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mc2hill- I bet my atrociously bad Running Technique might factor in here, I probably just don`t know from running the way you`re supposed to (and the way you probably do it). Guess I`ll count my lucky stars again and see the brightside in my deficiency.
BMWWW- Truth is (and again, I`m sure not saying it`s a feature!) I`d simply never do the sauna unless it was an utterly essential medical intervention. I probably wouldn`t even exercise properly if I couldn`t just go downstairs whenever it`s convenient Even if I had a sauna here at the house, I just know I`d no more use that than take a bath or spend extra time in the shower. If nothing else, the only time I really sit still is when I`m reading/studying, I hardly even watch TV any more unless it`s something I really care about.
Others here have posted about how beneficial they find the saunas, and I`m not doubting it in the least, so props to you for having it in your arsenal.
I`ll put this in the same category as other stuff I do/don`t that`s, uhm...sub-optimal. I oughta quit eating some of the stuff that I do; I shouldn`t drink to the point of inebriation; I shouldn`t vape (even though I now use zero-nicotine stuff). There are battles I`m just not gonna fight and I`ve decided to not beat myself up over them.


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Thailand is a wonderful country and after years of traveling and many places visited it's still one of my favorite locations in the world.
Thailand is all about tropical Islands, delicious food, and amazing culture but there are also some other practical aspects you should consider before booking your ticket.
Whenever I'm headed to a new country I find it very important to know its customs and usages just to avoid unpleasant situations and to respect local people and their traditions as much as possible.
Here are 9 things you have to know before going to Thailand.
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Things to know before going to Thailand
1. Language
The official language in Thailand is Thai.
Luckily many people, especially in Bangkok and all the main touristic locations, speak English which makes the communication much easier.
People in Thailand appreciate greatly when tourists try to speak Thai so it's a good idea to learn some basic phrases beforehand.
Here are some of the most useful ones:
- Thank you – kob khun ka (when pronounced by a woman) and kob khun khap (when pronounced by a man)
- Hello – sawatdee ka (for women) and sawatdee khap (for men)
- My name is – rao cheu (for women) and pom cheu (for men)
- How are you – sa bai dee mai
- Yes- Chai
- No – Mai Chai
2. Money
The currency in Thailand is Thai Baht but credit cards are accepted in most places as well.
It's always good to have a little bit of cash on you however so make sure to bring some with you or cash out at the airport.
Taxi drivers, for example, don't usually accept credit cards so be prepared.
Depending on your bank there will be a commission applied when withdrawing the money.
3. Power Plugs and Sockets
The standard voltage in Thailand is 220V.
The electrical socket there will work fine for the travelers from the U.S, Asia, and Europe while everybody else should bring a travel adaptor or ask for assistance in the hotel/resort they are staying at.
4. Driving
In Thailand they drive on the left-hand lane while the driver sits on the right – it's very important to remember this and stay focused in order to avoid accidents.
If you're planning to rent a scooter or a car while visiting Thailand makes sure to bring an International Driving Permit with you.
In the recent years, more controls have been introduced so remember to always wear a helmet or put a seatbelt, respect the limits and never drive after drinking alcohol.
In most touristic locations in Thailand such as Bangkok there is a very heavy traffic all the time so drive slowly and stay focused.
5. Electronic cigarette
Electronic cigarettes are strictly forbidden by law in Thailand.
If you use them you risk very high fines and up to ten 10 years of prison.
Simply stay away from them to avoid any unpleasant situations.
6. Health Insurance
It is absolutely essential to buy a good health insurance before your trip to Thailand.
Sure, it is very unlikely (and let's hope so) you will actually need to use it but it's better to be safe than sorry.
In an event of an accident or an illness, you will be grateful to receive the best private medical assistance possible.
If you don't own a health insurance Thai hospitals might simply not admit you and that will put your health at a huge risk – one which is definitely not worth taking.
7. Dress Code
It's very important to dress in a respectful and appropriate way when visiting Thai temples and all the other places of worship.
Wear long pants and cover your shoulders and always take your shoes off before entering.
If you don't respect those rules you simply won't be allowed to enter a temple and will be asked to leave by one of the many guards.
For going around in cities and Islands just use common sense like you would back home, you don't need to hide under layers of clothes but at the same time avoid nudity.
8. Toilets
Public toilets in Thailand might be a bit different compared to what you are used to in your own country.
First of all, if toilet paper is provided there will probably be a sign saying not to flush it down but to throw it in a bin.
Secondly, toilet paper might actually not be there and be replaced with a water hose.
Sometimes you could come across the good old squat toilets as well but they are becoming more of a rarity these days.
However, if you are staying in a 5-star hotel or shopping at one of the amazing shopping malls in Bangkok you will find the ultra modern and advanced toilets like the on the picture below.
No matter what type of toilets you will find during your trip to Thailand the good thing is, most of the time they are kept clean and well-maintained and that's the most important aspect.
9. Water
Drinking tap water isn't advisable while you're in Thailand. Make sure to have your own bottle of good-quality water with you all the time.
I also tend to avoid ice cubes in my drinks, whenever it's possible I just ask the waiter to not add it.
This might not be essential but I noticed I stopped feeling queasy during my trips to Thailand since I started doing that.
If you'd like to learn more about some really amazing places in Thailand check out my post about best Thai Islands and things to do in Bangkok as well.

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So I've seen a few bloggers choosing a word for the YEAR and I do like to idea of setting a goal for myself but I'm sceptical as I don't really want to hold myself accountable for it either… Confused? Yeah, that's just how my brain functions….
I thought I would go easy on myself but I have a little voice repeating stuff in my head. And I can't get rid of it. So for 2013,
ACCEPT the things I cannot change! I really am beside myself when I'm not in control of a situation. I NEED to feel like I'm behind that steering wheel. So, for 2013 I'm trying to focus my energies on all the positives of life. I know that even though I might not be the "driver" in many many situations I can still have a positive outcome. And even though I might not always understand why certain things happen when they happen, I do know that it is all in GOD's plan for me.
I ACCEPT the changes that 2013 will bring!
Happy Saturday…


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Roadside Seafood
You won't mistake this place for a chain. Before opening this year as a restaurant with tables and take-out, the Roadside Seafood food truck earned a following for she-crab soup and oyster po-boys. The local catch determines the menu, including Black Tip Shark Nuggets, Mr. Crabs crabcake sandwich, and Bam-Bam Shrimp (the bam is from the spicy sauce).


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Does your child dream of being a performer in a Disneyland parade or wonder what it takes to act in a Disney stage production? This summer, kids ages 7 and older have the opportunity to find out.
Young performers can learn from the professionals at Disneyland in a new program being offered at the resort. The Disney Performing Arts Open Enrollment program allows individuals to participate for the first time in workshops that previously were only open to groups of students.
The six workshops take place on three days: July 21, 22 and 23. Kids can choose from the following courses:
** Acting 101 (Ages 7 and up): Performers learn how to create characters, improvise and project professionalism onstage using proven performance techniques that will boost the confidence of any actor.
** Dance 101 (Ages 7 and up): Performers learn a Disney production number, develop confidence and receive valuable critique as they learn the importance of individual contribution to the success of an ensemble.
** Soundtrack Session: Vocal (Ages 7 and up): Performers record music from Disney films in a simulated film-scoring studio while learning the importance of sight-reading, listening and rehearsing. (Offered at two times)
** Musical Theatre Premium Workshop (Ages 11 and up): Students will develop performance skills in dance, vocals and acting through performing a scene from a Disney Entertainment offering. Created for intermediate to advanced musical theatre students.
** Parade Premium Workshop (Ages 11 and up): Performers learn a production number based on a Disney Parade, gain insights, and receive valuable information on what it takes to become a performer in a Disney parade.
** Technical Theatre Premium Workshop (Ages 11 and up): Students will develop skills for technical theatre, by taking an exclusive backstage look at the special effects and technical complexities of a Disney Entertainment offering. Created for intermediate to advanced technical theatre students.
The standard workshops last about 90 minutes, and the premium courses have about three hours of learning time.
The cost of each workshop is based on the ticket package a participant selects. The least expensive option is the 1-Day, 1-Park Disney Performing Arts Workshop Package, which is $106 per person and includes one standard workshop. The same package with park-hopping privileges between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure is $149. A two-day park hopper package with one standard workshop is $187. Add $10 for a premium workshop instead of a standard workshop. Packages that have park-hopping for three, four and five days include two standard workshops. Prices are $223, $269 and $310, respectively. To add a third workshop, each participant pays $20 for a standard course and $30 for a premium class.
Registration is open now. To access an application, go to http://disneyurl.com/PerformingArtsOpenEnrollment
For questions, contact Disney Performing Arts Open Enrollment at 714-956-6454 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PST Monday through Friday. You may also email your inquiries to [email protected]
I observed a Disney Performing Arts workshop at Walt Disney World, and it was full of fun and magical surprises. If you want to get an idea of what to expect, you can read my account here.


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Contact Name: Nichola Penn
Unit 1F
Hillview Industrial Estate
Bagborough, Taunton
This craft course provider has been awarded Gold status for receiving 10 or more 5 star ratings from previous students.
The Students' Choice award ensures that course providers get recognised for their efforts in the teaching and practice of UK craft.
They also allow tutors to gain valuable feedback on their courses and for new students to find the course that's right for them.
We are Nic and Ben owners of Boo Cottage Botanicals, an artisan natural skincare brand based in Somerset, where we live with Zorro the cat. We have been running our business since 2015 and have steadily grown our product range but kept to our ethos of natural botanical skincare, that is handcrafted with the best quality ingredients. We also love teaching others to make natural soap and skincare products and can't wait to meet you!


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Surprisel is a Leading online shopping company in Singapore and having online shopping sites www.surprisel.com.sg, www.surprisel.com.my, and www.glammod.com selling Branded Bags, Apparels, Fashion dresses, Bags etc.
Customers can find all type of Authentic Bags and Fashion Dresses in Singapore, the major brands we are selling are Coach, Kate Spade, Gucci, Miu Miu, Prada, Men Bags and SLGs, Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, Wallets, Bottega Veneta, Michael Kors, Balenciaga which all comes under the category of fabrics, cloths, dresses, handbags, ladies bags , gift bags, Bags online.
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Brands Available: Coach, Kate Spade, Gucci, Miu Miu, Prada, Burberry, Ferragamo, Bottega Veneta, Michaels Kors, Balenciaga
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New Delhi: India's focus on increasing its renewable energy capacity may further exacerbate banks' bad loan woes, according to the second volume of the Economic Survey 2016-17, released on Friday.
The Survey said the social cost of producing renewable energy is around three times that of producing coal-fuelled electricity at Rs11 per kilowatt-hour (kWh).
Although solar and wind power tariffs have dipped to Rs2.44 per kWh and Rs3.30 per kWh, respectively, making renewable energy cheaper than coal-fuelled electricity, these low tariffs do not reflect the costs of integration with the grid, and other costs such as those of stranded assets and land opportunity costs.
"A shift to renewables is likely to render a part of the assets in conventional energy-generation plants idle or result in them being used at a much lower level than their maximum technically feasible level. The investments in these plants being sunk, it is no longer possible to recover any returns from them although their useful life is still not over," the Survey said.
Of India's installed capacity of 330,153 megawatts (MW), 59% or 194,432MW is coal-fuelled. The plant load factor (PLF) of India's thermal projects has been falling steadily from 78.9% in 2007-08 to 62% in 2015-16. PLF is a measure of a power plant's output. A higher PLF indicates more output at a lower cost.
"In our estimates, these stranded assets are estimated as the lost revenues due to the suboptimal utilization of coal-based power generation assets as a result of shift to renewables," the Survey said.
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government has set an ambitious clean energy target of 175 gigawatts (GW) by 2022. Of this, 100GW is targeted from solar projects and 60GW from wind projects. The share of renewable energy in India is expected to grow from 17.65% or 58,303MW now to around 43% in 2027.
"The stranding of assets can have implications for the banking system depending on their exposure to the sector. In a situation where the banking system is already facing a stressed assets problem, stranding of assets could have considerable impact," the Survey added. At a time when India is trying to tackle the issue of stressed assets, the status of 34 coal-fuelled power projects, with an estimated debt of Rs1.77 trillion, have been reviewed by the government after being identified by the department of financial services.
According to the Survey, non-performing assets (NPA) in electricity generation accounted for around 5.9% of the total outstanding advances of Rs4.73 trillion. Of the Rs5,732 crore advanced to the coal sector, the NPA ratio was 19.8%.
"Overall, cost of stranded assets account for a large portion of discounted social costs for renewables between 2017 and 2030," the Survey said, adding, "This indicates that while investments in renewable energy are crucial for India to meet its climate change goals, such investments be made at a calibrated pace looking into the total cost accrued to the society."
"In recent years there has been a considerable push towards renewables as a sustainable source of power generation all around the world. The choice between alternative sources of energy has to be based on a thorough analysis of the impact each has on the economy. A clear quantification of the social costs of the alternatives gives us a rational way to identify the merits and demerits of each alternative on a holistic basis," the Survey said.


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Okay, in my introduction post, I mentioned one thing I was going to be needing help with was identifying the growth in my yard. In that first post I put my first picture, which was identified as mulberry. After looking into the plant more, that is exactly what it is. It has the multi leaf style thing going on, I've seen at least 3 different leaf types from one system of the plant.
Here is my second request. I have a whole tree line that is basically 20 years of unchecked weeds. Some of them may still technically be trees or shrubs, but they are native to Ohio and were not planted, they started as weeds at the very least.
I'm posting this one first because it has three leaflets, and I'm wondering if there is some way an upright poison ivy (or oak) growth could have gotten so out of hand that it's a full blown tree. I'm hoping it's something else, but the leaves look very very similar.
The only tree I was able to find that came close was the box elder, but the forefront leaf doesn't look the same. Can anyone help me identify this shrub/weed/tree? It stands about 30 feet tall and has two thick trunks at it's base, with lots of smaller sprouts coming off. Four images linked below.
Thanks in advance for your help!
p.s. I can't seem to embed the images, if anyone knows how to do that. I know some will be remiss to click links....


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We see brands boasting about their successful campaigns crediting the creative and the marketing team for their contribution, but are they the ONLY ones behind the success? Have brands been insignificant to the efforts of their employees? Are brands even recognizing their in-house advocates?
Well, the answer is Yes and No. A few global brands like McDonalds and Twitter have managed to identify and leverage their in-house brand advocates for enhancing their online reputation whereas few still struggle through the competition.
Here's a quick guide for brands to get better at spotting and grooming their internal advocates.
1. Make Great Content
Quality has triumphed over quantity since the beginning of time. Brands and agencies create, upload and share 1500 content pieces every single day. And in this cut-throat competitive environment, it's unfortunate to see brands publish mediocre level content. We say, in this area, there's no place for mediocre; only the stellar will stay.
Lesson 1: Do it right or don't do it at all!
2. Hire People With Infectious Energy
Imagine a workspace with people limited to their desktop screens and barely striking conversations. No brewing of ideas over coffee, no exchange of thoughts and of course no connect at large; sounds horrific to us! It's important for brands to hire people who are gifted with infectious energy, if not; people who are willing to go beyond the 'job description' are the ones the brands should look for. Such people go out of their way to ensure individual and organisational growth.
Lesson 2: They are your potential brand advocates.
3. Introduce Employee Advocacy
Stop using traditional methods of promoting your branded content. Widen your horizon and switch to newer ways to showcase your content. Try employee advocacy, it's the way forward! Cut the social media cluttering of brands and go out to people via people (your people). An employee advocacy tool like Efluencr ensures that the brand evangelists can shout out loud about their brand on digital space with just a simple click. It's as easy as cakewalk! Just take a free trial or contact our experts.
Lesson 3: Either you evolve, or you dissolve.
4. Be The Happiness Manager
Make your evangelists/employees feel like at home. Professionally satisfied employees are more likely to share branded content than others who're not. Not just the Human Resource Department, it's also the Top Management's responsibility to ensure two-way communication process and dual-benefit programmes. With Efluencr's unique gamification system, the brand manager or HR can fairly gratify the active evangelists for their deeds and motivate the inactive ones.
Lesson 4: Let your people be your brand's voice.
5. Promote People Behind The Brand
At the end of the day, a company's success depends on its employees. With Efluencr's gamification system, brands can evaluate each evangelist's contribution to the success of campaigns, hence simplifying the recognition and gratification process. Employees-turned-brand-advocates should be a part of the brand's success stories. Praise them, write recommendation letters and reward them in kind.
Lesson 5: Show your appreciation for your evangelist's assistance.
It's easier to meet organisational goals, if individual goals are met. Businesses and employees should value each other's existence and assistance in order to ensure a healthy, on-going relationship. Take the employee advocacy route with Efluencr!By Team Efluencr Feb 27, 2016


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9:00am PT by Lesley Goldberg
'You're the Worst' Boss on FX's Twisted Rom-Com: It's More Than "Are They Going to F—?"
FX's You're the Worst could be considered the anti-romantic comedy.
The series, created by Stephen Falk (Weeds, Orange Is the New Black), centers on two horrible human beings — Jimmy (Chris Geere) and Gretchen (Aya Cash) — and their misadventures in life, love and romance. But it's far from the typical "will they or won't they" love story.
Instead, Gretchen and Jimmy — described by critics "TV's best couple" and "one of TV's most watchable courtships" — get kicked out of weddings. Drink too much. Routinely flake on friends. Skip out on work. Drive drunk. And then try to date one another. And that's where the series takes off — two absolutely horrible people finding acceptance in each other's wickedness. The series also boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring Gretchen's best friend Lindsay (Kether Donohue), who cheats on her pushover husband, and Edgar (Desmin Borges), Jimmy's ex-military friend and freeloading roommate suffering from a bad case of PTSD.
While the series hasn't been a ratings standout in an increasingly crowed summer, You're the Worst continues to ride a wave of critical support as it nears the finish line of its 10-episode run. The Hollywood Reporter caught up with Falk to discuss the show's evolution, why the show resonates, what's ahead from the final two episodes and plans for a second season. (FX has not yet renewed the series.)
You mentioned YTW was your attempt to do a British, cable version of Mad About You. How did you pitch the show to FX?
I talked about my post-divorce and dating life and used that to get into it. I said it's my attempt to do a traditional rom-com, but in a new way. I used the words British/U.K. cable version of Mad About You, but I'm not sure it's exactly that anymore. The show has gotten more into the ensemble element, which is always a secret hope with comedy writers. There's always push and pull with network, which would like you to stay on message with the main two characters, but people have embraced that Lindsay and Edgar really aren't just sidekicks. They have their own storylines and that's always been my intention. It's not ensemble, it's a romantic comedy first and foremost, but secretly, wink, wink, it's an ensemble.
And you addressed the sidekick joke in an episode, too.
The sidekicks become aware, like robots become aware. I always wanted to do that. I have this weird, high bullshit-o-meter. When you're doing any sort of genre show, which this is a bit, there are certain tropes and the writer in me knows they're tropes and wants to do what I can to address that fact while still letting them remain in that role. In a way, they are sidekicks but nobody sees them as a sidekick. There are so many characters in rom-coms who just exist to comment on the main person and that's not how life is.
Jimmy and Gretchen are very different characters than we've seen on TV before. Were they based on anyone you've known?
Jimmy definitely has elements of me. There are a couple people I know who I won't name, who have elements of Jimmy that I draw off of. A lot of this character came from Jimmy in Look Back in Anger, a British play from the 1950s that started the angry young man genre in theater and that has always been a touchstone for me. I find that character fascinating. Someone who rails against the dying of the light as Jimmy says, but is also inherently foolish and silly; that kind of angry young man character. I thought it would be a great way to get those rants out and that part of my personality out, but also make fun of it at the same time and have people take the piss out of them.
For Jimmy and Gretchen, being normal seems like the worst thing that could happen to them. Would you agree?
Much like Jimmy's belligerence of the world, the idea of living your life in fear of becoming something normal is inherently also silly but something a lot of us do. It's a very junior high childish instinct. Look at parents/siblings: "I'm not going to become that, I'll never be that!" That's not the point of life. The point of life is not to not become happy or not get married and have kids. The fear of getting normal is about something else, it's about a fear of death. For Jimmy and Gretchen, they both have those slightly immature beliefs. Seeing other couples and then seeing that they've become that would be horrible. But at the same time, it's a false belief system they're operating under. They are those people, they cuddle in bed, they have breakfast together, they speak of themselves as if they're cooler than the world. My main hope is that the audience knows I don't really think that's true. I don't think my characters are cooler than everyone else. There's a silly immaturity in that stance that makes them funny. It's an impulse many have and we recognize that it's dumb and lame and thankless to focus on not becoming cliches.
The series has drawn a dedicated if small audience. What do you think it is about the show that resonates?
Hopefully there's an honesty that people recognize. The writers and I spent a lot of time crafting a season that felt very much like a whole story. We almost treated it like a drama rather than a comedy. We weren't looking for the situation in the situation comedy. We broke it down like a three-act structure: the pilot being the prologue with different directors for each act. They each had different theme and visual style. That's something people have grafted on to. There's been a lack of romance on television and it's arguably the No. 1 impulse in humans, and it's not a niche topic. Hopefully that resonates and we're doing it in a way that's different and more complicated, but still fits within the world of TV comedy. I'm not setting out to subvert what TV is, at all; I love TV and grew up idolizing sitcoms. I want to make sure it fits into that but at same time, we're trying something different.
Are you pleased with the way FX has promoted the show?
Marketing is tough because they have to pick an angle and attitude. And maybe the attitude they chose, while accurate, turned other people off. It's not going to hit for everybody. I saw more than once, comments like, "I didn't think I was going to like this show. I didn't expect to like it." It was more in-the-face edgy than maybe the show is. It was a little more aggressive — like we were trying to be edgy — and that's not what we're trying to do. Having this couple have this explicit sex montage within the first four minutes of the pilot, that wasn't to say, "F— you viewers, I'll do whatever I want." It was because that's a type of person all of us have been before. We fall into bed with people and sex is weird and messy and there are odd conversations and weird pauses to go eat or smoke a cigarette, and people don't wear clothes while they have sex and there's fluids and it's weird and messy. I don't see our show as explicit. It's more honest than the sheet covering the woman's breast.
Eight episodes in, it's unclear if Jimmy or Gretchen have any redeeming qualities — yet we're rooting for them both individually and as a couple. Was that by design?
I take issue with a lot of the labels put on them and by design. I don't see them as horrible people at all. I think if we were to put in "acts of charity" that were designed to make the audience think Jimmy and Gretchen were better people, it would ring false and have the opposite effect. There are little things that show you the humanity that Gretchen and Jimmy do possess. Jimmy can say horrible things and even though he's taking advantage of Edgar, you can tell there's a true love between them. Would he jump in front of a train to save him? Probably not, because then he'd die, too, and he's a pragmatic person, but he'd certainly get drunk at his funeral and give a hell of a eulogy. And Gretchen, we give the audience a clue in how she got to be this way when we met her parents. You can see in her interactions with Sam (Brandon Smith) and her PR clients, that she cares about them. Even more relatable, Gretchen and Jimmy both know what a lot of us know, that love is painful, hard, icky, distasteful and cliche, and yet they're trying and going for it. There's something admirable in that. They're not just saying, I'm cutting myself off. There's something brave in that. No, we're not going to consciously try to make the characters more palatable or likable; these glimpses of humanity will keep coming through and by design. That's why the audience is responding, there's something recognizable in them; yes, they represent the worst part of us, but we're all damaged, and liars and sluts at times. They're heightened versions of that, and the fear of love and trepidation of putting their heart in someone else's hands is relatable. We all have those fears. That's why people root for them.
These two are both so toxic but yet work together and their break-up last week was gut wrenching. What can you say about where they go from here?
This week's episode is an origin story, so to speak. We are playing with some time in it and filling in some backstory. You see some scenes we saw already and other things that happened. We also get into what made Gretchen and Jimmy this way and have some fun with filling in information we've heard and didn't get to see. It's a fun and complicated episode. The season finale, like Lost, there will be answers to all your questions! There will be a bit of closure. We're not planning on leaving a lot hanging, but bringing in new complications. We also got the rights to a Kate Bush song, by my personally appealing to her because she famously does not let that happen. I'm very excited to share with the world, Kether's singing voice on "Woman's Work." All the characters that we've seen before are involved in these next couple episodes. We get to know Vern (Todd Robert Anderson) and Becca (Janet Varney) a bit more and learn about Paul (Allan McLeod) and Lindsay's weird relationship. We'll see the rappers and Killian (Shane Francis Smith) and have some closure with the bookstore cat.
Did you write season one as a stand-alone story with the idea that you may not get a second season?
I didn't write it thinking either way. If this was only a 10-episode season, it'd be pretty satisfying, but I would not be satisfied or happy. I know we've picked up a bit and there's been an avalanche of nice, friendly press lately, which is wonderful and very helpful. I would never try to second-guess John Landgraf. He's the smartest exec in TV. I'd hope we get a second season. We've made a really compelling season of TV and one that was exactly what I first pitched.
Do you have a plan for what season two would look like?
I do. I've always said that I think this concept works best when you track the course of a normal "course of a relationship" but through the weird lens of Jimmy and Gretchen inhabiting fears and bad impulses and bad decisions. The idea is to continue that way, but what that looks like I'm not sure. But this isn't a traditional rom-com. We got rid of the "Will they or won't they?" immediately. They did, and repeatedly within the first four minutes of the pilot. We're trying to prove that there's a lot more that's interesting to an audience by their relationship rather than just, "Are they going to f—?"
Edgar is refreshingly candid about his battles with PTSD. What kind of feedback have you gotten from the military community about that? Is there a world in which he gets help?
I hope so. I don't have a personal relationship to it, but veterans' rights is something that I've cared about for a long time. What we do to our military is awful after we've used them. We have military adviser, Sgt. Adam Renteria, who we thank every episode in the credits. I asked him for one thing he'd like people to know about veterans dealing with mental issues and he said that they have a great sense of humor about it — "We're just f—ing funny dudes who need some help." My goal is to humanize and familiarize and destigmatize, and some of that is involved in poking fun at it. We'll continue that. Desmin Borges has such humanity. One of the things I've been most pleased with is how people have reacted to him.
Lindsay seemed to cheat pretty easily on her husband. What does the show say about the state of marriage and how our generation values commitment?
Lindsay didn't get married for the right reason. There's deep sibling rivalry with her and Becca, and vying for their mom's attention and we'll see more of that. That had a lot to do with her decision to marry Paul, as did the fact that he's financially secure, and she wanted to stop her hard-partying ways because, at the end of the day, that can grow old. I don't know if it's meant to speak to the generation's view of marriage. It's meant to be specific to the character. One can draw a notion that it's probably a good idea to settle down with someone you love rather than someone that you think you should be with because it'll be easy and it'll piss off your sister.
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Grid is a notice board from Monograph that gives you plenty of opportunity to get creative. You can write cute notes, meaningful messages or inspiring quotes with the 424 letters and numbers – give free reign to your imagination.
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I can never remember a time when I did not enjoy some form of creativity; I gaze upon my childhood with a great sense of fondness and looking back I realise why my love affair with painting will never end.
Born in the small town of Mansfield, Nottinghamshire my earliest memory is of a present one Christmas that changed my life. It was a small book of black and white illustrations; the book was called 'The Magic Painter' and came with a paintbrush but no paints. To this day I remember the exact feeling I had when I realised that this was very, very special book indeed, you 'painted' the pages with water and the colours magically appeared - I was hooked!
Holding on to this feeling I wanted others to share in my wonderment so I began painting in earnest. I remember having a small watercolour paint set which I took everywhere. Cats, dogs and people were all painted in the same simplistic form but it was colours and shapes that fascinated me and quite often my attempts degenerated into swirls of colour which I now understand was the start of my art education. Along the way many things added to my development, a few years as a surveyor gave accuracy, a computer programmer added a methodical approach and a graphic artist in the fashion industry put the last piece of the jigsaw together and gave me an understanding of colour and composition, so in some small way they all helped shape my style and in turn my future.
Two years ago I decided to return seriously back to painting, something that had been delegated to a part time hobby, within a few weeks the passion I worried may have dampened was still there - brighter and more overpowering than before. In 2005 I fulfilled a lifelong dream when I was offered the chance to work with Washington Green and within the few short months I have been with them I can feel my potential expanding far beyond my imagination.
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How to Transplant Primulas
Primulas (Primula spp.), commonly called primroses, feature leathery, wrinkled leaves, often with scalloped or serrated edges, and dainty flower clusters in shades of orange, cream, yellow, pink, red and blue. Thriving in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 2 through 9, primroses commonly flower in late winter through summer, but some primroses can bloom in early winter or year-round in mild climates. Primroses tolerate full sun and cool weather, but you might need to transplant them to shady areas for protection in hot climates. English primrose species (P. vulgaris and P. polyantha) respond well to division in early spring.
Choose a planting location for the transplants with fertile loam soil and with partial shade. Primroses tolerate a variety of light conditions, but partial shade to protect the plants from the hot, afternoon sun is helpful. While drainage is important for growing most plants, primroses do best in slightly moist soil, so you can add sphagnum peat and compost to increase fertility and help retain moisture in the soil.
Draw a circle in the soil around the primrose plant approximately 6 inches out from the plant base. This step is not required, but you can use a stick to draw a simple guideline for digging up the primroses.
Cut the soil around the plant with a spade, digging about 8 to 10 inches deep so you keep as much of the roots as possible to reduce transplanting shock. Remove the root ball.
Shake the excess soil from the root ball for English primroses that you plan to divide. Pull the roots apart into two to four equal sections with your hands or cut through the roots with a pruning saw.
Dig a hole for the transplant that is twice as wide as the root ball and as deep as the original planting depth. If transplanting a container-grown primrose, make the hole twice as wide as the container diameter and the same depth as the primrose is planted in the container.
Place the transplant in the hole and pack soil around the roots gently.
Add a 2- to 3-inch layer of organic mulch, such as shredded bark or leaf mold, around the plants to insulate the roots and help retain moisture in the soil. Do not push the mulch directly against the plant stems or over the root crown because the mulch keeps moisture on the plant and can cause fungal disease.
Water the plant to moisten the soil, then water as needed to keep the soil evenly moist. Watering needs vary slightly among different species, with some primroses needing moist soil and others preferring wet soil. Plan to water several times a week if you live in a warmer climate with only light shade over the primroses.
Things Needed
- Sphagnum peat
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- Deadhead expired flowers frequently to extend the blooming period for several months.
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Brands Are Still Too Reliant on Engagement Metrics (Report)
More than 60 percent of social media marketers surveyed said measuring ROI is still their main challenge.
Social media marketers have been plagued with a number of problems in recent years, and it seems that many find it difficult to keep up with the changing objectives. The 2016 State of Social Marketing report from Simply Measured provides valuable insight into the areas marketers need to work on.
Some businesses are becoming more sophisticated in their understanding of how to leverage social media channels. However, 63 percent of businesses using social teams use them for marketing, 16 percent for communications, 5 percent within public relations departments and only 1 percent dedicate social media resources to customer support. Unfortunately, social customer service is definitely an area that continually lacks support, but it can bring great results when integrated into an overall strategy.
Social teams still remain very small. 71 percent of the 350 social media professionals surveyed have up to two employees working for them, while 27 percent have up to 10 people on the social media team. What's more, social teams lack resources, according to the survey results, probably because businesses still struggle to understand and quantify the value of social media activities.
56 percent of marketers still rely on engagement metrics for indications of success, while only 20.7 percent focused on conversions, which are the better gauge of return on investment. 61 percent of marketers surveyed reported that measuring ROI was their main challenge, 38 percent cited securing budgets and resources and 33 percent cited tying social efforts to business goals. Less than 10 percent reported that they are able to quantify social driven revenue.
Without sufficient budgets, many find solving these problems is also problematic. 42 percent report that budgets are insufficient for all of the software they need to track analytics and publish content, and 34 percent say they have no software budget at all. Additionally, 42 percent say they need more staffing, and 43 percent want more analytics software.
Social media marketing has proved its value many times over, through influencers and personalization, among other advances. Given the evolving nature of well-established platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and the new models created by the likes of Snapchat and Pinterest, it's important to understand what social teams need to be most effective.
Download the full report for more details about the state of specific social networks and how brands can get the most out of their social media efforts.
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Summer is here and what most people are thinking of is how they are going to get an air conditioning unit. Even though some people may not know this, air conditioning systems may end up changing your life for the better. You are no longer going to have those turning and going sweaty nights anymore. If you are thinking of doing an upgrade of your air conditioning system, then you should be ready to spend a total of around $6000 to $15000 depending on the size of the air conditioning unit you want or the complexity of the job that it has to perform. The installation process usually takes a number of days for it to be completed. Once this is done, you are going to find that the new air conditioning system is going to improve the overall value of your property. Some of the things that you need to know have been mentioned below.
* There are those states that tend to incentivize on efficiency
What this means is that most air conditioning systems today must be at least 14 SEER which means seasonal energy efficiency. It is known to be the measure of how much cooling you are going to be getting for each watt of power your air conditioning unit is going to make use of. Given that the older version systems do not run with the same efficiency as the new ones, you will find that your cooling bills are going to drop by at least have the price.
* Sizing the air conditioning system right is essential
As you may already know, air conditioning systems are normally measured in tons. What this means is that the cooling energy is normally released by what is said to be a one-ton block of ice which is going to be melting over the course of the day. You are going to spend a total of $2000 to $4000 per ton. Even though you might think of getting an oversized system so that it can cool your house quickly, this will not be the case since you are going to find that the unit is not going to dehumidify the air effectively. On the other hand, if the unit is too small, then your unit is going to wear out quickly, and your electricity bills are also going to increase.
* You do not need to have ducts
If you have an older version of an air conditioning system or if there is forced air heat, then you may need to connect a new air conditioning equipment to the already existing ducts that are in the floors and walls of your home.


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Santy Company
34 Waltling Street
Brighton, England 2345
May, 27, 2010
Lincoln Brown
Triste Company
354 Queer Street
Bristol, England 4858
Dear, Mr. Brown,
I highly recommend Robert Doyle, as his performance working as a sales manager for Santy Company has indicated that he will be the perfect worker for any company.
Robert Doyle was employed by Santy Company from 2008 to 2010. For 2 years he carried on talks with clients, settled bargains and gave out orders. Robert Doyle handled his job well. His duties also included working out various activities to create networks for distribution of our goods, the analyses of the clients' documentation, the creation of information database and the analyses of the sales volume.
Robert distinguished himself by superb communication skills, power of observation, analytical thinking. He has the right qualities to implement talks on business matters and to conduct negotiations. In addition, Robert Doyle is very good at getting into contact with any client.
I would rank him as one of the best sales managers we have ever had. Robert would be a perfect asset for your company.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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The new Volvo V40 – low-emission luxury without compromise
The all-new Volvo V40 range has given its premium hatchback competition its toughest test yet, thanks to a unique blend of low-emission luxury with no restrictions on equipment or specification level.
Whether it's the comfort of the V40, the sportiness of a V40 R-Design or the rugged personality of a V40 Cross Country – all three variants are available with sub-100g/km CO2 emissions in a full range of trim levels, creating the widest possible choice for both retail customers and company car drivers.
The V40 is also the safest car in its class, having achieved the highest score ever recorded by EuroNCAP in recent crash tests, thanks in part to pioneering technologies such as the world's first pedestrian airbag and Volvo's autonomous braking system City Safety.
There's no compromise either for customers who want to combine comfort with sports-inspired styling as the V40 R-Design is fitted as standard with the dynamic chassis and available with the optional sports chassis.
Adrian Yeates, managing director (acting) of Volvo Car Ireland, said: "For years now, Volvo has offered the solution for drivers who want a premium vehicle experience with low emissions and low running costs, but who don't want to sacrifice equipment, styling or safety features."
"The V40 delivers unprecedented choice in the premium hatchback sector without compromise for the customer. Irish customers can enjoy low fuel costs and tax benefits thanks to sub-100g/km CO2 emissions and now with the addition of Bluetooth and high-performance audio as standard customers receive a higher level of equipment as standard – plus they get to choose from the V40, V40 R-Design or V40 Cross Country bodystyles."
The all-new V40 was launched in Ireland in July and is available with a choice of five engines, including an 180hp, 1.6-litre T4 manual performance model, which can cover the 0-100km sprint in 7.7 seconds and will continue on to a top speed of 210kph.
Meanwhile, diesel engines include two 2.0-litre units – D3 with 150hp or D4 with 177hp – both of which are available with a choice of manual or automatic gearbox and combine impressive performance with frugal fuel economy (up to 65.7mpg for manual versions on the combined cycle).
Rounding off the diesel engine range is the 1.6-litre D2 engine. Available in all three body styles and a full range of trim level options, all D2 models feature sub-100g/km CO2 emissions.
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Sometimes, you come across a house that just puts the A in amazing. And for us, this house built by 08023 Architects in Barcelona is exactly that. This A-frame home did not only defy tradition with its less-than-conventional floor plan shape, but managed to do so with very little space and budget available. For people who want to achieve that perfect combination of form and function, then read on and be inspired.
Like a fortified castle wall, this entrance seems to give off very little of what's inside compared to the other more revealing sides of this house. Call this an A house but true to getting an A grade in school, this main door seems intimidating to get by, without the ornamental plants around. Apparently, it can be identified with those majestic church double doors and this one in fact, like those church doors, has built-in smaller openings for convenience. The inclined plane leading to it also has steps for traction plus it adds charm to the main entry.
Distinctly intriguing about this facade is its unusually rudimentary and fragile construction particularly at this angle. Little would one know that it pushes architecture to new heights, taking inspiration from the letter A. For some, it may look just about the same as any rectangular building, but then again it isn't. The symmetrical wide glass doors and windows fringed by wooden panels add a modern flare to this otherwise plain surface. This tucked side edge lined by glass on the other hand. not only disturbs the expected but also brings in more light inside. The wooden flooring of this open porch also sets a neutral base to this understated contemporary structure.
The large glass doors, the interior's white color, and polished cemented floor give the alluring illusion of having more space in this living room. It's also good that not much furnishings are placed to make way for statement elements like the bold black borders of the glass panels, the plush dark blue couch, and the other industrial light fixtures or accessories.
That intimidating main door leads to this elegant kitchen that never forgets style in its main function. The empty white shelves which occupy a wall apparently works well as a backdrop or even as a storage area for kitchen items, so long as they also look as coordinated as the antique ceramics lining this low shelf. Finally, this marble island counter does a good job in complementing the wooden doors close to it plus the same ceramics without forgetting to serve as a base to the rest of the elements present in the area.
If you haven't noticed yet, the wide glass doors serve to bring in more light and air as well as replacements to wall ornaments typically necessarily to add personality to rooms. With the interior decorations pretty much done away with because of the impeccable architecture of this structure, little more than an interesting rug can be done to spice up this bedroom and perhaps turn to a shade that's light but doesn't overpower the black lining of the glass panels plus the picturesque view outside. On a last note, curtains have also been abandoned although having neat blinds or white curtains tucked on the sides may not be so bad every now and then.
Back down below, a small yet functional studio was also constructed. It overlooks the property's garden which provokes inspiration to any work being done here. Noticeably, the tall windows and door here differ from those of the other side of the house which breaks any leaning towards monotony. Besides, this view gives you the idea of liberty without forgetting that you also have to confine yourself to your work and focus to get it done.
The outside view of the studio encompasses an expansive area covered with greens. This gives away the curious urban landscaping shown by the soft yellow lights which comes parallel to the main door shown before. On the other side of the studio is the well-kept pool area.
This is one pool area that does not care to give much fuss about primping itself to appear more inviting. The curious thing is that it does not after all need any more of that fuss. Here the elements found on the different sides of this structure are combined from the wooden panel covered glass doors to a portion of the studio. One side has a simple wooden veranda while the other is consumed by the pool itself. We think that this contrast give an understated chic character which explains the minimalist charm of it all.


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Teachers who continue to expand their knowledge and professional skills are better equipped to serve their students, make themselves more marketable and increase their earning potential. SPC offers a variety of continuing education opportunities for teachers.
Autism Endorsement
SPC offers three sets of online courses totaling 12 credits that meet the requirements for the Florida Department of Education's Autism Endorsement. To receive this endorsement, you must have a Florida Exceptional Student Certificate first.
Courses include:
- EEX 4094 and EEX 4941 offered in Summer and Fall
- EEX 4291 and EEX 4942 offered in Fall and Spring
- EEX 4761 and EEX 4943 offered in Spring and Summer
Career and Technical District Certification
We offer four online courses that meet district vocational education certification requirements. Vocational-technical instructors in areas like automotive, health occupations, cosmetology or public service must take four Career and Technical Education courses within a three-year period to gain or maintain district certification. Courses include:
- ECT 4183 and ECT 4562 are offered in the Fall
- ECT 4004 is offered in the Summer
- ECT 4365 is offered in the Spring
Reading Endorsement
SPC offers four online courses totaling 10 credits that meet the requirements for the Florida Department of Education Reading Endorsement. To receive this endorsement, you must have a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate.
Courses include:
- RED 4342: Foundations of Research Based Practices of Reading Education and Application of Instruction
- RED 4541: Foundations of Reading Assessment
- RED 4654: Foundations and Applications of Differentiated Instruction
- RED 4844: Reading Practicum (1 credit)
How to Enroll in Continuing Education Courses
- Apply to SPC online and receive your student ID.
For the Autism Endorsement, the program/student plan is DG-NO--Upper Division Non Degree, then choose Autism-Non Degree.
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Pepia-Est is an exclusive importing & distributing wholesale company of premium liquors, fine wines, Miller beer and Saratoga water on the island of Aruba.
Our friends, the owners of Pepia-Est Michael van den Berg and Herdy ten Lohuis, are heart and soul of this supplier for the best wines and spirits on the island!
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Kenny & Charlotte were born and raised in Aruba. They got married on July the 25th of 2008 and around that time Kenny bought his first professional camera. He started shooting pictures on his own wedding day of friends and family and from there on his passion started to grow…
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Amuse Bistro serves French inspired cuisine prepared with only the freshest and finest ingredients. From French classics, done with an Aruban flare, to unique gourmet creations, Chef Patrick emphasizes quality over quantity with every dish he prepares. The beautiful presentation is only surpassed by the exquisite tastes of every dish.
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The Action Coalition of Michigan recognizes the changes that are occurring in healthcare and understands that nurses are at the center of ensuring these changes are positive. The MI Action Coalition is working to advance nursing education pathways so nurses can deliver an improved level of high-quality care by earning higher degrees as seamlessly as possible. If you are ready to get your Master's in Nursing in MI, contact the schools you find on our site to learn more about your options for study.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists nursing among the top occupations in America due to the nursing shortage and the demand for more nursing professionals as the healthcare system becomes more complex. This is an ideal time to return to school if you want to advance your career in by getting your graduate nursing degree.
Michigan has some excellent online MSN programs, as well as campus based options to choose from. There are many new types of MSN degrees available today. Some of the degrees you might consider include; Nursing and Health Services Administration, Gerontological Clinical Nurse, Infant Child Adolescent Health/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Nurse Anesthesia, Nurse Midwife and Nursing Informatics. There are also dual programs offered at some universities broadening your reach and impact even further.
The admission criteria for Master's in nursing programs in Michigan can include many or all of the following requirements.
- Earned BS in nursing
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- GRE only required if your cumulative GPA is between 3.0 and 3.25
- Work experience as an RN is not required
- All official transcripts from any college or university attended
- Three letters or recommendations from individuals who at least have a master's degree in the healthcare field
- Resumé
- Personal statement of one page stating your professional and educational goals
- English proficiency exam if English is not your first language (TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB)
- Applicants must have completed an undergraduate or graduate statistics course
Many nurses looking to enter advanced practice choose to go nurse practitioner route. There are several different foci to choose from, and some of the most impactful are those that are in primary care. The Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner Program (FNP) provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver cutting edge, community-based primary health care. Health promotion and development are strongly promoted in this program. The curriculum for an FNP program usually requires around 60 credit hours and 600+ clinical hours.
The nursing curriculum to become a FNP usually includes:
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- Reporting Optimal Models and Systems for Healthcare Delivery
- Scientific and Analytic Approaches for Advance Practice
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- Nursing Care of Childbearing Families (Antepartum Care)
- Primary Care of Older Adults
- Advanced Primary Care Nursing of Chronic Illness in Adults and They are Families
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- Advanced Primary Care Nursing of Families in Complex Systems
- Pharmacotherapeutics I, II
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The American Association of Colleges of Nursing has a webpage with a list of financial aid sources, and several are specific for graduate education. The Health Resources and Services Administration is another source of low-interest loans, long term loans. There is a loan repayment program that is listed under Nurse Corps, which allows you to work at your career in one of their thousands of nonprofit hospitals or clinics for two years, which can result in 60 percent of your unpaid student loan being be paid off.
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In My Heart,
There is a void you never filled
But by My will I brought you forth
Free to live as you saw fit
My love for you has never waned
From whence I wove you in the womb
With joy and pride,
In witness I stood by,
While the Breath of Life
Brought forth your borning cry
Because a vow I made and kept unbroken
I walked your life in stride beside you
Laughing and weeping
In all your times of joy and sorrow
Yet never abiding, Mine you never knew
With blind eye,
You simply looked right through Me
Keeping from Me
All that you are left unspoken
Though I was with you all along
You chose to walk the way of earth
Bound and burdened
Under its heavy deathly curse
With deaf ear,
You could not hear My fervent prayers
That you'd come Home where you belong
The Book of Life was written
In My sacrificial Blood
Where every soul created,
And on that day redeemed,
Had its name inscribed upon
The very pages of my Heart
Waiting for the glorious day
When blessed faith would come to claim it
Leaving in its place
A void, where unclaimed names have been erased
Now on that day of reckoning
A day that's sure to come
You look at Me and wonder
What it is you haven't done
I close the Book and thus My Heart
Your name I could not find
In solemn words, I render judgment
"Depart from Me, I knew you not"
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Psalm 139:1-18
LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know when I sit down and when I rise up; You understand my thought from afar. You scrutinize my path and my lying down, And are intimately acquainted with all my ways. Even before there is a word on my tongue, Behold, O LORD, You know it all. You have enclosed me behind and before, And laid Your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; It is too high, I cannot attain to it. Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence? If I ascend to heaven, You are there; If I make my bed in Sheol, behold, You are there. If I take the wings of the dawn, If I dwell in the remotest part of the sea, Even there Your hand will lead me, And Your right hand will lay hold of me. If I say, "Surely the darkness will overwhelm me, And the light around me will be night," Even the darkness is not dark to You, And the night is as bright as the day, Darkness and light are alike to You. For You formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in secret, And skillfully wrought in the depths of the earth; Your eyes have seen my unformed substance; And in Your book were all written The days that were ordained for me, When as yet there was not one of them. How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How vast is the sum of them! If I should count them, they would outnumber the sand; When I awake, I am still with You.
Hebrews 13:5
for He Himself has said, "I WILL NEVER DESERT YOU, NOR WILL I EVER FORSAKE YOU,"
Deuteronomy 31:6
"Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the LORD your God is the one who goes with you; He will not fail you or forsake you."
Deuteronomy 31:8
"The LORD is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you; He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed."
2 Peter 3:7-9
But by His word the present heavens and earth are being reserved for fire, kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men. But do not let this one fact escape your notice, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years like one day. The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.
John 15:5
"I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing.
John 15:6
"If anyone does not abide in Me, he is thrown away as a branch and dries up; and they gather them, and cast them into the fire and they are burned.
Ezekiel 12:2
"Son of man, you live in the midst of the rebellious house, who have eyes to see but do not see, ears to hear but do not hear; for they are a rebellious house.
Matthew 13:15
John 17:22-26
"The glory which You have given Me I have given to them, that they may be one, just as We are one; I in them and You in Me, that they may be perfected in unity, so that the world may know that You sent Me, and loved them, even as You have loved Me. "Father, I desire that they also, whom You have given Me, be with Me where I am, so that they may see My glory which You have given Me, for You loved Me before the foundation of the world. "O righteous Father, although the world has not known You, yet I have known You; and these have known that You sent Me; and I have made Your name known to them, and will make it known, so that the love with which You loved Me may be in them, and I in them."
Hebrews 11:1
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
Revelation 3:5
'He who overcomes will thus be clothed in white garments; and I will not erase his name from the book of life, and I will confess his name before My Father and before His angels.
Psalm 69:28
May they be blotted out of the book of life; And may they not be recorded with the righteous.
Revelation 3:3
'So remember what you have received and heard; and keep it, and repent; Therefore if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what hour I will come
to you.
Matthew 7:21-23
"Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter. "Many will say to Me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?' "And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; DEPART FROM ME...'
Revelation 20:15
And if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire.
John 17:3
"This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.
May the Lord bless you as you write for His glory.
Blessings and love sent to you my sister.
"Depart from Me, I knew you not"
A call to heed the word of God today, be cleansed from our sins and get right with God.
Thank you for the gentle reminder. God bless!
To God be all the glory ,
Ephesians 2
18 For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.
19 Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God; 20 And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone;
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Why Buy Vinyl Flooring?
Resilient flooring is an amazing material if you're looking for something that is both a great value and long lasting. It is softer under foot than ceramic tile and wood, which makes it a great choice in kitchens where you'll spend a lot of time standing. Its ability to hold up under the harshest of conditions is why it is used frequently in commercial settings.
If you need flooring for a commercial setting you will have some different options. Your material options for a project like that will include:
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The two main types of carpets you can choose for your commercial needs are broadloom carpets and carpet tiles. Selecting the flooring materials that match not only your vision but align with your budget and schedule can be quite a challenging task. Described below is information on both different carpet tiles, along with Canopy Flooring & Interiors' manufacturers.
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Located near: There's always something to do around the Overtoom. From all-night stores to bike hire to the Amsterdam parks and the Red Light District. Additionally, Princess Hostel Leidse Square is only 3 minutes walk from the famous Leidseplein. Also, the tram stops literally in front of the door. So, each and every 'must see' attraction in Amsterdam is within reach.
Princess Hostel Leidse Square offer nice dormitory rooms with bunk beds and shared facilities for a good price.
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Sunday, May 10th, 2015
Mother's Day
Thanks moms. I am grateful.
All the Seafood
Muscles, clams, etc. with sweet Kat. I hate that she's leaving tomorrow but I'm so very grateful for today.
Whiskey and Real Life
Kat has always been such a blessing to me. But this trip made me feel so much closer to her. We got to really discuss some of the church and friends and family stuff that can get sidelined when you are "serving at church" together. This was such an amazing visit and I'd do it again and again.
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Happy to report my story, "Off-Off-Off Broadway," was recently accepted by Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine. The story is about a photographer who finds herself cast in a dangerous drama between an actress and her unfaithful husband. This piece took a while to find its final form. A huge thanks to my short story critique group from Sisters in Crime for their help.
Resist and read
Here in DC, protests are the new Happy Hour. This means I'm not getting my weekly recommended dosage of alcohol. This is also altering my reading list. As the daughter of an immigrant, I've always been interested in stories about immigrant experiences. Little Failure: A Memoir by Gary Shteyngart, described as "self-immolating," (!) is hilarious and intense. Roth's novel, The Plot Against America, is on my list.
Finalist for a Freddie Award for Writing Excellence!
That noise you hear? It's me, jumping up and down with joy. I'm one of five finalists for a Freddie Award for Writing Excellence for my unpublished mystery, Angela Cray Gets Real. The winner will be announced in February at the SleuthFest conference in Florida.
Seriously spooky
A recent listserv exchange about "boy" versus "girl" stories got me thinking about two of the most powerful noir novels I've read—and whether my response was, at least in part, gendered. Probably. Very different novels but both propulsive and perfect for the spooky season: Sweet Lamb of Heaven by Lydia Millet and In the Cut by Susanna Moore.
Department of laughter and tears
How do you make a successful comedy out of suicide, aging, and death? Check out: A Man Called Ove. I have to go way, way back to recall another funny movie so full of suicide (Harold and Maude).
Ick or Okay?
If you haven't read it already, check out my new 700-word story, "Ick or Okay?", on the wonderful website, Shotgun Honey. A huge thanks to the readers who kindly commented on the story.
Shotgun Honey
Yay! Shotgun Honey, here I come. Proud to be part of a webzine that publishes "fiction with a kick." Gave flash fiction a try to see how noir I could go. The 700-word limit was, ahem, character building. My short stories tend to be novelette length. My story, "Ick or Okay," is tentatively scheduled to appear on Oct. 17. Thank you, Ron Earl Phillips, managing editor.
Fun new crime novel on the way
After some critiques, I am polishing up my crime novel, Angela Cray Gets Real, to release to the world. It's a fun story (so I've been told!), which is amazing as it was written in the midst of much sadness, including the death of my wonderful mother. With thanks to the ladies upstairs for giving me Angela Cray.
Jodie Renner's new book…Captivate Your Readers
Jodie is a wonderful editor (and person!) who helped me tremendously with The Overthrow. She's used some of my work in her book, Captivate Your Readers.
"All the best…"
Thank you to Robert Lopresti for including "When I'm Famous" in his round-up of the year's best stories. I'm deeply honored to make the list. Congratulations to the other writers highlighted as well. Check out his "All the best from me to you" column on SleuthSayers:


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Where I Went in Pomfret, Connecticut
I spent an early-December weekend in Pomfret to Christmas tree shop and attend a holiday party at Tyrone Farm. It was an excellent way to kick off the holiday season. The Quiet Corner continues to amaze me with its beauty. It reminded me of what Renee Zellwegger, former Pomfret resident (she put her farm house on the market last year), had to say about the town:
"Socially, architecturally and asesthically, Pomfret is the embodiment of the old-fashioned American small town, while it is simultaneously, a culturally rich and sophisticated community. The seasons and the landscape are breathtaking, the quality of life and festive holiday celebrations are of bygone days, and you'll make more true friends in Pomfret within weeks than you would during a lifetime in most other places."
Smutnick Christmas Tree Farm
70 Brooklyn Road
Pomfret, CT
Tyrone Farm
89 Tyrone Road
Pomfret, CT
You could combine your Christmas tree shopping and sightseeing with a trip on the wine trail, or a meal at one of the many fine restaurants in the Quiet Corner.
Location: Connecticut | County: Windham County | Area: Quiet Corner | Town(s): Pomfret
Seasons: year-round | Meal: any
Themes: good for groups, romantic, christmas in connecticut, ct wine trail, girls day out


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"What you gonna do? Lock us all up? We're in every home, we're half the human race, you can't stop us all."
Do you know what I studied in school? Triangles. Lots and lots of triangles. Angles, cosines, tangents. Right angled and isosceles. Squares and rectangles too, and oh my god, the endless circles!
Never used diddly of it, to be honest. The same with the volume of a cylinder and all that sum-of-the-square-on-the-two-side stuff.
You know what I didn't study? Women in history. I did nothing on Suffragettes. Not a day or even a lesson on them. I didn't know any of their names, I didn't know what they were fighting for. I didn't even know they were fighting. I didn't know they wore white (That goes for all women, not just suffragettes: I'd never heard of Lisa Meitner until this year either).
I found out later – vaguely – that there was a woman named Pankhurst. And another woman threw herself under a horse once. Something called "The Cat and Mouse Act". That was it.
So where does Suffragette come in to this?
In a 106 minute blast, I learned more about these women and what their lives were like than I learned in ten years of education. How they were regarded as too stupid to vote, how their rights were non-existent in the workplace, in the home, in society. A whole section of society weren't even counted on the ten-year census.
In one scene, the women are protesting legally outside the Houses of Parliament. Brutally, the police move in to break the protest up. I thought they made that scene up, but no….that did happen. On the orders of the Home Secretary, one Winston Churchill, no less. (For a more in depth look at Churchill's complex relationship with suffrage: https://tinyurl.com/y8mtcacu).
The men in this world are for the most part, useless (and of course antagonistic), but it's not their story anyway. The main character leaves her husband and son behind, the husband complaining that he can't look after their child and work at the same time…even though he expects her to. In a heart-breaking scene, he actually sells their son to another family because he can't manage.
A woman is introduced named Emily Davison. If I'd studied anything about women in history, I would have known her fate instantly. I would probably know her face and when she was born. But I knew nothing about her until she threw herself under the Kings horse.
As a comparison, if the name of a character in a movie set in World War Two was "Robert Oppenheimer" I would have known where they were going with it from the first introduction.
The movie doesn't pull any punches in its brutal treatment of these women, and nor should it. Women are arrested and stripped, and one is force fed through the nose, which is as horrific as it sounds and as bad it looks in that poster.
Women go through workplace abuse, societal abuse and home abuse (I wish they were all restricted to the past!) to fight for the right to be considered human beings.
You know what I studied in school? The wrong damn things.


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About the Northern Research Station
About NRS
Director: Tony Ferguson
Deputy Director: Lon Yeary
Assistant Directors for Research: Ralph Crawford and Elizabeth Larry
Assistant Director for Planning and Applications: Terry Gross
Assistant Director of Communication and Science Delivery: Gina Jorgensen
Assistant Director of Business Operations: Vacant
Research Work Units: 14
Locations: 24
Employees: 402
Forest Service Strategic Plan
A plan that embodies our commitment to SUSTAIN our nation's forests and grasslands, DELIVER benefits to the public, APPLY knowledge globally, and EXCEL as a high-performing agency. These are the principles by which we will act and operate as we continue to guide this organization for today's and future generations.
Meet Our Director!
On Jan. 4, 2016, Tony Ferguson became Director for both the Northern Research Station and the Forest Products Laboratory. Ferguson replaces Michael Rains, who served as the Station's first Director and served as Director of both the Northern Research Station and the Forest Products Laboratory since 2012.
Ferguson has been with the Forest Service since February 2006. Most recently, he served as the director of the Forest Service's Northeastern Area – State and Private Forestry. Prior to his selection as Area Director, he was the Director of Minerals and Geology Management in the Forest Service's Washington, D.C. office. He has also served as the Acting Director of Lands and Realty as well as the Deputy Regional Forester for the Alaska Region.
"I am really excited about the opportunity to serve as the Director for the Northern Research Station and Forest Products Laboratory," Ferguson said. "Both Units have an excellent reputation for cutting-edge research and improving people's lives. I'm eager to learn about the remarkable conservation efforts being made by NRS and FPL. They are making a difference for the next generation and promoting conservation for the next century."
Meet the Northern Research Station
The Northern Research Station's science is complex, but the need for the research is simple. Land managers, city planners, and policy-makers need sound science on all aspects of the natural world and its complex connections with people to achieve decisions resulting in a healthy and sustainable future for present and future generations of Americans. In a region extending from Maine to Minnesota and from Missouri to Maryland, Northern Research Station science aims to understand all of the elements of forests and related landscapes. Part of the Forest Service Research and Development program, the Northern Research Station is one of seven Forest Service research units conducting research with in all 50 States as well as in U.S. territories and commonwealths.
Northern Research Station scientists reach these audiences in a variety of ways, including:
- Publishing in peer-reviewed journals and Station General Technical Reports; approximately 12,000 publications authored or co-authored by Northern Research Station scientists.
- The Station develops web-based tools that deliver sound, peer-reviewed science in a format that is convenient for land managers and others.
The Station manages 22 of the 80 experimental forests that are part of the Forest Service Experimental Forest Network; most of these long-term research sites lie within National Forests. The ability to conduct scientific research in-house, to apply research findings on National Forest System lands, and to transfer these findings to others for use on all of the nation's forest land sets the Forest Service apart as a natural resource agency.
Science at the Northern Research Station follows five themes:
- Forest Disturbance Processes: Station scientists are researching a variety of disturbance factors in order to understand them better and to develop control or mitigation methods.
- Urban Natural Resources Stewardship: Station scientists work to increase understanding of urban forests and to develop scientific and management tools that can improve the quality of life for urban dwellers through natural resources stewardship.
- Sustaining Forests: Maintaining sustainability requires knowledge of how forest ecosystems work and how changing climate and human influences are affecting them. Studies by Station scientists help to gain that knowledge.
- Providing Clean Air and Water: Station scientists develop land management tools to protect forests and their production of clean water and air for the growing population as well as studying the processes by which these benefits occur.
- Natural Resources Inventory, Monitoring, and Assessment: The scalable system of inventory and monitoring activities allows Station scientists to establish baselines, track change, quantify threats, demonstrate effectiveness, prioritize research efforts, and understand natural resources, and the policies, practices, and processes that impact them.