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Regardless of our role in an organization, I suspect that just about everyone has experienced times when in their own personal life journey they are confronted with the realization that they don't like who they have `to be' in order to be successful in their current organization.
This week I found myself in a number of conversations in which there was a recurring theme - the individuals were asking `how do I find an organization that is aligned with my values, where I can engage in work that is meaningful to me and is personally satisfying, and where I can make a difference?' In each case the individual was well educated and highly skilled in their chosen profession. They wanted to do more than practice their skills, they wanted to make a difference and were frustrated by the systems in which they found themselves working. They were experiencing organizational - personal dissonance.
I have been in that place of dissonance and for me the ultimate outcome was that I left the organization – preferring to give up the security of organizational life for consulting and contract work where I could work with people I enjoyed, doing work that I was passionate about, and doing work in a way that was aligned with my values.
Organizations today cannot afford to lose employees who want to bring more than just their technical competencies to the workplace. People will join an organization that allows them to use their technical skills, but they will leave organizations that do not allow them to engage their areas of passionate interest – including their emotional, relational, and spiritual passions. How many organizations do you know that view their people as `talent to be managed' or as `discrete skill sets' to be plugged into an organizational need rather than as whole and integrated individual with hopes, dreams and needs for making a difference.
In my conversations this week I heard expressed both passion and frustration. There was an understanding of the need for their organization to make money and to balance their budgets – but there was a sense that their organizations were falling short of their responsibility to make positive contributions to their communities and the clients that they served – and that making money and balancing budgets did not have to be at odds with the social responsibility of the organization to people and communities.
I don't believe that there is a perfect organization out there – all organizations are challenged to balance the often competing agendas required to be a sustainable organization. That many organizations have remained focused on the financial bottom line to the neglect of engaging the creativity and passions of their employees' is a reality. However as organizations seek to hold a competitive niche in the marketplace and retain highly skilled staff, engaging staff and fostering creative and innovative thinking is the organizational leadership challenge of the day. Creating a workplace that values the passions of staff will require leadership that appreciates diversity in perspectives, can be inclusive of all that individuals bring to the workplace (and not just their technical skills), can leverage differences to foster creative solutions to organizational and societal problems, and thus improve organizational effectiveness.
As leaders, how are we challenging and developing our own leadership to lead from a place of valuing diversity, leveraging differences, and practicing inclusivity. Do I as a leader not also have a responsibility to examine my leadership paradigm and decide whether or not I need to shift my view of leadership as being centered in positional authority, hierarchy, and control and move towards one that values interconnectedness, creativity, and wholeness? Can I choose to lead so that my organization becomes the organization that I want to be a part of?
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Personal - Organizational Dissonance
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By Robert W. Wendover, The Center for Generational Studies
In the past several years, I've heard countless employers complain that the Millennial generation struggles with making decisions. While this perception is may be unfair, the constant "checking in" they are known for contributes to this belief. One source of this behavior is the difference between what I call "book smarts" and "work smarts." For most college graduates, the road to a full-time professional job has consisted of 16 years of formal schooling. They've learned to study, take notes, write papers, take texts and work on small group projects. The ones with the highest grades got this down to a science. But decisions on the job are far different than those in the classroom.
One of the elements missing for many Millennials has been the experience of working in the marketplace. Those in past generations found themselves working one or more jobs while in high school and college. These positions ranged from delivering newspapers and waiting tables, to mowing lawns and working in factories. While these jobs weren't glamorous, they provided two things, spending money and experience in what it takes to navigate the work world. Sadly, many of these jobs have disappeared due to technology or assumed by older individuals trying to support a family on these traditionally part-time or seasonal positions.
The result is a generation of college students largely lacking in work smarts. I've had more than one manager lament that many new professionals don't know what work "looks like." When they enter the marketplace, they possess the academic skills but not the experience in discernment and problem solving required to thrive in the uncertainty of everyday business. So what can you do to help these emerging professionals adapt? Here are the five keys for doing so:
#1. Help them understand the context. Ask most Millennials to explain their employer's business model and they'll be at a loss for words. If you teach someone the big picture, they will naturally look for ways to solve the problems around them. Explain the larger context from the first day on the job. When young contributors see how their work affects the whole, they will begin to troubleshoot and solve problems on their own.
#2. Share your experiences. The experience of trial and error marries book smarts to work. Every well-placed example helps emerging professionals understand and accept that all decisions are based on judgment and calculated risk. When they understand that you've been willing to fail in order to succeed, they will be emboldened to do the same.
#3. Compel them to make judgments and decisions. The potential consequences of a business decision can be intimidating. But at some point, a decision has made. Provide a strategy for making these choices. Help Millennials consider the options and possible outcomes. Have a heart-to-heart talk with them. Whatever you do, compel them to act.
#4. Process what goes right and wrong. Millennials lead the pack when it comes to impatience. There is great value, however, in taking time to consider the outcomes of decisions made. Make it an expectation that decisions of substance be discussed. What went right? What could have gone better? What's going well? What can be improved? What specific steps can be taken? What does success look like?
#5. Celebrate the good outcomes and commiserate about the bad. It is human nature to remember more of the failures than the successes. Take time to consider both with your people. Failure inhibits the urge to take future action. Success sometimes emboldens carelessness. An effective decision maker maintains a balance between the two. This comes through discussion, reflection and experience. Little will build the confidence of Millennials more than knowing that you're in their corner when making decisions, regardless of the outcomes.
Robert W. Wendover is Director of the Center for Generational Studies and author of the award-winning book, Figure It Out! Making Smart Decisions in a Dumbed-Down World. Contact him at firstname.lastname@example.com

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CEDIA Joins Integrate EXPO for Australia Tradeshow
CEDIA has partnered with Diversified Exhibitions to offer the electronic systems professional industry a new tradeshow offering in Australia, combining CEDIA EXPO and Integrate EXPO into one event.
"Collectively, CEDIA members have been expressing their vote in favor for both organizations to unite," said executive director Stephen Miller of CEDIA Asia Pacific. "This partnership sets the stage in furthering the growth of the electronic systems industry in Asia Pacific and making the show the largest in the region."
"The importance of partnerships like this in the globalization of services to the industry for CEDIA is vital," said CEDIA Asia Pacific chairman, Len Wallis. "We exist for our members, because of our members. This partnership opens the door to continued cooperation across the region."
According to the CEDIA Asia Pacific EXPO Chair Alexis Caldwell, "This is a huge benefit to the entire industry and will be known as "The Show" to attend as it will provide a single platform for the professional, residential and commercial market."
CEDIA EXPO Asia Pacific 2013 originally scheduled for July in the Gold Coast will now be part of Integrate EXPO scheduled for August 27-29 in Darling Harbour, Australia at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre. Additional details about the partnership will be released in the coming months.


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An 80's television show that is more known for nostalgia and mullet rather than good content is now coming to the big screen. Yup, New Line Cinema just announced that they are turning 'MacGyver' into a movie. For some reason those awful MacGruber skits on SNL have made them think that the world wants MacGyver to come to theaters. Is it too early for an April Fool's Joke because this is the studios quote in regards to this (not kidding):
"We think we're a stick of chewing gum, a paper clip and an A-list writer away from a global franchise," said New Line's Richard Brener, who will oversee with Sam Brown and Walter Hamada.
No word yet on when 'Blossom' or 'The Misfits of Science' will be coming.
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Thursday, April 7, 2011
this post on apartment therapy the kitchn is to make steel cut oats once a week and then reheat them through-out the week. seems like a pretty good idea. you can add your own fruit, cinnamon, brown sugar, nuts, anything you want!
i don't own a microwave in the apartment but i could use this when I go to work and even just bring everything on monday morning and enjoy a hot breakfast for the rest of the week.
seems pretty easy actually.
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ew i know that pic is supposed to make oatmeal seem magical and rustic, but somehow when it's in a mason jar it looks like some infected medical sample, like someone got their ovarian cyst drained. Also, i don't understand how that small amount of oatmeal could sustain a human. I am cooking my oats right now (all day, every day) and then I have TWO bonus breakfasts before noon. how do you not eat? p.s. i had a dream leanne had a blog....and we were excited because it was no longer in her head. okay, this should have been an email, whatever!
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Colorado College at No. 25 Colorado
WHEN: Sunday, 3:30 p.m., Prentup Field.
BROADCAST: Live stream available at Pac-12 Plus.
RECORDS: Colorado College 0-1-0; CU Buffs 0-0-1.
NOTABLE: The Buffs haven't gone without a win in the first two games of any season since 2008...Colorado College opened the season Friday with a 3-1 loss at home against Northern Colorado...CU is 8-2-1 all-time against the Tigers. The Buffs lost the first two meetings in 1996 and 1997 but have gone 8-0-1 since.
A moment early in the second half of Friday's season-opening scoreless draw at Colorado State exemplified the close-but-not-quite debut for the Colorado Buffaloes' offense.
Sophomore midfielder Taylor Kornieck, who earlier in the week noted she had been linking well with Libby Geraghty during the preseason, very nearly connected with the freshman via a long lead pass. Geraghty, cutting through the CSU penalty box, just missed getting her foot on the ball for what could very well have been her first collegiate goal.
Instead the Buffs settled for a draw and Geraghty was injured during the first overtime, leaving her status for Sunday's home opener, and possibly beyond, in question. CU will look to post its first victory of the 2017 season against Colorado College at 3:30 p.m. at Prentup Field.
"We have to find moments to go and moments to be patient. I thought we rushed it a little bit (at CSU)," head coach Danny Sanchez said. "With another pass, another link, we could've gotten a better opportunity for a goal."
Sunday's home opener marks the start of a run five consecutive home games for the Buffs, a stretch that continues next weekend against TCU and UC Riverside. By the end of the first two weekends of the regular season the Buffs will have played four games in 10 days.
"It's just about recovery," Sanchez said. "Colorado College had a tough game in the heat (Friday), so we just have to bounce back and get treatment (Saturday) and come back Sunday in front of a home crowd."
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Halloween 2008 London Style!
This year it came down to the LAST minute, I was pretty sad when I didn't think I was going to end up dressing up or having Halloween plans. But never fear, my friend came through with two parties, and my boss just happened to have devil horns, light up red wings, and a wand laying around! I knew I had to get it together when a German guy was texting me "come on Ashley, if the German is dressing up the AMERICAN girl has to!"
Next thing I knew I'd rushed around picking up costume supplies and taken the tube to Oval (South London). Party #1 was great, lots of good food, cute decorations and crazy costumes. After a bit we hopped on the tube and headed north, time for party #2. This one was way far North, probably the farthest north I've been actually. The tube ride there was quite interesting, we sat with a few Gladiators who had to use their swords to cover their…since their skirts weren't really cutting it. Turns out there are a couple Kentish Town tubes…one west one regular and we of course were at the wrong one! We hopped in a cab because a fake cop and little devil really shouldn't be roaming around lost too far in the cold.
It turned out to be a great evening; and according to a friend, we went farther in one night than she's been in London in a year!
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Danielle Jacobo and Jackson Brock give their thoughts on Justice League!
Synopsis- Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman's selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy.
Full thoughts- Justice League falls in the middle of the of DCEU's chaotic incoherent universe. Zack Snyder's most recent attempt in tying together this team of iconic superheroes falls flat with a dull, forced performance from Ben Affleck, an awkward desperate shot at humor from Ezra Miller, a child-like performance from recently defamed Jason Mamoa, a forgettable attempt from whoever plays Cyborg and a decent performance from real like Wonder Woman, Gal Gadot. Justice League debuted an embarrassing CG rendition of D.C. Comic villain, Steppanwolf whose motives, powers and storyline are extremely underwhelming although about what I anticipated based off of the films marketing and teasers. The "team" fails to ever truly "unite," as the marketing campaign lead the audience to believe they would. Instead, they fight either among themselves, or one on one against Steppanwolf. Superman finally finds his charm but unfortunately at a point that is too late to have lasting satisfaction or an emotional response from the average audience member. Also, have you seen Supermans' CGI mustache?! Oh my gosh. Why would they think that is a good idea at all. At this point, the DCEU needs to start fresh. Let go of everyone except Gal Gadot and move forward. I truly believe that is the only way to save this franchise.


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FISD announced this week there will be no school Monday, April 3. They will be holding a District-wide Staff Development.
Although there will be no school on April 3 there are still scheduled events. The FHS Golf team will be at the District Golf Tournament at Meadowbrook Golf Course. JV Baseball will play Texico here at 5 p.m. AND St. Teresa's Catholic Church will celebrate the Senior Class at their annual Senior Banquet, which will start at 6:30 p.m.
Speaking of the Senior Class they will be serving up delicious steaks and all the fixings on Sunday, April 2 at the Junior High Cafeteria. Tickets are available from any Class of 2017 Senior or their parents. Tickets are $15 in advance and $16 at the door.
Thank you to the Parmer County Livestock Show Board for inviting me to their meeting last Thursday. They served up yummy barbecue beef sandwiches with all the fixings. They met to honor JeDon Gallman for his years of service to the board and working with the livestock showmen.
Got news last week that Adrienne Osborn Vasquez had sold Main Street Market in Hereford to Judy and Kyle Shelton. The sale was made in January after Adrienne got the opportunity to work closer to home and spend more time with her family. She says the Shelton's are wonderful people that have a vision for the shop.
It was brought to our attention that former Chamber President Gayla Quillen had served in that capacity for three years. Gayla is the administrator at Parmer Medical Center. Gayla, thank you for your service to the chamber and the community!
Last weekend was a busy one for the Friona sporting community. The Chieftain Relays were held Thursday (FJHS) and Friday (FHS). Plenty of jumping, running and throwing to be seen. The action continued on Saturday with the Chieftains taking on Muleshoe. The Chiefs beat the Mules 18-11. Moreover, to top the weekend, the FHS Powerlifters had Mario Hernandez and Luis Trejo advance to state competition by being named Regional Champions at the Regional Meet in Sundown. Congratulations to all the athletes!
If you are looking for a short getaway, you might attend the New Mexico Ag Expo March 24-25 in Portales. It looks like they are packing these two days with many educational and enjoyable activities. Check out the schedule in their ad next week in the Star.
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We received the following announcement from the Ambulance Steering Committee: The ambulance steering committee met this week and is happy to report that progress is being made not only on the purchase of a new ambulance but also on the repair of the wrecked ambulance. The application for a grant to fund the purchase of a new ambulance has been completed and faxed to the funding source. The city officials and EMT personnel last week tried out a demo model of an ambulance, and they were pleased with its features. The wrecked ambulance was moved to the City Body Shop in Friona and is already receiving attention to its repairs. The committee appreciates the offers of financial support from community members and the positive comments that we have received.
Noel and Laura (Ellis) Garcia were in town this week. They were cleaning Carol's house and while doing some sorting they ran across some very interesting items. One of those items was a diploma for Herschel W. Johnson from 1934. Inside the sheepskin were not only the diploma but pictures and articles concerning Herschel and his wife Edith.
I had to do some detective work and found out Herschel was Joe Bob Johnson's father. With a lot of help from Dusty Hansard and Darla Bracken, we found the rightful owners of this wonderful memorabilia.
Rick White announced at the City Council meeting on Monday that he plans to retire after 40 years from Cargill Meat Solutions. His final day is May 31. Awesome job, Rick!
Happy 32nd Anniversary to Doug and Ann Kelley! Congratulations Doug & Ann!!
We were informed that the FHS One Act Play-Anatomy of Gray won alternate at District competition. Lydia Alexander was named to the All-Star cast and Drew Montana was named Honorable Mention. Congratulations Thespians!
Katie Gilley came by the office with one of her delicious cheesecake creations. This one was a Coconut Cheesecake and it one of the best cheesecakes I have ever had. Great Job, Katie!
Crystal Moroney at Milk House Market announced that she has a special section of her store for those that are expecting babies. She has a good selection of cute clothing and sweet toys for those new arrivals. Come by and check it out.
Thank you to Bluebonnet Home Health for the informative meeting concerning Adult Protective Services. APS Supervisor Susan Hammett gave a very interesting talk about what APS goes through to investigate and help those elderly and adults with disabilities that are being abused, neglected, financially exploited or isolated. Thank you to Rhonda Sanders and Bluebonnet presenting this timely program to the community.
Well, one more busy week down. Remember to give us a call with your Town Talk news.
Have a great weekend and a productive next week!
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Bianca can do nothing but watch in horror as her friend collapses and dies in front of her. She was a young woman in good health. Could Bianca's herbal tea she'd shared with her be the cause?
This story is set in London in the 16th century. The author does a very good job of getting the atmosphere of the period in place. It's not a pleasant place for those who are short on money. Those with money tend to use other people to enhance their place in society. There are those who live on the streets, those who man carts to try to earn some money, rat catchers who eat their catch, muckrakers, prostitutes, and more on these streets. When someone dies in an alchemist's house, there's no need to look further. Bianca is the murderer, of course.
The author has made Bianca a complicated character. She's so into the chemistry of herbs and trying to create salves for healing that she ignores her love. She's not politically correct, so the constable is more than willing to hang her for the murder. No one is going to save her except herself. John is willing to help, but she won't let him. She's going to regret that.
Trouble from the past is tied into this murder. Ms. Lawrence has done a good job of showing the underhanded dealings of the merchants as well as generally showing the nature of the folk living on the poor side of town. You can feel the darkness and hopelessness that abounds in the shadows. It's a dangerous place at night and even in the day.
This story is not for the weak of heart. There are some ugly truths here and justice does prevail, even if it is administered by God and not by the law. Ms. Lawrence's story will stay in my mind for a while, as I chew over the details. If you read it, you won't forget it.
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Easton to join John Hopkins on ePayMe Yamaha
Tommy Hill announced on Sunday that the first rider to be added to his new THM ePayMe Yamaha team was his 2011 rival John Hopkins, and the line-up was completed today with Stuart Easton being announced as his teammate. Easton sadly missed out on the final few rounds of the MCE BSB season despite his best efforts to return to protect his place in the showdown. It was one of his best seasons on record, however, bagging a win at Oulton Park and finishing on the podium on three other occasions.
The Scot celebrated his most recent Supersport title victory on a Yamaha and will be hoping to strive to do the same again in 2016 after a winter of recovery and recuperation.
The former PBM Kawasaki rider said: "I was unlucky to have ended this season with the injury, but I feel confident about next season and the new challenge. Lots of people say you are as good as your last race and the last races I did when I was fully fit before my crash and was subsequently injured, I finished in second place twice at Knockhill so that bodes well! I feel like this season I have been riding as well as I have ever done and so next year is another big opportunity for me and I feel that myself, Hopper and Tommy all have points to prove on different levels and we can't wait to get started."
Team owner Tommy Hill has chosen two riders with whom he has history with, former rival John Hopkins and former teammate Stuart Easton which will prove interesting in 2016. Here at MCE Insurance we wish Easton the best with his recovery and a strong start to the season on the Yamaha!
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Hello Humans!!!
Many of you might not know this but in my other non-Disney life (Wait…that exists? That's news to me!), I am a freelance fashion and lifestyle blogger! I create lots of fun outfits and collect best beauty items for today's trends on another website. So today, I decided to mix my loves of fashion, beauty, and Disney in order to show you some travel outfits for your trip to Walt Disney World.
You know when you're hopping on a plane or into the car for a long travel day and all you want is to be comfortable? You don't really care what you look like, especially if you're waking up at 5 AM, but you still want to have a little fun with your outfit? I 100% understand what you're going through! You are heading to the most magical and pixie dusted place on Earth, after all, and you want your style to match your emotions!
That's where these outfits come in! They require very basic closet staples with a little bit of Disney magic. Whether you follow these outfits to a tee or mix them up with your own special flair is up to you. They're inspired by the leader of the club (that's made for you and me…M-I-C-K-E-Y…), princesses, and are filled with sparkles and pearls galore! What could be better?
I am ALL about maximum comfort on a long plane ride! Leggings are where it's at for me, no matter what time of year. I love tossing on a huge cotton Disney Parks t-shirt. Depending on the colors in the shirt-I have everything from lime green to hot pink-I'll add a sweater in a complimentary color. We all know how cool the cabins can be-even on the way to the Sunshine State. I am a pearls girl all the way, and since I was partially raised in the South, bows will be a forever staple in my hair. Adding a swipe of a bright lip color will have you feeling ready to have a fun time with Mickey and the gang!
This outfit combines comfort, ease, and class-what could be better than that! I love classic color combinations. I especially love mixing colors of denim. White denim shorts, black tanks, and jean jackets are always a go-to outfit for me during the summer. Disney watches are just the cutest, plus they're totally functional pieces of jewelry. Investing in a nice one at the parks is always a fun idea. I just love picking up at least one piece of Disney jewelry per trip. The addition of a classic black cap will keep any potentially messy hair at bay and will help keep the harsh sun rays out of your eyes. Finally, with a few generous coats of mascara, you'll be ready to transition from the plane to the park in no time!
This outfit is SO me. I was totally feeling Aurora vibes when creating this one. A t-shirt dress is a classic summer staple everyone should think about having in their closet. I have a grey sweater just like the one in the picture that is lightweight and breezy for summer. It would be great to toss on over a t-shirt dress of any color. Matching a cute nail polish (I always go for baby pinks and more natural tones) to the color of your dress is the perfect way to keep a theme of the outfit. Mickey crystal studs and basic white trainers are the best way to top off any Disney inspired outfit. Who says princesses can't rock sneakers?!
Tell me…Which Disney inspired travel outfit do you love the most? Are you planning on recreating any for your next trip to a Disney Park? Comment below or tweet me!
Have a fabulous Friday and an even more fabulous weekend,
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- Genera: Muraena, Gymnotus, Trichiurus, Anarrhichas, Ammodytes, Ophidium, Stromateus, Xiphias.
- ELECTRIC EEL (Gymnotus electricus), a member of the family of fishes known as Gymnotidae.
- They resemble the latter in the elongation of the body, the large number of vertebrae (240 in Gymnotus), and the absence of pelvic fins; but they differ in all the more important characters of internal structure.
- Gymnotus is the only genus of - the family which possesses electric organs.
- The maximum shock is given when the head and tail of the Gymnotus are in contact with different points in the surface of some other animal.
- Gymnotus electricus attains a length of 3 ft.
- The power of giving electric shocks has been discovered also in the Gymnotus electricus (electric eel), the Malapterurus electricus, the Trichiurus electricus, and the Tetraodon electricus.
- The most interesting and the best known of these singular fishes is the Gymnotus or Surinam eel.


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April 12, 2017, 6:30 PM
Cambria Rabobank, 1070 Main Street
A Quorum was established by the attendance of directors Crosby and Laura Swartz, Connie Gannon, JoEllen Butler, and Christine Heinrichs. Harry Farmer, CCSD liaison, Nancy Anderson of Greenspace and Beautify Cambria Association, Tony Church of NCAC, Bruce Fosdike of Cambria Fire Safe Focus Group, Gordon Heinrichs, and Kathe Tanner of The Cambrian also attended.
Public Comment and Questions: Bruce Fosdike presented the letter sent to him by PGE regarding his refusal to consent to tree trimming on his property. He will pursue the issue with PGE and Davey Tree personnel and report back.
Minutes of March Meeting approved as amended.
Treasurer's Report: $3,208.76, including the remainder of one Cambria Community Council grant, $215.91, and the entire amount of the second, $750. CPA Lynn Singer, who has signed off on tax reports in the past, has raised her fee from $50 to $135. Records are submitted to her for 2016. The directors can discuss whether this expense is needed in future.
Sub-Committee Reports
CFC Directors Mailing List: Crosby will share with Christine to invite past participants to return to the Forest Committee.
Invasive Weed Guide Comments: Christine will print a hard copy for Crosby and Laura. Designer Don Ambriz will be consulted for an estimate of costs. Other funding sources such as the county Fire Safe Council and the Weed Management Authority can be approached if the $750 grant is not adequate.
County Permit Referral Packages: Crosby is still not receiving the packages. He will contact county Senior Planner Airlin Singewald and Planner II Brandi Cummings.
Forest Management
Sudden Oak Death Survey Training: will be held on:
Thursday May 11 from 1pm to 4pm at SLO County Department of Agriculture, 2156 Sierra Way, San Luis Obispo, CA
Friday, May 12, 6pm to 8pm, Atascadero Library, Martin Polin Community Room, 6555 Capistrano Ave, Atascadero, CA
Collecting will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 13 and 14.
Registration for the training is now open. Each participant need only attend one training session. Click here to register – http://ucanr.edu/2017sodblitztraining
Kathe Tanner would like to interview someone who attends the training for an article in The Cambrian.
Fire Code Revisions: There is some confusion as to what trees are covered, whether dead or down. Connie and JoEllen will arrange to meet with Fire Chief William Hollingsworth to clarify.
Forest Health Program Concept Proposal: Connie submitted a grant application. The Forest Committee is listed as an advisory group.
Report from Fire Safe Focus Group: Protocol is in place for fire hydrant testing, but it has not yet started. Dan Turner will submit a grant application for the Biomass Cogeneration Plant. The additional Fuel Cube unit costs $270,000 plus $200,000 in support equipment, too expensive for Cambria. He will advocate for Cal Fire to purchase one for the Sierras that Cambria could borrow.
No New Business
Unfinished Business
Smartphone Forest Application: Christine will check What's Invasive and Cambria Chamber apps and report.
Forest Health Program Grant Application: Connie will report.
Contact Crosby with agenda items for next meeting by May 8.
Public and Director Comments: Several events coming up:
Greenspace Wildflower hike, Saturday April 15
Greenspace concert fundraiser following March for Science walk April 22
BCA weed pulling on medians and sidewalk strips, 2 pm April 23
FFRP Wildflower Show, April 29-30, expect unusual plants following Chimney Fire. Photo contest this year, submit two copies, matted not larger than 16 x 20, to the FFRP office before April 21.
Sarah Bisbing is rescheduling her talk for FFRP.
Greenspace landscaping workshop, May 6, 10 am. Identifying native plants. All welcome. Landscape workers can get a certificate that qualifies them for recommendation by the fire department in weed removal. Spanish translation available.
Adjourned at 8:25 pm.
Next Meeting May 10, 2017


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We appreciate the commission's focus on finding efficiencies
and cost savings to sustain commissary and exchange benefits. MOAA supports
improving the viability and stability of these systems in order to protect
these benefits. However, MOAA has historically opposed consolidation because
there has been no proposal that preserved the level of savings and revenue
stream for the military readiness, morale, welfare and recreation program
(MWR). Any proposal to change the existing structure must secure benefits at
their current levels. This proposal leaves us unconvinced that these benefits
will be secure.
The proposed recommendation needs to be thoroughly vetted to
safeguard these cherished benefits used by 90 percent of the military
community. The commissary and exchange systems consistently rank as one of the
most valued earned benefits, providing needed savings and employment for military
families and veterans.
We recommend the commission's proposal be evaluated against
the FY 2015 congressionally mandated review of commissary and exchange systems.
MOAA Position – MOAA does not support this
We support the commission's proposal and are grateful for
recognizing the importance of child care for military families. We believe DoD
should use this opportunity for collecting data to find a way forward that
determines the prioritization of military families on the waiting list.
If implemented, DoD needs to continue to pursue innovative
solutions to meet this need beyond building more brick and mortar installation
child development centers (CDCs). Other issues for consideration when
addressing the challenges of finding and securing affordable child care
include: wait list prioritization and realignment of existing programs to meet
the garrison-based force (24 hour and weekend care for duty, 7 day a week
operation, extended day options).
MOAA Position – MOAA supports the recommendation.
We generally support much of the recommendation, including
closing the Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty and the Reserve Education Assistance
Program (REAP). MOAA has long supported the Post-9/11 GI Bill as the
educational platform for recruitment, retention and re-adjustment purposes.
Service members who have signed Post 9/11 GI Bill contracts,
including transferability under the current rules, should be grandfathered
(i.e., no additional active duty service commitment required). We strongly
oppose eliminating the housing stipend payments on transfer contracts in place
as of June 30, 2017 and oppose canceling unemployment compensation for student
veterans using new GI Bill. Academic and training breaks may leave veterans
with dependents with no capability to make ends meet.
Although the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) Active Duty buy-in of
$1,200 may be refunded under current rules, it's cumbersome and needs to be
simplified. Also, DoD needs to clarify the participation rules for military
tuition assistance (TA) for professional development and career retention
Consistent with the recommendation to eliminate education
program redundancy, the MGIB-Selected Reserve should be re-codified from Title
10 to Title 38. MCRMC offered no advice on the MGIB-SelRes.
MOAA Position – MOAA supports much of the
We generally support the recommendation with two caveats:
Mandatory participation in Transition GPS and similar programs should occur at
key milestones throughout a service member's career (i.e., upon second
enlistment, at ten-year mark, within two years of retirement, and should not be
just a one-time event) and additional accommodations should be made for
MOAA Position – MOAA supports the recommendation
This proposal will help more families in need of nutritional
and financial support and helps shine light on the SNAP program and WIC
overseas – essential programs for military families who rely on a viable
commissary benefit. Financial education is critically important and further
data collection is needed.
MOAA Position – MOAA supports the recommendation.
MOAA Position – MOAA supports the recommendation.
Presently, there is no nationwide data on educational
performance and attendance of military dependents. Implementing a way to track
military dependent students is important when considering the unique needs of
military families.
MOAA Position – MOAA supports the recommendation.


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Good wins for under-10's and 12'sLatics enjoyed emphatic wins against Bradford City at under-10 and 12 levels in their Centre of Excellence matches against Bradford City.
The under-10's triumphed 6-0 through goals from Joe Collins (2), Xander Small, Ben Fox, Louie Bull and Keaton Williamson.
They scored three goals in each of the second and quarters and were full value for their victory.
SHELDON RENSHAW scored a hat trick for the under-12 who recorded a 7-2 victory.
There were also goals for Jahed Mohammed, Tyrese Sinclair, Harry Quick and Joe Crabtree.
Renshaw and Quick were the stand-out performers in a good, battling performance against a strong Bradford side.
Latics played some good football in difficult conditions with the pitch wet and sticky.
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verb (used with object)
Origin of quash
Synonyms for quash
Related Words for quashsuppress, squash, repress, crush, quell, invalidate, annul, revoke, reverse, veto, void, undo, vacate, squelch, repeal, overrule, rescind, scrunch, annihilate, subdue
Examples from the Web for quash
Contemporary Examples of quash
Putin had to put on a show with lots of lights and dancing, but quash the gay factor.Sorry Putin, the Sochi Opening Ceremony Was Totally Gay
Tim Teeman
February 7, 2014
Fergie did nothing to quash rumors of remarriage when asked about the controversial subject this weekend, reports Tom Sykes.Fergie Remarriage Rumors Heat Up as She Says, 'Andrew Will Always Be My Prince!'
Tom Sykes
September 30, 2013
Egyptian forces have also launched a series of coordinated operations in Sinai in an attempt to quash rising insurgency.A Bloody Assassination Attempt in Egypt
Sophia Jones
September 5, 2013
But despite rumors of a Game of Thrones theme, Parker was quick to quash the speculation.Sean Parker Weds Alexandra Lenas, 'Game of Thrones' Theme a Mystery
Nina Strochlic
June 2, 2013
It all seems perfectly choreographed to quash the assumption that she is no more than a little flirt.Petraeus Affair Stereotypes: The General, The Flirt And The Harlot
Robin Givhan
November 15, 2012
Historical Examples of quash
Come, Quash, into the bush, and help me to look at the other scratches and dress them.The Rover of the Andes
R.M. Ballantyne
But, then, he had had to quash the thought that suggested it.
Challis tried to reason away its witchery—to quash its jurisdiction.
Under those circumstances no other course was open to us but to quash them.The Seven Curses of London
James Greenwood
Vide mouse, and a hundred more roots, that might quash this rule.
verb (tr)
Word Origin for quash
"to make void, annul," early 14c., from Old French quasser, casser "to annul, declare void," and directly from Medieval Latin quassare, alteration of Late Latin cassare, from cassus "null, void, empty" (see caste (n.)).
Meaning "to break, crush," is early 14c., from Old French quasser, casser "to break, smash, injure, harm, weaken," from Latin quassare "to shatter," frequentative of quatere (past participle quassus) "to shake," from PIE root *kwet- "to shake" (cf. Greek passein "to sprinkle," Lithuanian kuteti "to shake up," Old Saxon skuddian "to move violently," German schütteln "to shake," Old English scudan "to hasten").
The words have influenced each other in form and sense since Medieval Latin and now are somewhat grown together. Related: Quashed; quashing.


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greenDatacenter Zurich West is an especially energy-efficient data center, achieving a PUE up to 1.19. The PUE shows the relationship between server power consumption and the power consumption of the entire data center.
A study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2007 showed that data centers in the USA had an average PUE of 2.
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t4 629 22 bDNA 72K (April 27) on Sustiva/Combivir since then Infected Feb 1, 2001
I was told by my doctor to get rid of my cat and peel fruit and cook meat well. Are these precautions meant for all HIV+s or only those with immunodeficiency (ie t4 less than 500) ? Do you know what percentage of those recently diagnosed with AIDS had been on HAART? How many deaths due to AIDS in 1999 and 2000 (it may be too soon to tell). THANKS
Response from Dr. Feinberg
Your doctor was trying to keep you from getting infected with Toxoplasma and Salmonella, although some of the recommendations were misguided. Kittens, not gorwn cats, are the primary carriers of toxo organisms which are excreted as one-celled cysts in their stools. Even if your cat were still a kitten, you could avoid contact with toxo by wearing gloves to change the litter box and washing your hands well, or by asking someone else to do this for you. Undercooked meat and unwashed fruit and vegetables can carry the risk of Salmonella infection. HIV- people can also be infected with these 2 organisms, so HIV+s can certainly encounter them and get infected at any CD4 cell count. Since toxo is primarily a reactivation disease-- that is, it is dormant in your body and then becomes active when your immune system is sufficiently damaged-- it does not become a clinical problem until CD4 cells are below 200 and udually below 100. Salmonella is aggressive enought that it can make anyone sick at any time, although it can be harder to treat in AIDS patients. You should use common sense in food preparation and storage just as everyone else should, whether they are HIV+ or HIV-. Everyone should wash fresh fruit and vegetables before eating them, and everyone should take care not to use the same utensils and plates used for raw meat, chicken or eggs for other foods without washing them first. I think the extremes of behavior suggested to you are unnecessary.
I don't have specific data on AIDS deaths from 2000, but you can check the CDC website at cdc.gov where updates are posted as they are available.
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Another Win for Sports; Can Entertainment Stage a Comeback?February 15 th 2017
This article originally appeared on MediaVillage.com By James Fennessy
While 2016 was an anomaly as an Olympic and Election year, there is an undercurrent in the marketplace that ad spend in 2017 may be uncertain in a different way with the new, somewhat unpredictable administration in town. For example, it is possible that ad spend by organizations and associations will continue to grow as "campaigning" may continue even further past the election and pharmaceutical spend may also rise as President Trump has an open relationship with DTC. The political climate aside, with the digital advertising industry fighting concerns ROI is reaching an inflection point it is possible that advertisers will return to television en force, shaking up ad spend even further.
Regardless of what's happening in any given year, we all know that sports television has been the reliable programming driver of viewership, distribution and ad revenue. However, some programmers and media pundits expressed concern that with cord cutting, skinny bundles, increased OTT content and oversaturation of some sports programming in the marketplace, sports might not remain the force that it once was.
I have good news for those involved with sports television: While viewership and ratings were soft at times, when it comes to driving revenue sports remained king in 2016, handily topping entertainment programming. However, two questions remain: How long will the sports dynasty thrive, and can entertainment make a comeback?
Our 2016 SMI AccuTV report shows that sports continued to dominate the television playing field with a +13.8% YoY increase in ad spend. Despite the proliferation of entertainment content, broadcast entertainment primetime spend was down -5.4% and cable entertainment spend was flat across all dayparts YoY.
As I've highlighted previously, NBC was the big beneficiary of sports dominance as it saw total ad revenue grow +20% for the year which included the Olympics and the addition of Thursday Night Football to its schedule.
Now let's take a look at advertiser categories that doubled down on sports. As you'll see below, the top 10 spending categories by volume all increased their sports buys.
In contrast, only two of the top 10 categories by volume increased their commitment to primetime broadcast television and the others were down in terms of ad volume and % change, highlighting the fact that this important revenue flow from big advertisers is steadily shrinking.
Cable entertainment fared slightly better across all dayparts, though it was also handily outperformed by sports.
This is a lot to digest, and especially troubling for those networks heavily reliant on advertising in entertainment programming. Not to mention, 2017 is projected to be the year digital overtakes broadcast TV in ad spend volume.
We saw the tide begin to turn in Q4 with more dollars going to broadcast television. With the return of big franchises to broadcast such as Scandal, 24: Legacy, NCIS and Empire, and the return to cable of The Americans, Fargo and Suits, it is possible that destination, entertainment programming on TV will stage a comeback. I know I'll be watching.
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As you may have discerned, I'm using a different backdrop this week.
I was tired of chasing the sun which was what I was doing by waiting for the golden hour between 3:30-4:30pm to take my photos. Also, I didn't want to be tethered to a specific schedule, especially over the weekend, so I thought to just switch things around and take my pictures in the morning and get them out of the way so I can lounge the rest of the day.
Ah, the best laid plans of mice and men…
At 10:30 am, I ended up casting shadows no matter where I went in my backyard. The new location only succeeded when the sun went behind a cloud bank and it was just my luck that those darned clouds kept scudding by too fast. So, instead of chasing the sun, I ended up having to chase the clouds.
Of course, I didn't realize I was casting shadows until I was halfway through my shots and we all know how much I hate do-overs. So I'm gonna pretend that I meant for those shadows to be there. Yeah. That's it. I was being creative.
Today's outfit, by the way, is also exactly the same from its initial iteration with the simple addition of the grey cashmere sweater. And it once again proves my point – I'm wearing three layers, I'm super warm and comfy, but I don't look like/feel like Ralphie's brother from A Christmas Story. Huzzah for cashmere!
Now if only I can convince my husband that blogging is a viable occupation. Then maybe he'll let me buy that photo studio kit and allow me to set up in the study so I won't be at the mercy of the sun.
Yeah, right!
:: Just the facts, ma'am ::
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Sweater – Isaac Mizrahi for Target (similar)
Top – Old Navy (similar)
Pants – Target
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Cold and cough meds given to infants and toddlers work no better than dummy pills and can be dangerous.
Pediatricians made recommendations to the FDA that the overthe- counter meds shouldn't be given to children younger than 6 years because they don't help them and aren't safe. The group petitioned the FDA seeking in part a government statement saying the meds shouldn't be used in older children, as well. While the focus of the petition and the FDA is on children younger than 6 years, the joint panel of experts will be asked if there's evidence that these drugs work in children up to age 12 years.
With drug companies spending $50 million a year on emotional ads in parenting magazines and elsewhere, this business has truly become a profitable one for Big Pharma. This is in spite of the fact that there are little or no data from studies in the very young to show the medicines are safe or even work. "The basic question is, why should a product be so relentlessly marketed when it's not safe or effective?" said Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, Baltimore's health commissioner. "It does not make sense, in the absence of information, to say 'consult a physician,' because they do not have superhuman powers. They cannot make a product safe or effective."
Even more appalling is that some studies suggest the medicines are no better than dummy pills in treating cold and cough symptoms in young children, the petitioners said.
The drug industry still maintains these widely used drugs are safe and work, but can lead to death and injury from overdoses or misuse in infants. It estimates children receive 3.8 billion doses of the medicines a year.
FDA gave drug companies until Oct. 31, 2007 to stop making and selling any unapproved prescription medicines labeled for use by children younger than 6 years that contain the painkiller and cough suppressant hydrocodone.
The move is part of a broader effort to remove from sale an estimated 200 unapproved prescription cough medicines made with the narcotic.
Manufacturers of any other unapproved hydrocodone medicines, beyond those intended for young children, must stop making them by Dec. 31 and cease shipping them by March 31, 2008, the FDA said. It said the order applies to most of the hydrocodone formulations sold as cough medicines.
The order does not apply to other hydrocodone formulations, including the seven cough suppressants made with the narcotic that do have FDA approval. Nor does it apply to pain-relief drugs like Vicodin, which combine hydrocodone and acetaminophen.
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The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a project learning program that empowers students at Eastern to use technology in and out of the classroom.
At Eastern, FBLA is a service organization that meets after school and sponsors LAN Parties and school improvement projects.
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Three times a year STLP sponsors activities called LAN Parties. Students stay overnight at the school and bring in their own computers. They connect these computers to each other and form a huge network. College recruiters also attend the LAN parties.In addition to learning about networking computers together, the students have a great time eating pizza, shooting aliens, devouring massive quantities of chips and hotdogs, shooting more aliens and playing role-play games.


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In between races, we took some time to browse our hard drives and look at photos taken throughout the year. We'll highlight each shot in a daily post, with the image sized to fit your computer screen or smartphone and described with a small backstory…
Ever wonder where Fitzland gets its name? Wonder no more—today's Photo Of The Day is of the Fitzland proprietor himself, longtime freestyle motocross rider Jimmy Fitzpatrick. Fitz uses his 54-acre vineyard property in Temecula, California, as an FMX training facility for his Fitz Army riders, as well as a stomping grounds for his friends who are in town and looking to hit some of the ramps or natural terrain jumps that his backyard features. But the host doesn't keep the famed FMX playground on point only for his friends, and whenever we're out at Fitzland snapping photos, Fitzpatrick will be out throwing down for the cameras, too, like here with this heel clicker flip.
Photographer | Chris Kimball
Camera | Canon EOS 5D Mark III
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I created this based on a cut file from Paper Issues:
This one is for my mom (as I know she loves peach):
This one is for another aunt, and is based on Canadian Scrapbooker December Sketchy challenge: https://creativescrapbooker.ca/sketchy/displayimage.php?album=18&pid=154#top_display_media
Next for another aunt is based on December 15th Stuck Skeches?! http://stucksketches.blogspot.ca/2016/12/december-15-2016-challenge-reveal.html
My family is one I created for my grandma, it is a group picture we took at the family reunion this past summer. I used Let's Get Sketchy Week 2: http://letsgetsketchy.blogspot.ca/2016/12/december-team-week-1.html


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Getting paid in a timely manner is one of the biggest challenges a micro-business faces. We've all experienced payment issues with clients at some point in our business. Sometimes it's the client's fault. But often, we bear some of the blame because of the invoicing procedures we have – or don't have – in place.
Pete Savage, from The International Freelancers Academy, has a done a 10 minute video detailing a couple of simple things you can do to help ensure that you get paid faster and keep your cashflow, well, flowing.
He says the three main mistakes solopreneurs make when it comes to payment are:
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I was talking about books with a friend when I realized most of the books I've been reading lately have dealt with spiritual warfare. The books have not been on what spiritual warfare is or how to wage it. Rather, they have been novels that feature spiritual warfare in one form or another and in varying degrees.
Why is it that I have been subconsciously drawn to books like this? Probably because spiritual warfare is very real, especially in the life of a Christian. I saw this reality vividly when I finally took my porn addiction seriously. Why? The devil knows it was keeping me from God. He also knew if porn got out of the way I would be close to God which in turn would enable me to be an effective, if not powerful, tool in God's hands. This may be a little off track but a good example of a situation where the devil wages war against us.
Before I go any further I want to clarify, not every problem in life is from the devil. Sometimes our problems are the consequences of bad choices. This should also not be a way to excuse bad behavior. "The devil made me do it."
According to GreatBibleStudies.com "spiritual warfare is resisting, overcoming and defeating the enemy's lies (in the form of deception, temptations and accusations) that he sends our way."
They have a good article on the subject at greatbiblestudy.com/spiritual_warfare.php
What does the bible say about the subject?
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. – Ephesians 6:10-12
The schemes of the devil? So, Satan has a plan of attack! "Not against flesh and blood… but against the spiritual forces of evil."? So the bible tells us that spiritual warfare is real and that our fight is not in the physical realm.
We are also told:
Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that your family of believers[a] all over the world is going through the same kind of suffering you are. – 1 Peter 5:8-9
I don't think it's by accident Peter uses the word picture of a lion on the prowl. If you've ever seen a video of lions on the hunt then you know they always go for the weakest of the herd. That's why Peter tells us to be strong in our faith. So we have the strength to withstand his attacks and fight.
This may seem a bit scary or intimidating to some. But the good news is that the devil loses in the end according to Revelation 20:10.
There will be a day when we never have to be bothered by him again.
And the devil, who deceived them, was thrown into the lake of burning sulfur, where the beast and the false prophet had been thrown. They will be tormented day and night for ever and ever. – Revelation 20:10
Also, God gives us both the power and the tools to fight the spiritual battles we face. I'm not going to get into the full armor of God listed in Ephesians 6. Otherwise this post would be twenty pages long. But I will give you three basic tools we have available to us.
Before that we need to realize that the same power that rose Christ from the dead lives in us. So why should we fear the devil if we have that kind of power?
I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms. – Ephesians 1:19-20
One of the weapons at our disposal is the bible, the word of God. The more we know of the scriptures, the easier it will be to counter the devil's lies. If we know the truth we will recognize the lies.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. – Romans 12:2
Another tool or weapon is prayer. This can be used in the heat of battle so to speak. We can pray for protection or for deliverance from an attack. We can and should pray for protection even when we aren't actively doing battle. Being in the habit of regular prayer will not only offer protection and help but will also give us peace.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7
The last tool I want to share is speaking against whatever lie or spirit you are dealing with. Speaking out loud. I don't recommend this during a psychological examination. When doing this would be inappropriate or might freak people out you can always speak under your breath or imagine saying it.
I know this sounds odd but it works. I do this quite often myself. Sometimes all it takes is saying Stop! Or Shut Up! Or Go away! If nothing else it changes your thought pattern.
The apostle Paul has used this.
This went on day after day until Paul got so exasperated that he turned and said to the demon within her, "I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her." And instantly it left her. – Acts 16:18
Sometimes, I even swear depending on how long an attack has been going on. I'm sure some find this wrong but it helps me. I'll do whatever it takes. Unfortunately, as a human I fall short and screw up sometimes. So I need to remind myself of these things too.


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Well, many people have said that I've been "out to sea" for awhile but I'm meaning that figuratively this week as I will be attending the NecronomiCON in my home state of Rhode Island this week! I'm also one of the organizers so things are pretty hectic right now. For those of you unfamiliar with this event, NecronomiCON is being held in Providence as a celebration of the life and work of H. P. Lovecraft who was one of the most significant influences in my life. This entire week is full of events like movies, a dedication of a bust of HPL in one of his favorite libraries, a heavy metal rock concert (!!!) and three full days of panels, symposiums and lectures. And lot's more!
If you're around Rhode Island this weekend, swing on by the Biltmore hotel and join in the fun. I'll be there in the dealer's room with my two Hodgson books (SARGASSO and HODGSON) and maybe a few other things. If you were already planning on coming to the show then make sure you stop by my table and say "Hi, I read your blog" so I'll feel all important and stuff! 😉
If you want more information about the convention, click this link:
The poster above is one of the many items that will be available at the convention. There'll be several posters and this one was done by the talented artist Rick Sardinha.


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Sometimes when people are explaining things to me or when they are teaching me I get a slight tingling sensation in my entire head. I'd definitely compare it to a mild buzz from a drug of some kind. It feels so good yet so mild and unobtrusive that if you could easily and regularly reproduce it from taking a drug without any negative side effects it would surely be a very popular drug.
The first time I noticed it I was in kindergarten. It was a Montesorri preschool in Durham, NC where I was born. A female classmate of mine was demonstrating how to assemble or use some sort of toy. I believe it was puzzle like. She was speaking about it while she did it and explaining very well the steps you take, in what order and how to complete each step. I remember getting the tingling feeling and noticing it and suddenly becoming less interested in what she was showing me in the foreground and more interested in the buzz that started in the back of my head and slowly consumed my entire head.
Today I most often notice the buzz at work. I work in tech support and often have to listen to customers explain their computer network/servers/internet services and environment in detail. Sometimes when they explain it the right way I will get the buzz. I love it but it never lasts more than a minute or so. The fact that it never lasts more than a minute I think makes it more enjoyable too. Knowing that I only will get to enjoy it for a minute or so makes me concentrate on it more and makes it more special.
Sometimes I try to explain it to friends but no one I've ever explained it to has ever been familiar with anything like it. I think it's really odd that it is a specific feeling that I only get during really specific interactions with other people. I wonder if I've learned to expect it or create the feeling around those specific interactions because I first felt it under that type of interaction. Who knows?
holy shit, i feel the same way, i even listen to like obscure tutorials on youtube and stuff just to listen to someone like explain how to best utilize microsoft anayltics or something, and whenever i listen to bob ross the joy of painting i get the same feeling, but its only when a person knows the subject well, and has like a monotone voice sort of, idk. its hard to explain, but i completely understand what you are saying. is there a word for that sensation?
its just when someone is expliaining in detailed steps, in a low voice, not low but quiet and purposeful, gentle almost, and they are very thorough, i get lost in the feeling. so glad to find someone else like that
"but its only when a person knows the subject well, and has like a monotone voice sort of, idk."
oh good point. That's true with me too! if they have a very monotone voice, a very calm or well thought out voice it makes a big difference. I get it more in those situations. NUTS! we are not alone ;-) How did you find this post? google? I just put this site up recently lol
dude, i get that, too. it happens at tech support a lot or when i have a website client who actually tells me what they want in the way i need to hear it. it's awesome.
I get that all the time. Sometimes I call those support numbers and fake a problem just to listen to them. Or I have them repeat things. I love the feeling. Kind of addicted.
Wow, I get this feeling also and I'm surprised I found this. I've been searching for videos online that will produce this feeling.