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The Origins Of Barre—And 3 Killer Moves You Can Do At Home
She fled the Nazis, cavorted with the rich and famous and is credited as being the original creator of what we know today as Barre-based exercise methods.
Lotte Berk was a German Jewish dancer who—with her British husband—lived in London in the late 1930s. Soon after, a back injury led her to devise a series of dance-based exercises effective for rehabilitation, toning, strengthening and keeping off kilos.
In today's world, what she devised has morphed into various Barre-based methods popular the world over, but none more so on a global scale than Xtend Barre®. So how and why has Berk's original vision survived so long?
The Lotte Berk Studio
In 1959, inspired by her rehab experience, she opened The Lotte Berk Studio in her basement. Word got around that it helped with creating or sustaining the body beautiful, and she was known as the body sculptor of some pretty famous women—Brooke Shields, Joan Collins and Brit Ekland, to name a few.
As for the method's now global popularity, how did the Bar (Berk spelled it with one 'r') concept spread to the US and lead—eventually—to such methods as Xtend Barre®? The Berk Method was similar to how Pilates morphed and spread around the same time.
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One of Berk's students, Lydia Bach, was so impressed with the technique that she bought the rights to Lotte's name and in 1971 opened The Lotte Berk Method exercise studio in Manhattan.
Ten years later, two US-based sisters, Burr Leonard and Mimi Fleischman, fell in love with the Lotte Berk Method class and ended up buying a license to operate Lotte Berk Method studios elsewhere. At the end of their 10-year license term, they founded The Bar Method in 2001.
During the same period, other former Lotte Berk Method teachers began to develop their own versions of the technique. Over time, the departure of original teachers from the scene caused the Lotte Berk Method itself to fold in 2005, but the key bar concept and class design was so effective that it continued to evolve into the licensed brands we know today.
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Enter Xtend Barre®
In the early 2000s, Andrea Rogers, a professional dancer, was certified as a classical Pilates instructor. She soon realised cross training for better client results was beneficial, so she incorporated dance elements and music into Pilates sessions, challenging coordination, rhythm and cardiovascular fitness. Through this approach, clients gained energy, enjoyed elements of dance, and importantly, had fun.
In 2011, Andrea released Xtend Barre® Lean & Chiseled and it took off. Over several years, Xtend Barre® rapidly expanded across the US, and internationally, opening studios in France, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand and more.
3 killer barre moves
Want to get a taste of Xtend Barre at home? Here are three killer moves from the Xtend Barre® method for a total body workout:
Fold Over With Leg Lift
Place hands on the back of a chair and step away, just a few steps. Lift one leg waist-height (or as close to) and then bend it slowly at the knee. Rise up on to toes on that same leg and then relevé up and down, small pulses. If you have a Barre ball, place that between your thigh and knee and squeeze with each pulse down.
Pliés at the Barre
Start with first or second position (ballet). Feet are a little wider than shoulder distance. Raise both heels then bend and rise at the knee with one hand on the barre (or a chair). Rotate the thighs out, as this is for quads and outer butt muscles. Pulse within range or try for the challenge zone, but not too low and not too high.
Xtend Planks
Great for upper body! Forearm planks are basically for shoulders utilising the abs. Get into plank position—body straight, forearms on the ground shoulder distance apart, neck straight and flat and eyes looking straight down. Then, do release rocks, back and forward. If you have a ball, place your feet carefully on top of it to enhance the challenge.
Do all of these for three repetitions of eight as often as you like without losing good form; you will feel and see the difference.
Heather Thomas Shalabi is the co-founder and Director of Flex Studio Hong Kong, with locations in Central and One Island South.
Xtend Barre challenge at Flex
The Flex 30 Day Xtend Barre Challenge starts in April and runs through May 20, 2018 with up to 30 percent off regular packages. See more info at flexhk.com
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It's hard to believe that Love Jones hit the big screen 20 years ago. To date, it happens to be one of the most talked about movies referencing Black Love and situationships. Not only was the movie spot on when it comes to relationships (even nowadays), but the soundtrack was on point. Maxwell, Lauryn Hill, Dionne Farris, and even Duke Ellington were arranged perfectly to deliver the messages sprinkled throughout this film.
Darius Lovehall and Nina Mosley are the visual definition of "It's Complicated". Most of us have experienced the kind of relationship they had from the sex on the first date to the attempt to label their situationship to the presence of the EX which influences the present. We've all been there. Watching it play out is a life lesson on screen. Despite watching it happen, we still dive into these relationship situations like we don't know any better.
The cast of friends plays an important part in this movie. The jealous friend, the married couple, the female homie to the fellas, and the truthful best friend are an important part of how these relationships play out. We always look to our friends for advice and their opinions matter greatly. Whether we think it's right or wrong advice, we strongly consider it.
Darius and Nina knew what they were feeling but reluctant to label it. Nina's ex was still a factor and her decision to seek closure was a deal breaker for her and Darius. At that moment…pride, ego, and lack of communication put things into perspective for both of them. Her decision to tell him is a hot debate topic between people and always causes conversation. The way they handled their "-ship" thereafter almost caused an irreparable rift.
"It's Complicated" wasn't a thing back then but if it needed a definition, Darius and Nina were it. They were on and off, hot and cold…all while knowing they wanted each other. Relationship games aren't new, they just take a different approach as time changes. Oddly enough, this movie is 20 years old but there are plenty of Darius & Nina's running around.
This 'Black Love' story should be on everyone's "must-see" list. Aside from a solid soundtrack, the life lessons and stories are realer than real. It's not streaming on Netflix right now but you can catch it here.

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Educational counselors guide students, helping them find the right line of study for their future. Counselors help students identify personal strengths and aptitudes, determine their interests, and gauge their emotional, mental, and intellectual capabilities and limitations. They break down barriers to potential fulfillment and help students mature into the best people they can be.
A cheap online master's in educational counseling is an excellent investment for people looking to break into the field. Students learn skills in applied developmental theory, data analysis, data interpretation, and individual and group counseling leadership. Compared to graduates with bachelor's degrees, an affordable master's in educational counseling online leads to enhanced earning potential and a more diverse range of career opportunities. In most places, a master's degree is also the minimum academic requirement for official educational counseling licensure.
Completing an affordable online educational counseling master's will qualify you for jobs in schools and colleges, as well as career centers, private enterprises, and government settings. In 2018, educational counselors earned a median salary of $53,660 per year.
While educational counseling is a highly rewarding field, it is not the world's highest paying industry. That's why it's important for you to find the most affordable online master's in educational counseling available. Our rankings are designed to help you do just that. Here, you can identify accredited programs that offer an optimized balance of quality and affordability. This will help you obtain the best return on your educational investment while taking advantage of the flexibility and convenience of an online education program.
Fort Hays State University
|Value Score 8.55
Fort Hays State University's online master's in school counseling program offers learners a two-step approach to school counseling and psychology education. Step one is the completion of the school's 30-credit master of science in school psychology, which may be completed in four semesters and two additional summer workshops. The majority of coursework for this program may be completed entirely online but students must spend five days on campus in Hays, Kansas to complete advanced workshops. To apply, students must hold a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Upon completing the master's program, students may elect to pursue step two, the school's 36-credit education specialist in school psychology program. Unlike the master's degree, which is based more in theory, the education specialist program teaches more specific, in-depth knowledge about important areas such as legal issues in schools and cultural diversity. Students must also complete at least two hands-on practicums as part of the curriculum.
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Chadron State College
|Value Score 8.41
Chadron State College's master of education in school counseling is a four-year, 39-credit program that trains school counselors for public and private elementary and secondary schools. The program is taught in a hybrid fashion, with most courses available entirely online but several that must be taken on campus. In addition, students pursuing a K-6 or 7-12 counseling endorsement must complete 450 internship hours. For those pursuing a K-12 counseling endorsement, 900 internship hours must be completed.
To apply, students must earn a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.75 or better from a regionally accredited institution. In addition to filing the application and providing relevant transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions (if applicable), prospective students must complete an in-person interview at the college's campus in Chadron, Nebraska. If accepted following their interview, students must also complete an in-person orientation at the school's Chadron or North Platte campus.
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Angelo State University
|Value Score 8.07
Texas-based Angelo State University's master of education in guidance and counseling trains students for public school and higher education counseling positions. This 36-credit master's in school counseling can be completed entirely online in less than two years. Upon graduation, students have the option to take the Texas Examination of Educator Standards (TExES) for the Professional Certificate for School Counselors.
Applicants need not sit for the GRE, but they must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 (this score includes grades on all repeated courses). Alternatively, applicants must have attained a minimum GPA of 2.75 for the final 60 credit hours of undergraduate work. Additionally, learners who seek State of Texas certification must hold a Texas Teacher Certificate and have at least two years' experience teaching in an accredited public school. Once admitted into the program, students are automatically considered for the Carr Graduate Scholarship based on their undergraduate GPA.
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University of Massachusetts-Boston
|Value Score 7.80
University of Massachusetts Boston offers its school counseling degree primarily online. Most of the 60-credit school counseling master of education can be completed remotely, but students must take two clinical courses in their first semester that are only offered on campus at UMass Dartmouth. The two classes take two weeks to complete and typically take place at the end of June into the beginning of July. UMass offers housing for this time. Students must also complete in-person internships and practicums over the course of the 60 credits.
Before applying, the university recommends that out-of-state students contact their state's licensing board to inquire whether UMass' program meets their state's licensing requirements. To be admitted, students must have earned an undergraduate degree with a GPA of at least 3.0. Applications must have also completed two or more social science courses and have at least one year of human services experience through work, volunteer, or research positions.
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Southern Arkansas University
|Value Score 7.53
Southern Arkansas University's master of education in school counseling prepares students to become professional counselors in Arkansas and a majority of other states. By balancing theory with hands-on applications, this online master's in educational counseling trains students to use the Comprehensive Developmental Guidance Programs set in the American School Counselor Association's National Model and National Standards when working with children and teenagers.
This 48-credit master of education in school counseling takes three years to complete and is presented in a hybrid fashion. Students must attend in-person summer instruction. An education license is not required for admission, but students who possess an education license prior to enrollment may pursue an advanced credential. Although out-of-state students have to pay more than their in-state counterparts, the $22,416 total out-of-state cost (compared to $15,936 in-state) is highly affordable for a master's in school counseling online.
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University of Central Arkansas
|Value Score 7.33
The University of Central Arkansas's master of science in professional school counseling consists of 48 credits that include field internships and practicums. The program offers primarily synchronous class sessions, though occasional asynchronous sessions are also included. In addition, students are required to attend two in-person Saturday sessions at the university's main campus in Conway, Arkansas.
This master's in school counseling online prepares students for both licensing school counseling tracks available in Arkansas. Students who wish to enroll in this program do not require an Arkansas teaching license. However, students who do not have a teaching license must submit scores from the GRE or Praxis Core examinations. Learners who do possess a state teaching license prior to enrollment may pursue studies for additional licenses in professional school counseling. Applicants must also possess an undergraduate degree with at least a 2.7 GPA or a 3.0 GPA for the last 60 credit hours of their undergraduate study.
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University of North Dakota
|Value Score 7.13
With both in- and out-of-state students -- including online learners -- paying in-state tuition, the University of North Dakota's online master's in counseling emphasis in K-12 school counseling is a notably affordable master's in school counseling online program. Consisting of 50 credits, the program generally takes two and a half years to complete. Classes are held live during evenings, so students will need to log into their online portals at set times. Attendance at two four-day, on-campus visits each summer is also required. Students receive a firm theoretical foundation and hands-on experience in a program known for its focus on social justice.
To apply, students should possess a bachelor's degree with an overall minimum GPA of 2.75 or a GPA of 3.0 in the last two years of their undergraduate study. Students must have completed 20 credits of prerequisites at the undergraduate level in statistics, educational psychology, instructional methods, and classroom management. The school also requires three letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and a phone interview.
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Adams State University
|Value Score 7.01
Thanks primarily to its asynchronous approach to instruction, Adams State University offers its students a highly flexible master's in school counseling online program. Students enrolled in its two-year master of arts in school counseling program need only attend two one-week-long, on-campus sessions held once each summer at the school's Alamosa, Colorado campus. On occasion, students must also participate in a synchronous audio class held during the week, but this class is given at times when most students are able to login to listen.
Applicants to this program do not need to hold a license in education prior to enrollment. However, upon graduation they will need to take the appropriate Colorado PLACE examination to receive authorization to work as a K-12 counselor in the state. Applicants should submit two professional letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and an official transcript from the accredited baccalaureate institution from which they earned their degree.
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Lamar University
|Value Score 6.68
Lamar University's online master's in school counseling program is about as cheap as such a program can be -- and yet remains as rigorous as students demand. Regardless of where they reside, students pay a flat fee of $275 per credit hour for the hybrid master of education in school counseling, making it a highly affordable choice.
The entire program consists of 48 credits that can be completed in 22 months. Although most courses may be completed entirely online, students must complete two five-day, on-campus residency seminars in Beaumont, Texas that include practicum and internship components.
In addition to possessing a bachelor's degree, applicants must possess a valid Texas teaching certificate and two years of teaching experience at a Texas Education Agency-approved public or private school. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is also required. Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or higher may request a waiver from the GRE requirement.
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University of West Alabama
|Value Score 6.66
The University of Alabama's master of education school counseling certification is a 48-credit program that is available entirely online. There is one exception: practicum and internships must be completed on-location in schools. The program's two required internships total 600 hours. To graduate, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and successfully complete the PRAXIS II comprehensive examination.
Program applicants must comply with strict guidelines such as submitting fingerprints and passing a background check. They must also hold a baccalaureate-level teaching certification or a master's-level professional educator certificate in an area of instructional support. Two years of education experience in teaching or instructional support at a regionally-accredited school, postsecondary school, or educational agency is also required. Work in a state-approved private or parochial school is acceptable as well. Experience as an intern, graduate assistant, student teacher, or substitute teacher are insufficient to meet the program's requirements.
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University of Louisiana at Monroe
|Value Score 6.41
Unlike other online school counseling programs, this master's in school counseling degree gives students the option to concentrate in clinical mental health counseling, school counseling, or both. Students who pursue clinical mental health Counseling will be trained for a number of unique mental health positions that include art therapist, play therapist, and rehabilitation counselor. The school counseling concentration prepares students for positions in K-12 counseling as well as positions in career counseling and school administration.
Students who wish to enroll in the university's master of science in counseling must have achieved a bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.8 GPA -- or a 3.0 if concentrating in clinical mental health -- and a combined score of 900 on the GRE. Learners who already possess a master's degree are exempt from the GRE requirement. To complete the 60-credit program, students must take a minimum of 12 credits every semester.
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Liberty University
|Value Score 6.37
Christian institution Liberty University's master of education in school counseling does not require an education license for admission. Moreover, this hybrid online school counseling program is hospitable to transfer students, as it allows for the transfer of up to 18 accredited credits from an unconfirmed degree. Additional admission requirements include a bachelor's degree, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and unofficial transcripts. Pre-graduate examinations such as the GRE are not required.
While the admissions requirements are lighter than at other colleges and universities, the hybrid nature of this program may be more demanding than that of other online master's in school counseling programs. This is because Liberty's program requires students to attend several in-person intensive courses on the university's campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. The program also requires the completion of a six-credit internship prior to graduation. The 48-credit program may be completed in eight semesters, including summers.
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University of Missouri-Columbia
|Value Score 6.04
The University of Missouri's master of education in educational, school, and counseling psychology with an emphasis in mental health practices in schools is beneficial for school counselors, K-12 teachers, special education professionals, and community-based practitioners. However, this program does not provide school counselor certification or any professional counseling licensure.
For students who are already in the school or public counseling field, this program is a highly flexible way to advance one's skills. The program's 34 credits are delivered entirely online, so no campus visits are required at any time. Students take one or two classes per semester, including summers, and typically finish their studies within two years. Distance learners qualify for in-state tuition rates regardless of where they reside, so at an estimated program cost of just $13,855, Mizzou's is one of the most affordable online master's in school counseling programs out there.
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Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
|Value Score 5.99
Affiliated with the Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University's master of arts with a major in school counseling is distinctive among online school counseling programs for linking counseling techniques and theories with Christian principles that train graduates to be servant-leaders within school settings.
The 48-credit program consists of several components, most of which can be completed entirely online. Students take 27 credit hours of nine core counseling courses, followed by nine credits of three specialization classes and one elective course. However, one 100-hour practicum and two 300-hour internships must be completed on-site at an educational institution. The program also requires two in-person weekend intensives, one in late October and one in early May. Up to nine credits may be transferred from an accredited university to help complete the program.
For admission, students must hold a bachelor's degree, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and a GRE verbal score of 146 or higher. Applicants must have also completed six credits in psychology and six credits in biblical studies.
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Salem College
|Value Score 5.30
Salem College's master of education in school counseling is a research-driven program that teaches students about important issues such as ethics, legality, and advocacy. Training in program management and action research is also unique to this particular master's in school counseling online program. Its hybrid approach combines online classes with a 100-hour in-person practicum and a 600-hour in-person internship. Additionally, learners must attend two on-campus weekend seminars held in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Upon completion of the program, students are required to sit for the Praxis II Specialty Area Test in School Counseling in order to become licensed.
Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions. A personal statement, professional writing sample, and two recommendation forms are also required. Finally, applicants must consent to a thorough background check.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
|Value Score 5.25
The master of education in educational psychology is unique among master's in school counseling online programs for assigning each student to an advisor who provides guidance through the duration of the program. Although working with the advisor is not mandatory, the university highly recommends that students maintain contact with their advisor at the start of every semester.
The 30-credit, part-time program is designed with flexibility in mind. The entire course of study can can be completed entirely online over two years. During a final semester before graduation, students will have to sit for the Educational Psychology comprehensive examination, which may also be completed online in its entirety.
In addition to filling out the program's online application form, students must provide an official copy of their undergraduate transcript, submit a two-page personal statement, and prepare a professional resume.
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The University of Tennessee-Martin
|Value Score 5.23
The University of Tennessee Martin's master of science in education with a major in counseling stands out among online school counseling programs for offering four separate concentrations as part of its degree program. Students may choose to concentrate in school counseling (48 credits), clinical mental health (60 credits), addictions counseling (60 credits), and student affairs and college counseling (48 credits). A four-day in-person counseling residency is a part of each concentration and must be taken on campus in Martin, Tennessee.
In addition to submitting a two-page-long personal statement, applicants must provide three letters of recommendation from superintendents, principals, teachers, professors, or employers. They must also submit a resume that highlights their relevant educational and professional backgrounds. Finally, the university requires documentation of applicant teaching experience as well as a GRE verbal score of 285-300. Once the application is complete, all applicants go through a thorough background check.
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Concordia University-Wisconsin
|Value Score 5.17
Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Concordia University's master of science in education counseling program trains students for school counselor positions in both public and parochial schools. Recognizing the value of counseling within the greater community, Concordia's master's in educational counseling online also trains students to become effective community counselors.
Students may concentrate in school counseling or professional counseling. For each concentration, a majority of classes may be completed entirely online. However, each concentration features at least two three-credit courses that must be taken on campus in Mequon, Wisconsin. Another distinctive feature of this program is that students may pursue a number of theory- and Christianity-based electives geared specifically toward each concentration. Concordia offers a 25% tuition discount for Christian school educators.
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Oregon State University
|Value Score 4.83
Oregon State University's master's in school counseling online is well-established throughout the northwest as a rigorous academic program. OSU's master of counseling, school counseling is offered in pure hybrid fashion, with half of courses offered online and another other half available via in-person classroom meetings held on the school's Salem, Oregon campus for two weekends each semester. In years two and three of the 75-credit course of study, online practicum and internship classes meet synchronously, so students will need to plan to login at specific times on specific days.
At $521 per credit hour, this online school counseling program is competitively priced, making it an excellent choice for an affordable, high-quality education. To be considered for admission, students must have earned a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (note that students who have completed a graduate degree must also hold a GPA of 3.0 or higher).
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City University of Seattle
|Value Score 4.47
City University of Seattle's master of education in guidance and counseling comes in a 49- and 54-credit version, both of which can be completed in two years. Completing the latter provides students with Washington State Education Staff Associate (ESA) residency certification, which qualifies them to work as a counselor in any public K-12 school in the state. Regardless of which version students pursue, classes take place in a cohort-based structure, with 80% of instruction happening in live classrooms throughout the week and 20% of learning completed online. To help accommodate busy work-week schedules, in-person courses are taught on weekends.
To apply to this unique mixed-learning program, applicants need to have earned a bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.75 GPA. In addition, applicants must demonstrate one year of professional or volunteer experience with youth. If an applicant has already earned a master's in counseling from another institution, the university offers an ESA-only program.
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Southwestern Assemblies of God University
|Value Score 4.46
Southwestern Assemblies of God offers a highly flexible online master's in school counseling. With the exception of the practicum requirement, the entire 36-credit program can be completed online. The 160-hour, six-credit practicum must be completed on-site in a school. For a limited time, new students in this degree program also receive a 15% tuition grant of up to $750 per semester for the duration of the program.
During their studies in the master of education in school counseling curriculum, students learn how to analyze counseling problems in culturally diverse environments. They also learn how to evaluate various issues that surround standardized testing. Upon completion of their studies, program participants must pass the Graduate Comprehensive Examinations (or compose a thesis prior to graduation approval).
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University of the Southwest
|Value Score 4.40
The University of the Southwest's master of science in education, school counseling is a fully online program that trains students in ethics, group and family counseling, and child and adolescent counseling. The 42-credit curriculum allows students to take two electives for a total of six credits, distinguishing this master's in school counseling online program from many others. Notable elective courses include introduction to play therapy, human sexuality, and psychopathology for school counselors.
Prospective students should have completed their bachelor's degree with a 3.0 minimum GPA. To apply, students must submit unofficial transcripts by mail or fax and complete the online application form. No prior work experience with children is required. The university also advises all out-of-state students to check licensure requirements in their state prior to applying, as this program primarily prepares students for counseling licensure in New Mexico. To graduate from the program, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
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Missouri Baptist University
|Value Score 4.19
An evangelical Christian institution, Missouri Baptist University combines liberal arts education with a Christian point of view. MBU's online master of arts in counseling (school) program is taught exclusively by Christian faculty. And while the degree is open to all students regardless of their cultural or religious backgrounds, MBU's Christian perspective is a major element of the school's online master's in counseling program. Because of this, students graduate with the ability to work as counselors in both schools and churches.
The entire two- to three-year course of study can be completed online asynchronously, making this online master's in school counseling program an excellent choice for working professionals. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to pursue a Missouri counseling license and will be well-positioned for doctoral studies, should they choose to pursue them.
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Hampton University
|Value Score 3.63
Hampton University's online specialist in education in counseling program is designed for learners who have already earned a master of arts in counseling from an accredited institution. This 30-credit program, which takes one year to complete across three semesters, trains students in counseling leadership and is specifically designed to propel careers forward. Students may start in the spring or fall, and will take courses on topics such as research, human sexuality, and ethics and legal aspects of counseling. Students are also required to take a course in grant writing. All courses are taught in conjunction with the Hampton University School of Nursing.
For admission, applicants must submit all prior academic transcripts. A personal statement of self-reflection and career goals (under 1,000 words) is also required. The program's cost per credit hour is $695, and financial aid is available to qualified applicants.
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Mercy College
|Value Score 3.33
Mercy College prepares students to work as counselors in schools as well as public and private agencies. Mercy's master of science in counseling is a 48-credit program that is offered online -- with the exception of internships -- on a full-time and part-time basis. The program generally takes two to three years to complete and part-time students who need more time may take up to (but no more than) five years to finish. Students may specialize in counseling with certification in school counseling or certification as a school counselor with a bilingual extension. Upon completion of the program, students qualify to begin the 3,000-hour, two-year externship required by New York State, where Mercy College is located (the school is based in Dobbs Ferry).
In addition to having completed their undergraduate studies, applicants should submit a personal statement, professional resume, and two letters of reference. Applicants may also be required to complete an in-person essay on an assigned topic.
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Creighton University
|Value Score 3.09
A unique feature of Creighton University's master of science in school counseling and preventative mental health is its training in pre-K counseling. The 36-credit, two-year program features eight-week online courses followed by a nine-month internship. After finishing core courses, students must choose the elementary school guidance, secondary school guidance, or PK-12 school counseling track. Nebraska residents who seek certification for work as counselors in elementary or secondary schools should apply with 24 credits of social/behavioral science courses and a teaching certificate.
Tuition costs $525 per credit, making this program an affordable, competitively-priced option. Creighton also offers scholarships to those who qualify. Admitted students will be considered for scholarships automatically. Awards are based on academic achievement, prior experience, professional recommendations, and the applicant's personal essay. Educators who work in Catholic schools also receive special scholarship consideration. Scholarship recipients must maintain their academic performance throughout the program in order to maintain their award.
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Gwynedd Mercy University
|Value Score 2.86
Gwynedd Mercy University's online master of science in school counseling consists of 48 credits. All coursework prior to one practicum and two internships can be completed entirely online. GMU's practicum requires 100 in-person hours. Each internship requires 210-in person hours. The first internship places students in a Pre-K-8 environment and the second in a 9-12 environment. This program's instruction in Pre-K counseling differentiates it from many other online school counseling degree programs.
To apply, prospective students should submit their transcript from an accredited undergraduate institution from which they earned a bachelor's degree. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required to be considered, but the university will evaluate a lower GPA on a case-by-case basis provided that prospective students complete an interview with the admissions committee. A professional resume, writing sample, and two supervisory references are also required for the application. Applicants who are not native English speakers must also submit TOEFL scores.
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Our Lady of the Lake University
|Value Score 2.85
Our Lady of the Lake University's online master of education in school counseling strives to connect its online community of students to its on campus community as deeply and harmoniously as possible. Our Lady's 48-credit master's program can be completed entirely online in eight semesters spanning two years -- with the exception of on-site practicums -- and the university's online resources are designed to make sure students have direct contact with their instructors and peers. Our Lady encourages professors and students to engage as colleagues pursuing a common goal.
Students who hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA may apply to this program without taking a pre-graduate exam. Applicants whose undergraduate GPA is between 2.75 and 3.0 may present scores from the MAT or GRE. Those applicants with GPAs below 2.75 must take the GRE and prepare a statement explaining their GPA.
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Lehigh University
|Value Score 2.46
LeHigh University's master of education in international counseling is unique both for its focus and its method of delivery. The school's program teaches professional counselors to theorize and intercede in culturally therapeutic and sensitive ways. Particular attention is paid to the rich differences characteristic of schooling and family life in international communities. Students are taught to understand how a third culture colors the daily lives of those families who are in the midst of a transition from one country and culture to another. To reinforce this international focus, an in-person component of the hybrid delivery method is taught in Greece every other year on even years. Other live components are offered on campus in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
The program consists of 30 credits and does not require prerequisites to apply. Applicants must submit transcripts demonstrating a 3.0 GPA or better in their completed undergraduate studies as well as two letters of recommendation and a personal essay.
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Seton Hall University
|Value Score 2.45
Hall's online master of arts in school counseling prepares students for careers in K-12 school counseling. This 48-credit program can be completed in eight semesters across 24 to 30 months. Students are grouped in cohorts and instruction is given primarily online, but students must complete two four-day on campus residencies in South Orange, New Jersey, one at the start of the first year and another at the start of the second. The cost of these residencies is built into tuition, but students must provide for their own transportation. A nine-credit, in-person internship is also required for graduation. Seton Hall does not accept transfer credits from other programs.
Unlike many other master's in school counseling online programs, Seton Hall's program does not require prerequisite courses. Applicants need only hold a bachelor's degree with at least a 3.0 GPA and have completed the GRE. Prior work experience with school-aged students is not required.
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Dillon Casey has been promoted to a series regular on The CW's Nikita.
The actor made his first appearance as Division operative Sean Pierce in the show's second season premiere.
Originally contracted to appear on a recurring basis, Casey has now been promoted to a full-time cast member, according to Deadline.
In addition to his Nikita role, Casey has played recurring roles on The Vampire Diaries and MTV's Skins.
He also starred in CBC's Being Erica and has appeared in episodes of Warehouse 13 and Torchwood.
Nikita showrunner Craig Silverstein recently hinted that the second season will explore characters' back-stories.
The show continues on Fridays at 8/7c on The CW.
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What is the most striking stream of fashion today! Getting in to the dresses that have always remained the ultimate desire of yours, isn't it? But how to have the near-perfect body for you, this indeed comes out to be a pertinent question which can surely help you a lot in acquiring a lean and fit frame!
So let us talk about one such method of doing it – doing what? Shedding down those bulges which you find ugly and troublesome is indeed a must. Liposuction comes out to be a savior in this case and there are many things which can really work out in this favor.
The Lipo LED machines have come up to be the ultimate thing which can actually help you out and that is when you need to have the best of the things working for you. These machines have always been a favorite of those who seek out to flush that crude fat from the body. But there is a reason as to why there has become an increasing liking for this procedure.
Why it is the favorite of yours!
For a simple reason that it does not leave any kind of mark on your body as is the case with the surgical procedures, so this is the reason that many people have been willing to have this procedure working for them. There are many things which cannot have the desired effect on the body and that's what comes out to be of supreme importance.
Also, the procedures are safe and do not have any kind of trouble that may affect you. The tools used are safe and that is what provides for you the benefits that will work in your favor.
For whom the liposuction is for!
If you have been trying hard to have the best of the things working for you then surely there are LED machines are simply the perfect. So with the help of these machines, you can get the desired effect and will be able to have the weight that you have always been looking for. Many factors matter when you are going for the fat removal process.
Make sure the surgeon that you pick is eminent and has a wide experience in this segment. So there remains no probability of facing any kind of downside when it is about using the LED machines on a massive scale.


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Wound Care
Chronic, non-healing wounds, those that haven't shown signs of improvement in several weeks or are not responding to typical treatments, need extra help to heal. Difficult wounds of this type are often caused by injury, disease or poor blood supply. Kosciusko Community Hospital provides specialized treatment for these types of wounds.
If you suffer from a chronic or non-healing wound, speak with your physician about our Wound Care Clinic. You may be a candidate for our outpatient program. If you are, the Wound Care Clinic will work with you and your doctor to deliver:
- Advanced therapies.
- Proven clinical protocols.
- An individualized, comprehensive plan of care that brings you the most appropriate and effective treatments for your particular needs.
- Assessment and ongoing care by our highly skilled team of wound care specialists.
- Thorough training for you and your family on caring for the wound at home.
- Education materials and resources related to prevention, nutrition, hygiene and other key topics for you and your family.
- Ongoing communication so that you and your doctor stay informed and up-to-date on all aspects of your healing.
Frequently asked questions:
Does this mean I have to change doctors?
Not at all. The Wound Care Clinic works with your personal physician in the same way as we would any medical specialist. We keep your doctor informed on all aspects of your treatment with frequent progress reports. While you'll be receiving treatment for your wound from the Wound Care Clinic, you'll continue to receive all of your routine care from your physician.
Does insurance cover treatment?
Many health plans cover Wound Care Clinic treatments. We can help you determine what your specific plan covers.
What can I expect at the first appointment?
The first appointment consists of an in-depth assessment by our wound care team, a review of your medical history, blood tests or additional tests if needed, and recommendations for your treatment plan. Please bring your medical records, insurance card, a list of all medications you are taking, and a list of allergies you may have to the first appointment. Please anticipate that your first visit may take up to two hours.
For more information, please contact:
Tara Little, FNP-C, CWS
Kosciusko Community Hospital Wound Care Clinic
2101 E. DuBois Drive
Warsaw, Indiana 46580
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At Monsanto, we're all about sustainable solutions. That's why we're committed to getting the public involved in a global conversation about the methods we're using in order to help grow enough food for a growing world. Ask your own questions regarding anything from honey bee health, GMOs, to sustainability in agriculture and more.
Whether it's in soybean or cotton, the Roundup Ready® Xtend Crop System will utilize herbicide-tolerant trait technologies to help maximize yield potential, weed control and quality.
In December 2015, Monsanto announced a first-of-its-kind program to introduce a model for carbon neutral crop production that will help reduce the carbon footprint of crop production.
Sustainability is a journey that presents a constant but welcome challenge: how can we push ourselves to achieve even more? How do we feed a growing planet in a changing climate?
We work to help farmers produce food in a sustainable way. We think holistically about how our food is grown so farmers have the tools they need to have better harvests - to make a plate of meats, grains, fruits and vegetables within reach for every family.
With growing populations, increasing incomes and new health recommendations, the demand for a wider variety of high-quality vegetables will continue to increase, causing an immediate need to harvest more quality, nutritious food from each unit of land, water and energy. We are working with farmers to meet these challenges by developing vegetables seeds that enable growers to produce tastier, more nutritious vegetables that help them conserve natural resources.
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Nobody ever said running a small company would be easy. Considering the extensive daily responsibilities of a small business owner, one thing Britain's community of busy entrepreneurs don't have time for is chasing up business suppliers for a connectivity blackout or a website crash.
Unfortunately, many suppliers are still failing to deliver the level of service needed to run a small company efficiently.
Now, we want to take your experiences of poor customer service and dud deals to the suppliers. To help us fight the corner of small business owners, we're asking you to take out your frustrations on our supplier satisfaction survey.
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Anybody small business owner knows the importance of a fast and reliable broadband connection. The debate over how to best serve the small business community has seen government commit £200m for infrastructure investment.
However, too many entrepreneurs continue to suffer at the hands of slow internet and poor customer service. Tell us how your network is performing.
As with broadband, gas and electricity are obvious staples for any working space. But again, many small companies are let down by poor customer service.
Citizen's Advice has campaigned for "affordable, accessible, safe and fair" non-domestic energy. Will this desirable balance ever be a reality for small business owners, or is there an inevitable trade-off between price and delivery?
England's water utility market was deregulated on 1 April 2017, giving small business owners the option to choose whichever supplier they felt could best meet their needs.
By opening up the market, water watchdog Ofwat suggested up to £200m would be saved by owners. We want to know what the real experiences have been of small business owners and their water suppliers.
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When choosing a mobile phone network, small business owners are faced with the most crowded marketplace of any kind of service.
We want to use those experiences to uncover the hidden gems and help busy entrepreneurs find the most suitable services for their journey.
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In 2017, it is a given that every small business should have some kind of online presence. According to figures from eBay, small firms remaining offline forfeit an annual revenue boost of £20,000.
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Anointed By God (A.B.G.) is an innovative group of anointed vessels on a musical mission to represent Christ. Gifted in some many areas, they are instruments in which His word can be transformed into musical artistry. They creatively deliver a new refreshing sound and have a commanding presence that connects with every listener. Their mission is to share the goodness of Jesus Christ through song that can reach, teach, and touch everyone, according to Psalms 89:1.
Anointed by God is currently working on their first record Anointed By God and in preparation to release their first single "Tribute To You." Get ready to enjoy a blend of pop rock laced with urban contemporary.


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Tributes paid to 'Lawrence of Arabia' star O'Toole
LONDON – World leaders, film critics and Hollywood stars remembered Peter O'Toole on Monday as an actor of towering talent, blue-eyed Irish charm and unfettered hell-raising — an icon of a vanished, less strait-laced era of filmmaking.
"There won't be any more like that, will there?" said 73-year-old actor Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in several "Harry Potter" films.
O'Toole, the 81-year-old star of "Lawrence of Arabia," died Saturday in London. Britain's prime minister and Ireland's president were among the many expressing condolences
Irish President Michael D. Higgins said O'Toole had been "unsurpassed for the grace he brought to every performance."
O'Toole was nominated eight times for an Academy Award without winning — a record. He was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2003.
Nick James, editor of film magazine Sight & Sound, said O'Toole was "an actor with a kind of bohemian quality to him which has kind of passed on — largely to do with health and safety concerns on movie sets."
"You're not allowed to behave that way anymore," James said. "You don't get hell-raisers anymore because you can't get them insured."
O'Toole had long suffered from ill health, his famously handsome face eroded by years of prodigious drinking. He gave up alcohol in 1975 following serious health problems and major surgery, but was unrepentant about his life of excess.
"If you can't do something willingly and joyfully, then don't do it," he once said. "If you give up drinking, don't go moaning about it; go back on the bottle. Do. As. Thou. Wilt."
James said O'Toole's career "was intrinsic to the times he lived in, the milieu he moved in."
"I don't think he would have wanted it any other way. The arts have always dallied with the dark side in order to feed creativity."
Seamus Peter O'Toole was born Aug. 2, 1932, the son of Irish bookie Patrick "Spats" O'Toole and his wife Constance. There is some question about whether Peter was born in Connemara, Ireland, or in Leeds, northern England, where he grew up, but he maintained close links to Ireland.
After a teenage foray into journalism at the Yorkshire Evening Post and national military service with the navy, a young O'Toole auditioned for the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and won a scholarship.
He went from there to the Bristol Old Vic, where his 1955 "Hamlet" was acclaimed, and was soon recognized as one of the most exciting young talents on the British stage.
International stardom came in David Lean's epic "Lawrence of Arabia." With only a few minor cinema roles behind him, O'Toole was unknown to most moviegoers when they first saw him as T.E. Lawrence, the British World War I soldier and scholar who led an Arab rebellion against the Turks.
His sensitive portrayal of Lawrence's complex character garnered O'Toole his first Oscar nomination, and the spectacularly photographed desert epic remains his best known role. O'Toole was tall, fair and strikingly handsome, and the image of his bright blue eyes peering out of an Arab headdress in Lean's film was unforgettable.
Playwright Noel Coward once said that if O'Toole had been any prettier, they would have had to call the movie "Florence of Arabia."
Further Oscar nominations followed for "Becket"; "The Lion in Winter"; "Goodbye, Mr. Chips"; "The Ruling Class"; "The Stunt Man" and "My Favorite Year."
He almost turned down the honorary Oscar in 2003. Hoping another Oscar-worthy role would come his way, O'Toole wrote: "I am still in the game and might win the bugger outright."
And one did. He was nominated again for the 2006 film "Venus." True to form, he didn't win.
O'Toole's later stage career was patchy. The 1980 "Macbeth" in which he starred was a critical disaster of heroic proportions. But it played to sellout audiences, largely because the savaging by the critics brought out the curiosity seekers.
"The thought of it makes my nose bleed," he said years later.
In 1989, however, O'Toole had a big stage success with "Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell," a comedy about his old drinking buddy, the legendary layabout and ladies' man who wrote The Spectator magazine's weekly "Low Life" column when he was sober enough to do so.
A month before his 80th birthday in 2012, O'Toole announced his retirement from a career that he said had fulfilled him emotionally and financially, bringing "me together with fine people, good companions with whom I've shared the inevitable lot of all actors: flops and hits."
"However, it's my belief that one should decide for oneself when it is time to end one's stay," he said. "So I bid the profession a dry-eyed and profoundly grateful farewell."
O'Toole's marriage to Welsh actress Sian Phillips ended in divorce in 1979, after 19 years of marriage. The couple had two daughters, Kate and Pat.
A brief relationship with American model Karen Somerville led to the birth of his son Lorcan in 1983.
His daughter Kate said the family had been overwhelmed by expressions of sympathy.
"In due course there will be a memorial filled with song and good cheer, as he would have wished," she said in a statement.


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M. Mollard, F. Pedraza, B. Bouchaud, X. Montero, M.C. Galetz, M. Schütze
Surface and Coatings Technology 270 (2015), 102-108, DOI: 10.1016/j.surfcoat.2015.03.015
The influence of the superalloy composition and crystal orientation on the formation of an unconventional thermal barrier coating system (TBC) is reported. A 6 μm-thick Pt layer was first electrodeposited onto a directionally solidified (DS) CM-247LC and a single crystal (SX) PWA-1483 substrate followed by annealing. A water-based slurry containing Al microparticles was then applied and annealed to form simultaneously a ceramic top coat and a diffusion bond coat. Irrespective of the annealing treatment (Pt, slurry), thinner diffused layers were obtained with the SX than with the DS material. Dual PtAl2 and (Ni,Pt)Al phases formed in both diffused layers but Cr segregation at the coating/substrate interface restricted further ingress of Pt and of Al into the SX superalloy compared to the DS one. This was related to the greater Cr content in the SX than in the DS material and to the absence of grain boundaries in the former. Nevertheless, a ceramic top coat composed of hollow alumina spheres formed over the thermally grown oxide and the diffused layer on both substrates.


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Is there a way to use Sencha Touch for a form that gets filled out by a user and then the information from the form that was filled out gets emailed somewhere?
The thing is, a lot of the time, the iPad will not have internet connection -- so the email that contains the information will need to be stored somehow until connection is established. I would greatly appreciate some help on this and can explain further if needed.
I am trying to build an iPad app with Sencha touch and then will wrap with PhoneGap to make it a native app -- and I am no programmer, but I'm trying to make this work.
Any tutorials and/or sample code would be very, very helpful.


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My 3 month old girl has always been a fussy eater since day 1. My wife tried breast feeding from day 1 but could only last 4 weeks due to our little girl not getting enough milk. So we went to formula (aptamil) and it took her ages to finish her bottle,but she did eventually finish it. We had a good routine going where she would feed on a regular basis. Then she was struck down with D and V for about a week. She was admitted to hospital and kept in overnight given dyralite for 10 hours and then milk was then reintroduced @ 2oz every 2hours and then gradually increaseing over the next few days. Its been nearly a week and our baby girl will only have a 6oz feed at the first feed in the morning, after that she will only have 2-3 oz of feed and then she starts crying. so we stop feeding her,but 10-15 mins later she starts crying again for food. We give her the bottle but she will only feed for minute or so and starts crying again. This process carrys on for well over an hour and it's distressing for my wife. We've swapped to aptamil comfort but that hasn't alievated the problem. I was wondering if any1 had any ideas how we can get her to feed properly and why it's happening! Our 2 year old son didn't have this problem it took him 20 mins to down his bottle and his weight gain was steady process. HELP!!!!
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Nick Judge
Hi Nick, this seems like a common problem. Try checking out the answers to these other questions, as they may be helpful too.
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Oreo Cheesecake is so easy to make thanks to a prepared Oreo pie crust, an easy no bake cheesecake filling in chocolate and vanilla cream, and loaded with Oreo cookies!
It's no secret that I LOVE no bake pies. They're cool, light, and so perfect for summer get togethers, picnics, and BBQ's.
I grew up hating Oreos and it was not until my mid 20's that I actually ate one. I did not like how Oreos left all the black crumbs in my mouth and teeth, so I just never ate them for the longest time.
But I am pretty sure I have made up for lost time with all these Oreo dessert recipes. This Oreo cheesecake just might be my favorite.
This Oreo Cream Pie is also a favorite at my house. Our oldest usually requests it as his birthday cake. I think he inherited his mom's dislike of a traditional birthday cake 🙂
Oreo Crust. Make your life easier and just buy it. I honestly like the store bought crusts better because they hold their shape and they're not crumbly. But yes, of course, if you wanted you can make your own Oreo crust.
Sour Cream. Yes weird, but it's what makes this taste like cheesecake and it helps tone down all the sweetness.
Cream Cheese. Because cheesecake 🙂
Cocoa Powder. This is what makes that creamy chocolate layer in the pie.
Cool Whip. Yes whip your own if you want, of course it will be delicious. But the Cool Whip will save time and still taste amazing.
Granulated Sugar. Powdered Sugar. Vanilla Extract. Sweeteners for the cheesecake filling and chocolate filling.
- The Oreos will soften up as the pie sits in the fridge. I don't mind this at all and will usually make it the night before I need the pie. But, if you're worried about it, just refrigerate the pie for the minimum time of 6 hours before serving. The Oreos will still have some texture to them.
- With that said, don't let soft Oreos turn you awasy from this pie. We were still eating leftovers on day 4 of this pie and it was still amazing. Soft Oreos and all 🙂
- For best results use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream. The taste is a million times better when using the full fat, real versions. The lite cream cheese and sour cream have weird additives to make up for the less fat and calories. Which I *think* make it taste odd.
- If you want to get real fancy, buy a pack of regular Oreos and a pack of the Chocolate Oreo cookies. Use regular for the vanilla cheesecake and chocolate for the chocolate cheesecake filling. I've done this and while it sounds cool, you can't really taste or see the difference so I just stick with the regular chocolate Oreo cookies for this pie.
- If you prefer homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip - combine 1 cup heavy whipping cream + 1/4 cup powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Beat until stiff peaks form. About 4-5 minutes. Add to recipe as called for.
- Oreo Cookies & Cream Blondie Bars
- Oreo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Cookies & Cream Oreo Pudding Cookies
- Mint Oreo Fudge
- Triple Layer Oreo Pudding Pie
- No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake Pie
- 1 (6 oz) store-bought Oreo crust
- 1 bar (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 carton (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 cups chopped Oreo cookies (regular or chocolate oreos)
Optional garnishes
- additional chopped Oreos or mini Oreo cookies
- whipped cream
- Add cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract into a mixing bowl. Beat together until combined well and creamy. Add in the Cool Whip and beat together, or use a spatula, until it's combined and mixed well.
- Divide the mixture in half. Just eyeball it, no need to measure. Keep half of it in the same mixing bowl and place the other half into a separate mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Add 1 cup of the chopped Oreo cookies to one bowl. Stir and spread evenly into the prepared Oreo crust.
- To the other half; add the cocoa powder & powdered sugar. Stir together until combined. Add the remaining 1 cup chopped Oreo cookies and stir. Spread this into the pie crust on top of the white Oreo cheesecake filling.
- Cover the pie with the enclosed lid (from the crust) and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight is fine too.
- Serve with additional whipped cream and chopped Oreos, if wanted. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days!


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St. Ann
Dear Parishioners of Our Beloved St. Paul:
Praised be Jesus Christ, and Mary, His Most Holy Mother! On Tuesday of last week, July 26th, the Church kept the liturgical commemoration of Sts. Joachim and Ann, the Holy and Righteous Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary. They are the grandparents of Our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and in the Eastern Church they are called, the Holy and Righteous Ancestors of God.
As is well known, often a grandmother is called nana or a variation of that word. It, in turn, is derived from the Latin for Ann which is Anna. St. Ann's very name indicates that she is a grandmother.
St. Ann is one of the most powerful intercessors in Heaven. She has been invoked by the Christian faithful since time immemorial. She is the patroness of expectant mothers, of women experiencing difficult pregnancies, of all children and of young women seeking a suitable Catholic husband. She is invoked as a protectress against lightning. St. Teresa of Avila founded over 16 Carmelite monasteries in Spain during the sixteenth century, and she placed all of them under the patronage of good St. Ann. St. Teresa wrote, Surely, Our Lord Jesus Christ, will never allow to founder any home dedicated to his most Holy and Glorious Grandmother.
After her death in the Holy Land, St. Ann's Holy Body was brought to Brittany in France and buried deep in the mountains for protection. During the sixteenth century, miners discovered the holy remains of St. Ann in a mine. In that place today stands the magnificent basilica of St. Ann d'Auray. In that basilica many pilgrims come to pray before the tomb of St. Ann. The Breton people (the inhabitants of Brittany in France) brought their love of St. Ann to the New World, to New France. And there in Quebec they built the magnificent shrine of St. Ann de Beaupré. Perhaps some of our parishioners have even visited that lovely shrine where so many miracles have occurred.
Because of the circumstances surrounding the discovery of her body, St. Ann is the patron of miners. For that reason each year at the Basilica of St. Ann in Scranton, Pennsylvania, there is a novena in her honor attended by scores of thousands. (Scranton was formerly a major coal mining region in our country).
I know a lady who had a very difficult pregnancy and who was told by many doctors she would lose her child. She had to remain on total bed rest for six months of her pregnancy and she prayed to St. Ann incessantly to spare the child. She dedicated her unborn child to St. Ann and promised that, if the baby were a girl, she would name her Ann. A baby boy was born safely, and in the providence of God became a priest. The miracles, graces and favors wrought through the intercession of St. Ann are innumerable. The Little Sisters of the Poor are very devoted to St. Ann, and after St. Joseph, she is the secondary patroness of the congregation.
How blessed we are that a family who wished to remain anonymous gave to St. Paul's a magnificent woodcut statue of St. Ann, hand carved in Italy. The statue is given simply In Loving Memory of Josie, and it is in our Daily Mass Chapel. Visit this statue and pray to good St. Ann. It is my hope that after we are all gone and forgotten the future generations of St. Paul's will love and invoke St. Ann. The presence of this statue gives me great personal joy because when I was ordained a priest 35 years ago I had made a promise of mine that if ever I were to be made a pastor of a Church I would place a statue of St. Ann in the Church. For you see, the lady to whom I made reference above is my own mother who passed away earlier this year, and the baby boy is now your Pastor. Had it not been for St. Ann, I would not be here with you today.
St. Ann, Mother of her who is our life, our sweetness and our hope, pray for us!
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ST. PAUL'S CENTERSTAGE PRODUCTION OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: Please see the bulletin announcement for all the information about the St. Paul's Centerstage Production of Beauty and the Beast. Many parishioners have been working very hard to provide this musical play for us. Please see the bulletin for the dates of performance and join us for a wonderful evening or afternoon of entertainment. It will be well worth while. I am very grateful to the cast and staff of Centerstage for their efforts and very diligent work.
THE SOLEMNITY OF THE ASSUMPTION: This year the Solemnity of the Assumption falls on a Monday (August 15th) and therefore the obligation to attend Holy Mass is dispensed this year. Nonetheless, it is my fond hope that many of our people will come to holy Mass that day to honor Our Lady on her principal Feast. The one Mass that day will be at 8.00AM in the Chapel. I would encourage all of you to fast and pray from August 1st until the 15th. This is a very ancient tradition and is often referred to as Our Lady's Lent.
PARISH GALA DINNER/DANCE AND CASINO NIGHT: Please save the date of Friday October 28th. That will be our annual Parish Gala Dinner/Dance and Casino Night. Once again we will have the casino night provided by the M&M Twins (my good friends, Marco and Michael Posillico). This proved to be so enjoyable last year and was a great success. May I ask and invite all parishioners to attend this wonderful evening at the newly refurbished Cottage of the Milleridge Inn. Mr. Butch Yamali, the new owner of the Milleridge Inn, recently invited me to go there to bless this new endeavor. I was accompanied by the Chair of the Gala Mrs. Paula Maturo and by committee member Mrs. Anne Maione. I entered every room of the Inn to bless it and sprinkle the Holy Water, all the shops, and the cottage and carriage house. It is remarkable how this historic inn is being restored to its original splendor. Mr. Yamali is a good friend to us at St. Paul's and I would encourage everyone to come that night and to see the refurbished Inn. It is our major fundraiser through the course of the year. You may have noticed that this year I have completed 35 years as a priest. I am very honored that on that evening we will also celebrate these years of priesthood. We do not honor the priest individually, for every priest's prayer is that of St. John the Baptist, he must increase, but I must decrease. But rather we give thanks to God for the gift of the priesthood which is love at the heart of the Church. I am most grateful to Mrs. Paula Maturo and her committee for all they have done for the success of this wonderful evening.
St. Philip Neri: We must not be behind time in doing good; for death will not be behind his time.
St. Josémaria Escrivá: Do not lament the past; learn from it and begin again.
Pope Francis: Happy are the young because they have time before them to do good.
In Jesus and Mary,
Monsignor James F. Pereda


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Mario Lanza
Mario Lanza (January 31, 1921 - October 7, 1959) was a popular American tenor and actor whose short career spanned from the late 1940s to the late 1950s.
Early life and singing career
Mario Lanza was born Alfredo Arnold Cocozza on January 31, 1921 to Antonio (Tony) Cocozza and Maria Cocozza (née Lanza) in South Philadelphia. Tony, who was a World War I veteran receiving full disability benefits from the government due to injuries sustained in the war, and Freddie, which is what young Mario was called by friends and family, often listened to the records of tenors Beniamino Gigli, Tito Schipa, Giovanni Zenatello, and especially Enrico Caruso. Maria, who gave up her dreams of becoming an opera star to raise her son, was thrilled when Freddie began to talk of perusing a career singing in the opera. Maria took Freddie to an audition with Irene Williams, a former opera singer and then voice teacher. Williams was impressed with Freddie's voice and agreed to be his teacher. Under Williams, young Freddie worked hard to learn how to read music and develop the foundations of a solid vocal technique.
In 1941, the twenty year old tenor was given an audition before the world-famous Russian conductor Serge Koussevitsky. Koussevitsky was impressed with Cocozza's rendition of "Vesti la giubba" and immediately offered him a scholarship to attend the Tanglewood Festival in Massachusetts where he would receive training from conductors Boris Goldovsky and Leonard Bernstein. It was at Tanglewood where Cocozza first used masculine version of his mother's name, Mario Lanza, as a stage name. At Tanglewood he would also make his operatic debut as Fenton in Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor.
During World War II, Lanza's career was interrupted when he was drafted for military service. He managed to find his way into Special Services where he would entertain the troops and would be known as the "Service Caruso." Upon being discharged in 1945, he relocated to New York City, with his wife Betty, where he received a contract from Columbia Artists Management, Inc. Lanza regularly filled in for the Metropolitans Opera's Jan Peerce on the popular radio program, "The Celenese Hour: Great Moments in Music."
In 1947, Mario Lanza, along with soprano Frances Yeend and bass-baritone George London, would form a group called the Bel Canto Trio. The Bel Canto Trio performed 86 concerts throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico between July 1947 and May 1948.
Recording and acting career
1948 turned out to be a defining year for Mario Lanza because RCA Victor began to take advantage of the five year recording contract they had signed with him in 1945 and MGM signed him up for a seven-year contract to star in a series of feature pictures.
- That Midnight Kiss, Johnny Donnetti (1949)
- The Toast of New Orleans, Pepe Abellard Duvalle (1950)
- The Great Caruso, Enrico Caruso (1951)
- Because You're Mine, Renaldo Rossano (1952)
- Serenade, Damon Vincenti (1956)
- Seven Hills of Rome, Marc Revere (1958)
- For the First Time, Tonio Costa (1959)
- Dead Tenors' Society - Mario Lanza
External links
- Lanza Legend - The official Mario Lanza website


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She had a daughter, Rebecca (called Becky) and son, William Michael (called Mike). She had five grandchildren: Mick, Bill, me, Amy, and Deanna. And five great grandchildren: Chris, Brandi, Taylor, Sydney, and Braden. And she had numerous pets throughout the years.
When Amy and I were little, we were lucky to live in the same town as all of our grandparents. And to distinguish between them, we started calling Grandma Short, Grandma Kitty-Cat. After all, she had a cat (Marshmallow) and Grandma Anderson didn't. Yes, even as children, my sister and I were very sensible. Grandma Kitty-Cat also had a dog, a vicious little Pekingese called Happy. I think because Happy + kids = Happy Bites, we tended to fixate on the cat more than the dog when thinking of Grandma.
Grandma Kitty-Cat worked at the local library for most of my childhood. Many times she'd get to take the old children's books home that the library was replacing. I have several of those beloved books in my collection now. To me, it was only natural to go to the library and read or borrow books. And when Grandma went to the library for her own reading, she'd take two big bags of books in and come out with two big bags of books. I know, I've had to carry them before.
Grandpa Short died in 1982, much to the surprise of everyone. Grandma carried on, however. And it wasn't long before her youngest granddaughter arrived into our lives. Soon Deanna and Aunt Becky moved in with Grandma. It was Deanna and her friends who started calling Grandma Kitty-Cat (now owning more than just one cat) "Granny." With Aunt Becky herself becoming a grandma, "Granny" worked out great for distinguishing between the generations.
Granny and her sisters (there were 7 Lowry girls total, don't forget) were avid card players. Granny has even been known to get a little upset (heh - understatement) during a really riveting game of cards. Dad was most likely scarred from these early card playing days, but Becky inherited her mother's love of card games. And so did all of her granddaughters. Just ask judiang sometime about playing cards with the Shorts. :-)
When dad retired from teaching, Granny discovered she had breast cancer. Dad now had more free time on his hands, so he was able to take her to chemo and various doctor's appointments. Granny decided she could have two reactions to the cancer - laugh or cry. She decided to laugh. And she beat the cancer.
Granny was feisty that way. She did things her way. She wasn't afraid to argue with you. But she loved absolutely. Despite her conservative upbringing, she accepted Amy as a lesbian and loved Rachel as another granddaughter. They were just her "girls." She accepted judiang as a friend, even though her own father would probably have turned over in his grave to know she'd befriended a black woman. Granny was evidence that old dogs could learn new tricks.
Granny was a staunch Republican, but she loved her liberal minded family just the same. Oh, she'd still argue and complain, but she knew we didn't always agree with her politically. And she would joke along with us about her conservatism. During the 2000 elections, she said to me "I don't care who you vote for, as long as you don't vote for Gore." So, of course, my advice to her in 2004 was "I don't care who you vote for, as long as you don't vote for Bush."
Granny wasn't big on expressing herself. Whenever I'd say "I love you, Grandma" she'd reply "I know." Amy and I realized that this was just how she said "I love you, too" back.
Just before Christmas of this year, Granny wound up in the hospital for one condition, only for them to realize her blood chemistry was all screwed up and she was close to death. She got over that issue, but was too weak to return home. So we got her into Covington Care Center, a local nursing home. The folks there were very good to her and she complimented them often. Her goal was to get strong enough to return home to see her cats and "the damn dog." But other health issues kept coming between her and her goal.
Her last stint in the hospital was when they finally started to figure out what was wrong with her. It turns out the cancer from her breast had made its way to her bones. It's quite possible that many of her recent health issues were due to the high levels of calcium in her blood brought about by the cancer. And we were warned that this was going to be painful.
Yesterday morning, Granny was at the Home and in pain - her back mostly. They called my father to see if they should issue her morphine and dad said yes. We wanted Granny to be as comfortable as possible. The nurse gave her one of those under-the-tongue morphine pills and rubbed her back. Granny thanked her and said she thought she'd take a nap. At 10:10am, she passed away. She was in no pain.
We're having the viewing and funeral on Sunday. Amy's coming in tonight (yay!) and Rachel's coming in tomorrow (yay!), so we'll have the whole family together for this event. On Monday, we're having a private family interment at the cemetery. I think I'd like to say something that day, but I don't know if I'll be able to without crying.
If you get a chance, next time you read a book or pet a cat or play a nice game of cards, think about the feisty ladies like Phyllis/Mom/Grandma/Granny and the wonderful impact they've had on the lives of others. I know I certainly will.
I'm gonna miss my Granny. She was the last of my grandparents. She was a lover of books and of cats and of card playing, and probably the main reason I, too, am a lover of books and of cats and of card playing. I love you, Grandma! ("I know.")


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Buttery Soft Pretzels
This video shows how easy it is for you to make your own soft, buttery pretzels, for pennies on the dollar compared to the mall versions. These homemade pretzels are chewy inside, crusty outside. Watch the video, then get the recipe for Christa Rose's Buttery Soft Pretzels.
Chris Linhart
I used to recipe to enhance my almost famous slow smoked pulled pork... Instead of rolling into pretzels I rolled it out into 3"-4" squares and inserted 2-3tbsp of pulled pork. Roll into a ball. Dip in the baking soda bath and bake... These coat with Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce and you have the most amazing appetizer/dinner... People can't get enough. With or without the salt...
even though it doesn't contain butter the pretzels taste buttery I was thinking the same thing and made them they are awesome I found this recipe maybe a month ago and I have made it maybe 8 times since my family can't get enough they never last more than a day and a half. I have given to friends as well and everyone loves them the only difference is I use quick rising yeast instead of active dry just because that is what I had on hand and regular salt again because what I had on hand and they are still awesome. Deffinitely make sure the dough is at room temp or warm when you are kneading it or you will have extremely tough dough that is hard to work with. First time I made it, was on a cold night and the kitchen wasn't warm even I popped a wrist out of place kneading they were still delicious and since I make sure I work with it while its warm :D
Yes, sea salt can be subsituted for kosher salt.


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Super Soccer Star 2016 Euro Cup
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Score goals in sports-themed physics puzzles! Super Soccer Star includes brand-new levels with tricky goals. You must move the soccer ball into the net to score. The idea is to score as many penalties in a row as you can. The more you score, the harder the game will get. Best of luck in this physics game!
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One year ago, Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf was emerging from the most difficult stretch of her political career. Her administration had been rocked by the Oakland police sex exploitation scandal and then by the tragic Ghost Ship fire. At the time, Schaaf's political future was uncertain. It looked as if she might face a tough reelection campaign in 2018 as political candidates began to talk about running against her.
But twelve months later, no serious candidate has officially launched a mayoral bid, other than Schaaf, and her path to reelection suddenly looks clear. That's especially true after she made national headlines last week for her decision to stand up to President Trump's anti-immigration efforts and warn people about impending sweeps by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE).
Schaaf was featured in the Washington Post, The New York Times, and on cable news. The Trump White House even attacked her, calling her decision to warn immigrants "outrageous" and urging the U.S. Department of Justice to launch an investigation into whether she obstructed justice.
It was pure political gold. In the liberal East Bay, nothing beats getting called out by Donald Trump.
It was also reminiscent of Gavin Newsom's Moment. Before his courageous stand in 2004 for same-sex marriage, Newsom was known as a moderate San Francisco politician who was a bit too cozy with California's wealthy elite. But ever since, he's been a hero of the Left. Similarly, the knock on Schaaf in Oakland has always been that she isn't progressive enough. Now, she'll always be remembered for defying President Trump's attempts to deport people and break apart families.
"She was pretty popular already, but if she had any weakness, it was probably on the left," said veteran Bay Area political consultant Barry Barnes. "This helps her."
Indeed, ever since Schaaf took her stand, other Bay Area pols have rushed to praise her. Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguin tweeted, "Thank you @LibbySchaaf for your strong leadership for justice and sanctuary for Oakland and East Bay residents." State Sen. Scott Wiener D-San Francisco, added, "If @LibbySchaaf is prosecuted for protecting her constituents against Trump's extreme immigration agenda, she will be the first political prisoner of the Trump era. And not the last. Get ready to fight."
But Schaaf's decision to warn about the ICE raids — along with her earlier declaration that she's willing to be jailed to protect immigrants' rights — was more than just politically shrewd. It was the right thing to do. Trump's immigration crackdown and his racist rhetoric have been deplorable — and dangerous.
Oakland, Berkeley, and other liberal cities have long had sanctuary policies primarily because of health and public safety concerns. Local political leaders have understood for years that we want undocumented immigrants who have been victims or witnesses of crime to come forward without fear of being deported. We want undocumented people who are sick — especially those with a communicable illness — to go to health clinics or hospitals. We want undocumented parents to send their children to school and not live their lives on the street. That's what it means to be a sanctuary city. And Schaaf sent undocumented immigrants living in Oakland an unambiguous message that she's got their backs.
As an Oakland native and lifelong resident, she also understands that we're a city of immigrants, a place with a storied history of welcoming newcomers and refugees, of people fleeing dangerous conditions or simply searching for a better life.
Schaaf also did the right thing because ICE and its subsidiary, HSI (Homeland Security Investigations), have been terrorizing communities for no legitimate reason. HSI maintains that its primary role is to target undocumented immigrants who are involved in crime, particularly human trafficking. But as the Express noted last fall, that's largely a myth: HSI has failed to successfully prosecute a single human trafficking (non-sex trafficking) case in the past decade in Oakland (see "Oakland Should Cut Off Ice," 11/27/2017). Instead, many HSI cases simply result in arrests of people whose only crime is being here illegally.
Schaaf also did the right thing because her tactic worked. ICE officials asserted that they would've arrested 800 people in addition to the 150 they detained if it had not been for Schaaf. ICE officials also claimed the mayor allowed "criminal" immigrants to remain in the country. But that's largely bullshit, too. Why? ICE considers immigrants who have been convicted of any crime in the past to be a "criminal" — even after they've paid their debt to society. And just what are these crimes? According to a recent Pew Research Center study, among ICE arrestees the agency considers "criminal," the most common conviction in 2017 was for drunken driving (16 percent), followed by drug crimes (14 percent) and entering the U.S. illegally (14 percent). Moreover, several studies have shown that both documented and undocumented immigrants are much less likely to commit crime than Americans.
In short, the idea that our streets are overrun with violent immigrants is bogus. To her credit, Schaaf gets it. And for Oakland, it looks as if we're going to get four more years of her.


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Others see a new maturity in the way Contador rides.
"Yes, he has changed tactically," said Yaroslav Popovych, who rides with Lance Armstrong on the RadioShack team. But Popovych also teamed up with Contador on the Discovery Channel Team in 2007 and the Astana team last year. "He's racing more calm. It's not like last year. His character is to want to win always. But now he is racing with more maturity."
Some argue that the newfound maturity is due his position with the Astana team this year. The 2009 Tour was consumed by the Armstrong-Contador rivalry within Astana's ranks. Before Contador could fight for the yellow jersey, he first had to win leadership of his own team. And few doubt that some of his attacks last year were due to the insecurity of his team leadership rather than radio problems.
This year, Contador has surrounded himself with friends like Benjamin Noval and Jesus Hernandez and the entire team rides with one objective this year—that of carrying Contador to his third Tour title.
"He's definitely more tranquil in his head this year, and we talk a lot about tactics," said Alexander Vinokourov at the start of stage 13. Vinokourov is considered one of the sport's finest tacticians, and he put his tactical scruples to use several hours later with a late race attack that won him stage. Contador was the first to ride up to Vinokourov after the line to congratulate his Kazakh teammate.


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This county saw a rebound in loans from non-bank mortgage lenders after a slower November.
There were 261 loans originated by non-bank lenders during December, valued at $54.6 million, an increase of 42 percent in both volume and value from November.
The previous month's total was 184, worth about $38.5 million.
Sarasota County's largest banks also boosted their December lending -- by 18 percent, with 688 loans worth $166.5 million, a 55 percent increase in value.
Quicken Loans was the top non-bank lender, issuing 115 loans valued at $23.5 million, followed by MSC Mortgage, a unit of Sarasota's Michael Saunders & Co. real estate brokerage, with 31 loans totaling $10.6 million.
Third was PHH Mortgage, with 20 loans totaling about $3.67 million; then FBC Mortgage (19 loans, $3.29 million); Sunbelt Lending (18 loans, $3.2 million); Christensen Financial (18 loans, $2.8 million).
Rounding out the top 10 were United Wholesale Mortgage (15 loans, $2.7 million); Pulte Mortgage (18, $2.6 million); and CTC Lending (7 loans, $2.3 million).
Mortgage lending rose in November
This county saw a rebound in loans from non-bank mortgage lenders after a slower November.


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The world economy this year is expanding at its fastest pace in a decade. But the sharp rise in oil prices is causing some experts to scale back their growth forecasts.
The International Monetary Fund says the world economy will expand by 4.5 percent this year. But the forecast could be downgraded because of the depressing impact of higher oil prices, particularly in East Asia and North America.
The U.S. economy is already feeling the impact of higher priced oil with growth slowing during June and July. The Federal Reserve is expecting an economic rebound to four-percent growth in the second half of the year. However, Bill Dudley, chief economist at Goldman Sachs in New York, does not share that optimism.
"I think the economy is going to do okay. But I do not agree with the Fed's forecast that the economy is going to do better in the second half of the year than in the first," he said. "I just don't see how you get there."
Mr. Dudley believes growth will be restrained not just by higher priced oil but by the lack of fiscal stimulus that earlier this year came from tax cuts and higher government spending.
Barton Biggs, an investment manager in New York, agrees that the economy is going through a difficult period that is likely to last for some months. Mr. Biggs thinks speculation and fear of terrorism has sent oil prices to unrealistically high levels.
"I think we have a bubble in oil prices. Oil, like almost everything else in the world, is mean reverting (drifting back to its trend price over the past decade) and inventories are building," he said. "Substitution will occur. Innovation is bound to happen. So I think we're seeing a peak in oil prices right about now."
The IMF forecast released four months ago predicted oil prices would average $32 a barrel this year. On Monday oil retreated slightly from its record high but still trades at $46 a barrel. The 33 percent increase in oil this year has sent world stock markets to their lowest levels in 12 months. The oil price rise is believed to be having its most significant impact in oil dependent Asia, where this year, growth had accelerated in Japan and held steady at high levels in China.