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Ruth Robertson
Ruth is a business psychologist and organisational and leadership development specialist with 15 years experience working across diverse industries and assignments. She is passionate about helping organisations bring out the best in their people by unlocking and harnessing the strengths of their people. She founded Executive Strengthin 2010 to support organisations to identify and develop the productive energies of their people to deliver outstanding results. Ruth is particularly interested in the application of the science of positive psychology and uses her signature strengths focused approach in her work with clients around themes which include personal effectiveness, managing pressure and change, authentic leadership, management effectiveness and team optimisation.
For the last 15 years she has facilitated, trained and coached at a variety of levels, from graduates to board representatives and developed leaders and emerging talent across sectors including financial services, pharmaceutical and professional services industries. Her work has taken her across the globe to Hong Kong, New York, Europe and the Middle East.
In the last 5 years, she has developed a passion for working in the healthcare sector, and has designed and delivered a successful leadership development programme for senior leaders for the largest acute trust in the UK. She is about to launch a strengths based E learning programme for NHS clinicians in 2015.Her vision is for clinicans across the United Kingdom healthcare system to have the tools and resources to identify and activate their strengths to be able to do more of what they do best every day to ultimately positively impact patients and the staff they work with.
Her standout strengths are: collaboration, developing others, empathy, relationship building and resilience.


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With a luxurious line, Uniesse makes quality yachts that have clean lines efficient hulls and modern look but most important they are seaworthy and powerful, this yacht is equipped with all needed for a great time onboard.
Inside we find 3 Cabins 1 master with head and 2 single bed cabins make great comfort for all occupants, 2 heads with shower, full galley with all appliances fridge, Freezer, oven.
Equipped with air condition and heater, ONAN generator, liferaft for 10 pax.
Ideal for 10 passengers + 2 crew.
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In 2001, Lyndell and I spent five days in Hong Kong on a stopover from Sydney to Toronto. That was my first introduction to the "squat-and-pee" style latrines in Asian countries. I didn't mind them then and I don't mind them now.
My knees mind them.
I'm hoping that after three months of this activity, I will no longer hear the crunch of my cartilage against bone as I squat to relieve my jasmine-tea-filled bladder.
Urinating in this position is actually healthier for your body than the western toilet. I learned this many years ago and understood squatting to be better for the bladder's optimal drainage versus sitting which doesn't enable one's bladder to fully empty itself. This then puts more strain on the body to relieve itself more regularly, hence keeping this organ working overtime on a perpetual basis. (This company bases its whole product on these findings. Check out this image for a good laugh!)
I must say that they take some getting used to, however. Remembering to bring your own toilet paper is a must and no paper is deposited into the holes but instead is placed in the uncovered wastebasket provided. Sometimes this can be a smelly collection and I've found that holding one's breath is the best solution. All in all, I'm then working my squats AND my lungs. Surely that's exercise!
My room at the university and most modern hotels and shopping centres also offer western-style toilets. As Beijing continues to grow and accommodate travellers, more and more western-style toilets are available. Still, the toilet paper rule applies. In this way, they are keeping miles and miles of sewers free of foreign material and just filled with organic waste.
Now if Beijing would only start a humanure project! With this massive population, I'm sure the city's many coal-driven energy systems could be replaced by the methane, combustion or fertilization possible via human waste.
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Double chin fat can now be safely removed without the need for surgical liposuction thanks to the groundbreaking formula of Kybella. Plastic surgeon Dr. Kevin Sadati is pleased to offer this treatment at his Orange County practice, as it brings beautiful and long-lasting results. Kybella is the marketing name for deoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring molecule that aids in the metabolism of fat in the body. Kybella is an FDA-approved treatment for moderate to severe submental fat underneath the chin or upper neck. If you are interested in learning more about this nonsurgical fat reduction treatment, call the Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery in Orange County, CA.
Ideal Candidates
Kybella injections are used to diminish submental fullness due to fat. There are several factors that can contribute to submental fullness, also known as a double chin, including genetics, aging, and weight gain. Candidates for Kybella must be at least 18 years old and should have firm skin under their chin. Kybella does not treat excess skin, but it helps to dissolve excess fat by breaking down fat cells. Therefore, an ideal candidate needs to have good skin elasticity before receiving Kybella. Though Kybella is most commonly used on the neck, it can be used to contour other areas of the body including the upper arms, abdomen, and flanks.
Before receiving treatment, patients will be able to consult with Dr. Sadati so that he can evaluate their skin elasticity and determine if they will be able to achieve desirable results with Kybella. If patients have substantial excess skin, Dr. Sadati may suggest alternative procedures for removing the skin. During the consultation, patients should feel free to express any questions or concerns they may have. By communicating with Dr. Sadati and his team about their desired outcome, patients will have a better chance at a successful treatment.
Kybella™ Reviews
"Suzanne is a Dream! - Newport Beach, CA - Suzanne Rodgers from Dr. Kevin Sedati's office."- J. / RealSelf / Oct 04, 2016
"Best Med-spa Ever! - Suzanne is such a professional and knows exactly what she's doing! Go to her for any injections!"- M. / RealSelf / May 02, 2017
"Suzanne is Amazing - Newport, CA - Suzanne is the best injector I've ever been to... She always knows exactly what I need to make me feel fresh and beautiful.. and she never overdoes it... And the prices are always right and very competitive the office staff is always so sweet and so very helpful.. I won't go anywhere else.........."- D. / RealSelf / Dec 02, 2016
"Suzanne is amazing!!! I had a bad experience previously, and was skeptical about going to anyone else until my girlfriend highly recommended her. The moment I walked in I felt so at ease, and it was apparent she knew what she was doing. With seventeen years of experience she told me what she recommended and I was completely satisfied with the results. Highly recommend!! Thank you!!"- E.A. / Yelp / Feb 09, 2017
"I wish I could give more stars to Suzanne. . I get my botox and fillers from her.. she's the best ..she never over does it and always I look and feel great.. you won't be disappointed. Thank you Suzanne see you soon. .."- D.H. / Yelp / May 26, 2016
Preparing for Kybella
Prior to their treatment, Dr. Sadati may recommend that patients stop taking certain medications, vitamins, or supplements including Advil, vitamin E, aspirin, and fish oil. These medications can thin the blood, which may increase the chance of bruising after an injection. However, patients should always consult with their prescribing physician before stopping any medication. Additionally, men will need to shave below their chin and on the upper part of their neck before their procedure. Any further instructions will be administered by Dr. Sadati and his team prior to your treatment.
Procedure Technique
Deoxycholic acid, the active ingredient in Kybella, works by destroying the dietary fat in the submental area. It was approved by the FDA in 2015 for the use of breaking down fat cells. Once the fat is eliminated, it will not return. It typically takes 2 – 6 treatment sessions to achieve optimal results, but 79% of patients in clinical trials were very satisfied with their outcome. They also reported that they not only looked younger, but felt happier and more confident.
During/After treatment
Suzanne Rogers, our master injector, will clean the treatment area and then carefully make multiple injections underneath the chin. A topical anesthetic may be applied if requested and a local anesthetic (lidocaine) is also injected to numb the area. The Kybella will then be injected into the layer of fat beneath the skin. The entire procedure takes around five minutes to complete.
Generally, you will begin to see your results after 2 – 4 treatment sessions. If needed, you can have up to six Kybella treatments with a 4-week break between sessions. Common side effects include mild pain, redness, numbness, swelling, and bruising, and patients may need to avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours following treatment.
Plan Your Procedure
- Recovery Time
- None
- Average Procedure Time
- 15-30 mins
- Post-op Follow-up
- As needed
- Procedure Recovery Location
- Out Patient
Kybella Neck Lipo FAQs
Long-lasting Results?
Once the Kybella treatments have destroyed the fat cells in the submental area, they are naturally released from the body. However, patients should keep a healthy, stable weight after the procedure to maintain their results.
Safety Concerns?
Kybella has been approved by the FDA, tested in over 20 clinical studies, and tried with more than 1,600 patients. These vigorous trials have confirmed the safety of Kybella and has lead to positive results for thousands of men and women. Patients should disclose their medical history during their consultation, including any current medications, herbs, and supplements. Kybella is not approved for use in patients under 18 years old and should not be used outside the neck and chin area.
Kybella Vs. Liposuction?
Kybella neck liposuction and traditional neck liposuction are both effective and similarly priced, but Kybella does not involve surgery, general anesthesia, or a lengthy recovery. Dr. Sadati will discuss both methods during your initial consultation to help determine your best treatment plan.
Learn More
As a fat eliminating treatment, Kybella can provide beautiful and natural results for patients. It can allow for a more contoured appearance of the neck or other areas of the body without the need for a surgical procedure. Before receiving any injections, it is important to make sure your injector is trained and certified. At Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Sadati, and our aesthetic nurse injector are experienced in producing desirable outcomes with Kybella injections. To learn more, contact our facility to schedule your consultation today.
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Liam Mulcahy (Victorian Regional Manager) speaks about Preston Hire and the importance of winning HRIA Victorian Hire Company Of The Year:
1. Tell us about yourself, and how long have you been with Preston Hire? I am a hire enthusiast, being in the construction hire industry for over 10 years and in construction for 15 years. I have been with Preston Hire Victoria for 2 years.
2. Were there any particular ambitions you had set for yourself and your branch, and do you think those ambitions lead to industry recognition? My personal ambition was to create a team culture geared towards great systems and processes for ease of business, great quality service, and equipment for long-term relationships with our customers and a safety culture that stands out in a high-risk work environment. All of which we focus on heavily to ensure continual improvement which ultimately leads to recognition internally and externally of the business.
3. What makes you think Preston Hire Victoria stood out from other entrants? Our people are wonderful! The team has gone from strength to strength during very busy periods, all contributing to great outcomes for the business. Preston Hire has a great brand made even better by its employees who work tirelessly to ensure we maintain our reputation as an industry leader.
4. How did the branch react, when you won the award? All the staff were very pleased with the result. We discussed the presentation in our prestart meeting and made it clear that the award is the result of how hard our team work day in day out.
5. What does this mean for Preston Hire Victoria? We view this recognition as supporting evidence to our strong customer base that Preston Hire Victoria is an industry leader.
6. Finally, what's next for Preston Hire Victoria? Preston Hire Victoria will be looking towards bettering ourselves and continuing our focus on exceptional delivery to our customers. In turn, this should keep competition healthy for the next HRIA Annual Awards!
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Liberator Fillie Wrist Cuffs - Spikes
A pair of unique spiked cuffs made from soft latigo leather - and adorned with spikes.
The Fillie Wrist Cuffs - Spikes is a highly comfortable accessory produced by Liberator. Entirely handmade from soft but firm latigo leather, this particular toy is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the thrilling world of BDSM. In fact, these cuffs can be tightened to your liking or even clipped together using the included double-snap hooks. Designed for both men and women, the cuffs are beautifully adorned with sharp nickel-plated spikes for a more intimidating look. The Wrist Cuffs are extremely easy to clean.
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In order to maintain our history and improve communication for all of our graduates, The Firelands Alumni Association (FAA) has been formed. The FAA has set goals and will continue to reevaluate and add to theses goals. Some of which include:
We are asking Firelands Alumni to sign up! There is no cost, and no requirement of volunteer hours. However, we will always welcome the help of anyone who would like to become involved with us!
Firelands Residents,
Through our community engagement process, several questions concerning finances, programs, and the future of the district have been brought forth. The following link and information found below represents our good faith attempt to answer the questions we have received:
The Board, Administration, and Staff value your opinions and are seeking direction on the best way to move our District forward. Please feel free to send any questions you may have to Mike Von Gunten, Firelands Superintendent, by emailing him at [email protected] or calling the Board Office at 965-5821.


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Playgroup at the Library
March 24, 11:00 AMRiverside Public Library
Type: Early Literacy, Playgroup
Age: Babies 0-18 Months
Topic: Sensory Play
All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss. Drop into socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age group.
Location Details: Children's area
Contact Name: Dianna Dyer
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Most writers dream of making a living solely off their creative writing, but often times writers have to go where the work is. A field that has quite a high demand for creative writers is copywriting. However, jumping into the copywriting industry isn't as easy as it looks.
San Francisco SEO copywriter Anna Colibri outlines ten tricks of the trade that can make a beginner copywriter a successful one in no time. Learn more about some key factors such as why copywriters need a business license, getting started on your brand, creating an SEO plan, and more here: http://www.annacolibri.com/how-to-become-a-copywriter/


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Why is it that whenever I have a great run I immediately jump into the idea of what race I should put on my calendar? Does every one else have this problem? Yesterday morning I ran 5 miles. It was relatively humid and hot, as it normally is in July. I had good music, a decent pace, I wasn't sucking wind and was in cruise mode. Even after telling myself to relax and enjoy the run, I felt like every step I took I was calculating what race I could run next, how I could fit in my training and what month would be the best for me.
Then a little doubt crept into my mind and I thought of all the hurdles I would face. The dreaded 4 month sleep regression. The heat of August and September. Bryan's upcoming test for his new position. Would I be ready to even run a race? And then I continued with the comparisons of how I used to run and my times. A lot of times when I run I beat myself up over what I used to be able to do. It's a constant mind battle of "Give yourself a break! You were pregnant for basically 3 years, have two small kids and were in the best shape of your life before you got pregnant" and "You are never, ever going to be as fast as you were! How did you EVER run marathons at the pace you did?!" It's seriously a weird place to be in mentally. I'd say 75% of the time, I'm so happy to just get out there and get some miles in, but every now and then those mind games get me and I wonder why I allow them to take over my thoughts and tear me down.
I normally hate this saying but it's so true and important. I know I need to give myself grace and be patient with where I am. I look back to after I had C and I didn't run for 3 months after I had her, and this time around I've already been running for over 2 months. I also was running much less during the months after having C and not as consistently, and now I feel like I am in a much better place routine wise and can be much more consistent. In May I ran 13 miles, June I ran 45 and this month I'm already at 21 miles, with each of my recent runs getting longer and easier.
On my run yesterday I said it was time to run a race and focus on training for it and no matter what my finish time is, be proud of where I am. So now I'm racking my brain for half marathons in November or the end of October. Do you have any favorites? I want to keep it local and I think I want to shoot for a half because it will give me something to work toward and will increase my long runs on the weekends. I am looking at these three: Revel Canyon, Santa Barbara, and Surfer's Point. Any feedback on them?
I know when things get tough and I start to doubt myself, I have to do this for myself and training for something will make me a better and happier person to be around. I re-read this post I read shortly after I started running with Cora and it all resonates the same this time around! I'm so thankful for the time I can run and need to focus on how far I've come.


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It can be Christmas anytime of the year with this cute USB Christmas Tree.
Simply plug this festive decoration into your USB port and experience its soothing holiday lights and carols.
Press the button on the front of the tree to hear your favorite Christmastime tunes.
Powered by your USB, it requires no batteries.


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Req Number: 18204BR
Position Description:
We are seeking a Fertilizers Specialist to join the Feedstock & Fuel Marketing Division of Domestic Sales & Logistics Dept.
The Feedstock & Fuel Marketing Division is responsible to promote and optimize Gas/NGLs products utilization and marketing in the Kingdom's various industries for maximum economic benefit. This includes evaluating customers' Fuel/Feedstock requirement to maximizing the value-add to the kingdom, promote local content as well as monitoring the development of allocated projects and the performance of the operational customers. Such charter necessitates to provide high level of quality business, engineering, and technical support to all stakeholders including the Ministry of Energy and other Government entities. Fertilizers is one of the major domestic hydrocarbons consumers. The demand and development of this industry is continually growing which require handling by professionals with distinguished technical capability and analytical capacity. This entails the need of expertise in Fertilizers industry.
The Fertilizers Specialist primary role is to perform technical and business activities related to the Fertilizers industry including but not limited to; evaluation of Gas/NGL fuel & feedstock dispositions , perform market analysis on the petrochemical products, develop and negotiate Gas/NGL sales agreements.
Minimum Requirements:
As the successful candidate you will hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized and approved program.
You will have minimum of fifteen years (15) experience in the Fertilizers Industry. You should have a good knowledge of the Fertilizers industry landscape including manufacturing technologies, products portfolios, specialty products & applications, industry economics including projects feasibility studies and Fertilizers products market outlook. Preferably, you should have worked in new mega Fertilizers projects development and consultancy projects.
Duties & Responsibilities:
You will be required to perform the following:
Evaluate Gas/NGL fuel & feedstock requests to ensure best efficient utilization of products and maximize economic returns to the Kingdom. Provide advices to management and decision makers on the viability of the
projects that would generate the most value to the kingdom's economy.
Perform market analysis of the Fertilizers products and advise decision makers to ensure producing the most adding-value derivatives.
Develop and execute GAS/NGL Supply Agreements and execute domestic customer's Design Basis Scoping Paper (DBSP), Engineering & Construction and Operations &
Maintenance (O&M) agreements related to the products delivery systems.
Participate in kingdom's wide energy committees and studies.
Monitor customers' projects progress to ensure that the project execution is proceeding as planned.
Perform market research and market outlook for Fertilizers products.
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Saudi Arabia's vast hydrocarbon resources will see Saudi Aramco become the world's leading integrated energy and chemical company by 2020. Our Chemicals business is a critical, high-profile new enterprise for us and requires committed people with insight, experience and technical expertise.
We can offer professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties a solid, secure future – not to mention extensive international exposure and the opportunity to see your ideas become reality. Work at the forefront of the industry and see how your career evolves with invested time and effort. It's a chance to make a huge impact both on the local economy and on a global scale.


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Posted on: 04/04/2018
SmartestEnergy continues to be the only UK electricity supplier accredited by CDP as one of their Renewable Energy Providers, with the partnership moving into its second year.
The supplier's 100% renewable electricity, which is also independently certified by the Carbon Trust, provides the traceability and transparency to support UK companies disclosing their carbon emissions.
CDP, formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project, runs the global disclosure system that enables companies, cities, states and regions to measure and manage their environmental impacts. Over 6,300 companies disclosed their environmental data to CDP in 2017.
To support businesses with disclosing environmental information, CDP partners with select organisations that provide solutions to support sustainable deployment and tackle climate change.
SmartestEnergy initially partnered with CDP in 2017 and following a year of joint engagement and educational activities with CDP members and SmartestEnergy customers, the partnership will continue through 2018.
CDP has just 6Renewable Energy Providers around the world and SmartestEnergy is the first and only UK supplier to receive accreditation.
David Cockshott, Chief Commercial Officer of SmartestEnergy, commented:
"We strongly believe that businesses trying to do the right thing deserve full transparency from suppliers around renewable electricity. By giving our customers confidence in what they're buying, we can help to drive demand for renewable electricity and support the continued growth of clean energy. We are proud to be continuing our work with CDP in this area."
"The wider impact of decarbonisation is now being felt as increased renewables make the system harder to balance, opening up new opportunities for businesses to actively participate. As well as supporting our customers with their renewable procurement, we are also helping them identify and optimise their operational flexibility – which we see as a crucial step for responsible businesses."
Paul Robins, Head of Partnerships at CDP, commented:
"We are delighted to once again be working with SmartestEnergy to increase the uptake of renewable electricity and carbon reporting by UK businesses. With the support they can provide by bringing transparency and confidence to renewable electricity supply, we're confident that their services will continue being of great value to companies responding to CDP."
SmartestEnergy's certified 100% renewable electricity products are certified by the Carbon Trust to comply with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Scope 2 Guidance. They supply renewable electricity to well-known brands such as the John Lewis Partnership, Saint-Gobain UK and Landsec.
The next deadline for companies to submit climate change data to CDP is 31st July 2018.
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Old Mother Hubbard: Going Shopping at the 2010 NFL Draft
>> 4.22.2010
twenty-odd years later I still know EXACTLY what this kid was supposed to get
We have the Lions' 2010 draft shopping list:
- A developmental quarterback who could push Stanton in camp.
- A starting, three-down power runningback with speed.
- A developmental power-blocking fullback, to complement Jerome Felton.
- A left tackle, who could be groomed to replace Jeff Backus.
- A power-blocking center, to be groomed behind Raiola.
- A starting, disruptive pass-rushing DT to rotate w/Williams & Hill.
- A starting, three-down, two-way defensive end, a la Kyle Vanden Bosch.
- A developmental middle linebacker.
- A starting, athletic, blitzing outside linebacker, a la Julian Peterson.
- At least one starting cornerback.
- A starting safety, who's very strong in pass coverage.
So, let's go shopping. With each pick, I'll give you the players who could fill the above needs, and then rank 'em as I feel the Lions have them ranked, based wholly on my own ill-informed opinion.
Round 1, Pick 2 (#2 overall): Ndamukong Suh, Nebraska DT
2. Eric Berry, Tennesee S
3. Gerald McCoy, Oklahoma DT
4. Bryan Bulaga, Iowa LT
5. Russell Okung, Oklahoma State LT
I've been banging the Suh drum for quite a while, though not as long as some. The fact of the matter is, he's the best overall prospect in the draft, and--just like Calvin Johnson a few years ago, the Lions are going to be in position to get the best player in the draft, because the #1 overall team will take a quarterback. Don't stress if the Rams, as rumored, trade down--nobody's going to give up the necessary king's ransom to move up to 1.1, just so they can turn around and hand a defensive tackle eighty million dollars. Even if, through some ridiculous machinations, Suh goes #1 overall, the Lions will hold all the cards to trade down. So don't stress.
Berry, I'm not sold on. I haven't watched much of his play, but have heard rumblings from those who have that he's still more "jawdropping potential" than "actually a phenomenal safety". Besides, building the defense around two athletic, playmaking, gambling, hitting safeties seems like putting the cart before the horse, especially given the salaries involved. But, a not-insignificant school of thought holds that Berry is the best player in this draft, or the second-best behind Suh, and he inarguably fills a need on the shopping list. Ergo, I place him at 2, over my own objections.
McCoy, I still don't think is the right fit for the scheme--but Schwartz has said there isn't as much separation between Suh and McCoy as everyone thinks, and these two are clearly the two best non-QB prospects in the draft.
Okung, everyone knows my feelings about. When Mayhew was asked if Okung was clearly the best tackle in the draft, Mayhew said he thought there were "two best tackles in the draft," and refused to elaborate. Some have speculated the Lions would prefer Trent Williams, but from what I've read, Williams is a little stiff in pass protection, and needs a lot of technique work. No, I think the more complete LT is Bryan Bulaga. I know he's not the elite ÜBERTAKKEL that everyone has been screaming for since Lomas Brown, but to be brutally, brutally honest, folks, I think the Lions would be happy to Jeff Backus with Next Jeff Backus.
Round 2, Pick 2 (#34 overall): Ryan Mathews, Fresno State RB
2a. Kareem Jackson, Alabama CB, 2b Devin McCourty, Rutgers CB
3. Jahvid Best, California RB
4. Everson Griffen, USC DE
5. Roger Saffold, Indiana OG/OT
While most have the Lions ready to take Jahvid Best if he's there, Mathews is the "power back with speed" the Lions truly covet, not the "speed back" that Best is. I Tweeted Sports Illustrated's Peter King about this, and he said the Lions brass would "do handsprings" if Mathews was there for them at 34.
Kareem Jackson didn't get the attention that his partner, Javier Arenas, did--but Jackson is the much more NFL-ready prospect, even if he isn't quite as head-turning of an athlete. He's a much headier, smarter, more polished cornerback--exactly the kind of Jackson, like Mathews, is about a 50/50 shot to be there for the Lions--essentially, if the Chargers take Mathews, Jackson should fall, and if the Chargers take Jackson or Rutgers CB Devin McCourty, Mathews should fall.
In the unfortunate scenario where Mathews, Jackson, and McCourty are all gone, it's hard to count out Jahvid Best. Best was an absolutely lethal tailback before his frightening neck injury; Scott Linehan's word "eraser" almost doesn't do him justice. Personally, I still question his size, and between-the-tackles mojo. I have a sneaking suspicion that the Lions aren't as high on Best as everyone thinks. That leads me to my next possibility . . .
Everson Griffen is cut right from the Schwartzian cloth: 6'-3", 273, technique, speed, great against the run and a gifted pass rusher. The only reason I hold back my prediction on him--the fourth(ish) option instead of the first or second--is that I don't think he possesses the high-motor, high-IQ psychological profile that Schwartz and Cunningham love. But it's undeniable that he, physically, is a perfect fit.
Roger Saffold is a very versatile guard, who's frame and skill set remind some of Branden Albert, the famed one-that-got-away-when-we-passed-on-him-and-got-Gosder-Cherilus-instead-even-though-Albert-hasn't-been-very-good-at-LT LT. Saffold would fill the swing guard/tackle role that Daniel Loper vacated, and might push Jon Jansen out the door.
Round 3, Pick 2 (#66 overall): Corey Wootton, Northwestern DE
2. Chris Cook, Virginia CB, 2b Brandon Ghee, Wake Forest CB
3. Ricky Sapp, Clemson LB
4. Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Indiana CB
5. John Jerry, Mississippi OG
This pick is going to turn some heads, but everything I read about Corey Wootton just SCREAMS Jim Schwartz. He's extremely smart, very driven, extremely high motor, perfectly framed at 6'-6", 270, has first-round tools but fell due to an injury that hampered his senior year, a true three-down, two-way monster. The troubling thing is that the Lions would be turning down a step-in-and-start cornerback, and they need at least one, but remember what I said? There are too many needs. They're not going to fill all the needs, they're going to take the best player on their board.
#2 is kind of wishful thinking; most mocks I've seen have Cook going in the low second. But, his combination of physicality and football IQ are in the Schwartz mold, and his excellent size (6'-2") and speed (4.46) should help him make up for his lack of polished technique. He can also flex between corner and safety, so the Lions can use him as needed—and really, they need two of him! Ghee is a guy who could go anywhere from the late first to the mid-third, from what I've seen, but he's also fast and loves to hit.
I've been trying and trying to figure out who Gunther's "nobody else thinks I can do what I think this guy can do" linebacker is, and I think I have it narrowed down to two: Clemson LB Ricky Sapp, and Washington's Donald Butler. Either would have the blend of size, speed and high-impact tackling that the Lions want. I'll put Sapp here . . .
Awkasi Owusu is the consolation prize if neither Cook or Ghee fall. Another big (6'-0", 207), fast (4.47) CB/S flex guy, Owusu has excellent ball skills—and is a great returner, both on special teams and after the interception. He's a D2 guy, so he'll need some time to develop. but as with Sammie Hill, the Lions aren't afraid to take the guy from the small school.
Okay, Google disabled my account again, and I've run out of time. No round four, but keep an eye out for Donald Butler, Washington LB, Awkasi Owusu-Ansah, Indiana CB, Ciron Black LSU OT/OG, Mitch Petrus, Arkansas OG/OC, and John Connor, Kentucky FB.


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holiday in the nature
holidays in the nature
A holiday in Romania in the middle of the Carpathian Mountains is something very special: Enjoy the quiet surroundings, take a timeout from everydays life. Learn to be conscious with the possibilities of the nature. Enjoy your stay by yourself, as a couple, with your family or friends.
I'm looking forward to be your host.
Marita Brandlehner
Casa Rubinul Craiului- House on the river
Bârsa lui Bucur Nr.21 (Plaiul Foii)
RO - 505800 Zarnesti/ Jud. Brasov
NEWS: June 2nd, 2014 TAROM will operate 3 direct flights / week from Bucharest to Stockholm. The prices start from EUR 155*, round-trip, all taxes included.
Holiday cottage in Romania
Are you considering a different way to spend your vacation? Are you looking for a place where you have never been - far from huge hotels and mass tourism? Then check out our holiday home in Romania "Casa Rubinul Craiului" for holidays in Romania, Zarnesti / Zernen. Come to Romania, like I did many years ago – and take a closer look at our holiday home Casa Rubinul Craiului.
The same of our blockhouse was formed because of its position in the Carpathians at the mountain chain of Piatra Craiului. Rubinul is the Romanian word for red – because of the spectacular sunsets which turns the Mountains in red light.
Completey made from wood, the lodge stands in the Carpathians mountains - also known as the Transylvanian Alps. The Carpathians offer a big range of activities like skiing, biking, climbing and hiking. Find out more about the holiday home "Casa Rubinul Craiului" in Romania.
Your holiday in our holiday home in Romania! Holiday home is for rent – from 3 days up.
Do you need more rumaenien-info or other informationen about your holiday in romania rumaenienurlaub, about karpatenferien or the rental of a holiday home ferienhausmiete? Please ask us.
Ecological house
The Casa Rubinul Craiului is a ecological house which was built from natural wood from 1.200 m sealevel from the region Craiului in the Carpathian Mountains. The property is without earth and water rays. The electric power comes from our own photovoltaic site and the water from a natural spring on the property. For the heating we provide a tiled stove, which also produces the warm water and all heating devices in the sleeping- and bathrooms. We also have a gaz-therme for warm water.
We try to use the existing energy as much as possible to avoid pollution and to save the green environment for all people.
Casa Sunshine
Casa Sunshine has been rebuilt: relax and enjoy nature in 40 square meters brand new house. Right in front of the building is our covered terrace with table and chairs. Entering the house, on the right side is our kitchen with dining area and on the left hand of the room you find a comfortable armchair.Straight ahead is the bedroom with a double bed, a spacious en suite bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin.In the living room, a small staircase leads to the sleeping loft which is optimal for children or adults. (still now 4 beds here).
Parking is easy, around the property you find enough space to park your car.
Eco Blockhouse
The large residential-style CASA RUBINUL CRAIULUI is a newly built lodge,
which is beautifully situated close to the Piatra Craiului National Park - KINGSTONE PARK . Its wide veranda and the property itself are bounded by a fence. The house is surrounded by grassland and offers an astonishing view to the Carpathian Mountains. Built from traditional wood and stone.
- stunning panoramic views of the wilderness landscape, built with natural untouched wood.
- built on land without terrestrial radiation and without water radiation.
- water from the own well
- electricity from photovoltaic system
- heats with a tiled stove
- warm water is supplied by the tiled stove and boiler.
- short and long-term reservations possible
- if you don't arrive by car it's possible to be picked up in Bucharest, Sibiu or Brasov.
A cozy log cabin, surrounded by meadows and forests awaits you
This self log house will be rented to only one party at a time, so you can enjoy your holidays by yourself, as a couple, a family or with friends. I live in Austria and come to Romania once a while, when the house is not rented.
You get electricity from a photovoltaic system and water from the fountain house. The hot water is generated on the stove. If you have too much power is required (please sparingly with bypass), so you can power over an aggregate generating.
In this beautiful log cabin you can enjoy, natural refuel, meadows and forests, plants and animals and walk, hike or near the stables visit.
An excursion - inn is about 3 a.m. to 4 p.m. km away. It is recommended with a car anzureisen.
You can log in that inhabit the ground floor (the floor is not extended). There are 1 bedroom with double bed and singlebed, shower, sink, toilet, and 1 bedroom with double bed, toilet and sink. Upstairs are a doublebed room with shower, toilet.
The living room with sofa and dining area has a stove and an open passage to the kitchen area.
A terrace is also available. The house is located in an approximately 3.500qm large, fenced grounds. The Land flows on the river, where even in summer can swim indoors. The peace, freedom will enchant you.
WLAN, TV, Radio with CD Player
Cooking pots and pan in different sizes
Cutlery, Glasses and dishes for 7 persons
Corkscrew, can-opener, sieve
Bed linen and towels for 7 persons, dishcloth
On request: a baby crib
Broom, hand broom and vaccum cleaner
Spare bulbs (LED and Energy saving)
Hair dryer
3 Sunbeds and 2 chairs on the terrace
Wooden table and 2 benches for 7 people on the terrace
Our holiday home is close to Plaiul Foii, in the national park Piatra Craiului in the Carpathian Mountains, near the town of Zarnesti, area Brasov, Transsylavia, Romania.
From Vienna to Zarnesti its about 900 km, the distance to Bukarest Airport is approx. 180 km.
For more informations, please visit: detaillierten Anreiseinformationen.


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Mike Jones, the gay prostitute whose allegations led to the firing of Colorado Springs pastor Ted Haggard on grounds of sexual immorality, said Monday that the minister's weekend apology to his congregation was "hollow" and that Haggard still hasn't been honest.
Haggard, founder and leader of the 14,000-member New Life Church, admitted publicly Friday that he had purchased methamphetamine but said he never used the drug. Jones has said he was only an intermediary for the purchase.
Haggard's admission that he engaged in sexual immorality outside marriage triggered his removal, and the fact that his infidelity involved another man had no bearing on the outcome, the Rev. Michael Ware, a member of an outside board investigating the matter for the church, said Monday.
Jones, 49, told talk-show host Peter Boyles on radio station KHOW on Monday that he believes Haggard has "more demons and dirt" he needs to clean out. The Denver Post was invited to the interview.
"He's still lying to himself," Jones said of Haggard, who was fired by church overseers Saturday for "sexually immoral conduct." "If he's not truly honest with himself, he'll never be over it," Jones said.
Jones said he had sex monthly with Haggard for three years, ending in August. Based on those alleged encounters, Jones said he believes Haggard is a homosexual, despite having a wife and five children.
"Ted, you need to be honest with yourself," Jones said over the air. "If you're a gay man, you're a gay man."
Haggard and his family have left town and could not be reached for comment.
Jones said he has received two death threats since identifying Haggard on Wednesday.
"I have not jumped up and down," Jones said. "I have not partied. This is not a fun time."
Jones said he also has received support from as far away as Sweden, Australia and Great Britain.
Jones, who said he works part-time as a model and a fitness consultant, said he is broke now and needs a job. He said he stopped working as a male escort about six months ago even though his ads for a massage appear in a current issue of a gay newspaper.
Jones also expressed a desire to clear up reports that he is a drug dealer, even though he admits working as a go-between to obtain methamphetamine for Haggard. He said he has not been contacted by Denver police about his escort services or the drug sales.
"I've never been a drug dealer," he said. "I have nothing to hide."
Jones said he would visit the New Life Church if he were invited. "I'd love to go down and sit in on services and see how I'm received," he said. "I would like them to see that I am a human being. What I feel sorry for is they still believe in him."
Staff writer Felisa Cardona can be reached at 303-954-1219 or email@example.com.


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Investing in Knowledge Generation, Capacity Building and Education in Forestry
IUFRO fosters discussions on respective needs and benefits at a number of side events during the XIV World Forestry Congress in September in Durban, South Africa.
Climate change, food and water security, biodiversity conservation, and reliable, clean energy are some of the global challenges society is facing today. All have in common that they are highly interconnected and that they are all related to forests and forest management in some ways. Therefore our sustainable development will highly depend on how we manage and use forests in future and how we include forests in meeting the big challenges ahead. Read more…
IUFROLAT III Key Messages
The Third IUFRO Latin American Congress under the theme of "Forests, Competitiveness and Sustainable Landscapes" held in San José, Costa Rica, from 12-15 June 2013, was an extraordinary experience as it brought together a unique range of actors from the natural resources sector of Latin America and provided an ideal platform for intensive discussion and exchange of experiences.


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Letter to Emily White at NPR All Songs Considered.
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Former Phoenix Suns player Dan Majerle makes an impressive catch at a baseball game.
Former Phoenix Suns player Dan Majerle makes an impressive catch at a baseball game.
Awesome !!
Westbrooke buckle ron leg . Ron was not trying to hit him in his man parts.
The calls against certain players because they are not "A-list" players or they have a past should not be tolerated. They are getting paid damn good money to call a game where integrity should not be questioned! If you can't call a game right then why do they allow this to continue. Ron Artest, Metta World Peace or Indiana Ron has played the same way his entire career and now its a problem. We are taking what happened in Detroit and letting that determine what kind of player he is. Tell me this, if you were laying on a table trying to stay out of trouble and someone poured beer on you, what would you do? I'm just saying, call the games right and let us watch an outstanding post-season.
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Strategic speech creation is key to having a powerful keynote speech!
Are you tearing out your hair writing multiple speeches for different audiences and different events? Then how much practice can you get in on that speech to polish it and make it shine? What's your timing? Does your delivery keep the audience engaged? Is your physicality of movement consistent when you're thinking about what comes next?
In my third year of professional speaking, I did 158 speeches in ONE YEAR! (Yes- it was great and YES- it was too much, but when momentum is on your side you sometimes need to ride that wave). During that year I learned how to create systems that would alleviate the stress and allow each constructed speech to shine!
Do YOU want to learn HOW to create powerful keynote speeches that get you booked as a speaker?
I construct the stories first. Then I determine my framework and learning outcomes by logging it all in THIS spreadsheet I created.
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Now, list out every story you have in your arsenal.
Then, fill in the blank for this statement for each story you have in your keynote speech:
"When I'm speaking to ________________ audience, this is the lesson that is RELEVANT to them."
Copy the row of the spreadsheet for each story as many times as you need for the different audiences you speak to or could potentially speak to.
Once you have the LESSONS outlined, constructing the Learning Outcomes becomes easier.
When you have the learning outcomes listed out, then you can start timing your segments, and adding activities for longer workshop versions to give you flexibility and expandability in your speech.
When this Speech Writing Spreadsheet is complete, imagine, receiving a call for a short notice engagement, you pull open your spreadsheet and sort by client's relevancy. BOOM! There are your Learning Outcomes to send to the client.
If you're in the beginning stages of speech-writing, you'll want to review your list of stories and look for the two most powerful stories that can apply to all your audiences. The best one is now your closing story. Your 2nd best is your open. Just like a Necklace, every speech has an open and a close; these stories – the open and the close – are to be the same power opener and power close every time you give your keynote. This will add to your strength, power, and confidence while on stage, and you will become more comfortable (which enables better body language and physicality of movement) as a keynote speaker.
To learn more about my Necklace Theory, be sure to visit my article here: Speech-writing Can Be Easy When You Use This Necklace Theory
Here is an example of how I take ONE STORY – and then revise it for multiple audience types:
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Renowned Chef Alice Waters to Receive Award
University of San Francisco Announces 2009 Recipient of Statewide Prize
SAN FRANCISCO (September 29, 2009)
The University of San Francisco (USF) announced today that legendary chef and restaurateur Alice Waters has been named recipient of its 2009 California Prize for Service and the Common Good. The award recognizes significant service in pursuit of the common good for all members of society, and comes with a $10,000 purse and handcrafted medal.
Alice Waters is a renowned chef and champion of food grown locally. She is credited with helping found the "slow food" movement that has revolutionized how we think about sustainable and organic agriculture. As owner of the legendary Chez Panisse restaurant in Berkeley, her influence is felt across the country as she raises consciousness about how the food we choose affects our health and our planet.
Waters also created the Chez Panisse Foundation in 1996 to support educational programs that use food to nurture, educate, and empower youth. Through The Edible Schoolyard and the School Lunch Initiative, the Foundation envisions a public school curriculum that includes hands-on experiences in school kitchens, gardens, and lunchrooms, and provides healthy, freshly prepared meals as part of each school day.
"I am incredibly honored to receive this year's California Prize for Service the Common Good from the University of San Francisco," Alice Waters said upon learning of the honor. "This award recognizes the work of the Chez Panisse Foundation and shows that the university supports a school curriculum that gives students the knowledge and values to build a humane and sustainable future."
"Alice has championed an understanding that raising and preparing what we eat is both an ethical exercise and an acknowledgement that we share the earth's resources and hold it in trust for future generations," said Stephen A. Privett, S.J., University President. "She has worked tirelessly to introduce school children to responsible food production and healthy eating, especially those in underserved communities."
Waters will be honored Thursday, November 5, 2009 at a dinner hosted on the University of San Francisco campus. Proceeds from the dinner will directly benefit USF student programs-including internships and service learning projects at home and abroad. For more information about the University of San Francisco's California Prize for Service and the Common Good, or for details about the November 5 dinner event, please visit www.usfca.edu/ca_prize/


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I have Linksys E4200 running Tomato. Everything is working great.
I've enabled Tomato internal DNS, and it works fine for local LAN users.
I've setup ipkg and installed poptop. I've configured PPTP VPN server as per website instructions, and it works just fine. I can connect to it fine.
However, for clients connected to VPN, internal DNS server does not respond. Times out. I suspect that has got something to do with firewall rules, but I'm a complete noob when it comes to them.
Has anyone experienced that?
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Inspired by my love of ghost towns and weird abandoned places, the Wash Woods Legacy series traces the lives of various inhabitants of the town of Wash Woods, Virginia. In the early 20th century, Wash Woods was a bustling town of 300 people located on a spit of land about five miles from the North Carolina border in what is now False Cape State Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia. After years of enduring hard storms that flooded the town, the residents abandoned the town. Today, all that remains is the church steeple and a graveyard.
However, their stories remain.


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When making IPsec site-to-site VPN connections, connecting parties often require the encryption domain they connect to through VNS3 to use Public IPs as the encryption domain. This request is typical when connecting to a telecommunication partner. Using public IPs as the remote encryption domains ensures no address overlap between internal and other remote connections.
The third party is requiring a unique public IP for the "Gateway IP", but then also another public IP for the "encryption domain". The connecting partner won't take ANY private IPs in their tunnel definitions. Can VNS3 solve this problem?
Yes, this is something we do all the time, and is fairly straightforward to set up.
Depending on the complexity of your use-case our VNS3:vpn (Formerly VNS3 Free Edition) might do it for you, and at least will let you see how it works.
Here is the gist:
Let's pretend the network behind your customer's device is:
And their IPsec device is 22.214.171.124
Let's pretend your VNS3 Overlay Network is:
And your VNS3 instance gets an EIP of 22.214.171.124
You make the basic IPsec endpoint connection between your 126.96.36.199 - 220.127.116.11
The problem is they won't talk to your host at 172.16.0.17 on your 172.16.0.0/22 Overlay Network (for example).
What you do is, in another VPC, preferably a separate AWS account, allocate an EIP but DO NOT associate it to anything. Leave it there, and alone "forever". Let's pretend you received 18.104.22.168.
Now use that public IP in VNS3 to define the endpoint to the partner's IPsec device.
So instead of trying to create tunnel/cryptomap/policy from
172.16.0.17/32 - 10.10.0.0/16
you will do:
188.8.131.52/32 - 10.10.0.0/16
Then in a simple operation in the VNS3 Firewall we "netmap" the inbound traffic for 18.104.22.168 to 172.16.0.17/32 and back again on the way out. Example below:
PREROUTING_CUST -i eth0 -s 10.10.0.0/16 -d 126.96.36.199/32 -j NETMAP --to 172.16.0.17/32
POSTROUTING_CUST -o eth0 -s 172.16.0.17/32 -d 10.10.0.0/16 -j NETMAP --to 22.214.171.124/32
NOTE: in the event you are using the unencrypted underlay VLAN for your cloud network as an alternative to the unencrypted Overlay Network, simple include this additional rule in the VNS3 firewall:
FORWARD_CUST -j ACCEPT
Problem solved!


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Cut to present day rainy Kolkata. Wearing a borrowed raincoat, Manoj arrives to meet Neeru.
The carefree days of youth are long over. The harshness of day-to-day reality and responsibility have besieged into the duo's disposition.
The once seductively playful Neeru has lost her will to charm. There is an obvious disinterest in the way she carries herself. She is least bothered about her awkwardly worn sari or her untidy mane. Her voice sounds weighed down for untold reasons. Even her unkempt appearance, however, makes for an enigmatic picture.
Uncomfortable, inquisitive, withdrawn and puzzled at different times of the conversation, Manoj drawls back and forth in his chair, restlessly smoking cigarettes, as if he is really making an effort to believe Neeru's tall proclamations.
And then the raincoat does its bit. The truth comes out. And so do their intense feelings for each other.
Told poetically and uncompromisingly by author and director Rituparno Ghosh, Raincoat is a simple tale of two beautiful gestures in one afternoon. Inspired from O Henry's classic short story The Gift of Magi and Radha-Krishna's unrequited romance, Raincoat relies heavily on the simmering chemistry of Manoj and Neeru and the spiritual compositions of Debojyoti Mishra that linger in the background. Indranil Ghosh's cluttered art design and Aveek Mukherjee's muted photography contribute to the essence of Raincoat's narrative.
For someone heralded as the most beautiful woman in the world, Aishwarya Rai looks terrifyingly depressing in the film. Her Neeru looks cynical to the point of suicide. And that's a compliment. Her body language is a strange mix of a passive housewife and a passionate girlfriend. Though the effort to sound rustic shows, the restraint in her dialogue delivery and performance is commendable.
Hesitation, desperation, humiliation — Ajay Devgan conveys them eloquently. His Manoj is no cool dude, but just another lower middle-class guy in misery, with whom none would like to switch place. He particularly stands out in the scenes where he cries in the bathroom, or begs Neeru not to marry someone else.
Some films attempt to showcase a series of wonderful moments and tend to go overboard. Raincoat captures just one poignant moment and tells it as simply it can, leaving you with a 'wow!'


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Post-punk since the '90s has been largely shaped by the music of two bands: Joy Division and Gang of Four. The furious energy, disciplined songwriting and angular guitar work of Gang of Four are clear and direct influences on the likes of the Faint, the Rapture and every band that has identified as "dance punk."
From its 1979 full-length Entertainment! through its most recent album, 2015's What Happens Next, Gang of Four has produced an ever-evolving series of records that take aim at social ills and personal dilemmas with great humor and insight into the bigger-picture issues that affect us all. However, unlike many punk bands, Gang of Four has sagely not taken its direct inspiration from newspaper headlines.
"We've pretty much always steered away from, as you say, going with current topics and voicing opinions about current affairs or whatever," says founding guitarist Andy Gill. "I think there's been one or two exceptions, but I don't think it's a very productive way to go. With the political aspects of Gang of Four, it's not a question of waving the flag or banging the drum for socialism or anything like that. The last thing that Gang of Four has ever wanted to do was tell people what to think. What we've come from is a much more descriptive [approach], searching for a type of realism reflecting the way our lives are like those of the people around us. I think you find a kind of universality in that. We try to put things together very often in a sarcastic, humorous kind of way, but talking about essentially serious things."
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There is nothing dour or downbeat about most Gang of Four music. Rather, the group sounds celebratory and even triumphant in its social critique. As a live band, captured best on the 2016 live album Live...in the Moment, Gang of Four has delivered a fascinating and powerful set of contrasts: angular yet explosive guitar work, Gill's stoic demeanor and the various singers' expressive stage presence, thoughtfulness of tone informed by sublimated disappointment and rage. Those feelings of frustration with society have continued through today.
"I think there was a time in the '70s and early '80s when I thought, and a lot of other people thought, things would generally get better and that the world would become less racist, less sexist, and that there would be progress on all fronts," says Gill. "Of course, that's not how things have turned out at all. One is reminded that history is not a linear development and it goes around in some really weird circles. I think the idea that somebody like Donald Trump could be elected president in America would have been quite a stifling observation twenty years ago. I guess Trump makes Ronald Reagan look like a Democrat. Some of the things that have been going on in Britain — the turmoil of the Labor Party and the Brexit vote are extraordinary situations. It's sort of been coming for a while, and whatever happens next, the album is located in that strange nexus. Not in a direct way, of course, but in the atmosphere around London of the last few years."
Gang of Four, with The Faint and Pictureplane, Saturday, October 29, 7 p.m., Gothic Theatre, 303-789-9206.


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Personal Injury
If you're the victim of an automobile collision in Indiana, you may be having trouble getting your expenses paid, even your medical bills. If the accident wasn't your fault, or was only partially at fault, your insurance company is probably expecting the other party to pay.
Employment Discrimination
If you have been treated differently at work because of your race, sex, religion, disability, nationality, or certain other characteristics, you may have been discriminated against illegally. It is important to find out whether the treatment you received was illegal, because if it was, you may be entitled to back wages and other compensation.
Indiana and Federal Workers' Compensation
If you have been injured at work, you may need an Indianapolis Workers' Compensation Attorney to fight to get you what you deserve. Employers have more money and more resources, and they probably have attorneys to protect their interests. You may not be able to get what you deserve without help.
Black Lung Benefits
If you are a coal miner who has a disabling pulmonary condition because of your exposure to coal dust and rock dust in your coal mining employment, contact your local US Department of Labor authorized Respiratory and Disease Clinic for an examination and help in filing a claim for Coal Workers' Pneumoconiosis (CWP).
Social Security Disability Benefits
Apply online or visit your local Social Security Administration office to file a claim for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. To qualify you either have to meet a listing of conditions that automatically qualify you for such benefits, or you have to be unable to engage in any substantial gainful employment as defined by the SSDI regulations.


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WINNERS OF "TEEN CHOICE 2011" ANNOUNCED Teens Cast More Than 100 Million Votes The following were honored today at TEEN CHOICE 2011, which aired live on FOX from the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, CA. This year, teens logged on to www.teenchoiceawards.com and cast more than 100 million votes in support of their favorite … [Read more...]
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Teen Choice 2010 Red Carpet Ustream Live Webcast August 9 on FOX
FOX AND USTREAM PARTNER FOR "TEEN CHOICE 2010" RED CARPET LIVE WEBCAST Fans Can Catch the Choice Red Carpet Action Live at www.ustream.tv/teenchoiceawards/v3 and www.teenchoiceawards.com Justin Bieber and Diddy-Dirty Money To Perform on TEEN CHOICE 2010 Monday, August 9, on FOX 12th Annual Special Hosted by Katy Perry and the Guys of … [Read more...]
Guys of GLEE, Chris Colfer, Kevin McHale, Cory Monteith and Mark Salling Co-Host Teen Choice 2010 August 9 on FOX
THE GUYS OF "GLEE" – CHRIS COLFER, KEVIN MCHALE, CORY MONTEITH AND MARK SALLING – TO CO-HOST "TEEN CHOICE 2010" MONDAY, AUGUST 9, ON FOX Taylor Lautner, Jane Lynch, Channing Tatum, Ellen DeGeneres, Josh Hutcherson, Cat Deeley, Keke Palmer and the Cast of "Big Time Rush" Among Stars Scheduled to Appear Vote for Your Favorite Nominees … [Read more...]


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There are few greater pleasures in life than a simple (or not so simple!) toasted sandwich.
The humble toastie is the perfect breakkie on the run, tasty lunch or drinking accompaniment (whether that be with a tipple at a bar or at 3am on the way home). Even if you don't fancy yourself as much in the kitchen, guaranteed you can whip up something that is delicious and satisfying.
Trading Plates put the word out to our readers to find out what some of the fan favourites were when it comes to a toastie. Some people like to DIY at home and others prefer a chic brunch restaurant or late-night dude food stop. Either way, we have you covered!
Pulled pork (and anything)
So, it is no secret to anyone who has been to any manner of café, restaurant or bar in Melbourne in the last few years that pulled pork is in – in a big way! Tacos, burgers, salads and any other format you can think of, pulled pork is here to stay. So why not throw it between two bits of bread, throw in some jack cheese, jalapeños, pickles, Dijon mustard or whatever the hell tickles your fancy and get chewing!
Chicken and Avocado
Eggs and bacon, lemon and sugar, apple and cinnamon… there are some classic combos that just work. And chicken and avocado is one of those matches made in heaven. Whether you are a fan of adding cheese (a bitey cheddar is a winner), or maybe some baby spinach and mayo, the chicken and avocado combination is the perfect building block for a great toastie. A seven seed rye bread or something of the sort can also make this quite a nutritious treat!
Spaghetti Bolognese
Spag bol has to be one of the great meals of all time. We challenge anyone not to enjoy this authentic Italian delicacy with a good glass of red! And when you have leftovers from the night before, there is no better way to enjoy brunch than whacking some of this carby goodness in between some ciabatta with a generous grating of Parmesan and toasting that bad boy up. Fresh basil leaves optional for the gourmets among us. Try it; we dare you not to love it!
Baked Beans
While baked beans are sometimes unfairly seen as a poor mans food, nestled tenderly between two slices of ordinary white bread with thick slabs of stringy, tasty cheese, three very beige ingredients can turn into quite the taste sensation. So if you have dismissed the humble bean before, give them another try in this format – it is the food of lords on the budget of peasants.
Ham or Salami
Leftover cold meats are a natural sandwich filler. So why not spice up your usual ham and cheese with some veges like mushrooms or pickes or a punch of heat with some chilli or paprika? It is surprising how far a whack of mustard can go in making something a little bit fancy too. Most importantly, if you are going to go a simple cold cut and cheese option, you cannot underestimate the importance of picking good cheese. A gruyere is always a good starting point…..
So Trading Platers, what did we miss? What is your classic toastie combo?
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August 15, 2014
"Restructuring Clemency: The Cost of Ignoring Clemency and a Plan for Renewal"
The title of this post is the title of this notable and timely new article by Rachel Barkow and Mark Osler. Because I admire and respect the work of both these folks so much, I am going to make sure I read this joint-effort even on a sunny summer Friday afternoon. Here is the abstract:
Over the past three decades, the pardon power has too often been ignored or used to create calamities rather than cure them. Our most recent Presidents seem to realize the system is not working only at the end of their time in office, when they feel safe in giving grants but become aware of the fact that the system does not produce many recommendations for doing so even when asked. As a key constitutional power, clemency deserves to be more than an afterthought to a presidential term.
The use of the pardon power is a necessary element in a fully-functioning system of criminal law. Recent presidents, however, have largely ignored this powerful tool, even as some have sought to expand the power of the office in other ways. This essay seeks both to describe the costs of this trend and to propose important structural reforms to reverse it. Specifically, we advocate for the creation of an independent commission with a standing, diverse membership. While this commission should have representation from the Department of Justice and take the views of prosecutors seriously, the commission itself should exist outside the Department and its recommendations should go directly to the White House. This new model of clemency should also pay attention to data both to create uniform standards and to focus the use of the pardon power on policy as a management tool. An emphasis on data will also help the new pardon commission make evidence-based decisions about risk and reentry. It is time to view clemency reform as a priority for the office of the presidency no matter who holds the position. This is the time to create a better machine of mercy.
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I tend to see the non-use of the clemency power as a political calculation rather than the system being broken as such. The lesson that clemency decisions can turn around and bite hard has been well learned, and so it is no coincidence that the power is not used while someone has to retain their seat or aspires to a still higher office.
There may well be plenty of inmates who are fully deserving of clemency and would cause no further harm if released; but sorting those prisoners from the even larger number who would see a loosened clemency system as yet another con to pull is a Herculean task.
Posted by: Soronel Haetir | Aug 15, 2014 2:44:27 PM
Soronel, which is precisely why a quasi-independent board is highly desirable.
As has been suggested before a five member board is readily available though its membership will provoke howls from all sides. A 3-2 vote for commutation or pardon goes directly to the President:
1. Federalist
2. Bill Otis
3. Michael R. Levine
4. Justice Dept. Representative
5. Prof. Douglas Berman
Posted by: anon | Aug 15, 2014 6:09:17 PM
Isn't this just a fancy way of saying that we should restore the role of the Parole Commission?
Posted by: Observer | Aug 15, 2014 9:42:18 PM
SH: Low hanging fruit for Clemency.
All violators of mala prohibita, and regulatory crimes. Out.
All marginal conspirators in the drug business, girlfriends that took phone messages, charged with conspiracy, but really not involved, except fictitiously. Out.
All child porn downloaders. The production of child porn is child abuse. The viewing is nothing, and is actually associated with big decreases in actual child sexual abuse, as adult pron legalizaton was associated in drops in the rate of adult rapes. I have watched violent crimes on Youtube without suborning them.
All victims of prosecutorial over-reaching, after trying to defend themselves against the lawyer client, the criminal. People with weapons charges who tried to defend themselves or others.
People who threatened the life of the President. His life is not worth more than that of any one else. It is a crime to threaten others only if imminent and prepared to go at the time.
You get the idea. Correct the stupidity of a law, of its enforcement, of its sentencing.
Posted by: Supremacy Claus | Aug 15, 2014 11:16:42 PM
Anon: You forgot a guy.
The crime victim, aghast at the pro-criminal loading of your Commission.
All your members are appalling lawyer rent seeking members of the criminal cult enterprise, intelligent people whose intellect has been totally devastated by the law education indoctrination. They all believe in supernatural legal doctrines. They believe in lawless judicial review. They are all criminal coddlers. Why? The criminal generates massive government make-work jobs. The crime victim generates nothing and may rot. Federalist is a transactional lawyer, who may enjoy dealing with people problems instead of shuffling papers, and generating impenetrable gibberish to hide his clients' real intent. He is the only one without a conflict of interest, in not benefiting from more crime.
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Ambassador Pyatt talking about America House, the creativity-enhancing cross-cultural space that opened this week in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Earlier this year the Public Affairs Section at U.S. Embassy Ukraine approached me about designing graphics to support the new American cultural center in Kyiv. They wanted something that wasn't red, white and blue--colors the U.S. shares with Russia--and they wanted something friendly and inviting that speaks to the vibrant community space that is America House. I shared some early sketches a few months ago, here is the final logo and some materials in action!
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Market Trends for Sortation Technology
Global demand for fast, economic and reliable sortation technology is on the rise. Interroll has the right answer. Interview with Jens Strüwing, EVP & Head of Products & Technology.Watch!
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Morbidly obese patients who underwent bariatric surgery visited the hospital for symptoms related to heart failure less often after the weight-loss procedure, researchers reported.
Among 524 obese patients with heart failure (HF), hospitalizations related to heart failure were down 40% from presurgery levels after 1 year of follow-up in the cohort, said researcher Yuichi Shimada, MD, of Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School inBoston, and colleagues.
But hospitalizations and emergency department (ED) visits for other causes that mimicked heart failure symptoms did not decline following bariatric surgery, suggesting that the observed association was real, they wrote in Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
"A major strength of this study is that each patient functioned as a control for him/herself, effectively controlling for both measured and unmeasured confounders," the researcher wrote. "The observed decrease in the rate of heart failure exacerbation was substantial and consistent across different statistical assumptions."
Obesity is a well recognized, independent risk factor for heart failure, especially heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).
In an accompanying editorial, Philip Schauer, MD, of the Cleveland Clinic Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, and colleagues, noted that there is a relative paucity of treatments for HFpEF that have been proven effective.
"The prospect that bariatric surgery could potentially be the first intervention to offer mortality reduction in the HFpEF population is a tantalizing hypothesis worthy of further exploration," they wrote.
Close to 6 million people in the U.S. have heart failure, and the total number of patients is projected to increase by 46% by 2030, Shimada and colleagues noted, adding that heart failure exacerbations account for 676,000 ED visits and 1.02 million hospitalizations each year.
"In parallel, the United States also has experienced an obesity epidemic. Approximately 40% of patients hospitalized for heart failure exacerbations are obese and studies have demonstrated an association between obesity and HF-related morbidity," they wrote.
While obesity is recognized as a potential risk factor for heart failure exacerbations, the impact of surgical weight loss on heart failure severity has not been widely studied.
The authors analyzed administrative, population-based ED and inpatient sample data from California, Florida, and Nebraska for this case series study.
The primary outcome was ED visit or hospitalization for heart failure exacerbation from 2005 to 2011, and the researchers used conditional logistic regression to compare the outcome event rate during sequential 12-month periods, using presurgery months 13 to 24 as the reference period.
They identified 524 patients with heart failure who underwent bariatric surgery. During the initial reference period, 16.2% had an ED visit or hospitalization for heart failure exacerbation. The rate remained unchanged in the subsequent 12-month presurgery period (15.3%, P=0.67).
In the 12-month period after bariatric surgery, the researchers observed a nonsignificantly reduced rate (12.0%, P=0.052) of ED visits and hospitalizations due to heart failure. However, the rate was significantly lower in the subsequent 13 to 24 months after bariatric surgery (9.9%, adjusted odds ratio 0.57, P=0.003).
No significant reduction in the rate of heart failure exacerbation was seen among obese patients who had nonbariatric surgeries, such as cholecystectomy or hysterectomy.
"Supported by prior studies demonstrating links between obesity and heart failure exacerbations, the present study provided the best evidence on the effectiveness of substantial weight loss on heart failure morbidity," the researchers wrote. "Because a large proportion of obese patients with heart failure would not undergo bariatric surgery for various reasons, including initial high cost and risk of perisurgical complications, the present study also stressed the importance of developing effective nonsurgical interventions that achieve a substantial and sustained weight reduction."
Schauer and colleagues noted that the researchers' reliance on large, administrative databases was a potential study limitation, given the possibility of inaccurate and incomplete diagnostic coding. Data on whether the patients had reduced or preserved ejection fraction and the extent of obesity were also unavailable.
"Future analyses in the field could explore whether reductions in heart failure exacerbations follow a similar time scale as post-surgical reductions in weight, blood pressure, or left ventricular hypertrophy," they wrote. "The ideal next study would be a prospective, randomized, controlled trial of bariatric surgery versus standard management of patients with heart failure and severe obesity, incorporating objective measures of cardiorespiratory functional capacity, such as lean-body mass adjusted peak VO2."
The study was funded by the American Heart Association, Honjo International Scholarship Foundation, and St. Luke's International University.
Shimada and co-authors disclose no relevant relationships with industry.
Schauer disclosed relevant relationships with Ethicon, Medtronic, SurgiQuest, Paciria, and SE Quality Healthcare Consulting. One co-authors disclosed relevant relationships with Sunshine Heart and Amgen.
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Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Source Reference: Shimada YJ, et al "Bariatric surgery and emergency visits and hospitalizations for heart failure exacerbation" JACC 2016; DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2015.12.016.
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Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Source Reference: Vest AR, et al "Failure and fatness: Could surgical management of obesity reduce heart failure hospitalizations?" JACC 2016; DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2016.01.003.


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With half the votes counted, the Socialist Party (PSB) had taken 33%, against only 10% for the centre-right governing party of Simeon Saxe-Coburg.
The conservative United Democratic Forces (UFD) was in second place with around 21% of votes.
The poor showing for the Saxe-Coburg National Simeon II Movement (MNS II) contrasts with a 43% showing in parliamentary elections only two years ago.
Correspondents say Prime Minister Simeon Saxe-Coburg - the former child king of Bulgaria - hoped to repeat his success at a local level what he achieved nationally - breaking the mould of two party politics.
In the capital Sofia, current mayor Stefan Sofiyanski, a former conservative who has formed his own centre-right party, and a socialist candidate, ended neck and neck and will take part in a run-off next Sunday.
The poll was marked by a low turnout of under 40%.
Prime Minister Saxe-Coburg, who returned from exile after five decades, swept to power with promises to improve the living standards of Bulgarians and fight corruption.
However, recent surveys show that almost three quarters of the population feel his government has failed.
There is also widespread nostalgia for the days of communism, as crime rates rise and living standards remain low.
Mounting opposition to Prime Minister Saxe-Coburg's austerity measures have prompted talks of early elections.


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5 Red, White & Boozy Drinks
Whether or not you celebrate the Fourth of July, it's a good excuse to indulge in a cocktail. Celebrate your patriotism with these refreshing (and colorful) cocktails!
Blackberry Thyme Champagne
Champagne cocktail anyone? Drinks like these always seem more fun and festive when they come in the prettiest shade of pink! This sparkling cocktail should most certainly be on the menu for this 4th of July. Recipe Here
Red, White & Blue Margaritas
A beautifully refreshing blended margarita. Add these red, white and blue margaritas to your 4th of July menu. No matter how you celebrate the Fourth of July, it's almost guaranteed that there will be food involved. And what's a cookout or family dinner without a holiday themed drink to top it all off? Recipe Here
Sparkling Blueberry Punch
Sparkling, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this blueberry cocktail will be your favorite thirst quencher for this enjoyable holiday. Recipe Here
Sparkling Red, White & Blue Sangria
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Firecracker Berry Margarita Floats
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Finance Manager
- 401 NE Evans St, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA
- Full-time
- Community: Home Office
Company Description
Stubblefield Properties is an actively growing group of closely held businesses in the ranching, farming and software industries. The finance manager for Stubblefield Properties is an experienced, hands-on and flexible leader that analyzes every day financial activities and subsequently provides collaboration, advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans. The goal is to establish a sound financial management system and enable the company's leaders to make informed business decisions and meet the company's objectives.
The finance manager is responsible for the administrative, financial, operational and risk management of the company, to include the development of strategic planning, financial plans, budgeting, forecasting, ad hoc analysis and expense controlling. The finance manager is responsible for ensuring integrity and transparency of performance measurement against plan to assure financial targets are achieved.
A mutual ownership structure exists between SPI and The Springs Living.
Job Description
- Strategic Planning
- Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
- Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction
- Provide strategic financial input and leadership around decisions which impact the organization such as an evaluation of potential acquisition(s)
- Finance
- Develop and implement a standardized budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis process
- Create and analyze multi-year financial planning scenarios and rolling forecasts
- Develop ongoing financial modeling tools and systems to support strategic objectives
- Oversee the issuance and submission of key financial information on a timely basis
- Operations
- Report financial results to the CEO/board of directors
- Manage any third parties to which accounting, finance or legal functions have been outsourced
- Implement operational best practices
- Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analysis, reports, and recommendations
- Asset & Facilities Management
- Review real estate contracts, property inspections, and other closing documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with state requirements and client instructions
- Help to monitor and direct title companies, closing offices, attorneys and real estate agents to ensure all timelines and contractual obligations are met through escrow periods
- Perform financial analyses, project evaluations, perform due diligence and make recommendations in support of acquisitions, divestitures, recovery plans and other major projects and capital investment and revenue enhancement proposals.
- Gather, analyze, prepare, and summarize recommendations for financial plans, acquisition activity, future requirements, operating forecasts, etc.
- Exercise functional responsibility for property management business acting as liaison between tenants and property owners
- Manage and coordinate all tenant and capital improvements to ensure timely and proper completion of all work within budget
- Risk Management
- Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile
- Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
- Design systems and controls to ensure various departments are accountable for driving productivity and achieving optimal return
- Funding
- Develop and monitor cash flow forecasts
- Arrange for debt and equity financing
- Maintain banking relationships
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business administration, and 7+ years of progressively responsible experience for an established company
Superior knowledge of financial planning and analysis
Experience in agriculture or ranching industry preferred but not required
Financial acumen including demonstrated understanding of financial statements and related disclosures
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, employees, and the general public.
Experience in risk management and commercial banking and investor relations helpful but not required
Must be capable of developing relationships with a wide variety of industry participants
Proven ability to analyze data from multiple sources including internal and external systems and resources
Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with people of diverse backgrounds to secure and/or provide information to clarify situations provide feedback, coaching and training, and to resolve problems
Excellent analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills
Advanced skills in utilizing Excel, BI, PowerPivot, PowerPoint and Accounting Software for advance analytics
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Upholds The Springs Living AIM Values
Demonstrates safe working practices at all times
Listens effectively and provides clear, concise, and accurate verbal and written information including all relevant documentation
Cooperates with others to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and resolve problems
Maintains a professional image to residents and fellow co-workers, in words, actions, and appearance
Maintains confidentiality and privacy of our residents and staff at all times
Meets the needs and wishes of customers (residents, staff, and families) appropriately by being prompt, polite, professional, and personal
Makes the best decision based on information while resisting the influence of peer pressure and emotions
Consistently reports to work on-time and completes scheduled shifts
Adaptable and willing to change in order to ensure success
Completes all assigned duties efficiently and accurately
Attends education and training classes as necessary
Effectively and dynamically leads employees, inspiring their confidence and motivating them to consistently perform their duties according to highest standards
Assures environment for employees in a manner they consistently feel valued and respected
Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer