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September 16, 2011 - The National September 11th Memorial and Museum. The Memorial is a national tribute of remembrance and honor to the 2,983 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. What a moving and emotional day visiting the September 11th Memorial in NYC. Had the honor of meeting a survivor from the North Tower today. At the very location where he ran from the entrance of the building as it came crashing down. He and 5 others ran northwest and lived, the other 50 or so who ran southwest perished.... I cried.Read More


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Brighton police post has two new troopers
Last week we said goodbye to one of our co-workers. This week I would like to introduce two of our newest troopers here at the Brighton Post. Troopers Blake Ellsworth and Ryan Boden are graduates of the "Mighty" 129th Michigan State Police Academy. They graduated on Aug. 26 of last year. Since that time, they have successfully completed our field training program and have been released to work without a field training officer.
Ellsworth is from Okemos. He is 22 years old and attended Western Michigan University, with a major in criminal justice and a minor in political science. Ellsworth has wanted to become a trooper ever since he can remember — some would say he was born into it. His father was a state trooper for 26 years and also served at the MSP Brighton Post. In talking with Ellsworth, he grew up idolizing his father and all of his trooper friends and co-workers. Seeing the Blue Goose pull into his driveway at the end of his father's shift, or going to work with him after-hours to hang with the other troopers, was exciting. Because of that, respect, integrity and discipline was instilled in him from an early age and helped shape him into the person he is today. Ellsworth had the goal of one day earning the title of Michigan State Police trooper. Serving the public and helping people gives him great pride and enjoyment. Every day, Ellsworth now works to represent our department with excellence, integrity, and courtesy; solving the task at hand, and forever making a positive interaction with those he encounters. Ellsworth said that "achieving this goal from such a young age is the greatest feeling and is something I can barely explain." The hard work he has put in to get here has truly paid off. Ellsworth now wants to continue the legacy of not only his father, but of all that came before him and honorably put on this uniform.
Boden was born and raised in Adrian and went to high school at Lenawee Christian School. He graduated from high school in 2007, and went to college at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, where he received a bachelor's degree in biology. After graduating college, he moved back to Adrian and spent a few years working for a communications company in the IT field. He moved to Howell in 2015, where he became roommates with a Michigan state trooper. While spending time with his roommate, as well as other members of the Michigan State Police, he was in awe of the pride they took in putting on the blue uniform and serving the citizens of Michigan. Boden said, "I knew from that point on I wanted to be a part of the great tradition of the Michigan State Police. I am very fortunate to be able to serve the citizens in the state I call home. It really is an honor to climb into the Blue Goose every day and uphold the reputation the Michigan State Police has built during the last 100 years."
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Former "Real Housewives of Orange County" stars Alexis and Jim Bellino insist their divorce is amicable.
"We hold one another in the highest regards as spouses, and especially as parents," the Bellinos said in a statement to The Blast. "We have agreed on 50/50 custody of the children, and we ask that you respect our privacy by not theorizing about the reasons for our divorce."
"There is nothing provocative, alluring or sordid about the dissolution of our marriage. Quite to the contrary, we strongly support each other just as we have since the beginning of our relationship."
Jim filed for divorce last week after 13 years of marriage and three children. The couple insisted it was a "mutual" decision that they made "with love and as the best decision for our children's future."
"We ultimately want you to feel happy for us, respect our privacy during this difficult time, and pray for our mutual benefit as we weather this storm," they said.
Alexis joined "RHOC" for its fifth season in 2009 and left in 2013. Her Season 6 tagline was, "God is my savior, my husband is my king, and my body? It's sinful."


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[not paid] Open source SWF/flash editor help request
Hi all, i've started some month ago a project regarding SWF and flash developing tool, the project started because on web there aren't any good free flash/SWF editor like Adobe one or Sothink one. Unfortunaly i've started programming in c++ along with the project. Now i'm at a dead line and i need help for developing this.
I'm using the QGraphicsview frameworks to accomplish this. every one is welcome to continue with me the project.
this are the tasks to be done:
- finishing the ui ( icon and other tools that come with the developing)
- managing the graphics items transformation via handler (resizehandler or something similar)
- better Nurbs, spiline network and predefined shapes definition (lines and quad is almost complete, are missing ellipse, round rect)
- video items
- text items
- picture items
- the classical SWF/flash timeline for animation
- animation
- SWF library
- exporting/importing SWF
- open and saving files
- completing action script editor(auto completer and other little stuffs)
- adding more items modeling tools
- fixing up the nurbs control points
The Qt library version is the 4.7.4 (minggw)
at the moment there is no code repository on the web.
The programs is mostly inspired by SWF quicker by sothink and some ui elements from inkscape.
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You've asked for help to do LOTS of things. That's perfectly fine, but if you want to attract interest and confidence, you'll need to provide more information about yourself and your project :)
What is your background/experience? Of the remaining tasks, which are the ones that you can/can't complete yourself? What are your goals and your vision? I found some free and/or open source SWF editors (e.g. http://technotab.com/5-best-open-source-flash-editors/ ); what will yours offer that those don't? Why should someone join you on this project? How will you manage this project? How can people help if there's no online repository?
As a i said i've starting programming c++ along with the starting of the project, so there is no much to say about me, I know a bit of python and pascal. Instead before starting a huge task like this, i've searched on the web a SWF editor, and the link you posted is one of i've already visited. The programs in the page ,two are only action script editors(so there are no images editor) SWF quicker isn't free but it cost 30$ i think... Ajax instead it's only visual you can't do actionscript. the other are library or compiler for actionscript and SWF. if you search better the only "complete "free available is this "Vectorian giotto":http://vectorian.com/giotto/. it give image editor and actionscript editor. The problem of this program is that is bugged as no one... You can write actionscript but you can't compile it and i think it have problem on exporting the alpha value of images in the swf files. So the program is good for simple banner animation, nothing more.
SWF quicker is the best choice, i've tried it and it's very cool but it cost(lower respect the adobe one, 30$ vs.700$), but it's always a cost.
So the purpose of my program is to give a complete suite for developing SWF and flash(from action scripting to image editor) for free and with the benefits to be opensource( a community that will work on the code to improve it and other thing like that).
However before subscribing here i've tried to do the main task, but still missing the 50% of the program.. the task i've posted up, some are quite to work for me other are more difficult and this were i need help. Since i never do a programming school the code i wrote until now it's probably a mess but it work.
And the reason for no code repository is because it requires another subscription, so before do a things that maybe it will not take place, i've decide to recruiting people.
unfortunaly i'cant upload files so if some one want, i'll send to him the compiled version of my program to check it out what i've done. However if some one need more info ask me and i'll be happy to answer to any question!
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Doesn't sound like a fruitful endeavor to me, an easy visual HTML/JS editor alternative to flash would attract more interest for sure. And it will be much easier to implement, development and legally wise.
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Developing a tool like this costs months, years! to do properly. The software may cost real money, but your time spent writing a new one will cost more :)
Also notice that there are a dozen flash editors available already, most of them free download. Maybe its better to see if any of those can use your help instead of starting over?
It will likely be a really fun project to hack on, and maybe you can keep in mind the idea from other commenters that Flash has been deprecated by Adobe and things like html5 and QML are set to replace it.
So here is an idea; you might enjoy working on the QML editor (as part of creator) just as much, with the results being used longer and by more people :)
I know, but i started this project because i need a graphic flash editor for game developing(Unreal engine make use of flash for UI development) and there are lot of people that would like to see a free flash editor to use for this purpose. Also making is costing so if there are more free tools it's better.
However I perfectly know that maybe i'll spent our and neurons :D for this, but it's an hobby...so It's not a problem
I've finally published the code on sourceforge https://sourceforge.net/projects/swfcreator/


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Amid all the bad news from Haiti, about the United States government forcibly removing the democratically president … about the horrible earthquake … about basically no reconstruction … about occupation soldiers causing a cholera epidemic … about rape of women …. a bit of good news.
By Mischelle Esguerra:
Haiti frog lost rare species found in earthquake ruins after 20 years
Jan 12, 2011
Amid the ruins of Haiti earthquake, the conservation expedition to the deforested hills of the said country, has found six rare frog species unseen for 20 years, according to international news sites.
The discovery, which came despite heavy deforestation and widespread damage from last year's earthquake, happened during the expedition last October 2010 to search for frogs that are rarely seen and could be on the verge of extinction.
The team, led by Conservation International scientist Robin Moore and Blair Hedges of Pennsylvania State University, took a trip to search for one, long-lost frog La Selle Grass frog, which has not been seen in more than a quarter-century. Rather than seeing La Selle Grass frog, they did find six other species of amphibians that had not been seen in nearly two decades. These critically endangered species from Massif de la Hotte, include:
1. Ventriloqual Frog, Eleutherodactylus dolomedes -last seen 1991.
2. Mozart's Frog, Eleutherodactylus amadeus -last seen 1991.
3. Macaya Burrowing Frog, Eleutherodactylus parapelates -last seen 1996.
4. La Hotte Glanded Frog, Eleutherodactylus glandulifer -last seen 1991
5. Hispaniola Crowned Frog, Eleutherodactylus corona– last seen 1991.
6. Juvenile Macaya Breast-spot Frog, Eleutherodactylus thorectes– about the size of a green grape when fully grown, is one of the smallest frogs in the world, last seen 1991.
According to Moore, they "went in looking for one missing species and found a treasure trove of others. That, to me, represents a welcome dose of resilience and hope for the people and wildlife of Haiti."
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See also here. And here. And here.
Haitian Activist Patrick Elie: "Haiti is Controlled by Foreign Govts & Foreign Interests": here.
Haitians protest at Clinton's office: here.
Robert Naiman, Truthout: "California Rep. Maxine Waters has called for the results of the disputed November presidential election in Haiti to be set aside and for new elections to be held. In a statement Wednesday, she writes: 'I call upon the Government of Haiti to set aside the flawed November 28th elections and organize new elections that will be free, fair and accessible to all Haitian voters…. Haiti's next government will be called upon to make difficult decisions that will have a lasting impact on Haitian society, such as the allocation of resources for cholera treatment efforts and earthquake reconstruction projects. If these decisions are made by a government that is not perceived as legitimate, the recovery process could be impeded for years to come'": here.


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Conservative MP Garry Breitkreuz attended a gun-lobby dinner last night in Mississauga where a Beretta handgun was the advertised raffle prize – despite misgivings from the Prime Minister's Office and gun-control advocates.
The pro-gun Saskatchewan MP was originally scheduled to be the keynote speaker at the annual general meeting and dinner for the Canadian Shooting Sports Association, but the invitation was withdrawn last month after Breitkreuz faced harsh criticism.
Breitkreuz declined to comment last night, but organizers told the Star he was attending as a private member of the association.
The association's executive director, Tony Bernardo, added the handgun would not be a raffle prize.
"You can always buy them legally, of course," he said. "We're having a private conference that discusses association issues. Those issues are the same as every other not-for-profit association faces."
Last month, a spokesperson said Prime Minister Stephen Harper did not endorse the idea of an MP being a keynote speaker at an event where a handgun was the prize.
Wendy Cukier, president of the Coalition for Gun Control, said she wasn't surprised Breitkreuz showed up at the event.
"The link between Breitkreuz and the Canadian gun lobby is no secret. What's more surprising is the PMO trying to distance itself from the gun lobby and raffle after working so closely with them for so many years," Cukier said.


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The UK labor shortage worsened at the end of 2021, with job vacancies hitting a record high, but average earnings started to fall as inflation outpaced wage growth.
Official data released on Tuesday showed unemployment fell to 4.1% in the three months to November, 0.1 percentage point above its pre-pandemic rate.
The employment rate has risen to 75.5%, but remains 1.1 percentage points below its pre-crisis rate – due to an increase in inactivity which, according to the Statistics Office national, was due to the abandonment of older workers.
With employers struggling to recruit, job vacancies hit a record 1,247,000 in the three months to December, equivalent to four in every 100 jobs in the economy, with a quarter of a million jobs unfilled in the health and social services sector alone.
There were few signs of an impact on employment at the start of the Omicron outbreak, with real-time data from December showing the number of salaried employees rising by 184,000.
But Tony Wilson, director of the Institute for Employment Studies, said the figures were "disappointing", with inactivity rising despite unprecedented demand for staff.
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One of the problems that can plagues you with your vehicle glass is that of leaking. There are a few, different things that can cause leaking issues and, if not fix, this can be a pretty massive problem. Moisture collecting at the seams of your window can cause your glass to become disconnected. If the moisture gets through the seams in your glass, it can also cause issues for your interior, such as: your interior discoloring, fabrics pulling up, and mold forming inside. To fix these issues, leaks in your glass should be fixed as quickly as possible.
The sealant is the solution that is applied to your windshield to hold it in place. This is usually applied to, both, the front and back windshields. After we order the correct windshield for you, we apply the sealant to the edges, before lifting your glass and putting in place to set, and dry. While sealant bonds rather quickly, it will need some extended time to dry completely. This is why, after you pick up your vehicle, you may notice blue tape holding the windshield in place. This doesn't mean that anything is wrong, it is simply a precaution. Sealant is what forms an impenetrable bond; preventing moisture leakage.
Along with the sealant, there are typically rubber pieces that help to form a double bond around vehicle glass. You can usually see these rubber pieces on the side windows, at the top, and bottom. The top rubber helps to grip the window when its up, forming a seal. The bottom rubber helps to make sure that water, and debris, doesn't get inside your door, when it drips down the window glass. If your rubber is aging, or torn, it is not doing the job it should be doing. In order to fix this, we can replace your rubber pieces for you.
If your windshield is cracked, there is no longer an air tight bond being formed between the glass and your vehicle. This crack is a fantastic entry point for moisture and, should it rain, it can allow moisture to collect inside your vehicle. This can lead to a host of issues, and for this reason, cracks should be fixed right away. If your windshield becomes cracked, we can try to preemptively repair the crack. If the crack is too big for us to patch, we may need to go ahead and replace your windshield, entirely.
Moisture Inside
If your sealant, rubber, or windshield are broken, moisture will find its way in to your vehicle. These leaks can cause some major issues for you. Water can cause your interior fabric to discolor and come apart. Water being stuck inside your vehicle can also cause mold to begin to grow, which can be unsightly and dangerous to breathe. Either way, moisture inside your vehicle can lead to problems that require more money to fix, or in some extreme cases, could lead to needing all new parts.


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Nature is the true bible that gives us raw truth with absolutely no contradictions is a statement that flowed through me when titling this episode of The LanceScurv Show and I had no clue how powerful of a statement it was until after someone brought it to my attention. It was just business as usual for me as I went about the backend work of running my website but oftentimes that's when the most profound thoughts will manifest from your soul in that time when you least expect it.
But really and truly think about it, what affects us more from the day that we are born until the day that we transition? There is nothing more powerful than nature and this is why those human-like viruses seek to destroy it! If they can destroy nature they are violating YOU!
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I went last night to see a performance of Between the Lines, a monologue woven through with snatches of poetry of the time, written and performed by Simon de Deney. It was about the experience of fighting in France in the first world war. While sitting in the gentle rain on the war memorial, it brought the events to life in a totally new way for me. I would highly recommend it, even in the rain.
On the way out I dawdled a little and there were definitely 3 owls giving the same contact calls. At worst it has proved that there is one adult and 2 chicks still around, but I think it was 3 chicks. In the snatches I could see without binoculars they were moving round strongly and looked fine. This doesn't mean that the fourth chick is not around any more, just that I couldn't see it last night in the few minutes I spent peering into the rain filled dusk.


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Tyson Foods (TSN) stock is surging on the news that it finally has an answer to Beyond Meat (BYND) after bailing on the red hot IPO.
We're expanding our position as a global protein leader to meet growing demand for plant-based protein with our new Raised & Rooted plant-based nuggets and blended patties. We're #RaisingExpectations for just how good plant protein can taste. Learn more https://t.co/EEdnG0ByYh pic.twitter.com/wmqiyPu5pt— Tyson Foods (@TysonFoods) June 13, 2019
However, that news could be obscuring the much larger opportunity that pork shortages in China offer not only the American company, but the U.S. position in the ongoing trade war with China.
Chinese Chow Trends
China, the object of the Trump administration's ire, is home to consumers that are what you could call "pork crazy."
Chinese consumers eat nearly three times the world average of pork per year and outpace U.S. consumers by about 25% in terms of pork consumption annually, according to data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development data.
The growth in protein consumption overall, led by pork, has been a stable trend in the region for some time as a growing middle class has increased its appetite for meat.
From 2011 to 2019, pork consumption per capita in China has increased about 13 pounds annually, according to Statista.
Furthermore, animal-protein demand is forecast to explode even more over the next 20 years led by emerging markets and China, also reports Statista.
Confident in the bullishness of these long-term trends for Tyson was Spencer Shelman, a portfolio manager for Palouse Capital, a Washington-based firm that holds over 40,000 shares of Tyson according to recent SEC filings.
"We like the name in the long term because their strength in proteins is undeniable," Shelman explained in an interview in late 2018. "We're sticking with them based on the long-term secular play in proteins."
Sickly Supply
The issue is clearly not in demand for pork products. The real problem now is in the supply of pigs to feed the demand, as African swine flu overtakes the region and forces Chinese oversight agencies to cull pig populations and prevent the spread of the epidemic.
China has had several big outbreaks.
"The virulence and ease of transmission of this porcine disease, coupled with the wide geographic distribution could significantly impact China's swine population and the availability of domestically produced pork," a USDA Foreign Agricultural Service report states.
Judging by reports from the Chinese ministry of agriculture and rural affairs, much of these fears have come to fruition and have actually been more acute than initially expected.
The latest reports reflect a 23% decline in live pig stocks compared with May 2018, as ASF outbreaks across multiple provinces has led to the culling of pig populations.
Up to 200 million pigs will be killed either by the disease or action to curb the outbreaks, according to a Rabobank report, The severe reduction in pig population would curb pork output in the nation by almost one-third in total this year, according to the report, leaving demand woefully under-supplied.
Trade Tamp
The immediate assumption would be that the country must import pork products to keep consumers satiated.
As Lee Corso would say, "Not so fast, my friend."
The trade war has made access to U.S. supply cost prohibitive. That's a problem because the U.S. is the largest pork exporter in the world, standing at 16.2% of global pork exports.
China issued 50% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. pork products in 2018, and only increased that eye-watering tax amidst intensifying tensions. The added cost has caused a severe drop off in trans-pacific imports.
As such, China has had to turn elsewhere, but has encountered substantial issues in doing so.
"The EU accounts for nearly two-thirds of China's pork imports, but some EU countries have had their own problems with ASF," the USDA report notes, adding that Poland, Romania, Hungary, and Ukraine have all reported cases of the flu in 2018.
The lack of reliable supply is a serious threat not only economically, but politically given pork's role in typical Chinese diets.
"Since China is the largest swine producer and pork consumer in the world, a major ASF outbreak can have a significant impact on China's food security and trade," the USDA said.
Consumers can indeed turn to alternative sources and poultry is projected to grow in popularity amidst consumer concerns on the product, but it is unlikely to fully replace the massive market for pork.
Additionally, an underdeveloped cattle industry makes the market for alternative proteins even more tightly squeezed and forces imports from both the U.S. and Australia to satiate the demand for the product as a replacement for the popular pork.
"It's not as though you can turn off pork and turn on poultry," Tyson CEO Noel White said during the company's first quarter earnings call last month. "It will be multiple years before the supply balance comes back into equilibrium."
Tyson's Position to Profit
As such, Tyson has a significant opportunity to fill the void.
Tyson is the world's second largest exporter of pork products, behind only Brazil's JBS (JBSAY) , and holds the third largest global market share in pork products overall, behind only the Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods (WHGRF) and Seaboard Corporation (SEB) .
"I do think that Tyson Foods is uniquely positioned in all of our proteins, in our Beef business, our Pork business, our Chicken business because you don't have an incident like this where there's some place in the vicinity of 150 million to 200 million hogs that have died in China," White said in the company's earnings call in May. "That correlates to about 10 million metric tons of product that has come out of the marketplace. And from a total protein global supply, that's something in the area of 5%. So it's an event that I've never seen happen before, that we are well positioned to deal with that in all 3 proteins."
As a result of the unprecedented event, the company is already positioning itself to supply the starved market for pork as well as other proteins.
"We have the capability on a large-scale basis to meet ... international demand," White said. "We will structure our business to service not only the international markets as though we have in the past but continue to service our domestic customers as well."
White could be the perfect man to oversee such a restructuring as well, given his experience in Tyson's international ventures prior to his rise to the executive suite late last year.
"[Noel White] has run our beef, pork, and poultry businesses and is now helping Tyson Foods capitalize on international opportunities," chairman John Tyson said upon the announcement of his replacement of former CEO Tom Hayes.
Hayes also left White in the driver's seat for international acceleration by acquiring Keystone Foods for just over $2 billion in 2018, a deal which closed shortly after White took over.
"Our biggest growth opportunities are in value-added foods and international markets. Our acquisition of Keystone helps us achieve both," White said in November. "The addition of Keystone's team, industry expertise and international operations strengthens our capabilities."
Analysts have been picking up on this idea, extolling Tyson as a key winner, should trade restrictions be lifted on its products in the name of Chinese food security.
"We have a bullish outlook for all protein products (beef, chicken and pork) as a result of African Swine Fever (ASF)," CFRA analyst Arun Sundaram said in a note provided to Real Money. "Chinese pork production is expected to decrease, which will most likely result in increased imports. A favorable U.S.-China trade deal would be an additional boost for TSN since China is currently imposing a 62% tariff on U.S. pork imports to China."
Regardless of tariffs, Sundaram expects increased calls for Tyson products are inevitable as impacts from the porcine disease persist.
"The USDA indicates that Chinese pork production will decrease by more than 10% in 2019, and therefore, China will rely on more imports," Sundaram said on Saturday. "Even with the current 62% tariff on U.S. pork imports, China recently made its biggest purchase of U.S. pork in nearly two years. We think this is due to record low U.S. pork prices, which would offset the tariffs, as well as anticipation of a nationwide shortage of pork due to the disease."
In that context, the lifting of tariffs would be "all gravy" so to speak.
With that in mind, investors might be well served putting a bit more Tyson on their plate as well.


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Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor G C Murmu on Monday said an investor summit, which was earlier postponed following the abrogation of Article 370, would be held soon so that investments pour into the Union Territory for its development and to create employment avenues for the youth.
Murmu said about 30,000 to 40,000 employment opportunities would be created for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and sought people's cooperation in making the investor summit a success.
"We want investments to pour in here so that people get jobs and there is overall development. That is why we are preparing for an investor summit which will take place soon. For this, we want the cooperation of the people and the police will have a huge role in that," the Lt Governor said.
He was addressing the passing out parade of 1,145 newly recruited personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police at the Police Training School in Manigam here.
The investor summit was scheduled to be held in August but was postponed due to the shutdown in the Valley after abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution.
The LG said the government's aim is security and development of the region so that people live in peace.
"All of us have one aim which is the security, progress and development of the region, that people live in peace and have employment. In this direction, we are undertaking to complete the languishing projects sooner. We are monitoring the Prime Minister's Development Package as well so that it is implemented sooner," he said.
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At Bridgeville we are blessed with a very driven for Christ young adult class. Led by Wanda this class is very active in our church. Including leading our Easter Sunrise Service and Vacation Bible School, and our annul music festival Rock The Field.
Who is this "Young Adult Class" designed for?
Our young adult class is for those who have graduated high school. Those who have either headed to college or those who are ready to enter the work force. Where ever you are in live we have a seat for you!
What are we Studying now?
Currently the young adults are working there way through "The Easter Experience". Chronicling what our Savior Jesus Christ went through to save us from our sins. Very, very good Bible study with powerful imagery to accompany the teaching.
After we finish the Easter Experience we will jump back into Pastor David Platt's "Counter Culture" Bible study. A challenge to counter the status quo on social issues in America today. Sex, racism, abortion, greed and more!
What opportunities to Serve the Lord and Fellowship does the class have?
The class has many opportunities for service and fellowship throughout the year year including:
- Vacation Bible School
- Rock The Field Music Festival
- Easter Sunrise Service Easter Morning
- Secret Church Bible Study
- Christmas Caroling to shut ins
- And More!
When do we meet?
- We meet weekly at 9 am for Sunday School.
- Each year the young adults help lead Vacation Bible School for our Primary department. A annual summer tradition at Bridgeville.
- During advent season the Young Adult's take a day and travel to our shut in's and sing Christmas carols. Always a fun day!
- Plus more special events! Check our events page for the latest updates!
Where do the young adults meet?
The Young adults meet for Sunday School on the third floor. (When you enter the church's main entrance their is a stair well to the right. Go up those and the young adult room will be the third door on the left. We have some signs to help you out) Our greeters are always stationed in that main entrance as well. Feel free to ask them direction and where anything is! That's how they get paid! (Not really they volunteer.) 🙂
How do you join us?
Come see us! Join us for Sunday School this week at 9:00 am. Or check our events page and join us for one of our special events so we can meet each other.
Invitation to Join Us
The Young Adults cordially invite you to attend any of their services and become a member of their family. Come see us this Sunday 9:00 am, we meet on the third floor. Can't wait to see you there.


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50 Productivity hacks essential for hiring
Hire faster—and smarter—with these time-saving tips, tools, and templates designed to make every stage of the hiring process more efficient and effective.
50 Productivity hacks essential for hiring
Hire faster—and smarter—with these time-saving tips, tools, and templates designed to make every stage of the hiring process more efficient and effective.
How to successfully close candidates
Brendan Browne, VP of Talent Acquisition at LinkedIn, discusses how to remove the guesswork and increase your success rate when closing candidates.
Salary negotiation tips for recruiters
Amy Miller, Senior Tech Recruiter at Microsoft, debunks myths about salary negotiations, and offers key tips for how to have this important discussion with candidates.
How to hire faster in a fast-moving world
The top 10% of candidates often leave the talent marketplace within 10 days. These tips can help you streamline your hiring process, cut your time to hire—and keep pace.
The keys to leading a big hiring ramp-up
John Vlastelica, founder and managing director of Recruiting Toolbox, shares the key to scaling your business—while avoiding misalignment and protecting company culture.
3 Steps to becoming a talent advisor
Recruiter-hiring managers relationships aren't always productive. Learn how to develop more strategic partnerships—and be viewed as a talent advisor to the business.
7 Expert tips for sourcing high-quality candidate
Sourcing guru Glen Gathey shares his tips for improving your LinkedIn searches and identifying great candidates faster.
Inside the mind of today's candidate
Take a candidate-centric approach to attract and hire great candidates. Find insights to improve your strategy, based on survey data from 14,000+ global professionals.
How to hire like a big business
LinkedIn's Brendan Browne and Live Intent's Abby Hamilton share tips on how SMBs can use tactics to compete with big names for talent.
5 Unexpected ways to find your next hire
Learn how to attract great candidates on any budget with this 45-minute crash course from global HR influencer Tim Sackett.
The next generation workforce with Jeff Weiner
Jeff Weiner talks about the next generation workforce, talent trends, and how LinkedIn is at the forefront of this change.
LinkedIn's secrets to speedy, high-quality hiring
Fast track your search for great talent. A top LinkedIn recruiter shares their tips for sourcing, engaging, and hiring the right candidates for every role.
The competitive advantage of strong values at Levi
James Hudson, head of recruiting at Levi Strauss, discusses how the strong values at the legendary apparel company give it an edge in a fiercely competitive talent market.
Tapping into the talent of tomorrow
Learn how to build an internship program that unlocks the greatest potential in your interns—and benefits them and your company.
How to recruit qualified candidates in a time crunch
Whether you have 1, 3, or 5 hours in the day, these tips can help you make the most of your time.
Creative hiring tactics for any budget
Finding and hiring the right candidate doesn't have to be expensive. Discover 15 innovative, budget-friendly ways to attract your next great hire.
8 Easy ways to automate hiring
Save time, eliminate tedious manual tasks, and make your budget go further with a little help from automation. These 8 simple tactics can help you get started.
Crafting the perfect candidate persona
Learn how to use candidate data to create accurate personas—helping you hone in on the right person for every role.
3 Tools to reduce your recruiting time
Recruiting is time-consuming. Whether you're looking to attract more quality applicants or speed up your search, LinkedIn Talent Solutions offers the tools you need.
5 Tools to boost your recruiters' performance
What's the #1 way to boost recruiter performance? Better recruiting tools and technology.
The rise of talent analytics—and how to use it
As HR evolves, talent analytics is becoming more important. Find out how to build a data-driven HR function to solve critical business problems.
High volume hiring and attracting talent at scale
High volume hiring takes a strategic mind, a streamlined team, and a nose for quality. Learn how to hire at scale without compromising quality.


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In this video of Inspector Simon Guilfoyle discusses the use of the Vanguard Method of systems thinking in West Midlands police. He outlines some of the improvements in decision-making, the reduction in crime and as a consequence the increase in capacity. https://vimeo.com/209849386 … [Read more...] about Systems Thinking in West Midlands Police
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John Seddon: The origins of the Vanguard Method (tVM)
In this video Professor John Seddon describes the origins and evolution of the Vanguard Method. https://youtu.be/uN2CQe7V61E … [Read more...] about John Seddon: The origins of the Vanguard Method (tVM)
Systems thinking in Great Yarmouth Council
This video from 2012 shows Kate Watts discussing what they learned when they studied their food safety service as a system. What they learned on their subsequent redesign redefined the food safety business in the U.K. and led to changes in regulation. https://youtu.be/WHpOJIlc22w … [Read more...] about Systems thinking in Great Yarmouth Council
Freedom from Command & Control
If you are interested in effective approaches to services improvement, transformation and change then this book is a must read. Originally published in 2003, it outlines the Vanguard Method, a structured normative method designed for services. The method has three main parts: Check (study), Redesign (plan) and Roll-in (do). It is a sophisticated blend of psychology, systems … [Read more...] about Freedom from Command & Control
Systems Thinking in Staffordshire Fire Service
Chief Fire Officer Becci Bryant describing what Staffordshire fire service learned when they used the Vanguard Method to study their service as a system. Watching time: 5:39 minutes https://youtu.be/cVRK4ZAuevY … [Read more...] about Systems Thinking in Staffordshire Fire Service


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Tahoe Forest Hospital 'Nurse Of The Year' honored
TAHOE/TRUCKEE, Calif. — In recognition of National Nurses Week, each year since 1990 Tahoe Forest Hospital gives special thanks to all nurses, but designates only one as its "Nurse of the Year." On Thursday, May 9, this year's honoree was announced at a special ceremony at the Eskridge Conference Room at Tahoe Forest Hospital. The "Nurse of the Year" is a person who exhibits exceptional qualities in areas such as clinical competence, leadership abilities and his/her commitment to the nursing profession.
Top honors went to Sandy Walker, Tahoe Forest Hospital's 2013 Nurse of the Year, who was recognized for excellence in her profession, dedication, teamwork, and superlative care for her patients. Svetlana Schopp, Lynn Hamill, Jim Sturtevant, and Stacie Richison were also specially recognized for their outstanding care and skill as nurses.
The 2013 Nurse of the Year Nominees were: Gabrielle Bradley, Women and Family; John Christian, Operating Room; Alex Corda, PACU/Nursing Administration; Jae Gustafson, Surgery; Careen Holman-Gary, Women and Family; Lynn Hamill, Medical/Surgical Unit; Deb Majersky, Intensive Care Unit; Tamaro Margraf, Women and Family; Tammy Melrose, Women and Family; Cherene Paul, Women and Family; Missy Pursel, Women and Family; Stacie Richison, Extended Care Center; Arlette Rogers, Cancer Center; Sue Seppi, Intensive Care Unit; Svetlana Schopp, Peri-Operative Services; Jim Sturtevant, Intensive Care Unit; and Sandy Walker, MultiSpecialty Clinics.
Nominees were selected by their peers and are considered to be dedicated role models in the community. As a nurse, one needs to be a highly dedicated person with varied interests, strengths and passions, as nurses work in various facilities like emergency rooms, maternity wards and pediatric offices, to name a few. A dedicated nurse has many roles – from staff nurse to educator to nurse practitioner and nurse researcher, striving to serve all of them with passion for the profession and with a strong commitment to patient safety.
"The biggest compliment a nurse can receive is from a patient. At Tahoe Forest Hospital we are repeatedly told from our patients that the nursing staff is compassionate and truly cares about giving the best care possible," said Judy Newland, Chief Nursing Officer, Tahoe Forest Hospital. "During the week of May 4-11, we're really honoring all nurses."
Every May 6-12 is National Nurses Week. May 12 marks the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who some believe is the founder of modern nursing. In 1860, Nightingale laid the foundation of professional nursing by establishing her own nursing school at St. Thomas' Hospital in London. This was the first secular nursing school and is now part of King's College, London.
For more information about Tahoe Forest Health System, visit http://www.tfhd.com.
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Q799 TS T is, without doubt, one of the greatest high-pressure cleaners available in the market. This powerful machine of Kranzle has high strength and stability, user-friendly design and unique quality and it is specially designed for working under rough industrial conditions.
Q799 TS T is capable of spraying detergent in high pressure and the quantity of detergent can be adjusted by a detergent valve which is directly attached to the pump. The machine's pressure and water output are continuously adjustable too. So all cleaning agents can be exactly adjusted to suit the task. The user has no problem in the handling of this high-pressure cleaner and using it since the machine is equipped with a sturdy trolley with 4 large wheels and a practical parking brake which avoids unintentional rolling especially on uneven or steep grounds. The inbuilt compartments for lance and trigger gun storage on the casing of machine provide the user with quick and easy access to accessories. In the other hand, Q799 TS T comes with an integrated hose drum with foldable crank and cable reel which help the user to coil and uncoil the high-pressure hose and power lead as quick as possible, increase the tripping hazards and cause the accessories to be well-kept.
Q799 TS T is completely protected against any external effects because of its double axle chassis and shock absorbing buffers. So it does not get damaged easily.
This top quality German made high-pressure washer is equipped with corrosion-resistant components such as head pump made of special brass alloy and ceramic coated stainless steel plungers. High-quality and incorrodible parts together with efficient safety and protective systems such as integrated water tank for water pressure fluctuations, Teflon graphite backing rings for temperature and friction reduction, water cushions between seals ensure the durability of the pump and protect it against the lack of water and overheating.


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oook on CBC Radio West live Streamed Broadcast TOMORROW!
TOMORROW Friday, March 23rd, CBC Radio West is bringing together members of the arts community for an afternoon of cultural conversation at the Streaming Cafe! Radio West host, Rebecca Zandbergen, will be interviewing guests on the availability, value and impact of arts and culture in the Okanagan – including oook's own Katie Brennan. The show will also feature live performances by Fields of Green and Kev Corbett, as well as locally renowned... Read More
The Art of oook
oook contributor Nico Boesten sat down with oook creator Katie Brennan, who is also an artist, to learn more about her artistic practice and oook.ca. NB: How long have you been creating art professionally? KB: Ha, I'm still not entirely convinced that I have begun to produce art professionally, especially as it has always been interwoven with all the other things going on in my life. But I suppose you could say that I began to produce art, in my... Read More


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This last week has been pretty up and down for me on the writing front. I don't know if all writers get this way or if it is just me, but I get stuck in the mind set where I'm unsure of myself. I wonder what I am doing wasting my time and energy.
Take for instance my horror story. I think it is pretty well done. Ready to be submitted out. It's a complete story, with a nice story arc, and three main sections, of the beginning, middle, and end. I don't really pay attention to word count until the story is done. Well, it's done and it has a word count of only 47,500 words. That is a bit short for an adult novel. I spent a bit of time trying to figure out a way to plump it up another 12,000 words at least, but yeah, I'm not coming up with anything that doesn't seem forced and stupid. I was feeling a little bummed out. What was I going to do with it? Was it a waste of my time? How could I have written a complete story and have it be so short on words.
I then, got my Amazon recommendation and saw on my list a novella book. Well, guess what I decided to do with my horror story? Turn it into a novella! Heck, maybe I will self publish it for cheap and move on, but at least I have options. I got so bogged down on the "Oh no!" that I couldn't see a way around it.
I was feeling a bit better about my word count issue and then while I was on Amazon, I checked out my books and saw a new review came up for The Full Moon Rises! And, it was a good review. That made my day even better.
Then late last night, I was messaged and asked when book 3 was coming out and how soon as they and another reader were anxiously waiting for it!!!! How nice is that? I have fans!
So, that's the cycle of me as a writer, I go from I suck, to okay, I can make it work, to look at me, I'm great. Tomorrow I will be back in the "I suck" department, but for today, I'm feeling pretty good.


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The Terrace Retirement Community is conveniently located near the heart of the Columbia, MO community, so you'll have direct access to all the fun the city has to offer. Columbia is a bustling town and a great place to retire with an abundance of nature areas, shopping options, golf courses and exciting activities at the University of Missouri — an NCAA Division 1 school with a lively fan base and top-tier athletic program.
Though the Terrace strives to offer a lively, friendly, and inviting atmosphere at home, we understand how important it can be to get out and keep exploring. With ample opportunities for adventure through our Missouri and Columbia community day trips, there's never a reason to get cabin fever!
In the neighborhood of our senior living community you'll find:
Regularly-scheduled senior transportation services and shuttles for banking, shopping, medical appointments and church services will assist you in getting where you need to go. Additional special transportation needs can usually be accommodated with advanced planning.
We'd love to have you join the Terrace family. Give us a call, send us a message online or stop in today to learn more about living in our active retirement community. We are happy to answer any questions you might have!


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It's that time of year again! So many gifts, so little time!
The holidays and birthdays put so much pressure on parents to provide a magical experience for our sweet little kiddos.
With the HUGE variety of products out there, it can be extremely overwhelming deciding what to get.
We also get wrapped up in busy schedules and realize late in the game that we are WAY behind!
Gifts for toddlers can be difficult.
But don't worry, I've got you covered! I have compiled the BEST GIFT IDEAS FOR TODDLERS ages 1-3 years old.
The best part? These gifts can all be found at great prices on Amazon. Every mom's best friend. Almost every single product is UNDER $20 (besides a few splurge-worthy products).
Great gifts at affordable prices able to be mailed to your doorstep in 2 days. SCORE!
Get your shopping DONE in no time with this COMPLETE GUIDE of GIFT IDEAS FOR TODDLERS!
LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book
This is a great book (disguised as a toy) that will really promote learning new words! Perfect for littles around 1-2 years old.
VTech Spin and Learn Color Flashlight
Young toddlers are obsessed with buttons and switches that actually do something. Flashlights are great for satisfying that desire. This is the perfect kid-friendly version for ages 1-2 years old. It even throws in a little learning and fun noises to sweeten the deal. It comes in pink and green also!
Squishmallow 16″ Full Size
Squishmallows. Holy moly. Who knew these would be SO popular?! It's insane. My toddler is OBSESSED. They are SO soft and squishy (as the name suggests) and every kid is guaranteed to love it. It's also huge, so keep that in mind if you're low on space. Look below for a mini version.
Squishmallow 8″ Mini
Ok, there is a mini version of the Squishmallow. Same material, just as loved, only much smaller. They have several different characters in both sizes, so take your pick! They're all adorable.
Edushape Sensory Balls
Sensory balls! All kids love throwing balls around, and its a great tool for learning hand-eye coordination. These are great because they won't destroy your house or hurt anyone caught in the crossfire.
Daniel Tiger's 3-Minute Bedtime Stories
Daniel Tiger. I absolutely LOVE this show. It's one of the very few shows that actually teach valuable lessons, feelings, emotions, and all kinds of wonderful things! My kids love this show and I'm so thrilled because they come out learning something new every single episode! I will happily support anything this show has to offer, and bedtime stories are a nightly routine in our house so this is PERFECT.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Friends & Family Figure Set
Again, Daniel Tiger. What kid doesn't love little figurines of their favorite show?! No brainer for this Daniel Tiger fan girl!
MISSLFJY Remote Control Car
Watch out for the adults of the family stealing this awesome toy! Everyone loves a remote control car, so this one is sure to be a hit! It's also great for toddlers learning coordination and direction. Just watch your ankles.
Princess Dress Up, Party Accessory
I'm not the girly/frilly type. I figured my girl would be rough and tough. Turns out shes obsessed with pink, princesses, and playing dress-up. Most girls are! As much as it pains me to buy this, every toddler girl LIGHTS UP when they see this. Who am I to deny pure joy?!
Radio Flyer Deluxe Steer & Stroll Trike
Radio Flyer bikes?! Yes! This one is perfect for toddlers learning how to ride a bike. I love the handle in the back for lazy parents like myself to easily push them along. That piece can also be removed once they are able to ride solo.
Hudson Baby Plush Blanket with Furry Binding & Back
Every kid has that one special security blanket that they sleep with every night and cannot be without. This blanket is perfect for that. They have a pink version and a blue version and they are SO SOFT! Even after several washes, they're still just as soft. Really affordable too, so I suggest grabbing a few backups in case it ever gets lost or ruined! #momhack
Kids Bathrobes for Girls Boys, Baby Toddler
A soft robe is perfect for staying nice and warm after a bath. It can be tough persuading a toddler to leave a warm bath for the cold air. Having a fun robe that is super soft and warm makes it a much easier transition. There are a ton of different prints for all kids!
LCD Doodle Board Drawing Tablet Educational
This is a great toy for learning how to draw and doodle without making a huge mess! Endless crayons and markers destroying your house is a thing of the past. This is a super fun little toy that's sure to keep your little ones busy and mess-free!
Star Night Light Projector for Kids
My daughter calls this her "egg" 😂 I guess it makes sense considering it kind of looks like an egg, but I can't help but call it an egg now! This helps so much with distracting them with something when they want to fight bedtime. It will turn their attention towards something else and also relax them to easily fall asleep. Turn this on and let them marvel at the cool stars and moons all over their walls.
Soyee Magnetic Blocks STEM Educational Toys
Magnetic tiles are similar to Lego's, but much easier for kids to use. I was amazed at the elaborate towers my kids were able to make! Usually, with Lego's, they would try but it was difficult to get the pieces to do exactly what they wanted. These are awesome for them to learn how to build!
Fire 7 Kids Edition Tablet
This baby is a game-changer. Wow, it is the perfect device for a kid in this day and age. If you're not opposed to kids having tablets, this is the one you want. I could sit here all day and rave about the features and add ons that come with it, but I'll let you read about it yourself. You won't regret it. Oh, and it's under $100. 😲 (And can be found on Black Friday at a significant discount!!!)
LeapFrog Chat and Count Emoji Phone
I love that they are now making toy phones that resemble cell phones. I mean, it makes sense. This one is really affordable and fun! All kids love play phones, and this one will NOT disappoint. It comes in pink and black also.
LeapFrog My Pal Violet (or Scout)
This interactive puppy comes in different colors for boys and girls. It's soft, but most importantly it's really interactive. You can customize it online and it will say your child's name! My daughter is still in awe every time. It also has an option for playing bedtime music for 5, 10, or 15 minutes. We use it every night. It also sings songs, counts, and a bunch of other fun stuff.
Hunter 3 Piece Kiddy Table and Chair Set
Having a designated kid table in your house is important. It's perfect for them to sit down and have a snack, or color, play, have a business meeting, whatever! (😆) I love having a designated space for them and their little activities.
Award Winner & Toy 11″ Baby Doll
Baby dolls are a favorite of little kids. It's a great way to teach compassion and for them to learn how to care for others. Kids love pretending to be a mommy, and this cute little doll is one that actually ISN'T creepy or super expensive. It's perfect! I also love that it has different ethnicities to choose from!
Melissa & Doug Wooden Latches Board
Busy boards. Keeps them occupied for hours! There's something about latches, switches, buttons, levers, hooks, knobs, etc. that just fascinate little ones. Keep them away from your plugs and light switches with this wonderful distraction!
5-in-1 Wooden Activity Play Cube
Activity cubes are a great way to occupy your little one's curious mind. It's just the right size, every side has a different activity, and it's excellent quality. Perfect for ages 1-2, but older kids enjoy it as well!
Melissa & Doug My Magnetic Daily Calendar
This magnetic daily calendar is PACKED with endless learning opportunities. It's a great way to teach months, days, weeks, years, weather, schedules, holidays, activities, and so much more! It also closes up like a little briefcase for easy keeping.
Melissa & Doug Latches Barn Toy
Another Melissa & Doug toy. If you haven't noticed, I'm a sucker for well made educational toys. I can only handle so much plastic before I lose my mind. I love that they create WOODEN toys. This one is a classic barnyard toy that all kids will love! It's sure the get the imagination going.
Melissa & Doug Birthday Party Cake
This wooden cake set is so fun for kids around 2-3 years old. Another fun toy to get their imaginations running!
The Original Reusable Water-Reveal Coloring Books
I LOVE these! Mostly because my kids can color/paint without making any sort of mess! The pen that comes with it gets filled with water, the water lightly wets the tip of the pen. Start drawing and the pages turn from black and white to color! So it feels like they're painting, and when the water dries it turns back to black and white! Endless fun, no mess. Perfection.
Baby GUND Princess Castle Stuffed Plush Playset
Soft plush princess castle, mirror, horse, and wand. Enough said. 🤷🏼♀
First 100 Words Board Book
This book is the perfect book for 1-year-olds learning how to talk. It has great images and colors and makes it really easy to teach them all kinds of fun words!
ABC for Me: ABC What Can She Be? Board Book
What a wonderful book to read to a little girl?! Honestly, I love this! Books are such a special opportunity to bond with your child and teach them something valuable in a fun and meaningful way. This book is made in all different categories, and they are really well made!
VTech Musical Rhymes Book
Here's another book disguised as a toy. It's great for kids around 1-year-old and is a great way to introduce books and music! Super fun.
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Piggy Bank
A cute and interactive piggy bank?! How fun! I feel like piggy banks are a thing of the past, but I'm so excited they brought it back! It's a great toy for kids around 1-2 years old, but older kids love it as well! It's also never too early to teach good money habits, so this may be the perfect way to start!
VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
This is perfect for the newly walking 1-year-olds! It's a fun and safe way for them to get used to their newfound skills and have a little safety net along the way. It's stacked with a bunch of fun buttons and toys, so it will keep them interested even after they become a walking machine!
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Game & Learn Controller
Another fun and interactive toy with lots of cool buttons, knobs, and switches! It's the perfect size for little hands to carry around. If there are any gamers in your family, this is fun for littles to "play along" and feel like they're included when Dad's playing video games. (Or Mom!)
Animal Adventure | Sweet Seats | Character Chair
HOW CUTE IS THIS CHAIR?! So fun for kids to have their own designated chair that's just their size. It's really soft, comes in all different colors and animals, and will be your child's new favorite place to hang out!
First Builders Big Building Bag
Lego's on steroids! These large building blocks are perfect for kids to learn how to stack and build. They're essentially entry-level Lego's.
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
I highly recommend including several books as Christmas gifts. This is another great book with an even better message.
Count the Animals!: A Fun Picture Puzzle Book
This is a fun book that really gets them involved and teaches animals and counting! It's great for any young toddler!
A Collection of Stories for 2-Year-Olds
I am absolutely OBSESSED with these books. They come in all different ages and include a TON of amazing stories tailored for that exact age. It has wonderful graphics, well-written stories, and they're amazing quality. These will be books you'll keep for generations.
PinkSheep Little Girl Jewel Rings in Box
This sweet little jewelry box is filled with all different styles of rings. They're so fun for little girls playing dress-up, or any child that just loves to add some jewelry to their wardrobe! Best for kids around 3 years old, but these will grow with them as well.
VTech Drop & Go Dump Truck
This little truck is so much fun for kids around the age of 1-2. Balls are always a favorite, and this has a little compartment for them to insert the balls and they get funneled into the back of the truck for them to do it all over again! (And again, and again, and again…) It teaches hand-eye-coordination and is a fun toy for developing little brains!
Remote Control Car Toys for Kids
Pushing buttons that actually do something! Every kid's dream. This is basically a remote control car that is tailored for younger kids around 2 years old. They are sure to be amazed.
LeapFrog Musical Rainbow Tea Party
What kid hasn't had a pretend tea party?! It's a right of passage for all kids! This one is really fun because it sings songs, makes a pouring sound when it's tilted in the pouring position, and even teaches colors and flavors with their matching cake!
Shape Sorter Geometric Block Sorting & Stacking
This wooden shape sorting toy is perfect for curious little minds learning coordination. It's a great toy that will keep them occupied for HOURS.
GoStock Friction Powered Cars Push and Go Construction Vehicles
Push and go cars. Another classic favorite of all kids. These cool little construction vehicles come with a set of 4 different trucks and do all sorts of cool stuff. Great for ages 1-2.
Princess Tent Girls Large Playhouse
Honestly, I don't even need to say anything. No explanation needed. A pink princess castle with lights. Mic drop.
LeapFrog Scoop & Learn Ice Cream Cart
This little ice cream cart is SO CUTE! Perfect for the growing imagination of 2-3-year-olds. The ice cream scoop even has a little magnet that grabs the scoops of ice cream and drops it on the cone. It's so fun to watch kids light up when they play with this toy!
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk
This one is a bit pricier than the other toys on this list. It's around $50, but it is WORTH IT. It's basically a little desk/activity station for your child. It has SO MANY activities for them to explore and keep them occupied with quality learning and fun! They will LOVE all the bells and whistles that come with this desk.
VTech KidiBeats Drum Set
No parent wants their kids to have a drum set. Luckily, this isn't anywhere near as loud or obnoxious as an actual drum set. This will be so fun for kids around 1-2 years old to learn music and satisfy their need to bang on stuff.
LeapFrog Shapes and Sharing Picnic Basket
Pretend food is always a fan favorite. All kids love to make-believe and let their imagination go wild. This cute little picnic basket is a really fun toy for that.
I hope this ultimate guide of the best gifts for toddlers helps you eliminate the stress and chaos of shopping, and makes your little slices of heaven SO HAPPY and excited for their new goodies!
Happy Holidays!!!
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The Guan Nan Big Mart is hands down my favorite stationery store so far in Taipei, Taiwan. Although they sell more than just stationery, and there are 3 floors.
I loved collecting sticker when I was younger, but never used them because I thought they were too pretty (not sure if any of you can relate?). So when I saw people using washi tapes (which was new to me) in their bullet journals. I couldn't help but buy a few myself. This time to actually use them and not just let them sit in a drawer somewhere.
I decided to give the Happiness Planner a try this year to test out different planners in the hopes of finding or creating the ultimate planner. Last year, things got really busy during the holidays and I found that I didn't even have time to create the pages in my bullet journal. Also, my friend had given me a Midori Notebook Diary 2017 as a present (the ones where you can scrapbook your week – like a travel journal). I loved it but that took up a lot of time to fill in the days and doodle or paste in ticket stubs and clippings from my daily adventures.
Mead Notebook Cambridge Edition
- Ruling: College ruled
- Paper amount: 80 Sheets
- Price: $8.99
- Binding: Wirebound
- Size: A5/5-7/8" x 8-1/4" (14.9cm x 20.9cm)
I had been in need of a new journal for a while, something to just write daily events in. My favorite journal to date has been the I Can't Sleep Inner Truth Journal by Knock Knock. It was just a fun journal. I liked the quotes and colors even though it was quite bulky at 7 x 9.5 inches.
Another previous journal that I tried using was a Northbooks notebook. But found it was not ideal for journaling (at least for me). The notebook itself is a quality notebook, which I will probably do a review on in the future. But the pages didn't lay flat so it was hard for me to write in. This bothered me since I couldn't use the full page and my pen would be uneven while I wrote.
For journaling, the paper quality is not as important to me. But the binding should allow the pages to lay flat so I can write from edge to edge. A bonus if it looks pretty, but everything else is optional for me. This is one of those journals I just want to write in and forget.


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Mr Rowley and Mr Green, an estate agent and a hotelier, the unsuccessful claimants in the first of the English Interest Rate Swap claims, have instructed the specialist financial services litigation team at Clarke Willmott LLP to appeal.
The appeal is from the judgment from the Manchester Mercantile court rejecting Messrs Rowley and Green's claim that they were negligently sold an Interest Rate Swap by The Royal Bank of Scotland. In dismissing the claim the judge held that:
1 No advice was given, only information. This is despite the bank's adviser being introduced as a specialist, a reference in the bank's file notes to the swap being "suitable" and the adviser later conceding that the claimants had not had "good advice".
2 The statement "Additional costs may be incurred in the event that the customer wishes to come out of this arrangement" was sufficient information and there was no need for the bank to explain the potential risks in any further detail.
The reference to "Additional costs" means little without an explanation of breakage costs, in this case running into hundreds of thousands of pounds. The claimants were effectively locked into a costly and disadvantageous contract.
Jon Green of Clarke Willmott LLP, Senior Associate and lead solicitor on the case said of the appeal "This appears to be a clear case of mis-selling, these were complex financial derivative products. Banks are required by the FSA to be clear and fair in their discussions with clients and to ensure that their clients understand the nature of the risks inherent in these products. It is clear to me that RBS failed to do that."
"In the Rubenstein case, we led the way to the Court of Appeal decision in favour of the wronged party and we are confident of putting another wrong decision right. This decision affects not just Messrs Rowley and Green but many Interest Rate Swap victims. If allowed to stand, the judgment will allow the whole Interest Rate Swap mis-selling episode to go uncorrected and countless businesses will be made insolvent and their owners will be bankrupted."
Clarke Willmott LLP is acting for numerous clients who have alleged that they were mis-sold Interest Rate Swaps.


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In March 2015 a new brand laptop of Apple by name MacBook was released with great USB accessories. Now let us discuss about some best MacBook USB-C accessories briefly:
Satechi 3 in 1 Combo Hub:
The 3 in 1 Combo Hub comes with a microSD card slot, an SD card slot and three USB 3.0 ports. In a single USB-C port all these three can be inserted at a time. The cost of this hub is only $35.
Anker Power Core + Portable Battery Pack:
It is used to charge the MacBook. The best version of battery pack is 20,100mAh, without any problem the battery of the MacBook can be charged via USB-C. The drawback in this is, it will deliver only around 15 watts, whereas MacBook charger will deliver up to 29 watts. So charging using Anker will consume twice the time of the MacBook charger.
USB-C Cables:
A regular USB-C 3.0 to USB-C or USB-C male to male cable can be gained by this and also you will get a USB 3.0 adapter in order to plug the USB devices easily. When compared to other brands, Monoprice is the best brand for manufacturing the cables. Also unique cables of this kind are also available.
SanDisk Dual USB-C Drive:
In this flash drive there are two USB plugs, one is USB-A plug and at the other end its USB-C plug. Files from MacBook files can be transferred to the drive and if you want to transfer those files again, then you can plug it to a regular USB port. The price of this drive is $40, which is 32GB model and it is a unique device that works handy for MacBook users.
Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter:
Satechi Combo Hub does not Contain HDMI port, to fulfill this requirement Apple has developed its own USB-C Digital AV adapter which comes with HDMI port along with a regular USB-C port.
Dell USB-C Adapter:
Among all brands of adapters, Dell USB-C is the best one according to many experts. It comes with Ethernet, VGA, HDMI, and regular USB. The price of it is $122 which is considered as worthy price.
Apple 29W USB-C Power Adapter
To charge the MacBook, Apple 29W USB-C power adapter is the best and reliable one, it is the great accessory of the MacBook. You will get the USB-C and charger separately; the price of it is $80. When compared to normal MagSafe charger, USB-C power adapter is best one.


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Girls athlete of the week
Lauren Gillespy
Lauren Gillespy shattered her school record with a 19:16 at the Melbourne Holy Trinity Fall Classic on Saturday. The senior finished seventh in the girls division. Her previous school record was set two years ago (19:46). She has the area's second-best time this year behind Matanzas' Hannah Loder (18:47).
First of all, when did you start cross country?
"I started my sophomore year in high school."
What made you want to run cross country?
"Actually, the cross country team at Lopez needed five runners to run in districts and they only had four, so I just came out for the team. I ran track my freshman year -- the 3,200, 1,600 and the 4x800 relay."
When did you realize you were good at it, and really started training hard?
"Probably during my sophomore year. I hadn't done any training before that. I just kind of came out and started working my way up. Then I was hurt last year. I got stress fractures in my hips and they took me out pretty much the whole year."
When did you start feeling the stress fractures?
"The end of my sophomore year at a track event, and it took me out for about eight months. I trained really hard that summer; about a month before the cross country season (her junior year) I got an MRI and it said I had a stress fracture."
Did you have a lot of physical therapy?
"I was at rehab and physical therapy two times a week, at least. Right now I still go to physical therapy at least once a month. It hasn't hurt since February. That's when I felt completely healed."
What was it like two years ago when you beat the school record?
"It was my first year (in cross country), and it was so exciting. I never in my mind thought that I would be able to beat that record until my senior year."
Was it sweeter to break the school record this time, since it was your own record you beat?
"I had been aiming for it for two years now. And I beat it by a lot."
How did you pull off a low 19 Saturday? Right conditions? Right pace?
"I think I was just well prepared. That's where I had my (personal record) my sophomore year. It was just good memories on the course, and I knew how my training was going, so I was confident."
What do you do for fun when you're not running?
"I really like to hang out with friends and go to the beach or go to someone's house. And I play basketball, so sometimes I do that with my friends."
Have you picked out a college yet?
"Not yet. I'm actually at Florida Atlantic right now (Tuesday). And I'm talking to Miami and a couple of (other) schools."
Kendal Casey, Creek swimming; Sarah Cole, University swimming; Jessica Deegan, Matanzas swimming; Rebecca Goodwin, Atlantic bowling; Shyla Lopez, Pine Ridge cross country; Isabella McCloskey, Seabreeze cross country; Shannon Murphy, NSB swimming; Erika Pifer, Lopez volleyball; Chloe Milthorpe, Creek volleyball; Brionna Simpkins, NSB cross country; Marlena Tolland, Lopez volleyball; Carolyne Vasconcellos, FPC swimming.


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HELTUN makes assessment visits to suppliers' facilities
In preparation for a ramp up in production, HELTUN's CEO accompanied by the Production Manager and Procurement Manager, visited the suppliers' facilities in China last week. The goal of the visit was to determine how well our partners' production and quality control processes conform with HELTUN's requirements.
"It is critical for us to know that the suppliers understand our business and share our vision for uncompromising quality", said Ashot Mashuryan, founder & CEO of HELTUN.
During the assessment tours, HELTUN representatives had an opportunity to discuss with the engineers how to streamline production, maximizing quality while reducing costs.
"This is an important initiative that paves the way for long-term and solid partnerships with our suppliers", Ashot Mashuryan said.
It is noteworthy to mention that HELTUN only sources separate parts and components from third-party suppliers, with the ultimate goal of organizing the final assembly of its smart home products in-house.


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Release jailed Uzbek ex-envoy: HRW
Uzbekistan has been called to release a retired envoy charged with treason who has been detained since December, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said.
Kadyr Yusupov quit the Foreign Ministry 10 years ago and is due to face trial on June 17. The rights group called for a probe into allegations of torture during the 67-year-old's time in custody.
"Uzbekistan's government is pursuing reform in some areas, including by issuing a decree to ban the use of torture," said Steve Swerdlow, HRW's Central Asian researcher. "But no amount of progress on paper can be successful when the rule of law is blatantly disregarded, and people are in practice subject to torture."
During his 27-year career, Yusupov was the Uzbek head of mission to the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) among other positions. After his retirement in 2009, he published analysis on Uzbek foreign and domestic policy, leading to the current charges of treason.
Yusupov was arrested in hospital, where he was being treated after an apparent suicide attempt.
The former diplomat's lawyer and relatives were refused access to him for nearly five months after his arrest and the authorities pressured Yusupov to reject legal representation.
Visits were only allowed after international media coverage of Yusupov's incarceration.
Yusupov's relatives claim that two security agents entered his cell two or three times a day and threatened that if he did not admit his guilt, they would rape him using a rubber baton, rape his wife and daughter, and arrest his two sons, one of whom lives overseas.
His family claims that he was denied access to prescription medication and that Temur Yusupov, Yusupov's younger son, was prevented from leaving Uzbekistan at the Kazakh border.
In November 2017, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree prohibiting the courts from using evidence obtained with torture.
"There are serious allegations, including torture, denial of access to medication and counsel, and harassment of Yusupov's family, that should be investigated immediately," Swerdlow told the media. "Under international law and Uzbekistan's own domestic framework, no prosecution can be built on torture. Yusupov should be released and those who ill-treated him brought to justice."
HRW said other political prisoners who had been subjected to torture included academic Andrei Kubatin, who had been held since 2017, and ex-soldier Ravshan Kosimov, who had been detained since 2009.
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When I was younger, I played a lot of simple games. I clearly remember getting a CD with a collection of old games, including Dangerous Dave and Skunny the Squirrel games. In between playing Civilization games and Sims games and my NES, I played these quite often. These games weren't the most sophisticated by any means, nor were they even great, but they made me smile and they were oddly relaxing and had short play times for when I wanted to play a game,, but didn't have enough time to invest in a longer game (I was a busy kid with a bedtime, after all). After playing the Pirate Pop Plus, I can say, this game would have fit right in with those nostalgic titles I enjoyed in that obscure collection of odd computer games. It is not the most sophisticated, complex or story driven game, but it brought me a relaxing, enjoyable time.
Pirate Pop Plus is the newest title by 13AM Games, developers of Runbow and aims to recreate a classic arcade game from the late '80s. In this game you are the pirate, Pete Jr., who after waking up discovers that his arch nemesis, Bubble Pirate has trapped the local townsfolk in his devious bubbles. Pete Jr. must grab his anchor, and battle it out with Bubble Pirate to save the locals and of course, collect treasure. You pop bubbles without being hit and hurt by them all while being thrown off by Bubble Pirate's anti gravity device that will send you flying around the screen. This is a game of endurance to see how long you can go and how many points and coins you can collect. You can use the coin to customize your portable game border. You can add stickers, change the color of the system, or you can try to test your skill on the "hyper" difficulty and see what new treasures await. You also can obtain weapons to shoot the bubbles more effectively and could save Pete Jr.'s life.
As far as simple games go, there are definitely worse games than this one. The gameplay was smooth with the exception of Pete Jr sometimes moving too fast or too far to make precise movem
ents and avoid bubbles or shoot my anchor correctly to hit the target. In spite of some flaws, this game still had me playing and trying to unlock my favorite colors and decals and even to see just how far I could go. Along with games like snake, Dangerous Dave and other repetitive simple games, this game is addictive. I feel some might get bored of the repetitive nature of the game and to some it may not be worth the money, as it seems like something to be played on the original Gameboy or an older cell phone, but for those who grew up with these types of games and looks back fondly on them, it is worth it for some quick, fun gameplay and cute pixel art.
Pirate Pop plus may seem out of place in 2016, but it is a game that is addictive and entertaining for someone looking for a quick fix after a busy day. While it may not be to everyone's taste, I had a fun trip down memory lane, back to those days I explored little unknown games that were unique and quirky. This game has beautiful art, a love of old arcade games and plenty of things to unlock and scores to beat to keep you playing. If you can spare the $5 on steam, Wii U or New 3ds and enjoy old arcade style games, I recommend it, but unless you are a fan of this particular type of game, it may be a pass in favor of something slightly more fulfilling.


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Athletic Youth Teams Win 3 Preseason Tournaments Over Impressive Weekend
Lezama is highly regarded throughout the world as one of the best youth academies in all of football. Naturally, Athletic youth teams are invited to participate in tournaments every summer and this weekend three groups competed and won preseason cups with impressive performances.
Athletic's Juvenil A team participated in the Torneo Juvenil Noble Villa de Portugalete which included other clubs like Barcelona, Eibar, Alavés, and Racing. The Kumeak defeated a Portugalete selection followed by Racing to book their place in the final where they beat Alavés 3-0 to lift the cup. Juvenil A didn't concede a single goal throughout their three matches and captain Kepa Uriarte was recognized as the tournament's best player.
Likewise, Athletic's Juvenil B team didn't have to travel very far either as they competed in the 7th edition of the Torneo de Feria de Fútbul hosted by La Cañada Atlético. The opening match against the hosts would finish 2-2 but Athletic managed to advance on penalties. Athletic would then defeat Almeria 1-0 in the final to win their own cup.
Lastly, Athletic's Cadete A team flew all the way to St. Petersburg for the Morozov Cup where they were beaten in last summer's final by Benfica. The Kumeak topped their group with wins over Olympiacos, Juventus, and a draw against Zenit before defeating RB Leipzig 1-0 to set up a rematch with Benfica in the final on Sunday. It was another difficult match for Athletic who beat Benfica 1-0 to lift the cup in Russia.
It's been a truly spectacular weekend for Lezama. Not only did all three youth teams win their cup tournaments, but CD Basconia also kicked off their league campaign on Saturday with a 3-2 win over Sodupe. Bilbao Athletic will get their season underway on Sunday evening with a trip to Haro Deportivo where a win would put the finishing touches on a perfect weekend.


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Microsoft Convergence 2015 – Opening Keynote
Today over 12,000 packed into the Phillips Arena to hear the opening keynote delivered by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Microsoft Executive Vice President of Business Solutions Kirill Tatarinov.
The takeaway them of the keynotes was:
Empowering people and organizations
There were some key announcements or demos from today's keynote. These were:
- Office Delve
- Microsoft Social Engagement
- Azure IoT Suite
- InsideSales for Dynamics CRM
- Dynamics CRM Spring '15 Preview ('Carina')
- OneNote integration with Dynamics CRM
- Skype for Business Preview
- Office 2016 Preview
- Surface Hub
- Power BI
Full details of the announcements can be found by reading the formal press release from Microsoft here: http://news.microsoft.com/2015/03/16/microsoft-empowers-business-transformation/
You can listen to the keynote video via this link: http://news.microsoft.com/convergence2015/
I captured some slides of these announcements or demos. These are shown below.
Office Delve
Microsoft Social Engagement (formally known as Microsoft Social Listening)
Azure IoT Suite
Inside Sales
Dynamics CRM Spring '15 Preview ('Carina')
OneNote Integration with Dynamics CRM
Skype for Business (Formally known as Lync)
Office 2016 Preview
Surface Hub
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Key Duplication
Your Fast and Affordable Key Maker
Home lockouts are frustrating, and in most cases, they're entirely avoidable. Having a spare key made and leaving it with a trusted neighbor or installing a lockbox outside of your home where a key can be safely stored are simple ways to avoid the panic and inconvenience of a lockout.
At Jensen Locksmithing, we specialize in providing a full array of locksmith services, including key duplication services. Our locksmiths have the tools and training necessary to provide high-quality keys that outperform keys that are created in self-service key cutting kiosks. We are certified, insured, and registered, and we are members of 1-800-Unlocks, Fair Trade Locksmith Directory, and NASTF.
Our qualifications make us uniquely capable of providing exception key duplicates that are accurate, affordable, and precise.
It's no wonder that customers consistently choose our keys when they need keys that are durable, long-lasting, and work without fail.
When you need car keys, house keys, boat keys, RV keys, antique or skeleton keys, do not duplicate keys, or high-security keys, please keep us in mind.
Key Duplication Tips From The Pros
DO Keep at Least One Extra Key on Hand
Unless you regularly misplace your keys, you may not spend much time thinking about the importance of having a spare on hand. However, lockouts can happen to anyone. Having an extra key made now can save you a lot of frustration, time, and money in the future.
DON'T Make a Copy of a Copy of a Copy
To function properly, the keys need to be precise. Over time and after thousands of uses, the teeth and grooves of a key become worn down. A little bit of wear is acceptable; the key will usually still open the lock, even if a little bit of jiggling is necessary. However, when a copy of a worn key is made, the new key has all the same signs of wear as the old key, including worn blades, grooves, and teeth. If a copy of that key is made, the flaws in the previous generations of keys become permanent. That key's life expectancy will be significantly shorter and after it's worn down even a little, it won't work for the lock.
DO Make Sure that the Correct Key Blank Is Used
Keys are typically made from brass or a brass-nickel alloy. Ensuring that your key is made from the correct material is important for ensuring accuracy. There are also countless different key blanks, including the Kwikset KW1, Schlage SC1, Best BE2, and Arrow AR1, just to name a few. An experienced locksmith chooses the right blank to ensure that the finished product is as close to the original as possible.
DON'T Use Key Cutting Kiosks
Key cutting kiosks have surged in popularity, and it's easy to see why. They're convenient and they're easy to find in virtually any hardware store or grocery store. However, they are actually pretty expensive and there's no guarantee that these machines are regularly calibrated or well-maintained over time, which directly impacts the quality of the keys they make. A locksmith's key machine is carefully calibrated to ensure flawless cuts, so customers are guaranteed a key that works perfectly for their lock.
Contact Jensen Locksmithing Today
At Jensen Locksmithing, we are a mobile locksmith that provides 24-hour service to the residents of La Verkin and the surrounding area. We can duplicate virtually any type of key, including desk keys, laser cut keys, antique keys, and skeleton keys. To learn more about our key duplication service for your home, RV, boat, or aircraft, contact us today.