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Camping Recipes – Gourmet, Dutch Oven, Grill and Healthy Meals
This article features a few yummy recipes for cooking with a propane stove, charcoal or a campfire while camping. If you have never tried these recipes, I must tell you that there is nothing quite like a yummy soup for dinner as it gets a little chilly when you're camping.
Before I tried these recipes, I never knew what I was missing. Sure, there is a little bit of extra planning involved, and definitely some cleanup, but these recipes will help to make a truly memorable camping experience.
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Blueberry Bagels with Honey Nut Cream Cheese
This is a basic recipe, but it works well if you don't feel like cooking a big breakfast. Get a blueberry bagel and slice open. Spread a layer of honey nut cream cheese on each half. Enjoy.
Breakfast Recipes
Everything Bagels with Egg, Bacon, Tomatoes and Smoked Gouda Cheese
1 bag everything bagels (these have sesame, poppyseed, and other types of seeds on the outside)
1-2 eggs per person
1 fresh tomato, sliced (you'll use 1 slice per person)
1 pkg. bacon (plan for about 2 pieces per person)
1 pkg. (7oz.) of smoked Gouda cheese
Oil for frying pan
Propane stove
2 small frying pans
Knife for slicing
1. Slice tomatoes and cheese first. Cooking on the propane stove goes fast, so you want to have these ready. The cheese comes in a thick wax coating. Use the knife to puncture the coating and peel it off.
2. In this recipe, I used 3 eggs (for two people). Beat eggs in bowl with fork. Light propane stove. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of pan. When oil is hot (it will ripple on surface when it's hot and won't take long to heat), pour egg into pan and let it cook without mixing. When it's browned on the underside, flip ½ of the mixture onto itself, creating an egg patty. Turn over about every 15-30 seconds as each side gets cooked. Turn off heat.
3. While oil is heating, pour a little bit of oil (about 1-2 tbsp) into the other pan and heat. Place strips of bacon in to start cooking. Each side will take about 1-2 minutes to brown. In fact, when one side was browned, I took it off the stove to flip sides. The bacon will cook really quickly, you will need to watch it carefully. When bacon is browned, turn off heat.
4. Divide egg patty into equal portions. Place on bagels. Top with cheese, bacon and a slice of tomato.
5. Enjoy!
Breakfast Burrito
1 pkg. tortillas
1 pkg. (7 oz.) smoked Gouda cheese (I used this as a leftover from the bagel recipe)
1 jar salsa
1 avocado
1-2 eggs per person
1 pkg. bacon – 2 strips per person
1 can (15 oz.) Southwestern Ranchero Beans (refried beans and/or black beans also work)
Cumin for seasoning
Propane stove
3 pans (1 for egg, 1 for bacon, and 1 for beans; you can use two pans, but you'll have to wash one out and alternate during cooking)
(You can adjust the amounts above according to how many people you need to serve. 1 can will serve about three people, and each person needs about two cheese slices per burrito.)
1. Slice cheese and avocado.
2. In a cup or bowl, beat eggs with a fork.
3. Get bacon ready for cooking. Open can of beans and place in 3rd pan.
4. Pour oil into the two skillets. You want enough to coat the bottom of the pan for the eggs, and about 1-2 tbsp. for the bacon.
5. Heat both pans. Add in bacon. As it's cooking, add eggs to other pan.
6. These will cook quickly; stay vigilant. When eggs and bacon are done, remove from heat.
7. Place beans on stove and heat, stirring constantly. When they come to a low boil, remove from heat.
8. Spoon eggs onto tortillas, top with bacon, cheese, salsa and beans. Sprinkle on some cumin – not too much – about ¼ tsp on each burrito. Place avocado either on burritos or on the side. Enjoy.
Useful tips and tricks
- When camping, I don't recommend using lots of meat, unless you have access to a refrigerator. It can be difficult keeping everything cool in a cooler.
- I will pack bacon and hot dogs at the bottom of a cooler because they lie flat and the cold air from the ice sinks to the bottom.
- When filling your cooler with ice, put it in reusable storage containers. Fill them with water and freeze or ice from the grocery store. They will keep everything from getting wet and can later double as food storage.
- Cast iron cookware is a fabulous choice for camp cooking. It's durable, you get an extra dose of iron, heats evenly and you can take it right back to your kitchen.
- I recommend "E-Z Lite" charcoal for camp grilling. They don't take much effort to light and cooking will be easier.
- Use leftovers from these meals to make other meals. The veggie soup, because it's a "thick" soup, can be used to make yummy wraps for lunches. Apple crisp can double as a sweet breakfast treat.
- When you use a propane stove, the burner farthest from the propane source tends to cook at a slightly lower temperature.
- If it's cold enough at night, you can store food in the Dutch oven, too. Just keep it away from easy animal access.
- Biodegradable hand-sanitizer is a must. It helps keep everything sanitized and doesn't use alcohol to do it.
Lunch Recipes
These are basic suggestions for lunch. Often times, we are on the go during the day on camping trips. To save time and space, I make yummy sandwiches that I know people will enjoy. We often do not eat a lot of meat while on camping trips because it can be difficult to keep it cool enough.
Cheese and Spinach Sandwiches
1 pkg. fresh-leaf spinach (you can substitute lettuce here)
1 pkg. cream cheese (you can substitute regular sliced cheese or even Gouda cheese here)
1 fresh tomato
1 pkg. Sourdough bread
1. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on two slices of bread.
2. Top with leafy spinach leaves.
3. Add a slice of tomato
4. Enjoy!
Ideas for sides (these can also serve as snacks between meals):
Kettle chips
Edamame (still in pods and then break them open to eat the yummy soybeans)
Nectarines, apples or similar fruit
Sunflower seeds
Carrot and celery sticks
Halved avocado, sprinkled with a bit of salt
Ants on a log (celery sticks with peanut butter spread on them, topped with raisins)
Other sandwich ideas:
Kids love peanut butter and jelly. Try varying it up with different flavors of jelly. You can also try Nutella - a hazelnut-flavored spread.
Dinner Recipes
The Dutch oven is a really valuable tool to use for making dinner dishes. They can go on the propane stove, over charcoal or over the campfire (though I recommend a tripod for direct, over the fire cooking). You can adapt many recipes for the Dutch oven.
Dutch Oven Cheese and Vegetable Soup With Rolls
Cheese and Vegetable Soup
1 pkg. veggie crumbles (Again, I don't use that much meat in general, but on camping trips, it can be challenging storing meat at the proper temperature, so I often cook with veggie crumbles. If these don't stay frozen in the cooler, they should be fine as long as they stay cool.)
1 pkg. (8 oz.) mozzarella cheese
1 pkg. (6 oz.) Parmesan cheese
2 lbs. mixed vegetables of your choice; I used a package with green beans, carrots, and corn
½ stick of butter (approx. 4 tbsp)
Garlic salt (enough for about 1 tbsp)
Turmeric spice (enough for about 1 tsp)
1 pkg. Parkerhouse (or similar) rolls in foil pan
Dutch oven
Slotted spoon
1. Mix together the veggie crumbles, mozzarella, Parmesan, vegetables, garlic salt and turmeric in Dutch oven. Add enough water to cover the bottom of the Dutch oven to a depth of ¼- ½ inch. Place spoonfuls of butter on top of the mixture.
2. Place Dutch oven directly over about 16 hot coals. Cook until the soup starts steaming and the cheese melts.
3. Remove about ½ of the coals (I like to use these "extra" coals to start a regular campfire) and continue cooking until carrots get tender.
4. Remove from coals. Keep cover on soup.
5. As an optional step, you can keep the lid off and pour off excess water. If you like a more soupy texture, skip this step.
6. Let cool with cover on while you make the rolls.
Prepare Rolls:
1. Take rolls out of their foil pan. Slightly butter the bottom of the skillet.
2. Place rolls into oiled skillet and cover. Cast iron skillets are best to use here because they heat a lot more evenly.
3. Place directly onto hot coals that you used for the Dutch oven. Heat for about 15-20 mins. while the soup cools. The bottom of the rolls will brown before the top does. If you feel like turning the rolls to help them cook more evenly, you can try. I prefer not to because I don't like to have the top browned too much.
Enjoy! This meal serves about 8-10 people. If you don't have that many people, it makes for a great dinner for a couple of days at camp.
Chili Hot Dogs
1 can (15 oz.) organic chili beans
1 green pepper (1 pepper for every 2 people)
½ medium onion (per 2 people)
1 pkg. organic hot dog weenies
1 pkg. hot dog buns
1 pkg. (7 oz.) Gouda cheese
Oil for cooking the vegetables and hot dog meat
Propane stove
Three pans – 1 for the hot dogs, 1 for the vegetables and 1 for the beans
1. Slice pepper and onion. Open can of beans and pour into third pan. Pour about 1-2 tbsp oil into other two pans.
2. Before turning on the heat, place desired amount of hot dogs into one oiled pan. Place pepper and onion into other oiled pan. Light propane stove.
3. Sautee the pepper and onion until onion appears translucent (3-5 mins.). Meanwhile, in the other pan, turn hot dogs as soon as one side gets brown. You want to brown them all over.
4. Remove from heat. Put pan containing beans on propane stove and heat through. Once hot, remove from heat (about 2-3 minutes).
5. Place hot dogs onto buns. Top with chili beans, peppers and onions. You can place cheese on top or on the side. Enjoy.
Serving number varies, but this meal is really easy to make for 2-4 people.
Dessert Recipes
Dutch Oven Apple Crisp
To make apple mixture:
4-6 medium apples, sliced
1 lemon, halved
¼ cup brown sugar
To make topping:
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 ½ cups rolled oats (can be instant)
1 cup flour
About ¾ stick of butter
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon allspice
Dutch oven
Slotted spoon
1. Place apples on bottom of pan. Squeeze juice from ½ lemon onto apples to help prevent them from turning brown too quickly. Top with ¼ cup of brown sugar.
2. To make topping, mix all ingredients except butter in a sealable bag. Shake vigorously.
3. Pour mixture out of bag onto apple mixture. Top with spoonfuls of butter and squeeze juice from the other ½ of lemon onto the mixture.
4. Lower Dutch oven onto about 10-12 hot coals. Cook for about 30-35 minutes. The mixture will appear watery as it cooks.
5. Remove from coals and let cool. When it cools, the mixture will thicken considerably. Serve warm with whipped cream, if desired.
Serves 4-6 people.
© 2012 Cynthia Calhoun
Some of us really need someone to explain the very basics of cooking on the barbeque grill. I have mastered hamburgers, but that's about it. In my family, camp food tended to be cans of chilli heated on the grill, with som jalapenos thrown in (for breakfast). I also never mastered baking (canned) biscuits in a Dutch oven. They were edible, but not like the ones at home!
I hope you'll keep the camp cooking stuff coming!
Wow this is so complete. I love how you add gourmet to camping, that's my type of style. Beautiful pictures with tons of useful recipes! Voted up and shared! Kelley
Great recipes for the ultimate camping experiences! Ants on a log...love that! I like how you formatted your hub too! Voted up!
You make me want a dutch oven! Great hub!
These recipes sound *awesome*! I can't wait to give some of them a try this summer. We usually just cook over the campfire but I've been thinking about getting a camp stove. Either way, these would be great for us to try!
I just happen to like every dish you've mentioned in this hub...I've added it to my list of recipes to try, whether we're camping or not! I especially love the way you've set up this hub with the nice layout of photos, tips, etc. Now I'm craving bagel sandwiches and breakfast burritos!
This hub literally made me salivate. Camping or not I am making that breakfast bagel. So delicious. And the dutch oven apple crisp reminded me of camping trips I took as a kid. Great hub. They should have a delicious button for feedback.
I am just planning a camping trip for the summer! Great ideas - thanks for sharing!
I am so into this food and now I want to go camping...great recipes my friend...I seem to be behind in your writing. Sorry about that; I will catch up shortly now that my work is done for the week.
Well, the apple crisp is a favorite in our household, so I know they will love your dutch oven version! We have a few budding little chefs in our house so I know they'd like to help. ;)
What a fantastic resource! We are going camping this summer and will use a bunch of your ideas! Thanks. ;)
Don't worry, I do have 1 cheat meal a week, it actually helps with dieting in my opinion, it kind of tricks the body. I could certainly go for a good dutch over pizza. I think I could probably come up with a healthy dutch over meal honestly. Perhaps it's time to go to the lab and experiment!
Nice! I like all these camp recipes, especially the apple crisp. Besides s'mores, I don't think I've ever made any other real desserts at a campsite, so this should be a fun recipe to try next time I go camping! Thanks a lot for sharing. :)
Thanks CC, that made me hungry and it looks like it is time for a second breakfast. There is nothing quite like an apple crisp or peach cobbler out of a Dutch oven.
I am currently dieting, but I used to do dutch over cooking when I was younger, and the technique alone allows you to make some amazing foods!
Wonderful ideas! These recipes sounds well worth the extra planning. Voted up and useful.
This is a fascinating hub topic and I enjoyed it much. We are thinking of getting a dutch oven so this may be the answer to our quest. Thanks for sharing those yummy recipes.


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On Saturday night I wrapped up my last photo shoot around 8:30 p.m. As I walked down the halls of the Whitefish Performing Arts Center I crossed paths with a friend who wished me a restful Sunday. I had to smile at this because I had no shot at a restful day ahead of me. My plans were for sunrise. So I told her I'd be up at 2 a.m. the next day heading for East Glacier. She stopped in her tracks. Looked at me. And said "Why?"I say said, rather than asked, because her comment wasn't really a question of my reasons for doing something. From the tone of her voice I think she was actually commenting on my sanity — or complete lack thereof.
Why? Why would anyone, in their right mind, get up at 2 in the morning and go to Glacier?
The answer is simple, and I told her "Because the sun will rise!"
The sun will rise and sunrise is not to be missed. Sunrise is to be celebrated and chased after because the light is gorgeous and the images that you can catch at sunrise are always worth the effort they require.
That is especially true when it comes to a shot I have dreamed of for so long. You see, when I was newly in Montana I found a postcard of a tree in Glacier. A bleached white tree contrasted dramatically against the mountains. I wasn't in love with the photo because of the time of day, but I was captivated by that tree. I wanted to find it. The problem is there are more than 700 miles of trail in Glacier —where to start looking? I had no clue and so for a long time my dream of finding this tree and photographing it took the back-burner. But I never forgot it completely.Last year I met and became instant friends with Jake Bramante. In 2011 Jake became the first person known to have hiked all 734 miles of trail in Glacier in a single year. If you think that sounds impressive don't forget that this is northwest Montana. He's hiking in the mountains. It is winter here for at least half of the year. We are talking about a place where you can go snowboarding at Logan Pass in July!, which means Jake basically had to do these hikes between March and October. As one might imagine, Jake is a wealth of information about the park. I think it was on our second meeting that I asked him about my tree. I had no information other than white tree somewhere in Glacier, but Jake knew exactly what I was talking about. Maybe he didn't know the one tree, but he knew which trail I needed to take. He directed me to the Scenic Point Trail, near Two Medicine in East Glacier.
The trail is only 3.1 miles long, but it has 2,350 feet of vertical gain, and it feels much, much longer than 3 little itty bitty miles. Actually, I had a lot of respect of Jake before Sunday's hike, but even more so after it. He would have had to hike that whole thing there and back and it would only add 3.1 miles to his total. Many of the trails in Glacier are one-way rather than loops. To get that 734 he had to walk more than a thousand miles. (To see more on Jake's project check out www.hike734.com)
I didn't sleep the night before. I knew if I did I would sleep through my alarms and miss my window. Missing a personal photo shoot like this one usually isn't a major issue for me. If I can go, I go, but if I'm really dead to the world I don't beat myself up about missing the dawn. However, when I have someone going along with me, all of this changes. I HATE being late. Tardiness is untenable. And for this particular photo shoot my friend Gavin had agreed to come along with me.
We got to the park at 4ish and drove right past the trailhead. Whoops. Scenic Point Trail is just about a quarter of a mile before you get to the store at Two Medicine Lake. As we got out to look around the first thing we saw was how dark it still was. And then in the sky we got to see a shooting star. I took it as a very good sign for things to come and that proved to be true.
We started out with jackets and flash lights steadily making our way well before sunup. We passed an incredible drop off that went straight down into a waterfall, but it was way too dark to see anything there. Still, listening to the sound of the cascading water and standing on the edge of the cliff in the dark, it was a powerful moment. As the sky slowly began to lighten we started to get into the terrain I was looking for. I am not sure what kind of trees these are but they remind me of Juniper Pines. I first came across Junipers when I lived in Arizona. I always think of them as "living driftwood." The trail opens up, out of the forest, and suddenly we are in the more high desert-ish landscape where so little seems capable of surviving.
We did manage to find my tree but it was still too dark for photography. Here we had to choose; stay and wait for the dawn, or keep going. On the one hand I wanted to stay, this shoot was about this one tree in my mind, but this was my first time up this trail and I wanted to see how high we could get and where we might be for the sunrise, so we passed it up and kept climbing.
I wish I could say we were half-way or more up the trail by the time the first rays of sunlight began to hit the peaks, but truth be told, I have no idea where we were. But we had some of the most spectacular views of the peaks and even of Two Medicine Lake. And we had the pines to photograph.
Gavin is someone I know through swing dancing. He's a student at MSU in Bozeman, but he's been in Kalispell for the summer doing an internship and it's been great seeing him on Friday nights. At one of the dances Gavin asked me if I'd mind teaching him a bit about photography. Since I love being a photographer and love sharing this with people, of course I said yes.
Having someone along with me for a photo shoot changes things in unexpected ways. I still shoot the same, but suddenly there is another person to think about and be watchful of. On the one hand, I don't want to walk into his shots and I really don't want him to wander through mine. But on the other hand, Gavin adds a human element to my photos. He becomes part of the photo shoot. With him there it's not just about the scenic rocks, it's about the touch of humanity out in the vast scenery. And, since he'd asked for lessons in photography, it's about seeing and shooting, and explaining what I am doing and why.
The lessons on this day revolved around my favorite acronyms: EDFAM and FLPTCS. EDFAM is journalism. I ran across this in college. It stands for Entire, Detail, Frame, Angle, and Moment. If you go to cover a news event and shoot these shots, you will have the pictures you need. Entire: look for an overview, a scene-setter, a picture that gives the view the wide view. Detail: look for the small snippets that reveal truths about the larger whole. Look for frames for your subjects, elements within the composition that naturally lead the eye and focus the viewers attention on your subject. Angle: climb up and lay down. Change your perspective and see the world in new ways. For this one, I always think of Robin Williams in the movie The Dead Poet's Society where he has his students climb up on his desk. "Don't just walk of the edge like lemmings!," he says. "Look around!" And finally Moment: a moment has to do with the decisive moment. The one instant when all the elements come together and in one shot, the whole story is known. The decisive moment, the Shot, is the hardest thing to capture in photojournalism.
We got to one point on the trail and a saw a large pine that had fallen over. When it was young it must have been very strong because at its base there were two large branches that grew out and then reconnected in a tear-drop shape. As we got closer to it I began to get excited. "Do you see it?," I asked Gavin. From a certain angle the fallen tree created a frame for a dramatically shaped pine in the distance. I had to lay on the ground and basically shoot upside down to get the shot I wanted, but it worked. And it became one of my favorites from the day.
My other acronym is FLPTCS. I arranged this one myself based on a list of compositional elements a found in a photography exercise one time. It stands for: form, line, pattern, texture, color and shape. I remind myself to keep in eye out for these things. Sometimes a compositional element, like a line or a color, can become a fascination subject in its own right.
When we finally got to the top we stopped out on the rocks and just enjoyed taking it all in. The view was a little hazy, but no less stunning. And it meant so much more because of the work we had done to reach it. There are amazing views of the park that you can get to with just your car, Wild Goose Island, anything and everything along Going-to-the-Sun Road. But these photos are special to me because this is the first time I have ventured so far from my car into the park. I do not know a lot about hiking or backpacking and I don't have a really good sense of my own limitations yet. This hike was hard, but it was doable. And even though I was sore when it was over I was joyful for having accomplished it.
And finally, here it is, the tree that started this particular quest, the tree I have come to think of as "The White Tree of Gondor." I am not in love with this photo because it's the wrong time of day. But I will go back for it. Maybe even I will go back for this one at sunset. My one certainty in this is that I am not finished with this yet.
Gavin said this should be habit forming for me, and I think he's right. It should be. There are too many things I want to see and too many places in Glacier that you have to get to with just your own two feet to carry you, or not at all. Now that we are done and safely home, this trip feels like the start of wonderful adventures yet to come. I'm not sure yet where I will go to next, but all my trails are before me. Only now, I'm looking forward to them.


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Skin Care Quiz - Terms and Concepts Inspired by Dr. Leslie Baumann, Paula Begoun, fellow Quizlet-Users, and the Internet
Information for these cards was taken from Dr. Leslie Baumann's book "The Skin Type Solution", Paula Begoun's website "Paula's Choice", Paula Begoun's "The Cosmetics Cop" podcast, several Skin Care card sets from here on Quizlet (thanks fellow Quizleters), Wise Geek (great site), and my own personal experience with sun damage and learning proper skin care. For the love of goodness, if you value your appearance, AVOID THE SUN!
Terms in this set (121)
What skin related problems arise directly as a result of sun exposure?
1. discoloration of the skin / uneven skin tone (hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation, decrease or increase in skin pigment) 2. uneven pigmentation (solar lentigo / age spot, either brown, red or black in color) 3. dullness, rough texture (leathery skin) 4. dryness 5. wrinkles (fine lines and deeper wrinkles) 6. actinic keratosis (a precanerous overgrowth of skin caused by excess sun exposure) 7. rosacea 8. melasma (dark irregular patches on the face commonly caused by pregnancy) 9. thinning of the skin (visible veins, broken blood vessels) 10. brown bumps, white bumps (blackheads, whiteheads)
What is collagen?
Collagen is a protein fiber which gives structure to the skin. It can be thought of as the studs which form the basic structure of the skin and give it its framework.
What is elastin?
Elastin is an elastic protein in connective tissue that allows many tissues in the body to resume their shape after stretching or contracting
What is hylarunoic acid?
A type of polysaccharide, central to regulating cell growth and renewal. Found extensivelsy in connective, epithelial and neural cells. Binds readily with water and when injected under the skin provides an appearance of fullness
What are the 3 main components of the skin barrier?
ceramides, fatty acids, cholesterol
What are the 3 components of the oil secreted by the sebaceous (oil) glands of the skin?
wax esters, trigylcerides, squalene
What are Solar Lentigos?
In appearance, very similar to freckles, but caused predominantly by sun exposure over genes. They are completely preventable with sun avoidance and sun protection. [Lentigo : variant of the word "lentil"]
What often happens to people taking cholesterol lowering drugs?
They have drier skin as a result of the loss of cholesterol which is an essential component of healthy skin.
What is retinol?
It is derived from Vitamin A but has a different chemical structure.
How was retinol discovered?
It was discovered in 1978 by scientists who were researching treatments for Acne.
What is retinol used to treat?
Retinol has been proven to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, promote collagen production, accelerate the removal of dead skin cells by increasing the rate at which skin cells divide, consequently preventing the formation of brown spots as Melanocytes cannot produce pigment with the same speed at which skin cells are renewed. [Skin Type Solution, 15]
What are some of the brand names of retinol?
Renova, Avage, Retin-A
What are anti-inflamatories?
Ingredients which soothe the skin and reduce inflammation.
What are some natural anti-inflammatory ingredients?
Oatmeal, Feverfew,Licochalone, Green Tea, Chamomile, Cucumber extract, Calendula, Grapeseed Extract
What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants are ingredients which help to counteract Free Radicals (which damage cells through disruption of atomic structure). They can also be said to inhibit oxidation. They thus help the condition of the skin, and in food applications keep foods from becoming rancid and spoiled.
What are some antioxidants often used in skin care products?
Cucumber extract, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, Grapeseed Extract
Are tanning beds safe or beneficial to the skin?
Tanning beds are terrible for the skin. The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated tanning beds as being a Level 1 Carcinogen, meaning they are as carcinogenic as Mustard Gas and Arsenic.
What is the most important thing you can do to keep your skin healthy and attractive?
What are exfoliants?
Exfoliants are products which help to remove the surface layer of skin, which is comprised of dead skin cells.
What is a good analogy for exfoliation?
A Pedicure. In a pedicure, dead skin cells are sanded off the heel of the foot using an emery board. After a pedicure the heel is smooth as a baby's bottom. Exfoliation accomplishes a similar function.
What is AHA and what are examples?
AHA stands for Alpha Hydroxy Acid. The most commonly used AHA's are Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid.
What is the difference between AHA and BHA?
Generally speaking, BHA is a stronger exfoliant than AHA. It can exfoliate more vigorously, but presents greater risk of burning and damaging the skin. BHA can penetrate into the pores of the skin and exfoliate dead skin cells from inside the pores, which AHA cannot.
What is BHA and what are examples?
BHA stands for Beta Hydroxy Acid.The only example of BHA relevant to skin care is Salicylic Acid. Salicylic Acid is prevalent in products designed for treating acne.
What did Cleopatra purportedly use on her skin to maintain its radiance and uniformity of tone?
Sour milk. Sour milk contains Lactic Acid, which is an example of an AHA and thus a natural exfoliant for the skin. This was likely very helpful to Cleopatra for exfoliating off brown spots and other sun damage resulting from the desert climate of Egypt.
What is keratin?
A fibrous protein that occurs in the outer layer of skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails and hooves.
Besides wrinkles, what is another skin problem which significantly detracts from the face and skin's appearance?
Dark spots. 21% of visits to the Dermatologist are for the treatment of dark spots.
What is melasma?
Melasma, also known as the "mask of pregnancy", consists of light or dark, brown or grey patches, ranging from the size of a dime, to large areas on the face and chest. It appears in sun exposed area, and more often in women during pregnancy or during estrogen replacement therapy.
What effect does estrogen have on the skin?
Increased levels of estrogen can result in unwanted dark spots on the skin; however, estrogen also works to maintain the skin's youthfulness. After menopause, women who do not take estrogen will find that their skin's appearance will decline rapidly. Health takes precedence though; do not take estrogen replacement therapy if it is contraindicated.
What is a wood's light? (also known as a black light or UVB camera)
A diagnostic tool whereby ultraviolet light (at a wavelength of ~ 365 nm) is shone onto the patients skin and shows any abnormalities as a fluroescence (light emitted from absorbing radiation). It reveals dark facial spots before they are visible to normal light.
What is most people's reaction to their skin's appearance upon exposure to a wood's light or UVB camera?
Most people are shocked by what they see. The vast majority of people do not wear sufficient sunscreen and the damage shows up as an array of dark spots covering the majority of the face. [Skin Type Solution, page
How can parents take advantage of the wood's light?
Parents who are concerned about their children's future appearance are advised to take their children (particularly teenagers) to a Dermatologist and allow them to see what their skin will look like in the near future. Hopefully that will communicate to them the folly of sunbathing, tanning beds and sun exposure in general.
What are ephelides?
Another term for freckles. They are typically associated with red hair and fair skin. The MC1R gene is believed to be the gene responsible for freckles and it is closely associated with red hair and fair skin.
What are melanocytes?
Melanocytes are the pigment (melanin) producing skin cells.
What is melanoma?
Cancer of the melanocytes.
What are the 2 methods of preventing unwanted skin pigment formation?
The first is to inhibit the enzyme tyrosinase (enzyme responsible for the formation of melanin), preventing the formation of melanin. The second is to stop the transfer of color into the skin cells. [Skin Type Solution]
What are some examples of tyrosinase (enzyme responsible for formation of melanin) inhibitors?
Hydroquinone, Arbutin, Licorice Extract, Kojic Acid
Is Hydroquinone safe to be used for a protracted period of time?
No. Hydroquinone should only be used for a maximum of several weeks, and should never be used by women during pregnancy. However, it is recognized as the most effective treatment for addressing unwanted dark spots. [Skin Type Solution]
What are some examples of ingredients which forestall the transfer of color into skin cells?
Niacinamide and Soy
What are ceramides?
Ceramides (Cera = wax) are lipids which form part of the skin barrier.
What is an Emollient (from L. mollire "to soften", related to the word mollify) ?
Emollients, also commonly referred to as Moisturizers, are products that help to soften skin or to treat skin that has become dry. Most emollients are forms of oil or grease, such as mineral oil, squalene, and lanolin. They work by increasing the ability of skin to hold water, lubrication of the skin, and providing skin with a layer of oil to prevent water loss. [http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-emollients.htm]
What is an Emulsifier [from L. "emulgere" = to milk out, from "ex" = out and "mulgere" = to milk]?
A surfactant that makes it possible for oil and water to mix (typically they don't) and form an emulsion [a colloid (mixture / suspension) where both phases are liquids].
What are Free Radicals?
Oxygen atoms or molecules with unpaired electrons that cause oxidation by stealing an electron from another molecule, damaging the molecules structure, and subsequently, the larger structure of which the molecule is a part (i.e. skin cell)
What is a humectant?
A substance added to another substance to keep it moist.
What is Glycerin?
A syrupy fatty alcohol formed by the saponification (the process of combining a fat and an oil to make soap through application of heat) of a fat and an oil. It is an excellent skin softener and humectant, and a very strong water binder. [Quizlet : Chapter 13 Skin Care Products by trujiloolga]
What are some natural preservatives?
Grapefruit Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Rosemary Extract
What are milia?
Small whitish lumps on the skin caused by clogged sebaceous glands. Milia typically occur on the face with the most common locations being around the eyes, face, across the nose and cheeks. In many instances, Milia disappear after a few weeks.
And to conclude finally : Are wrinkles a natural part of ageing?
To quote Dr. Leslie Baumann from The Skin Type Solution page 352, "Skin that NEVER SEES THE SUN does not wrinkle, so with the right behaviors wrinkles can be avoided...."
What is the skin barrier?
The outer layer of skin which helps the skin retain moisture. The skin barrier is like a brick wall, with each brick (or cell) held in place by mortar (fats called lipids).
What percentage of skin aging is a result of sun damage?
Ninety percent of skin aging is a result of sun damage
What is Sebaceous Hyperplasia?
What is a White Head?
What is an effective treatment for Sebaceous Hyperplasia?
BHA at 9%. [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
What is a Phtlate?
Phtlate's are used in nail polish and plastics. Phtlate's are illegal in Europe. [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
What effect does Alcohol have on skin?
Causes Free Radical Damage.
How long does it take to acquire the recommended daily intake of Vitamin D from the sun?
Exposing just an arm to the sun at noon during the summer for 20 minutes will provide the body with approximately 10,000 IU of Vitamin D.
UVA (Ultraviolet AGING) Radiation is a long wave radiation which can easily pass through glass and penetrates deeply into the skin, reaching the endodermis and damaging the skin's DNA. UVA Radiation is more insidious than UVB radiation, as it does not readily burn the skin, instead doing damage surreptitiously below the skin's surface, prompting the creation of new wrinkles and skin imperfections.
What is UVB?
UVB (Ultraviolet BURNING) Radiation is short wave radiation responsible for creating a Sun Burn, and limits damage to the top layer of the skin (epidermis)
What skin care behaviors can irritate the skin and cause inflammation?
Over scrubbing the skin, hot water, irritating skin-care ingredients (ALCOHOL, which is irritating for everyone, menthol, lime, eucalyptus, fragrances, essential oils : all of which are more of a concern for people with sensitive skin)
Why is inflammation so damaging to the skin?
What happens to skin as it ages?
The outer layer of skin get thick, and the underlying layer of skin gets thin, resulting in skin that looks rough and sagging in appearance. [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
What is the simplest skin-care practice one can do to dramatically and immediately improve the appearance of the skin?
Exfoliation : with either an AHA (Glycolic Acid) or a BHA (Salicylic Acid). Exfoliation removes the surface layer of skin much more effectively and efficiently than the body can do on its own, effectively "accelerating" the natural exfoliation process. The morning following the Exfoliation (after the skin has recovered from the momentary irritation), the skin WILL look markedly smoother.
What other beautification practice is analagous to Exfoliation?
A Pedicure. Scrubbing off the dead skin cells on the heel of the foot, results in the exposure of softer, smoother skin underneath. The heel looks brand new, practically baby smooth. The wrinkles are gone. The skin looks baby new. [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
What is Exfoliation?
Removing the dead skin cells on the surface layer of skin to reveal the smoother, younger skin cells underneath. The benefits of exfoliation can be seen "literally overnight." [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
Why is scrubbing skin damaging?
When you tear away at skin, it causes a wound healing response, causing inflammation, increasing blood flow to the wounded area and prompting the body to create scar tissue to protect the wounded area, resulting in skin which looks rough and not smooth in texture.
What is an additional benefit of exfoliating with AHA and BHA?
Use of AHA and BHA in addition to exfoliation, increases Collagen production and reformation.
What percentage of people wear sunscreen (both in sufficient quantity and frequency)?
10 percent [Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
When the skin is exposed to UV radiation, Melanocytes (Melanin producing cells in the skin) produce increased amounts of the skin pigment Melanin as a mechanism of defense to help arrest radiation damage to the skin's cellular structures and DNA.
Is a Tan the body's way of trying to "look good"?
A Tan is a sign the skin has been DAMAGED. A Tan is a sign the skin has been trying to defend itself from the destructive effects of the sun's UV Radiation. A Tan is NOT the body's way of trying to "look good".
What are Cell Communicating ingredients?
What are Skin Identical ingredients?
What are Antioxidants?
Which skin-care ingredient is the most important?
There is no one particular skin-care ingredient which is more valuable than the rest. "Skin is complicated. Skin requires a cocktail of ingredients." [Paula Begoun, Cosmetic Cop Podcast, July 18th, 2012]
What is the goal of skin care for damaged skin?
Damaged skin (typically damaged by the sun) cannot produce many of the ingredients needed to maintain skin's youthful appearance, and so the goal of skin care products is to replace and replenish those ingredients to restore youthful skin.
After applying sunscreen, how much time should you wait before exposure to the sun?
Apply sunscreen 15-20 minutes before exposure to the sun to allow the cream sufficient time to form a proper barrier on the surface of the skin.
What is Genistein?
Genistein is a polyphenol found in soybeans and other plants that mimics the action of Estrogen in the body, helping to reduce the production of wrinkles; however, like Estrogen, it also promotes increased pigmentation of the skin.
What are the benefits of Vitamin C in skin care?
Vitamin C promotes Collage Synthesis and is an antioxidant.
Can cosmetic companies claim their products will physiologically improve skin?
Cosmetic companies cannot lay claim to their products having any "Biological Activity" because they would need to be classified as "drugs" by the FDA and be subject to clinical trials.
What is Glycerin?
An alcohol obtained by saponification of fats and oils
What are the benefits of Glycerin?
Glycerin acts as a humectant and an emollient to soften and smoothe skin
What is an emollient?
A substance which softens the skin [from Latin. "ex" = out and "mollire" = soften]
What is a humectant?
A substance that absorbs moisture [from Latin "umectare" = to moisen]
Is Ivory soap good for sensitive skin?
NO! Vigorously foaming soaps, like Ivory, are terrible for dry skin because they wash away the natural lipids that help your skin retain moisture. Any product that produces suds and foams contains detergent which is anathema for dry skin. [Skin Type Solution, 15]
What is Niacinamide?
A water soluble vitamin made from Niacin. Niacinamide and Soy help forestall the transfer of pigment from Melanocytes to skin cells, helping prevent formation of brown spots. [Skin Type Solution, 26]
What is the Epidermis?
The Epidermis [Gk. "epi" = over, "dermis" = skin] is the top layer of skin. When you look at someone's skin, you are looking at the very top layer, made of up of cells which reflect light. When the top layer is smooth, it reflects light evenly so that skin looks more uniform and radiant than when the surface is rougher. [Skin Type Solution, 18]
What is the Cell Cycle?
Basal ["from the base or bottom"] cells (or "Mother Cells"), the lowest portion of the Epidermis which produce all other Epidermal cells, divide into "Daughter Cells" which rise up to the higher levels of the Epidermis. As they travel, they age and die, so that the top layer consists of dead cells which naturally exfoliate off. [Skin Type Solution, 18]
How long does the Cell Cycle take?
Between 26 to 42 days. [Skin Type Solution, 18]
Between a person's 30's and 80's how much does the Cell Cycle slow down?
Between 30 to 50 percent of its pace in youth, meaning that older skin renews itself much more slowly, forming a rough surface of cells, rather than a smooth surface. [Skin Type Solution, 18]
What is Natural Moisturizing Factor?
A mixture of molecules (amino acids and salts) within the cells comprising the outermost layer of the skin. The molecules are hygroscopic [Greek. "hygro" = wet, "skopion" = to look at], attracting and absorbing water, thus hydrating the skin. [www.clinuvel.com]
What happens when skin is exposed to a dry environment?
Skin produces more NMF, but production takes several days to reach necessary levels, consequently skin may become quite dehydrated. This is why moisturizing is essential in a dry environment. [Skin Type Solution, 19]
Why do fingers and toes look wrinkled after sustained immersion in water but legs, arms, back, etc. do not?
Fingers and toes contain fewer lipids than other parts of the body making them more susceptible to the effect of sustained immersion in water removing significant amounts of Sebum causing skin to absorb more water thus swelling and appearing wrinkled. [www.discoverymagazine.com]
There are only a few sunscreen ingredients available which can protect skin from UVA ("Aging" Radiation) damage. What are they?
2 physical blockers : Titanium Dioxide (UVB & short wave UVA) and Zinc Oxide (UVB & short + long wave UVA). 5 chemical blockers : Avobenzone / Parsol 1789 (only protects against long wave UVA radiation. requires Octocrylene be present in a 2:1 ratio to remain photostable under sun exposure), Mexoryl SX (short wave UVA protection), Mexoryl XL (long wave UVA protection),
Tinosorb S (prevents photodegradation of other ingredients), Tinosorb M (triple-action protection : absorb, reflect, scatter UV light)
What is the different between Physical and Chemical sunscreens?
Physical sunscreens REFLECT sunlight. Chemical sunscreens ABSORB UV light.
Does a "Broad Spectrum UVA / UVB" sunscreen guarantee total UV protection?
No. The statement is vague and does not clearly specify if both Long-Wave and Short-Wave UVA radiation is blocked. The informed consumer will LOOK at the ingredients.
What does SPF refer to in relation to UVA and UVB radiation?
The SPF number refers to the degree of protection the sunscreen offers from UVB ("Burning") radiation. It does NOT have any bearing on UVA ("Aging") radiation protection.
REFERENCES used. (partial list of references used)
Tinosorb S and M [http://blog.pharmacymix.com/why-tinosorb-m-and-tinosorb-s-are-effective]
What does the SPF (Sun Protection Factor) number on the sunscreen bottle indicate?
SPF indicates length of time a person can remain in the sun without burning (e.g. THEORETICALLY, a person who burns in 10 minutes using a sunscreen with SPF 15, can remain under the sun for 150 minutes). Practically, an SPF of 15 will last around an hour. [http://www.wisegeek.org/what-does-spf-mean.htm]
When are the sun's rays at their most potent (and most importantly avoided)?
Between 10 am and 4pm
What is an Occlusive?
Materials such as oils and waxes which cannot be penetrated by water. Occlusives are spread onto skin to form a film which shields it to slow and prevent moisture from evaporating. [http://www.californiabodycare.com/glossary/225_occlusive.html]
What are some examples of Occlusives?
Classic examples are petrolatum and lanolin. For sensitive skin, dimethicone and shea butter.
What is Dimethicone?
A silicone oil which forms a slick, lubricating coat on a surface. Can be used in hair products to create a surface with less friction for easier combing, or as a protectant, emollient, and occlusive for skin care products.
What are some examples of Emolllients?
Cetearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Triglyceride, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glyceryl Linoleate, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Decyl Oleate, and Stearic Acid. Natural Emollients include : Lanolin, Plant Oils (Jojoba), Aloe Vera, Shea Butter, and Cocoa Butter. [http://www.mybeautybeat.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-moisturizer-and-emollient/]
What is Lanolin?
Lanolin is an oily, yellow substance produced by the oil glands in a sheep's skin. It coats the sheep's wool, acting as a waterproof barrier, as a result, when the sheep are in inclement weather for hours, they are less affected by the cold. Known in Greek and Roman times, it was noticed that sheep farmer's had smooth, well-hydrated hands, so use of Lanolin became widespread. [http://beautifulwithbrains.com/2010/04/27/is-lanolin-good-for-skin/]
What is the name of the product Shania Twain famously uses as a moisturizer?
Bag Balm, a moisturizing product used for udder soreness in cows and chapped hands in farmers. Known for its ability to address dry skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It contains petrolatum, lanolin, and an antiseptic. [Skin Type Solution, 304]
What is Petrolatum?
Also known as Petroleum Jelly and Soft Paraffin. A semisolid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum; used in medicinal ointments and for lubrication [WordWeb software program] Used to seal a cleaned burn or injury off from contamination, and as skin care product to seal in moisture. [http://chemistry.about.com/od/chemicalcomposition/f/What-Is-Petroleum-Jelly.htm]
Is Petrolatum safe?
The major concern is the presence of PAH's (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons) in unrefined petrolatum. Consumers should look for USP grade Petrolatum (BP in Britain and Ph.Eur in Europe) indicating the petrolatum meets specific purity standards, and buy trusted brands, like Vaseline.
What are the benefits of BHA?
BHA is preferred for oily, acne-prone skin and for treating blackheads and white bumps because it can penetrate the oil clogging pores, normalizing the lining of the misshapen pore contributing to acne. BHA has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action, as a result, BHA is preferred for those struggling with Rosacea. [http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/anti-aging/_/exfoliate-for-bright-smooth-and-radiant-skin#works]
What are the benefits of AHA?
AHA exfoliates by loosening the bonds between dead corneum cells by dissolving the intercellular cement (lipids) holding them together. AHA's also improve moisture content. AHA's are preferred for sun damaged and dry skin because they exfoliate on the surface of the skin. [http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/anti-aging/_/exfoliate-for-bright-smooth-and-radiant-skin#works]
What is a Comedone?
A thickened secretion plugging a duct of the skin, especially of a sebaceous gland [from L. "com" = with, "edere" = eating ; literally = glutton] [http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/COMEDONES]
What is a Blackhead?
Blackheads (also called Comedones) are an accumulation of sebum, keratin, skin debris and bacteria within a hair follicle. Follicles in the skin become blocked with sebum, causing the follicle to widen, and collect dead skin cells and bacteria. Blackheads, in contrast to Whiteheads, are open to the air, causing the oils to oxidize, turning them brown (similar process to an apple browning with exposure to oxygen). [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comedo]
What is a Whitehead?
Identical to a Blackhead, with the exception that a small amount of skin has grown over the follicle, resulting in the bump appearing white. [http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-comedone.htm]
What is Rosacea?
A chronic skin disease which affects adults (more often women) in which blood vessels of the face swell resulting in a flushed appearance. [WordWeb software] Ruddiness, redness of the cheeks, chin, and forehead are common symptoms. Flares up in intervals. [http://beauty.about.com/od/beautybyageteensto50/a/rosacea.htm[
What is Erythema?
Superficial reddening of the skin, usually in patches, as a result of injury, irritation, or sunburn causing dilatation of the blood capillaries. [from Gk. "erythros" = red]
What is a Cell-Communicating Ingredient?
Theoretically, they are ingredients that have the ability to induce a skin cell to look, act, and behave better, more like a normal healthy skin cell, or concurrently blocking substances which persuade skin cells to behave in a destructive manner [http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/cell-communicating-ingredients]
What are some Cell-Communicating Ingredients?
retinol, retinaldehyde, retinoic acid, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, eicosapentaenoic acid, niacinamide, lecithin, linolenic acid, linolenic acid, phospholipids, carnitine, carnosine, adenosine triphosphate, adenosine cyclic phosphate, palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tripeptide-3 (and most other peptides), and pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract [http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/cell-communicating-ingredients]
What is Squalene?
Squalene is a natural organic compound produced by all plants and animals including humans. Produced in the liver, it is found in sebum, and helps keep hair flexible and the skin retain moisture. [http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-squalane-oil.htm]
What is the Stratum Corneum [from L. "stratum" = layer, "cornus" = horn] ?
The horny outer layer of the Epidermis, consisting of several layers of flat, keratinized (replete with the protein keratin thus becoming horn-like in texture), nonnucleated, dead or peeling cells. [http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/stratum+corneum?s=t]
What are some recommended Sunscreen brands which provide superior UVA / UVB protection?
Cliniderm Protective Lotion SPF 45 : Titanium Dioxide USP 6.6%, Zinc Oxide USP 6.1% (does NOT whiten skin!) , Blue Lizard Sensitive SPF 30+ : Titanium Dioxide 5%, Zinc Oxide 10% (bottle changes color when exposed to UV light!), Ombrelle Face SPF 60 : Octocrylene 10%, Titanium Dioxide 4.15%, Avobenzone 3.5%, Mexoryl XL 3%, Mexoryl SX 3% [DOES whiten skin some], Eco Sunscreen Face SPF 30+ : Zinc Oxice 20% [NOT tested on animals! does whiten skin though]
What does USP stand for and why is it important?
USP = United States Pharmaceutical. The USP was founded in 1820 to combat inconsistent drug quality and protect the public health; to create a system of standards to help ensure medication quality and uniformity in the United States. Official USP standards are legally enforceable by the U.S. Food Drug and Administration (FDA) for drugs imported to or marketed in the United States. USP establishes both written standards and physical USP Reference Standards. [http://www.usp.org/usp-manufacturers/pharmaceuticals]
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ADOTAS – Are you a winner? Do you put the performance in performance marketing? Then why haven't you entered the Affiliate Marketing Awards?
Three hundred and fifty affiliate marketers are expected to attend the awards ceremony that takes place on April 12 during ad:tech. The brain-child of affiliate marketer and blogger Murray Newlands, who often graces these pages with his bylines, the Affiliate Marketing Awards will determine the Best Merchant Campaign, the Best Banners, Best Content Affiliate and more.
Judges for the awards will include notable names such as Affiliate Summit cofounder Shawn Collins, MediaTrust CEO Peter Bordes and Google Ventures CEO Oliver Roup. Affiliate marketers will vy for titles such as Best CPL Network, Best PPC Affiiliate, Best Marketing Affiliate Blog and, of course, Best Overall Affiliate.
There are also awards for "Hottest Affiliate" and "Hottest Affiliate Manager," for which I will personally make suggestions — Murray swears my vote counts. Send me pictures.
Still on the fence? Here's 10 good reasons you should enter.


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|(Background shot of New Orleans skyline from M. Lamar Griffin, Sr. via WikiCommons.)
Update: Please see 2013 FOI Summit Wrap-up for links to videos and more.
Join the National Freedom of Information Coalition and the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana for the 2013 FOI Summit Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, from the Renaissance Arts Hotel in New Orleans.
A brief synopsis of planned panels and discussions is below. As always, expect the Summit to include stimulating presentations and panels featuring experts, advocates and champions of transparency and open government.
Saturday's keynote luncheon will feature the induction of a worthy individual into the State Open Government Hall of Fame, a tradition NFOIC launched in collaboration with the Society of Professional Journalists a decade ago.
For more information on additional pages, see:
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. — Yes, You CAN . . . on a Shoestring: Practical tips for the most vexing challenges facing NFOIC member coalitions, from effective ways to advocate for better open government and laws without running afoul of IRS lobbying rules to maintaining an effective Web presence and fundraising in an era when foundation money is hard to find and eroding business models are negatively affecting the generosity of traditional media-industry donors.
4:15 - 5:30 p.m. — Ideas Marketplace: FOI advocates and coalition leaders from around the country talk about noteworthy success stories, problems they've encountered or just interesting tidbits worth sharing in an open but moderated, roundtable conversation.
9:00 - 10:15 a.m. — The Deliberative Process 150 years Post-Lincoln: Thanks to Oscar-nominated filmmakers and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, moviegoers got a glimpse of back room horse trading that made the 13th Amendment possible. Today, the parameters of privileges and exemptions that allow pre-decisional secrecy, and withholding of unfinished drafts, are frequent topics of debate, even litigation. Can today's worst actors who stretch those limits claim they are standing on the shoulders of giants? How much access does transparent government demand? How much confidential counsel does it permit?
10:30 - 11:45 a.m. — Not a Picayune Problem: How is the changing news media environment and the gradual reshaping of the newspaper business affecting the use and effectiveness of freedom of information requests and other journalistic efforts on behalf of open and accountable government? Who in the media world are the new vanguards of public information advocacy, and what are their motives? New Orleans provides a microcosm of the nationwide trends taking place at the intersection of changing public media and open records. In the Crescent City, The Times-Picayune is transitioning out of daily publication, TV stations are ramping up their coverage teams, new investigative journalism outlets are taking hold and special interest bloggers are trying to make an impact. This panel looks at these developments and measures their impacts on public service.
2:15 - 3:30 p.m. — Digital Dodges and the Email Sleight of Hand: A panel of battle-tested experts discuss best practices and best outcomes when issues related to email and digital communications are legislated or litigated in your state. Are electronic records at least as accessible as paper records would be? Are retention policies adequate, without too much discretion given to records custodians themselves? Is anyone positing the silly notion that communications about government business become private if a sneaky underhanded public official uses his own personal computer or private email account?
3:45 - 5:00 p.m. — Technology and Access: Promise, Possibility and Perils: In an era when neither unmanned drones nor global positioning devices qualify as futuristic, technological advances have greatly expanded the capacity for access and citizen engagement. But they also give rise to concerns about privacy and other rights infringements. Some agencies understand that "public" now means online and are sharing their data with the public. In other instances, citizens have pried it loose and shared it. However, in the case of the gun database published by the Journal-News of Westchester, NY, or the controversial use of mug shots gathered by law enforcement, publishing without careful consideration and public communication can hurt the cause of freedom and give rise to unwanted new restrictions. A panel of experts discusses techniques and strategies for getting data and approaches for presenting it in ways that don't risk future access to that data, and also examines whether government policies should take into account what the public wants to do with data or any other public information.
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ORLANDO (CBSMiami/AP) — Another move is being made following the latest in a string of management shake-ups at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment's Orlando parks.
SeaWorld officials said Monday that Mark Pauls is out as president of SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica Orlando parks.
The company says in a statement that Discovery Cove president Kyle Miller will serve as interim president of all three parks in Orlando.
Pauls was promoted to president of SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica last September, and he had been with the company for two decades.
Pauls' departure is the latest management shakeup at the theme park company.
Former CEO Joel Manby left last year as did Pauls' predecessor in Orlando, Jim Dean.
Earlier this year, former Carnival Cruise Line executive Gus Antorcha was named CEO at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.
(© Copyright 2019 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Associated Press contributed to this report.)
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Celebrating solemn memorial General Vo Nguyen Giap (03:02 | 14/10/2013)
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong read Word cigarettes Tens of thousands of people in emotional farewell to the "General of the People" Quang cảnh Lễ...
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Photos on Viet Nam – UK relation displayed in Ha Noi (09:15 | 09/10/2013)
The exhibition, entitled "Viet Nam-UK relations: From the past to the future" opened on September 30 at the Exhibition Centre of Fine Arts and Photography (29 Hang Bai Street).
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18-8, Police Ba Ria-Vung Tau celebrated the work of building the movement "all people to protect national security" in 2010 and 10 years of Joint Resolution No. 01/2001 / NQLT to "accelerate the...
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Dan Phuong district receives the third-class Independence Medal (08:35 | 25/03/2011)
Am 19 / 3, as shown in the DPC held a ceremony to receive the Medal of Independence and third Excellent Emulation Flag in 2010 by the Prime Minister. Attending were Mr. Nguyen The Thao, member of the...
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This assessment includes a Personalized Study Plan (PSP) focused on prerequisite precalculus topics along with a calculus placement test.
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This includes step-by-step questions covering all concepts in single variable and multivariable calculus and can be used alongside any calculus content. Tutorial banks are available in both Early Transcendental and Late Transcendental arrangements.


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Gaming without a desk? May as well quit out now! Nitro Concepts may have had something along these lines in mind when they came up with the idea, given that this now internationally acclaimed manufacturer has moved into the competitive world of gaming desks! Making this happen is no mean feat, as such Nitro Concepts has called upon a smart selection of durable materials that have been combined to form a cutting edge design in Carbon Black or Carbon Red. Robust, low maintenance and perfect for an impressive gaming setup - experience this and more with Nitro Concepts' Gaming D16 Series Gaming Desks. Highlights include, among other things, a headset holder, height adjustment, cable management as well as a mouse pad that covers the whole surface.
The Heart of Your Setup: Nitro Concepts D16 Gaming Desks available at OCUK now!
The price is right! Nitro Concepts' C100 represents an incredibly good value gaming chair. The C100 has been upgraded with premium PU leather and its headrest now bears a stitched Nitro Concepts logo. Four different colour combinations help make the gaming chair manufacturer's contribution a refreshing and attractive addition to any space.
Available at OcUK now!
A perfect gaming chair just got even better! Nitro Concepts has given the S300 EX a few long sought-after upgrades that make the already great S300 that much better. The S300 EX is equipped with a PU leather cover and bears the large stitched flame Nitro Concepts logo on the backrest to lend the seat a little extra style in conjunction with the extravagant racing-inspired look.
The Nitro Concepts S300 EX gaming chair is available at OcUK now!
The stylish and durable Deskmats from Nitro Concepts aren't just the perfect surface for gaming mice and keyboards, they also upgrade the looks of any gaming setup. The luxurious design not only coordinates perfectly with Nitro Concepts' line of high-end gaming chairs, it adds some serious style to just about any gaming station.
The new Deskmats from Nitro Concepts are available now at OcUK!
Nitro Concepts, renowned for their premium yet affordable gaming chairs, today introduces their Nitro Concepts Memory Foam Cushion Sets to make for a smart upgrade to any gaming chair. The first class memory foam increases the comfort of your seat as well as the overall ergonomics due to the reduced pressure placed on the user's back. The Nitro Concepts Memory Foam Cushion Sets consist of two cushions. The Nitro Concepts Memory Foam Cushion Sets consist of two cushions, one being for the neck and the other for the lumbar region. The black material is washable and comes supplemented with the addition of the manufacturer's own stylish flame logo in black, or in an attractive high-contrast red should you prefer.
The Nitro Concepts Memory Foam Cushion Sets are available at OcUK now!
In the previous year the S300 Gaming Chairs from Nitro Concepts have unleashed a revolution in gaming chairs. With fresh and vibrant colours, they coordinate perfectly with your RGB lighting. Additionally, the modern materials and user friendly design along with its low price - in spite of its premium features - have impressed gamers around the world. Today Nitro Concepts adds a brand new colour variant to their lineup: Nebula Purple!
Grab yourself the Nitro Concepts S300 gaming chair in Nebula Purple today at Overclockers!
The freshness and variety of intense colours, the modern materials and the user friendly design, all these things have combined to make the Nitro Concepts S300 series incredibly popular. The Nitro Concepts S300 Urban Camo Gaming Chair adds to the collection with a new model with a digital camouflage pattern, something that gives it an authentic high-tech military aesthetic
Computer-generated digital camo like this is used by armies all over the world to enable better concealment in urban warfare.
The new Nitro Concepts S300 Urban Camo Gaming Chair is available now at Overclockers!
The official SL Benfica Special Edition from Nitro Concepts, a comfortable gaming chair adorned with the SL Benficas emblem and motto (E Pluribus Unum) - the spread wing eagle and the ideals connected to it: Striving for victory, teamwork and seizing the initiative. In keeping with these values, values that are essential in competitive gaming sind - Nitro Concepts has brought forth a unique gaming chair for all gamers and football fans!
Now available in limited numbers at Overclockers: Secure your own official Benfica gaming chair!
With RGB motherboards, graphics cards, mice, keyboards and monitors - few would argue that there had been any lack of creative freedom in gaming hardware, and yet something was still missing. The gaming chair. Those days are at an end with the arrival of the new Nitro Concepts S300 Series as, with seven fresh and vibrant colour schemes, everyone is able to pick a style that suits them and expresses their passion! The new gaming chairs make use of modern materials and optimised, user-friendly designs that set them firmly in the premium segment, without the premium price.
The Nitro Concepts S300 Gaming Chairs are Available Soon at Overclockers!
Gaming Chairs Explored
Buying a proper PC gaming chair can ensure longer and more comfortable gaming sessions. Here's our pick of the best.
It's all too easy to look past a chair when building a benchmark-busting gaming setup, but don't forget this crucial bit of kit – after all, you're going to sit there for hours.
Comfort is imperative, which is why it's worth spending a bit of cash on a proper gaming chair. The market is loaded with top-notch products, which is why we've put together this guide to suit all budgets.
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The PC has an overclocked Intel Core i5 6600K running at 4.2GHz inside, along with a Sapphire Vapor-X CPU Cooler which uses vapor chamber technology to keep the CPU running at its best, 16GB of speedy DDR4 3000MHz memory and Sapphire's award winning Nitro+ RX 480 Graphics card range with upgrade options (to select between 4GB and 8GB versions). A 240GB SSD and 2TB SATA HDD take care of all storage needs, the system also includes the latest Microsoft operating system, Windows 10. For a limited time only get a FREE Nitro Concepts C80 Comfort Series Gaming Chair worth £145.95!
The Nitro Force RX 480 Gaming PC is a beautifully crafted gaming PC, following Sapphire's own style. This vision in blue and black benfits from all of the performance advantages Radeon RX 480, which have propelled it to the top of the sales charts, including features such as AMD's liquid VR Technology.
The Sapphire's Nitro+ range of graphics cards is legendary amongst gamers for being the pinnacle of the AMD Radeon Gaming family. Kitted out with high air flow dual 95mm fans, Sapphires' free flow technology and wrapped in a classic, stylish black facade, the Sapphire Nitro range operates faster and cooler than the reference design cards.
An addition to this amazing offer, if you already have a gaming PC and just want to upgrade your graphics card, we have a RX 480 Nitro+ OC 8GB graphics card and Nitro Concepts C80 Motion gaming chair bundle too, saving £44.95.
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Gaming chairs are extremely popular this year with a huge range available from the premium tier brands like noblechairs, to Vertagear and to more affordable brands like Nitro Concepts.
Buying a comfortable chair has become more important to many this year, due to long hours spent sitting down in front of a PC or TV. Users are moving away from the standard dull black office chair, and want something that not only looks great, but also compliments their current setup. The love for these chairs has grown exponentially with gamers, as they're wanting to match their seating to their peripherals or even their PC system.
Overclockers UK are proud to present the new Nitro Concepts E200 and E220, both models are designed to be extremely affordable, staying under the £200 price point. Offering an elegant, futuristic, and a stylish racing design.
There are 7 colour options available immediately at Overclockers UK, all with a comfortable foam padding, breathable PU synthetic leather, 360 degree rotation, height adjustability, a practical rocking function, with a tilt mechanism to make sure the user is always comfortable.
The Nitro Concepts E200 and E220 Series are designed in Germany, using sturdy parts, from a steel frame supporting a maximum load of 120kg, seated on a safety class 4 gas lift, with high quality artificial leather covering.
The high comfort of Nitro Concepts chairs is due to the deformation-resistant padding achieved from the cold foam upholstery, which ensures an ergonomically correct and upright seating position.


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The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) acknowledges that the funding process can create barriers and fatigue. You can find everything you need to apply below, but if you would rather have a conversation, give us a call. We will walk you through it. Contact Laura Benson, assistant director of grants and administration, at 651-772-4244 or email@example.com.
Humanities Innovation Lab: Program Description
The Humanities Innovation Lab supports individuals or organizations who use humanities practices and subject matters to make small steps toward a big idea. The Lab supports experimenting, playing, learning, and growing as the essential spark for humanities ideas with public impact.
MHC values collaboration, good ideas, and community-driven solutions, so we also look to fund opportunities that could lead to deeper engagement and partnership.
Shared Definitions
What do we mean by "humanities"? The humanities help us express, examine, and learn what it means to be human. They include our cultures, languages, ethics, civics, stories, religions, laws, philosophies, histories, and more. Humanities can refer to these disciplines as well as the activities and actions – reflecting, making meaning, connecting, questioning, etc. – that help us learn about our humanity and the human experience.
What do we mean by "innovation"? Innovation can mean lot of things, and we want you to demonstrate what it means to you. Perhaps you might think of innovation as a new idea, a new method, a new use of technology, a creative way of bringing people together, or a novel means of working, gathering, and thinking. Show us what innovation means to you and what benefit it can bring!
What do we mean by "lab"? This opportunity is about answering the question "What would we do if we had $2,000 and six months to try something new?" We are calling this a Lab to foster an exploratory environment in which you don't have to have it all figured out.
What is the Absent Narratives Approach™? The Minnesota Humanities Center collaborates with organizations and people through education, partnerships, and public programs to inspire community conversations, forge deep connections, and illuminate authentic, diverse voices across the state — especially those left out, marginalized, or otherwise absent from our education and public awareness.
At the core of our work is the Absent Narratives Approach™, a values-driven framework for community engagement and collaboration. The four core values ask us to put relationships with people at the center of community change-making and to center absented voices. The four values are:
- Learn from and with multiple voices
- Build and strengthen diverse relationships
- Recognize the inequity or dangers of a single story
- Amplify community solutions for change
Selection Process and Timeline
MHC will assess proposals on the following timeline.
11:59 p.m. Jan. 16, 2020 – Application deadline
Feb. 21, 2020 – Lab Recipient notification
Feb. 21 – Aug. 31, 2020 – Lab activities
Eligibility and State Funding Requirements
Who is eligible: Individuals, teams of no more than three individuals, nonprofit organizations (with 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor that holds 501(c)(3) status), not-for-profit entities, tribal nations, and state/municipal public agencies such as K-12 schools, colleges/universities, or libraries are eligible to apply. All organizations and individuals must be based in Minnesota, in good standing with the IRS, and up to date on reporting and state requirements for any funds previously awarded by the Minnesota Humanities Center.
An organization or individual may apply and receive an award more than once, but they may not receive awards two rounds in a row.
Note: In good standing with the IRS means that the organization has completed all reporting requirements and can therefore receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. We use the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search to confirm IRS compliance.
Fund requirement: The Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, which underwrites this opportunity, requires that proposed and/or awarded funds support new work or new additions to existing work. These funds must supplement, not substitute, other funding sources.
The Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund prohibits funds from being used to:
- Start, match, add to, or complete any type of capital campaign
- Support capital costs (such as improvements, construction, property, or equipment)
- Pay for indirect costs or other institutional overhead charges that are not directly related and proportional to, and necessary for, the activities outlined in the program proposal
- Cover expenditures incurred before the date we authorize you to begin work
- Support benefits and fundraisers
If an organization or project does not meet all of the above requirements, we will not consider it.
How to Apply
Eligible organizations can submit proposals in any of the following formats: online form, postal mail, video, or phone message. You may also feel free to suggest an alternative method to MHC at least one week in advance of the deadline.
Complete proposals, regardless of format, need to include the following information:
- Individual/organization name
- Individual/organization Address
- If applicable, organization's Employer Identification Number (EIN) or fiscal sponsor information
- Project contact information (phone and email)
- What do you want to tell us about your organization?
- What's your big idea?
- What small step do you want to try?
- How does your idea involve the humanities?
- What audience will you reach and/or what community will you impact?
- Tell us what's innovative about your lab.
- How will you include MHC's Absent Narratives Approach™ in your Lab?
- What do you think it might cost? (Support from MHC will not exceed $2,000)
Ready to submit? Respond to the questions above by one of the following methods:
- Online form: Submit through our online form
- Phone: Leave us a message at 651-772-4276
- Email: Send your proposal (preferred file type: Word or PDF) to firstname.lastname@example.com
- Video: Email us a link to your video (no longer than six minutes) to email@example.com
- Postal mail: Postmark by the deadline to:
Minnesota Humanities Center
c/o Innovation Lab
987 Ivy Avenue East
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55106
If you have questions or would like to submit your proposal in a way not mentioned above, contact Laura Benson, assistant director of grants and administration: email@example.com or 651-772-4244.
Assessment Criteria
MHC will assess proposals on the following criteria:
How well do the small steps outlined in the Lab use humanities practices and/or subjects to address a bigger idea?
How does the Lab innovate and why? What makes it new and different?
How well does the Lab align with MHC's mission and Absent Narratives Approach™?
Going deeper
How does the Lab create potential for deeper engagement and collaboration with the Humanities Center?
In addition to the criteria above, we will give preference to organizations whose staff and board reflect the communities they serve, organizations led by indigenous people and people of color, and/or organizations in greater Minnesota.


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A recent report from CNBC reveals that there has been a surge in layoffs in the U.S. In fact, there was a 43 percent increase in job cuts in September (58,877) from August (41,000).
Thankfully, there don't seem to be any signs of an impending economic downturn. Even so, a significant number of Americans — perhaps more than half a million every year — will at some point find themselves out on the pavement without a job. The effects of such layoffs can be devastating for workers, especially for those who have been taken by surprise.
With job prospects remaining good overall, however, a positive attitude and strong job-search technique will ensure that most workers can get back on track within a few months. In this relatively buoyant economy, there are lots of exciting options open to laid-off workers. The sky is truly the limit.
Don't believe me? Here are some and ways that laid-off workers can reinvigorate their careers:
Personal Contacts Can Catapult You to New Levels of Success
Start by utilizing your contacts, as they will supercharge your career. For example:
- Surveys suggests that most jobs are filled via referrals and word of mouth.
- Referred candidates are twice as likely to be interviewed and have a 40 percent higher chance of being hired than non-referred candidates.
- 85 percent of small business clients are found via world of mouth.
One of your first priorities after hearing of your impending layoff should be to work your contacts. Some of your best contacts will be in your current/former company, and that's why it's important to spend your final days/weeks chatting extensively with your internal contacts.
Make a list of all your key contacts, whether internal or external, and work through it. The goal should be to get as many of the following as possible from each contact:
- LinkedIn recommendations
- LinkedIn skill endorsements
- A named referral in another business who could help you get a new job
- A promise of a glowing reference
- An opportunity for you to sell your services back to the company on a freelance or B2B basis
Now Is the Best Time Ever to Go Freelance
In the current economy, an appropriately qualified applicant can probably expect to be at work again in just about five weeks, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.
That being said, going straight back into permanent employment is not your only option. With so many global freelance marketplaces in existence, going freelance is not such a big gamble any more. Anyone can do it. You don't need a preexisting book of leads and contacts. Just join a freelancing site and update your profile, and you'll be able to bid on, win, and be paid for projects within hours.
Of course, it's not quite that easy. If it were, everyone would be doing it. There is a barrier that keeps many people from going freelance: You might not be paid great rates in the early days. You may need to adopt a loss-leading strategy as you learn how to market yourself well, spot good clients, and win great jobs. Over time, though, you'll be able to generate a bank of well-paying clients.
Consumers Love Small Businesses
There has been a gradual erosion of trust in big brands over the years as a result of high-level financial mismanagement and corruption, large-scale ecological disasters, emissions scandals, and so on.
Consumers are turning towards the little guys in business, whom they feel they can trust more than the corporate bigwigs. There has never been a better time to start a small, ethical, customer-orientated small business. There are plenty of alternative funding sources, like Kickstarter and Indiegogo, to help you get on your feet, too.
Losing your job can be difficult, but the reality is there has probably never been a better time to be laid-off. We are in a healthy economy, meaning the continuation of your existing career path is a viable option. Also, the barrier to entry to the freelance world has been removed, making it easy for anyone to launch an exciting freelance career. The ground is also very fertile for starting a new business.
With grit, bravery, and a little inspiration, the sky really is the limit for the laid-off worker.


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I'm not usually one for party dresses, but I've been waiting so long to find the perfect fabric for this pattern and by chance, it came along just in time for the festive season! My sewing progress has been hampered by hit and miss fit in recent months, which has been really demotivating - I'm finding a change in measurements really difficult to adjust to - so I'm totally relieved and thrilled to report a success in fit for my final make of the year: the McCall's M7429 dress.
I picked the pattern out as a prize from The Fold Line (I think for my review of the Waver Jacket?!) over a year ago, and always had velvet in mind for it, but just never came across the right one. The pattern requires a knit with two-way stretch, which adds an extra layer of challenge to finding the perfect fabric. I had a few hours to kill on a recent trip to London and finally made it to Goldhawk Road for a proper shop. I'd been in nearly every shop before coming across this amazing orange stretch velvet in the basement of Fabrix, at only £11 for a couple of metres.
|Stretch guide at top of envelope
In theory, this dress should be quick and easy to make up, but if you've tried this pattern and are a sensitive sewist like me, you might have shed at least a few tears over it from step 9 onwards. The instructions to create the twist on the front are honestly amongst the WORST I've ever seen. I was stubbornly determined to figure it out on my own, but my first attempt was so bad that I couldn't even face taking a picture. I unpicked the whole thing and turned to the internet for help.
I found and followed Brittany J Jones' brilliant tutorial on her YouTube channel and after spending all morning getting the twist wrong, it took me just 20 minutes to get it right. I can't thank Brittany enough for clearly explaining the cryptic instructions and judging by the comments, other people have had very similar experiences. Definitely don't attempt this dress without giving it a watch!
|My finished twist front after following Brittany's tutorial
|Extra points if you can spot stealth cat Enzo in the background!
|Side shot!
The underside of the front skirt piece keeps trying to poke out a little as you can see in the picture above, so this might be something to bear in mind when it comes to picking a fabric. I did a couple of extra stitches by hand at the knot to try and keep it in place, but I don't particularly mind. I actually think the twist front is really flattering from all angles, regardless of the underside making the odd appearance!
|Other side shot!
|A few pressing marks on the back never hurt anyone.
I took 3" off the length of the sleeve as they looked a bit frumpy before and a shorter length seemed more flattering on me. I think the fit in all is just about right, though if you prefer a closer fit and have a good amount of stretch in your fabric, you could definitely play with down-sizing - I would probably downsize myself if I made it in a lighter weight fabric.
I wore my finished dress on Christmas Day and will be getting it back out for New Year celebrations! If I can find an interesting jersey then I'd definitely be up for making it again, perhaps as a dress for work - though I definitely won't be attempting it without help from YouTube next time!
|Thanks to Chris for capturing the me and our almost white Christmas
Thanks Brittany for well and truly saving the day with your tutorial! Has anyone else tried this pattern or finding themselves tempted to give it a go?
- Friday, December 29, 2017
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