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Friday, July 31, 2015
Using the Bible as our Core for Home School
I am running late in home school planning this year, which is fine since God had me do a 180 in our studies for the upcoming year. I always pray about what He will have us do with our schooling for the year. Reviewing wonderful curriculum and books gives me such a vast amount of resources to use, and there is no way I can get through all of them to completion. I definitely want to share with you the ones that we are working with this coming year so you know that they were ones we really clicked with enough to keep going!
By doing a 180, God is having us use the Bible as our core this year. Typically we have the 6 subjects, and we still will.. but the Bible will infiltrate all of them. We are starting Old Testament and will be reading together each morning. I was so blessed to find a curriculum Bible Road Trip that is FREE.. yes, you read that right FREE. Now I loved it so incredibly much, and couldn't believe she would do all that work for free, so I chose the option to purchase the instant download for $20. Still an awesome deal. I don't feel versed enough in Old Testament History and this is going to be the spine for our studies.
It has an excellent set up and works for all ages. We will be using the Upper Grammar for the most part with my 2nd, 5th and 8th grader. Easing up on the 2nd grader with some of the writing projects. With my 11th grader we will use the Dialectic group as he that seemed to fit in better with our needs. I am printing out the notebooking pages as we go, which again are offered FREE!
Additional Books we got for supplementing the reading material
What the Bible Is All About Handbook for Kids: Bible Handbook for Kids
Reproducible Maps, Charts, Timelines and Illustrations
There is a heavy focus on missions in Bible Road Trip, which is one reason we loved it. We will be focusing on specific missionaries also as they may relate to the area of the world that we are studying. So the Bible is having us read the word, and understand how there are so many people groups who still need to hear about Jesus Christ. Our mission emphasis will try to go along with what is suggested in Bible Road Trip as well as adding other missionaries we have been wanting to learn about.Some excellent books we bought for Missions study were
Operation World: The Definitive Prayer Guide to Every Nation (Operation World Set)
Window on the World: When We Pray God Works
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I already had a few books in my collection that will fit in great as well. I am sure as I continue to browse my shelves there will be more, but for today.. here are the ones I found.
Prayers That Changed History: From Christopher Columbus to Helen Keller, how God used 25 people to change the world
Missionary Stories With the Millers (Miller Family)
Tales of the Not Forgotten (Storyweaver)
Tales of the Defended Ones (Storyweaver)
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We are going to be utilizing the missions emphasis and dive into some more Geography and country studies this year. Another program we used last year that I downloaded was Expedition Earth.
We will continue to use that for lapbooking some of the countries. And some of our other lapbook supplies will come from Homeschool Share. You must check out this site and search for a huge selection of FREE lapbooking supplies and other great studies. We use it every single year. I also have several books on maps both Bible times and now that will help us in both the Geography and History components.
To add to our History component of the Old Testament I bought Homeschool in the Woods Old Testament Activity Pak. This will give the younger kids some more hands on activities to reinforce what we are learning in the Word.
My older son, 11th grade needs something a bit more 'meaty' for history so we are going to be using Ancient Civilizations & The Bible along with the CD set. My second son used this series for one of his classes and really loved it. It is a great way to dig in a little deeper to Ancient History.
So there we have Bible, Geography, Mission Studies and History. Of course other of our basics will flow from this as well like Reading, Creative Writing, and Spelling.
It is so awesome to have the Bible as our core and to bring all of our other school from that. I am really excited about getting my plan all done. I love Homeschool Planet that I review earlier this year, and am feeling totally on the ball organized for the first time in like forever!
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Wednesday, July 29, 2015
UnLock Math *Review #homeschool
UnLock Math is like bringing the math teacher right into your own home. No need for Mom or Dad to go through the lesson and try to stay one step ahead of the student. With UnLock Math Alesia Blackwood gets your kids excited about math again!
My 8th grader isn't a huge fan of math. He will do it, but typically with my sitting right by his side and going through it with him. With younger kids to teach, that was really difficult last year. We started UnLock Pre-Algebra this summer for review and I was able to get him set up and leave! I let Alesia do her thing and I was just there to tell him how many sections I wanted him to do.
Alesia is an excellent teacher. We do have some math programs that come with a supplemental CD you can purchase, and those math teachers are so dull. I am not kidding, they went out and purposely found stereotypical math teachers. Alesia is anything but that! Young, fun and excited about Math she takes each section and goes through each part systematically and thoroughly.
Canyon did have me help him with the challenge portion, and that was probably his least favorite part. Once he got to that point he wasn't overly interested in learning about critical thinking in math. I however always loved those type of problems as a kid!
You do not have to finish a section before going on to the next. That was great for us, as sometimes Canyon didn't want to do the Challenge question and I still wanted him to move on. It doesn't show that all the sections are complete unless you do them all, but you can work out of sequence if you choose.
The also have Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 in the same style. What an excellent way to have the kids learn Algebra without Mom having to be stressed out!
Canyon loved the huge white board that Alesia used and wanted to figure out how she did that! She was able to write and erase and it all looked so crisp and clear. His little engineer mind was curious about the technology.
If you have questions or need help, UnLock Math is very easy to get ahold of. They sent me a couple emails during the review time to check in and that was really helpful.
The pacing guide was very helpful in knowing how much Canyon should do each day. It was easy to add more on in the beginning of the lessons as they were more of a review for him. I didn't want to do too much and overwhelm him. The pacing guide helps give you an idea of how long each unit should take to get through. I am using this guide to preschedule what he will be doing when we start back up with school in a couple of weeks.
We will be finishing UnLock Math Pre Algebra with Canyon for this school year. I find that it really is the best fit for him to have a teacher, and have the opportunity to move through the sections at his ease.
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Monday, July 27, 2015
Shadows of Ladenbrooke Manor by Melanie Dobson *Review
When Heather Toulson returns to her parents' cottage in the English countryside, she uncovers long-hidden secrets about her family history and stumbles onto the truth about a sixty-year-old murder.
Libby, a free spirit who can't be tamed by her parents, finds solace with her neighbor Oliver, the son of Lord Croft of Ladenbrooke Manor. Libby finds herself pregnant and alone when her father kicks her out and Oliver mysteriously drowns in a nearby river. Though theories spread across the English countryside, no one is ever held responsible for Oliver's death.
Sixty years later, Heather Toulson, returning to her family's cottage in the shadows of Ladenbrooke Manor, is filled with mixed emotions. She's mourning her father's passing but can't let go of the anger and resentment over their strained relationship. Adding to her confusion, Heather has an uneasy reunion with her first love, all while sorting through her family's belongings left behind in the cottage. What she uncovers will change everything she thought she knew about her family's history.
Award-winning author Melanie Dobson seamlessly weaves the past and present together, fluidly unraveling the decades-old mystery and reveals how the characters are connected in shocking ways.
Set in a charming world of thatched cottages, lush gardens, and lovely summer evenings, this romantic and historical mystery brings to light the secrets and heartaches that have divided a family for generations.
My Thoughts
I LOVED this book! I just love when an author can weave history and contemporary stories together and have that fine link between the two that we are trying to discover. I love the intrigue and mystery behind it. I love historical fiction to help me be zipped back in time. They have always been a favorite of mine. The setting of the English countryside made me want to go and visit.
I really liked that Heather was 'older' as the main character. She had been divorced and her daughter recently married. I loved that she returned and there was her 'first love', who just happened to be widowed. Can't beat a great love story, mystery and fantastic pictures of a small town to make for a splendid read! I actually plan to read it again, as I read it almost too quickly the first time and didn't want it to end!
About the Author
Melanie Dobson is the award-winning author of 14 historical romance, suspense and contemporary novels. Two of her novels won Carol Awards in 2011, and Love Finds You in Liberty, Indiana won Best Novel of Indiana in 2010.
Dobson received her undergraduate degree in journalism from Liberty University and her master's degree in communication from Regent University. She worked in publicity and journalism for more than 15 years, including two years as a publicist for The Family Channel. Prior to launching her own public relations company in 1999, Melanie was the corporate publicity manager at Focus on the Family.
Dobson and her husband, Jon, enjoy living in the Pacific Northwest with their two daughters. When she isn't writing or playing with her family, Dobson enjoys exploring ghost towns, line dancing and reading historical fiction.
To keep up with Melanie Dobson, visit www.melaniedobson.com, become a fan on Facebook (Melanie-Dobson) or follow her on Twitter (@MelBDobson).
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All Around this World: Africa *Review
All Around this World helps kids and their families explore various cultures through music.
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"The All Around This World Africa Double CD set featuring 32 of your favorite family-friendly African songs is now available for your purchasing pleasure. I mean, not just available like "you have to come to music class in Philadelphia to pick one up," but available like, YOU CAN ORDER ONLINE! At this moment the physical CD is only available on the CD Baby website ($18.99 plus shipping) but very soon you'll be able to buy it through Amazon and other online retailers. You can also buy either of the two CDs individually — West, Central and South, and North and East, as digital downloads ($9).
Why buy a physical CD instead of just ordering digital downloads? I'm glad you asked! The double CD set comes with cool exclusive album art that includes perks like musician credits, lyrics, and a really cool little version of the AATW: Africa African musical map that shows you where the songs on the CD originated."
This is an awesome bonus! I love having the kids listen to a song and see exactly where it originated.
All Around this World Africa takes a look at music from all regions of the continent. I love how it is divided up and the sounds are unique in each area. When we think of Africa we tend to lump it all together as one place. Each country is unique and distinct and the African music and instruments show that.
This is great for homeschoolers as well as in the classroom.We plan on studying a different country each month. We will hopefully hit on a couple countries in Africa, in different parts of the continent. We will definitely be utilizing Around the World Africa for our music!
This is an awesome bonus! I love having the kids listen to a song and see exactly where it originated.
All Around this World Africa takes a look at music from all regions of the continent. I love how it is divided up and the sounds are unique in each area. When we think of Africa we tend to lump it all together as one place. Each country is unique and distinct and the African music and instruments show that.
This is great for homeschoolers as well as in the classroom.We plan on studying a different country each month. We will hopefully hit on a couple countries in Africa, in different parts of the continent. We will definitely be utilizing Around the World Africa for our music!
The All Around This World Facebook page also features regular updates and cultural activity ideas relating to the music: https://www.facebook.com/AllAroundThisWorld
Help make the world much smaller by supporting the "1000 Classroom Campaign" to launch "Explore Everywhere," Around This World's ambitious new global music and world cultures online learning program for kids and their families. "Explore Everywhere" will give kids ANYWHERE, from all economic backgrounds, unlimited online access to inspiring global music and engaging multicultural lessons that will help them open their minds, and their lives, to "the great out there."
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Thriving in Babylon by Larry Osborne *Review & Giveaway
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Meet a man forced to live in a fast changing and godless society. He faced fears about the future, concern for his safety, and the discouragement of world that seemed to be falling apart at warp speed.
Sound familiar? His name was Daniel, and with the power of hope, humility, and wisdom, he not only thrived, he changed an empire while he was at it. Though he lived thousands of years ago, he has a much to teach us today.
Even in Babylon, God is in control.
In Thriving in Babylon, Larry Osborne explores the "adult" story of Daniel to help us not only survive - but actually thrive in an increasingly godless culture. Here Pastor Osborne looks at:
-Why panic and despair are never from God
-What true optimism looks like
-How humility disarms even our greatest of enemies
-Why respect causes even those who will have nothing to do with God to listen
-How wisdom can snatch victory out of the jaws of defeat
For those who know Jesus and understand the full implications of the cross, the resurrection, and the promises of Jesus, everything changes---not only in us, but also in our world.
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My Thoughts:
For the time and place we live now, this book is an outstanding example for us. Daniel really lived in about the worst time and place ever. Though we are heading that direction, we are still free to worship, and read the Word. Daniel had so much to overcome and he was able to do it by realizing that God had his hand in everything. Clearly seeing this was "the foundation upon which his hope, humility, and wisdom rested."
The book takes a look of these components of Daniel.. Hope, Humility, and Wisdom. Looking at how Daniel handled situations in the fallen world, and utilizing him as an example for how we are to live similarly.
I have high lights galore in this book! Such a great look at how we should be responding to the things going on around us now. The world is getting darker, but our light is still to shine.
Daniel's hope had nothing to do with wishful thinking, it instead relied on his knowledge of God and how he knew that God was in control. We have the book of Revelation, we know how the story ends! We win, and Satin and his demons are cast into the lake of fire. That gives us hope and joy.
Daniel also had humility. He had self esteem, was ambitious, and served others. Daniel had to be respectful of one of the worst kings ever, because God commanded him to. Daniel wasn't in it for the short term, he was interested in following God to the end.
Widsom is rooted in the fear of the Lord for Daniel. He also understood that godless people lived godless lives.
Excellent book on many levels and it will be a great read for those feeling at a loss in our world.. Babylon.
About the author:
Dr. Larry Osborne has served as a senior pastor and teaching pastor at North Coast Church---one of the ten most influential churches in the country---since 1980. Dr. Osborne is the author of numerous books, including Accidental Pharisees. He and his wife live in Oceanside, California. They have three grown children.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Project Passport World History Study: Middle Ages *Review #Tos
History and I aren't the best of friends. Maybe because I grew up in the time of history being an old teacher reading a dry, boring text book.. picture Charlie Brown listening to his teacher. All I remember is whaaaa, waaa, wuuu, wuu, wa!
I so want to make history fun for my kids and quite frankly myself. If it is boring I am pretty sure I will skip it. Just being honest. When time gets busy, the most boring things go first.
Home School in the Woods has a outstanding history program called Project Passport World History Study: Middle Ages. There is also Ancient Egypt, and Renaissance and Reformation.
This product is a digital download, or you can purchase it on CD. Both Mac and PC compatible.
So much more than lapbooking! This History program gets you right in the thick of learning, and having fun while doing it. Middle Ages has 25 Stops along our journey. You move through each Stop at different paces. The first few take a little longer as you get your binder and time line set up. You will be printing quite a bit the first few stops so make sure to get a new ink cartridge before you start!
Also be sure to check out the introduction, travel trips and additional resources to find out a wealth of information before you get started. There is a little preplanning involved and this is a great place to find some of those things.. like an ink cartridge!
Stop #1 took us several days. Just so you don't get scared off. We had a lot to do with printing out time line figures, passport, a medieval newspaper, and more. You are basically getting prepped for the other starts so think of it as getting all of your luggage and paperwork in order before you travel. Since we are more in a summer mode right now, we were able to take a little more time when we sat down to study the Middle Ages. In a typical school day I don't think we would have got nearly as much done. I love that you can easily stop and start based on what your schedule is.
You continue to lay a 'foundation' through Stop #3. Loads of fun making postcards, maps, and putting the historical figures on our timeline. We chose to just do one timeline rather than 3, for ease on my printer. I used this with my 7, 10 and 13 year old together. We also just had one medieval newspaper and took turns writing articles (like a real newspaper). I did have the kids do their own postcards and maps though and we kept them all in their 3 ring notebook. I suggest you get one for each child to keep all of their supplies. There are many papers in this program and you will want a way to secure everything.
The guide uses icons to let you know when their is a sample picture you can look at, when to use your newspaper, and snapshot moments. It is very well organized and once you get all of the foundations down you really can work through it efficiently.
I love that there are crafts for several of the stops. My kids love the crafts! I looked ahead so that I could find some of the supplies, like Marzipan, and green felt. Easy to find things that if you look ahead, can be prepared for.
Each stop has a Guide Book Text where you can read about your stop, set the stage so to speak for the upcoming projects. I love that I don't have to research anything, simply read it to the kids.
After we do the Guide Book we look over the Travel Itinerary which is where the meat of the study is. All of our lap books, newspaper articles, crafts, lessons are here. This is a good section to print out and put in your teacher binder. It also tells you which things you need to print and use for this Stop. There are links for each print out you need and they are labeled to make it easy to find them.
Some of the Stops have an audio portion that you can listen to. These are really fun and add another dimension to learning! Great to listen to and you can download them and put them on your mp3 player.
Absolutely outstanding program! The kids and I loved it. We will complete this study and then be back for more from Home School in the Woods. It works for us on so many levels and with a variety of ages. I can't ask for anything more!
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Monday, July 20, 2015
Homeschool Planning
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Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Homeschool Planet Online Planner *Review
Homeschool Buyers Co-op has given me access to Homeschool Planet for a year of planning. I love to plan. I love paper planners, fun pens, filling in all the spaces, making sure everything lines up and looks perfect for our school year. I also tend to ditch them after a week or so.. simply because they weren't working for me. Once on paper, hard to move things around, or change.
I was reluctant to jump into Homeschool Planet because so far I haven't had much more success with online planners. Really in the past it just led me to be online more, and more easily distracted.
Homeschool Planet is Awesome! I finally feel like I found something that is going to work for me! No paper, or fun pens or washi tape and decorations.. but so much more than that in organization that I really super excited to share with you.
Firstly there is a 7 minute introductory video, and I recommend watching it. If you aren't typically a planner it may look a bit overwhelming. It really is very organized and easy to use.
There are a couple modes to view and work in. The first, below is Calendar mode. And you can see on the far right I have it set for everyone. You can change that to a specific person, and even print it out for them to use and check off as they go. This feature is going to be perfect for me to use this coming fall when I really need my middle boys to be more self sufficient, yet reporting back to me.
You can choose to look at it daily, weekly or monthly.
On the far left you can see my family input-ed in. I have the older boys in there now to put in their work schedules. This is put in so that I know when they are working and it overlaps with other events going on in the family. I will remove the oldest this fall when he is off to college, and input college classes for the 2nd oldest.
On the far right you can see some widgets under Co-op news. You can choose which widgets you want there including daily bible verse, shopping list, weather, To Do list and much more. This helps tailor it to your likes. There are more widget spaces available at the bottom as well. This is an area I would love to see expanded with a note taking section or other fun widgets.
In the planner mode you can see where I have put actual assignments in for Canyon in Unlock Math. I can set it to give Unlock Math each day without assignments, but with the assignments he then can check them off on the sheet I print out, and then I go and check them off on Homeschool Planet. That way we know which specific assignments got done. This is a fine tuning way of planning and it will be very helpful for me this fall. We typically have just written down the name of the subject without an assignment and it makes it much harder for me to keep on track.
When you schedule assignments, and you fall behind, you will get a screen like the one below. Love this feature!! Canyon was sick with strep throat this week and got behind in math. I can choose from the choices on the far right for each of his assignments to either bump them forward or move on. Carrying them forward makes life so much easier with this planner. No need to cross things off and try to squeeze into a paper planner when something comes up to take you away from your 'traditional schooling' for the day. I can't say enough about how great this feature is!
I choose to get a daily and weekly digest sent to my email from Homeschool Planet. This gives me an idea of what is on my calendar for the next week. Just a heads up directly to my email before I even log in to see what I have scheduled.
I have chosen to just log into the program myself, rather than let the kids mark their assignments off. You can choose to have them log in and mark things if it helps you.
Being able to print off assignments gives them an idea of what is expected without them getting lost in cyber land!
Homeschool Planet allows you to do show reports. Grades, transcripts, assignment lists. There is even a grading helper if you choose to assign grades to various assignments.
Homeschool Planet is outstanding and I am really excited to add more to it as I plan for the upcoming fall semester.
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Everyone can use some inspiring from time-to-time. And, the "Fun Ship" Inspiration will provide all the motivation for relaxation you need. The "Fun Ship" Inspiration provides the canvas for an amazing week of recreation and relaxation. From the Swimming Pools on deck -- to Fantastic Dining, Entertainment, and Spa Carnival indoors -- there's always plenty to experience on-board. You'll encounter a variety of endless fun that is truly inspired. Even if you choose to do nothing at all. Book your cruise aboard the Inspiration today. We'll be happy to show you how fun is done.
Aboard the Inspiration there are no boundaries to our activities. This is the only place where getting lost will become the best things that has ever happened to you. Enjoy basking in the multiplicity, there's no need to be contained.
It's always a culinary event in our formal dining rooms. We've set the table for a first-class dining experience, including: fresh lobster on every cruise, an extensive wine list and attentive service.
For more intimate dining, many ships feature a reservations-only supper club with a Manhattan-chic setting and a menu that includes steakhouse favorites. Every meal is a celebration in our reservations-only Supper Club.
From the extravagant midnight buffets (on select ships), to the European-style cafes, sushi bars and 24-hour pizzeria, you'll discover a myriad of palate-pleasing favorites that even the most discriminating diner will enjoy.
We didn't forget about our youngest cruisers. Our children's menus feature plenty of kid-pleasing favorites including spaghetti and meatballs, hamburgers, hotdogs, pizza, assorted desserts and much more.
This Super liner boasts many popular nightspots like the Rock & Roll Dance Club. Or take in a lavish Las Vegas-style spectacular in the two-level Paris Lounge. Our ship is equipped to accommodate a wide array of music, a great selection of lounges and bars to suit all, and a Casino to satisfy the risk taker at heart. If you can't find anything upon this ship to fit your preferences, it hasn't yet to be invented. Enjoy an intimate moment strolling the starlit deck. It's your night.

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"U.S. Elevates India to Strategic Trade Authorization Tier 1 Status, Easing Future Dual-Use Exports"
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August 2, 2018 – On July 30, 2018, the United States Department of Commerce announced that it would elevate India to the Strategic Trade Authorization ("STA") Tier 1 list, providing India with the same trade benefits afforded to the United States' closest allies under License Exception STA. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross commented that, with the status change, "U.S. companies will be able to more efficiently export a much wider range of products to Indian high technology and military customers. India's new status will benefit U.S. manufacturers while continuing to protect our national security." The move will become effective when the Department of Commerce formally amends the list of Tier 1 countries in the applicable regulations through a notice in the Federal Register. As of the date of this Alert, it is not yet clear when that amendment will occur.
License Exception STA, which is codified at 15 C.F.R. § 740.20, permits the export, reexport or in-country transfer without a specific license of certain items on the Commerce Control List ("CCL") to certain favored counties identified in Country Group A:5, listed in Supplement 1 to 15 C.F.R. Part 740. Those destinations are NATO countries and other close U.S. allies, such as Argentina, Australia, Canada, Japan, and South Korea. India will be the thirty-seventh country added to that list.
The move is a continuation of a policy of relaxing export controls for India that began under the Obama Administration. Since 2012, the United States and India have engaged in bilateral trade discussions known as the Defense Technology and Trade Initiative ("DTTI"). In 2016, the United States recognized India as a "Major Defense Partner," which included an initial easing of export requirements for India. The inclusion of India on the STA Tier 1 list reflects India's commitment to multilateral export controls through its accession to the four major multilateral export control agreements and the development of its own national export control system. Tier 1 status under License Exception STA formally provides the country with the same benefits as other top U.S. allies.
The effect of India's placement on the STA Tier 1 list is that a majority of the items on the CCL destined for India will now be eligible for License Exception STA. India was previously an STA Tier 2 country. Tier 2 countries are eligible for License Exception STA, but are limited to items controlled only for reasons of national security (NS). With certain exceptions described in section 740.20(b)(2) of the Export Administration Regulations, Tier 1 countries are eligible for items controlled for reasons of national security, chemical or biological weapons (CB), nuclear nonproliferation (NP), regional stability (RS), crime control (CC), and/or significant items (SI).
While License Exception STA can allow eligible items to ship to India quickly without the need to wait for Commerce to approve an individual license, exporters should be aware the use of the license exception also has certain prerequisites and recordkeeping requirements. In particular, the license exception requires the exporter to obtain a written statement from the consignee before the export, reexport, or transfer occurs, agreeing to comply with certain U.S. imposed conditions as to how it uses the U.S. items; to maintain a log that identifies each shipment made under the license exception; and to provide written notice to the consignee that the shipment is made pursuant to License Exception STA. Certain items, such as software source code or items subject to the Wassenaar Arrangement, may have additional reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
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Nuburgring: Performance Isn't Required
When we think about the speed of a vehicle and look for it to set records around a track, one track in the world comes to mind. the "Holy Grail" of the automotive world belongs to the Nurburgring track in Germany. This track offers 12.9 miles of twists, turns, hills, curves, and every driving condition… Read more »


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It looks like spring is finally here to stay! As we sit here with our fingers crossed hoping we've worn our winter coats, boots and sweaters for the last time this season, we look forward to the promise of spring! As you begin to swap out clothes in your closets and take on the "out with the old, in with the new" mantra, consider these interior design trends that are sure to refresh your home just in time for spring!
- Green
Green is back! All shades are making a strong comeback this season, from lime to emerald. There are different ways to incorporate this strong color. You can switch to green accent walls, or swap out old furniture for this color de jour. If you are not a fan of the green family, consider just a few accents items like, plants, glasses or accent chairs.
- Marble and Brass
One trend that will remain is the combination of marble and brass! This is a popular look for kitchens and baths. Many credit the neutral and clean feel of the marble with the hard and glamorous feel of brass. No matter the reason, this stunning combination is a winner. The simple beauty of it works well with many pops of colors or other elements of interior design.
- 50 Shades of Gray
Another returning trend form 2016 is the use of grays. Like green, this color trend works in any hue of gray. However, since this is a softer color, it works in combination with many other pops of color from bold reds to soft pinks, and of course white.
- Texture
Texture is always in for me! It can turn almost flat room into a 3D masterpiece! Take the above photo for example. A plain cotton sofa can make a room blah and boring, but a large textured picture can really make the room pop and come alive!
- Unique Lighting
(Lighting by Emporium Home)
Quirky lighting options are my favorite finds for spring trends. I have the light pictured above in my formal dining room and it is always a great conversation piece. Lighting options are a fantastic place to take risks. In addition to hanging fixtures, consider funky table or bedside lamps to add to the beauty of the room.


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This past weekend we had our end of semester retreat. I almost cannot believe that I just wrote those words. This year is absolutely flying by and I have been terrible at keeping up with the weekly happenings. The day by day is relatively constant. I pray, go to class, read, spend time with diocesan brothers, and keep up with world happenings. Larger projects pop up every so often. A few weeks ago I got my woodworking fix by building a Giant Jenga game. Recently I've been putting my MIS skills to work by leading a database revamp and spearheading a Salesforce CRM implementation (technical jargon for a software system that will allow us to track our contacts, manage donations, effectively contact friends of the seminary, and track volunteers). It's been a good year.
Last Friday I traveled with the 14 pre-theologians to Cedarbrake Retreat Center in Belton. Our retreat was led by a joyful Dominican priest who lives and serves in Dallas. The weekend was divided up between times of group reflection and silent reflection. We would spend an hour together reflecting on scripture, then break apart and spend 2 hours in silent meditation. The structure was phenomenal. It provided a great balance of personal encounter with Christ and building up of community. This retreat was the most anti retreat-high weekend I've ever spent, and I say that with great joy. We moved slow and weren't focused on super charged emotions or high powered talks.
On Sunday morning we were asked to take the scriptures we had been reflecting on and use them to preach to the particular situations that we as seminarians are experiencing. We got together in our small group and took turns preaching the word of God directly to each other. This was an incredibly powerful experience, to hear the encouragement and motivation coming from men who are going through the exact same things I am. Definitely a highlight of the semester so far.
Below are the words that I spoke. Good preaching should take into account the audience, so the words will not directly apply to your life. I'm sharing them with you because I believe they give good insight into the struggles and joys that I have been experiencing so far. My words were related with the first reading from Mass, Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17. I would recommend reading that passage before reading my words.
Brothers, this year has been one filled joys, but also with cloudiness and darkness. I came into the year expecting things to be perfect and quickly realized that this is not the case. I learned that brother seminarians are human and messed up. I learned how frustrating it can be to relate with younger, less mature men. I learned that the men here come from a wide variety are spiritual backgrounds and often times they won't see eye-to-eye with me. I can speak for myself, and to the words that many of you spoke throughout the weekend, when I say that the future looks uncertain. I'm often frustrated by formation and question why I left the great situation I came from. I feel that God is calling me to the priesthood but don't really know why he has me doing the things I am now doing.
In the midst of this, I want to remind you that we are not alone in the frustration. Throughout history people have felt confused and frustrated by the actions of the Lord. The entire Old Testament is a story of people running to and from the Lord. 2500 years ago our ancestors were wandering in a desert waiting for the land that had been promised. The prophet Ezekiel spoke to members of the tribe of Israel who were far from home, suffering under bad leaders, and separated from the temple where they worshiped The Lord. These people were lost, confused, and walking in darkness.
The joy of the story is that God did not abandon his people. Through Ezekiel, God spoke words of fidelity and compassion to his wandering people. He says "I myself will look after and tend my sheep" and "I will give them rest." The Lord spoke directly to his nation and promised to meet them in their need.
Today I want to speak those same words to you and reiterate the truth the is ever ancient and ever new. "I myself will look after you." Those words of promise and comfort are being spoken to each one of us individually.
You see, the problem with our problems is that we expect to find satisfaction, reassurance, and contentment in the external things. We want to find reassurance in the faculty, friends, and classwork, but those things are not enough. Today the Lord is telling us that he alone is will tend to our needs. He alone will seek us out, pick us up, heal us, and guide us forward. He is with us in our solitude, our darkness, and our frustration. We do not need to be overwhelmed by schoolwork or the seemingly never-ending journey that lies ahead. We don't need to be worried about the next school we'll be sent to or seminarians who don't meet expectations. We don't need to worry about those things because the Lord has promised that our rest is in Him alone.
So let's do exactly that. As we go forth from here, let us be aware that it is the Lord who is shepherding us. He is the one calling us to toward our vocation and the one who will rescue us when we feel lost. Let's make a point to be alert to God's presence in the silence of our hearts. Classes, brother seminarians, formation meetings, assignments, and pastoral work are the things we see on a daily basis, but they are not why we are here. Let's do those things and find joy in them when possible, but more so let's strive to live with the knowledge and conviction that "The Lord is my shepherd, there's nothing I shall want."
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OK, last week's assignment was rather thought provoking, but very difficult. I thought I would lighten things up by seeing everyone's ways to boost the one the love. :-) Please, join in and write your very own SESS and sign Mr. Linky. You may comment instead, but why not sign Mr. Linky and have us come visit your post? :)
This one is easy for me. I've been married for 12 years and have had plenty of time to get to know what boosts his self-esteem....
Praise Publicly
Many of us women think that men are hard to read and complex (pretty much how they view us) but really, they are just like us. The same things that make us happy (besides a great purse and shoe) pretty much makes them happy, too. Love, encouragement, respect, affection...I could go on and on.
I know my hubby loves it when I notice his efforts. For example, when he's been making a huge attempt to get into shape and work out 3-5 times a week his self-esteem is boosted high when I notice and say something affirming. Or when he cuts his hair, he likes it when I notice. Sound familiar? Then there are the times he spends two hours doing the lawn or the same amount of time detailing the car.
My hubby does a lot around the house. I always tell him that he'd make the perfect housewife. har har! He's a wonderful husband who constantly thinks about me, my feelings, my opinions, my concerns, etc. I try express my appreciation very frequently. Of course, there are a billion ways to show appreciation. This leads me into bragging about my hubby to others ... I try to publicly praise him when he's with me. Who doesn't love that? I mean, just thinking about him saying something wonderful about me in front of others makes me blush.
I'm the type of person who likes to just get something done. I'll only ask for help if I absolutely have to. Well, I'm getting better actually....I've realized that when I'm working on something such as arranging furniture, picking paint colors, birthday or Christmas shopping, etc that my hubby likes to be included. Just this week we were discussing how I was going run out and get Pumpkin Doodles a costume. My sweet husband said, "I know I can't go with you, but could you just give me a call when you're shopping so that I can be a part of picking her costume out?" I know, I know, I know...some of you are saying that your hubby could give a rip what costume you get your kids, but my hubby loves the details.
Well, it's not hard for me to respect my husband especially after thinking about everything he does and everything is he to me. I also need to show my respect to him on a regular basis by respecting his opinions, feelings, etc. As passionate as I am about my opinions, I need to remember that he's entitled to have passion, too. I try to show respect by hearing him out and not being quick to interrupt.
The biggest challenge of this post wasn't writing it, it is keeping it in the front of my mind daily. When his self-esteem is boosted it usually leads to mine being boosted as well. :-)
I'm re-recommending the book I mentioned last weekend: The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate
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Sarkozy, Palestine, and the 2012 Presidential Election
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, a conservative president of France from 1974 to 1981, was not reelected. He ascribed his defeat -- by less than 1 % of the vote against François Mitterrand, the socialist challenger -- to the Jewish community, which resented his pro-Arab policies. From then on and as long as he entertained the hope to run again, he made sure to appear as a friend of Israel.
Nicolas Sarkozy, another conservative, played openly the Jewish and pro-Israel card in 2007 and was elected. He may have forfeited this on September 21 by delivering a pro-Palestinian speech at the UN General Assembly in Manhattan. No doubt he thinks that he has taken in fact a balanced approach and reiterated his concern for Israel's security. The problem is that French Jews and most non-Jewish friends of Israel are likely to think the contrary. And when it comes to politics, it is the voters' opinions or perceptions that count. Not the president's inner conviction.
Sarkozy should have been more cautious. His current standing is precarious, to say the least. He was very popular for the first five months of his administration, from June to October 2007, with a job approval rating of over 60%. Then, the magic evaporated. By January 2008, job approval was down to 50%. Three months later, by March 2008, it was under 40%. Throughout 2010 and the first four months of 2011, it sank even lower, to less than 30% and -- frightfully -- a mere 23 % in April 2011. Some improvement was noticed last summer, and job approval is currently close to 35%.
Decline in popularity leads to decline in electoral returns. In fact, Sarkozy's conservative party, UMP, has lost every single ballot since 2007, either local, regional, or European. The Senate, France's upper house, may turn left as well, since it is elected by the largely Socialist-dominated local and regional assemblies. In fact, 170 seats out of 348 are up for grabs in this Sunday's election.
Prospects for the coming presidential election, next spring, are equally bleak. French elections are two-ballot affairs. All current polls credit Sarkozy with about 25% of the vote on the first ballot, scheduled for April 2012, against about 30% for François Hollande, the most popular among the Socialist contenders. Marine Le Pen, who replaced her father Jean-Marie Le Pen as the leader of the far-right National Front one year ago and is seen as a much more engaging figure, would come in third, with some 20% of the vote.
For a while, there was some speculation that support for the National Front was in fact underestimated, and that Miss Le Pen might come in second. Under French law, only two contenders -- those two who come in first and second on the first ballot -- may run on the second ballot. The question was thus whether Le Pen would outdo Sarkozy and be the Socialist candidate's adversary instead of him on the second ballot. It is assumed now that Sarkozy will be ahead of Le Pen whatever the circumstances.
On the second ballot, according to the same polls, Sarkozy would lose by a large margin against Hollande or by a narrower margin against Martine Aubry, another Socialist contender. Indeed, 56% of the French say they would like the Left to win in 2012.
Why did Sarkozy, who ran a superb campaign in 2007, undergo such a downfall ? There is the voodoo explanation : bad luck or a spell. Strangely enough, things started to deteriorate when he separated from his second wife Cecilia Ciganer-Albeniz and ran out of control when he met and married his third wife, Carla Bruni.
There are many rational explanations as well. One is betrayal. In 2007, Sarkozy ran almost on what amounted to a Victor David Hanson platform, French style. It was a complete departure from the Chirac policies: free market, anti-taxation, defense of the West, law and order, national identity. Some promises were implemented, many were forgotten, and many of those that were implemented were later rescinded. More crucially, the Sarkozy administration constantly switched from bombastic conservative toughness to kowtowing to liberal political correctness. Finally, when the president realized how disappointed his 2007 voters were, he just dropped his platform altogether and reverted to Chiraquism.


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What's Wrong With Blasphemy Laws?
The End Blasphemy Laws campaign holds that "blasphemy" and "insult" to religion laws are wrong in several ways:
- They violate the human right to freedom of expression
- They protect religious beliefs and practices, institutions and leaders, from legitimate and often necessary criticism
- They are intrinsically bad, subjective, inconsistent laws; there is no "right way" to use them
- They legitimize vigilantism, mob violence, and persecution of minorities
All these areas are discussed in detail below.
Violating freedom of expression
Freedom of expression is a fundamental right for individuals. It is also vital for all societies, to enable a plurality of opinions. It is protected by all major international human rights instruments (including Article 19 of both the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights ICCPR)). The vast majority of countries are signed up to these conventions, and there is a strong claim even on the countries that are not signed up, namely that the right to speak freely is a basic moral right which states should uphold and protect.
Unlike freedom of thought, conscience, religion or belief (Article 18 of the UDHR and ICCPR) which is absolute, freedom of expression can be limited under the international human rights framework. These limits vary from state to state but for example, they sometimes include libel and defamation against individuals, incitement to hatred, violence or discrimination against a person, a group or a community. (Such limits must respect strict legality and proportionality tests, as freedom of expression remains a human right, and its limitation must be the exception.) For this reason, some "blasphemy" laws may include — or be included in legislation which places — a ban on inciting hatred or violence. Such prohibitions against incitement to hatred or violence do not necessarily in themselves violate the right to freedom of expression.
However, by their nature laws against "blasphemy" and religious insult always go beyond a ban on incitement to hatred or violence. "Blasphemy" and religious insult laws always in practice prohibit, problematize or chill free expression when it comes to the asking of questions, the offering of criticism, and the expression of satire or ridicule, in relation religion.
These modes of discourse (questioning, criticising, satirising, ridiculing) belong firmly in the realm of freedom of expression. Therefore "blasphemy" and "insult to religion" laws, which criminalize such expression, contravene freedom of expression and are in violation of the international human rights framework.
While freedom of thought and belief, including religious belief, must be protected, it is equally important to guarantee an environment in which a critical discussion about religion can be held. There is no fundamental right not to be offended in one's religious feelings. Religions per se do not hold rights. Churches and religious groups should be open to hearing criticism, just as every group in society. Intellectual and cultural advance rely on the free exchange of ideas. Protecting any ideas from criticism does them no favour: it allows them to survive unchanged without being adapted and improved.
Protecting religion from insult and criticism
To some it may sound desirable to protect religion from "insult". After all, insult may seen unnecessary and hurtful to the followers of a religion. However, in practice prohibiting "insult" means prohibiting all manner of enquiry and critique in relation to religion; as seen time and again in countries around the world, it is easy to claim "insult" in response to any critical discussion of religion. As one high profile example, Raif Badawi advocated secular reforms between religious and state authorities in Saudi Arabia; for this he was prosecuted for "insulting Islam" and sentenced to 10 years jail, a 10 year travel ban, and 1,000 lashes.
So criticism bleeds into "insult". But why should criticism as such be protected free speech? — To some it may sound desirable to shield religion from any criticism, however politely it is offered!
But banning criticism not only means violating the freedom of expression of the critic, it means that criticism is deterred or prevented altogether on:
- religious beliefs and practices or beliefs and practices that someone associates with religion, (for example, child "marriage", slavery, genital mutilation, stoning and other corporal punishments that constitute torture, denial of citizenship, bans on "inter-religious" marriage, persecution of religion or belief minorities, discrimination against sexual minorities, and many other such practices, have all sometimes been defended — or their perpetrators have claimed immunity from investigation or exemption from human rights legislation — on the basis that they are 'religious' practices or that they are based on 'religious' beliefs)
- religious institutions (for example it is widely recognised that taboos against appearing to question, criticise, or threaten the public perception or 'greater good' of the Catholic Church and other religious institutions deters people from reporting sexual abuse and other crimes)
- religious leaders (such as clerics, who in some cases may escape charges of abuse or corruption because adherents of their religion, or others, feel unable to raise their voices against them)
Shielding religion from criticism cannot be regarded as a social good. Criticism which is false can be tested and met with legitimate counter-arguments, while criticism which is true should be heard for the sake of correcting errors. In some cases, criticism helps religious thinkers improve theology. In more substantive cases, criticism is essential to shedding light on immoral or unlawful practices carried out in the name of religion.
Intrinsically bad law
The violation of the right to freedom of expression is a matter of incompatibility with international human rights legislation, as well as most domestic human rights laws. But in addition, "blasphemy" and "insult to religion" laws also suffer from internal inconsistency and subjective applicability.
A law prohibiting "insult" or "offence" to religion, or for "hurting the sentiments" of religious persons, may itself be "insulting" or "offensive" or "hurtful" to religion or to religious persons, if it prevents them from expressing their religious views because others find their religion offensive.
A law against "blasphemy" depends on some standard of what counts as "blasphemy", which assumes something like a correct, inviolable standard of religion which is being blasphemed against. But even when states try to found blasphemy laws on a single religious text, it is abundantly clear that different sectarian groups within a single religion interpret all mainstream scriptures in a variety of ways, with different groups deciding that some declarations or depictions are 'blasphemous' while others disagree, or find other declarations or depictions 'blasphemous'.
It may be considered "blasphemous" by some Muslims to consider Jesus of Nazareth "the Son of God", while some Christians may find it "blasphemous" to say that Jesus was merely a prophet or an ordinary human being. Many Islamic scholars consider deviations from their own sect (either Sunni or Shia) blasphemous, as well as sects such as Ahmadiyya which they do not recognise as "Islamic", but which are frequently treated as "blasphemous" to Islam.
In some jurisdictions, such as Pakistan, it is frequently claimed by witnesses to alleged "blasphemy" cases that to repeat what the accused is supposed to have said or done would itself be "blasphemous" and therefore they are exempted from having to explain the accusation. Courts will therefore sometimes accept the testimony of a supposed witness to the blasphemy without hearing any of the details of the accusations.
Likewise, those who call for the reform or repeal of blasphemy laws, have sometimes been accused of "blasphemy" for questioning the blasphemy laws.
The confused and subjective nature of "blasphemy" and "insult to religion" laws makes them bad law. They are therefore hugely prone to abuse, being used to target a variety of supposed "blasphemy", from actual criticism or satire of religion, to merely stating alternative religious views, stating atheism, or in some cases, the accusation is entirely malicious, based on rumours or planted evidence.
"Legitimizing" mob violence, vigilantism, and persecution of minorities
Countries which prosecute "blasphemy" and "insult to religion" tend to suffer disproportionately many incidents of:
- intercommunal and mob violence (for example: the episodic burning of Christian properties and murder of Christians by mobs of Muslim men in Pakistan, such as this incident in 2009 that left 6 dead, which usually follow unlikely, malicious, unsourced rumours that someone has "desecrated" the Koran)
- vigilantism against individuals (for example: violence against secularist Bangladeshi bloggers in the past few years, including the murder of Ahmed Rajib Haider and a potentially fatal machete attack on Asif Mohiuddin, both of which coincided with calls by Islamist groups to have "atheist bloggers" prosecuted for writing which supposedly insulted religion and criticised religious leaders)
- the general silencing and persecution of minorities (for example: in several Islamic states, Ahmadiyya Muslims are often regarded, against their self-identity, as non-Muslims who are "blaspheming" Islam, while conversely Bahai's are often regarded, against their selfi-identity, as wouldbe-Muslims who are "apostates" from Islam because they follow Baha'i teachings! Both groups are widely marginalised and persecuted in countries such as Iran, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and numerous other states, and discrimination against them is bound up with claims of blasphemy, apostasy, or being kafir (infidels).
Criminalising "insult" to religion in the penal code, lends legitimacy to the social persecution of individuals and groups who are said to "offend" mainstream religious sensibilities, sometimes with their speech acts or writing, often just through their existence, or based on rumours spread with the intention of whipping up violence.
Moratoria and "dead letter" laws
In some jurisdictions, a given law against "blasphemy" or religious insult might be said to be a "dead letter" law, meaning that it is no longer enforced but remains on statute. Alternatively there may be a "moratorium" against enforcing the law, meaning that there is either a formal precedent or informal convention which is assumed to block or deter the use of the law.
The End Blasphemy Laws campaign recognises that in these cases, some laws may be considered for practical purposes to be unenforced, or unenforceable. Nevertheless even these "dead letter" laws remain of concern, and we want to see them repealed. There are several reasons for this:
- even an apparently "dead letter" law can be reactivated. Some examples: In the weeks prior to the launch of the End Blasphemy Laws campaign (in January 2015) there were threats to file suits under the blasphemy laws in Ireland and in France in response to the publication of Charlie Hebdo. The "blasphemy" law the United Kingdom was declared by a peer in the House of Lords a "dead letter" law in 1949, but this status was unofficial and the law was used again; the last successful prosecution under the law came 28 years later, in 1977! In December 2014 the closely related death-for-apostasy law was reactivated after many years of disuse in Mauritania.
- even unused or seemingly unenforceable laws can lend a legitimacy to people who argue that there is something inherently wrong with criticism of, or satire about, religion, or who advocate for the revival, use, or creation of new "blasphemy"-type laws
- inactive, unused or less severe blasphemy laws in one country, still lend legitimacy to much more severe and actively-used blasphemy laws in other countries; for example the relatively recent creation of a blasphemy law in Ireland (despite there being no prosecutions under this law) has been used to justify the continued existence of Indonesia's blasphemy law (under which people have been sentenced to lengthy jail terms simply for posting about atheism on Facebook)
- sometimes there is public desire, but no political will, to finally abolish "dead letter" laws; by listing and rating countries citing their blasphemy laws we hope to add to local pressure to repeal them.


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First-Then visual schedule application is designed for caregivers to provide positive behavior support. For individuals with communication needs, developmental delays, Autism or those who benefit from a structured environment; visual schedules serve to increase independence and lower anxiety during transitions through different activities.
Fully Customizable!
*Use your own photos or add photos from the built in Internet image search feature.
*Record your own voice to the images.
*Create as many schedules as you need.
*Change the order of a schedule, anytime!
*Checklist feature.
*"Save and Share" schedules via "File Sharing" on iTunes.
* Backup schedules via iCloud.
* Email a PDF copy of a schedule to print off at home.
This app. was designed for the iTouch/iPhone but WILL work on the iPad providing you have the iOS 4.2 update.
Visual schedules provide positive behavior support through the use of images that show daily events(i.e. morning routine or therapy schedule) or steps needed to complete a specific activity, (i.e. using the restroom).
User can *record their own voice*, *add their own images* from their computer, internet image importer or iPhone/ iTouch camera, or simply use images from the application's stock library to create a schedule. Flexibility of obtaining images allows for schedules to be created "on-the-go" to help transition through unexpected changes in a routine.
Within a saved schedule, as many images as needed can be used to create the steps needed to complete a task. There is also the option of choosing different formats for use in each of the schedules. Format options can be changed at a moments notice depending upon the preference of the user:
*FULL SCREEN*- In this format a larger image appears on the screen. User accesses next image on schedule by simply swiping screen to the left.
*FIRST-THEN SCREEN*- This format shows two images side by side with an arrow between images to guide the sequence of the activity. This is often a visual that is given to portray conditional statements. For example, "First bathroom, then computer". This helps let the user know what is coming up next. Split screen can be read left to right with captions underneath each image, or top to bottom of screen with schedule scrolling down to see next image in the schedule.
*LIST SCREEN*- This screen allows images to be listed in a list format where four images are placed on schedule. This is great for a schedule for a child that is very familiar with a system of picture exchange or is not as easily distracted by upcoming activities.
*VOICE CAN BE ADDED TO IMAGES *and added to the images to help further reinforce schedule and to aid with receptive and expressive language acquisition. Please note, that if you have an iTouch that you will need to purchase a microphone to record sound.
*CHECKLIST FEATURE* can be turned "on" or "off" within the "settings" menu. You can add a checkmark by a task to visually indicate that the task is completed.
*ADD YOUR OWN PHOTOS* by using the iPhone's built in camera or download images from your personal computer to the camera roll or use the apps internet image importer.
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*STOCK IMAGE LIBRARY* consists of common images that can be immediately accessed to create schedules.
In addition, for reference we have added three example schedules (contain no audio-output) that can be deleted or edited.
We at *Good Karma Applications* have an intimate understanding of the needs of those leading exceptional lives. It is our mission to provide low-cost, effective applications to that special group of individuals. We hope that our applications will enhance the lives of those leading exceptional lives, and in doing so, provide support for those who love and care for them.
Good Karma Apps. is a proud supporter of www.momswithapps.com. A wonderful online source for finding family friendly apps.
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Interview with WSJ Helping Businesses Get 'Unstuck', Create What's Next and Increase The Bottom Line.
Interview with WSJ satellite office Dagen Naerlingsliv – Norway.
I often get interviewed on how do I do what I do, so quickly, in helping a business, product of project turnaround, create what's next and prosper. I have an inherited ability that runs in my family. Two of my clients were interviewed for this article. One is the youngest most prominent Central American Leader and the other was the largest green commercial sustainable builder in the world. It's been transcribed into English.
Half Norwegian Monique Guild working as "Intuitive Business Consultant" in the United States.
Los Angeles (DN): Monique Guild slows her car, a Porsche, and steps out with a mobile in her hand. As an "Intuitive Business Consultant" she assists clients whom are stuck and wish for more money, success and influence – most often she consults with them over the telephone.
"I'm like a regular consultant, but with additional abilities. I can 'see' where a business is at a standstill and what must be done to fix the problem," says Guild as she strides across the gravel driveway of a Beverly Hills home.
These days, psychics with an eye for business are called "intuitives," "instinctive advisors" and "mentalists." They offer investment tips, can read a person's energy in job interviews and use their "extra" senses to facilitate smart corporate restructuring.
Rick Butler, a director and property developer, says Guild helped save his company, Aardex, from being acquired by a lying investor. She also exposed drug abuse among some of the investing company's employees.
"Many pretend they have good intentions, but what they want is to rob you," says Butler. "Monique can feel if people have integrity, if they are sincere and what their motives are." Butler regards Ms. Guild as "invaluable." At first a bit wary of intuition, he now views the process as "practical, analytical and rational. "I'm a bit slow in this area," he says. "Monique told me things about the business that I had no idea about. Probably because I don't trust my intuition."
Thought Patterns
Guild often sits in the shadow of a skyscraper at the pool in Los Angeles and speaks to her clients by phone. All she needs is her notepad, notes from previous consultations and her special abilities, which she has had since she was ten.
"I noticed it when I was little", she says.
" Like what, specifically?"
"That I could see things no one else saw."
"I can hear a voice or see a face and get cascades of information in my head. It's like watching a movie, I just follow the pictures," says Guild.
She presses an audio file, I hear Monique respond to a male client "Abuse," she says. "Something that happened when you were 16 years old, and a relationship was disbanded about 17 years ago. That's is part of what is causing your business to be stuck now." "What is this?" says the male client, "well my parents drank. When I was 16, I was expelled from a private school, and 17 years ago, when I got a new partner, I lost $350,000."
There is no crystal ball in sight.
"I'm not psychic, I'm intuitive", insists Guild.
"I think that people become addicted to their own feelings – which are chemicals and become stuck in a pattern of the past, which affects their business now. I help them overcome this."
Diego de Sola, Director of Inversiones Bolivar, a real estate company and President of Glasswing International in El Salvador, said that for a long time he called California each week to consult with Guild. He was sweating from the recession and the "feeling of doom."
Diego says, "All I did was focus on risk minimization, and it ruined me. I was not able to see opportunities. Intuitive or not, she changed my thinking pattern for the better Monique Guild helped me realize that I wanted to do something good for the community in addition to the real estate business. She helped me set a goal, she gave me homework and we talked about my weekly progress".
"I can hear a voice or see a face and get cascades of information in my head. It's like watching a movie, and I just follow the pictures" – Monique Guild, intuitive corporate consultant.
Intuitives can also reveal errors in corporate structure. Gabriel Lawson, president of a billion dollar company, Seagate, used an intuitive to reveal a miserable collaboration between the company's marketing and research departments.
"She was amazing," he preached.
According to Newsweek, Laura Day, a psychic adviser, also rescued a Hollywood producer from investing in a film that turned out to be a flop, and in New York, rental companies employed intuitive Joan Barker to screen prospective tenants.
"I don't know if she's psychic, has luck or just the ability to understand people," one of the landlords, Baruch Herzfeld, told The New York Times. "But she is efficient, that's for sure."
Guild says that she, in fact, "does personality profiling." She once worked with a business owner who was constantly being sued by employees and helped him set up a system, where they would send a potential hiree to interview with the company's vice president first, before asking the candidate to call Guild.
"I talked to them about work and life, then wrote a report to the owner about what I saw in the person's character. We stopped the lawsuits."
Guild grew up in New Orleans as the daughter of Norwegian actress Kari Borg ("Owls in the Moss"), and Ingeborg Cook ("Olsenbanden", "Carl & Co.") was her Grandmother. In pursuit of a career as a soap actress, she moved to Los Angeles but inevitably her business took off. Now she says that her clients range from diplomats and athletes to entrepreneurs and directors, all of whom suffer completely unnecessary economic losses due to "blocked energy."
"I can see what has happened to them earlier in life. In addition, I see where their strengths are, what they are capable of and we work together to turn it all around".
"What problems are most common?"
"Many people have patterns that stay with them for their entire lives. There may be abuse in the home, or too much responsibility, as children or personal issues distract them in their career."
Rick Butler also said that he "had a problematic relationship with his daughter" and that it affected his choices as a businessman. Now everything is in order.
"Could you have gone to a psychologist instead?"
"I don't know. I've never tried".


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I love Thanksgiving, I think I enjoy it more than any other time of the year….. even Christmas. It's before the frenzy starts of overbuying and forgetting what the reason is that we are celebrating. I love it because of all the great memories of growing up near family in a small town. Thanksgiving was all about my grandmother and mama in the kitchen baking and clucking over every little detail that went into the meal, it was my grandfather trying to be quiet as he got dressed and ready to go deer hunting real early in the morning. It was all about spending the day with my cousins and playing outside all day away from the eyes of grown ups who could keep us busy elsewhere. It was the excitement of when my grandfather, we called him Uncle Snap, would arrive back with a deer and watching him dress the deer right there in the back yard. He would inevitably hang the antlers on an old pine tree, and let me tell you, it was laden with trophies…… I would give anything to see that old tree again! Finally, when the meal had reached perfection according to the ladies. us kids would be put at the children's table to feast and enjoy the wonderful meal. Then we lazed around or took a walk somewhere with everyone in tow.
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5 Ways Too Much Exercise Harms Your Health
Most of what you hear about exercise involves how to get more: motivating non-exercisers to get started, setting goals to go longer, harder, and faster, making more time for exercise, etc. With all that talk about getting the most amount of exercise possible, it may be impossible to believe that there's such a thing as "too much exercise." However, although we know that exercise is important for the health of your heart, brain, body, and spirit, too much exercise could actually have a detrimental effect on your health. Here are some surprising ways too much exercise can hurt your health.
1. You have less strength. This is your body's way of crying "Uncle!" or waving the white flag, signaling that it has been pushed too hard and needs a break. If you notice your performance is suffering, or that you can't make it through your normal routine like you used to, you may be headed for burnout. If you feel more fatigued, either physically or mentally, but nothing else has changed, then this could also be a sign that you are overworking yourself. Try making a change, such as less intense workouts, less frequent workouts, shorter workouts, or more focused recovery periods, and you may be surprised at how much better you feel.
2. An increase in body fat percentage. This is truly a head scratcher. You may think, if I am exercising more than ever, I should have very little body fat, right? Wrong! To much exercise without proper rest and recovery periods can stress your body out to the point that it is infusing you with high levels of stress hormones, like cortisol. Too much of this over time will cause your body to store fat and block the hormones that help you increase muscle mass, which can end up having the opposite effect from what you's hoped. Your body becomes less efficient at burning fat.
3. You can't sleep. Have you ever felt that when you have a long, busy day that was fulfilling and included a great workout, you go to sleep easier, stay asleep, and wake up feeling like you're on top of the world? It only makes sense that more working out will mean better sleep for your tired body, right? If better sleep means restlessness and the inability to fall asleep, then yes. If that's not your idea of sleeping like a baby, then take an honest look at your workout regimen and ask yourself if you're pushing too hard. If you're training for something big, like an Ironman or marathon, that's one thing . . . but be sure to ease up once it's completed so your body can repair and rejuvenate itself. That would be a great time to focus on an HGH supplement regimen to help get you back on track!
4. You're in pain – a lot. Exercising too much could cause inflammation over the body. Since your body never has a chance to slow down and make the necessary repairs, that constant inflammation could lead to injuries, or worse: health conditions such as heart disease and cancer are linked to chronic inflammation.
5. You can't shake that bad mood. Overworking yourself physically can lead to mental fatigue, and you know how well you function when you're mentally overloaded. An increase of stress hormones can be found in your body when you're physically or emotionally overstressed. Pay attention if you find you're feeling stressed, irritable, depressed, anxious, or suddenly lacking in motivation or interest in working out.
Working out has great health benefits, but like everything else in life, moderation is the key. Pay attention to how you feel, mentally and physically, and make sure you're balancing out the rest of your life with healthy food, sleep, a good supplement regimen including natural HGH, and time spent with loved ones doing activities you love.


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Lean Belly Breakthrough Scam or Legit : Reviews
A majority of people assume that they are safe from weight related problems because they are not seriously obese. Truth be told, if you carry a lot of fat around your midsection, then you are in as much trouble as anyone else struggling with a weight difficulty. Unfortunately, belly fat can build up around your internal organs and create toxins that can boost chances of you getting a heart attack, diabetes, or any other weight related issue. Read full post to learn about Lean Belly Breakthrough Scam or Legit ?
As such, many sufferers of weight problems have ended up falling victims to harmful medications and unsafe therapies all in the name of getting a healthier, better body. Besides, there's too much contradicting information out there in the health and fitness market. Thus it has actually become hard to understand the best way of losing weight efficiently.
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The program was Dr. Heinrick's secret ritual of helping people with weight related issues such as was the case for Bruce' father in law, Dan. In a few day's time of following this compelling plan, Dan had lost a lot of fat. And, in a months time, he'd actually shed a whopping 30 pounds. On seeing this, Bruce was prompted to write the Lean Belly Breakthrough which is now aiding many get rid of visceral fat.
Lean Belly Breakthrough – What You'll Learn
- Lean Belly Breakthrough primarily offers you a full list of healthy foods and the right way to eat them to reduce stubborn fats
- You'll also get helpful and easy to follow instructions on consumption of potent herbs, spices, and food nutrients which will have a definite impact on your hormones.
- Besides, this program includes a tracking sheet that'll allow you to monitor your progress as you try to reduce excess weight
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Typically, this effective plan includes vital information in guides and manuals that will help anyone lose tummy fat. These are;
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- Abs friendly dessert recipes
Positive and Negative Aspects of Lean Belly Breakthrough
- Effective at targeting even the most stubborn fat in your tummy
- Easy to download in PDF format and you can read it anywhere anytime on your laptop, desktop, iPhone, or any device
- Has simple instructions that are incredibly easy to follow. Besides, it promises great results.
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- All recipes and foods discussed are natural and blend perfectly with your body system to make you stronger, healthier, and younger.
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- Cannot be accessed by people in remote areas who don't have an internet connection.
- Aids in getting rid of fat fast but not a hardcore muscle training program.
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Verdict: Is Lean Belly Breakthrough Scam/ Is it Worth Your Time?
Well, as you can clearly see from our review, Lean Belly Breakthrough is a plan worth your every cent. But fortunately, this leading weight loss plan comes at an affordable price that'll strike you as most reasonable. Besides, you can check the Lean Belly Breakthrough reviews all over the internet from many who have used it and succeeded in getting rid of stubborn tummy fat. So, if you've been struggling with weight issues and have tried and plateaued with many other fat loss plans, then you can trust our words as true when we tell you that Lean Belly Breakthrough is just what you need!