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Hebrews 13:2, "Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it."
I live in the City of Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. When I moved here 7 years ago I began to ask locals about the history of the name. No one really had an answer aside from, "It means Angels in Spanish." But I know that names have great meaning in my faith. Angels are messengers. We know that there are angels who work for God and there are fallen angels who work against God. At least, that is what I believe and have experienced in my life.
I have had several angel encounters throughout my life. They started happening around the age of 6 when I attended church summer camp. Some of the angels I have encountered have simply been in the room, not saying a word. These angels were watcher angels. Other angels have come to me in human form with a very clear and timely message for my life. Like the elderly black man who appeared on the bench next to me in Express as I waited for a friend in a dressing room. He told me I should move to Hollywood and then proceeded to tell me why. I got up to tell my friend the news, but when I looked back he was gone.
Or the other man who appeared next to me as I stepped out of the back door of PIHOP and walked in perfect sync with me. His name was Stanley and he had fiery eyes and he game me messages about my body being the temple of God. Or the angel who seemed to float through traffic as I was at a red light on my way to an audition. He had gold coins in his ears and he passed my window and held out his hand for change. I told him no, even though I had 15 cents because I was rushing to an audition. He pointed to the cross on my rear view mirror and then seemed to fade as I looked in my rear view mirror.
But the most recent angel encounter that changed the course of my life was a man who appeared homeless. We had a powerful exchange on the streets of Pasadena and he gave me the following verse –
John 8:12, When Jesus spoke again to the people he said, " I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."
Angels have been a big part of my life and I always look forward to the next encounter. Have you experienced angels? What message did you receive from your angel?

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During the previous quarter, Schaumburg, Ill.-based Motorola reported a loss, excluding charges, of 11 cents a share on revenue of $7.5 billion.
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Those are, of course, the 4th, the beginings of the 5th and 6th, and 8th amendments to the Constitution. People must be secure in their persons. They must, if they are imprisoned, charged with a crime and given a speedy trial, and they cannot be forced to languish in jail under unduly harsh conditions. It's un-American and un-Constitutional.


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Rare photo of Hubert Stowitts as the nearly nude satyr in Rex Ingram's silent film, The Magician (Metro, 1926). Stowitts was an athlete, dancer and artist whose extraordinary story is told by his biographer, Anne Holliday for Queer Arts Resource.
Anna Pavlova discovered Stowitts dancing at the Greek Theater in Berkeley in the summer of 1915 and invited him to join her ballet company. He became a star in his own right, appearing in London, Stockholm, Madrid and New York. In Paris Stowitts starred in the 1924 Folies-Bergère with dazzling costumes by Erté.
Few dancers have the courage to retire in their prime, especially when "trained down to racehorse shape," as Stowitts described himself. Even fewer have the courage at age 33 to launch themselves in an entirely new career as a painter (his studio was on Montmartre's Avenue de Clichy).
In 1926 Stowitts made his first film, "The Magician", for Metro Studios. With earnings from this venture he was able to underwrite an odyssey to the East where he lived and painted in Indonesia and India.
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BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 28, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America Recycles Day, a Keep America Beautiful initiative celebrated every November 15 (and in the weeks leading up to the day) is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the U.S. This year, special emphasis is being placed on recycling electronic "gadgets." This is welcome news to Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI), a non-profit organization dedicated to safe and sustainable recycling and reuse of electronics, and also the governing body for the R2 Standard for Responsible Recycling of electronics.
"Safely managing the increasing volume of used and obsolete electronics is a growing challenge as new devices are introduced into the marketplace with greater frequency," says John Lingelbach, executive director of SERI.
Why is this a problem? Because more than 50 million tons of e-scrap is generated each year, and many of the materials contained in electronic devices can cause significant harm to human health and the environment if not properly managed. Lingelbach also noted the data security concerns and environmental liability that companies face when they fail to do proper due diligence when selecting an electronics broker or recycler. Lingelbach added, "Working with R2 certified brokers or recyclers who undergo rigorous annual audits to ensure conformance to the best industry practices reduces the risk of liability for companies using their services." The number of R2 certified recyclers continues to grow to meet this demand, with 550 R2 facilities now operating in 22 countries.
While Lingelbach believes strongly that more improvements within the electronics recycling industry are needed, he is encouraged by the progress being made in the recycling arena by members of SERI's R2 Leader Program, a coalition of corporations, governmental and non-profit organizations working together to provide sustainable solutions for electronics recycling and reuse. He hopes that by calling attention to the successful efforts of R2 Leaders, other companies and communities will be encouraged to follow suit and make a difference in their own spheres of influence.
Here are just a few of the ways R2 Leaders are improving the electronics recycling landscape.
Keep America Beautiful is an effective leader in changing recycling attitudes and habits with initiatives such as America Recycles Day. "People commonly think of paper, plastic, and aluminum as recyclable items, but electronic devices are generally not top of mind," says Brenda Pulley, senior vice president, recycling, Keep America Beautiful and a SERI board member. "The EPA estimates that 70 percent of used electronic devices are stockpiled in homes and small businesses or end up in landfills. It's important to know that every one of these electronic gadgets can be responsibly recycled – and made into new products – which reduces the need to mine for new resources."
XEROX Corporation held its first America Recycles Day event in 2006 for employees, contractors and consultants. More than 57,000 pounds of electronics were collected in just eight hours. Since then, XEROX has expanded the event to include collection of bicycles, clothing and household items. Employees are enthusiastic about the opportunity to get rid of unwanted items, and both the community and environment benefit.
DIRECTV offers its customers the ability to recycle DIRECTV equipment and other small electronic devices for free and invites customers to visit the company's recycle website to print off free shipping labels for eligible electronic devices. More than 16 million pounds of electronics were recovered in 2013, and more than 24 million pounds in 2014 as a result of DIRECTV's e-cycling program. DIRECTV is also working with SERI to help recycling facilities in Latin America get certified to the R2 Standard.
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) created an E-Waste Recycling Event Toolkit to simplify the process for communities holding collection events. Included are resources such as a qualified recycler directory, marketing materials, educational resources and best practices for collection events. Since 2009, ADEQ has held over 100 electronics (e-waste) collection events in approximately 50 cities throughout Arizona.
Goodwill® has more than 2,000 participating Goodwill locations that accept unwanted electronics. Dell Reconnect, a partnership with Dell and Goodwill, is a free drop-off recycling program for consumers that accepts any brand of computer equipment in any condition. More than 425 million pounds of electronics have been collected for recycling since 2004. Donating one working computer to Goodwill provides nearly 7 hours of job training for a Goodwill employee. The revenues from this program enable Goodwill to expand its services to people who are unemployed or underemployed in local communities.
SourceAmerica® established CyclePoint®, a network of 46 non-profit electronics recyclers that promotes environmental stewardship in local communities, and employs more than 220 people with disabilities. To date, CyclePoint has safely and securely recycled more than five million pounds of electronics, ensuring data security for both businesses and consumers. CyclePoint from SourceAmerica, is a 2015 national sponsor and the official electronics recycler of America Recycles Day. Together with its partners, CyclePoint will be hosting 50 electronics recycling events across the country in honor of America Recycles Day.
How YOU can make a difference -
Businesses can partner with an R2 certified recycler to host collection events or provide permanent drop-off locations for their employees and customers. Neighboring municipalities can join forces to make transporting recycled items more economical. Schools and other organizations can host collection events in conjunction with other scheduled activities. Individuals can partner with an R2 certified recycler to organize collection events or permanent collection sites on behalf of their school, club or organization.
Organizers of America Recycle Day events are encouraged to register their event at www.AmericaRecyclesDay.org to gain access to valuable resources to help plan, promote and host an event.
To learn more about responsible electronics recycling, please visit www.SustainableElectronics.org.
About SERI
Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the cause of responsible electronics reuse and recycling worldwide through its administration of the R2 Standard for Responsible Recycling, the most globally respected certification standard for electronics recycling and reuse, and through global education and outreach initiatives. The R2 Leader program, an initiative of SERI, includes industry leaders, policy makers and other groups who are actively working with SERI to expand safe and sustainable electronics recycling and reuse worldwide.
CONTACT: Patty Osterberg SERI, Director of Education & Outreach email@example.com Mobile: 651-398-5230 Office: 651-438-3608Source:Sustainable Electronics Recycling International


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"I rarely write testimonials and providing one for Ian Barnes is not a case of just gratitude, but because it is easy to recommend one who provides service like it was an art form.
"Recently Evolution Realty posted a newsletter to the public, and our database which had some factual errors, from outdated data. The result was incorrect Underselling of the facts, which were the figures for the 2011 calendar year, not the 2012 financial year. The correct figures are attached. We did not in fact sell 20 properties for $28M in the previous 12 months in Applecross, the correct figures are 25 sales for $41M. We apologise for any confusion."
Here are the facts for the past 12 months. (Of the top 5 agents in sales results for 2012 financial year in Applecross).
1) No. 1 by sales number Evolution Realty 25 sales2) No. 1 by sales volume Evolution Realty $41M *3) Days on market (SOLD's) No. 1 agent Evolution Realty = 83 daysNo. 2 agent days on market = 123 daysNo. 3 agent days on market = 131 daysNo. 4 agent days on market = 182 daysNo. 5 agent days on market = 185 days
So in a nutshell, in 2012 (Financial year) Evolution Realty sold the most number in Applecross, and for the highest value, and in the shortest time.
A Pretty compelling clean sweep for results. If you are selling, and are serious about the best results, we better talk. Otherwise it will cost you time, money and stress.
I want your business, am hungrier and more fired up than ever, and I am getting results in a tough market. Call me.
Ian BarnesGRANDMASTER (REIWA)
* Approx. to nearest $1M. Sources: Reiwa.com, Complete Data. I am happy to email the actual factual graphs if required, email me for the list.
Having just returned from a speaking gig in New Zealand where I addressed 250 agents there, I was amazed that they were in fact in an entire different real estate world. Literally a few months earlier they were experiencing the same market conditions as us, a buyer's market, yet when I arrived to address them, what I learned was that they were reporting a shortage of stock, days on market down to 10 days in some cases, and a seller's market was the reality now.
Yet earlier in 2012, a total different story.
I was thinking that this can happen anytime in Perth too. I see buyers getting cuter and cuter; the term I have been using is "growing horns". I think some buyers enjoy too much what they think it is an environment where they can say and do anything. In my 10 year career I can't remember them being as willing to make 24/7 demands, remind you that is a "buyer market", be willing to lecture and pontificate to the agent, yet still not make an offer in some cases, or if they do, unrealistically low.
I recall one buyer offering me $1Million on a property marketed at about double that, due it being on the market a reasonable period. I like to answer, if the buyer waits long enough on that logic, it will be free.
When I was disinterested in playing the games with that buyer, he then said, alright then, $1.7M?
When asked if he would write that up, the buyer refused. It was to him, a game. (fair enough, buyers can do that, then sellers and agents can too).
Another buyer recently, when saying he will offer $600,000 on a property offered to market at "offers over $699,000", was asked, if his offer due to wanting a discount off the asking price or what he thinks is fair?" We asked, "If it was $600,000 would you be offering $530,000?" to which he said , "yep".
Is it any wonder many owners refuse to put asking prices on properties, and many agents find it hard to take these buyers seriously.
I like to remind buyers that even in a buyer's market, there still needs to be a willing buyer and a willing seller. Value is and always has been established by comparing "apples for apples" in a recent market for sales evidence. A recent sale validates value and ensures buyers can buy with relative confidence. (Assuming the market is stable). I do find that both buyer and seller each use "comparable sales" that suit their own vested interests however. (both as much as the other).
My views of buyers and offers in this market is this.
1) If you like the home
2) If you can afford it
3) Make an offer
4) Try to buy it
5) Make a first reasonable offer to increase your success chances
Good agents will never do "hypothetical or verbal" offers, so the only way to know you can buy it is to write an offer.
If that offer is way too low, it will be seen as "playing games" and probably treated in kind by the agent and the seller.
A genuine, fair and reasonable offer will usually be treated in kind as well.
I just say to buyers, sure it is a buyers' market now, but like in the New Zealand example above, things can change very fast. (So don't sit back too long if you want to buy).
Already in 2012 volumes are up and stock levels lower, reaching at State level a form of equilibrium in the market.
There will always be people that need to buy, from interstate and overseas transfers, trade up and down buyers and first home buyers. Western Australia is well placed to continue to prosper, and I think it is dangerous to be so cute as a buyer right now waiting for that elusive fire sale bargain, that you miss a really perfect home that is available at a fair price rather than a bargain.
We have sold as much in the past 5 months as any time in the past 10 years, and right now things are moving in numbers and volume of sales. Whilst I am not saying prices are rising, I am saying properties are moving.
The rest is inevitable. The big question is when? So if you are buying, the time to jump in is now.
Thank you and see you in the market place.
At the risk of sounding like real estate hype, I have to say 2012 has without doubt started as a cracker. (personally, our clients and for our office).
We have made as many sales in the past 5 weeks, volume and number as what some agents do in a year, and nearly as much as in the previous 6 months.
Home open numbers have in some cases resembled 2007, with over 50 coming through 3 home opens last weekend.
Recent sales for me have been in 11 days, 5 days, 18 days, 5 days, 42 days, 31 days and 13 days. (and a few that were longer, more in line with typical market conditions). All were the result of strong marketing campaigns, many with video, and most with our "no price marketing" method.
In this way buyers get to focus on the benefits of the home as a starting point, not all focused by "What sort of discount" can I get? Sellers benefit too as they get a chance to see what the "Real" market value is before they get too entrenched at a position. I also think the risks of overpricing and starting high in this market for a seller can be a disaster, so a "no price" strategy makes a lot of sense.
Given the Applecross market is upwards of 230 days now for the unsold stock, and Mount Pleasant 147.5 days for all of the unsold stock, there is without doubt two markets.
To be able to create results like the above for Evolution (personally) and for my sellers is a real thrill, as we are obviously bucking the norm.
I say to those sellers that are unsold after such a long time, time for a plan B.
It is time to do something different. We have proven buyers will buy and results can be created.
Albert Einstein once said "the definition of insanity was to continue to do the same things and expect a different outcome", or words to that effect.
It constantly amazes me how some homes stay listed with some agents 2 plus years, and nothing changes. Mmm, Interesting!
We at Evolution will continue to innovate and lead, as we are relishing this current market condition, and welcome any engagement from buyers or sellers that want some direct and frank conversation around how to move forward and make something happen.
Thank you and see you in the market place.
Well the results, facts and figures are in for 2011, and they are very interesting.
Evolution Realty is still selling the most in Applecross
More than ever in a tough market, you need a hungry, energetic and thoroughly professional agent. Here are the facts for the past 12 months. (Of the top 5 agents in sales results for 2011 in Applecross)1) No. 1 by sales number Evolution Realty 20 sales2) No. 1 by sales volume Evolution Realty $28M *3) Days on market (SOLD's) No. 1 agent Evolution Realty = 56 daysNo. 2 agent days on market = 122 daysNo. 3 agent days on market = 126 daysNo. 4 agent days on market = 143 daysNo. 5 agent days on market = 119 days
So in a nutshell, in 2011 Evolution sold the most number in Applecross, and for the highest value, and in the shortest time.
I want your business, am hungrier and more fired up than ever, and I am getting results in a tough market. Call me.
Ian Barnes - 0423123 533* Approx. to nearest $1M. Sources: Reiwa.com, Complete Data.
2. Mistaking cheap fees for quality service
In property management we see many property investors making the mistake that all real estate companies are the same, and all offer the same service so the best way to differentiate between them is to get cheaper fees. However we have found a common pattern among agents is the cheaper they get, the lower their service levels.
Often we hear of owners that select an agent based on a half a percent or one percent cheaper.
EXAMPLE: A $500 per week property
Almost always, we find that the agents that are cheap are so because the service levels are less.
We have seen properties that we have taken over where owners saved a few dollars a week, just to find that they have lost thousands due to the inept skills and follow up of previous property managers that meant even after they went to court, the owners could not recover the money as the tenants could not pay.
A first class property manager will never let this happen. As in life, you really do get what you pay for.
Here is a simple step by step analysis of how cheap fees lead to poor service levels;
The end result is the property investor now quite willing to go and find a quality agency and realise they need to pay a bit more to get better service and peace of mind.
Like any investing where we seek a financial return, there is a risk that an unexpected financial loss may occur. When we have an interest in investing in property, there are also risks to our investment return.
When our return comes by renting a property to tenants, it would be fool hardy to think that a tenancy poses little to no risk, even with we have secured what we believe are great tenants! Even the best tenants can have an unexpected change of circumstances that can result in rent arrears and in some extreme cases ending in eviction.
Most property investors understand this risk and therefore take out landlord insurance to cover against financial loss like rent default, malicious damage and other tenancy related losses. However you need to ensure you have the right landlord insurance!
Be Aware of 'Bank' Landlord Insurance
When a property investor takes out a loan, they are usually offered landlord insurance also by the financial institution. This gives them peace of mind until, at claim time they realise that the 'bank' landlord insurer now requests from $300 to $1000 as an excess for rent default!
It makes sense that your property manager has access to the best landlord insurance cover, not the bank! So when you are looking at Landlord Insurance, perhaps consider these important questions:
Well we found him. The Elusive Booragoon Bomber. It was like unmasking of one of the super heroes, but we finally discovered who that top tipper really was. Alex Yurkov from Booragoon, and guess who he supports? "The Bombers".
As it turns out Alex is one of our clients so it is great to have him win.
The prize is a substantial $500 dining experience at the Raffles Restaurant, and earnt this due to his exceptional tipping during the year.
Alex had 158 right tips, and was a full 5 tips clear of runner up Jack Warman.
The amazing fact is Alex claims he didn't once win a weekly prize, so for the second year out of 3 the main prize winners were the most consistent all year without any weekly glory.
Congratulations Alex for your superb tipping. Please enjoy your dinner on us.
To everyone that participated in this year's competition, thank you. It was fun, and yes we will do it again next year. Bigger and better.
We would like to hit 200 plus participants. We will be ramping things up even better with even more value in the prizes, and hopefully a whole lot more tippers to boot.
We can all have a few months off and see you in early 2012 for the Evolution Realty footy tipping competition 2012.
At Evolution Realty we very much feel privileged to be a part of what is a wonderful community in the City of Melville.
It has been years in the making. I have long wanted to offer the latest, content rich, expert information and tips for buyers, sellers and property investors and here it is.
Evolution Realty is proud to announce and launch our FREE E-Books range.
Three detailed, content rich, easy to load E-Books bursting with information for all segments of the real estate process, based on dedicated research and personal practical hands on years of experience.
1) BUYERS- Got questions? - All of the answers right here.
An 18 page FREE E-Book titled "The 21 Essential Home Buying Tips"filled with all the best, relevant, local information and tips required to help you navigate through the existing property market. Click on the links on this page. Simply download straight onto your computer or print of you like.
2) SELLERS- A 19 page FREE E-Book titled "The 21 Irrefutable Top Home Seller Tips"filled with all the best, relevant, local information and tips required to help you get the best outcome when selling. Click on the links on this page. Simply download straight onto your computer or print of you like.
How to avoid the pitfalls when selling and achieve the following.* Maximum price* Minimum stress* MINIMUM TIMEFRAME
3) SELLERS- A 23 page FREE E-Book titled "The 21 Must Know Home Staging Tips" filled with all the best, relevant, local information and tips required to help you get the best outcome when selling. Click on the links on this page. Simply download straight onto your computer or print of you like.Want to "Dress your home for success stand out from the crowd" when selling?
Learn how!All this and more, FREE in your own E-BookA 23 page E-Book titled "The 21 Must Know Home Staging Tips"filled with all the best, relevant, local information and tips required to help you present your home in such as way as to get the best possible outcome when selling. (Highest possible price, least stress,
This is all part of our ongoing commitment at Evolution Realty to innovate, add value and lead in the local real estate market in which we operate. I hope that you enjoy these FREE tools and resources.
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Mami Oshima from Japan shares her experience while attending the General English courses (High-Intermediate) at EC Vancouver.
I am Mami from Japan. My dream is working in the hospitality industry and travelling all over the world. I love meeting new people and learning various new things. That is why I came to Vancouver to study English.
EC gave me great opportunities to improve my English. In the classes, there were various activities, not only for grammar questions but also for speaking, writing, listening and reading practice. The classmates were always changed, so I could make many friends and keep fresh motivation.
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The reason why I can enjoy my life here is because of all my friends. Before I came here, I didn't expect that I could have such great friends. We had many wonderful memories. We always shared not only good moments but also hard moments. I am deeply thankful to them. I will visit their countries for sure.
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Brunchin' at Blu Jam/
Hi, sweet peaches!
So, anyone who follows our blog, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, whatever---one thing is painfully obvious. We love us some brunch. Eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon, all of those together, you name it, we'll eat it. Breakfast food all day, err'day. And exploring new brunch spots is one of our favorite things to do together and to blog about! We love sharing the gems we find all around L.A. and the goodies that we get to eat! Because eating is also our favorite, sooooo.
Today, we're sharing one of our favorite little dive spots--Blu Jam! I don't even know how to describe Blu Jam. It's small, cozy, always crowded (for good reason), and kind of tucked away. We both have a spot in our hearts for it because it kind of imitates southern food just a little. Blu Jam definitely isn't your swanky L.A. brunch where you order a single egg white with a flower that was designed out of olive oil surrounding it. Blu Jam is where you go to cure your hangover. You go there to drown your sorrows in syrup after you've been on your fifth crappy Tinder date. Ultimate soul food, y'all. This was the first place we brunched when we finished Whole 30 (and after having a few cocktails the night before) and it. was. everything.
Seriously, so many things to love about this place. I can't speak enough on the "down home" feel that makes my Tennessee heart so happy (although I love me a good fancy brunch too). They also have vegan options and gluten free options (which we didn't abide by this time, but ya know, ambition for next time, right?). And it's pretty affordable to be one of the most talked about spots in L.A.! Jenna and I always split things everywhere we go, because neither of us can ever decide on just one thing, so we usually wind up with a smorgasbord (which we definitely don't mind!).
This time, we ordered the Roma Via Paris, which is farm fresh eggs scrambled with spinach, peppers, tomatoes, basil, goat cheese, and mozzarella. Kind of healthy, right? So we decided to balance it out with their legendary blueberry pancakes and dirty chai lattes.
Side note: blueberry pancakes aren't hard to make, so why the hell do mine NEVER taste this good?! Probably some super simple secret like "add cinnamon" or something. Whatever. I'll just let Blu Jam keep making them for me.
So, whether you wanna kinda try to be healthy or just totally Regina George it, and carb it up, Blu Jam is your place. Casual, laid back atmosphere (we always try to sit outside!), and delish grub to match.
And while we wish our stomachs were infinitely empty, we aren't able to squeeze all of our faves into one sitting, so here are two of our other ordering recommendations:
Cort's recommendation---Breakfast Quesadilla (if you like spicy!)
Jen's recommendation---Crunchy French Toast (Blu Jam's signature thing)
Any favorite dishes from any of you L.A. babes who have been here? We seriously go probably once a month, so tell us what to order next! Or tell us your fave brunch spot (L.A. or otherwise!). We're always looking to add to our list!
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August 13, 2013
Free-Divers: The New Personal Trainers
For those of you who are unaware of the growing popularity of apnea training among endurance athletes, here is a brief summary of the status quo. For the past several years free-divers have been subjecting themselves to and surviving harsh stimuli that defy what many doctors have established as the "limits" of the human body. Conditioning the body to withstand these extremes, most notably hypoxia and water pressure, requires a very unique type of training.
Logic seems to dictate that any exercise regiment that allows athletes to achieve "superhuman feats" would probably improve general athletic performance. For these reasons, apnea training is going under the lens of the sport physiology world. Many professional free-divers such as Kirk Krack are becoming personal trainers for elite endurance athletes and Navy Seals.
So what is apnea training? How does/would it improve athletic performance?
Put simply apnea training is an exercise regiment designed to enable you to hold your breath longer. Though we are not experts in this field, the apnea training regiments of free-divers we have worked with can be broken down into exercises that target 4 different goals: 1) sympathetic nervous system control, 2) hypoxia tolerance, 3) hypercapnia (high C02) tolerance, 4) lung function improvement.
Underwater Altitude Training?
Though each of these four goals may also improve athletic performance, there are two (hypoxia tolerance and lung function) that are more likely to become the focus of further clinical investigation. In 2010 French scientists, Frédéric Lemaîtrea and his colleagues, published a paper called "Apnea: A new training method in sport?" In it, they compare the physiological adaptations attained from apnea training to those athletes seek from training at altitude. At first glance, their argument for apnea as an "altitude alternative" seems compelling. Apnea training can create a temporary spike in EPO production, which increases hematocrit…you know the story.
But how is apnea training different that altitude training "biologically?" Altitude training is hypoxic exposure, while apnea training is hypoxic-hypercapnic exposure. Scientific semantics….NO. Elevated C02 levels blunt the production of EPO that results from hypoxia. This is a very well documented effect that is explained by multiple mechanisms such as vasodilation, blood acidity, etc. So a given "hypoxic dose" from apnea training produces a smaller physiological improvement than an equal hypoxic dose from altitude. Combining this blunting effect of hypercapnia with the intermittent nature of apnea training, you do not have a very efficient method of raising red blood cell production.
Bring Out Your Inner Dolphin
There is another, more interesting difference between altitude training and apnea training. Apnea training invokes and strengthens what is called the Diving Response (DR). This response, possessed by all marine mammals, involves bradycardia (reduced heart rate), peripheral vasoconstriction, and, weirdly, splenic contraction. Why would holding your breath make your splene contract?
One of the functions of the human splene (though far more so in most mammals), is to be a red blood cell reserve in cases where a temporary increase in blood oxygen carrying capacity is needed. In trained free divers, the DR can spike hematocrit by as much as 7% (this effect lasts for about 10 minutes). For this reason, it has been purported that a few short breath holds before a race may provide an advantage in middle distance events.
Unfortunately, this is also likely a dead end for two reasons. The first is that the splene already contracts (though not fully during submaximal efforts) during exercise. So invoking the DR for performance may for the most part be a redundant measure. The second reason is that bradycardia and peripheral vasoconstriction contribute negatively towards athletic performance because they decrease oxygen flux to muscles. This is why swimming in cold water seems harder when you dunk your head in (seriously try it, cold water enhances diving reflex response).
For those who are interested, scientists are also suggesting that the diving response is evidence that we evolved from "aquatic apes." This is a theory that many scientists once scoffed at, but is starting to yield some considerable merit. Here is a quick video done by Evolutionary Anthropologist, Elaine Morgan: http://www.ted.com/talks/elaine_morgan_says_we_evolved_from_aquatic_apes.html
There is one intriguing question that arises from these dead ends….Can you increase the size of your splene to enhance the volume of the red blood cell pool that is released into your blood stream during exercise? Horses and many other mammals store nearly half of the blood in their circulatory system in their splene while at rest. Increasing this red blood cell reserve could certainly enhance V02 max and aerobic power.
But is there any evidence that apnea training can make your splene grow? There are not studies linking this phenomenon to apnea training. It would require long term study on free-divers, of which there are little. However, there seems to be considerable variation in splene size among free-divers as well as a correlation between size and breath holding performance.
We will continue to post about this topic and cover how splenic hypertrophy and lung performance enhancement, may be an unexplored advantage for athletes. We will also cover how some aspects of apnea training may enhance altitude performance and tolerance.
This is a budding topic so keep tuning in and we will have some cool updates coming your way!


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text: Now 50 and a successful Western writer, Jo leaves her Arizona canyon cabin to go to her high-school reunion--where she hopes to find out how robust Roberto, popular Alton, ugly Hazel, and the rest have turned out. En route, she recalls incidents from her school days--her mother picking up Jo's "best" Friend, clingy, unimaginative Charlotte, at the grocery; being a wallflower at her first high-school dance; casting herself as a loner who didn't really like her friends; yearning for a true soulmate. Unfortunately, this promising plot is given little detail and stars a cold narrator who is often self-congratulatory, defensive, or vindictive. And the reunion brings few surprises: the brainy boy on whom Jo had a crush is a boring professor; the ugly girl has transformed herself into a beauty and exchanges real confidences with Jo for the first time: apparently appearance is more significant than their shared high intelligence. Meanwhile, Jo herself is insensitive to the struggle that minority classmates had in getting an education (though she is delighted at Roberto's success), and seems to dismiss all adolescent relationships as superficial; she is happiest (she tells us--but does not show us) with her horse and the woman next door in Arizona. A disappointing book from a popular author, with a valid message--some ugly ducklings prove to be swans--but a point of view too adult to appeal to its intended audience.


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Charities Seek Help for Gulf Coast Victims
NEW ORLEANS (CN) – Problems are not over for fishermen and their families, or for the nonprofits that are trying to help the Gulf Coast recover from its latest catastrophe. Without assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the charities are relying on BP and private donors. But charities say they are out of money and have yet to hear from BP about a request for more funding they sent it almost 2 months ago.
Long-term studies on the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill off Alaska paint a bleak picture of long, painful recovery, with escalating alcoholism, depression, domestic violence and a spike in suicides.
Today, Gulf Coast organizations such as Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of New Orleans are gathering stories and statistics of their own from fishermen and other Gulf Coast workers.
"This has been the perfect storm in the worst way. This has been the worst confluence of disasters," said Tom Costanza, executive director for Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Justice and Peace.
Costanza, 58, chose his words carefully to explain the financial situation of Catholic Charities and other local nonprofits.
"We've run out of money. I'm hopeful we're going to get more," he said.
"In a normal disaster you have disaster food stamps, disaster unemployment benefits, disaster mental health assistance, disaster case management, all in addition to FEMA individual assistance," Costanza said.
All those services are administered through the FEMA under the Stafford Act. But the Obama administration has not invoked the Stafford Act, because it relies on taxpayer money, so the burden falls upon BP, through its claims process.
Not having access to FEMA is "whole new ground in disaster recovery," Costanza said.
On Monday, BP announced that it will give $52 million to support behavioral health across the Gulf Coast, with $15 million going to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals.
Costanza said that while behavioral health is important, Catholic Charities and other organizations are worried about securing enough money to fund comprehensive benefits – employment, education, case management, food and direct assistance for rent and mortgages, utilities and other expenses.
Costanza had another solution if the Stafford Act can't be invoked: "We've got to go to the oil spill trust fund," he said.
The fund was signed into law in August 1990, in response to the Exxon Valdez spill, under the then newly enacted Oil Pollution Act. It now holds about $1.6 billion, which is managed through the National Pollution Funds Center.
Its Chief of Programs Branch John Baker said in an interview that the fund is set up to assist in specific oil spill-related endeavors, such as oil removal.
Baker said the fund cannot be spent on human recovery, though the law might be amended to make such a thing possible.
"We don't even do pain and suffering or personal injury," Baker said.
BP seconded that, in a statement that cited the Oil Pollution Act as the basis for its claims process: "BP's claims process is guided by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990."
Costanza praised BP's prompt initial funding to Catholic Charities. Soon after the disaster began on April 20, BP gave Catholic Charities $25,000, followed it up with $1 million.
Costanza, who worked in human recovery after hurricanes Katrina, Rita, Gustav and Ike, has just returned from Haiti, where Catholic Relief Services has been helping earthquake victims.
Costanza called the Gulf Coast oil spill "the perfect storm in the worst way."
He said that $700,000 of money BP gave to Catholic Charities has been spent on food vouchers, but added it might have been better spent on helping out-of-work fishermen pay rent, utilities and other expenses.
Costanza said Louisiana has tried three times to invoke disaster food stamps, and the federal government denied it all three times.
What the federal government has done, according to Trey Williams, director of Communications and External Affairs with the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services, is to create an emergency rule that waived the ordinary resource test in applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps.
This means the department does not require a family to disclose how much money they have in the bank or how much have collected in claims from BP. All they have to prove is monthly income.
"It's a Catch-22," said Benny Puckett, grant administrator for Plaquemines Parish. If a fisherman can't fish but gets even a part-time job working for BP, then he cannot get food assistance, even if the money he is making is only half what he needs.
Williams said that since May the Department of Children & Family Services has seen a rise in applicants for food stamps, many of whom are "people who have worked the coast and have been working on their boats and have never had to turn to the government for assistance before."
Williams said the department is worried that some would-be applicants are too embarrassed to seek benefits.
An analysis of BP claims paid to fishermen conducted by Catholic Charities, using data obtained through BP, indicates that BP claims payments are keeping fishermen and their families just above subsistence poverty.
The documents show that the oystermen, shrimpers, crabbers and fin fishermen received average payments of $2,143 per month, which would total $25,724 in a year, since the April 20 disaster.
An unemployed head of household relying on the claims process to substitute one year's loss of income would receive just above the federal poverty level of $22,050 for a family of four.
Catholic Charities' data warns that with the continued reduction in BP check amounts and the possibility of a lump sum payment from Kenneth Feinberg, the appointee in charge of overseeing the $20 billion BP escrow fund, most people will need to adjust to lower income levels while balancing expenses and debt.
BP issued a statement regarding its delay in giving additional funding to Catholic Charities: "We are proud of the partnership we've had with Catholic Charities. They were first on the ground and provided immediate assistance to those in need. Our partnership allowed them to expand their efforts to seven parishes. We have received many proposals with similar requests: a federal proposal from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a state proposal from Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, a proposal from the American Red Cross and a local request from Catholic Charities of New Orleans. We have been in conversations with all parties, hoping to identify the best way to support the community."
Costanza responded: "I don't think the money is the problem. It's access to it. We know from experience with the Exxon Valdez. The claims process basically keeps people in poverty. But we are hopeful that BP will come through and make it right.
"Right now it looks like the oyster beds will be down 3 years. We're not sure if crabs are good. They've already spotted oil in the larvae," Costanza said. He listed some jobs, such as oyster bed restoration and barrier island restoration, which he said the fishermen thought up as a way to keep them on the water in their communities until the oysters and crabs come back – assuming they come back.
"Basically, we are trying to convince the philanthropic community that we need help," Costanza said.


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This is the most ridiculous photo of Shinobi (and possibly any dog) of all time. Shinobi got her first taste of sheep poo today and apparently this is gormet for Shiba's. She went nutso for it. We actually had to leave because she kept eating it :/
Stormy! I would just like all people living in sunny places to take a moment to appreciate how lucky they are! This gloom has been upon us since September.
Princess Shinobi in King Arthur's Castle - Tintagel
Annoyingly fuzzy photo but up so high we saw hawks hovering ready to swoop on their prey. I had to hold Shinobi back from hurtling herself off the cliff to catch it!


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Saba" in after her mackerel markings, but that one didn't seem to stick either.
Recently, staff noticed the shy girl had been losing weight and they put her under observation. A sign was put up on the cage door: Claire. Leslie texted me to let me know she'd named a cat after me.
I'd practically given up on making proper friends with this kitty, since she never got past looking at me with resignation and faint horror anytime I tried to pet her. I wonder if Leslie's giving me a hint to try again... Perhaps sharing a name will encourage a bond. If not, there's always tuna.
As for the name, let's hope that three times is the charm.
|Claire and Skye


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Quick Facts
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Monday thru Thursday - *9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. & Friday through Sunday - 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. [October 1-March 31]
* Opens at 7:30 a.m. [April 1- September 30]. The Tennis Center reserves the right to close early due to inclement weather and/or lack of court demand.
- Resident Youth (17 & under) — $2.50 per person per session
- Resident Adult (18 & up) — $3.00 per person per session
- Non-Resident Youth (17 & under) — $3.25 per person per session
- Non-Resident Adult (18 & up) — $4.00 per person per session
Who qualifies as a Resident of Plano?
Please specifiy that you want to use the ball machine when making a court reservation, as the machines can only be plugged into outlets on certain courts.
Hoppers (typically used for picking up balls) are available for rent. A hopper holds approximately 75 balls. This is a great way to practice serves. The cost is $2.00 + your court fee.
Balls carts are also available for rent. The cost is $5.00 + your court fee.
Please let us know if you want a ball machine, hopper, or cart when making your reservation, so that we can put you on an appropriate court.
Annual passes allow court use without per session court fees. Court reservations may be made up to two (2) days in advance. While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended. Cost of annual passes:
Family: $260
Adult (18 & older): $150
Youth (17 & under): $85
*Primary residence is in Plano.
Family: $390
Adult (18 & older): $230
Youth (17 & under): $130
Annual Ball Machine Club:
$225 + tax
You may reserve the ball machine as often as desired, based on availability. Ball machine reservations may be made up to two (2) days in advance. While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended. Players without the optional annual court fee pass, will also be charged their regular court fee for the session. Note: Ball machines are typically not available Monday-Saturday 4:30pm-8:15pm due to High Point's junior development program and limited availability of ball carts/ball machine courts. Please make yourself familar with the reservation process and available times, before considering an annual ball machine club membership.
Court reservations & ball machine rentals may be made in person or by calling 972-941-7170, from 9 a.m. until closing, Monday through Sunday. You may reserve a court no more than two days in advance.
A person may have only one active reservation at a time (you must finish your first reservation before a second reservation can be made).
Please let us know if you want a ball machine, or if you'd like to rent a hopper or cart of balls, so that we can place you on an appropriate court & away from league play.
High Point Park Tennis Center
421 W. Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75023
972-941-7170, option 4
High Point Updates
High Point Tennis Center has been serving the local tennis community for over 40 years! We have 21 lighted outdoor tennis courts. Eight smaller courts serve as instructional courts for our youngest players (ages 5-10), as well as for Pickleball enthusiasts. Beginner classes through more advanced levels are available to individuals interested in group lessons. We also offer adult tennis workouts, adult leagues, and private lessons. Want to play casually with a friend or family member? Rent a court for a small per player fee. Ball machines are also available for rent. Finally, our pro shop is stocked with the latest in tennis racquets, gear, and apparel. We look forward to seeing you on the court!
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(going on now till the end of the year)
- 10% off the lowest sticker price on all apparel
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- 10% off all regularly priced junior AND adult tennis shoes
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No snow here! So make the most of our brisk, but tennis-still-rocks weather by registering for winter-spring 2019 classes. You can register via Recreation Online, in person and on the phone. The course catalog is now linked to the registration system. If you see a class you would like to register for, simply click on the title in the catalog and it will redirect you to Recreation Online.
You will also find our 2019 summer camp offerings. Take some spring stress off now by registering your children early. From beginner, intermediate and advanced, players of all ages will find many tennis activities to choose from.
In order to make your registration experience easier, we suggest you log in before registration starts to make sure your login credentials are up to date. Note: Recreation Online works best with Chrome and Internet Explorer browsers.
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Need to brush up on your volleys at the net? How about those overheads? Or don't have those shots in your toolbox, but wish you did? Sign up for our 90 minute adult workouts. Pick and choose the days/times that work for you! For the complete schedule, click on the "Adult Workouts" tab at the top. Three NEW workouts available!
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I've lived in Glenwood for four and a half years now. I know domestic violence happens here. I've heard about it. I've heard it. I've seen the effects of it.
Tonight, I saw it.
As I rounded the corner of Union Street and Silver Avenue, a man punched a woman in the head, knocking her to the ground. He then continued to threaten her. Less than a minute later, they were both getting back in their car, pulling away.
I wanted to get out and help her. But, fear of getting hurt myself kept me in my car. I pulled over and called the police, keeping an eye on them the whole time. Of course, the couple left long before the police even started their cars.
As I pulled away, fury set in. I wish I had gotten out of the car. Screamed. Yelled. Fought. Done something to help her. I don't care if I would have been hurt.
In the end, I know the "smart" decision was to stay in the car. But at this moment, I regret it.
I hope she's alright when they get home.


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A proposal that would allow East Ridgeville Boulevard to extend across Route 27 was presented last night to the Mount Airy Planning and Zoning Commission.
The proposal, submitted by developer Robert Peacock, would improve access to a 13-acre property he plans to develop.
The property, which is zoned for commercial use, is located at Ridge Road near Interstate 70.
Two businesses -- a gasoline station and a convenience store -- plan to locate on the property. However, Mr. Peacock said that several businesses have expressed interest in the site.
He said the poor access to the property has severely limited his efforts to market it.
His plans for developing the site have been delayed for a year while he awaited approval from the State Highway Administration to extend East Ridgeville Boulevard across Route 27.