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Our Team!
As you can see below we have an extremely dedicated team of staff and not to mention some brilliant volunteers at Enable. We are all extremely pleased with what Enable is and does so please do not hesitate to give us a ring and come down and see it all first hand.
General Manager - Alan Finchett
Hi everyone I am Alan and I am the founder and general manager of Enable, and what a journey it has been. Whilst working voluntarily alongside people with disabilities asking them what they would like to do, meant that I found out they were asking for new, more exciting opportunities than were currently available to them. Initially we started out working from one classroom recycling toys. My role was to support the learners, pick them up in the morning to transport them to the site, take them home each evening, collecting used toys and bikes to recycle, as well as making tea and anything else that was required of me. As time went by after several funding applications and appeals Enable began to grow from a grass roots organisation into a recognised training provider, owning our own premises and giving lots of skills and opportunities to our disabled community enabling them to live tier life more independently. The journey to where we are now has been long and sometimes complicated to say the least. I have many stories about this journey, some good, some not so good, but all of it has been an incredible learning experience with many happy occasions along the way.
I have lots of people to thank for this journey, who enabled us to attain what we have. I myself am very proud of what we have achieved and no matter how bad things sometimes got, our learners have always made me smile.
My Background, I am one of seven brothers and sisters, I left school at the age of 15 and started working in the steel works. Again I could tell you several stories of good times and hard work and when I look back particularly at health and safety (or the lack of it), for example walking out into the roadway holding hot steel bars and having to watch for pedestrians and traffic, you will know what I mean when I say I have a lot to learn. It has been a very challenging journey, and I would like to add I am still learning but it has been worth every moment.
Trainee Manager - Mary Cobbin
Hi I am Mary. I started with Enable as a volunteer in 2009, as it was an industry that I was interested in. I had recently completed my degree in Psychology and Sociology, and was interested in gaining some experience with adults with learning disabilities in order to move my career forward. It was a post that I just loved and found incredibly rewarding and so when I was offered a full time job a year later I jumped at the chance and have never looked back. Before this I had a couple of jobs within the catering industry, including management roles, which made me realise that I loved meeting people from all walks of life.
I have worked in most areas of Enable (Sheffield) and really enjoy every day that I have been here. Each and every learner is different and can really brighten up your day in every way possible; I really mean it when i say no two days are the same.
Recently I have been training for a more managerial role within the charity, and it is an opportunity that I have grabbed with both hands and am looking forward to the challenges that lay ahead of me in this role.
Mechanic - David Grocock
Hi everyone, my name is David Grocock. I started as a volunteer at Enable in September 2013 (having previously taught mechanics at a training centre for the last 26 years), initially attending on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and for thew last 8 months I have been working Part time in the garage as a support worker to 7 Learners. From the 1st of April 2014, I have been employed full time in the garage and now provide support for 9 Learners, some of which attend in the garage for 2 days. My role is to manage the garage and maintain a safe and secure learning environment whilst providing interesting and challenging opportunities for Learners to engage in the restoration and repair of motor vehicles.
My qualifications Include a City & guilds 383 Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology Maintenance and Repair, City & Guilds 383 Level 3 in Electronics and Microprocessors, National Craft Certificate, Certified Auto Engineer, A1 Assessor and V1 Verifier Qualifications also I.O.S.H Managing Safely Qualification.
ICT Tutor - Paul Turner
My name is Paul Turner and I work in our ICT Suite, better known to our learners as "computers"! In there I oversee all the work done on the computers by the learners and this year have joined forces with John Addenbrooke to deliver out credited college course, OCNYHR Entry Level Diploma in Using Employability Skills. Coming from a background in ICT, I have numerous ICT based qualifications both using computers including Level 3 CLAIT word processing/databases/spreadsheets and in the maintenance of them CompTIA A+ and N+. I have also gained the PTLLS teaching qualification and hope to further my teaching qualification in the future.
I joined Enable 8 years ago in 2006, and have over the years tried to get the learners using the computers to better their lives by trying to give them a few basic IT Skills. These skills range from Word to type things and learn their letters to using the internet to find information about the favourite things. Other projects that we have involved the learners in during this time in the computer room have included; using power point to make a presentation about all their favourite things, making animal masks as part of our animal topic and taking part in several games played on the interactive whiteboard, One of these being an adaptation of an Egyptian board game played with coloured sticks and counters.
Financial Controller - Nigel Mansell
Hello, My name is Nigel Mansell and I am the financial Controller here at Enable (Sheffield).
I wandered into Enable in May 2011 after a visit to the Doctors next door. At that point I had no idea what Enable was about. After a tour of the premises from Alan and a chat to Kath, I offered my services as a volunteer with a specific task of writing a new website. I learned the language and enable got their new website so there were winners all round. Previously I had been employed as a Commercial Quantity Surveyor for the past 35 years working on Housing projects. What happened next was an 'interview by stealth'. Alan listened to what I had done in previous jobs and decided he 'had other ideas for me'!. After 18 months volunteering the position of Financial Controller became vacant and Alan offered me the post which I accepted. The part-time roll suits me down to the ground and I love what I do and being part of the Enable (Sheffield) Team.
Crafts - Michelle
Hi everyone I am Michelle and I work in the craft area at Enable (Sheffield) but also help out in other work areas if I am needed. I just thought I'd tell you a little about myself.
I can sadly say I wasn't very academic in school; the only thing I was good at was art, I left school with low grades and low self-confidence. I stared college doing and Art and Design course and then went on to university to do Design Technology Innovation . I really didn't think id be able to do this course as it involved a lot of writing, but i thought i would give it a go anyway. During this time I had the test for Dyslexia, and this was a real turning point in my life. I received support with my coursework and a computer to help with my written work. I passed my course and applied fore a job at Enable in the craft are. Six years later I am, still here helping learners create and develop Candles, Soap, cushions and lots more. I love being able to help and encourage the learners that come to Enable. I have a great understanding of how hard it can be for the learners to struggle with a learning difficulty because of my past, so I really like to encourage, support and create a friendly fun environment. I get great pleasure in seeing the learners create arty things. Its great to see the learners grow and develop new skills with confidence.
I've also had to undertake and complete a few teaching courses whilst at enable so I can give the learners more quality teaching to help run a fun and friendly learning environment. I'm always pleasantly surprised what some of our learners have achieved. I have great respect for every learner that comes here and its a great pleasure to be working with them all.
Gardener - Jon
My name is Jon, I Enable as a horticultural development worker in October 2014 and with the assistance of my apprentice Chris offer supported learning skills in numerous gardening activities to the learners.
In 1974 I began my career as an apprentice with the then called Sheffield Recreation department, working eventually to become parks supervisor of Mount Pleasant and then Whirlow park. In 1999 I began what was then to become the extremely successful Sheffield stewardship scheme offering young disadvantaged adults (16-18 years) help towards finding employment in various trades including gardening. The invaluable service unfortunately ceased in May 2014.
I was delighted to be offered a job at Enable, as it combined my love of gardening and being able to help people. I really enjoy my job and am looking forward to the new experiences that lay before me.
Catering - Jean
Hi my name is Jean and I have worked at Enable for several years. Before I came to Enable I did various other jobs. I qualified as a hairdresser and worked in a salon for a few years. In this role I used to go to care homes where people with disabilities lived to do their hair. I also got several years' experience working in kitchens as a cook, and also became an escort on the school buses, working with children with disabilities.
When I started at Enable I worked in the café bar, which was opened to the general public. When this closed down I went on to work in all the different areas at Enable. This taught me lots of different skills. I got to learn more about each individual learner and gave them support and help to live independent lives.
Just after Christmas 2013 I took on the role of training tutor in the kitchen area, as well as on a Friday afternoon turning my hand back to hair and nails. The ladies really enjoy this pampering afternoon. I really get a lot out of working for Enable and over the years each learner has given me much enjoyment, as well as being brilliant help and a pleasure to work with.
While I have been at Enable, I have gained a lot of experience and knowledge. I have my health and Hygiene certificate, first aid, and moving and handling and also health and safety. I am currently undertaking my NVQ Level 2 in Customer service and I am always open to new challenges!
College Tutor - John Addenbrooke
I am John and I started at Enable (Sheffield) on Monday 7th November 2005 working int the garden and with the help of service users formed the "Green Thumb Gang". During the following years not only did the garden flourish but also everyone involved with it along with our relationships with colleges of further education, with students now working towards and deceiving 21st century recognised qualifications! During this period we entered the "Yorkshire in Bloom" competition two years running and on both occasions won the Silver Gilt Award for our category, a wonderful example and a true example of team work.
At the end of 2010 I moved out of the garden and took on-board running college courses, full time in the classroom. A variety of courses with a wide range of options, to meet individual needs have now been successfully completed that have not only covered personal development but also other areas such as computer awareness, health and fitness, environment, recycling, healthy eating and even accessing the countryside!
I now have over 40 year's experience in this arena of work, but i have never stopped learning or taking on new challenges.
SAL - Joanne Darby
Hi I'm Joanne and I work in the Stimulating Activities Learning (SAL) room most days, but also help out in other areas when needed. I have gained knowledge and experience through working at special needs and main stream schools. I have gained levels 1 and 2 in computer skills.
I have been working at Enable (Sheffield) for over 7 years and really enjoy working with people with learning disabilities as it's a very rewarding job role for me. I have passed my first aid, have disability awareness/special education (sen) awareness certificates and moving and handling. I really delight in helping out learners develop literacy and numeracy skills, and also bringing out their creative sides.
Arts and Crafts - Louise
My name is Louise. I started at Enable (Sheffield) as a volunteer at the beginning of 2014. I was volunteering for a couple of months just one day a week, when a full time position came available which of course I applied for. When I was offered the job I was totally overwhelmed and very excited. I really enjoy working at Enable as its very rewarding working with individuals with learning difficulties. I work in the arts and crafts classroom encouraging learners to meet targets and fulfill their creative ideas as well as ensuring a safe and adequate environment at all times. I enjoy working in my area as I have a different group of learners on a daily basis so this is an advantage to build a relationship with many learners.
I am currently doing my NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, this will be an advantage to further my career within my current job role. I've also passed my first aid and have my Level 1 in Catering and Hospitality.
SAL - Amy
My name is Amy and I am a full time support worker at Enable. I have been working at Enable since August 2014 and I have loved every second of it. Before my role at Enable I had worked in completely different fields of work such as retail and administration, I enjoyed interacting with people but did not find the jobs very rewarding.
I have always had experience of learning disabilities and really enjoyed completing my work experience with school at Enable, this definitely made me realise what career I would like to pursue. I decided to volunteer one day a week and was ecstatic when I got offered a full time job as a support worker. I currently run the SAL department alongside Sam and really enjoy coming up with new and exciting projects with the learners. I am also currently working on completing my Level 3 diploma in health and social care, which will give me better qualifications, understanding and experience in my job role. Since starting this job I have not only have gained confidence in my ability but I have bigger ambition and goals. Enable is definitely where my heart is, and I enjoy every working day.
SAL - Sam
Hello my name is Sam. I only recently joined Enable full time after first experiencing the centre as a voluntary worker.
I previously worked as an assistant manager in retail and then went on to work in schools. I have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning. I also have my first aid and health and hygiene certificated.
As a volunteer I instantly fell in love with Enable and its learners, and was over the moon when I was offered a position. I work in the SAL with my colleague Amy, where we have structured learning but also an opportunity for learners to express their creativity.
I think Enable is a fantastic centre for adults with disabilities; it is an opportunity for them to learn, be active and make friends. So far I am loving my new job and being part of the Enable team.


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Work done when the sun was shining..
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The weather has been wet and cold for a couple of weeks, so not much done in the garden but the nice weather we had previously had us working like mad :)
So, following on from my last blog re the awning area by the back door, we installed lights..
There was a sticky out fence on the right of the trachy to screen off my work area but mainly the hide the dog bin yuk. we took it down and put a mirror on the fence :)
The Mirror.. looking forward to seeing this when the raised bed is planted up..
We had bits of decking left over so hub made 4 decking squares for outside the greenhouse :)
The garden is at a standstill :( my seedlings on the windowsill need potting on but its not warm enough to get them into the greenhouse, i hope i dont lose them, but on the plus side, I finally wrote this blog after more than a week of trying Yayyy :)
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That is looking great,Ydd..love the lighting,and that Trachy is beautiful..as is everything else..It's going to be wonderful,when all your seedlings are planted out..I know what you mean,about it being so cold..I had to throw some fleece over some plants in the growhouse tonight..not a good forecast :o((
13 Apr, 2012
Very romantic with the lighting.
13 Apr, 2012
I know how you feel Youngdaisy, I know how desperately we need the rain but not all the time, lol, its been nice for a few days this week but I wasn`t here, came back last night, lawn has really shot up so it rained yet again, oh well at least I was able to get on in the greenhouse..
Your seating area looks lovely, fingers xx we have some warm nights so you can relax outside and enjoy your surroundings...
13 Apr, 2012
Ive just been out and fleeced a couple of tender plants Bloomer, Thanks for your lovely comments..
cheers Cinders :)
Linklass, Hi, I hope you enjoyed your time away, the rain is great for the plants but not day and night for days on end lol, Im looking forward to the warm nights sitting out there, i still have loads of plans and lovely plants going there so im excited about that, im just impatient :)
13 Apr, 2012
Its all looking lovely. The seating area is gorg!!! :)
13 Apr, 2012
Love it Youngdaisydee :)))
13 Apr, 2012
Lovely I think that Trachy is amazing, do you cover it up during the winter, it looks so healthy.
13 Apr, 2012
Aw great you did the blog!!!!!! Hooray! Its looking fab!! Love the romantic lighting too..Summertime..glass o' wine..alls fine :)
14 Apr, 2012
Thanks Jewells and michaella.
DD The first time i didn't protect it was the winter of 2009/10 i thought you can get on with it mate, then the snow came!!! i was worried sick but apart from knocking the snow off with a brush a couple of times it sailed through, then the winter of 2010/11 came! it just laughed in its face haha still pushing spears up and that ugly flower lol, there's 6 new spears there now and 3 flowers, i dont protect much , apart from fleece over my gunnera and my TFs and CIDPs in the greenhouse thats about it, im slowly learning what is hardy up here, some plants i treat as annuals, canna and colocasia etc and there are a lot tropicals i would love in my garden but i compromise now, I gave up on nana's a couple of years ago, they are to expensive to use as annuals, i try a lot from seed to save money, i have canna, ricinus, echium and a couple of other things on the windowsills, i hope the weather changes soon, its pouring down out there..
Hi Pixi, yes at last, if i stick to short blogs with less pics it only takes an hour lol, im looking forward to sitting there at night, maybe get the patio heater up and running :) thanks for your comments X
14 Apr, 2012
Dee your garden is fabulous love your new lights .
Hard work has paid off .
Well done .
14 Apr, 2012
Thanks scotkat x
14 Apr, 2012
You've been busy Dee.
Adding to GoYpedia Design Ideas :o)
14 Apr, 2012
Thanks TT, ive been up for hours and catching up on stuff ive missed, ive had computer probs but hopefull its sorted now :)
14 Apr, 2012
Hi Dee.
Glad your computer is healthier now ;o)
So frustrating when you want to catch up on everything !
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14 Apr, 2012
Its all looking really nice ydd. Your hard work is beginning to pay off. I really like the new mirror, makes the garden look twice the size!
14 Apr, 2012
Its looking really good as for cold weather i've had to put fleece on some of my plants in greenhouse and i've got tomatoes on my window sills that are ready for going in greenhouse but its so cold keep hanging on to them in doors so hoping there going to to be ok.
14 Apr, 2012
I'm loving the light affects under your awning :)
All looking good YDD :)
14 Apr, 2012
Brilliant! love your mirror so much! I can't understand why I've missed out at least one of your blogs....off to find it now! :))
17 Apr, 2012
Thanks PoppyL, Clarice Scottish and Karen.
The Awning is wound back for these winds and the lights have bags over them, ruddy weather. On the plus side, the acer is in full leaf and its beautifull :))
17 Apr, 2012
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CDL's new Licensed Resources Website has launched!
On Wednesday, July 12th, CDL launched the new Licensed Resources website (http://www.cdlib.org/services/collections/licensed/). CDL's User Experience Design (UX) team interviewed campus librarians who frequently used the previous site, discussed their findings with the CDL's Licensed Content Group, and made changes to improve the usability of the site. As you see below, the new landing page has a cleaner look, while providing easy access to popular pages via "Quick Links" in the right sidebar.
Special thanks go to Rachael Hu and Alana Miller (UX team) for interviewing librarians and creating the new design, incorporating the feedback received; to Craig Thompson (UX team) for implementing the site quickly; and to Ivy Anderson (Collection Development) and others at CDL for providing feedback.
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A great deal of people are endlessly searching for a way to lose weight without having to actually exercise, and the Roll-Shaper may be another machine that gets the obese to the gym more effectively than a treadmill does.
This rotating body massager is large enough to knead your back, thighs, butt and belly, and it comes with instructions for several "workouts" that involve holding different positions against the mechanical roller. Though the weight loss claim may be a little controversial, the manufacturers assert that the Roll-Shaper has great results for lymphatic drainage and consequently for overall health. The image of a room full of Roll-Shapers rather than cross-trainers may remain surprising for some, but so long as users see some physiological result, this may be worth a try.
The Roll-Shaper Tones and Shapes Without Raising Your Heart Rate
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Why Bother?
This post is a special one because it's a joint venture with my new friend, MaryAnn Sibley. She is simply A M A Z I N G I N G and I cannot wait for you to meet her!!!! This gal is on fire for the world to know Jesus and you can learn more about MaryAnn at her website here. We get to present at several workshops together (click here for more details) to encourage the local church in the area of hospitality and volunteers. So MaryAnn and I decided to bring our thoughts and experience in one blog - enjoy! (and yes...it's a little long but remember, there are two women talking here.)
Hey there!
We are two gals, Rebecca and Mary Ann, who formed a bond before we even met in person! We talked on the phone and knew right away that our passions were intertwined and that we must do ministry together!
We love Jesus and share the same heartbeat for the local church: church should be the absolutely best place on the planet where people know that are seen, heard, and wanted. However, our journey that has gotten us here has been so different! And every time we get together, we are in awe how it seems we have been together all along.
So, we are combining our thoughts, ideas and passions into this one space.
Sisters forever with our hearts beating for volunteers in the local church. Enjoy!
AND this is a conversation so we look forward to hearing what your "why" is! Share your story with us!
Someone once said "if you're functioning out of passion without purpose, you'll burn out." Knowing your purpose or your "why" is key
to fueling your passion when the "what's" are going well
and when they go wrong.
Rebecca-My purpose behind my passion for First Impressions Ministry is Jesus. "There's no greater act of hospitality than when Jesus died on the cross for our sins so that He might welcome us into His Kingdom." (Piper)
There's nothing like feeling received - accepted - valued. Jesus did it for the Church and we must extend what we've experienced.
Over the course of my life, as a preacher's daughter (don't judge me), God has graciously made the significance of this ministry and its role in fulfilling the Great Commission clear. When I was young, I loved imitating my parents who were always serving and loving, walking around the sanctuary before church talking to people, standing at the door after service telling people to have a great week…It was beautiful!
However, I did get exposed the good and the ugly of professional ministry-life and there came a time when I felt like the Church was attacking my family and I angrily distanced myself from it.
But God is so kind. He overhauled the junk out of my heart and I realized that the Church is made up of people...
People are hard to like sometimes and I know because I'm a "people". But, people are just those who want to belong and feel loved.
Also, about the same time, I got food poisoning from a certain sandwich restaurant but I went back to that restaurant.
So, I went back to church.
God turned the stomach-turning bitterness into a passion to help build the Church to be what Christ died for it to be.
When I got married, my husband and I found our own church. I went from being at the same small town church where I knew everyone and it was obvious if there was a guest, to a large multi-site church where we were the guests. We were welcomed at the doors, but got lost in the crowd on the other side. I never want people to feel like that. As we sought community there, we served, rested, pressed in, and grew.
Four years later, church leadership called me to be the Hospitality/First Impressions Ministry Coordinator at a new campus. It came out of nowhere for me, but it was what God had been preparing me for my whole life.
I had been seen and positioned in a place to allow my gifting to grow and contribute to Kingdom purposes. It changed my life and is why I'm so passionate about communicating the importance of this ministry and bringing as many people into this as possible! We must always remember that "people are the mission" (Danny Franks)! We have to SEE them, identify their God-given gifts, and position them for their good and God's glory.
If we want people own the mission of the Church, we have to show them their valued place in it. First Impressions Ministry perfectly allows for all of that.
My friend says there's only 2 things you can take with you to Heaven: the Word and people. Everything should be motivated by such purposes.
Ephesians 2 describes this purpose: "You're no longer strangers or outsiders. You belong here, with as much right to the name Christian as anyone…He's using us all—irrespective of how we got here—in what he is building. He used the apostles and prophets for the foundation. Now he's using you, fitting you in brick by brick, stone by stone, with Christ Jesus as the cornerstone…"
Jesus is the cornerstone and ultimate example of hospitality.
Hospitality shouldn't be something we tag on as another committee, but should be the very culture of our churches. We can't get so comfortable in our pews that we get complacent. Our purpose is to turn strangers in to family...whether they attend our church or another. Accomplishing this will allow people to feel safe and bold enough to move from guest to disciple-maker. For their good, the strangers' good, and for God's glory!
MARY ANN:I was raised Buddhist.
My Dad served in the Marine Corp and he met my Mom while stationed in Japan and together, they provided a solid home with all the traditions of holidays and family.
Growing up in the early 1960's, school wasn't diverse like it is today - I was "it" and so began a journey of never feeling like I fit in or accepted, "as is". In fact, my Dad's family called me "half-breed".
After college, I got married, started my career but 15 years later, in 1997, I found myself, divorced and a single mom with two young boys, 11 and 8 years old.
I suffered depression years earlier, but now the depression came back with a vengeance.
Any thought of "hope" was gone. And without hope, there is nothing.
Nothing to look forward to.
Nothing to live for. Not even for my boys.
And when you have zero support, zero community, your mind believes the lie that it's better to not live at all….So I tried to end my life.
But God intervened.
And I then moved into a new neighborhood and met Jeff and Becky, with their 4 boys. I heard that they moved to NC to start a church. I was certain that "they" (those church people) wouldn't like me and I knew I wouldn't like them.
For 2 years, Jeff and Becky would invite me for dinner, cookouts and holidays when I didn't have my boys. They were loving me "as is".
Meanwhile, Becky was praying and telling her friends; "I have a neighbor who is a single Mom with 2 young boys and need Jesus, would you pray that she comes to church."
I didn't know God, but I knew Becky.
After 2 years of declining invitations to church, I finally attended in July 1999. (In my 40 years, no one had ever invited me to church before. Ever.)
On August 10, 1999, I made an appointment with the Pastor to let him know that a Buddhist was attending his church. I remember the Pastor asking me, "Mary Ann, what are you waiting for?"
I surrendered to Jesus.
God connected the dots of my journey to show me:
Even though I was a single Mom. I was loved.
Even though I suffered depression. I was not alone.
Even though I had totally ruined my life…and I could not fix it. God was restoring my life.
And then, God brought Dean into my life and this year we are celebrating 18 years of being married.
But my life is not perfect – I'm not perfect . I still have struggles and insecurities. In fact, the greatest pain in my life revolves around my oldest son, Alex. He has refused to make any contact with me or my extended family since 2008.
It continues to be the most painful part of my life to this day. There was a time when I would obsess over how to find him, talk to him.
But God led me to Luke 15:24 "..for this son of my mine was dead and has come to life again;.."
I noticed that the father never went out to the "far country" to find his son. He never used his power, position or money to get others to help retrieve his son. No, to the father, his son was "dead". There is nothing anyone can to for a dead person - only God revives us - wakes us - gives us a rebirth - brings the dead to life both literally and spiritually. I KNOW and trust and rely on the forever HOPE that He will bring Alex back as well.
So why bother?
I am on mission to remind the local church that there are so many more "Alex's" out there that need Jesus. Those who need to be seen and know that they are wanted and belong.
The way Jeff & Becky accepted me and loved me into the kingdom is exactly what God is calling us to do. We can do it in our neighborhoods, our workplaces, our gyms and absolutely in our churches!
God restored this gal from not wanting to live to living to point others to Jesus!
So, why do you bother...to sacrifice and pray and dig in and weep and give?
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January 2017
Passionate about Jesus and people, I've added this blog to communicate strategy and thoughts about Biblical Hospitality and The Church as a movement, rather than just people in a building once a week. It seems like everyone is blogging these days, (which is awesome!) and I know that there are always better and more insightful thoughts, but God is leading this so I'm just writing in obedience.


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I have a user whos is unable to access the file server from his workstation, his user account can access it from other machines, I'm able to access it using my account on his computer.
I'm assuming its a corrupted local profile? Normally I would just remove and recreate the profile, but.. He's a developer with extensive settings stored into his programs, and it would take at least a day possibly two in order to recreate everything.
What I can I do short of rebuilding his profile?


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When you've just started to learn to how to crochet, you will encouter this stitch in many projects. The half double crochet stitch (hdc) is also known as a half treble crochet stitch in the UK and Australia (htr). It's a versatile yet simple stitch to master. This tutorial uses US crochet terminology, with the Australian and UK term following in brackets.
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Half Double Crochet Stitch
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Goldman Sachs AM 'first to register foreign funds in UAE'
Goldman Sachs Asset Management, the asset management arm of the giant, New York-based Goldman Sachs Group, has become the first asset manager to register foreign investment funds for retail investors in the United Arab Emirates, the company has announced.
The UAE is Goldman's Middle Eastern regional hub. It has had an operation there for the past 10 years, focused on institutional investors and "select private banks", according to a statement announcing the new retail fund range.
The registration follows a new mutual fund regulation introduced last year by the Emirates' Securities & Commodities Authority in 2016, which for the first time authorises asset managers to register foreign mutual funds for distribution by approved local partners.
According to the statement, the new fund range includes equity, fixed income, multi asset and alternative investment solutions, drawing on GSAM's global investment expertise.
Oliver Rahe, head of third party distribution for the Middle East and Africa, said the current "global market volatility and low yield environment" underscored a need in the retail market for "established and innovative investment solutions that deliver diversified sources of income and rigorous risk management".
GSAM, he added, looked forward to meeting the investment needs of the UAE's retail investors.
Among the funds GSAM plans to offer the UAE market, it said, will be its GS US Real Estate Balanced Portfolio, a diversified multi asset fund offering exposure to the US housing market; and the GS Global Multi Manager Alternatives Portfolio, an absolute return strategy that it says provides access to "a select range of leading alternative managers".


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Byron Bay is a coastal town situated in New South Wales, Australia. It's a very popular destination with both Australians and travellers and so I had very high expectations for it.
The day we arrived it was dull, grey and extremely rainy, so our first impressions weren't the best. After a 12 hour overnight coach from Sydney, we were also pretty exhausted and so we went to our room (which was actually lovely), cosied up under the covers and slept for hours and hours, before getting a takeaway and watching Netflix all evening (Stranger Things is so addictive).
I could pretend that we are making the most of every moment and living every day as if it's our last, but you have to be realistic- humans get worn out and being busy is expensive. Travelling is definitely not all fun and exciting adventures.
Luckily, the next day, the weather had mostly cleared up and we felt recharged and ready to explore somewhere new.
The Cape Byron walking track is the perfect way to get a good overview of everything that Byron Bay has to offer. It takes you along the coast and beaches, through rainforest and grassland and along the clifftops where the lighthouse is.
The rainforest section of the walk had a little too many stairs for my liking, but apart from that, the walk was very easy and completely picturesque.
We started with the rainforest and saw a million brushturkeys which are such strange looking creatures.
The views from the coastal paths are insanely beautiful. You feel like you're inside a perfect postcard scene.
There's also loads of whale watching points along the way. After Nathan had finished making multiple jokes about me being a whale, we actually managed to spot some real ones. We saw a few at various different points of the track and the way they suddenly dive out of the water is so exciting, you could watch for hours. I am aware this photo is terrible but I promise there were whales there and we did get a great view of them but we were way too overexcited to take a decent picture.
When you reach the summit of the coastal path, the old lighthouse awaits. It is Australia's most powerful lighthouse and is also just very aesthetically pleasing as the white exterior compliments the blue skies of Byron perfectly.
You then come to the most easterly point of Australia. I'm not sure why this is a 'thing' or why anyone cares but I still felt obliged to take a picture as I'm a tourist and it's what we do.
We also saw plenty of animals along the track and it's so cool to see them in their natural habitat, rather than just at the zoo.
There seems to be a lizard on every corner and they're weirdly comfortable with people so they don't even try to hide- they just sit there as you weirdly stare at them. They're also very vain as they love posing for the camera.
Of course, we also stopped to take some generic 'candid' shots.
Aside from the natural beauty of Byron, there's also plenty to do. The centre has lots of clothing and book stores and there's heaps of restaurants, cafes and bars. Bay Kebabs was our favourite place that we ate- they do healthier versions of a kebab which are absolutely out of this world levels of delicious.
The main beach area is also lovely, although it can get very busy. There's a really fascinating atmosphere in Byron as it's a very very very laid-back place, full of interesting and quirky people. It seems very classically Australian in comparison to somewhere like Bondi.
Byron is also a brilliant place to go out for drinks. Of course we took full advantage of this and had a really great night out. It's definitely worth starting early as so many of the bars and restaurants have a 'happy hour', which we took full advantage of. I discovered frozen rose for the first time and I'm hooked.
All in all, our time in Byron was pretty mixed. It's a very varied place, where you can see beautiful natural beaches and wildlife but also go and have a crazy night out. That's what I love about it and probably why so many other people rate it so highly. Although it isn't the largest or most exciting place on the Australian coastline, it's definitely worth visiting, even if only for the fact that it's very unique and very Australian.


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Apprenticeship training at IDS
The Institute of Dynamics and Vibration Research is offering a three-and-a-half-year apprenticeship training program in industrial mechanics with the focus on precision engineering. The in-house training is served at joint workshop premises run by the Institute of Continuum Mechanics (IKM), the Institute of Mechatronic Systems (imes), and the Institute of Dynamics and Vibration Research (IDS). At IDS, the training takes place in our metal workshop which is equipped with high-quality five-axis CNC machines with integral CAD/CAM software and other most interesting machines. The wood workshop and the electrics workshop is supervised by our partner institutes imes and IKM. The working atmosphere is characterized by a lively exchange between all workshop members. As the training program is conjointly run by three institutes, the prototypes manufactured for research purposes as well as the maintenance and expansion of test setups can be on a more versatile level. Possible fields of work range from medical to mechanical engineering applications, providing apprentices with many fascinating insights during their training program.
Key topics of the training program
- Basic mechanical skills such as drilling, filing and sheet metal forming
- Milling
- Turning
- Working with CNC machines
- Welding
Time schedule
- Duration of apprenticeship training: three and a half year
- 1st year: in-house training plus two days vocational school weekly
- 2nd and 3rd year: in-house training plus one day vocational school weekly
Other specifies
- In-house university CNC training courses
- External welding courses
- Theoretical training additionally to workshop training
· Close cooperation with students and engineers
- Interest in technical issues
- Ability to work in a team
- Interest in mathematics, physics, and chemistry
- Clean and accurate working style
- Manual skills
Thomas Bannasch
Precision Engineer/Head of Metal Workshop
Telefon: +49 511 762- 4124
E-Mail: bannaschids.uni-hannover.de
Stefan Düring
Precision Engineer/Deputy Head od Metal Workshop
Telefon: +49 511 762- 4124
E-Mail: dueringids.uni-hannover.de
Please address your application to:
Institut für Dynamik und Schwingungen
Z. Hd. Thomas Bannasch
Appelstraße 11
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We enjoyed a beautiful sunny day yesterday. The morning was so cool and crisp that the dogs only wanted to stay outside for a minute because they wanted back under those warm blankets on the bed! Now that fall is in the air, it's a bit of a strange time to be sharing a beach house with you, but, stick with me, it's all relevant!
I am working on a home where every square inch counts. When square footage is on the small side, a home can still live large. I never downsize the scale of furniture for a small room, as a matter of fact, doing so can really make a room appear even smaller. And every piece needs to have a purpose--maybe even 2! That's why I think this 2000 sq ft beach home is a great example of using every bit of what you have.
The family approached the design as if they were designing a yacht, utilizing every nook and all vertical spaces. The walls of the master bedroom serve many purpose--storage for their entertainment center as well as a loft for sleeping.


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For 2019, the best glitter eyeshadow palette sets include a 9 Color Glitter Eyeshadow Palette & Makeup Cosmetic Brush Set. This has more than 11,000 sales on ebay!
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text: It was time to create a Garden Room. Yesterday I noticed that the Christmas cactus out on the front porch had been slightly nipped by cold night time temperatures. It was time to clean out the side porch which spent the summer filled with construction materials and debris and turn it into a Garden Room. We closed the windows, and even though the temperatures never quite hit 70 degrees and substantial breezes kept our two river birches dancing, the room warmed right up. The jade tree, orchid cactus, several Christmas cacti and a begonia will be happy here for quite a while, but actually I think they will have to come inside the house eventually. Last winter we left the rosemary plant out in what was not quite a Garden Room and it sprang to life in March. Oh for the blessings of spring light and warmth after the winter.


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DISNEY INTERACTIVE UNVEILS DISNEY EPIC MICKEY 2: THE POWER OF TWO FOR NINTENDO'S Wii U™ System
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — (4th October 2012) – Disney Interactive today announced that the highly-anticipated "Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" video game will be available for Nintendo's Wii U™ system from 30th November 2012. Wii U players will experience their adventure through Wasteland, an alternate world filled with more than 80 years of forgotten Disney characters and theme park attractions, in HD graphics and enjoy enhanced game features.
"It's exciting to bring Nintendo fans 'Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two' on Nintendo's revolutionary new game system," said Bill Roper, vice president and general manager of production, Disney Interactive. "The technological advances of the Wii U system have allowed us to enhance player direction and provide our fans with an immersive as well as unique gaming experience."
The "Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" video game returns Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit to Wasteland, an alternate world filled with more than 80 years of forgotten Disney characters and theme park attractions. But for the first time, Mickey and Oswald will join forces as true partners – Mickey with the magical paint brush that allows him to wield paint and thinner, and Oswald with a powerful remote control that allows him to command electricity. This new co-op play further enhances the idea that "PlayStyle Matters" – a unique approach to gameplay pioneered by Warren Spector where players tackle challenges the way they want to in order to explore a variety of possibilities and storylines, but always with consequences for their chosen actions.
Using the Wii U™ GamePad, players will see a fully detailed, real-time map of Wasteland with waypoints and markers to help guide them through the game and complete the different quests and side-quests. Players will also be able to use the GamePad to access sketches and activate the sketches to use in-game for a more immersive experience.
"Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" for the Wii™ system from Nintendo is being developed by Junction Point, the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system is being developed by Blitz Games Studios and Nintendo's Wii U version is being developed by Heavy Iron. Supporting the latest technology, the game will also feature full support for the PlayStation®Move motion controller. "Disney Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion" for the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system is under development by critically-acclaimed developer DreamRift, in collaboration with Junction Point. The games are rated "E" for Everyone by the ESRB. "Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" for the Wii U system is currently unrated by the ESRB.
Disney Interactive
Disney Interactive, one of the world's largest creators of high-quality interactive entertainment across all platforms, is the part of The Walt Disney Company responsible for the global creation and delivery of interactive entertainment, multi-platform video games, and family-focused content across all current and emerging digital media platforms. Disney Interactive produces and distributes a broad portfolio of content from Disney Interactive Games and Disney Interactive Media. Products and content released and operated by Disney Interactive include blockbuster mobile, social and console games, online virtual worlds, #1 kid's entertainment destination Disney.com and the #1 Family/Parenting portfolio on the Web.
Disney Interactive is the interactive entertainment part of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS).
About Junction Point
Junction Point is Disney Interactive's Austin, Texas-based developer of console games with a focus on games where "playstyle matters." Junction Point games offer strong, player-driven narratives, opportunities for problem-solving rather than puzzles, and choices with significant consequences. The studio's goal is to tell stories with players, not to them, allowing each player to craft his or her own, unique experiences. Junction Point was founded in 2005 and joined Disney Interactive in July 2007. For more information on the studio, go to www.junctionpoint.com.
About the Walt Disney Company in South Africa
The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with five business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media group.
TWDC has been active in South Africa for over 50 years. In 2011 TWDC added two new channels to the Multichoice DStv platform: Disney XD and Disney Junior. Together with Disney Channel, which celebrated its 5th birthday in September 2011, TWDC is the leading provider of children's TV channels in South Africa. Disney is one of the top distributors of US programming in the region, and brings network series, movies and Disney-branded kids and family content to TV viewers. These include top rating US network series such as Grey's Anatomy and Desperate Housewives, both of which ranked among the top 10 series on Mnet in 2011.
Disney's film distribution arm is the leader for family movies in South Africa. Recent successes include the live action title Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides which grossed over R24 million in the box office and was the third highest grossing film in South Africa during 2011. Recent animated releases include Tangled and Cars 2 which both ranked in the top four grossing animated titles for 2011 in South Africa. 2011 also saw the return of The Lion King to cinemas – for the first time in 3D, with additional launches on DVD and Blu Ray. To find out more about all things Disney, South African kids, tweens and families can visit the dedicated website www.disney.co.za
Nintendo trademarks and copyrights are properties of Nintendo.
Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.


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Geeks Getting Old, Anti-Nostalgia & Star Trek: Picard
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Steve and TFG1Mike join forces for this week's "Altered Geek". They discuss life's interesting changes over the past 5 months, the changes the GCRN has gone through and what's happened to us. The guys also breakdown nostalgia and dropping our entertainment habits whether by cancellation or by natural endings. Do you get invested in programs or as many as 27? They also end on Star Trek Picard. All this and more on Altered Geek!


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In this section, we cover discussion of Fedora virtualization technologies on the @fedora-virt and @libvirt-list lists.
Contributing Writer: Dale Bewley
Mel Chua recently interviewed[1] 3 Fedora virtualization luminaries: Richard Jones, David Lutterkort, and Mark McLoughlin. Topics included:
- Richard Jones on guestfish and friends (libguestds and libvirt)
- Mark McLoughlin on virtual upgrades to your virtual machine
- David Lutterkort on "Network scripts: complex no more!"
- How to try out virtualization
- From etherboot to gPXE
- qcow2: now with better performance!
- Virtualization in Fedora: a historical retrospective
- What's Next? Virtualization in F13 and beyond
- When they're not hacking...
Fedora Virtualization List
This section contains the discussion happening on the fedora-virt list.
Fedora Virtualization Status Report
The latest virt status report[1] from Mark McLoughlin details the status of the latest virtualization related bugs, and relayes behind the scenes drama of "a couple of fire-drills with last-minute serious blocker bugs" as Fedora 12 was about to go out the door.
Rawvirt Rawhide Virtualization for Fedora 12
Justin Forbes announced[1] "As was done for Fedora 11 users, the tradition continues, only the locations have changed.
We've set up a repository for people running Fedora 12 who would like to test the rawhide/F13 virt packages. To use it, do e.g."
$> cat > /etc/yum.repos.d/fedora-virt-preview.repo << EOF [rawvirt] name=Virtualization Rawhide for Fedora 12 baseurl=http://jforbes.fedorapeople.org/virt-preview/f12/$basearch/ enabled=1 gpgcheck=0 EOF $> yum update
The Virtualization Preview Repository[2] is for people who would like to test the very latest virtualization related packages. This repository is intended primarily as an aid to testing / early experimentation. It is not intended for 'production' deployment.
Libvirt List
This section contains the discussion happening on the libvir-list.
New Release libvirt 0.7.4
Daniel Veillard
a new
libvirt release, version 0.7.4.
"The rate of changes doesn't seems to slow down, though this release is
more about incremental improvements, bug fixes and cleanups than major
new features"
New features:
- Implement a node device backend using libudev (David Allan)[2]
- New APIs for checking some object properties (Daniel P. Berrange)
- Fully asynchronous monitor I/O processing (Daniel P. Berrange)
- add MAC address based port filtering to qemu (Gerhard Stenzel)
- Support for IPv6 / multiple addresses per interfaces (Laine Stump)
- Far too many to list here.
Read the full list of changes in the release announcement.[3]


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New from the Cooperative in the South of France… ORGANIC Mallow Floral Water.
Hydrosols and Floral Waters are often incorrectly described as synonyms for one another, but they indeed differ…
In this issue you'll find updates on Lavender & Lavandin, Neroli, Rose, Thyme, Vanilla, and Ylang.
In this issue you'll find updates on Rose and Citrus.
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Yoram Yasur Yazbek: Basement decoration
If you got tired of using the space in your basement as a place for storage, here are some new decorative proposals that will change the look and transform the presentation of your basement. Hands on, today we propose to redecorate the basement and take advantage of this type of wide spaces. Believe it or not, you'd be surprised to know everything you can create with a little imagination and a lot of dedication. There are interesting proposals like these tips to transform the basement into a bedroom.
Pool hall
Yoram Yasur Yazbek: It is an excellent alternative to enjoy a time of entertainment and fun in the company of your friends. Warm colors and rustic style add a magnificent touch. Fabulous!
Work Office
But if you're looking to save space, then convert your basement into a source of production for employment. Gathering a few pieces of furniture and adapting the place, you can have as a result an elegant, comfortable and different work office.
Wine cellar
Yoram Yasur Yazbek: Here is a striking design. In many countries it is customary to use the basement as a cellar to store bottles of wine from different eras. If you do not consider yourself a big fan and follower of wine, then you can bet on a modern bar or a drinks room.
And finally we have this fantastic decoration to enjoy your home movie nights as you always imagined. A plasma television, with a surround sound system, high definition technology and some furniture for decoration. A dream come true!
Tips to decorate the basement:
- If you have a window, even a small one, natural light will bring warmth, as well as the color we use and the design of the room.
- Yoram Yasur Yazbek: Light is very important, so complementing the ceiling lamps with floor lamps, table lamps and lights will allow the brightness and lighting of the room to increase, emulating the light patterns of nature.
- Paint the walls in light and neutral colors to reflect the light that enters through the small windows, bright colors are also a good option.
- Yoram Yasur Yazbek: Placing several small rugs in the seating areas will create a cozy atmosphere, it should be noted that basements often have wood paneling, tile or vinyl flooring instead of carpeting. Opting for warm and soft carpets and patterns that suit the decoration we will be providing warmth and comfort.
- Some paintings and mirrors to reflect the light will allow you to personalize the basement and give it that special touch that will make the difference.


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Author: Don Stader, MD
Educational Pearls:
- Etripamil is an intranasal calcium channel blocker in development for use in SVT
- A recent study showed that etripamil has an SVT conversion rate of around 80%
- Etripamil does not have the same feeling of "impending doom" that can occur with adenosine
Editor's note: Etripamil is still in development and these results are from a phase II clinical trial.
Stambler BS, Dorian P, Sager PT, Wight D, Douville P, Potvin D, Shamszad P, Haberman RJ, Kuk RS, Lakkireddy DR, Teixeira JM, Bilchick KC, Damle RS, Bernstein RC, Lam WW, O'Neill G, Noseworthy PA, Venkatachalam KL, Coutu B, Mondésert B, Plat F. Etripamil Nasal Spray for Rapid Conversion of Supraventricular Tachycardia to Sinus Rhythm. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018 Jul 31;72(5):489-497. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2018.04.082. PubMed PMID: 30049309.
Summarized by Travis Barlock, MS4 | Edited by Erik Verzemnieks, MD


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Photo by Chris Gentile
The Asian standbys of soy sauce, hoisin, and toasted sesame oil, along with those crisp and shiny Japanese rice snacks, have become so much a part of American cuisine that's there's nothing "ethnic" about this truly addictive party mix. We guarantee that you won't be able to keep from nibbling on it all evening long! In fact, we predict that you will find yourself making it often because you won't want to run out of it. For more seasonal recipes, download the free Gourmet Live app and stay tuned to the Gourmet Live blog for the latest updates.
- Yield
- Makes 14 cups
- Active Time
- 15 minutes
- Total Time
- 1 1/2 hours
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 cups (3 ounces) popped popcorn
- 6 cups (6 ounces) rice cereal squares
- 1 (5 ounces) can chow mein noodles
- 1 (3 oz) package Asian rice cracker snack mix
- 2 cups salted roasted cashews or dry-roasted peanuts
- 1 cup wasabi peas or dried peas
- Preheat oven to 250°F with racks in upper and lower thirds.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and whisk in sugar, soy, hoisin, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger and cayenne. Remove from heat.
- Combine popcorn, rice cereal, chow mein noodles, Asian snack mix, cashews and wasabi peas in a very large bowl. Drizzle with butter mixture and toss well to coat. Spread evenly in 2 large (18- by 13-inch) rimmed sheet pans.
- Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, a total of 1 hour.
- Cool completely in pans on racks.
Cooks' Notes:
Snack mix can be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. If for some reason it needs to be re-crisped, reheat it in the rimmed sheet pans in a preheated 250°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.


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January 2020
Physical Health and Radiation Exposure for the Practitioner
Understanding radiation overexposure effects, standard dose thresholds, and necessary steps to ensure safety.
The number and complexity of endovascular interventions are increasing. Vascular surgeons and interventionalists today are exposed to more ionizing radiation than previous generations, and it is crucial to recognize the short- and long-term risks of radiation exposure. Practitioners must understand the deleterious effects of overexposure, know the standard occupational and patient dose thresholds, and be cognizant of ways to minimize dose exposure during endovascular procedures.
Radiation causes two types of biologic injury: stochastic and deterministic. Stochastic effects, namely cancer formation, increase with the total radiation energy absorbed over time. Deterministic effects, which require a threshold dose, are most commonly skin injuries in patients and cataracts in interventionalists. Although these effects are infrequent, they can be devastating and should be suspected at specific dose thresholds.
The International Commission on Radiological Protection recommends an occupational effective dose limit and an ocular lens dose limit of 20 mSv averaged over 5 years, with no more than 50 mSv in a single year.1 Most personnel dosimeters are read monthly; however, understanding the fluoroscopic dose metrics, which are available in real time, can help providers gauge how much radiation they are exposed to daily. In general, fluoroscopy time is a poor indicator of overall dose because it eliminates the radiation that accrues from digital acquisitions. Reference air kerma (RAK) is the best approximation of patient skin dose because it measures the radiation dose at a constant reference point at the patient's level. The National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements has defined RAK ≥ 5 Gy as a substantial patient radiation dose level.2 At this dose, the patient should be informed of the exposure and followed prospectively for skin injury. Kerma area product measures the total output of the x-ray tube and has been shown to be a better predictor of operator dose than RAK.
Scatter radiation from the patient is the principal source of operator exposure. With appropriate training, interventionalists can minimize this radiation dose. The key to protecting yourself and your operating room team is to follow the basic principles of time, distance, and shielding. Surgeons should use low-dose fluoroscopy modes, lower the frame rates, and be mindful of active fluoroscopy times. Avoiding magnification views and steep gantry angulations can also lower dose, and using the collimators narrows the beam and associated scatter radiation. Operators should wear lead shielding and step away from the x-ray tube whenever possible. Radiation adheres to the inverse square law: increasing your distance from the source by a factor of two decreases your radiation by a factor of four. In addition to these basic principles, keeping the fluoroscopy unit current with new dose-lowering software can significantly limit dose.
As the breadth of endovascular procedures increasingly evolves, interventionalists and vascular surgeons must continuously emphasize the importance of radiation safety to protect patients, trainees, and team members.
1. Dauer LT, Ainsbury EA, Dynlacht J, et al. Guidance on radiation dose limits for the lens of the eye: overview of the recommendations in NCRP commentary no. 26. Int J Radiat Biol. 2017;93:1015-1023.
2. National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. NCRP report no. 168, radiation dose management for fluoroscopically-guided interventional medical procedures. https://ncrponline.org/publications/reports/ncrp-report-168. Accessed December 6, 2019.


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Honor Harris Wittels today by reading 30 of the comedian's funniest tweets
Harris Wittels — comedian, writer, producer, Twitter king, creator of the term #HumbleBrag, Phish lover — died one year ago today, Feb. 19th.
Wittels was just 30 when he lost his battle with addiction. He was a writer and producer on Parks and Recreation when his addiction hit its peak, as he discussed regularly both on stage and on various podcasts such as Comedy Bang! Bang!.
Wittels was never more candid about his addiction than in his strikingly poignant appearance on the You Made It Weird podcast with Pete Holmes. Throughout his struggles, though, Wittels' comedy brought light into the dark world he found himself in.
To honor his memory and inimitable wit, we've rounded up 30 of Harris' best tweets — one for every year of his life — to remind the world of his unique yet totally relatable brilliance.
Harris Wittels jokes
Hope you're straight chillin' wherever you are, Harris.


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School House Rock Grammar Songs
Grammar Songs from SchoolHouse Rock Videos are Timeless
Countless kids (and more than a few teens) have learned their adverbs and adjectives from these nine Schoolhouse Grammar Rock video songs. My classes, like those across the country, have unpacked their adjectives and spent some time at Conjunction Junction. Even though they're "old school," kids enjoy them as much today as when they were originally released in the 1970s and 80's.
In addition to these musical mnemonics, I've included some lesson plan links and links to "new school" interactive websites to help your kids learn their English grammar.
Image from the 2007 Interactive DVD, Schoolhouse Rock: Grammar Classroom Edition
A Noun is Person, Place or Thing
So many different kinds of nouns! Proper, common, concrete, count, noncount, and collective. Learn all about nouns on ChompChomp
Unpack Your Adjectives
Looking for an adjective? ESL Desk has a list of more than 700 commonly used adjectives.
Conjunction Junction
See if your word is a conjunction by looking on this list of conjunctions from Grammar Revolution.
Rock Your Students' World with Schoohouse - Has the original 50+ songs created
Lolly Lolly Lolly Get Your Adverbs Here
Do you want to know if your word is an adverb? Check out this list of more than 3,000 adverbs.
Busy Prepositions
If you want to know if a word is a preposition, look it up on the
Let's find out how old you are
Did You Learn Grammar with Schoolhouse Rock on TV?
Verb: That's What's Happening
Is your word a verb? Find it on this list of regular and irregular verbs on the EnglishClub.com.
Rufus Xavier Sarsaparilla - Pronouns
Is both a noun or a pronoun? Check it out on Grammar Revolution's list of pronouns.
The Tale of Mr. Morton - Subject and Predicate
What's the subject and what's the predicate? Learn how to identify subject and predicate using these exercises from Jefferson County Schools.
Yowzaaah! Can't live without an interjection every now and then. Grammar Revolution has a good list of commonly used interjections.
LearningReviews Grammar directory lists 20 more websites, games and apps to help students of all ages learn English grammar. And they're free!
Get Your Grammar Here! - Lessons and grammar interactives & games
- Thinkfinity Grammar Lessons, Activities & Assessments
More than 80 lessons, activities, worksheets, and evaluations rubrics for teaching K-12 kids grammar. Most come from ReadWriteThink.org.
- Grammar Practice Park
Harcourt School Publishers has a series of interactive games on types of sentences, punctuation, subject-verb agreement, and more, for students in grades 3-5.
Did you learn grammar with Schoolhouse Rock?
I loved "Interjections!" and "Conjunction Junction." I guess "I'm Just a Bill" would rank up there, too!
some many of us still repeat the mistakes in grammars...great and a helpful lens
Memories... I love these!
I liked the adverb and interjection songs best. Thanks for the lens.
Awesome collection. I will be using these with my daughter this year. Thanks for putting the in one spot.
Conjunction Junction is cool
school house rock does not allow you to view the videos any longer....
Love this Lens; Saturday Morning Cartoons Rocked, now they really stink.
I loved schoolhouse Rock when I was a kid.
I don't think school house rock was out when I was a youngster. Wishing you and yours a wonderful and peace filled holiday season. The very best of seasonal wishes.
I used to look forward to School House Rock when I watched Saturday morning cartoons back in the 70s. Thanks for this trip down memory lane. :-)
Nope. This is the first time I ever heard of Schoolhouse Rock. I learned grammer the old fashioned way.
I would have loved learning grammar with Schoolhouse Rock but it came along a decade too late for me, what a wonderfully fun way to learn!
Great lens, great videos and very educational resources.
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Vanamo woven wrap Kide Syvyys in stunning petrol-blue & green color! We just love the different shades of turquoise and green, and these colors come back each year in different blends and weaves. Petrol-blue has also been a wish from our customers and fans so of course we had to make one! The dark bluish-green shade of this woven is a result of mixing four different colored yarn. Can you see what they are? Vanamo woven wraps are made from pure organic cotton and high quality Italian linen.
Although the cotton-linen Vanamo wrap is cool and airy for the summer, the wrap can very well be used during all seasons. Kide weave is diagonally elastic which means that the baby wrap gives optimum support for the baby and feels comfortable for both the wearer and baby. This thick wrap is perfect for heavy babies and toddlers. A new linen wrap can feel stiff at first but the fabric will become softer over time and after washing & using the wrap.
The word "kide" means ice chrystals and the Kide pattern was inspired by the traditional hand woven Finnish linen textiles. The Kide weave is a complex mixture of twill and tabby weaves which create the unique stuctured, porous and comfortable weave. Kide pattern is designed by textile designer Katja Hynninen.
Sizes: 2,3,4,5,6,7 and 8. The measurements for each size and tips for choosing the correct size can be found here.
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After recruiting sex workers, Indian Army plans ban on mobiles' use by soldiers
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Ajay Mehta & Christina Palmer
The Daily Mail
NEW DELHI—As if the drive to recruiter sex workers to reduce stress and frustration level of the troops, deployed in Occupied Kashmir, was not enough, the Indian Army leadership has now decided to ban the use of mobile phones by troops to minimize their stress level, reveal the findings of The Daily Mail.
These findings indicate that senior medical officers of the Indian armed forces believe that just engaging the sex workers under the grab of female soldiers was not enough to rid the soldiers of frustration and mental stress but the use of mobile phone by troops was also a permanent source of stress and strain for the soldiers, deployed in the occupied valley.
"The problem is not the stress in the encounter, the problem is the cell phone and that should be banned,'' said Lt-General Dipankar Ganguly, speaking on the occasion of the 246th anniversary of the Army Medical Corps here yesterday.
The top General said that cell phones allowed the soldiers to maintain regular contact with their families and get updated on their problems, which led to higher levels of stress among them.
Armed Forces Medical Services Director General Lt-Gen N K Parmar, in his observation, said that the armed forces had taken a number of steps to tackle stress-related issues among the troops. "A confidential move was made in September last by the Army High Command to minimize the level of mental stress and frustration of the soldiers posted in Kashmir," said General N.K Parmar, referring to the move made under the recommendations of General Raj Kumar Committee, constituted by Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor.
But, as reported earlier, armed forces continue to grapple with stress-related deaths in the shape of suicide and `fragging' (to kill a fellow soldiers) cases. In 2008, for instance, there were 151 suicide and four `fragging' cases in the three Services.
While prolonged deployment in operations in Indian occupied part of J&K and North-East are exacting a heavy toll on the physical endurance and mental health of soldiers, they also undergo tremendous stress for not being able to take care of the problems facing their families back home. The problems could range from property disputes and harassment by anti-social elements to financial and marital problems.
Soldiers, of course, also have to grapple with paltry salaries, lack of basic amenities, ineffectual leadership, humiliation at the hands of their officers, and the constant fear of being accused of human rights violations.
It is worth mentioning here that earlier last year, in another bid to relieve the soldiers of the mental stress and sexual frustration, the Indian Army deployed around 200 prostitutes under the cover of Border Security Force's constables in the Indian occupied Kashmir along with the Line of Control in September 2009. The decision of recruiting prostitutes for deployment in the held valley was taken in around February 2009 and Indian Army Chief General Kapoor finally approved it. This decision was taken as result of discussions and consultancies regarding the alarmingly increasing incidents of suicides and killing colleagues by soldiers of Indian army that are deployed in the Indian Occupied Kashmir to fight insurgency.
The Daily Mail's investigations indicate that the factor of suicides and random shoot outs on colleagues by Indian soldiers in the held valley had become a big dilemma for the Indian army top brass. When this exercise gained momentum earlier this year, the army leadership approached different consultants and analysts. The consultants and analysts reached to the conclusion that Indian soldiers, deployed in the valley were committing suicides and killing colleagues out of acute frustration and depression. Medical and psychological consultants and analysts were of the view that since majority of the soldiers, deployed in the valley were married and were away from their wives for very long time, they were gripped by sexual frustrations which ultimately transformed into mental frustration.
These consultants suggested that the soldier posted in the valley should be sent on leaves to be with their wives once a month. This came as another dilemma for the Indian Army's top brass as it was not possible at all to send such huge number of soldiers on leaves with regular intervals. The Daily Mail's investigations further reveal that upon this a Major General was sent to Moscow to get some solution to the problems as Russians have been having some sort of similar problems around 2 decades back. This General, identified as General Kumar, returned with a very strange solution. The Russian consultants told the Indian army that the since the soldiers in the valley were women starving, they should be provided with women to meet their genuine and natural needs.
The Daily Mail's investigations indicate that at this stage, the Indian Army Chief constituted a committee under the command of Lt.General. Raj Kumar Karwal who currently posted as Director General of a training facility of the Indian army while Major General. Sanjeev Loomba, Brigadier. Anil Sharma, Colonel. N K Khunduri and Colonel.
Sanjay Rai were members of the committee. The committee finally came up with the solution that since it was not possible to provide street whores directly to the soldier thus professional prostitutes should be recruited with title of sex workers and than they should be given basic military training and should be posted in Kashmir sector as soldiers so that the male soldiers can establish relations with them. It was also decided that the recruitment should not be made publicly but RAW's help should be sought as RAW was having a huge network of prostitutes in different cities of India. The Daily Mail's investigations reveal that RAW completed the assignment successfully and provided a batch of some 300, semi educated prostitutes to the General Raj Kumar committee after proper medical checkup of every individual. The committee then approached the Army Chief and it was decided that these new recruit should not be made part of mainstream army but should be adjusted in Border Security Force (BSF) and from there their services would be made available for Northern Command. The project was completed by the end of August when the new recruited batch of 300 completed a basic military training and Army Chief was informed that recruits were ready for deployment in the valley.
When contacted by The Daily Mail, Inspector General of BSF Himmat Singh confirmed that a batch of 178 female soldiers was sent to Northern Command where they were deployed along with Indo-Pak border to check the border violations by women, working in the field. Mr. Singh further stated that these women were not fully trained for operational military duties however in the next phase, after further training, they would be given the duties of operational Border security. Mr. Singh refused to admit that these female soldiers were actually prostitutes and were dispatched to the valley as undercover sex workers.


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Hello! I'm Elise Papamihail, Perth stylist/ fashion writer and mum to Chloé (3) and Olivia (14 months). Thanks to the lovely Amy Zempilas, I'm honoured to be back to share some of my STYLE ideas with you.
Everyone has their own 'style' or way of living that's often an extension of their personality. I like to think of style as an instinct, a gut feeling you get when you see a fabulous piece of clothing or just knowing when you feel your best. It's the fine details and inspiration that can be found in so many everyday moments.
Inspired by the simple things in life. Image via zuluandzephyr.com
I believe that living with style isn't all about glitz and glamour. It's how your inner self shines, a confidence and sense of independence from life's valuable experiences.
In less confident moments, often having a positive mindset and seeing the beauty in everyday moments, will help to inspire your creativity.
We all know life is busy and evolves constantly. But it's important not to forget about you. Reinventing your style to suit changing lifestyle needs will keep you feeling fresh.
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FASHION. Obviously fashion plays a huge role in your style, and with the overwhelming options of designers, stores, boutiques and online stores to choose from, trying to find your niche can be confusing, which often leads to impulse buying. The answer? start with the basics… THE WISHLIST. Writing down a wishlist of items you need to create your style including your budget allocation, works wonders. Add ideas for trends. Having a wardrobe of both staple basics and of-the-moment trend pieces can help greatly when selecting outfits.
My Wishlist: Skirt $60 by Oasis-stores.com, top by Uniform Studios $210 and bag by Prism POA both @stylemepeachy, sunglasses $321 by Celine @matchesfashion.com and Rockstud heels $1,201 by Valentino @neimanmarcus.com
INSPIRATION FROM THE PAST. I adore the style from bygone eras such as the 'art deco' elegance of the 20's to the chic sophistication of the 50's, revolutionary mod squad 60's and the glamour of the 70's. Today, so many trends from past eras are being mixed and matched into edgy and eclectic everyday looks. So don't be afraid to experiment!
TRENDING NOW AND BEYOND. This spring, there's been a huge focus on white lace, black lace, black and white, denim on denim, crop top and midi skirts, jumpsuits, white shirts and pastels. But I'm looking ahead for summer and feeling asymmetrical maxi skirts paired with tees and tanks. There's a major stripes vibe (vertical stripes, pyjama style). Bright coloured florals in full midi skirts, plus loving leather investment pieces in shorts and distressed denim cut offs with long robe jackets and flowing 70's vibe maxi dresses. Statement shoes are beautiful for summer paired with basics. Minimalist block colours in hues of olive green, white, and nude work together well and for the very daring, bright pattern on pattern clashes are a stylish standout. And, the gorgeous off-the-shoulder blouses have made a big comeback, perfect for hiding squishy tummies and exposing beautiful necklines and shoulders.
Dion Lee, Michael LoSordo and Bec & Bridge all showcasing their versions of stripes for spring and summer.
Misha Collection. Style as a long summer robe over swimsuits and shorts or on its own as a dress mishacollection.com.au
Classic summer days via One Teaspoon @oneteaspoon.com.au
Love stories intimates now available at @etseq fashion Floreat.
Off the shoulder top $139 by MLM @theyallhateus.com, shorts $253 by Paige denim @stylebop.com, espadrilles by Prism $265 (a selection @stylemepeachy), hat $30 by Hurley @surfstitch.com.
BE YOUR OWN TRENDSETTER. Before major chain stores design their collections, trend hunters are hired to to do specific research. And where do the trend hunters go for their results? TO YOU! That's right, trends are actually set by professionals who study everyday people at everyday events. So it's never too late to become a trendsetter yourself, even with the kids in tow!
Images via @NYTimesFashion instagram
The thing about style is that at the end of the day, you have to be true to yourself and just OWN IT!
Happy styling everyone! Hope I've inspired your day!
Elise x x x x
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Seasonal influences on first-episode admission in affective and non-affective psychosis
Hallam, Karen, Berk, Michael, Kader, Linda, Conus, Philippe, Lucas, Nellie, Hasty, Melissa, MacNeil, Craig and McGorry, Patrick D (2006) Seasonal influences on first-episode admission in affective and non-affective psychosis. Acta Neuropsychiatrica, 18 (3-4). pp. 154-161. ISSN 0924-2708Full text for this resource is not available from the Research Repository.
Background: Since bipolar affective disorder has been recorded, clinicians treating patients with this disorder have noted the cyclic nature of episodes, particularly an increase in mania in the spring and summer months and depression during winter. Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate seasonality in symptom onset and service admissions over a period of 10 years in a group of patients (n ¼ 359) with first-episode (FE) mania (n ¼ 133), FE schizoaffective disorder (n ¼ 49) and FE schizophrenia (n ¼ 177). Method: Patients were recruited if they were between 15 and 28 years of age and if they resided in the geographical mental health service catchment area. The number of patients experiencing symptom onset and service admission over each month and season was recorded. Results: In terms of seasonality of time of service admission, the results indicate a high overall seasonality (particularly in men), which was observed in both the schizoaffective and the bipolar groups. In terms of seasonality of symptom onset, the results indicate that seasonality remains in the male bipolar group, but other groups have no seasonal trend. Conclusions: This provides further evidence that systems mediating the entrainment of biological rhythms to the environment may be more pronounced in BPAD than in schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia. These results may help facilitate the preparedness of mental heath services for patients at different times of the year.
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Reader comment on item: [The Issue of Compulsion in Religion:] Islam is What Its Followers Make of It
Submitted by Mk (Australia), Feb 20, 2008 at 21:08
Americana: you are correct in saying that many Muslim countries are underdeveloped and are not as progressive as non-Muslim countries. You are also correct in saying that this is a result of mismanagement on the part of the so-called Muslim governments.
However, you must remember that the Western nations meddled in the Muslim nations' affairs, and this is what caused the great Ottoman Empire to crumble over the centuries. It was also the cause of the creation of nations like Syria and Jordan, which were previously regarded as being part of one region, not separated by a man-made border. The British lied to the House of Saud about supporting them to unite the Arab lands - they went to Arabia to control the oil, because the whole world depends on it. By controlling the oil, you control the world, and this is exactly what's happening. If you study the history of the Ottoman Empire (watch the videos on YouTube, you will be pleasantly surprised), you will be a lot more informed, and will not make such blind statements.
Also, you must understand that Muslims were united because 1) The content of the Qur'aan has remained unchanged since it was revealed to Muhammad (this cannot be said about the Bible), and 2) A core principle in Islam is that an Arab is not superior to a non-Arab. The West tried to change the Qur'aan, and failed miserably! So they went for plan B, and that was to instill shallow nationalist beliefs in the hearts of the Muslims in the region. This culminated in the creation of Turkey (under Kemal Attaturk), as well as other Arab nations, and hence, the conflict between Arab nations today (Iran, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Palestine (which is now fighting with itself), and illegally-created state of Israel (oh yes, it's no secret, it was illegal)
Ideologies like Wahhabism are at play in the Arab region and this is working against the cause of Islam. These retrogressive movements are detrimental not only to the Muslims, but to the whole world, and as you correctly stated, Muslim nations do not seem to be progressing, and this is due to these extreme ideologies at play.
Think about it: with such rich oil reserves, the Arabian Peninsula would be the wealthiest and most-developed region on the face of this planet! It would be the Number One tourist attraction, and would be the focal point of the world. Instead, it's fighting with itself and its neighbours. It has limited foresight because it has been brainwashed by Western powers, and it has submitted to terrible ideologies such as commercialism and nationalism.
The threat to the world is Wahhabism, not Islam, just like the KKK being the problem, not Christianity as a belief system. View the extremist ideology as a cancer on the body: remove the cancer, medicate the body, and watch the world unfold as it should.
Of course, this is a lot easier said than done, but tell me, what isn't?
Wake up, Oh Muslims!
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Reykjavík - Reykjanes - Blue Lagoon
Breakfast at the hotel.
We will go to the Blue Lagoon from Reykjavík, the Geothermal blue water where one can swim in outside. Blue Lagoon which communicates world of healing power, wellness and beauty, is founded on a unique source of geothermal seawater that originates in Icelands extreme environment. The heart of Blue Lagoons operation is at the Blue Lagoon, Icelands most unique and popular attraction. Guests enjoy bathing and relaxing in Blue Lagoon geothermal seawater, known for its positive effects on the skin. A visit to the spa promotes harmony between body, mind and spirit, and enables one to soak away the stresses of modern life. The spas guests renew their relationship with nature, soak up the scenic beauty and enjoy breathing the clean, fresh air In addition to bathing in the lagoon guests have access to a sauna with a view of the lagoon, a steam bath with white walls that resemble silica mud and a cosy steam bath carved into a lava cave. Guests can also stand beneath a Blue Lagoon waterfall for an energizing massage. Of course, guests bathing in the milky waters of the lagoon have easy access to the famous white silica mud, an essential part of the spa experience. A selection of Blue Lagoon in-water spa treatments and massages are available. They take place in the lagoon, and the fresh air and natural surroundings enhance the feeling of wellness. The steamy/smoky area creates mystic atmosphere that is not found in other places.
We will see Reykjanes peninsula with its magnetic landscape, lava fields and lunar landscape, a no mans land like nothing else. We will drive to the coast as well.
In Reykjavik capital we will see the tallest building in Iceland. Hallgrímskirkja church and the big statue in front of the church of Leif Eriksson, the Icelandic Viking that discovered America long time before Columbus. We will see the national museum which is the most impressive museum in Iceland, among other things has Viking remains and gives you good idea of the Icelandic history. We will take a look at the harbour with all its ships. We will walk in the centre of the city.
Optional: Hafnarfjordur where we can eat in a Viking restaurant, also have a Viking show is possible.
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Fun Topics for Business Women
Whether you're a presenter at a company meeting, a women's networking group or a business seminar, there are several topics that can provide valuable information for business women and be fun at the same time. Whatever topic you choose, remember that a good presenter is one that provides valuable information to participants while entertaining them at the same time.
Bringing "Bling" to Your Business
No matter what type of business you own, you can find ways to add your own personal, feminine touch to it. Whether it's adding a woman's flair in your advertising and marketing, putting a feminine design or paint on your product or hosting a wine-tasting-and-shopping event for your customers, you can find unique and intriguing ways to let the world know that your business is woman-owned. Take advantage of your femininity to bring a special personality to your business.
Channeling Your Inner Business Diva
For whatever reason, women often have a hard time promoting themselves. All too often, this can spill over into the business arena as well. It's important for all business women to know that it's okay to toot your own horn. In fact, it's necessary in order to successfully promote your business. Think of yourself as a diva, and starting shouting your own praises and those of your company.
You Can Have it All -- But Who Wants It?
We used to think it was a myth -- you can't have it all. But several business women over the past few decades have proven that you really can have it all. Now the question is, "who wants it?" The sacrifices we make in trying to have a successful business, the perfect family, the best figure and so on are usually much too high. Trying to make every aspect of your life perfect often means that no aspect will live up to your own expectations. The real answer is to prioritize what's most important to you, and then focus your efforts on the things that mean the most.
A Day at the Spa: 5 Common Business Mistakes
Every woman loves a day at the spa. But it's hard to take care of your business while you're getting a facial. You may be spending every day at work, but if you make these common business mistakes, you might as well be at the spa: choosing the wrong business partner; not conducting thorough market research; sloppy financial planning; inadequate stock management; or hiring the wrong people.
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