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1 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria. Abstract Network security and management in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is the ability to maintain the integrity of a system or network, its data and its immediate environment. The various innovations and uses to which networks are being put are growing by the day and hence are becoming complex and invariably more difficult to manage by the day. Computers are found in every business such as banking, insurance, hospital, education, manufacturing, etc. The widespread use of these systems implies crime and insecurity on a global scale. In addition, the tremendous benefits brought about by Internet have also widened the scope of crime and insecurity at an alarming rate. Also, ICT has fast become a primary differentiator for institution/organization leaders as it offers effective and convenient means of interaction with each other across the globe. This upsurge in the population of organizations depending on ICT for business transaction has brought with it a growing number of security threats and attacks on poorly managed and secured networks primarily to steal personal data, particularly financial information and password. This paper therefore proposes some policies and guidelines that should be followed by network administrators in organizations to help them ensure effective network management and security of ICT facilities and data. 7
2 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Keyword ICT; Security; Network; Management; IT; Hardware; Software; Access; Risk; Control; Asset; Resources; Data; Passwords; Hacker. Introduction We are living in an information engrossed world and the premium placed on information in this digital age has made it to become a precious and an invaluable commodity that all nations and groups of individuals across the globe are scrambling to get. Since information is now a precious and an indispensable commodity, the need to protect the data that are being transmitted becomes mandatory. Also, there are a growing number of security threats and attacks on networks primarily to steal personal data, particularly financial information and passwords. In addition, fraudulent network users may trade off their subscribers password to a hacker for a fee. Network security and management in ICT is the ability to maintain the integrity of a system or network, its data and its immediate environment. This involves controlling access, regulating use and implementing contingency plans. It also involves the authorization and monitoring of access, investigation of unauthorized access and the protection of data, infrastructure and services. Breaches in security may be caused by human actions, which could be accidental, malicious or negligent, or through incorrect installation, configuration or operation. Thus, in view of the above, to ensure effective management of an organization network, each department within the organization should be responsible for developing procedures to implement and enforce a security plan that includes the general organizational policies as well as any additional policies necessary to maintain the security of its Information Technology (IT) resources. The policies and guideline should reflect the standard and goals of the organization/institution and should address the problems of global networking and other new technologies. This paper therefore presents policies and guidelines that should be followed to ensure effective management and security of any ICT network. The paper is written with the less experienced system administrator and information system manager in mind, to help them understand and deal with the risks they face daily on their networks. 8
3 This paper contributes to knowledge by suggesting policies and guidelines that must be implemented to solve the problems associated with poorly managed and secured networks. These policies and guidelines are presented along the following major headings: IT security policies, organizational security, asset classification and control, personnel security, operation management and information management. These guidelines if implemented by the appropriate authorities will go a long way in alleviating problems of network insecurity. IT Security Policy IT security policies are the rules and practices that an institution uses to manage and protect its information resources. These policies must be developed, documented, implemented, reviewed and evaluated to ensure a properly managed and secured network. Hence, the need for IT security policies in any institution cannot be overemphasized. Developing Security Policies Developing security policies involves developing the following: Program policies, System-specific policies and Issue-specific policies [1], [2]. Program policies: addresses overall IT security goals and it should apply to all IT resources within an institution. The institution s president or an appointed representative must direct policy development to ensure that the policies address the IT security goals of all systems operating within the institution. For instance, program policies can address confidentiality or service availability. All program policies should meet the following criteria: Comply with existing laws, regulations, and state and federal policies. Support and enforce the institution s mission statement and organizational structure. The components of an adequate program policy are defined in table 1. System-specific policies: addresses the IT security issues and goals of a particular system. Large facilities may have multiple sets of system-specific policies that address all levels of security from the very general (access control rules) to the particular (system permissions that reflect the segregation of duties among a group of employees). Issue-specific polices address particular IT security issues such as, Internet access, installation of unauthorized software or equipment, and sending/receiving attachments. 9
4 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Once you have identified the IT security issues you need to address, develop issue-specific policies using the components defined in table 2 The guidelines for developing security policies are: Obtain a commitment from senior management to enforce security policies. Establish working relationships between departments, such as human resources, internal audit, facilities management, and budget and policy analysis. Establish an approval process to include legal and regulatory specialists, human resources specialists, and policy and procedure experts. Allow enough time for the review and respond to all comments whether you accept them or not. Table 1. Component of an adequate program policy Component Description Purpose Statement Explains why the program is being established and what IT security goals it will address. Scope Define which IT resources are address by the program, such as hardware, software, data, personnel etc. Assignment of Defines responsibilities for IT program management. responsibilities Compliance Describe how the institution will develop and enforce the program. Also establish any disciplinary process for breaches of the program policy. Documenting Security Policies Once an institution has developed its IT security policies, all policies and procedures should be documented. Each department should protect its networks, critical information systems, and sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure, modification or destruction. Information security policies and procedures must be documented to ensure that integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and availability of information are not compromised. The documentation guideline for this security policy is summarized in table 3 [3]. Implementing Security Policies Successful implementation of IT security policies requires security awareness at all levels of the organization. You can create awareness through widely disseminated documentation, newsletters, , a web site, training programs, and other notifications about security issues. Table 4 outlines the guidelines for implementing IT security policies: 10
5 Component Issue statement Statement of the institution s position Applicability Compliance Points of contact Table 2. Issue Specific Policy Description Identify the terms, definitions, and conditions pertinent to the issue. For instance, how do you define unauthorized software or acceptable Internet use? Include the rationale or justification for the policy. Reflects management s decision on the policy. E.g. the use of unauthorized software is prohibited. Specifies where, how, when, to whom, and to what the policy applies. Defines who is responsible for enforcing the policy Identifies resources for information and guidance. Reviewing and Evaluating Policies Institutions/organizations should review their security policies periodically to ensure they continue to fulfill the institutions security needs. Each department is also responsible for reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of their policies and the accompanying procedures. After an institution/organization has developed IT security policies, the appointed security team will evaluate the policies and provide feedback. Policy Review within the Institution Each institution/organization should develop a plan to review and evaluate their IT security policies once they are in place. The guidelines are [2]: 11
6 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Guideline Define policies Define standards Define guidelines Define enforcement Define exceptions Table 3. Documentation guideline for security policy Description Define policies by documenting the following information: Identify general areas of risk. State generally how to address the risk. Provide a basis for verifying compliance through audits. Outline implementation and enforcement plans. Balance protection with productivity. Define IT security standards by documenting the following information: Define minimum requirements designed to address certain risks. Define specific requirements that ensure compliance with policies. Provide a basis for verifying compliance through audits. Outline implementation and enforcements plans. Balance protection with productivity. Define IT security guidelines by documenting the following information: Identify best practices to facilitate compliance Provide additional background or other relevant information Define how policies will be enforced by documenting the following information: Identify personnel who are authorized to review and investigate breaches of policy. Identify the means to enforce policies. Define the possible exceptions to the IT security policies. Table 4: Guidelines for implementing IT security policies Guideline Description Create awareness Create user awareness using the following methods: Notify employees about the new security polices. Update employees on the progress of new security policies. Publish policy documentation electronically and on paper. Develop descriptive security documentation for users. Develop user-training sessions. Require new users to sign a security acknowledgement. Maintain Maintain user awareness of ongoing and new security issues using the awareness following methods: Web site Posters Newsletters for comments, questions, and suggestions Assign responsibility for reviewing policies and procedures. Implement a reporting plan in which departments report security incidents to designated security personnel 12
7 Implement regular reviews to evaluate the following: o Nature, number, and impact of recorded security incidents. o Cost and impact of controls on business efficiency, including third-party vendor compliance. o Effects of changes to organizations or technology. Organizational Security These are security measures that any organization should consider particularly when granting others access into its network. Each department in an institution/organization that develops, uses, or maintains information systems will also develop and maintain an internal information security infrastructure. An information security infrastructure protects an institution s information assets by defining assets and the necessary resources to protect them, and assigning responsibility for assets. This infrastructure must consist of information and programs that ensure the confidentiality, availability, accountability, and integrity of information assets. Institution must be able to identify the following for a viable security infrastructure [4]: Managing Risks from Third-Party Access Any institution that allows third party to access its IT resources should analyze the risk and develop security procedure to control access. The most significant risk in third-party access to many institution/organization IT resources is network-network connections that allows multiple users or systems from the third-party to interact with their system. Any department that allows third-party access to its information systems should conduct risk assessment and identify risk, and provide measures for checking this. In other to manage risk from third-party, security awareness must be created and control access should be implemented. Contracting with Third-Party Entities Institution/organization as well as departments under them that allow third-party access to its information should address the security issues of that access and require the third- 13
8 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management party to adhere to all established security policies. Some of the guidelines that should be followed when contracting with a third party are: (1) Control access; (2) Protect asset; (3) Manage service; (4) Manage liabilities; (5) Ensure compliance; (6) Secure equipment; (7) Manage personnel. Defining Security Requirement for Outsourcing Contract Outsourcing agreements should address all IT security issues identified for the particular resources included in the contract. Asset Classification and Control Assets should be classified in order to determine which are sensitive or mission critical assets. This section contains guidelines for the following policies [1], [5]: Classifying assets Developing and maintaining an asset inventory Analyzing and assessing risk Classifying Assets Once an IT security plan have been developed, it is important to classify the information assets to determine which information systems, data, facilities, equipment, and personnel constitute the critical information infrastructure of the institution. The guidelines for classifying IT assets are outline in table 5. Developing and Maintaining an Asset Inventory An important component of IT security is establishing accountability for all IT resources. A documented asset inventory helps identify and assign responsibility for all resources. Asset inventories allow every institution and their departments to account for all purchases made with public funds. As items become out of date or no longer in use they should be removed from the inventory lists in accordance with institutional asset management procedures. 14
9 Analyzing and Assessing Risk Once the critical IT assets have been identified, a risk analysis and assessment can help one to identify the vulnerabilities and risks associated with those assets. Risk Analysis Risk analysis is used to analyze the risk to critical IT assets by finding and documenting the vulnerabilities. A thorough analysis requires the assistance of experts in the hardware and software used at the institution. A risk analysis should analyze areas of control, critical asset elements, and areas of potential compromise [6]. Guideline Organize assets Review relevant information Interview personnel Conduct surveys Identify interdependencies Classify assets Table 5. Guidelines for classifying IT assets Description Organize assets into basic categories, such as: Data, Equipment, Hardware/software, Personnel, Facilities and Operations Review reports, databases, and documents with information about personnel, information and equipment. Interview personnel, such as managers, customers, suppliers, users, and others to help determine critical assets. Develop survey questions to identify critical assets, such as: What are the mission critical or sensitive activities and/or operations? Where is critical or sensitive information stored or processed? Where are the mission critical or high value equipment or material located (onsite or off)? What kind of physical security, access control, and other protective measures are in place in these locations? What impact would a lost or damaged asset have on critical mission functions, operations, and customers? Identify interdependencies among the components of individual systems and the overall infrastructure. Classify assets based on your findings. Typically, the more goals an asset supports the more important it is. Risk Assessment Once you have identified the risks and vulnerabilities through a risk analysis, a risk assessment will help you determine which critical IT assets are most sensitive and at greatest risk. The cost of security enhancements typically exceeds available resources and the objective is to minimize the known vulnerabilities associated with the most critical IT assets. A risk assessment will help you prioritize IT security needs. A thorough risk assessment 15
10 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management should include the following questions [4]: Can vulnerability be better minimized with physical or IT measures? How much would it cost to minimize the risk posed by the vulnerability? Are the security enhancement costs commensurate with the asset s overall importance? What is the countermeasure s function: deter, detect, delay, or destroy? Is the effectiveness of the countermeasure related to time or events? Is the countermeasure effective institution-wide or for a specific area only? Do projected plans or anticipated developments suggest that the vulnerability is likely to become irrelevant in the near future? How long will it take to fully implement the proposed security enhancement? Will a proposed security enhancement be defeated by IT advances in the near future? Personnel Security This addresses the security issues that network administrator must deal with with respect to personnel. The following areas must be considered to ensure a complete Personnel Security as regards Information Network Security, and contains guidelines for proper execution. Hiring new personnel When hiring new personnel, IT departments should implement security procedures to minimize the risks of human error, fraud, and misuse of resources. Security concerns should be addressed as early as the recruitment stage. The guidelines that should be enforced when screening employees should encompass the following: Screening potential employee. Outline employee responsibilities. Evaluate the duties of new employees. Ensuring appropriate use of technology Institution s facilities should provide IT resources to authorized users to facilitate the efficient and effective performance to their duties. Authorization imposes certain 16
11 responsibilities and obligations on users and is subject to institution/organization policies and applicable laws. Users at all levels should be trained in the appropriate use of IT resources. The guidelines for ensuring appropriate use of technology are: Development of appropriate user policies. Enforcement of those policies. Training users Users of IT resources should be trained to make them to be aware of potential security concerned and to understand their responsibility to report security incident and vulnerabilities. The guidelines for training users are: Establish information access. Establish acceptable use of software. Establish accepted use of system. Reporting security incidents and weaknesses All users should be trained to report incidents and weaknesses in accordance with policy. The guidelines for this are as follows: Report incidence. Manage incidence. Collection and sharing IT information. Develop user awareness. Define user responsibilities. Developing a disciplinary process A disciplinary process ensures correct and fair treatment of users who breach security and may also deter users from disregarding security procedures. The guidelines for developing disciplinary policies are: Development of disciplinary process. Development of disciplinary process for third parties. 17
12 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Operation Management This section contains guidelines for the following policies: Developing network controls. Separating development and operational facilities. Securing external facilities management. Developing network controls Network controls ensure the security of information and connected services. To achieve and maintain security on computer networks a range of controls must be utilized. The common objective of these controls should be to protect all information and all connected service from unauthorized access. Security management of networks may span organizational boundaries and may involve protecting sensitive data passing over public networks. The guidelines for developing network controls include: Separate operational responsibilities for networks and computer operations where appropriate. Establish remote equipment management Establish special controls to protect data passing over public networks and connected systems. Use network management tools and procedures to ensure controls are consistently applied and services are optimized. Separating Development and Operation Facilities Separation of development, operation, and test systems reduces the risk of unauthorized changes or access. To operate properly, each type of computing system requires a known and stable environment. Guidelines for separating facilities are: Operate development and operational software on different computer processors, in different domains, or in different directories. Separate development and testing activities from production activities Prevent the access of software development utilities from operational systems, unless required. 18
13 Avoid using the same log-on procedures, passwords, and display menus for both operational and test systems to reduce the risk of accidental log-on and other errors. Implement controls to ensure that administrative passwords for operational systems are closely monitored and controlled. Define and document the procedures for transferring software from development to operational status. Such transfers should require management approval. Securing External Facilities Management External facilities management introduces additional security risks that require special precautions. Specific risks should be identified in advance and appropriate controls should be agreed upon with the contractor. Guidelines for securing external facilities management are: Identify sensitive or critical applications that should be retained in-house. Obtain approval of business application owners to utilize external facilities. Consider business continuity plan implications. Specify security standards and compliance measurement processes. Implement procedures to effectively monitor all relevant security activities. Perform background checks and other techniques to screen vendor personnel and require confirmation that background checks have been successfully completed. Define responsibilities and procedures for reporting and handling security incidents. Define the security parameters for communications and data to the external site. Information Management This section contains guidelines for the following policies: Handling information & Disposing of media. Handling Information Electronically stored information should be protected from unauthorized access or misuse. Each department in an institution should establish internal procedures for the secure handling and storage of its electronically stored information to prevent unauthorized access or misuse. The guidelines for handling electronically stored information are: 19
14 Network Security: Policies and Guidelines for Effective Network Management Develop procedures to invoice and manage the following: Documents, Computing systems, Networks, Mobile users, Postal services, , Voice mail, Voice communications, Fax machines, Multi-media and Other sensitive items Develop methods for handling and storing media. Develop access restrictions to identify unauthorized users. Maintain formal records of the recipients of data. Store media in accordance with manufacturer s specifications Restrict distribution of information. Indicate the authorized recipient of all copies of data. Disposing of Media To ensure the security of information, Institutions should develop procedures to render information unrecoverable before disposing of media. Each department should develop a media disposal process based on the sensitivity of the data as determined by law and the data owners. Guidelines for disposing of media are: Dispose of paper media Cleanse magnetic or optical media Develop disposal procedures Conclusions Once an institution has agreed upon on a set of security policies, then the procedure, plans, guidelines and standards that support those policies should be documented and disseminated to the appropriate managers and users. In addition, a back-up plan is necessary to ensure that essential stored data be recovered in the event of a system failure or disaster. References 1. National Communications System, Public Switched Network Security Assessment Guidelines, National Communications System publication,
15 2. Swanson Marianne and Federal Computer Security Program Managers Forum Working 3. Group, Guide for Developing Security Plans for Information Technology Systems, NIST Special Publication , British Standard Institution, BS7799: A Code of Practice for Information Security, British,Standard Publication, London. 5. Stoneburner, G. Risk Management Guide. Draft Rev, NIST Special Publication,800-30, Information Systems Audit and Control Foundation, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), 3rd Edition, July Office of Information and Instructional Technology, Information Technology, Security Guidelines. Gaithersburg, MD, National Institute of Standards and Technology. 21
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the Main Work of the Trust
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COLTS NECK, N.J. - United States Navel Weapon Station Earle's Captain Fuller visits the Colts Neck Business Association (CNBA) January meeting. CNBA kicked off the new year with a discussion about a powerful and protective neighbor; Naval Weapons Station Earle. For those who fancy themselves as history buffs, you may know that 90% of ordnance used during the D-Day invasion came from this installation. That is why the federal road and railway system between the the two facilities is to this day called Normandy Road.
The CNBA's special guest speaker was Earle's Commanding Officer; Captain Pierre Fuller. He was in attendance to tell CNBA members and guests about Earle and a little about his background.
The newly elected CNBA President Glen Dalakian commented, "I'm excited about the great attendance for CNBA's first meeting of 2018, and it's an honor to have Captain Pierre Fuller, as our first guest speaker of the new year."
Some highlights:
- For over 75 years, Naval Weapons Station Earle has been a fixture in Colts Neck, and it is Fuller's goal to maintain and enrich the relationships Earle has with its community.
- Capt. Fuller talked about his previous assignments, specifically focusing on his previous assignment to NWS Earle aboard the U.S.S. Arctic between 1998-2000.
- One key point Fuller focused on was the installations impact on our local community, noting that the base employs more than 1,000 people, who all eat, shop and live in and around the local community. A recent report (which you can find on the Earle website) noted that economic impact to the surrounding area, to include Colts Neck, is more than $120 million annually. The U.S. Navy contributes more than $2 billion annually to the NJ Economy.
- Captain Fuller also briefly talked about how the mission of NWS Earle has not changed since her commissioning in 1943. Then, the installation was built over the course of a year to support the land invasion of Europe during the second world war. Today, NWS Earle provides all the ordnance used by the U.S. Navy Atlantic Carrier Fleet and Marine Expeditionary Forces.
-To that end, Capt. Fuller wanted to invite the attendees to help us get the word out about our 75th Anniversary celebration, which is scheduled for Friday, June 8. A full day of events is being planned beginning with a morning ceremony. More information will be coming about that event soon. When Captain Fuller was thanked for his service he responded; "It's a blessing and an honor, what we do today is protect our freedom."
Naval Weapons Station Earle
CAPT Pierre A. Fuller
Commanding Officer, NWS Earle
Captain Pierre A. Fuller is a native of Jacksonville, Florida. In 1980, he graduated high school from Greenwood, Arkansas. He enlisted in the Navy on 23 May 1980. His first assignment was USS CAYUGA (LST 1186), home-ported in San Diego, California, as a Fireman Apprentice Electrician.
In January 1983, EM2 Fuller was transferred and attended Second Class Salvage Diver School in Coronado, California. In June 1983, he was assigned to USS YOSEMITE (AD19), Mayport, Florida, as a member of the dive locker. In 1984, he attended First Class Dive School in Panama City, Florida, for a follow-on tour at SIMA, Mayport.
In January 1987, EM1 Fuller was transferred to USS FLORIKAN (ARS 9), Hawaii, where he was assigned as Lead Electrician and Acting Master Diver. In 1988, marked a major milestone were he achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer.
In March 1990, he was commissioned as Ensign through the Limited Duty Officer Program and was assigned to USS ORTOLAN (ASR 22), Charleston, SC, as the Damage Control Assistant and Main Propulsion Assistant. From 1993 until 1995, he was Engineer Officer of USS GRASP (ARS 51). His next tour was to Afloat Training Group where he had the opportunity of working/training/interacting with many sailors. Following this tour from August 1998 to October 2000, LCDR Fuller served on board USS ARCTIC (AOE8) as Engineering Officer. Upon completion of this tour, he was assigned to the Propulsion Examining Board, followed by a short tour at the Board of INSURV. He then transferred to USS SAIPAN (LHA 2), where he served as Engineer Officer. During his various afloat assignments, he sailed to the Mediterranean, Western Pacific, South Pacific, Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf, and the Caribbean.
In July 2005 Commander Fuller assumed the duties as Officer in Charge of the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, detachment Everett, Washington. From June 2007 until October 2009, he worked for Commander Expeditionary Strike Group SEVEN/Command Task Force 76 as N43 and N7 in Sasebo, Japan. Upon completion of this tour in Sasebo, Japan, CDR Fuller received orders as the Commanding Officer of Regional Support Organization, Pacific Northwest. In June 2011, CDR Fuller completed a highly successful tour in the PACNORWEST and completed his tour as Executive Officer, SERMC in Mayport, Florida. Captain Fuller assumed command of Naval Weapons Station Earle in April, 2017.
Captain Fuller graduated from Liberty University in 2005 receiving a Bachelor of Science in Theology and continued his education, receiving a Master's Degree in Business Management in 2008. He received his Joint Professional Military Education through Air Force Air Command and Staff College in 2009.
Captain Fuller has been awarded five Meritorious Service Medals, six Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, three Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, and various other unit and service awards.
For more information about Earle Naval Base visit http://www.cnic.navy.mil


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Chelsea FC raced to a classic victory of '3-0' over Southampton on January 1, 2014. With eight corners, 11 shots on target and 46 percent ball possession, Chelsea displayed a mix of defensive and offensive football. St Mary's Stadium witnessed an early attack by Chelsea with Fernando Torres acting as principal on the front side. The news of the win will surely keep Arsenal under pressure because Chelsea is only 2 points behind in the latest standings. The Chelsea FC team is quite balanced, but they seem to believe differently. They have completed a deal to sign a Burkina Faso player named Bertrand Traore. Traore is a professional midfielder and was part of 2012 Africa Cup team from Burkina Faso.
Fernando Torres was almost on the verge of completing a beautiful set-up, but Jose Fonte of Southampton deflected the ball over the boundary. Ramires also gave the losing team trouble with his speedy sprints, and he forced goalkeeper Davis to run for the ball off the D-box.
Southampton was not always on the losing end, and often built quite a plan of attack; however, the Chelsea team maintained their calm and basically reconstructed their defense line as needed. A natural mix of attack and then fast recovery were Chelsea FC's biggest allies.
Throughout the previous year, Jose Mourinho has shown his defensive abilities, although, in this game, there were many opportunities for Chelsea to attack. Wednesday's match was a superb display of a tactical domination by Chelsea, especially in the second half of the match. The clinical play by the Brazilian duo Oscar and Willian garnered a lot of appreciation among all the football lovers, according to media reports.
Southampton's Gastón Ramírez, assisted by Adam Lallana, missed a top-left corner shot by an inch. Oscar, Willian, and Torres also lost some opportunities, but the deal breaker came when Torres converted the rebound shot by Oscar. While this constitutes a deadly combination on the front side, Mourinho will now have the luxury to use Traore, which will only strengthen the midfield.
Both the Brazilian musicians were brought out during the early hours of the second half to replace Schurrle and Malta. The Brazilians contributed to all the three goals by Chelsea and helped his team to cruise to the first victory of the year. News of Chelsea FC victory over Southampton spread like fire, becoming a major topic of conversation.
The lead was doubled just 11 minutes after the first goal. Oscar dribbled past some Southampton defenders and then served a magical pass to Willian, who received the pass and found the net with an exquisite shot to beat Davis on the near post. The final goal was made by Oscar after he had a straightforward pass by Hazard.
Some of the outstanding Chelsea FC players were Torres, Willian, Oscar, Hazard and Cole. For Southampton, Ramirez, Lallana, Chambers and Shaw gave respectable performances. The newly signed Chelsea midfielder, Traore, will have to be proactive to match the classical striking resources of his team. This victory over Southampton will instill a great deal of confidence in the Chelsea side, but this news stands to perturb a lot of Arsenal supporters.
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I don't find the casting process fun. It's tiring, you hear your words trampled fifty different ways, and you're well aware that these are most crucial decisions you will ever make on your project. Scripts can be fixed, scenes can be reshot, but if you have the wrong actors you're dead. So there is a tremendous amount of pressure – not just for the actors but for the producers as well.
In fairness, sometimes it can be fun. There is that glorious moment when an actor just nails it.
Or even better, brings something to the role that you didn't expect. Those are magic. Also, casting smoking hot babes is not a bad way to kill an afternoon either. All these spectacular women who normally, if you were on fire, wouldn't piss on you to put it out, now are yearning for your approval. That helps ease the pain of high school.
But most of the time casting is a drag. And the very worst is having to cast children. Most are so overly precocious and overly-rehearsed by their overbearing stage mothers that you want to scream "Quick! Run to a park! Go play with your friends. Pick up a baseball or Barbie before it's too late!"
It's never easy rejecting anybody, but for me it's excruciating having to reject a child. And casting is 99% rejection. I don't want to be the one to dash some 9 year-old's dream.
That is why a cold shiver went right up my spine when I read recently that on Broadway there will be a new revival of ANNIE and the producers held an open audition. I can't even imagine. Thousands of little girls all belting out "Tomorrow". This should be outlawed by the Geneva Convention.
I give the producers enormous credit. They're not willing to settle. You would think that out of several thousand adorable cherubs there would be at least one perfect "Annie". And maybe there is, but these producers are not leaving any stones unturned. In addition to the open auditions, hopefuls are invited to submit videos. I'm sure they were inundated with tens of thousands of entries. To me, reviewing these videos makes waterboarding seem like a Whammo Slip N' Slide. I applaud the producers' dedication. And stamina.
But I'm sure it will be worth it. That special "Annie" is out there. Although, maybe several girls were very impressive. Oh no. Does that mean call-backs?
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Three very simple instructions given to us by Venerable Guo Jun became the focus of the forthcoming retreat days. But what do they mean, and how do we apply this? Do we just flop onto the sitting cushion and grin for seven days?
This November and December, 25 people made the DDM road trip down to Wingello, 90 minutes south of Sydney,Australia,for combined three and seven day meditation retreat. For many of us, this would be the first time we would attempt to let go of everyday habits and indulgences. It was also an opportunity to help cultivate good habits and perhaps deepen our experience in practice.
As many retreatants also participated in Meditation and regular group practice sessions on Sundays, most understood some of the physical discomforts that will visit them at the retreat, such as leg pain, back pain, shivers, occasional struggle to stay awake, sweats and allergies and other physical complaints, tailored to the individual retreatant.
But there was a lot more to the retreat than physical discomfort, following a set schedule and living in a beautiful, tranquil venue. A local wallaby nursed her joey near the Chan centre each morning, birds sang and retreatants enjoyed the privilege of using fresh herbs and fruits which grow on this property. Under these conditions, retreatants practiced different forms of meditations (sitting, walking, eight form moving, eating) whilst reminding themselves to remain open, relax and smile:
To be open and aware of the sensations that arise, but not to dwell or go with the wandering thoughts;
To relax into the method, be mindful without straining or exerting force on ourselves;
To smile, and to let the smile remind us of compassion to ourselves and others when we feel vexed, and allow the smile to naturally come through from within.
Venerable likened meditation to climbing a mountain. When climbing a mountain, the climber is not on a smooth upward climb. Sometimes the climber may have to travel downwards and lose some altitude in order to reach the path that lead towards the summit. Meditation practice is similar. A practitioner should not expect the path to enlightenment to be a steady uphill climb.
Venerable reminded us that some sitting sessions will feel very easy, and others will not be, so one should not judge the depth of their practice or level of attainment by comparing different meditation sessions or feel deterred from practicing at all because they fear they are not making progress. Simply be open and relax into the present moment, and smile.
Retreatants were given the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences with each other at the end of the retreat. Many found that they felt a lot more relaxed and became more aware of parts of themselves they were not aware of previously. One even drew a comic to convey his experience.
You can read about their experiences on www.ddm.org.au under "Reflections".
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Jordan and Federer made their mark on two vastly different courts, but their mindset is the same. Jordan may have been on a team of five, but always relished the pressure packed moments in which championships are won. Federer was never presented with the option, he has no team to rely on or pass the ball to – the responsibility for victory falls on his shoulders alone.