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If we will find out tomorrow that the things dividing us today will not be as important we we currently believe them to be, then perhaps it is time to put them aside and stand United 2 Restore.
I always wonder what each scene was like when the God of Israel, the Creator of the Universe, spoke to one of His prophets. Was it a loud thunderous voice or was it a soft-still voice? Was it the prophet’s own voice in his own head, just speaking things that were obviously beyond his ability to speak? Perhaps each time is different? In whatever method God used to speak to the prophet Ezekiel on this particular day, what he heard and recorded in what is now called Ezekiel chapter 37, has ramifications that appear to be relevant to us this very day. What is written in this chapter, and in particular the verses below, have become the foundation for what we call, United 2 Restore.
37:16 “As for you, son of man, take a stick for yourself and write on it: ‘For Judah and for the children of Israel, his companions.’ Then take another stick and write on it, ‘For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the house of Israel, his companions.’ (17) Then join them one to another for yourself into one stick, and they will become one in your hand.
The answer is found in the words of Yeshua, commonly known today as Jesus. He stated in Matthew 15:24, “I was not sent except to the lost sheep of the House of Israel.” In a sense he was doubling down, if you will, on a statement made earlier in Matthew 5 when he said to his disciples, “Go to the lost sheep of the House of Israel.” To what degree his message of “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand” (Matt. 4:17) relates to Judah can be the subject of future discussion. For the purposes of this article it seems clear that Yeshua was placing the weight of his mission on calling those who were still scattered into the nations and already known in that time and culture as “the lost sheep of the House of Israel.” For those who are not Jewish but who have come to see Yeshua as messiah, your identity should be clear. If he came to call the lost sheep of the House of Israel, and we have heard his voice and come in faith and his sheep hear his voice, then are we not the lost sheep of the House of Israel that he said he had come for? Is the other stick in the hand of Ezekiel made up of a group of people almost entirely ignorant of the fact that in the first century their “religion” was seen as a sect of Judaism? Would this also not mean that those who see themselves as “spiritual Israel” have simply lacked a piece or two of the puzzle that would have helped them see that instead of just “spiritual Israel,” they are in fact as much “Israel” as anyone can be? Two sticks, two people… the Jews and the Christians? Two witnesses, a great ones, as they have stood at odds over time yet have each, in their own ways, testified of the same God and the same coming Kingdom.
I realize that today the term “Christian” has a negative light in many circles. To the Jewish person it might represent turmoil considering the history of forced baptisms and in some cases death in the name of Jesus. Even within Christianity, there are certain sub-sects like the Hebrew Roots Movement or even Messianic Judaism which tend to shy away from the word for various reasons. I am not trying to offend by using it, I am simply trying to communicate, to make sure it is understood what is being stated here. The two sticks are two people, unique, separate, and only when God makes them one in HIS hand, do we cease being separate and unique.
This is where the concept of United 2 Restore was born. In Ezekiel we have two sticks that represent two people. Once they were one, they divided and became two very different people, and one day they will be reunited and no longer so different. The picture that is provided in Ezekiel is one of mutual respect and understanding. You see, if Ezekiel was commanded to make them one, then either Judah becomes Joseph or Joseph becomes Judah… or war breaks out as either side attempts to make the other like themselves. Instead, Ezekiel was told to “draw them near,” not make them one. So, we draw near to one another but remain unique and separate until God makes us one. This means we need to learn to respect one another, get along with one another, knowing that God is going to do a mighty work, again, whether that work agrees with our current understanding and theology or not! It will happen because that is what God has stated will happen.
Yet, being United 2 Restore goes beyond just Judah and Joseph. We have the Samaritans out there who are part of Joseph and are said to be a people of 1000 today but who are likely in the millions and don’t know it because of their years in exile as well. They, as a people, are largely ignored by Judah and all but unknown to the rest of Joseph. But addition to a group like the Samaritans, we have a great obstacle that still, to this day, stands before us… racism!
As we watch the daily news feeds we see people fighting and separating based on the color of their skin. This problem might actually be exasperated by the people of God because we are well aware of the fact that God created all human-kind regardless of skin color. And yet, especially on the side of Joseph, we have congregations that are all black or all white. I know of places where a black Baptist church and a white Baptist church appear on the same street, within 100′ of one another. Between 10:00 and 10:15am on a Sunday morning, 100 cars come down that road, park, and the congregants go their separate ways. We are still segregated and in our holy meeting rooms of all places. Friends, if WE can’t get the racial problem right, how can we expect the world to have a chance at getting it right?
Being United 2 Restore means understanding that God’s plan of reunification is apparently a little larger than our own theological understanding. Though we should each hold on to the essence of what makes us each who and what we are, we should also be able to recognize that God, ultimately, will make two separate groups of people into one. Recognizing this requires us to at least draw near to one another, to acknowledge that, though the eyes of God, we are indeed family. What does draw near look like? Well, that is probably better left up to each individual and their current level of understanding. Still, we are to draw near, draw close, understand the fact that even if today we are separated by seemingly miles of theological points, through the eyes of God, all of His people are the same one family, the same one body, the same one house, the same one nation. To the eternal (timeless) God, this is already a done deal and it is our understanding of this that needs to catch up to God.
Thus being United 2 Restore means sacrificing for the good of the whole. It means that we are to understand that the nation is more important than the individual. It means that obscure doctrinal points (like pronunciations of names for example) are simply not more important than the well being of the community to which we belong. Being United 2 Restore means respecting one another even if we don’t agree on every point of understanding because one day, in God’s timing, we will stand together before Him as one. And friends, the things that we have allowed to divide us today, those things that we have allowed to stand between us and our drawing near as the picture in Ezekiel reveals… will no longer carry the weight that they seem to carry today. And if we will find out tomorrow that the things dividing us today will not be as important we we currently believe them to be, then perhaps it is time to put them aside and stand United 2 Restore.
We ask you, Israel, whoever and wherever you are, to stand with us, add your voices to ours, become part of a Revolution for Restoration… turn a simple concept presented by a humble prophet into a quest that will one day change the world. Become part of an awakening that was started by God but that currently rests to draw near to all who are His until the glorious day that He makes us one in His hand. Blessed be the day when we are one, and blessed be He that makes us one!

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if we will find out tomorrow that the things dividing us today will not be as important we we currently believe them to be, then perhaps it is time to put them aside and stand united 2 restore.
i always wonder what each scene was like when the god of israel, the creator of the universe, spoke to one of his prophets. was it a loud thunderous voice or was it a soft-still voice? was it the prophet’s own voice in his own head, just speaking things that were obviously beyond his ability to speak? perhaps each time is different? in whatever method god used to speak to the prophet ezekiel on this particular day, what he heard and recorded in what is now called ezekiel chapter 37, has ramifications that appear to be relevant to us this very day. what is written in this chapter, and in particular the verses below, have become the foundation for what we call, united 2 restore.
37:16 “as for you, son of man, take a stick for yourself and write on it: ‘for judah and for the children of israel, his companions.’ then take another stick and write on it, ‘for joseph, the stick of ephraim, and for all the house of israel, his companions.’ (17) then join them one to another for yourself into one stick, and they will become one in your hand.
the answer is found in the words of yeshua, commonly known today as jesus. he stated in matthew 15:24, “i was not sent except to the lost sheep of the house of israel.” in a sense he was doubling down, if you will, on a statement made earlier in matthew 5 when he said to his disciples, “go to the lost sheep of the house of israel.” to what degree his message of “repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand” (matt. 4:17) relates to judah can be the subject of future discussion. for the purposes of this article it seems clear that yeshua was placing the weight of his mission on calling those who were still scattered into the nations and already known in that time and culture as “the lost sheep of the house of israel.” for those who are not jewish but who have come to see yeshua as messiah, your identity should be clear. if he came to call the lost sheep of the house of israel, and we have heard his voice and come in faith and his sheep hear his voice, then are we not the lost sheep of the house of israel that he said he had come for? is the other stick in the hand of ezekiel made up of a group of people almost entirely ignorant of the fact that in the first century their “religion” was seen as a sect of judaism? would this also not mean that those who see themselves as “spiritual israel” have simply lacked a piece or two of the puzzle that would have helped them see that instead of just “spiritual israel,” they are in fact as much “israel” as anyone can be? two sticks, two people… the jews and the christians? two witnesses, a great ones, as they have stood at odds over time yet have each, in their own ways, testified of the same god and the same coming kingdom.
i realize that today the term “christian” has a negative light in many circles. to the jewish person it might represent turmoil considering the history of forced baptisms and in some cases death in the name of jesus. even within christianity, there are certain sub-sects like the hebrew roots movement or even messianic judaism which tend to shy away from the word for various reasons. i am not trying to offend by using it, i am simply trying to communicate, to make sure it is understood what is being stated here. the two sticks are two people, unique, separate, and only when god makes them one in his hand, do we cease being separate and unique.
this is where the concept of united 2 restore was born. in ezekiel we have two sticks that represent two people. once they were one, they divided and became two very different people, and one day they will be reunited and no longer so different. the picture that is provided in ezekiel is one of mutual respect and understanding. you see, if ezekiel was commanded to make them one, then either judah becomes joseph or joseph becomes judah… or war breaks out as either side attempts to make the other like themselves. instead, ezekiel was told to “draw them near,” not make them one. so, we draw near to one another but remain unique and separate until god makes us one. this means we need to learn to respect one another, get along with one another, knowing that god is going to do a mighty work, again, whether that work agrees with our current understanding and theology or not! it will happen because that is what god has stated will happen.
yet, being united 2 restore goes beyond just judah and joseph. we have the samaritans out there who are part of joseph and are said to be a people of 1000 today but who are likely in the millions and don’t know it because of their years in exile as well. they, as a people, are largely ignored by judah and all but unknown to the rest of joseph. but addition to a group like the samaritans, we have a great obstacle that still, to this day, stands before us… racism!
as we watch the daily news feeds we see people fighting and separating based on the color of their skin. this problem might actually be exasperated by the people of god because we are well aware of the fact that god created all human-kind regardless of skin color. and yet, especially on the side of joseph, we have congregations that are all black or all white. i know of places where a black baptist church and a white baptist church appear on the same street, within 100′ of one another. between 10:00 and 10:15am on a sunday morning, 100 cars come down that road, park, and the congregants go their separate ways. we are still segregated and in our holy meeting rooms of all places. friends, if we can’t get the racial problem right, how can we expect the world to have a chance at getting it right?
being united 2 restore means understanding that god’s plan of reunification is apparently a little larger than our own theological understanding. though we should each hold on to the essence of what makes us each who and what we are, we should also be able to recognize that god, ultimately, will make two separate groups of people into one. recognizing this requires us to at least draw near to one another, to acknowledge that, though the eyes of god, we are indeed family. what does draw near look like? well, that is probably better left up to each individual and their current level of understanding. still, we are to draw near, draw close, understand the fact that even if today we are separated by seemingly miles of theological points, through the eyes of god, all of his people are the same one family, the same one body, the same one house, the same one nation. to the eternal (timeless) god, this is already a done deal and it is our understanding of this that needs to catch up to god.
thus being united 2 restore means sacrificing for the good of the whole. it means that we are to understand that the nation is more important than the individual. it means that obscure doctrinal points (like pronunciations of names for example) are simply not more important than the well being of the community to which we belong. being united 2 restore means respecting one another even if we don’t agree on every point of understanding because one day, in god’s timing, we will stand together before him as one. and friends, the things that we have allowed to divide us today, those things that we have allowed to stand between us and our drawing near as the picture in ezekiel reveals… will no longer carry the weight that they seem to carry today. and if we will find out tomorrow that the things dividing us today will not be as important we we currently believe them to be, then perhaps it is time to put them aside and stand united 2 restore.
we ask you, israel, whoever and wherever you are, to stand with us, add your voices to ours, become part of a revolution for restoration… turn a simple concept presented by a humble prophet into a quest that will one day change the world. become part of an awakening that was started by god but that currently rests to draw near to all who are his until the glorious day that he makes us one in his hand. blessed be the day when we are one, and blessed be he that makes us one!


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Living room decor and choosing color palettes can go beyond paint. Here are 10 big no-paint options for decorating living rooms when paint isn’t an option.
You’ve just moved in to your new apartment or condo, or are thinking about it. You’re probably excited to pick up the paintbrush and color your walls just like the ones you see in interior decorating magazines. But then your landlord or housing association rep shows you a copy of your lease or property agreement and points out the unfortunate clause: You can’t paint the walls of your home. This is an unfortunate situation if you’re the type of person who wants splashes of color in your home, especially in the living room.
You can try convincing them about the importance of designing your living room so he or she will let you paint your walls. You can try and promise that you will have it painted back to its original color before you move out. This is a great compromise but not all property managers will agree to this.
If you’re forced to live in those white walls, make the most of the situation by hanging artworks in vivid colors. White is the perfect background for colorful art so you can pretty much hang anything without having to worry about clashing colors. The best place to hang attention-grabbing artwork is above the sofa or above the fireplace. This is the fastest and simplest way to brighten a living room.
If you can’t afford to buy expensive gallery art, you can still afford to make colorful wall ideas in your condo or home by making your own art and hanging them in strategic places. You can choose your favorite digital photos then have them blown up and framed.
If you don’t mind splurging a bit, you can have the pictures printed on canvases. If putting up personal photos is not your thing, you can just buy pre-stretched canvases and paint at the crafts store and do your abstracts that you can proudly show off on your walls.
Plants and flowers can make the living room look more interesting in a snap. Don’t just confine yourself to the green ones; you can choose multi-colored flowers to provide much-needed brightness in your living room.
Examples of plants that designers love to use for living room savvy designs are orchids, amaryllis, hibiscus, lemon trees, and fiddle leaf figs. These blooms can complement an existing color theme in the room. If you don’t have the patience to take care of living blooms, stick to artificial plants for lesser maintenance.
If your walls and couch have neutral colors, then let colorful throw pillows become the centerpiece of the room. You can mix and match colors and patterns to create an interesting look for your living room.
Wallpapers now come in easy-to-remove varieties, which is a blessing for renters who are not allowed to install old-fashioned wallpapers on the walls. You just need to peel the backing paper then paste the pattern to the wall. It’s that easy to install and remove. You can change wallpapers with less hassle and you can use the patterns as a makeshift headboard for the bed as well.
If you don’t have the patience to cover the entire wall with removable wallpaper, consider using wall decals instead. These are like big stickers that you can paste on your wall and will make it look like you have artistic patterns painted on them. Like removable wallpapers, it’s easy to install and remove. Wall decals work best on smooth, plain walls. Choose designs and patterns that will complement your existing furniture.
You can’t do anything about your walls but you can do something about your furniture. Go crazy with colorful couches, armchairs, and coffee tables that will make a statement in your all-white walls. If you’re the adventurous type, choose furniture with bold prints and intricate patterns.
If you can’t touch the walls, then you can compensate by dressing up the floor using colorful and patterned rugs and carpets. If you let the floors make a statement, you have to choose neutral colors for your furniture so the patterns and shades won’t clash. From the floor, work your way up and choose window treatments that will complement the patterns on your flooring.
Flea markets are the best source for tapestries that can be used as substitutes for colorful paintings. Hang it at the center of the room and choose your furniture to complement it or vice versa. If you don’t have tapestries available, you can scour the market for cloths with native patterns and use them as wall décor.
Lamps are great for jazzing up living rooms because they are functional and can be used as décor at the same time. There are lots of funky-looking lamps to choose from, whether you prefer the vintage-inspired ones or the quirky, modern designs. If your landlord doesn’t mind installations on your ceiling, then consider putting a chandelier up there and let that become the statement piece.
Collectors have interesting-looking homes because of the way they display their stuff. Books, toys, and records are great conversation starters and can speak volumes about the homeowner’s personality. A great shelf of collectibles will certainly attract attention when set against even the plainest of walls.
Not being able to paint the walls of your rented home can be a drag but since you have no choice but to follow the terms of your lease, you have to come up with no-paint design ideas to decorate your living room. Use this as a challenge to your creative abilities so you can transform the look of your living room without having to use a paintbrush.

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living room decor and choosing color palettes can go beyond paint. here are 10 big no-paint options for decorating living rooms when paint isn’t an option.
you’ve just moved in to your new apartment or condo, or are thinking about it. you’re probably excited to pick up the paintbrush and color your walls just like the ones you see in interior decorating magazines. but then your landlord or housing association rep shows you a copy of your lease or property agreement and points out the unfortunate clause: you can’t paint the walls of your home. this is an unfortunate situation if you’re the type of person who wants splashes of color in your home, especially in the living room.
you can try convincing them about the importance of designing your living room so he or she will let you paint your walls. you can try and promise that you will have it painted back to its original color before you move out. this is a great compromise but not all property managers will agree to this.
if you’re forced to live in those white walls, make the most of the situation by hanging artworks in vivid colors. white is the perfect background for colorful art so you can pretty much hang anything without having to worry about clashing colors. the best place to hang attention-grabbing artwork is above the sofa or above the fireplace. this is the fastest and simplest way to brighten a living room.
if you can’t afford to buy expensive gallery art, you can still afford to make colorful wall ideas in your condo or home by making your own art and hanging them in strategic places. you can choose your favorite digital photos then have them blown up and framed.
if you don’t mind splurging a bit, you can have the pictures printed on canvases. if putting up personal photos is not your thing, you can just buy pre-stretched canvases and paint at the crafts store and do your abstracts that you can proudly show off on your walls.
plants and flowers can make the living room look more interesting in a snap. don’t just confine yourself to the green ones; you can choose multi-colored flowers to provide much-needed brightness in your living room.
examples of plants that designers love to use for living room savvy designs are orchids, amaryllis, hibiscus, lemon trees, and fiddle leaf figs. these blooms can complement an existing color theme in the room. if you don’t have the patience to take care of living blooms, stick to artificial plants for lesser maintenance.
if your walls and couch have neutral colors, then let colorful throw pillows become the centerpiece of the room. you can mix and match colors and patterns to create an interesting look for your living room.
wallpapers now come in easy-to-remove varieties, which is a blessing for renters who are not allowed to install old-fashioned wallpapers on the walls. you just need to peel the backing paper then paste the pattern to the wall. it’s that easy to install and remove. you can change wallpapers with less hassle and you can use the patterns as a makeshift headboard for the bed as well.
if you don’t have the patience to cover the entire wall with removable wallpaper, consider using wall decals instead. these are like big stickers that you can paste on your wall and will make it look like you have artistic patterns painted on them. like removable wallpapers, it’s easy to install and remove. wall decals work best on smooth, plain walls. choose designs and patterns that will complement your existing furniture.
you can’t do anything about your walls but you can do something about your furniture. go crazy with colorful couches, armchairs, and coffee tables that will make a statement in your all-white walls. if you’re the adventurous type, choose furniture with bold prints and intricate patterns.
if you can’t touch the walls, then you can compensate by dressing up the floor using colorful and patterned rugs and carpets. if you let the floors make a statement, you have to choose neutral colors for your furniture so the patterns and shades won’t clash. from the floor, work your way up and choose window treatments that will complement the patterns on your flooring.
flea markets are the best source for tapestries that can be used as substitutes for colorful paintings. hang it at the center of the room and choose your furniture to complement it or vice versa. if you don’t have tapestries available, you can scour the market for cloths with native patterns and use them as wall décor.
lamps are great for jazzing up living rooms because they are functional and can be used as décor at the same time. there are lots of funky-looking lamps to choose from, whether you prefer the vintage-inspired ones or the quirky, modern designs. if your landlord doesn’t mind installations on your ceiling, then consider putting a chandelier up there and let that become the statement piece.
collectors have interesting-looking homes because of the way they display their stuff. books, toys, and records are great conversation starters and can speak volumes about the homeowner’s personality. a great shelf of collectibles will certainly attract attention when set against even the plainest of walls.
not being able to paint the walls of your rented home can be a drag but since you have no choice but to follow the terms of your lease, you have to come up with no-paint design ideas to decorate your living room. use this as a challenge to your creative abilities so you can transform the look of your living room without having to use a paintbrush.


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Wear something blue on April 2 in support of understanding and acceptance for people with autism. Get Official #LightItUpBlue gear at our estore.
Take a selfie with our selfie sign and tag it #LightItUpBlue!
Add the #LightItUpBlue frame to your Facebook or Twitter profile photo!
Start a Facebook fundraiser for World Autism Month in three easy steps!
On April 2nd, many landmarks around the globe will light up blue! Join them and light your home or business BLUE!
Get BLUE Philips light bulbs at Home Depot. Visit rosco.com/LIUB to get blue light filters.

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wear something blue on april 2 in support of understanding and acceptance for people with autism. get official #lightitupblue gear at our estore.
take a selfie with our selfie sign and tag it #lightitupblue!
add the #lightitupblue frame to your facebook or twitter profile photo!
start a facebook fundraiser for world autism month in three easy steps!
on april 2nd, many landmarks around the globe will light up blue! join them and light your home or business blue!
get blue philips light bulbs at home depot. visit rosco.com/liub to get blue light filters.


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barely used! xiaomi yi 4k action camera + more!
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for admiring the surroundings when you cruise into port.
breed dominates any waters. After all, the name says it all.

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for admiring the surroundings when you cruise into port.
breed dominates any waters. after all, the name says it all.


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Below is our newest video for Making-It-Home, an innovative program that brings gently-used furniture to formerly homeless veterans, victims of domestic violence, and other low-income people in need.
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below is our newest video for making-it-home, an innovative program that brings gently-used furniture to formerly homeless veterans, victims of domestic violence, and other low-income people in need.
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text: Challenge your high school French classes by reading Le Petit Prince. As they read both chapter six and seven, distribute these worksheets. For each chapter, there is a vocabulary section and a list of reading comprehension questions. Pair these two chapters together (since they're shorter), or assign them separately.

lowercased: challenge your high school french classes by reading le petit prince. as they read both chapter six and seven, distribute these worksheets. for each chapter, there is a vocabulary section and a list of reading comprehension questions. pair these two chapters together (since they're shorter), or assign them separately.


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Taking over two of Sydney’s historic buildings—the 1920s heritage-listed State Theatre and the former Gowings department store—QT Sydney might just become a new landmark in the harbor city. The first member of Design Hotels in Australia, the property features 200 rooms in 12 different styles, each with bright splashes of color and unique touches that bring to life the building’s past incarnations.
Guests enter the hotel through what used to be the State Theatre. The open-plan, Art Deco lobby still features the original timber floors and stone cladding, as well as stage lights and heavy curtains that lead into the rest of the building. Other striking decor additions include gargoyles, vintage shop front signs, and geometric patterns on the ceilings and windows.
The upper floors, which used to house parts of the Gowings department store, have been converted into the guest rooms. Keeping in line with the revamp, each room boasts unique design elements, including light fixtures shaped like bowler hats that softly illuminate the rooms’ rich orange, red, and maroon hues.
The hotel is QT‘s third property in Australia, following QT Gold Coast and QT Port Douglas, which opened earlier this year.

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taking over two of sydney’s historic buildings—the 1920s heritage-listed state theatre and the former gowings department store—qt sydney might just become a new landmark in the harbor city. the first member of design hotels in australia, the property features 200 rooms in 12 different styles, each with bright splashes of color and unique touches that bring to life the building’s past incarnations.
guests enter the hotel through what used to be the state theatre. the open-plan, art deco lobby still features the original timber floors and stone cladding, as well as stage lights and heavy curtains that lead into the rest of the building. other striking decor additions include gargoyles, vintage shop front signs, and geometric patterns on the ceilings and windows.
the upper floors, which used to house parts of the gowings department store, have been converted into the guest rooms. keeping in line with the revamp, each room boasts unique design elements, including light fixtures shaped like bowler hats that softly illuminate the rooms’ rich orange, red, and maroon hues.
the hotel is qt‘s third property in australia, following qt gold coast and qt port douglas, which opened earlier this year.


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You hear a lot these days about the Series A Crunch, how the search for VC funding is getting more difficult and entrepreneurs are facing more and more competition when they pitch their companies to investors. While that may be true, there's still plenty of money out there. You just need to be smart about how you go after it.
1. Start early. Very early.
Six to nine months before you need funding you should be actively pursuing funds, the pair advises. But it's best to start way before then, identifying VC firms you want to work with and building relationships with their executives so you'll be a known quantity when you do need funding.
"Once we met to VC firms we want to work with, we would keep them updated through the process," Ellman says. "When they saw the company's rapid growth, they started contacting us and asking us when we would be ready for money."
2. Ask for advice instead of money.
It may seem like a circuitous strategy but it often works. "They say the best way to get money is to ask for advice and we've found that to be very true," Krasman says.
3. Find the person who's looking for you.
Don't go only to the top. Instead, look for the person in the company whose job it is to scan the horizon for worthwhile new ventures. "Most VC firms have individuals who are responsible for amassing a database of possible future investments," Krasman says. "So understand that you may or may not be able to have regular conversations with managing partners at brand-name VCs. But they do have associates or vice presidents who have an incentive to know about you."
Personal referrals and introductions are the best ways to get in to see a VC, the two entrepreneurs agreed. But just because you don't have a cousin in the business or don't live anywhere near Silicon Valley, don't despair. There are ways to get a personal introduction even if you don't know anyone.
"One thing that's helped me is reaching out to the CEOs in the portfolio companies [i.e., those that have received funds] from the VC you want to work with," Krasman says. Most venture capital firms post a list of some of their funding successes on their websites, so he recommends perusing that list and finding one or two companies that are roughly in the same industry as you are. "Ask them, 'I saw you worked with XYZ venture firm. I'm wondering if I could have five minutes of your time to tell me about your experience with them." If they agree, and if they like you and your idea, they may be willing to provide a referral or let you use their name when you contact the VC.
5. Practice your presentation on a mentor.
Krasman and Ellman used one of their college professors, but any business advisor, especially one who knows the start-up world, will be helpful. The pair report that they changed their pitch presentation quite a bit as a result of feedback they got from their early advisors. By the time they made the pitch for real money, it was much more effective than when it started out.
6. Learn to anticipate questions.
Before you start pitching, come up with every question you can possibly think of that a VC might ask and prepare your answers. And then every time you do a pitch, write down any question you're asked that wasn't on your original list. "By the sixth pitch, nothing should be a surprise," Ellman says.
7. If a VC firm gets interested, plan on spending a lot of time with them.
"Once a firm is interested in what you're doing, you'll find there are a lot of back and forth conversations as they do their due diligence," Krasman says. "It goes without saying that you need to be responsive."
It may go without saying, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Be ready for a six-month process during which working with the VC may become your full-time occupation. "Make sure you've allocated as much time as it takes," he says.
8. Ask when they last raised funds.
"We ask every VC when the last time was they raised funds," Ellman says. "What we learned was, the closer the firm is to the end of that cycle, the less likely we are to get the deal." Since you probably can't afford to wait around for a VC to raise more money, it makes sense to focus on VC firms that have raised funds more recently, and are likely to be looking for places to invest that money.
9. Don't make it sound too easy.
Don't make the mistake of giving a presentation that sounds as if your company has proceeded from one triumph to another. It may be tempting to show things in the best possible light, but you'll get a lot farther if you're upfront about problems you encountered and what you did to overcome them. Remember that VCs tend to invest more in a team than a specific company or product. So they'll appreciate knowing how your team handles adversity.
"Exposing areas where you realized there was a shortcoming for your business and how you resolved it shows you're open and transparent, and that makes people comfortable about working with you," Krasman explains. "If you're transparent, people will be transparent back."
This is the biggest mistake Ellman says he sees. "You get an entrepreneur talking to a VC, it can be intimidating," he says. "They get nervous and they don't show how passionate they are about their business. Failing to show your passion in the first 30 seconds of that initial phone call can cost you the deal."
It can be tough to be your genuine self when you're an entrepreneur faced with the alien and high-stakes world of venture capital. It's tempting to put on the face you believe investors want to see. But that will likely lead to failure, Krasman says. "Don't put on a disguise and act how you think they want you to be," he says. "Because that's exactly who they're not going to invest in."

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you hear a lot these days about the series a crunch, how the search for vc funding is getting more difficult and entrepreneurs are facing more and more competition when they pitch their companies to investors. while that may be true, there's still plenty of money out there. you just need to be smart about how you go after it.
1. start early. very early.
six to nine months before you need funding you should be actively pursuing funds, the pair advises. but it's best to start way before then, identifying vc firms you want to work with and building relationships with their executives so you'll be a known quantity when you do need funding.
"once we met to vc firms we want to work with, we would keep them updated through the process," ellman says. "when they saw the company's rapid growth, they started contacting us and asking us when we would be ready for money."
2. ask for advice instead of money.
it may seem like a circuitous strategy but it often works. "they say the best way to get money is to ask for advice and we've found that to be very true," krasman says.
3. find the person who's looking for you.
don't go only to the top. instead, look for the person in the company whose job it is to scan the horizon for worthwhile new ventures. "most vc firms have individuals who are responsible for amassing a database of possible future investments," krasman says. "so understand that you may or may not be able to have regular conversations with managing partners at brand-name vcs. but they do have associates or vice presidents who have an incentive to know about you."
personal referrals and introductions are the best ways to get in to see a vc, the two entrepreneurs agreed. but just because you don't have a cousin in the business or don't live anywhere near silicon valley, don't despair. there are ways to get a personal introduction even if you don't know anyone.
"one thing that's helped me is reaching out to the ceos in the portfolio companies [i.e., those that have received funds] from the vc you want to work with," krasman says. most venture capital firms post a list of some of their funding successes on their websites, so he recommends perusing that list and finding one or two companies that are roughly in the same industry as you are. "ask them, 'i saw you worked with xyz venture firm. i'm wondering if i could have five minutes of your time to tell me about your experience with them." if they agree, and if they like you and your idea, they may be willing to provide a referral or let you use their name when you contact the vc.
5. practice your presentation on a mentor.
krasman and ellman used one of their college professors, but any business advisor, especially one who knows the start-up world, will be helpful. the pair report that they changed their pitch presentation quite a bit as a result of feedback they got from their early advisors. by the time they made the pitch for real money, it was much more effective than when it started out.
6. learn to anticipate questions.
before you start pitching, come up with every question you can possibly think of that a vc might ask and prepare your answers. and then every time you do a pitch, write down any question you're asked that wasn't on your original list. "by the sixth pitch, nothing should be a surprise," ellman says.
7. if a vc firm gets interested, plan on spending a lot of time with them.
"once a firm is interested in what you're doing, you'll find there are a lot of back and forth conversations as they do their due diligence," krasman says. "it goes without saying that you need to be responsive."
it may go without saying, but that doesn't mean it's easy. be ready for a six-month process during which working with the vc may become your full-time occupation. "make sure you've allocated as much time as it takes," he says.
8. ask when they last raised funds.
"we ask every vc when the last time was they raised funds," ellman says. "what we learned was, the closer the firm is to the end of that cycle, the less likely we are to get the deal." since you probably can't afford to wait around for a vc to raise more money, it makes sense to focus on vc firms that have raised funds more recently, and are likely to be looking for places to invest that money.
9. don't make it sound too easy.
don't make the mistake of giving a presentation that sounds as if your company has proceeded from one triumph to another. it may be tempting to show things in the best possible light, but you'll get a lot farther if you're upfront about problems you encountered and what you did to overcome them. remember that vcs tend to invest more in a team than a specific company or product. so they'll appreciate knowing how your team handles adversity.
"exposing areas where you realized there was a shortcoming for your business and how you resolved it shows you're open and transparent, and that makes people comfortable about working with you," krasman explains. "if you're transparent, people will be transparent back."
this is the biggest mistake ellman says he sees. "you get an entrepreneur talking to a vc, it can be intimidating," he says. "they get nervous and they don't show how passionate they are about their business. failing to show your passion in the first 30 seconds of that initial phone call can cost you the deal."
it can be tough to be your genuine self when you're an entrepreneur faced with the alien and high-stakes world of venture capital. it's tempting to put on the face you believe investors want to see. but that will likely lead to failure, krasman says. "don't put on a disguise and act how you think they want you to be," he says. "because that's exactly who they're not going to invest in."


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Does Thinking Burn Calories? Here Is What the Science Says.
Monday at work was a different story; the task entails creative problem solving along with other challenging psychological pursuits.Does the excess brainpower you are using at work burn off more energy than your Sunday spent viewing Fixer Upper reruns?
On the sugar levels, and rigorous cognitive actions require more sugar than easy ones, states McNay, who has analyzed the way the brain uses energy to do work. During a challenging memorization task, by way of instance, the pieces of the brain involved with memory formation will begin consuming more energy, but other brain regions will reveal no such growth.
"You may, in Reality, burn off more energy through an extreme cognitive Task than you'd to veg out watching Oprah or anything,"he states. But in the circumstance of the normal person total energy cost, the difference in calorie burn from a psychological activity to the next is a very small level, he adds.
To place cranial calorie burn perspective, it will help to Know the way your body burns off energy. Unless you are a professional athlete,then the majority of the energy that your body uses does not have a lot to do with exercise or movement. A good-sized chunk--approximately 8% to 15 percent--moves toward digesting the items that you consume, though a much bigger percentage is needed to power your organs and also help you to stay alive and working.
While the mind represents only 2 percent of an individual 'stotal body fat, it accounts for 20 percent of their body's energy usage,Raichle's study has discovered.
That means through a Normal day, an Individual uses about 320 Calories simply to think.
Different mental conditions and activities could subtly affect the manner The brain absorbs energy. "When we were to set you at a scanner and also we looked at what is happening [on mind ] while in the front of the TV or doing a crossword, your mind's action would alter if we gave you a more tough job, and it might use more energy," he states.
" Author Profile About Different Types Of Topics"
But if you are expecting to believe yourself slender,Raichle States You are out of luck. While the mind burns a whole lot of energy,some modifications in brain activity and energy usage during a challenging psychological task are second: "perhaps a 5 percent change against the background of brain activity," he states.
Even if you were to maintain your mind immersed in tough Psychological pursuits all day, this 5 percent change would not add up to alot. "Calorie-wise it would be quite small," Raichle states, adding that you'd expend more energy pacing back and forth.
Majority of your mind's energy intake is put toward Assessing your endurance, tracking your surroundings to get important info, and handling other"inherent" actions. When it comes to its energy requirements," a single thought is inexpensive, but the machines which make it economical is quite costly," he adds.
McNay agrees Our brains do not expend a Great Deal longer Energy during demanding tasks than during easy ones. Someone doing the cognitively challenging job for eight hours will burn about 100 more calories than an individual watching TV or trying to find exactly the identical periodof time, he quotes. "If you're doing something quite demanding that utilizes multiple perceptions --something similar to learning how to play a tool --which might become as large as 200 [calories]," he states."But we are talking eight hours of studying a new tool."
In this instrument-learning session, that the Brain 'sability to remain on task would taper off because its shops of sugar dwindle."You would encounter this depletion effect where you can not sustain the same Jelly beans can rejuvenate your sugar shops and help revive your mind to Complete power. However, the calories in these foods will easily outnumber any you would burn.
But, there might still be a calorie-burning Upshot for those that spend their days doing emotionally challenging work. Even if you're just burning a Few extra calories Every Day, that may, McNay states --thus thinking things through is well worth it.

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does thinking burn calories? here is what the science says.
monday at work was a different story; the task entails creative problem solving along with other challenging psychological pursuits.does the excess brainpower you are using at work burn off more energy than your sunday spent viewing fixer upper reruns?
on the sugar levels, and rigorous cognitive actions require more sugar than easy ones, states mcnay, who has analyzed the way the brain uses energy to do work. during a challenging memorization task, by way of instance, the pieces of the brain involved with memory formation will begin consuming more energy, but other brain regions will reveal no such growth.
"you may, in reality, burn off more energy through an extreme cognitive task than you'd to veg out watching oprah or anything,"he states. but in the circumstance of the normal person total energy cost, the difference in calorie burn from a psychological activity to the next is a very small level, he adds.
to place cranial calorie burn perspective, it will help to know the way your body burns off energy. unless you are a professional athlete,then the majority of the energy that your body uses does not have a lot to do with exercise or movement. a good-sized chunk--approximately 8% to 15 percent--moves toward digesting the items that you consume, though a much bigger percentage is needed to power your organs and also help you to stay alive and working.
while the mind represents only 2 percent of an individual 'stotal body fat, it accounts for 20 percent of their body's energy usage,raichle's study has discovered.
that means through a normal day, an individual uses about 320 calories simply to think.
different mental conditions and activities could subtly affect the manner the brain absorbs energy. "when we were to set you at a scanner and also we looked at what is happening [on mind ] while in the front of the tv or doing a crossword, your mind's action would alter if we gave you a more tough job, and it might use more energy," he states.
" author profile about different types of topics"
but if you are expecting to believe yourself slender,raichle states you are out of luck. while the mind burns a whole lot of energy,some modifications in brain activity and energy usage during a challenging psychological task are second: "perhaps a 5 percent change against the background of brain activity," he states.
even if you were to maintain your mind immersed in tough psychological pursuits all day, this 5 percent change would not add up to alot. "calorie-wise it would be quite small," raichle states, adding that you'd expend more energy pacing back and forth.
majority of your mind's energy intake is put toward assessing your endurance, tracking your surroundings to get important info, and handling other"inherent" actions. when it comes to its energy requirements," a single thought is inexpensive, but the machines which make it economical is quite costly," he adds.
mcnay agrees our brains do not expend a great deal longer energy during demanding tasks than during easy ones. someone doing the cognitively challenging job for eight hours will burn about 100 more calories than an individual watching tv or trying to find exactly the identical periodof time, he quotes. "if you're doing something quite demanding that utilizes multiple perceptions --something similar to learning how to play a tool --which might become as large as 200 [calories]," he states."but we are talking eight hours of studying a new tool."
in this instrument-learning session, that the brain 'sability to remain on task would taper off because its shops of sugar dwindle."you would encounter this depletion effect where you can not sustain the same jelly beans can rejuvenate your sugar shops and help revive your mind to complete power. however, the calories in these foods will easily outnumber any you would burn.
but, there might still be a calorie-burning upshot for those that spend their days doing emotionally challenging work. even if you're just burning a few extra calories every day, that may, mcnay states --thus thinking things through is well worth it.


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Keeping the status quo is the path of least resistance but law firms need to look beyond the current conditions to make plans for the future of law.
The need for law firm innovation is more important than ever as research points out a segment of law firms are largely responsible for the overall growth in the market.
The LawTalks panel discussion during Aderant’s annual Momentum Conference is always one of the most anticipated sessions.
More than 20 big thinkers in the legal tech and business of law community share their predictions, forecasts, and perhaps, aspirations, for 2018 (Part 2 of 2).
More than 20 big thinkers in the legal tech and business of law community share their predictions, forecasts, and perhaps, aspirations, for 2018.
Errors in law firm calendaring are small mistakes that can grow into big malpractice problems.
Many times we are quick to dismiss millennials – which Pew Research defines as those born after 1980 – as idle, disloyal and entitled.

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keeping the status quo is the path of least resistance but law firms need to look beyond the current conditions to make plans for the future of law.
the need for law firm innovation is more important than ever as research points out a segment of law firms are largely responsible for the overall growth in the market.
the lawtalks panel discussion during aderant’s annual momentum conference is always one of the most anticipated sessions.
more than 20 big thinkers in the legal tech and business of law community share their predictions, forecasts, and perhaps, aspirations, for 2018 (part 2 of 2).
more than 20 big thinkers in the legal tech and business of law community share their predictions, forecasts, and perhaps, aspirations, for 2018.
errors in law firm calendaring are small mistakes that can grow into big malpractice problems.
many times we are quick to dismiss millennials – which pew research defines as those born after 1980 – as idle, disloyal and entitled.


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CleanSlate is a treatment network that provides Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in various locations across the US. All programming is outpatient and available for men and women. It’s primarily geared toward opioid use disorders —namely fentanyl, oxycontin and heroin.
The Louisville, Kentucky location works with both appointments and walk-ins. CleanSlate is a client-friendly facility with the appearance of a primary care office. It works with community partners to ensure a smooth transition back into regular life.
CleanSlate believes that addiction is a chronic brain disease. As such, the facility seeks to heal the “whole client” rather than merely treating symptoms. CleanSlate provides a comprehensive curriculum of care that includes biological, psychological and social components.
The staff customizes treatment strategies to address the unique issues, needs and situation of the individual client. Before beginning treatment, clients undergo an extensive intake evaluation that details substance use, a personal and family history. Based off these results an individualized program is developed by the CleanSlate team.
This network specializes in MAT via buprenorphine and naltrexone, specifically Suboxone, Zubsolv, Vivitrol and Subutex for pregnant clients. They employ Suboxone to relieve withdrawal effects while also blocking cravings. After the client completes the detox process, Vivitrol is used as a monthly injection to prevent relapse by blocking opioid receptors.
In addition, CleanSlate offers an array of complementary therapeutic services including psychoeducation and evidence-based therapies. Clients engage in individual and group therapy with staff trained in CBT and DBT. The facility provides classes on relapse prevention where clients learn to identify and avoid triggers. Case managers connect clients with 12-step support groups too.
The staff at CleanSlate is a small team therapists, nurses and case managers. Medication monitoring is a major component of the programming.
CleanSlate in Kentucky also offers ambulance services, urine tests, needle exchange and family planning.
CleanSlate in Louisville, Kentucky provides comprehensive MAT in conjunction with therapy. It’s a client-centered model that addresses every need including transportation, translation services and accommodations. For clients seeking a safe haven to begin their recovery from opioids, CleanSlate is a great option complete with an experienced team and effective curriculum.
Do you have a complaint or review of CleanSlate Kentucky to add? Use the comments area below to add your CleanSlate Kentucky review.

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cleanslate is a treatment network that provides medication-assisted treatment (mat) in various locations across the us. all programming is outpatient and available for men and women. it’s primarily geared toward opioid use disorders —namely fentanyl, oxycontin and heroin.
the louisville, kentucky location works with both appointments and walk-ins. cleanslate is a client-friendly facility with the appearance of a primary care office. it works with community partners to ensure a smooth transition back into regular life.
cleanslate believes that addiction is a chronic brain disease. as such, the facility seeks to heal the “whole client” rather than merely treating symptoms. cleanslate provides a comprehensive curriculum of care that includes biological, psychological and social components.
the staff customizes treatment strategies to address the unique issues, needs and situation of the individual client. before beginning treatment, clients undergo an extensive intake evaluation that details substance use, a personal and family history. based off these results an individualized program is developed by the cleanslate team.
this network specializes in mat via buprenorphine and naltrexone, specifically suboxone, zubsolv, vivitrol and subutex for pregnant clients. they employ suboxone to relieve withdrawal effects while also blocking cravings. after the client completes the detox process, vivitrol is used as a monthly injection to prevent relapse by blocking opioid receptors.
in addition, cleanslate offers an array of complementary therapeutic services including psychoeducation and evidence-based therapies. clients engage in individual and group therapy with staff trained in cbt and dbt. the facility provides classes on relapse prevention where clients learn to identify and avoid triggers. case managers connect clients with 12-step support groups too.
the staff at cleanslate is a small team therapists, nurses and case managers. medication monitoring is a major component of the programming.
cleanslate in kentucky also offers ambulance services, urine tests, needle exchange and family planning.
cleanslate in louisville, kentucky provides comprehensive mat in conjunction with therapy. it’s a client-centered model that addresses every need including transportation, translation services and accommodations. for clients seeking a safe haven to begin their recovery from opioids, cleanslate is a great option complete with an experienced team and effective curriculum.
do you have a complaint or review of cleanslate kentucky to add? use the comments area below to add your cleanslate kentucky review.


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Are you ready to #snacknaked? It's time to embrace unpackaged, unprocessed foods that are healthy, low waste, and plastic and package free treats! Luckily, this FREEZER FUDGE ticks all the boxes. It's a zero waste, dairy free, added sugar free, nutrient dense, DELICIOUS treat that chocolate and non-chocolate lovers can all enjoy. (Yes, there are non-chocolate lovers and yes, I'm married to one)! It's a testament to how much I love Rob that I always make 2 batches of my treats, one with chocolate, one without.
It's amazing that five simple ingredients - pecan butter + coconut oil + dates + cacao + cinnamon - can make the tastiest treat. This recipe is zero waste. I bought the pecans and dates from the bulk section of the supermarket (check out my Guide to Shopping in Bulk here). And, I bought the the coconut oil, cinnamon and cacao powder in glass jars that I'll reuse or responsibly recycle! I used my favorite kitchen appliance, the NutraMilk, to make the homemade pecan butter and then to combine all ingredients to create a creamy, dreamy fudge.
These treats are filled with healthy fats from the pecans and coconut oil, fiber from the nuts and the dates, and antioxidants from the cacao. They are vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, grain free, and added sugar free!
Usually I make the fudge batter and freeze it as one block in a glass container and then cut it up after. This time, I used my silicon ice tray from Package Free Shop and it made the recipe that much easier! Once frozen, I popped out the squares and enjoyed the perfect sized treat.
I'm so excited for you to try these! Remember to tag me on Instagram @abbysfoodcourt and use the hashtag #snacknaked and #abbysfoodcourt!
Start by making the pecan butter in the NutraMilk. Place all the pecans in the NutraMilk and blend on butter cycle for 3-4 minutes until irresistibly creamy!
Add the dates, coconut oil, and cinnamon to the NutraMilk and blend on the butter cycle for another 3 minutes, until creamy.
Transfer half the mixture to the silicon ice tray (dividing evenly among 6 cubes).
Add the cacao powder to the remaining fudge batter in the NutraMilk and blend for another minute or so on the butter cycle until combined.
Transfer the rest of the batter into the remaining cubes in the ice tray!
Add toppings of your choice (coconut flakes are great).
Freeze for about an hour and then you're ready to pop them out, take a deep breath, and enjoy.
Thank you for supporting me and the brands that I love. It's a pleasure to work with NutraMilk and bring you delicious, nutritious, low waste recipes!
If you don't have a NutraMilk, you can order one here.

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are you ready to #snacknaked? it's time to embrace unpackaged, unprocessed foods that are healthy, low waste, and plastic and package free treats! luckily, this freezer fudge ticks all the boxes. it's a zero waste, dairy free, added sugar free, nutrient dense, delicious treat that chocolate and non-chocolate lovers can all enjoy. (yes, there are non-chocolate lovers and yes, i'm married to one)! it's a testament to how much i love rob that i always make 2 batches of my treats, one with chocolate, one without.
it's amazing that five simple ingredients - pecan butter + coconut oil + dates + cacao + cinnamon - can make the tastiest treat. this recipe is zero waste. i bought the pecans and dates from the bulk section of the supermarket (check out my guide to shopping in bulk here). and, i bought the the coconut oil, cinnamon and cacao powder in glass jars that i'll reuse or responsibly recycle! i used my favorite kitchen appliance, the nutramilk, to make the homemade pecan butter and then to combine all ingredients to create a creamy, dreamy fudge.
these treats are filled with healthy fats from the pecans and coconut oil, fiber from the nuts and the dates, and antioxidants from the cacao. they are vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, grain free, and added sugar free!
usually i make the fudge batter and freeze it as one block in a glass container and then cut it up after. this time, i used my silicon ice tray from package free shop and it made the recipe that much easier! once frozen, i popped out the squares and enjoyed the perfect sized treat.
i'm so excited for you to try these! remember to tag me on instagram @abbysfoodcourt and use the hashtag #snacknaked and #abbysfoodcourt!
start by making the pecan butter in the nutramilk. place all the pecans in the nutramilk and blend on butter cycle for 3-4 minutes until irresistibly creamy!
add the dates, coconut oil, and cinnamon to the nutramilk and blend on the butter cycle for another 3 minutes, until creamy.
transfer half the mixture to the silicon ice tray (dividing evenly among 6 cubes).
add the cacao powder to the remaining fudge batter in the nutramilk and blend for another minute or so on the butter cycle until combined.
transfer the rest of the batter into the remaining cubes in the ice tray!
add toppings of your choice (coconut flakes are great).
freeze for about an hour and then you're ready to pop them out, take a deep breath, and enjoy.
thank you for supporting me and the brands that i love. it's a pleasure to work with nutramilk and bring you delicious, nutritious, low waste recipes!
if you don't have a nutramilk, you can order one here.


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For People Who Want to Live an Extraordinary Life.
Every day in my full-time feng shui practice – I see people just like you achieving the most amazing, “How’s that Possible!?” results.
Or any other juicy life dream… Then I have something that can dramatically transform your life.
Welcome to my new Transformational Feng Shui Training Program -- a unique, personalized, passion-filled journey designed to transform you AND your home over the next 6 exciting weeks.
This is a very special in-depth 6-week long training, where I’ll be walking you step-by-step through one of the most important, profound, and potentially life-altering experiences.
As well as handing you the keys to one of the MOST POWERFUL tools that you can use – for the rest of your life!
Week-by-week this program will help you begin making adjustments, implementing changes and transforming your home in a beautiful, dynamic and breathtaking way.
• Get you crystal-clear about the new, EMPOWERED VISION for your life!
• Dig deep to uncover where your biggest HIDDEN BLOCKS are lurking in your home.
• Connecting the dots between clutter and how it is MIRRORING the blocks within your life.
• Sharing secrets for re-organizing and putting things back… BEAUTIFULLY!
• Feng Shui principles that promote LOVE, PASSION, and RELATIONSHIP.
• Understand why using paint and COLOR THERAPY is the easiest and most powerful shift!
• Discover the “POWER POSITION” for the most important pieces of furniture in your home.
Plus Live Q+A At the End of EVERY Module!
MEET JANE . . .
and founder of Jane Antonovich Designs.
She has a wealth of personal and professional wisdom in this field -- with an uncanny ability to easily spot the hidden (yet profound) links between your home and office environments — AND the success you experience in your life.
Jane is extremely passionate about this work, with a long list of powerful success stories. She inspires clients locally, as well as all around the world -- helping to guide and educate people so they can harness the power of their space to ignite more vitality, passion, abundance and harmony into their lives.
Jane knows that your home and office have the ability to dramatically transform your entire life -- in ways you may not be able to imagine…(YET!) That’s why she loves to inspire smart, spirited creatures like you to declutter their lives and design the home of your dreams--dramatically increasing your energy, productivity, optimism and opportunities. With her playful mix of soul and style, she shows you how to use your home as the secret tool for unlocking your true potential and up-leveling your life--using her signature strategies that are quick, easy...and most of all: beautiful!
Want to get even MORE excited about this course?
Your CLUTTER IS GONE --all of it and you can breathe!
Your belongings are so beautifully organized that even your JUNK DRAWER SPARKLES!
The colors in your home lift your mood–making you feel like ANYTHING’S POSSIBLE!
You have the time and inspiration to EXERCISE and prepare HEALTHY MEALS!
You have the INNER COURAGE to make dramatic life changes!
You receive a job, raise or INCREASED INCOME — seemingly out of nowhere!
You get a burning desire to start your own biz or make BIG CHANGES in your career!
You randomly, easily and magically meet the PARTNER OF YOUR DREAMS!
The relationship with your children becomes closer and MORE INTIMATE!
Your home is more relaxed, and you have time for FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES!
You finally start that MEDITATION PRACTICE… and it sticks!
You feel more confident, grounded and are living your FULL POTENTIAL!
Things in your life feel smoother, easier, more playful… and all-around BETTER!
And I could go on… and on… and ON!
IMPORTANT WARNING: You won’t be hanging bells, whistles, charms, waterfalls and crystals all over your house!
I’m here to share rich, profound wisdom from my many years of mentorship and professional experience –– so you walk away with a soulful, advanced training -- that is easy to implement, understand and embrace… while also helping you achieve profound RESULTS, too.
Q: What are the dates and times –– and how do I join the calls?
A: There are six consecutive classes that take place every Monday night starting on February 26th and ending on April 2nd.
Each class will be held at 7pm Central Standard Time and there will be a recording and handouts available on the resource page (you’ll receive access to this page once you’ve enrolled).
You’ll also have a variety of options on how you access each class: You can use a local dial-in phone number, call in via Skype, or listen via the internet.
Note: if you join through the internet link, you won’t be able to speak with me or ask me questions, so if you’d like to interact, make sure to use the other interactive options.
Q: What if I don’t have time to join now - will you teach this again later?
A: If you’re at all interested, consider joining us now. Why wait to improve your home and your life? This class is PACKED with incredible information you can use over and over again for your entire life and honestly, it’s probably going to also be more expensive the next time we launch it.
Q: Money’s tight and I’m struggling to justify the cost: HELP!!!!
There are many ways to look at this...it may be expensive NOT to take the class and learn about the magic of Feng Shui! Many of my clients find that their lives change dramatically after they dive into Feng Shui Decluttering and Design. How can you put a price tag on getting the prestigious job + raise, finally making enough money to go on your dream vacation, meeting the partner of your dreams, feeling calmer and more peaceful, losing weight, and feeling less stressed???? The potential changes in your life are staggering and the investment quite small in comparison.
I see marriages healed, incomes boosted, dream jobs found, the perfect partner finally appearing… and the list goes on, and on, and on, and on!
I know first-hand that this program will pay you back tenfold - in ways your heart can’t even imagine right now. . .
Can’t wait to see you on the first call!
PS: Got more questions, or wondering if this program is for you?

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for people who want to live an extraordinary life.
every day in my full-time feng shui practice – i see people just like you achieving the most amazing, “how’s that possible!?” results.
or any other juicy life dream… then i have something that can dramatically transform your life.
welcome to my new transformational feng shui training program -- a unique, personalized, passion-filled journey designed to transform you and your home over the next 6 exciting weeks.
this is a very special in-depth 6-week long training, where i’ll be walking you step-by-step through one of the most important, profound, and potentially life-altering experiences.
as well as handing you the keys to one of the most powerful tools that you can use – for the rest of your life!
week-by-week this program will help you begin making adjustments, implementing changes and transforming your home in a beautiful, dynamic and breathtaking way.
• get you crystal-clear about the new, empowered vision for your life!
• dig deep to uncover where your biggest hidden blocks are lurking in your home.
• connecting the dots between clutter and how it is mirroring the blocks within your life.
• sharing secrets for re-organizing and putting things back… beautifully!
• feng shui principles that promote love, passion, and relationship.
• understand why using paint and color therapy is the easiest and most powerful shift!
• discover the “power position” for the most important pieces of furniture in your home.
plus live q+a at the end of every module!
meet jane . . .
and founder of jane antonovich designs.
she has a wealth of personal and professional wisdom in this field -- with an uncanny ability to easily spot the hidden (yet profound) links between your home and office environments — and the success you experience in your life.
jane is extremely passionate about this work, with a long list of powerful success stories. she inspires clients locally, as well as all around the world -- helping to guide and educate people so they can harness the power of their space to ignite more vitality, passion, abundance and harmony into their lives.
jane knows that your home and office have the ability to dramatically transform your entire life -- in ways you may not be able to imagine…(yet!) that’s why she loves to inspire smart, spirited creatures like you to declutter their lives and design the home of your dreams--dramatically increasing your energy, productivity, optimism and opportunities. with her playful mix of soul and style, she shows you how to use your home as the secret tool for unlocking your true potential and up-leveling your life--using her signature strategies that are quick, easy...and most of all: beautiful!
want to get even more excited about this course?
your clutter is gone --all of it and you can breathe!
your belongings are so beautifully organized that even your junk drawer sparkles!
the colors in your home lift your mood–making you feel like anything’s possible!
you have the time and inspiration to exercise and prepare healthy meals!
you have the inner courage to make dramatic life changes!
you receive a job, raise or increased income — seemingly out of nowhere!
you get a burning desire to start your own biz or make big changes in your career!
you randomly, easily and magically meet the partner of your dreams!
the relationship with your children becomes closer and more intimate!
your home is more relaxed, and you have time for fun family activities!
you finally start that meditation practice… and it sticks!
you feel more confident, grounded and are living your full potential!
things in your life feel smoother, easier, more playful… and all-around better!
and i could go on… and on… and on!
important warning: you won’t be hanging bells, whistles, charms, waterfalls and crystals all over your house!
i’m here to share rich, profound wisdom from my many years of mentorship and professional experience –– so you walk away with a soulful, advanced training -- that is easy to implement, understand and embrace… while also helping you achieve profound results, too.
q: what are the dates and times –– and how do i join the calls?
a: there are six consecutive classes that take place every monday night starting on february 26th and ending on april 2nd.
each class will be held at 7pm central standard time and there will be a recording and handouts available on the resource page (you’ll receive access to this page once you’ve enrolled).
you’ll also have a variety of options on how you access each class: you can use a local dial-in phone number, call in via skype, or listen via the internet.
note: if you join through the internet link, you won’t be able to speak with me or ask me questions, so if you’d like to interact, make sure to use the other interactive options.
q: what if i don’t have time to join now - will you teach this again later?
a: if you’re at all interested, consider joining us now. why wait to improve your home and your life? this class is packed with incredible information you can use over and over again for your entire life and honestly, it’s probably going to also be more expensive the next time we launch it.
q: money’s tight and i’m struggling to justify the cost: help!!!!
there are many ways to look at this...it may be expensive not to take the class and learn about the magic of feng shui! many of my clients find that their lives change dramatically after they dive into feng shui decluttering and design. how can you put a price tag on getting the prestigious job + raise, finally making enough money to go on your dream vacation, meeting the partner of your dreams, feeling calmer and more peaceful, losing weight, and feeling less stressed???? the potential changes in your life are staggering and the investment quite small in comparison.
i see marriages healed, incomes boosted, dream jobs found, the perfect partner finally appearing… and the list goes on, and on, and on, and on!
i know first-hand that this program will pay you back tenfold - in ways your heart can’t even imagine right now. . .
can’t wait to see you on the first call!
ps: got more questions, or wondering if this program is for you?


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Whether it is a corporate donor funding education awards to support healthcare excellence, or a family wishing to create a stable source of annual funding for the community’s most urgent needs, endowment funds send a powerful message to the community about what matters most to our donors.
When you create an endowment fund with the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, your charitable investment will never be spent and will continue to provide much-needed funding year after year.
Depending on how it is structured, your endowment can also enable the UHKF to work with local healthcare partners to invest strategically—leveraging matched funds from both public and private sources whenever possible—when new investments must be made.
Large or small, endowments can be the backbone of an academic health sciences centre, like ours, where transformational funding for research, education, equipment and facilities are part of Kingston’s rich philanthropic tradition.
Contact us directly for more information or discuss it with your financial or legal advisor. Either way you need to decide what you want your legacy to be and how much you can afford to give now. You should also explore how your estate can add to your endowment.

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whether it is a corporate donor funding education awards to support healthcare excellence, or a family wishing to create a stable source of annual funding for the community’s most urgent needs, endowment funds send a powerful message to the community about what matters most to our donors.
when you create an endowment fund with the university hospitals kingston foundation, your charitable investment will never be spent and will continue to provide much-needed funding year after year.
depending on how it is structured, your endowment can also enable the uhkf to work with local healthcare partners to invest strategically—leveraging matched funds from both public and private sources whenever possible—when new investments must be made.
large or small, endowments can be the backbone of an academic health sciences centre, like ours, where transformational funding for research, education, equipment and facilities are part of kingston’s rich philanthropic tradition.
contact us directly for more information or discuss it with your financial or legal advisor. either way you need to decide what you want your legacy to be and how much you can afford to give now. you should also explore how your estate can add to your endowment.


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My homeowners' policy covers that?
From falling objects to stolen credit cards, homeowners' insurance covers some uncommon issues.
Most homeowners purchase a standard homeowners’ insurance policy and rarely take the time to read it after they receive it from their agent.

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my homeowners' policy covers that?
from falling objects to stolen credit cards, homeowners' insurance covers some uncommon issues.
most homeowners purchase a standard homeowners’ insurance policy and rarely take the time to read it after they receive it from their agent.


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Paula Watson, founder of WolfWood Refuge, pets Oakley, the leader of the Alaska 9 pack. Oakley will be at tonights WolfWood Art Auction at the Durango Discovery Museum.
Willow is one of WolfWood Refuges ambassador animals who travels to schools and educational seminars.
 The WolfWood Refuge outside of Ignacio rescues and rehabilitates wolves and wolf-dog hybrids.
The deep, soulful howl of the wolf hasnt been heard in these mountains for more than 70 years  except at the Wolfwood Refuge near Ignacio. The nonprofit rescue, which has saved hundreds of captive wolves and wolf-dog hybrids from abuse and neglect for more than 20 years, is pairing with local artists to help these oft-misunderstood animals at the first ever Wolfwood Art Auction.
The auction, to be held at the Durango Discovery Museum, will include work of artists from across the Four Corners. Inspired by the animals at the refuge, many of the artists  including Miki Harder, Elizabeth Kinahan and Bradley Kachnowicz  have incorporated wolves into their work.
I think the best work humans can do is try to repair the damage that other humans have done, Kinahan said.
Wolfwood Refuge was founded by Paula and Craig Watson. It currently houses a little more than 70 animals in large, wooded enclosures. The often sick, injured and mistreated animals, rescued from abusive breeding situations or from people who no longer want them as pets, would be euthanized if they didnt end up at Wolfwood.
The refuges most famous rescue in recent years has been The Alaska 9  nine wolf puppies rescued last summer from an Alaska breeder where they, and 30 other wolves, were malnourished and kept on short chains.
Now, the happy, healthy pack is nearly fully-grown and awaiting its new enclosure, which will be completed after the auction. Oakley, the largest male of the pack  standing more than 6 feet tall on his hind legs and weighing 120 pounds  will accompany the Watsons and Trinity, a seasoned ambassador wolf-dog, to the auction.
In addition to physically rehabilitating rescued animals, the refuge attempts to heal them mentally and emotionally.
The refuges second goal after rescue is to educate people about wolves. It hosts at least 25 youth and community service groups each year.
Wolfwood gives educational seminars at schools, state parks and to the general public throughout the area. Part of the mission is to use education to overcome the prejudice many people have toward wolves.
Tonights auction will help raise awareness about Wolfwood while attracting a new audience  art lovers. Admission includes food and beverages, supplied by multiple local sponsors.
The event is outdoors, so bring a jacket.
Wolfwood Refuge Art Auction, 5:30-9 p.m. today at the Durango Discovery Museum, 1333 Camino del Rio.
Tickets cost $25, available in advance at Marias Bookshop, Open Shutter Gallery and PetHaus. For more information, visit www.wolfwoodrefuge.org.

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paula watson, founder of wolfwood refuge, pets oakley, the leader of the alaska 9 pack. oakley will be at tonights wolfwood art auction at the durango discovery museum.
willow is one of wolfwood refuges ambassador animals who travels to schools and educational seminars.
 the wolfwood refuge outside of ignacio rescues and rehabilitates wolves and wolf-dog hybrids.
the deep, soulful howl of the wolf hasnt been heard in these mountains for more than 70 years  except at the wolfwood refuge near ignacio. the nonprofit rescue, which has saved hundreds of captive wolves and wolf-dog hybrids from abuse and neglect for more than 20 years, is pairing with local artists to help these oft-misunderstood animals at the first ever wolfwood art auction.
the auction, to be held at the durango discovery museum, will include work of artists from across the four corners. inspired by the animals at the refuge, many of the artists  including miki harder, elizabeth kinahan and bradley kachnowicz  have incorporated wolves into their work.
i think the best work humans can do is try to repair the damage that other humans have done, kinahan said.
wolfwood refuge was founded by paula and craig watson. it currently houses a little more than 70 animals in large, wooded enclosures. the often sick, injured and mistreated animals, rescued from abusive breeding situations or from people who no longer want them as pets, would be euthanized if they didnt end up at wolfwood.
the refuges most famous rescue in recent years has been the alaska 9  nine wolf puppies rescued last summer from an alaska breeder where they, and 30 other wolves, were malnourished and kept on short chains.
now, the happy, healthy pack is nearly fully-grown and awaiting its new enclosure, which will be completed after the auction. oakley, the largest male of the pack  standing more than 6 feet tall on his hind legs and weighing 120 pounds  will accompany the watsons and trinity, a seasoned ambassador wolf-dog, to the auction.
in addition to physically rehabilitating rescued animals, the refuge attempts to heal them mentally and emotionally.
the refuges second goal after rescue is to educate people about wolves. it hosts at least 25 youth and community service groups each year.
wolfwood gives educational seminars at schools, state parks and to the general public throughout the area. part of the mission is to use education to overcome the prejudice many people have toward wolves.
tonights auction will help raise awareness about wolfwood while attracting a new audience  art lovers. admission includes food and beverages, supplied by multiple local sponsors.
the event is outdoors, so bring a jacket.
wolfwood refuge art auction, 5:30-9 p.m. today at the durango discovery museum, 1333 camino del rio.
tickets cost $25, available in advance at marias bookshop, open shutter gallery and pethaus. for more information, visit www.wolfwoodrefuge.org.


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After three long years of the deepest studio craft they’ve ever committed to, Camo (Reini) & Krooked (Markus) unveiled their most startling, detailed and singular body of work yet – ‘MOSAIK’.
Their fourth album since emerging in 2007, ‘MOSAIK’ is a pivotal document that elevates Camo & Krooked’s creative credentials, vision and technique to brave new levels. The result of years of studio hibernation, studying vintage analogue instruments, honing their instantly distinctive signature, songwriting skills and, in Markus’s case, even finding their own singing voice, ‘MOSAIK’ galvanizes the duo’s position as one of the most exciting, unique, innovative and in-demand acts in electronic music.
Sparks began flying in February 2017 with the first of two key releases: First their premiership iced-soul remix of Noisia’s remarkable ‘THE ENTANGLED’. Then another teaser for MOSAIK – the dusty sunset soul of ‘GOOD TIMES BAD TIMES’ and the delicate, dreamy soft focus stepper ‘HONESTY’ (which Markus/Krooked sings himself). These major releases were backed up by an impeccable, detail-rich Essential Mix for BBC Radio 1 and a non-stop run of headline dates throughout the year including key events such as Let It Roll, Tomorrowland, Dour, We Are FSTVL, National Drum & Bass Awards, Fabric, Hospitality, Foundry, Detonate, Noisia Invites and their own festival Nuforms, Austria’s only drum & bass two-day festival which they personally curate.

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after three long years of the deepest studio craft they’ve ever committed to, camo (reini) & krooked (markus) unveiled their most startling, detailed and singular body of work yet – ‘mosaik’.
their fourth album since emerging in 2007, ‘mosaik’ is a pivotal document that elevates camo & krooked’s creative credentials, vision and technique to brave new levels. the result of years of studio hibernation, studying vintage analogue instruments, honing their instantly distinctive signature, songwriting skills and, in markus’s case, even finding their own singing voice, ‘mosaik’ galvanizes the duo’s position as one of the most exciting, unique, innovative and in-demand acts in electronic music.
sparks began flying in february 2017 with the first of two key releases: first their premiership iced-soul remix of noisia’s remarkable ‘the entangled’. then another teaser for mosaik – the dusty sunset soul of ‘good times bad times’ and the delicate, dreamy soft focus stepper ‘honesty’ (which markus/krooked sings himself). these major releases were backed up by an impeccable, detail-rich essential mix for bbc radio 1 and a non-stop run of headline dates throughout the year including key events such as let it roll, tomorrowland, dour, we are fstvl, national drum & bass awards, fabric, hospitality, foundry, detonate, noisia invites and their own festival nuforms, austria’s only drum & bass two-day festival which they personally curate.


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At Portraits with Purpose we get requests for traditional, high quality head shots all the time. Studio portraits are great for many uses but why not kick it up a notch and consider an new and engaging environmental portrait from time to time?
An environmental portrait tells a richer story about you, who you are, what you do, and the value and personality you bring to your clients and customers.
Environmental portraits have a higher production value and conveys to your prospective customers that you are ambitious, quality minded, and that you care about telling them what you bring to the table.
It’s a great choice for client communications, be it a printed or emailed newsletter, service updates, and business announcements. And fi you have your own business website, perfect for your About page.
Contact Portraits with Purpose today to discuss your goals and ideas so we can help you tell a rich, customer-centric story about yourself and your offering, generating new business opportunities for you.
« Order “The Fabric of” Book Today!

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at portraits with purpose we get requests for traditional, high quality head shots all the time. studio portraits are great for many uses but why not kick it up a notch and consider an new and engaging environmental portrait from time to time?
an environmental portrait tells a richer story about you, who you are, what you do, and the value and personality you bring to your clients and customers.
environmental portraits have a higher production value and conveys to your prospective customers that you are ambitious, quality minded, and that you care about telling them what you bring to the table.
it’s a great choice for client communications, be it a printed or emailed newsletter, service updates, and business announcements. and fi you have your own business website, perfect for your about page.
contact portraits with purpose today to discuss your goals and ideas so we can help you tell a rich, customer-centric story about yourself and your offering, generating new business opportunities for you.
« order “the fabric of” book today!


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Look through the profiles of Member singles that have joined Black Asian Dating that are tagged with Irish. Meeting other members that have like minded interests is a great way to come up with ideas to do once you are dating. Create a Totally Free Profile to Go out Today!
To message any member on Black Asian Dating, you must first create a 100% Free Account to ensure you are not a fraud. Once you have verified you are who you say you are, you can begin talking to to see if there is any interest. It's super simple to find anyone. All you have to do is click to send a flirt or message and wait for for them to get back to you. After they respond and there is a common interest, you can meet up to see if there is a genuine connection. So what are you waiting for? Open up a free account below and get started today!

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look through the profiles of member singles that have joined black asian dating that are tagged with irish. meeting other members that have like minded interests is a great way to come up with ideas to do once you are dating. create a totally free profile to go out today!
to message any member on black asian dating, you must first create a 100% free account to ensure you are not a fraud. once you have verified you are who you say you are, you can begin talking to to see if there is any interest. it's super simple to find anyone. all you have to do is click to send a flirt or message and wait for for them to get back to you. after they respond and there is a common interest, you can meet up to see if there is a genuine connection. so what are you waiting for? open up a free account below and get started today!