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Who we are
Tajmotion is home to a small collective of independent movement professionals who are dedicated to providing high quality education through our own classes and workshop offerings. We support the growth of other teachers within our community by providing affordable space for classes, workshops and events on a sub-lease basis.
P.E. for the curious
Interested in knowing the "how" of a pose or movement pattern? Would you like to engage your mind as well as your body? This is the place for you!
"Yoga is a pneumatic tool", states yoga master BKS Iyengar. "It can be used for good, it can be used to harm." The benefits of yoga and all forms of movement are innumerable. However, as body-based modalities have intensified, related injuries have risen at an alarming rate.
Many students come to Tajmotion seeking sound technical advice from our knowledgeable yoga and Feldenkrais staff. Safety is one of our primary goals: high quality classes for the novice to the expert or professional are offered with the intent to adapt the practice to the individual, making physical education safe and accessible to all.
Our history
Taj Motion is part of a thriving movement community located within the old Crown Hill Elementary School building and was established in 2005 by Theresa Elliott as Taj Yoga. In 2016 she broadened the scope of instruction and leadership, and the studio became Taj Motion under the direction of four Primaries: Becci Parsons, Kathleen Meehan Lorenzo, Theresa Elliott, Robin Werner.
Continuing in it's original intent, the studio is for independent movement professionals. Our colleagues are strong, qualified teachers who have control of their own businesses. As independent contractors, teachers are paid directly by the student. Class cards are redeemable exclusively with that teacher.
About our name
From Theresa Elliott, founder
"The Taj" was a working title I used before I found the studio location. I liked the feeling of whimsical grandeur that it imparted because I thought "Taj" meant "palace". Turns out it means "crown". It was not until after the lease was signed at Crown Hill Elementary School that I realized the happy coincidence between fantasy and location. Thus, "The Taj" became "Taj Yoga", and 10 years later, "Taj Motion" to represent the inclusion of other movement modalities.


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La Dolce Salon Looks & Styles
La Dolce staff members pride themselves with being experts at creating bridal hair and makeup. It's not uncommon for our talented staff to accommodate 2-3 larger wedding parties every Saturday from May through October. As the wedding season is quickly approaching us, we can't help but think about the latest bridal trends of the season. This seasons brides are going retro in a big way. You will be seeing a modern twist reminiscent of the late 1920 – 1950′s. Complete with a resurgence of finger waves and pin curls.
There will be less of the traditional longer veils and more of the birdcage, pill box and flapper style veils which cover part of the brides face with more of a netting versus tulle. Whimsical looks are on the horizon with feathers and more fun, flirty accessories. We recently were involved in a photo shoot with a feathered shrug and feathered hair combs which create a lighter and romantic feel. Beautiful decorative sashes for the waist and stunning bejeweled hair accessories are accented on many brides this spring and summer. Many of our brides are going for a more of an unconstructed 'down-do' look instead of the more classic bridal up-do. La Dolce is aware off all bridal trends and can achieve your desired look. We encourage you to select the style you want and feel most comfortable wearing. Trends do come and go, so select the style that best enhances yourself and your personality. We can make your hair and makeup look amazing with an up-do, down-do, anything Dolce can do!
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During a recent (and yet to be released..) interview with Tom Schwab, he mentioned something very powerful to me — what's ordinary to us might be extraordinary to others. Many of us hold back because we think what we have to share simply isn't that great. In today's Wheel Book Wednesday episode, we go over 3 strategies you can employ to overcome feeling 'ordinary':
1. Recognize you don't have to be an ultimate expert.
2. Identify your strengths, weaknesses and fears.
3. Get over fearing what others think.
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So my good friend Josh is a missionary in Belgium. If you want to learn more about him you can check out the interview I did with him a couple months back. Well, one of the things he does in Belgium is play his bass. He's really good. I remember when we roomed together and I would hear him plucking away some Red Hot Chili Peppers or Primus song. That was always really cool. So he is doing that stuff over in Belgium now. He plays in a couple bands. He is going to be on a short tour with one of those bands, the one in the video above. Please continue to pray for Josh.
The song in the video is a translation of The Time Has Come by Hillsong. These are the lyrics in English:
Found love beyond all reason
You gave Your life Your all for me
And called me Yours forever
Caught in the mercy fallout
I found hope found life
Found all I need
You're all I need
The time has come
To stand for all we believe in
So I for one am gonna
Give my praise to You
Today today it's all or nothing
All the way
The praise goes out to You
Yeah all the praise goes out to You
Today today I live for one thing
To give You praise
In everything I do
Yeah all the praise goes out to You
All we are is Yours
And all we're living for
Is all You are
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Medications are very helpful in the treatment of mental health conditions, but outcomes are generally improved with a combination of medications and counseling.
How to Find a Therapist?
Psychotherapists may be psychologists, social workers or professional counselors. They are highly trained professional who are skilled in helping people cope with struggles in their lives, enhance personal growth, help improve relationships and assist in the recovery from psychiatric disorders.
- Get names from your insurance company, friends and your doctor.
- Remember, credentials are not everything
- Ask yourself if you "feel comfortable" with the therapist; does it feel the therapist is really listening and taking an interest
- Has the therapist asked about your goals of therapy?
- Consider if you prefer a man or woman as your therapist and if age matters
- Are you considering a therapist with a specific theoretical orientation or therapy style?
- Ask if you can speak to or meet the therapist
Is Psychotherapy Effective?
- The short answer is yes, psychotherapy is effective.
- Psychotherapy works well in combination with medication to treat psychiatric conditions
- Psychotherapy helps find solutions to problems and situations that are causing distress
- Psychotherapy helps improve relationships
- Psychotherapy helps teach specific skills to help you deal with your problems or illness
- Psychotherapy can improve your communication skills, leadership skills and manage difficult situation
- Psychotherapy can help with grief, anger, and disappointment
- Psychotherapy can help you better manage stress
- Psychotherapy can help improve your self esteem and confidence leading to a better quality of life
Types of Psychotherapy
There are many different approaches to psychotherapy. There is no evidence that one type of psychotherapy is superior to another, and many therapists use strategies from multiple therapy types. Psychotherapy is generally held in person in an office on a one to one basis, but some people engage in couples and family therapy or group therapy. Recently, therapy has been expanded to on line counseling in situations where therapists are not available locally.
Examples of therapy styles include but are not limited to
- Behavioral Therapy
- Cognitive Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gestalt Therapy
- Humanistic Therapy
- Client Centered Therapy
- Psychoanalytic or Psychodynamic Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Solution Focused Therapy


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Canberra, Jan 11 (IANS) Snake catchers in Australia have rescued a python which was found covered in over 500 ticks.
A video posted online showed the reptile, which was believed to be ill, coated in the parasites in a backyard swimming pool on the Gold Coast in Queensland, the BBC reported on Friday.
A professional handler removed the snake and took it for treatment at a wildlife clinic, the report said.
Vets removed more than 500 ticks, snake catcher Tony Harris told the BBC, and it was expected to recover.
Harris said he believed the snake had been trying to drown the ticks in the pool.
The presence of such a large amount of ticks indicated that the snake was likely to have an underlying illness, possibly due to heat stress or drought conditions, the report said.


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The second task of the basic photography #developingyoureye blogging course was to capture warmth.
The email explained that this is used by capturing images using natural light which often is referred to as sunlight.
My pot plant (: Pastel, sits by the lounge window to get some sunlight during the day. I captured this in all hope of using sunlight to capture the warmth
I'm so excited to be doing these free courses that WordPress offers.
Here's to building the TayTells brand by mastering all the tips and tricks to make my posts more Appealing to the eye and interesting to read.
Here's to spreading love and light across the world, one post at a time.
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My computer's hard drive died this week. In it's unexpected death, it took with it so many pictures that I was planning on sharing with you. I'm a little frustrated. Mostly at myself for not backing things up better. And while it's in the shop, I can't upload all the new photos I want to share with you: the garage! artwork in the living room! my amazing garage sale finds!
Until things are back in working order at my house, I'm going share with you some of my top picks from my absolute favorite store. Anthropologie. Swoon. You all can consider this inspiration. Chris can consider this the beginning of my Christmas list. :)
I had a set of pencils exactly like this growing up. I loved them. But I was never sure what to do with them. Now, I would put them in a cute vase wrapped in twine or bright ribbon.
The candle putter-outer (that is the technical term.) is perfect. And functional. Because clearly, bending over and blowing is not as beautiful.
Um, yes please.
Okay, this little guy could.not.be.cuter. He inspired this post. I think I want him at home and at work. He makes me giggle and swoon at the same time. Not an easy feat my friends. Unless you're my husband.
Love the shiny beads paired with the oh-so-orange ribbon.
Love this journal. So perfect for writing down all my blog ideas. And, unable to die. Something I cannot say for my hard drive.
I leave you with the best.smelling.candle. Have you guys smelled this candle? Specifically the volcano flavor. This is a scent I cannot get over and constantly have burning in my house.
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Landlord Legal Insurance
When you take out one of these policies with us, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that, should you need to take a tenant to court, you won't be footing the bill. Our expert team is on hand to ensure you take out the exact cover you need to meet your requirements.
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The life of third-year financial mathematics student Najdana Andjelkovic will be honoured this week on campus.
Andjelkovic died in a car crash in the early hours of Oct. 31. She was heading eastbound on the Gardiner Expressway east of Parkside Drive when she hit two concrete blocks and a guard rail. She was only 25-years-old.
While at Ryerson, Andjelkovic was vice-president of the Ryerson Science Society. Since her death, the science society has met to discuss how to pay respect to the contributions Andjelkovic made to the Faculty of Science.
The society has come up with three ways to pay respect to their friend and member.
Memorial Walk
The first event will be a memorial walk on Nov. 11. The walk will begin at Allan Gardens and end at the Ryerson science lounge. Anyone who wants to honour Andjelkovic's memory is welcome to join the walk.
The group decided to begin the walk at Allan Gardens because it was one of Andjelkovic's favourite places to go near campus, said the president of the science society, Cristina Thuppu Mudalige.
"And the science lounge is a place where the society usually hosts small events and preps for larger events," she said.
Plaque in the science lounge
The installation of Andjelkovic's plaque will also take place on Nov. 11 at the science lounge.
"[This plaque is] to commemorate Najdana's passion and commitment to improving student life for everyone in the Faculty of Science," said Thuppu Mudalige.
Volleyball game
Next week there will be a volleyball game in celebration of Andjelkovic's passion for the sport. Everyone is welcome to come and play.
"She played volleyball almost every weekend and her team would place first in almost all the tournaments," said Thuppu Mudalige.
The game will take place in the Kerr Hall East upper gym on Nov. 15.


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Synergy lets you easily share a single mouse and keyboard between multiple computers with different operating systems without special hardware. It's intended for users with multiple computers on their desk since each system uses its own display.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Synergy - desktop sharing for Windows, Linux and Mac OS
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You may also wish to check out Mikogo web conferencing for desktop sharing and remote support. It's a freeware app with many features such as recording, scheduler, file transfer, whiteboard, etc.
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At the first of many community conversations regarding the future of the Arkansas Arts Center, Studio Gang founder and principal Jeanne Gang shared insights on her firm's philosophy regarding architecture and approach to design, focusing on the ways architecture can help people connect with each other and their environment. Gang highlighted three of the firm's previous projects – the Nature Boardwalk in Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo, the Writers Theatre in Glencoe, Ill. and University of Chicago Residential Commons. … Read More
Arkansas Arts Center announces associate architect
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The Arkansas Arts Center announced the selection of Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects as associate architect for its upcoming building project. Polk Stanley Wilcox will work in partnership with Studio Gang Architects on a reimagined Arkansas Arts Center. Studio Gang was selected as design architect for the expansion and renovation in December. Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects is a programming, architectural, planning and interior design firm with offices in Little Rock and Fayetteville. They have experience working … Read More


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I made these Christmas socks about four years ago. I have worn them each season since. This year I noticed a hole in one of the socks. Fortunately, I kept the left-over yarn. Has anyone tried to knit a hole closed? Maybe something like the kitchener stitch? I can just seam it, of course. It won't show anyway. I'm just curious.
I'm not able to link to the thread for you, but look under General Knitting for the Hubbys Socks thread. On the 2nd page of posts, ArtLady linked to a great video on how to knit a patch to repair holes in socks.
Good luck!
Ah, that sounds like exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!
Darn it!
No, seriously, darn it…that's what one kind of sock repair is called. I've been waiting for ages to haul out that old joke :teehee:
Since you have the matching yarn and all, you'll be able to do a smooth repair and it will either not show or be really, really hard to see once it's done. Putting new toes and heels in socks is another once-common skill that ought to be revived since sock knitting is so popular now.


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Inaugurated in 1998 to celebrate the centennial of actress-singer Lenya's birth, the Lotte Lenya Competition is an international theater singing contest that recognizes talented young singers and actors who are dramatically and musically convincing in a wide range of repertoire. The competition is unique in its equal emphasis on singing and acting, and contestants must present fully acted, idiomatic performances of repertoire ranging from opera to contemporary musical theater.Justin Hopkins '06, a Loyola University New Orleans alumnus from the College of Music and Media, won second prize in the finals of the 2012 Lotte Lenya Competition, held in April at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, N.Y. A bass-baritone from Philadelphia, Pa., Hopkins tied with Jacob Keith Watson, tenor, for second place prizes of $10,000.
"Justin showed great promise from the very beginning of his studies at Loyola. He has a voice of fine grained quality and sings with so much heart," said Philip Frohnmayer, voice professor and coordinator of vocal activities at Loyola. "A strong background in piano gave him an excellent platform for growth, and I truly looked forward to his lessons."
While at Loyola, Hopkins performed leading bass-baritone roles in three operas: "The Magic Flute," "Lakme" and "Romeo and Juliet."
Judges for this year's competition were three-time Tony Award nominee Rebecca Luker, Broadway and "Encores!" music director Rob Berman, and Theodore S. Chapin, president of the Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization and chairman of the board of the American Theater Wing. Matthew Grills, tenor, won the $15,000 first prize and Megan Marino, mezzo-soprano, was awarded the third prize of $7,500.
The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, which sponsors the competition, distributed a record $58,500 in prizes this year. The foundation is dedicated to promoting understanding of the life and works of composer Kurt Weill and preserving the legacies of Weill and his wife, Lotte Lenya.
|Photo Caption: 2012 Lotte Lenya Competition winners (left to right): Matthew Grills, Jacob Keith Watson, Justin Hopkins, Megan Marino. Photo courtesy of the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music.


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"When we see those who profess the faith firm in principle, fearless in
duty, zealous in the cause of God, yet humble and lowly, gentle and
tender, patient toward all, ready to forgive, manifesting love for souls
for whom Christ died, we do not need to inquire, Are they Christians?
They give unmistakable evidence that they have been with Jesus and
learned of Him." Ellen White, Signs of the Times, January 11, 1883.
- 04/05/2014: Connections in His Great Work
- 04/12/2014: Two Hundred Families
- 04/19/2014: Two Hundred Families
- 04/26/2014: From Sorrow to Singing
- 05/03/2014: From Slavery to Freedom
- 05/10/2014: Meeting Challenges with Jesus In Asia
- 05/17/2014: Give Ye Them to Eat
- 05/24/2014: The Monkey's Are Coming
- 05/31/2014: In the Wilderness
- 06/07/2014: Gaining the Victory
- 06/14/2014: Connections in His Great Work
- 06/21/2014: Before We Even Ask
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MiFID II Is Closing and Many Firms Are Ready. Many Others, Well, Aren't
With less than 130 days to the MiFID II implementation deadline there are still industry concerns about the ability of many investment firms to be compliant with all aspects of the regulation.
Investment firms who are better placed to meet the deadline are those firms that have worked closely with their peers, industry representative groups and software solution providers to reach a consensus on their interpretation of the regulatory requirements and have had open discussions as to how best meet to requirements.
Big Teams, Small Teams
In addition, those firms who took a "divide and conquer" strategy by spreading the workload across dedicated teams focusing on specific aspects of the regulation, coupled with strong programme management are generally more advanced in their MiFID II preparation than other firms who left it to a small team of people, often relying on in-house solutions.
Sourcing the data content required to fulfil transaction reporting, indirect costs disclosure and product governance still remains a headache for much of the industry.
Implementation of MiFID II transaction reporting (RTS22) seems to be the topic where firms have made the most progress. This is not surprising given that this remains the most clearly defined element of the regulation and the highest priority topic for many firms.
A Quite Variable Comfort Zone
While firms may be feeling more comfortable with their progress on transaction reporting, they seem to be less advanced in choosing an Approved Publication Arrangement (APA) required for trade reporting transactions executed "off venue".
Firms are in varying degrees of readiness to ensure that they comply with costs and charges disclosure. In particular, firms must have an ex-ante solution in place and, from an ex-post disclosure viewpoint, ensure that they are capturing from day one all direct service and transaction costs charged to their clients.
On a more technical note, implementation teams have only recently received confirmation of the updated MiFID II FIX protocol "rules of engagement" requirements for trading platforms, executing brokers and APAs.
In summary, "the jury is still out" as to whether the January 2018 deadline will be met by many firms.


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Do you love a good Twitter Party? You know we do and we're excited to host a party to chat about Disney's Star Wars Rebels and the new DVD release ! On Friday, October 3, 2014 at 8:00 pm EST, please join us for the #SparkRebellion Twitter Party where we'll be discussing all things Star Wars new, old and in between, as well as giving you a chance to win prizes! You're not going to want to miss this Friday night twitter party!
All of the hosts are Star Wars film fanatics and have a lot to share. I can't wait to chat with everyone about Star Wars memories and talk about the new Disney's Star Wars Rebels DVD and toy line. The DVD releases on October 3rd and a full line of Star Wars Rebels toys will be available at Walmart. Da Boyz are incredibly excited about both the DVD and these new toys to collect, especially the Rebels Millennium Falcon, Inquisitor lightsaber, .
DATE: Friday, October 3rd
TIME: 8:00 – 9:00 pm ET
EARLY BIRD PRIZE: 1 – $50 Walmart Gift Card
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HOSTS: @OutnumberedMama, @MommaDandDaBoyz, @GeekDad248, @tsue1136 and @tsue1136
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Brandwatch announced that it has acquired PeerIndex for its strengths in influencer analytics and mapping. The ten employees of PeerIndex join Brandwatch to integrate their technologies and develop new products, and its office gives Brandwatch a presence in central London.
Details of the cash and equity deal were not disclosed. This is the first acquisition for Brandwatch, which raised $22 million earlier this year.


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Whether you are just starting out on Pinterest or want to inject some excitement into your online marketing efforts, try hosting a Pinterest contest!
Pinterest contests are a great way to increase engagement and even get more sales. Contests have been shown to increase website traffic and will help build "buzz" and attention around your brand.
Any business, large or small, can run a successful Pinterest contest – as long as it is well-planned and geared towards their customers and clients. So what are you waiting for?
Here are my top 7 ways to host a killer contest on Pinterest.
1. Follow the Pinterest Guidelines.
This is the most important rule. Check out the Pinterest Brand Guidelines to find out what is permissible and what is not allowed when creating your Pinterest contest.
Some rules that that may surprise you:
- No sweepstakes. Businesses are not allowed to run a "sweepstakes", where each Pin, board, like or follow represents an entry. This means that a winner cannot be chosen at random. For your contest, make sure that in your guidelines you state that boards will be judged on creativity, uniqueness, etc.
- No voting. Pinterest users are not allowed to get people to vote on a winner with their Pins, boards, or likes.
- Create an original name. You cannot call your contest a "Pin it to win it" contest.
There are still many ways you can run a successful contest without running afoul of these guidelines.
What you can do:
- Ask contest entrants to use a hashtag.
The American Red Cross created a simple contest called "Walk It. Pin It. Win It." where they asked entrants to take photos of their favorite walking paths. Entrants could pin the photo anywhere they liked on their own Pinterest boards, while adding the hashtag #walkit in the description.
This approach is very easy – there are no detailed guidelines or boards to create! The Red Cross then repinned their favorites and the contest winners' photos onto their own Pinterest account.
- Ask for repins.
Ask pinners to repin items from a specific board.
You can also ask contest entrants to repin a specific pin, and then to go an outside website to complete the entry.
- Ask pinners to create boards.
A good way to get engagement is to require contest entrants create a Pinterest board around a specific topic. You can choose the name of the board or let pinners choose their own name.
When they create the board around the topic (example, Spring Fashion, Dream Vacation, Back to School), make sure that you require them to repin at least 5 pins from your account onto their new board.
2. Know your audience.
Hosting a Pinterest contest will not work if you do not understand your customers.
ModCloth knows that a lot of their customers use Pinterest to create boards around weddings and fashion. So, they created a specific contest around pinning items related to a dream wedding.
Personally I think it's a lot of work for just a $100 gift card, but since their target audience is pinning these things anyway, why not do it to increase exposure and connection to ModCloth?
3. Make the contest easy to enter.
Make your contest incredibly easy to enter! The more obstacles to entry that you eliminate and the fewer hoops you require entrants to jump through the better.
Maybe you want to build your email list using this contest, so you could simply require a first name and email to enter.
An even simpler way is to what Gilt Home did (below) and simply require entrants to comment on a specific pin. Create a great graphic letting people know they just need to comment.
4. Collect information on entrants.
Creating a successful Pinterest contest will help you grow your customer base and those interested in your product. But what happens after the contest?
Consider collecting email addresses or more information on the entrants in order to market to them after the contest is over. Requiring registration can be a risk, but it will provide you with future marketing prospects.
You can easily create a landing page with leadpages.com that sends people directly to information about the contest. You do not want to send people to your main Pinterest account or you main website homepage, which will require them to click around and probably click away in frustration.
Visit Savannah created a specific landing page for their "Savannah No Boys Allowed" Pinterest Contest, where they required a Like on Facebook and a follow on Pinterest.
Collecting contact information on contest entrants depends on your goals for the contest, your overall marketing strategy and what your audience will tolerate. I suggest testing different types of contests and seeing what works best for your business and your customers.
5. Focus on great visuals.
Pinterest is an inherently visual social network, after all. In order to grab people's attention, your graphics and visuals must be colorful and eye-catching.
You can put the specific contest information within the graphic, or focus on the visual and put the details in the caption.
6. Have a great incentive.
Giveaway contests are a great way to incentivize current and potential customers to enter your contest.
Make the giveaway or prize very relevant to your audience. For example, if you are not a tech company, don't give away an iPad. Everyone and their mother wants the new iPad, and that will not provide you with targeted followers.
Make the giveaway about your brand and your business – giveaway something that only you can give, and that your customers would really want!
7. Promote!
Do not assume that you will create a contest and that it will just go "viral".
Share the contest with your email list, put a graphic on your website, promote it on other social networks, talk it up in your podcast, etc. Approach influential bloggers or online marketers about helping you spread the word.
Victoria's Secret creates special tabs on their Facebook page and sends out emails to promote their Pinterest contests.
A successful Pinterest contest takes a bit of forethought, planning and work, but it can be well worth the rewards!


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Victory in a tough final sprint saw Kirsten Wild (Cervélo) take a last minute victory in the Ladies Tour of Qatar for a second year running.
Wild had clawed her way back into overall contention after taking bonus seconds in all three of the intermediate sprints on stage three and then finally went and clinched the overall in the final dash for the line on Doha's Corniche seafront.
Wild also avoided a nasty crash less than 100 metres to the line which saw HTC-Columbia's young sprinter Chloe Hosking hospitalised with head injuries. Initial reports say the Australian is in a stable condition.
Although Germany's Lisa Brennauer had a couple of minutes advantage when the bunch hit the final six laps around the seafront, with overall victory on the table Cervélo were in no mood to let the attacks go.
With three kilometres left to race and a ferociously strong headwind it was clear it would come down to a bunch sprint of a front group of about 40 riders, which Wild took in emphatic fashion.
Second was Italy's Giorgia Bronzini, who had been leading the race going into the final stage after her stage two win. Safa-Pasta Zara's Rasa Leleivyte was third.
"I didn't know what my condition would be like for this race because I had to leave our training camp early when I fell ill," Wild said afterwards.
"And although I won the intermediate sprints on the first stage which made me one of the team's leaders, I punctured in the final sprint that day and then I got fourth on the second stage.
"So I knew it was going to be very close and very stressful because I had to win the last sprint and I had only one opportunity. But I took it, and I won."
Asked about her Cervélo team-mate Lizzie Armitstead, who crashed out in the second stage, Wild said "it was a bad crash, she went down hard, hurting her right side and she's got a neckbrace on as a precaution, but I think she's doing okay."
The men's Tour of Qatar starts on Sunday, February 7.
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A traumatic subdural with a pretty good shift deteriorates on his transfer from some rural area, gets to your hospital as a GCS of 7 and needs to go to the operating room emergently. His next of kin rode on the transport to your hospital. Other family members are en route by car but are some distance out.
You try to consent his next of kin using phrases like 'emergency,' 'right now,' 'life and death'. The response is a lot of waffling, a request to wait until the rest of the family gets to the hospital, and calls to those same family members seeking advice.
I seem to have run into the above, or the equivalent, several times over my still young intern year. Not every night or every week, but a few times. Too many times.
I understand such situations are incredibly stressful for those presented with a decision for an emergent procedure (or not) for a loved one. I understand a lot of information is presented to them in a short period and they're asked to digest it under stress and make one of the most important decisions of their lives.
I'm not sure it excuses trying to skirt the responsibility.
The most frustrating instances involve those legally responsible asking you as the provider to seek the opinion of other family members and to have them decide.
"Oh, I just don't know! Can you call his sister and have her decide?"
"I'm happy to talk to her and anyone else in the family, but this is something I really need consent from you for."
Admittedly it could be me. I don't think so however. I think I present the situation generally with the proper sense of urgency and yet lay out the decision to be made and the options and the consequences of each option in a pretty down to earth and understandable way. The few times I've run into this, others – my residents, fellows, faculty – who have come along to talk to the family after me have had the same problem.
True, maybe as the first to attempt consent I've spoiled the whole pot for all who follow. More likely the commitment and responsibility owed to a loved one breaks down under the spotlight of the situation for some.
Decisions under time pressure, with limited information, with a loved one at stake are incredibly difficult and I try to check my frustration. However, a sense of responsibility is just sometimes lacking from those asked to choose to either put the pen to the consent form or to refuse to put the pen to the consent form.


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Is Haley Barbour done yet?
When Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour first ran into a firestorm on the race issue, I suggested he was done for as a potential presidential nominee. The last thing the Republican Party needed, I explained at the time, was a Southerner out of central casting who appeared tone deaf on race. And besides, what was the rationale for the governor's candidacy? But many conservatives disagreed and on he plunged into the primary before the primary.
Well, after an uninspired overseas speech and a rocky outing on the friendliest of the Sunday news shows, Barbour is back in the news, and the subject once again is race. Politico reports:
In the latest racially charged incident in his home state, Haley Barbour on Tuesday drew fire when he refused to condemn a proposal honoring a Klu Klux Klan leader and Confederate general on a state license plate.
"I don't go around denouncing people. That's not going to happen," Barbour, who is considering a run for the White House in 2012, said when asked about the plate, the Associated Press reported. "I know there's not a chance it'll become law."
The state NAACP has denounced the proposal from the Mississippi Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans to honor Confederate Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest, who went on to become an early leader of the KKK.
Let's be clear: no candidate can successfully run for president if he doesn't understand you should rebuke efforts to honor the man most identified with the KKK.
Do I think Barbour is a racist? No. Do I think he's clueless as to how racial issues play outside his home state? Yes. Do I think it's feasible that the Republican electorate would want him as the standard bearer of its party to run against the first African American president? I really don't.
A very smart Republican consultant who is not aligned with any candidate said of the latest flap, "Maybe it's a good thing. Let everybody move on." Indeed, better for this to happen now, and for activists, insiders, donors and voters to know what would be in store with a Barbour candidacy. Barbour's been a valuable asset to the Governors' Association and to the party as RNC chairman. That doesn't mean he should be a presidential nominee. You sort of hope, for his own sake, he'll quietly return to the governorship before more damage is done to his own reputation.
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"Do I think Barbour is a racist? No. Do I think he's clueless as to how racial issues play outside his home state? Yes."
This is one of the fairest things I think I've seen about Barbour's racial controversy. I'd add, though, that he's not so great at understanding racial issues even in Mississippi (at least from the perspective of black folks: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20101221/ap_on_el_ge/barbour_race ).
I don't necessarily condemn Barbour for it - he's a conservative, and his Mississippian base are predominately white conservatives, and in terms of genuine race-baiting, he's better than certain governors of Maine: http://new.bangordailynews.com/2011/01/14/politics/lepage-on-naacp-tell-them-to-kiss-my-butt/
But he's fundamentally out of touch with most Americans on this one, left and right, and Obama's going to be a tough candidate for any Republican nominee. Barbour's presidential aspirations are dead in the water.
Posted by: NicholasLeCompte | February 16, 2011 10:24 AM | Report abuse
Forrest was a brilliant general, but his role in forming the Klan makes him one of the villains of Southern history. Barbour is clueless not to grasp that fact.
Posted by: eoniii | February 16, 2011 11:06 AM | Report abuse
The fact that you're posting about HB shows how truly clueless and desperate the NeoCons are to find the sucessor to BO.
Posted by: rcaruth | February 16, 2011 11:33 AM | Report abuse
"The fact that you're posting about HB shows how truly clueless and desperate the NeoCons are to find the sucessor to BO."
C'mon RCAR, just because JR writes an article on Haley Barbour (that denounces him no less), it isn't an attempt to "find the successor to BO." Should the dreaded "neo-cons" avoid writing articles about anyone who might have even an outside shot at being the R nominee?
Posted by: RitchieEmmons | February 16, 2011 11:51 AM | Report abuse
Yes Concentrate on winners not losers
Posted by: rcaruth | February 16, 2011 11:57 AM | Report abuse
I see no problem honoring HB, and no Democrat should either.... (I hear screaming somewhere lol..) Why? Two words.. Robert Byrd... Any Democrat remember him? I was shocked looking at all the appraise he got over the last decade, and a huge swelling of democratic pride after he died last year. They did not bring up the fact Byrd was the founder of his local KKK branch. Flying the confederate flag... BAD... honoring a true KKK founder.. GOOD! He's our KKK guy so that's ok…
Posted by: thatavkguy | February 16, 2011 1:28 PM | Report abuse
"Yes Concentrate on winners not losers."
RCAR, And who in god's name knows who's a winner and a loser at this point? Bill Clinton came from deep inside the pack to win the nomination. Obama was an underdog at this stage in the game as well. McCain was barely on the presidential nominee radar when things got started last time around.
My guess is that Barbour is not the nominee when we get to November 2012, but he's a potential candidate at this point. Who knows where he ends up??
Posted by: RitchieEmmons | February 16, 2011 1:55 PM | Report abuse
Rcar and Ritchie: That's why discussion of potential GOP presidential candidates is premature at this stage and more akin to gossip than anything else.
thatavkguy: trust me, plenty of Dems outside the Beltway, probably mostly northerners, were never Robert Byrd fans.
Posted by: MsJS | February 16, 2011 2:02 PM | Report abuse
According to reports from his era he was not a great general. The Battle/Massacre at Fort Pillow. An official investigation discovered evidence that "the Confederates were guilty of atrocities which included murdering most of the garrison after it surrendered, burying Negro soldiers alive, and setting fire to tents containing Federal wounded."
Byrd and the Klan. Joined in 1942 and left in 1943. He said, he thought the Klan could provide an outlet for his talents and ambitions but would long live to regret it. In a 2005 interview he said, "I know now I was wrong. Intolerance had no place in America. I apologized a thousand times . . . and I don't mind apologizing over and over again. I can't erase what happened." No comparison.
Posted by: rlj1 | February 16, 2011 2:40 PM | Report abuse
There is no comparison between NB Forrest and Sheets Byrd. The only people who have to answer for Byrd are the voters of West Virginia, an inbred, slackjawed group if there ever was one. There are few if any Northern states that would ever have elected this pompous clown.
And at least Byrd apologized for his missteps, unlike Strom "I love me some dark meat" Thurmond -- and not on his deathbed, either.
Posted by: Observer691 | February 16, 2011 2:52 PM | Report abuse
Barbour was a non-starter. Sure, just have the GOP keep tacking far Right, alienate the center. You can't win with just 30% of the vote. Better forget 2012, and look towards 2016 when you decide America wants neither extreme.
Posted by: jckdoors | February 16, 2011 2:57 PM | Report abuse
Come on. He don't get it, and he ain't never gonna get it. The only people who would think Haley Barbour would be a good presidential candidate are Democrats. He's goofy on top of everything else. There are better southern governors around, including former Gov. Bob Riley of Alabama.
Posted by: dparks2 | February 16, 2011 3:09 PM | Report abuse
Boss Hog
Posted by: rcaruth | February 16, 2011 3:29 PM | Report abuse
rlj1, I agree that the Fort Pillow massacre was unforgivable even by the standards of the time (see Gen. W.T. Sherman's march across Georgia). You're wrong, though, about Forrest not being a great cavalry general. He revolutionized the tactics of warfare despite having little education and no military training. He emphasized getting there first with the most, which has remained a main principle of warfare ever since. Shelby Foote said the Civil War produced only two geniuses, Lincoln and Forrest.
Forrest was a ferocious warrior who reportedly killed 31 men in hand-to-hand combat and had thirty horses shot out from under him during the war. His courage, leadership skills, and tactical brilliance were off the charts. But the Fort Pillow massacre and his role in founding the KKK, in my opinion, outweigh the recognition he deserves for his greatness.
Posted by: eoniii | February 16, 2011 3:33 PM | Report abuse
The Civil War was long ago. Even Woodrow Wilson praised Griffith's "Birth of a Nation" with its glorification of the KKK.
WHAT many (most?) people don't know is that Theodore Roosevelt's racial views were EXACTLY the same as Adolph Hitler's.
Check it OUT - - - Our racial slaughter of the monkey men, women and children in the Philippines was a forerunner of Hitler's Holocaust!
Geeze! When will Rubin and others learn to stop judging people by 2011 social mores? Apparently never!
Stupidity and Ignorance persists.
Posted by: lufrank1 | February 16, 2011 4:00 PM | Report abuse
The question isn't really whether Barbour is a racist or not. Might be, might not be...we can't be sure of what he thinks. However, if he's this clueless about how a candidate should behave, he clearly doesn't have the sense to be a successful presidential candidate. He's a backroom pol/operator and very good at it. He's not ready to be out in front.
Posted by: AHappyWarrior | February 16, 2011 4:08 PM | Report abuse
@ thatavkguy: You mentioned.. Byrd was a republican first at heart. Why do you think he joined the KKK and than became a democrat later. He realized what the republican party was all about and how wrong they were. So he decided to run as a democrat to help those the republican party wanted to shaft. Someone had to protect them and Byrd took it upon himself to stand up for the rights of people, freedom and justice for all. May he rest in peace...
Posted by: Realistic5 | February 16, 2011 4:27 PM | Report abuse
First, the guy is a Bigot, plain ans simple, includiong the capital "B".
Second, he's a hillbilly bigot AND a K Street CROOK. I think he'd be a brilliant tea-bagger republican candidate!
Posted by: jeffc6578 | February 16, 2011 4:46 PM | Report abuse
I see Gov "Boss Hogg" Barbour as the epitome of everything that is wrong with America, and of nothing that is right with America.
As such, I cannot imagine supporting him for any national office; but, I can foresee a new golden age in political cartooning, if by the curse of God, he happened to get elected.
Posted by: OldUncleTom | February 16, 2011 5:29 PM | Report abuse
Barbour seems to think that the issue will resolve itself by being defeated in the legislature. That however does NOT excuse his clueless and spineless approach to the issue. America is so over politicians of his stripe.
Posted by: drazen1 | February 16, 2011 6:11 PM | Report abuse
Is Haley Barbour done yet?
what....you mean is his season of vanity as a poseur trying to see if his doomed prospects for POTUS are something other than "unreal" or "impossible" finally reaching their inevitable conclusion?
He is not only done, he is Did.
There are no Republican contenders yet that meet that test of "hey now, that guy (yes...male...because c'mon, there are no serious female contenders)looks like a US president.
Posted by: roboturkey | February 16, 2011 6:37 PM | Report abuse
He's wasting everyone's time. Ain't going to happen. A good ole boy from the south. Anyone is mentally picturing him wearing a hood. And, since Nixon, chipmunk looking presidents ain't the way either.
Posted by: RegisUrgel | February 16, 2011 6:45 PM | Report abuse
Haley might have thought he might get a call to be VP on the ticket, even if he did not do well in the primaries. But, after this, Say Goodnight, Haley!!
Posted by: ners1507 | February 16, 2011 7:33 PM | Report abuse
It's disappointing. Barbour had all of the chops to be a legit national candidate. I don't think he's bigoted (well, at least racist), but he has blinders regarding the South.
That's fair enough. He'll be a successful governor of 'Bama. Just don't plan on a house on the Potomac.
Posted by: FairlingtonBlade | February 16, 2011 8:16 PM | Report abuse
It's laughable that anyone thought he had a chance to be POTUS in the first place.
He is a repulsive overweight good ol' boy.
How could anyone think this repellent racist slug had a chance to be POTUS.
It boggles the mind.
Posted by: ethereal_reality | February 16, 2011 8:39 PM | Report abuse
Yes, stick a fork in him...
Posted by: staussfamily | February 16, 2011 10:42 PM | Report abuse
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Happy Draw A Dinosaur Day!
Courtesy Mark RyanHey kids! This coming Wednesday - January 30th - is my birthday. And even more exciting, it's once again Draw A Dinosaur Day! I used to love drawing dinosaurs as a kid so I think it really cool that the two events fall on the same date each year. What's so special about Draw A Dinosaur Day? It's not really complicated – it's just a day to draw your favorite dinosaur and submit it to the official DADD website. Simple, huh?
Several years ago, Mr. Todd H. Page, the brains behind DADD, thought it would be "a fun way to get everyone to do something creative and silly." He got that right. Just look at some previous submissions.
This year will be the 7th annual Draw A Dinosaur Day. So, in the next few days start to figure out which dinosaur you want to draw and then, on January 30th get out your pens, pencils, crayons or whatever and draw a dinosaur. When you're finished just upload your masterpiece to the DADD page!
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Fix Programs That Don't Work with OneDrive Files in Windows 8.1
In Windows 8.1, OneDrive can give you access to all your files in the cloud, without fully storing them on your device. At least, in theory, your apps and programs should be able to work with these files like they do with any other files. However, problems may happen. For example, when large files are being downloaded by a program, there may be a long delay, with no progress bar reflecting the download. Other programs might not even see your OneDrive files so that they can open them. Fortunately, such problems can be fixed by using a new compatibility setting, introduced in Windows 8.1.
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As explained here, apps and desktop applications work with Smart Files (files that are available online-only) as if they are normal files stored on your hard disk. In a desktop application, when you open an online-only file from OneDrive, Windows 8.1 first downloads it and then the program is able to use the file. If the file is large, the download process takes a while and you are shown the progress of the download.
When opening Smart Files from modern Windows 8.1 apps, they too download the files before opening them for use. During the download process you see some dots moving clockwise until the download is finished. From then onward you can use that file in the app.
Problems that You May Encounter with Older Programs
As in all things tech, failure is always possible. For example, when large files are being downloaded by a program, there may be a long delay, with no progress bar reflecting the download. Some desktop applications, when you use their File->Open dialogue, might not display OneDrive files that are available online-only. Since OneDrive defaults to offline, a direct look at the file system won't see files. Therefore, you cannot select those files and work with them. Personally, I did not encounter such issues but, when using older programs they may happen. Fortunately, Microsoft has provided a new compatibility setting that may help.
Enable this program to work with OneDrive files
To solve this problem, find the executable file of the program that is having issues. Then, in File Explorer right-click on it. Alternatively, you can select the file and, in the ribbon, click the Home tab and then the Properties button, in the Open section.
The Properties window is opened for the selected file. Go to the Compatibility tab. In the Settings section, check the box that says "Enable this program to work with OneDrive files".
Then, click or tap OK. If more than one user account uses the same desktop application, then it is best to press the "Change settings for all users" button and select "Enable this program to work with OneDrive files" in the new window that opens. Then, press OK in both Properties windows.
This way, the setting is applied to all user accounts on your Windows 8.1 computer or device, for that desktop application.
The Smart Files feature in Windows 8.1 and OneDrive is definitely interesting and, like all technologies, it can fail in some scenarios. I wonder if many users have problems with it. If you do, don't hesitate to share your story using the comments form below.


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Brewing up a Chai
The preparation of Chai takes about 5-10 minutes. The water is boiled and the black tea leaves are added. Once the tea infuses into the water giving it a brown-black colour, the spices are added. Sugar and milk to taste. The mixture is allowed to boil until it rises. In India, the chai is filtered and served in special cups.
Thanks to Denea from Gourmet Rabbit for organising this free Chai Making Class aka #chaitweetup with owner Harvey Parekh and Chef Raj Mehta from Coffee Garam. The small cafe has only been opened for about 5 months and Raj joined in the last month to help try and achieve their clear passion to introduce authentic Indian snack food to Sydney including homemade Chai tea. Today's tweetup was mainly to demonstrate the process of making Chai tea and introducing a few tasty snacks. The homemade Chai spice mix including cinnamon, cardamon, cloves and ginger was very aromatic and reminded me of a wonderful aromatherapy oil blend — my mind starting thinking of a meditation room for some reason. Once prepared with black tea and milk the taste was flavoursome although it wasn't until the sugar was added that the taste of the chai was much better appreciated.
We also tried a sample of their homemade lemonade with spices which was refreshingly different. Tasty slices of Green mango, banana and sultana bread were also on offer which were moist and very nice — I wondered how it would go toasted with butter for breakfast. Apparently green mango is used commonly in India — you learn something new everyday. We tried a small sample of freshly made Bhel puri which was full of different flavours which worked well together. I was thinking the mixture would work really well served in a crispy pastry cup as a cocktail canape too. I'm not an espresso drinker so the Monsoon Malabar Blend was too strong for my innocent coffee palate but having it with a piece of caramel slice added the much needed sugar on my taste buds to make it more enjoyable. To finish off on a sweet note we tried their homemade Galub Jamun which to date is the best I've enjoyed in Sydney. Being freshly made the day before it had the right amount of sweetness and was very soft and moist — not like other places which might freeze them and become a bit firm and way too sweet, and sometimes sickly.
I'm looking forward to seeing their plans to expand the Indian snack menu next year and to try dishes that aren't your typical heavy Indian curries around town and are more sophisticated and different like you might find at Zaaffran to challenge the taste buds and share the diversity of true Indian cuisine.
Other blog reviews of Coffee Garam:
PROS: Friendly staff, Reasonable prices, Passionate Chai tea makers
CONS: Their menu is currently trying to please Aussie tastes
MUST TRY: Galub Jamun, Chai Latte and Indian Masala Chai, Other Bombay snacks
Harvey Parekh (owner) and Chef Raj Mehta welcome the Chai Tweetup class
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Indian snack time — Bhel puri
Indian snack food menu descriptions
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Bill Moyer and JoAnn MacAllister, Mary Lou Finley and Steve Soifer, 'Doing Democracy. The MAP Model for Organizing Social Movements'
This book is long overdue. Since Bill Moyer developed the Movement Action Plan (MAP) in the early 1980s, it has only been available in newspaper format, and in two separate parts. Doing Democracy now not only presents the entire MAP, it also includes five case studies, showing how MAP can help in analysing a movement.
The first time I heard about MAP was probably at a seminar in 1993. The eight stages and four roles of social movements then proved to be very helpful in understanding the position of the small environmental movement I was involved in at the time. It explained why we were stuck!
The Movement Action Plan is predominantly a model that shows how social movements develop, and what strategies they need to adopt at different stages - from "normal times" in stage 1 over "ripening conditions" (stage 3), "take off" (stage 4), "majority support" (stage 6) to "success" (stage 7) - to be successful. In addition, it shows how the four major activist roles in social movements - citizen, rebel, reformer and change agent - need to work together to bring about a movement's success (see PN 2423, March 1998). This might sound very simplified, but in fact MAP is not that simple. In my nonviolence training work I found that MAP could be applied as well to the anti-Castor-movement in Germany as to the antimilitarist movement in Turkey.
In Doing Democracy Mary Lou Finley and Steven Soifer show that MAP overlaps with many social movement theories, but the benefit of MAP is that it combines many aspects and does so from an activist perspective. While several movement theories are more concerned with explaining social movements, MAP is aimed to provide activists with a tool to develop their strategies.
For me the most interesting part of the book is the case studies - but maybe that is because I already knew MAP. A wide range of movements - the Civil Rights Movement, the Anti Nuclear Energy Movement, the Gay and Lesbian Movement, the Breast Cancer Social Movement and the Globalisation Movement - are all described in terms of the MAP. Although these case studies are of a varying quality, the examples show how MAP can be used and what answers MAP can give when analysing your own movement.
From an international perspective there is unfortunately one big minus: the book is too US-centred. And it reinforces the critical question of whether MAP can be of any use in non-democratic societies.
This might be linked to a second criticism: I'm missing a discussion on the limitations of MAP. While MAP is useful for campaigning for civil rights or against nuclear energy, what does it have to offer when it comes to racism or homophobia, where the power structures are not so clear-cut?
In spite of these limitations, MAP is a useful tool in our campaigning, and I wish there were a MAP book which included non-US case studies.


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The principal outputs of Ecostructure are stakeholder-focussed tools and resources, designed to raise awareness and facilitate uptake of opportunities to employ coastal eco-engineering solutions to climate change adaptation. Each output will be accompanied by a targeted awareness-raising initiative, using social media, fact sheets, e-newsletters and Ecostructure's own innovative GIS-based information gathering and transfer mechanism to connect with potential end-users.
WP 1: Operation Leadership and Management
Work package 1 underpins the ECOSTRUCTURE operation by providing management and administration. In addition to overseeing day to day delivery of activities, the management team will coordinate and support a Steering Committee comprising representatives of key public and private stakeholders. The Steering Committee will provide guidance and advice on the direction and focus of the operation.
The Ecostructure research team and steering group at the
second annual project meeting, Cork June 2018
WP 2: Ecological Condition of Coastal Structures
Artificial coastal structures can serve as analogues to natural rocky shores and reefs, supporting superficially similar ecological communities. However, ecological communities in general differ on artificial structures from those in natural habitats, with potentially important consequences for coastal biodiversity and ecosystem services. Characterising these differences in the context of the Irish Sea forms a key step towards ECOSTRUCTURE's overarching goal of promoting ecologically-sensitive design of artificial structures in the marine environment.
Objective of WP2
Work package 2 will characterise key intrinsic features of existing artificial structures in the Irish Sea and the environmental contexts in which they are placed. This will enable identification of the features that are associated with minimal impacts on natural ecosystems that may also give rise to conservation and societal benefits.
To reach the above objectives, WP2 will:
- Map and characterise the intrinsic and extrinsic features of coastal structures in the study area, producing GIS maps and images of the structures themselves.
- Sample biota to compare ecosystem patterns and processes on selected structures and nearby natural analogues.
- Mode relationships between biota and ecosystems to indicate which features in which contexts would minimise impacts / maximise benefits for biodiversity, thus enabling prediction of the biological communities and ecosystem services supported by coastal structures.
WP 3: Building-in Ecologically-Sensitive Design
Research has shown that it is possible to promote biodiversity on artificial coastal structures through engineering design interventions, with potential for achieving associated socio-economic benefits – this is called ecological engineering (or eco-engineering). Although a wealth of 'proof-of-concept' evidence exists globally, eco-engineering designs have rarely been implemented in full-scale developments and many questions remain about their potential value and scope of application. A survey of stakeholder opinions in England and Wales indicated that a lack of awareness of and confidence in the evidence supporting these eco-engineering solutions is a key barrier to their implementation.
Objective of WP3
Work package 3 will bring together ecological engineering evidence from research trials around the world and promote it via an evolving catalogue of eco-engineering solutions that may be evaluated on the basis of their predicted effects on biodiversity and ecosystem services, cost and strength of evidence. Additional evidence will be generated through experimental trials of existing and new eco-engineering designs deployed in artificial structures in the Irish Sea.
To achieve the above objectives, WP3 will:
- Collate a catalogue of tried-and-tested eco-engineering interventions with an evaluation of the evidence supporting their efficacy.
- Test existing eco-engineering interventions in Irish Sea artificial structures to assess their performance under different environmental conditions.
- Design and test new eco-engineering interventions in Irish Sea artificial structures.
- Promote evolving catalogue of eco-engineering solutions to industry and practitioners in the Irish Sea and beyond through knowledge exchange workshops.
WP4: Non-native Species and Biosecurity
The introduction, spread and establishment of non-native species, facilitated by the continued expansion of global trade and transportation networks, presents one of the biggest global threats to biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. Ports and marinas are particularly susceptible to the introduction of non-native species owing to the lack of boundaries in our oceans and coastal seas, and the free movement of commercial and recreational vessels, which transport non-native organisms in their ballast waters and as fouling on their hulls. Increased frequencies of extreme events (storms, precipitation) and gradual climate warming have enhanced the likelihood of introduction and secondary spread of non-natives in coastal seas. Increases in hard structures such as coastal defences, built as a consequence of climate change, also potentially facilitate the secondary spread of non-native species by providing stepping stones of suitable habitat for fouling organisms.
Joe Ironside (Aberystwyth University) examines non-native carpet sea squirt growing
on the underside of a marina
Objectives of WP4
Work package 4 will address the above issues by investigating the distribution patterns and genetic structure of non-native species in relation to artificial structures around the Irish Sea and determine mechanisms by which artificial structures facilitate the introduction and secondary spread of non-natives.
To achieve the above objectives, WP4 will:
- Develop a tool for predicting effects of coastal structures on dispersal and gene flow of native and non-native species.
- Develop biosecurity devices and protocols for ports and marinas.
- Create tools for early warning and rapid response to non-native species
WP 5: Society, Economy and Governance
Coastal defence structures play an important role in protecting lives and property from the impacts of climate change, while marine renewable energy generation forms an important element of plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, both types of development can have negative impacts on coastal ecosystems and associated industries (e.g. tourism, fishing). In order to maximise the positive effects of new and existing developments, it is important to take opportunities to enhance their economic, environmental and cultural value to coastal stakeholders.
WP5 researcher Aoife Corcoran in Prestatyn, Wales engaging the local
community with the Ecostructure project
Objective of WP5
Work Package 5 will address stakeholder engagement with coastal development and its socio-economic impacts, developing a collaborative approach to ensure that proposed eco-engineering solutions for coastal structures provide maximum benefit to all communities of interest.
To reach the above objectives, WP5 will:
- Analyse community needs.
- Assess management priorities for coastal infrastructure.
- Develop a GIS based online mechanism for interactions with stakeholders.
- Develop an Ecostructure stakeholder network.
WP 6: Technology Transfer and Dissemination
In order to support effective and inclusive decision making with regards to the ecologically sensitive design of our coastal infrastructure it is important to communicate and disseminate the projects outputs to relevant audiences, which include: public authorities with relevance to European Directives (e.g. MSFD, MSP), private sector organisations in relevant industries (e.g. construction, shipping, fishing, tourism), academics in related fields, and the general public.
Ecostructure researchers from Bangor University, Swansea University, and University College Cork at EWTEC 2017
Objective of WP 6
Work Package 6 will raise awareness of the tools and resources produced by Ecostructure, encouraging uptake and use by those with the greatest potential to benefit from them. WP6 is closely aligned to WP 5 and primarily functions in support of all other work packages.
To reach the above objectives WP 6 will:
- Develop an internal dissemination plan to support project partners outreach and communication activities.
- Develop and manage the project website.
- Utilise Ecostructure social media platforms to engage with a wide range of audiences and to disseminate project information instantly.
- Develop project factsheets with key project information for specific identified audiences.
- Develop a yearly E-Newsletter summarising project progress to date for project stakeholders.
The principal outputs of Ecostructure are stakeholder-focussed tools and resources, designed to raise awareness and facilitate uptake of opportunities to employ coastal eco-engineering solutions to climate change adaptation. Each output will be accompanied by a targeted awareness-raising initiative, using social media, fact sheets, e-newsletters and Ecostructure's own innovative GIS-based information gathering and transfer mechanism to connect with potential end-users.


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ACCARPIO, Frank P.
Frank P. Accarpio, 61, of Newington, died Monday, (August 3, 1998) at Hartford Hospital. He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend, Beverly (Santoro) Accarpio. He was born in Hartford, son of the late Domenic and Mary (Marotta) Accarpio and lived in Newington for the last thirty- three years. Frank was employed by The Connecticut Natural Gas Co. (CNG) for 35 years, retiring in December of 1966. He was a hard worker who devoted his life to his family and friends and loved them unconditionally. He loved people and life, everywhere he went he always took the time to exchange words. He will be sadly missed by his many friends who constantly showed their love and support to him and his family during his illness. To know him was to love him. His family wishes to express their appreciation and gratitude for their compassion and support. A devoted father who will be deeply mourned by his three sons and daughters-in- law, Frank and Jaci (Lewis) Accarpio, Thomas and Michelle (Musiol) Accarpio all of Wethersfield and Daniel Accarpio of Kensington. The happiest moments of his life were enjoying his four grandchildren who were the sunshine and love of his life. Joseph, Jaclyn, Melina and Anthony Accarpio. He was adored and loved by his mother-in-law, Mary Santoro. Sisters and brothers-in-law who loved and cared for him as a child and all through his life, Angelo and Lucy Arcata, Paul and Carmen Cavallo, all of Hartford. His sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Rose Accarpio of Kensington, Marian Accarpio of Manchester, David Santoro of Wethersfield, Dennis and Tina Santoro of Panama City Beach FL., and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Frank loved to play golf and enjoyed playing with his golfing friends at many of the local courses. Funeral service will be Thursday, 9 A.M. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd. Wethersfield, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 am. at St. Mary's Church, Newington, Burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Friends may call at The D'Esopo Wethersfield Chapel Today, 4-8 P.M.


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A BBC Radio 4 show broadcast on the Queen's 90th birthday that included jokes about her sex life was in "serious breach" of editorial guidelines, the BBC Trust has ruled.
The episode of Don't Make Me Laugh, which sees comedians discuss topics without causing the audience to chuckle, went out on 21 April.
It included the subject "The Queen must have had sex at least four times."
The BBC received over 100 complaints and apologised the following day.
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Dear Parent/Guardians:
We celebrated very important milestones in Utica Community Schools over the past couple weeks. For the first time since March 13, we welcomed students in special education programs and nearly 3,000 kindergarten and first grade students as they returned to in-person learning.
Our partnership has led to creative and safe solutions
With a global pandemic underway, the safety of your child and your child's teacher is something we take seriously. We pledged from the beginning that our first priority is the health and safety of all students, staff and families.
We took a measured approach that engaged parents, community members, health experts, teachers, staff members, and building leaders to create a shared direction with safety in the forefront. This return to school would be not possible without the literally tens of thousands of school community members working together to create new routines and connections that mitigate risk in this difficult environment.
The Next Stage
Together, we are ready to take the next step of transitioning to in-person learning. At the right is a timeline as the district strategically welcomes groups of students back to in-person instruction. Families are also receiving information from your school principal on specific timelines for your child's return as well as an updated parent handbook that details safety protocols and services to support this reopening.
Health and Safety and our Educational Mission
While full in-person learning remains our goal, many districts around the state and nation started in-person instruction only to be forced to close buildings due to outbreaks. Our focus is to avoid these disruptions. Through a measured timeline, we can evaluate our health and safety assumptions at each grade level, while ensuring the health and safety of students and staff. If necessary, we can pause if outbreaks occur.
UCS reflects our country: Some feel we are moving too quickly; others feel we are much too slow. Regardless of where people stand, and we listen to all perspectives, our commitment is to have all students back in the classroom, but only when a safe and positive learning environment can occur.
Over the past two weeks, there were eager teachers, building leaders and support staff members waiting at the school doors and bus stops to greet students. This was and is a moment to celebrate! Reopening is becoming a reality. Thank you for your patience and support as we walk through this unique time. Working together, we are succeeding.
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The fourth annual Oily Rag Run took place on Sunday 22 October and was another great success. The Oily rag celebrates unrestored vehicles pre-1965. Eighteen cars, a motorcycle and a Vespa were flagged away from the start by FMM's Wayne Harley to enjoy a 125-km route taking in Klapmuts and Windmeul before passing through the Perdeberg towards the West Coast then down towards Durbanville and Milnerton before joining Marine Drive into Cape Town and the finish at the C&W showroom. The Oily Rag is always a highlight of our calendar and this year didn't disappoint.


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Pep Boys Awards Long-Term Partner Transplace with TMS Technology Contract
DALLAS--Transplace, a leading provider of transportation management services and logistics technology solutions, today announced the continuation of its relationship with Pep Boys through a full contract extension. The partnership continues Pep Boys' use of the award-winning Transplace Transportation Management System (TMS) and its cutting-edge business intelligence analytics.
Pep Boys has approximately 6,000 service bays and nearly 600 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico. Since 2006, the company has utilized Transplace's TMS to manage inbound transportation from domestic vendors to its distribution centers and crossdocks. Transplace gives Pep Boys and its suppliers the Web-based application technology and business intelligence tools needed to network, monitor and optimize shipments. Pep Boys has the ability to access real-time reports and the drill-down capability to see information needed to run a business effectively.
"At the inception of our relationship with Pep Boys, they were looking to improve an already complex yet effective supply chain. Unsatisfied however, they were proactively looking for a partner who could help them climb to the next level," said Transplace Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer George Abernathy. "Giving our customers a virtual glass pipeline for viewing their freight is a top priority for us. Transplace's industry-leading TMS has continued to provide the visibility Pep Boys needs for inbound optimization of their freight with a best-practices approach. These are the keys for leveraging freight costs and assets, integrating their network and optimizing the supply chain. We challenge our TMS team every day to provide Pep Boys with the tools they need to excel in today's challenging economy."
Joshua Dolan, director of Global Logistics and U.S. Customs Compliance at Pep Boys, stated: "This partnership provides us with support through Transplace's superior, proprietary technology that was developed specifically for management of transportation. By fully integrating with the Transplace Transportation Management System, we've seen significant annual savings on inbound freight costs. The bottom line is where Pep Boys has seen the most significant benefit."
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Rosie Cashman, MA, MSc(A), NP(A), is a Special IBTA Advisor. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.
She is a Nurse Practitioner at the BC Cancer Agency in Vancouver, British Columbia and works directly with brain tumour patients and their families. In addition to her responsibilities in the clinic, her activities include: the production of Headlines, a quarterly patient newsletter; facilitation of a patient and family caregiver support group; development and co-direction of a Patient Family Advisory Council; planning and implementation of a biannual Patient Information Day; initiation and implementation of research projects related to improved patient care and caregiver support; publication of articles and book chapters related to neuro-oncology.
She is originally from the United States, but moved to Canada in 1986, where she lived first in Montreal and Toronto before settling in Vancouver in 2005. She is an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Nursing, and also serves on the Board of Directors of the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, a national advocacy organization dedicated to support, education, information and research. She has been an active partner of IBTA since its founding meeting in Edinburgh, UK , in 2005.BACK TO IBTA TEAM


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For the fourth year in a row, HAuNTcon will be co-located with Halloween & Party Expo
With your registration you'll have access to both shows and unlimited sourcing and networking opportunities – all under one roof.
Don't miss:
- 400+ vendors showcasing accessories, costumes, makeup and more! See what will be available in the upcoming season! At the show, you'll be able to either order at different levels of wholesale quantities or if you're just shopping for one or two items, be on the lookout for one of our 100+ Haunt Friendly exhibitors on the Halloween & Party Expo side of the show floor.
- Take advantage of industry education! This year will once again feature panels that bring together representatives from all aspects of the Halloween season.
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In this collection of Superman tales from the seventies, the Man of Steel finds himself facing more realistic challenges and issues that are representative of the era. Although he fought against some of his greatest enemies- such as Lex Luthor, Brainiac, and the Parasite-Superman also began to address societal issues and philosophical questions in these stories. In three tales of social conscience, Lois Lane changes color and experiences life as an African American, Superman loses his vulnerability to Kryptonite and questions his role as Earth's protector and the Man of Steel also revisits Smallville and looks back at his boyhood with older and wiser eyes.
Inker Joe Giella, Vince Colletta, Dan Adkins, Bob Oksner, Dick Giordano, José Luis García-López, Nick Cardy, Murphy Anderson, Neal Adams
Penciller Dick Dillin, Bob Oksner, Richard J Buckler Sr., Dick Giordano, Ross Andru, Curt Swan, Carmine Infantino, José Luis García-López, Nick Cardy, Murphy Anderson, Neal Adams, Jack Kirby
Written by: Len Wein, Dennis O'Neil, Paul Levitz, Robert Kanigher, Cary Bates, Elliot Maggin, Jack Kirby