text:
Do you know that most students enter high school having had little, if any, counseling about postsecondary education? Yet no matter what a student's background and experience is, most encounter some obstacle to college.
For many, the unfamiliar and (overly)complicated college preparation and application process proves too difficult to manage. Others fail to grasp the importance of a rigorous college prep until too late in their high school years. Some fail to make any postsecondary plans, or make inadequate plans because they do not fully comprehend the social and financial benefits of college. Others wind up in a college that is a poor fit for their academic needs and abilities, ultimately not completing their four-year degree. Poor postsecondary choices are the consequences of too little college knowledge, too late.
College knowledge a key element of college readiness and should be part of a student's education long before high school. Many educational organizations, including ACT, EPIC, AMLE, and the U.S. Department of Education recommend that students begin learning about college as early as sixth grade. Middle school can play an important role in guiding early preparation for postsecondary education through introducing students and their parents to the college prep and the college process, and teaching students the unique language of college. By the time students get to high school, they should be confidently on the path to postsecondary.
The 21st Century Student's Guide to College is the ideal program for getting students in grades 6-8 on the path to successful postsecondary education. 15 fun lessons introduce students to the lifelong benefits of a college education, encouraging them to connect to the goal of college. It also appeals to their lighter side by demonstrating that college will be one of the most enjoyable experiences of their lives. By the time students complete this course they understand key concepts about college prep, college selection, applying to college, campus life, alternative postsecondary paths, postgraduate goals — even a little about college sports. Letters to Parent included.
(CCRS skill sets: Building postsecondary awareness and aspirations, admissions requirements, college types and missions, affording college, financial aid, program selection, career options, college culture, college prep terminology.)


text:
Monday, October 1, 2012
Multi-Media Leaf Art
7 comments:
A beautiful contrast between the hard-edge shadowed leaf and the softly blurred background. Brilliant :)ReplyDelete
I love these. I am not an art teacher but a Mom who has a daughter that loves Art, and we were recently collecting leaves. I'm going to make this with her. Oh, and I'm also in Calif and yep...not very Fall like today, was it?!!ReplyDelete
Mary, I've never tried leaf printing using this process. I love the subtle results!!!ReplyDelete
I love this idea Mary. I will have to give it a try.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 2, 2012 at 8:59 PM
Love these Mary , we will see you Monday. Took Jenna to the Doc today she was diagnosed with Strep : ( started antibiotic today.. she should be good to go in a couple of days..ReplyDelete
- AnonymousOctober 8, 2012 at 12:01 PM
How do you make the leaf print with watercolors?ReplyDelete
If you click on "Groove is in the Art" I have included a link to the blog that explains the process. But basically, you are going to paint a very wet layer of watercolor onto you paper and place down your leaves (veins up). Go back over the edges of all of your leaves with a darker color so the outline edges of your leaves will really show up. Let this dry completely and just lift up leaves. You'll find that some types of leaves work better than others, so I'd do some experimenting. I clipped leaves from ivy and shrubs as well as some newly fallen maple leaves.ReplyDelete

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Already ubiquitous in other industries, radiation-based technology has been seeing a sharp increase in use throughout the energy industry, finding applications across all stages of production, from exploration to laboratory analysis. The technology continues to march forward as recent developments make radiation tools like gamma ray prospectors safer, more efficient, and more effective.
Image Source: ndexray.com
Gamma ray testing is commonly used in oil and gas exploration to determine the potential of boreholes. Rock formations emit gamma rays in nature; gamma ray signatures can help determine the porosity and fluid content in rocks, which in turn can be used to measure whether there is an economically significant deposit of oil or gas available in the rock formation.
Image Source: brisndt.org
Current tools used in gamma ray testing are lowered along the drill bit as a borehole is made to save time and resources. Analytical vehicles are usually also present during the dig site to analyze the data in real time. Gamma ray testing is used in adjunct with other geological measurement tools as part of a comprehensive geologic survey of a potential oil deposit.
Image Source: indiamart.com
Prospecting isn't the only part of the industry where radiation technology is utilized. The business also uses radiation technology across all aspects of production, including measuring the rates of extraction to help improve well performance, finding leaks, and searching for weaknesses and flaws throughout the facility.
Gamma ray testing is a key component in the exploration operations of Primera Energy, LLC. For more on the company, its operations, and its president, Brian Alfaro, visit this website.


text:
Incense is a material that creates a smell when it is burned. Incense overdose can occur when someone accidentally or intentionally sniffs or swallows liquid incense. Solid incense is not considered poisonous.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Poisonous Ingredient
Aromatic oils
Nitrites (including amyl nitrite)
Where Found
Liquid incense is sold on the Internet under a variety of brand names. It is usually described as a room deodorizer, despite being sold for other purposes. Liquid incense that is breathed in (inhaled) is called a "popper."
- Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Blurred vision
- Burning pain in the throat
- Burns to the eye
- Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain
Diarrhea(watery, bloody) Vomiting
- Heart and blood
Low blood pressure Methemoglobinemia
- Lungs
- Difficulty breathing
- Rapid breathing
- Nervous system
- Euphoria, a feeling like being drunk (intoxicated)
- Seizures
- Skin
- Blue skin or fingers
- Rash
Home Treatment
Seek immediate medical help. Do NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional.
If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes.
If the chemical was swallowed, immediately give the person water or milk, unless instructed otherwise by a health care provider. Do NOT give water or milk if the patient is having symptoms (such as vomiting, convulsions, or a decreased level of alertness) that make it hard to swallow.
Before Calling Emergency
Determine the following information:
- Patient's age, weight, and condition
- Name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
- Time it was swallowed
- Amount swallowed
Poison Control, or a local emergency number
The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What to expect at the emergency room
The health care provider will measure and monitor your vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. You may receive:
- Breathing tube
- Endoscopy — camera down the throat to see burns in the esophagus and the stomach
- Fluids through a vein (by IV)
- Medicine (antidote) to reverse the effect of the poison
- Tube through the mouth into the stomach to wash out the stomach (
gastric lavage)
Expectations (prognosis)
How well you do depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment is received. The faster you get medical help, the better the chance for recovery.
Abusing liquid incense is as dangerous as taking other illicit drugs.


text:
How about a hot cup of tea high up at 12,000 ft, with the view of sun's first rays kissing a snow-capped peak? Sounds surreal, right? Now, imagine lying down on an open meadow with nothing to see but a sky full of stars -- a lot more than you have ever seen. Want to do that already? Then head for a trek to the mighty mountains this winter. You will be able to do a lot more than just that. Far from phone signals and closest to the breathtaking peaks, you can experience walking on the snow and hear it crunching under your feet, breathe the fresh air, have your dinner by a campfire and sigh at the most beautiful views that you pass by. By now, if you are scratching your head thinking where to start, here's a list of the most exciting treks in India you can go for this winter.
Duration: 6 days
Altitude: Starting at 6,000 ft and going up to 12,500 ft.
Difficulty: Easy. No prior trekking experience required.
Starting point: Sankri, Uttarakhand
Nearest rail head: Dehradun
Starting out from a quaint mountain village called Sankri, located at 10-11 hour driving distance from Dehradun, the trail takes you through a forest of pines and maples to start with, goes on to meadows and finally continues on to the snow. You will be greeted with enchanting views of snow-capped peaks all around with Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana being the most prominent ones. Expect nights with a blanket of stars, with shooting stars visible from time to time. Camping will be in the woods and snow.
Har ki Dun
Duration: 8 days
Altitude: Starting at 6,000 ft and going up to 11,700 ft.
Difficulty: Medium. No prior trekking experience required.
Starting point: Taluka, Uttarakhand
Nearest rail head: Dehradun
Named after the Har ki Dun peak, the trek starts from Taluka, located 12 km from Sankri village. The trails leads a trekker through alpine meadows, moraine ridges, glacier basins, pine forests and ancient villages. The biggest takeaways from this trek are some stunning views of the valley and an opportunity to experience the amazing slow-paced local lifestyle. Also, you can catch see the rarely found Brahma Kamal flower around Mahinda Taal, a beautiful alpine lake that can be covered with a short trek from a rest day at the Har ki Dun campsite on the fifth day of the trek.
Kuari Pass
Duration: 8 days
Altitude: Starting at 6,800 ft and going up to 12,500 ft.
Difficulty: Moderate, due to the presence of heavy snow throughout. Prior trekking experience needed.
Starting point: Ramni, Uttarakhand
Nearest rail head: Haridwar
This trek can bring you closest to an alpine trek, especially during the final push to Kuari Pass, which is no less than a Himalayan expedition with tremendous amounts of snow all the way up. The entire trek is located close to the Nanda Devi, India's second highest peak and hence offers the most magnificent views of the untouched beauty that Garhwal is known for. Being on this trek, you will get an opportunity to walk on the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Chaukhamba, Hathi Parbat, Mana and Kamet are some of the well known peaks you can see on this trek.
Duration: 7 days
Altitude: Highest altitude is at 11,900 ft.
Difficulty: Moderate. Prior trekking experience can be a boon.
Starting point: Jaubari, Nepal
Nearest rail head: New Jalpaiguri
This can be called the mother of all treks for those who love mountains. This is because you can witness some of the great Himalayan peaks when you are on this trek. While there's Kanchenjunga on one hand, there are incredible views of Everest, Makalu and Lhotse on the other. One of the most popular treks in India, the trek offers some of the most mesmerising panoramas, and takes you through a lush vegetation with numerous species of birds up to the snow laden fields laid across a wide expanse of land. In fact, the forests have a variety in the form silver firs, rhododendrons, magnolias and lovely large-leaved drumstick primulas. Apart from the great Himalayan peaks, a trekker on this trail is also prized with views of the Annapurna Range and some of the highest ranges of Bhutan.
Also Read: Spiti trek diary
Duration: 6 days
Altitude: Brahmatal peak is at an altitude of 11,000 ft.
Difficulty: Moderate. Prior trekking experience can be a boon.
Starting point: Lohajung, Uttarakhand
Nearest rail head: Kathgodam
One of the not so popular winter treks in the country, the trek has been named after the Brahmatal lake, located in Uttarakhand. The trek is known for offering the right amount of snow that makes a trek exciting. Even though the trail doesn't climb to the highest of altitudes, yet it is known to offer views of some high peaks. A small lake and a few forests act as the bonus offerings in this trek.
Deoriatal Chandrashila
Duration: 6 days
Altitude: Chandrashila peak is at an altitude of 12,100 ft.
Difficulty: Easy. No prior trekking experience required.
Starting point: Sari, Uttarakhand
Nearest rail head: Haridwar
Another popular winter trek, the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek takes a trekker to a high altitude lake called Deoriatal, followed by a trail up to the breathtaking heights of the Chandrashila peak. This trek acts like an artist's canvas with the variety of landscapes it takes one through. Starting from the multiple variety of forests, the trail leads a trekker through a wide alpine meadow surrounded by the jungles, the magical Deoriatal and finally truckloads of snow on the way to the Chandrashila peak. The climb up to the Chandrashila peak can be done via Tungnath, known for its temple. The trek is also consider to be a birders' trail, thanks to more than 100 species that you can see.
Good to know
All of these treks are organised by Indiahikes (www.indiahikes.in) .
You can also get in touch with Renok Adventures (www.renokadventures.com) for most of them.
For a few other treks and offbeat adventure itineraries, get in touch with Shoes On Loose (www.shoesonloose.com).


text:
Debbie Shannon
Center for Visual Science
MC Box 319, Rochester, NY 14627
(585) 275-6864 Voice
(585) 271-3043 Fax
Job Description
- Reconcile and review FRS ledgers on a monthly basis, create financial reports for Principal Investigators. Forecast future spending, present financial status and projected spending reports at quarterly meetings
- Prepare budgets and coordinate grant proposals for CVS Principal Investigators whose accounts are run through CVS. Prepare annual Center budget and capital spending
- Work with Program Director of CVS Training Grant. Process all paperwork required by NIH, serves as Center representative with NIH/NEI, coordinate preparation of renewal and continuation, assist with recruiting process, process appointments and termination of training grad students, follow-up on former trainees
- Select and supervise office staff, provide for their training and development and evaluate their performance, recruit non-office (technical) CVS staff; place ads, schedule interviews, coordinate evaluations from faculty, collaborate with HR in hiring process, maintain confidential personnel and payroll records file in office
- Counsel to faculty and staff, take action on matters of discipline, promotions, salary, and other personnel matters
- Process appointment forms for staff, research associates/postdocs, and students
- Monitor status of special projects; undergraduate summer fellowships
- Keep apprised of UR and government policies with regard to raises, evaluations, dismissals, and foreign employees
- Handle immigration issues, process visa renewal or extensions as needed
- Attend meetings for College administrators
- Research and prepare reports on special problems with recommendation for changes as directed
- Make decisions not covered in policy in Director's absence
- Organize CVS Symposia and Fall Vision Meetings every other year


text:
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Programs
If you want to become a pediatric nurse practitioner in the near future, you are going to need a college education. There are many pediatric nurse practitioner programs to choose from in the world, so you should have plenty of opportunities to get your career training. Before you go through with to this though, you may want to learn a little more about the curriculum and commitment involved with a pediatric NP degree. That is what this article is designed to help you do. Read on to learn the basics about this educational program.
Common Classes in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Programs
Every pediatric nurse practitioner program has a different set of classes that you will have to go through. With that in mind, the theories within the classes should remain the same across the board. You will start your degree program as a registered nurse, learning the fundamentals of the nursing profession. Then you can move on to pediatrics as you go through your graduate school training. Here is a list of some of the most popular courses associated with pediatric nurse degree programs:
Choosing between Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Programs
For the most part, you will probably get a Bachelor of Science in nursing to form the base of your training. Once you pass through that though, you will have several pediatric nurse practitioner programs to choose from before entering your career. Any of them can lead to a job in the future, so you may just have to see which one is most easily accessible for you. Consider your options online and in local schools to make the best decision possible. Common programs at the graduate school level include:
- Master of Science as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Doctorate in Nursing
Life after a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program
Once you pass through your degree program, you will be able to work as an actual pediatric nurse practitioner. That means that you will take on some of the following job responsibilities:
- Diagnose medical conditions in infants
- Administer medications to patients
- Advise new parents in childcare
- Oversee entry-level nurses
- Prescribe medications for parents and children
- Draft medical reports
Does that sound like something you may want to do? If so, this could be a great career for you after all. Pediatric nurse practitioner programs take a long time to get through, so you need to be prepared to commit to your education for six to eight years. Once you get through that though, you should have a career of great pay in store for you. Possible pay rates by years of experience include:
- Less than 1 year of experience: $61,042 – $89,985 per year
- 1-4 years of experience: $57,900 – $93,758 per year
- 5-9 years of experience: $63,920 – $96,120 per year
- 10-19 years of experience: $62,028 – $108,083 per year
- 20 years of experience or more: $71,453 – $113,346 per year
Pediatric nurse practitioner programs were not made for everyone. If you feel that you would work well in one, start looking around for the perfect online nursing program for you.


text:
Obama on Iran nuclear deal: "This is a good day"
U.S. President Barack Obama heralded implementation of a nuclear deal with Iran, saying world powers had cut off every path it had to a nuclear bomb. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) STORY: U.S. President Barack Obama on Sunday (January 17) heralded the implementation of a nuclear deal with Iran, saying world powers had cut off every path it had to a nuclear bomb and that a prisoner swap showed what was possible with diplomacy. "This is a good day because once again we are seeing what's possible through strong American diplomacy," Obama said at the White House. The President said five Americans "unjustly detained" by Iran had been freed as part of the same kind of diplomacy with Iran that had led to the landmark nuclear accord, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. Obama said the United States still had profound differences with Iran and would continue to enforce sanctions against its ballistic missile program. He said he was hopeful the events signaled an opportunity for Iran to work more cooperatively with the rest of the world.


text:
According to Fox Interactive's new math 1 + 2 – 2 = 2:
…and yet you continue to use both them and Friendster!
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Name *
Email *
Notify me of follow-up comments by email.
Notify me of new posts by email.


text:
1. FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE IMPORTANT! Remember, when a prospect comes to look at your house, the first thing he will see is your home's front door! Be sure that it is fresh, and clean. Be sure your lawn and landscaping are well manicured and trim looking. Be sure your yard is free of refuse and leaves. If it snowed, be certain that you've removed the ice and snow from the walk and steps.
2. WHAT YOU SHOW IS WHAT YOU GET! Faded walls and worn woodwork will reduce the appeal of your home. Why try to tell a prospect how your home could look... when you can show him by a reasonable amount of redecoration? A quicker sale at a higher price will result. Invest in a fresh coat of paint in the kitchen or bathroom. It will pay dividends for you.
3. LET THE SUN SHINE IN. Open those drapes and curtains all the way, so the prospect can see how bright and cheerful your home is.
4. FIX THAT LEAKY FAUCET. Dripping water discolors sinks and suggests faulty or worn-out plumbing.
5. LITTLE THINGS MEAN A LOT. Take a few minutes to check to be sure that your doors don't stick or have loose knobs on them. Don't forget your windows and cabinet drawers. Get all those minor flaws fixed since they detract from your home's value.
6. SAFETY FIRST AND ALWAYS! Keep stairways clear and clean since this will avoid injuries around your home, as well as avoid distraction.
7. FROM TOP TO BOTTOM! Display your attic, basement, and other utility space (including crawl spaces) by removing all unnecessary articles. A coat of paint can do wonders if your basement is dark and dreary.
8. BIG CLOSETS! Make them look bigger by having them neat and well organized to show that your home has ample closet space.
9. BATHROOMS SELL HOMES! Make these rooms sparkle! Check and repair any damaged or discolored caulking in the bathtubs and showers, and be sure that the towels and area rugs are
bright. Department stores have inexpensive towel sets that compliment any decor.
10. BEDROOMS SHOULDN'T SLEEP! Keep these rooms bright and cheerful. Remove any excess furniture and be sure to use attractive and colorful bedspreads and fresh curtains.
11. REMOVE CLUTTER. Pack away all that "stuff" on top of furniture, counters etc, that you have got used to having around.
12. SHINE ON! Your home's illumination can be a "welcome" sign to that prospective buyer! Turn on all of your outside and inside lights when showing your home at night and he'll feel a glowing warmth.
© 2011 Jeff Stern


text:
Dear readers,
I will resume posting on Monday, November 27, after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Until then,
In the "Ask Linda" columns I answer questions from readers who are uncertain how to proceed correctly under the Rules of Golf. No names are used – all questioners are referred to as Lulu (or Lou, in the case of male writers), in honor of the smart and sassy comic character. Please send questions from your personal golf experiences to: firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Volume weight or dimensional weight is the weight considered by airlines according to the dimensions and volume of your Parcel.
Calculation step of volume weight:
Length X width X Height
----------------------------------------- = Volumetric weight
** All numbers should be calculated in Centimeters.
Note: Volume weight of Inbound shipments would be considered same as Above.


text:
"Love Thy Neighbor As Thyself"
This is an important message which every person must imbibe. India and more importantly Modi must learn to conform to this message. India believes it can one day be on the cusp of attaining an impregnable status not only in its dodgy neighborhood but also worldwide. For it to attain this objective it must show that being the leader comes naturally to it. So far, our foreign policy has been dictated by concerns of local populace, as in the case of our relations with Sri Lanka, being conformist to the agenda of Tamilians. We have not devolved a clear agenda on our neighbors and whilst being seen as a big bully in our neighborhood, we can never claim the Permanent Seat on the UNSC that we so desire. In my opinion, so far, India has failed to develop envious relations with any country, except maybe Russia in the past. Under Modi, one could see glimpses of a change in this field evident by the fact that he invited all the SAARC heads for his swearing-in ceremony, the focus being on Pakistan's Nawaz Sharif. Of late, however, our relations with our aggressive neighbor have dampened owing to the incessant shelling and firing across the international border. Following are our major concerns regarding our immediate neighbors whose instability can spell our doom.
India foreign policy without Pakistan is like bread without butter. They go hand in glove. One must see India as the big brother here, due to its stability and greater economic as well as military prowess. Therefore, the onus lies on India to move ahead with the process and prevent adjournments motivated by separatists and infiltrators. However, that said, Pakistan is not absolved of the responsibility of maintaining peace. Pakistan must realize that India as an enemy poses significantly large economic disadvantages to it. While India has granted Pakistan the Most-Favored Nation (MFN) Status in terms of trade, Pakistan has still not extended the same courtesy. Bilateral trade between the two nations is still negligible and Pakistan must frame the season for its own harvest. War is not an option, citing the importance India places on its economy and the presence of nuclear arsenal. The focus must be on the economy and not on militancy and while India can flex its muscles all it can want, it realizes that war with Pakistan is not an option.
India-China relations have never been warm. While on the outside their leaders may shake hands but the borders always paint the true picture. As evidenced by the Chinese President, Xi Jinping's visit to India recently, marked by a border stand-off, to show India its right place in the relations. While relations between Nehru and Zhou Enlai were friendly to say the least, they took a volatile turn after India's tough stand on the border issue, ultimately resulting in the Sino-Indian conflict of 1962.
China still dominates the bilateral trade and cheap Chinese products have flooded the Indian market while Indian firms have been facing significant restriction in the Chinese market. There is no doubt as to who the dominant partner is in this relation, again owing to China's frightening military and economic prowess. China's foreign policy is much more evolved and it involves keeping Pakistan much closer than India would like. China has also been involved in an encirclement policy in the Indian Ocean Region establishing ties with Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Maldives. While Chinese influence in Nepal puts India on the back foot, India's relations with Vietnam or Japan cannot attract similar fears among the Chinese.
India must be weary of the Chinese as they can never even be fair-weather friends (let alone all-weather friends) but are at most 'not enemies'. India must not only maintain a strong stance on the border without pandering to the Chinese but also keep them at arm's length. A conflict with China will most certainly spell doom for our economy without ruffling their feathers.
Nepal is an important buffer state for India with respect to China. Nepal's strength and sovereignty must be as important to us as ours owing to its geo-political importance and our cultural ties. Historically, India has been seen as a big bully by Nepal due to the influence (read interference) we have on its internal politics. This has started to dawn on the government in recent times owing to China's policy of encirclement, Nepal being an important pawn of China in this game. China's investment in Nepal has been on the rise while our bureaucracy and disastrous foreign policy has meant that India's influence is starting to wane. Modi, importantly, has understood Nepal's strategic importance and is leaving no stone unturned in extending credit lines and inking hydropower projects. India must realize that the fruits of its economic expansion must accrue to Nepal if it wants to end Chinese influence on its policies.
As a nation, Bangladesh must owe us one for helping them attain freedom, although we didn't assist them totally out of the goodness of our heart. However, tensions have existed ever since its independence over the sharing of water from the Teesta river and infiltration. Bangladeshi refugees residing in Assam have become an important poll issue for many parties. Again, Bangladesh has seen considerable Chinese investment and China exercises a good deal of influence here as well. India has been caught off guard as its Bangladesh hasn't been able to reap the fruits of our economic progress and enmity has thrived over time. Redrawing of the boundary is a must. Engaging in much more economic dialogue has great advantages for us from a political point of view.
Afghanistan is a very important nation national security-wise and a rare friend in the neighborhood. In Afghanistan's stability lies India's security. Once the inevitable American forces pull-out begins, the Taliban will have a free hand. Its influence will extend over Pakistan and India will see some spill-over effect. Over the years our investment in Afghanistan has risen and India has also helped train Afghan soldiers and doctors. India's warm relations with the former Afghan PM Hamid Karzai greatly irked Pakistan. Pakistan has been kept busy on the Afghan front and this reduces its capabilities in Kashmir. Afghanistan can become an important all if India decides to pursue an aggressive policy on Pakistan.
Sri Lanka
The island nation is perhaps India's Vietnam. India has had dark experiences with Sri Lanka and this has left a bad taste in our mouth. The policy towards Sri Lanka has always been seen the through the prism of the Tamil Nadu populace whose brethren form Sri Lanka's exploited minority. Sri Lanka is a crucial ally for China, which has already docked a submarine here officially. In order to thwart any Chinese influence here, investment is the only answer. So while China builds world-class ports in Sri Lanka, what have we been doing? We have been engaging in bitter battles of exchange of poor fishermen who stray in each other's territories. India must explore new avenues of foreign policy with regard to Sri Lanka instead of acting like the big brother.
Therefore, one must realize that for far too long we have been the big bully in the neighborhood. Our neighbors resent our economic growth for the simple reason that we don't share it. India's leadership in SAARC has been nothing but ordinary up till now with no major successes. We are allowing China to play a bigger role in the Indian Ocean Region, which has curtailed our influence. Unless we learn to take our neighbors hand-in-hand and show that we can lead South Asia, we do not deserve to sit at the big boys' table. India has immediate economic and security concerns in South Asia which if left unaddressed can develop into major rivalries. We have been to interfering which paints us as a hypocrite when we cry foul upon Pakistan's calls to the UN for resolution of the Kashmir issue. Modi has to realize that foreign policy is intricate as running the nation and you can only make friends with muscle power or money power in this region, both of which China hasn't been afraid to throw around.


text:
AJ The Dread's starting to make himself known in the professional recording and music industry. Through his dedication to music, the diligent artist is leaving a stamp with cutting edge songs and lyrics. As a music artist as well as an entrepreneur, don't be surprised to see AJ The Dread in the biggest publications. Only highlight reel type of work can be expected moving forward from this emerging artist.
Born in Omaha, NE, this emcee has been making music ever since he could say "yo baby yo baby yo" as a toddler. "I was raised in Slidell, LA until we moved back when I was 11. The majority of my highlights come from opening up for people I listened to when I was in high school like Mystical, Devin The Dude, Obie Trice, Young Bleed, and Big Mike. Traveling to SXSW was a huge thing for me as well. I've traveled from coast to coast pushing my music for ten years now," AJ The Dread reveals.
In the upcoming year he'll be traveling back to SXSW to perform and will be taking the bands he's signed to his label as well. AJ The Dread's first big tour will take him from Nebraska to California.
Official website: www.ajthedread.bandcamp.com
Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/aj-the-dread
You must be logged in to post a comment Login


text:
Here's my entry for the challenge!
Here's what I used:
Color combo = Tangerine and dark Turquoise (although these pics don't show true color well)
Materials = canvas + paper + paint chip cards
Crafty Trends = "put a bird on it" + ombre
Patterns = map page + color block
Extras = button + twig
The anchor on the front of the boat is a red button that I painted turquoise. The paint chip cards were cut into the flocks of birds (which are ombre colors). The map pages are the sails and of course the twig is the ship's mast. I used scrapbook paper for the actual ship. And of course, the backgrounds is acrylic paint on canvas
ps. Check out my latest nail art...Birds on wires! (if you follow me on Instagram, you've already seen this)


text:
Tuesday-Saturday evenings, doors open at 11:15pm for Late Night Sessions featuring some of the most talented emerging artists in jazz. There are no reservations for Late Night Sessions - just swing by! This month, Thursday and Saturday evenings will be hosted by Julian Lee.
Back to All Events
Earlier Event: May 19JLCO with Wynton Marsalis - Celebrating Ornette Coleman
Later Event: May 30New Orleans Swamp Donkeys @ Soho House Rooftop Pool Party


text:
Wednesday, 8 October 2014
A Sky Full Of Stars
I don't know about you, but I'm having a Disney feelings today! ♥ I was in Disney at the New Year's Eve in 2012/13 (you can see the number 2013 on the front of my sweatshirt). I'm really happy, tomorrow I'm going to Bratislava for school trip, so stay tuned for a lot of pictures and for those that live in Bratislava, hopefully I'll meet some of you!
Enjoy this outfit full of kid's happiness (Disney is a place where your dreams come true! <3)
Also I want to give a HUGE thank you (and credit) to my friend Adam who took these wonderful photos!
I wish you the best!
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
This promotion is for Rewards members only. To take advantage of exclusive offers like these, join Office Depot® OfficeMax® Rewards now!
- Home /
- Product Details
Riviera RC is pleased to introduce its Sky Boss Drone. The Sky Boss has 4 channels and a 6 axis gyro system. The Sky Boss drone is equipped with 5.8 Ghz Live streaming FPV (First person View) real time High definition video. The Sky Boss comes equipped with a 5" Screen on the remote transmitter.The Sky Boss drone can perform 3D flips and barrel rolls at the touch of a button.The Sky Boss has uniques features such as one key take off and landing, headless mode and one key return. This drone has three speed modes, slow, fast, expert and comes with built in LED lights for awesome night time flying. The Sky Boss comes with a built in HD camera. Features: Hovering Function. Flight time is approximately 10-12 minutes on a full charge of 90 minutes. Included rechargeable battery, 7.4v 1200 mAh. Control distance is approximately 300 feet.
Product Details
|Item #
|Manufacturer #
|average flight time
|0.20 Hour
|Battery Included
|brand name
|Riviera RC
|drone features
|built-in camera; Auto-return; Gyro Stabilization; HD streaming; LED light
|Riviera RC.
|Operating Frequency
|2.40 GHz; 5.80 GHz
|power source
|Toy Class
|Remote Controlled Vehicle
|transmission range
|300 ft.
|warranty length
|30-day limited
|What's Included
|RC Sky Boss FPV Drone; Remote transmitter; Rechargeable Battery
was removed.
Thank you, you will now be redirected to comparisons.
Just a moment while we prepare the page
Check In-Store Availability


text:
The National Park Service (NPS) has just begun a multi-year planning effort examining the condition of the park and discussing what it should look like in the future. We invite you to join us as we develop a blueprint for the park's future. This blueprint, called a General Management Plan, will guide the park's resource protection and facility development efforts and their goals for the visitor's experience over the next 20 to 25 years.
The first step is to identify the resource management, facility development, interpretation and visitor experience issues that the public feels are important to discuss during this planning effort. Join us in a series of open houses and meetings at the park to discuss your thoughts and concerns, or send them electronically or by mail.
General Management Plan
You may mail your comments to:
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
2 Mark Bird Lane
Elverson, PA 19520
or click here to send an e-mail.
Last updated: February 13, 2016


text:
- Hello, welcome to Fili's experiment corner :)Experiment corner is a place where I try something new for the first time. There might be some miscalculation, changes and mistakes within the process.My plan was to make a tote bag with quotes on it. Unfortunately, I don't know how to do screen printing nor have the tools to do that. Instead, I planned to use some fabrics to make the quotes. I planned to make a tutorial that includes the making of the tote bag. Alas, when I checked the photos that I prepared for this tutorial, it required more than 50 images and a superbly long entry. Thus, I cut it out and focus only to the making of the quotation/letter applique.
DesignMaterials:- plain cream coloured fabric- medium weight fusible interfacing- red, yellow, green and white felt/jersey/knit fabric- pin- pencil- scissors- ruler** : Additional materialProcess1. Choose your quotations/words/letters. I used one of my favourite quotes "Keep Calm and Puke Rainbow Continuously"2. Use WordArt at MS Word (or other programmes that you know) to make the template in the font size that you desired.Use the simple WordArt that only have the outline of the font since we only need the outer shape. Besides, we also save the environment by saving your ink :). Paper size: A4, Font: Arial (or any other font that you like). I put the same amount of letters in every line. I also didn't add any space between the words. Unfortunately, the space between the lines are quite big and I didn't know how to fix this (as you can see, I'm not very good with lots of computer programmes, including this one). I made the font size as big as the page can accommodate.
- Please have your seat and let's start the adventure :)
- (Note: This reckless prediction will cause a trouble latter ^^;)
- . Cut the scrap fabric into rectangle shape, as big as each letter.
3. Cut the letters per line.
4. Decide which colour that you want for which words/letters. In this tutorial. I decided to use cream coloured fabric for the words. Arrange these letters on top of the cream fabric. Cut the fabrics in the same size of the overall letters.
5. Cut the interfacing in the same size as the cream fabric that had just been cut before.
Before we iron and copied the whole letters into fabric, try to arrange it on top of your tote bag.
When I tried it, the letters are too big for the bag so I had to reduce the size of the letters and remove "Continuously".
(Note: I reduced the letters manually because I don't have printer in my house, so I added "ruler" as the additional materials)
Even after I removed the word "Continuously", I still didn't have enough space for the rainbow picture. Thus, I cut each letters 0,5 mm on top and bottom, except for the word "And" (about 1 cm on both top and bottom).
Unfortunately the condition didn't change that much, even after I reduced the letters' size. So I decided to change the design a bit. I removed the rainbow icon. Instead, I would make a full colour "Rainbow" word. The interesting fact is, "Rainbow" word have seven letters, the same number as rainbow colours ;)
Let's renew the process
1. Collect a colourful scrap fabrics. I choose jersey because it doesn't fray
2. Cut the interfacing that already prepared before into two parts, one for a cream fabric and one for the colourful scrap fabrics.
3. Iron the fusible interfacing to the fabrics.
5. Cut each letter and arrange it on top of tote bag main part. Pin it.
6. Remove pin and sew the letter one by one. Don't remove all the pins at the same time or the position will change. Always recheck the position of the letters before you sew it.
Aaaaaand done :D
Last note:
Next time, I must use fabric that is not easily fray. It doesn't look really good when the threads are all over the place. Fortunately there was no problem a jerseys or knits. They keep in good shape even after a while :) However, if you want to have a little bit grunge and natural look, you can always use cotton that lined with fusible interfacing. It is fraying, but not much since the fusible interfacing holds the fabrics.
That's it, thank you for reading this long entry :)
I hope you enjoy it and I'll be very happy if you try this experiment by yourself. You always can inform me how your experiment goes :)b.
Have fun, see you next time!


text:
With many self-storage owners looking to development new facilities, it is important they choose a place to build their facility in a place where it will thrive: a high-growth area where people are moving with high barriers to entry and limited competition.
The "if you build it, they will come" mentality just doesn't cut it anymore for self storage, so defining your trade area before starting development is more important than ever.
But what exactly is a market area and how do you identify yours?
Five mile limit
Typically, the self-storage market has been defined by a one-, three- and five-mile radius around your facility, said Brad Sherman, managing principal at StoreSmart Self Storage, which has offices in Carbondale, CO, and Boca Raton, FL.
"Absent some compelling circumstance, a storage customer will not travel more than five miles to store their stuff," Sherman said. So we start with that assumption and then dial it back to see where everything lays out," Sherman said.
Sherman said based on the five-mile assumption, they examine several factors within that range including competition, traffic patterns, population and where people live and work.
Find your base
"In the analysis I do, and the underwriting that we do for our acquisitions or development sites, we look at market area based on what we anticipate the customer base is generated from," said Robert Cerrone, divisional vice president of operations at Austin, TX-based Great Value Storage.
"That means that market area or trade area can differ dramatically depending on the density of the market," Cerrone said.
For example, because suburban or more tertiary markets are more spread out, self-storage professionals typically concentrate on the three- and five-mile radius when evaluating demand. Urban properties have smaller trade areas.
Urban core
"The closer you are to the central business district, the smaller the radius then becomes," Cerrone said.
Such is the case for a deal Great Value is working on in New York just outside of Queens: "We're analyzing specifically the one -and two-mile range, because the density is so high; the population is approximately 330,000 people in a one-mile range."
However, Cerrone said when dealing with suburbs in large metropolitan areas like Dallas or Houston, for example, most customers are coming from within the three-mile radius.
Geographical factors
Industry experts agree that determining your trade area is not as easy as drawing a three- or five-mile circle around your facility on a map.
"Sometimes the geographical layout of the market is such that we have to do some sort of asymmetrical radius where there might be a river right near the property and there are impediments to people traveling across the bridge to store their stuff," Sherman said.
Cerrone agreed. "When we look at trade areas, we also look at geographical barriers that keep people in certain pockets," he said. "If there's a major interstate or river or something that keeps people on one side or the other, you have to adapt your trade area to that as well."
Do your homework
Experts suggest finding out who lives and works in your trade area by conducting a demographic study using census information for the one, three- and five-mile radius. This information should include current population, anticipated growth, housing mix (renter/owner, multi-family/single-family) and average household income.
Much of this data can be found at the local planning department, assessor's office, city or county government websites, or by visiting the U.S. Census Bureau's American Fact Finder.
You can also hire an industry professional to conduct a feasibility study.
Convenience is king
It's important to remember that four basic data points establish a person's convenience market when seeking self-storage, said industry consultant Jim Chiswell, president of Winchester, Va.-based Chiswell & Associates LLC.
"They're where someone lives, works, shops and where their kids go to school. For example, I've never seen a facility near a Wal-Mart suffering. The majority of residents within the target market area shop at Wal-Mart several times a month and each time they drive by the facility."
However, Chiswell has seen storage owners get into trouble when they assumed the target market area was "beyond the normal limits, and too late they realized that customers that they thought they would attract were not willing to go 'over there' to store their belongings."
Check the competition
Both existing and planned competitors should be plotted on a map to find the total square footage of self-storage facilities within your trade area. Also, visit competing facilities to determine the unit mix, rental rates and occupancy levels, which will help you evaluate market saturation and calculate income potential.
"We want to know not only where every competitor is located, but what their unit mix is, what their rates look like, and how much climate vs. non-climate they have," Sherman said.
Plus, he will go to the city's planning and zoning to see if any new facilities are planned or going through the approval process.
"If we determined there's only 200,000 square feet of demand in the five-mile ring and find out that somebody is building a 100,000-square-foot facility, well that's sort of sucked up all the remaining demand in the market," Sherman said.
Playing it safe
One thing that StoreSmart does that differs from some other operators is—as a result of the recession—the company no longer includes future housing development as part of its market analysis to determine trade area and demand.
"If we go into a market, it's because demand exists at it sits today," Sherman said. "We don't consider anything that may or may not be built in the future. What we found was future development often doesn't follow through."


text:
Use your antibodies-online credentials, if available.
No Products on your Comparison List.
Your basket is empty.
Worldwide Shipping!
Find out more
Sterol-C4-mehtyl oxidase-like protein was isolated based on its similarity to the yeast ERG25 protein. Additionally we are shipping Methylsterol Monooxygenase 1 Antibodies (33) and Methylsterol Monooxygenase 1 Kits (8) and many more products for this protein.
Showing 3 out of 3 products:
SC4MOL is situated within the psoriasis susceptibility locus PSORS9, and may be a genetic risk factor for common skin conditions. [review]
variants in/near SC4MOL, were associated with FI and IR in this cohort of African Amer
human SC4MOL encodes a methyl sterol oxidase that may have a role in psoriasiform dermatitis, microcephaly, and developmental delay
This work identifies a critical role for SC4MOL and NSDHL in the regulation of EGFR signaling and endocytic trafficking and suggests novel strategies to increase the potency of EGFR antagonists in tumors
Sterol-C4-mehtyl oxidase-like protein was isolated based on its similarity to the yeast ERG25 protein. It contains a set of putative metal binding motifs with similarity to that seen in a family of membrane desaturases-hydroxylases. The protein is localized to the endoplasmic reticulum membrane and is believed to function in cholesterol biosynthesis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been found for this gene.
C-4 methylsterol oxidase
, C-4 methyl sterol
, sterol-C4-methyl oxidase-like protein
, neuropep 1
, neurorep 1
, sterol-C4-methyl oxidase-like
, methylsterol monooxygenase 1


text:
graham hill design
Kerry Gillette
I've been passionate about creating beautiful spaces since childhood. I grew up in a home filled to the brim with art, books and a love for travel, music and the arts. Those influences fueled my passion for great design — not just for interiors, but architecture, graphic design, branding and fashion. I love it all. I believe great design should be livable. People with kids and pets should still be able to have pretty things! My aesthetic is California casual with a touch of classic, modern-tradition, but I embrace each of my client's personalities to help them achieve spaces that are beautiful and timeless. I consider myself beyond lucky to live in the beach town of Santa Cruz, CA with my husband and two daughters.


text:
Welcome to the news and events page. Check out all of our upcoming news and events listed below:
International Christian Chamber of Commerce
We are proud to announce that we have joined together with a worldwide group of Christain businesses that want to help their nations. WE want to use our businesses to help our communities. This is a powerful tool that will bring people from around the world together with one mission. For more info on the International Christian Chamber of Commerce go to www.iccc.netInternational Christian Chamber of Commerce
Promotional Products For Large Organizations
We help many organizations, Groups, and Churches promote themselves through our products with imprinting, logos, etc. We also have safety programs, games, and other products that help companies bring their people togehter. We have helped many through our experience and love of knowing that its about people helping people. Please feel free to contact us for more info.


text:
Best Buy has new Insignia 5.1 Home Theater System up for sale
Best Buy has ensured that their virtual store shelves are now filled up with the spanking new Insignia 5.1 Home Theater System that will come equipped with Audyssey audio technology, which is a complete home audio system from the good people at Insignia. It will be a Best Buy exclusive, no doubt about it, making it one of the more reasonably priced Home Theater system that are offered to consumers where it comes with virtually all of the components required to experience movie theater sound quality in their homes. After all, most consumers want something hassle free – just take a look at the number of instant items we have, ranging from instant noodles to instant coffee and TV dinners. With the Insignia 5.1 Home Theater System, the same applies as it is easy to install, simple to control and won't break the bank.
As you should be able to tell by the name itself, the Insignia Home Theater System is a complete 5.1 surround sound system which boasts 110-Watts per channel, where it comes with five speakers as well as a powerful 120-Watt subwoofer. It will be made out of high-quality components and is assembled with precision, making sure that you, the consumer, will be able to enjoy a robust surround-sound experience right in the middle of your living room. Each purchase will come with a trio of HDMI 1.4 inputs as well as a solitary HDMI output that will support new Blu-ray audio formats as well as 3D video formats. Apart from that, you will get a pre-programmed Universal remote that was specially designed to work with the latest Insignia home theater products.
The Insignia Home Theater System features Audyssey audio technology that is touted to automatically enhance quieter sections of movies or television shows while leveling out the sounds of loud commercials for a more enjoyable listening experience. Each purchase will also include a speaker setup microphone and Audyssey Auto Setup, that makes it a snap for easy home installation.


text:
What would you like to do now?
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Sq Feet: 4,464
City: Gilbert
Zip: 85295
Sub Division: Casa Rica
To start a new search please click: Start New Search
Property Description
Spectacular semi-custom 1/2 acre (20,000+ sq ft), corner lot, single story home with Casita & 4 car tandem garage. Built in 2013 and full of custom finishes, upgrades, beautiful tile work and a gourmet kitchen, complete with custom California Closets designed and cooled pantry and a 20-foot wall of glass transitions to the exterior part of the great room; truly inside/outside AZ living in the heart of Gilbert with tons of curb appeal. Welcome home through the private courtyard gated with a custom iron door into the main houses stunning iron/glass entry door, where you find yourself in a extraordinary great room designed for entertaining. The Great room has 24' ceilings and built in cabinetry detailed as fine home furnishings The massive kitchen


text:
of the nature of or serving as a type or representative specimen.
conforming to a particular type.
Biology. exemplifying most nearly the essential characteristics of a higher group in natural history, and forming the type: the typical genus of a family.
characteristic or distinctive: He has the mannerisms typical of his class.
pertaining to, of the nature of, or serving as a type or emblem; symbolic.
Sometimes typ·ic.
Origin of typical
Synonyms for typical
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019
being or serving as a representative example of a particular type; characteristicthe painting is a typical Rembrandt
considered to be an example of some undesirable traitthat is typical of you!
of or relating to a representative specimen or type
conforming to a type
biology having most of the characteristics of a particular taxonomic groupa typical species of a genus
Also (poetic): typic
Word Origin for typical
C17: from Medieval Latin typicālis, from Late Latin typicus figurative, from Greek tupikos, from tupos type
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
c.1600, "symbolic, emblematic," from Medieval Latin typicalis "symbolic," from Late Latin typicus "of or pertaining to a type," from Greek typikos, from typos "impression" (see type (n.)). Sense of "characteristic" is first recorded 1850. Related: Typically.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper


text:
In the interest of sharing unique design ideas I will veer outside of the mid-century modern and 1970s era and share some unique plans and ideas.
Over the years that I have worked in the various facets of the real estate industry I have been inside many condominium apartment units in Ottawa. I am always surprised and delighted to see innovative designs that then become inspiration for the "hobby" floor plans that I design as a pastime. One design aspect about condo apartments I like playing with is the idea about space that can be expanded. This is something that is typically impossible with a condo apartment unless an adjacent unit is bought. I am not the only one to have thought of this - here are some examples/ideas in Ottawa.
The Broker I work for recently listed Alanis Morissette's spectacular suite in the Sussex condominium building. Her (now sold) suite was re-imagined from the original plans, but the original design for the building is quite unique. Each floor has 4 standard designs, all corner suites. Yet, each floor has 8 distinct modules with their own separate legal identity. The typical suite is 2 units, but there is the potential to be expanded in to one of the adjacent units - resulting in 3 condos per floor (two 3 module suites and one 2 module suite). I am not sure if anyone actually did expand their suite when the building was built, but the idea is noteworthy!
Additionally, some condo buildings allow homeowners to enclose a balcony for extra interior space, such as at 160 George Street. My Broker currently has a listing for sale in this building with the balcony still open, but I have been inside some of the units with enclosed balconies that have been opened up to the main living space quite successfully.
The Classics at Riviera condo also allows enclosed balconies, but it appears that they must be fully glass so as not to detract from the overall facade of the building. On the flip-side, some units in this complex were built with an enclosed solarium (sometimes called a "sun den") that homeowners have opted to completely open up to the main living space.
Another example at 373 Laurier Avenue East with enclosed balconies. Many condominium corporations do not allow the enclosing of balconies as it changes the look of the building facade.
One building that has always intrigued is the Parkway Terrace condominium at 727 Richmond Road. From the outside the building presents a unique facade with large expanses of glass and deep-set balconies.
The overall layout of the building is very unique with all of the units (8 per floor) loaded on the back of the building, overlooking the Ottawa River and parkway. At the front of the building most units (except the end units and ground floor units) have a second balcony and a solarium space (called a gazebo on the plans). These are separate from the main unit as the building hallway runs between. This unique, yet separate, expansion space could have numerous options. From what I have seen with real estate listings in this building most owners use this space as a solarium, but I could envision it used as a home office just across the hall from your unit.
Addendum:Special thanks to a reader and resident of this building for reaching out to me. Below is a write up from the building's website:
The unique concept of this building is rooted in the architect's love of flying. One can see in some of the drawings of his new building an airy glass front and a biplane above it in the sky. The footprint of the building is clearly that of a plane with the fuselage in the centre. It is very clear and easily recognized on an aerial map of the area.
The building design, being based on a biplane, actually has five wings rather than two, since there are that many floors. All the glass and open patios in the front give the impression of air between the wings. The living rooms are in the back with large windows, to continue the concept of the building looking airy as if it could fly.
The front foyer suggests two ideas: one of a hangar and the other an observation room at an airport. The curves introduced in the design are subtle, but integral to the aeronautic theme. The most prominent dome is on the roof, suggesting the main part of the plane. It is mirrored in the two elevators and on the second floor bulge, now used for plants. The curves are all in the fuselage area of the design.


text:
Engaged to give Damm Fine Food's premium venue Alto, a new lease on life. Having done a small scale facelift four years ago this renovation was to to bring back a neutral pallete a perfect blank canvas for all events.
Polishing the concrete floor and complementing it with brass details, black wall paneling, linen sheers on the massive window frontage and hardwood details the space now has a relaxed modern industrial feel.
Based at Melbourne's GPO, the venue used dominantly for weddings or large private corporate events.


text:
Plaza 440 Condominium Remodeling Project – 440 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL (River North)
Plaza 440 is a full amenity high rise building located in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood. Just steps away from all the shopping, dining, transporation, and entertainment Chicago has to offer, the neighborhood is extremely convenient and walkable. The building boasts fantastic amenities such as a 24-hour doorstaff, a state-of-the art fitness center, a sun deck with gas grills, an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, a business center, a party room, a dry cleaner, a laundry room, and on-site management.
Plaza 440 Condominium Remodeling Project – 440 N Wabash, Chicago, IL (River North)
Remodel Your Home
If you live in Chicago or the surrounding area, call us today for a free consultation (773) 685-6095, or click the button below:


text:
For us adults, walking into the high-tech, laser-beam kinetic of one of today's video game palaces is rather like stepping back into the sci-fi movie world of our youth. It was only a couple of decades ago that we were viewing what is taking place today in an arcade environment-virtual reality games, direct interaction with lifelike video characters, video car racing with kids strapped into vehicles that simulate every bump and roll of the car-in the context of some Blade Runner-ish, futuristic fantasy. Much of those wild imaginings have become real, and within a much shorter time frame than anyone could have predicted back then.
And because the change in both entertainment and information delivery has occurred so quickly, and in such exponential leaps, one wonders, sometimes, just how large the gap truly is between the adult decision maker's experiential frame of reference and the kids to whom they are marketing.
As writer Ed Kirchdoerffer points out in a story in our 'TeenScreen' special report, 25 years ago, growing up as a kid in suburban New Jersey, sports consisted of baseball in the summer and football in the fall. Basketball was something to be played more than watched and hockey was somewhere on the fringe. And it was pretty much the same 25 years before that.
But now, suddenly, in the space of one generation's maturity from adolesence to adulthood, everything has changed. The activities and interests that make up a kid's experience are rooted in a context that never even existed before. In the example of sports, baseball and football are now only two of a wide variety of alphabetized professional sports leagues that have captured kids' attention-with increasing appeal among females-not to mention numerous other new diversions that have been invented along the way, from in-line skates to beach volleyball to skiing downhill on a board.
Fragmentation of interest is probably as significant as fragmentation of media in the challenge of marketing to kids.
Yet for all of that complexity, there might be a very simple answer as to the best way of reaching young people, suggests West Coast editor Virginia Robertson in her story on the new one-hour drama Dawson's Creek.
Although pushed to a 9 p.m. time slot on Tuesday evenings because of the furor last fall over what was considered (by adults) to be racy material in the teen- and young adult-directed show, Dawson's Creek producers are unapologetic about what will reach today's teens.
'I think it definitely conveys a sense of honesty, portraying what they talk about-the real emotions of teens,' says co-executive producer Paul Stupin.
The scripts have teens talking about what they're really thinking, in the kinds of conversations that they really have. The storylines similarly try to capture life as it is, depicting sex and relationships as they really are. One storyline follows an affair between a student and his teacher.
'This sets up the expectation where you think at the end she is going to blow him off,' describes Stupin. 'It's a suprise when the situation reverses and [the student] Casey confronts [the teacher], revealing that both of them are in a situation that's way over their heads.'
Dawson's Creek launches January 20 on the WB network, and if the advance reviews and prognostications are accurate, teens are going to love it. If that's the case, the bigger question will probably be whether adults understand teens well enough to let them watch it.


text:
After a call for evidence, Drinkaware appointed Independent researcher Dr Simon Christmas* to submit research to inform Drinkaware's approach.
The full report, titled 'Drunken Nights Out: Motivations, norms and rituals in the night time economy' was published in September 2014 and made available on the Drinkaware website.
Read the Executive Summary and the full Drunken Nights Out: Motivations, Norms and Rituals in the Night-Time Economy Research Report.
Prior to the publication of the report, Simon presented the preliminary findings from the research earlier in 2014 at the 2014 Drinkaware Annual Conference.
*Simon Christmas, PhD, MPhil, MSc, MA, BA, MMRS, MBPsS is Visiting Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Public Policy Research, King's College London, www.simonchristmas.net


text:
- Home
- Preschool
- Kindergarten
- Elementary
- Middle school
- High school
- College
My 4-year-old son frequently kicks and bites other children at preschool. What actions should we take to get this behavior to stop? -- Biter's Mom
Usually, when children under the age of 2 have aggressive behavior, it is because they are trying to communicate their needs. However, older children, like your son, have never learned the appropriate nonaggressive way to express their needs when they are faced with a difficult situation. This aggressive behavior usually occurs when a child is exhausted, without adult supervision, unable to verbally express needs, or for self-defense.
Work with the teacher. Visit the classroom. Both of you should look for clues as to why this behavior is occurring. Perhaps some of these situations could be avoided. Also, if the same thing is happening at home, immediately remove him from the other child. Talk to him later about other ways to handle the situation. Playacting difficult situations could help him learn acceptable behavior.
You definitely need to stop your child's aggressive behavior before he enters kindergarten. Consulting with a behavior specialist at your school corporation might give you and the teacher ideas about ways to change his behavior, as well as the names of behavior specialists to work with him.


text:
Clarity "Clare" Fern sees things. Things no one else can see. Things like stolen kisses and long-buried secrets. All she has to do is touch a certain object, and the visions come to her. It's a gift.
And a curse.
When a teenage girl is found murdered, Clare's ex-boyfriend wants her to help solve the case—but Clare is still furious at the cheating jerk. Then Clare's brother—who has supernatural gifts of his own—becomes the prime suspect, and Clare can no longer look away. Teaming up with Gabriel, the smoldering son of the new detective, Clare must venture into the depths of fear, revenge, and lust in order to track the killer. But will her sight fail her just when she needs it most?
Wow, I really wasn't expecting Clarity to be as good as it was! I was hooked from the first chapter and couldn't turn the pages fast enough. This is a quick, light read that was over all too soon. Clarity has so many positives, supernatural activity, murder mystery, a fun and intelligent main character that was instantly likable, and not to mention the authors really beautiful writing style. Clarity has easily found it's way onto my favourites shelf and I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book Perception!
Clare Fern has a supernatural talent that is both a gift and a curse, she sees things, visions from the past if she touches certain objects. Clare is a brilliant character, she is strong and intelligent but she is seen as a bit of a freak by the other people in her school. Clare's mum can read peoples thoughts and her brother Perry can can communicate with ghosts, so as a trio they run quite a profitable business out of their talents.
When the body of a murdered teenage girl is found Perry becomes the police's number one prime suspect, as he was the last person to see the victim alive! Clare must help prove her brother's innocence, so she decides to use her gift to aid the police in their investigation. There are 2 boys in her life vying for her attention and forgiveness, but Clare finds herself attracted to both of the guys in question!
Will Clare be able to rely on her gift to clear Perry's name? Well, I won't give anything away, but lets just say I suspected everybody and in the end I was quite surprised by the outcome!
It's hard to believe Clarity is Kim Harrington's debut novel, it really is that good. I cannot wait to see what she has in store for Clare and her strange little family next. This is definitely a must read book that I urge you to pick up today, it will not disapoint!
*Special thanks to Scholastic for the review copy*
4/5 Stars
Carly :)


text:
2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet Progressiv
The retractable acoustic roof allows you to be seen, if briefly, before the 3.0 TFSI V6 rockets you from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. The car may disappear quickly, but the impression it creates does not. Cause a sensation with the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet.
- Audi drive select
- S Sports Suspension
- quattro
- Top speed: 250?km/h
- Steering: Electromechanical Steering with Speed-Sensitive Power Assistance
- Suspension Front: 5-link Front Suspension, Aluminum wishbones , Subframe and Tubular Stabilizer?
- Suspension Rear: Independent suspension , five-link axle with rear tie rod , flexibly mounted subframe and stabilizer
- Brake system: Dual Circuit with Diagonal Spilt, ABS, EBD, EDL, ESC, ASR Traction Control, and Brake Disc Wiping Feature?
- Engine type: V6 / 24V / Direct Injection / Turbocharged / Audi Valvelift System?
- Displacement: 2995?cm³
- Max. output: 354 hp @ 5400 - 6400 rpm?
- Max. torque: 369lb ft @ 1370 - 4500 rpm?
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.0?seconds
- Transmission: Tiptronic?
- Stainless steel pedals and footrest
- Stop-Start Technology
- Quattro with Sport Differential
- Audi dynamic steering
- Red Brake Calipers
- Rear-view camera
- Electromechanical parking brake
- Front Side Airbags
- Cruise Control
- Audi pre sense rear
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Audi side assist
- Airbag for driver and front passenger with knee airbag
- Audi connect assistance and security services
- Storage Package
- HomeLink garage door opener
- Three-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
- Audi advanced key with foot-activated trunk release
- Automatic dimming interior mirror with compass
- Leather-covered door armrests and door trim
- Leather-covered multifunction flat bottom steering wheel
- Illuminated door sills
- Matte Brushed Aluminum Inlays
- Lighting Package
- Anti-theft alarm with tow-away protection
- Electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors with automatic dimming and memory function
- Carbon Atlas inlays
- Heated 3-spoke, leather-covered multifunction steering wheel
- LED Daytime running lights
- LED headlights
- High-Gloss Package
- Fully Automatic Acoustic Roof
- Aluminum Exterior Mirror Housings
- High beam assistant
- 245/40 R18 performance tires
- Heat insulating glass for side and rear windows
- Light and rain sensor
- 5-double spoke Star design wheels, size 8J x 18, with 245/40 performance tires
- LED tail lights with dynamic indicator
- Wind deflector
- Black or Red or Grey Roof
- 255/35 R19 Performance Tires
- 5-spoke Cavo design wheels with partly-polished contrasting grey finish, size 8.5J x 19, with 255/35 R19 performance tires
- Audi Sound System
- Bluetooth Interface
- MMI navigation plus
- SIRIUSXM satellite radio
- Driver information system with colour display
- Audi smartphone interface
- MMI Radio
- Heated front seats
- Front S sports seats
- Split-folding rear seatback
- Fine Nappa leather
- Pneumatically adjustable lumbar support with massage function
- Easy entry front seats
- Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function
- ISOFIX child seat mounting and top tether anchorage point for outer rear seats
- Front and rear seat heating
- Driver Assistance Package: Audi side assist, Rear cross-traffic alert, Top-view camera, Exit warning system, Audi pre sense rear
Want to try the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet Progressiv?Book a Test Drive
*Freight & Fees Included + GST Only. All pricing and details are believed to be accurate, but we do not warrant or guarantee such accuracy. The prices shownabove, may vary from region to region, as will incentives, and are subject to change. Vehicle information is based offstandard equipment and may vary from vehicle to vehicle. Call or email for complete vehicle specific information. New VehiclePhotos are for illustrative purposes only. European or American model might be shown. Some items, such as wheels, may beunavailable on some trim levels when vehicle is built or may not be available in Canada.Base MSRP is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price and excludes taxes, license, insurance, registration,and any dealer or other charges, where applicable.Environmental or related levies and taxes may vary by jurisdiction. Dealer may sell for less.Fuel consumption figures are estimates based on Natural Resources Canada's approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the 2014 Fuel Consumption Guide for Natural Resources Canada's estimated fuel consumption figures. Actual fuel consumption may vary based on driving conditions, driver habits and vehicle's additional equipment.


text:
Fotoshoot für Kitzsteinhorn Mellow Park
29. January 2010
8th Red Bull Nanshan Open
15. January 2010
360 degree panorama
16. December 2009
Neue Snowparks für die Hohe Wand Wiese/Wien, Wagrain, Lofer, Fieberbrunn, St. Johann i.Tirol und Bergeralm/Steinach
09. December 2009
29. July 2013
3D Visualization
Photorealistic snowparks & slopes
Mellow Constructions offers only top 3D visuals for their clients.
The benefits are huge. It can not only be used as an obejctive key role for investors, but also as a state to the art presentation for partners & target group.


text:
Q. Where would I find a journal (peer-reviewed) article relating to characteristics that promote family engagement?
For peer-reviewed journals, you should try looking at the Library databases on the Find Articles & Databases page (If you are off campus, you will need to enter your Library Number from your Baker ID).
Databases under the Social Sciences/Social Issues/Human Services heading will be especially helpful. Specifically,
Try using keywords for your search such as "family engagement"; make sure that you have selected "peer-reviewed publications" (for Infotrac databases) or "scholarly journals" (for ProQuest Psychology Journals) so that all of your search results will only be from peer-reviewed publications.
Thank you for using ASK US. For more information contact your campus librarians.
FAQ Actions
Was this helpful? 0 0


text:
Sorry for the lack of updates. My life has been much less dramatic of late which is actually really nice. I decided to update you now so that I can secretly skyve off work.
I haven't heard from Matthew since he left which is really good. I haven't thought about him since now.
Enrique is still a friend with benefits. We have our moments but for the most part we're best friends. We date other people and we even talk about the people we date. I'm so proud of our maturity when handling our pretty complicated relationship.
Onto the title of my post... I've been dating and juggling since the ex. All of my recent "relationships" have lasted no more than around 3 dates. I just haven't felt that "spark" with anyone. You know, that feeling you get when you realize you want to know everything about that person as well as have passionate sex with them over and over again? My dates involve getting to know one another and then some good sex. Unfortunately not all of the sex is good nor is all the conversation but whatever. Most of my dates have been acquaintances from the gym. I only just joined it to tone up my body. I hardly have time to eat with work which is how I keep svelte but I still feel flabby in places. I've been approached in the gym many a time so I've gone on dates with men from the gym many a time. Luckily most guys who work out are of the womanizer variety thus there's no awkwardness when we see each other when we stop dating. I love it when guys think the same about the relationship.. it saves any messiness afterwards.
I have a personal trainer to get myself motivated. He's the hottest trainer there of course and we flirt now and again but always in a professional manner. I wonder if he does home visits?
Kisses, V.V.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
The Gym Should Replace Dating Agencies
Sorry for the lack of updates. My life has been much less dramatic of late which is actually really nice. I decided to update you now so that I can secretly skyve off work.
Posted by Venus Valentine at 3:47 PM 0 comments Links to this post


text:
Home » Electronics » Camera Accessories
a few weeks ago
CCTV CAMERA SUPPLIERS IN AHMEDABD.WE DEAL WITH MULTI BRANDS OF CCTV CAMERA. (VISION0401) (Anchorage)
Call Now: 9662288752
Professional grade, high technology home & business security camera, CCTV camera, retail security camera. We are engaged in offering an extensive range of Outdoor CCTV Camera to a wide number of patrons.More information contact on 96622 88752.(VISION0401)


text:
- Club Mod
"Blue (Eliphino remix)"
0:000:00Via SoundCloud
Back to home
The next release on Modular's Club Mod imprint is a new EP from Australian house duo Naysayer & Gilsun, All That Good Work. The release features the title track and "Blue", along with respective remixes by John Roberts and this intense, jacking re-work courtesy of London producer Eliphino. The EP's out September 9.


text:
Am an early riser today! Woke up at 5 and went out to, well, start my year right. Went south bound and submitted my requirements to 2 tertiary hospitals. I kinda got fed up with this routine last year after my 3-month training at Air Force. But this time, I ain't giving up. I know I have been thinking lately of shifting to another field for the meantime and ditch the nursing path. I am still considering it though. But I told to myself that if ever I will find the guts to do that, I would only do something that I AM IN LOVE WITH. Which is somewhere in the field of arts, entertainment, music, media, fashion, journalism and the like. Oh yes, these are JUST a few of my frustrations in life. FYI: Masscom was my 3rd choice of course when I was in college (next to Nursing and Physical Therapy). If only PLM offers Photography or Conservatory of Music, they most likely might have won me over!
But last night, I realized that I still want to pursue the profession I have chosen. Yeah, it gets tougher every year cause technically, the number of (unemployed) nurses in the country is insanely increasing while the number of job offers, in a hospital setting that is, is unfortunately heading the other way around. I guess it's still "survival of the fittest" after all.
Yes, I'm keeping my fingers cross this time. Hopefully praying for a callback this month. Simultaneously, I will follow up my applications to past hospitals that I have submitted my requirements to last year. Here's to the fighting spirit!
If there's one thing that I would really want this year, it is to land a job (and hopefully still in the field of my profession) with proper compensation and benefits. Yes I am fed up with what they call "training" which is roughly a very cliche' euphemism of EXPLOITATION.
So for now, all that's left to do is wait, hope and pray. I know something good awaits me this year. I just have to believe. Like what they usually say, "It's the law of attraction!"
I WILL BECOME A NURSE THIS YEAR. I WILL BECOME A PROPERLY COMPENSATED PROFESSIONAL NURSE and I'm sticking to it! I shit you not! :)
For now, here's a picture of me in white uniform back when I was still in hospital "training" (Law of attraction, baby! hihi). Nothing beats a genuine smile of a tired, exploited BUT happy nurse! :D


text:
It was depressing to read in this morning's papers that there is now but one person classified as a traditional owner of the land which contains the Koongarra uranium deposit in the Northern Territory. When I started working for the grand father of that sole survivor we would have 40 or 50 people at meetings under the trees considering whether they wanted mining on their land. And mining they certainly did want despite the desperate efforts of do-gooder environment groups to stop them exercising their right to determine their own future.
Unfortunately for those now departed after a life of abject poverty, Labor Governments stuck to their absurd three mines policy and the mine that would have delivered the traditional owners a taste of economic security was vetoed. Unfortunately the arrival of the Howard Government coincided with a low point in uranium prices so there was no pressure to give belated approval. Not that the environmental groups stopped agitating. The traditional owners decided that they did not want to mine after all and for the last five years the owners of the mining rights have been prohibited from negotiating with them.
With the five years having expired the Australian Conservation Foundation wants laws changed to stop mining companies ever re-approaching traditional owners after they have rejected a mining proposal. It is an amazing double standard from a group that for all those years would never take yes for an answer from an Aborigine.


text:
How big is the us deficit
Why become a member?
Australia's economy is not a market so much as it is a spaghetti bowl of vested interests, tax distortions and imbalances. In such a context, only a hard-nosed and independent economic and market analysis will deliver you an investment edge. Macrobusiness daily analysis is cleansed of the biases that dominate this system.
Why would you listen to us?
David Llewellyn-Smith is the founding publisher and former editor-in-chief of The Diplomat. the Asia Pacific's leading source of geo-political and economic analysis. He is also the co-author of The Great Crash of 2008 with Ross Garnaut and a former trader.
Leith van Onselen has previously worked as an economist at the Australian Treasury, Victorian Treasury and Goldman Sachs.
Both specialise in the Australian economy and markets and provide research and advice to a range of global and local hedge funds and money managers, as well as the smarter parts of the Australian and New Zealand governments.
Why shouldn't you benefit as well?
What do you get as a member?
Full site access daily, plus monthly special reports. The latter includes deep-dives into asset allocation and sectoral analysis, as well as capital city housing markets, the Australian dollar and other special issues that impact upon the economy. Recent reports have included prospects for Sydney and Melbourne property, as well as share markets in a post-QE world and a detailed assessment of the impact of the iron ore price crash on the economy. See here for the full list.
What will it cost?
An annual Australian Financial Review subscription will cost you $780 per annum and give you yesterday's news spun by rent-seekers.
The membership fee for full access to the MacroBusiness site is $149 per annum. It's the most current, objective and insightful investment and business media in Australia, and the best value!
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on RedditSource: www.macrobusiness.com.au
Category: Bank
Similar articles:
Federal budget 2015: Australia needs a stimulatory, deficit-cutting budget
Why Everyone Has Attention Deficit Disorder, and Why It is Illegal To Cure
The Budget Deficit, the Current Account Deficit and the Saving Deficit
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Symptoms
Causes of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD)


text:
India and Italy are in the midst of a diplomatic row after Rome reneged on its commitment to send back its two naval guards facing trial for allegedly killing two Indian fishermen off Kerala coast.
The European Union has said it hoped for a "common solution" to the dispute between India and Italy over Rome's decision not to return the naval guards who are facing trial in New Delhi for killing two Indian fishermen.
"The EU is taking note of the disputes between India and Italy and continues to hope that a common solution can be reached through negotiation," Catherine Ashton, a spokesperson for EU foreign affairs representative, was quoted as saying by Italian newspaper Gazzetta del Sud on Friday.
India and Italy are in the midst of a diplomatic row after Rome reneged on its commitment to send back its two naval guards, who were allowed by the Supreme Court on February 22 to go to Italy for four weeks for voting in election.
India is in the process of downgrading its diplomatic ties and decided not to post the ambassador-designate to Rome who was to assume the charge by next week.
The Indian government had this week announced decision to initiate review of entire gamut of relations with Italy which includes diplomatic, trade and defence ties apart from reaching out to the European Union, which was briefed on India's views and position in the matter.
The naval guards face trial in a special Indian court for shooting and killing two Indian fisherman — Jelestine Valentine and Ajesh Binki — while guarding an Italian oil tanker off the coast of Kerala last February.
The Italian government claims India does not have jurisdiction in the case as the incident took place in international waters.


text:
Good news for chocaholics: Numerous scientific studies have now demonstrated just how healthy chocolate can be. It's important to remember however that it's the cacao in chocolate that has the benefits. While chocolate has often been given a bad rap and associated with weight gain and unhealthy lifestyle, the real reason for this is actually not the cacao at all but is the high sugar content of some chocolate products. Cacao is highly nutritious. The darker the chocolate (i.e. the higher the cacao content), the lower it typically is in sugar and the healthier it is for you.
Below are 7 reasons, backed by scientific research, why chocolate may be good for you:
#1: Chocolate Is Heart-Healthy
The cocoa/cacao bean is an extremely rich source of many essential minerals, including magnesium, copper, potassium and iron. Most of these minerals may affect vascular health and function, improving cocoa's nutritional effects. Studies published in 2012 and 2014 have demonstrated that consuming dark chocolate helps improve blood circulation by dilating the blood vessels as well as reducing the risk for heart failure and improving blood pressure – all positives in keeping a healthy heart. [1][2]
#2: Chocolate Can Actually Help You Lose Weight
Another myth debunked by science! Chocolate does not cause weight gain and strangely, it may even help you shed those unwanted pounds. Gaining weight is associated with control problems, and interestingly chocolate has been demonstrated by scientific research to improve control in the long-term, with periodic consumption of chocolate while a person is on a diet. Think of it as positive reinforcement. This technique has been found to contribute to better weight loss and maintenance. [3]
#3: Chocolate May Reduce Diabetic Risk
One of the biggest no-no's in managing diabetes is sweets. Chocolate consumption has however been shown to be inversely related to diabetic risk, as well as having the ability to improve tissue health and reduce oxidative stress caused by high blood sugar levels. [4] According to a 2011 review of studies of chocolate and human health, the antioxidant effects of the cocoa components may beneficially influence insulin resistance and in turn reduce the risk for diabetes. [5]
#4: Chocolate Can Improve Your Skin
It is not a well-known fact that chocolate isn't the culprit when it comes to breakouts. Pimples and zits are caused by your skin producing too much sebum, which can be attributed to hormonal imbalance. The phenolic, flavonoid and total antioxidant capacities of cocoa have been found to be higher than that of other phytochemical-rich foods. A study in 2014 actually revealed that cacao's bioactive compounds can protect your skin and make it look smoother, younger, and healthier. [6]
#5: Chocolate Is Mood Enhancing
In 1996, researchers discovered a substance called anandamide in chocolate. They also detected the presence of two substances that might mimic the effects of anandamide, N-oleoylethanolamine and N-linoleoylethanolamine. [7] Anandamide is actually a mild euphoriant. Increasing the brain's anandamide levels is thought possibly able to help anxiety and depression. It's also possible that anandamide may play a role in pain suppression, though the mechanism for this appears not to be fully understood yet. [8]
#6: Dark Chocolate Can Be Used As A Cough Suppressant
According to a trial lead by Imperial College London, dark chocolate can be used as a cough suppressant. The theobromine compound found in chocolate is able to effective soothe persistent coughing. [9] This supports the idea that chocolate can be used to manage cough in people with chronic respiratory problems like lung cancer.
#7: Chocolate Can Improve Memory And Alertness
Chocolate is rich in flavonoids, which are potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory substances. Not only can flavonoids help improve cardiovascular health, they also have very positive impacts on neurological health, boosting your mood, memory and alertness. The next time you take a study break, try to eat a piece of chocolate! [10] Raw cacao also make an excellent snack for a road trip as it may contribute to alertness without the "caffeine crash".
Further Tips:
For the best possible results, you could skip the sugar entirely and head straight for raw cacao, which although regarded as a "superfood" is surprisingly bitter and strong tasting. You could add raw cacao nibs to other foods – have you tried them with banana, ice creams or breakfast cereals? Really good. Next best thing could be a high quality organic dark chocolate with a high cacao percentage (85%+). Or, you can even learn how to make your own amazing organic raw chocolates using healthier natural sweeteners.
[1] Petrone, A., Gaziano, J. & Djousse, L. (2014). Chocolate consumption and risk of heart failure in the Physicians' Health Study. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25311633
[2] Monahan, K. (2012). Effect of cocoa/chocolate ingestion on brachial artery flow-mediated dilation and its relevance to cardiovascular health and disease in humans. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22425756
[3] Kroese, F., Evers, C., & De Ridder, D. (2009). How chocolate keeps you slim. The effect of food temptations on weight watching goal importance, intentions, and eating behavior. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19666065
[4] Mellor, D., et. al. (2013). High-polyphenol chocolate reduces endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress during acute transient hyperglycaemia in Type 2 diabetes: a pilot randomized controlled trial. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23039340
[5] Katz DL, Doughty K, Ali A. Cocoa and chocolate in human health and disease (2011). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21470061/
[6] Scapaginini, G., et. al. (2014). Cocoa bioactive compounds: significance and potential for the maintenance of skin health. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25116848
[7] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anandamide
[8] Clapper JR et. al., Anandamide suppresses pain initiation through a peripheral endocannabinoid mechanism. (2010) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20852626
[9] BBC News (2004). Chocolate could be cough medicine. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4032585.stm
[10] Sokolov, A., et. al. (2013). Chocolate and the brain: neurobiological impact of cocoa flavanols on cognition and behavior. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23810791
Refferal: http://www.herbs-info.com/blog/7-astonishing-reasons-why-eating-chocolate-is-good-for-you/