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The Firstborn of all Creation
He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. - Colossians 1:15-17
There is much that could be said about the title "firstborn". It is a title of honor and refers to Christ being given all "the rights and privileges of a firstborn son, especially the son of a monarch who would inherit ruling sovereignty. This is how the expression is used of David: "I will make him the firstborn, the highest of the kings of the earth†(Ps. 89:27)." (ESV Study Bible notes)
The phrase "firstborn" does not mean that Christ is a created being. We can establish that by reading the words that immediately follow in the text. Jesus is presented as the Creator of all things and He is before all things! This passage is in fact one of many that presents a clear affirmation of the Deity of Christ.
Here, and elsewhere, the "Bible" of the Jehovah's Witnesses (New World Translation published by the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society) deliberately changes the scripture to obscure this truth. Rather than repeating the phrase "all things" over and over again, as Paul did, the Watchtower translation inserts another word, "other," into the text, making it read, "because by means of him all [other] things were created... All [other] things have been created through him and for him. Also, he is before all [other] things and by means of him all [other] things were made to exist."
The reason for the translation change is easy to understand: Their theology says that God the Father created Jesus and then Jesus created all other things and therefore, since Watchtower theology insists Jesus is merely a created being, this passage must be rendered this way.
Is there a legitimate reason in the text itself for this insertion? No, not at all - it is merely the blatant attempt to hide the truth.
Note once again the words of Scripture, "For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together." Jesus is the Creator of all things and holds all things together! That is what the text explicitly states.
But there is much more we can say here. Not only does Colossians 1:15-17 declare Jesus to be the Creator and sustainer of all things, but like so many things in Scripture, when we establish the context of a term or phrase, the truth about what is meant to be communicated becomes immediately apparent. As we continue on reading in the book of Colossians, we are told in the clearest possible terms of the full deity of Christ.
Paul was writing to combat the heresy of the Gnostics. The word Gnostic means "to know" and the boast was that these people were "in the know" having been enlightened with a special knowledge unavailable to the normal person.
The Gnostics developed a very elaborate system of gods called "aeons" and their "enlightened" chart showed how each one related to the next one in terms of authority and power. This made up chart was known as the pleroma. Elsewhere in the letter, Paul uses this very word employed by the Gnostics to speak of Christ when he writes "For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily" (Col. 2:9). The word "fullness" there is the Greek word pleroma. In other words, Paul was saying, "if you want a chart... if you want a pleroma, here's the only chart you need - Christ Himself!" In Christ "all the fullness of Deity dwells in bodily form" (NASB).
Knowing this then, it becomes clear that, to quote Dr. James White, "the position taken by those who deny the deity of Christ falls right into the trap of agreeing with the Gnostics against Paul! In other words, if we interpret this passage as saying Jesus is a part of the creation, and not the Creator Himself, we are left with a Jesus who looks very much like the Gnostic "aeon" that Paul is arguing against! The argument presented by deniers of the deity of Christ in fact guts Paul's entire argument against the Gnostics, leaving him arguing in circles! But when we allow the text to stand and speak for itself, Paul's point is devastatingly clear: the Gnostic cannot just stick Jesus into his "system" somewhere. Jesus can't be one of the "aeons" between the one true, good God and the evil demiurge who ends up creating the world. No, Paul makes it impossible for the Gnostic to hold onto his false beliefs about the world and try to make room for an edited "Jesus" by firmly asserting that everything that exists, including the physical universe, came into existence through the creative activity of Jesus Christ." (The Forgotten Trinity).
Understanding the context helps us avoid the misinterpretations rampant in non-Christian cults today. Some may consider these things too "complex" or "obscure" to be important. Yet, knowing these things, and being able to explain them to others, could well be used of the Lord to help deliver someone from deception.
I noticed that the article mentioned "non-Christian†cults. There are two main considerations before a religion could be considered cultic: 1. Theology and 2. Mind Control. While this article addresses the theology, very few Christians fully understand the mind control component of cults. This is a very serious oversight that must be addressed. If you are drawn to minister to cults DO NOT neglect to study cult mind control. There are many good books on it such as "Combating Cult Mind Control†and "Cults in Our Mist†by Margaret Thaler. Singer describes some methods such as: Consistency, Reciprocity, Social Proof, Authority, Love Bombing, Intimidation, and Confessions. Educate yourself about cult mind control. A good article is here: http://www.freeminds.org/psychology/mind-control/mind-control-or-brainwashing.html
The Son of God (John 1:3; Colossians 1:16-17) became part of His creation through His incarnation (John 1:10, 14). And through His bodily resurrection He literally became "the firstborn of all creation" (Psalm 2:7; Acts 13:33; Hebrews 1:5-6; Romans 8:22-23, 29; Colossians 1:18; Revelation 1:5; Revelation 3:14; Revelation 21:1). It is that simple.
Yeah i dont understand i thought the firstborn was an evil being that killed everything it came into contact with.


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Church authorities write "we can not have out leader supporting the people of this world who are tearing down the kingdom of God"Pastor Will only found out on August 4 that his name had been taken down and his parking sign brought down. It is reported that the same Wills had attended a Lil Wayne concert some time back but went uncaught .
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what we offer
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When you hire catalystspark you always get me, Josette Barenholtz.
Beyond that, I build the team to best suit your needs. I pull from a vast network of industry leading creative directors, graphic designers, innovative thinkers, subject matter experts, creative consumers, PhDs, MDs and the list goes on.
A little more about myself and some of the amazing people I often work with:
josette barenholtz
Josette read Adam's bio below, and agrees that bios in the third person are kinda silly...
I enjoyed a 14 year marketing career managing big global brands. My passion has always been in the creative and strategic parts of my work. My disdain has always been in watching people revert to 'business as usual' (yes…the shoulds). I thrive on imagining and creating the possibilities. I am so fortunate to be able to make this the the central focus of my career. I started catalystspark 10 years ago, and it's been a thrill watching it grow, and constantly evolving our offers and methodologies.
Beyond my deep understanding of brands, innovation and people, I have been called a Master Workshop Designer and Facilitator.
I have a BS and an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business.
I am a through and through New Yorker, having lived in four out of the five boroughs of New York City. I currently live in Manhattan.
I am crazy about theater, yoga and boxing, but the force that drives me above all else, is mothering my two daughters, Carlyn and Darah.
adam schorr
Adam has no idea why people write bios about themselves in the third person. So I'm going to just address you directly. It might sound less fancy but it's a lot more personal. Let me know what you think.
After 16+ years as a consultant, marketer, and innovation practitioner, I went out on my own and am dedicated to helping companies be the best version possible of themselves—living their unique purpose and values in their culture and in the market. This is the perspective I bring to my work with catalystspark.
My recent consulting has focused on the intersection of brand and culture—helping companies create distinctive brands and fully activate their people to bring those brands to life. I've partnered with senior executives at leading companies such as IBM, Hyatt, JetBlue, Celgene, and MetLife, to codify company purpose, values, behaviors, and vision; define brand identity and strategy; design leadership development and workforce engagement programs; and shift mindsets and behaviors to fuel brand, culture and performance.
I began my career at McKinsey & Company, consulting on strategy and organizational change. I worked at Pfizer as a brand manager on Sudafed, Listerine, and Efferdent, and at J&J to build a new innovation capability and unlock non-traditional revenue streams. I've got a BA in Speech & Drama from Yeshiva University, and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Chicago.
In addition to my professional passions, I am an avid craft beer lover, home brewer, father of three, and I enjoy some quiet reading time when I can get it.
annabel acton
Annabel Acton (Bella) is an innovation addict and entrepreneur on a quest to keep it quirky. And to that end will also now move into the first person...
I have worked as a brand, marketing and innovation consultant for 10 years. I have partnered with some of the world's largest companies; helping to reinvent their brands, shape their innovation pipelines and shake up their company culture. I love challenging conventions, questioning things and scouring for inspiration – and am still a little surprised that I've made a career out of it. Melbourne, Sydney, London, New York and LA are all homes of sorts, and with 60 countries under my belt, I bring a global perspective to my thinking.
I am an entrepreneur and the founder & CEO of the quirky company Never Liked It Anyway – a place to sell all things you're left with at the end of a relationship (yes, seriously). I'm highly involved in the startup scene and help early stage companies sharpen their vision, articulate their business plan and attract investment. I also write for Huffington Post, Forbes, Inc. and more, about all these things. I am at my best with a flipchart, sharpies and a room full of strangers.
I would do anything for gelato and also love haiku, rock climbing and dogs. Not in that order.
debra wolf
Hi, I'm Debra. I work with the catalystspark team to curate an individual experiences for each client and their specific needs. I work as Josette's right-hand woman to help her design, build workshops and deliver strategic outputs that have changed organizations.
For the last 15-years, I've worked at various ad agencies in New York City for clients like Verizon, Samsung and Comcast.
When I'm not working you can find me at out and about in NYC, or on my couch binging the latest Netflix release.
jon minor
Jon supports catalystspark in a number of roles – overseeing critical elements of our events with seasoned expertise, efficiency, and flexibility. He applies high-level organization and management to each project, contributing creativity to solutions within parameters.
As project manager, he specializes in creating positive, productive relationships with participants. His problem-solving and negotiation talents along with the ability to handle a variety of assignments concurrently make him an agile team member. He also assists in transcribing key notes and ideas into accurate and professional end-documentation.
After spending time in Milwaukee, San Francisco and Brooklyn, he's happy as hell to be back on the West Coast living in Portland - taking in the sights and sounds of the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
Jon doesn't have an issue with writing about himself in the third person.
By far one of the most strategic thinkers I have worked with. And importantly, her ability alone to organize and frame significant amounts of learnings, synthesizing to digestible key themes and insights provides valuable competitive advantage. A seamless team member. Excellent client-facing to internal executive management. A delight to work with. Highly highly recommend.
"Always work with people who are smarter than you" was great advice I was given years ago. And no one is a better example of the benefits of that approach than Josette. She brings tremendous insights to each project - balancing innovative thinking with understanding the pragmatics of business. Her presentations are smart, crisp and inspiring. Hire her!
Her workshops are engaging from the moment you enter the room, and fruitful to the very end. Her ability to connect seemingly unrelated dots and identify themes is magical. She is a master facilitator and an idea machine. She leads us to more actionable ideas than we could have imagined, and stayed on to take them all the way through to qual and quant testing. An amazing partner and so much fun!


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Greetings, ladies and gentlemen!
I want to do a quick update post and talk about some stuff, and things, and possible new blog content.
First, Marvel's Ant-Man came out to theaters last week. I have been pretty hyped to see it for a while now, but after seeing a couple clips from the film I am even more excited to see it. Tonight, I plan to see the film with my girlfriend, and I was thinking of doing a follow-up post to the "Ant-Man Speculation" I did some time ago. There may be some bits of movie review thrown in there, but it is more likely going to be a post focused on my own personal thoughts. Note: I may still be gushing with excitement afterwards.
Next, I am currently working on a small-ish game project using the RPG Maker VX Ace platform. I have wanted to make a game with this software for a while now, but a lot of my main ideas seem to require a lot of preparation. This "small-ish" project will be built using solely the base assets available in the RPG Maker software. I don't have any concrete ideas set for this project. I am going straight into building it and figuring out all the little details later. I am currently working on the game's world map. Players will use this feature to traverse the game's world, while I will be using it to figure out the scope of the game. More details, and possible posts, as progress is made.
Lastly, I want to discuss some content I am preparing for the blog! Since I have been more than lax on adding new content to the blog, I wanted to start work on two, potentially massive, segments that focus on MMORPGs. Both of these segments will be similar to the "Itemization Woes" posts I did a while back, but focusing on the creation of an entire MMORPG instead of just a single facet of gameplay. However, they will tackle this similar subject from two slightly different angles. I will make another post that goes into greater detail about this new, potential content once I figure out exactly how I am going to present them.
So, what have you guys been up to? Have you seen Ant-Man yet? What were your thoughts? Do you have any projects you are working on? I'd like to know! Join the discussion below.


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text: Everyone thought that US shale oil producers would get killed by the drop in oil prices. Turns out that they were smart enough to hedge their production back when the prices were high. For example, Miller Energy hedged 1.4 billion barrels of oil at around $95 until the end of 2016. Someone is going to have to mark-to-market $36 billion in losses (and that's just for one of the producers), and I wonder who the lucky owner will be.


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On March 8, 2013, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published an announcement in the Federal Register advising employers that Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 has been revised. The key changes to the newly-revised form include new data fields requiring an employee's foreign passport information (if applicable), and the employee's telephone number and email address. The format has also been expanded from one to two pages, such that Section 1 (Employee Information and Attestation) takes up the entire first page of the form, and Sections 2 and 3 (Employer Authorization and Reverification) are found on the second page.
The new form, which is available on USCIS's website, denotes a revision date of March 8, 2013 in the lower left hand corner of the form. Although the form is available for immediate use, USCIS will not require employers to use the form until May 7, 2013. After May 7, 2013, all prior versions of Form I-9 cannot be used. Employers should take steps now to ensure that they are using the newly-revised form after May 7, 2013 to avoid civil penalties.


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text: Celebrating 50 years of marriage is quite an impressive and important milestone! When it came time for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary, I have to admit, it was tough to decide how to celebrate something so special. We thought we would go on a family trip to celebrate, or maybe a small family party and a bigger church reception…but, ultimately, my parents decided that they wanted to share the day with friends and family in one party. This was just days after Christmas and so the calendar was full. We almost waited too late to plan as we flip-flopped on just what to do! We finally settled on a coffee and dessert drop-in at a local restaurant that is known for its antique cars and airplanes. It was a fun day with so many family members and friends! The photos will make for a great family photo album as it captured friends from so many parts of a 50-year-marriage. I also wanted to share a few of the ideas we used to decorate and celebrate!


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Will Sprint carry the new Microsoft Windows 10 flagship device yet to be released? For example it would be nice if the next Nokia 1520 would be available on Sprint.
Ohhh sprint come out and play ohh sprint come out and pllaaaayy
Well per the latest announcement nobody but AT&T is going to carry the 950 at this point. You can buy an unlocked one for T-Mobile but I don't know about the other carriers.
So my question is if I purchase an unlocked 950 can I use it on Sprint. I don't need a contract or a special deal, just want a good Windows phone. Not the stuff Sprint is will to sell.
Wow, after 4 years of singing the praises of Sprint's Network Vision, failure to carry these amazing Lumia 950s might be enough to push me over to T-Mobile. Apparently, Microsoft didn't include CDMA radios because Sprint and Verizon have shown zero interest.
Sprint and VZW have both been lukewarm at best towards Windows. I walk into a store and ask for one and all the sales reps scoff. It's pathetic. Sprint is in a self-fulfilling prophecy with Windows devices lately - they finally get one or two mid-to-low tier model phones, then don't promote them *at all*, their sales staff steers people away from them, and then suddenly they wonder why they aren't selling them.
The fact has come out that the 950 and 950xl are NOT AT&T exclusives. MS will also be selling unlocked versions of each phone at their store (online and physical). You can buy the phone unlocked and jump to any carrier that isn't Sprint or VZW. Other carriers have the chance to hop on and sell these, but if Sprint doesn't push for getting their own version supporting their band, we'll never see it.
I like my plan on Sprint, but I'm switching for these new phones. I'm tired of Sprint's lack of commitment, and lack of variety on their devices.
Good Afternoon any Sprint employees monitoring.
I've been a Sprint customer for over 10 years. During that time I've been strictly Android: never went to Apple although 3 phones on my contract are, for my own reasons. I'd really like, if Microsoft builds a CDMA version, the opportunity to get the Lumia 950. For my purposes the 950XL is too large.
Please respond to this thread indicating whether or not Sprint intends to carry these Microsoft phones. I suspect Microsoft will gladly build a CDMA version of the phone for the opportunity to increase their market share if only Sprint would commit to selling them.
Being with sprint since 1992 I will be finally done with hoping for sprint to carry a phone. Now they are in four place u wonder why, Not me they commit to iphone and nothing else. I will be moving to whom ever carries the 950xl, for myself the 950 for the wife and son. Years of asking sprint to carry other phones gets tiresome. What does it cost you just to support a phone if a customer plans to purchase this said phone with no subsidies from the carrier. Tired tired tired. Now look t mobile has said they are open to carrying the new Microsoft phones and again as always nothing from sprint the same old Dan Hesse seems to still be running sprint into the ground. Wo sorry into fourth place now.
Well maybe we were too quick to judge Sprint. Check out this link : [inappropriate link removed]
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AT&T will carry the 950 not sure about the 950XL
OK guys.... I was updating my plans and seemed to have a very knowledgable rep so I decided to ask about the New Lumia phones. I hope he knew what he was talking about, sure seemed like it. The good stuff starts about midway down, here is the chat screenshot.
That's an interesting development... Maybe it's true, or maybe the rep had no clue what they were talking about and just said whatever it took to make you happy. I can only hope that it is indeed true, though. I'm skeptical because the current bands supported by the new Lumia's don't include Sprint's network band. This would mean that in order for this to be true, they'd have to be developing a CDMA specific Lumia 950 and testing that separately. If it hasn't even gone through FCC inspection yet, I highly doubt November... IF and only if it's actually true.
I agree I'm skeptical myself. At least it's something somewhat positive for now even though it seems a little far fetched.
Interesting. I just asked more or less the same question and got a different answer.
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Four months after struggling "Today Show" Host Megyn Kelly shocked co-host Al Roker and their studio audience by suggesting on-air that wearing blackface in the context of a Halloween custom was perfectly acceptable behavior "where I grew up", the former Fox News prime-time star's departure from the "mainstream" network has finally been finalized.
According to a report by NBC News, Kelly has reached an agreement with the network on the terms of her departure whereby she will receiving another $30 million in compensation - the balance of her $69 million three-year contract.
"The parties have resolved their differences, and Megyn Kelly is no longer an employee of NBC," NBC said in a statement.
Though Kelly delivered a tearful on-air apology the following day, she never returned to the anchor's chair on the network's flagship daytime program, and her impending departure from the network was swiftly confirmed, along with speculation that, thanks to the iron-clad nature of her contract, she would likely walk away with a hefty sum.
Prior to the blackface controversy (which would have hardly registered as a controversy if she had said something similar during her time at Fox, where her infamous "Santa is white" comments elicited ridicule from the mainstream press, but barely registered among the cable news channel's more conservative audience), Kelly had been struggling with low ratings and several other awkward gaffes, including pressing actress Jane Fonda about her history of plastic surgery, and an interview with InfoWars founder Alex Jones that was criticized for offering a platform to a conspiracy theorist.
Since Kelly departed, her hour of "Today" - which now features a rotating cast of hosts - has seen ratings rise nearly 20%.
Meanwhile, though Kelly has walked away with a handsome some, she will likely forever regret her decision to leave Fox. Her departure from NBC cemented her status as just the latest former Fox star (Glenn Beck comes to mind) who fell flat after leaving the cable channel that launched their careers.
Given the embarrassing hit taken by the network, we imagine the executives at the network who advocated for hiring Kelly will soon be quietly pushed out.


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The tale of a teenage loner (Nicholas Galitzine) who found out that his unruly neighbor (Luke Perry) is really a disgraced rock god who "died" eight years ago, and owned a fortune in unpaid taxes. Nick agrees not to disclose the musician's secret if he teaches him how to become a Rock Legend.
Most of us will not have a Rock God to teach us how to become a legend, but below are 5 tips that could become the Beat Beneath My Feet and Your Feet, and can catapult us to Stardom or Happiness.
1. What is your reason to get up in the morning?
Viktor Frankl, a Psychiatrist and author of "Man's Search for Meaning." He was in a concentration camp…and he said when people lost their reason to get up in the morning, they were dead within 24 hours.
Our twenty-one month old grandson wakes up every morning excited, and is ready to face the world with passion. He can't wait to jump out of bed to see his same old toys and to charge around his home as if he is seeing it for the very first time. If only adults could greet each new day with his energy and motivation.
But most of us get up in the morning just because we have to, and, thus, waking up is a chore. However, if we have a great reason as to why we get up in the morning, and it is more than just about a daily routine of work or school, eat and sleep, then that passion will make us see each day as an opportunity to make an impact on the world. So, seek what is your purpose in life and once you have a reason to wake up in the morning, you will greet each day with zest and eager expectations.
2. What are your goals and Do you know what it takes to get to your goals?
Many of us have many ideas floating around inside our heads of what we want in life, but have no goals and if we do, have no idea how to get there. What do you hope to achieve in next year, the next five years and the next ten years. First, you have to write down your goals and then plan how you are going to achieve those goals. When you write down your goals, it has a powerful effect of making them permanent and real.
What can you do daily to invest in your goals. Writing down your goals is the first step, but you need a plan on how to achieve them. Then you go out and execute your plan everyday by taking a couple of actions to get you closer to them. Then pursue every possible opportunity to obtain your goals
"You control your future, your destiny. What you think about comes about. By recording your dreams and goals on paper, you set in motion the process of becoming the person you most want to be. Put your future in good hands – your own."
– Mark Victor Hansen, author, TV personality and co-founder of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series
3. Are you a first class version of yourself?
You have to become the best version of yourself in whatever career or field that you are in. Don't leave anything to chance or luck, if everyday, you do something to further your career or your business, you will become more skilled and more successful. Identify one thing that you should learn that could change your life, work or school for the better. And, go out and learn it.
Jordan didn't make varsity when he first tried out for his high school basketball team. However, he became first class by practicing more than everyone else. Michael is the number one basketball player of all times, He became a first class version of himself and earned 5 Most Valuable Player Awards(MVP) and 6 NBA championships.
This is what he said,
"Whenever I was working out and got tired and figured I ought to stop, I'd close my eyes and see that list in the locker room without my name on it… that usually got me going again."
Michael used his failure to serve as a growth to success, instead of giving up or moping around, his failure made him become a first class version of himself. Until the end of his career, he was the first person to get to the gym and the last one to leave during his career. Jordan did not leave anything to chance, but worked the hardest to become the best basketball player of all times. What do you need to do to become the best version of yourself?
4. Do you give more than you take?
Our relationships are the most important aspect of our lives, and can you imagine what a beautiful world this would be if we all give more than we take. But most of us take more than we give. Our spouses, our children, our parents, our families and friends matter the most to us and so we should give them our best, but do we?
We have a good friend, MJ, and she gives, gives, gives. She gives to her family, her friends, her church, her community, her students, her neighbors. MJ has tons of energy and is always giving more than she takes. Everybody that she meets, she touches their lives in some small way by giving them a word of encouragement or a smile or a prayer, a ride or something else. And she always does it with a smile.
"When you start giving, instead of getting, you make a difference. You can always give a warm smile, a sincere hello, a positive vibe… your attention, your time, your love, and kindness to those around you."
― Roy T. Bennett
MJ has figured out that Happiness is associated with giving more than taking. Whether it is simply listening to a friend, giving a hand to a lonely or sick neighbor, or volunteering at a soup kitchen or homeless shelter. When we serve and give to others, it fulfils us. We have to give more than we receive. I am not saying to become a doormat in any relationship, or to give until you become resentful. But giving is far more fulfilling than giving.
Today, evaluate your relationships and let us try to give more than we receive. Give more to our spouses, our children, our friends, our neighbors, our co-workers and even the strangers that we meet today. It could be forgiveness, a smile, a compliment, a word of encouragement, a prayer, lunch money or a ride.
5. Do You Pay It Forward?
The next time somebody does something good or kind for you, pay it forward by doing a good or kind deed for somebody else. Also, ask that person to pay it forward. Look at it as if that person lend it to you and you have to pay it forward to somebody else. Let us spend each day paying it forward to the next person we meet some act of kindness or charity or good deed.
Pay It Forward was described by Benjamin Franklin, in a letter to Benjamin Webb dated April 25, 1784:
I do not pretend to give such a deed; I only lend it to you. When you […] meet with another honest Man in similar Distress, you must pay me by lending this Sum to him; enjoining him to discharge the Debt by a like operation, when he shall be able, and shall meet with another opportunity. I hope it may thus go thro' many hands, before it meets with a Knave that will stop its Progress. This is a trick of mine for doing a deal of good with a little money.
Somebody smiled at you, repay it by smiling and acknowledging the next person that you see. You got a compliment on your outfit, call out to that surly co-worker of yours and compliment them on their bright outfit. Your car broke down and your kind neighbor gave you a ride to work, give the single mother a ride to the train station. Look out throughout the day to pay it forward any good thing or act that somebody did for you today.
Let us know who or what is the "Beat beneath your feet."


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Be it birthday, father's day, mother's day or any other special occasion, these greetings cards are simply perfect to pen down your hearty emotions into meaningful words.
Cards are being used for long time and never ever go out of fashion. It is considered to be one of the classic gift options to convey the message of love and affection to dear ones. It symbolizes care and always been appreciated by all.
Here at one place, you'll get to buy varieties of greeting cards that can be gifted on various occasions. When words are not enough, emotions are communicated using the medium of writing. And when it is written in pretty greeting cards then the definitely the receiver will be happy immensely.
Thus, forward your eternal love and feelings to beloveds in words written in attractive personalized greeting cards.


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Internationally recognized double bass soloist, chamber musician and professor, Nico Abondolo debuted at fourteen with the LA Philharmonic and in 1983 became the first bassist ever to win first place in the International Geneva Competition in Switzerland. Mr. Abondolo is the principal bassist of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and has been guest principal of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. He has been a regular performer at SummerFest and at the St. Bart's Festival. He is the bass professor at The Music Academy of the West and gives masterclasses throughout the US. He is also a composer, currently writing the score for the PBS documentary series, "Half the Sky".
Nico Abondolo last performed for La Jolla Music Society in SummerFest 2016.
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Five Ways to Vend Your House Exclusive of a Realtor
Realtors are more often than not associated with the property selling process. despite the fact that many people could take the help of a realtor, you might be a person who would prefer selling a property with out taking the assistance of one. the apparent benefit could be which you'd shop up on commission and different, sometimes hidden, extra costs.
let me let you know, the technique of selling assets in your own isn't as difficult as you think. Here's how you are able to do it.
Do Your studies
Research is vital to doing what needs to be done at your preferred cost. You must identify the proper time for you to put your house on the market, while also ensuring you have a fair idea about the marketplace dynamics at that point in time. Additionally, explore doesn't need to mean surfing sites and perusing books and magazines. Speak me to other human beings who have bought their homes with out taking the help of a realtor assist you to with your house promoting technique.
Renovate your home to a degree
Once you are completed with your research, ensure that your house is preparing to be wear the market. Overhaul the baths and the sinks. Replace unusable items in the home with usable ones. Refurbish the complete residence in case you ought to. Furthermore, keep both the front yard and terrace very much kept up. You wouldn't need the imminent purchasers to dismiss the house on account of its unkempt look. You wouldn't want the prospective buyers to reject the house due to its unkempt look.
Promote your house nicely
The following stage is to advertise your home in the correct way.
Take photos of your home. Exhibit all the vital highlights. Post these pictures on genuine property websites. Taking those steps will help you find the proper customer. You might spread the word by distributing pamphlets around your neighborhood. It could contain necessary information like the location, unique features, and the purchase price of the home in question, along with your contact number and address.
Set the right rate For your own home
Setting a cost for your home without anyone else can be troublesome and confounding. You could ask a couple of land operators to investigate the property to touch base at the fitting cost. If maximum of them stick to the identical price, greater or less, you've got observed a quotable rate.
Inquiring in regards to the selling price of the houses in your locality might be another great way to estimate the proper selling price for the home. determine on the very last fee via taking each those elements into consideration.
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1 cup of whole wheat flour
1/4 cup of oats
2 tablespoons of sugar
3 teaspoons of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
3 tablespoons of crushed almonds
1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
1 1/4 cup of almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
1 flax egg (or one tablespoon of applesauce)
3 tablespoons of frozen cranberries
1/4 cup of maple syrup
Mix dry ingredients together then add in wet ingredients. Allow pancake mixture to rest for a minute or two while you heat a medium sized sauce pan. Add non-stick spray, or vegan butter, to the pan and drop 1/4 cup of mixture for each one on the pan. Cook until lightly golden on both sides.
While pancakes are cooking, make your cranberry syrup. In a small sauce pan, add 2 tablespoons of water and frozen cranberries and cook on low, smashing the cranberries as they warm up until they are no large chunks. Remove from heat, allow a minute to cool, and stir in maple syrup. Be sure to allow cranberries to cool a bit otherwise the syrup will become too thick and burn.
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Minnesota Online Quality Initiative Webinar series continue
All MnSCU faculty and staff are welcome to register for different D2L Brightspace and SIG (Special Interest Group for Learning Spaces & Instructional Technology) webinars.
There are a few that repeat so you can choose a date that works better for you. With the final one in September: D2L Brightspace Advanced: Checklist Tool
to the final one in October: SIG Webinar: Time-Saving Tips for Stressed Out Instructors there is a gamut of helpful one-hour sessions for instructors and staff of our MnSCU institutions. We will keep you posted on more events sponsored by MOQI as well as add these webinars to our calendar!


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Spalding: The Official NBA basketball is here
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My daughter is lucky enough to have some school friends living in our area. This makes life easier and fun for them (and grown ups too sometimes) as we can be spontaneous regarding play dates once in a while. However I have noticed that although I love doing things with the children, if we are out and I am responsible for the children I feel like I become strict and even a little stern when the children behave a little off handle. This is the same if I have my daughter +1 friend (a boy), or my daughter + 2 friends ( a boy and a girl) + a helper.
I think that I have convinced myself that I would prefer to be known as 'the stricter' mother rather than having some kind of accident where the child in my care hurts him or herself...
I would like to know how people with multiple children, or who in some instances are responsible for children s friends, handle days out or play-dates, so I'd like to know.....
Are you able to maintain a certain level of control without being too strict?
asked 11 Apr '11, 10:46
I'd say the 6 to 9 age group is harder to control! And, yeah, if you arn't used to boys they are going to be more of a challenge. Boys and girls are different, (as groups, individually, some of my older boys female friends were a big challenge at that age too!), and you're just not used to boys.
I'm stricter with other peoples kids, too. With my nephew a common conversation was "Get down off that roof!", "My Mom lets me do it!", "Your Mom isn't here, I am, and I'm not calling her from the hospital, GET DOWN!"
I think it's normal to be a bit more carefull with someone elses child, nobody wants to make that call from the hospital.
answered 11 Apr '11, 14:56
Good to know Neen!
(11 Apr '11, 23:50) Emi
With your own children you know what they are capable of, and what they are likely to do.
For example, I know that my three year old always stops at roads, so I am willing to let him be a fair distance in front of me on his scooter. Many three year olds aren't so road aware, so if it was someone else's child I would want them to be closer to me if we were anywhere near a road, so that I could grab them if they were about to step in front of a car.
So yes, I am usually stricter with other people's children, or rather, I am more careful about controlling their environment to make sure they are safe.
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A Great New Concept Video Imagines What Apple Should Add to 'iOS 10'
With Apple officially announcing the WWDC dates earlier this week, it's definitely a great time to turn our attention to the next generation of iOS. More than likely, we'll get our first look at "iOS 10" during the conference's keynote session on Monday, June 13.
And MacStories has just unveiled an interesting wish list for the software.
A dark mode and more
As you can see, Federico Viticci and Sam Johnson did a great job with the concept video that shows off a number of features that Apple will hopefully add to the software.
Some of the most intriguing include a customizable Control Center featuring 3D Touch shortcuts, a system-wide dark mode, and a Siri API that could truly bring the virtual assistant on par with Google Now and Amazon's Alexa.
Viticci also has some great ideas on how to improve Messages – easily one of Apple's most used apps. Some suggestions include message extension, a rich preview for links, faster emoji access, and the ability to allow read receipts on a per-contact basis.
Other improvements on the wish list include an improved iCloud Drive and document picker, better iPad multitasking, and more.
The entire story is definitely worth a read, and hopefully Apple is planning to adopt some of these suggestions for the next version of iOS. Personally, I think finally opening up Siri with an API could really help bring a new level of usefulness to iOS devices, the Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
When to expect the new software
We'll more than likely also hear about new versions of WatchOS, tvOS, and OS X at WWDC.
If Apple holds to its previous release schedule, "iOS 10" will go through a number of beta versions in the summer and arrive to the general public sometime in the early fall – possibly with the next-generation iPhone.
At the conference, Apple may also unveil new software for OS X, WatchOS, and tvOS.
What would you want Apple to add to "iOS 10"?


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Frequently Asked Questions
Aquatics: Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I register for swimming lessons?
A. Registration can be done online, over the phone, or in person. Visit our swimming lessons page for more information.
Q. What are your hours?
A. Hours vary for each location. Please check the location's website:
- Como Regional Park Pool
- Highland Park Aquatic Center
- Great River Water Park
- Phalen Beach
- Splash Pads
Q. Can I bring a cooler, snacks, or beverages with me to the water park?
A. No. Coolers and outside food or beverages are not allowed in our water parks. You may bring in water in a non-glass container. Picnic facilities and grassy areas are located nearby the water parks if you would like to leave a cooler or snacks in your car to access later in the day. Same-day reentry is free of charge, just show your hand stamp or wrist band to an admissions attendant.
Q. Are there concessions at the water parks?
A. Yes. Concessions are offered at all three water parks. We now offer a feature menu with healthy beverages and wholesome snacks.
Q. Can I bring a cooler, beverages or a picnic lunch to Phalen Beach?
A. Yes. There are picnic facilities located nearby. There is no glass allowed.
Q. Are there concessions at Phalen Beach?
A. No, there is no concession stand at Phalen Beach, but free meals are served throughout the summer to youth 18 years or younger. Visit the Free Summer Meals Program webpage for more information. Also, there is occasionally a food truck parked near the Beach House on non-event weekends during lunch.
Q. Is it free to swim at Phalen Beach?
A. Yes. There is no charge to swim at Phalen Beach.
Q. What are the admission prices for the water parks?
A. Beginning June 11, 2016 our prices for Como Regional Park Pool, Highland Park Aquatic Center, and Great River Water Park are as follows:
|Daily Fees
|Under 48"
|Over 48"
|Family (up to 5 members)
|*Each Additional Member
|Deck Free (non-swimming)
|Infant (Under 1 year old)
|Daily Group Rates*
|Under 48"
|Over 48"
*Groups of 25+ must call ahead to receive group rate.
Q. I'm not going swimming. Do I still have to pay to enter the water park?
A. Yes, there is a $4 deck fee for all non-swimmers entering the water parks. Infants under one year of age are free.
Q. Do you have any toddler-only times?
A. Yes, we have toddler time at Como Pool only. Tot Time is from 9:30am to 11:00am on Saturdays. Admission is $8 for one parent and child pair, a savings of $5. Each additional child is $4 and all children must be 0-6 years old. Only the splash pad will be open for Tot-Time swimming. Concessions will be closed during this time. Everyone is welcome to stay for open swim at 11:00am at no extra cost.
Q. What kinds of amenities can I expect to find?
A. All locations have different amenities. Please check the location's website for more details:
Q. Under what weather conditions do the outdoor water parks and Phalen Beach close?
A. Our number one priority is safety. If we see lightning or hear thunder, we will close the water parks and beach down and reopen 30 minutes after the last thunder or lightning has been observed. We may also close if the temperature drops below 70 degrees and it is raining.
Q. Are flotation devices allowed in the pools?
A. Yes, floatation devices can be brought into the children's pools only, with a few considerations.
- They must be reasonably sized. Nothing too large is allowed. Size may be determined by how busy the pool is at the time.
- Parents must be present and attentive.
- Supervisors reserve the right to deny usage of floatation devices if they are deemed unsafe or inappropriate.
Q. Are life jackets allowed?
A. Yes. U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed at all water parks and Phalen Beach. Life jackets are also available to rent free of charge at the aquatics office. Ask a staff person for assistance.
Q. What is your policy for people who are not toilet trained?
A. Persons who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers (waterproof diapers) or plastic pants. Swim diapers are available for purchase at the water parks.
Q. Is there a the height requirement for any of the rides or attractions?
A. You must be 48" or taller to ride the zip line or jump off the cliff at Como Regional Park Pool. You must be 48" or taller to ride the big water slides at Great River Water Park and Highland Park Aquatic Center.
Q. Can I wear street shoes on the pool deck?
A. No. Street shoes and high heeled shoes are not allowed on the pool deck.
Q. Are there lockers available?
A. Yes. Lockers are available at all facilities and locks can be rented for $1 per visit. Patrons must remove all contents of their locker at the end of each day. Personal locks left overnight will be removed. Please leave your valuables at home. Saint Paul Parks and Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Q. Where can I park?
A. Free parking is available at all locations.
Q. What else should I know about Saint Paul's aquatic centers?
In an ongoing effort to provide a safe and enjoyable pool experience for our guests, Saint Paul Parks & Recreation utilizes training exercises to improve our lifeguards' skills and vigilance. These exercises will occur during normal operating hours and may consist of the following: submergible water mannequin, the use of video surveillance equipment, internal and external audits, and active water rescues and or first aid scenarios.
Q. Where are your splash pads located?
A. Splash pads are available to use free of charge during the summer at Conway Park, Lewis Park, and Phalen Beach. Check the websites for hours and dates. Highland Park Aquatic Center, Como Regional Park Pool, and Great River Water Park also have splash pads available for use with paid water park admission.


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Chopard Designs Jewelry For Movie Nine Starring Kate Hudson and Nicole Kidman
Chopard Dazzles the Actresses of Nine
What's more exciting than the new star-studded movie Nine is the news that the women are going to be blinged out by Chopard. The Swiss fine jewellery company teamed up with costume designer Colleen Atwood to create dazzling pieces for a few of the characters. Kate Hudson wears a white gold ring with a golden pearl and diamonds (left); Nicole Kidman rocks oval-cut and Asscher diamond chandelier earrings and a cuff with 97 carats of diamonds; and Marion Cotillard sports a bracelet with 24 carats of heart-cut diamonds and a choker with 20 carats of emerald-cut diamonds. Sophia Loren and Judi Dench's characters also wore some Chopard. Phew! I can't wait to see them sparkle on the big screen! To see a few more Chopard pieces for the flick, keep reading.


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Tom Hiddleston showcases his piping pipes and makes you involuntarily swoon at least once
I Saw The Light, directed by Marc Abraham, tells the story of country singer Hank Williams and his incredible rise to fame and subsequent fallout the singer faced in his short 6-year journey.
Getting right into it, Tom Hiddleston's portrayal as Hank Williams is simply fantastic. Both Hiddleston and Elizabeth Olsen give amazing performances and it was a delight to see the dynamic between the two because they played a dueling yet loving husband/wife brilliantly. Unfortunately I felt that the film neglected to really delve into why these two love each other. I felt genuine love between them, however that is more as a testament to the acting abilities of Hiddleston & Olsen, not the way the characters are written. The secondary characters did a fine job, however there were no true standouts. There is one character were makes an announcement toward the end of the movie that gave one of the best 6-second performances I've ever seen. Let me say that the only exposure to Hank Williams I personally have had is his song Heyyyy Good Lookin' blaring on the K-Rose station whenever I played Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
I had no idea about the troubles he faced or the relationship he had with his wife and the movie does manage to illustrate his demons really well. There were enough instances where we see the drinking and the womanizing and it never felt overwhelming or tiring. The main issue I had with the movie has to be the actual progression of the plot/story felt rather incoherent and disjointed at times. There were no real natural transitions of the scenes and there were instances where plot points were not explained as thoroughly as it could have been; don't get me wrong, I hate being spoon-fed however, without going too much into spoiler territory, I had no idea who consisted of the Williams Household until like, halfway into the movie. Throughout the movie I found myself asking how much time has progressed from the previous scene and the abrupt scene changes really did not help in that department. There were also certain scenes that could have benefited from being cut since the pacing was a bit of an issue, these scenes felt overly long.
The musical performances sprinkled throughout were phenomenal. Abraham knew which musical interludes were the most appropriate to expand on and which ones were not.
I truly enjoyed this part of the movie because they never felt excessive and were needed to showcase Williams' talent… Speaking of talent… Tom Hiddleston's voice… oh. my. word. He was something else. Honestly, had it been anyone other than Hiddleston & Olsen I doubt I would have enjoyed the movie too much. These two are amazing talents and I cannot wait to see how their respective careers progress… And if they get married to each other, would not hate that either 🙂
The way I Saw The Light was shot was also great. There was a sense of griminess throughout it and there were instances where you felt present in the room… And trust me, there are certain scenes that made me feel incredibly uncomfortable and it felt wonderful.
If you're looking for a movie that spans a few years and showcases the acting talent of Tom Hiddleston & Elizabeth Olsen, complete with country music, accents and phenomenally gorgeous-looking scenes, check out I Saw The Light.
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When I Stand before God.
"And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen." – Matt 28:18-20
Now that you are saved, have you ever asked yourself; when I see Jesus face to face, what is that one question he would be most willing to ask me?
When Christ was leaving this world, we see from verse 16 that he committed the gospel to just 11 people and told them to share it to the whole world, to make disciples of nations. The gospel you enjoy today was preserved for years by people, some lost their lives to ensure that you hear about the gospel. Like a relay, the baton has been handed to us, we must run to obtain 1Cor 9:25. You must be willing to see the Word of God prevail in the hearts of men. Like the disciples, we are at the pitch surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses. It must be of priority in our hearts to see people come to a knowledge of the truth no matter the cost.
And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again." It is not enough to be saved, it is not enough to accept Christ. You can't truly know that Jesus died for you and not live for Him. We must be willing to lay our lives to see people come to a knowledge of the truth. The moment you give your life to Christ you are on the 'Go' for the gospel. Christ becomes your life ambition. – 2 Cor 5:15
Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." Do you really believe there is no other name by which men can be saved? Is the Word of God true to you? then share Jesus with the world. Ensure you see the integrity of the gospel preserved, make it your personal life goal to see people saved. – Acts 4:12
- In Prayers: Rom 10:1, 1 Tim 2:1-6, Eph 6:19-20
- In teaching by insisting on the Word: Acts 17:1-3. Acts 18:4, Acts 19:8, Acts 18:28
The reality is if Christ never died for you, you will be DEAD in sins and condemned to death, now that you are alive to Christ make your life count for the gospel. You are at the forefront, like Paul, run that you may obtain.
Strategize and plan your life to be actively involved in the propagation of the gospel.
- Father, I thank you for the privilege to live my life for the gospel. 2 Cor 5:20
- Father, by your spirit embolden the body of Christ to speak the gospel, unhindered, unrelenting no matter the cost. Acts 4:29
- Intercede for someone who needs to come to a knowledge of the truth. Rom 10:1
- Pray regarding Manifest Bible Course to the Word of God prevails and people are obedient to the faith. Acts 6:7
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Spring proved a bad time to be a ruler in Talomir. Ekra exists no more. Hykar is much reduced, although the war still goes on. The Rock has fallen under Treyine rule and the Brethren are now little more than puppets of the Treyine empire. Talomir is in upheaval and it seems likely that it can only get worse as Mirholme, The Capalan League and Tereken join the campaign. The viciousness of all this fighting seems to have left everyone a bit stunned and the only war this summer is a reprisal raid by the Hykar on the Mirish aimed at recovering lost territory.
Full army lists may be found on the Campaign Army Lists page. The leaders of each nation are all detailed on the National Leaders page.
Wednesday, 31 August 2011
Summer 990 - Campaign Update
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Exciting, I am looking forward to hearing more about this campaign. I'm also trying to make more progress on my Talomir map project.ReplyDelete
I also referred somebody to you for advice on hexes for RRtK battles on the THW board, I don't know if you saw that one.
Thanks, Sean. I'm glad you like our little campaign. We are looking at ways to expand it and are considering opening up nations in the campaign to other people. We just need to work out how best to do it.ReplyDelete
I just replied to the post about hexes on the group. I hope it is what he was after.
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Nick Campolucci, Head of Honda Motorcycles, Honda (UK) commented "We look forward to seeing the Africa Twin here in the UK, the return of this iconic name is already causing quite a stir and we're looking forward to the excitement it will bring when it arrives in UK showrooms next year."
Some motorcycles encapsulate perfectly what an adventure motorcycle is all about. The original XRV650 Africa Twin - which debuted in 1988, after the first 3 out of 4 consecutive wins at the Paris-Dakar* - was one such machine. Its go-anywhere ability, rugged durability, easy-handling agility and all-day comfort made it the perfect partner with which to explore. And it helped to define a motorcycling segment that has now grown into one of the most popular worldwide. The new Africa Twin remains true to all the attributes and abilities of the XRV650 and its successor the XRV750, while adding the benefits of everything Honda has learnt on and off-road over the last decade, including Team HRC's return to the Dakar in 2013**.
Furthermore, in a first for the category, the Africa Twin will feature the option of a new evolution of Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) *** technology, which remains unique to Honda in motorcycling. This latest evolution of DCT has been specifically developed and programmed to provide the off-road ability with which the Africa Twin is synonymous.
The all-new CRF1000L Africa Twin is set to redefine expectations of just what a large-capacity adventure motorcycle can and should be capable of, both on and off-road, and opens an entirely new chapter in Honda's illustrious history of dual-purpose motorcycles made for true adventure.
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Face of a Terrorist
The first fictional movie ever to be shown at the UN just had to be anti Israel propaganda. Surprise, surprise.
As always, excellent work by Elder of Ziyon who produced these parodies. Share them freely.
- Read more about the Miral controversy Why can't Jews handle 'Miral'? Danielle Berrin, Jewish Journal
- A great video discussion on the issues Hurray for Palestine: Hollywood Premieres New Anti-Israel Movie at the UN POLIWOOD with Lionel Chetwynd and Roger L. Simon
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Installing Hardwood Flooring inside your Basement
So many people are renovating homes nowadays and also the to setting it up done may be the ground-up. So, selecting the ground is the foremost and possibly the most crucial decision to create. With regards to a basement, hardwood floors like a choice raises some questions. Here's the rewards and disadvantages for this decision, plus some other available choices to think about.
Solid Hardwood Floors
Solid hardwood floors is really a beautiful look and provides a house the authentic look. Hardwood cannot withstand huge moisture atmosphere. Some basements might have a serious level of moisture. This makes the hardwood to warp and curve that will ruin the ground and eventually provide you with a poor investment. Their is other available choices to support for that level of moisture in basements.
Engineered Hardwood Floors
Engineered hardwood is made for concrete sub-floors and moisture areas. A moisture barrier is made beneath the actual hardwood to make certain that warping or curving does not occur. The veneer on these floors vary but these have plywood underneath for defense. This floor is fantastic for your basement if you'd like hardwood.
Laminate Floors
Laminate floors is really an image of the hardwood on the top of the strong bit of compact fiber-board. These floors succeed and are created to be quite strong to face up to scratching or damage from objects being dropped onto it. These floors are improving searching each year. This floor is made to succeed with heavy moisture areas. Laminate flooring are set up by having an underlayment when placed on a layer of concrete. The cost range comes from inexpensive to just about as costly as hardwood.
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Vinyl plank flooring may be the fastest growing product available on the market. This floor could be placed on any existing floor and it is installed effortlessly. A padding will have to be put lower before installing the vinyl plank which means this will come up for prices however this floor is affordable. Vinyl plank performs well in almost any moisture situation and can work nicely for any basement floor. Vinyl plank is available in any style that mimics wood, stone, tile, ceramic, bamboo, and linoleum.
With regards to selecting the best floor for the basement the primary concern is moisture. Solid hardwood won't succeed for this reason however their is many options to this alternative. Many floors are created to be set up in these situations so make sure to check over your choices while you choose which one to choose.


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Great looking machine dispensing cold water when ever and wherever you need it. Fully tested and using the latest food grade materials meaning the highest quality components this machine has met National Food Safety Hygiene Requirements and will look stunning in any home or work environment.
Including a Built in cabinet underneath to store cups,soups tea coffee or anything else you may want. This machine is ideal for all workplaces, conferences or even exhibition stands.
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Even though you can't see them with the naked eye, germs are literally everywhere. Thankfully, many bacteria, viruses and fungi are completely harmless. Some, in fact, actually have a positive effect by stimulating our immune system so we develop future immunity to them and similar strains. But of course other germs can cause illness, which is why it's important to take the necessary precautions to protect against these germs.
While there's no substitution for washing your hands — the number one recommended method for preventing the spread of germs by the CDC — using antimicrobial fabric in certain applications can also minimize your risk of germs. As the name suggests, antimicrobial fabric is a special type of textile that's designed to protect against the bacteria, viruses and fungi. Some antimicrobial fabric simply prevents the intrusion of germs, whereas others actually kill or inhibit their growth.
The Global Antimicrobial Fabrics Market Professional Survey Report 2017 report by The Market Reports is a comprehensive study of the global antimicrobial fabrics market. Featuring 117 pages, it reveals both current and future prospective scenarios. Furthermore, it features roughly 150 tables and figures to create a more transparent overview of the market. The report covers everything from the market's development policies and plans to bill of materials cost structures, supply and demand, growth rate and more.
This report segments the global antimicrobial fabrics market by several criteria. On the basis of product type, the market is segmented into synthetic organic compounds, metal and metallic salts, and bio-based. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into apparel, medical and residential.
The Global Antimicrobial Textiles Market Research Report 2017 by The Market Reports is a second professional study of the global antimicrobial textiles market. Among other things, it reveals the market's size, development environment, trends, operations, cost, price, revenue, growth rate, driving factors, market challenges and more. In essence, this is a complete and in-depth study of the global antimicrobial textiles market.
Some of the key antimicrobial fabric vendors profiled in this report include ASF, Dow, Sanitized Ag, Lonza Group AG, Microban International, Sciessent LLC, Milliken Chemical, PurThread Technologies, Unitika Trading, BioCote Ltd, Vestagen Protective Technologies, Trevira GmbH, Herculite Products, LifeThreads LLC and others.
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SYSTIMAX Sales Solutions [SP5602]
This course answers the question "Why do organizations buy?" It is designed to help you better understand SYSTIMAX and how it can help customers meet their needs and solve their problems - and help you sell SYSTIMAX solutions more effectively. This course is recommended learning for all Partners and CommScope staff selling the SYSTIMAX solution.
Estimated study time: 5 hours
Webcast duration: 2h:34m
The webcasts for this course are available in the following languages:
plus additional languages available for asssessments.
This course is designed for individuals seeking to become trusted advisors to their customers. It is recommended learning for all CommScope PartnerPRO Network partners and CommScope employees supporting the sale of SYSTIMAX solutions.
Pre-requisite experience:
No pre-requisite knowledge is required for this course.
- Learn why customers buy
- Cite the major customer needs for cabling infrastructure
- Discover the history of SYSTIMAX Solutions
- List technology and product innovations brought to the marketplace by SYSTIMAX Solutions
- Become familiar with the range of SYSTIMAX copper and fiber products
- Explore SYSTIMAX intelligent solutions
- Explain why margin matters
- Identify five game changers that will drive network evolution
- Learn to apply the recommended customer engagement process for selling SYSTIMAX Solutions
Key Topics:
Throughout this course we will help you understand the four areas that drive all customer buying decisions and how SYSTIMAX can have a positive impact for customers. We will give you a complete overview of the SYSTIMAX range of solutions and products.
We will cover why technical performance margin really does matter and explain the importance of going beyond industry standards. We will give you a view of where customers are heading and what technologies they will be using to meet their needs. As we wrap up the course, we will focus on customer needs and how best to make the case for SYSTIMAX solutions.
- Why Customers Buy
- SYSTIMAX Copper Solutions
- SYSTIMAX Fiber Solutions
- SYSTIMAX Intelligent Solutions
- Margin Matters – Twisted Pair
- Margin Matters – Fiber Optics
- Beyond Standards
- Game Changers
- Customer Engagement
How will I learn?
You will study this course online in a self- paced format. The course is made up of a number of webcast lessons and online multiple choice assessments giving immediate feedback.
Successful completion will require:
Any level of pass in the overall assessment score.
Is this the right course for me?
If you are involved in selling or positioning the SYSTIMAX solution either as a Partner or CommScope in any capacity and need to understand the Enterprise infrastructure market, what aspects of this are important to the customer and better relate the benefits of the solution to the customer needs, then this course is for you.
Upon successful completion you will:
Receive a certificate that may be self-printed.
Effective May24th 2019, BICSI recognizes SP5602 - Systimax Sales Solutions training for the following BICSI Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
Course information:
BICSI CECs: 2 Event ID: OV-COMM-UK-0519-1
Certificate valid for 4 years
Estimated study time: 5 hours
Webcast duration: 2h:34m
Course Benefits
- Learn at your own pace
- Effective learning
- Learn on the go and on-site
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Motorola recently announced the new Motorola Defy Pro smartphone. It is the first device in the Motorola Defy family, which comes with a full QWERTY keyboard. The Motorola Defy Pro is a dust-proof, water-resistant and scratch-resistant smartphone. It runs on the old Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Operating System. This handset allows you to print documents straight from the phone, thanks to MotoPrint.
Edson Bortolli, Products Director, Motorola Mobility Brazil, said:
"You're constantly on the go, whether running to the office or running around town. Finally, there's a smartphone designed to keep up with your work and personal life. Motorola DEFY PRO is ready for anything and will never let you down."
Motorola Defy Pro features a 2.7 inch Gorilla Glass display, sporting a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) OS, full QWERTY keyboard, 5 megapixel rear camera with autofocus and LED flash, VGA front facing camera for video calls, 3.5 mm headset jack, Google Play Store, Wi-Fi 801.11 b/g/n, 3G Connectivity, DLNA, GPS, Bluetooth, MicroSD card slot, 32 GB expandable memory, 2 GB MicroSD card bundled, QuickOffice, MotoPrint, Wi-Fi hotspot and much more.
Motorola Defy Pro comes with a new user interface, which organizes your contacts and apps according to the most frequently used apps and contacts. This handset features an instrumental dashboards with three different views – Outdoor view, Hiking view and workout view. It prioritizes the weather, phone's compass, pedometer, calorie count and stopwatch as per the view selected by the user.
This handset allows you to access more than 500,000 apps and games from the Google Play Store. The Motorola Defy Pro will be available only in Black color. This handset will go on sale from July 15 in Brazil. Motorola has not yet announced the price, complete specs and worldwide availability of this handset. Stay tuned for more updates!


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My name is Susan Lovig, and I am a happily married mother of four with a passion for sharing what the Lord teaches me. Before my real life started (motherhood and homeschooling), I was a professional teacher with a specialty in learning styles and remedial reading. Once my children arrived, the Lord began directing down different paths than I could have ever expected – and in my spare time I have written/published Picture Words: A Phonics Reader (Books 1-3, carried in the Rainbow Resource catalog), speak at homeschool conferences, run a successful internet business selling my sewing inventions (washable refills for swiffers, among others), take my wares to craft shows, and help moms make the transition to cloth diapering. Of course, this is in addition to my full-time occupation as a homeschooling mom and my less-than-stellar housekeeping.


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The bucket list, most know the movie, and most people have such a list of things to do or places to go.
I have been paddling for almost 50 years now and have done and seen some amazing things on the water. I have won National titles in both whitewater and sprint canoeing. I have trained, competed against, paddled with and have been friends with the best in the world both racing and recreational paddlers.
I have paddled many great rivers and waters around the world. I have paddled some great first descents and rapids that are on many peoples list such as the Skookumchuck Narrows in BC. And have paddled among huge icebergs in Newfoundland/Labrador.
There are many places I would like to go, but there is one that has been on the "list" for a long time and this will shock a lot of people that know "paddling" me.
We take you back to 1976, fastest in the Country in Downriver racing and most of my paddling is leaning to the "big" side of the scale.
We were traveling to the Nationals in Alberta when just to the west of Marathon Ontario, Highway 17, the Trans Canada makes a fairly sharp turn to the west around a small Boreal lake, nestled into a beautiful mountain setting. The threatening clouds and darkening skies added to the depth and beauty of this lake.
Right then and there, I said I had to paddle this lake!
I have been to Northern Ontario many times since then but had not been able to stop and paddle here for a variety of reasons.
So this year I knew we where going up to Northern Ontario for two weeks at the end of July so the plan was to definitely go and paddle this pretty little Boreal lake named "Wolf Camp Lake" on the maps.
Not much has changed on this lake from when I first saw it except there is now a microwave tower on top of the big hill at the north end. There is a little dirt road that follows the east shore but you don't really see it from the lake.
Access is really easy as there is a turn off and parking area right beside the lake when you get off the highway and there is little sign that it gets used very much and there are no camps or cottages on the lake.
So for 39 years this lake has been in the back of my mind, that I should paddle it, why? I don't know, but I will Share with you what I found.
Once we were ready to paddle and the boat was off and on the edge of the lake we gave a gift of tobacco to Mother Earth and the Lake.
My paddling roots run very deep in Northern Ontario, my Father worked on the Algoma Central railway after WWII and was partnered with a First Nations member who taught him paddle and bush skills, which has led to my life long love affair with paddling, so this gesture was more than appropriate.
As we move through the reeds to open water an Eagle circled overhead and cried out…. Very cool indeed.
My wife Anne joined me for this pilgrimage, since I have been talking about this lake since we took the kids up for the Sault – Thunderbay loop 20 years ago.
We paddled along the east shore heading north, there was a small little island and the shoreline rises gently for a short distance then raised very steeply helping give that lake in the mountains effect.
There was a nice wind blowing, not too strong, but enough to keep the bugs at bay as we slowly made our way along the shore. When we got to the north shore there was a tiny lagoon with a small stream flowing in and we were given this terrific view looking towards Hwy. 17
This end of the lake was definitely the "high end" beach strip.
This end of the lake has a little turn in it and you only hear the sounds of the wind as we paddled in some more reeds.
As you paddle south, along the west shore, the cliffs rise right out of the lake.
It is beautifully rugged and it feels you are being watched from the hills.
Looking at the eastern hills and shore.
Another small stream enters the lake towards the south end.
Looking north from the southwest shore.
I hope you enjoyed paddling around this pretty little lake with us.
So what did I find?
A beautiful peaceful place to paddle on one of Northern Ontario's Boreal lakes.
What did I expect to happen?
That I don't know, in the beginning there was just whisper in the back of my head that I should paddle there, but there where no visions or secret messages.
There was though a great sense of peace and relaxation, but that I have felt whenever I paddle and camp.
So maybe that is the message to share what I have found so others and also find these wonderful places.
Wolf Camp Lake, if you go here or any other special place to you, make sure you leave it for others as you found it.
Jeff McColl
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The Frontenac Sustainability Web Site is now live for individuals and groups to access and we invite you to participate.
Sustainable development seems to be the topic of the day. This project was designed to bring the topic home and invite local residents and organizations to consider and comment on the principles that should be used to guide the sustainable development of the Frontenacs in four key areas – social, cultural, environmental and economic.
Have your say in shaping the future of the Frontenacs. Take the survey on our new web site or submit a paper copy. We welcome and appreciate your participation. And please tell your friends, colleagues and other community stakeholders.
In addition to the web site, a poster series and paper survey has been developed for display and use by community groups and organizations. If your organization is interested in hosting the poster display, please contact us.