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For Great Wedding Photos, Timing Is Everything
Today's brides and grooms not only look for the memories of their special day to be captured, they also want great portraits – candid and artistic for the most part. We constantly meet with new couples and they all seem to have one phrase in common, "We want photos like the ones we see in your portfolio!" While we work very hard to produce every photo we take, there is that crucial element of timing that can make or break your wedding portrait session.
Let's consider the wedding portraits on our portfolio website (excluding ceremony, reception)… some of these couples had a specific block of time scheduled in their day just for us. Sometimes this was an hour, other cases up to 2 hours – some agreed to see each other before the wedding and others had the time scheduled between the ceremony and reception. All had the same common goal – to have great wedding portraits.
Do we have a preference regarding taking pictures before or after the ceremony? Not necessarily because we've had success both ways and we respect those couples who honor the tradition of not seeing each other beforehand. But there are some great benefits to pre-ceremony portraits. Let's examine two simple schedules:
Portraits Before Ceremony
- 2:00 Bride & Groom Arrive
- 2:00 – 2:30 Getting Ready Candids & Details
- 2:30 – 4:00 Wedding Portraits (Bride, Groom, Wedding Party)
- 4:00 – 4:30 Formals & Family Portraits
- 4:30 – 5:00 Open
- 5:00 – 5:30 Ceremony
- 6:00 Reception
Portraits After Ceremony
- 2:00 Bride & Groom Arrive
- 2:00 – 2:30 Getting Ready Candids & Details
- 2:30 – 3:30 Bride's Portraits
- 3:30 – 4:30 Groom's Portraits
- 4:30 – 5:00 Open
- 5:00 – 5:30 Ceremony
- 5:45 – 6:15 Formals & Family Portraits
- 6:15 – 7:30 Wedding Portraits (Bride, Groom, Wedding Party)
- 7:30 Reception
The biggest difference you notice is the start time of the reception, rather the time when the bride and groom arrive to the reception. In either instance, it goes a long way to plan out your day and notify your guests far in advance of your tentative schedule should they have a waiting period in between events.
What if we do not have time in our day? We've worked with some pretty tight schedules which had very minimal time for the photographer. Some time constraints are enforced by the wedding venue, but most time constraints are inadvertently created when the bride and groom or wedding coordinator simply forget about the photographer… it happens! However, there are opportunities during the reception where we can sneak away with the bride and groom in order to get some additional portrait time.
What about the time of day? We prefer natural lighting for our photographs. For clients living in Texas, the natural lighting comes with a bit of a downer called natural heat. When planning your wedding, consider the time of day you want your portrait session. Late afternoon to early evening hours usually provides the best natural lighting as you get a soft golden glow instead of the harsh brightness. In the spring and fall we can push the limits much more than in the Texas summer and Wisconsin winter. Consider padding your time a little more in the summer to account for water and A/C breaks.
We have more questions regarding timing, what do we do? Contact us. We would love to provide you our insight from our experiences. We want nothing more than to provide you an amazing photography experience by capturing the types of photographs you desire. Cheers!!!


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Darren Adam: This Christmas, Let's Change How We Talk To Homeless People
14 December 2016, 12:14 | Updated: 14 December 2016, 12:22
Don't let homeless people be defined by the fact they're sleeping rough, says Darren. This Christmas, let's look past that.
During the festive period, a lot of us turn our thoughts to those less well-off as they face a tough time.
But as Darren discussed what it's like to be homeless, he had a suggestion that might help: try to talk to homeless people about everything but the fact that they're struggling.
"If you are in that proverbial doorway and someone like Frances comes along, do you relish the chance to talk about something other than your story of destitution?
"I think I'd want to.
"I think if I were homeless I'd want to talk about that time I was on the radio...I'd want to talk about my partner. I'd want to talk about things in life that I like, the skills that i have, the things that make me happy.
"I'd want to talk about all of that. I wouldn't want to be defined by my homelessness. It's the thing that's staring you in the face...but maybe that person who is in that sleeping bag doesn't want to be defined by their homelessness."

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This professional campaign titled 'Guinness, Campbell's, Cadbury' was published in Romania in September, 2013. It was created for the brand: AdPrint Festival, by ad agency: Mercury 360. This Print medium campaign is related to the Professional Services industry and contains 3 media assets. It was submitted over 10 years ago.
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Children's Life Fund spends over $12m
Over 40 children, out of more than 150 applicants, have received assistance from the Children's Life Fund Authority since it was established in 2010, said chairman Varun Maharaj. Out of the cases which received help, 38 occurred before the end of 2011. The total spent on medical assistance so far is over $12 million.
In a telephone interview with the T&T Guardian yesterday, Maharaj said the fund, which began with a subvention from Government, had been steadily receiving donations from private organisations. He said at present it had over $20 million at its disposal.
Explaining the reason for the difference between the number of applicants and people who had actually received help, Maharaj said a lot of people still did not understand its purpose. He said: "The fund is for children with life-threatening illnesses that cannot be treated in T&T. If the treatment is available in T&T or if the case is not life-threatening, we cannot disburse funds."
Maharaj said the authority took a clinical approach when assessing applicants. "We receive applicants which are processed and prioritised by our unit manager, then the cases are taken to a volunteer specialist panel of doctors for review," he added.
After the doctors review the cases and make their recommendations funds were given to children in need, he said. At the beginning of the People's Partnership Government's term of office in 2010, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar said ministers would contribute five per cent of their salaries to the fund. However, it was revealed earlier this month that did not happen.


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With Resident Evil 7 and The Evil Within 2, triple-A horror finally looks set for a resurgence, but it's their indie cousins who've bravely kept the torch burning in their absence. Thanks to the work of independent studios, today's consoles are packed with smaller titles that'll keep you up at night without breaking the bank. Whether you're into jumpscares or slow-burning tension, we've collected some of the best indie horror games available to scratch that spooky itch.
Outlast 1 & 2 (PS4/Xbox One)
If you like your horror in a masterclass of well-trodden cliches, the often bombastic Outlast and its sequel may be right up your alley. A freelance journalist attempting to uncover the shady goings on at Mount Massive Asylum, you soon find yourself trapped, desperate to avoid traumatised patients and some other presences. With no tools to defend yourself, exploring devolves into running for your life far more than you'd like. While it does involve some stealthy sleuthing, Outlast often follows more of a breakneck pace, hurriedly fleeing deranged inmates as you hunt for an exit or hiding space.
Sticking to the genre classics, you're given a nightvision camera to help you navigate, but limited in use by batteries scattered throughout the levels. Try to play too cautiously and you'll be left lost and blind in the dark. While it's rammed to the teeth with horror tropes, Outlast impresses through both visuals and extensive voice work. Even the story remains satisfying despite following a predictable path. Outlast 2 brings more of the same, relocating to bring some deep-south terror. Offering more open farmland, expect spooky cornfields, and bloody, religious cults to satisfy your horror cravings.
Layers of Fear (PS4/Xbox One, Switch - coming soon)
Beginning with your classic horror opening, Layers of Fear has you arrive at a house with little to no information on why, where, or even who you are. Exploring the abandoned house, you'll decipher your story as a severely troubled painter through scattered notes and memos which piece together your past. Art plays a large role in the narrative and gameplay, and as you add to your own masterpiece, more and more surreal events begin to unfold, dragging you deeper down the rabbit hole.
Layers of Fear isn't a long title, clocking in at just three to four hours to beat, but there are plenty of clues and hints to find for those interested in the story. Despite the generic start, developer Blooper Team does great work at interlacing the horror of the narrative into the gameplay, utilizing the theme in inventive ways. Better yet, Switch owners no longer have to feel left out as a port is on the way soon.
SOMA (PS4, Xbox One - coming soon)
Following their success with Amnesia: The Dark Descent and A Machine for Pigs, Frictional Games transferred their expert hand at horror to a new locale: a derelict, underwater facility in the far future. Following some kind of disaster at the surface, you take on the role of Simon, an average Canadian seemingly transported from the modern day, and are left to find out what went wrong.
Toning down the horror and ramping up the narrative, Soma delivered a smart and genuinely interesting tale, prompting the player to question their concepts of intelligence and life. Contrary to Amnesia's isolated horror, for most of Soma you'll be accompanied by the voice of another survivor, Catherine. As you explore parts of the decrepit facility you'll meet a variety of further entities — some friendly, many not. At times it forces you to make some truly difficult and usually awful decisions that will leave you questioning yourself for some time.
Though it does include aspects of Amnesia's core, cowering in a corner from monstrous beasties, Soma offers a narrative approach to horror that isn't available anywhere else, and it's well worth trying to see what Frictional learned from their previous titles.
Little Nightmares (PS4/Xbox One)
Unsettlingly gorgeous, Little Nightmares is a 3D platform-puzzler viewed from a side-on perspective. As the tiny, yellow-coated Six, you have to sneak your way through an oversized, grown-up house, escaping the capture of its twisted inhabitants. The game is beautifully realised in a child's warped view of the adult world, with each occupant unpleasantly memorable. You'll struggle to forget the sagging face of the kitchen's butchers as they wheeze back and forth across the room.
Little Nightmares plays on tension in a different way to the other titles on this list. Rather than fearing the sudden appearance of a demonic creature, the dangers here are almost always present. In fact, the grotesque or haunting antagonists will usually take centre stage, lit by spotlights or stomping slowly between sections of the room. The threat is that of a sleeping bear, asking you to gingerly traverse each room of the house to avoid the attention of its inhabitants. Filled with moments that will make you hold your breath, Little Nightmares is the perfect for those who prefer their horror in the slow and patient moments, without the jumps.
Slender: The Arrival (PS4/Xbox One)
If you missed the Slenderman craze that swept the internet in 2012, this is your chance to catch up. Originally a free and short release, Slenderman has you explore spooky environments like a forest or mine, collecting or locating key items while haunted by a tall and faceless man in a suit. Developer Blue Isle has done a lot of work to flesh out the world around the title, even linking a narrative between the title and its freeware predecessor.
With no means of defence, and only a flashlight at hand, Slender: The Arrival makes use of some cruel tricks to keep the tension high, even stopping you from pausing during its worst moments to deny any reprieve. Sadly, the expansion from its simplistic base doesn't always hold up, resulting in fairly repetitive tasks in each level, and limited methods by which to spook you. It's far from perfect, but scanning your environment to catch a glimpse of that slim, motionless body remains a terrifying experience, and one internet phenomenon well worth catching up on.


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Everyone Hates the New Super League, Here's Why
On Sunday April 18th, 12 soccer clubs from England, Italy, and Spain announced the formation of a new "Super League." In the 24 hours since the announcement, the entire Soccer world has lit torches and gathered their pitchforks and are prepared to expel the clubs, owners, and players from all other competitions should this Super League actually take place. The response to this has been extreme, going so far as UEFA threatening to expel the clubs from current tournaments and banning the players who participate from playing in the World Cup. On its surface the Super League seems like an obvious, yet inoffensive, money grab. No different than any other company trying to corner a market, so why the vitriol response? There's a good bit to unpack.
What is it?
For the soccer ignorant reader I can provide a simple analogy (sports ignorant readers are SOL). This Super League has the makings of a reshuffling of College Football. Imagine if the top 5 teams from the SEC, top 3 from the Big 10, and top 2 from the Big 12 and Pac 12 all announced they would be forming their own annual tournament and would not share their proceeds within their respective conferences.
Currently, such a tournament exists but requires certain annual qualifications. For College Football, the playoff and large bowl games require teams to succeed within their own regular season. For European soccer, a team's ranking from the previous season can qualify them for the Champions League or Europa League tournaments (which last the whole next season). In both scenarios, the clubs get large payouts for participating and some leagues/conferences trickle that cost down throughout all teams.
The Super League cuts out qualification entirely. There will be no penalty for a team not performing well in their own league and the teams invited to participate will be protected during their less dominant eras. For many fans and clubs, qualifying for one of the season's tournaments is as high as they will ever experience. Making the Champions League is a major milestone. To create a tournament without such an important entry point, cheapens the entire event. Qualifying also provides a financial boom that can keep a team successful for years. Another aspect of European soccer the Super League threatens.
The founding clubs have announced an annual payout of $400 million for all participating clubs. This is surely predicated by future TV contracts and advertising budgets. Money that many fans and other clubs have noticed, wouldn't come from new sources. It would tap directly into the current revenue stream that already trickles oh so slowly down the ranking order. Imagine what Kentucky would spend on its football team if it wasn't profit sharing with the rest of the SEC's bowl prizes and TV contracts. Should these clubs capture those revenue strains, what then becomes of their lesser counterparts in the domestic leagues?
Super League Drama
Well, those lesser clubs aren't going down without a fight. The English Premier League is hosting a meeting amongst the 14 clubs not included in the Super League to determine next steps. Members of Britain's Parliament have threatened to deny visas and prevent the 6 Super League clubs from signing foreign players, thereby hampering their ability to compete. In Spain, Atalanta defender Robin Gosens gave a passionate response to the new league, "People are still dying all over the world, and there's not enough money. These twelve clubs are founding their own league and getting 100 or 150 million shoved up their asses. The sad thing is at the end of the day: it's all about money, money, money."
Gosens has a great point, it's only about the money. The myth that these are Europe's top teams is plainly ridiculous. Arsenal and Tottenham are currently well out of qualification for next year's UEFA Champions and Europa League. Clubs like Ajax (Netherlands) and Porto (Portugal) have knocked a number of these clubs out of international tournaments over the past few years. German and French monster clubs Bayern Munich, BVB Dortmund, and Paris Saint-Germain have all stated they have no interest in participating in such a money grab. The founding clubs have great histories for sure, but they've got the big sponsorships, big fanbases, and the ability to draw the casual fan. It is all about the money.
And that is the only reason this whole thing might actually work. Nobody is excited about this Super League, but this did seem somewhat inevitable (though hilariously executed). The tight games between major clubs feel more and more rare, and it has been hurting viewership. Just because Dynamo Zagreb (Russia) knocked out Juventus in the Champions League doesn't mean anyone watched, or would watch again. Much like in College Football, only diehard Alabama fans want to watch them destroy North Texas. If they lose, hysterical. But that's a gamble no advertiser cares to make with their money.
The players may be punished and the powers that be may be able to fend the Super League off for a while, but it does feel that this may be more and more likely a permanent change to European Soccer. I have not even addressed the traditions and rivalries that are threatened, which will assuredly crush some fans. But, if American sports have shown anything, it's that owners love a socialist system. The Promotion/Relegation system is too big a risk to invest hundreds of millions of dollars.


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Stormy sea in Wick Bay, Caithness – 19th January 2014
Posted: January 19th, 2014 | Tags: Caithness • Photography • Tutorials | Posted in: PhotographyAfter being down in Inverness for a car service yesterday it was nice to get out for a walk today, even if it was stormy! I love photographing the sea, and even more so when it's in a foul sort of mood!
For the past few days the seas around Wick have been fairly rough, I've been able to hear it booming away every time I've left the house to go anywhere. So, today we went for a look down around the bay at high tide… impressive seas.
Never very good for the poor harbour though, looked like it was taking a hammering. I'm always surprised to see the South Pier Lighthouse still standing after the poundings it has taken.
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You weren't born to be ordinary; you were born to be powerful! You feel this deep in your soul. But mediocrity is constantly threatening to keep you trapped forever. Escaping mediocrity is a matter of choice, not chance. Developing a lifestyle of powerful habits is the key to success in every area of your life! This is one of those things that's easier to do in theory than in practice, but only practice counts. Here are some time-tested habits of powerful people.
1. Set Alarms
A strict schedule is one of the primary tenants of success. Many motivational speakers will tell you to create a morning routine that involves waking early, making the bed, and having a nutritious breakfast. Some experts believe the act of making the bed itself can create motivation for the day in an individual.
2. Avoid Temptations
Self-control is one of the most basic principle of self-respect and self-discipline. Anything that could lead to an addiction should be avoided, including unhealthy foods. If drug rehab is necessary to cut ties with an addiction, that is a good way to start on a new path toward a better life built around self-control and respect for your body and your mind. According to a center for drug rehab in California:
"A residential program provides you with in-depth group and individual counseling sessions, where you will learn how to identify and remove obstacles that may interfere with your personal success. Through a variety of clinical and holistic treatments, you discover and resolve the root of your addiction, leading to a healthier and more abundant lifestyle."
3. Eat Healthy
A proper diet that includes well-balanced ratios of the most vital food groups will boost your energy and productivity to levels. Count calories with an app such as MyFitnessPal or Strava. Drink plenty of water as well since most people are dangerously dehydrated throughout most of their lives. Don't fall for fad diets – instead, focus on creating permanent healthy habits. Avoid unnecessary beverages like coffee, alcohol, and sodas.
4. Read
When a group of the richest people on the planet were interviewed about their daily habits, every one included reading in their schedule. Most of them would read for 30 minutes or an hour before bed, but they all claimed it was a habit that they couldn't break now, and wouldn't if they could. Reading is an ideal way to expand your consciousness and therefore yourself. Develop yourself a personal success curriculum. I would recommend Start by Jon Acuff, How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, and Principle-Centered Leadership by Stephen R. Covey, for starters.
"Anything you want to know, anything you want to be, any problem you have to be solved can be learned from a book…Something happens when you read. It's different than television. It's different than listening to a great podcast of a great speaker or a great sermon. It's different than doing something while you're exercising. If you will sit in a quiet space and read, there's something that happens to your spirit connecting to your brain. You will be inspired. There are no leaders who aren't readers."
5. Never Stop Growing
Stagnation is one of the most powerful forces on the planet, and it is responsible for many people reaching plateaus and falling back into mediocrity's trap. If you feel yourself stagnating in life, make a change that will get you out of the rut. Change the scenery. Take on a new project. Learn a new skill. Tackle a bucket list item. Challenges are the launching pad of all growth, so never get too comfortable.
These are just a few of the habits that powerful people employ to help maintain their exquisite lifestyles, and the more habits like these you incorporate into your own life, the most likely you will reach new levels of self-respect and worth.
Rachael Murphey is a writer/entrepreneur living in Denver, CO with her dog Charlie


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Homemade gnocchi delivered to your door, fancy takeaways and pre-made cocktails. Social distancing certainly had its conveniences, but as we emerge from imposed hibernation and into small gatherings, you might need some assistance revisiting your forgotten entertaining skills.
Here's how to remaster the art of at-home entertaining and bring some welcome pizzazz to your hosting.
Forgotten art 1: Candles and conversation
We might have been dining on the couch in the dark, so return to the table again, complete with dressing it accordingly. Tablescaping is the big trend for 2021. Think scalloped edge placemats and napkins, boutique designed place settings, coloured glassware and ornate hand poured beeswax candles. Bed Threads, In The Roundhouse and Maison Balzac have stunning designs to bring life to any table. Pair with our noise-minimising advanced SilenceTech rangehoods that never let extraction volumes get above 54dB – that's no louder than the sound of rain – so those non-Zoom conversations you've been missing, don't get interrupted.
Forgotten art 2: Personal touch
Pre-packaged cocktails might be having a moment, but there's something special about a host pouring a complex drink, lovingly hand shaken or stirred as a welcome. Another round needed? The Stop+Go function on AEG induction cooktops lets you switch to keep-warm mode if ever you need to suddenly interrupt your cooking and play bartender. As for a helping hand with pre-making those finishing touches to surprise and delight on your dishes, you can use our oven's preserving function to make your own jam, preserves, conserves and pickles.
Forgotten art 3: Practice mise en place
Remember the days when you'd pull up a bar stool at a restaurant open kitchen? What stands out as the chefs send out starters, mains, sides, desserts and more is the ease with which they do it – and this is down to "mise en place", or "everything in its place". You'll notice each station is fully prepped with all the ingredients necessary to make a particular dish. Practice this before your dinner party and get all the ingredients out and ready to go before you start cooking. It's is a great way to discover you're short on parsley, or down one lemon, in time to buy more.
Forgotten art 4: Unpretentious food
We've missed the warm buzz of dining more than we've missed hand foraged funghi foam or edible gold leaf. Instead, give your guests great produce, delicious dishes and warm hospitality. The cooktop FlexiBridge feature makes this possible, where you can cook multiple dishes simultaneously, or use it to combine zones and enjoy a larger cooking surface for group – so you spend less time in the kitchen. Another innovation for entertainers is long time chef's secret, SousVide cooking, a gentle method for meltingly tender meat or delicately poached vegetables. It's made possible by our in-built function, meaning no flavour or moisture is lost to the pan or air.
Forgotten art 5: A glass for every drink
Forget all-purpose glassware – champagne is meant to be enjoyed out of your finest flutes, just as Pinot Noir needs to be aired in your wider rim Riedel glasses. For a traditional table, place your guests' water glasses to the left of their red wine and white wine glass, so they can move through the courses. And rather than spending the first hour after your guests have left handwashing and drying your precious drinking vessels, you can trust our dishwashers' dedicated glass washing program. The rubber SoftGrips and SoftSpikes gently cradle your glassware while the unique drying function does away with unwanted water spots, so you're ready to toast your next gathering.


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Hey Mommas and MTB,
Before I hop into this two things – 1) I don't have her weight and inches because we don't have a scale or tape measure in the trailer and 2) I am SO BUMMED because I couldn't get the consistent photo of her on her back, on her blanket with her bunny. I wanted SO BADLY to have the same backdrop for all 12 months to be able to put them side by side to see how much she's grown. Maybe this was a first time mom mistake. I now understand why some mom's take the photos of their baby sitting/propped up in a chair. So here is the best I could get and I'm including some candids at the end of the post. I'm seriously so disappointed. Not for the blog, but for me. I really wanted to have those photos to look back on. But that's motherhood isn't it? You think you have a plan and then your baby bulldozes it and you have to let go of any preconceived notions of how things would be or should be or could be.
This is my first baby update while living on the road full time. We're a little over 1 week in but it feels like it's been so much longer. I'm behind on getting this post up because she's been so difficult and I feel like it will be impossible to get her to hold still for her monthly milestone photo. There's been a lot of changes with Evelyn and we're adjusting to finding a new routine for living on the road that works for us. More on that in a minute but for now:
Milestone Updates:
- Evelyn's starting to learn sign language! She's been signing "all done" for a few months now but she's finally starting to mimic back "Eat," "Sleep" and "Book."
- Her new favorite past time is sticking her fingers or a toy down her throat to gag herself. She does this constantly and I don't know how to get her to stop! A few nights ago she did it to the point where she made herself throw up.
- She loves to put my phone to her ear and pretend to "talk on the phone."
- She's learned to screech and loves to do this constantly- whether happy, mad or bored. She especially loves to do this in public.
- She has 4 top teeth and 4 bottom teeth.
- She's starting to take independent steps. Every day she's getting a few more steps down in a row and standing for longer periods.
- Gagging herself
- Ripping out fistfuls of Mommy's hair
- Giving Mommy love bites (that are more painful than loving)
- Having her diaper changed
- Anything other than meat or berries
- Being in her car seat
Also worth noting – We specifically looked for a "back bunkhouse" style travel trailer. It's a back room with a slide out to make it extra spacious. She has a foam floor mat, activity table, activity cube & pushcart, several toys and books. She has a large bottom bunk to play/snuggle/read with mommy and daddy. We did this specifically so she would have a safe place to play. We bought one that had a clear line of sight so I could see her and she could see me while I'm cooking or washing dishes. However, does she like her new room? Nope. "What are her favorite toys?," you ask. They are, in the order – the fire extinguisher mounted into the wall, the screen door which could easily be pushed through and have her toppling down the stairs and the keys & cords in the entry way. Special mention to the toilet and kitchen trash can as well.
This 10 month milestone update isn't coming off too well is it? Mammas, i'm struggling. For so many reasons. I feel like we're pushing her with being on the road and I just don't know what to do. We are currently staying at an "RV resort" with all the amenities. We're taking a week "off" from exploring to keep her schedule consistent, giving her a chance to play at the lake (she LOVED it) and take it easy and slow for a few days. Today went well (minus the grocery store screeching). I finally had wifi and cell service to research ways to make long car rides more manageable for her and just ordered a ton of crap on Amazon (which goes against all my minimal goals) that came highly recommended to try to make things easier on her.
We were going to go into Canada this week but are staying closer to home while we get our sea legs and to give her some more time to adjust. If you follow me on instagram you saw that within the first week of us being on the road she got her first ever fever and a rash.
Aside from this whole full time traveling variable, she's just becoming more like a toddler. With preferences and options (strong ones). And i'm torn between – do I start disciplining or is she struggling with all the change and I need to cut her slack? Or something in between?
I feel like i'm a pretty stable person who doesn't have crazy mood swings but motherhood feels like a bipolar cycle of the most amazing highs and the most soul crushing, nipple pained lows. And the days just blend together of "when will she finally sleep through the night" or "when will I finally be able to stop putting breast pads in my bra" and then all of sudden your baby is almost a year old and you're like "how did this happen?" I feel like I was finally starting to get the hang of this baby thing and now she's changing again and i'm back at square one.
Even though it's been hard, I'm happy. We're getting so many great moments together. Every day there's a melt down but I also get to experience so much joy with her as she notices more and more each day. And those are the memories I know I'll hold on to. I'll forget about the car melt downs, or at least it'll be more of a "funny" story down the road. But the moments of her splashing in a lake for the first time, or starting to take steps or snuggling up to read books – those make it all worth it.


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Confectionary brand launches video game
Advertising & Marketing
The "Deliciously Dark Escape" game can be accessed through QR codes on Trolli's sweet packaging
Spotted: Confectionary brand Trolli, part of the Ferrara brand, has debuted a video game, the "Deliciously Dark Escape", where players protect their gummy avatars from various obstacles.
The game comes in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the confectionary industry hasn't been hit as hard as others, fewer celebrations around Easter and Halloween ensured fewer sweets were bought, a fact which did take its toll.
The game can only be accessed by buying the Trolli gummy worms, contained in which is a QR code, which unlocks a secret website. Users can then access a 14-day PlayStation Plus trial, a Trolli Dynamic Theme for PS4 and the Trolli game.
Gamifying the sweets is a strategic move: Dave Foldes, senior brand manager for Trolli, cites an Entertainment Software Association report that three-fourths of American households have at least one gamer, 21% of whom are younger than 18 years old. Leveraging the desires of this younger market is a sure way of guaranteeing sales in a year that hasn't been advantageous for any retailer.
Their use of QR codes is also strategic: as their use on smartphones become more and more standard, the easy-to-access nature of the codes makes the game even more appealing to a consumer.
The Trolli gummy sweets, complete with QR codes, are available across the US.
Written By: Holly Hamilton
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20th November 2020
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You are probably thinking – Christmas? It's only June! BUT you can never start preparing for Christmas too soon in my opinion – especially Christmas cards! Most of us need lots of Christmas cards so why not start early and save some of the stress that inevitably comes during the holiday season.
With that in mind, I've decided to offer something a little different this year… a Christmas Card Club. This class can be taken in person or to go!
BONUS: If you commit to the 6-month club before June 19th, you'll receive a 6×6 sampler pack of the new Be Merry dsp with your first kit.
Here are all the details…
CHRISTMAS CARD CLUB – once a month from July to December or pick and choose when you'd like to attend.
Let's get a jump on the holiday season this year!
Join my Christmas Card
Club and each month you will receive a stamp set ($25-$30 value),
create 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs) + a bonus project (could be a card
with a fancy fold, a gift idea or something else) all focused around
that one stamp set. Don't want, or already own, the stamp set – no
worries, simply request an alternate of equal or lesser value.
all this for just $50/month. Commit to the 6-month club and you'll
receive a free class in January (class to be announced)!
Can't attend? Ask for the club to go! Each month you'll receive a
package in the mail containing the stamp set, all consumable supplies to
create all the projects – you provide the ink! Detailed instructions
will be emailed to you. Additional shipping charges will apply.
Don't want to commit to 6-months? Attend the classes you'd like for a class fee of $35 (doesn't include the stamp set)
Payment and registration is due by July 3rd! But don't forget, commit to the club by June 19th and get a free Be Merry dsp sampler.
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Causes to Take Your Enterprise Offshore
Establishing an offshore firm could also be a great choice for you if you're trying to develop your enterprise internationally and defend your belongings. You could have heard it's fully professional to arrange your enterprise offshore to take good thing about legal guidelines that defend your belongings and cut back your tax burden. If you find yourself pondering of establishing an offshore firm, the standard boundaries are gone. You're rising your enterprise globally. With a world mindset and an offshore firm, it is best to spot good alternatives and transfer quick. It's fairly straightforward to arrange an organization in a overseas land. With so many service suppliers working on this area, it's fast to arrange and function. You'll have entry to professionals to make your enterprise thrive. Additionally, the fee related to establishing and sustaining the brand new firm is offset by the numerous benefits. Registration would require minimal capital, normally lower than what's required for an onshore jurisdiction. Additionally in sure jurisdictions, there isn't a capital required for registration or reporting necessities.
Consultants providing offshore IBC companies advocate their purchasers to open firms at worldwide areas. If the corporate is ready and managed correctly, it should cut back or fully take away a enterprise's tax burden within the offshore nation, relying on the legal guidelines of nation the place it's included. In full conformity with the native tax legal guidelines of a specific jurisdiction, the corporate has the power to extend worth of its shareholders by legally decreasing their tax legal responsibility. It has additionally been discovered that firms working in offshore jurisdictions are additionally good instruments for holding all types of worldwide belongings, together with mental property. Many jurisdictions have sturdy legal guidelines concerning formation and safety of belongings held by an organization included. Mental property is usually a huge a part of these belongings. By establishing an offshore firm, you get a golden likelihood to entry world markets. It's a good way to develop a enterprise in a brand new nation. It additionally permits you to get pleasure from dwelling as an expat in unique areas. You'll get pleasure from assembly like-minded individuals from completely different components of the world and discover new cultures and experiences. You'll discover many firms that supply offshore IBC companies and assist in establishing firms offshore. Contact one among them if you're additionally trying to develop your enterprise globally. They'll aid you in establishing an organization primarily based in your wants evaluation and different necessities.


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Chelsea got the first goal of the game from a brilliant effort from Tammy Abraham in the 3rd minute of the encounter, after receiving a lovely cross from Chelsea's captain, Ceaser Azpilicueta following a fine run from the right wing. Todd Cantwell restored parity to Norwich three minutes later after a fine run with the ball from Teemu Pukki was well delivered to Cantwell who placed the ball through Kepa's legs into the back of the net.
In the 17th minute, Lampard's men were on top of their game with Mason Mount grabbing the second goal for the Blues via Pulisic's pass as Norwich failed to clear the ball off their area, Chelsea took advantage of Farke's men failure and had the lead for the second time in the game.
Fifteen minutes to the end of the first half Teemu Pukki took advantage of Chelsea's defence and fired home a superb ball to bring Farke's men into the game once again. The forward has now scored 5goals in three matches this season, making him the current top scorer of the new season.
Tammy Abraham became the hero when he got the winning goal for Chelsea in the 68th minute of the game, the Englishman benefited from a counter launched by Kepa, before Kovacic delivered the ball to Abraham who run two Norwich's defender to place the ball past Krul.
Chelsea have now recorded four points from three games, as Lampard continue to build the team with young players.
After 90 minutes, it Norwich 2-3 Chelsea, so it ended at the Carrow Road Stadium.
⇒Norwich 2-3 Chelsea FT.
• Tammy Abraham 3' Chelsea
• Todd Can't well 6' Norwich
• Mason Mount 17' Chelsea
• Teemu Pukki 30' Norwich
• Tammy Abraham 68' Chelsea
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Harrods: Chinese New Year 2014
Heralding the start of 2014 Harrods have a spectacular window display design to celebrate Chinese New Year. 2014 is China's year of the horse …..
JUSTSO produced the stunning hand sculpted stallions that flank the mannequins in the individual windows. They are resplendent with the lush colours of a tropical Asian sunset: poppy reds, saffron yellows and glowing golds…… The amazing Harrods team have dressed the ladies in classic couture from designers such as, Alexander McQueen, Tom Ford , Dior , Erdem and Roberto Cavalli to name but a few.
The mannequins are wearing the most exclusive collection of head dresses from the globally acclaimed milliner Philip Treacy OBE, these pieces are his prized personal archive collection and are only for exhibition purposes, though his current collection is for sale in store.
Philip Treacy has designed hats for Alexander McQueen's white Haute Couture collection at Givenchy, for Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel, for Valentino, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan. He was awarded the title of British Accessory Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards on five occasions during the early 1990s. The late Isabella Blow, style editor of Tatler, helped Treacy launch himself as a well-known milliner and wore many of his hats. He has also designed hats for various Harry Potter films , Sarah Jessica Parker Sex and the City and the famous Lady Gaga Friday Night with Jonathan Rossand many more.
These incredibly elegant and beautiful hats are a key visual merchandising element of this captivating creative window display design wishing everyone a wonderful start to the New Year!
Happy Chinese New Year from JUSTSO.


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We are a group of professional captains and now yacht charter brokers who are working in coordination with yacht owners, captains, and the crew, so that we are able to prepare your yacht charter itineraries and food and beverage preferences while yacht charter cruising a trouble free yacht charter holiday with us.
Your Transfer from the airport to the yacht will be taken care of as well as your food and beverages not to mention wireless internet. In addition to this, you will come across local restaurants on your way along the coastline, in case you would prefer to have a night out and try some other local dishes.
With a yacht in Dubai, you will find numerous yachts on our website and they are all available upon request. Nevertheless, these luxury yachts are only a small number of what we can offer since there are many more yachts in our worldwide network. Here is a yacht in Dubai, our job is to find you the most suitable yacht to enjoy the places that you and your loved ones prefer in the company of a professional yacht crew to serve you with the utmost attention.


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InMare 2020: the best of
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Key word: initiative
The end of 2020 comes near, so it's only natural to look back at this year's most satisfying projects: every time we could find new solutions, or that time we reduced delivery time despite the lockdown.
Or when bureaucracy was complicating things.
The Municipality of Ranco is expanding a floating dock in a specific situation: the close passage of ferry-boats causes disturbing waves, so the dock needs to have adequate protections.
We propose our Big Fender, the biggest of our L-shaped profiles for floating docks, that completely covers the angle of the dock. But there is an issue: our standard colors, blue and white, are usually rejected by the local Basin Authority. Without waiting for the Authority's response, we decide to start a pilot production of charcoal grey Big Fender, since we know that dark grey is one of the colors that the environmental restriction allows.
The grey Big Fender are approved and delivered with no delay on the original schedule. Maybe we should add charcoal grey to our Big Fender palette!
This is just one of the project we completed in 2020.
We are proud of it, because we managed to satisfy our client needs.
Check out more of our 'Best of 2020'!
Key word: rapidity
Jachthaven Stichting Muiden
Key word: flexibility
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Ocala's Historic Downtown Square
The Jaxson takes a walk through Ocala's Downtown Square, a district that is home to one of the largest concentration of 19th century commercial buildings in Florida.
Article by Ennis Davis, AICP. Contact Ennis at email@example.com
About Downtown Square
The 49th most populated city in Florida with 60,000 residents, known as the "Horse Capital of the World", Ocala is not a city that many think about when the conversation turns to a discussion about downtown revitalization. Nevertheless, the city has made significant strides in bringing life and activity to its revitalizing downtown district.
Located near what was believed to be a major Timucua chiefdom and village, Downtown Square is considered the heart and soul of the city that was first settled in 1849 and incorporated in 1869.
Designated as a National Register Historic District on June 3, 1999, the Ocala Historic Commercial District encompasses approximately 90 acres of properties surrounding the historic downtown square that was designated as a public square in the original plat of Ocala in 1846. Home to one of the largest concentration of commercial buildings in the state that date back to the late 19th century when Ocala was one of the state's largest cities, the historic Downtown Square is now known as a popular destination for local restaurants and retail boutiques.
A Photographic Walk Through Downtown Square
Downtown Square
Broadway Street
With buildings dating back to 1885, Broadway Street is home to the oldest collection of historic commercial structures surrounding the Downtown Square.
In 2016, the former four story Sprint Building was converted into 18 residential condominium units.


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Sesame Workshop
Bright and colorful, with Bird Bird and other animated Muppet characters taking turns cheerfully greeting visitors, www.sesamestreet.org is a beautifully realized extension of the celebrated PBS children's series into the Internet age. The website brings together a wide array of weekly updated, interactive content for preschoolers. The possibilities are enormous. With or without parental guidance, for this is a secure, safe site, visitors can select from nearly 500 Flash-based games that have been created to help toddlers and preschoolers learn their letters, numbers and more. Or they can watch Sesame Street videos, both classic and new. More than 3,000 are available, and some have been modified into games that enable children to interact directly with them. There's even a section for parents and caregivers with advice on everything from potty training to coping with trauma. For taking a fabled television concept to a new dimension, www.sesamestreet.org receives a Peabody Award.
Executive Producer: Miles Ludwig. Creative Director/Head Writer: Jason Milligan. Senior Producer: Johanna Egger. Producers: Alison Folino, Tina Moglia. Supervising Producer: Glace Chou. Director, Online Projects: Jessica Yin. Art Director: Russell Zambito. Editor: Meghann Artes.


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The Kickstarter campaign takes off soon for Alin Silverwood's Infinite Souls: A Halloween Tale of the Indieverse. This comic book will feature new characters teaming up in a classic tale of good versus evil. Listen as Eduardo M. Freyre, and Vicky Jakubowski chat with Roy Johnson on the concept and characters we will meet in Infinite Souls. There will be emotional angst – wanting to know more details but trying to avoid spoilers. Tangents will run amuck – as we delve into other horror comic books, movies, and stories. From the Exorcist to Rob Zombie and Tales from the Crypt to Werewolf by Night, we dissect the genre and our own Halloween favorites. Join in on our fun and hang on for another wild ride.
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Developing a more flexible packaging system and improvements
The Group's activities are the development, manufacture and sale of specialised products for research-based biotechnology supply and for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Amersham Health, provides diagnostic and predictive imaging products and services and related therapeutic products that focuses on cardiology, neurology and cancer. Amersham Biosciences, develops and provides integrated systems and solutions for disease research, drug development and manufacture.


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Are you one of the nearly 34,000 disabled residents of Lexington, Kentucky? If so, you are part of 11.3 percent of the population who may benefit from the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. Throughout the city, you might notice provisions designed to make your life easier, such as wheelchair ramps, closed captions for the deaf, or accessible public restrooms.
Besides these accommodations, Kentucky provides many resources for disabled residents that can benefit you. Perhaps you have attended a meeting of the Commission for People with Disabilities at the Lexington Senior Center. Or you might have created a Smart911 Safety Profile to share important information in case of an emergency.
At Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers, we too want to do what we can to improve the quality of your life. Our resourceful attorneys are dedicated to helping people like you qualify for disability benefits. If your claim was denied, we can investigate what went wrong and do our best to get you the financial support you need.
Contact us at (800) 800-4600 or visit our law office at 211 E. New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY, 40505, for a free legal consultation.
Social Security: Understanding Your Rights
Social Security is simply an insurance program. American workers pay taxes from their salaries to support the system. In general, the program benefits:
- Retired people
- People with disabilities
- Dependents of beneficiaries
- Spouses and children of deceased workers
Not every disabled person qualifies for benefits. According to SSA qualification guidelines, you must be unable to work due to a physical or mental condition expected to either last at least 1 year or end in death.
In 2019, 86 percent of the 69.1 million people that collected benefits were disabled. These funds can be a lifesaver for disabled Kentucky residents struggling with making ends meet. Are you wondering how you can be a beneficiary?
Fayette County Disability Claims: Understanding Your Benefits
What type of benefits does this program provide for Americans? The answer depends on your personal circumstances.
Monthly benefits
If you worked a job in the past, your check will be based on your wage records. In 2019, disabled men and women received an average monthly benefit of $1,128 to $1,384.
Family members might also be eligible for payments. For example, the caregiver of a disabled child or unmarried children with a disabled parent may also apply. Qualifying family members get up to half of the disability benefit amount.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program benefits
Blind or disabled children and adults can apply for income support from the SSI program. As of December 2019, about 8.1 million people received SSI benefits. Your monthly payment depends on many factors. but the average amount in 2019 was $566. The highest limits are $783 for individuals and $1,175 for couples.
Health insurance
Medicare is an insurance program that serves people with disabilities. Once you enroll, Medicare Part A covers some of the costs associated with inpatient hospital care. Part A also pays for some skilled nursing facilities, home health care, and hospice.
Medicare Part B and D are optional. Part B concerns doctor services, outpatient care, medical equipment, and certain preventative medical services. Part D covers prescription drug costs. Sometimes you might pay an extra monthly premium for these services based on your eligibility and income.
Medicare Part C is now known as the Medicare Advantage Plan. This plan is a combination of Parts A and B. Its benefits can help you afford your prescription drugs and vision, hearing, and dental services.
After you get disability benefits for 2 years, you will qualify for Medicare Part A. You can qualify before 24 months if:
- You have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Your permanent kidney failure requires dialysis or replacement
- You pay a monthly premium
Survivors benefits
If someone dies, the family can apply for benefits based on the deceased's work. If you are a spouse, parent, or unmarried child, you likely qualify. Additionally, you might also claim a one-time payment if you meet certain requirements.
Survivors often receive 75 to 100 percent of the deceased person's basic benefit. Feel free to contact our Social Security Disability team to learn if you are eligible.
How a Lexington Social Security Disability Attorney Can Help You Secure Your Benefits
The benefits you collect do not depend on how much you paid in taxes. In fact, there is no guarantee that you will ever get a penny. The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages the money and decides who qualifies for benefits.
Here is a quote from 2020's SSA benefits guide: "The money you pay in taxes [is not] held in a personal account for you to use when you get benefits. We use your taxes to pay people who are getting benefits right now."
Another of the SSA's publications explains that the program is not sustainable over the long term at current benefit and tax rates…The Trustees estimate that the combined OASI and DI trust fund reserves will be depleted by 2035."
Due to SSA's limited funds, they must manage claims carefully. They deny claims for a number of reasons. Lexington Social Security Disability lawyers can help you avoid common mistakes that can cost you the benefits you need to provide for your family. For example, a Social Security attorney can do the following on your behalf:
Collect appropriate medical evidence
Along with your Social Security Disability application, you must present proof that you have a medical problem that affects your ability to work. Our team of Lexington Social Security lawyers stays current with disability claim requirements.
Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers can collect your medical records from primary care physicians and other sources. Our team might also examine your work records, including your use of sick days, to prove your condition interferes with your job.
Why not allow the professionals to strengthen your insurance application before you send it? Save yourself time and stress by calling (800) 800-4600 today to schedule a time to speak with a member of our legal team.
Submit materials on time
Turning in your completed application on time is as important as including the right documentation. A capable Lexington Social Security Disability attorney knows what you need and how to get it. He or she can quickly compile the materials you need to meet strict SSA deadlines.
The local benefits office often requests applicants to schedule medical exams with specific doctors. You will need to show up for your appointments on time.
Cooperate with your Lexington Social Security case manager
Cooperation can make the difference between an approved or a rejected disability claim. Yet, if you do not realize what your SSA case manager expects of you, you could make a mistake before you realize it.
A knowledgeable Social Security Disability attorney can alert you of potential problems. For instance, you might not think it is a big deal to skip a treatment session or adjust your medicine dosage. Yet, your case manager might interpret these actions as a failure to cooperate. If you experience side effects or other issues that affect your treatment regimen, talk to your healthcare provider.
Why Contacting a Hughes & Coleman Attorney is Urgent If Your Kentucky Disability Claim is Denied
Once you receive a decision from SSA, you have a limited window to ask for an appeal. If you miss the deadline, you might lose your rights to an appeal. If that happens, the most recent decision of the Social Security Administration becomes final.
Why risk losing your ability to provide for yourself and your family? Please contact our Lexington Social Security legal team as soon as you receive your decision letter. Our disability claim phone lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us at (800) 800-4600 or complete our convenient case evaluation form.
The Social Security disability attorney representing you can appeal your case. He or she can investigate if you have a valid claim or if you were awarded a fair amount of benefits.
The four levels of appeal
There are 4 levels of appeal, including the following.
A reconsideration would mean a complete review of your Fayette County disability claim. Someone who did not participate in the original review will look at the evidence. Once the new case manager decides whether your claim is valid, SSA will send you a letter with the new decision.
You can request a hearing if you disagree with the outcome of the reconsideration. Usually, hearings are held within 75 miles of your home, so you might have to travel as far as Louisville to attend an appeals hearing. When an administrative law judge is assigned to your case, you will be notified of the time and the place of your hearing.
A Hughes & Coleman Social Security Disability benefits attorney can let you know what to expect. He or she might also help you compile more evidence to improve your claim. For example, your attorney might ask medical or occupational experts to explain why your health prevents you from working during the trial.
Your attorney can represent you at your hearing. However, unless your health prevents it, "it is usually to your advantage to attend the hearing." If you cannot participate, though, your attorney can help you prepare a letter to explain why you are unable to come.
Appeals Council
The Appeals Council is a group of 3 members who oversee the hearings and appeals process. They do not accept every case. If they have no reason to question the administrative law judge's decision, they will deny your request for an Appeals Council review.
At Hughes & Coleman, we realize how essential it is to present the most convincing evidence to this committee. Otherwise, your case might never be heard. If the Appeals Council accepts your request, they will review the evidence of your case and send you a copy of their decision.
Federal district court
In rare cases, a disability claims attorney will need to pursue your claim in a Kentucky federal district court.
Contact Hughes & Coleman to Secure Your Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits Today
Hughes & Coleman, established in 1985, has a long history of securing federal aid for people with permanent disabilities. We want to help you too and can help you submit your initial application for Lexington Social Security Disability benefits.
The bottom line is SSA can deny your disability claim. Is that a chance you are willing to take?
A Social Security Disability benefits attorney with our firm can help you avoid mistakes that might disqualify your claim. Our hardworking team will help you gather evidence quickly to meet deadlines and complete your claim on time.
If you tried and failed to get your benefits approved, our law firm can investigate what went wrong. Our meticulous personal injury lawyers can strengthen your case to get you a successful appeal. You can speak to someone right now. Call (800) 800-4600 now for a free, no-obligation consultation.


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Would you like to meet Robin Ince?
Comedian, actor and writer, Robin Ince is coming to Westwood Books in Sedbergh on Friday 26th November at 7pm. Well known for presenting 'The Infinite Monkey Cage' with Brian Cox. Robin has appeared on T.V., at Live Events and on Internet Podcasts. Robin has won several awards and has appeared at numerous science events, conversing with some of the world's greatest minds. Now with his latest book, 'The Importance of Being Interested', he is coming to Sedbergh to talk to you about why science is important and not as difficult or as dull as some may believe.
In this erudite and witty book, Robin reveals why scientific wonder isn't just for the professionals. Filled with interviews featuring astronauts, comedians, teachers, quantum physicists, neuroscientists and more – as well as charting Robin's own journey with science – The Importance of Being Interested explores why many wrongly think of the discipline as distant and difficult. From the glorious appeal of the stars above to why scientific curiosity can encourage much needed intellectual humility, this optimistic and profound book will leave you filled with a thirst for intellectual adventure.
This is a ticketed event, get your tickets here before they run out!


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Depression Treatment Specialist Q&A
If you, or a loved one, have questions or concerns about depression, visit Success Health System LLC. Our board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Moses Tabe Ambilichu M.D is here to answer your concerns. Contact us today for more information or schedule an appointment online! We have convenient locations to serve you in Creve Coeur MO, St. Louis MO, Independence MO, Columbia MO, and Olathe KS.
Table of Contents:
What is depression?
What are the symptoms of depression?
What causes depression?
What help is available for depression at Success Health System?
The stigma surrounding mental illness, and depression, in particular, is still very much a problem in today's society and it is believed that more than half of those with mental illness do not seek help because of their fear of being discriminated against. Stigma, discrimination, or prejudice stem from fear or a lack of understanding, so it is important that we educate ourselves in these areas for both our own benefit and that of society as a whole.
Depression is also known as Major Depressive Disorder and is a serious medical illness that negatively impacts a person's life in the way they feel, think, and act. It causes feelings of sadness and loss of interest in things that were once enjoyed and, if left untreated, can have a severely detrimental effect on one's ability to function on a day-to-day basis. Depression affects approximately one in 15 adults in any given year, and it is estimated that one in six people will experience the illness at some point in their life. Depression can occur at any time, but the average age tends to be in the late teens to mid-20s. Women are more likely than men to experience depression, and some studies have shown that one-third of women are likely to experience a major depressive episode in their lifetime.
The good news is that depression is among the most treatable of mental illnesses, and medication can help someone who is experiencing depressive symptoms. These drugs, called anti-depressants, may be prescribed to help modify a person's brain chemistry as it is believed that a chemical imbalance in the brain can play a part in depression. Patients are generally recommended to continue taking the medication for a least six months after symptoms improve, and between 80% and 90% of patients will eventually respond well to treatment.
Symptoms of depression can vary from mild to moderate to severe and can include:
• Feeling sad or blue
• Losing interest or pleasure in something that was once enjoyed
• Gaining or losing weight that isn't related to dieting
• Having difficulties in sleeping or sleeping too much
• Feeling more fatigued and having less energy
• Increase in unnecessary physical activities, such as pacing or being unable to sit still
• Having feelings of guilt or worthlessness
• Finding it difficult to think, concentrate, or make decisions
• Having suicidal thoughts or ideations
In order for a diagnosis of depression to be reached the symptoms must continue for at least two weeks and must demonstrate a change in the level of functioning.
Depression can affect anyone, even someone who, on the surface, may appear to be living a happy and fulfilled life, and there are several factors that can play a part:
• Biochemistry: Imbalances in certain brain chemicals may contribute to depressive symptoms.
• Genetics: Depression can run in families; there is an estimated 40% increase in the likelihood of a person having depression if their parents, children, or siblings have the illness.
• Personality: People with a generally pessimistic outlook on life, have a low stress tolerance, or suffer from low self-esteem are more likely to experience depression.
• Environmental factors: Being continually exposed to violence, abuse, neglect or poverty could make some people more vulnerable to depression.
Success Health System offers services for many mental health disorders, including depression. Our board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Moses Tabe Ambilichu, also specializes in psychiatric medication management and telepsychiatry, and treats people of all ages, from children through to seniors. Together with his experienced team of medical professionals, you can be sure to receive the compassionate, individually tailored, and cost-effective care that you deserve, all the while being treated with respect and without judgment.
If you, or a loved one, have questions or concerns about depression, call Success Health System today, or schedule an appointment online. We offer treatment options for anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), depression, substance abuse, and more. We serve patients from Creve Coeur MO, St. Louis MO, Independence MO, Olathe KS, Columbia MO, Craig KS, Spring Hill KS, Pierpont MO, Kirkwood MO, Kansas City MO, River Bend MO & Beyond!
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Additional Services You May Be Interested In
▸Addiction Treatment
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▸Depressive Disorders
▸Mental Disorder
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▸Phobias and Fears Therapist
▸Substance Disorder
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Not sure if these are a doughnut or a bagel, cuz the texture was in between that cake-y-ness from a doughnut yet not overly sweet to be a doughnut and on the bagel side….
Hey, whatever you call these, they are GOOD! Right up my ally if you ask me! And because they are only sweetened with blueberries, they are low in sugar and can even be SIBO compliant!
And did I mention full of protein?! Win win!
2 eggs
1 tsp baking soda
3 level scoops of my x Nuzest Probiotic Vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 cup cashew butter (20% off: lilsipper – one time use only so stock up!)
Frozen wild blueberries
Whisk eggs, then add remaining ingredients except blueberries. Transfer batter into cupcake tins or doughnut pan. Bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes or until the batter rises and a toothpick comes out clean.


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Want to find out more about how you can safeguard your people in a changing world? Read the whitepaper to discover what considerations your business needs to be taking into account for its own roadmap out of lockdown, and the steps you need to take to safeguard your people whatever your plan.
The UK Prime Minister has announced his roadmap out of lockdown, with a plan that could allow all restrictions to be lifted by 21st June. The gradual return to business, depending on sector, means that employers can begin making their own plans to re-open workplaces and offices. Safeguarding employees upon the return to office working will require an open mind and should be based upon the identified needs of the organisation and of the employees. As the principal deliverers of safeguarding and people strategy, HR will play a key role in shaping and making these changes. By using technology that enables new ways of working, alongside the provision of physical solutions and two-way communication with employees around their experience and needs, HR can keep the workplace safe for all users.
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Flexibility when planning: There is no 'one size fits all' for organisations in considering how workplaces and offices should be reconfigured. Where most or all employees are returning into the office, multiple small separate offices may replace the open-plan environment. For those encouraging remote-working, perhaps the office may principally have a conference room function for occasional group meetings. The location may change from expensive city centres to smaller, less 'vibey' neighbourhoods. It's very much down to the individual needs of the people in the organisation, so gaining their views and feedback about working practices is vital.
Technology & Tools: Consider implementing some 'self-service HR' to reduce the legwork. This will free up time to allow HR to fulfil its future role in supporting a changing workforce. Chatbots, portals and automated workflows can help here, as can specific solutions including desk booking apps that support safeguarding while encouraging collaboration and increased productivity.
Physical measures: Daily anti-viral cleaning of shared equipment such as telephones; a regular deep-cleaning schedule; social-distancing of desk spaces and seating in conference areas; providing hand sanitiser, disposable paper desk mats and additional handwashing facilities; introducing improved airflow or air filtration systems where appropriate, and ensuring windows can be opened safely. Signage to share health and safety information and direct movement around the office, with particular attention to doorways and areas that might become congested such as around the kettle, lifts or in washrooms, canteens and vending machines.
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Overhauling Processes: The 'next normal' is going to require an overhaul of key processes such as onboarding and annual appraisals, with on-going assessment and appraisals using performance monitoring technology. Introduce a post-pandemic re-induction process that looks into the employee's needs – which may have changed significantly during the pandemic – and how the organisation can meet these while also achieving its own objectives. This may also include updated safeguarding training to ensure procedures are fit for purpose and protect all individuals – employees, customers and suppliers, along with specific training in PPE use.
Introducing flexibility into recruitment: Covid-19 has changed the size and breadth of the talent pool for organisations, opening up more Diversity and Inclusion and greater opportunity for candidates. This will require a more flexible and inclusive recruitment policy and more flexible working terms in order to attract and engage the best talent. It may also play a key role in retaining talent and minimising 'flight risk' as people are keen to stay and be associated with forward-thinking and progressive organisations that demonstrate that it values its employees.
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Oliveira-Alves Bruno Mazziotti, da Silva Rubens Alexandre, Rosa Luciano Moreira, de Mesquita Thiago Rosa, de Oliveira Paulo Rui, Lima Burigo Ricardo et Amorim Cesar F.. (2018). Postural control analysis during a standardized kick task in soccer athletes. Revista Brasileira de Medicina do Esporte, 24, (2), p. 89-96.
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Postural control is a determining factor for functional performance and motor skills during sports activities.
The objective of this study was to investigate postural control during the controlled soccer ball kicking task through a biomechanical analysis system.
The sample consisted of 11 professional male athletes recruited using convenience sampling, with a mean age of 22 years. The athletes performed twenty-five precision kicks at a target, with the ball in vertical motion released by means of a hand-held device synchronized with the computed biomechanical measurements. Marking of the lower limb segments involved in the kick and the ball were analyzed by accelerometry, while postural control measures were quantified by a force platform in three axes of movement. The support leg was investigated in single leg stance during all tests on the force platform. The main variables of postural control calculated by stabilographic analysis and computed during the 25 kicks were: center of pressure (COP) displacement area, velocity and frequency of COP oscillation in the anteroposterior and mediolateral directions. The mean was used for final analysis to determine the differences in the three phases: pre-kick, kick, and post-kick.
The results revealed significant differences (p <0.01) between the three phases, with the kick phase presenting higher values of postural COP oscillations than the other phases. The COP area and oscillation velocity were the variables with greatest sensitivity to changes in the kick phase, obtaining an effect size of d = 14 and d = 12, respectively. In clinical terms, the increase in COP values reached 557% between the pre-kick and kick phases; this difference was reduced to 241% when compared to post-kick (i.e., difference between kick and post-kick was 316%).
These results have important implications for the perception of postural control responses during soccer ball kicks and consequently, for injury prevention when motor and sensory deficits are diagnosed in soccer players. Level of Evidence III; Study of nonconsecutive patients; without consistently applied reference ''gold'' standard.
Type de document: | Article publié dans une revue avec comité d'évaluation |
Volume: | 24 |
Numéro: | 2 |
Pages: | p. 89-96 |
Version évaluée par les pairs: | Oui |
Date: | 2018 |
Sujets: | Sciences de la santé Sciences de la santé > Sciences de l'activité physique et réadaptation Sciences de la santé > Sciences de l'activité physique et réadaptation > Physiothérapie |
Département, module, service et unité de recherche: | Départements et modules > Département des sciences de la santé > Unité d'enseignement en physiothérapie |
Mots-clés: | postural oscillation, soccer, physiotherapy therapy specialty |
Déposé le: | 05 juin 2019 17:47 |
Dernière modification: | 05 juin 2019 17:47 |
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15&'s Park Ji Min Interview Part 2: "People Ask Why I Joined JYP, But I Don't Regret It..."
15& made a comeback with "Somebody" and immediately topped charts upon release. With such a good early response, critics are wondering if the group has a bit hit on their hands.
The talented duo debuted with "I Dream," but wasn't able to actively promote the track. Therefore, many are curious to see how this song will fare in the market. Park Ji Min also received a lot of the spotlight the previous year as the winner of popular audition program "K-Pop Star."
Some critics and public alike have voiced that the reason Park Ji Min's lack of success is due to her choice of agency. Lee Hi, the runner-up on the same program and now part of YG Entertainment, is nicknamed "monster rookie" and has broke the record of a rookie grabbing first place on music charts unlike Park Ji Min. Baek Ah Yeon, who is also under JYP Entertainment, hasn't reached the fame and success as Lee Hi and the public questioned whether it's because of their choice in agency.
When people asked her "Why did you pick JYP?" she couldn't understand how they could ask that kind of question. She's satisfied with her choice, but the topic can become touchy for such a young girl.
"I came here because I really like it here, but I don't get why other people don't understand me. YG, SM and JYP all have pros and cons. However, I love the happy atmosphere at JYP. I love the harmonious and warm-hearted atmosphere here. I picked this place because of the family-like image. If I'm not comfortable at a company, it's hard to sing, but I like JYP's freedom. Unlike other rookies, we can use our phones and the company is very considerate. JYP has a lot of charms. I really don't regret my choice. I'm satisfied with picking JYP. I think that I can show my charms better here."
15&'s other half, Baek Ye Rin chipped in. Having been a trainee at JYP for many years, she added, "When I see trainees from other companies, I definitely notice the difference. I'm definitely receiving much interest from the company workers and, in general, the JYP staff cares a lot for the trainees. The family-like atmosphere is a characteristic of the company. I definitely don't regret it."


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