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The author of the New York Times bestseller Broken Open returns with a visceral and profound memoir of two sisters who, in the face of a bone marrow transplant—one the donor and one the recipient—begin a quest for acceptance, authenticity, and most of all, love.
A mesmerizing and courageous memoir: the story of two sisters uncovering the depth of their love through the life-and-death experience of a bone marrow transplant. Throughout her life, Elizabeth Lesser has sought understanding about what it means to be true to oneself and, at the same time, truly connected to the ones we love. But when her sister Maggie needs a bone marrow transplant to save her life, and Lesser learns that she is the perfect match, she faces a far more immediate and complex question about what it really means to love—honestly, generously, and authentically.
Hoping to give Maggie the best chance possible for a successful transplant, the sisters dig deep into the marrow of their relationship to clear a path to unconditional acceptance. They leave the bone marrow transplant up to the doctors, but take on what Lesser calls a "soul marrow transplant," examining their family history, having difficult conversations, examining old assumptions, and offering forgiveness until all that is left is love for each other's true selves. Their process—before, during, and after the transplant—encourages them to take risks of authenticity in other aspects their lives.
But life does not follow the storylines we plan for it. Maggie's body is ultimately too weak to fight the relentless illness. As she and Lesser prepare for the inevitable, they grow ever closer as their shared blood cells become a symbol of the enduring bond they share. Told with suspense and humor, Marrow is joyous and heartbreaking, incandescent and profound. The story reveals how even our most difficult experiences can offer unexpected spiritual growth. Reflecting on the multifaceted nature of love—love of other, love of self, love of the world
—Marrow is an unflinching and beautiful memoir about getting to the very center of ourselves.The author of the New York Times bestseller Broken Open returns with a visceral and profound memoir of two sisters who, in the face of a bone marrow transplant—one the donor and one the recipient—begin a quest for acceptance, authenticity, and most of all, love.
Marrow is unlike any other memoir I have read before as it chronicles a love story between two sisters and not one that solely focuses on partnership. Lesser beautifully weaves together the story of how she becomes a sole donor to her sister Maggie after she is diagnosed with cancer. The craft with which this novel was written was simply amazing and I loved how she was able to take the reader along with her on this emotional journey.
One of the greatest and one of my favorite themes of this novel is the concept of forgiveness. Although, it is not easy it is freeing and can assist the soul in being freed of burden. The main characters, Lesser and Maggie, must come to terms with a lot of things that occurred in their past in order to be able move on in the present. What is relatively unique about this journey is that these two women are polar opposites. Maggie is the woman who supposedly "has it all" and Lesser is the woman who questions things and doesn't necessarily have her life in order at all times. By engaging in this healing process I felt like the women learned more about themselves, but even more about each other.
I can't praise this memoir enough. There were so many concepts that intrigued me and made me so aware of how your mind set can overall affect your well being. It was beautiful that these women wanted to emotionally and mentally prepare themselves for the marrow transplant by engaging in therapy hoping that in the long wrong it would better prepare Maggie for the transplant. What was even more beautiful about the memoir is that although it is written and told from the perspective of Lesser, we have access to journal entries and notes written by Maggie during this entire process. Overall, this gave the reader better insight to the entire situation/circumstance surrounding the sisters.
If you are looking for a novel that gives beautiful, in-depth, and intriguing perspectives and outlooks on life, I would highly recommend this novel. It truly is a work of art and a pure and honest love story that I have yet to see in any other book.
ELIZABETH LESSER is the author of The Seeker's Guide and the New York Times bestseller Broken Open. She is the cofounder of Omega Institute, recognized internationally for its workshops and conferences that focus on holistic health, psychology, spirituality, creativity, and social change. Prior to her work at Omega, she was a midwife and childbirth educator. She lives in the Hudson Valley with her family.


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D33 Board of Education Committed to Continued Discussions with Union
The Board of Education and its Administration learned for the first time this morning from an article in the Daily Herald that our teachers have approved setting a strike date. While we were aware that our teachers met yesterday after school, we were not apprised of the outcome of the meeting. The teachers also have not directly informed us that they have set a strike date, or the date they intend to strike. Nevertheless, the Board and its Administration will be prepared and have a work stoppage plan in place in the unfortunate event that our teachers decide to strike.
The Board and its Administration were disappointed to learn that our teachers' representative incorrectly suggested to the Daily Herald that we have refused to meet and continue to negotiate with our teachers union in an effort to reach settlement for a successor contract. Simply stated, nothing could be farther from the truth. In fact, the Board's negotiation team met with the teachers' team on January 9, 2013. The Board presented the teachers' union with an offer to settle all outstanding issues relative to the successor contract which represented substantial movement beyond the Board's last best offer made in December. That offer was rejected by the teachers union. The Board has and continues to be willing to meet with the teachers' union in the hope of reaching an agreement for a successor contract. The Board's willingness to meet with the teachers' union will continue even if the teachers choose to strike.
Dr. Chris Scheck, Board of Education President, states, "We are disappointed that Union membership has rejected our settlement offer which went well beyond our official last, best offer. At this point, the Board has no idea how to settle this contract. The money they are seeking just isn't there."
The Board will continue to place the needs of the students first and continue to be fiscally responsible to our community.
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'Charlotte' DVD an Easter treat
EmptyParamount Home Entertainment has scored big with "Charlotte's Web," the live-action movie of the classic children's book by E.B. White that grossed $82.5 million in North American theaters.
Consumers bought 3.5 million DVDs in the first week after the title's April 3 release, making it the biggest live-action family film since Buena Vista Home Entertainment's "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" in April 2006.
Just as the Walt Disney Co. did last year, Paramount marketers positioned the film as an ideal Easter gift. They also timed the DVD release to coincide with the Tuesday before Easter.
"We felt confident that families would embrace this terrific DVD, but the demand has surpassed our expectations," said Kelley Avery, president of worldwide home entertainment at Paramount Pictures.
Easter is the second-biggest retail traffic period behind Christmas. The National Retail Federation projects Easter 2007 spending to come in at a record $14.4 billion, up from $12.6 billion last year. Average spending per person is projected at $135.07, up 11% from the previous year.
"Easter is gaining more relevance as a retail holiday," said Phil Rist, vp strategy at BIGresearch, a consumer market intelligence firm that conducted the "NRF 2007 Easter Consumer Intentions and Action Survey."
The Easter holiday also is credited with keeping Warner Home Video's "Happy Feet" at the top of the Nielsen VideoScan First Alert sales chart for the week ending April 8. "Charlotte's Web" debuted at No. 2, but the difference between the two titles was less than 6% -- and sources said "Charlotte's Web" was No. 1 at Wal-Mart, the biggest retailer of DVDs.
Two other kid-themed DVDs that have been out for a while -- Buena Vista Home Entertainment's "Peter Pan" and DreamWorks' "Flushed Away," which Paramount distributed -- climbed back up the chart during Easter week. "Peter Pan," in its fifth week in stores, rose a notch to No. 7, while "Flushed Away," available for seven weeks, shot up from No. 18 to No. 10.


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- Sandi Holland said...
Hi Patti: I'll gladly follow you soon as I see your link. Your stuff is still just as delightful as it has always been and gives me such a warm, happy feeling when I view it. My mother paints simple, folkart landscapes. They are beautiful and unique. I will also link her blog to you http://www.landscapefolkartist.blogspot.com. Take care and see you around. Sandi
- January 20, 2012 8:36 AM
- Patti Moore said...
Hi Sandi! :)
Thanks so much for the kind comments you left on my blog, SIMPLE*BLESSINGS! I am so glad that you have enjoyed my art in the past!... and I'd love it if you'd continue to follow me on my new blog, PHOLKART*BLESSINGS. :)
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Happy Creating to both you & your mom!
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- January 20, 2012 9:39 AM


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Robinsons squash maker Britvic has announced plans to close the factory where the drink has been produced for more than 90 years, putting 242 jobs at risk.
Britvic said it planned to transfer production of Robinsons and another drink, Fruit Shoot, away from Norwich to sites in east London, Leeds and Rugby.
Robinsons squash moved to its factory in the city in 1925. The popular brand is well known to tennis fans through its sponsorship of the Wimbledon Championships.
Chief executive Simon Litherland said: "Britvic is proud to be a British manufacturer and Norwich has been an important site for our business for many years.
"This is not a proposal that we make lightly and we know this is upsetting news for our colleagues."
Britvic said the aim was to improve efficiency and productivity and the plans would see the site close towards the end of 2019.
Mr Litherland also said there would be environmental benefits and that it was part of wider changes to ensure the company had the "flexibility and capability" to respond to changing consumer trends.
The company said affected employees would be offered support including redeployment at other sites and services to find alternative employment.
Costs related to the closure will be detailed in Britvic's annual results in November.
The group said it remained committed to a three-year £240m investment in its British manufacturing operations, announced in 2015.
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Troika reaffirms support for peace in Sudan and South Sudan
Statement issued jointly by British, Norwegian and United States Embassies in Juba and Khartoum
13 September 2013
Representatives of Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States met in Oslo last week to reaffirm their commitment to working together as the Troika to support peace and development in Sudan and South Sudan. We will continue to support the AU leadership in facilitating constructive engagement through the AU High Level Implementation Panel (AUHIP) headed by President Mbeki. We also reiterate our readiness to coordinate with other international actors, and emphasise in this regard the importance of IGAD, Ethiopia and other countries in the region.
The Troika welcomes the meeting of the Presidents of Sudan and South Sudan in Khartoum on 3 September 2013. We hope that the Presidents' renewed commitment to cooperation and dialogue will lead to unconditional implementation of the 27 September 2012 Agreements.
In this context, we are encouraged by the decision to cooperate on the export of oil, consistent with existing agreements. We welcome the Presidents' stated resolve to implement agreements on border security and demarcation, cross-border movement of people and goods, economic development and debt relief, and their commitment to achieve a final resolution of the status of Abyei, as the basis for moving forward.
The Troika echoes the concerns expressed by the AU Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) in its 29 July 2013 Communiqué over growing tension in Abyei. We strongly support the Presidents' decision to expedite the establishment of civilian institutions in Abyei. We express our continued support for the AUHIP's Proposal for the Final Disposition of Abyei, which is a fair, equitable and workable solution. We urge the parties to make tangible steps toward the conduct of a legitimate, safe, transparent and timely referendum. At the same time, we encourage the governments to promote stability and build confidence among Abyei's communities through disarmament, economic development, and safe migration. We also support the AUPSC's decision to visit Abyei and encourage this visit to take place soon.
We welcome the countries' renewed commitment to pursue a joint approach on debt relief, and remind the parties of the economic and political steps necessary to achieve progress in this regard. The Troika recalls that democratic transformation was central to the vision of the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), and emphasises that political and economic reforms in each country are critical to ensuring sustainable peace within and between them.
We stress the need for the Government of Sudan to address the political causes of the conflicts in Darfur, Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile, and to initiate an inclusive dialogue on political reform. We urge the Government to end aerial bombardments of civilian areas and call on both sides to negotiate a cessation of hostilities. We also urge immediate full humanitarian access and unrestricted operational freedom for UNAMID.
We also express concern about the crisis in Jonglei state in South Sudan. We urge the Government of the Republic of South Sudan to continue efforts to facilitate unhindered access for humanitarian organisations and for UNMISS. The Government must hold to account those responsible for human rights violations, and negotiate an end to the conflict.


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My sister and her boyfriend have been dating almost a year and I have this weird feeling about him.. I don't know if it's good or bad and I can't seem to be shaking this feeling off
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What kind of weird feeling? like you like him, or you think he's bad for your sister because both can be explained.
If you like him, its just because you want what she has... sibling rivalry... happens...
If you feel like he's bad for your sister, you are just over protective... it happens too.
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First Aid for Homeschoolers
Posted in Homeschool View on Saturday, September 1, 2007
Is your homeschool prepared for medical emergencies? Would you know what to do if your child started choking? The day my young son started turning blue at the kitchen table was the day our family realized the importance of knowing first aid! With a melon ball accidently lodged tightly in his windpipe, my son frantically motioned for help and grabbed at his throat. Using the Heimlich Maneuver, we were able to dislodge the melon and save my son's life.
Thankfully, we don't often have to face life-threatening moments like this one. However, according to a report in WebMD Medical News, dangers in the home cause 20,000 deaths, 7 million disabling injuries, and 20 million hospital trips in the U.S. each year. As a homeschooling family that lives together 24/7, we face the possibility of even more injuries that require a practical knowledge of first aid. Therefore, teaching our children how to administer medical treatment and when to seek professional help can be crucial.
Preparing for every medical emergency may not be realistic, but there are several resources from Alpha Omega Publications® (AOP) that will help you teach many common first-aid facts. The practical (and potentially life-saving) emergency medical treatment information found in LIFEPAC® Health or Switched-On Schoolhouse® High School Health will benefit your homeschool family with helpful, hands-on procedures. Here are two ideas that will give your younger children a head start in helping your family be prepared for emergencies:
Making an Emergency Number Checklist - When an accident happens and your child has dialed 9-1-1 for help, does he know the who, what, when, and where to say to the emergency personnel? Contact information such as name of household, address, and your phone number should be made into a list that a child can read and understand. Keep the list near your telephone and also include names, addresses, and phone numbers of your spouse's workplace, family doctor, nearest neighbor, local hospital, police, and poison control. Family members with serious allergies or medical conditions should also be noted on the list.
Creating Your Own First-aid Kit - Have your child make a first-aid kit and store it in a permanent safe place in your home (on an upper shelf away from toddlers). Small plastic lunch boxes with handles work great and your child can label it with large letters and decorate it with a red cross. Inform everyone, old enough to be responsible, of the kit's location and teach them to always return it to the same place. Include these common first-aid items: alcohol, antibiotic ointment, band-aids, cotton swabs, tweezers, elastic bandage and safety pins, tissues, first-aid tape, gauze (pads and roll), 1% - hydrocortisone cream, and a break-to-use ice pack (or have one ready in the freezer).
Don't let your family members be caught off guard. Teach your children first aid and make sure the medical emergencies in your homeschooling family have a happy ending. Whether it's knowing the treatment for blisters, splinters, and bloody noses or something more life-threatening such as treating an unconscious person or a choking victim, teach your children the right response that might spare a loved one pain or even save his life!


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It is among the most hard jobs you can have, but it could also be among the most gratifying ones you discover how to concentrate on success instead of stew over the failings. We're broaching training course regarding cold calls. There are tested ways to be a much more successful cold caller, and also as possibility would certainly have it these tips will additionally assist you to appreciate your task that much more:
Get Started with Cold Calling in Ithaca
1. Self-Reflection.
You do not require to psycho-analyze yourself, however you do need to figure out exactly what will make you much more comfortable cold calling as well as exactly how you especially could discover to deal with far better the rejection that will certainly come your way. You are going to be hung up on and cussed out, as well as they'll also bring your mom into the formula chances are at some point.
2. Remain Expert.
Several of the same people that seethe at you for calling them coincide ones who, in 5-20 mins are mosting likely to acquire exactly what you are marketing. Naturally, if you anger back, hang up or enter a screaming suit compared to you are not going to sell them anything. Add to that your boss likely will not much appreciate you cursing someone out need to they be eavesdroping and also staying professional no matter the situation is constantly a great idea.
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3. Practice transportation concentrating on speed, tone, and also pitch..
When I tune right into deals calls, I am as frequently as feasible stunned by the message inside the message. On the telephone, this part is missing, as well as this indicates the message comprises just of the words and how you claim them.
4. Feel their pain.
Some of the reactions you get while cold calling is very over the top. Also though you are the one getting hung up on all day, always take the potential client's side, yet constantly own the conversation towards making that sale
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5. Enlighten the desired prospector in advance.
Make certain to send out a message or an Email to the consumer prior to making the telephone call. Online marketers ought to try to send a direct mail or an email to inform the possibility that a phone call will be made later on.
6. Begin Dealing with Issues.
In cold calling, another important point that you have to do is to give up your marketing goals first; however instead, construct out much more initiative on providing what your clients' needs. Keep in mind that, you are not just chasing after possibility clients, however you are there to help individuals who might have problems. You have actually obtained a product or solution that might help a person, finish an issue, enhance profit, save money, or conserve time. For that matter, it is critical that you develop a relying on partnership with your client
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7. Keep a quick speed.
The more people you call, the much more potential sales you are going to make. While there are lots of ideas for succeeding more often, eventually it is a numbers game. At some point, you will certainly have practically an intuition regarding figuring out who you have on the line and that is just dragging you along because they have trouble stating no; in the meanwhile reward everyone like they are going to offer and always push your pace. You'll discover that at the end of the day every one of that effort repaid, and also the even more you push on your own to go quickly, the simpler and also simpler it gets up until it is virtually acquired behavior
Cold calling could be an extremely effective sales method, it is additionally hard, as well as there are some challenges any type of company could fall victim to. Consider precisely how much it requires to finish a successful cold call.


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When I do a board retreat and ask trustees what they would prefer not to be asked to do, the most common answer is "Fundraising."
The reason is that they don't understand what fundraising is. That is only a teeny, tiny portion of what fundraising is all about.
There are so many things that a very shy, person can do in the process of fundraising. A person who loves to cook. A person who is great at research. Someone who can do calligraphy or type or speak passionately about a cause. Or write a thank-you note. All without asking for money.
Fundraising can be a team sport or be done in solitary. The beauty of it is that if you care deeply about a cause,there are ways to ensure the resources to meet the needs of an organization, whether your idea of a good time is a liter of coke, a bag of Doritos and the newest Newt Gingrich book, or getting together with 2000 of your nearest and dearest and running a marathon.
I will be spending some time in my blog exploring all of the ways to raise funds for all of you who care, but are ask averse. The truth is, although I ask, I am one of you!
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We had bought tickets through Scoupon a while back, and we'll definitely have to remember that for next year. I think Scoupon had the tickets for $5 cheaper, but the real win was that you could skip the massive ticket buying line and go straight to the ticket checking line.
The festival was quite busy (especially for a Sunday) but not so busy that you had to wait in line for a long time. People were getting drinks then sitting down at the tables and watching the bands which we thought were all really cool, especially in comparison to the music at the Beaufort St Festival which was mostly god awful dance pop with the bass turned up so high that I kept thinking my phone was ringing the whole night.
We sent straight to Little Creatures to check if they had their Saison, but they didn't so we went back to the start and had our first drink at Eagle Bay, yum! We also had a beer at Cheeky Monkey and a cider at Blackwood Valley, and after scoping out the rest of the festival we stopped at Feral for a tasting paddle.
I had:
- Fanta Pants (Imperial Red Ale, 7.6%)
- Karma Chameleon (Imperial Black IPA, 10%), best beer of the day
- Karma Citra (Black IPA, 6.6%)
Andrew had:
- Kelis (Saison, 6.5%)
- Razorback (Barley Wine, 10%)
- Hopfen Fahrt (IPA, 6.4%), this one wasn't on the list but was at the taps
We had our first two while watching the band and saved our last glass for the beer masterclass. I saved the Karma Chameleon because that was one I definitely didn't want to rush!
The beer tasting masterclass was with Matt from Bob's Bar. He talked a little bit about types of beer, types of tastes and faults in beer, and about how to start getting into beer tasting. I found the bit about faults really interesting, especially that certain tastes are supposed to be in certain types of beers, but if they're in others they're considered a fault. My palette is definitely not refined enough yet! We also got to smell some hop flowers (which were very pretty and smelt exactly like beer), and crunch on some malt (which was really delicious, but didn't taste like beer).
We finished off with a Saison cocktail from Cocktail Gastronomy and a beer from Mash Brewery (the Copy Cat IPA). The cocktail was nice, sweet, but we couldn't taste the beer in it. The meringue thing on top was really yum.
We also couldn't resist and got some waffle fries. I don't know why this isn't a thing that is everywhere, they were amazing!
Any trip to Fremantle isn't complete without dinner at Maya. After drinking and not eating much all day we left all the plates squeaky clean.
I love festivals at Fremantle! I think they've really worked out how to make it an awesome day. We went to the Beaufort St Festival the day before and it was quite hard not to keep making comparisons. We had fun at the BSF too, but they didn't get the setup, facilities, and content as right as the Fremantle festivals do. They had different constraints, and they did well trying to keep the masses moving in the direction traffic would, but all in all it was meh in comparison.
Having said that, we will definitely being going to both again next year. Perth is so cool!


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When we talk about indoor rowers, the first name that comes to mind is Concept2. Undoubtedly, this brand is the platinum standard for rowing machines. But it doesn't mean it's the only one out there that's worth checking out.
We've discussed the wooden WaterRowers, which are a huge hit for their exquisite appearance and high-quality craftsmanship. And there is also the Bodycraft VR500 Pro Rowing Machine, which we'll discuss in more detail below.
Although the Concept2 Model D leads the competition among indoor rowers, BodyCraft (the company) has gone ahead and positioned itself as a "premium among premium" brands. Its top-of-the-line rowing machine is pegged at a much higher price point than both the Model D and the WaterRower Natural.
Is this move justified? Is BodyCraft correct in selling a pricier, less popular product? And lastly, why should people buy the more expensive Bodycraft rower when other, more well-known models offer the same level of quality and durability?
In This Review, You'll Get…
The questions above are what we'll tackle in this article. As you go further down, you'll realize that Bodycraft rowing machines are purposefully designed for users with specific preferences. What those preferences are we'll talk about in more detail below.
First, and most important of all, we're going to talk about the resistance type of the VR500. This machine uses a combination of air and magnetic resistance, which is a whole lot different from the air resistance of the Concept2 and the water resistance of the WaterRower.
Ergonomic design details also come into play when you're selecting a rower. These are important and, for many people, could prove to be deal-breakers. We'll discuss these things, including seat comfort, rail length, and grip comfort. The performance monitor on this rower is also important. We'll see how well (or poorly) it matches up to the fancy PM5 on the Concept2.
Lastly, we'll look at things such as assembly, storage, and maintenance. These can seem like trivial things when you're trying to understand difficult concepts such as magnetic resistance. However, storing your VR500 and making sure it's up to snuff and working well all the time are important to pay attention to as well.
If you're in a hurry and would like to read about a certain aspect of the VR500, check out the Table of Contents below and click on the link that goes to the section you're interested in.
In a Nutshell...
What We Like:
- Strong, stable, and sturdy
- Huge, contoured, steady seat
- Constant resistance unless you change the level
- Smooth, fluid transitions between resistance levels
- Resistance can be changed at the push of a button
- Has 32 levels of resistance
- Does not make any noise AT ALL
- Lifetime warranty for the frame and 5-year warranty for the parts
- More than average fitness monitor with backlit LCD display
- Easy to assemble, store, and maintain
What We Don't Like:
- Has a large footprint; not fit for smaller homes
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Bodycraft VR500 Eddy Current Technology
The Bodycraft VR500 uses a combination of air and magnetic resistance to provide intensity. Just like the Concept2 Model D and Model E, it uses an air flywheel to provide resistance. However, unlike the former, the VR500's flywheel becomes more difficult to spin when the blades slow down.
How do they slow down? They do that thanks to magnetic resistance. The rower has electromagnets attached to the blades that act as a braking system. When this happens, you are forced to use greater effort to keep the flywheel spinning as fast as it used to. That's how you increase resistance in the VR500.
All this uses what BodyCraft calls eddy currents. This is the same technology used in the braking systems of high-speed trains and rollercoasters. We're not electrical engineers here, so bear with us while we attempt to explain this concept.
The electromagnets on the flywheel create a magnetic field. When you change the resistance by pressing a button on the rower's handlebar, the rower generates eddy currents (swirling currents) that interact with the magnetic field. This causes the blades to slow down.
The faster the blades are spinning (meaning the less resistance you use), the stronger the effect of the interaction becomes. So when the flywheel starts to slow down, the braking force also slows down. In practical terms, this leads to a smooth, fluid transition from one resistance level to the next.
Bodycraft VR500 Air and Magnetic Resistance
So what does this all mean for the person who doesn't have a degree in engineering? The most important lesson here is this: On the Bodycraft VR500, the resistance will always remain the same.
It will not increase when you pull harder nor decrease when you slacken your pace. Your body is always subjected to a consistent level of resistance all throughout your workout, unless you decide to take it up or down a notch. Other rowers, such as the Stamina Avari, have also taken the route of magnetic resistance instead of following in Concept2's footsteps.
There are 32 levels of resistance on the VR500. To go up and down on those levels, you simply have to press some buttons on the handlebar. This will create the eddy currents that will interact with the magnetic field to slow the flywheel down.
So, is this better than self-regulated resistance? Not necessarily, but it isn't necessarily worse either. For one thing, the 32 levels of resistance on the VR500 are not really comparable to the resistance of self-regulated machines.
On the latter, you control your resistance in every single stroke. You can go as low as a Level 1 to a Level 60 or Level 600, which both don't exist on the VR500, though we imagine most people won't ever need to go beyond a resistance level of 32.
The fixed resistance levels have their advantages, too. Since your body is subjected to the same intensity level all throughout the exercise, you're not forced to consciously check the resistance all the time. This means there is practically no room for momentum to take over. That tends to happen on a self-regulated rower, but not on the VR500.
This will force you to keep your form and technique in tiptop shape all the time. On other rowers, you could find that momentum soon gets some of the work done and it's too easy for you to pull with your arms more than your legs. As we've discussed in this article, that's not a good thing because you want to drive with 60% of your power coming from your legs, where the biggest muscles in the body are.
On the other hand, self-regulated resistance rowers can enhance your mental focus, since you have to constantly remind yourself to drive back with the same intensity and proper form. In this regard, We wouldn't call one rower better than the other. The VR500 can offer you a similarly grueling full-body workout even though resistance is not the same.
What may be a turn-off for some, though, is that the VR500 is nowhere near mimicking the feel of rowing on real water, despite BodyCraft's claims of such. Such a consistency of resistance found in the VR500 will never have its counterpart in nature.
But then again, it's because of the combination of air and magnetic resistance that makes this rower whisper quiet. It's so silent you practically won't hear a thing coming from the flywheel. If you like to watch TV, listen to music, or have conversations while exercising, or if you simply live with people who can't be bothered with noise coming from an exercise machine, the VR500 won't be a hindrance at all.
Bodycraft VR500 Design and Ergonomics
The Bodycraft VR500 has a heavy-duty I-beam monorail that makes it ideal for heavy home use and light commercial use.
The rail itself has 56 inches in length, allowing most people to be able to fully extend their legs on the rowing machine. This translates to a maximum in-seam of 39 inches. This is the average in-seam for people who are 6 ft., 6 in. in height. Unfortunately, if you're taller than that, there's no option to buy an extra-long rail for the VR500.
On top of the rail is the signature seat of the rower. For many fans of BodyCraft, this is what separates the VR500 from the rest. If you're not a fan of the hard, uncomfortable seats of other rowers – and the ugly blisters and callouses that will inevitably develop in the most horrific places – the VR500 is what you're looking for.
It has a huge, contoured seat that keeps your butt in place. This prevents it from rubbing up and down or sideways on the seat as you move forward and back during the stroke. The steadiness is what prevents you from getting blisters.
Underneath the seat is a set of heavy-duty roller bearings larger than those on the Concept2. These contribute heavily to the butter-smooth, quiet operation of the VR500, aside from the nylon drive strap that makes no clanging sounds that a metal chain would.
The nylon strap has just enough spring tension to give your hamstrings a lot of work when you're moving forward at the recovery. Over the drive strap is a lightweight handlebar made of aluminum. The handles are tilted slightly downwards for a more natural wrist position – straight, even at the end of the drive.
The handlebar also houses the remote control for resistance, which lets you change the resistance level even in mid-stroke. When you're using the rower, keep in mind to always place the handlebar on the handle holder once you stop using it. Letting go of the handles while in mid-air can damage the nylon strap and will possibly void your warranty as well.
Below the handlebar, you can find the heel rests. These are adjustable with up to six settings, each of them able to accommodate a variety of foot sizes. The foot straps go over the ball of your feet. They have buckles that you can move to adjust the tightness around your feet.
Bodycraft VR500 Durability and Quality
The I-beam monorail of the VR500 is constructed from T13 aluminum. That's a high-strength aluminum alloy that's also used in making wheels for different kinds of trailers – from trailers that carry boats to pop-up campers. That sounds like a pretty sturdy material for us. On top of the rail is powder coated steel, which adds an extra layer of protection.
The nylon strap is made from industrial-grade webbing, similar to those used in race car driver seat belts and military backpacks. For this particular application, the strap has gone through rigorous testing via pulling with 287 lbs. of stress a million times.
It is because of this that the VR500 can accommodate up to 350 lbs. of maximum user weight. It's a pretty good limit, but the WaterRower can accommodate up to 700 lbs., making it a better choice for extremely obese people who are looking to start incorporating a low-impact exercise into their lifestyle (with the recommendation of a physician, of course).
Nonetheless, the VR500 is still a viable option for most people, and even those who have mobility issues. If you're beset with knee problems, for instance, you won't have qualms about bending down too low to sit on this rower, since the seat is placed 19 inches above the floor. It's just like sitting on a regular chair. Plus, it's only an inch lower than the seat of the Concept2 Model E and the HiRise option of the WaterRower.
Lastly, as if to fully stand behind the quality of this product, BodyCraft offers an immensely good warranty for this rower. If you plan to use it at home, you'll receive a lifetime warranty for the frame, plus five years on other parts, one year on smaller components and two years for labor. That's a super warranty you got there, and we're guessing that's what you're paying for with the VR500's expensive price.
For light commercial use, which means five hours of usage every day, the warranty is 10 years for the frame, two years for other parts, one year for smaller components, and 90 days for labor.
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Bodycraft VR500 Performance Monitor
The Bodycraft VR500 performance monitor tracks your workout stats and displays them on a nifty-looking console that thankfully looks like it was made in the age of computers. The LCD display and LED-backlit keys make it look like it is an actual modern gadget. And you can tilt the monitor and its arm for easier viewing.
More important than its looks, though, are functions that are robust enough for most people's needs. True enough, the Concept2 PM5 will always be the gold standard against which all other monitors will be tested. In this sense, the VR500 cannot match up to its rival, especially if you're looking for advanced features such as force curve display and online racing.
However, if you're more of an average Joe or Jane who doesn't mind not tracking their stats like an Olympic rower and are content with not joining virtual races, the VR500's performance monitor will more than meet your needs.
It can track your split time, that is your pace for a certain distance (typically shown in minutes/500 meters), elapsed time, distance in meters, strokes per minute, calories burned, watts (power expended per stroke), and heart rate.
The last one you can only track if you have a separate Polar heart rate monitor, which can be used with an optional telemetry chest strap that you can buy with the machine for an additional price.
If you're planning to share the rower with other people, such as if you're looking to buy for the entire family, a big plus on this monitor is its ability to store up to four user profiles. Each profile allows the user to save their own data and design custom workout programs for their fitness levels, separate from the data and programs of the others.
If you're new to rowing and you're not up to creating your own workout programs yet, you can take advantage of the 12 program profiles that are preset in the monitor. There are four race programs, two interval programs, and four programs where you strive to keep your heart rate at a certain level. You can work at 55%, 75%, 90%, and at a custom level. The other two profiles are a custom program and a manual program.
Bodycraft VR500 Assembly
The nice thing about indoor rowers is that they're pretty simple to assemble. They don't require a lot of guesswork and elbow grease to put them together. Thankfully, the VR500 is a rower, and you won't take forever to set up.
However, you'll need a good amount of space to lay those huge parts on and attach them to one another. BodyCraft recommends a workspace of at least 6.5 ft. by 8.5 ft. to provide room for the unassembled machine, although the shipping box itself is relatively slim and light at 71.5 in. x 30 in. x 10 in. and 116 lbs.
You'd be surprised at the components of the box. Inside is the main frame (comprising the air and magnetic resistance system, center leg, and drive strap) already pre-assembled. What you'll need to do is attach the front leg, the aluminum monorail (with the seat), and the foot rests. Once the VR500 is fully assembled, it will take up considerable room, specifically 98.5 in. x 38.5 in. x 20 in. of space.
Be careful not to throw the boxes away right away. You'll need them as a protective platform when you're putting the parts together. It's also a good idea not to remove the component packaging while you're still attaching the parts to one another. This protects them from scuffs and cracks if they fall unexpectedly.
One last tip before you assemble the VR500. Do not overtighten the nuts and bolts, or else you could damage your brand new machine. You'd do well to keep them slightly loose until all parts are properly aligned. Once everything is in place, tighten the screws firmly but not excessively.
Bodycraft VR500 Storage and Maintenance
Storing the VR500 is a bit unwieldy compared to the WaterRower, which only requires that you pull the equipment upright and roll it into place.
That said, storage is simple enough. You'll need to remove the safety pin first so you can fold the machine into two. Once the pin is removed, you'll need someone else to press down the lever with their foot while you lift the monorail into a vertical position. Check out the video above to see exactly how it's done.
Once the machine is folded, reinsert the safety pin to make sure children won't go about messing with the rower. If you would like to move the machine somewhere else, such as in a storage cabinet, for instance, the front legs have wheels on them so you can easily roll it into place.
Fortunately, the VR500 is extremely low-maintenance. You'll need to do little keeping it clean and in good working condition. The only thing you really need to do is wipe the seat rollers and aluminum beam after every use. These parts are the most susceptible to damage, since they're most exposed to your sweat, dust, and dirt.
Other than that, you only need to periodically check the nylon strap for signs of wear and tear (nicks, cuts, frays, etc.) and make sure the nuts and bolts are screwed firmly into place.
The Verdict
In many ways, the Bodycraft VR500 is an excellent rowing machine for the home. Its biggest advantage is the excellent quality and overall durability of the machine that is backed up by a lifetime warranty on the frame. None of its competitors can top that.
You'll especially sing praises for the huge, contoured seat that offers superior comfort compared to the un-padded seat of other rowers. Plus, the unchanging resistance level leaves virtually zero room for momentum to take over, thus forcing you to use the same amount of effort for every stroke.
Admittedly, there are a few weaknesses. The performance monitor is a bit lacking, especially for the price of the rower. However, since almost everyone who buys a rowing machine will not really need the bells and whistles of the Concept2 monitor, the VR500 console is more than adequate for most people's needs.
The footprint is also large. It's slightly larger than both the Concept2 and the WaterRower. Even when folded, the VR500 takes up a good amount of space. If you live in a small apartment, you might want to look at other options. Other than that, there's really nothing that can go wrong with a VR500.
Although it doesn't feel like rowing on real water, this machine is, for all intents and purposes, an excellent indoor rowing machine that can give you all the health and fitness benefits you can get from exercising with it.
Is the Bodycraft VR500 not your type of rower? Check out our comprehensive list of the top 10 best rowing machines to help you find an indoor rower that suits your taste and budget.


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"Just look at us. Everything is backwards. Everything is upside down. Doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the major media destroys information, and religion destroys spirituality." – Michael Ellner
What do you think about this quote? Do you agree? Disagree? Comment below and let me know!


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Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Three months into our now-official relationship, I am in heaven. The frequent visits to my job just to take me out to lunch, the 'hope your day is going well' emails, the call every evening before I go to sleep to wish me a goodnight. All reminders of why I am loving the place I am in. Gosh, I haven't had a last call in so long.
He has become my last call. And I am in heaven.
Abram looks across the small wooden table at me, his eyes soaking in my white, slinky, halter-dress, dangly earrings, and perfect makeup. My hair bounces in big curls, a few draping my left eye for dramatic effect. He looks at me like I'm the most beautiful thing he's ever laid eyes on, and I feel it.
He smiles. "Have I told you how beautiful you look tonight? I mean, you are a knock-out 24-7, but tonight, wow. There is something extra. And you look happy, ....and that makes me happy."
See? Heaven.
"Only ten times tonight." I joke. "You are the source of my happiness. So my smile shouldn't surprise you. It actually has been surprising me. I can't believe how perfect you are."
"Sweetheart, I'm no where near perfect. I'm trying to be the perfect man for you though. That's all I can do. It's funny 'cause I used to tease my boys for doing and saying some of the very same corny things I find myself doing now. They love it though, now they can clown me."
His words always make me smile. More importantly, he backs those words up by his actions, and that is what has my heart fluttering with every beat.
"It's only a little corny. Mostly sweet." I say, taking a sip of my Tej Honey Wine. It tastes wonderful, a little sweet, a little fruity, a little tangy.
He just laughs. "See, even you're thinking it."
The dim, romantic lights of the Blue Nile make Abram's dark, sexy eyes look even darker and sexier. They pierce through my layers as he takes my hand in his and kisses it softly. It was his idea to bring me to this Ethiopian restaurant, and I am pleased at the intimate, private, setting and soft lighting. When I told him earlier that I had never been, he'd decided that this was the place we would be dining tonight.
After not seeing each other for a whole week a couple of months ago, Abram decreed that we plan at least one day together each week that was not to be rescheduled, changed, or even put off for the next day. It has become one of my favorite things to do, even rivaling my day of retail therapy with my mother.
"So, I've decided where our next shoot will be." I say, remembering the beautiful park I spotted earlier this week.
"Oh really? Where? And what do I have to wear? And I really think you should employ some real models, cause I don't want to be the reason you fail your classes." He chuckles.
His humbleness is endearing, but he knows he is a natural. In both of the shoots we've done so far, he has been amazing. Then again, all he really needed to do was stand there and look like Abram.
"This park near U of M. It's beautiful. You will look dynamite against the water. This is...a somewhat private shoot though. So I won't be employing any other models just yet. And no shirts will be allowed on the premises." I say sexily, taking another sip of my honey wine.
He pauses, his hand holding a piece of injera, a spongy, Ethiopian wheat bread on its way to his mouth.
"So, that includes you too then, right? It's only fair."
"Ha. Don't you wish."
"Well then that is no fun." He flirts back, finally completing his left hand's short trip to his mouth. The waiter offered us traditional forks and knives, but we opted to eat it the way it was made to be eaten, with our hands. We are two corny lovebirds, taking turns feeding each other over our small, square, tile-topped table.
He even chews sexy. What did I do to deserve him?
He's giving me that look again, staring so intently it feels as though he can see clear through my dress, straight past my skin, and count the beats per minute my heart is pumping.
"It's for my enjoyment, not yours, thank you."
He raises a dubious eyebrow. "Oh? Okay I see I'm going to have to lay some ground rules when it comes to this whole taking-pictures-of-Abram thing. If I can't get behind the camera, then you can't. Your beauty is much more appealing to a camera than I am. You can't be the only one who gets to have fun, my dear. I'm not having it."
I am about to provide some witty, naughty reply when I am interrupted by a deep, raspy voice with a slight southern drawl, belonging to someone who has somehow walked right up to our table without my knowledge.
"My, my my. The lovely Ms. Nafi James. Long time no see."
The voice rings clear in my ear. Nafi. Only one person calls me that. I know exactly who its owner is. What I don't know is why I am hearing it. Didn't he move to Houston or something?
I look up, my eyes traveling up the expensive beige suit to his deep chocolate face. Yep, it is him. Jaylen Reynolds. The ex who left me with a broken heart and an empty bank account.
Damn, and the night was going so well.
I shoot a look over at a confused Abram, who is looking to me for signs as to whether he should be cordial or tell dude to step.
I look back up at Jaylen. "Jaylen. Not long enough I see. I thought you moved to Texas."
He cuts his eyes Abram's way. "Yeah, well I'm back. How you been, girl?"
10 comments:
- Porscha said...
Soooo exciting!!!!!!
- August 29, 2007 at 8:19 AM
Gurrrrl you gotta give us more than that ...
- August 29, 2007 at 10:13 AM
- Fenix said...
Well damn. I knew it was going all too well for my girl Ata.
- August 29, 2007 at 4:32 PM
NOO!! Did a conflict like this have to come so soon? but it is nice for a change.
- August 29, 2007 at 7:33 PM
- Complicated Melody said...
Thanks for another cliffhanger.
- August 30, 2007 at 12:54 AM
- Mwangangi said...
Let me sum up all the previous and future comments...
Aww shit!
- August 30, 2007 at 4:36 AM
- anonymousnupe said...
Don't tell me. Abram is also a Capoeira expert, too, right, and he's about to get his jogo on? Gotta love it. The fact that dude cleaned out your bank account was reason enough hit him in the throat with the platter on sight.
- August 30, 2007 at 2:31 PM
- Jasmine said...
Well I'll be....just when Ata thought nothing could ruin her evening....now I'm anxious for more...
- August 30, 2007 at 3:14 PM
- Breath of Light said...
uh oh!
Well I had no idea the setting was Minnesota until i read Blue Nile and you were describing it... That was a pleasant surprise. Loving the story (I'm catching up).
- September 26, 2008 at 5:05 PM
baby girl! too goo, too good i say! that blue nile- that ENJIRA, eating from the same plate-togetherness.mmh!
- February 23, 2010 at 7:39 PM


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Thurs. 11/6/15- It is 4:00 in the morning and a rooster is crowing in the background. Trouble Makers is a message we shared with you two months ago today. Tomorrow will be two months since we shared this message with you "It was revealed to us to read about the life and journey of Nelson Mandela for the third time; in this case you and I are joining a voyage in the making. This might be a voyage that can transcend the next 218 years. Before we continue lets join in a prayer for the intervention of the Most High and the Spirits of the Trouble Makers along with the Freedom Fighters of the present, past and future.
The past sixty days for the next 218 years will be remembered in the history of Guatemala. However it was five years ago, that a questioned was asked and to be honest, it still haunts my soul today. It was in the month of March 2010, a delegation of the Programa Maya asked a delegation of the Garifuna organizations about the priority of the Garifuna People of Guatemala.
Today if you ask me, as an individual, my common sense tells me that the situation in Guatemala is like fighting against the current. A few days ago, I went as far as telling a brother that things are like going up a hill with a load on your shoulder.
On the other hand, from a political angle we can see it as an opportunity to choose a priority for the Garifuna Community of Guatemala. We are aware that we are just a tiny fraction of the population; however it should be known that as a People we have a vote and a voice.
The Garifuna Votes will draw a lot of attention around these elections. There are brothers and sisters who are now competing for a portion the Garifuna Votes. We do agree that united we stand and divided we fall. We are wondering if any of the Garifuna Candidates can join the Garifuna votes. Can any of the Garifuna Candidates answer the five year old question? What is the priority of the Garifuna People of Guatemala?
In this case, from today we have eighty four days before Election Day. We as a people [Garifuna] have a choice by how we will vote. The votes will determine the outcome. We can vote for a Person or we can vote a Cause. Three years ago, we shared a message by the theme of who will you vote for? Three years later here we are asking the same question. Three years from now, we will be experiencing the outcome of how we will vote as a People in these coming elections.
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Today we are celebrating our 143rd birthday! Happy Birthday to us, Happy Birthday to us, Happy Birthday dear Canada, Happy Birthday to us!!
Although it's a drizzly, rainy day here on the south coast, there are lots of celebrations going on all over and there will be fireworks tonight. We are very lucky to live so high up on the mountain that we can see a couple of cities lighting off their fireworks. If it's still raining we can stay warm, munching on goodies and of course a nice glass of wine while we look out the window to enjoy the show!
Here is my July Vintage calendar page, it's so pretty in real life! I've just realized that I forgot to share the June calendar so I'm including it below {g}
It's been so busy here in June, but what a fun month! We've had my cousin from England here with us for nearly 3 weeks and we've had so much fun. We've been tourists in our own city, we've taken tons of pictures, laughed until our sides hurt and had lots of family time and I ate entirely too much! I miss her so much now that she's back home! Love you Izzy!!
Today is the first day of the new catalogue, I've added it to my sidebar thanks to Michelle Laycock and her generous sharing of the little gadget thingy! I hope to be able to get into my craft room soon and share some things with you before too long! I need to get inky!!
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Tips for Running While Traveling
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, you may be wondering how you can fit your running schedule into your travel plans. Follow these tips and strategies so you don't have to put your running on hold while you're on the road.
Do research before you leave.
Check out sites such as Map My Run or Run The Planet for running routes at your vacation locale. If you already have a few running routes in hand, you won't feel as apprehensive about running at your destination once you arrive.
Run on the treadmill.
Most hotels and cruise ships have a gym with at least one treadmill. If weather or safety is an issue, try to jump on the treadmill for a few miles every other day — that should be enough to maintain your fitness.
Find a local gym.
If the place you're staying at doesn't have a gym, try to find one locally where you can work out. Some gyms offer day guest passes or allow guests to work out for a small fee. Also, check and see if your hometown gym has a branch in the city you're visiting.
Take advantage of cross-training.
When you're on vacation, you may be doing activities that aren't part of your usual exercise routine, such as hiking, kayaking, or swimming. One of those cross-training activities can be a substitute for your run, so don't feel pressure to run AND do one of those cross-training activities in one day.
Run in the morning.
If you get your run over with early in the day, it won't interfere with your sightseeing, relaxation, or work-related activities. And if you're traveling to a warm weather climate, getting out early means you won't be running in the heat of the day.


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When we had our first child, we didn't reveal her sex ahead of time. We had no idea what we were having and decided to leave it up as a surprise. Our baby shower wasn't pink or blue. We didn't know ahead of time what to call her and all of our gifts arrived in shades of green and yellow. Emma's name in utero was Fidget since my only clue to her personality was her inability to lie still while I was trying to sleep. She was a blank slate and everyone's dreams for her ranged from becoming President to prima ballerina.
When Emma was born, this changed. It wasn't premeditated or malicious. All actions were born of love, but everyone (myself included since I am by no means immune to the affects of our society) started treating her differently. All of her gifts and belongings immediately shifted from green and yellow to pink. But it wasn't just about the color. It was deeper than that. It was about people's attitude toward her.
Now let's look at that little boy that is standing before you. You certainly wouldn't call him pretty or beautiful. You might call him handsome but his expected reaction to such praise would be to take the compliment gracefully and not make a big deal about it (while the little girl would be encouraged and applauded to pose and preen while everyone fawns over her). You might hug him, but not too much. Instead you might just shake his little hand so as to make him feel "like a man." You might call him a good boy but you probably wouldn't compliment his hair or choice of clothing. Having called him handsome would have been enough and further comments on his appearance would just be....odd. The assumption would also be that he had absolutely no say in what he was wearing since his mother probably picked his clothing for him. Boys have no interest in such things. And when asked what you'd dream for this little boy you might imagine him tall and strong, strappingly attractive with his pick of young women from which to marry. But he would be respectful and noble, honorable and brave. You might picture him as a lawyer, doctor, or the CEO of some big company, certainly making more money than you did and providing for his children even more than you were able to provide for him. When you imagine this little boy's future you dream of success and power.
Some of you may be vehemently shaking your heads that you don't do this. You might intrinsically see where I'm going with my heavy-handed examples, but if you're willing, really think back to how you speak to little boys and girls and the gifts you bestow upon them. While it's not 100% of the time, I'm betting that most of your comments to little girls have something to do with their appearance and most of your comments to little boys have something to do with their character. When asked most of us would defensively swear that we are all for equality of the sexes and that our children - despite their sex - are free to grow up and be whomever they want to be. But in our actions, and words, we contribute to the same gender biased crap that the media spews out every day. Partially because we too were brainwashed and partially because for many of us, we agree with the media.
Boys in pink tutus threaten us. So do aggressive women in suits. Emotional boys, girls who hate dresses and the boys who wish they could wear them. All of these images make most of us cringe because they do not fall within our definitions of girl and boy. They are other. They are wrong. They should be changed.
But that is not the truth. Pink and blue are just colors. What's wrong with orange and black? Girl and boy are just genders. People are so much more interesting and complicated than the social norms we prescribe for them. And no I'm not talking about sexual orientation. That's a whole 'nother bag of chips that I could go on and on about. I'm talking just about gender expression. Your biological sex is what you were born with, but that doesn't necessarily mean you cleanly and conveniently are team blue or team pink. Most of us are an explosive spectrum of colors and grow in to people with opinions and choices that are far more varied than the world's definition of boy or girl.
Why do we do this? Why do we tell our boys they can't cry and then wonder why they have anger management issues? Why do we constantly compliment our girls on how they look and then wonder why they garner their self respect on their body image? Why do we place the burden of "family provider" on our boys and then wonder why they crack under the pressure? Why do our highest hopes for our girls amount to their wedding day and then wonder why they're barely making over minimum wage?
So after the reveal is over, but before you run out to the store to shower us with blue or pink, just take a deep breath and think. Girls can like trains and trucks and blue. Boys can like princesses and ponies and pink. Girls can be firemen and never want children or husbands. Boys can be hair stylists and stay-at-home-dads. And the saddest part, is that even after I've done all of this writing, most of you still cringed after reading those last two sentences.
I'm not saying that people with gender expressions that happen to match their biological sex are wrong or denying their true selves in some way. With my training in the field of women's and gender studies I was fully prepared to raise a gender bending child and fight off society with a stick if they got in her way. But that's not who Emma is. Emma, despite my attempts to expose her to a plethora of choices, adores princesses and pink; ballerinas and ponies just like "most" girls. I sometimes scratch my head in wonder at how I had this obvious "girlie girl." But then I remember my research and I am reminded that people are who they are and it's up to us to let them be that. We should of course guide them to be kind, respectful, and wise. I'm not saying that a kid who shows proclivities towards becoming a bully should be encouraged to "be themselves." That's ridiculous. I'm saying that if a child is interested in becoming or doing something that may exist outside of the lines of your comfort zone - but doesn't hurt anybody - consider that it may be ok. Your children will hopefully not only thank you for it someday, but it would cut down tremendously on their therapy bills.
If you are willing, try exposing your children to all of the cultures, philosophies, and dreams that you can, regardless of their sex or your personal beliefs. Try to look at them without the filter of gender and see who they are as people - not the people society expects them to be. You might see a lot that you were missing before.


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"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be." – Lao Tzu
In the previous two posts relating to this series we examined what motivates us (our values) and how we can align our thoughts and actions to our values. This alignment is very powerful because it strengthens our integrity and therefore our personal power. Personal power allows us to get a firm grasp of the wheel and to zone in on creating the experiences, environments, relationships and outcomes which make us feel fully present and alive, whether in our professional or personal lives.
For those who took the time to reflect throughout this blog series, a wakeup call might have been heard. Others may fall into denial if they cannot acknowledge their limiting-beliefs; the invisible forces pulling us in the opposite direction of our desires. Denial is a common reaction for many. Some people spend years or even decades climbing up the wrong ladder – only to reach the top to discover this fact; at which point denial and anger may lead to a deflated spirit. However acceptance of the truth is inevitable if we give ourselves the time, space and self-compassion necessary; the truth that we've inadvertently been sabotaging our lives. After assimilating and integrating the truth we're in a position of open-awareness; open to the possibilities that lay before us. A wise place to start this journey of re-alignment would be by identifying your current reality in terms of your strengths.
What do you consider to be your strengths?
Current Self
Strengths are those faculties and competencies which we're particularly good at; they are sets of skills and behaviours which one is able to enact at will to create desired outcomes. Strengths are not skills by themselves. To illustrate, consider a software development team consisting of a group of analysts. Now, all software analysts will have the skill to code and know how to develop and test software but what makes one analyst stronger than the rest? What makes one analyst consider the perspective of the intended user of the software in order to create a top-notch user experience whilst others simply develop working programs? The answer has not much to do with what can be learnt from in a classroom but mostly to do with our experiences and how we've learned from them which enables us to apply our wisdom. To find out what your strengths are I invite you to reflect back over your personal and professional history, recall moments where you were commended by a friend, colleague, client or anyone whose opinion matters. Take some of these people out for a coffee and ask them to give their honest feedback on your strengths, ideally supported by examples. Recall moments where you were asked to lead on something or invited to lend a hand. If you were to write this all down and put it into a narrative, what common themes might you see? Perhaps you'd find consistent positive feedback around your unique way of engaging people? Or how you're really great at connecting the dots? Perhaps you have a gift for being able to explain complex scenarios in simple terms?
When you bring your strengths into your conscious awareness you can begin to frame a purposeful future. Now, go a step further and combine the knowledge of your strengths with the knowledge of what drives you and you'll have clarity around the conditions and environments which need to be present in order for you to thrive. Before you take your next steps, may I have you ponder the question: Do you want to thrive in the relatively familiar places, or do you want to be a trailblazer? With the former option, the trajectory towards success may be mapped out as many others would have already treaded that way; to a greater or lesser degree, the path is worn and visible. With the latter option you would need to commit to a journey beyond the map of your current frame of reference where you will need to make your own pathways and nurture resilience and internal-musculature for times when dead-ends greet you more often than not. Apart from strengths you should also know your weaknesses. Your boss may apply the label "areas for development" to these.
Having awareness of ones weaknesses can sometimes be enough of a solution because then we're able to do the minimum necessary to avoid setbacks. However, to really make progress it is imperative that we engage our strengths rather than try to improve upon our weakest areas – unless the area of weakness happens to be a competency which is key to making progress in the journey ahead.
"I know my strengths and what my values are. Where is this journey going to take me?" I hear you ask.
Perhaps you have taken the opportunity to reflect and contemplate whilst reading through this series. What have you noticed about your life so far?
How have you been living your principles and values?
What are the challenges that have kept you engaged?
What are the biggest lessons you've learned as you overcame these challenges?
Where is this trajectory taking you?
Desired Self
What are your goals for the next 5, 10, 15… 20 years? And what is the relationship between them and the milestones you've encountered thus far?
If you think about what 10/10 looks like in your career, in your love life, with your mental and physical health, in your relationships, with how you spend any spare time – If everything was as you wanted it to be in these areas (and any others) what do you see happening? What, and who, do you need to be in order to achieve 10/10 in all of these important areas?
These questions hint at the type of inner enquiry which can lead you to a compelling vision for your life. This vision acts as the destination co-ordinates and becomes a powerful active agent when it begins to inform your intentions, thoughts and actions. Though the vision is likely to change over time as you clarify your answers, it will nonetheless provide you with a sense of purpose and with stability in motion even in times of massive change. The personal vision is a critical piece in the puzzle and great care must be taken to ensure that this vision is truly meaningful to you at a deep level. You will know this when it evokes in you a powerful urge to make changes, to focus and to commit yourself fully, even in the face of uncertainty.
Remember, in order to have something you need to do something, and in order to do something you need to be more or less of something.
How well do you understand yourself?
Reconciling Duality through Self-Actualisation
Now that you are more aware of the nature of your strengths and weaknesses (your current self) and you have a clear definition of your personal vision, you are ready to create a roadmap.
At the core, this roadmap represents a learning and unlearning journey. Learning can happen in structured or unstructured settings such as through formal education or through experiences respectively. Unlearning happens through challenging beliefs and mental models of the world which are limiting or based on untested assumptions.
What technical and/or social knowledge do you need to help you make progress towards your personal vision? What experiences do you need to have? What conversation do you need to have? What do you need to master?
How will you build on your strengths to make progress towards your desired self?
In his seminal book 'The Fifth Discipline' Peter M. Senge noted that the awareness of the gap between ones current self and desired self invites 'creative tension'. The energy which arises through this tension is the fuel one can leverage to create the pathways towards ones personal vision.


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Yesterday I posted triumphantly about my article that's finally been published. Of course along with the joy of victory comes the agony of defeat. Another article that I wrote in the fall semester has been having a rough go of it. I sent the article to journal of country I study. After waiting 4 months of no response I contacted the editor responsible for my paper. He had not even looked at my submission (so for 4 months it just sat there). I had asked a friend about this editor, as my friend got hir PhD from the dept. this editor was in. My friend told me that this person was indeed scatterbrained. Sigh. So when the editor got back to me zie said that zie really liked my article, zie had drawn up a list of reviewers and would send it out. However, the journal also had a huge backlog and if the article was accepted would not come out for at least 2 years. In light of the four months I waited and the backlog and the scattered editor I opted to pull the paper and submit it elsewhere.
So I submit it to general, but not flagship disciplinary journal. The editor just got back to me yesterday (after about a month and a half) and told me that it could not go out for review. Their comments annoyed the hell out of me b/c it was evident that they had not read the article. Additionally, this editor does not work in my area or anywhere near it. I'm annoyed that they felt so comfortable in their power of judgement to deny me even a review. It's as if they don't even need the expert opinion of other scholars who have made their life's work developing and contributing to the theoretical and area arguments I was making. It's not really the critique that annoys, but rather even the lack of useful or productive critique that the editor offered along with the easy dismissal of my paper. Sigh. So now it's back to the drawing board (kind of). I need to format the paper and submit it elsewhere. I think I've found a place.
This experience has only taught me about power. I have learned nothing that would improve my scholarship, make my arguments stronger, or expose gaps in my knowledge. I have learned that editors have a lot of power – power to ignore, power to dismiss, power to offer limited feedback that's really exposes them to be ignorant and not me. And my opinion of them as editors really doesn't matter because they will continue to have power to which I will continually have to submit.


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With the name of ALLAH Almighty
Assalam O Alikum,
This is an urgent request with all of the friends & reader's who are reading this email or blog, that ASHIYANA Camp II (Waziristan – Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa) is urgently looking for few of the volunteer's for it's social service program in this location.
Ashiyana Camp (Waziristan – Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa):
We have 350 people's (victims of war on terror) in this camp including 133 children, 115 women & 102 men.
We're the responsible of all of them for the regular two (2) times of food supply (Morning & Evening). Medicines supply, a little bit cloths & other stuff.
At the same time we are in our best try to make an opportunity to give basic educational & health knowledge of reside camp members (children & women).
What we are looking for:
- Any one (adult) can apply for there social services into the remote areas of Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa (Waziristan).
- Willingly to work in hard condition / situation, able to manage themselves to work with poor peoples.
- Soft minded who wants to play an active role in Ashiyana Camp – II (Waziristan).
- Able to speak in Urdu (Pashto speaking will be preferred).
- Must have Nadra National Identity Card or any other photo Id.
- Intermediate, Graduate, Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, Teacher's are highly appreciated to be apply.
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TrueCity Festival
"… celebrate a festival to me."
– Exodus 23:14
March 3-4, 2017
At Philpott Memorial Church
84 York Boulevard, Hamilton ON
On March 3rd and 4th, 2017 we will once again gather together at Philpott Memorial Church as the TrueCity network to celebrate what God is doing in the city , but this year it will be for the TrueCity Festival. We want to keep much of what has been good and best about our yearly Conference, but let the relational, connecting, and celebration take centre stage. We intend to do more than simply "rebrand", we want to create a time and space that builds on the strengths of the network we have created together.
Breaking News:
Our scheduled Friday evening speaker, Dr. John M. Perkins has been ordered to stay on bedrest and so will not be able to come to speak at the TrueCity Festival next weekend. While this is hugely disappointing and has pushed us to do some rapid revamping of plans, it has not deterred us from our goal of holding a Festival where we as churches can come together to celebrate all that God is doing in Hamilton.
We are experimenting with a new format for Saturday to give us more opportunities to share stories, build relationships, and celebrate. There are five hub time-slots–you can attend a hub each time or skip one (or more) to have coffee with a friend (new or old) or go to the Contemplative prayer space or do visio divina with the St. John Bible or explore the tables in the Atrium.
At the core of this new festival format is a series of shorter gatherings we are calling "hubs". The goal of the hubs is to connect us with each other so that together we can celebrate the various ways we see God at work across our city.
Each hub centres around a different way or place where we see God on the move in the city. Topics range from exploring cycling, to environmental stewardship, to worship leading, to adoption and fostering (list of hubs) and many more. Each of these hubs will invite us into a different experience in order to broaden and deepen our grasp of how God's kingdom is permeating our city.


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