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Without question, great teams help create great results. But how do you create great teams, especially during start-up when you have to hire a lot of staff at once and have a lot of other priorities competing for your attention?
Marissa Elliott, Start-Up Program Administrator, and Telecare's start-up team have offered four strategies below that have been particularly helpful at Telecare.
1. Have clinical experts on the hiring panel.
From the moment Telecare is awarded a program, our human resources department starts working with the start-up team to begin recruiting. Candidates are pre-screened and vetted first by the HR team. Then, they are reviewed by a specialized team of clinical experts from a variety of mental health backgrounds. The team's hands-on expertise makes it easier for them to identify candidates that are a strong fit for the exact needs of the job. We look at both skills and recovery mindset to find our best candidates.
2. Bring leaders on early to help establish a strong recovery culture.
To build a culture conducive to recovery and in line with customer and Telecare standards, we hire program leadership positions up to one month earlier than all other staff. This enables these new program leaders to shadow a more seasoned leader in a sister program at Telecare. There, they get to see how things work in a program similar to the one they'll be running. They also learn about the recovery approach at Telecare, including our attention to power dynamics, respect, non-judgment, individual uniqueness, and motivation. This helps them create a strong recovery culture with their own staff during orientation.
“When you find that fit, when you find someone who believes in Telecare and who is willing to take the reins, understands that patient safety is important, who wants to be involved and who wants to do a good job, it’s a huge sigh of relief and sense of accomplishment,” said Marissa.
3. Invest in tailored orientations that help teams bond, learn, and prepare.
Orientation is a critical time to build a team, develop skills, and prepare new staff for the hands-on work of serving clients and managing the day-to-day elements of a successful program. Telecare's program orientations include many segments and are tailored based on the program type. Staff are trained in CPI, have a refresher course in psychology, and learn our methods on treatment planning, substance abuse counseling, and documentation. The bulk of the orientation is done before a program opens, but we’ve also learned that a few components are better taught after a program opens its doors and staff are more familiar with how Telecare operates.
4. Put really good support systems in place.
To be successful in the long-term, a program needs to work well on multiple levels: clinical, community relations, technological, financial, regulatory, staffing, training, etc. To help programs succeed, Telecare relies on corporate supports that can help take some of the load off program leaders and staff so they they can stay focused on the critical work of serving clients. These corporate supports are put in place during the first phase of start-up, but stay with the programs indefinitely, after they've transitioned into stand-alone operations.

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without question, great teams help create great results. but how do you create great teams, especially during start-up when you have to hire a lot of staff at once and have a lot of other priorities competing for your attention?
marissa elliott, start-up program administrator, and telecare's start-up team have offered four strategies below that have been particularly helpful at telecare.
1. have clinical experts on the hiring panel.
from the moment telecare is awarded a program, our human resources department starts working with the start-up team to begin recruiting. candidates are pre-screened and vetted first by the hr team. then, they are reviewed by a specialized team of clinical experts from a variety of mental health backgrounds. the team's hands-on expertise makes it easier for them to identify candidates that are a strong fit for the exact needs of the job. we look at both skills and recovery mindset to find our best candidates.
2. bring leaders on early to help establish a strong recovery culture.
to build a culture conducive to recovery and in line with customer and telecare standards, we hire program leadership positions up to one month earlier than all other staff. this enables these new program leaders to shadow a more seasoned leader in a sister program at telecare. there, they get to see how things work in a program similar to the one they'll be running. they also learn about the recovery approach at telecare, including our attention to power dynamics, respect, non-judgment, individual uniqueness, and motivation. this helps them create a strong recovery culture with their own staff during orientation.
“when you find that fit, when you find someone who believes in telecare and who is willing to take the reins, understands that patient safety is important, who wants to be involved and who wants to do a good job, it’s a huge sigh of relief and sense of accomplishment,” said marissa.
3. invest in tailored orientations that help teams bond, learn, and prepare.
orientation is a critical time to build a team, develop skills, and prepare new staff for the hands-on work of serving clients and managing the day-to-day elements of a successful program. telecare's program orientations include many segments and are tailored based on the program type. staff are trained in cpi, have a refresher course in psychology, and learn our methods on treatment planning, substance abuse counseling, and documentation. the bulk of the orientation is done before a program opens, but we’ve also learned that a few components are better taught after a program opens its doors and staff are more familiar with how telecare operates.
4. put really good support systems in place.
to be successful in the long-term, a program needs to work well on multiple levels: clinical, community relations, technological, financial, regulatory, staffing, training, etc. to help programs succeed, telecare relies on corporate supports that can help take some of the load off program leaders and staff so they they can stay focused on the critical work of serving clients. these corporate supports are put in place during the first phase of start-up, but stay with the programs indefinitely, after they've transitioned into stand-alone operations.


text: The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is a highly versatile compact sports-sedan that can tackle just about any type of road or track you throw at it. With its rally-inspired performance and design, it’s potential is quite limitless. There are numerous aftermarket performance parts made for the EVO, and no matter how mild or wild you go with the build, keeping it COOL is vital.

lowercased: the mitsubishi lancer evolution is a highly versatile compact sports-sedan that can tackle just about any type of road or track you throw at it. with its rally-inspired performance and design, it’s potential is quite limitless. there are numerous aftermarket performance parts made for the evo, and no matter how mild or wild you go with the build, keeping it cool is vital.


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On the Fox News' host's Tuesday night show, O'Reilly offered his own fact check on Obama's statements, and as you'd expect, they veered into the uncomfortable territory of, "Yeah, they were slaves, but..."
As shareholders prepare for annual meetings, the fast-food industry has the greatest CEO-to-worker pay disparity in our economy, with ratios exceeding 1,000-to-1, according to a new study released by Demos.
Unless the courts or its governor steps in, a Mississippi woman will be executed for murder her son has repeatedly confessed to committing.
According to the Longview News-Journal, the town of Longview, Texas has decided to pay Nugent $16,250, half of his his fee, not to perform at their upcoming Independence Day celebration.
Richard Sherman, the outspoken Seahawks defender who came under heavy criticism for his firey post-game interview, said that the only thing that he regretted was that it distracted the media and fans from the play of his teammates and the victory he’d earned.
The A&E channel says "Duck Dynasty" patriarch Phil Robertson is off the show indefinitely after condemning gays as sinners in a magazine interview. In a statement Wednesday, A&E said it was extremely disappointed to read Robertson's comments in GQ magazine.

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on the fox news' host's tuesday night show, o'reilly offered his own fact check on obama's statements, and as you'd expect, they veered into the uncomfortable territory of, "yeah, they were slaves, but..."
as shareholders prepare for annual meetings, the fast-food industry has the greatest ceo-to-worker pay disparity in our economy, with ratios exceeding 1,000-to-1, according to a new study released by demos.
unless the courts or its governor steps in, a mississippi woman will be executed for murder her son has repeatedly confessed to committing.
according to the longview news-journal, the town of longview, texas has decided to pay nugent $16,250, half of his his fee, not to perform at their upcoming independence day celebration.
richard sherman, the outspoken seahawks defender who came under heavy criticism for his firey post-game interview, said that the only thing that he regretted was that it distracted the media and fans from the play of his teammates and the victory he’d earned.
the a&e channel says "duck dynasty" patriarch phil robertson is off the show indefinitely after condemning gays as sinners in a magazine interview. in a statement wednesday, a&e said it was extremely disappointed to read robertson's comments in gq magazine.


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We are an all in one solution for office refurbishment in the business industry.
We are one of the leading providers when it comes to office refurbishment and office fit-out services. As such, we have developed a full set of quality services.
Whether you’re someone who needs a single room or a whole building refurbished, you needn’t look further. In the following section, we’ll provide a brief overview of each of our services.
● Office Space Design – We provide space design services concerning the mentioned requirements. What that means is that our proposals are made to meet the unique wishes of our clients.
We can produce various concept drawings (including 3D visualisations). That way, we ensure that we know what our clients want. Once we have an idea, we realise it by implementing our relevant knowledge regarding space design.
● Workspace Planning – We understand that each project has to start with an appropriate plan. That’s why we offer our space planning services to our clients. Our team closely listens to the clients.
They make sure that they memorise and work on each little detail. Such details, for example, include seating arrangements, specific furniture wishes, lighting options. We offer free consultations to our potential clients. That way, we hope to aid them further in that regard.
● Fit-Out Office Refurbishment – Our company works on providing all the necessary equipment and final decorations to our clients. With our fit-out service, you don’t have to deal with different designers.
We will assign a dedicated Manager who will work individually on your project. We’ll handle everything by keeping each partner updated.
● Office Relocation – Hub WorkSpaces ensures that it provides the right removal services as well. These services include professional workers, right packing materials, and safe vehicles.
We guarantee that our clients won’t lose their valuables during the relocation process. The service is cost efficient and effective. With our resources and experience, the removal of business offices is as safe as it can be.
● Project Management – We always like to plan for each project. That includes making a detailed plan for each future procedure. Moreover, that allows us to set goals and timescales. These are useful because they help us with daily arrangements.
It’s quite common to encounter problems during the planning process. Our workers specialise themselves in finding the potential risks. To avoid these problems, we make sure that we consult and work closely with our client at all times.
● Aftercare Services – Since we know how difficult settling into a new space can be, we offer our maintenance services as well. What that means is that we prevent your place from being worn out. Moreover, we effectively increase the performance of the workplace.
That gets done by carrying out all the necessary tweaks under your maintenance contract. Our maintenance team knows how to do things correctly. Therefore, you can rest assured that the office is in good hands.
We have separate sections for each of these services available on the website. If you want to know more about them, head over there. Whether you’re someone who is in need of a particular service or the whole ‘’package’’, we have what you seek.

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we are an all in one solution for office refurbishment in the business industry.
we are one of the leading providers when it comes to office refurbishment and office fit-out services. as such, we have developed a full set of quality services.
whether you’re someone who needs a single room or a whole building refurbished, you needn’t look further. in the following section, we’ll provide a brief overview of each of our services.
● office space design – we provide space design services concerning the mentioned requirements. what that means is that our proposals are made to meet the unique wishes of our clients.
we can produce various concept drawings (including 3d visualisations). that way, we ensure that we know what our clients want. once we have an idea, we realise it by implementing our relevant knowledge regarding space design.
● workspace planning – we understand that each project has to start with an appropriate plan. that’s why we offer our space planning services to our clients. our team closely listens to the clients.
they make sure that they memorise and work on each little detail. such details, for example, include seating arrangements, specific furniture wishes, lighting options. we offer free consultations to our potential clients. that way, we hope to aid them further in that regard.
● fit-out office refurbishment – our company works on providing all the necessary equipment and final decorations to our clients. with our fit-out service, you don’t have to deal with different designers.
we will assign a dedicated manager who will work individually on your project. we’ll handle everything by keeping each partner updated.
● office relocation – hub workspaces ensures that it provides the right removal services as well. these services include professional workers, right packing materials, and safe vehicles.
we guarantee that our clients won’t lose their valuables during the relocation process. the service is cost efficient and effective. with our resources and experience, the removal of business offices is as safe as it can be.
● project management – we always like to plan for each project. that includes making a detailed plan for each future procedure. moreover, that allows us to set goals and timescales. these are useful because they help us with daily arrangements.
it’s quite common to encounter problems during the planning process. our workers specialise themselves in finding the potential risks. to avoid these problems, we make sure that we consult and work closely with our client at all times.
● aftercare services – since we know how difficult settling into a new space can be, we offer our maintenance services as well. what that means is that we prevent your place from being worn out. moreover, we effectively increase the performance of the workplace.
that gets done by carrying out all the necessary tweaks under your maintenance contract. our maintenance team knows how to do things correctly. therefore, you can rest assured that the office is in good hands.
we have separate sections for each of these services available on the website. if you want to know more about them, head over there. whether you’re someone who is in need of a particular service or the whole ‘’package’’, we have what you seek.


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We offer commingled strategies to enable clients to invest in hedge fund solutions directly alongside the family offices of our founders. Our team executes a rigorous investment process of manager sourcing and screening, due diligence, portfolio construction, and monitoring. We couple this investment discipline with comprehensive operational due diligence. We source managers who have a proven track record, discernible research edge, repeatable investment process, sound business model, and full alignment of interests. We invest only with a limited number of these sourced managers and believe that ultimate diversification comes from the aggregation of their underlying portfolios. In our commingled strategies, we are constantly and consistently evaluating each manager to maximize the overall return-to-risk potential. There are three distinct commingled strategies, including long/short equity, global macro, and absolute return.
Within the hedge fund industry, long/short equity is the oldest and most prevalent strategy. We are attracted to the fundamental building blocks of this strategy with the belief that strong security selection, both long and short, leads to superior performance with limited directional market risk. We invest only with a limited number of managers who deliver alpha-oriented returns and who are uncorrelated complements to each other in a long-term, multi-manager portfolio. We believe this approach provides unique, active equity diversification within sophisticated asset allocations for individuals and institutions.
Utilizing both a top-down and bottoms-up approach, we believe our asset allocation is differentiated in the global macro marketplace. Our approach is to generally allocate around half of the fund to discretionary, fundamental managers who are able to adapt quickly to changing market environments. These managers exhibit similar return objectives, but historically have provided more consistency of returns, while lessening volatility and drawdowns. Additionally, we search for the best managers available, with a focus on relatively undiscovered or “niche” managers. The majority of our managers are small in asset size, but deep in experience and talent. By constructing a portfolio that allocates to these focused managers while also tilting to discretionary, fundamental strategies, we believe we are well-positioned to produce excellent risk-adjusted returns over the long-term.
We believe in building a diversified portfolio capable of generating consistent returns across a broad range of market environments. We are focused on delivering risk-adjusted returns with moderate volatility and correlation to traditional markets. We generally allocate to four sub-strategies – hedged equity, event-driven, relative value, and global macro. Based on our past experience and judgment, we focus on optimal, long-term allocation among these strategies to maximize portfolio diversification.

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we offer commingled strategies to enable clients to invest in hedge fund solutions directly alongside the family offices of our founders. our team executes a rigorous investment process of manager sourcing and screening, due diligence, portfolio construction, and monitoring. we couple this investment discipline with comprehensive operational due diligence. we source managers who have a proven track record, discernible research edge, repeatable investment process, sound business model, and full alignment of interests. we invest only with a limited number of these sourced managers and believe that ultimate diversification comes from the aggregation of their underlying portfolios. in our commingled strategies, we are constantly and consistently evaluating each manager to maximize the overall return-to-risk potential. there are three distinct commingled strategies, including long/short equity, global macro, and absolute return.
within the hedge fund industry, long/short equity is the oldest and most prevalent strategy. we are attracted to the fundamental building blocks of this strategy with the belief that strong security selection, both long and short, leads to superior performance with limited directional market risk. we invest only with a limited number of managers who deliver alpha-oriented returns and who are uncorrelated complements to each other in a long-term, multi-manager portfolio. we believe this approach provides unique, active equity diversification within sophisticated asset allocations for individuals and institutions.
utilizing both a top-down and bottoms-up approach, we believe our asset allocation is differentiated in the global macro marketplace. our approach is to generally allocate around half of the fund to discretionary, fundamental managers who are able to adapt quickly to changing market environments. these managers exhibit similar return objectives, but historically have provided more consistency of returns, while lessening volatility and drawdowns. additionally, we search for the best managers available, with a focus on relatively undiscovered or “niche” managers. the majority of our managers are small in asset size, but deep in experience and talent. by constructing a portfolio that allocates to these focused managers while also tilting to discretionary, fundamental strategies, we believe we are well-positioned to produce excellent risk-adjusted returns over the long-term.
we believe in building a diversified portfolio capable of generating consistent returns across a broad range of market environments. we are focused on delivering risk-adjusted returns with moderate volatility and correlation to traditional markets. we generally allocate to four sub-strategies – hedged equity, event-driven, relative value, and global macro. based on our past experience and judgment, we focus on optimal, long-term allocation among these strategies to maximize portfolio diversification.


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Advantage Racing Products has been active in the R/C Racing Community since 2004, and have won multiple ROAR National Championships. We provide an array of competitive racing products for your R/C vehicle — including Air Filters, Ball Bearings, Clutch Shoes, Pinion Gears, and other accessories! Get the Advantage!
Advantage Racing Products was started in Utah by Tony Newland, and had a very strong following among Northwestern United States racers. This following quickly spread across the country and world. Advantage initially offered products such as Cradock Brakes, Pipe Springs, Tire Glue, and of course the famous 1/8 Buggy Spoke Wheels.
Advantage Racing Products branched out into the cut-throat 1/8 Buggy Tire industry…they participated in the testing and design of DLD tires (France), and imported the tires and closed cell foams to the United States.
Advantage Racing Products grew quickly as a result of the high quality products offered, as well as a highly effective marketing strategy which included features and promotion in high quality R/C videos, a next level website, striking magazine advertisements, solid racer support, and a strong grassroots following.
Advantage Racing Products was sold in 2007 to Jon Martin (owner of Carolinas RC) and moved to Charlotte, NC. The successful CRC Ball Bearing products were immediately added to Advantage’s product line, and quickly became our best selling products. The precision steel bearings were proven to be durable, high quality, and long lasting, and were used exclusively by several professional drivers in numerous RC PRO, ROAR Nationals and IFMAR Worlds races.
In 2008 we completed our testing on Ceramic Ball Bearings, and started offering a full line of ceramic bearings to support most major 1/8 and 1/10 vehicles. We also added several new products to our offerings, including Brakes, Threadlock, Pipe Gaskets, and others. Advantage made the decision to step out of the 1/8 Buggy Tire industry due to increasing competition, changing tire and wheel sizes, and unfavorable import and exchange costs.

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advantage racing products has been active in the r/c racing community since 2004, and have won multiple roar national championships. we provide an array of competitive racing products for your r/c vehicle — including air filters, ball bearings, clutch shoes, pinion gears, and other accessories! get the advantage!
advantage racing products was started in utah by tony newland, and had a very strong following among northwestern united states racers. this following quickly spread across the country and world. advantage initially offered products such as cradock brakes, pipe springs, tire glue, and of course the famous 1/8 buggy spoke wheels.
advantage racing products branched out into the cut-throat 1/8 buggy tire industry…they participated in the testing and design of dld tires (france), and imported the tires and closed cell foams to the united states.
advantage racing products grew quickly as a result of the high quality products offered, as well as a highly effective marketing strategy which included features and promotion in high quality r/c videos, a next level website, striking magazine advertisements, solid racer support, and a strong grassroots following.
advantage racing products was sold in 2007 to jon martin (owner of carolinas rc) and moved to charlotte, nc. the successful crc ball bearing products were immediately added to advantage’s product line, and quickly became our best selling products. the precision steel bearings were proven to be durable, high quality, and long lasting, and were used exclusively by several professional drivers in numerous rc pro, roar nationals and ifmar worlds races.
in 2008 we completed our testing on ceramic ball bearings, and started offering a full line of ceramic bearings to support most major 1/8 and 1/10 vehicles. we also added several new products to our offerings, including brakes, threadlock, pipe gaskets, and others. advantage made the decision to step out of the 1/8 buggy tire industry due to increasing competition, changing tire and wheel sizes, and unfavorable import and exchange costs.


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The Southern All Star Dirt Racing Series will begin its 33rd year of sanctioning Super Late Model racing across the southeast with the release of the 2016 working schedule that has 18 races set for now with the addition of more races as dates are being worked out.
The season opens up on Saturday & Sunday February 27th & 28th at the Cochran Speedway in Cochran, GA., for a pair of $5,000 to win 50 lap events. The last time the series was at Cochran was 2010 and former series champion Ivedent Lloyd Jr of Ocala, FL., took the checkered flag. Cochran Speedway will also host a $4,000 to win event on July 3rd.
that will pay $5,000 to win April 23rd & September 17th. Talladega Short Track in Eastaboga, AL., is back on schedule for 2016 with four races, the annual NASCAR weekends on April 30th & October 22nd, as well as the B J Parker Memorial on June 11th and the Michael Head Jr Memorial August 6th will pay $4,000 to win.
New to the series this year will be two events set up for the Senoia Raceway in Senoia, GA., on May 14th paying $4,000 to win and July 2nd the Billy Clanton Memorial paying $5,025. Volunteer Speedway in Bulls Gap, TN., will host the Scott Sexton Memorial on May 21st, the Tennessee National Raceway in Hohenwald, TN., will be back for a $4,000 to win event on May 28th.
The biggest purse so far this season on the schedule is set for the Magnolia Motor Speedway in Columbus, MS., with the Annual Governors Cup paying $10,000 to win and $1,000 to start on July 15th & 16th and the East Alabama Motor Speedway is back with the Alabama State Championships on September 24th & 25th with a pair of $4,000 to win events.
All these events are subject to change as well as events to be added.

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the southern all star dirt racing series will begin its 33rd year of sanctioning super late model racing across the southeast with the release of the 2016 working schedule that has 18 races set for now with the addition of more races as dates are being worked out.
the season opens up on saturday & sunday february 27th & 28th at the cochran speedway in cochran, ga., for a pair of $5,000 to win 50 lap events. the last time the series was at cochran was 2010 and former series champion ivedent lloyd jr of ocala, fl., took the checkered flag. cochran speedway will also host a $4,000 to win event on july 3rd.
that will pay $5,000 to win april 23rd & september 17th. talladega short track in eastaboga, al., is back on schedule for 2016 with four races, the annual nascar weekends on april 30th & october 22nd, as well as the b j parker memorial on june 11th and the michael head jr memorial august 6th will pay $4,000 to win.
new to the series this year will be two events set up for the senoia raceway in senoia, ga., on may 14th paying $4,000 to win and july 2nd the billy clanton memorial paying $5,025. volunteer speedway in bulls gap, tn., will host the scott sexton memorial on may 21st, the tennessee national raceway in hohenwald, tn., will be back for a $4,000 to win event on may 28th.
the biggest purse so far this season on the schedule is set for the magnolia motor speedway in columbus, ms., with the annual governors cup paying $10,000 to win and $1,000 to start on july 15th & 16th and the east alabama motor speedway is back with the alabama state championships on september 24th & 25th with a pair of $4,000 to win events.
all these events are subject to change as well as events to be added.


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The weather changed yesterday, and not for the better. We went from nice sunny and relatively warm days, back to what feels like the end of winter again. Cold, rain, and fresh mud.
But as you know, Ollie has to go out, and today was no exception. So from 1:15 until 3:15, I set off walking around his usual favourite spots, wrapped up against the cold showers, and big boots on for the mud. On the third, or perhaps fourth, circuit of Hoe Rough, I spotted a plump male pheasant ahead of us, on the smaller side path. His vibrant plumage stood out magnificently in the gloom, and he seemed to be about some very important pheasant business, strutting purposefully along the path.
Ollie spotted him too, and without a heartbeat’s hesitation, took off at speed, his approach muffled by the soggy ground. I had no fear for Mr Pheasant. They usually fly off long before Ollie gets to within three feet of them, and I suspect my dog sees it as a game that he never wins. But on this occasion, whatever was preoccupying the stout game bird had diverted his attention long enough for Ollie to suddenly be upon him. With a loud fluttering of wings, and a characteristic pheasant squawk, the bird barely escaped from between Ollie’s paws, colliding with some small branches as he took off vertically into a nearby tree.
I was left lamenting the fact that we almost had pheasant for dinner tonight, and the bird lived to fight another day.
So it’s back to my planned meal of chicken and chorizo paella instead.
I’m sure it will be tasty enough.
Mixed emotions, I’m sure. Gorgeous photo. Best to you, Pete.
It’s a good one! Best to you.
I feel your pain regarding the weather Pete. We had a couple of inches of snow the beginning of the week. Happy April Fools Day indeed!
I have never eaten pheasant although when we were driving to Centre Parcs last Friday we saw several of them pootling about and also several chaps with shotguns all dressed up obviously on the hunt for them.
I’m up for eating almost anything… I’ve just never had the opportunity.
That bird is lucky, Ollie didn’t get him.
Jackie caught one once, mid flight as it was taking off, very impressive jump and catch.
I had to wrestle to get it off her and in the end, after plucking it, I let her have it.
I also caught one when I went pheasant beating in my teens, a lucky swing of the stick. I was allowed to keep it as well as pick up my wages for the day, £15 or a brace of pheasants.
Chicken and chorizo sounds much better than pheasant! But well done to Ollie for trying.
Sport is always useful for health, for animals too. Ollie seems is a real hunter. Our cat – demissed 2012 – one day had a pheasant for meal. We only found some feathers in an old shed.
This article was a pheasant surprise!
Thanks Pete. This kindled memories. My granddad used to try and catch them. He was a hungry 30s child so an expert forager….
HA! So close to a nice fresh meal!
What a lovely picture of the pheasant. I don’t think our dog minds birds but he’s out patrolling the garden for foxes. They have made a big tunnel under the fence. I tried to block it with flower pots as if they can get through so can he and we have already had to fetch him back from a garden in the next street.Trouble is, as soon as I block one hole they dig another one!
He has just had his summer haircut and looks very sleek – not the woolly dog in the previous photos.
Once I have sorted out my new phone I’ll take another picture.
I have never seen a pheasant (in the wild). I was married to an avid hunter but never had the interest. I once found a quail hiding in a box in my garage. We were both very surprised.
Just about to do one, but don’t think you saw yesterdays.

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the weather changed yesterday, and not for the better. we went from nice sunny and relatively warm days, back to what feels like the end of winter again. cold, rain, and fresh mud.
but as you know, ollie has to go out, and today was no exception. so from 1:15 until 3:15, i set off walking around his usual favourite spots, wrapped up against the cold showers, and big boots on for the mud. on the third, or perhaps fourth, circuit of hoe rough, i spotted a plump male pheasant ahead of us, on the smaller side path. his vibrant plumage stood out magnificently in the gloom, and he seemed to be about some very important pheasant business, strutting purposefully along the path.
ollie spotted him too, and without a heartbeat’s hesitation, took off at speed, his approach muffled by the soggy ground. i had no fear for mr pheasant. they usually fly off long before ollie gets to within three feet of them, and i suspect my dog sees it as a game that he never wins. but on this occasion, whatever was preoccupying the stout game bird had diverted his attention long enough for ollie to suddenly be upon him. with a loud fluttering of wings, and a characteristic pheasant squawk, the bird barely escaped from between ollie’s paws, colliding with some small branches as he took off vertically into a nearby tree.
i was left lamenting the fact that we almost had pheasant for dinner tonight, and the bird lived to fight another day.
so it’s back to my planned meal of chicken and chorizo paella instead.
i’m sure it will be tasty enough.
mixed emotions, i’m sure. gorgeous photo. best to you, pete.
it’s a good one! best to you.
i feel your pain regarding the weather pete. we had a couple of inches of snow the beginning of the week. happy april fools day indeed!
i have never eaten pheasant although when we were driving to centre parcs last friday we saw several of them pootling about and also several chaps with shotguns all dressed up obviously on the hunt for them.
i’m up for eating almost anything… i’ve just never had the opportunity.
that bird is lucky, ollie didn’t get him.
jackie caught one once, mid flight as it was taking off, very impressive jump and catch.
i had to wrestle to get it off her and in the end, after plucking it, i let her have it.
i also caught one when i went pheasant beating in my teens, a lucky swing of the stick. i was allowed to keep it as well as pick up my wages for the day, £15 or a brace of pheasants.
chicken and chorizo sounds much better than pheasant! but well done to ollie for trying.
sport is always useful for health, for animals too. ollie seems is a real hunter. our cat – demissed 2012 – one day had a pheasant for meal. we only found some feathers in an old shed.
this article was a pheasant surprise!
thanks pete. this kindled memories. my granddad used to try and catch them. he was a hungry 30s child so an expert forager….
ha! so close to a nice fresh meal!
what a lovely picture of the pheasant. i don’t think our dog minds birds but he’s out patrolling the garden for foxes. they have made a big tunnel under the fence. i tried to block it with flower pots as if they can get through so can he and we have already had to fetch him back from a garden in the next street.trouble is, as soon as i block one hole they dig another one!
he has just had his summer haircut and looks very sleek – not the woolly dog in the previous photos.
once i have sorted out my new phone i’ll take another picture.
i have never seen a pheasant (in the wild). i was married to an avid hunter but never had the interest. i once found a quail hiding in a box in my garage. we were both very surprised.
just about to do one, but don’t think you saw yesterdays.


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The Canadian supermodel posed for a good cause.
Anna Wintour just might switch up her classic look!
The results from our poll, in which we asked you to choose from a variety of gowns the Duchess of Sussex has worn during her pregnancy, are in!
See how Duchess Meghan’s maternity style compares to Duchess Kate, Princess Diana and more!
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15 stylish pieces that Duchess Kate loves – all $100 or less!
Fashion chameleon Fergie chats about her new line of footwear – and the royals!
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Celine Dion makes Couture Fashion Week her catwalk!
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the canadian supermodel posed for a good cause.
anna wintour just might switch up her classic look!
the results from our poll, in which we asked you to choose from a variety of gowns the duchess of sussex has worn during her pregnancy, are in!
see how duchess meghan’s maternity style compares to duchess kate, princess diana and more!
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celine dion makes couture fashion week her catwalk!
the model's best street style tricks and tips.


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Last month, we took a look at some of the best cities in the world for art lovers, with the hope of inspiring some of you to shake the dust off and take an art-filled winter vacation. A couple of you wrote to us and said that you'd already been to the cities we mentioned - and to be fair, they were pretty popular options - but popular for good reason. With that in mind, we decided to prepare a short list of some lesser-known cities that have burgeoning art communities, both in terms of established galleries and flourishing smaller scenes. We'll look at a different city each time, and zoom in close to give you an idea of what you can expect if you manage to visit.
First on the list is Toronto, Canada. While Toronto has been making headlines lately thanks to its buffoon of a mayor, the art scene is still going strong. Toronto is probably most recognized for being home to the Art Gallery of Ontario, which boasts an impressive collection of Canadian painters, as well as the majority of the collected works of Henry Moore, a famous sculptor who donated his entire personal collection to the AGO. Recent exhibits at the AGO have also featured Ai Weiwei, the famous Chinese dissident artist that we discussed in another post recently. Mr. Ai had also recently been hosted by Toronto for an installation that was located outside city hall entitled "Forever Bicycles", a truly beautiful piece, although sadly a temporary one. New exhibits are hosted regularly, and there's almost something worth seeing.
There are a huge number of lesser known galleries scattered throughout the city, but there is a high concentration of young, fresh-faced galleries in an area just west of downtown known as Queen West, located (unsurprisingly) on Queen Street West, between Gladstone Ave and Bathurst Street. It's easy to pass an entire day wandering along the strip, taking in the various sights and sounds, as long as the occasional hipster throng doesn't put you off - in fact, it's sort of expected in this area.
If film is more your style, Toronto also plays host to the annual Toronto International Film Festival, which is usually held in September - but those of you already fantasizing about going would do well to start planning your trip well in advance, as the entire downtown core tends to get rather booked up by mid-Summer. Stars, glitz, glamour and great movies are a sure thing.

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last month, we took a look at some of the best cities in the world for art lovers, with the hope of inspiring some of you to shake the dust off and take an art-filled winter vacation. a couple of you wrote to us and said that you'd already been to the cities we mentioned - and to be fair, they were pretty popular options - but popular for good reason. with that in mind, we decided to prepare a short list of some lesser-known cities that have burgeoning art communities, both in terms of established galleries and flourishing smaller scenes. we'll look at a different city each time, and zoom in close to give you an idea of what you can expect if you manage to visit.
first on the list is toronto, canada. while toronto has been making headlines lately thanks to its buffoon of a mayor, the art scene is still going strong. toronto is probably most recognized for being home to the art gallery of ontario, which boasts an impressive collection of canadian painters, as well as the majority of the collected works of henry moore, a famous sculptor who donated his entire personal collection to the ago. recent exhibits at the ago have also featured ai weiwei, the famous chinese dissident artist that we discussed in another post recently. mr. ai had also recently been hosted by toronto for an installation that was located outside city hall entitled "forever bicycles", a truly beautiful piece, although sadly a temporary one. new exhibits are hosted regularly, and there's almost something worth seeing.
there are a huge number of lesser known galleries scattered throughout the city, but there is a high concentration of young, fresh-faced galleries in an area just west of downtown known as queen west, located (unsurprisingly) on queen street west, between gladstone ave and bathurst street. it's easy to pass an entire day wandering along the strip, taking in the various sights and sounds, as long as the occasional hipster throng doesn't put you off - in fact, it's sort of expected in this area.
if film is more your style, toronto also plays host to the annual toronto international film festival, which is usually held in september - but those of you already fantasizing about going would do well to start planning your trip well in advance, as the entire downtown core tends to get rather booked up by mid-summer. stars, glitz, glamour and great movies are a sure thing.


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confused about international driver’s permits?
an international driver’s permit is a booklet that translates your domestic driver’s license into many languages so that you can rent vehicles & drive legally around the world.
an international driver’s permit is a booklet with translations– not an id card.
our international driver’s permit comes in 12 languages including english, spanish, french, german, portuguese, italian, & russian.
in new zealand, you must carry an international driver’s permit at all times when riding a scooter or driving a car.
if you are planning on renting a car or motorbike, rental agencies will ask to see your idp.
enjoy the flexibility of exploring new zealand with your own vehicle.
local authorities ticket foreign drivers without an international driver’s permit.
even if you are only in new zealand for a week—the fines can add up.
an international driving permit helps you confidently talk to local police and rental agencies.
print yourself option also comes with a digital scanned version of you idp to show authorities, tour companies, & rental agencies on you phone.
or get your idp shipped— we highly recommend choosing the print yourself version. this is the fastest option for getting an idp booklet & it’s at no extra cost.
if you do choose to have the printed booklet mailed to your address– there are 2 options for shipping: 10 day post or 2 day dhl.
all shipped orders also come with a scanned digital copy of your idp for immediate use.


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Drain Clearing Needs To Be Part Of A Broader Maintenance Plan. Read the full article on the Wiseman website.
A great 1st day at the Plumb Expo #plumbexpo.
Wisemans EVERFLUX offers are on Stand P84 @PlumbExpo from 30/31st Jan at Alexandra Palace. DON’T forget your secret code to claim your free product. Missed it? Keep a look out on Twitter again before Wednesday! There’s still time to get your free entry ticket with goodie bag.
WISEMAN SECRET CODE FOR @PlumbExpo Alexandra Palace, 30th/31st Jan 2019. Visit the Wiseman stand P84 and say “SNOWFLAKE” to receive your free EVERFLUX.
Have you booked your free ticket @PlumbExpo Alexandra Palace 30th/31st January? Free parking, Free bacon roll, Free PHPI t-shirt.
Keep a look out on twitter for our secret Wiseman code for claiming your free product on our stand.
Wishing all our distributors, merchants and users of our Wiseman branded products a successful 2019. Wiseman again will be at PLUMBEXPO @PlumbExpo Alexandra Palace 30-31st Jan. Come to stand P84 to see our offers including EVERFLUX. We look forward to seeing there.

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drain clearing needs to be part of a broader maintenance plan. read the full article on the wiseman website.
a great 1st day at the plumb expo #plumbexpo.
wisemans everflux offers are on stand p84 @plumbexpo from 30/31st jan at alexandra palace. don’t forget your secret code to claim your free product. missed it? keep a look out on twitter again before wednesday! there’s still time to get your free entry ticket with goodie bag.
wiseman secret code for @plumbexpo alexandra palace, 30th/31st jan 2019. visit the wiseman stand p84 and say “snowflake” to receive your free everflux.
have you booked your free ticket @plumbexpo alexandra palace 30th/31st january? free parking, free bacon roll, free phpi t-shirt.
keep a look out on twitter for our secret wiseman code for claiming your free product on our stand.
wishing all our distributors, merchants and users of our wiseman branded products a successful 2019. wiseman again will be at plumbexpo @plumbexpo alexandra palace 30-31st jan. come to stand p84 to see our offers including everflux. we look forward to seeing there.


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0:00 Welcome to our next set of demos.
0:04 of programs we're going to go through.
0:10 in the unsafe bank. It may lose your money.
0:12 Trust me this is bad.
0:13 And we have this thing I've called a safe bank.
0:16 Now the safe bank starts out unsafe.
0:18 Our job is to take the unsafe bank and make it safe.
0:22 How do we know it's unsafe?
0:23 Well let's go and see what it does and we'll talk about it.
0:26 So down here we have our main method.
0:28 Well, first of all we have different accounts.
0:31 They don't have to keep track of much.
0:33 So we just have a balance right?
0:37 and things like that but ours just has a balance.
0:49 we're going to go about transferring money between them.
1:03 the overall total should always be the same.
1:11 this is a simple bank.
1:22 if we look at all the accounts, yeah?
1:24 And that's what validate_bank() does here.
1:28 So we'll go look at that. Now we're going to kick off what is that, five threads?
1:34 they're all going to have the accounts.
1:39 to see if the bank is still valid.
1:44 and then we're going to wait for them to finish.
1:46 We talked about that before.
1:50 we're just going to go for 10,000 times around.
1:54 We're going to randomly get two different accounts.
1:58 We're going to create a random amount between one and $100.
2:03 and we're going to validate that it's fine.
2:07 that's probably the last thing to do.
2:09 So to transfer, super easy.
2:15 a to account to put the money in and how much to do.
2:23 and put it into the to account.
2:26 Take it out of the from, put it into the to.
2:35 we're going to say, let's just give up our current time slice.
2:47 takes one millisecond right?
2:51 that is going to be the key to all sorts of problems.
3:00 if I were to comment that line out.
3:03 is we're going to say validate_bank().
3:08 if the current is the total and things like that.
3:14 we've got something wrong right?
3:19 if we're just shifting around accounts.
3:21 Whew, well that's the introduction.
3:23 You want to run it and see what happens?
3:31 between these various accounts and we'll see how it works.
3:35 We're going to run safe bank.
3:37 Alright so let's kick that off.
3:39 Huh, what do you think?
3:41 Well first of all, let's imagine we didn't do that.
3:43 Let's put this away for one second.
3:44 Let's imagine it's single-threaded.
3:51 did a bunch of transfers, was good in the end.
4:00 to be pretty likely to hit that error actually.
4:04 you can see what's happening.
4:12 from account A to account B.
4:15 but not in B.
4:17 This one just finished a transfer and calls validate.
4:25 oh my gosh warning warning warning.
4:31 into a valid state but this is not good okay?
4:39 like look at that scroll bar.
4:40 That is bad news bears right there.
4:42 But at the end everything is fine, no problem.
4:45 did you observe that invalid state or not?
4:50 you're observing it a whole lot.
4:53 Would you like to put your money in this bank?
4:55 It's called safe bank but it is nowhere near safe, yet.
5:02 in Python to make it safe.

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0:00 welcome to our next set of demos.
0:04 of programs we're going to go through.
0:10 in the unsafe bank. it may lose your money.
0:12 trust me this is bad.
0:13 and we have this thing i've called a safe bank.
0:16 now the safe bank starts out unsafe.
0:18 our job is to take the unsafe bank and make it safe.
0:22 how do we know it's unsafe?
0:23 well let's go and see what it does and we'll talk about it.
0:26 so down here we have our main method.
0:28 well, first of all we have different accounts.
0:31 they don't have to keep track of much.
0:33 so we just have a balance right?
0:37 and things like that but ours just has a balance.
0:49 we're going to go about transferring money between them.
1:03 the overall total should always be the same.
1:11 this is a simple bank.
1:22 if we look at all the accounts, yeah?
1:24 and that's what validate_bank() does here.
1:28 so we'll go look at that. now we're going to kick off what is that, five threads?
1:34 they're all going to have the accounts.
1:39 to see if the bank is still valid.
1:44 and then we're going to wait for them to finish.
1:46 we talked about that before.
1:50 we're just going to go for 10,000 times around.
1:54 we're going to randomly get two different accounts.
1:58 we're going to create a random amount between one and $100.
2:03 and we're going to validate that it's fine.
2:07 that's probably the last thing to do.
2:09 so to transfer, super easy.
2:15 a to account to put the money in and how much to do.
2:23 and put it into the to account.
2:26 take it out of the from, put it into the to.
2:35 we're going to say, let's just give up our current time slice.
2:47 takes one millisecond right?
2:51 that is going to be the key to all sorts of problems.
3:00 if i were to comment that line out.
3:03 is we're going to say validate_bank().
3:08 if the current is the total and things like that.
3:14 we've got something wrong right?
3:19 if we're just shifting around accounts.
3:21 whew, well that's the introduction.
3:23 you want to run it and see what happens?
3:31 between these various accounts and we'll see how it works.
3:35 we're going to run safe bank.
3:37 alright so let's kick that off.
3:39 huh, what do you think?
3:41 well first of all, let's imagine we didn't do that.
3:43 let's put this away for one second.
3:44 let's imagine it's single-threaded.
3:51 did a bunch of transfers, was good in the end.
4:00 to be pretty likely to hit that error actually.
4:04 you can see what's happening.
4:12 from account a to account b.
4:15 but not in b.
4:17 this one just finished a transfer and calls validate.
4:25 oh my gosh warning warning warning.
4:31 into a valid state but this is not good okay?
4:39 like look at that scroll bar.
4:40 that is bad news bears right there.
4:42 but at the end everything is fine, no problem.
4:45 did you observe that invalid state or not?
4:50 you're observing it a whole lot.
4:53 would you like to put your money in this bank?
4:55 it's called safe bank but it is nowhere near safe, yet.
5:02 in python to make it safe.


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Our client who is a leading Irish mover of palletised freight and parcel consignments across Ireland, the UK and Europe, is now seeking an experienced full-time permanent Warehouse Operative to join their team for evening work (4 pm - 1 am).
Methodical work practices with attention to detail.
The shift is from 4 pm to 1 am and in this shift, you will mainly be doing container unloading.
Salary: €26k - €28k (DOE) per year.

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our client who is a leading irish mover of palletised freight and parcel consignments across ireland, the uk and europe, is now seeking an experienced full-time permanent warehouse operative to join their team for evening work (4 pm - 1 am).
methodical work practices with attention to detail.
the shift is from 4 pm to 1 am and in this shift, you will mainly be doing container unloading.
salary: €26k - €28k (doe) per year.


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A classic tunic dress which has been upscaled and re-imagined in sumptuous pink silk for Resort 19. Look no further than this long sleeve pink dress for the ultimate evening drinks look. A chic and beautifully crafted heritage piece with mirror work embroidery that details the skill of the Indian craftmanship.
Fabulous fuchsia flatters all skin tones and combined with the mirrors reflecting the light, this tunic will accentuate that suntan most brilliantly. An instant 10 years younger vibe!
Flattering long sleeves and a straight, relaxed shift shape will make the wearer feel her best. Lovely detailing outlines the pockets and matches the slash neckline traced with mirrors. A cross generational and transitional style that oozes balmy Caribbean nights.
Wear with white Capri trousers in St Barth’s or black jeans in South Kensington.

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a classic tunic dress which has been upscaled and re-imagined in sumptuous pink silk for resort 19. look no further than this long sleeve pink dress for the ultimate evening drinks look. a chic and beautifully crafted heritage piece with mirror work embroidery that details the skill of the indian craftmanship.
fabulous fuchsia flatters all skin tones and combined with the mirrors reflecting the light, this tunic will accentuate that suntan most brilliantly. an instant 10 years younger vibe!
flattering long sleeves and a straight, relaxed shift shape will make the wearer feel her best. lovely detailing outlines the pockets and matches the slash neckline traced with mirrors. a cross generational and transitional style that oozes balmy caribbean nights.
wear with white capri trousers in st barth’s or black jeans in south kensington.


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Of these, the quickening spread of infectious sicknesses is the best factor driving the interest for therapeutic gadgets.
HTF Market Report global research and market intelligence consulting organization is uniquely positioned to not only identify growth opportunities but to also empower and inspire you to create visionary growth strategies for futures, enabled by our extraordinary depth and breadth of thought leadership, research, tools, events and experience that assist you for making goals into a reality.
The in-depth information by segments of Online Personals Dating Services market helps monitor future profitability & to make critical decisions for growth.
The information on trends and developments, focuses on markets and materials, capacities, technologies, CAPEX cycle and the changing structure of the Global Online Personals Dating Services Market.
Our understanding of the interplay between industry convergence, Mega Trends, technologies and market trends provides our clients with new business models and expansion opportunities.
We are focused on identifying the “Accurate Forecast” in every industry we cover so our clients can reap the benefits of being early market entrants and can accomplish their “Goals & Objectives”.

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of these, the quickening spread of infectious sicknesses is the best factor driving the interest for therapeutic gadgets.
htf market report global research and market intelligence consulting organization is uniquely positioned to not only identify growth opportunities but to also empower and inspire you to create visionary growth strategies for futures, enabled by our extraordinary depth and breadth of thought leadership, research, tools, events and experience that assist you for making goals into a reality.
the in-depth information by segments of online personals dating services market helps monitor future profitability & to make critical decisions for growth.
the information on trends and developments, focuses on markets and materials, capacities, technologies, capex cycle and the changing structure of the global online personals dating services market.
our understanding of the interplay between industry convergence, mega trends, technologies and market trends provides our clients with new business models and expansion opportunities.
we are focused on identifying the “accurate forecast” in every industry we cover so our clients can reap the benefits of being early market entrants and can accomplish their “goals & objectives”.


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After seeing my son set up his own new blog, I’ve resolved to spruce things up a bit around here. First, I chose a new “Theme” that allows the width of the main text to adjust. Next, I updated my “About” page. Then, since this “theme” doesn’t show my sidebar list of “Completed Projects” (and since it just needs doing!), I’ve started bringing my page of “Finished Objects” up to date. This means finding and pulling together photos and dates and text since October 2008, so it’ll take a while to complete. (I can’t find photos of my Level 2 mittens, except the one post-review! May have to check the Trash file. . . .) I hope to post actual knitting content here soonish.
Oh, my teen-genius son’s blog, you ask? It’s called “Rice, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Education”, and may be found by clicking the name/link.
I was pretty sure I had read the Holladay Cast On articles, but I must have been thinking, “yeah, yeah, uhuh, got it,” and then gone on to write in my own style, just making sure “it’s all in there.” When I went to rewrite this week, having her specs right next to the document on my Desktop and referring back and forth, the process was SO easy. I do think the rewrites are clearer and more concise. I tend to hold my reader’s hand and lead them through a process, rather than put down bare bones, but this latter is apparently more what’s sought in this case. It’s a good thing if I can switch effectively between styles, according to audience.

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after seeing my son set up his own new blog, i’ve resolved to spruce things up a bit around here. first, i chose a new “theme” that allows the width of the main text to adjust. next, i updated my “about” page. then, since this “theme” doesn’t show my sidebar list of “completed projects” (and since it just needs doing!), i’ve started bringing my page of “finished objects” up to date. this means finding and pulling together photos and dates and text since october 2008, so it’ll take a while to complete. (i can’t find photos of my level 2 mittens, except the one post-review! may have to check the trash file. . . .) i hope to post actual knitting content here soonish.
oh, my teen-genius son’s blog, you ask? it’s called “rice, liberty, and the pursuit of education”, and may be found by clicking the name/link.
i was pretty sure i had read the holladay cast on articles, but i must have been thinking, “yeah, yeah, uhuh, got it,” and then gone on to write in my own style, just making sure “it’s all in there.” when i went to rewrite this week, having her specs right next to the document on my desktop and referring back and forth, the process was so easy. i do think the rewrites are clearer and more concise. i tend to hold my reader’s hand and lead them through a process, rather than put down bare bones, but this latter is apparently more what’s sought in this case. it’s a good thing if i can switch effectively between styles, according to audience.


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The percentage of successful refugee claims from Haitian nationals in Canada has plummeted after this past summer’s surge of asylum seekers at the border.
Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen says only 10 per cent of the claims from Haitians finalized so far this year have been accepted.
That’s down from an acceptance rate of 43 per cent in June, right before a steady increase in the number of Haitian asylum seekers turned into a major spike in July and August.
Hundreds of people were crossing into Canada from the U.S. this summer to claim asylum; the total number of finalized claims from that group so far is to updated this week by the Immigration and Refugee Board.
Federal and provincial officials are also expected to meet Thursday for an update on the situation at the border after the U.S. announced this week that it is removing temporary protection for Haitians in that country.
Hussen says the decrease in successful asylum claims should serve as a signal to those affected that coming to Canada is not necessarily a viable option.

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the percentage of successful refugee claims from haitian nationals in canada has plummeted after this past summer’s surge of asylum seekers at the border.
immigration minister ahmed hussen says only 10 per cent of the claims from haitians finalized so far this year have been accepted.
that’s down from an acceptance rate of 43 per cent in june, right before a steady increase in the number of haitian asylum seekers turned into a major spike in july and august.
hundreds of people were crossing into canada from the u.s. this summer to claim asylum; the total number of finalized claims from that group so far is to updated this week by the immigration and refugee board.
federal and provincial officials are also expected to meet thursday for an update on the situation at the border after the u.s. announced this week that it is removing temporary protection for haitians in that country.
hussen says the decrease in successful asylum claims should serve as a signal to those affected that coming to canada is not necessarily a viable option.


text: Devon has a rich Christian history going back to the early fifth century. This book explains how the Church grew into a complex organisation of bishops and clergy, monasteries and friaries, parish churches and chapels, and how it was reshaped by the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, and the great changes of the Reformation up to the accession of Queen Elizabeth I. The focus of the book is on social history. We learn how parishioners built and beautified their churches, and joined guilds and pilgrimages to worship and socialise. We also hear of those who resisted the Churchs claims by building rival chapels, avoiding religious obligations, and getting involved with vandalism and heresy. The book is thus a history of the people of Devon as well as their Church, over nearly 1200 years.

lowercased: devon has a rich christian history going back to the early fifth century. this book explains how the church grew into a complex organisation of bishops and clergy, monasteries and friaries, parish churches and chapels, and how it was reshaped by the norman conquest, the black death, and the great changes of the reformation up to the accession of queen elizabeth i. the focus of the book is on social history. we learn how parishioners built and beautified their churches, and joined guilds and pilgrimages to worship and socialise. we also hear of those who resisted the churchs claims by building rival chapels, avoiding religious obligations, and getting involved with vandalism and heresy. the book is thus a history of the people of devon as well as their church, over nearly 1200 years.


text: This jade green cotton sheeting is 58inches wide with black stripes. This fabric is perfect for bottoms but will also be good for crafts or decorating. The cost is $3.75/yd.

lowercased: this jade green cotton sheeting is 58inches wide with black stripes. this fabric is perfect for bottoms but will also be good for crafts or decorating. the cost is $3.75/yd.


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Aloha Spirit.....that's what Maui Wowi is about. And that Aloha Spirit shows in this video that went viral last week. As of today it has almost 8 million views!!!
At Maui Wowi DC there are 3 things that we're passionate about: family, small business, and our country. We hope you agree. And we hope you'll spread the Aloha Spirit by doing something nice for someone today. Gosh, wouldn't the world be a much nicer place if everyone did?

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aloha spirit.....that's what maui wowi is about. and that aloha spirit shows in this video that went viral last week. as of today it has almost 8 million views!!!
at maui wowi dc there are 3 things that we're passionate about: family, small business, and our country. we hope you agree. and we hope you'll spread the aloha spirit by doing something nice for someone today. gosh, wouldn't the world be a much nicer place if everyone did?


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Blade Runner. That’s what I thought when I heard the first track. And as Blade Runner is, quite simply, something much more than a movie, it’s a daring feat to emulate. And it does so. Beautifully. Openers The Heartwood Institute:Birkby and Allbright Mine open on an industrious note, surveying the seas of deceit and distrust the rest of the album takes on. In a series that sits with a series of albums including The Quietened Village, The Quietened Bunker and The Quietened Cosmologists that have focused on abandoned villages, derelict Cold War infrastructure and the lost dreams of the space race, Mechanisms sits strongly, a soaring soundbite of seismic and sensory sounds.
“It wanders amongst deserted factories” our friends at A Year In The Country tell We Are Cult: “Discarded machinery, closed mines, mills and kilns and their echoes and remains; taking a moment or two to reflect on these once busy, functioning centres of activity and the sometimes sheer scale or amount of effort and human endeavour that was required to create and operate such structures and machines, many of which are now just left to fade away”.
As with the albums of Eno and Vangelis, it is through the use of synths that listeners are brought back to the realm of nature. Quaker’s Stang play a keyboard of controlled challenge, Keith Seatman brings ambient aggression on a Rural Flight. This is one of the most arresting A Year In The Country releases yet. It’s definitely one of the best!
Through sounds of aural and dystopic unease, tape loops and keyboards introduce listeners to the buzzing and humming an industrial factory makes. Drum patterns pedal over growls and loops tick time through the waves of weary wordless wages. Text notes write about shut down factories and empty machinery in a piece more potent than prose. There’s an irony to this album that deliciously shows how technology and industry has alienated society as much as it has developed it. Such Floydian irony sits well with this reviewer, and with the absence of a new Roger Waters drama, this substitutes just fine.
The Quietened Mechanisms is wonderfully and weirdly avant-garde in presentation and representation. Layered in subtext, folkloric rhetoric and ironic resonance, the album is as much an invitation into the listener’s psyche as it is into the artist’s repartee. The album takes growth from the trees around Britain, as Embertides sing with Celtic ambience over a rise of showery synths. Depatterning echo through sounds hypnotic and hairy. A snore wakes up listeners for an introduction. One track boasts its recording as sound of two vintage Revox tape recorders passing a single tape loop backwards and forwards. A church bell tolls with the deafened defence Phil Spector used on Plastic Ono Band. Among all that, Rattler To The Tower sounds enjoyably commercial; were some lyrics added, it might make a radio hit!
Put in place as a newly, eerily insular look at the world around us, there is a sense that this is a work that is unwaveringly and unmannerly in description. A very strong album.
❉ ‘The Quietened Mechanisms’: Release date 2nd October 2018. Available in two CD editions: Dawn Light edition £11.95. Nightfall edition £21.95. Purchase via A Year In The Country’s Artifacts Shop and at Bandcamp. It will also be available as a download via Bandcamp, Amazon, iTunes etc.

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blade runner. that’s what i thought when i heard the first track. and as blade runner is, quite simply, something much more than a movie, it’s a daring feat to emulate. and it does so. beautifully. openers the heartwood institute:birkby and allbright mine open on an industrious note, surveying the seas of deceit and distrust the rest of the album takes on. in a series that sits with a series of albums including the quietened village, the quietened bunker and the quietened cosmologists that have focused on abandoned villages, derelict cold war infrastructure and the lost dreams of the space race, mechanisms sits strongly, a soaring soundbite of seismic and sensory sounds.
“it wanders amongst deserted factories” our friends at a year in the country tell we are cult: “discarded machinery, closed mines, mills and kilns and their echoes and remains; taking a moment or two to reflect on these once busy, functioning centres of activity and the sometimes sheer scale or amount of effort and human endeavour that was required to create and operate such structures and machines, many of which are now just left to fade away”.
as with the albums of eno and vangelis, it is through the use of synths that listeners are brought back to the realm of nature. quaker’s stang play a keyboard of controlled challenge, keith seatman brings ambient aggression on a rural flight. this is one of the most arresting a year in the country releases yet. it’s definitely one of the best!
through sounds of aural and dystopic unease, tape loops and keyboards introduce listeners to the buzzing and humming an industrial factory makes. drum patterns pedal over growls and loops tick time through the waves of weary wordless wages. text notes write about shut down factories and empty machinery in a piece more potent than prose. there’s an irony to this album that deliciously shows how technology and industry has alienated society as much as it has developed it. such floydian irony sits well with this reviewer, and with the absence of a new roger waters drama, this substitutes just fine.
the quietened mechanisms is wonderfully and weirdly avant-garde in presentation and representation. layered in subtext, folkloric rhetoric and ironic resonance, the album is as much an invitation into the listener’s psyche as it is into the artist’s repartee. the album takes growth from the trees around britain, as embertides sing with celtic ambience over a rise of showery synths. depatterning echo through sounds hypnotic and hairy. a snore wakes up listeners for an introduction. one track boasts its recording as sound of two vintage revox tape recorders passing a single tape loop backwards and forwards. a church bell tolls with the deafened defence phil spector used on plastic ono band. among all that, rattler to the tower sounds enjoyably commercial; were some lyrics added, it might make a radio hit!
put in place as a newly, eerily insular look at the world around us, there is a sense that this is a work that is unwaveringly and unmannerly in description. a very strong album.
❉ ‘the quietened mechanisms’: release date 2nd october 2018. available in two cd editions: dawn light edition £11.95. nightfall edition £21.95. purchase via a year in the country’s artifacts shop and at bandcamp. it will also be available as a download via bandcamp, amazon, itunes etc.


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trophy bass for macintosh by sierra entertainment, inc.; trophy bass is a fishing simulation. trophy bass games; user reviews. there are no reviews for this game.


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It was an honour to be a part of Stylist’s Remarkable Women Awards 2019 … After being told by a grumpy chef that I’d never make it in hospitality, I went on to launch Social Pantry and Soanes Kitchen – if I can do it, anyone can ! I caught up with the team about what the word ‘no’ means to me now.
Visit the Stylist website here for my 10 reasons why using the word ‘no’ can be beneficial.

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it was an honour to be a part of stylist’s remarkable women awards 2019 … after being told by a grumpy chef that i’d never make it in hospitality, i went on to launch social pantry and soanes kitchen – if i can do it, anyone can ! i caught up with the team about what the word ‘no’ means to me now.
visit the stylist website here for my 10 reasons why using the word ‘no’ can be beneficial.


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getting around london can be a nightmare. if you live here, you know all about the annoyances of the congestion, crowds, traffic, and complicated streets. if you’re just visiting it can be even worse because you’re unfamiliar with it. there’s a solution to the stresses of getting around london, and that is minibuses. minibuses have been around for awhile and they are only continuing to grow in popularity.
1 – 24-hour service. gone are the days of having to leave early from your fun night out to catch your ride. london nightlife is some of the best, so you shouldn’t be coming home early. most other similar companies in the area can’t promise service like this.
2 – a huge range of vehicles. if you need a small car for just you, we have you covered. if you need a large coach that can seat up to 72 people, that’s no problem either. we strive to have a wide variety of vehicles to that almost any party can get what they want and be properly accommodated.
minibus hire in london offers cheap minibuses, so don’t hesitate to contact us for a quote today at 020 30111228. you can also make reservations online, where you’ll be able to receive a 25 percent discount. this is truly the way to get around london comfortably and cheaply.


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The Great Yarmouth Town Centre Partnership is hosting three children’s craft making workshops in the Market Place to coincide with Halloween during half-term week. The Halloween workshops will include carving scary faces into pumpkins and turning innocent wooden spoons into frightening puppets.
The drop in workshops– no need to book – will take place in the Market Square from 11am to 3.00pm on Wednesday 25th,Thursday 26th and Friday 27th October. All children ‘dropping in’ to take part in any of the activities must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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the great yarmouth town centre partnership is hosting three children’s craft making workshops in the market place to coincide with halloween during half-term week. the halloween workshops will include carving scary faces into pumpkins and turning innocent wooden spoons into frightening puppets.
the drop in workshops– no need to book – will take place in the market square from 11am to 3.00pm on wednesday 25th,thursday 26th and friday 27th october. all children ‘dropping in’ to take part in any of the activities must be accompanied by a responsible adult.


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A new method to monitor visual field defects caused by photoreceptor degeneration by quantitative optical coherence tomography.
Fischer MD., Fleischhauer JC., Gillies MC., Sutter FK., Helbig H., Barthelmes D.
PURPOSE: To correlate the dimension of the visual field (VF) tested by Goldman kinetic perimetry with the extent of visibility of the highly reflective layer between inner and outer segments of photoreceptors (IOS) seen in optical coherence tomography (OCT) images in patients with retinitis pigmentosa (RP). METHODS: In a retrospectively designed cross-sectional study, 18 eyes of 18 patients with RP were examined with OCT and Goldmann perimetry using test target I4e and compared with 18 eyes of 18 control subjects. A-scans of raw scan data of Stratus OCT images (Carl Zeiss Meditec, AG, Oberkochen, Germany) were quantitatively analyzed for the presence of the signal generated by the highly reflective layer between the IOS in OCT images. Starting in the fovea, the distance to which this signal was detectable was measured. Visual fields were analyzed by measuring the distance from the center point to isopter I4e. OCT and visual field data were analyzed in a clockwise fashion every 30 degrees , and corresponding measures were correlated. RESULTS: In corresponding alignments, the distance from the center point to isopter I4e and the distance to which the highly reflective signal from the IOS can be detected correlate significantly (r = 0.75, P < 0.0001). The greater the distance in VF, the greater the distance measured in OCT. CONCLUSIONS: The authors hypothesize that the retinal structure from which the highly reflective layer between the IOS emanates is of critical importance for visual and photoreceptor function. Further research is warranted to determine whether this may be useful as an objective marker of progression of retinal degeneration in patients with RP.

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a new method to monitor visual field defects caused by photoreceptor degeneration by quantitative optical coherence tomography.
fischer md., fleischhauer jc., gillies mc., sutter fk., helbig h., barthelmes d.
purpose: to correlate the dimension of the visual field (vf) tested by goldman kinetic perimetry with the extent of visibility of the highly reflective layer between inner and outer segments of photoreceptors (ios) seen in optical coherence tomography (oct) images in patients with retinitis pigmentosa (rp). methods: in a retrospectively designed cross-sectional study, 18 eyes of 18 patients with rp were examined with oct and goldmann perimetry using test target i4e and compared with 18 eyes of 18 control subjects. a-scans of raw scan data of stratus oct images (carl zeiss meditec, ag, oberkochen, germany) were quantitatively analyzed for the presence of the signal generated by the highly reflective layer between the ios in oct images. starting in the fovea, the distance to which this signal was detectable was measured. visual fields were analyzed by measuring the distance from the center point to isopter i4e. oct and visual field data were analyzed in a clockwise fashion every 30 degrees , and corresponding measures were correlated. results: in corresponding alignments, the distance from the center point to isopter i4e and the distance to which the highly reflective signal from the ios can be detected correlate significantly (r = 0.75, p < 0.0001). the greater the distance in vf, the greater the distance measured in oct. conclusions: the authors hypothesize that the retinal structure from which the highly reflective layer between the ios emanates is of critical importance for visual and photoreceptor function. further research is warranted to determine whether this may be useful as an objective marker of progression of retinal degeneration in patients with rp.


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Some of the most successful people in business today have mentors. As a career coach, I can say that mentors have made all the difference in my career development. Mentors helped inspire, guide and shape the person I am today. I firmly believe that, without key influencers, I would not have been able to secure a fulfilling career. Because I connected with the right people, I was able to reap the rewards from a powerful mentoring relationship.
There is a lot of truth in this quote from John Maxwell. Only the very arrogant or very ignorant shun the unique insight that comes from partnering with the right mentor. Life’s lessons are best learned from others. Finding the right mentor could make the difference between floundering in your professional career or making it big.
A mentor can challenge you, inform you, connect you and inspire you. I spent many wasted years in my youth trying to bushwhack through the professional jungle alone. I was fiercely independent and determined that I could find the right answers on my own. For some reason, I thought asking for guidance was a weakness. I see now that I was a fool. Fortunately, someone saw past my stubbornness and gave me a chance to benefit from a mentoring relationship.
A mentor can challenge you, inform you, connect you and inspire you.
What Makes a Powerful Mentoring Relationship?
Not all mentors are made equal and not every successful professional can help you make a leap forward professionally. “Mentoring must be like a waterfall. What I pour into you, you must then pour into others,” said Mark Cole, CEO of the Maxwell Companies, during a recent Q&A session for Maximum Impact Mentoring members. The knowledge and wisdom gained from a solid mentoring relationship are not found with just anyone. There are proven insights into a powerful mentoring relationship to ensure that you find the best mentor for your career focus.
Do not ask an idol to be a mentor. If you are in awe of someone, chances are you will not be in the mental position to retain the important information your mentor provides. Your brain will be too busy comparing your experience to your preconceived notions. You may not feel comfortable openly asking questions or even being yourself.
2. Define your idea of success.
A successful mentoring relationship starts with someone you can look up to professionally. Clearly define what your idea of success looks like for your career focus. This will help guide you to find the right mentor. A professional who has proven success in their career and the experience to impart knowledge will be in a better position to aid you towards your goals.
Mentors cannot give what they don’t have. Experience matters. Inexperienced individuals will struggle to become successful mentors. Mentoring relationships with peers tend to be shorter and more narrowly focused. These can be beneficial if approached correctly. Mentoring relationships established with more experienced professionals usually allow the mentee to access additional knowledge depth. These types of partnerships can be transformational.
4. Seek support, not direction.
A good mentor is someone that is fulfilled in what they do, professionally successful and has no vested interest in where you go in your career. A good mentor will only be interested in lifting you up and giving you the tools you need to succeed regardless of your path.
5. Be specific on the why.
Define and explain why you approached a particular professional to be your mentor. As the mentee, you have everything to gain. The mentor is donating time and attention to you. You must have a tangible and specific reason why you asked someone to mentor you. “You make a lot of money” isn’t the most compelling reason to mentor someone.
What does a successful mentoring relationship outcome look like to you, and what specifically do you want to learn? Clearly communicate what your goal is from the partnership and why you are sure that your mentor can get you there.
Take notes during each session.
Determine actionable items at the end of each session.
Be prepared to report on what you applied from the last session.
Have questions prepared ahead of time for your mentor.
A powerful mentoring relationship between two professionals can be mutually beneficial. The mentor also gains insight during the act of coaching another professional. But, not every powerful mentoring relationship takes place in person. I have benefitted tremendously in my life from unwitting mentors, such as John Maxwell and Simon Sinek.
While I am fortunate to be in John’s mentoring circle with other like-minded professionals, I have also absorbed transformational knowledge from his seminars and books. The same applies to my mentoring relationship with Simon. While not meeting in person, I am still able to gain powerful knowledge from his published insights.
Any professional who strives for solo victories will discover that the road to success is rocky. It’s nice to have a helping hand over the hurdles. It took me valuable years to understand that a solid mentoring partnership can clear the path to success. In addition to the inspiration gained from a powerful personal mentoring relationship, there is much to be gained from published professionals as well. If you want to truly transform your career and propel yourself into success, I encourage you to develop a vision of the fulfilling future you desire and reach out to a mentor to help you along the way.

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some of the most successful people in business today have mentors. as a career coach, i can say that mentors have made all the difference in my career development. mentors helped inspire, guide and shape the person i am today. i firmly believe that, without key influencers, i would not have been able to secure a fulfilling career. because i connected with the right people, i was able to reap the rewards from a powerful mentoring relationship.
there is a lot of truth in this quote from john maxwell. only the very arrogant or very ignorant shun the unique insight that comes from partnering with the right mentor. life’s lessons are best learned from others. finding the right mentor could make the difference between floundering in your professional career or making it big.
a mentor can challenge you, inform you, connect you and inspire you. i spent many wasted years in my youth trying to bushwhack through the professional jungle alone. i was fiercely independent and determined that i could find the right answers on my own. for some reason, i thought asking for guidance was a weakness. i see now that i was a fool. fortunately, someone saw past my stubbornness and gave me a chance to benefit from a mentoring relationship.
a mentor can challenge you, inform you, connect you and inspire you.
what makes a powerful mentoring relationship?
not all mentors are made equal and not every successful professional can help you make a leap forward professionally. “mentoring must be like a waterfall. what i pour into you, you must then pour into others,” said mark cole, ceo of the maxwell companies, during a recent q&a session for maximum impact mentoring members. the knowledge and wisdom gained from a solid mentoring relationship are not found with just anyone. there are proven insights into a powerful mentoring relationship to ensure that you find the best mentor for your career focus.
do not ask an idol to be a mentor. if you are in awe of someone, chances are you will not be in the mental position to retain the important information your mentor provides. your brain will be too busy comparing your experience to your preconceived notions. you may not feel comfortable openly asking questions or even being yourself.
2. define your idea of success.
a successful mentoring relationship starts with someone you can look up to professionally. clearly define what your idea of success looks like for your career focus. this will help guide you to find the right mentor. a professional who has proven success in their career and the experience to impart knowledge will be in a better position to aid you towards your goals.
mentors cannot give what they don’t have. experience matters. inexperienced individuals will struggle to become successful mentors. mentoring relationships with peers tend to be shorter and more narrowly focused. these can be beneficial if approached correctly. mentoring relationships established with more experienced professionals usually allow the mentee to access additional knowledge depth. these types of partnerships can be transformational.
4. seek support, not direction.
a good mentor is someone that is fulfilled in what they do, professionally successful and has no vested interest in where you go in your career. a good mentor will only be interested in lifting you up and giving you the tools you need to succeed regardless of your path.
5. be specific on the why.
define and explain why you approached a particular professional to be your mentor. as the mentee, you have everything to gain. the mentor is donating time and attention to you. you must have a tangible and specific reason why you asked someone to mentor you. “you make a lot of money” isn’t the most compelling reason to mentor someone.
what does a successful mentoring relationship outcome look like to you, and what specifically do you want to learn? clearly communicate what your goal is from the partnership and why you are sure that your mentor can get you there.
take notes during each session.
determine actionable items at the end of each session.
be prepared to report on what you applied from the last session.
have questions prepared ahead of time for your mentor.
a powerful mentoring relationship between two professionals can be mutually beneficial. the mentor also gains insight during the act of coaching another professional. but, not every powerful mentoring relationship takes place in person. i have benefitted tremendously in my life from unwitting mentors, such as john maxwell and simon sinek.
while i am fortunate to be in john’s mentoring circle with other like-minded professionals, i have also absorbed transformational knowledge from his seminars and books. the same applies to my mentoring relationship with simon. while not meeting in person, i am still able to gain powerful knowledge from his published insights.
any professional who strives for solo victories will discover that the road to success is rocky. it’s nice to have a helping hand over the hurdles. it took me valuable years to understand that a solid mentoring partnership can clear the path to success. in addition to the inspiration gained from a powerful personal mentoring relationship, there is much to be gained from published professionals as well. if you want to truly transform your career and propel yourself into success, i encourage you to develop a vision of the fulfilling future you desire and reach out to a mentor to help you along the way.