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Nature Rubber Stamp Fine Feathered Friends
$ 14.50
How long will it take to receive my order?
Due to Covid-19 shipping estimates can no longer be guaranteed.
- Most orders shipped within the United States from our Kirkwood Mo. location will ship within 3-5 business days.
- Shipping costs are based on the dollar amount of your order.
- The shipping charge for orders in the United States that are $1.00 - $25.00 is $4.95.
- The shipping charge for orders in the United States that are $25.01 - $50.00 is $6.95.
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- Please allow 14 business days for orders to Canada.
- The shipping charge for International orders is $24.95.
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We ship all packages worldwide with the United States Post Office - USPS.
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We are not responsible for any orders that are lost or damaged once the package leaves our Kirkwood Mo. location.
One garden bird, 2 nature sentiments and 3 eggs are included in this stamp set. The rubber stamps are made in the USA of cling mount red rubber, each stamp is trimmed to size and on a storage card. A Red Lead exclusive rubber stamp. The size of the bird is about 3" x 4", and the sentiments range in size from 1/2" x 4" to 1/2" x 2", the bird eggs are about 1" x 2-1/2". Click here for all things Nature Study!
Fine Feathered Friends Book Page made by Chris Schwartz, Bird Study Card made by Sharon Wisely.


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Desert Island Vintage - I'm a castaway!
Hi everyone! I was kindly asked by Maggie of Denisebrain Vintage if I'd participate in her Desert Island Vintage series.
If you'd like to see which 8 items I chose as my Desert Island items and why, you can read the article here.

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Uncle Remus
Kalila and Dimna: Selected Tales of Bidpai
By Ramsay Wood
Alfred Knopf 260pp £6.95 order from our bookshop
In his brief and modest afterword, Ramsay Wood has listed the eight chief sources of this book of fables, saying that 'each was useful in some way' and that he 'studied them till a master: template began to emerge. I wanted to write the truest story for a modern audience.' Although a good deal of scholarship has gone into this selection and re-telling, he claims to be an 'apprentice storyteller' rather than a 'traditional scholar'. Doris Lessing, in her lengthier preface, has also chosen to avoid giving the scholarly pedigree of these tales in the belief that this would distract attention from the primary to the secondary source of interest.


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|Bagel Deluxe Breakfast (Bagel小麥圈早晨套餐) - Hong Kong 2017
|Purple Rice Soy Milk (紫米豆漿) - Hong Kong
Consumed on 13 Jan 2017
Location - McDonald's 265 Queens Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
Combo Price - $26.50HKD = $3.54USD. Purple Rice Soy Milk add-on $1HKD = $0.13USD
Calories - Unknown
|McDonald's Hong Kong Receipt 2017
|McDonald's Hong Kong Deluxe Breakfast & Hotcakes Box
Whenever The Wife and I make a trip to Hong Kong, she always wants to have a Twisty Pasta Breakfast which is only available here. It's our tradition, and this latest trip was no exception. It also happens to be pretty much the only regular menu item that I'll eat even when not writing a review! This morning (yes, this is one of those rare reviews that I write on the day I ate the food) I felt like giving the only breakfast promo currently available a try together with our Twisty Pasta Breakfast, the Bagel Deluxe Breakfast. McDonald's Hong Kong also sells a handful of "premium" drinks that you could out swap your regular coffee or juice for a token additional payment of $1HKD ($0.13USD) so I opted to go for the Purple Rice Soy Milk as it's something I've never had before, even outside of a McDonald's.
Since it was served in the Big Breakfast/Hotcakes box, I guess it was intended to be eaten with a knife and fork. Sure, that could be possible for the eggs and sausage, but then what I was I then supposed to do with the bagel? It was toasted (but served cold), but I wasn't provided with with butter, nor margarine, to spread on the bagel. It was however served with a packet of Grape Jam (see top photo)...I've never put jam on a bagel before and wasn't about to start today, and since it was a pretty pathetic looking bagel to begin with, I wasn't going to eat it dry.
So I ended up turning the entire meal into a bagel sandwich...Which coincidentally is available in Canada.
To be completely honest, the Bagel Sandwich I concocted wasn't half bad, and could be a promo item of it's own, it was probably better than the actual NY Bagel Burger that I had in Taiwan last year. I was almost about to be a bit cheeky and thought I could then spread the Grape Jam all over my sandwich, but I opted against it as I was actually pretty hungry and wanted to enjoy as much of the meal as I could.
|Purple Rice Soy Milk (紫米豆漿) - McDonald's Hong Kong
Bagel Deluxe Breakfast (Bagel小麥圈早晨套餐) - 1/5
Purple Rice Soy Milk (紫米豆漿) - 2/5
|Here's The Wife's Twisty Pasta meal.


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How To Apply For A Personal Loan From Lending Club Or Prosper
The Lending Club and Prosper are both peer-to-peer investing and lending groups, and they are both fine options if you need a loan. They much prefer to give consolidation loans because they are safer, and the peer-to-peer companies are very safety conscious. The entire peer-to-peer lending industry depends on people trusting this new form of investment, and people will not trust them if they start making big losses.
Peer-to-peer companies such as the Lending Club and Prosper feel that consolidation loans are the safest because there is a higher chance the borrower will be able to repay the money. After all, a consolidation loan doesn't add to a borrower's monthly outgoings, it usually lowers them, which makes the borrower a safer applicant.
Why Peer-to-Peer Companies Like Giving Out Consolidation Loans
Just to clarify. If Beryl is paying $55 per month on one credit card, $88 per month on another credit card and $12 per month on her overdraft. If she takes out a consolidation loan, then all of those outgoings disappear, and a new outgoing appears for the consolidation loan's monthly payment. If the monthly payment is less than $155, then Beryl wins. If the loan is $155 or less, then Beryl is a safe investment for the peer-to-peer company since her lack of delinquent payments suggests she was doing okay paying out $155 per month before she took out the loan.
Applying For A Lending Club Loan
First you visit the Lending Club homepage and you try to find your rate. In a perfect world they would kick out a rate right away like a High Street bank does, but they have to look at your credit rating and such before giving you a confirmed rate. Nevertheless, it is a soft look at your credit rating that will not affect your credit rating.
You will need to know your credit rating, which can be easily found out these days because there are companies that give it away for free such as Credit Karma, Credit Sesame and so forth.
I'm a big fan of Credit Sesame myself for checking credit as it only takes about a minute to sign up at Credit Sesame (for free and no credit card, unlike some of the credit check companies) and you can see your Credit Score. They have a fully featured Android or iPhone App you can use too.
You didn't hear it from me, but some credit companies (not saying which), will not accept your application if you do not have more than $10,000 per year in disposable income. If you were making $30,000 per year, it may be wise to indicate that your budget only takes up $20,000 per year.
If you are accepted for a loan, you are given a rate. You are interested in the APR rate and not the misleadingly low interest rate. If your APR is very high, it may be worth working on your credit rating for six months and then trying again.
If your credit rating is okay and your credit history doesn't show anything too tragic, then the company will offer you a range of borrowing choices. It is fun looking through to see which you could apply for if you wanted.
Don't get too excited after you have picked your loan because you may still be turned down if your details are not as pleasant as the Lending Club thinks they should be. Below is a screenshot of the first page of the loan details section. After that, there is a long list of the main factors that the Lending Club uses to figure out if you are eligible for a loan. If you do not suit an application, then make a few changes before you apply.
The Things That Affect Your Lending Club Decision
When you apply for a loan with the Lending Club, these are the things that the staff claims the company looks at and considers. The staff we spoke to claim that they do not know which is more important than the other, but they did say that the most common reason for rejection was because an applicant's credit score (FICO) is below 600. Here are the factors they consider:
Your Credit History
If you have had a number of recent credit inquiries, then it makes your credit history look bad. If you have been declined recently, then it looks even worse.
Your Credit Score
This is the number that the credit rating agencies have judged you to be. It is how trustworthy you are when it comes to credit. The higher the score, then the higher the chances are you will be approved for a Lending Club loan. If you don't know your credit score, you can sign up in less than 90 seconds with Credit Sesame for free without a credit card to find it out.
Your Verifiable Income
Some online articles say your employed income, but the Lending Club staff told us that it is verifiable income, which may include trust funds, self-employed earnings and so forth.
Your Debt-To-Income Ratio
They say that they do not count your mortgage. Everything else, from your car payments to your credit cards, are counted. For example, if you are paid $1000 per month, and you pay $300 on debts, then your debt-to-income ratio is 30%, which means you may get a Lending Club loan.
Your Delinquency Number
Over 99% of the people approved for Lending Club loans had no delinquent payments on their credit reports over the last year. Over 79% of approved applicants had no delinquency over the last two years. In other words, delinquency is a big deal to the Lending Club and if your credit history shows that you miss payments, then you will not get a loan.
Your Delinquency Amount
If you are one of the lucky few who has gained a Lending Club even though you had payment delinquency on your credit history, the amount of delinquency matters. The average amount for approved applicants is $436. In other words, if you have had delinquent payments over the last few years, it had better be a very small amount.
Civil Judgment
The staff told us that over 2016, of all the people who applied with civil judgments on their credit history, only 21% were approved. In other words, if you have a civil judgment against you in the last 7 years, then you are unlikely to get a Lending Club loan.
Of all the people who applied for a Lending Club loan in 2016, only 2% had collections on their record. Over 98% of approved applicants have no collections whatsoever.
Medical Collections
The Lending Club obviously takes a hard line against people with collections on their record, but their approach is softer with medical collections. The staff told us this, but didn't give us any statistics to show how "soft" their approach was.
Tax Liens
Overall the people who were approved for Lending Club loans in 2016, only 2% had tax liens.
Lending Club – Final Thoughts
They take a hard line on collections, payment delinquency, and tax liens. They take a slightly softer line on medical collections and civil judgments. The company doesn't mind if you are in a lot of credit card debt, they like it if you have had a solid income for years, and a FICO score below 600 will disqualify you. The higher your FICO credit score is, then the better the interest rate is that you receive.
Getting A Loan With Prosper
As you will see below, the process for applying for a loan is not much different with Prosper as it is with the Lending Club. The only difference is that Prosper has an origination fee, which isn't very well explained, but I will discuss later. You start by getting your rate quote from the homepage.
Enter your details but be wary of entering your employment status if it is anything other than "Employed." Some will lead to an automatic rejection, and others lead you to a page where they say you either have to call, or that you are not eligible for some unknown reason. It is unfair that they make you sign up when they already know you will not qualify. They may as well tell you from the start.
Again, you are looking at the APR rate and not the interest rate. You may notice that your APR is higher with your Prosper loan than it is with your Lending Club loan. That is because a Prosper loan is easier to get.
Just like with the Lending Club, you get the giddy thrill of looking through their lending options and picking how much money you fancy. When you take your loan, they are going to charge you 5% of the loan as an origination fee, which is added onto your debt interest.
Just like with the Lending Club, the part where you enter your details may render your application as disqualified. Still, if that is the case with Prosper, it is probably the case with most lenders.
The Things That Affect Your Prosper Loan Decision
Getting a loan with Prosper is far easier than it is with the Lending Club. With the Lending Club there are things that will render your application dead upon arrival, but Prosper take a relaxed attitude to most things besides Bankruptcy.
Speaking Of Bankruptcy
Prosper will refuse your application if you filed within the last year, which is frankly fantastic. You would think it would be if you filed in the last 7 years, but they say it only counts over the last 12 months.
Credit Score
You need a score of over 640, but since there other acceptance factors are so loose, you can easily forgive them for wanting a slightly higher credit rating than the Lending Club.
Credit History
They don't like the usual nasty markers on your credit history, such as collections and the like, but what really hacks them off is credit inquiries. What is nutty is that their interpretations are less strict than the credit companies themselves. Most credit scoring companies will start lowering your credit rating if you have more than three credit enquiries in a 6-month period, but Prosper don't mind if you have up to seven within a 6-month period.
Open Accounts
They want to see that you have at least three open credit accounts. Just like with the Lending Club, it works in you favor if they are credit card accounts.
A Solid And Provable Income
They don't like people on benefits, unemployed, students, self-employed, retired or "Other." Frankly, they like people who are employed on a full-time basis and for longer than 6 months.
Debt-To-Income Ratio
The deal is the same as with the Lending Club, if your Debt-To-Income ratio is less than 50%, then you are in the clear for a successful application. If you earn $3000 per month, but you are paying $1600 per month on your debt, you will be denied a Prosper loan (mortgage payments don't count).
Conclusion – Both Are Great Options
It is true that Prosper has higher rates in general. However, if you have a good credit rating, the APR rate they give you will be very competitive. If you have a credit rating that is over 640, but your other application elements are not too hot, then Prosper it is. If your credit rating is a little lower, but you have no delinquencies and you run a tight ship, then the lower rates of the Lending Club are for you.
You may ask why people with great credit ratings would try for a Prosper loan if the APR will be worse than with the Lending Club, but there is a chance that Prosper will lend you more than the Lending Club, so there is a good reason for people with a high credit rating to try Prosper.
Both companies are fine options for borrowers, and you should seriously consider them before High Street banks, and certainly before money companies that are found online.


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Folder Size was already providing many options to export the folders and print their content but was missing an option to print the folder tree which is located on the left side of the application. The latest version provides an option to print folder sizes tree.
The new options for expanding and collapsing all subfolders are mainly related to this new feature. They should be useful when printing the folder tree in order to expand and collapse multiple folders quickly. Right-click a folder and select "Expand All Sub-folders". If you want to collapse a certain folder in the tree select "Collapse All Sub-folders". Using the "minus" icon can do this too, but it does not collapse the subfolders that are located inside.
Here is the complete change-log for this release – Folder Size What's New?
How To Print Folder Sizes?
The new feature is extremely easy to use.
- Firstly scan the drives or folders that you wish to print. The folder tree on the left-hand side of the application will list the results. Certainly it includes all the folder sizes too.
- Secondly, expand the folders that you want to print. Use the new options in the popup menu if you want to expand all subfolders.
- After that resize the "Folder Name" column in order to fit all the listed items. The easiest way to do this is to expand the desired folders and then double-click the separator between the "Folder Name" and "Folder Size" columns in the header. This will automatically expand the "Folder Name" column to the size of the longest folder path. If you have expanded too many folders then this operation may take some time – wait for it to complete.
- Once you have set the desired state for the folders to be printed select File->Print Folder Tree…
- As a result, the print preview window will be displayed. It provides all the options that were already available for printing files. Use the page orientation, print area, margins and all the other options that are listed to format the page.
Print Folder Sizes – Print Preview Settings
Here we will take a look at the options that are available in the print preview window.
- Open – Loads Print Preview file – *.ppv
- Save – Saves all the pages in the current Print Preview Window in a PPV file.
- Print To PDF – Select a file name to save the pages as PDF file.
- Save as a multi-frame TIFF image.
- Print – Will send the pages to the default printer.
- Printer Setup – Allows you to set up your printer options.
- Show Page Setup – provides options to set margins, paper size, and page orientation.
- Show printer's printable area – displays dotted red frame around the exact printable area
- Zoom Out, Zoom To, and Zoom – Use them to adjust the currently visible area of the page
- Toggle grayscale mode on or off
- Limit printing to one page horizontally – If you have long folder names the tool will print the folders tree to as many horizontal pages as required. Therefore, it allows you to stitch the pages and create a poster. You can limit printing to one page horizontally if required.
- The rest of the four buttons allow you to navigate through the pages. Likewise, the left side of the print preview includes thumbnails of the pages that you can use to navigate too.
Print Folder Sizes – Print To File Or Printer
Finally, after you have set everything up just hit the PRINT button to start printing. As a result, it will send the pages to your default printer. Certainly, a better choice is to print to file and go green. For example use the options to print to PPV (Print Preview), EMF, Multi-page TIFF or PDF file. You can print those files later if needed. There are many ways to print folders, but Folder Size makes things very easy.
Folder Size is a FREE tool aimed towards disk cleanup. Printing directory is the least it can do for you.


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W5D3 is frightening.
After a hellish day at the office, I came home and loaded up my phone with "high energy" music. (Watch 'em if you dare.)
When I got to the gym, they were playing hip hop as usual. Bizarre... I recognized the song. It was Weird Al's Amish Paradise. I listened a little more, and realized it wasn't-- it must've been the source music. There's an original? (OK, I looked it up. It's called Gangsta Paradise. Who knew? Now I'm wondering what an Amish gangsta would be like.)
I stretched, then made my way to the treadmill. By the way, I should note that 24 Hour Fitness sucks less than I originally thought. As it turns out, going to the gym somewhere between 10 p.m. and midnight works pretty well for me. At those hours, it's not the least bit crowded. My guest pass expires on Sunday, and I think I'll do the $300/2 year Costco thing.
So I climbed on the treadmill, and started the warmup. Walk walk walk. Walk some more. Walk. OK, this I could do all day, but that's not on the agenda. Just before the five-minute mark, I reached up and started increasing the speed, and noted my distance. Here we go!
The first two minutes weren't too bad. The third was boring, and I distracted myself by measuring my heart rate. I made it through the fourth and fifth minutes, and wanted to take a nap. Around the sixth minute, I amused myself by calculating exactly where the 1/3 mark was. Seven minutes, OK, past that point. Check your heart rate-- wow, 138, not too bad. Three more minutes to halfway. Run run run.
Ten minutes. I'm pretty sure I've never run more than this in my entire life. And I understand why-- this is boring. 11 minutes. 12. Only eight to go. I just did an eight-minute run two days ago, and I can do another. Pretend the last five minutes were walking. 13, check your heart rate again. 14, hey, how'd you get this far? 15. OK, this sucks. I hate this. But I'm 3/4 of the way there, so there's not a chance in hell I'm quitting. My calves are burning though. Grab a drink of water.
Sixteen minutes. 17. Only three minutes to go, and heeeeey, check that distance. You're just under a mile of running! Go go go. Ding, a mile! (Yes, a 17-minute mile. I said I was slow, didn't I?" Heart rate up to 141, not as bad as I feared. I really want to quit, but now I only have two minutes to go. Count to 72 twice, and you'll be done. I really want to quit, but there's not a chance in hell that I'm giving up now. One more minute. Run run run run... and you're done! 20 straight minutes. HOOOLLLEEEEEE CRAP!
When I started doing this, I said I wanted to run a mile by my 45th birthday. Well, I missed that by one month and one day, but I'm OK with that. I ran more than a fucking mile, nonstop, and I am not dead of teh runningz. I honestly never expected to make it this far.
I finished the cooldown walk, then did some jazz isolation exercises and stretches before heading home.
But, did I mention, I FUCKING RAN A WHOLE MOTHERFUCKING 2
Week 6 day 1 is looking pretty easy right now: run five minutes, walk three, run eight, walk three, run five, walk three. I did that a couple of days ago.


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Aldi are a verified member of the
Origin Green Programme
Emphasising its commitment to pursuing sustainable business practices, Aldi has signed up to the Origin Green sustainability charter and developed a comprehensive sustainability plan that sets out key sourcing, health and nutrition, social responsibility, waste emissions and energy targets.
Aldi has outlined 55 clear targets which will be independently verified by SGS (the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company) on an ongoing basis.
Established in 2012, Bord Bia's Origin Green is the world's first national food sustainability programme. It brings together national government, food producers and food retailers to achieve the common purpose of improving the sustainability of Ireland's food production system. Many of the 175 Irish suppliers Aldi partners with have committed to the programme also.
Learn more at origingreen.ie
Ireland's food and drink supply chain
is an integral part of our business. We're so proud to be acknowledged for our efforts in bringing our customers the highest quality ranges.
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27 Jan 2018 SSA Youth Participate in Inaugural National IRCC Convention
On January 27, SSA Management Committee Vice-Chairman Mr Lee Cheng Wee led a team of eleven SSA youth representatives to participate in the inaugural National Inter-Racial & Religious Confidence Circle (IRCC) Convention at the Suntec Convention Centre.
Organised by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, the convention serves as a platform for leaders from IRCCs, religious organisations and community groups to come together and be updated on key developments on cohesion building and efforts in fostering community resilience.
Ms Grace Fu, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, gave the Keynote Address to the crowd of 600 participants in attendance. Thereafter, Guest-of-honour President Halimah Yacob gave her Opening Address, urging Singaporeans of all races and religions to reach out to each other to forge a spirit of mutual respect. She added that it is the willingness to embrace the diversity of ethnicities and faiths that embodies Singapore's strength as a country and put it in good stead when confronted with crises such as a terrorism attack.
The second part of the event was held with five concurrent interactive breakout sessions which were facilitated by local and international community activists, communications experts from Facebook, as well as academics from the Institute of Policy Studies. A wide range of topics, such as managing threats which undermine social trust, addressing inconvenient questions on race and religion, building community resilience, as well as countering online extremism and youth radicalisation, were examined.
With respect for the dignity of life as the core concept, practitioners of Nichiren Buddhism believe that every individual possesses the inherent Buddha nature (the potential to achieve happiness) and must be respected for their humanity regardless of their differences. Reaffirming this belief system, the SSA representatives are determined to work together with the community to contribute to peace and harmony in Singapore.


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Bachelor's Degrees in General Criminal Justice
With a record number of people committing crimes and going to prison today, the demands on our criminal justice system are higher than ever. So if you're considering a career in criminal justice, your timing couldn't be better. Starting a career in criminal justice can start with getting a bachelor's degree in general criminal justice. A bachelor's degree in general criminal justice teaches you the legal and correction systems in the United States, the philosophy of punishment and deterrence of crimes, and the ethical codes of behavior with which to make use of this knowledge. A bachelor's degree in general criminal justice is a four-year degree that qualifies you for entry-level to mid-level work in criminal justice or can be used as a steppingstone to a graduate degree in criminal justice. After graduating with a a bachelor's degree in general criminal justice, you will be ready for a career in law enforcement, court administration, victim services, and corrections.
Bachelor's Degree in General Criminal Justice Success Factors
Earning a bachelor's degree in general criminal justice requires that you are able to take abuse without reacting, can manage many tasks at once, can work well alone and make a good team player, are calm under pressure, are very analytical and mathematically-minded, communicate effectively and are willing to invest yourself wholly into your work.
Bachelor's Degree in General Criminal Justice Specializations
When you earn a bachelor's degree in general criminal justice, you can specialize in a particular area of criminal justice, including social work, probation and parole, forensic science, law, corrections, police work, and private security. Your area of specialization should match your career aspirations.
Bachelor's Degree in General Criminal Justice Curriculum
The courses you take while earning a bachelor's degree in general criminal justice include corrections facilities management, crime scene forensics, criminal law, social work, computer forensics, and police work, along with general courses in math, science, and humanities. No special license is required for most criminal justice professions, yet special training and coursework is required to become a police officer or a federal agent, among others. Correctional officers and security guards who work as guards at state and federal prisons typically do not need a college degree unless the job involves a supervisory position.
General Criminal Justice Jobs
A bachelor's degree in general criminal justice is typically the minimum educational requirement for work in the field of criminal justice. Criminal justice professionals typically work on police forces, court systems, correctional facilities, or in related agencies. Other criminal justice careers include industrial security specialist, private investigator, CIA agent, coroner, criminal investigator, criminologist, FBI agent, computer forensic expert, forensic specialist, court administrator, court clerk, district attorney, law clerk, corrections facilities manager, prison guard, warden, airport security officer, border patrol agent, deportation officer, drug enforcement agent, fish and game warden, park ranger, sheriff, body guard, detective, law librarian, lawyer, litigation manager, paralegal, pre-trial service investigator, child support agency worker, child welfare caseworker, community service coordinator, juvenile court counselor, substance abuse counselor, victim service specialist, youth advocate, parole officer, penologist, probation officer, fingerprint specialist, military officer, naval investigator, public security officer, secret service agent, Postal Service investigator, customs agent, and U.S. marshal.


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- Indigestion
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- Teething
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Pharmacists and chemists play a key role in providing quality healthcare to patients.
You do not need an appointment to see a pharmacist and most pharmacies will have a private consulting room or a quiet area where you can discuss your symptoms if you wish.
They can also help you decide if you need to see a doctor, or whether to use any other type of local NHS service.


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Volunteers work to save rural heritage of Lebanon's 'most beautiful villages'
BEIRUT - Alarmed by rampant urbanisation, which is defacing many of Lebanon's villages, the founders of "Les plus Beaux Villages du Liban" (pbvliban) — the Most Beautiful Villages of Lebanon — are helping preserve what is left of the country's rural heritage and its millennia-old culture.
The initiative, part of the global "Most Beautiful Villages of the World," works to safeguard the traditions that have shaped villages of Lebanon's mountains and coast and promoting sustainable tourism, said Maguy Khoubbieh, pbvliban president and co-founder.
"Today, more than ever, there is a need for such an initiative to recognise the value of Lebanese villages and preserve their exceptional heritage," Khoubbieh said. "These villages are threatened by an extensive urbanisation and the lack of protection laws and poor collective development initiatives and they might lose their uniqueness."
"There is somehow a systematic destruction of the built heritage, notably the old traditional Lebanese houses. Also, quarries are popping up here and there and there is no law to protect all that."
Inspired by Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, Khoubbieh, her husband Albert Kostanian and a friend Joy Homsi joined the global network, which includes Spain, Italy, Quebec, Wallonia and Japan.
To qualify as "most beautiful" a village must meet criteria covering architectural, historic, environmental and cultural heritage.
"Every country adopts its own criteria. We cannot be as strict as in France, where they have laws to protect heritage though we are quite firm in Lebanese standard," Khoubbieh said. Once a village earns the label, it must maintain its qualification or the honour would be withdrawn.
"It is a continuous process and follow-up work. Every two-three years the villages are re-evaluated to check if they still deserved the label or if they are eligible for upgrading," she said.
Pbvliban has granted the label to 63 villages across Lebanon. Khoubbieh and her "colleagues" spent two years on the road assessing the different villages before drawing the list of those that qualified.
"We checked the number of traditional red-tiled stone houses, the proportionality and homogeneity between old and new buildings, the existence of landmark or exceptional buildings like ancient churches or palaces, the green areas, the cultural activities in the village, accommodation facilities, cleanliness et cetera."
Response from municipalities to the initiative was "great," Khoubbieh said.
"This label will encourage municipalities and residents to preserve their environment, will serve as a rampart against the destruction of villages and will materialise their commitment to their unique heritage," she said.
The qualified villages are highlighted through signs bearing the label's logo and are placed on the map of pbvliban's website with information on their history, attractions and activities.
Charbel Ghosn, mayor of Dlebta, a labelled village in the Kesrouan area of Mount Lebanon, said he hopes the qualification would attract more visitors to the village.
"We are proud to have this label, which has a big moral value," he said. "Our advantage is that we are close to big cities like Beirut and Jounieh and still preserved the character of the village."
Strict construction rules are applied, Ghosn said. No more than 2- or 3-storey buildings are allowed and 80% of the house structure should be in stone and covered with red-tiled roofs.
"The challenge is to keep the label by having development geared towards maintaining the character of the village. We are preserving our greenery and trying to maintain a healthy environment for our society," he said.
Historical Hardine in northern Lebanon "deserves" the highest-graded label bearing three oaks, which it was awarded, said village Mayor Ramza Assaf. "God has granted us a beautiful nature and we are set on preserving it and keeping the village authentic and virgin."
Founded in 1250BC, Hardine boasts archaeological sites, including a Roman temple that was damaged in an earthquake and 30 monasteries and caves that served as refuges for early Christians.
"The government has been negligent in preserving Hardine. A village like this can be easily turned into an open-air museum," Assaf said, adding: "We really deserve the label."
Pbvliban's volunteers, including architects, artists, landscapers and tourism experts, are committed to help municipalities appreciate and highlight their local heritage.
The self-funded initiative, however, cannot continue without financial support, Khoubbieh said. "We definitely need sponsors. That is why we are seeking enterprises and individuals who want to associate their name to the preservation of our national heritage."
"I always tell people around me why you need to travel abroad when you can easily travel in your own country which has beauty, history and culture," she added.


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Why is mobility important?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally more than 1 billion people have a disability, with 80 percent of those people living in less-resourced countries. WHO further estimates that 75 million people around the world need wheelchairs for mobility. Without mobility, people with disabilities (PWD) are less likely to attend school, will have fewer employment opportunities and have far higher rates of poverty and poor health.
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When it comes to wheelchairs, fit matters. Most wheelchair users spend a minimum of 8-10 hours per day in their chair. A properly fitting wheelchair helps a person feel more comfortable, breathe and eat easier, and interact more with his or her environment.
People from less-resourced countries frequently rely on donations or charitable services, which often focus on provision of large quantities of hospital-style wheelchairs designed for temporary use. Similar scenarios are common in disaster response programs. These wheelchairs are not adjustable, generally do not come with cushions, and are often not appropriate for the user or their environment. Worse still, a poorly fitted wheelchair can cause secondary health complications like pressure ulcers, or even lead to premature death.
El Salvador: Romina's Story
Born with spina bifida, Romina might easily have spent her life on the sidelines. Although she has a devoted family who were able to get her a wheelchair, it was far too big, meaning she was unable to reach the wheels or move around independently.
Fortunately, a clinician at a local rehabilitation center close to where Romina lives in El Salvador, had received training from UCP Wheels for Humanity staff. Using a Liberty pediatric wheelchair, manufactured by UCP Wheels, he custom fit it specifically for Romina, enabling her to sit comfortably, reach the wheels and move around on her own.
Romina was the first wheelchair user to enroll at her school, where her joyfulness and charisma quickly made her one of the most popular kids in class. Known throughout her community as simply, La Reina (Queen), Romina now loves to dance, act and take part in local parades. A second child who uses a wheelchair has enrolled at Romina's school, and the local mayor has found funding to make the town more accessible to wheelchair users - including paving the road outside Romina's home.
At the tender age of 6, Romina has had a more positive impact on her community than many people do in a lifetime - breaking down barriers and challenging perceptions that keep many people with disabilities excluded from society.
Why isn't it enough to just give a person a properly fitted wheelchair?
Wheelchair users need training so they can learn how to use their chair safely and effectively. With no training, it's a little like asking someone to drive a car when they've never had a driving lesson. Wheelchair users need to understand how to maintain their chair, how to transfer themselves safely to and from their chair, and how to prevent pressure ulcers, which can develop into life threatening infections - a primary cause of death among wheelchair users.
And just like cars, there are also many types of wheelchairs, with many accessories. Trained personnel are essential for ensuring the wheelchair user receives the chair that best suits their individual needs. Research shows that without proper fitting and maintenance, wheelchairs are often abandoned, of little benefit or, at worst, actually harmful to the user.
What type of training do we provide?
We have a variety of training courses including:
- Training physical therapists and rural health workers in two Wheelchair Service Training Packages (Basic and Intermediate) that emphasize eight critical steps for appropriate wheelchair services. These service packages are based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for the Provision of Wheelchairs in Less Resourced Settings.
- A Training of Trainers course to educate qualified trainers to deliver the Wheelchair Service Training Packages in their local communities.
- Wheelchair skills and maintenance training for users and their caregivers.
- Certified wheelchair technician training to provide sustainable service support for wheelchair users.
- Evidence-based physical therapy training to improve clinical capacity in less-resourced settings.
Indonesia: Susila's Story.
Susila contracted polio as a child, which left him with severe disabilities. As a pre-teen, he was thrilled to receive a wheelchair - except that it was an adult-sized chair, made for temporary use. To reach the wheels and move himself, Susila had to contort his body to grab the rear tire with his left hand, and then reach down with his right hand to grab the front right caster. As result of doing this day in and day out, his spine twisted permanently. Now he has a range of skeletal and muscular problems, compounded by related organ and digestion issues.
Remarkably, none of this has stopped Susila from living an active life. Since 2010, he's participated in the annual Bali Wheelchair Marathon, winning the event in 2016. The prize was a custom marathon racing wheelchair and a sum of money, which he spent on a three-wheeled motorbike that allows him to travel independently to his job as a mural painter.
For daily life, Susila uses a chair manufactured by UCP Wheels called the Expression - a lightweight, durable, easily transportable chair that has a sleek look that appeals to young, active-users like Susila. UCP Wheels trains therapists to custom-fit chairs for exact body size, physical and environmental needs.
Had he had access to a custom-fitted, high quality chair like the Expression sooner, it is likely that many of Susila's secondary health conditions would not have occurred. But Susila is focused on the future not the past. He's a participant in Wheelchair Users Voice, a research study being conducted by UCP Wheels in Indonesia and Nicaragua that tracks how and when PWDs are using their wheelchairs. And Susila is an advocate for disability rights. "I want the government to make Bali's public transportation accessible to wheelchair users," he says. "Currently, there are many wheelchair users who really can't go anywhere."
Disability rights are human rights
The right to be recognized as a person before the law is one of the most basic and fundamental human rights. With the 2006 adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities (PWDs) are now better supported to realize their human rights.
There are still many reasons, including environmental and cultural barriers, that prevent people with disabilities from fully participating in economic and social life. As a result, PWDs often have lower living standards and higher rates of poverty because they are excluded from educational and employment opportunities. The World Bank estimates that 80-90% of PWD in less-resourced countries are unemployed, and UNESCO estimates that as many as 90% of children with disabilities do not attend school. Additionally, PWD often face social stigma, leaving them excluded or severely restricted from participating in their communities.
What kind of advocacy work do we do?
In collaboration with people with disabilities, we work closely with governments at local and national levels to build sustainable health systems that better serve the needs of PWDs. Our work includes initiatives that:
- Integrate the provision of wheelchairs and other assistive devices into health and insurance systems.
- provide the necessary products and training to health personnel to make sure that equipment can be provided safely and sustainably.
- strengthen the rehabilitation sector, and the provision of wheelchair services to create and enforce standards for care and protocols for services.
- partner with institutions of Higher Education to improve the provision of service provision globally, and explore how technology can increase opportunity and independence for people with disabilities.
Our efforts have been recognized through our accredited membership to the Conference of States Parties to the UNCRPD.
Indonesia: Sri's Story
At the age of 23, Sri was in an accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. Her family, hoping that her spinal cord injury could be cured, sent her to medicinal healers, a common practice in Indonesia. She lived in the jungle for 7 months, until she returned to her parents home, malnourished and near death. Resigned to the permanence of her injury, she did not leave home for the next 12 years.
Then, in 2007, as part of a wheelchair clinic in Solo, Indonesia, UCP Wheels delivered Sri a wheelchair, and her first taste of independence. Shortly thereafter, she received a modified motorcycle from a local agency, which gave her the ability to travel longer distances. Emboldened by the opportunity to be employed, Sri began working with people with disabilities, volunteering with visually impaired students and injured earthquake victims.
In 2008, UCP Wheels started a program in Indonesia and seeing Sri's enthusiasm, thoughtfulness and empathy, hired her as a social worker, her first paid job since her accident 16 years prior. Today Sri uses her modified motorcycle to visit clients throughout the region and draws on her experience as a wheelchair-user to identify and support UCP Wheels clients.
Sri has also become a vocal advocate and spokesperson for disability rights. To demonstrate the capabilities of people with disabilities, she has ridden her modified motorcycle over 900 miles across Indonesia in a 'Journey to Inspire' that was covered extensively by the Indonesian media. Along the way, she met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, to discuss the pressing need for wheelchairs, accessible spaces, and most of all, support within the healthcare system for the 2.5 million people with disabilities in Indonesia.
Why is mobility about more than just a wheelchair?
Receiving a properly fitted wheelchair and appropriate therapeutic training is just the beginning. Through our programming we aim to break down barriers and create opportunities for full inclusion and participation in society, so that wheelchair users are empowered to fully express themselves.
How do we help empower people with disabilities?
Our empowerment programs link people with disabilities to local resources that can help them realize their personal abilities and capabilities. Training highlights the importance of school enrollment, social integration and activity in the community.
These include:
- Employment training that focuses on building professional/vocational skills.
- Small business training and seed funding.
- Employer sensitization trainings to encourage workplace diversity.
- Support groups for parents and caregivers.
- Peer-to-peer mentorship and independent living training.
Ukraine: Victor's Story
Our program team in Ukraine, together with Ukraine's National Assembly of PWD (NAPD), conducts professional and vocational trainings, employer sensitization trainings, and small business trainings. Participants of the latter are eligible to enter a mini-grant competition, which provides winners with funding to start their own businesses.
Victor, a wheelchair user who was forced to flee his home with his family because of the Ukraine Russia conflict, was one of those winners. This is his story.
Now a resident of the small town of Mykolaivka, in the Donetsk Oblast region of Ukraine, Victor's business certainly proves the old adage that the way to a person's heart is through their stomach.
With the help of funding from the mini-grant competition, Victor, wife Olena, sons Sergiy and Mykola, and his mother-in-law Valentyna, were able to start not just a family business but a new life, baking delicious dumplings, ravioli and pastries. The demand was so great that to improve productivity Victor applied for further funding through NAPD, which allowed him to buy a refrigerator, oven, blender and kitchen scales.
Not only have Victor and his family found a stable source of income, they have also found a welcoming new home. Describing his satisfaction, Victor says, "I'm happy to have an opportunity to do my favorite thing. It is a great pleasure to feed our fellow villagers and to hear words of praise from them. Thank you very much from all of the family to the program team that encouraged my participation, shared their important private enterprise knowledge, and provided constant moral support."


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$7.66m blue and white Chinese Dragon Jar breathes life into Asian Art auction
$7.66m blue and white Chinese Dragon Jar breathes life into Asian Art auction
The vase, sold at Bonhams, is the latest piece bearing the mark of Qianlong to cause excitement
A blue and white porcelain Dragon jar sold for $7,658,000 in the Fine Asian Works of Art sale on Monday December 13th at Bonhams & Butterfields in San Francisco. The 360-lot sale brought more than $19m with the vast majority of the lots fetching multiples of their estimates.
The excitement in the standing-room-only saleroom was palpable, as determined bidders on the telephone and in the audience fought to win the much-coveted jar. Brooke Sivo, the sale's principal auctioneer and a 22-year veteran of the art world, expertly guided the bidding along until it culminated in the record price.
There was much anticipation and deliberation over the Dragon jar. Following careful pre-sale research and consultation, the firm described the jar conservatively as Qianlong Mark, Late Qing/Republic Period and gave it a pre-sale estimate of $10,000-15,000.
Ultimately, two key investors backed their own judgment and the Dragon jar sold for a remarkable $7,658,000.
Qianlong blue white porcelain vase
Dessa Goddard, Vice President and Director, Asian Works of Art, commented, "The jar proved to be a puzzle for several clients with whom I spoke who all declared it to be unique. Without a consensus of opinion we felt obliged to be cautious with our attribution. Needless to say, we are elated that the jar achieved such a spectacular price. Its sale provided a fantastic slice of auction drama that our clients and staff will remember for many years to come."
The blue and white porcelain jar measures an impressive 14 inches high and is decorated with bands of plantain leaves, waves, and a cloud-collar at the waisted neck and broad shoulders. The sides are densely painted with six meticulously rendered five-clawed dragons portrayed emerging from crashing waves and flying amid stylized clouds and flames.
Regular readers and others following the market will no doubt be aware that antique Chinese vases and collectibles from the reign of Qianlong have been achieving extraordinary prices repeatedly over the past few years, notably the world record at Bainbridge.
Additional highlights from the sale included: a gilt copper alloy and colored glass overlay model of an elephant, 19th/20th Century (sold for $1,834,000); a set of eighteen carved ivory luohan, 19th Century (sold for $506,000); a pair of hanging scroll paintings titled "Morning Glories and Gourds" by Qi Baishi (sold for $458,000) anda rare carved rhinoceros horn libation cup, 17th/18th Century (sold for $386,000).
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The process of merger of its five associate banks in State Bank of India (SBI) has been better than the central government's expectations. In such a situation, the government does not intend to stop the merger work in public sector banks for longer days. The top officials of the finance ministry are saying that the merger proposal will come from the banks, but the fact is that the files are moving forward at very fast due to the merger of some banks in the banking department. Under this, the merger of the three major banks led by Punjab National Bank (PNB), Canara Bank and Bank of India (BOI) will go forward.
Official sources say that the government is not increasingly aggressively merging, but it is true that now it is not even thought of hanging for longer days. The misconceptions about the bank merger have ended with meeting colleagues in SBI. Under the leadership of PNB, Canara Bank and BOI, the process can move forward on three separate mergers and acquisition proposals. Whose announcement will be announced first in it, it will be decided after discussions at its level between the banks. But within the next few weeks this important announcement can be made in this context. Yes, it is certain that no weaker bank will be imposed on any strong bank. In a strong bank, if a bank with better prospects of small or middle level is merged, then it can give better results.
In the first phase, the number of 21 existing government banks is going up further with the idea of reducing the number to 12. In the first phase, it will also be seen that the way to merge the banks of the same type of technology (IT infrastructure) will be opened. Banks will not have much difficulty in establishing a synergy with this. This will complete the merger process soon. In the second phase, the number of these banks can be reduced. The Government believes that there is no need for more than 5-6 government banks in the country.
The plans for merger of government banks in the country are being considered for 15 years. On the instructions of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government, the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) had prepared a proposal in the year 2003-04. But given the unions' heavy opposition, the government could not move forward. After that, former Finance Minister P Chidambaram in the UPA-II had prepared a draft of the merger of all other government banks in six banks by a committee constituted under the chairmanship of then finance secretary Ashok Chawla. For the first time, its two associate banks were merged in SBI. But the matter was again hanging. Now Finance Minister Arun Jaitley himself is taking the mergers in government banks as priority.


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Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Great holiday gift ideas from Best Buy
Santa's Zany, Wacky, Just Not Right Night Before Christmas
Monday, December 15, 2014
Cameras and Camcorders Galore at Best Buy
Monday, November 24, 2014
Singing Machine
Singing Machine
*I received a product sample to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
Singing is a hot trend right now. There are so many TV shows, movies and talented musicians making it big with YouTube and singing competition shows today. Singing Machine's new portable SML385 karaoke system is the perfect way to get in on the action.
This karaoke system also makes a great gift. My 10 yr old received it as a birthday present but with Christmas coming up it makes a great gift for that as well. This would apply to all ages as there is a variety of music.
Saturday, November 22, 2014
Your Core
*I received a product sample to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
Your Core is a wonderful book for young children. Explaining souls to young children is hard because it is a hard concept to grasp. Callie Grant explains it beautifully on a child's level in this book. The illustrations by Missi Jay are colorful and catchy.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Boogie Wipes
*I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
I know I hate it when I have a stuffy or runny nose and my nose gets really chapped from wiping it so much. I am sure it is worse for kids.
Both of my girls deal with allergies year round. That may be from living in Texas and the crazy changing weather but we deal with it.
I love Boogie Wipes in my classroom and quite a few of the parents love them too. They really do make wiping the nose easier.
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Kids Sleep Giveaway
Sunday, October 12, 2014
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Sunday, September 14, 2014
10monkeys Giveaway
Books for Kids
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My girls have become big fans of these books. They are both informative and fun!
The NEW BIG Book of Why
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TIME For Kids: The NEW BIG Book of Why Crazy, Cool & Outrageous answers the questions that kids commonly ask and adults can rarely answer. Why are our eyes different colors? Why do we put candles on a birthday cake? Why do we high five our friends? Why do elephants have big ears?
Sunday, September 7, 2014
GattiTown Austin Review
Sponsored by GattiTown and Austin Kids Guide.
We had the opportunity to head out to GattiTown in Austin for their Back to School Bash.
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Crabtree & Evelyn Manicure and Pedicure
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With warm weather upon us, Crabtree & Evelyn has the perfect La Source hand and foot products to treat yourself to a luxurious spa manicure and pedicure in your home.
From Ultra-moisturising Hand Therapy and Foot Remedy to soften and smooth, to Nail and Cuticle Therapy to protect nails and soften cuticles, Crabtree & Evelyn has the essentials to keep hands and feet perfectly pampered. Top off your manicure and pedicure with C&E Nail Lacquer; a splash of colour gives beautiful, healthy-looking hands and feet a fabulous finishing touch.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
When you want only the best in food, fun and family entertainment, GattiTown is where it's at. Eat, play and party at GattiTown!
Monday, August 4, 2014
Guardians of the Galaxy
We went and watched Guardians of the Galaxy this weekend and we were impressed. It was much better than I thought it would be. Action filled and funny too!
Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy" finds space adventurer Peter Quill the object of a bounty hunt after stealing an orb coveted by a treacherous villain, but when Quill discovers the power it holds, he must find a way to rally the quartet of ragtag rivals hot on his trail to save the universe.
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Saturday, August 2, 2014
Kids Academy Apps
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Kids are using technology so much! Kids Academy makes finding the right app for your preschool child easy. Kids Academy has a variety of apps to choose from. I am going to tell you about 3 of them.
Sunday, July 13, 2014
Baby's First Book Blocks
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Baby's First Book Blocks is a series of mini board books designed to entice infants to focus and develop their visual acuity. Featuring high-contrast colors, eye-catching shapes, and colorful patterns, these chunky little books also incorporate the latest scientific research about vision development, making for the perfect introductory baby books.
Just a few minutes a day of looking at and exploring the shapes and colors will help babies to develop visual skills and also provides a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to interact with baby.
Saturday, July 12, 2014
Dollie & Me on Zulily
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Dollie & Me $9.99 and under sale on zulily 7/12-7/15:
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Friday, July 11, 2014
License Plate Find-It Game
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License Plate Find-It Game from Little Passports
You're packing up the car with bags, swimwear, card games and coloring books. You have just about everything you need for a magical driving adventure. How about a road trip game that everyone can enjoy? Little Passports, a global online learning adventure, has put together the License Plate Find-It Game that you can take along on your trip (Don't worry Dad, this won't take up any space. Promise!) and spend many miles seeking out the states and having fun as you go.
Monday, July 7, 2014
10monkeys Math World
Kids are using technology more & more. They are not only using it at school but at home too. It really has become a part of their everyday lives. So, turning to a website to help kids learn and practice math seems like the perfect approach. I've found an awesome site that is tablet friendly to help your kids from kindergarten through third grade practice their math skills and maybe learn some new ones.
Memebox Scentbox Grapefruit
Memebox is currently the #1 beauty box provider in Korea that has arrived here in the US and other countries just recently! They strive to bring you only the most trusted, best-loved Korean beauty products at everyday prices. Korean cosmetics are renowned for their high quality and efficacy.
Memebox is not a monthly subscription program so you choose the boxes you want. Some of the boxes do sell out fast but they are releasing new boxes all the time.
Sunday, July 6, 2014
*I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
As farmers and gardeners, we are dedicated to creating handmade, high-quality, affordable and unique items for our customers. Our soaps and holistic products are made with only the freshest organic ingredients like buttermilk, Shea Butter and sun-dried herbs. Our mission can be summed up in three simple words:
1. Quality
2. Courtesy
3. Craftsmanship
Being a small, family-run business, our aim is to leave our children and grandchildren a planet that they'll be proud to claim as their own. Healthy living is a conscious choice and choosing to live holistically is Nature's calling.
Let's get back to Nature with SoapMuffin.
Saturday, July 5, 2014
Baby Mantra Calming Lotion
*I received a product sample to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
Made in the U.S.A from top quality all-natural and organic ingredients, Baby Mantra hosts an entire product line of baby lotions, baby oils, Mommy Body butter, shampoo & body wash. These products safeguard baby soft skin by forming a natural barrier to lock in moisture and guarantee soft, supple, healthy skin for years to come.
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Additional 40% Off at Tea's Semi-Annual Sale
**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.
This is it, Tea Collection's Semi-Annual Sale is going all out and marking sale items down an additional 40% off starting today (7/3) and ending Monday (7/7). Sweet dresses, tees, onesies and more all filled with the rich colors and intricate patterns of faraway Morocco. Simply use the promo code: MORE40 when you checkout. Don't wait, styles will sell out as the sale is almost over. Have fun shopping!
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
North American Herb and Spice
*I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
North American Herb and Spice was founded in 1999 by Judy Kay Gray, MS with the idea that nourishment from raw whole foods is the key to maintaining optimal health. Today those founding ideals serve as the foundation for more than 130 unique products, formulations that are highly nourishing and naturally powerful.
I have been using and looking into more natural products for my family. In my search I have been seeing a lot of good info about Oregano. So when I was contacted to try some of North American Herb and Spice's oregano products I jumped at the chance.
Wordless Wednesday
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Mabel's Labels Back-To-School
Now that school is out and kids are off to camp, are you looking around your house and wondering where all of the water bottles, hooded jackets and that extra pair of sneakers disappeared to? Get a jump on the back and forth of belongings before school starts up again, and take advantage of Mabel's Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing. Whether you select the bestselling Mabel's Labels Ultimate Back-to-School Combo or the new Mabel's Labels Stylish Scholars Combo , you'll receive 108 tags that are UV resistant, waterproof, dishwasher and microwave safe—perfect to track everything from tablets to bento boxes. And, if you purchase in July, you spend only $39 per combo pack (regularly $42). Take advantage of Mabel's Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing and secure yourself some peace of mind before the school year begins.
Monday, June 30, 2014
Bash and the Chicken Coop Caper
*I received a product sample to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
-About the book:Mysterious footprints in the snow. Vanishing mittens, misplaced eggs. A pink, purple, and orange paisley sleeping bag on the move. Something's definitely amiss in the chicken coop, and wackiness runs amok on Bash Hinglebobb's blizzard-blasted farm. While Bash is inventing such contraptions as a snowball catapult from inner tubes and underwear, his cousin Beamer Boxby, a city kid at heart, must help newcomer Lauren Rodriguez figure out why God lets horrible things happen to good people. Can Bash's Farmin' and Fishin' Book (the Bible) be believed when it says, "We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God"? What about when fire rolls through an animal building. Or when a kid's lost her dad? It's time to find out—with a little help from an ice-skating pig.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Good Earth Beauty
*I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
I am always looking for products that are better for my family so I jumped at the chance to try a few products from Good Earth Beauty.
Good Earth Beauty is a unique beauty shop carrying only natural and organic products that are NOT tested on animals. All products are chosen and personally tested by the staff. Product lines include Cosmetics, Bath & Body, Hair Care, items for Babies, Pets, and more.
I was able to try out a few products from Good Earth Beauty's Exclusive line.
Friday, June 27, 2014
Probelle Nail Polish
*I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
I am a preschool teacher which means I am constantly washing my hands. I am always looking for ways to make my nails stronger and prevent breakage. I was super excited to try Probelle Touch n' Grow nail hardeners.
Little Passports
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Get Ready for Back to School with Little Passports
As summer kicks off and families enjoy pool time, summer vacations and more, Little Passports is working to get their explorers ready for back to school time. Keep the journey of Sam and Sophia going with new personalized products perfect for keeping kids organized as they embark on another year of learning. Choose from a Little Passports Back to School Bundle for only $19.95, which features a folder, notebook and 5 bookmarks or a Little Passports Premium Lunchbox and Chalkboard for only $29.95 with a fun chalkboard inside to write hand-written notes. Even better, pick up both! These items are only available for a limited-time so order today!
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Wordless Wednesday
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Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Mr. Pete, Where Are Your Feet?
*I received an electronic copy to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.
Mr. Pete, Where Are Your Feet? by Katherine Bartlett is a children's book with an awesome story. This book is based on the authors pet birds and one of them was born with feet that are different from other birds. In the story he figures out that he is different. He is worried that his Mom won't love him but quickly finds out that's just not true. She loves him just the way he is.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Organic Slammers
Healthy snacks that are easy to take on the go are hard to find so when I was contacted to review organic Slammers I jumped at the chance.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Summer Travel Sweepstakes
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Summer Travel Sweepstakes with Little Passports
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Wordless Wednesday
I See Me Summer Reading Sweepstakes
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Wordless Wednesday
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Tea Collection's Semi-Annual Sale
Saturday, June 7, 2014
The Boodle Box June 2014
*Sponsored by the Boodle Box
Who doesn't love to get mail? I know I do and so do my kids. There are so many options for subscription boxes for Mom and Dad but not so many for the kids. That's why I was so excited to find the Boodle Box.
The Boodle Box comes in 2 categories ages 5-10 and 11+. You can choose how long you want to sign up 1 month, 3 month, 6 month or a year - the longer the subscription the better the price. 1 month is $24.99 and it goes down from there.
I was sent the Boodle One box for ages 5-10 (this was sent to me to review - all opinions are my own). This was perfect since my girls are 6 and 9.
The Boodle Box comes with a super fun design.
Ecocentric Mom May/June 2014 Mom Box
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Wordless Wednesday
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
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Monday, June 2, 2014
Teacher Appreciation
I love my daughters teachers and they really deserve to feel appreciated especially at the end of the year. Summer is coming and school is almost out I thought I would share some teacher appreciation gifts we've done.
Sunday, June 1, 2014
Birchbox Review - April
Birchbox is $10 a month for 4-6 hand-picked beauty and lifestyle samples. The neat thing is you can review the samples you receive on a monthly basis and earn points in their shop. Each product review gives you 10 points and 100 points is $10. So they can add up pretty fast.
I had signed up with Birchbox a year ago but wasn't impressed so I canceled. I didn't realize they had the point system though and decided to try again when I learned about it.


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derrekr has released a new version of the homebrew clone of "Sonic Robo Blast 2" for the nintendo 3DS.
A port of Sonic Robo Blast 2 to the Nintendo New3DS/2DS consoles.
Download srb2_3ds from the latest release on Github and extract the files to /3ds/srb2_3ds on your SD card.
Download SRB2's game files here or from srb2.org and extract them to /3ds/srb2_3ds as well. You may also copy the files to the root directory, but make sure config.cfg is located in the same directory as the game files.
Make sure you have dumped your DSP firmware and dspfirm.cdc is present.
Building requires 3ds-sdl and 3ds-sdl_mixer to be installed (use devkitPro's pacman).
Known Issues/Limitations
Does NOT run on o3DS devices. The Nintendo New3DS' HW allows higher CPU clock frequencies and adds another layer of cache. On o3DS it's extremely laggy and would probably require modifications to the level design in order to run it at a decent FPS.
No stereoscopic 3D rendering
No support for MIDI music
No netplay
Lower screen isn't really used
Missing walls (general OpenGL mode issue in srb2)
CEZ2 is extremely laggy
Thanks to fincs, WinterMute, Monster Iestyn, Sryder, AlamTaz, Steel Titanium for help with development. Thanks to profi200, fincs and WinterMute for testing.
download https://github.com/derrekr/srb2_3ds
via https://www.nintendomax.com/viewtopic.php?f=132&t=16891


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Dental cleaning (prophylaxis) by a dental hygienist at specified intervals is intended to remove plaque, calculus (mineralized plaque) and stains that still develop even with careful brushing and flossing, especially in areas that are difficult for people to clean at home. A typical maintenance cleaning for a healthy person includes scaling with hand instruments and tooth polishing.
For someone who has not had dental care for an extended period of time, or who tends to accumulate heavy deposits and staining, mechanized ultrasonic instruments may be used. This is a device that uses high frequency vibration and water spray to remove deposits from the teeth.
For most healthy people, having the teeth professionally cleaned twice annually will suffice. More frequent cleaning and examination may be necessary for those whose home care is poor, who have rapid accumulation of plaque and calculus or have deep periodontal pockets due to periodontitis.
Between cleanings by a dental hygienist, good oral hygiene practices that thoroughly remove plaque and stimulate the oral tissues are essential for preventing decay, gingivitis and periodontal disease.


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Premiership rugby returns after a five-month hiatus on Friday, and while the league positions are the same, the personnel are quite different.
Some big stars have joined the league, others have left and there have been some high-profile transfers, with most deals going through on 1 July.
It leaves a unique situation of squads built for the 2020-21 season playing out the elongated 2019-20 campaign.
Add to that the coronavirus pandemic which wreaked havoc on the finances of Premiership clubs – leading to the salary cap being cut by £1.4m per club from 2021-22, and a scramble to get players re-signed before new rules came into force.
So which team has had the best summer and which clubs need to worry?
Bristol's all-stars
Does anyone have a more star-studded line-up than Bristol? Boasting a squad which already had Charles Piutau, Nathan Hughes and Steve Luatua, they have gone big this summer.
England prop Kyle Sinckler has joined from Harlequins to boost the front row, while star Fiji winger Semi Radradra brings even more power to a terrifying back division.
"I think he's the most devastating attacking player in world rugby. It takes two or three people to stop him," England and Harlequins scrum-half Danny Care said of Radradra.
He told the BBC's Rugby Union Weekly podcast: "You've got him and Charles Piutau in the back line and I think they're going to be pretty special. They've got every chance of going all the way this year."
Add to that the club's two Saracens loanees – highly rated fly-half Max Malins and England flanker Ben Earl – and this looks like a squad that could go all the way.
The Bears have also lost relatively few frontline players – former Ireland fly-half Ian Madigan the highest profile departure, moving to Ulster.
Manu moves north to bolster Sale
Manu Tuilagi's future was the big summer saga after the England centre refused a revised deal from Leicester.
Sale offered the World Cup finalist a new home which allows him to keep his England eligibility, and he joins a side that further strengthened in midfield with the signing of long-time Exeter battering ram Sam Hill.
Like Bristol, Sale retained all of their big names after agreeing revised deals – among them Faf de Klerk, Lood de Jager, the Du Preez brothers and Tom and Ben Curry.
In second place before the season was suspended, it would be a surprise if the Sharks failed to make the play-offs.
Gray bolsters Exeter as White departs
As ever, it is a case of evolution rather than revolution for Premiership leaders Exeter.
Their big summer signing was Scotland's star lock Jonny Gray and he will add more firepower to a pack of forwards that are probably the most ruthless in the league.
"He doesn't miss tackles," former England wing Ugo Monye told Rugby Union Weekly.
"Exeter don't sign many players, they're all about consistency of squad, but when they do recruit – Stuart Hogg last year, this year Jonny Gray – they all make a difference."
But could Exeter's biggest problem be the departure Australia scrum-half Nic White? He has been a cornerstone of the side but returned to his homeland with the Brumbies in a deal that allowed him to play in last year's World Cup.
Rob Baxter has brought in Scotland's Sam Hidalgo-Clyne to replace him, while the club also has once-capped England nine Jack Maunder and Stuart Townsend as options. But can any of them fill the White-sized void?
Exeter should make the top four barring an unlikely collapse, but will they make a fifth successive final and win a second title?
Wholesale changes at Leicester
If Exeter is evolution over revolution, it is the opposite at Welford Road.
Of the 15 players that started Leicester's last game on 7 March, just six remain. Almost 30 players have departed while just over half of that number have come in.
No club had more pandemic-related contract problems than the Tigers. We know about Tuilagi, but highly-rated full-back Telusa Veainu, ex-England centre Kyle Eastmond and prop Greg Bateman also left.
There was already an exodus; England winger Jonny May returned to Gloucester, Tonga forward Simone Kalamafoni moved to Scarlets and Wales back Jonah Holmes went to Dragons, while Adam Thompstone, Tatafu Polota-Nau and Guy Thompson were released.
Fiji back Nemani Nadolo is arguably the biggest name coming in, along with compatriot and fellow winger Kini Murimurivalu, while Argentina's Mathias Moroni and Scotland man Matt Scott could add some sparkle at centre.
But perhaps Leicester's best bit of business has been to keep most of their established England stars. George Ford, Ben Youngs and Ellis Genge have all committed themselves, while Dan Cole and Tom Youngs remain front-row options.
Leicester would be bottom without Saracens' points deduction and new head coach Steve Borthwick will be under pressure to hit the ground running.
"One of the greatest signings Leicester have made in recent years is getting Steve Borthwick in a coaching capacity," said Care, who worked with him at international level.
"He's meticulous in his detail, every single aspect of the game will have been thought about already.
"He knows the game inside out and he'll bring a bit of the nous and dogged robustness that you associate with Leicester."
With Sarries' relegation confirmed and talk of a ring-fenced Premiership in the pipeline, Leicester may not have to worry about relegation for now, and can aim to grow a side to return the club to its former glories.
Saracens prepare for Championship life
The reigning champions are already down after their much-publicised breaches of salary cap regulations.
It means a different looking side will complete the season; England hooker Jack Singleton has joined Gloucester on loan while international team-mate Nick Isiekwe has temporarily moved to Northampton.
Also leaving on loan are Alex Lozowski to Montpellier and Nick Tompkins to Dragons.
Skipper Brad Barritt and scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth will stay until the end of the season when they will retire, but long-serving England lock George Kruis is off to Japan – where international team-mate Alex Goode will also spend next season on loan – and fellow second-row Will Skelton is heading to France. Scrum-half Ben Spencer has joined Bath and Wales prop Rhys Carre has returned to Cardiff Blues.
But Mark McCall has kept hold of his biggest stars – Owen Farrell, Maro Itoje, Billy and Mako Vunipola, Jamie George, Vincent Koch, Sean Maitland and Elliot Daly are among those who will stay to help the club's bid to win instant promotion from the Championship.
Most of Saracens' business has been recruiting seasoned second-tier players, although former Scotland lock Tim Swinson and Argentina back Juan Pablo Socino have pedigree.
They will finish bottom, but Saracens can give top-flight experience to their own crop of exciting youngsters to make them ever more likely to return come the end of next season.
Best of the rest…
Harlequins have bolstered their ranks with South Africa prop Wilco Louw and compatriot Andre Esterhuizen in the backs – though they will miss the start of the Premiership resumption because of visa issues – while centre Joe Marchant will be all the better for his spell in Auckland with the Blues.
Gloucester's new coaching set-up under George Skivington has already been bolstered by May and Singleton, and they also welcome Argentina lock Matias Alemanno.
As well as Ben and Will Spencer, Bath have signed South African loosehead Juan Schoeman, but said goodbye to Rhys Webb, Freddie Burns, Francois Louw and Tom Homer – who is London Irish's big new addition alongside 100-cap Australia forward Rob Simmons and Argentina's most-capped player Agustin Creevy.
Northampton have bolstered their front row with Nic Auterac's arrival from Harlequins, to add to Isiekwe, while Worcester and Wasps have swapped fly-halves – with Ryan Mills moving to the Ricoh and Billy Searle leaving Coventry.
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There are many miles of hiking and mountain biking trails accessed from the base of the Ragged Mountain Recreation Area. The two primary trailheads are at the northern and southern ends of the main parking lot. There is also a set of kiosks with information and maps available on the left near the boat launch area just before entering the main parking lot. Below are two key documents you will want to review and probably print if you are new to the RMRA. One contains descriptions of the various trails and the guidelines for enjoying them and the other is a trail map. They will print best on 8.5″ x 14″ legal sized paper. If you need further information or suggestions about the hiking trails call the Parks and Recreation Office 236-3438 or send an email to email@example.com. Please note that during the winter season, from December 1st through March 31st there are different policies in effect for trail use and dog visitations at the RMRA.
Mountain Biking
Trails are primarily maintained by the local Mid Coast Maine Chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association (McNEMBA).
This active group promotes all aspects of mountain biking such as working with landowners, sponsoring trail rides, supporting special events and races, as well as maintaining an extensive system of trails. You can learn more about them by visiting www.NEMBA.org.
Rules and Considerations
If there is a function at the lodge, please be courteous and ride well away from the activity on the lawn. These trails are multi-use so be careful if you encounter hikers. Please stay on the trails and do not leave any trash. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the trails or ski slopes. Dogs are allowed. Town ordinances require that you pick up your dog waste. There is a Mutt Mitt dispenser at trails kiosk as well as on trees in the parking lot and near the trail head. Many bikers enjoy a swim at the boat launch in Hosmer Pond after their ride. There is a port-o-pottie at the ball field.
If you have any questions or concerns contact the Parks and Recreation office at 236-3438 or email@example.com.
Beaches and Boating
Camden is blessed with several nice beaches on Penobscot Bay, local lakes and ponds, as well as other locations for water access and views. Below are the ones most visited. If you have any questions please give us a call at 236-3438. For information on Camden's saltwater boat launch ramp send a note to the Harbormaster or call 236-7969.
Summer Recreation Program
The Camden Summer Recreation Program is a 6-week program supervised by qualified, Lifeguard Certified, caring counselors who are dedicated to seeing that children have a safe, enjoyable and active summer. Click here for more information.


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Today, Project Naval Distinction is pleased to announce the support of University of Calgary Dean of Law, and Veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, Dr. Ian Holloway:
Project Naval Distinction is a wonderful initiative. For Canada, there is no more fitting ship than HMCS Haida – the "fightingest ship" of the Second World War — to be named the flagship of the Royal Canadian Navy. Today – more than seventy years after the fact – the actions of Haida stand as a testament to the spirit and ethos of the Royal Canadian Navy – a spirit and ethos which remain just as important now as they were then.
As Royal Navy has the Victory, and the U.S. Navy has the Constitution, Canada150 is the perfect time for Canada to give just and due appreciation to the Haida.
–The Hon. Ian Holloway P.C., C.D., Q.C. (ex-Chief Petty Officer)
To support Project Naval Distinction and our Canadian Armed Forces, please sign up to send a letter of support today.
About The Hon. Ian Holloway
Ian Holloway has been Dean of Law at the University of Calgary since 2011. Prior to this, Ian served eleven years as dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Western Ontario and a term as associate dean at the Australian National University. Over the years, he has also held appointments at Cambridge and the National University of Singapore. He is a graduate of Dalhousie University, the University of California at Berkeley and the Australian National University. He is also an alumnus of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and the John F Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. In his career, he has published two books, a number of book chapters, and many refereed articles published in law journals in Canada and around the world. In addition, he has published a book on naval history as well as twenty-five essays or other pieces in various legal and non-legal periodicals.
Beyond the legal sphere, Ian spent a total of twenty-five years serving in the Royal Canadian and Royal Australian Navies. In 1989, he was awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration. In 1992, he was awarded the Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation, and in 2013, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.


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Just 3 km from the Vatican City and the city centre, this recently renovated property fuses tradition with modernity. It provides 227 standard rooms and 8 deluxe rooms, two elegant restaurants which are open for lunch and dinner and one cosy bar.
In addition, it offers an impressive and extensive conference centre for both business and social occasions. Attentive staff are on hand to ensure the smooth running of events.
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