells the local authority that there's a problem and their assistance is needed to resolve it. This process would appear then to address the first concern, that the process be fair.
The consultation document then sets out the proposed process to be followed if infraction action continues to the stage of fines being levied Here an independent panel would be set up to investigate the case and hear representations from all interested parties. The panel would advise relevant Ministers who would have the final decision on the share of the fine to be levied against each of the local authorities involved.
But is this process practicable? In complex cases such as air quality it would be very difficult to judge responsibility. The Government could, for example, suggest that a local authority should have set up Low Emission Zones to drive down pollutant emissions. However the local authority could counter that in the absence of a national Low Emissions Framework (used in countries like Germany) it would be far too complex and expensive to do so. In short the web of blame and counter blame would be extremely difficult for the independent panel to unpick.
The basic facts of the air quality case though are that measures by local authorities are essential in order to provide clean, healthy air in our towns and cities, and the current Local Air Quality Management framework has not been effective in uniformly driving action across the country. Whilst there's a big question mark over whether passing on fines is practicable it could, potentially, shake the laggard local authorities into action. But together with this 'stick' we also need a 'carrot'. Could this function be filled by the new public health powers being devolved to local authorities?
The CLG consultation runs until the 22nd April, click here to see the consultation document.


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Marathon Seafood Festival
Our annual premier event featuring fresh Florida Keys seafood, live entertainment and over 200 vendors. Come sea what its all about March 14-15, 2020!
Relocate to Paradise
It IS POSSIBLE to live & work in paradise here in the Islands of Marathon. Our Marathon Red Carpet Tours program is here to help you every step of the way; what are you waiting for?
Advantage Card
Enjoy some great discounts and special offers from fellow business-members. If you are a member of the Marathon Chamber and wish to participate in this FREE program, fill out this form and return to us. The Chamber Advantage Card Program not only gets our member's special discounts but by offering your own discount to our fellow 550+ members and their employees, you will drive more business to your store.
Alo Jewelers
20% off (excluding repairs, custom, batteries, and already discounted items)
The Art Studio
25% off for all emergency response and military. 15% off for all Chamber members.
The Angler's Closet
|10 % off merchandise for all Chamber Members.
Angler & Ale
|Complimentary 16 Oz draft beer with the purchase of a full price entree. Limit one per advantage card. Cannot be combined with other specials or discounts.
Aquaventures Eco Tours
|10% off tours for Chamber Members.
A Wax
25% Discount on window cleaning for your residential property for chamber members and employees thereof. (New Customers Only.)
Birkenstock of Old Town
10% off storewide, excludes Strida
Captain Hook's Marina & Dive Center
10% off all retail & services (excluding fuel & licenses). Not to be combined w/ any other discounts.
Category 5/Barrett Printing
25% off any full-color printing
Coco Plum Vacation Rentals
Free professional photography aerials where appropriate and $250-$499 off their deluxe marketing plan which includes the full Homeaway suite of sites plus Airbnb.
Classic Harbor Line
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Dental Solutions of the Keys
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Driftwood Pizza and Subs
10% off orders $20.00 and over. Not to be combined with any other discounts.
D'Asign Source
|25% off Coastal Source brand outdoor lighting, and audio, and also on D'Asign Source botanical plants.
Edward Jones/Sarah Cizmas
Complimentary portfolio review w/ portfolio organizing binder
Faro Blanco
|15% off at Lighthouse Grill or Hyatt Place or Marina Dockage *Not Fuel.
FL Keys News
305-743-5551 ext 30
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Islamorada Brewery & Distillery
10% off everything at the tasting room
Keys Federal Credit Union
.25% off your rate on a new auto, boat, or personal loan (subject to credit approval, restrictions may apply.)
Keys Fisheries
Free key lime pie dessert or Raspberry key lime pie dessert with the purchase of a meal.
Keys Fitness Center
10% discount off any daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly membership. Private trainer rates not included. Must present Chamber Advantage Card.
Marathon General Aviation
10% off our large selection of aviation and tropically inspired products at the Marathon General Aviation Pilot/Gift Shop. Excludes consignment items, books, charts, and sectionals.
Open daily from 7 AM to 7 PM
Marathon and the Middle Florida Keys Magazine
20% off advertising in the Marathon and the Middle Florida Keys Magazine
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Division And Classification Essay Topics: What Kind Of Problem May Occur During The Writing Process?
What is a division and classification essay?
Division and classifications a type of academic essay writing that requires the author to organize and explain information in a way that can be easily understood by a reader. For example making a general statement that says "People mourn the loss of a loved one in three different ways" and then proceeding to explain the different steps of the mourning process.
The division part of the essay writing process separate items into specified categories. Doing this can help make complicated subjects easier to understand because they are broken down into small groups. For instance, a complex discipline like the study of medicine can be split into different classifications such as neurology and psychiatry etc. Another example would be the fashion in which scientists separate rock groups.
When you are asked to write a division essay, it is your responsibility to create the new categories for division and explain your logic for separating the varying concepts. You do this using research that provides you with evidence of your categorization. For example you could study a sample group of people and make a statement about what categories they fall under. An example of this would be researching the types of people who are on well fare, and breaking them into groupings such as disabled, unemployed, or temporarily requiring assistance. Then, in your division and classification essay you will explain your justifications for these separations.
The Trouble With Division and Classification Essay Writing
A common challenge that many students realize when they are asked to compose this type of essay is figuring out a way to break up the group without making too many assumptions and generalization. It can be difficult to break ideas up into categories especially when some of the subjects share similarities and overlapping characteristics. The best way to overcome this is too look at the subject objectively. It is also a good idea to come up with very specific categories in order to assure there is no overlap.
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Jeff MacNeil and Paulina Meader have been dating for five and a half years. Jeff is non-native. Paulina is an Aboriginal woman from Membertou, First Nation, in Cape Breton, N.S.
Meader comes from a traditional Mi'kmaq family, culturally and spiritually. MacNeil never thought much about Meader's heritage before dating her and had very little contact with native people.
"I had very little experience with native people, but in elementary school I remember there was one native girl and we had heard that she was paid to go to school," MacNeil said. "In knowing Paulina's family, I learned that isn't true and its sort of the opposite – that bands actually sometimes pay schools for their students to be able to go there.
"It wasn't talked about in my schools or at home from what I can remember. I started hearing more of that and the negative stereotypes when I was with her. It's awesome that they invite me to take part in ceremonies and things like that. It's cool to be able to experience that stuff because I had never even heard of any of that kind of stuff before from anyone else or in school."
In the beginning, MacNeil worried that he was an outsider invading traditional ceremonies and worried he would do something wrong and offend someone. The community made him feel at ease.
"I've learned they're way more patient and accepting. It feels really good to be able to be a part of it."
Now MacNeil doesn't hesitate to ask his girlfriend about anything. He thinks that there should be more public education and history told from the First Nations perspective and that there should be memorials and museums about residential schools.
From a First Nations perspective, Meader has experienced discrimination, both direct and indirect. She has been called names and has been followed around in stores.
"I often find myself educating people on history, culture, or correcting stereotypes. I love that I have the opportunity to do that. The fact that non-native people care enough to ask is amazing because I know from my family that it hasn't always been that way," she said.
"Of course, there are still people that are not open to learning, but I find more often than not people want to know the truth behind things they've heard or why certain stereotypes and opinions form the way they do.
"As far as Native people go I've had non-native people tell me they were surprised to see how nice people were on the reserve. That is wasn't the slum full of angry, violent people they thought it was. This was always hilarious to me because I found Membertou to be safer and more welcoming than most other places I visited.
"Another would be about how native people are all alcoholics and drug abusers while 95 per cent of my family members are completely sober and live successful lives. Native are uneducated and lazy while my mother went to school and earned several degrees when I was a child. Most people in my family have at least one form of post-secondary education and include tradesmen, teachers, lawyers, nurses, social workers, engineers, business owners, managers, and executives. My family isn't unique either – so many of our people are hard-working, well-educated, and motivated individuals."
MacNeil and Meader describe their relationship as effortless. They work together as a team – financially, emotionally, physically and culturally.
Justine Lake, Meader's best friend, was born in a Christian community in Sydney, Nova Scotia. While growing up, she heard negative stereotypes about native people. In high school, she became friends with some native women and noticed more microaggressions toward the First Nations communities.
"There are some great people in my hometown but unfortunately there are also still many who are brought up being taught through stereotypes and hate," said Lake. "The most common stereotypes I heard about native people were that they liked to fight and were often referred to as 'savages,' that they were lazy and didn't want to get jobs. I also saw this in the media and often in old movies portraying Natives as 'Wild and Violent Indians.' Growing up they always seemed to show natives on TV either fighting, holding weapons or drinking.
"I feel like I slowly learned more and more about how terrible those stereotypes were through my relationships. I was young but had a lot of learning opportunities through my friends, family and from spending time in Membertou," Lake said. "I took some time as well to educate myself by researching residential schools at my local public library and I also started going to museum and cultural exhibits surrounding Mi'kmaq history in Cape Breton.
"My mother and I have always felt welcomed by the native community in our hometown. My father passed away a few years ago and many of the Membertou elders have prayed for us and sent us healing energy. Jane (Paulina's mother) and Paulina have always been there to be a part of our healing process and we appreciate them a lot for that."
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Does One Wise White Man Equal One Wise Latina?
The Judge Sonia Sotomayor Senate hearings have largely been a non-event. Some senators fawned, some pressed for clarification, and others cried, but the one thing we cannot doubt is that the Democrats have the votes to confirm her as a Supreme Court justice in August.
Throughout the questioning, Sotomayor equivocated, hedged, and obfuscated over a blatantly racist and sexist remark she once made: "I would hope that a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experiences would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn't lived that life."
Unfortunately, it was no one-timer. She reiterated these same views on several occasions over the years and, since the public became aware of her stance on the superiority of her ethnicity, support for her has plummeted. However, none of this matters in the context of the Alamo that is politically correct America.
In 2009, our society is so contaminated and corrupted by PC that when a person correctly identifies a member of a minority group as being a racist, they quickly experience a boomerang effect -- wherein the same charge comes careening back at them. This is illogical and sinister but remains an apt description of the present state of affairs.
Some commentators went beyond defending Sotomayor's character, as did one pundit on CNN. Washington Post contributing editor Cathy Areu took a more brazen approach than simple evasion. During a segment that should go down in the annals of media bias, a discussion commenced with three leftists appearing onscreen and not a single conservative to be found in the studio.
It concerned the presumed unfairness of Judge Sotomayor not being herself during the hearing. Ms. Areu not only informed viewers that Judge Sotomayor's answers were largely confabulations but also that there was nothing wrong with the incendiary proclamations she originally made.
The young journalist left no doubt that being a sick racist is not only socially acceptable but even in vogue: "No," she said in response to the host's inquiry as to whether Sotomayor really meant to back down from past statements. "As a wise Latina, I can tell you, no, she's not backing down. And she probably would want to say, not only do I mean a wise Latina, I meant any Latina could make a better decision than a white man could."
Few quips from mainstream media flunkies raised my blood pressure more than that one. Yet her dubious insight raises some obvious questions. First, what is the basis for the belief that any female Hispanic is smarter than any white male? Is there evidence for it? Second, do white males fair poorly when juxtaposed with scores from mentally retarded Latinas? Third, are Caucasians, on aggregate, the stupidest people on earth? Fourth, if not, would she place blacks and Asians in the category of untermenschen as well?
You know, the term "feminazi" has long been derided by the Left, but it is the perfect word to describe the woman who places her own ethnicity above all others. Of course, conservatives have long known that fascism is a movement of the political Left, so it is helpful that Ms. Areu came along to elucidate this truth for everyone.


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My favourite cleanser of the moment is the Pixi glow mud cleanser – it has a really unusual texture for a cleanser in that it feels quite solid. I find it works best as the second cleanse when skin is a little damp already as this gives it more slip so it doesn't drag on the skin. It feels amazing though, and leaves my face so so smooth without being drying.
Without a doubt, one of my favourite products is the Jade roller – I use it everyday, and it's one of those items that feels like a real treat for the skin. I pay extra attention to the jawline to try and make sure my skin isn't congested. Ahhh, it's just so nice and cooling. If I'm giving myself a proper facial then I always use this, and make sure any facial oil is worked in perfectly into the skin.
To finish everything off, I've been enjoying the Niod Hydration vaccine to give my skin an extra boost. To be honest, my skin could always do with a special boost of hydration so this is perfect for me. It's one step up from a serum but one down from a moisturiser, and works well to leave my skin especially smooth – almost like a seal to maintain any hydration. Clever stuff.
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Six-run ninth helps strong Hughes defeat Yanks
Righty throws eight innings of two-run ball before Twins rally for victory
NEW YORK -- It was exactly the kind of start the Twins wanted to see from Phil Hughes in his return to Yankee Stadium, but it looked like the right-hander was going to leave the Bronx empty handed with a hard-luck loss.
Hughes continued his impressive run of success, and the Twins rallied for six runs in the ninth inning -- five against closer David Robertson -- to escape New York with a 7-2 win in the series finale on Sunday afternoon.
Hughes, pitching against his former team for the first time since joining the Twins on a three-year deal worth $24 million in the offseason, turned in eight strong innings to register his eighth straight quality start and pick up the last-minute win. Hughes, 6-1 overall, is now 6-0 with a 1.99 ERA over his last seven outings with 39 strikeouts, three walks and just two homers allowed in 54 1/3 innings.
"It was a little bit more nerves than usual, but luckily I was throwing strikes early," Hughes said. "It was a half-inning away from being a different story, but the guys rallied there in the ninth. So it was a solid win for us."
The right-hander gave up two runs on just three hits and two walks with six strikeouts, but he insisted the victory didn't mean any more to him despite playing the first seven years of his career in pinstripes.
"I don't think it means more than any other start," Hughes said. "This game can be pretty cruel sometimes and I went through that last year, so I never take any wins for granted. So I try to view this as another win and a positive outing to keep it rolling. There were some emotions before the game, but the satisfaction postgame is equal to any other win."
The Twins got to Robertson in the ninth, as he blew his second save. Josh Willingham led off with a homer on a first-pitch cutter to tie the game, before Robertson walked Kurt Suzuki and Aaron Hicks to set the stage for a go-ahead RBI double from Brian Dozier with two outs.
"It was a bad day," Robertson said. "I fell behind on hitters, I couldn't make pitches with my curveball, I was just missing with my fastball, a little off or a little down."
Dozier was happy to provide the game-winning RBI, especially because it gave Hughes the win after his eight strong innings.
"He's been throwing the ball better than anybody in the league if you ask me," Dozier said. "He just gets ahead and fills up the zone. He's been doing a great job. So for us to come back like that and get him the win was big."
Eduardo Nunez followed with a two-run double off reliever Matt Daley after the Yankees intentionally walked Joe Mauer to load the bases, and Oswaldo Arcia added a two-run single.
"I knew they were going to walk Mauer, so I was just trying to get a good pitch to hit and do my job," said Nunez, who played with the Yankees from 2010-13. "I know the manager trusted me, so that's why he had me in there."
Hughes did see his streak of 178 batters without issuing a walk come to an end in the second, when he walked Brian McCann on seven pitches for his first free pass since April 20. But Hughes was able to get out of that inning unscathed, as Dozier turned an impressive double play with a sliding effort at second base.
Hughes wasn't as lucky in the fourth, as he gave up his first hit of the game on a leadoff triple by Brett Gardner off the wall in right-center field. Derek Jeter followed with an RBI single to right field before Jacoby Ellsbury singled and McCann walked a second time to load the bases with nobody out.
Hughes got Yangervis Solarte to pop out to short for the first out, but the Yankees took the lead on a sacrifice fly by Ichiro Suzuki to center field. But it was the only run he allowed after loading the bases, and he settled down from there, retiring the last 15 batters he faced before handing it off to Caleb Thielbar, who tossed a scoreless ninth.
"He established his fastball and used his cutter the first time through before mixing in some curveballs," Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said. "So that's what we've been seeing from him the last four or five starts. It's fun to watch. He's under complete control."
Right-hander Chase Whitley threw five innings for the Yankees, giving up one run on five hits with six strikeouts but was saddled with a no-decision.
The Twins scored their only run against Whitley in the third on a two-out RBI single by Trevor Plouffe, scoring Hicks. The Twins went just 1-for-5 with runners in scoring position against Whitley, including 0-for-3 in the second after Arcia singled and Willingham was hit by a pitch with nobody out.
But the Twins scored when it mattered most in the ninth, and they came away with their second straight series victory in New York after also taking two out of three last year.
"It was a big win for us," Gardenhire said. "To score six runs against that bullpen in the ninth was pretty impressive, and so was winning two out of three here."


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How office furniture makers tackled chemical transparency
The Right Chemistry
How office furniture makers tackled chemical transparency
Except for perhaps formaldehyde, chemicals were not a core sustainability issue for office furniture when the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) launched the chemical component of its sustainability standard in 2008.
When we decided to position BIFMA in the chemicals of concern area, we developed a two-step process for identifying chemicals of concern and eliminating them where possible. Since then we've seen the chemicals of concern world open up to include a range of stakeholders and solid progress made in understanding the chemical makeup of office furniture.
Here's a look back at where we've been, what we've learned and the challenges we see ahead of us.
Early work
We quickly learned how challenging it is to identify the chemicals in office furniture products. In 2008, several dedicated people led the effort to develop criteria for the Human and Ecosystem Health (HEH) component in the ANSI/BIFMA e3 Furniture Sustainability Standard. Chemistry and material health experts representing a number of interests participated.
It was a complicated endeavor: A simple side chair may appear to be made of only steel and plastic, but instead it's a complex structure of numerous base materials, additives, colorants and the like that can require information from several tiers down in a supply chain that may comprise 50 or more manufacturers.
Once the chemical composition of all the materials in a chair is determined, the hazards associated with those chemicals must be identified. The HEH workgroup focuses on four primary categories to help manufacturers identify hazards:
1. Persistent, bioaccumulative or toxic (PBT) chemicals
2. Reproductive toxicants
3. Carcinogens
4. Endocrine disruptors
The group compiled authoritative lists for each category and developed a screening methodology to remove chemicals and agents that didn't apply to office furniture.
After the chemicals in a furniture product are identified and assessed, the reduction and elimination work can begin. Product points are awarded only for elimination of each hazard category. The HEH workgroup knew that achieving these points would not be easy because of data limitations. Despite the challenges of working from limited data and lists, the effort's overall result was a substantially better understanding of office furniture's chemical makeup. Some achievements include the reduction or elimination of problematic plasticizers and halogenated flame retardants. This work also has provided a screening process when considering new materials.
Not so lonely
These days, the chemical of concern world doesn't seem as lonely as when our efforts began in 2008. Furniture customers now ask for compliance to various red or restricted lists. Some customers point to regulatory lists, such as California Proposition 65 or EPA's Managing Chemicals List, while others refer to lists developed by NGOs, such as LEED for Healthcare or International Living Futures Institute's Living Building Challenge Red List. Companies such as Google or Perkins+Will have developed their own specific lists.
More recent developments include the Clean Production Action's GreenScreen for Safer Chemicals, which provides a comparative method for chemical hazard assessment and the USGBC's LEED CI v4 Materials and Resources (MR) Credit 5 Building Product Disclosure and Optimization -- Material Ingredients.
Moving forward
In light of these developments, what should be BIFMA's next steps? That is the big question.
Problems still exist in gathering and maintaining chemical information for complex products. The current trend of disclosing the presence of certain chemicals in products only considers chemical presence and does not take into consideration routes of exposure.
What about the unintended use of products? While most products are used in commercial office spaces, some do go into home offices. Should we expect that someone could be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals by ingesting parts of our furniture products? As a parent of teenagers, I do not anticipate anyone chewing on my Aeron chair, but my home may not be representative of all homes.
To help address the dated standard and changing landscape, BIFMA hosted a Chemicals of Concern Summit last spring to bring the industry up to date on trends in identifying chemicals of concern and how to manage information. More than 100 attended the summit, including manufacturers from both inside and outside the office furniture industry, suppliers, academia, consultants, regulators and NGOs. Over the course of the summit, I had several a-ha moments.
1. The approach taken in the HEH section of the e3 standard is not outdated, but still relevant. Yes, the chemical list and limited hazard categories may not be as inclusive as others approaches but the overall approach still works.
2. The office furniture industry is not in this struggle alone. The push towards chemical and hazard transparency is felt by many product categories. Manufacturers that make carpet, drywall, ceiling tiles, electronics or windows are all called to share this information and we share many of the same suppliers.
3. Thought leaders in academia, governmental bodies and NGOs want to partner with us.
BIFMA has met to discuss possible strategies and the associated issues. These concerns range from protecting suppliers IP, practical solutions for the small and medium-size furniture manufacturers and the finer details associated with chemical transparency demands, such as chemical residuals, impurities, recycled content and batch-to-batch variations.
Soon we will open up the conversation to any stakeholder that would like to participate in the chemicals of concern endeavor. The fundamental building blocks in this effort are education and supplier participation.
Five years ago BIFMA took a big step and into a leadership position regarding sustainability and more specifically chemicals of concern. We still have a long way to go and many problems to solve but it is heartening to know that this time, in an effort to maintain a leadership position, we are not alone.
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Just a quick note for those of you who like to see MFWY news here rather than on Facebook.
We are no longer going to stock Brassard Orlec so clearing it at less than half price. This yarn is not being discontinued by the manufacturer and will continue to be available from other UK stockists. You can find the reduced stock here. https://www.myfineweavingyarn.co.uk/clearance/orlec.html
Later today (2pm) I will be adding some discontinued shades of Ashford Tekapo also at less than half price. This yarn is not repeatable. More information in the Clearance section of the website.
We have some new yarns arriving as we try and supply weavers with a good selection of repeatable yarn. I plan to add some recently arrived new yarns to the web shop this week.
The pictures below are work in progress by Valerie using some of our 20/2Nm silk. Photos of the finished scarves to follow.


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OK, I am just going to come out and say it, I'm hooked on TED talks. For those of you who have not yet been moved, inspired or brought to tears by a TED talk I encourage you to jump on board. In 3-18 minutes, some of the biggest thinkers in the world will tell you their stories and maybe just move you to do something BIG. Still wondering what it is all about? Take a moment to follow this link to an article I read about TED talks in Southwest Airlines' Spirit magazine. You can also download a TED app to your smart phone. From here you can click "inspire me", indicate how much time you have and then just sit back and listen. After doing just the same, I came across this TED talk from Laura Trice on the importance of saying thank you. Take a listen. It's only 3 minutes. Oh, and by the way, thank you!
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